April 4, 2024

Written By UTS

Fostering Brilliance

Right now, UTS students are undertaking the important task of selecting next year’s School Captains. Listening to our hopeful candidates put forward their ideas and vision, I am reminded of a quote by Sheryl Sandberg about what it means to lead: “Leadership is about making others better as a result of your presence, and making sure that impact lasts in your absence.” 

Impactful leadership is not about who’s in charge or who gives the orders…

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PA Day (no classes): Monday, April 8

M4 Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) April 8

All M4 students are writing the OSSLT in person at UTS from 8:45 - 11:30 a.m. on Monday, April 8 (FAQs).

Passing the OSSLT is mandatory for all students in obtaining their Ontario Secondary School diploma.

Specific details have been shared directly with students.

Please contact Alan Kraguljac (alan.kraguljac@utschools.ca) with any questions or concerns.

Late Start: April 11

April 11 is a Day 4 with a late start and the following adjusted schedule:

Period 1 10:30-11:35 Block C

Period 2 11:40-12:45 Block D

Period 3 1:30-2:35 Block E

Period 4 2:40-3:45 Block F

Senior Music Night
April 11 at 6 p.m.

Senior Music Night is happening in the Withrow Auditorium on April 11 at 6 p.m.

This is a large ensemble concert featuring all of the UTS Music Cocurricular Senior Ensembles (Senior Winds, Strings, Jazz, Choir and Taiko) as well as the M4, S5 and S6 Music classes.

This concert is a culmination of their work, and one of the biggest concerts of the year.

Tickets are $5 on SchoolCash Online. Please show your receipt for entry. UTS staff and students are free.

Summative and Exam Schedule

The summative schedule for all credit courses will be available by mid-May.

The final day of exams is scheduled for Monday, June 17.

The final assembly and exam make-up day is set for Wednesday, June 19. We kindly ask families to plan for vacations after the final assembly.

Please be aware that UTS does not provide alternate arrangements for families who choose to vacation during the exam period. The only exception for missing an exam is due to illness, which must be verified with a doctor's note. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

F1 Programming Week of June 10

UTS will be arranging programming (3 or 4 days) for the F1’s during the exam week of June 10. 

We are finalizing the schedule shortly, and it will include at least one field trip offsite during that week. Please note that all students return to school on Wednesday, June 19 for our Final Assembly and check-in with teachers.

Last chance for Grad Photos April 9 to 11

If your student missed their grad photos or if they would like to retake them LifeTouch will be at UTS April 9 to 11. 

Please use this link to sign up:  Grad Photo Sign-ups

Questions can be directed to: mainoffice@utschools.ca

UTS Parents’ Association 2024-25 Nominations Open

We are inviting all those interested in joining the UTSPA Executive Committee for the 2024-25 school year  to submit an expression of interest using this form. The deadline for submitting your expression of interest is Monday, April 22, 2024. We appreciate your interest in joining the UTSPA Executive Committee.

Register for UTS Summer Camp

Register for UTS Summer Camps here. Camps range in ages from Grade 4 to Grade 11, and include Photography, Creative Writing, Character Design and Global Health. Please email camps@utschools.ca for more information.

Hosting Opportunity

We are looking for a few more families to participate in our great German summer program by hosting a German student and by participating in the unique Maximum City camp. UTS host students will also be first in line for taking part in a trip to Frankfurt next Spring! 


UTS will arrange ‘getting to know each other’ activities and some sightseeing. Host families provide a supportive homestay for students from June 21 to July 2. If your family is open to new experiences please consider hosting one of the friendly, English-speaking students from our partner school in Frankfurt. Simply complete this expression of interest form and we will get back to you with the details.

Volunteer Opportunity: Summer Experience Program Hosts

UTSPA is hosting our annual Summer Experience Program this summer 2024.

Please sign up to become a host, which involves giving our M4 and S5 students a brief experience of your work environment and sharing your knowledge, thoughts and enthusiasm about your profession with them! The length can range from a half-day to a week-long experience.   

The Program is a work placement experience aiming to give M4 and S5 UTS students experience in different industry sectors through real-world working environments.

You can also contact Program co-leads at christine.wong@utschools.ca and randy.pang@utschools.ca.

Learn more about the UTSPA Summer Experience Program

Flame Fresh Lunch Menu

Here are the April menus from Flame Fresh including the list of ingredients.

For April in addition to the regular menu they are offering a vegetarian menu in hopes of ensuring there are options for everyone.

Please check out their tasty new vegetarian options. 

Mindful Munch Lunch Menu

UTS is also offering a hot lunch menu through Mindful Munch, which is brought to you by Basil Box! You can see the April menu here.

Please place your order for April here.

S6 Parents: Graduation Diploma Frames

This is a reminder that graduation diploma frames are available for pre-order until April 18.

Check out grad gifts at the UTS Shop.

UTS Shop - New Items

This is a reminder that graduation diploma frames are available for pre-order up until April 18.


New Items at the UTS Shop! Get this great looking licence plate frame and show your UTS pride!  Also - introducing our RFID Pouch - a sleek and secure solution for safeguarding your essentials! This pouch features two compartments, an internal key chain, and RFID protection, ensuring the utmost security for your car fob and cards. The built-in clip provides on-the-go protection without compromising style. Shop these and many other items at the UTS Shop!

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