Dear Families,
As we move into the second week of June, we are approaching the final stretch of the school year. This is an important time for all students to stay focused and finish strong both academically and socially.
We continue to emphasize the importance of making good decisions each day. We ask students to be mindful of their words and actions, recognizing that language has a powerful impact on others. Hurtful or unkind words can cause lasting harm, and we encourage everyone to choose kindness, empathy, and respect in all interactions.
As we approach exam season, please note that all students are expected to write their exams on the scheduled dates. We appreciate your support in helping ensure students are present, prepared, and ready to do their best.
Additionally, if your child will not be returning to Emily Carr next school year, we kindly ask that you inform the school as soon as possible. This information is important for our planning and organization.
GOAL
The school community came together on our brand-new turf field to create history, capturing our first-ever rooftop aerial photo on the new field - carrying on an Emily Carr Secondary School tradition. This year’s word was GOAL: celebrating a new field, a renewed tradition, and a shared focus on looking ahead.
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.
Prom
Our grade 12 prom will be held at Montecassino Event Venue in Vaughan, on Thursday, June 11, 2026. Attached to the newsletter are some Prom Reminders!
Graduation
Graduation will be held at Le Jardin Event Space on Tuesday, June 23, 2026. Please see attached for important information regarding Graduation. We look forward to celebrating this amazing milestone together!
Lucky Lion Night Market
Please see the attached newsletter for more information. This event is not affiliated with Emily Carr Secondary School.
Community Living York South Summer Camp 2026
This summer camp is not affiliated in any way with Emily Carr Secondary School. Please see attached flyer for more information.
Celebrating Student Success and Human Rights Ambassador Award
Celebrating Student Success and the Human Rights Ambassador Award recognize the diverse achievements of YRDSB's 126,000 elementary and secondary students. Congratulations to Naval Syed and Madeline Bailey who made Emily Carr Secondary School proud! Watch the video!
The Black Foundation of Community Networks (BFCN)
The Black Foundation of Community Networks (BFCN) will be offering another edition of their Scholarship Application Workshop! Join online on Wednesday, June 10 from 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. This workshop is open to all Black students from any school board or institution. Register for the BFCN Scholarship Application Workshop on June 10, 2026.
Guidance Updates
Private School Marks / Non-YRDSB Marks - As we begin to prepare for graduation, we want to remind students/families that private school/non-YRDSB report cards are due to Ms. Giotis by Monday, June 15th. Should students require an extension, they are asked to reach out to Ms. Giotis directly via email or by popping into the Guidance Office.
Summer Dual Credit opportunities are available for students in Grade 11 and Grade 12. Please refer to the attached flyer for more information and on how to apply.
Summer School Learning Opportunities are filling up - 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.
SENIOR SUNSET - THANK YOU :) The Guidance Department along with the ECSS Student Wellness Club and Leadership & Peer Support class wish to thank the families who contributed monetary funds and food items to make the event a HUGE SUCCESS! We are deeply grateful as we could not have done it without your support.