Activities
We offer a wide variety of activities for our students. Whether you are interested in athletics, the arts, or social clubs and community service, our school has opportunities for you. Extracurricular activities promote intellectual curiosity, creativity, compassion, and a strong work ethic. By doing extracurricular activities, a student can expand their social circle, develop new skills, and become better problem solvers. Research shows that students who do extracurricular activities tend to do better in the classroom, too. More information can be found on the grade level Google Classroom or by contacting the school directly.
Guest Speakers & Presentations in our School
Inviting guest speakers into schools is vital for enriching the curriculum. Guest speakers provide students with real-world perspectives and expertise that complement classroom based learning. They offer insights from their professional experiences, demonstrate the practical applications of academic concepts, and inspire students with firsthand accounts of successes, challenges, and perseverance. This learning broadens students' horizons and perspectives, sparks their curiosity, to explore new interests and career paths. Interactions with guest speakers enhance critical thinking and communication skills as students engage in discussions, ask questions, and connect classroom learning with the outside world.
School administrators consider, review and approve guest speakers based on a number of factors, including and not limited to commitments, requirements and responsibilities under the Education Act and other legislation, Ministry of Education directives, strategies, and policy/program memoranda, DDSB policies, procedures, plans and initiatives, the relevance and connection to the Ontario curriculum, age-appropriate content, and students’ interests and input, and feedback from School Community Councils.
A list of approved guest speakers can be found here. Approved guest speakers must adhere to and uphold rights and responsibilities under DDSB policies and procedures in their presentation content and delivery and interactions with students and employees in DDSB learning and working environments.
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Black Voices |
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Black voices is a group for students that identify as Black or from the African Diaspora to have a voice. It is a safe space for them to express their experiences, discuss topics of interest, participate in workshops/guest speakers, attend "field trips'' and learn more about their histories, cultures and any other issues related to being Black in Canada. (This council was previously known as ACC) Council Advisor: Ms. Hadaway Student Leader(s): TBD |
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Book Club |
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Council Advisor: Mrs.J. Smith Student Leader(s): TBD |
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DAA |
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Intramurals, athletic banquet, etc Council Advisor: MrsCampbell, Mrs.Mitchell Student Leader(s): TBD |
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Dance Council |
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Dance council supports the dance program, as well as promotes dance awareness. We welcome any and all students to participate as there is no dance experience required; there is no actual dancing involved. This council plans and prepares events run by the Dunbarton dance department, as well as supports the dance team by creating costumes, selecting songs, and more.
Student Leaders: Kelly Matthews (President), Isabella Sanchez (Vice-President), Maia Bridger (Secretary), Marissa Laird (Tech) |
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Dance Team |
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Dance team is a group of students with a passion for dance. This team is open to anyone, regardless of age or ability. In the dance team, we prepare and learn new choreography and perform it for school events such as pep rallies, spirit weeks, holidays, and other events at Dunbarton. We are an inclusive student body that maintains a positive and fun environment for all students. Council Advisor: Ms. Hadaway Student Leaders: Kelly Matthews (President), Isabella Sanchez (Vice-President), Maia Bridger (Secretary), Marissa Laird (Tech) |
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Days for Girls |
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Days for Girls is an international non-profit organization fighting period poverty and helping to promote reusable period products in order to reduce global waste. Our mission is to have menstrual equity everywhere. Access to clean and readily available menstrual products is a right. Join us on Wednesday’s in room 705 at 12:50 :) Council Advisors: Ms. Parfitt Student Leader(s): Niala Samlalsingh and Sahar Yusufi |
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Dungeons and Dragons Club |
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D&D club meets once a week in the library to have some fun playing Dungeons and Dragons. All are welcome, no experience required! Council Advisors: Mr. Vandendool, Ms. Kosh, Mr. Depuis Student Leader(s): Emma Vandendool |
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Environment Council |
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Provide environmentally minded and sustainable solutions for the school. Implement school & community-based enviro projects, emphasis on sustainable living, nature preservation, and climate justice.
