Dear families,
As the weather becomes better and students spend more time outdoors, we would like to remind families that the school does not support or permit participation in the “Senior Assassin” prank. As recently advised by York Regional Police (YRP) and highlighted in news media, activities involving water guns or imitation weapons raise serious safety concerns. As such, water guns or any imitation weapons are not acceptable at school at any time.
Students are expected to make responsible choices and to remember that their actions reflect not only on themselves but also on our school and the wider community they represent. We ask families to speak with their child to ensure they understand that participation in this activity, or bringing these items onto school property, is not permitted and may result in disciplinary action. Thank you for your continued cooperation in helping us maintain a safe and respectful school environment.
Math EQAO
Math EQAO for students who have Grade 9 De-streamed Math this semester will be taking place on June 11 and June 12, 2026. More information to follow.
SIN Clinic
Service Canada representatives will be at Emily Carr Secondary School on April 30th from 11 am - 3 pm to help students and newcomers apply for their Social Insurance Numbers. Children 12 years of age or older may apply for their SIN. Parents, legal guardians or legal representatives can apply for a SIN for children under the age of majority in their province, and for adults in their care. See the poster for additional information and types of Identification needed.
York Region Summer Programs 2026
York Region offers subsidies for recreation programs, day camps and youth overnight camps. Recreation programs and day camp subsidies provide children from families with low income the ability to take part in programs offered by the municipal recreation departments. The youth overnight camp funding helps eligible youth ages 12 to 17 attend an approved overnight camp.
Available Subsidies for:
- Positive Leisure Activities for Youth (PLAY)
- Summer day camp funding
- Youth overnight camp funding
York Region does not guarantee space in programs or camps.
Please visit the York Region website for registration and information or call Access York at 1-877-464-9675 or https://www.york.ca/support/financial-assistance/recreation-subsidies
Information can also be found on the YRDSB Community Supports Page.
YRP Experience at the Career Expo
Students in Grades 10, 11 and 12 have the chance to Experience the Career at a unique expo showcasing emergency services agencies from across York Region.
Careers and Scholarships - Exploring Post Secondary Pathways
Join us for an engaging opportunity to hear from guest speakers, visit displays and interact with a variety of post secondary representatives. Dinner will be provided. We welcome all students, staff and families to attend and participate.
Cortelucci Vaughan Hospice Hike for CHV
We are including the Cortelucci Vaughan Hospice Hike for CHV in this newsletter for your information. This event is not affiliated in any way with Emily Carr Secondary School.
Guidance Updates
Service Canada is hosting a SIN (Social Insurance Number) clinic at ECSS on April 30th for all students interested in applying for a SIN. More details can be found on the flyer attached and in the All Grades Google Classrooms.
Ontario Universities' Information Sessions: May 6, 2026, from 5 to 7 pm (ET) This virtual event is divided into 4 sessions, where students can learn about the universities of their choice and ask questions. This event is tailored to Grade 11 and younger students who are beginning their university research. Registration is available now.
Summer School Learning Opportunities are now open in myBlueprint. Students are asked to return the signed parent/guardian Sign-Off sheet from myBlueprint to the Guidance Office to ensure that the final approval step takes place. New for this year - YRDSB students can take courses in July and/or August.
The Guidance Department, along with the ECSS Student Wellness Club and Leadership & Peer Support class are hosting our SENIOR SUNSET on Tuesday, June 2nd. This is an opportunity for our graduating students to make some final memories at ECSS. The evening will be filled with music, games, some treats, and a beautiful sunset - all FREE! We have approximately 270 students on track to graduate this year so we’re looking for donations from the parent/guardian community to support this event. We would appreciate any of the following items:
- Cases of water bottles
- Glow Sticks/Glow Bracelets
- Bubbles
- Snacks
- Monetary donation to purchase any of the above
If you would like to make a donation for this event, please reach out to Fiorella Finelli (fiorella.finelli@yrdsb.ca) or Rosanna Milani (rosanna.milani@yrdsb.ca) the Senior Sunset Advisors.
YRDSB is hosting a Social Media and Mental Health presentation for parents/caregivers on May 6th, 2026 from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. This presentation is being offered in support of Children's Mental Health Awareness Week May 4th - May 8th, 2026. Some topics covered in this presentation may include understanding what social media is, the risks and benefits of social media use, some strategies to help youth manage their social media use, and resources. There will be time for questions and answers at the end of the presentation. Complete the Google Form for registration.