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Experiential Education Week

Thank you to those families who were able to attend the Global Education Information Night (held Wednesday, October 1). Families can access presentation materials and program details on the Global Experiential Programs page on BBK12. Applications are now open for all Global Experiential Trips, taking place in March and June. Trip application forms need to be printed and submitted in person to the Global Education office by Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.

We are also excited to draw your attention to Appleby College’s first-ever Experiential Education Week, taking place from Monday, June 15 to Friday, June 19, 2026. This week will focus on Global Experiential Learning, with all students from Middle One through Senior One participating in one of the program offerings outlined below:

Middle One Experiential Days – day trips within our local region
Middle Two Ottawa Trip – a 3-day/2-night visit to the nation's capital
Global Experiential Trips – Belize, Bosnia, Thailand, and the Yukon (open to Upper One, Upper Two, and Senior One students by application)
Immersive Program – participation of all Upper One, Upper Two, and Senior One students not participating in a June Global Experiential Trip

We look forward to the community connections these special experiential programs will nurture, and we remind parents and caregivers that all Appleby students in Middle One through Senior One will be participating.

The Immersive Program is an innovative expansion of the Appleby educational experience, building on student purpose and passion. Last year, a number of students participated in a very successful pilot, and we look forward to rolling out the program to all students in Upper One to Senior One this coming June. No homework, no marks, the Immersive Program is about “learning by doing” as students dive deep into their chosen area of focus. In the coming weeks, students will have the opportunity to learn more about the Immersive Program and play a role in shaping its offerings as we prepare for its launch.

Sincerely,

Rob McGuiness
Assistant Head of School, Global and Experiential Education

Mid-Autumn Festival Lunch - October 6
Canadian Universities Fair - October 7
Appleby Pie Day - October 8
Global Experiential Trip Applications Due - October 9
In the Night Garden Gala Early Bird Ticket Deadline - October 13
Walkathon - October 16
Overview of Appleby's AP Program - October 17
Appleby College Open Houses - October 18 & 25
Middle School Immunization Program - October 27

Only One Week Left - Early Bird Ticket Price ($595) Ends October 13

Over 50% of tickets have been sold! Appleby College's In the Night Garden Gala will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2026 – an extraordinary celebration that will unite our community in support of meaningful change.

Taking place in Appleby's A.W.B. Alumni Centre for Athletics & Student Life, guests will enjoy an evening filled with gourmet cuisine and signature cocktails, live entertainment, and the thrill of live and silent auctions featuring exclusive experiences, luxury items, and dream getaways. Raise a glass with friends, dance the night away, and bid on exceptional items—all in support of three critical Appleby College priorities: Financial Assistance, the Wellbeing Programme, and the development of Cockwell Hall, our newest state-of-the-art building on campus.

Early bird tickets are $595 each (regular $650). Be part of a night that will make a lasting impact. Purchase your tickets today by clicking the button below. The Monday, October 13, 2025 early bird ticket deadline is quickly approaching!

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2025-2026 Global Experiential Program - Applications Open

Applications are open for the 2026 global experiential programming trips and they must be printed and submitted in person to the Global Education office by Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. The trips are listed below. Please note that many countries require passports to be valid for at least six months beyond the return date of travel. To learn more and access the applications, visit the Global Experiential Programs page on BBK12, or contact globaled@appleby.on.ca. Please note that the Middle School Experiential Trip application can be found on the Middle School Experiential Programs page.

