What an incredible, action-packed week it has been across our school community! Our halls have been overflowing with energy, excitement, and school pride as students threw themselves into Spirit Week, showing off their creativity and CR Marchant school spirit each and every day.

Yesterday was a particularly inspiring day for a group of our students who attended Dreamer Day—a high-energy career exploration event bringing together over 4,000 women and gender-diverse students from across Ontario. Far more than a traditional career fair, Dreamer Day offered our students a powerful mix of empowerment, hands-on experiential learning, self-discovery, and meaningful connections with inspiring role models.

To top off a fantastic week, our students are capping things off this afternoon with fantastic participation in our Fall Activity Afternoon. It’s been wonderful to see everyone collaborating, having fun, and coming together to build such a vibrant school culture.

Read on for more updates, reminders, and news from around the school!

C.R. Marchant SAC Meeting and Merch Night!

Wednesday, November 4 | 6:30–8:00 PM | School Library

Join us for a fun and creative evening at C.R. Marchant!

Students will have the chance to design their own T-shirts, pencil cases, and notebooks — all while enjoying delicious samosas and pizza! 🍕🥟

While the kids’ creative juices are flowing, parents and caregivers are invited to join our

 School Advisory Council Meeting, happening at the same time. SAC Meeting Agenda.

✨ Don’t miss this exciting night of creativity, community, and connection! ✨

Immunization Clinic Reminder

On Monday November 9th, nurses from Toronto Public Health will be at our school to give FREE hepatitis B, human papillomavirus (HPV), and meningococcal vaccines to Grade 7 and 8 students. These vaccines will help protect students against serious illnesses. In Ontario, students who do not have the meningococcal vaccine, or a valid exemption, can be suspended from high school for up to 20 days.

If you still have any consent forms at home, please make sure they are submitted to the office by 9 am Monday. Grade 8 students who missed the vaccinations in Grade 7 may still receive their vaccines at the upcoming clinic if consent forms were signed last year. New consent forms can also be submitted for new students.  Many forms were resent home last week, as they were missing information.  Please make sure they are returned by Monday as well.

For more information, visit www.toronto.ca/SchoolVaccines or call 416-338-7600.

Parent Engagement Sessions – November 2026

Special Education and Inclusion is pleased to offer a number of sessions for parents/caregivers in November. Please find additional information in this flyer. All parent engagement sessions for the 2026-2027school year can be found here. 

Specialized Programs 2026–27 Applications 

Applications for Elementary and Secondary Specialized Programs will open on November 9, and close on November 27 at 4 p.m. Programs include the Arts, Math, Science & Technology, Leadership, and International Baccalaureate.

Students and families are encouraged to review program-specific eligibility criteria, application requirements, and Demonstration of Knowledge expectations before applying.

Staff should direct interested students and families to the Specialized Programs website for program information, application details, and important dates. Late applications will not be accepted. Questions? Contact centralprograms@tdsb.on.ca.

From our Community:

Fatherhood Unfiltered – More Than a Haircut - Workshop

Is a free workshop series designed to engage, empower, and support fathers and father figures in our community.

We recognize the important role fathers and father figures play in children's development, family well-being, and building stronger communities. This initiative creates a welcoming and judgment-free space where men can connect, share experiences, discuss real challenges, and access valuable resources.

Workshop Details:

• Dates: Saturdays, November 7 – December 5, 2026
• Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
• Location: Macaulay Centres for Children, 2010 Eglinton Avenue West, Suite 400, Toronto
• Cost: FREE

Topics include:

• Fatherhood and positive parenting
• Navigating systems and community services
• Emotional intelligence
• Co-parenting and healthy relationships
• Community resources and support

As an added incentive, one lucky participant will receive a FREE haircut!  

For more information please see the flyer linked here!

The Mount Dennis Hub

The Mount  Dennis Hub is located at 1290 Weston Rd (Jane and Weston). It is an Indigenous multiservice hub serving the local Indigenous community in the west end. They offer many programs, services and supports such as afterschool programs for kids 7-12,  programming for youth 13-17 and 18-29, adult, senior and family programs.  As well as an Early On and and Aboriginal Head Start.

We have attached their Open House Flyer and a flyer that explains more in detail what is offered at our Hub.