Speech Day - Friday, June 16, 2023
Trinity College School is pleased to invite family and friends of our Grade 12 graduating students to attend Speech Day 2023 which will take place on Friday, June 16th. On this webpage you will find the details you need to ensure an enjoyable day on campus. Please familiarize yourself with the information below, and if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Jennifer Dunbar James, assistant to the head of Trinity College School, at 905-885-3217 ext. 1202 or jdunbarjames@tcs.on.ca.
Speech Day Schedule for Leaving Class Families & Friends
| Friday, June 16, 2023 | Click here for a printable schedule* |
| 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. | Leaving Class Service in The Memorial Chapel** Those with reserved seats, please arrive by 9:40 a.m.; chapel doors will close at 9:45 a.m. |
| 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | Graduate & Family Brunch (Cirne Commons & the lower gym) |
| 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Prize Giving Ceremony & Presentation of TCS Diplomas (Large tent on terraces, in front of W.A. Johnson Classroom Block) Please be seated by 12:45 p.m. Leaving Class photo to follow Families are asked to observe at a distance to allow for the official photograph to be taken |
| 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. | Reception in The Lodge Garden |
Reservation Required - Leaving Class Service
All family members and friends of graduates are welcome to attend most of the Speech Day activities, including the buffet brunch, the prize giving ceremony and the presentation of TCS diplomas to the leaving class, as well as the reception in The Lodge Garden.
Our special Leaving Class Service takes place in The Memorial Chapel at 10:00 a.m. Due to space constraints, each graduating student may have a maximum of two family members attend the Leaving Class Service.
Families must use an online reservation system to secure two seats of their choice for the Leaving Class Service in the chapel. Families are encouraged to book promptly as seats go quickly.
Leaving Class Service on Speech Day: Unfortunately, those without confirmed seat numbers will not be able to gain access to the chapel for the 10:00 a.m. service on Friday, June 16th. Please also note that the chapel doors will close promptly at 9:45 a.m. and all reserved seats that are unoccupied at that time will be released; thank you for planning to arrive at the chapel no later than 9:40 a.m. No food or drink permitted in the chapel; please put phones on silent mode.
Family members who are late arriving to the chapel or who were unable to secure a seat due to capacity limits will be invited to proceed to the Dick and Jane LeVan Theatre where the School will stream the Leaving Class Service for their exclusive viewing. Please note that theatre seating will be available on a first come, first served basis.
If you have any questions regarding seating at the Leaving Class Service, please direct them to Campbell Hall: chall@tcs.on.ca or 905-885-3217 ext. 1346.
Questions About Speech Day?
Does my family need to RSVP or reserve a seat to attend? Only the Leaving Class Service is limited by building capacity, therefore seating is limited to a maximum of two guests per graduate and advance reservation of seats is required. All other Speech Day events are open to all family and friends with no reservation or RSVP required.
What is the expected dress attire on Speech Day? Students will be in uniform #1 dress. For family and friends, there is no dress code, however, many families opt to wear “business casual” or “garden party” attire. A reminder that the afternoon ceremony is outdoors, so attendees may wish to consider the weather conditions.
How are diplomas presented to graduates? Diplomas will be handed out in a protective tube, unframed. Those interested in purchasing a TCS-crested frame (sized for the Grade 12 diploma) from the school store can click here for more information.
How do I order the full graduating class photo (which is taken immediately after the Prize Giving ceremony)? Grad parents will receive an email with more information on this in the summer.
Is there a formal graduation dinner for graduates and their families? The Class of 2023 Grad Parent Committee is looking forward to hosting the 2023 TCS Grad Dinner event for grads and their families. The event will take place on Saturday, June 17th at the Toronto Marriott at the CF Eaton Centre. Interested grad families must reserve tickets by June 5, 2023. Those wishing to book hotel rooms at the Marriott should do so soon. For enquiries about this event, please contact Jennifer Petrolito at parents@tcs.on.ca.
Where can I access directions to campus? Where do I park on campus? Click here to view directions to the TCS campus. Click here to view and print the TCS campus map. TCS staff and signage will direct parents to available parking locations. Please note that illegal parking may be subject to ticketing by the local authorities.
I am travelling and plan to arrive prior to Speech Day…where can I find local accommodation? Some of our local hotels include:
Hampton Inn by Hilton – Port Hope
Best Western Plus Cobourg Inn & Convention Centre
Comfort Inn – Port Hope
Comfort Inn – Cobourg
Hotel Carlyle & Restaurant – Port Hope
Breakers Motel on the Lake – Cobourg
The Waddell Hotel – Port Hope
Lakehurst Estate – Cobourg
There are also a variety of Airbnb rentals available in Port Hope and Cobourg.
Who do I contact if I require further assistance? For questions about Speech Day, please contact Jennifer Dunbar James, assistant to the head of Trinity College School, at 905-885-3217 ext. 1202 or jdunbarjames@tcs.on.ca. For questions about Leaving Class Service seating, please contact Campbell Hall at chall@tcs.on.ca or 905-885-3217 ext. 1346.