March 2026:
-Azores, Portugal (Middle School, with Senior Leader positions) - Environment and Conservation
-Costa Rica (Upper One - Senior Two) - Sustainability and Climate Justice
-France (Upper Two - Senior Two Boys) - Rugby and Culture
-Germany (Upper Two - Senior Two) - German Language, History and Culture
-Ireland (Upper One - Senior Two) - Conflict Resolution, Peace Building and Gaelic Revival
-Martinique (Upper One - Senior Two) - French Colonial Culture in the Caribbean
-Morocco (Upper One - Senior Two) - Math and Culture
-Spain (Upper One - Senior Two) - Tennis and Culture
-Vietnam (Upper Two - Senior Two) - History, Culture and Wellbeing

June 2026:
-Belize (Upper Two - Senior One) - Scientific Research, Climate Action and Conservation
-Bosnia and Croatia (Upper Two - Senior One) - Reconciliation and Peacebuilding
-Yukon, Canada (Upper One - Senior One) - Northern Indigenous Identities, Environment and Climate Change
-Thailand (Upper Two - Senior One) - Social Innovation, History and Culture

Global Education and Immersives Information Night

On Wednesday, October 1, the Global Education department held its Global Education and Immersives Information Night for parents and students. This session covered all areas within the Global Education program at Appleby. If you missed the event, please visit the Global Education group on BBK12 to view the presentations. They include an overview of the Global Education program presented by Rob McGuiness, assistant head of school, global and experiential education, and other breakout session topics including: Global Experiential Trips, Global Leadership Diploma, Global Partnerships, Student Exchanges, The Duke of Edinburgh Award and Middle School Experiential Education. Throughout the year, stay up to date with all program updates and information on the Global Education BBK12 site. You will notice that these pages appear in your Groups drop down menu of your BBK12. Keep an eye on programs that are available to you and reach out to the department if you have any questions at globaled@appleby.on.ca.

Thrive Student Leadership Conference Application

Ridley College in St. Catharines will be hosting the Thrive Student Leaders Conference for Middle One to Senior Two students on Wednesday, November 19, 2025. Thrive is a student-led conference designed to inspire, empower and equip students with the tools to lead confidently and effectively. Faculty member Lori Angelow sent a link to the application along with additional information directly to students on Monday, September 8. There are eight spots available and a fee of $100 to attend. The application closes on Monday, October 6, 2025 at 9:00 p.m.

Mid-Autumn Festival

The Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Moon Festival, is one of the most significant holidays across East and Southeast Asia. It takes place on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month, when the moon is at its fullest and brightest. Traditionally, it’s a time for families to gather, give thanks for the harvest, and celebrate togetherness under the full moon. A key part of the festival is enjoying mooncakes, which symbolize unity and completeness, along with customs such as eating pomelo, sharing fruit platters arranged in circles to mirror the moon, and lighting lanterns. At Appleby, we will be celebrating the Mid-Autumn Festival on Monday, October 6, 2025 during lunch, giving students the chance to enjoy traditional treats, learn about the cultural significance of the holiday, and come together to appreciate the diverse cultures that make up our school.

Appleby Athletics Schedule

Please click here to view the Appleby College calendar which contains the Athletics schedule. You are also encouraged to visit the Appleby HUDL website which includes team rosters, game highlights, statistics, and schedules, along with links to livestreams of games that take place in the A.W.B. Alumni Centre for Athletics and Student Life single and double gyms.

Canadian Universities Fair

Learn more about post-secondary opportunities directly from admissions representatives at the Canadian Universities Fair on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. in the A.W.B. Alumni Centre for Athletics and Student Life Single Gym. Please note that the first hour will be reserved for Appleby students and families before opening to the public at 7:00 p.m. Click the button below to view the list of universities attending.

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Discover Adventure at Camp Kandalore!

Camp Kandalore has created an overnight camp experience like no other for campers ages 6-16. Providing the best of both canoe tripping and camp activities, summer days are filled with friendship, laughter, campfires, activities, and building skills. With flexible 1-, 2-, and 4-week sessions, campers get the perfect blend of over 30 camp activities, special events, and canoe tripping.

For young leaders (ages 16-17), Kandalore offers leadership programs for an unforgettable summer of growth and adventure. Leaders build advanced outdoor and interpersonal skills through in-camp certifications, team-building activities, and expedition-style canoe trips—all designed to foster confidence, resilience, and lifelong friendships. To learn more, visit the Leadership Page here.

Want to learn more about the Kandalore camper experience? Join the virtual information session on Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. by completing the RSVP form. Registration for Summer 2026 opens on Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. EDT. Learn more by visiting the Kandalore website or e-mail camp@kandalore.com.

