The Woodbridge Wyvern - Mar. 27, 2026

March

We recognize the following;

Bangladeshi Heritage Month

Hellenic Heritage Month

Persian Heritage Month

Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT)

On Thursday, April 16th, grade 10 students who have previously not written or students who were previously unsuccessful in the fall writing of the literacy test will have an opportunity to write the test. To support student success with the literacy test, Woodbridge College will be offering the after-school literacy program multiple times each week, with ten sessions in total, before the test date. Students should come to the office if they would like a permission form to participate in the after-school literacy program. 

Vaughan Earth Hour - Student Volunteer Hours

We will provide 5 volunteer hours for students who volunteer at the Vaughan Earth Hour Event on 

Saturday, March 28, 2026. Please see flyer for more information.

Volunteer duties include:

• Refreshments (handing out refreshments/cookies)
• Light Bulb Wall (Assisting kids writing a message on a paper lightbulb and then affixing it to the wall)
• Walk Coordinator- (Outdoor Walk is from 8:30pm – 9:15pm)
• Lantern Making (teaching kids how to make a paper lantern & attach the light for the walk)
• Smoothie Bike (Assisting kids on the bike and filling up the container with fruit to make smoothies)
• Earth Hour Table – greeting guests as they arrive and distributing prizes Passport Game
• Face painting (You don’t have to be an artist!)
• Assisting the Science Exhibitors
• Assisting the Green Directions Display
• Handing out tickets to guests as they return from the walk (to win prizes)

Trans Day of Visibility

YRDSB invites 2SLGBTQIA+ students, staff, and their families and allies of all ages to join us for a free evening of community, connection, and celebration as we honour Trans Day of Visibility.

Date: March 31, 2026

Time: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Location: YorkU Markham Campus (1 University Blvd., Markham, ON)

Event Highlights

• Clothing Swap - Bring an item, take an item. Explore comfortable, affirming clothing in a welcoming space.
• Community Resources - Connect with local organizations that support queer and trans youth and their families.
• Art & Activities - Express yourself through creative stations and engage in queer and trans trivia.
• YorkU Media Activations -  Participants will have the opportunity to use York University’s Makerspace, gaming lounge, and green-screen media room.
• Food - Enjoy light refreshments
• Connection - Build relationships with peers and families who share similar identities and experiences.

Attendance is free; please register by March 18, 2026.

Come as you are and celebrate visibility, belonging, and joy with us.

Please see the www link and flyer for more information.

For any questions or information, please email Inclusive School and Community Services (ISCS) at iscs@yrdsb.ca.

Police Information Session for Youth 

The York Regional Police Information Session for Youth is happening on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. with families of Grade 10 - 12 students who are interested in a future career in policing.

Please see flyer for more information.

Annual Budget Consultation Process - York Region District School Board

YRDSB invites families and community members to participate in the annual budget consultation process. 

Community members are invited to attend a virtual public budget consultation on April 13, 2026 at 7 p.m. and join using this meeting link. Community members are also invited to complete an online budget survey by April 17, 2026 that can be accessed in various languages through the YRDSB website.

Please feel free to share this information. The next presentation will be a 2026-2027 Budget Overview and members will have an opportunity to provide budget input during the meeting on April 16, 2026. Information to support the presentation will be shared in the near future. 

Jewish Family and Child Service

Jewish Family and Child Service is hosting several parenting groups this winter. 

Parenting (Latency)

For caregivers of children 7 years to 12 years of age

6 Sessions beginning Tuesday, April 14, 2026.  Please see flyer for more information.

Tuesday evenings, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

ZOOM

This parenting group provides parents with tools and strategies to reduce power struggles, promote calm    communication, encourage problem-solving and empower parents to feel more confident in managing challenging behaviours while fostering a cooperative family environment.

Parenting (Adolescence)

For caregivers of children 13 years to 18 years of age

6 Sessions

Wednesday evenings, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

ZOOM

Start date to be determined 

This parenting group provides parents with tools and strategies to promote parent-teen communication and  interactions, conflict management, letting go and setting limits and realistic expectations. Peer relationships and pressure, like drugs, alcohol, dating and sexuality, will also be discussed. Participants will engage in conversations about why mental well-being is important. Participants will feel more confident in recognizing signs and symptoms (red flags) in youth, opening up compassionate and empathetic conversations and providing supportive resources for next steps.

