September 19, 2024
Mobile Device and Laptop Policy
Our full enforcement of this policy begins on September 23. The policy can be found on MyUTS. Please note the following changes:
Laptops and single-purpose e-readers are allowed at UTS. Smartwatches and tablets that are on ‘School Mode’ are allowed at UTS. These devices should be used only for the purposes of organization, classwork, homework completion and email.
During lunchtime and breaks, laptops, tablets and single use e-readers can be used for school work.
Laptops should not be used for connecting to social media, gaming or watching videos during these times.
Cell phone use is permitted after school solely to coordinate safe transportation home.
Reporting Absences
Absences due to illness can be reported to the Main Office:
Or by calling:
365-297-5706
365-645-7609
Fire and Lockdown Drills
The first fire drill will be next week. Over the course of the UTS school year, we will have six fire drills in compliance with Fire Code regulations and two lockdown drills. Please emphasize to your child that it is important to follow their teacher’s instructions, ensure they know the evacuation route out of the building from each class and that they stay with their class outside on the Huron-Washington Parkette until the all-clear is given.
Lost and Found
The Lost and found is located on L1 across from Student Services. Please label commonly misplaced items such as water bottles, clothing and books. Items that are not collected will be donated at the end of each month. Valuable items can be collected from the Facilities Office L127 or Main Office 150.
Allergies Awareness at UTS
UTS is not a nut-free environment, because students bring food from outside during lunchtime and breaks. However, some members of the UTS community do have anaphylactic allergies to nuts that require the use of Epi-pens. We ask all families to ensure that food sent from home is nut-free. As a part of our commitment to a safe school environment, UTS has ensured that all meals provided by the hot meal vendors are also nut-free.
Respiratory Illness Awareness
With fall comes respiratory illnesses. The following are some of the ways that you can help protect our school community:
Stay home if you are experiencing symptoms of illness. Symptoms may include sore throat, stuffy nose, headache, tiredness and fatigue. See this letter from Toronto District School Board for more information.
Wash or sanitize your hands often, and cover your cough/sneeze into your elbow or a tissue.
Consider wearing a well-fitted, high-quality mask in crowded areas with poor ventilation, especially for those who are at higher risk of severe illness.
Consider getting your COVID-19 boosters and influenza vaccine once available.
Coffee Mornings at UTS for Parents and Guardians
You are invited to join UTS Principal Dr. Leanne Foster and other UTS representatives for coffee mornings at the school from 8 to 9 a.m.
Click on the links below for the event specific to your grade. We look forward to welcoming you!
M3/M4 Coffee Morning - October 8
UTSPA Parent Volunteer Group
The UTS Parents’ Association invites you to join our Parent Volunteer Group (PVG). We need your help to support our school and students in various exciting events that are scheduled to take place throughout the year.
If you are interested in becoming a member of the UTSPA PVG this year and have not already signed up, please complete this form and express your areas of interest. UTSPA looks forward to working with you!
Student Hot Lunch Orders
UTS is excited to offer hot lunches! See menu options and order forms below.
Mindful Munch October 2024 Menu, Ingredient List
Flamme Fresh October 2024 Menu, October 2024 Vegetarian Menu, Ingredient List
The Question of Class: Keeping Schools Inclusive and Accessible
Thursday, October 10 at 6:30 p.m.
Save the date for a UTS community presentation by Dr. Paul Gorski, a leading expert in educational equity and how to address classism in schools.
F1 Photos
F1 Photos have arrived and been distributed to classes this week.
Orders can be placed on mylifetouch.ca.
Host families for our Danish exchange students
September 29 to October 4
We are looking for 7 families to host 1 or 2 Danish students for 5 nights, from September 29 to October 4.
Families help provide a fun Toronto-based experience. Danes are mature, independent, senior students (17-19).
Complete this form, if you are interested in hosting a student(s). We are very grateful for those who have volunteered already and we need seven more hosts.
Check out this video on the Global Citizenship Program at UTS:
Send your questions to Richard Cook and Jennifer Pitt-Lainsbury
UTS MUN Society is seeking 20 delegates to represent UTS at SSUNS 2024. All M4 to S6 students are welcome to apply but preference will be given to those with relevant experience.
Students should complete this form to be considered.
The conference takes place November 7 to 10 in Montreal.
The application period closes Friday, September 27, at 4 p.m. All successful candidates will be contacted in early October and invited to information and training sessions.
Mandatory PSAT Exam Device Readiness Session
All students who have registered to take the PSAT Exam are required to attend a mandatory readiness check for their devices on Monday October 7.
Students are required to attend the session with the computer that they will be using for the exam.
Please contact Mrs. Sampson or Ms. Patel with any questions or concerns.
Date: October 7, 2024
Location: MPR
Start Time: 4 p.m. (After-School)
M4 Washington Consent Forms
Parents/guardians of students who are attending the M4 Washington trip will have received the UTS consent form to their email.
The form should be completed no later than Wednesday, September 25.
If you did not receive it and believe you should have, please email Sean Hayto at sean.hayto@utschools.ca.
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