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2025-2026 Registration and Course Selection |
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We hope you are enjoying a relaxing and fun Family Day long weekend! This weekend (plus the bonus Snow Day!) was definitely a much anticipated and well-deserved break for students, faculty and staff after what has been an incredibly exciting and active month and a half both on main campus and at the S. Bruce McLaughlin Northern Campus in Temagami. We look to build on that excitement in the coming weeks as co-curriculars for this term begin to wind-down and teams prepare for what we hope will be deep play-off runs on the courts, the ice and in the pool. We are also looking forward to this year’s All-School play Jesus Christ Superstar. A signature event on the Appleby calendar, performances 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. Limited tickets are still available for both dates and can be purchased through the Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts Box Office. Be sure to get your tickets now before the shows are sold out. Just a reminder for those who have not completed registration that Tuesday, February 18, 2025 is the deadline for student registration for the 2025-2026 school year. Please see the story immediately below this message for instructions on how you can complete registration. Thank you to all of our new and returning students and families who have completed registration already. We are extremely fortunate to have an incredible school community. A community that is warm, welcoming and extremely supportive of one another. We also appreciate that an Appleby College education requires a significant commitment from both our students and their families, so we are grateful that you have chosen to register for next year. And while it may still seem a long way away, we are already actively planning for next school year. Over the next several months the school will be reaching out to our students and families to provide additional information on the upcoming school year. As mentioned in Appleby This Week earlier this month, returning students have worked through the course request process with Appleby’s guidance and university counsellors. For new Appleby students joining us in September, information regarding courses for the 2025-2026 school year will be communicated later this month. Families new to Appleby will also receive an invitation via e-mail in the coming weeks to our New Family Information Evening which is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. For additional information on Appleby's 2025-2026 academic courses, please review Appleby's Course Calendar. Have a great week! Sincerely, Fraser Grant '87 |
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Registration Reminder - Online Forms Due Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Thank you to everyone who has already completed and submitted Registration for the 2025-2026 school year! If you have not already done so, please note that the deadline is just two days away on Tuesday, February 18, 2025. Details on how to complete the online Appleby College 2025-2026 registration form were e-mailed to parents of returning and new students on Thursday, January 30. If you did not receive your online registration details, please contact the Admissions Office at 905-845-4681 ext. 188 or admissions@appleby.on.ca. If you have any questions regarding the registration process, please contact the Admissions Office and a member of the team will be more than happy to assist you.
Senior One Boarding Opportunity
Upper Two Day students who have attended Appleby as a Day student since Middle One, Middle Two or Upper One have the opportunity to apply to move into boarding starting in their Senior One year at the Boarder Type C fee. Please click here to learn more. Parents who are interested are encouraged to contact Sophie Grossman, executive director, admissions, at sgrossman@appleby.on.ca.
2025-2026 Student Global Exchanges - Applications Due Tuesday, February 18!
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. 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.
Spring Co-Curriculars
The spring co-curricular term (RP3) runs from Tuesday, March 25 to Thursday, May 22, 2025. Upper One, Upper Two and Senior Two students who wish to request a formal exemption from RP3 co-curriculars must apply by Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. Please click here to complete the form. All exemptions will be reviewed and communicated by Dr. Claire Kelly, assistant head of school, student life prior to the start of the term.
Upper One Course Information Workshop for New Families
A course information workshop for incoming Upper One students and parents new to Appleby will be held via Zoom with members of Appleby’s Guidance department on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. EST. While the workshop is optional, we strongly encourage students and parents to participate. Call-in details will be e-mailed to parents prior to. New Upper Two and Senior School students will be contacted directly by members of Appleby’s Guidance team to review the course request process.
Middle School Leadership Workshop - Friday, February 28
All Middle School students are invited to join the Middle School Leadership Workshop on Friday, February 28, 2025 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. The workshop will offer an opportunity for students to meet the Prefects, collaborate with their peers, and learn a little bit about their own leadership style while having fun through games and activities. Sign-up is required and details were sent to students directly via e-mail on Monday, February 10. Registration is open until Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. If you have any questions, please contact Lori Angelow, director, student leadership.
Looking for Parents Interested in Being an Internship Program Partner
In support of the school's Distinction Diploma Program, Appleby is looking for businesses to participate in our internship program. Current Senior One students in the Distinction Program will require a minimum two-week placement this summer to earn the Business Leadership Diploma. If your company is willing to host highly motivated business-oriented Appleby students, please e-mail internships@appleby.on.ca.
