Dear families, guardians and students,
Welcome to the 2026-2027 school year. It is our pleasure to welcome all of our new and returning families, guardians and students. I hope you all had a safe, healthy and enjoyable summer.
There are some important things we want to share at the start of the school year:
- The Denison Secondary School start-up package includes important information about our school (including our new academic integrity policy); I encourage you to review it.
- The Guide to the School Year includes important information you may need to access throughout the school year. You can use the translation feature on the website to translate this content. Find the guide at https://www2.yrdsb.ca/school-year-guide.
- Each year we ask families and guardians to complete important start-up forms. You will receive an email in the coming weeks with a link to the online forms. Please review and complete the forms. If you prefer to receive and complete a paper copy, please contact the main office.
There are a few upcoming dates I would like to highlight, including:
- Thursday, September 3rd (end of day) - Student timetables will be shared electronically
- Tuesday, September 8th - Grade 9 Day (only grade 9s will be in the building on this day)
- Wednesday, September 9th - First day of classes for grades 10-12 students
- Tuesday, September 15th - Photo day
- Tuesday, September 22nd - School Council meeting - 6:30 PM in the Library @ Denison SS
We value the relationship and partnership we have with families and guardians and look forward to connecting and working with you throughout the school year. Please do not hesitate to contact the school if you have any questions. We welcome the opportunity to connect with you.
There are many ways to stay connected with what’s happening in our school:
- Visit our school website for up-to-date information about events: http://www.yrdsb.ca/schools/denison.ss/Pages/default.aspx
- Please ensure that we have your updated contact information as family bulletins are sent out every week
- Please be sure to follow us on Instagram @DrdenisonSS for the latest updates regarding our school
- You can also find updated information about the Board at www.yrdsb.ca, X (formerly Twitter) @YRDSB, Instagram @yrdsb.schools, or the Board podcast TuneIn YRDSB wherever you listen to podcasts.
I wish you all a happy, safe and successful school year.
Sincerely,
Seiji Ishiguro
Principal