Outdoor Education Information and Key Dates

All new Senior One and Senior Two students as well as any returning Senior One or Senior Two students that have not completed their required trip departed for the S. Bruce McLaughlin Northern Campus on Saturday, October 4 and will return on Thursday, October 9. The Senior One Outdoor Leaders will complete their trip from Wednesday, October 15 to Monday, October 20. Trip lists including an overview of the personal equipment students will need to bring with them on their respective trip are available on BBK12 in the Outdoor Education section.

Appleby College Uniform Expectations

Following the Thanksgiving long weekend, and until the May long weekend, students are required to wear the first dress uniform. A "first dress" Appleby uniform includes an Appleby school blazer, plain white or solid light blue dress shirt, Appleby tie, grey pants or Appleby kilt, and appropriate socks with pants (no white socks), navy blue knee-high socks or plain navy blue opaque tights (no patterns, no sheer nylons) with a kilt.

Students should be leaving the house in proper uniform and arriving to school in proper uniform. Sweatshirts (even one with an Appleby logo), jeans, and athletic wear are not permitted during the school day unless there is a very special circumstance involving a travelling team or another specific event. For more information on Appleby’s dress code please review the Standards of School Dress and Appearance.

Upper School Leadership Workshop - Friday, October 17

All Upper School students are invited to join the Upper School Leadership Workshop on Friday, October 17, 2025 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. The workshop will offer an opportunity for students to meet the Prefects, learn about their own leadership style, and have fun with their peers through games and activities. Sign-up is required and details will be sent to students directly via e-mail on Monday, October 6, 2025. Registration is open until Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 9:00 p.m. If you have any questions, please contact Lori Angelow, director, student leadership.

Advanced Placement at Appleby: Zoom Information Session

Please join Maggie Hanrahan, director, external programs, for an overview of Appleby's Advanced Placement (AP) program on Friday, October 17, 2025, at 12:15 p.m. The 45-minute recorded session will include a short presentation on courses, exams, and the Capstone Program, with time for questions. Please e-mail mhanrahan@appleby.on.ca to RSVP. Call-in details will be sent to those who register.

Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Awareness Week

The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Awareness Week takes place Monday, October 20 to Friday, October 24, 2025. Throughout the week, Award Canada is offering the following online sessions. Each seminar should be booked separately, and all take place at 12:00 p.m. EDT:

Monday, October 20: Unlocking Potential - Growth Mindset with Paralympian Michelle Stilwell.
Wednesday, October 22: From Canada to the World - Alumni Stories of Leadership and Impact, with a panel of Award Holders, Rochelle Prasad, Esanju Maseka, Sophia Drazevic, Bibi Hakim and Kate Konstantinova.
Thursday, October 23: Mentorship in Action - Strengthening Youth Development with Sydney Piggot, Mentor Canada.
Friday, October 24: Do a Deed Friday - Your Guide to Making a Difference with Volunteer Canada with Lily Viggiano.

The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Program

In September, all new students in Upper and Senior School were enrolled in The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award program. Parents will notice a $50.00 Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Registration fee charged to their student’s account in the coming month. We believe that this Award helps students to develop competencies in four different areas that fit into our overall philosophy of a holistic education and belief in experiential education and leadership development. If your student missed a registration session, they should attend extra help which is available every Wednesday during the lunch hour. More information about the program can be found here.

Students Born in 2008 to 2013 & 2016 to 2018 - Update Student Immunization Records

This school year, Halton Region Public Health is enforcing Ontario’s Immunization of School Pupils Act (ISPA) for students born in 2008 to 2013, and 2016 to 2018, who are missing immunization records with Public Health. Please click here to view a letter to parents.

The ISPA requires that all students attending school be fully immunized against the designated diseases listed below:

Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis, Polio
Measles, Mumps, Rubella
Meningococcal Disease
Varicella (chickenpox) (required for children born in 2010 or later)

Parents/guardians must report all vaccines their children receive to Public Health. Vaccines required for school attendance are free, safe, effective, and align with Ontario’s Publicly Funded Immunization Schedule.

