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Preparing for the 2025-2026 School Year |
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This past week the energy and excitement on campus was palpable! From our Blue Dogs in action in the gyms, arena and pool, to rehearsals for this year’s all-school play Jesus Christ Superstar, to an extraordinary DEIB Day, to learning about all the great things planned for next week’s United Way Week student campaign and next month’s Winter Community Weekend. It’s been an incredible start to the New Year! While we look forward to an exciting remainder of the year, the school is also starting to prepare for the year ahead with registration for the 2025-2026 school year for all returning and new students opening on Thursday, January 30, 2025. Starting at 12 noon on January 30, 2025, parents and guardians will receive an e-mail with step-by-step instructions on how to complete the registration form and process. Please note that registration will be open for a two-week period closing on Tuesday, February 18, 2025. The registration form also includes a breakdown of the tuition fee schedule for the 2025-2026 school year. We appreciate that the cost of an Appleby education is a significant commitment for our families. As a not-for-profit charity, we are committed to keeping tuition fees aligned with our ongoing efforts to manage operating and capital expenditures while continuing to provide our students with an exceptional educational experience - from the introduction of Cockwell Hall to enhancements made to the school’s Wellbeing and Financial Assistance programmes. In addition to Appleby’s ongoing philanthropic efforts, as set out in Beacon Appleby, we continue to explore ways in which we can reduce our reliance on tuition fees both in terms of revenue enhancements and cost reductions. We continue to diversify our revenue base and are exploring further opportunities in this area. Thank you for your ongoing support and commitment to Appleby College. Sincerely, Innes van Nostrand |
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January Interim Grades Available
The second set of interim grades are available for review on Appleby College's education management system (BBK12). Please click here to view the communication (including instructions on how to access) that was sent to parents on Friday, January 17, 2025.
Construction at South End of Outer Ring Road
When visiting campus please look out for and adhere to all construction and traffic signage displayed as work continues this week within the construction fencing located in front of Walker House and Baillie House. Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we complete this essential work for the construction of Cockwell Hall.
2025-2026 Appleby College Calendar
Please click here to view the 2025-2026 Appleby College school year calendar.
Bell Canada’s Let’s Talk Day - Wednesday, January 22
Bell Let's Talk Day kicks off its 15th year of action and change on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. Canadians are encouraged to donate $5 by text with 100% of the proceeds going to six youth mental health providers: Integrated Youth Services, Jack.org, Kids Help Phone, National Association of Friendship Centres, Strongest Families Institute and Youth In Mind Foundation. Bell will match all $5 donations up to a total of $1 million.
To support this initiative Appleby’s Community Wellbeing Council will be sharing resources with students and employees via e-mail and Instagram on Bell Let’s Talk Day. They have also planned ‘Let’s Talk’ activities during Blue Time. Bell has compiled a list of mental health resources and organizations that offer various services. For more details, click here.
Course Requests Open Friday, January 24, 2025 for Returning Students
Students are learning about their course options for next year in their guidance classes. Course requests will officially open in BBK12 for Middle Two to Senior One students on Friday, January 24, 2025 and will close on Wednesday, February 5, 2025. Course offerings are now visible in BBK12 for both parents and students and descriptions can be found on our website. There will be an opportunity to request a course change in the early spring. Information on course selection for NEW students will be shared with our new students and families directly in March.
AP Capstone Diploma Information Session for Upper Two Families
An information session for Upper Two students and parents will be held on Tuesday, January 28, 2025 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. in Willis Hall. Current Upper Two students with an average of 90 percent or higher who are interested in completing multiple AP courses/exams are strongly encouraged to consider applying. Upper One families are also invited, should they wish to consider this as a possible avenue in Senior School. For more information, please contact Maggie Hanrahan, coordinator, external academic programs.
Senior One Debating Competition - Judges Needed
The Senior One Debating Competition will take place on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. The top Senior One debaters from each class will compete in two rounds and parent judges are needed for this entertaining event. No judging experience is necessary, and faculty members will be present to assist. Coffee and treats will be provided. This is a wonderful opportunity to see some great debaters and mix and mingle with fellow parents. If you are available to help, please e-mail your interest to faculty member Chris Patterson.
