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Appleby College will host online Parent-Teacher Conferences via Zoom on Tuesday, November 17, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. EST, and Friday, November 20, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. EST. We encourage parents to sign up for the meetings as they are an excellent way to learn about your child's progress, where they are doing well, and where there might be opportunities for improvement. Although marks will be reported, the focus of both our fall report cards and Parent-Teacher Conferences is on learning skills, participation, and progress in courses so far. Again this year, Appleby is using a scheduling system called PickaTime for Parent-Teacher Conference sign-up. The system will open on Monday, November 2 at 6:00 a.m. EST and remain available until Thursday, November 12 at 11:59 p.m. EST. To access the scheduler, please log in to BBK12 with your Blackbaud ID. From the Resource Board, click on the Parent-Teacher Conference Sign-up resource tile. You will be automatically directed to the scheduling system, where you can select your appointments. Once your selections are complete, you will receive an email confirmation with a summary of your bookings and Zoom meeting links. Your child’s initial fall report card, which will include teacher feedback on learning skills and course progress, will be available for review on Thursday, November 5. You are encouraged to review your child’s initial report card, particularly the teacher comments, before attending Parent-Teacher Conferences. To ensure that everyone has an opportunity to meet with their child's teachers, Parent-Teacher Conferences will be scheduled in seven-minute slots. If you are unable to attend the online conferences, please don't hesitate to contact your child's teachers by email with any questions after reviewing your child’s report card. Due to Parent-Teacher Conferences, Friday, November 20 will be an asynchronous learning day for all Appleby students. Buses will not be running, and students will complete their work from home (no Zoom sessions). Students are asked to check their Course Plans for asynchronous work instructions from their teachers. We look forward to sharing feedback on your child’s learning skills and progress so far this year in areas of academics, co-curricular involvement, and the advisor program. Sincerely,
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Appleby's Annual Flu Vaccination Clinic
Flu season is here, and a little prevention can go a long way! Appleby's Health Centre will host its annual flu vaccination clinic on Wednesday, November 4 and Thursday, November 5, 2026, for all students, employees, and Appleby families living on campus. The clinic will run from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on both days, and no appointment is necessary. Consent forms can be completed upon arrival. Please wear a short-sleeved shirt and plan to remain at the Health Centre for 10 minutes following your vaccination. Unable to attend? Please email Emma Sheppard, nurse practitioner, to arrange an appointment at the Health Centre.
Roll up your sleeve and help keep our Appleby community healthy this flu season! For more information about influenza, please visit the Halton Region website.
Attendance and Participation Update
Earlier this week, details regarding how attendance and participation will now contribute to students’ final marks in all credited high school courses as part of the Ontario Ministry of Education’s new assessment and evaluation requirements for the 2026–27 school year were shared with students. Under these requirements, attendance and participation will account for 15% of the final mark in grade 9 and 10 courses and 10% in grade 11 and 12 courses. The Ministry has provided schools with flexibility in determining how these percentages are allocated. At Appleby, 3% will be applied to attendance and the remainder to participation. For Middle School students, these requirements apply only to the three credited Middle Two courses: Technology and the Skilled Trades (TAS1O), Grade 9 Mathematics (MTH1W), and Grade 9 French (FSF1D). Over the coming weeks, teachers will provide subject-specific rubrics to students outlining how participation will be assessed. Feedback will also be included in report card comments, with the participation mark applied to the final course mark at the end of the school year, as directed by the Ministry. As to attendance, Appleby will continue to designate absences as it has previously. The process for seeking approval for absences can be found on page 18 of the Code of Conduct.
Advanced Placement at Appleby: Zoom Information Session
Please join Jonathon Peever, director, external programs, for an overview of Appleby's Advanced Placement (AP) program on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at 12:30 p.m. EST. The 45-minute session, which will be recorded, will include a short presentation on courses, exams, and the Capstone Program, with time for questions. Please email jpeever@appleby.on.ca to RSVP and include your child’s name when responding. Call-in details will be sent to those who RSVP.
Making Caring Common - Relationship Mapping at Appleby
Appleby College has partnered with Making Caring Common (MCC) at Harvard Graduate School of Education to implement a Relationship Mapping process again this year. Relationship Mapping will help ensure that all students have a positive and trusting relationship with at least one adult at Appleby. We will be using this research-based approach to improve student belonging and relationships in an effort to support their mental health.
Your child will be asked to take a brief survey during their Advisor meeting on Friday, November 6, 2026, and again at the end of the school year, that will ask them for their name and how many positive and trusting relationships they have with school adults, peers, and friends. This data will be shared with our faculty so that we know exactly who to support throughout the school year to build and strengthen relationships. Click here if you’d like to review the survey questions. We hope you are as excited as we are about this initiative!
Diwali Luncheon on Friday, November 6
Appleby's South Asian Committee, International Council, DEIB Council and the ACPA are excited to host a Diwali Luncheon in the Schlesinger Dining Hall on Friday, November 6, 2026. All members of the Appleby community are invited to join the celebration, featuring a variety of traditional foods, games, dancing and more! Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is celebrated by Hindu, Sikh, Jain and some Buddhist communities. To everyone celebrating, we wish you happiness, prosperity and joy. May your homes be filled with light, love and laughter!
