The Woodbridge Wyvern - November 14, 2025

November 

We recognize the following;

Lebanese Heritage Month

Albanian Heritage Month

Hindu Heritage Month

In November, Woodbridge College started the month with the Grade 9 Take Our Kids to Work Day and welcome Grade 8 students in the Take Our Kids to High School Day. We will be honoring Remembrance Day on November 11th, welcoming families and future Woodbridge College students to our Grade 8 Open House on Thursday, November 27th. 

Smile Cookie fundraiser with Tim Hortons

We are excited to let you know that Student Nutrition Programs in Vaughan and Richmond Hill have been selected once again to be the recipients of the Tim Hortons Holiday Smile Cookie campaign!

Next week, November 17-23, 2025, Tim Hortons will host the Holiday Smile Cookie campaign. 100% of proceeds will be split 50/50 between Tims Camps and York Region Food for Learning to support student nutrition programs located in Vaughan and Richmond Hill. 

The more “Holiday Smile Cookies” sold, the more money schools could receive to buy food and/or equipment for student nutrition programs. So, it’s worthwhile for all of us to do all we can to share this information to buy cookies! Order Form But we can’t do it without your help and support.

Understanding and Navigating the Education System - Families of YRDSB Black Students Monthly Virtual Information Session 

Families, parents, and caregivers, please join us on Monday, November 24, 2025, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. for our monthly virtual meeting, where families with Black children come together to learn about resources and upcoming programs for Black students in both elementary and secondary schools. Please see our flyer for more information. Registration is available online.  For further information, please email the Centre for Black Student Excellence (CBSE) at blackstudentexcellence@yrdsb.ca.

Winter Lights:  A Unity in Diversity Celebration

Join us for a Winter Lights: A Unity in Diversity Celebration, a YRDSB community event that will take place on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Thornhill Secondary School.

This celebration is open to all students, families, and community members from across the region, honouring the richness of cultural diversity through the shared symbolism of light during the winter season. 

Our theme this year, “Unity in Diversity: Light Across Cultures,” reflects the universal symbolism of light as a source of hope, wisdom, and renewal. Across cultures, light represents reflection, gratitude, and togetherness, values that unite us beyond boundaries and remind us of our shared humanity.

We look forward to celebrating this with you and making it a truly memorable event. 

Please register for this event using this registration link. For more information, please see the flyer or the www link.

SEAS 2025 Family Engagement Series Launch

Supporting East Asian Students (SEAS) in partnership with Inclusive School and Community Services (ISCS) invite students, families and staff to the SEAS 2025 Family Engagement Series Launch - Sharing Student Success & Pathway Planning. 

This Family Engagement evening will focus on understanding educational pathways and celebrating student success. English, Mandarin, and Cantonese sessions will be available. All are welcome to enjoy cultural performances, refreshments and a pathway information session. 

Date: Thursday, November 27, 2025

Time: 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Location: Bill Crothers Secondary School.  

Please register by November 25, 2025. Please see flyer or the www link for more information or contact Inclusive School and Community Services (ISCS) at iscs@yrdsb.ca. 

Kwanzaa Celebration

Students, families and staff, please join us as we come together to celebrate Kwanzaa! 

This special event will honour African heritage, unity and culture and will be a time to reflect on the seven principles of Kwanzaa, enjoy cultural traditions and foster community spirit.

Date: Thursday, December 4, 2025

Time: 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Location: Bill Hogarth S.S., Cafeteria. (100 Donald Sim Ave, Markham)

To assist us with planning the event, please register by December 1, 2025 using this registration link. Dinner will be provided.

Please see the flyer invitation or the www event link for more information and registration.

Administrators, please share the above information with your community.  

For more information, please contact the Centre for Black Student Excellence (CBSE) at blackstudentexcellence@yrdsb.ca. 

Well-Being, Self-Care and Managing Stress

We are looking forward to welcoming a YRDSB School Social Worker to meet with our Equity students the week of November 17th to talk about well-being, self-care, and managing stress.

York Region Food for Learning Needs Your Help!

