Welcome to Grade 9 at Alexander Mackenzie High School.
We know students and families often have lots of questions about starting high school and we are here to help.
Open House
Check the dates of our open house in the fall.
Missed the open house? Explore our website to learn more about the school and visit Preparing for the Transition to High School on the Board website to learn more about what to expect in Grade 8 and how you can start preparing now.
What Can You Expect at Alexander Mackenzie HS?
A place with a program and pathway for every student.
AMHS is a school many students describe as feeling like home. Our community reflects the diversity of York Region, with many cultures, languages and learning styles represented. Staff work closely together to ensure students are supported and connected. Whether a student arrives with a clear plan or needs time to discover their strengths, AMHS offers room to explore and grow.
Learn more about our school.
Vibrant Student Life
Student life is vibrant here, with a wide variety of different student clubs and teams to choose from. There are lots of opportunities for students to take on leadership roles, get involved, meet new people, explore their interests, try something new and build their skills.
Learn more about how you can get involved in clubs and athletics.
Programs For All Pathways
We offer a range of courses programs that let students gain practical experience and skills while working towards their secondary school diplomas or certificates, including:
- Arts Mackenzie
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme
- Deaf or Hard of Hearing Program
- Dual Credits
- High Performance Athlete
- Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program
- Personalized Alternative Education (PAE), including an Exploring Opportunities Program (EOP) (transportation focus) and an Alternative Learning Experiential Program (ALEP)
- Program for Accelerated Literacy and Mathematics (PALM)
- Four Specialist High Skills Majors, including Arts & Culture, Business, Health & Wellness and Transportation.
Learn more about our departments and programs.
A supportive environment
Our caring and dedicated staff are here to support student achievement and well-being. Learn more about the dedicated supports offered through:
Transitioning to Secondary School
We are here to support students in their transition to Grade 9 and throughout their high school years. We take extra care to ensure Grade 9 students feel welcomed, prepared and supported. This includes:
- Grade 8 transition supports, including scheduled visits to AMHS and opportunities to attend open houses and various program-specific information nights
- Welcome and orientation activities
- Academic and well-being supports
- Grade 9 Camp Day designed to help students meet other students and feel confident starting high school
Planning for Secondary School
Access resources and checklists to help you start planning for secondary school, and information about opportunities and what to expect.