Middle Two POL's
The Middle Two Presentation of Learning (POL) is a culminating event celebrating academic and affective growth as students finish Middle School. POL preparation will occur for Middle Two students during English and Social Science class time, starting on Monday, May 5, 2025, following the Grade 8 Experiential Trip to Ottawa. For families wanting to learn more about the POL process, please click here to watch a video.
2025-2026 Appleby College Calendar
Please click here to view the 2025-2026 Appleby College school year calendar.
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 February 17, 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. |
Register today for Appleby’s On-Campus 2025 Summer Enrichment Programs!
Registrations are now open for Appleby's 2025 Summer Enrichment Programs. Sign-up for one of our dynamic and engaging programs which now feature two new streams – Junior for ages 12 to 14, and Senior for ages 15 to 17. The Enrichment Programs offer something for everyone, including our New AI & Beyond programs as well program offerings in Business, Communications, Leadership and Math & Science. Check out the course offerings on our website as well as the 2025 Program Calendar and click here to register. If you have any questions, please-mail academy@appleby.on.ca.
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.
Weather Related School Closure Procedure
In the event of a weather related school closure, parents, students and employees will be notified via e-mail by 6:30 a.m. We will confirm whether in-person classes or busses are cancelled by that time. Information can also be obtained by calling the school's automated information update line at 905-845-4681 ext. 540. If in-person classes and bus transportation are cancelled, details regarding classes and work expectations for the day will be shared by teachers through Teams and e-mail communication. If there is no school closure e-mail, then regular classes will take place.
Tax Receipts
2024 Childcare Receipts and T2202 Tuition and Enrolment Certificates for eligible students are available on 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 username and password (this is the same username and password used for registration). After you have logged in, click on your child’s photo and name located in the top left corner of the screen. Should you have more than one child attending Appleby, please hold your cursor over 'Children' located in the top left corner of the screen. The names of your children attending the school will appear as a drop-down menu below. Please select the name of the student whose profile you wish to view and click on it. This will take you to your child’s profile page. Directly below your child’s photo and name you will see a menu of items starting with ‘Progress’. Stay on this page and under the ‘Files’ section click on ‘Tax receipts”. To see a sample view please click here.
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Chapel NewsOn Thursday, February 20, Senior Two student Oliver Shorey will present his chapel speech. A link will be shared in the Sunday, March 2 issue of Appleby This Week. |
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Family Day Skate Tomorrow!Current 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 Night Takes Place TuesdayParents 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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Stand-Up Comedy Show: Student ShowcaseGet ready for three nights of unforgettable comedy as Appleby students take the stage alongside professional comedians! The Appleby Stand-Up Comedy Show is back, featuring rising young talent, special faculty performances, and an incredible lineup of headliners. On Monday, March 31, Tuesday, April 1 and Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. the show will take place at Film.ca (March 31) and Yuk Yuk’s Burlington (April 1 and 2). Tickets are available for $20 each. Click the links above to purchase yours today! |
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The College Shop |
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Calling all sports fans! Show your Blue Dog spirit with new long-sleeved Appleby branded shirts now available in store. You can also shop online and follow along on Instagram @appleby_college_shop for the latest College Shop drops! |
Appleby College Parents' Association Monthly Meeting – Tuesday, February 25, 2025
The Appleby College Parents’ Association (ACPA) hosts many events throughout the year that allow opportunities to volunteer, connect with other families, and help fundraise for the school. Thank you to those who attended our January meeting, please click here to view the minutes. The ACPA is an integral part of the Appleby community, and we would love for you to join us at our next ACPA Monthly Meeting on Tuesday, February 25, 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. All are welcome to attend! For any questions, please contact Kathy Vucic, ACPA President.
2025 Grad Rings
Celebrate your 2025 graduate with a locally crafted Appleby College graduation ring. Grad rings are a time-honoured tradition that will help celebrate students' achievements throughout their years at Appleby. We have a wonderful manufacturer, Foschia & Co. and the rings have been designed with a nod to tradition and a modern twist! The rings can be ordered in sterling silver, 10K yellow or white gold, and can be customized to any graduation year. Grad rings are available to order via the online College Shop and you can preview the rings and have your fingers sized at the College Shop. Deadline to order is Friday, April 18, 2025 for delivery before graduation. Please contact ACPA representative Sally Collins if you have any questions.
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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