Remembrance Day Commemoration

This week, our school community is taking time to honour and remember the courage and sacrifice of those who have served and continue to serve in Canada’s Armed Forces.

Classes are visiting a gallery walk featuring student artwork, projects, and displays that highlight moments in Canada’s military history. A school memorial display also provides a space for students and staff to post the names of loved ones they wish to remember and honour. As part of our commemoration, a digital slideshow has been created to recognize family members who have served, both past and present. 

Our school will come together for a reading of In Flanders Fields, the playing of The Last Post, and a moment of silence as we collectively reflect and give thanks.

We are deeply grateful to our staff and students for the thought, creativity, and reverence they have shown in helping us commemorate this important occasion.

Progress Reports and Midterm Report Cards

As we approach the reporting period, we want to ensure that parents and caregivers have a clear understanding of their child's achievement and progress.

Grades 7 and 8 Progress Reports will be printed and sent home with students on November 12, 2026. They will also be available through the Parent Portal.

For additional information about understanding your child's achievement, please refer to: Understanding Your Child's Achievement – Grades 7 & 8.

High School Midterm Report Cards (Grades 9–12) will be available through the Parent Portal by the end of the day on November 17, 2026.

For additional information about understanding your child's achievement, please refer to: Understanding Your Child's Achievement – Grades 9–12.

We encourage families to review these reports with their children and use them as an opportunity to celebrate progress, recognize areas of strength and identify next steps for continued growth and success.

Grades 7 & 8 Parent-Teacher Interviews and Early Dismissal

Parent-Teacher interviews for 7/8 students will take place on Thursday, November 19th.  Booking for interviews will open on Friday, November 13th, 2026.  Please see this letter for information on how to book interviews. 

November 19th will be an early dismissal day for students.

 Financial Literacy Graduation Requirement – Grade 10

This information applies to Grade 10 students currently enrolled in Civics and Careers this semester.

As part of Ontario’s graduation requirements, all Grade 10 students must complete the Financial Literacy Graduation Requirement. Developed by TVO, the assessment consists of learning modules and questions that review key financial literacy concepts from the Grades 1–9 curriculum and complement the Grade 10 Careers course. Students will complete the assessment during instructional time with their teacher.

Assessment Details:

• Date: Tuesday, November 24, 2026

• Time: During the student's regularly scheduled Careers period

• Location: Regular classroom

Please refer to this Financial Literacty Graducation Requirement Document for additional details.

Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT)

The Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) will take place this fall. Please note the following important dates for students who are writing the test:

Grade 10 students: Students currently enrolled in an English class in Semester 1 will write the OSSLT on one of the days between November 9–12, 2026.

Grade 11 & 12 students: Students who have not yet successfully completed the OSSLT will write on Friday, November 13, 2026.

Additional information and OSSLT preparation resources are available HERE.

Best Buddies

On Friday, October 30, our Best Buddies had a spooktacular time celebrating Halloween! Friends enjoyed creating some festive Halloween crafts, munching on delicious treats (generously donated by Maryanne King), and wrapping up the festivities with an epic dance party!

A big thank you to everyone who helped make the celebration so much fun. It was wonderful to see so many smiles, great energy and Halloween spirit!

Algonquin College Dual Credit Program

The Algonquin College Dual Credit program allows eligible Grade 11 and 12 high school students to take real college or apprenticeship courses while still in high school.

Key Benefits:

• Earn credits that count toward both an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) and an Algonquin College certificate, diploma, degree, or apprenticeship program.

• Free Tuition & Materials: Tuition, textbooks, and course materials are covered by the program at no cost to the student.

• College Status: Students are registered as an official Algonquin College student, and receive a student ID number.

• Head Start: Experience campus life and explore career or vocational pathways early.

Courses Offered in the Next Session:

Business: •Digital Marketing (MKT 2218)

Community & Education Studies: •Health & Wellness for Children •Exploring Developmental Disabilities •Mental Health (FAM 1308) 

Construction & Skilled Trades: •Introduction to Residential Construction (CON 6000) •Working Drawings (DRA 8110) •Introduction to Electrical Trade Theory (ELE 1510) 

Emerging Technologies: •Computer Aided Design/Drafting (CAD 8500) •Computer Essentials (CST 8118)

General: •Professional Communication Essentials (ENL 1004)

Public Safety: •Canadian Criminal Justice System (PFP 1010) •Criminology (PFP 2010) 

Gr. 11 or 12 students interested in Dual Credit need to indicate their interest on this form.

Grad Photos

Attention graduates. Edge Imaging will be here from Nov 23rd to Nov 27th to take graduation photos! Don’t miss out on your opportunity to be featured in the class composite and leave your legacy in the hallways of the school for years to come. 

To book an appointment go to bookmygrad.ca, select “Book graduation photos at your school”, and use the school code FXH.  

• Even if you don't want to purchase grad photos, you should book a FREE appointment for a yearbook-only photo.

• Students should dress semi-formally, and if they are wearing a button-down shirt, white is suggested.

• Book early as appointment time slots fill up quickly! 

Not sure what to expect from your grad sitting? Check out this video!

Communicating Absences on Inclement Weather Days

When yellow school buses are cancelled due to inclement weather, our school remains open for learning. If your child is a bus rider and will be staying home on a bus cancellation day, please remember that you must still report their absence.

All student absences must be submitted through SafeArrival prior to the start of the school day. Reporting your child’s absence promptly ensures all students are accounted for and assists our administrative team with morning attendance checks. Thank you for your continued cooperation in keeping our school community safe! 

SafeArrival, is an attendance management system that makes it faster and easier for parents/guardians to report student absences or late arrivals. Instead of contacting the school, you can now report absences securely in one of three ways:

• SM Home App – Download from the Apple App Store or Google Play

• Online – Visit home.schoolmessenger.ca - link now embedded on the school website

• Phone – Call 1-844-478-2598

If your child has an approved late arrival, please remind them to report to the main office and sign in when they arrive at school.

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