2024-2025 Appleby College Calendar 

Please click here to view the 2024-2025 Appleby College school year calendar.

Notices From School Directors
  
Please read the School Directors' notices from Janay Eccles, director of Middle School; Christopher Patterson, director of Upper School; and Michael Moores, director of Senior School.

Appleby College Uniform Expectations

Monday, September 9, 2024 is the start of regular school days. All students are required to be in first dress uniform for our opening assembly, Tie Ceremonies, and introduction to classes. 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 so, or navy blue knee-high socks or plain navy blue opaque tights (no patterns, no sheer nylons) with a kilt. New students receive a tie on the first day of classes and do not need to purchase one prior to the start of school.

Up until the Thanksgiving long weekend students have the option to wear the first dress uniform, or the white or navy blue Appleby crested polo shirt with or without the Appleby ¼ zip crested sweater as a warmer weather uniform. Following the Thanksgiving long weekend, and until the May long weekend, students are required to wear the first dress uniform. Following the May long weekend, students again may choose to wear the warmer weather uniform.

Students should be leaving the house in proper uniform and arriving to school in proper uniform. Hooded 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. 

Physical Education Uniform Policy 

All Appleby students participating in physical education are expected to wear Appleby College crested athletic wear to all active-based physical education classes from Middle One to Senior Two. The physical education department has partnered with the Appleby College Parents' Association (ACPA) to provide students with a wide-range of athletic clothing options. Please visit the online College Shop for all Appleby blue and white athletic attire. Contact Anthony Schembri, department head, health and physical education with any questions. Online orders can be picked up from Appleby's security gate house (you will receive an e-mail once it is ready) or select the shipping option to have an order delivered to your home. Online orders will be processed within 3-5 business days.

College Shop Summer Hours

The College Shop, located in the A.W.B. Alumni Centre for Athletics and Student Life, sells all approved gymwear, team windsuits, school ties, stationery supplies and Appleby logo gift items. During the back-to-school period, it will be open Tuesday, September 3 to Friday, September 6 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. If you are unable to come to the College Shop for your back-to-school shopping, please visit us online. 

New Boarder Orientation Tomorrow!

On Tuesday, September 3, 2024, we are looking forward to welcoming all new boarders for the New Boarder Orientation Program. Check-in will take place at 9:00 a.m. To view additional details, please click here to login to Appleby's education management system - BBK12. Once logged in, under the "Groups" tab at the top of the screen, click "Boarder Orientation", the "New Boarder Orientation Week" tile, then the "Orientation Week Schedule" button to access key dates and information. Please also read the “Boarders” section below for more information. 

Returning Boarder Move-in

All returning Upper Two (Grade 10) and Senior One (Grade 11) boarding students will move in on Thursday, September 5, 2024 between 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. 

Senior Two (Grade 12) Boarder Move-in: Saturday, September 7, 2024 

RETURNING Senior Two (Grade 12) students will move in on Saturday, September 7, 2024. Students are expected to move-in to their boarding room at 9:00 a.m. and will be required to remain in boarding for the full duration of the weekend (this does not include House Council and Prefects who move into boarding on Monday, September 2, 2024).

Middle School Student Orientation (Grades 7 & 8): Thursday, September 5, 2024

All NEW and RETURNING Middle School students are required to attend the Orientation Day on Thursday, September 5, 2024 from 8:45 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Students should come dressed in athletic attire, prepared for the weather, and prepared to participate in active indoor and outdoor activities. As well, they should bring a water bottle that can be refilled throughout the day. If you have any questions over the summer leading up to this exciting day, please do not hesitate to contact the Admissions team at admissions@appleby.on.ca. There will be a single afternoon departure for registered bussing students at 4:10 p.m.

Upper School Student Orientation (Grades 9 & 10): Thursday, September 5, 2024 

All NEW and RETURNING Upper School students will participate in the Orientation Day as per the schedule outlined below. Students are to come dressed in casual, comfortable attire prepared to participate in active and fun indoor/outdoor sessions. All NEW Upper One (Grade 9) and Upper Two (Grade 10) students will be on campus with advisors from 8:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. All RETURNING Upper One and Upper Two students will be on campus from 12:30 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. There will be a single afternoon departure for registered bussing students at 4:10 p.m.