Upper School & Senior One Parent/Guardian Post-Secondary Information Evening – Save the Date!
Please join Appleby's Guidance department for the Upper School and Senior One Parent/Guardian Post-Secondary Information Evening on Wednesday February 12, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. in the A.W.B. Alumni Centre for Athletics and Student Life. We will provide a general overview of the post-secondary education systems and application processes in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and direct entry medicine in the UK and Ireland. Attendees will learn about the timeline and supports offered by Appleby’s guidance department as students prepare and ultimately apply for post-secondary education.
Join Appleby’s Blood Donation Team
Appleby has partnered with Canadian Blood Services, and you are invited to help save lives by joining the school's blood donation team. Every donation - whether blood, plasma, or platelets - makes a vital difference. Click here to join Appleby’s team. Once you’ve joined, all your donations will count toward our team’s goal of 40 donations this year. Let’s make an impact, every donation brings us closer to our goal! Thank you for your generosity and support.
Appleby Athletics Schedule and the HUDL Website
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Please click here to view the Appleby College calendar which contains the Athletics schedule for the week of January 20, 2025. 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. |
Apply Today!
Appleby College Camps & Academies is currently accepting applications for March Break and Summer Camps, Summer Enrichment and Summer Credit courses, as well as all International Summer Boarding programs. Please click here to apply for Camp, Enrichment and Summer Boarding programs, and please click here to apply for Summer Credit courses.
Experience Camp Kandalore
Discover adventure at Camp Kandalore! Kandalore offers a unique combination of canoe tripping and in-camp activities to campers ages 6-16. Want to learn more about the Kandalore camper experience? Join us for a virtual information session by completing the following RSVP form, or by visiting the Kandalore website.
Want to experience Kandalore as a family? Kandalore offers Winter and Summer Family Camps. This winter enjoy cozy private accommodations for 3 or 5 days of winter fun. From daily skiing at Sir Sam's Skill Hill, to winter activities at Camp Kandalore like high ropes, cross-country skiing, time in the sauna, night hikes, rappelling and broomball, you are sure to make unforgettable memories as a family. Learn more by visiting the Family Camp page. Registration is now open for all programs.
DIVE DEEPER
Appleby's Schlesinger Dining Hall Menu
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!
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.
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Chapel NewsOn Thursday, January 23, Senior Two student Lynnoo Kim will present her chapel speech. A link will be shared in the Sunday, February 2 issue of Appleby This Week. |
Festivals and RemembrancesWe would like to acknowledge those members of our community who celebrated World Religion Day on Saturday, January 18. |
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Upper School Cabaret - Tuesday, January 21On Tuesday, January 21, 2025, the talents of Upper One and Upper Two students will be showcased in the Upper School Cabaret. The evening will include a Visual and Media Arts display in the A.W.B. Alumni Centre for Athletics and Student Life Mark Samuel ’82 and Kevin Sanford Campus Room and performances in drama, dance, and music, in the single gym. Friends and family are invited to attend on January 21 at 7:00 p.m. Click the button below to view the event poster. |
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ACPA Lunar New Year Dumplings CreationThe ACPA is bringing a touch of East and Southeast Asian tradition to the Appleby community with the ACPA Lunar New Year Dumplings Creation event on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the Schlesinger Dining Hall (the first day of Year of the Snake). All adults in the Appleby community are welcome! In the Chinese culture, dumplings play an indispensable role in celebrating the Lunar New Year. It's a cherished tradition where families gather around the table on New Year's Eve to make dumplings together. Please note that dietary accommodations cannot be guaranteed due to food ingredients. Spots to participate in this complimentary event are limited, please click the button below to register by Friday, January 24, 2025! Attendees are encouraged to wear red for this event. If you have any questions, please contact ACPA Executive member Vera Zhao. |
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Alumni Winter Sports NightParents are invited to join members of the Appleby alumni community for a night of camaraderie and friendly competition on Tuesday, February 18, 2025 for Alumni Winter Sports Night. Guests of all skill levels are welcome and encouraged to register for hockey, squash, basketball, futsal, or pickleball (currently full, but complete the registration to join the waiting list). Following each sport, guests will gather to enjoy refreshments at a reception in the Mark Samuel ’82 and Kevin Sanford Campus Room. Please click the button below to register. |
