Good morning HCI,
"Senioritis" - A term often used to describe a drop in motivation and performance in students during their final year of high school or post secondary. Please be on the 'look-out' for the signs and symptoms of this if you have a senior student in your home. We are in the final stretch, but this is an important time to re-double efforts rather than put the brakes on in terms of motivation, procrastination, feeling mentally checked out and attendance.
There are many fun events and celebrations that are forthcoming, we want all our grads to be able to take part in these, so please ensure they are continuing to follow the school code of conduct. For several years now a game has been played by many students across North America called “Senior Assassin”. A quick google search will unearth articles outlining what the game is and the reasons why this game causes schools and authorities concern. This is NOT a school sanctioned activity; however, schools are often put in the position of needing to send messaging.
Here is my local perspective: We do not allow toy guns of ANY kind on property. In a school the word gun = lockdown. DO NOT bring water guns to school. If students are found with them they will be confiscated. If they are being used on school property, we will take appropriate disciplinary action. We will not be returning water guns to students. Off school property I understand this is a fun game….I am not saying don’t have fun….but please be smart about it and avoid putting yourself in a situation where your actions/ intentions are misinterpreted by the public. Public transit is not an appropriate space for these sorts of things either!
Please see below for important updates for the upcoming week.
Week at a Glance
HCI Whole School Calendar Semester 2 Exam Schedule
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Monday, May 11th
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-Student Council/Grade Representative Forms Open (Check Google Classrooms for the form)
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Tuesday, May 12th
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-Day 2
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Wednesday, May 13th
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-Day 1
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Thursday, May 14th
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-Day 2
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Friday, May 15th
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-Day 1
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Save the Date
Monday, May 18th --> Victoria Day (No School)
Tuesday, May 19th --> Student Council/Grade Representative Forms Due @ 9:00 am (Main Office)
Humberside Celebrates
Asian Heritage Assembly --> Our whole student body had the chance to both learn about and celebrate Asian Heritage during our Assembly. Thank you to staff and students for all the hard work in putting together a wonderful assembly!
Arts Night --> We had a fantastic couple of weeks that showcased the amazing work of the HCI students and staff. Our Arts Night was a display of music, visual art, photography, film and live drama!
Music Night --> Our school community was able to gather for an evening of music that ranged from vocals, to strings, student led bands and everything in between!
Husky Vs. --> HCI has broken its own amazing record and brought in a tremendous amount of donations for Sick Kids Hospital. The day was a HUGE success...for more info please see the HAC updates below.
Worth Repeating
Missed Evaluations --> Please note that family vacations are not considered a legitimate absence. Every effort should be made to avoid scheduling family vacations during school time. Holiday dates are published in the school calendar and on the TDSB website, http://www.tdsb.on.ca. In the event of a missed evaluation due to a family vacation, teachers are not required to provide an alternative form of evaluation. In the case of examinations, no make-up exam or alternative arrangements will be made. In person students will not be made Virtual Learners in order to accommodate.
*Please note that this Evaluation Reminder also applies to summer plans that may begin before the academic year comes to an end. Please do not book summer plans to begin during the examination or culminating period.
Did You Know?
Lyme Disease --> The City of Toronto has provided an overview of Lyme Disease prevention as we head into the Summer months.
Prevention Tips:
TTC and the TDSB --> Many HCI students successfully use the TTC on a daily basis. You will find below, a list of reminders that our partners at the TTC would like us to ensure all students and families are aware of as they use public transit.
TDSB Central
Special Education and Inclusion Newsletter --> The May 2026 edition of the Special Education and Inclusion Newsletter for Parents/Guardians/Caregivers is now available on the Special Education and Inclusion site! This monthly newsletter includes important updates, tips, and resources to support students with disabilities and special education needs, and indeed all students.
Parent/Caregiver Engagement Sessions –-> Special Education and Inclusion is pleased to offer a number of sessions for parents/caregivers in May. Please find additional information in this flyer. All parent engagement sessions for the 2025-26 school year can be found here on the TDSB website.
Understanding and Supporting Black Children on the Autism Spectrum -> Join members of the TDSB Autism Regional Services team and Kelly Bron Johnson for an informative and supportive session designed for families raising Black children on the autism spectrum. This session will provide a clear overview of Autism Regional Services, highlighting the range of supports available to TDSB students across various school settings. Families will also learn about community resources and organizations that can further support their child and family. Whether you are new to services or looking to deepen your understanding, this session will provide practical information, connection, and reassurance.
Student Council
HUH --> Humberside Ultimate Hype is back! Are you looking for the perfect end of year event to celebrate after a year of hard work? Join Student Council as well as many other clubs on May 22nd at lunch on the lower field to check out our many attractions. Be ready with your tropical shirts and floaties, because this year's theme is… Beach! Stay up to date with this event and many more to come on the Student Council instagram @humbersidesac
Elections --> Have you been waiting for an amazing leadership opportunity, to gain real experience organizing events, or to help clubs and communities at HCI? Now is your chance, SAC elections are rolling around the corner! Forms come out May 11th, so be sure to stop by the office to pick one up if you want to make real change at our school! Stay up to date with this elections and many more to come on the Student Council instagram @humbersidesac
HAC Highlights of the Week
Spring Sports Update --> Our Huskies have been busy this spring season, with teams continuing to compete at a high level across both league and tournament play. There has been incredible energy, commitment, and school spirit shown throughout the season so far. A huge congratulations goes out to our Senior All Gender Ultimate team, who competed at Nationals this past weekend and earned an impressive 5th place finish! We would also like to recognize our All Gender Volleyball team for an outstanding season, battling hard all year and finishing just short in the West Region Semi-Finals against the defending champions from Western Tech. Be sure to check out team recaps, highlights, and updates on Instagram at @hci_hac. Go Huskies!
Huskies VS - THANK YOU! --> Thank you to everyone for an incredible, record-breaking HUSKIES VS! The day was filled with amazing energy, school spirit, competition, and fun from start to finish. We are so proud to announce that the Humberside community has now raised $59,195 for SickKids - making us the highest fundraising school in the entire SickKids VS campaign! This is an unbelievable accomplishment and a true reflection of the passion, generosity, and community spirit that makes Humberside so special. THANK YOU again to everyone who participated, donated, volunteered, and helped make this day such a huge success.
NEW! Athletic Banquet!! --> The Humberside Athletic Banquet is back! Join us on Monday June 8th from 5:00–9:00pm at the Crooked Cue as we celebrate an incredible year of Huskies athletics, spirit, leadership, and community. Tickets will go on sale through Cash Online beginning Wednesday May 13th. Please note that only the first 350 people to purchase tickets will be able to attend, so make sure to grab yours early! Tickets are $50, and all students who participated in a Humberside sports team, intramurals, or Huskies VS are eligible to attend. For more information and updates, be sure to check out @hci_hac and your grade Google Classrooms.
Happy Friday!