If you have any further questions, please reach out to Group Programs GroupPrograms@jfandcs.com  or contact our intake department at 416-638-7800 x6234.

Parent and  Caregiver Mental Health Event

Join YRDSB for an evening dedicated to building emotional connections and supporting student well-being. This  panel discussion, “How to Support Youth and Conversations about Mental Health at Home,” features youth with lived experience from YouthSpeak Charity, Clinical Psychologist Dr. Wendy Manel (CMHA), and YRDSB Mental Health Lead Patricia Marra-Stapleton.

Event Details:

When: April 16, 2026 | 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. (Registration starts at 6:00 p.m.)

Where: Westmount Collegiate Institute (1000 New Westminster Dr., Thornhill)

Who: All YRDSB elementary and secondary parents and caregivers.

Registration & Accessibility

Register through the Monthly Parent/Caregiver Mental Health Newsletter, the YRDSB Events Page, or your school’s Mental Health Liaison. Interpretation services will be available in select languages (details on the registration form).

Please see flyer for more information or contact Patricia Marra-Stapleton, Mental Health Lead, patricia.marra-stapleton@yrdsb.ca, Paula Vicente, Assistant Coordinator of Mental health paula.vicente@yrdsb.ca, or Cassandra Fezzuoglio, Assistant Coordinator of Mental Health cassandra.fezzuoglio@yrdsb.ca.

Sikh Heritage Month Event

Inclusive Schools and Community Services (ISCS) and Sikh Educators Voice Alliance (SEVA) will be hosting a Sikh Heritage Month Event. This year, we will be honouring the contributions of the Sikh community in Canada, as well as Sikh culture, history, and identity. Join us for a lively evening celebrating Sikh Heritage Month, featuring educational displays, music, and community connection.

Date: Thursday, April 23, 2026

Time: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Location: Emily Carr Secondary School, 4901 Rutherford Rd, Vaughan, ON L4H 3C2

All students, families, staff, and community members are welcome to attend.

Please see our flyer for more information and to register by Monday, April 20, 2026.  

Students who would like to participate in the Sikh Heritage Month event by showcasing their talents on stage, hosting an activity booth, or volunteering their time for community service hours, are encouraged to complete the registration form. Here is the www link to this board event. 

For further information, please contact Inclusive School and Community Services (ISCS) at iscs@yrdsb.ca.

Equity in Action: Combating Antisemitism and Racism workshop

JF&CS is proud to be hosting the upcoming Equity in Action: Combating Antisemitism and Racism workshop on Wednesday, April 29, 2026.

This in-person workshop will provide a meaningful opportunity to deepen our understanding of equity, explore strategies to address racism and antisemitism, and strengthen inclusive practices within our workplace and client services. It will be led by the Friends of Simon Wiesenthal Centre for Holocaust Studies and will include facilitated 

discussions to translate learning into actionable steps.

This event is free to attend. Moderated by Zach Sadowski, Director, Antisemitism, Programming and Outreach, Friends of Simon Wiesenthal Centre.

Speakers include:

•   Jess Burke – Director, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Training Liaison to 2SLGBTQIA+ Partnerships, CIJA
• Kalea Kirsh – Neurodiversity Educator and Advocate, Founder of NeuroInclusivity
• Tyler Samuels – Community Outreach Coordinator, Adraba Toronto

There are two identical sessions being offered on the day. Please select one:

• Morning Session | 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
• Afternoon Session | 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM

We encourage everyone to register as soon as possible, at this link, to secure your spot,.

Registration will remain open until April 21^st.  Please see flyer for more information.

If you have any questions or need assistance with registration, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at equityevent@jfandcs.com. 

Black Youth Mental Wellness and Empowerment Series: R.I.S.E. Program

NACCA is delivering a virtual, 8-week Africentric mental wellness workshop series for Black youth up to Grade 12 who reside in York Region. All sessions will be supported by a mental health clinician. Please see this link for more information and registration.

