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Upcoming Events & Key Dates

Friday, September 25: Kindergarten Welcome
Wednesday, September 30: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation/Orange Shirt Day
Friday, October 2: Terry Fox Run
Wednesday, October 7: Curriculum Night
Monday, October 12: Thanksgiving (no school)
Thursday, October 29: Halloween Dance
Wednesday, November 11: Remembrance Day
Friday, November 13: Movie Night/Fall Fundraiser
Friday, November 20: PA Day (no school)

See the TDSB Monthly Allenby Calendar for information on upcoming events, athletics, choir, and school closures at Allenby.

See the TDSB School Year Calendar 2026–2027 for the Day 1-5 cycle, PA days, holidays, and the first and last days of school.

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Halloween Scavenger Hunt – Oct 31st

By APA on October 23, 2020 in Events

As we know, Halloween will be a bit untraditional this year, but that doesn’t mean it can’t still be fun! On Saturday, October 31st, we are encouraging families to get out and participate in Allenby’s first annual “Halloween Scavenger Hunt”. Will there be prizes? Yes! We will be drawing for $75 gift cards for take […]

Join the TDSB for its virtual Parents as Partners Conference!

By APA on October 23, 2020 in TDSB News

This year’s conference takes place, virtually, over two days – Saturday, October 24th, and Sunday, October 25th. It includes two amazing keynotes, as well as a host of breakout sessions that you can choose to tailor to your own interests and needs. Some of the sessions offered include special education, mental health and well-being, anti-Black […]

Looking for a Web Designer

By APA on October 23, 2020 in Volunteer

The APA is looking to overhaul the allenbyparents.com website and we are looking for some expertise in web design. Please contact Lisa Parker if you can help out.

Staying Connected

By APA on October 23, 2020 in Communication

How did I miss that update? Where did you get that information? Why do I feel so out of the loop? A lot of information shared by the school, APA, TDSB and Toronto Public Health is shared via Twitter. If you do not already have a Twitter account, please follow these […]

Dressing for the Weather

By APA on October 16, 2020 in School News

This year of all years, outdoor time is precious. It is a time to get out of the classroom and building, have a mask break, move around, and maybe feel a little normal again. We have been very lucky with the weather so far this year. There have been only a few rain days but […]

Mental Health Matters – Resiliency

By APA on October 16, 2020 in APA Speaker Series

Last year, we were very fortunate to host Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe, a multi-award-winning psychology and education instructor, who specializes in resiliency, navigating stress and change, and personal wellness in the workplace. Her presentation to a packed house at Allenby was phenomenal and definitely resonated for families with children of all ages. Given today’s challenges, resiliency […]

Virtual After 4 Survey

By APA on October 16, 2020 in After 4

The APA would like to gauge parent/student interest in Virtual After 4 Programming through the winter. Specific vendors/programs have not yet been identified but we’d like to determine the level of interest in the idea. We’re thinking that the winter months might be a good time to offer some organized activities that kids can log […]

Staying Connected

By APA on October 16, 2020 in Communication

Thanksgiving Food & Essentials Drive

By APA on October 9, 2020 in Community Awareness

In order to give back to our community this Thanksgiving, Allenby and the APA will be holding a food and essentials drive from Wednesday, October 14th to Friday, October 16th. Students are encouraged to bring in non-perishable food and/or personal care items to be dropped off as they enter […]

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