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School Advisory Council

School Advisory Council We invite you to meet other parents, discuss education matters specific to SHS and LDSB, and collaborate on school matters. School Council will meet a minimum of four times per year and typically meets monthly in the SHS library.

2026-09-09 00:00:30.769 +0000 UTC

First Day of 2026-2027 School Year

Dear Parents / Guardians / Students: We hope you’ve had a great summer and that you are looking forward to returning to school tomorrow, Wednesday, Sept. 2nd, 2026. A link to the school calendar can be found here: School Year Calendar. First Day Reminders: Our school-day starts at 8:20 a.m.

2026-09-01 20:22:58.444 +0000 UTC

Start-Up Info

Dear Parents / Guardians / Students: We hope you’ve had a great summer and that you are looking forward to returning to school soon. Here are some important updates from our team with respect to 2026-2027 school year start up and timetables.

2026-07-06 15:43:58.252 +0000 UTC

Upcoming Events

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Bus Driver Appreciation

Bus Driver Appreciation

Grade 9 Orientation

Terry Fox Run

Week A

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Northern Classic - SHS Rec Leadership

Fundraiser for UHKF

Week B

Parent/Guardian Night 6:30pm

Academic Awards & Fall Pep Rally

About Our School

Welcome to Sydenham High School, home of the Golden Eagles! Sydenham offers a wide variety of learning opportunities for all students, through a safe and caring learning environment. The school places a strong emphasis on student success through a variety of pathways (world of work, apprenticeship, college, university), as well as focusing on building character in all students. We offer Alternative Education, Co-Operative Education, Dual Credits, Focus Programs, Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Programs and Specialist High Skills Major. There are many extra-curricular activities available to students.

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What's New at the District

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Back to School Message from Minister Paul Calandra

As the 2026-2027 school year begins, Paul Calandra, Minister of Education, has prepared a message for Ontario families and students: Dear Families and Students, I want to welcome students and families back to school and wish you a successful year ahead.

2026-09-08 16:06:10.587 +0000 UTC

New Assessment and Evaluation Family Guide for Secondary Families

Based on new Ministry of Education policy, Limestone District School Board is introducing changes to assessment and evaluation practices in secondary schools beginning this school year.

2026-09-03 19:51:58.682 +0000 UTC

Message from the CEO/CEDO/Director

Dear Families, Welcome to the 2026-2027 school year! We are excited to welcome new and returning students to Limestone. On Wednesday, our schools and classrooms will once again be filled with students, staff, and families as we begin a new year of learning together.

2026-08-31 20:00:47.627 +0000 UTC

Land Acknowledgement

The Limestone District School Board is situated on the traditional territories of the Anishinaabek and Haudenosaunee. We acknowledge their enduring presence on this land, as well as the presence of Métis, Inuit, and other First Nations from across Turtle Island. We honour their culture and celebrate their commitment to this land.