SCHOOL UPDATES

PROM FUNDRAISER

The Prom Committee will be raising funds once again this year with a Purdys Chocolate fundraiser.  Purdys is a Canadian company making quality chocolate, and all of their products are made with sustainable cocoa. 

If you like to gift chocolate (to others or to yourself) we would really appreciate your support. To order, simply visit SUPPORT ASH PROM 2027

DEADLINE TO ORDER IS NOVEMBER 23rd.

Your support is greatly appreciated by the Prom Committee and the Class of 2027. 

CATHOLIC SCHOOL COUNCIL

Our second meeting will take place at 7:00 pm on Monday, November 16, in the Learning Commons of the school. All are welcome and we hope you can join us! For those who would like to join virtually, please complete this form.

RARC INFORMATION NIGHT

The Regional Assessment and Resource Centre (RARC) is excited to invite you to their upcoming virtual Post-Secondary Transition Information Night, designed for Grade 11 and 12 students with LD, ADHD, ASD, and mental health disorders. This event will provide valuable information to help students and families plan and prepare for the transition from high school to post-secondary education.  

Event Details:

• Thursday, November 26, 2026

• 6:00pm - 7:00pm EST

• Event Registration Link: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Dv3uiJMDTFiUtD_i89IxWw#/

During this session, they will cover important topics such as:

• Understanding academic accommodations and supports available at college/university

• Transition programs

• Psychoeducational assessments and funding 

• Q&A 

Who Should Attend:

• Grade 11 and 12 students with LD, ADHD, ASD, or mental health disorders going to post-secondary

• Parents and guardians of students with LD, ADHD, ASD, or mental health disorders

• Educators and guidance counsellors supporting students through the transition process

Please find attached flyer with the registration link. You can also access the registration page directly using the following link: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Dv3uiJMDTFiUtD_i89IxWw 

YEARBOOKS NOW ON SALE

Yearbook sales are now live on School Cash Online! The yearbook cost is $50. The deadline to purchase yearbooks is February 15th, 2027.

E-BIKES & E-SCOOTERS

The OCSB is taking steps to strengthen fire prevention and safety measures related to lithium-ion batteries across our schools and Board facilities.

Effective immediately, OCSB staff and students are not permitted to store or charge personal e-bikes or e-scooters inside any OCSB building. This restriction applies to all indoor areas, including classrooms, offices, hallways, storage rooms and other school spaces. Accessibility-related mobility devices will be addressed separately and are not included in this restriction. Note that the OCSB is not responsible for damaged or stolen items.

Reminder – Ontario Age Requirements

Under Ontario's Highway Traffic Act, individuals must be at least 16 years of age to operate an e-bike (power-assisted bicycle). Ontario Regulation 389/19, Pilot Project – Electric Kick-Scooters, also establishes a minimum operating age of 16 for electric kick-scooters.

INCLEMENT WEATHER DAYS

In order to ensure the safety of all students parents/guardians are required to report all absences, including those on inclement weather/bus cancellation days. When buses are cancelled due to inclement weather, schools will remain open unless otherwise notified.   If your child is unable to attend school on an Inclement Weather day please report their absence using SafeArrival - enter Absent Approved (AA) with a comment of “bus cancellation” or “inclement weather”.  This is an important step in ensuring every student is accounted for every day.

PROGRESS REPORTS & REPORT CARDS

Grades 7 and 8 Progress Reports will be available on the Parent Portal on November 12, 2026. For additional information about progress reports and report cards, please refer to: Understanding Your Child's Achievement – Grades 7 & 8.

High School Midterm Report Cards (Grades 9–12) will be available through the Parent Portal by the end of the day on November 17, 2026. For additional information about report cards, please refer to: Understanding Your Child's Achievement – Grades 9–12.

We encourage families to review these reports with their children and use them as an opportunity to celebrate progress, recognize areas of strength and identify next steps for continued growth and success.

GRADE 7&8 PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES 

Parent-Teacher interviews for 7/8 students will take place on Thursday, November 19th.  Booking information is shared via email. 

Who should book?

All parents are welcome to book a time for a conference. If your child has received a 'progressing with difficulty' or several Ns or Ss in Learning Skills, we encourage you to book a time as soon as possible before spaces are fully booked.  

Please note we are a scent-free environment and refrain from wearing perfume or cologne to parent-teacher conferences. 

EARLY DISMISSAL

November 19th will be an early dismissal day for all students.

FINAL EXAMS

Grade 9 - 12 students’ examinations and Rich Summative Tasks (RSTs) WILL NOT be rescheduled for holiday or travel convenience, and all appointments should be scheduled so as not to conflict with exams and RSTs.  If a medical problem arises, a Vice Principal must be contacted prior to the exam or RST.  Medical certificates will be required to permit alternate arrangements for final examinations in these cases. Students and Parents/Guardians can refer to the OCSB website for the Grade 9 - 12 calendar. These calendars identify the first and last day of school, PD days, Statutory Holidays, Board Holidays, and High School exams. As a general rule, it is prudent to avoid any planned student absences during the months of January and June as this is when RSTs and exams are scheduled.

CHILD VISUAL HEALTH

Clear vision is important to success in the classroom. It is recommended that all children have a comprehensive eye exam before entering school and every year afterward. Annual eye exams for children and youth under 20 are covered by OHIP.

Please see this one-page information note about the importance of regular eye exams.