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. with warning bells and music starting at 8:17 a.m.
- Lists will be posted by last name for students to check where their first period class is located.
- In first period, students will receive a printed schedule as well as locker information. Students must use a school lock and occupy lockers assigned to them.
- Classroom teachers issue books at the beginning of a term. Students will be responsible for the cost of lost books. Students with books from last school year should return them to the Main Office on the first day of school.
Key Dates
For a list of upcoming dates, follow our month-by-month calendar on the school website, listen to PA announcements or see a copy of our announcements on the school website. A link to the school calendar can be found here: School Year Calendar
- Sept. 2 – First Day of Classes - Week A
- Sept. 4 – Grade Assemblies
- Sept. 7 – Labour Day – No School
- Sept. 14 – School Advisory Council Meeting 7 PM Library
- Sept. 22 – Picture Day
School Daily Schedule
Period 1 | 8:20 AM – 9:35 AM |
Transition | 9:35 AM – 9:45 AM |
Period 2 | 9:45 AM – 11:00 AM |
LUNCH | 11:00 AM – 11:50 AM |
Period 3* | 11:50 AM – 1:05 PM |
Transition | 1:05 PM – 1:15 PM |
Period 4* | 1:15 PM – 2:30 PM |
*Period 3 and 4 rotate every other week (Week A: 1234 and Week B: 1243).
Textbooks and Lockers
Classroom teachers issue books at the beginning of a term. Students will be responsible for the cost of lost books. The Main Office will assign lockers and students will find out their locker at orientation or first day (listed on their timetable). Students must use a school lock and occupy lockers assigned to them. Students will be responsible for items found in the locker and should not give their combination to anyone else. Failure to abide by school rules may mean a loss of locker privileges. Lockers may be opened by the school if necessary.
Access to Technology
Students will be given the option to sign out a device for the school year. Devices are made available by classroom teachers when the class requires for daily use. Computers are also available in the library. Students with specialized technology needs should contact the Learning Program Support teacher Mr. Rob McDougall.
Medical Plans
We ask parents to notify the school if your child develops or has any changes to any emergency medical conditions. We will work together to complete a Medical Plan of Care (Epilepsy, Type 1 Diabetes, Asthma, Anaphylaxis, or any other life-threatening condition).
Contact Information
Students will be provided a copy of their Student Verification Report on the first day of school. Please ensure that you review the information, update any changes to phone numbers, emails, etc. and return a signed copy to the school (even if there are no changes).
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.
The first meeting and council election will be on Sept. 14th at 7 PM. If you hope to attend regularly, please consider running for an official council seat. To be an official council member (voting member), you would put your name forward before or at the first meeting by completing this form.
Please take a few minutes to let us know your level of interest in council (due September 11) or education topics that interest you. Please note: fundraising has not been a focus of our work, and parents are welcome anytime.