For the 2025-2026 school year, the course withdrawal date (Full Disclosure Date) will be at least 5 instructional days from the last possible date the mid-semester report is issued. The Full Disclosure date for Grade 11 and Grade 12 courses is Friday, November 28, 2025. If a student withdraws from a Grade 11 or 12 course on or prior to November 28th, then the course and mark will not be recorded on the Ontario Student Transcript. If a student withdraws from a Grade 11 or 12 course after the Full Disclosure date, a withdrawal (W) is entered in the credit column, and the student’s mark in the course at the time of withdrawal will be recorded as a percentage in the achievement column of the transcript. NOVEMBER 27 IS THE DEADLINE TO SUBMIT PAPERWORK TO DROP A COURSE. ** Please note…if you are applying to college or university this year, you need to drop the course by November 13 … PRIOR to the transmission of marks to OCAS and OUAC. See communication regarding this in another post. |
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TRANSMISSION OF MARKS TO OUAC AND OCAS **If students are applying to college or university, and planning on dropping a semester 1 course, please drop it by November 13** Semester 1 midterm marks will be shared through a secure transmission to the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC) and the Ontario College Application Service (OCAS) to support students with their application to post-secondary institutions. Students in Grade 11 and 12 courses will be notified of their report card mark by their classroom teacher by November 12th. Mid-term marks will be transmitted to college on November 14. ***See box below for dates and times for students to speak to their alpha counsellor. |
GRADE 12 STUDENTS WOULD YOU LIKE TO DROP A COURSE? (Request to go from 4 courses to 3 courses….or 3 courses to 2 courses?) When Can Students Come to the Guidance Office to Fill in the Paperwork to Drop a Course?
**NO APPOINTMENT REQUIRED - DROP IN ONLY** STUDENTS MAY COME BEFORE SCHOOL ON THE DATES ABOVE PLEASE RETURN YOUR PAPERWORK TO DROP YOUR COURSE BY THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13 |
FULL DISCLOSURE DATE - Grade 11 and 12 Courses For the 2025-2026 school year, the course withdrawal date (Full Disclosure Date) will be at least 5 instructional days from the last possible date the mid-semester report is issued. The Full Disclosure date for Grade 11 and Grade 12 courses is Friday, November 28, 2025. If a student withdraws from a Grade 11 or 12 course on or prior to November 28th, then the course and mark will not be recorded on the Ontario Student Transcript. If a student withdraws from a Grade 11 or 12 course after the Full Disclosure date, a withdrawal (W) is entered in the credit column, and the student’s mark in the course at the time of withdrawal will be recorded as a percentage in the achievement column of the transcript. NOVEMBER 27 IS THE DEADLINE TO SUBMIT PAPERWORK TO DROP A COURSE. ** Please note…if you are applying to college or university this year, you need to drop the course by November 13 … PRIOR to the transmission of marks to OCAS and OUAC. See communication regarding this in the post above. |
FINAL OUAC INFORMATION SESSIONS The last Ontario Universities' Information Sessions virtual event is Monday, November 10, from 5 to 7 pm (ET). The event is divided into 4 half-hour sessions where students can choose which university sessions they want to attend. Some universities will offer sessions in French. Students must sign up to access the event website. Helpful Links If you have any questions, email: ouevents@ouac.on.ca |
University Applications
University applications are now open. See the OUAC Undergrad Guide.
Week of October 14th: Required Student Information sent to students electronically by ITS via GAPPS email.
Please note:
- Automatic email notifications are sent when grades are updated; if discrepancies occur, students should contact their guidance counsellor.
- Students need to verify their grades and ensure nothing is missing.
- Students need to check their email frequently.
College Applications
College applications are now open. See Ontario Colleges information.
Week of October 14th: Required Student Information sent to students electronically by ITS via GAPPS email.
Post-Secondary Destination Fair
Date: October 22, 2025, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Location: Hodan Nalayeh S.S., 1401 Clark Ave W., Thornhill, Ontario
Four York Region schools combine forces to bring you the opportunity to meet representatives from:
- Ontario colleges and universities
- apprenticeships and the skilled trades
- private career colleges
- out of province schools
- and much more
Open configuration options
Post Secondary Applications
Grade 12 potential graduates can begin the application process for Ontario Colleges and Universities in October.
To apply for Ontario Universities, students should visit OUAC (the Ontario University Application Centre) and start by setting up an account and completing their profile. Students will require their OEN (Ontario Education Number), this can be found on a report card. Students will also receive this information in an email from YRDSB the week of October 14th (to their gapps accounts).
Applications for Ontario Colleges will be open as of October 10th. Start by clicking on the “Apply Now” button and setting up an account. Students will require their OEN (Ontario Education Number), this can be found on a report card. Students will also receive this information in an email from YRDSB the week of October 14th (to their gapps accounts).
On October 16th, during period 1, Guidance will be holding an assembly for Grade 12s to go over the application process and answer any questions that students may have. *Any student who has a spare during period 1 needs to make arrangements to be at the assembly.
On October 22 from 6:00-8:00pm Hodan Nalayeh Secondary School will be hosting a Post Secondary Information Fair for students from Westmount, Stephen Lewis, and Maple. This is a great opportunity to do some research and speak with both college and university representatives.
Dates: September 27-28, 2025 Metro Toronto Convention Centre, South Building Key Information:
Virtual Information Sessions Dates and Times: |
The Ontario College Fair *update 2025* The Ontario College Fair will not take place in 2025. Students are invited to attend one of the College Information Program opportunities offered at colleges and polytechnics throughout Ontario All Ontario colleges and polytechnics offer a wide range of in-person and virtual options to connect with students, families, and educators — including Open Houses, campus visits, school presentations, webinars, and one-on-one advising, including offering a comprehensive College Information Program. We encourage you to reach out directly to the colleges and polytechnics in your region or visit ontariocolleges.ca/events for more information. |
US COLLEGE EXPO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE INVITED! CLICK BELOW: Free Admission, Register to attend! |
POST-SECONDARY DESTINATION FAIR October 22, 2025
This is an opportunity for you to meet representatives from:
….and much more!! |
Study and Go Abroad Fair Sunday, October 26 | Study and Go Abroad / SchoolFinder Student Education Fair
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