November 8, 2024
Coming Up
November Midterm Break
371 Bloor is closed for the November Midterm break from Saturday, November 9 until Monday, November 11 inclusive.
There will be no fob access to the building.
Tally of On-Call Coverage for Teachers
The Class Coverage assignments counts up to November 8 are now posted in the mail room. They will be posted in the UTS bookmark starting next week. If you have questions about the tallies, please do not hesitate to reach out to both Hijab (hijab.ahmed@utschools.ca) and Jenny (jpittlainsbury@utschools.ca). We will be happy to explain the count and correct any errors.
Intercom and Door Releases at the Huron, Wright Living Lane and Bloor Doors
The intercom and door release mechanism are now working at the Eureka! Entrance (on Huron St.), the Wright Living Lane Entrance (on Washington Ave.) and Bloor St. foyer doors.
The intercom connects to the UTS Main Office and to the UTS security desk, both of which are monitored daily (M-F) from 7:30 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.
The Main Office closes at 4:15 p.m. and the security desk continues to be monitored until 8:30 p.m.
TEDx UTS Youth
TEDx Youth is back at UTS! Staff, come support the school’s amazing speakers. The Withrow doors open at 4pm on November 14. Come hear what our youth have on their minds.
When Noise Becomes Music: The Art of Listening (Michelle, S6)
My Path or Theirs? A Teenager's Journey Through Parental Expectations (Laura, S6)
The Struggles of Growing Up (Jacob, F1)
Beyond the Track: Insights from University of Toronto Formula Racing (UofT Formula 1 racing team)
Hamlet's moods do not believe in each other (Mr. Cuisimano)
The Science of Happiness (Honwell, F2)
Elementary Physics (Aayaan, S6)
We are thrilled to have the spirit of TED back in the school sparking great conversations! Tickets are limited, so send Richard Cook an email to reserve yours today.
Course Selection Sessions on December 12 for F2, M3 and M4
Please take note for planning purposes if you teach F2, M3 or M4 on Day 1.
On December 12, there will be full-period course selection sessions held in the auditorium for the following classes:
F2: Period 1 (Block D)
M3: Period 2 (Block E)
M4: Period 3 (Block A)
F2, M3 and M4 classes will attend these sessions with their respective teachers. If you are teaching one of these sections, please take attendance and promptly bring your class to the auditorium. The Guidance Team will reach out with additional details for specific teachers.
Thank you for your cooperation!
Lunch Menu
UTS staff are welcome to order a hot lunch from the Mindful Munch. Please see the November menu and order form below.
Support UTS Students!
You have likely received the letter from Sarah Hamdi this week, sharing the life-changing impact that donors provide by giving to the bursary fund. UTS students deeply appreciate the hope and opportunity your donations give to them. Supporting students like Sarah directly contributes to the UTS Strategic Plan and your support of UTS students is greatly appreciated!
Thank you! Please donate online now or through payroll using this form from the staff portal.
