SAVE THE DATE! Community Dinner Dec 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.
OYAP
YRDSB Families of students in Grades 9 - 11, you are invited to Pathways to Skilled Trades and Technologies Pathway Planning. Learn about course selection for skilled trade careers and experimental learning opportunities on Thursday December 4 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm at Cardinal Carter Catholic School. See Guidance for more information on how to register.
Coats for Kids
Hosted by the Newmarket Lions Club, this free event is for children and adults in need of winter clothing. For more information, contact the Newmarket Lions Club at 905-252-3203
The Quaker Meeting House
17030 Yonge St., Newmarket
Saturdays from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
From October 12 to January 25
Upcoming 2025 2026 Dates to Remember:
Nov 19 to 21 - Sem 1 Mid Term Report Cards E distributed
Nov 21 - PA Day
Nov 26 - OSSLT
Nov 27 - Semi Formal
Dec 11 - Grade 8 Open House
Dec 18 - SDHS Community Holiday Dinner
Dec 22 to Jan 2 - Winter Break
Jan 15 - Winter Concert
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!
Full Disclosure
Are you thinking about dropping a grade 11 or 12 course from your current timetable? If so, please make an appointment with your guidance counselor to discuss whether this is possible for you or your student. Please note that conditions do apply and not everyone may be able to drop a course.
The full disclosure deadline is November 28, 2025.
Community Service Hour Opportunities
Student volunteers are needed for the local Whoville on High Street Event on November 22. Contact Mike Anderson at mike@georginapost.com for more information and to sign up.
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.
Kin Canada Bursaries
The guidance department would like to share the following opportunity with families and graduating students. Here is the link for applying for the Kin Canada Bursaries.
https://kincanada.ca/Web/OurBursaries/Apply.aspx
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). As we close out October—Learning Disabilities (LD) Awareness Month—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.
Contact Info
L. Leuszler, Head of Student Services
C. Watts, Assistant Head of Student
Student Success is our Business!
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.
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.
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