Celebrating Sikh & Punjabi Heritage

In honour of Sikh Heritage Month, Sikh Educators Voice Alliance (SEVA) invites students, families, staff, and community members to take part in Rangla Virsa Mela, a joyful celebration of Punjabi and Sikh culture, history, and creativity.

This event is a chance for students and families to share their talents, learn from one another, and celebrate the values at the heart of Sikh identity, equality, social justice, compassion, and seva (selfless service). We also hope to help everyone learn about Sikh beliefs and Punjabi cultural traditions, and how they are connected but not the same. Our goal is to explore these differences in a warm, welcoming, and inclusive way that supports understanding for all families. 

Date: Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Time: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Location: Tommy Douglas S.S. (4020 Major Mackenzie Dr, Vaughan)

Participation Call Out for Rangla Virsa Mela 

Ways to Participate

We welcome contributions of all skill levels, including:

• Dance (folk, classical, or contemporary)
• Gatka (martial arts)
• Music (vocal or instrumental)
• Art (paintings, crafts, photography, multimedia)
• Poetry or spoken word (Punjabi, English, or bilingual)
• Storytelling or reflections on Punjabi or Sikh heritage
• Presentations on Sikh/Punjabi history, important days, or Sikh beliefs
• Cultural demonstrations (traditional clothing, textiles, practices)
• Community members or elders willing to share experiences
• Vendor Tables 

Everyone is welcome! Your voice and participation matter.

Please complete the Expression of Interest form by March 23, 2026, if you would like to participate or volunteer at this event. Here is the Board www link as well.

ATTENDANCE ABSENCE REPORTING

Parents/guardians, please email attendance absences to woodbridgecollege.attendance@yrdsb.ca 

Please note, EDSBY is not monitored for student absenteeism.

Student Mental Health and Addictions Newsletters

Winter 2025 - Embracing Winter: Building Warmth and Resilience

Fall 2025 - Embracing Autumn: Nurturing Well-being This Season

Students and/or parents are able to make a Guidance appointment through TeachAssist.  Appointments are to be made based on your last name with the alpha guidance counsellor listed below.

Mrs. Kolianou - A to K

Mrs. Ricci - L to P

Ms. Zupnik - Q to Z

College and Polytechnic presentation

Families and students learned about degree programs offered at college and polytechnics in the GTA.

Seneca, George Brown, Humber, Sheridan, Georgian and Centennial spoke about the specialty programs at their institution and how easy it is for students to transfer between different post-secondary institutions. Another thing they mentioned is to visit the different campuses to experience a day in the life of a student, below are dates for upcoming open houses.

Post-Secondary Spring Open House

March break and in the spring is a great time to go visit the Ontario Colleges and Universities.  Below are the spring schedules for most post-secondary institutions in Ontario.

• College Open House dates
• University Open House Dates

Graduation Photos

There are a number of students who have not taken their graduation photo. We have a couple of pop up studios over the weekend students can go to.  We have our Toronto, Markham, and Aurora studio almost every weekend starting this week servicing all of York Region

How to Book an Appointment:

• Visit https://www.bookmygrad.ca/
• Select “Book at Offsite Studio”
• Choose the studio location closest to you (Markham or Aurora or Toronto)
• When prompted for the school, begin typing your school name or use your school
• code “WBC”
• Select a date and time that works best

Full Disclosure Date for Semester Two - May 8

The Full Disclosure date for Grade 11 and Grade 12 courses is May 8. If a student withdraws from a Grade 11 or 12 course on or prior to May 8, 2028, then the course will not be recorded on the Ontario Student Transcript.  The full disclosure date for YRDSB Fall Session night school is Tuesday, April 28.

Potential graduates who are applying to an Ontario college and/or university who are planning to drop a course are encouraged to connect with their guidance counsellor in advance of these dates. Guidance appointments can be booked via teachassist.

Important dates

• April 22 - this date falls prior to midterm report distribution.  To support students who may be graduating to make an informed decision about mark transmissions, teachers are to make marks visible on teachassist.
• April 24 - This is the date that Grade 11 and 12 marks are uploaded to OUAC
• April 24 - This is the date that Grade 11 and 12 marks are uploaded to OCAS
• April 29-May 1- report cards are e-transmitted
• May 8 - This is the date any Grade 11 and 12 courses will permanently appear on
  your transcript. Courses dropped by this date will not show on a student’s transcript

Summer School - Continuing Education

Acceleration Courses (18 days)

For students who wish to earn a credit in a subject they have not previously studied or those who wish to upgrade a mark in a course that they have successfully completed. 

