Future School Events/Activities

Ecuador Trip 2026

Final Registration Opportunity Information

This past spring we launched Garth Webb Secondary School’s next service learning trip to Ecuador during March Break 2026! We’ve got over 25 students joining us already, but we’re offering one final opportunity for students to join us on this amazing adventure!

We launched the trip in the spring for grade 11 and 12 students to ensure our senior students had the opportunity to register. Now, because we have a few spots left, we’re opening the trip up to grade 10 students as well. Grade 11 and 12 students who are interested but didn’t join in the spring are also welcome to register now.

Ready to enroll? Click here: https://www.eftours.ca/tour-website/2797949MD

Grad Photo Bookings

Attention Grade 12s! Be sure to book your grad photo sitting so you don't miss out on being in the grad composite and in the grad section of the yearbook. Grad photos are happening here at the school from November 10 - December 5.

Click here to book your appointment today!

Rugby International Trip

Exciting news! The Rugby Portugal/Spain trip is now open for GIRLS! This trip is open to all current and new players interested in playing this school season.

We will have an information meeting night in mid November that will give parents/guardians and students more details, but the following is what is included in the cost of the tour:

Return airfare from Toronto to Lisbon
Private luxury motorcoach and driver in Portugal and Spain as per itinerary
9 nights’ accommodation, including breakfast each morning
2 of the 9 nights at an all-inclusive sports resort, with four 90-minute training sessions
Transportation and admission to all selected excursions as noted on the final itinerary
2 friendly matches versus local teams in: Seville and Lisbon
All applicable taxes and service charges
Daily services of a Tour Director

We have a Rugby Committee at the school that is building individual and team fundraising options. Full information packages can be found at the Phys Ed Office.

If you have any questions, please e-mail Mr. Emmerson (emmersonk@hdsb.ca).

Career Coaching Event

GWSS will be hosting guest speakers through the Ministry of Education’s Career Coach Program for all grade 10 students, which is being led by the non-profit HIEC. This initiative connects students with industry professionals to explore career pathways and develop essential skills for their futures.

Students will hear directly from experts about career options, industry insights, and ways to pursue meaningful opportunities.

Event Details

Date: November 5th

Time: Blocks A and B (8:30 - 11:10 am)

Location: GWSS Cafeteria and Library

Leaders League @ GWSS

Leader’s League Launches at Garth Webb!

We’re thrilled to kick off our 8-week Leader’s League Program at Garth Webb, an inspiring initiative led by Halton Multicultural Centre - Connections that focuses on developing leadership, communication, and team-building skills in a dynamic and inclusive environment.

As part of this exciting journey, students are working collaboratively on a very special legacy project: creating Garth Webb’s very own school mascot, brought to life through a stunning 3x3 two-dimensional paper mosaic board. Once complete, this artwork will be gifted to the school and proudly displayed in the library, portraying a lasting symbol of creativity, unity, and school spirit.

We can’t wait to see the incredible results from this passionate and dedicated group of future leaders!

Your Garth Webb Councils (Arts, Athletic and Student Activities) are happy to announce our first SPIRIT WEEK!

On Monday show off your Garth Webb spirit and Chargers pride
Tuesday get cozy in your favourite fall-weather sweaters
Wednesday is the day to sport your best flannel
We will all be comfy on Thursday in our pajamas! Head down to the Drama Room at lunch for some nostalgic Halloween episodes
Friday is Halloween! Wear your costume or black and orange and come out to the caf at lunch to watch your favourite teachers compete for best costume!

The Councils can’t wait to see your spirit GW!

Take Our Kids to Work Day - Nov 5, 2025

The Halton District School Board is proud to be involved in Take Our Kids to Work Day, now coordinated through The Students Commission of Canada. Since 1994, Take Our Kids to Work™ has grown from a regional program into a nation-wide project involving millions of Grade 9 students and hundreds of thousands of workplaces. This year, based on the strong support for the 2022 event, we expect that even more students and workplaces will participate. Please read this family message for more information on the event.

Please ensure that the Take Our Kids to Work Day Permission Form is signed and returned

to your child's period 1 teacher by the following date: Wednesday October 29th, 2025.

If your student needs help with finding a placement, please contact Mrs. Andrea Brock (brocka@hdsb.ca).

October is International Walk to School Month

IWALK is a global celebration of active transportation that takes place every October. It's a great opportunity to promote healthy habits, reduce traffic congestion, and support a cleaner environment.

We encourage all of our students and families to walk to school as often as possible throughout the month. Whether it's walking the whole way or just part of the route, every step counts!

Let’s get moving and make October a month of healthy choices and community spirit!