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The Upper School has a dynamic energy this week as students complete final assessments before the March Break and prepare for major community events like the World Affairs Conference and the Year 8 field trips to Norval and the Woodland Cultural Centre. We also saw powerful examples of leadership in Laidlaw Hall, beginning with the special student assembly where Head Steward candidates delivered their messages and answered questions from their peers. The Principal’s Assembly then celebrated International Women’s Day with special presentations from our Pluralism steward and Principal McKinney on male allyship, as well as reflections from Ms. Owen (Library), Ms. Milburn (Admissions) and Ms. Fyrrar (Mathematics).

Hellenic Heritage Month kicked off this week with a special lunch in the Upper Dining Hall and Greek cookies and tea given out in the morning. All Upper School students in Years 8–11 wrote math contests administered by the University of Waterloo this week, designed to challenge students’ problem-solving abilities and spark an interest in the subject.

SAVE THE DATE | Year 8/9 UCC dance and social on April 5

On Friday, April 5, all Year 8 and 9s from UCC are invited to attend the Year 8/9 dance and social. It will run from 7–9:30 p.m. at the Upper School and will feature music, games and refreshments. We have invited students from St. Clements, Havergal College, Branksome Hall, BSS, Crescent School and Sterling Hall. The cost of attending is $20 which will be billed to your UCC account. A permission form will be sent to students soon which will need to be filled in to attend.

Thanks,

Alvin Jugoon, Year 8 Coordinator
Lindsay Rielly, Year 9 Coordinator

REMINDER | Year 9 trips

As a reminder from the Year 9 parent information session, you can find information on Year 9 trips by clicking here.

Any parents who are interested in presenting at the "School of Life" experience week from June 11-13 should fill in this interest form and will be contacted at a later date to discuss details.

Thanks,

Lindsay Rielly
Year 9 Coordinator

SIGN UP | Optional Year 11 trip to Norval

Based on themes of resilience, survival and leadership skills, we are for the first time offering a Norval trip experience immediately following the exam period for the Year 11 students from Monday, June 17 to Tuesday, June 18 (2 days and 1 night) and will consist of leadership skill building through problem-solving and physical challenges outdoors. Before settling on an exact itinerary, we would first like to gauge interest. Please let us know by completing this form if your student is planning on attending. We will finalize details based on the number of participants 

SAVE THE DATE | Years 11 and 12 — StepUP

Please save the date for an exciting new parent/student event celebrating the Year 11s as they all StepUP into the role of school leaders and honouring the Year 12s as they pass the torch to the incoming cohort. It will be an excellent opportunity for making connections, putting names to faces and meeting friends’ families. 

Parents can enjoy student-led tours and join their sons on a school-wide scavenger hunt, followed by a casual dinner and live music in the Upper Dining Hall. Guest speaker will be Martin Kon ’89, former YouTube CFO and current President and COO of Cohere, who will discuss being a leader, stepping up after graduation, and what skills are most in demand with the advent of AI. This is one evening you won’t want to miss!

Date: Thursday, April 25

Time: 6:30–8:30 p.m.

Sign up coming after March Break

SIGN UP | Battalion Ball 2024

One of UCC’s oldest traditions, the Battalion Ball, is taking place for Year 12 students on April 12 from 8 to 11 p.m. at Palais Royale (1601 Lake Shore Blvd. West). This is an opportunity for the Leaving Class to celebrate as a class together with their guests. The cost is $85 per ticket.

Parents, if your student is planning to attend, you must fill out this form together with them. Please note that it requires both parent and student signatures. There is a separate form linked within that must be sent to the guests of any students who plan on bringing a guest.

If you have any questions, please contact Andrew MacDougall, Assistant Head of the Upper School.

Grad frames deadline on March 28

REGISTER | Upper School Comedy Night

The Parents' Organization’s Arts Booster Club Comedy Night has returned by popular demand! Professional stand-up comedians are performing at UCC on Tuesday, April 16 for one night only. Upper School students and their accompanying trusted adults will enjoy light food and beverages in the Student Centre before a live comedy show in the David Chu Theatre. Funny man Greg Eckler ’87, long time writer for the Rick Mercer Report, will emcee this evening of food and levity. 

Date: Tuesday, April 16

Time: 6:30–8:30 p.m.

Venues: UCC Student Centre and the David Chu Theatre  

Tickets: $50 each. Seating is limited so get your tickets here!

Celebrating Greek Heritage Month (March)

In celebration of Greek Heritage Month, we are excited to announce that The Hellenic Culture Club, along with their parent volunteers, will be hosting our second annual Panegyri (Greek Festival) on Thursday, March 28, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Upper School Student Centre. Building on the success of last year's event, we anticipate this year's festival to be even more vibrant and engaging!

The Panegyri will feature a variety of activities, delicious Greek cuisine and informative tables. 

We encourage all members of the UCC community to mark their calendars and join us for this cultural celebration and create lasting memories together. 

OPA!

Christos Paschalidis
Hellenic Culture Club Supervisor