February 17, 2022
Words of Wisdom
“People will forget what you said. People will forget what you did. People will never forget how you made them feel.”
Have a quote you would like to submit for next week’s Staff Update? Click here to share the words of wisdom that inspired you most recently.
COVID-19 Case Count
UTS reported 4 confirmed COVID-19 cases among in-person staff and students during the week of February 14-18. These numbers are updated every Thursday, and can be found in the document below.
Weekly Schedule
Please find the supervision schedule for the week of February 21-25, 2022 below, including lunch supervision. 
Students Learning Online and In-Person
This spreadsheet will be updated throughout the spiral for teachers to reference and determine which students will be learning in person and online. If a student is forced to isolate or remain home due to COVID-19 in the household, the list will also be updated. Please reach out to Nancy if you have any questions or concerns about students learning online and/or who appear to be switching between the two.
Record Card Support
Optional support session for teachers to assist with the reporting process will be held on Wednesday, February 23.
Please complete this form in advance to let us know how we can be of assistance.
Pascal Math Contest
On Wednesday, February 23, all F1 and F2 students will write the Pascal Math contest during the last hour of block G afternoon class (2:15pm - 3:15 pm).
Co-Curricular Activities
Speech and Debate:
February 25-27 CN Senior Provincials
February 26-27 Western University
Junior Girls Volleyball:
Wednesday, February 23 vs. St. Mary, in the Humbert Gym.
Senior Girls Volleyball:
Tuesday, February 22 vs. De La Salle in the Humbert Gym
Wednesday, February 23 at Bishop Allen (dismissal at 1:45 p.m.)
Alpine Ski Day
Thursday, February 24 (all day)
Youth 12 and Over Now Eligible for COVID-19 Booster
On February 14, the Ontario Government extended eligibility for the COVID-19 booster shot to all individuals 12 and older.
Individuals in that age cohort can start booking their appointments as of Friday, February 18. Appointments can be made through the Ontario Government portal or directly with your local pharmacy.
We encourage all eligible students to book their COVID-19 booster appointments as soon as possible.
Do you have any old UTS stationary?
If your envelope says “A Tradition of Excellence in Education” then it is out of date, and should not be used. You can recycle them, or reuse them in a creative way.
Parent Update
Click below to check out this week’s Parent Update. New in this update, you will find information on the upcoming PA day on Friday, February 25 along with asynchronous learning assignments, more on the year-long learning theme activities planned for Foundation students, as well as a reminder for parents/guardians regarding the next spiral of in-person vs. online learning.
Silver Lining
Every week, we will feature a submission by a staff member that highlights the lighter side of life. So far the theme has been pet photos, but any cheerful content is welcome!
Submit Silver Linings here or in the Staff Updates Google Doc.
Looking to do something fun with the family, or get out of the house and try something new this long weekend? Here’s a few helpful articles with a variety of long weekend events and activities in the GTA this weekend!
Family Day Weekend Events in Toronto - Eventbrite
10 Things to do in Toronto Family Day Weekend - BlogTO
13 Things to do in Toronto this Family Day Monday - Curiocity
