Student Activities

 

STUDENT ACTIVITIES
 

Student Activity Fee: The fee for the 2024-2025 school year is $60.00. This includes a photo I.D./ Student Activity Card, a copy of the East York’s Yearbook and the right to:

· participate on athletic teams;

· participate in noon-hour intramural competitions in the gym;

· join any number of the myriad of organizations, clubs, councils, teams and/or groups;

· purchase tickets to school dances/semi-formal;

· purchase tickets to the prom;

· attend leadership camps or student seminars 

· check materials out of the library.

In addition to the student activity fee, there may be occasions where students are required to pay a fee for an enhancement to a particular course over and above what is required to obtain the credit in that course or a user fee to participate in an extra-curricular activity.

Student Activity Council (SAC)
The SAC represents the interests of the East York student body in the affairs of the school. It is made up of an executive as well as grade representatives. The council is elected each year in the spring.  It provides an excellent opportunity to play a strong leadership role at East York, to learn important skills while serving the school and community and for personal growth. A successful council enhances the culture and climate of our school thus providing a positive environment for both staff and students to succeed. Funding for all clubs and most sports teams comes from the sale of SAC/ID cards and from fund-raising activities.

Peer Mentors
The Peer Mentors of EYCI are senior students who provide support to incoming grade 9 students in their transition to high school through regular home form visits. They also support activities such as grade 9 Head Start to High School and other grade 9 related events throughout the school year.

Yearbook Committee
Each year, East York’s Yearbook Committee produces an outstanding yearbook. Student photographers, writers and designers capture moments in East York’s history and create a memory that will last a lifetime. Volunteers of all ages are welcome. 

East York Athletic Association (EYAA)
The East York Athletic Association strives to increase student awareness on the importance of maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle. Students take part in lunchtime intramural activities, healthy snack initiatives and leadership conferences to gain an understanding of the importance of maintaining a healthy, active and balanced lifestyle.  EYAA supports school team athletes, in addition to promoting physical activity to all East York students.  

East York Environmental Club (EYEC)
Every classroom and hallway is equipped with a BLUE BOX for paper recycling. Almost any type of paper, EXCEPT tissues and paper towels, can go in these boxes. BLUE BOXES are also available around the school for aluminum cans, glass and plastic bottles, milk cartons, and juice boxes. Please – recyclable material ONLY in the recycling bins!
The Environmental Club is actively involved in creating green spaces throughout EYCI. Some current projects include revitalizing EYCI’s existing courtyard spaces and the creation of an outdoor classroom.The Environmental club alo plays a leading role in a number of school wide conservation initiatives including the promotion of paper and power reduction, and greenhouse food production.  
If you are interested in landscaping, gardening, food production or conservation this is the club for you!  

School Council Meetings 
The school council for EYCI has been created to enhance students’ learning through the co-operative efforts of parents, students, staff members and others in the community.  New members are always welcome. The council is an excellent forum for parents/guardians/caregivers to learn about the programs and the facilities at East York.  Meeting dates are posted on the google school calendar and begin at 6:30 p.m. in East York’s Meeting Room (Room 158) or in the EYCI Library.  
 

Extra-Curricular Activities

East York offers a wide range of activities and encourages students to participate in activities outside the classroom. EYCI believes in academics first and as a result has an academic eligibility policy that governs student participation in these activities. The following is a list of activities that have been offered at EYCI. Please note that the list is subject to change. Get involved!

EYCI Co-Curricular Activities 

Clubs:
Black Student Association B
Board Games Club              
Cheer Squad                        
Chess                                       
Concert Band                    
Environmental Club
Hellenic Student Association            
Law Club                                                                       
Mental Health Awareness      
Prom Committee                    
Stage/Tech Crew                   
Yearbook Club                       

Student Leadership: 
East York Athletic Assoc.       
Gender and  Sexualities Alliance (GSA)  
Mindfulness                           
Morning Announcements      
Peer Mentors       
Student Government (SAC)           
 

Sports Teams:
Badminton (Co-Ed) 
Baseball (Boys) 
Basketball (Jr, Sr Girls) 
Basketball (Ban, Jr, Sr Boys) 
Cricket 
Cross Country (Boys, Girls).
Field Hockey (Girls).
Golf  (Boys & Girls) 
Ice Hockey (Boys & Girls) 
Lacrosse (Boys & Girls) 
Rugby (Boys and Girls)
Soccer (Jr & Sr. Boys)
Soccer  Indoor (Jr, Sr Boys) 
Soccer (Girls)
Softball (Girls)
Track & Field,(Co-Ed)
Volleyball (Jr, Sr Boys).
Volleyball (Co-Ed) 
Volleyball (Jr, Sr Girls) 
 

EYCI Co-curricular Eligibility Policy

East York Collegiate Institute offers students numerous opportunities to enhance their educational experience through extra-curricular activities. In order to participate in these activities, it is every student’s responsibility to achieve to the best of their abilities in the school community. Student’s must, therefore, fulfill the following requirements: 

  1. Student must have paid their $60 SAC Fee.

  2. Students must attend all of their classes on a regular basis and demonstrate excellent effort and deportment (attitude and behaviour).

  3. Students must be full-time registered students with 6 courses minimum

  4. Student athletes are expected to participate responsibly in their classes by completing assignments and homework, contributing positively in classroom discussions, seeking extra help when necessary and following the teacher’s directions at all times

  5. Student behaviour and attitude in school as well as during sporting activities must be consistent with the EYCI/TDSB Codes of Conduct.

  6. Athletes must adhere strictly to T.D.S.S.A.A. Behaviour Code

  7. Students must:

  • be medically fit for the activity

  • have adequate insurance

  • have parental permission to participate

8.    Students must be able to commit to the responsibilities of the particular activity as set out by the staff advisor or coach in order to continue participating in the activity.

9.    If a student does not meet these expectations, they will be asked to consult with a staff advisor and administrator to be considered for further participation in school co-curricular activities.