STUDENT GOVERNMENT

The Student Activity Council (SAC) is Earl Haig’s central hub for student life. SAC organizes key annual events—such as Carnival Day, Carpe Day, and SAC Week, all while facilitating extracurricular activities and initiatives. SAC comprises presidents from all SAC Family Councils (Arts, Athletics, Class Representatives, Clubs, ECO, HaigTV, Junior, Outreach, SOPSS, Social, and Stage Crew), providing a comprehensive representation of the diverse Earl Haig community.

Arts Council works to join the Claude Watson program with collegiate students. Arts council encourages students to showcase their artistic talents through events such as Coffee House, Creation Rush, and Arts Week. Monthly workshops are also held for students who want to immerse themselves in the arts and meet students alike, building a strong community for the Arts at Haig.

Earl Haig Athletics Council (EHAC) is responsible for all extracurricular athletics activities, including hosting home games and tournaments, events like the Terry Fox Run and Athletics Banquet, intramurals, and promoting TDSSAA teams and athletes. EHAC is organized into three groups: Team Support, Events, and Promotions. Follow @ehssathleticcouncil to keep up to date with highlights from games, information for tryouts, and future events!

Clubs Council facilitates all of Earl Haig's extracurricular life. We ensure students have access to the plethora of opportunities available including but not limited to joining clubs, creating clubs, hosting and participating in events. Clubs Council is here to assist clubs with promotion, fundraising, liaising information from the TDSB to presidents, and more.

The Earl Haig Eco Council is a club dedicated to educating students about the impacts they have on the environment while also providing them with opportunities to counteract these impacts with positive changes. To do this Eco Council hosts a variety of green events including Presentations for Elementary Schools, Eco Cleanups, Bike repair workshops and more. To learn more come to an Eco Meeting!

HaigTV is a central spot for entertainment at Haig, seeking to promote the quality of school spirit via media projects with an emphasis on video; it serves as a representative of both of Haig's creative and high-quality media. HaigTV often collaborates with other clubs, councils, and teams to create promotional videos, alongside generating original content for Instagram and Youtube.

Junior Council represents the junior student body, focusing on building connections and creating opportunities for junior involvement at Earl Haig. Through organizing events and collaborating with other student groups, Junior Council provides a platform for juniors to actively participate and make an impact within the school.

Leaders Collective, also known as LC, is one of the largest student organizations at Earl Haig with over 200 committed members each year. The collective hosts various events each year such as Grade 12 Commencement, Parent-Teacher Interviews, LConnect+, Orientation Day, University Fairs, Financial literacy workshops, and more! LC strives to foster leadership, developing skills that will shape the leaders of tomorrow!

The Multicultural Council at Earl Haig Secondary School is a student-led council that celebrates the diverse cultures within the school community. Our purpose is to foster inclusivity, promote cultural awareness, and encourage cross-cultural understanding among students. We host annual events, including Multicultural Week, Multicultural Assembly, and Multicultural Lunch, where students showcase their heritage through performances, food fairs, and art displays. By celebrating the diverse cultures at Earl Haig, we aim to create a more connected and empathetic school environment where everyone feels valued and respected for who they are.

Outreach Committee is a SAC family council responsible for organizing fundraisers and school wellness initiatives. There are two sections: Community and Advocacy. The Community side of Outreach Council is focusing on involving the student body with the external community. The Advocacy side of Outreach Council is devoted to the safety and respect of all our school's citizens. Outreach will also be aiding with fundraising clubs this year. 

Prom Committee, as suggested by the name, is a group of students who work together to plan prom. The committee coordinates with the venue, plans themes, ticket sales, decorations, and every little detail to make prom perfect. 8 months of hard work goes into ensuring graduating seniors have a prom night to remember.

The Social Committee is a student-led group that brings Earl Haig students together through fun and inclusive events. Best known for organizing Semi-Formal, the committee is expanding its efforts with new initiatives that foster connection, school spirit, and community. These events aim to create lasting memories for all students. The committee values collaboration, inclusivity, and a strong sense of belonging.

The Student Organization for the Promotion of School Spirit (SOPSS) is the heart of Earl Haig’s school spirit. SOPSS is dedicated to fostering a welcoming community and positive space for the student body. Throughout the year, SOPSS organizes various school spirit initiatives such as SOPSS Assemblies, charitable drives, spirit weeks, and fun events such as Masked Singer: Teacher Edition, and SOPSS Slime.

Stage Crew is in charge of all technical and backstage aspects for all performance events at the school. Stage Crew runs everything from assemblies, to shows, to buyouts and flash mobs. Stage Crew plays a crucial role in the success of every school performance.