OVERVIEW

YMCI Student Leaders is a dynamic group of Grade 11 and 12 students who serve as positive role models and mentors to our junior students—especially our incoming Grade 9s.

Founded as a proud Memo tradition in the 2023–2024 school year, this leadership program is all about building community, school spirit, and a sense of belonging from day one.

💼 What Do Student Leaders Do?

Student Leaders represent York Memorial with pride and purpose. They:

• Receive weekly leadership training

• Help host major school-wide events such as:

  • Head Start to High School

  • Grade 9 Orientation Trips (Camp Green Acres, Snow Valley, Centre Island)

  • Muskoka Woods Grade 10 Leadership Trip

• Visit Grade 9 homerooms to promote school involvement and extracurricular life

• Foster a welcoming environment and help new students transition smoothly into high school

• Mentor our Grade 9 students

• Promote school pride, culture, and community
  
  

🌟 Why It Matters

Our Student Leaders are the heart of York Memo’s welcoming culture. By showing up, supporting others, and helping organize unforgettable experiences, they help turn a new building into a second home for many.

Whether they’re leading a dodgeball tournament, mentoring younger students, or cheering on new Mustangs at the next school-wide event—our Student Leaders lead with kindness, confidence, and Memo spirit.

Applications for Student Leaders go out in December of students' Grade 10 year.