Teacher Handbook - Updated

The On-Call and Lunch Supervision Allocation Guidelines in the Teacher Handbook (Pgs. 25 and 26) have been updated. Please take the time to review this section. Although the changes are not tracked, you can view a comparison of the original and revised language here.

Any questions regarding On-Call and Lunch Supervision allocation should be directed to our VP of Academic Operations, Jenny Pitt-Lainsbury.

Just a quick reminder that the school is closed for Mid-Term Break from November 7 to 10, inclusive. Enjoy a well deserved break!

New! Link to Student Life Bulletin now in the menu of Staff Updates

Your direct link to the weekly Student Life Bulletin can now be found easily in the menu of your Staff Updates.

A Reminder to Close Windows

With the colder weather upon us, please remember to close the windows in your classrooms and offices before leaving for the day.

💰 Boost Your Co-Curricular Funding! Apply for Don's Den

Applications due November 18

Does the co-curricular you support need extra funds? The UTS Alumni Association’s Don's Den is back, and your group could secure additional funding!

Don's Den is a Dragon's Den-style pitch session where student groups present their funding needs to a panel of alumni judges. It's a great earning experience for students and a fantastic way to get some extra resources.

While Don’s Den is after school on Thursday, December 4, funding proposals are due by Tuesday, November 18.

Apply

Retirement Party for Maureen McCarthy

Please join us to celebrate Maureen McCarthy’s retirement on Thursday, November 27, 2025!

A card will be in the Communications Office from November 20, 2025 for all staff to sign.

RSVP by November 21, 2025

House Clothing now Available Online until November 18!

House clothing is being sold once again through the online store. Choose from a selection of hoodies, ¼-zip pullovers, crewnecks, and flannel pants. Place your order soon — the online store will close on Tuesday, November 18.

Shop House Clothing

Designing the Brain-Friendly Classroom

November 20
12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

A webinar on strategies for supporting students’ attention and focus.

Sign up here

UTS Secret Santa 2025

Names drawn November 30

Secret Santa is here! Please click the link below if you are interested in participating!

Names will be drawn on November 30, 2024

The last week of work before the holidays will be our exchange week! (December 15 - 19)

Feel free to spread the love out over the week (ie: multiple mini treats) or leave it all to the end of the week (one treat at the end).

Please stay within the allowed budget ($30) and feel free to be creative!

Most importantly, have fun!

Additionally, it should be mentioned that Iorek the Elf is happy to help everyone out in order to deliver treats as needed throughout the week!

I'm so excited to sign up!

From Your Social Committee

Mark Your Calendars for the Staff Holiday Party!

Who: You plus one!

When: Tuesday, December 9 at 4 p.m.

Where: Proof Bar at Sonesta Hotel, 220 Bloor Street West (Yes, again!)

What: Delicious food featuring the LEGENDARY Baked Brie (by popular demand!)

What Else: Drinks (plural) & Taxi Chits, if desired

Attire: Wear something red or "festive" to earn an extra entry to the amazing and sometimes bewildering raffle prize draw.

RSVP by December 1

Supporting Teachers and Students with Reference Requests

The air is getting crisper which means students are starting to think about their summer plans, which often include needing a letter (or 2) of support from their teachers. Counsellors are guiding M3-S5 students, and coaching them on how to make appropriate and timely requests. While this is a work in progress, we thought teachers would be interested in seeing the slide deck of instructions that was shared with students. If you have any questions, please reach out to the team. Thank you, as always, for your continued support.

See slides

Santa Claus is Coming to Town!

On Sunday November 23r, we will host a Santa Claus Parade Viewing Party at UTS. Our building is a great place to watch the Santa Claus Parade and we would like to invite you and your families/friends to come watch it with us, starting at 12:30 p.m. Along with a warm venue to watch the parade from, we will have hot drinks, snacks, and colouring pages for kids. Email Maureen McCarthy if you have any questions.

Weekly Wellness Tip 06

Welcome to your weekly wellness tip! Stay tuned for a different tip each week! (Brought to you by your self-appointed, staff-member powered wellness committee.)

Create Your Calm Corner Your workspace can support your wellbeing. Add a small plant, calming photo, or even a scented tea bag tucked in a drawer. Tiny sensory cues remind your nervous system to slow down.