Dear Thomas B Riley Families,
PD Day Friday – No School
There is no school on Friday, May 15, 2026 as there is a professional learning day for all school staff.
Band Rehearsals Starting Next Week
Band Rehearsals for all grades are next week and are mandatory for all students to attend. See schedule below.
Spring Band Concert – May 21, 2026
Students who are currently enrolled in Band have their Band concert on Monday, May, 21, 2026 at 5:30pm. It is mandatory for all students in Band to attend. Doors will open at 5:00pm. We look forward to seeing you!
Library is Now Closed
The last day for students to check out books was yesterday, May 7, 2026. All books must be returned to the library by May 18-20. Notices of lost and overdue books will be sent out following this and the cost of unreturned books will be added to your Powerschool account. Please ensure that all books are returned in time to avoid additional costs.
Course Selection Now Closed
Thank you to all students who finalized their course selection through Powerschool. The course selection process for next year is now closed. Any students who did not complete their selection in time will be scheduled according to space and availability.
Save the Dates:
Open House for Parents – June 10 @6pm
Parents and future students of TBR are invited to attend our Open House at 6pm on June 10 at the school. The current Grade 7 teachers will walk you through what to expect in the first year of Junior High School and answer questions that arise. We will have an opportunity to tour the school and CTF spaces as well.
Future Grade 7 Open House for Students– June 11
Grade 7s from our four feeder schools will be attending our Open House for students only during the morning of Thursday, June 11, 2026. During this time, students will be provided with an overview of the school, a chance to tour our spaces, and an opportunity to ask questions. This Open House is led by our current Grade 7 students who are eager to share their experiences at our school this year.
Upcoming Events this Week:
Monday:
- 7-4 Walking Trip to Bowcroft School @10:30am
- Student Well-Being Action Team meeting 11:20am-12:00pm
- Grade 7 Homework Club 11:20am-12:00pm
- Grade 9 Band Rehearsal 2:45pm-3:45pm
- Grade 7 Junior Badminton Tournament @Vincent Massey 4:00pm-6:00pm (Singles and Mixed Doubles)
Tuesday:
- Grade 9 Homework Club 11:20am-12:00pm
- Grade 8 Band Rehearsal 2:45pm-3:45pm
- Grade 7 Junior Badminton Tournament @Vincent Massey 4:00pm-6:00pm (Doubles)
Wednesday:
- 7-6 Walking Trip to Bowcroft School @8:50am
- Student Wellness Club 11:30am-12:00pm
- Yearbook Club 11:30am-12:00pm
- Pride Club 11:30am-12:00pm
- 7-5 Walking Trip to Bowcroft School @12:50am
- Grade 7 Band Rehearsal 2:45pm-3:45pm
Thursday:
- ALP/PLP Zoo Trip – All Day
- Healthy Hunger – Tim Horton’s
- Play Rehearsal 2:45pm-3:45pm
Friday:
- PD Day
Have a great week!
Sincerely,
Tiffany Austin
Principal, Thomas B. Riley School