ATTENDANCE REMINDER
Parents/Guardians are reminded to report all late or absent notices to the Attendance Office by emailing
markham.dhs.attendance@yrdsb.ca or calling 905-294-1886, option 1. Please spell, first name and last names of your child and
indicate grade, period and reason for absence. Should your student be absent for 3 or more days, an extended absence form
must be signed by each subject teacher, Parent/Guardian and the Vice-Principal prior to leaving for the absence. Forms are
available from the attendance secretary or main office.
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Upcoming SHSM (Specialist High Skills Manger) Trips:
- Nov 20: Career exploration for the trades at the Tribute Communities Center, bus departing at 9:30 am and returning at 2:10 pm
- Nov 24: Mrs. Ahmed's SCH3UE to TMU SciXchange field trip bus leaving at 8:30 am and returning at 3:30 pm
- Nov 28: Centennial College Post-Secondary, experiential learning and career exploration field trip (Campus and labour tours, presentation, meet and greet, lunch followed by interactive workshops) bus departing at 9:30 am and returning at 2:55 pm
- Dec 12: SHSM students enrolled in Accounting-Trip to KPMG Vaughan office, 8:30 am-3:30 pm
Other School Trips:
- Nov 18: Trip to Glow Town, Stouffville-9:30am and be picked up at 1:00pm
Announcements:
Dear Families,
Our school community has always shown incredible care and compassion for others in times of need. Today, we are reaching out to ask for your support in helping families in Jamaica who have been deeply affected by the recent hurricane.
Many communities there are facing tremendous challenges as they rebuild their homes and lives. To help, we are launching a Jamaica Hurricane Relief Campaign to collect donations that will provide essential supplies, food, and shelter to those in need. We will be collecting items from Monday November 10th to Friday November 14th. Please see the list below for suggestions.
We invite all families to take part—every contribution, big or small, makes a meaningful difference. Together, we can demonstrate the strength of our community and our commitment to helping others.
Thank you for your generosity and for showing what it means to care beyond our own walls.
With gratitude,
MDHS Staff & Students
Items to be collected:
Non Perishable Foods:
- baby food
- canned fish & meats, vegetables, soups
- rice, pasta, sugar, oats, flour
-Toiletries
SAC Presents: Beneath the Lanterns Semi-Formal
Join the Student Activities Council (SAC) for our annual Semi-Formal event, an unforgettable evening where the lights are low and the memories are bright.
What to Expect
- 🍽️ Three-Course Meal: Start the night with a delicious dinner. We're happy to confirm that vegetarian and halal options will be provided as part of the buffet.
- 🎶 Dance the Night Away: Hit the floor with friends as our live DJ spins the best tracks.
- 📸 Unlimited Photo Booth: Capture your perfect look and make lasting memories with unlimited access to our photo booth!
Event Details
- Date: Thursday, November 20th, 2025
- Time: 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
- Venue: Crystal Fountain Event Venue
Dress Code:
- Style: Semi-Formal (Please dress to your comfort level.)
- Note: A mood board and colour theme will be shared soon!
- SAF Perk: Students who have paid the SAF receive 15% off the standard ticket price!
- Purchase now on School Cash Online!
- Available until Sunday, November 16!
Ticket Information:
- SAF Perk: Students who have paid the SAF receive 15% off the standard ticket price!
- Purchase now on School Cash Online!
Available until Sunday, November 16!
Math Department
We are excited to announce the Mathlete T-Shirt is now available for purchase through School Cash Online. Don't miss out on this chance to show off your math enthusiasm. Order your shirt today! 3 colour options available.
The deadline for purchase is Friday, November 14, 2025.
Cost: $15.50
Sizes Available: S-XL
Student’s Arrival
The school office opens at 7:15 am. Students who are arriving earlier than 7:15 am should be under the supervision of a teacher (eg. field trip, activity or class such as repertoire.)