Senior One (Grade 11) Student Orientation: Thursday, September 5, 2024

All NEW and RETURNING Senior One (Grade 11) students are required to attend the Orientation Day on Thursday, September 5, 2024 from 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Students are to come dressed in casual, comfortable attire prepared to participate in active and fun indoor/outdoor sessions. Day students are expected to find their own way to campus for 11:30 a.m. There will be a single afternoon departure for registered bussing students at 4:10 p.m.

New Appleby Parent Orientation Evening - Wednesday, September 4, 2024

On Wednesday, September 4, 2024, all new Appleby parents are invited to attend the New Parent Orientation Evening from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. taking place in the A.W.B. Alumni Centre for Athletics and Student Life. The evening will begin with new parents meeting their Parent Buddies, and you will have the opportunity to mingle with other parents who are new to the Appleby community.  You will also have the chance to meet Appleby’s faculty, administration, and your student’s advisor. Please note, this event is for parents only and does not include students. Click here to register to attend if you haven’t already!

Reminder: Final Math Diagnostic Testing Session for New Students – Wednesday, September 4, 2024

In preparation for the 2024-2025 school year, new long distance boarders will write the math diagnostic test on Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 8:45 a.m. New Middle Two to Senior One day students who are coming from a school outside of Ontario and who have not yet written the diagnostic test should also write the test on Wednesday, September 4, 2024. The diagnostic test is optional for students coming from schools in Ontario.

Students are asked to arrive 15 minutes early. Please bring pencils, an eraser and a calculator. Water bottles are also permitted. Please note that this test helps us understand the curriculum new students have already completed and there is no need to study or stress! Please make your way to the Nicholas Arts Centre front reception where you will be greeted and brought to the appropriate classroom.

Textbooks & Course Materials for the 2024-2025 School Year

Appleby is pleased to be partnering with the University of Toronto (“UofT”) Bookstore to provide textbooks and course materials for the 2024-2025 academic year. Necessary textbooks and course materials for your child's classes can be found at the UofT Bookstore. Books for Fall 2024 are available for purchase online and in-store at the St. George (downtown) campus located at 214 College Street, Toronto (on the second floor). 

To find and purchase your child’s course materials from the UofT Bookstore, follow these steps:

• Step 1. Select the appropriate grade
• Step 2. Select the appropriate book (options include new, used, digital) and specify quantity
• Step 3: Add the book to the cart, view cart and check-out

Online orders can be shipped directly to your home or picked up at any of the other UofT Campus Bookstores including UofT Mississauga (UTM) and UofT Scarbrough (UTSC). For hours and locations please visit www.uoftbookstore.com/locations. The UofT Bookstore team is happy to support the Appleby community in any way they can. If you have any questions, please e-mail them at ApplebyCollege@uoftbookstore.com.

Used Book Donations for Centennial Scholars

Appleby's Centennial Scholars Programme is looking for textbook donations for use by our students. Texts that are required for common courses (unused or gently used Science or French workbooks, Math and Science textbooks, etc.) are needed. Heavily annotated English texts or largely filled-in workbooks cannot be reused. If in doubt about whether a text would be useful or not, please e-mail Clayton Dion, coordinator, Centennial Scholars Programme. Please drop-off any book donations to Appleby's security gate house marked to the attention of Clayton Dion. Thank you for your support!

Outdoor Education Information and Key Dates

Upper One students will be visiting the S. Bruce McLaughlin Northern Campus with the class divided into three groups: Trip 1 – Sunday, September 15 to Friday, September 20, Trip 2 – Sunday, September 22 to Friday, September 27, Trip 3 - Friday, September 27 to Tuesday, October 1. Students will travel with their advisor groups and the schedule will be available in September. 
 
All new Senior One and Senior Two students and all returning students in Senior One that did not attend an Outdoor Education Trip in their Upper Two year will visit the S. Bruce McLaughlin Northern Campus from Tuesday, September 10 to Sunday, September 15. The Senior One Outdoor Leader Trip will run from Wednesday, October 2 to Monday, October 7. 
 
