Attendance and Punctuality
Did you know that regular attendance and punctuality are a strong indicator of school success?
Regular attendance and punctuality are a vital part of learning and are directly linked to student success. Successful students attend school regularly.
Student Attendance email:
sutton.dhs.attendance@yrdsb.ca
Direct Phone Line (voicemail available 24/7): 905-722-3267
Families can read more about the YRDSB attendance policies in the Start-up package.
Sutton District High School: sutton.sabres
Student Council: sdhs_studentcouncil
SDHS Athletics: sdhs_athletics
SDHS Eco Council: sdhs.eco
From Student Council
Costume Dance
Student Council will be hosting a Costume Dance buy-in on Wednesday, October 22 during periods 3 and 4 in the small gym.
Students who purchase tickets and return their signed permission form by Tuesday, October 21 will be excused from class for periods 3 and 4. They’ll head directly to the small gym after lunch.
Students who do not purchase a ticket or return their permission form will remain in class as usual. The money raised by the dance will go back into Student Council for future events.
Spirit Week
In addition to the dance, next week will also be a spirit week. Tuesday is Wear Plaid, Crocs & Socks, Wednesday is Costumes, and Thursday is PJ day. Show your Sabre Spirit!
Upcoming 2025 2026 Dates to Remember:
Oct 22 - Costume Dance, Per. 3 & 4
Oct 23 - Honours Assembly (invitation only)
- Keswick High School Community Dinner, 5 to 7 pm, KHS
Oct 24 - PA Day
Oct 27 to 31 - Mid-Term Break
Nov 5 - TOKTW Day/Grade 8 Day
Nov 6 - Keswick High School Annual Post Secondary Fair, KHS
Nov 11 - Remembrance Day
Nov 19 to 21 - Sem 1 Mid Term Report Cards E distributed
Nov 21 - PA Day
The Power of Pause: Roots for Renewal
The Centre for Black Student Excellence is inviting all students, families and staff to an evening on Wellness and Well Being. An evening filled with strategies to nourish both mind and body. Dinner will be provided.
Date: Thursday, November 6, 2025
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Venue: Tommy Douglas S.S. Cafeteria.
Please register by November 3, 2025
For further information, please email the Centre for Black Student Excellence at blackstudentexcellence@yrdsb.ca
SDHS Guidance Department - We’re Here to Help!
The guidance department would like to share the following opportunities with families and/or students:
Interested in studying in Canada or abroad? If so, you may be interested in the university and college fairs which take place in Toronto on Oct 26 https://www.studyandgoabroad.com/toronto/ ) or Mississauga https://www.studyandgoabroad.com/mississauga/
The Student Achievement Awards is a writing and creative arts competition open to all secondary students. Eight provincial winners will be awarded a prize of $1000. Students must submit their entries to the guidance department no later than Nov 14. Please visit https://www.osstf.on.ca/studentachievementawards for more details and examples of past winners.
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).
We work closely with classroom teachers to ensure student accommodations are met. We check in with students and provide strategies and support to help them build the skills required for success.
Contact Info
L. Leuszler,
Head of Student Services
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.