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Registration Opens for New and Returning Students on January 30 |
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I am pleased to announce that registration for the 2025-2026 school year will go live this coming Thursday, January 30, 2025. Starting at 12 noon on Thursday, January 30, 2025, parents of new and returning students will receive an e-mail advising them that registration is open. The e-mail will also include step-by-step instructions on how to start and complete the registration process. In total it should take approximately 25 minutes to complete the process - 15 minutes to complete the online registration form and another 10 minutes to complete the Magnus health care forms, but none of these items need to be completed all at once. The process can be completed in stages as you have the ability to access the items from the checklist on the registration home page in the school’s education management system - BBK12. However, in order to secure your child’s place at Appleby for next year please note that the deadline for submitting the completed online Appleby College 2025-2026 registration form is Tuesday, February 18, 2025. If you know that your child will not be returning to Appleby this coming fall, please let your child's advisor or a member of the admissions team know as soon as possible. We appreciate and recognize how fortunate we are to be a part of such a wonderful community of students, parents, faculty and staff, and we want to thank you for your continued support and trust. If you have any questions regarding the registration process, please contact the Admissions Office at 905-845-4681 ext. 188 or admissions@appleby.on.ca and a member of the team will be more than happy to assist you. Sincerely, |
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United Way Week – Monday, January 27 to Friday, January 31, 2025
Various student councils have been preparing their events for the annual United Way Week which takes place this week - Monday, January 27 to Friday, January 31, 2025! There will be many favourites returning such as Colleyoke, Gratitude Grams and Paint the Prefects, as well as some new additions to the schedule including a slime bar and Willy Wonka chocolate bar sales. This year will also feature a Volunteer Fair where United Way and member agencies will be on campus for students to learn more about the causes and have an opportunity to sign-up to volunteer. The week will close with the annual Dress in Red for United Way on Friday, January 31. Events will take place at different times and places throughout the week, please click here to see a full schedule. All proceeds will be in support of the United Way Halton & Hamilton.
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.
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.
Course Requests Now Open for Returning Students
Students are learning about their course options for next year in their guidance classes. Course requests are open in BBK12 for Middle Two to Senior One students and will close on Wednesday, February 5, 2025. Course offerings are 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.
Winter Community Weekend – Friday, February 7 & Saturday, February 8, 2025
Appleby students are invited to our Winter Community Weekend on Friday, February 7 (4:00 to 9:00 p.m.) and Saturday, February 8, 2025 (boarders - 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. [can sign-out as of 3:00 p.m.], day students - 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.). The theme is "Canada" and an event calendar outlining activity times and locations will be e-mailed this week to students. Students can look forward to attending hockey games on campus, Faculty's Got Talent, AC's Got Talent, outdoor activities, a butter tart bakeoff, karaoke and more!
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.
Student Global Exchanges for 2025-2026 - Applications Now Open!
Students entering Upper One, Upper Two and Senior One in September 2025 who are interested in a reciprocal exchange at one of Appleby's partner schools next year can apply for the annual Student Global Exchange Program through the Global Education department. Consider the rich experiences that come with immersing yourself for 4-6 weeks in another country while attending a partner school. Explore the opportunity to live in boarding or with a host family in another country, practice your language skills, embrace a new culture, and have a life-changing experience during the 2025-2026 school year. To learn more, visit the BBK12 Exchanges and Conferences page. Completed applications are due by 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 18, 2025. If you have any questions, please contact Simon Beatty, director, global partnerships at sbeatty@appleby.on.ca.
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 27, 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 30, Senior Two student Nils Frommeyer will present his chapel speech. A link will be shared in the Sunday, February 9 issue of Appleby This Week. On January 9, Senior Two student and Upper School Prefect Dylan Woolstencroft presented his chapel speech. Please click the button below to view it. |
Festivals and RemembrancesWe would like to acknowledge those members of our community who are celebrating the following festivals and remembrances:
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ACPA Lunar New Year Dumplings CreationThe ACPA is excited to bring 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). 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. Thank you to everyone who has registered (the event is now full). 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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In-Person Teacher Recruitment Open House - Monday, February 10, 2025Please spread the word! Do you know someone who would like to be a teacher at Appleby College? Appleby’s Human Resources Department is hosting an in-person Teacher Recruitment Open House in the A.W.B. Alumni Centre for Athletics and Student Life Mark Samuel ’82 and Kevin Sanford Campus Room on Monday, February 10, 2025. Anyone interested is welcome to drop in between 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. To learn more, please visit www.appleby.on.ca/jointheteam or click the button below. |
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Family Day SkateCurrent Appleby families are invited to join alumni and attend the annual Family Day Skate taking place on Monday, February 17, 2025. Join us in the J.S. Gairdner Arena from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for skating and treats. Additional guests are welcome but must be in the presence of an adult from the Appleby College community (alumni, parent of alumni, current parent, employee or former employee). Helmets are required for all skaters, regardless of ability or age. Please click the button below to register. |
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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 Lindt Chocolate Bark Available for Purchase! |
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The ACPA is selling delicious handmade Blue Dog Lindt Chocolate Bark and can’t wait to share it with you! The bark is made from dark Lindt chocolate with white Lindt chocolate swirls, and topped with Appleby pretzels. The presale begins today (Sunday, January 26, 2025) and limited quantities are available, so reserve yours before it’s gone! Please click the button below to purchase your ½ lb. of premium Lindt chocolate bark for $15. Pick-up will be available outside the College Shop on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Thank you for supporting this ACPA fundraising initiative. |
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The College ShopA new Under Armour gym shirt is available in the College Shop. Approved for physed class, this poly-cotton shirt is available in youth, ladies and men’s sizes. Stop by the College Shop this week to get yours! 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).
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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