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Upper School student schedules

Student schedules for the 2023-24 academic year will be published on Monday, Sept. 4 in Bluenet.

SAVE THE DATE | New Student Orientation Day on Sept. 5

We look forward to welcoming all day and boarding students new to the Upper School on Orientation Day, Tuesday, Sept. 5. Please check the New Student Orientation Schedule for an overview of the day’s program and additional resources. In addition, see the FAQ for answers to popular questions.

New students will obtain access to their lockers on Orientation Day. Their Senior House Adviser will assign them a locker in their House locker room next to their mentor’s locker. It's recommended that they bring a combination lock with them in order to keep their belongings secure. 

New students: Laptop pick up on Sept. 5

At 3 p.m., students who have not received their laptops can do so in Room 127.  The session will be 30 to 45 minutes in length.

Years 8 and 9 laptops

Dear Year 8 and 9 Families,

School laptops are an important tool in the day-to-day life of our students. It is critical that school laptops are used appropriately as a tool for learning. Year 8 and Year 9 laptops will continue to be managed by the College with restrictions against non-academic software. These restrictions must be in place to ensure the smooth functionality and security of the laptops. Students will still have the access rights to connect the laptops to their home wifi and printing environments. While on campus, students are expected to use the technology as guided by the College rules and regulations, as per the Family Handbook, and guidance from the Student Support Advisory Council.

Students will be supported with a formal digital citizenship program exploring topics such as online interactions, cyberbullying, and digital privacy. These measures also allow the College to manage and support students in the unlikely event of future school disruptions.

Please know that your student’s computer will be equipped with all of the necessary software and programs to successfully support their academics. Any software that is required for learning will be made available through the College’s software distribution process. Moving forward, students will only be able to use Chrome as a browser, and they will not be permitted to download software that would give access to VPN, social media, or gaming software.

These changes to the management of the devices will be implemented over the next week in preparation for the return to class.

Thank you for your consideration of this matter and we appreciate your support in ensuring students have the best environments for learning success.

Best Wishes,

Gillian Levene, Assistant Head, Student Life Year 8 

Joe Smith, Assistant Head, Student Life Year 9 

Jim LaPlante, Executive Director, Information and Innovation

Upper School textbook ordering information 

The Canadian School Book Exchange (CSBE) is the College's textbook supplier and can be accessed here. Details on how to place orders, delivery options and payment methods are available on this information page.

Please place orders as early as possible to ensure students have textbooks at the start the school year. Ordering early also gives you the best selection of used books. 

For assistance please contact CBSE by email or at 1-800-335-5043.

SIGN UP | New year, new volunteer opportunities for parents

UCC’s vibrant parent community is one of the many special things about the College. No matter how much or how little time you have, the Parents’ Organization (PO) can find a volunteer opportunity for you. 

The PO assists with events such as Association Day (Oct. 14), Festive Marketplace (Dec. 8) and more throughout the year. 

If you’re interested in getting involved, please click here. For questions and more information, please email communityengagement@uccpo.ca.

The Used Blues Shop (TUBS) Sale

The Used Blues Shop (TUBS) is hosting its annual back-to-school sale right after Labour Day. 

Dates:

Tuesday, Sept. 5, from 2–4 p.m.

Wednesday, Sept. 6, from  8–9:30 a.m.

Where: 

Upper School lower level hallway (near the Lower Dining Hall)

The sale will feature gently used uniforms and spirit wear. All purchases will be charged to a student’s account. Students are welcome to shop on their own, and parents are welcome but are asked to first sign in at reception. Please bring a shopping bag.

Donations are welcome. If you have questions, please email TUBS.

Dress Code for 2023–24 

Students will be in warm weather dress beginning on the first day of classes (Wednesday, Sept. 6). Information on the Upper School dress code is available here.  

Course change requests: Key dates 

Please note the following key dates and information about the course change process for the 2023–24 academic year.

Students should first contact their university counsellor to begin a conversation (contact information below). A discussion centred on potential impacts will be led by the university counsellor and will involve the student and parent, course teachers, adviser and the Wernham West Centre for Learning as required.

Once September classes have begun, the process and timeline for course change requests will be as follows:

• Course changes must be requested through a University Counsellor and also approved by a parent/guardian.

• Year 11 course changes will be accepted and processed, if possible, as of the third day of school, up to the Thanksgiving long weekend.

• Year 9 and Year 10 course changes will be accepted and processed, if possible, as of the third day of school through Monday, Sept. 18.

Please be aware that every effort will be made to honour requests; however, certain changes may not be possible because of timetable constraints.

University Counselling Office:

Jackson’s and Martland’s — Mr. David Hanna 

Scadding’s and Orr’s — Ms. Nili Isaacs

Seaton’s and Wedd’s — Mr. Andrew Turner

McHugh’s and Mowbray’s—Ms. Stephanie Rose

Bremner’s and Howard’s — Mr. David Thompson