Dec 12 2025 Sabres Community E-Bulletin

The countdown is on! 6 more days until the SDHS Community Dinner - Thursday, December  18

Please join us for this FREE event at our school on Thursday, December 18, 2025, from 

4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. There will be a full turkey dinner, children’s games and free haircuts (no reservations required). 

“Skippy’s Closet” will also be open for anyone who would like to take some gently used clothing home.

There is room for everyone at the table!

Student Council News

Sabre Spirit Week - Dec 15 to 19

Hey Sabres! Our Student Council presents Spirit Week, Dec 15 to the 19, with a different theme every day:

Dec 15 - Hat Day

Dec 16 - Twinkle Day (wear something shiny and bright!)

Dec 17 - Wacky Socks Day

Dec 18 - Retro/Ugly/Festive Sweater Day

Dec 19 - PJ Day

Show your SDHS Pride and participate in our Spirit Week before we take our Winter Break. 

Hockey Buy-In Dec 18

The Student Council will be hosting a school buy-in to cheer on our Sabre Hockey team against Huron Heights. 

Students will be required to have a School Cash Online permission form completed and can buy in for either $2 or a non-perishible food donation for the Georgina Community Food Pantry. The Student Council have already begun ticket sales and donation collections. 

Only students that have a permission form/donation will be allowed to attend. 

Lets show our Sabre Spirit and cheer our hockey team to victory! 

Upcoming 2025 2026 Dates to Remember:

Dec 18 - Hockey Buy- In and SDHS Community Holiday Dinner

Dec 22 to Jan 2 - Winter Break

Jan 22 to 28 - Sem 1 Exams

Jan 28 - Modified School Day

Jan 29 - PA Day

Feb 2 - Sem 2 begins

You can see these dates and more on our Sutton District H.S. Calendar

SDHS Guidance Department - We’re Here to Help!

The guidance department would like to share the following opportunities with families and students:

Timetable Changes:

Any student looking to change a course for second semester is required to complete the google form below.  This form is also available on the student’s guidance google classroom, and in guidance.  Note that students must login using the school account in order to complete the form.

Completing the form does not guarantee that the request will be completed.  Space in courses is very limited, if any at all.

 

Timetable Change Form

 

College and University Applications:

A reminder to all graduates interested in applying to college and/or university of the fast approaching application deadlines.

College – Feb 2, 2026

University – Jan 15, 2026

Community Service Hour Opportunities

Students can sign up for 2 hour shifts for the Salvation Army Christmas Kettle Drive. Email nathan.reid-welford@salvationarmy.ca if you have any questions. 

Please do not hesitate to connect with us at any time.

Thank you.

Your guidance department

Resources

  • Kids Help Phone - 1-800-668-6868, text 686868
  • YSSN (Your Support Services Network) - 1-822-310-COPE (2673)
  • Suicide Prevention Canada, Call or Text 988
  • Black Youth Helpline -  1-833-294-8650
  • Youthline - 647-694-4275

 

Student Services

Our department supports students who have an IEP (Individual Education Plan). It is an important reminder that with the right strategies, accommodations, and understanding, students with learning disabilities can thrive.  We will continue to advocate for inclusive practices to help ensure every student’s strengths are recognized and supported.

IEPs have been created and sent home for review.  If any updates need to be made to your students IEP throughout the year please reach out to your students SERT directly.  

Have questions about how to support your student during Semester 1 exams? 

Reach out, we're happy to help!

Contact Information

L. Leuszler, Head of Student Services

C. Watts, Assistant Head of Student Services

 

Student Success is our Business!

Student Academic Success Room (337): 

The Student Success Room (Room 337) will be open to students during designated days/hours. This room will serve as an alternative, quiet workspace where students can seek academic support from our dedicated team of educators.

Not sure where to start?  Students can use our flowchart to determine who can best support them.

We believe that a collaborative effort between students, parents, educators, and support staff is essential for a student's overall success. If you have any questions, concerns, or would like to learn more about the Student Success Team and our academic support services, please do not hesitate to contact us.