STUDENT ACTIVITIES
Student Activity Fee: The fee for the 2022- 2023 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 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.
Student Ambassadors
Student Ambassadors are senior students who provide support to grade 10, 11, or 12 students who are new to EYCI by providing the students and their families with tours of the school. They also support important events around the school such as photo day, parents night, commencement, our annual pathways fair, and many others.
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. The EYAA not only supports our school team athletes, but promotes physical activity for all East York students to participate in.
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!
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 to learn about the programs and the facilities at East York. The school meetings take place four times per year. The dates are found in the google school calendar and begin at 6:30 p.m. in East York’s Meeting Room (Room 158).
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 Time
Black Student Association All Year
Board Games Club Oct-June
Breakfast Program All year
Bulldog Radio All year
Cheer Squad All year
Chess All year
Choir All year
Concert Band All year
Dance Club All year
DECA All year
East Yorker (Newspaper) All year
East York Vhoit All year
Environmental Club All year
EYCI Website All year
Greek Student Association Spring
HOSA Jan-June
Law Club All year
GSA All year
Mental Health Awareness Feb-May
Prom Committee All year
Robotics Team All year
Stage Crew All year
Yearbook Club All year
Student Leadership
East York Athletic Assoc. All year
GSA All year
Mindfulness All year
Morning Announcements All year
Peer Mentors All year
Peer Mediation All year
Student Government All year
Student Ambassadors All year
Sports Teams
Badminton (Co-Ed) Feb. – April
Baseball (Boys) April – June
Basketball (Jr, Sr Girls) Sept. – Oct.
Basketball (Ban, Jr, Sr Boys) Nov. – Feb.
Cricket April- June
Cross Country (Boys, Girls) Sept. – Nov.
Field Hockey (Girls) Sept. – Nov.
Football (Junior Boys) Sept. – Nov.
Football (Senior Boys) Sept. – Dec.
Golf Sept. – Oct.
Ice Hockey (Boys & Girls) Oct. – Feb.
Lacrosse (Boys & Girls) April – June
Rugby (Boys and Girls7’s) Sept.-Nov
Rugby (Boys and Girls15’s) March-June
Soccer (Jr & Sr. Boys) Sept. – Nov.
Soccer Indoor (Jr, Sr Boys) Feb. - Mar
Soccer (Girls) April - June
Softball (Girls) April - June
Swimming Nov.–March
Tennis Sept. - June
Track&Field, Indoor(Co-Ed) Jan. - March
Track&Field, Outdoor(Co-Ed)Feb. – June
Volleyball (Beach) April - June
Volleyball (Jr, Sr Boys) Sept. – Nov.
Volleyball (Co-Ed) April – June
Volleyball (Jr, Sr Girls) Nov. – Feb
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:
- Student must have paid their $60 SAC Fee.
- Students must attend all of their classes on a regular basis and demonstrate excellent effort and deportment (attitude and behaviour).
- Students must be full-time registered students with 6 courses minimum
- 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
- Student behaviour and attitude in school as well as during sporting activities must be consistent with the EYCI/TDSB Codes of Conduct.
- Athletes must adhere strictly to T.D.S.S.A.A. Behaviour Code
- 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.