SDHS Food Pantry Update
The SDHS Food Pantry will not be open for weekly food pickups this year. However, we will be putting together food hampers at Thanksgiving, Winter Break, April, and June. The Thanksgiving Hamper will be given out to registered families on October 9th. Thanksgiving Hampers will be for SDHS families only.
We will expand our list to families with students from SPS, Morning Glory, Deer Park, or Black River for future food hampers. Families must register using this link no later than Monday, October 6th, 2025. We have limited hampers available, so please register as soon as possible.
Sutton District High School: sutton.sabres
School Council: sdhs_studentcouncil
SDHS Athletics: sdhs_athletics
Contact Information
We ask families to ensure the school office has the most up-to-date contact information. This is important in case of emergency situations. If your contact information has changed, please notify the school office.
School Start-Up Forms
Parents/guardians received an email from YRDSB Update with instructions to complete start-up forms. It is important that these forms are completed as soon as possible at the start of the school year as they contain information and permissions.
The forms can be found in the family dashboard at family.yrdsb.ca . Click on the arrow by your child’s name and select the start-up forms button. You can choose your language. Please follow these steps for each child. Forms will automatically populate with your child’s information through the Dashboard.
Learn how to create a Family Dashboard account if you do not have one.
The forms are also available online at https://startupforms.yrdsb.ca . You will need your child’s student number. Tips are available on the Board website. Translation is also available on the website.
Please note: You must complete a separate form for each child attending school. If you prefer to complete the forms on paper or have questions about the information in the forms, please contact the school office.
Secondary School Student Forms
Secondary school students can complete the secondary school student form at https://startupforms.yrdsb.ca/students . They will also receive the link in their student GAPPS account.
School Council 2025/26
Being a member of our School Council is just one way families can get involved to support the school community. Elections for this year’s School Council was held Sept 16, 2025.
Chair: Lee-Anne Teague
Secretary: Zaheeda Rahim
Our next meeting is Tuesday, November 4. We hope to see you there, all are welcome!
Current Clubs and Teams
Clubs
Badminton Club - Ms. Sisti
Chess Club/Math Tutoring - Ms. Watts
Drum Club - Mr. Bonder
Eco Council - Ms. Curlew
Ladies Flag Football - Mr. Wilson
Student Council - Ms. Hawkins
Sutton Cheer Team - Ms. Quinn
Relay for Life Committee - Ms. Colthart
Mountain Bike Club - Mr. Prosser
Pick up Basketball (lunchtime)- Mr. Langhorst
Pride Club - Ms. Carusone
Weight Room Club
Fall Sports Teams
Boys Golf, Jr. and Sr. - Mr. Risebrough
Girls Golf, Varsity - Mr. Brake
Girls Rugby 7s - Ms. Colhart
Boys Soccer, Sr. - Ms. Roncato
Boys Volleyball, Jr. and Sr. - Mr. Brake
Cross Country - Mr. Prosser
Please contact the teacher or the school for more information.
Upcoming 2025 2026 Dates to Remember:
Oct 6 - Photo Retake Day
Oct 6 and 7 - Interim Report Cards E-distributed
Oct 13 - Thanksgiving
Oct 16 - Gr 9 Activity Day, Eco Council Community Clean Up, Parents Night
Oct 23 - Keswick High School Community Dinner, 5 to 7 pm, KHS
Oct 21 - Honours Assembly
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 19 to 21 - Sem 1 Mid Term Report Cards E distributed
You can see these dates and more on our Sutton District H.S. Calendar
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.
Terry Fox Run Sept 29
Sutton District High School hosted their annual Terry Fox Run on the rain date of Sept 29. This marked the 45th anniversary of the Marathon of Hope. Our school and community raised over $1,122.25 for cancer research!
Thank you to Ms. Roncato’s classes, and thank you to our students and staff that participated in this worthy cause!
SDHS Guidance Department - We’re Here to Help!
Timetable changes for first semester have concluded. Although some student continue to speak with us about semester 1 options, at this point in the semester, they are advised that changes are not advised or possible.
We continue to work on second semester timetable concerns. We should be done by the end of next week. Students will have an opportunity to request a change for second semester in December.
Today, the grade 12 students were invited to attend a post-secondary information session. This information is posted in their guidance google classroom. During the week of October 15th, grade 12 students will receive their Ontario Education Number (OEN) and our school’s Mident Number (school ID). This will be shared directly from the school board. Please be sure to keep this information as it is necessary to apply to college or university.
The Georgina Post-Secondary Fair will once again take place at Keswick High School this year and will be on Thursday November 6 from 6-8pm.
Please note that this year there will be no college fair as have taken place in the past where a college hosts several others as an easy way for students and their families to gather program information. Instead colleges are inviting you to attend their own open house. Please visit individual college websites to learn more. Most open houses take place weekends between now and December.
The SDHS Honours assembly will take place on October 23rd in the afternoon. Students should receive their invitations sometime next week.
Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to connect with us.
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
N. Gkitsali,
Assistant 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.