September 23, 2022
Words of Wisdom
“You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.”
This week’s words of wisdom quote was submitted by Gabrielle Kemeny. 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.
Staffing Update
We are thrilled to welcome Paula Jack as Facilities & Events Services Coordinator at UTS.
Paula's first day at UTS will be this coming Monday, September 26. As a member of the Facilities Team, she will be located in the Facilities Office (L131). Paula will be taking over the coordination of school events requiring catering and special setup, as well as coordination of external events and rental of the auditorium and other areas within the building where events could take place.
Paula comes to UTS with 18 years experience in convention, event and catering experience. In her most recent roles, she coordinated large and small events for the City of Toronto, the Globe and Mail Centre and St. Michael's Hospital.
Please join us in welcoming Paula to UTS, and if you happen to pass by the Facilities Office, please drop by to say hello.
Avis Glaze Report Discussions
In June a number of staff asked for an opportunity to discuss the findings and recommendations coming from the Glaze Report.
To honor the request and create spaces for dialogue and discussion in support of understanding for implementation, please use this Google Form select a date that works best for you, if interested in meeting to discuss the report.
UTS Timeraiser StartUp Accelerator
Know of any students who have a problem they are passionate about solving via a social, business, or technological venture?
If yes, please encourage them to apply to join the UTS Timeraiser StartUp Accelerator - a year-long entrepreneurship and innovation program designed for M3-S6 students.
Students are provided with valuable entrepreneurial training and resources including: mentorship by UTS alumni (entrepreneurs and industry professionals), opportunities to explore and collaborate in the new UTS Lang Innovation Lab, and a chance to win $500 in seed money.
To find out more about how this program can help students bring their innovation to life and become a viable venture, please see this invitation to apply. Interested student teams need to submit their application form by 9 a.m. on Tuesday, October 18.
Visit the website to learn more about this UTS program combining the innovation of UTS students with the experience of UTS alumni.
Teacher Academic Letters of Support
Thank you to those who agreed to write a letter of support on behalf of our U.K. and U.S. university applicants.
This document includes detailed information about deadlines, templates, student reference requests, letter writing tips and how to submit your references.
If you have any questions, please contact a member of the Student Services team.
Flu/COVID Booster Vaccination Clinic at UTS
UTS is exploring offering a flu/COVID booster vaccination clinic to UTS staff in collaboration with Dr. Alvi/Ms. Sarah Moosavi.
They have been kindly donating their time and efforts for this initiative over the past few years.
Here is the survey to express your interest. The date of the clinic is to be determined (anticipated to be in early October).
Mental Health Matters
On June 21, we engaged in Livingworks training to guide us in recognizing when someone is thinking about suicide and how to connect them with help and support.
As we begin the 2022-23 school year, the Social Work team invites us all to revisit these 4 steps in support of each other:
Tune in & notice
Ask in a calm, clear and direct way
State all thoughts of suicide are serious
Connect to help
For information on support, visit the Mental Health Resources page.
COVID-19 Case Counter
UTS reported 1 confirmed COVID-19 cases among in-person staff and students during the week of September 19-23.
These numbers are updated every Thursday and can be found here in this document.
Parent Update
New in this update you will find information on AP Exams registration, an upcoming information session for the M4 Washington trip, how to apply for the UTS Timeraiser Startup Accelerator program, and social work resources available to students.
Silver Lining
Every week, we will close the Staff Update with a little silver lining that highlights the lighter side of life. So far the theme has been pet photos, but any cheerful content is welcome! This week’s share comes from Negar Shayan.