Join our dedicated group and help raise money for student nutrition at Bingo World Richmond Hill - 360 Newkirk Rd. Please see flyer below for more information and to get started contact YRFFL Bingo Coordinator, dmrrts.msdh-hadi@yrdsb.ca 

Bingo Volunteer Flyer 

Fall Tenants Rights Workshop Fall 2025

Parents/Guardians are invited to the free Virtual Tenant Rights Workshops for October and November 2025, offered in partnership with Inclusive School and Community Services and the Canadian Centre for Housing Rights. 

Please see the flyer or the www link to the event. 

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

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 gr. 12 who reside in York Region. All sessions will be supported by a mental health clinician. Please see the flyer for more information and registration.

ATTENDANCE ABSENCE REPORTING

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

Please note, EDSBY is not monitored for student absenteeism.

School Council Meetings

• Monday November 17, 2025 at 6:30 p.m.

All are welcome to attend.

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

Full Disclosure

This year, OUAC/OCAS transmission dates are before the YRDSB midterm report distribution dates.  To support students in making informed decisions about their courses prior to mark transmissions, please be aware of these important dates:

• November 14 - This is the date that Grade 11 and 12 marks are uploaded to OCAS
• November 20 - This is the date that Grade 11 and 12 marks are uploaded to OUAC
• November 28 - 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

If you need assistance with your decision-making, please speak with your parent/guardian and then make a Guidance appointment.

• If you do not want OCAS/OUAC to see your courses, then you must have a Guidance appointment before November 13th.
• If you do not want your courses to appear on your transcript, then you must have a Guidance
  appointment before November 27th.

College and University Open House schedule

• List of Colleges and Polytechniques
• List of University dates

Scholarships, bursaries, and grants

Here is a list of search engines to start your search. 

Furthermore, we will be hosting a presentation on Scholarships, Bursaries, and Grants in the Library Learning Commons in the evening of Monday, November 17.

The Black Student Success Centre at McMaster University invites you to our annual Virtual Faculty Information Sessions. 

This online webinar series is designed for prospective Black high school students, their friends, and families to explore McMaster's faculties, programs, admissions processes, scholarships, and student life. You'll connect with faculty representatives, hear directly from current students, and receive valuable tips to strengthen your university and scholarship applications. Review the schedule below and join the sessions that match your interests.

When: Wednesdays in November | 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm |  Virtual via Zoom

Session Schedule

 Who Should Attend & What You'll Learn

These sessions are perfect for Grade 10–12 students, parents, guardians, family supporters, Black student groups, school staff, graduation coaches, and community educators who want to discover:

• Programs offered across McMaster's faculties
• Admission requirements and how to build a strong application
• Key deadlines and supplementary application details
• Entrance scholarships, awards, and strategies for competitive applications
• Co-op placements, internships, research opportunities, and study-abroad options
• Student life, campus supports, and the experience of being part of McMaster's Black community

 Register Link: Guest RSVP: Virtual Faculty Information Sessions November 2025

Join Zoom Meeting Link:

https://mcmaster.zoom.us/j/95945905540

Meeting ID: 959 4590 5540 | Passcode: 925106

If you have any questions about these sessions or your transition to McMaster, don't hesitate to contact us at bss@mcmaster.ca  or our Black Student Outreach & Transition Coordinator Efe Chehore at Chehoree@mcmaster.ca . We look forward to welcoming you to the Black student community!

Grad Photos  

Please be advised attached information was shared with grade 12 students and families regarding graduation photo booking. Online appointments are open from December 8 to December 11 from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm .

Appointments and payments are done online through their website. Students will receive a reminder a day before their appointments. Proofs are both mailed and emailed to the students and packages are sent directly home. More information on how to register .

Level Up! Skilled Trades Career Fair

The Pathways Team in Curriculum and Instructional Services, in collaboration with the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD), is excited to invite Elementary students in Grades 7–8 and Secondary students in Grades 9–12 to the Level Up! Skilled Trades Career Fair

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This Ontario-wide, multi-day event connects students with leading skilled trades professionals and opens the door to future career possibilities. Attendees will explore hands-on activities, interactive exhibits, and gain valuable mentorship from industry experts, businesses, associations, and post-secondary institutions.

✨ Open House events are free-of-charge and run from 3:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at all 12 locations.

📍 The closest location for the WC community is The International Centre in Mississauga (6900 Airport Rd.) on November 26–27.

Discover your future career in the skilled trades and take the first step toward building a rewarding path!