Council Advisors: Mrs.Young, Mr.Brunette Student Leader(s): TBD
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GSA |
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The GSA is a student-run club that unites LGBTQ+ and allied youth to build community and organize around issues impacting them in our school and community. Direct action can come in many forms, including anti-slur campaigns, days of LGBTQ+ sensitivity or awareness, teacher training, and lobbying sessions to let school district officials know what they need to live authentically and thrive in school. Council Advisors: Mr. Jones Student Leader(s): TBD |
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Girl Talk |
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Girl Talk is a safe space for members to share and discuss their experiences from the female perspective. We aim to develop supportive networks amongst one another and within the community, experience leadership opportunities and strengthen self-advocacy skills. Council Advisors: Ms. Kolinas, Ms. Brock, Ms. Abel Student Leader(s): Danielle Shanahan & Naiomi Pyatt |
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Grade 9 Council |
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Grade 9 Council is not only a welcoming environment, it’s a place for Grade 9’s to build skills and meet new people! As a council, we organize fundraisers, events, and other activities to help raise money and build school spirit. Our council allows all of our members to take part in planning and organizing our events to ensure everyone is always included. Grade 9 council will strengthen your leadership, communication, and collaboration skills. If you want to meet new people, and be a part of making Dunbarton great for everyone, Grade 9 council is the place for you! Join us every Thursday at lunch! Council Advisors: Mrs.S.May & Mr.S.Paramasamy Student Leader(s): |
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The Hang Out |
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Social club with a focus on fostering social connections, inclusivity, and acceptance for students with special education needs. Council Advisors: T.Jerome, Student Leader(s): TBD |
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Impact Council |
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IMPACT Christian Council exists to make a positive impact on the school and community. We meet weekly to share & to plan events. Our largest yearly endeavour is the 2 week Santa Cause fundraising event each December in coordination with all the amazing councils in the school. Proceeds go to charitable organizations within our community such as Herizon House and St. Paul's food bank. Everyone is welcome to attend! Council Advisors: Mrs.Aziz Student Leader(s): TBD |
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Mentorship |
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Through this program, grade 9 & 10 Students will be matched with a peer mentor - Grade 11 or 12 students. Our mentors have valuable insight into the DHS experience, how to get involved, and knowledge of DHS supports, services and resources. Registration for the program on a first-come-first-serve basis. We will begin matching in early October. Once you're matched, you will receive an invite to our mentorship program in Student Success where you will connect weekly with your mentor and have access to a network of fellow mentees and mentors! Council Advisors: Mrs.Demaray, Ms.Palmer-Woods, Ms.Mulvihill, Ms.Mitchell & Mrs.Parfitt Student Leader(s): TBD |
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Mural Club |
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In this club students of all grades work together in collaboration to make murals to be hung up in the hallways of our school. Council Advisors: Ms. Bilinskis Student Leader(s): Alisha Ahmad |
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Music Council |
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Welcome to the Music Council! Music Council is open to students of all grades and runs throughout the whole school year! Our job is to help plan, organize, and promote events in our department! We meet every Monday at lunch in room 739, and are so excited to meet our new members this year! See you there!! Council Advisors: Lisa Barth Student Leader(s): Laura White, Irene Kalogridis https://www.wevideo.com/view/2408316689
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Peer Tutoring |
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If you are having difficulty in one or more of your courses, the Peer Tutoring Program may be of benefit to you. Dunbarton’s Peer Tutoring Program is designed to facilitate the provision of one-on-one peer-led tutoring sessions for grade 9 & 10 students who request course-specific help. Council Advisors: Mrs.J.Parfitt & Mr.Paramasamy Student Leader(s): TBD |
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Philosophy Club |
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Council Advisors: Mr.Dougall Student Leader(s): Gabrielle Bridi |
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Presidents Council |
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The Presidents of each club and council come together to discuss ways to improve our school community. This group organizes the school’s activities calendar, plans whole-school events and discusses student issues and concerns Council Advisors: Mrs.Demaray, Ms.Young, Ms.Campbell, & Ms.Nelson Student Leader(s): Maryam Ismail |
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Programming Club |
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Programming fun and prep for contests Council Advisors: Ms.Kosh Student Leader(s): TBD |
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Prom Committee |
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Planning Prom 2022 Council Advisors: Mrs.Young & Mrs Jewer Student Leader(s): TBD
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SLC (Service Leadership Club |
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We are excited to announce that the Service Leadership Club (SLC) is starting up this year! This club will be a combination of STOP and SOS, with a focus on spreading positivity. We invite any students who want to become more involved at school and develop their leadership skills to join. Throughout the year, we will organize many important events around Dunbarton, participate in charity events, and work to spread positivity at our school. It’s open to all students, with no application necessary. We encourage all interested in joining to please meet on Friday in room 414 @ 1:00 pm. Council Advisors: Mme Demary, Mr Kwon Student Leader(s): Jessica Bissoon, Rahitha Ramachanthiran, Paige Mcfarland, Chushanti Persaud and Sophie Zhang |
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STEM Club |
| Council Advisors: Ms. Pathmamathan & Ms.Russell |
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Student Council |
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SAC devotes itself to creating a positive school environment at DHS. The council runs school spirit, community service, mental-health, and leadership events throughout the year. SAC also runs the Student Senate and acts as the voice of our students at the Board Office. Council Advisors: Mme Demary, Mr.Smith Student Leader(s): Maryam Ismail |
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Social Justice Council |
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Council Advisors: Mr.Jones & Ms.Mulvihill Student Leader(s): Rhea Jandu & Maya Sinha |
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Spoken Word |
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Students learn the freeing and expressive art of Spoken Word Council Advisors: Mrs. Papadopoulos Student Leader(s): TBD |
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Trivia Club |
| We play trivia games and go to Reach for the Top tournament at Durham College. Reach teams represent their schools in a fast-paced trivia challenge testing both their knowledge and speed of recall. Council Advisors: Mr.Smith Student Leader(s): TBD |
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Yearbook Club |
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Yearbook Club is currently a class of students, taught by Ms. Morrison. We design the entire yearbook, including the layouts, cover, and additional clip art. Our goal is to document DHS happenings from PJ day to Rugby Matches! Currently, Yearbook Club is only open to the students who took the course, but stay tuned for more information once quad one is finished:) Yearbooks are for sale on SchoolCashOnline for $41 until December 17th. Buy yours before October 22nd though, and you’ll receive a free t-shirt with your purchase! Council Advisors: Ms. Morrison Student Leader(s): Isabella Sanchez and Esmé Hotta-Erlach |
| ATHLETIC TEAMS |
| FALL |
| Co-Ed Tennis Boys Golf - Stroke Play Girls Golf - Stroke Play Co-Ed Cross Country Girls Rugby 7's Girls Basket Ball Girls Field Hockey Boys Rubgy 7's Boys Valleyball Boys Soccer |
| WINTER |
| Co-Ed Badminton Co-Ed Swimming Girls hockey Girls Volleyball Boys Hockey Boys Basketball |
| SPRING |
| Co-Ed Track and Field Co-Ed Ultimate Frisbee Co-Ed Golf - Match Play Girls Rugby 15 Girls Soccer Boys Rugby 15 Boys Basball |