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Appleby Presents Jesus Christ SuperstarAppleby's All-School Play, Jesus Christ Superstar, will take place at the Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts on Wednesday, February 26 and Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. An iconic rock opera by composer Andrew Lloyd Webber, Jesus Christ Superstar follows the story of Jesus as told in the New Testament. Tickets are $35 each and available through the Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts online box office. To purchase tickets, please click the button below. |
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Blue Dog Chocolate Bark |
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The ACPA will be offering delicious handmade Blue Dog Chocolate Bark and can’t wait to share it with you! The presale begins next week and there will be limited quantities, so reserve yours before it’s gone! Details on how to purchase Blue Dog Chocolate Bark will be included in the Sunday, January 26, 2025 issue of ATW and it will be available for pick-up on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, just in time for Valentine’s Day. Thank you for supporting this ACPA fundraising initiative. |
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The College ShopThe College Shop has everything you need to stay warm this season. House toques, Appleby scarves and mittens are just some of the cozy clothes available for sale. The College Shop is open Monday through Friday from 11:20 a.m. to 1:10 p.m. Be sure to follow along on Instagram @appleby_college_shop for the latest College Shop drops! |
Please Join the ACPA for the Annual Open House Informational Breakfast
On Thursday, February 6, 2025 from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m., all Appleby parents are invited to attend the ACPA Open House Informational Breakfast at McLean House (Principal’s Residence). The Appleby College Parents' Association (ACPA) enjoys a long-standing relationship with Appleby. The ACPA mandate is to support the administration, faculty, students, and parents/guardians of current students and alumni.
The ACPA Executive provides leadership to Appleby parent volunteers and each year new parents become part of the Appleby volunteer family. Whatever your talents or interests might be, there is a volunteer opportunity you will enjoy! If you're interested in learning more about the ACPA and how you can get involved, this breakfast is a super way to meet other parent volunteers and the current ACPA Executive. Everyone is welcome! To RSVP, please contact Kathy Vucic, ACPA President at kathy@parass.com. For more information about the ACPA, please refer to the Parents' Association section of the Appleby website.
Valentine’s Day Boarder Break!
Join us on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 for a special February Boarder Break. From 9:00 to 10:00 p.m., Appleby will host a Valentine’s Day event for boarders in the Schlesinger Dining Hall hosted by the ACPA Community Campus Life Representatives.
How You Can Help
We’d love your help to sweeten the night with delicious homemade or store-bought treats, as well as cash donations if that’s easier. Whether it’s main dish, side dish, or dessert, your support will make this event truly magical! Click here to let the ACPA know what you will be donating, and here for drop-off details.
Join the Fun as a Volunteer
We need your help! Join us at 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 to help serve food and share Valentine's spirit with our boarders. Click here to sign up. Volunteers are encouraged to wear red, pink and Valentine's themed clothing (all parents are welcome to volunteer, a valid Criminal Record Check must be on file).
Blue Dog Spirit
The ACPA, via the Spirit Committee, is working closely with Appleby's Athletics Department to increase parent engagement for Blue Dog sports teams. A Spirit Parent Captain is needed to help facilitate communication to parents and to encourage attendance at home and away games, as well as coordinate volunteers to provide snacks for athletes and coaches. You can also share this role! The impact was amazing during the fall term and we look to continue to build momentum. This is an easy, fun and rewarding opportunity for local and/or away parents to help inspire athletes and the school. Coaches will send emails requesting volunteers when team rosters are complete (mid-November), but please e-mail ACPA Executive member Jennifer Latimer for more information. Go Blue Dogs!
ACPA Book Return and Sale
Donating and purchasing books through the school is a great way to support the ACPA. If you have books to donate, please put them in the box labelled "Book Donations" outside the College Shop. We sell books throughout the school year so donations are always welcome. If you are looking for a book, please check book availability here. The ACPA book exchange is a great way to buy school books at reasonable prices! If you have any questions about the book sales, returns and donations, please contact ACPA book return representatives Bal Chahal, Yan Peng and Emma Zhang.
Sustainability Shop - Request for Gently Used School Wear
Have your kids outgrown their school uniform items? 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 our 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.
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