Parents/guardians will be notified by mail if their child’s record is missing information, starting in October 2025. If your child is unable to be immunized for medical reasons, or if you choose not to immunize your child, you must submit a vaccine exemption to Halton Region Public Health. For more details about this process, please visit halton.ca/immunize. Students may be suspended from school in early 2026 if their immunization records remain incomplete.

Middle School Immunization Program

On Monday, October 27, 2025 Halton Region Public Health nurses will be visiting Appleby College to offer vaccines to eligible Middle One (grade 7) students who have a consent form signed by a parent or legal guardian. Additional doses will be provided to Middle Two (grade 8) students who have not yet completed their vaccine series. Please click here to view the communication sent to parents on Monday, September 22. Completed school vaccination consent forms must be e-mailed to Samantha Jacklin, Health Centre support nurse at sjacklin@appleby.on.ca, or dropped off to the Health Centre as soon as possible for your child to be eligible to receive their vaccines. Only students with a signed consent form will be immunized on the day of the clinic.

Looking to Apply to Formal Leadership Roles for 2026-2027?

Senior One students looking to apply to formal leadership roles next year should complete their Duke of Edinburgh Bronze level by Sunday, March 1, 2026 and have their completed 20 hours of service for the year logged and approved in X2Vol by Thursday, April 30, 2026. If you have any questions, please contact Lori Angelow, director, student leadership or Claire Kelly, assistant head of school, student life.

Brock Research Team Seeking Youth for Solitude and Wellbeing Study

A Brock University research team, the Theory of Mind in Education Lab, is looking for parents of youths (ages 11-18) to participate in a study on kindness and wellbeing. A 60-90 minute online session will be completed through an interactive, online meeting scheduled at your family's convenience and the study involves watching short video clips and completing questionnaires. Compensation is provided. Visit the ToME Lab webpage, click here, or e-mail tomelab@brocku.ca to learn more.

Appleby's Schlesinger Dining Hall Menu

Each week, the Sodexo team at Appleby prepares a range of menu options for students and employees at the school. Please click here for this week's menu. Students are encouraged to share their feedback, suggestions, and/or comments about the food, menus, their lunch experience, etc. Please send an e-mail to menufeedback@appleby.on.ca and let us know what you think!

2025–2026 Appleby College Calendar

Please click here to view the 2025-2026 Appleby College school year calendar.

Current E-mail Addresses

Appleby This Week (ATW) is sent to all e-mail addresses the school has on file. If your contact information changes, or if you prefer to have ATW sent to a particular address, please e-mail Bioupdates.

Chapel News

On September 25, Senior Two student and Community & Wellbeing Prefect Charlie Masse presented his chapel speech. To view it, please click the button below.

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Festivals and Remembrances

We would like to acknowledge those members of our community who will commemorate the following festivals and remembrances:

Monday, October 6 – Mid-Autumn (Moon Cake) Festival
Monday, October 6 – Beginning of Sukkot

Homecoming

On October 4, Homecoming Day took place and attendees enjoyed events and activities for the whole family including a pancake breakfast, student athletic games, Kidzone rides and activities, outdoor games, open mic, a BBQ lunch, and so much more! Thank you to everyone that supported this wonderful community event! Click the button below to view additional photos.

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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Appleby marked the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30. Students and employees participated in Orange Shirt Day, an Orange Heart Garden was installed at the main entrance to campus, and the Walker House Bears hosted an evening memorial honouring students and families impacted by residential schools. On September 29 the ceremonial opening of the Medicine Wheel Garden took place in the Friendship Garden with Indigenous elder Gail Whitlow, who shared teachings about the Medicine Wheel, led a ceremony, and offered tea made from plants grown in the garden.