Trip lists including an overview of the personal equipment students will need to bring with them on their respective trip will be provided on BBK12 in the Outdoor Education section in the Fall.

Middle School Compulsory Programs
 
Outdoor Education Program
All Middle School students will be attending a camping excursion to Camp Kandalore in Algonquin Highlands, Ontario. Middle One students will be attending Wednesday, September 18 to Friday, September 20 and Middle Two students will be attending Tuesday, September 17 to Friday, September 20. 
 
Grade Trips
All Middle Two students will be attending an overnight experiential trip to Ottawa, Ontario from Wednesday, April 30 to Friday, May 2, 2025. Middle One students will be attending a series of experiential day trips in the local and surrounding community from Wednesday, April 30 to Friday, May 2, 2025. 

Save the Date - Global Education Information Session 
 
The Global Education department will be holding a general information session on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. This session will cover all areas within the Global Education program at Appleby. We will begin in the A.W.B. Alumni Centre for Athletics and Student Life with an overview of the Global Education program and its objectives. Afterwards, the session will move to various breakout rooms which will each focus on an individual area of the department. The breakout session topics include: The Global Leadership Diploma program and course; Global Experiential Programs in March and May; Round Square Exchanges and Conferences; The Duke of Edinburgh Award and Middle School Experiential Education. This will be an opportunity to learn more about the Global Education department and its individual areas, as well as a chance to ask questions. More information on this event and other Global Education announcements can be found here. 

2024-2025 Global Experiential Programs 
 
Appleby has offered global experiential programming for over 20 years and the 2024-2025 school year will continue this legacy. These programs contribute to student learning by fostering community, providing intercultural education, granting opportunities for personal growth and leadership, as well as chances for building teamwork skills, reflective practices and furthering global understanding. December 2024 applications are now closed, and the 2025 trips are listed below. 
 
March 2025 (applications open in September 2024):

• Bali, Indonesia (Upper One to Senior One) - Environment, Sustainability, and Intercultural Understanding
• Cambodia (Upper Two to Senior Two) - Reconciliation and Community Engagement
• Croatia (Upper Two to Senior Two) - Legacy of Conflict and Mediaeval Culture
• Cuba (Upper One to Senior Two) - Vocal and Instrumental Music and Culture
• Greece (Upper Two to Senior One) - Food Systems, Agriculture and History
• Vietnam (Upper Two to Senior Two) - History and the Environment

April/May 2025 (anticipated - applications open in September 2024):

• Morocco (Upper One to Upper Two) - Culture, Heritage and Identity
• Netherlands, Belgium and France (Upper Two) - History
• Sweden and Finland (Upper One to Senior Two) - Girls' Hockey 
• Iceland (Middle School, April) - Climate 

To learn more, please visit the Global Experiential Programs page on BBK12, or contact globaled@appleby.on.ca. 

How to Keep Up-to-Date

As an Appleby parent, you receive information on school activities and events through ATW. In the Fall, be sure to take a few minutes every Sunday evening to review the newsletter as it contains important school news and updates. 

Current E-mail Addresses

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.

Appleby Parent "Buddies"

All parents who are new to Appleby are assigned an Appleby parent "buddy" (who is a current Appleby parent) after they have completed the registration process. An excellent source of information, buddies keep in touch regarding important school dates and are there to help parents feel welcomed into the community. Parents new to the school were contacted by their new parent buddies in July. If you have any questions please contact Denika Bertoli, manager, events – external affairs & development.

New Family Information Booklet

Appleby's New Family Information Booklet contains a wealth of information regarding the Appleby experience - from important school year dates, to volunteer opportunities, and standards of dress for your students. Please
click here to access it on Appleby's education management system - BBK12.

Appleby College Parents' Association Executive Meeting – Tuesday, September 17, 2024

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 at the first ACPA Executive Meeting of the 2024-2025 school year on Tuesday, September 17, 2024 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. in the LEC (Barr Commons). All are welcome to attend! For any questions, please contact Kathy Vucic, ACPA President. 

