November 25 is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women

Posted November 25, 2022

Today, Friday November 25, is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. It was first designated by the UN General Assembly in 1981. November 25 was chosen to honour the lives of three political activists from the Dominican Republic. The Mirabal sisters were murdered under the order of the country’s ruler in […]

Semester 1 Midterm Report Cards – Tuesday, Nov. 23rd

Posted November 22, 2022

First semester midterm report cards were sent home with students on Tuesday, November 23rd.  Any students who were away on Tuesday or didn’t receive your report card – please check with your period A teacher this week.  Any students with a period A spare – your report card is available for pickup in the LHSS […]

Conestoga College – Board-Wide Info Sessions for Students & Families

Posted November 21, 2022

Conestoga College invites students/families to join them for 2 virtual info sessions this week – trades and general programs.  Please use links below to register for either event.

Trades & Apprenticeships
November 22nd 6:00pm https://conestogac.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7PcN8FbjSTWMH_YkiUxdrQ

General Programs/Info – Diplomas, Degree, Etc.
November 24th 6:30pm https://conestogac.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_oLlUB02ESEaDDIGSae_1-w

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November 20-26 is Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week

Posted November 20, 2022

In the WRDSB, we are committed to fostering a school culture that is safe, respectful and prioritizes the inclusion of all. We remain steadfast in our commitment to the safety and well-being of all of our students. To help us in our work to promote safe schools and positive learning environments, Ontario has designated the […]

Message from Ontario Chief Medical Officer on Fall Respiratory Season

Posted November 18, 2022

The following is a message from Dr. Kieran Moore, Chief Medical Officer of Health, for all parents and guardians of children in Ontario: Re: Fall Respiratory Season I am reaching out to you to share some important information and reminders to help protect ourselves, our families, and our children against the spread of respiratory infections. […]

OSSLT Fall Literacy Test (Grade 11 & 12 Students) – Nov. 22/23

Posted November 18, 2022

The Literacy Test is Here – November 22 and 23 (Periods A & B)

If you are a grade 11 or 12 students that are required to write the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT), please go directly to the Library on Tuesday, November 22, and November 23 so you can complete this graduation requirement. Just a reminder that you must use a school device for the OSSLT Test.

OSSLT Test Days: November 22 and 23
Location: School Library
Time: 8:20 to 11:00 am

Helpful Links to Prep for the Literacy Test:

OSSLT Tips

OSSLT Practice Test

Tech Request form

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Grade 8 Info Night – Wed. Dec. 14th

Posted November 18, 2022

Future Laurel Heights Hurricanes & families are invited to our first in-person GRADE 8 INFO NIGHT since 2019!

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 14th
5:30 to 7:30PM

3 GENERAL INFO SESSIONS – 5:30, 6:15 or 7:00PM (LHSS Cafeteria)
GRADE 9 ELECTIVE CLASSES OPEN HOUSE – 5:30 to 7:30PM
FAST FORWARD MAGNET PROGRAM INFO SESSION – 5:30PM (LHSS Library)

Please visit our dedicated FUTURE STUDENTS section of the LHSS website for helpful resources as you prepare for the transition to high school!

The evening will feature an opportunity for students/families to visit our elective classrooms to learn about the great opportunities available for grade 9s next year.  This will be an open house format and you’ll receive an electives “passport” and map to help you track your class visits (with a chance to win some LHSS spirit gear)!

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