Dyanne Jiang Continues Her Environmental Advocacy

We are proud to celebrate the accomplishments of Senior Two student Dyanne Jiang, whose leadership in environmental advocacy continues to inspire our community. This fall, she was published in Canada's National Observer on the issue of food waste among Ontario students. She was also named one of Canada’s “Top 25 Under 25 Environmentalists” by Starfish Canada, and has been welcomed into the national speakers’ bureau. In recognition of her dedication to service, she received the Ontario Volunteer Service Award for her commitment to community engagement. Looking ahead, Dyanne has been invited by the Rare Charitable Research Reserve to deliver a special presentation on climate anxiety on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at the University of Waterloo.

Walker House Bear Bulletin

The September issue of Walker House’s Bear Bulletin is now available! Click the button below to view it.

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2025 Round Square International Conference

The annual Round Square International Conference was held in Dubai, U.A.E. from September 12 to 26. The following students attended as delegates: Cecilia Arandas, Nabeeha Khan, Arjun Kulkarni, Scott MacKenzie, Shia Park-Yoo and Ellen Wang. The students were joined by faculty leads Simon Beatty and Connie Serra, and Innes van Nostrand, Principal. The theme for the conference was Beyond the Dunes - students visited the Grand Mosque in Muscat, hiked the Grand Canyon near Jebel Shams, camped under the stars in the Al Hajar Mountains, and explored the sea-life in the Arabian Sea. They also engaged with students from schools and countries around the world, explored new cultures and ideas, and deepened their global understanding. To learn more, visit the Global Student Exchanges & Conferences page on BBK12, or contact Simon Beatty, director, global partnerships.

Appleby Pie Order Deadline - October 7 at 10:00 a.m.

On Wednesday, October 8, 2025 the ACPA will be hosting Appleby Pie Day. The old gym will be transformed into a pie making workshop as new and returning parents peel, cut, make crumble, and assemble. Pies will be ready to bake, and they freeze well, too! Pies are $20 each (price includes HST) and will be available for pick-up from 3:15 to 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 8, 2025 outside the College Shop.

The order deadline has been extended to Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. - get your pies now before they're gone!

Parent volunteers are needed for setup on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 and Wednesday, October 8, 2025 in the morning, afternoon, or all day. To volunteer, please sign up here or contact ACPA Representatives Leena Grotra or Rishika Singhal.

Appleby College Walkathon - Volunteers Needed!

Since its inception in 1969, Walkathon has been an Appleby tradition that reflects our mission to educate and enable our students to become leaders of character, major contributors to, and valued representatives of their local, national and international communities. Originally, Appleby students walked 32.2 km through Oakville, raising $2,800 for Oxfam (Oxford Famine Relief). While the route has changed over the years, the purpose - to benefit - remains the same. This year, on Thursday, October 16, 2025, students will walk approximately 18 km through Oakville to raise funds for United Way Halton & Hamilton, Terry Fox Foundation, Home Suite Hope and Halton Multicultural Council.

All students are now registered for the Walkathon. If you would like to make a pledge to support a participant, please visit the Walkathon page, click "Sponsor Now", search for their name, and follow the prompts.

Calling All Volunteers
Appleby's largest volunteer event is taking place on Thursday, October 16, 2025 and we need over 300 volunteers! This wonderful school event runs much of the day and requires everyone’s commitment to make it a success - from students, to faculty and staff, and especially volunteers. Current parents, parents of alumni, alumni and grandparents are encouraged to sign-up and help. To select a Walkathon volunteer location and time, please sign up using this link.

Visit the Walkathon Information site on BBK12 to learn more about the volunteer roles that are available, and details about the day. If you have questions about volunteering, please e-mail Leah Macey, Walkathon committee parent volunteer coordinator at applebywalkathon2025@gmail.com.

Walkathon Bus Departures
After the Walkathon on Thursday, October 16, 2025, there will be one early bus departure at 2:30 p.m. If you have any questions, please contact Andrew Labow, transportation coordinator at bus@appleby.on.ca.