Students are encouraged to register early to avoid disappointment. Course offerings are not guaranteed as they are based on sufficient enrollment and teacher availability. 

Students can only take one acceleration course during the summer session. Transportation is not provided for this program.

Registration opened March 25 and closes June 5

Option 1: Online Learning​ (formerly elearning)

Courses that are specifically designed to be taught in a fully online format. Online learning does not require pupils and teachers to be face-to-face with each other. Classes occur online using an asynchronous model, with check-in opportunities with the teacher. The learning platform is Brightspace by D2L.

Dates:   June 30 to Friday, July 24
Hours:  Flexible (6 hours per day minimum)

Learn more about Secondary Summer School Online Learning.

Option 2: In-Person Learning

Courses will be offered in a face-to-face learning model.  
Dates:  June 30 to Friday, July 24
Hours:  8:45 am to 3:32 pm
Locations:  Bill Hogarth SS, Bur Oak SS, Keswick HS, Maple HS, Middlefield CI, Newmarket HS, Richmond Green SS, and Thornlea SS

Learn more about Secondary Summer School In-Person Learning.

Option 3: Remote Synchronous Learning

The learning platform is Google Classroom. Classes will be a mix of synchronous (real-time) and asynchronous learning. The teachers will be expected to be online for most of the day.  A majority of the day will be spent in synchronous learning experiences (Google Meet with whole class or small groups, phone or video chats, individual conferencing – a combination of many tools to engage in synchronous learning).  In July, before the start of classes, your child will receive an email with instructions on how to log on and participate in the class. Remote Summer School

Y2 LEGACY: A Black-Centred Approach to Leadership, Innovation, and Excellence 2026 Summer Program

Y2 LEGACY is a transformative summer learning program that empowers students through a Black-centred lens  celebrating leadership, innovation, and academic excellence. By building foundational knowledge and identity-affirming skills, students emerge with the confidence and capabilities to lead in their schools and communities. The foundational skills students gain in the summer will support them in navigating the school year with confidence and leadership.

Registration Participation in Y2 LEGACY is competitive, and space is limited. To be considered for enrollment, interested students must complete the following:

1. All students must complete a Y2 LEGACY Google Application Form (will be available in March 2026).

2. Students currently attending a YRDSB day school must register for their selected course using My Pathway Planner (myBlueprint), while students who do not attend a YRDSB day school must register using the Non-YRDSB Registration Form. 

Registration opens March 23, 2026.

Summer Dates: Tuesday, June 30 to Friday, July 24, 2026, from 8:45 a.m. - 3:32 p.m.

Community Involvement Hours

Grade 12 Students,

This is a friendly reminder that your 40 Community Involvement Hours must be completed and submitted by March 31st in order to meet graduation requirements. This allows enough time to order diplomas.

If you have not yet finished your hours, March Break is an excellent opportunity to complete them. Many community organizations welcome student volunteers during this time, and it’s a great chance to get involved, support your community, and finish this requirement before the deadline. Please remember to get pre-approval before you start.

Please be sure to submit your completed hours by March 31st. If you have any questions or need support finding volunteer opportunities, feel free to reach out.

Sector‑Partnered Experience with Flashpoint

On Thursday, March 26, 2026, forty‑three Grade 11 and 12 students took a major step forward in their SHSM journey during an inspiring Sector‑Partnered Experience with Flashpoint, hosted at the North York Central Library.

The day was designed to immerse students in real‑world learning, blending leadership in action, team‑building challenges, and hands-on activities that strengthened essential 21st‑century skills. With Flashpoint’s guidance, students explored sector‑specific problem‑solving, communication strategies, and collaborative decision‑making, skills that will serve them well in both postsecondary pathways and future careers.

By the end of the experience, participants walked away more confident, more connected, and one step closer to earning their SHSM seal. It was a day that showcased the power of experiential learning and the potential of every student who took part.