May 10th, 2011 – Reminder: Parent Speaker Series

YMCA Academy Events

Just a reminder that the Education about the ADHD Brain and Strategies for Supporting ADHD Teens Parent Speaker Series presentation by Ann Clarkson, Professional Certified Coach, is taking place this Thursday (May 12th) at the Academy at 7pm.

If you are planning to join us to learn more about the ADHD brain and key strategies to effectively manage ADHD with your teenager, but have not RSVP yet, please kindly do so as soon as possible via e-mail to bonita.ip@ymcagta.org or call us at 416-928-0124 ext. 0

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Mar. 25th, 2011 – Student speaks at SKC launch

YMCA Academy Beyond the Classroom, Community, Events

Families gathered at YMCAs across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) February 21st, 2011 to celebrate Family Day and kick off the YMCA Strong Kids Campaign, which raises money so more kids can participate in life-enhancing YMCA programs.

“The YMCA is like a second home to me,” said Alex, a YMCA Academy student who has benefited from the Strong Kids Campaign. ”I’ve been able to discover my skills and passions, meet new friends and accomplish more than I ever thought I could.“

Academy student speaking during the SKC kick-off.
Metrocentral YMCA SKC kick-off

Speakers at the SKC kick-off event at Metrocentral YMCA.

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Mar. 10th, 2011 – Upcoming dates & events

YMCA Academy Events, Updates

Dear Parents/Guardians:

Just a few reminders about upcoming events/important dates:

  • Friday, March 11th is the last day of classes before we break for Mid-Winter Break (March Break) – students are expected to be in school on Friday and attendance calls/e-mails will be made if students are not here.
  • Monday, March 21st is Teacher Professional Day (no school for students)
  • The first day of classes back is Tuesday, March 22nd
  • Thursday, March 31st is the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test day.  A separate e-mail had been sent home earlier with more details.

Should you have any questions about any of the above, please don’t hesitate to contact us at the Academy.

Feb. 7th, 2011 – Valentines Bake Sale this Friday

YMCA Academy Events, Updates

Dear Parents and Guardians,

This Friday, February 11, the Academy students will be hosting a Valentines Bake Sale in support of the Strong Kids Campaign.  Strong Kids is the YMCA’s annual giving campaign which raises funds for Y programs like The Academy, summer camp and child care programs.  Last year, we raised close to $300 at our bake sale and we are looking forward to a similar success this Friday.

We would appreciate any baked contribution you are able to make and have placed a sign-up sheet for staff and students on our floor.

Thank you for your continued support of Academy events and Happy Valentines Day!