It's also not too late to volunteer! The ACPA is looking for parent volunteers for this event. If you are interested, please contact Tamara Seales-Knights, ACPA Volunteer Coordinator. We look forward to seeing you and your family!

Important Information for Returning and New Volunteers
 
Welcome to the start of another exciting school year! We are thrilled to have you and your family as members of the Appleby community. 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 Courtney Podlewski, coordinator, parent relations & events. If you have any questions about volunteering at Appleby, e-mail Tamara Seales-Knights, ACPA volunteer coordinator. Thank you in advance for your consideration! 

New After-Hours Technology Usage Policy for Upper One, Upper Two and Senior One Boarding Students

At Appleby College, we are committed to creating an environment that promotes a healthy balance between technology use and holistic development of our students. Appleby’s Boarding Life team, in conjunction with the Wellbeing Team, and, in keeping with Appleby’s cell phone policy, are implementing a new after-hours technology use policy for our Upper One, Upper Two and Senior One boarding students. In today’s digital age, we recognize the importance of technology and its role in our lives, especially for our children. However, we also understand the necessity of ensuring a good night’s sleep and maintaining healthy bedtime routines, as these are connected to promoting overall physical and cognitive health, especially for adolescents. 

Beginning Tuesday, September 3, 2024, we are implementing the following Technology Usage Policy for our Upper One, Upper Two and Senior One boarding students that includes restricting device access by securing cellphones in locked cabinets beginning just before bedtime. 

Policy Guidelines:

• To encourage uninterrupted rest and sleep, Upper One to Senior One boarding students are required to deposit their phones by 10:00 p.m. (Upper School) or 10:30 p.m. (Senior One). The school has provided secure cabinets in common areas to hold student devices overnight.
• Following the December break, Senior One students will not be required to hand in their device each evening, however the option will still be there for them to securely store their device if they wish.
• Students should have their devices charged and will power off the devices before storing for the night.
• In the morning, before class, students will collect their devices from the common room where the Support Don on duty will be there to open the cabinet and return the devices beginning at 8:00 a.m.

Please note: this policy is NOT meant to be a punitive action for students. It is simply to build healthy sleep habits and a healthy relationship with their technology. Should parents need to get in contact with their child after lights out, please call the boarding house duty phone number (included below) to contact the teacher on duty who will then reach their child. 

-Baillie House: +1 905-510-8836
-Colley House: +1 905-580-2026
-Powell's House: +1 905-580-0931 
-Walker House: +1 905-510-6380

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we implement this new policy. We understand that this will be an adjustment for everyone. Our goal is to create a healthy and supportive environment that allows our children to thrive. We believe it will have a positive impact on your child’s health and wellbeing. 

New Boarder Orientation Tomorrow - Tuesday, September 3, 2024

On Tuesday, September 3, 2024, we are looking forward to welcoming all new boarders for the New Boarder Orientation Program. Check-in will take place at 9:00 a.m. To view additional details, new boarding students may click here to login to Appleby's education management system - BBK12. Once logged in, under the "Groups" tab at the top of the screen, click "Boarder Orientation", the "New Boarder Orientation Week" tile, then the "Orientation Week Schedule" button to access key dates and information.

New Boarder Parent Orientation and Luncheon Tomorrow – Tuesday, September 3, 2024

On Tuesday, September 3, 2024, new Appleby boarder parents attending orientation are invited to attend a parent lunch from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m. at McLean House (Principal’s Residence) and a parent panel session from 1:45 to 2:30 p.m. From 2:35 to 3:35 p.m., Senior School parents are welcomed in the College Shop with students while Upper School parents are invited to participate in an activity. From 3:40 to 4:40 p.m., Upper School parents will visit the College Shop with students and Senior School parents will participate in an activity. The day's activities will end at 5:00 p.m. To view the schedule, please click here to login to Appleby's education management system - BBK12. Once logged in, under the "Groups" tab at the top of the screen, click "Boarder Orientation", the "New Boarder Orientation Week" tile, then the "Orientation Week Schedule" button. To attend the New Boarder Parent Orientation and Luncheon, please complete the RSVP form here. Dress code is casual (outdoors).