Fall In - a Weekend of Service
This November, the Appleby community will come together for Fall In, a Weekend of Service and community engagement on Saturday, November 7 and Sunday, November 8, 2026. Students will have the opportunity to sign up to participate in a variety of meaningful initiatives both on and off campus. Activities will include supporting Empty Bowls, assembling kits for United Way Golden Horseshoe, preparing food kits and animal toys for the Humane Society of Oakville, Milton & Halton, as well as making sandwiches for community members, helping with campus clean-up and sustainability projects, and supporting other local community initiatives.
With opportunities for students to contribute in different ways, Fall In is designed to make it easy to get involved, work alongside others, and make a positive contribution to our school and broader community. Sign-up details have been shared directly with students, and registration will remain open until all volunteer spots are filled. We look forward to volunteering with you, Appleby!
Thrift A Fit is Back!
Following the success of last year's event, Thrift A Fit, Appleby's student-led sustainable fashion initiative, is returning this fall! Students and faculty are encouraged to donate gently used clothing on Wednesday, November 11, Thursday, November 12, Wednesday, November 18 and Thursday, November 19, 2026. Donated items will be available for students to browse during a school-wide thrifting event in early December, with any remaining clothing donated to SafetyNet, a non-profit organization based in Oakville.
Students will learn more about the initiative during grade band on Monday, November 9, 2026. In the meantime, start looking through your closets for clothing to donate and help give pre-loved items a new home!
2027-2028 Student Global Exchanges Information Night
On Monday, November 23, 2026, from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the A.W.B. Alumni Centre for Athletics and Student Life Boardroom, Appleby's Global Education team will host a 2027–2028 Student Global Exchanges information night. Interested students and families can learn more about student exchange opportunities. Current Middle Two, Upper One and Upper Two families are welcome to attend, and a recording will be available following the event.
Hosted by Simon Beatty, director of global partnerships, the event will include a brief presentation about the Student Exchange program, an opportunity to meet students who have participated in the program and a chance to ask questions of the team. Applications for the 2027–2028 school year will be available online following the event. If you have any questions, please email Simon Beatty at sbeatty@appleby.on.ca.
Allergy Alert - A Message from the Health Centre
For individuals with severe nut allergies, even small amounts of exposure can pose a serious risk. To help maintain a nut-aware environment, students, parents, and employees are asked that all snacks brought from home be nut-free. Please carefully check ingredient labels when preparing snacks to ensure they do not contain peanuts, tree nuts or nut oils. Thank you for your care and cooperation in helping us maintain a safe environment for everyone.
Students Born in 2009 to 2014 and 2016 to 2019 - 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 2009 to 2014, and 2016 to 2019, 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 2026. 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 2027 if their immunization records remain incomplete. International families living outside of Canada who are having difficulty submitting records online can contact Halton Region Public Health directly for assistance at 905-825-6000, or email Emma Young, director, Health Centre.
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.
GO Transit Shuttle Pilot Program
The GO Transit Shuttle Pilot Program provides transportation between Oakville GO Station and campus on school days. Located on the Lakeshore West line, Oakville GO Station offers convenient connections for students travelling from communities west of Oakville, including Hamilton and beyond, as well as from Toronto and communities east of Union Station. For registration and pricing information, please contact Andrew Labow, administrative coordinator, transportation & travel, at alabow@appleby.on.ca. All students, including returning participants, must complete a new waiver for the 2026–2027 school year. Please click here to review the FAQ for additional program information and schedule details.
Orah Student Attendance System
Parents are reminded to report student absences, late arrivals and early departures through Orah, Appleby’s online attendance and scheduling system. Access Orah using the ‘Student Attendance’ button on the Appleby website and log in using your Blackbaud ID login (email address). For assistance, please contact Reception and Office Services at 905-845-4681 ext. 0 or attendance@appleby.on.ca.
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!
2026–2027 Appleby College Calendar
Please click here to view the 2026-2027 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.
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Art Portfolio Universities Fair
The Art Portfolio Universities Fair will take place on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the A.W.B. Alumni Centre for Athletics and Student Life Campus Room. Learn more about post-secondary opportunities directly from admissions representatives. This event is open to all members of the community, and the first hour will be reserved for Appleby students and families before opening to the public at 7:00 p.m. Click here to view the event poster.
November Rain
AC Rocks and The Studio Live House Band are proud to present November Rain, a night of great live music featuring classic and contemporary hits. All are welcome on Friday, November 6, 2026 in the A.W.B. Alumni Centre for Athletics and Student Life single gym at 7:00 p.m.
Senior School Cabaret
On Tuesday, November 10, 2026 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Senior School performing, visual and communications technology students will be participating in the Senior School Cabaret. Please join us in celebrating their many artistic, dramatic and musical talents with performances from Senior One and Senior Two dance, drama and music classes in the A.W.B. Alumni Centre for Athletics and Student Life single gym. A visual and communications technology exhibition and live art demonstrations from Senior One and Senior Two visual and communications technology students will also be taking place in the A.W.B. Alumni Centre for Athletics and Student Life Campus Room (outside the single gym) beginning at 6:30 p.m., prior to the performances at 7:00 p.m. Click here to view the poster. We hope to see you there!