Appleby's Fall Open Houses

Appleby Open Houses will be held on Saturday, October 18, 2025 and Saturday, October 25, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Prospective students and their families are invited to explore all that Appleby has to offer. Student ambassadors as well as representatives of our faculty, parents and admissions team, will be available to answer questions and provide tours of the campus. For further information on our upcoming Open Houses please click here or e-mail admissions@appleby.on.ca.

The College Shop

The College Shop is stocked with spirit gear for every weather option at this year’s Walkathon. Students, staff, parents and even pets will find something to wear Monday through Friday from 11:20 a.m. to 1:10 p.m. in the A.W.B. Alumni Centre for Athletics and Student Life. You can also shop online at www.applebycollegeshop.ca and be sure to follow along on Instagram @appleby_college_shop for the latest College Shop drops!

Appleby College Parents' Association Monthly Meeting – Monday, October 6

The Appleby College Parents’ Association (ACPA) was established in 1928 and all Appleby parents are members of the association. The ACPA hosts many events throughout the year that allow opportunities to volunteer, connect with other families, and help fundraise for the school. The ACPA is an integral part of the Appleby community, and we would love for you to join us on Monday, October 6, 2025 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. in the LEC (Barr Commons). If you are unable to attend in person, you can join via Zoom by clicking here. All are welcome to attend! Thank you to those who attended the September meeting, please click here to view the minutes. For any questions, please contact Jane Sahota, ACPA President.

Join us for the Parent/Guardian Trip to Camp Kandalore!

On Monday, October 20, 2025, parents/guardians will take a coach bus from Appleby to Camp Kandalore and immerse themselves in a true camp experience! The bus will depart Appleby at 7:30 a.m. and return at approximately 10:30 p.m. The fee to participate is $50 per person and includes transportation, a continental breakfast, snacks, lunch, and dinner. Parents will have the opportunity to participate in fun camp activities such as high ropes, low ropes, team swing, archery, indoor rock climbing, a guided hike, and an arts session. These activities will be on a rotation with three different sessions to participate in. Registration is open and spots are limited, click the button below to process your registration and payment. If you have any questions, please contact Gabrielle Duffy, coordinator, parent relations & events.

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ACPA Trail Hike at 16 Mile Creek

Join Kathleen Kirkpatrick, director, parent relations, and members of the ACPA for a local trail hike to 16 Mile Creek, Lions Valley, in Oakville on Saturday, October 25, 2025. The fall walk will be approximately 8.5 km and followed by lunch (10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.). It will be a great time to meet, catch-up and form new connections. The group will also be able to explore the history of the lands in the Oakville area from an Indigenous perspective through the 16 Mile Moccasin Trail information posts located along the hiking paths. Please click the button below to register. Attendance is limited to a maximum of 20 people. The deadline to RSVP is Wednesday, October 22, 2025.

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Boarder Break by ACPA — Frights & Delights!

Please mark your calendars for this year's Boarder Breaks. The three events take place on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, Wednesday, February 11, 2026 and Wednesday, May 6, 2026 - all from 8:30 to 10:00 p.m. in the Schlesinger Dining Hall. These events will feature special cuisine and entertainment designed to provide boarding students with a relaxing and enjoyable break. Parental involvement is essential. If you would like your child to enjoy the taste of home while away, please consider bringing a signature dish. Additionally, if you would like to join in the fun, you can sign up as a volunteer to help organize the activities. We welcome your ideas and support! Please click the button below to register now and join us for our first "Frights & Delights" themed boarder break on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. We look forward to seeing you!

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Read the Book and Meet the Author!

Cozy up this Thanksgiving weekend with The Retirement Plan by Sue Hincenbergs, our book choice for our first of four ACPA book clubs. This darkly comedic debut follows three middle-aged friends who, in a desperate bid to claim their husbands’ life insurance, resort to murder - completely unaware that their husbands are plotting something even more sinister.

Join us for an exciting discussion on Tuesday, October 28, 2025 from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. in the Samuel Academic Resource Centre (library), over coffee/tea, and treats. You’ll also have the opportunity to meet the author! This event is open to the entire Appleby community—parents, alumni, faculty, and staff are all welcome. To RSVP, please e-mail Kathy Vucic, ACPA past president, at kathy@parass.com. We hope to see you there!

