Rugby
Submitted by Aneta Costin on Wed, 06/23/2010 - 10:42
Congratulations to Tony Chapman. He's this months winner of the rugby raffle!
G20
Submitted by Aneta Costin on Tue, 06/08/2010 - 09:51
Although we at FHCI are not directly affected by the G20 Summit, I wanted to bring this letter to your attention:
FROM: CHRIS SPENCE, Director of Education
June 2010
Dear Parent/Guardian:
On June 26th and 27th, the G20 Summit, which convenes world leaders to discuss international economic cooperation, will be held at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre in downtown Toronto.
As educators, we recognize that the G20 Summit is an incredible teaching and learning opportunity for our students. Resources will be made available to schools to support learning on topics like world peace, the global community and the importance and value of democracy for all citizens around the globe.
A special G20 Integrated Security Unit (ISU) consisting of teams from various police services and the Canadian Forces has been created to ensure the safety of the international Summit attendees, other visitors and those who live and work in the community.
In advance of the Summit, the Security Unit has set up security zones surrounding the Summit venue which will result in traffic restrictions, delays and road closures. Along with potential public demonstrations in downtown Toronto there may be an indirect impact on our schools located within an area identified by the Board.
Schools in the general area close to the Summit venue will receive a second letter in the coming weeks.
The Toronto District School Board (TDSB) has a team in place and we have been working closely with the Security Unit to minimize the potential impact of their security operations on our schools.
We are committed to keeping all our staff, students, parents and school communities informed. If you have any questions on how this may impact your child/children, please contact your school principal directly.
For additional information please visit our website at www.tdsb.on.ca
Sincerely,
Chris Spence
Director of Education
News
Submitted by Aneta Costin on Mon, 06/07/2010 - 13:22
1. Athletic Awards Banquet
The 2009-2010 Annual FHCI Athletic Awards Banquet takes place on Wednesday, June 9 at “Philthy McNasty's Restaurant,” located is at 130 Eglinton Avenue East, between Yonge and Mt. Pleasant. The banquet is open to all students and staff at FHCI. Anyone who played on a team or was manager/assistant for an FHCI team is especially invited to attend.
Arrival time is between 5:15 and 5:45PM, with a buffet dinner starting at 6:00PM. MVP for each team and Athlete of the Year awards will take place after dinner, along with draw prizes. The banquet and prize giving should end by 9:00PM.
Tickets may be purchased at school from the Athletic Council at a cost of $15.00. A limited number of tickets will be sold at the door for $20.00.
Here is a link to the map:
Google Maps
2. “Circus” Video
The videographer for our one-of-a-kind production of “Circus” has produced a video of the performance. Students may pre-order copies of the DVD for $15. Order forms are on the counter in the main office. Please don’t miss out on getting your copy of this unforgettable musical.
3. Thank you for the “TDSB Parent/Caregiver Satisfaction Survey“ response
A few weeks ago I requested that you complete the online TDSB Parent/Caregiver Satisfaction Survey. The survey has now ended and while we did not win the prize of pizza for the staff by having the highest percentage of responses [is that better for our waistlines?], we did have 334 of 983 parents complete the survey. Thank you to all of you who took the time to fill out the survey. Out of interest, I will try to find out how our response rate compared with other TDSB high schools and let you know.
Peggy Aitchison
Principal
Forest Hill Collegiate
416 393-1860 x 20010
EQAO Mathematics Test for Students in Grade 9 Mathematics
Submitted by Aneta Costin on Fri, 06/04/2010 - 08:17
On Friday, June 11 and Monday, June 14, FHCI students in Grade 9 applied and academic mathematics classes will be writing the Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) Mathematics test during their scheduled math class. Grade 9 students in Ontario have written this test for the last several years. You can get more information about the test at the EQAO website:
http://www.eqao.com/Parents/Secondary/09/09.aspx?Lang=E&gr=09
If you click on this link: http://www.eqao.com/Parents/Secondary/09/BookletsandGuides.aspx?Lang=E&gr=09&yr=09 you will be taken to a site where you can access questions and answers from previous EQAO math tests. You might wish to read through some of the questions so you will see the content and format of the test. The test has a combination of multiple choice, short answer and full solution questions.
The content of this test is based on the Grade 9 mathematics curriculum as set out by the Ministry of Education. Teachers at FHCI have been working with our students to help them practise the types of questions they will be asked on the EQAO test. FHCI teachers will be marking a portion of the test, and the results of the portion they mark will count towards some of the student's 30 end-of-course marks. Please ensure your child is present at school to participate in the EQAO test during the math period on Friday and Monday.
In October 2010, you will receive an individual report for your child, outlining your child's individual results.
Students who have an Individual Education Plan (IEP) or were enrolled this year in an English-as-a-Second-Language (ESL) course will be allocated extra time for the test, in accordance with the test administration directions from EQAO. You can read about the parameters of allowing extra time in the Guide for Accommodations and Special Provisions at http://www.eqao.com/pdf_e/10/Sacg_9e_2010_web.pdf
If you have any question about the test, please contact me or your child's teacher.
Peggy Aitchison
Principal
Forest Hill CI
416-303-1860 x 20010
Rugby
Submitted by Aneta Costin on Fri, 05/21/2010 - 14:04
Congratulations to this month's rugby raffle winner, Anne Gardner!
Raffle winner
Submitted by Aneta Costin on Fri, 04/23/2010 - 15:42
Congratulations to Arnold Blumenthal, this months rugby raffle winner.
Fashion Show
Submitted by Aneta Costin on Tue, 04/20/2010 - 14:49
The Fashion Show is just around the corner - Thursday, April 22, 2010. Everyone is putting in long hours and working hard to make it a big success.
Each ticket is $7 in advance and $10 at the door.
We are looking forward to seeing you at the show. BE THERE!
Rugby Raffle
Submitted by Aneta Costin on Tue, 03/23/2010 - 11:11
Congratulations to Lisa Zimmer. She is this months winner of the rugby raffle. Her prize is a dinner for two at Hemmingways restaurant!
FHCI Rugby goes to England!
Submitted by Ron Felsen on Wed, 03/03/2010 - 13:04
I am writing on behalf of the FHCI community to acknowledge the tremendous efforts and results achieved by the Forest Hill Collegiate UK Tour Rugby Team on the eve of their upcoming trip.
The Fundraising Committee has raised $25,000 towards the trip to offset student costs. While the Committee members spearheaded the fundraising, the players have put in a great effort to raise funds through calendar sales and car washes. Thank you to all the members of the FHCI community who supported the team by purchasing a calendar or attending the car washes.
The players have also been practising with great determination in preparation for this once-in-a-lifetime trip. The team received a letter of acknowledgement and encouragement from our mayor, David Miller (attached). Mr. Naylor and Mr. Macdonald, the rugby team coaches, informed the players yesterday at their practice and handed out copies of the letter to each of them.
These young men are dedicated to their team and are working towards a common goal, which clearly identifies FHCI as a school that strives for excellence.
I am sure you join me in wishing the Rubgy Team a wonderful trip and great success in their upcoming games in England.
Peggy Aitchison
Principal
Forest Hill CI
Rugby Raffle Winner
Submitted by Aneta Costin on Mon, 02/22/2010 - 17:13
Congratulations to Aaron Blatt! He is this month's rugby raffle winner.