ACLC 2026 Registration is Open!
Students - mark your calendars for Saturday, November 21, 2026, for the 5th annual Appleby College Leadership Conference (ACLC). This year's motto is "Lead to Inspire – Inspire to Lead," and the day will feature panel discussions in five areas: Medicine and Psychology, Sports and Entertainment Management, Technology, Entrepreneurship, and Social Studies and Law. Each panel will bring together multiple speakers who will share their perspectives on what it means to be a leader in their field.
Registration for the 5th annual ACLC is now open! Students can register through the Microsoft form with their Appleby email. Please note that the conference is free for students attending Appleby, but $25 will be charged to their student account if attendance is cancelled after Friday, November 13, 2026. Students not attending Appleby are welcome to register through the ACLC 2026 website.
Stand-Up Comedy Show: Student Showcase
Get ready for three nights of unforgettable comedy! Tickets are now on sale for Appleby's annual Stand-Up Comedy Show at Yuk Yuk's Burlington! The three shows will take place on Tuesday, November 24, Wednesday, November 25 and Thursday, November 26, 2026 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.). Tickets sell out fast every year, so don't wait. Click the links above to purchase yours today!
Students in Appleby's Stand-Up Comedy co-curricular have been working hard on their sets and can’t wait to perform. This year’s show features professional headliner Mike Mitchell, who is the comedy programmer on SiriusXM, the host of The Set-Up, and has performed at comedy festivals and venues across North America, including Just for Laughs Toronto. Appleby's hilarious faculty comics and hosts will be Ronald Hae and Chris Patterson, so come out for an evening of fun, laughter, and community — you won’t want to miss it!
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The College ShopHave you seen the new warm and fuzzy fleece sweaters in the College Shop? If not, you're missing out! These cozy, oatmeal-coloured pullovers are perfect for the chilly weather. The College Shop is open Monday to Friday from 11:20 a.m. to 1:10 p.m. You can also shop online 24/7, with items available for pickup at the school or delivery to your home. Be sure to follow the College Shop Instagram account for all of the latest merchandise offerings. |
Appleby College Parents’ Association Monthly Meeting – Tuesday, November 10, 2026
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 Tuesday, November 10, 2026, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. in the LEC (Barr Commons). If you are unable to join us in-person, please click here to join via Zoom. All are welcome to attend! Thank you to those who attended the October meeting; please click here to view the minutes. For any questions, please contact Jane Manansala Oh, ACPA President.
Help Spread Holiday Cheer with the ACPA
It’s the most wonderful time of the year at Appleby! The ACPA warmly invites all members of the Appleby community to help spread holiday cheer at our annual tree trimming events. On Tuesday, November 17, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., help kick off the season with joy and connection as we decorate trees across campus. On Monday, November 30, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., join the Chapel Guild to bring a touch of holiday magic to the John Bell Chapel. When the holidays come to a close, we will need helping hands to take down décor on Monday, January 11, 2027, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Volunteers can sign up for all events here. Please RSVP by Friday, November 13, 2026.
ACPA Holiday Market – Saturday, November 28
On Saturday, November 28, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., the ACPA Holiday Market will be open to the entire community including family, friends and neighbours (admission is free). Spread the word and start your holiday shopping! Enjoy a delicious selection of sweet and savoury treats, seasonal favourites, and specialty foods and beverages from our food vendors. Celebrate the season with festive music, complimentary holiday-themed workshops, and family ice skating! Please bring your own skates and helmets (no sticks permitted). Reconnect with friends, explore the market, and soak up the holiday spirit. Check out the growing list of vendors here.
Sustainability Lost & Found
The Sustainability Committee would like to remind the Appleby community that the ACPA Lost and Found room is open every day during school hours and is located just down the hall from the College Shop. Items are also frequently posted to the ACPA’s Lost & Found Instagram account @applebylostandfound. Please remember to label all school and clothing items so they can be quickly reunited with their rightful owners.
ACPA Book Club Pick: Venom Lake by Emma White
Calling all thriller lovers! Get ready to dive into Venom Lake with the ACPA Book Club. It's a suspenseful read filled with secrets, surprises, and twists you won’t see coming. Please join us for a thrilling conversation and meet the author, Emma White, on Thursday, January 21, 2027, from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. in the Raymond Massey Reading Room. If you are interested, please RSVP to ninapasricha@gmail.com.
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 Criminal Record Check (CRC) - Vulnerable Sector (VSC) completed (valid for three years from the issue date) with a Declaration of Criminal Record (DCR) form annually. Click here for details on how to apply for a Criminal Record Check - Vulnerable Sector. Please email copies of your completed forms to Gabrielle Duffy, officer, parent relations & events. If you have any questions about volunteering at Appleby, email Anu Dhillon, ACPA executive volunteer coordinator. Thank you in advance for your consideration!
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