Tree Trimming - Help Us Decorate for the Holidays!

Our annual Tree Trimming is just around the corner, and we’d love your help in making it festive and fun for everyone! If you're tidying during fall cleanup or have gently used plastic holiday decorations or ornaments of any size that you're no longer using, consider donating them. Kindly drop off donations to Nicholas Arts Centre front reception during regular hours, Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:50 p.m. We are accepting donations now through Monday, November 3, 2025. Let’s celebrate the season with creativity, sustainability, and the spirit of giving.

WhatsApp Group Chats for Parents

If you are interested in joining a group chat with other parent/guardians from your child's year, please click here for the QR codes to join your group. In these groups you will have the opportunity to keep up to date on ACPA events and information important to your child’s grade, such as Spirit Days, Camp Kandalore, etc. The ACPA Grade Representatives will share all pertinent information, and if you have any questions, feel free to reach out to them. Please note, these are parent-driven group chats and are not managed by the school.

-Middle One Grade Representative, Michelle Xue
-Middle Two Grade Representative, Cindy Xiong
-Upper One Grade Representative, Bal Chahal
-Upper Two Grade Representative, Helene Grubisa
-Senior One Grade Representative, Susan Xie
-Senior Two Grade Representative, Vera Zhao

Sustainability Shop - Request for Gently Used School Wear

Have your children outgrown their school uniform? It's time to go through your closets and donate any gently used Appleby approved school wear. The Sustainability Shop (formerly the Turnover Shop) is accepting all uniform and approved gym and spirit wear. Please drop-off donations at Nicholas Arts Centre front reception or during regular College Shop hours, Monday to Friday from 11:20 a.m. to 1:10 p.m. We welcome donations throughout the school year.

Still in need of uniform items? Drop by the Sustainability Shop to check out the selection of very reasonably priced clothing. The Sustainability Shop is located in the A.W.B. Alumni Centre for Athletics and Student Life, next to the College Shop, and sells a range of gently used, clean, Appleby-approved school wear at extremely discounted prices. A selection of blazers, kilts, ties, dress shirts and approved gym and spirit wear are available.

ACPA Book Return & Sale

Thank you for your continued support in purchasing or donating books! The ACPA Book Exchange is a great way to buy school books at reasonable prices. If you have any questions about book sales, returns, or donations, please contact ACPA representatives Zoe Wang or Agnes Lim.

If you have books to donate, please place them in a bag marked “Donation to ACPA” and drop them off at the College Shop or at Nicholas Arts Centre front reception, or contact one of the representatives directly. We sell books throughout the school year, so please feel free to reach out anytime!

Lost and Found

The Lost and Found is located near the College Shop and is open from Monday to Friday, 11:20 a.m. to 1:10 p.m. E-mail lostandfound@appleby.on.ca to ask about items you may have left behind. Please consider labelling all your items as this increases the likelihood of lost items being reunited with their rightful owners. Please also follow Lost and Found on Instagram @applebylostandfound to view our inventory of unclaimed items.

Important Information for Returning and New Volunteers

A great way for parents, guardians, and grandparents to get more involved in school life is to volunteer. We have a variety of roles – from one-off activities to ongoing commitments, you are sure to find something that will suit your interests and availability! Sign up to volunteer, it’s easy! Click here to review volunteer opportunities and time commitments required then fill out the volunteer application at the bottom of the webpage.

Appleby requires all school employees, faculty members and volunteers to have a (CRC) Criminal Record Check - Vulnerable Sector (VSC) completed (valid for three years from the issue date) with a Declaration of Criminal Record (DCR) form annually. Visit here for details on how to apply for a Criminal Record Check - Vulnerable Sector. Please email copies of your completed forms to Gabrielle Duffy, coordinator, events & parent relations. If you have any questions about volunteering at Appleby, e-mail Weifang Dong, ACPA executive volunteer coordinator. Thank you in advance for your consideration!