MDHS Auto Shop would love to have your cast offs! We are looking for machines with gasoline engines for the students to practice with. If you are going to dispose of them anyway, we would love to accept (but not limited to):
· lawnmowers · motor cycles · snowblowers
· small cars · lawn tractors · outboard motors
We prefer these in ‘not working condition’ but will take any that do work, too. Also, we would take your old wheels (tires on rims) for practice.
Please contact me at Andrew.macgregor@yrdsb.ca and we can arrange a time for drop off or pick up. Thank you in advance for your contributions.
MDHS badminton team is excited to announce that we will be hosting tryouts in the following weeks! Students should go to Room 163 to scan the QR code to join the google classroom.-Mr. Kee
Peer Tutoring- Every Thursday from 3:00 - 4:15 pm, Room 104 (the classroom inside the Guidance office)-Ms. Filkas
2026 Graduation Date: June 23rd and will be held in the gym at Markham District High School. More information to follow.
Graduation Photo Information:
School Start-Up Forms
Parents/guardians received an email from YRDSB Update with instructions to complete start-up forms. It is important that these forms are completed as soon as possible at the start of the school year as they contain information and permissions. The form automatically populates with your child’s information through the Dashboard. Learn how to create a Family Dashboard account if you do not have one.
The forms are also available online at https://startupforms.yrdsb.ca. You will need your child’s student number. Tips are available on the Board website. Translation is also available on the website. Please note: You must complete a separate form for each child attending school.
Secondary School Student Forms Secondary school students can complete the secondary school student form at https://startupforms.yrdsb.ca/students. They will also receive the link in their student GAPPS account. Elementary school students do not need to complete these student forms.
Families of YRDSB Black Students
Monthly Information Session
Monday, November 24, 2025
6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Families, parents, caregivers, please join us
for our monthly virtual meetings where
families with Black children come together
to learn about resources and upcoming
programs for Black students in both
elementary and secondary schools.
Agenda: Navigating New Narratives
with Nobility and Notion
• Welcome and Engagement Exercise
• Presentation on Well-Being
• Upcoming Programs and Events
• Question and Answer Session
Please register ASAP.
A virtual link will be sent after registrationMEASLES IS SPREADING IN YORK REGION
While the provincial measles outbreak was declared over on October 6, 2025, York Region Public
Health continues to respond to a local outbreak in Thornhill (City of Vaughan), with nine cases currently
linked to the outbreak. Since January 2025, there have been 13 cases of measles in York Region.
WHY IS THIS IMPORTANT?Measles is a highly contagious virus that can lead to serious complications like pneumonia, brain
swelling, and even death. Symptoms include fever, cough, red eyes, and a rash.
The best way to prevent the measles is through vaccination. Two doses of the Measles, Mumps,
Rubella (MMR) vaccine or Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (MMRV) vaccine provide about 97%
protection against measles infection. The vaccine is safe and effective.
WHY AM I GETTING THIS LETTER?
Due to the ongoing outbreak, there is an increased risk of measles in York Region. All students
need to have two doses of measles-containing vaccine to attend school in Ontario (or a valid
exemption). If a measles case is identified in a child attending your school, anyone not fully vaccinated
may need to stay home for up to 21 days to prevent this highly contagious virus from spreading.
WHAT CAN I DO?
Check immunization records to make sure you and your child(ren) is/are fully vaccinated
against measles. Children in Ontario typically receive their first dose of a measles vaccine after their
first birthday and their second dose between ages four and six.
WHERE CAN MY CHILD GET VACCINATED?
York Region Public Health offers free vaccination clinics to all students in JK to Grade 12.
Appointments can be booked here
Your health care provider, some walk-in clinics and travel clinics also provide these vaccines
REPORT YOUR CHILD’S VACCINATIONS
Report your child’s vaccinations to York Region Public Health. Doctors do not do this for you. This
information is especially important in the event of an outbreakPUBLIC HEALTH
1-877-464-9675