Residency Status Form for Non-Canadian Citizens

In preparation for the 2024-2025 school year, parents whose child(ren) are non-Canadian Citizens are reminded to provide the school with up-to-date information on their child's Visa/Permit or Permanent Resident status by completing the Residency Status form in Appleby's education management system - BBK12. To access BBK12 please click here. Once you have clicked on the link you will need to enter your Blackbaud ID (BBID). To complete the form, please click on the yellow banner appearing at the top of the page indicating that you have a form(s) to review. 

Move-in Dates for Boarders

The Boarding Life community looks forward to welcoming students to boarding. Please review the dates below carefully for move-in dates as they vary.

• Senior Two House Council and Prefects: Monday, September 2, 2024, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
• New (to the school) Boarders: Tuesday, September 3, 2024, 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. 
• Returning Upper Two to Senior One Boarders: Thursday, September 5, 2024, 9:00 to 11:00 a.m.
• Senior Two Students: Saturday, September 7, 2024, 9:00 a.m.

Boarding Student Long Weekend Programme

Appleby is excited to continue offering boarding students the option of staying for long weekends throughout the 2024-2025 school year. Appleby's Boarding Life team put together an exciting Long Weekend Programme designed for students who will be staying on campus. During long weekends, there will be a variety of engaging themed activities and excursions for boarders of their choosing, taking place both on and off campus. Some of those activities may include a professional sports game, trips to downtown Toronto, Tree-top Trekking, go-karting, indoor skydiving, clay spinning, Canada’s Wonderland and shopping trips. All meals are included, including some off-campus meals. Some of the outings are optional, while at least one outing each weekend will be an all-boarder outing. Pricing for the long weekend activities is typically $500 but can vary slightly based on the itinerary. Pricing will be shared in advance of the weekend sign-up and charged to the student account. 
 
Details and an opportunity to sign-up will be shared with students in advance of each long weekend throughout the school year. If you would like more information regarding the Boarding Life Long Weekend Programme, please contact Laura Boyd, coordinator, boarding life and orientation, at lboyd@appleby.on.ca.

ACPA "Boarder’s Corner" for New Appleby Boarders 

A warm welcome to our new Appleby boarders! We are excited to meet you and get to know you. There is so much to consider and prepare when moving into a boarding house. While some of the necessities may seem like common sense, it is always useful to make sure you have all the essential items to help organize and create your boarding room spaces – these items will help to make you feel more at home. To help in this process, the Appleby College Parents' Association (ACPA) Sustainability team has created a “Boarder’s Corner” to sell used items from former Appleby boarders for your room such as a study lamp, extension cord, clothing hangers, bedding, mirror, storage boxes, or laundry basket, etc. – these items are all in good condition, and suitable to reuse and recycle to maximize their value. Please visit the Appleby College Shop in the A.W.B. Alumni Centre for Athletics and Student Life and visit the “Boarder’s Corner” section. Shop early to make your new boarding life easier. The sale will take place during the New Boarder Orientation on Tuesday, September 3, 2024 from 12:00 to 5:00 p.m.  

Senior Two Allyship Course

All Senior Two students must complete the online Allyship course over the summer prior to moving into boarding in September. The modules are based in Canvas, are self-paced, and should take no more than three hours to complete. Instructions were e-mailed to students directly.

Update - Refrigerators Provided in Boarding Houses

Appleby's Boarding Life team is happy to provide an update regarding mini-fridges for boarding rooms. All rooms in boarding, in all boarding Houses will be equipped with mini-fridges provided by the school. Students will not be required to supply their own. We apologize for the change, and hope that this adjustment will make move-in and boarding easier for everyone.

Guardian Information for New International Boarders

Every international boarding student (a student whose primary residence is outside of Canada regardless of citizenship) must complete the Guardian registration annually as part of a Federal Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) requirement. Appleby requires that each international boarding student has a Guardian. The Guardian is the legal custodian of the student and as such has the legal authority and the corresponding duty to provide care and wellbeing for the student while in Canada. If you have any questions about the Guardianship Program or if you do not have a Guardian who can commit to the duty of care outlined above, please contact the Admissions Office.