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This week has been a short one at the Upper School but eventful nonetheless! It was the week of finals for our sports teams, with the majority of our teams travelling to or hosting other schools competing for CISAA championships. In particular, on Wednesday our Varsity Football Team travelled to St. Andrew’s College, falling just short of SAC and capping off a terrific season with a second place finish. Similarly, our Varsity Volleyball Team hosted St. Mike’s in the finals and narrowly lost, earning a second place finish with OFSAA looming later in the month. 

We were honoured to welcome Veterans who are alumni or related to our school community for our annual Remembrance Day Ceremony. The ceremony was a thoughtful assembly featuring dramatic and musical student performances and a speech from Mr. McKinney outlining the importance of honouring those who have served our country.

Principal’s Assembly on November 20

On Monday, Nov. 20, our community will have the opportunity to hear from special speaker Mr. Michael Levitt, President and CEO of the Friends of Simon Wiesenthal Centre, in our Principal’s Assembly in Laidlaw Hall. Led by members of the Jewish Culture Club, the Assembly will address the rise of anti-semitism, locally and globally. We are honoured and humbled to hear from our distinguished guest. Please see a short biography here.

Ms. Levene and Ms. Metalin

Year 8s attend Havergal and Branksome Middle School socials

On Friday, Nov. 3, students in Year 8 were invited to participate in the Middle School social events hosted by Havergal College and Branksome Hall. Students in attendance had a wonderful time meeting new friends —and we look forward to hosting our COSSOT peers on April 5, 2024!

Years 8 and 9 attend special assembly with Connor Chair Liz Kleinrock!

On Nov. 7, students in Years 8 and 9 attended a special assembly with UCC Connor Chair Liz Kleinrock. 

Ms. Kleinrock is a US-based educator, author and consultant who works in the areas of inquiry-based learning and belonging, two areas that align well with UCC’s focus on transformational learning, wellbeing, and pluralism. She spoke to the students about fostering positive engagement and relationships with others, and building a strong community by exercising responsible digital citizenship.

We look forward to continued collaboration with Ms. Kleinrock over the course of the year!

SAVE THE DATE | Year 10 skating and cookie decorating event with Branksome Hall

We are thrilled to announce a festive and fun-filled event for UCC and Branksome Hall Year 10 students —a skating and cookie decorating afternoon, on Thursday, Dec. 14, at the Wilder arena. This event promises to be a delightful blend of physical activity and creative expression, perfect for ushering in the holiday spirit! You can access more information and register here.

Sarah Khalanski
Year 10 Coordinator

Volunteer Service Expo and virtual parent info session

SAVE THE DATE | Uniform purchasing available on campus

DGN-Kilters will be stationed on campus with their mobile sales van, located just outside the William P. Wilder ’40 Arena & Sports Complex on Friday, Nov. 24 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

Upper School families will have the opportunity to purchase First Dress and winter uniforms and facilitate exchanges or returns. 

Recording available for Teen Sleep Speaker

More than 200 people signed up to hear Dr. Cara Ooi’s talk on teen sleep last week. If you missed it, you’re in luck.  The Parents’ Organization recorded the event so you can hear it for the first time or watch it again with your teen. 

Extra resources: 

• 5 Tips to Help Your Teen Sleep Better (accompanies this podcast episode)

• Navigating Bedtime and Electronic Battles (accompanies this podcast episode)

• All PDFs can be downloaded here: UCC Teen Sleep Resources

• All of the other parent resources

• Sleep resources for teens and adults

Grad wear is here! 

A selection of casual apparel celebrating the Graduating Class of 2024 is now available to order on UCC Marketplace. There are a variety of sweatshirts, sweatpants, and t-shirts to choose from. The deadline for orders is Wednesday, Nov. 22. Items will be delivered mid-December. Click here to order now. 

Puffer pick up!

The UCC-crested puffer jackets and vests are ready for pick-up! Parents or students can come to the William P. Wilder ’40 Arena & Sports Complex before or after school on Friday, Nov. 17 or Monday, Nov. 20. Volunteers from the Parents’ Organization will be distributing them from 8–9 a.m. and 3–4 p.m. in the Arena Boardroom (located on the second floor). 

UCC picture frames are now available

UCC picture frames are now available for purchase on UCC Marketplace. There are a variety of options to commemorate your graduates’ final year, including frames for the IB Diploma, a graduating class composite photo or individual portrait frames. Frames don’t have to be for the graduating student as there are also a variety of individual frames perfect for any year-level student photo. Grandparents will thank you! The deadline to order is November 22 with pick-up available early December.