Since June 2020 we have been hoping that the restrictions on social gatherings would be eased to the point that we could all gather as a community, either indoors or outdoors, to celebrate the accomplishments of Crestwood Preparatory College’s Class of 2020. Unfortunately, rather than the restrictions easing they have again been tightened, and the number of people allowed
On Thursday, October 22nd, 2020 we celebrated the academic accomplishments of the students for the 2019-20 school year based on their overall average on the June 2020 Final Report Card. Awards were presented to all those who achieved Honour Roll (overall average of 80% -89%) and Honour Roll with Distinction (90% plus) along with the
Next week, from October 26-30, Crestwood will be having its annual food drive to benefit the North York Harvest Food Bank. We have partnered with this organization for the past eight years to help support its mission to create food spaces and reduce food insecurity in our community. This year, the mission of the food
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Over the course of the 2020-21 school year, we have had students switching back and forth between fully online and in-person learning. In order to best support the health and safety of our school community, we ask that any student wishing to move fully online or remain online at this point in time, to re-declare their
RE: PA Zoom Meeting – October 22nd Please join us on Thursday, October 22 at 9:30 for the first Parents’ Association meeting of the 2020/2021 school year. Connect with parents of the Crestwood community and get updates on plans and possibilities for this unusual time. Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/4203676310 Meeting ID: 420 367 6310
October is Empathy Month here at Crestwood. The word “empathy” means to understand the way that someone else is feeling. Over the remainder of the month, students will be presented with empathy-related “thoughts of the day”, quotations and ways to get them away from just thinking about themselves and really engaging with other people in
Happy Thanksgiving to everyone and I wish you all the best this long weekend. This is just a friendly reminder to be mindful of social gatherings on the weekend. We are all seeing the daily increase in COVID-19 cases in Ontario and not following the guidelines could highly impact these numbers moving forward. Please remember
Meet the Teacher: Kim Williams Subject: PE and World Issues Grades: 8 – 12 Kim Williams grew up in Scarborough and Markham. She is married and has two sons and one daughter. During her spare time, Kim likes to attend major sporting events and watch her kids play sports. Of course, she also enjoys watching
The photo retake day has been changed as follows: – Thursday, October 15th for all Grade 8, 9 & 10 students who did not have their photos taken on the original date and for those wishing a retake. – Friday, October 16th for all Grade 7, 11 & 12 students who did not have their
By clicking the link below you will find the updated monthly calendar with the days that the Grades 9 & 10 or Grades 11 & 12 will be learning online. You will also see that we have indicated which 4-day block we are in as follows: Day 1 -4 (starts with the Grade 11 & 12’s at home
Toronto Public Health has advised immunizations to be completed at community clinics or your family doctor after cancelling the immunization school program. Many clinics are operating virtually or simply not administering vaccinations. Here are a few clinics within the community that will administer the vaccinations: Cassandra Clinic [2048 Victoria Park Ave] Nymark Medical Centre [4839 Leslie
Throughout the week Crestwood students and teachers have been participating in the Terry Fox School Run. Whether it has been during Physical Education classes or through our virtual school run over 150 people in the CPC community have run or walked 450 km! All to help fight cancer. We will continue with our virtual runs
Click to see Crestwood Preparatory College’s New Staff for 2020-2021: Welcome to Our New Staff 2020-2021
This week saw Crestwood take part in Orange Shirt Day: September 30 falls during the time of year when Indigenous children were taken away from their families to residential school. Crestwood staff and students wore their orange shirts on Wednesday to show their solidarity with Canada’s indigenous peoples and to take a step in the
The photo retake day has been changed as follows: – Thursday, October 15th for all Grade 8, 9 & 10 students who did not have their photos taken on the original date and for those wishing a retake. – Friday, October 16th for all Grade 7, 11 & 12 students who did not have their
By clicking the link below you will find the updated October monthly calendar with the days that the Grades 9 & 10 or Grades 11 & 12 will be learning online. You will also see that we have indicated which 4-day block we are in as follows: Day 1 -4 (starts with the Grade 11 & 12’s
Just a reminder the school store closes this Sunday. If you would like to order Crestwood Spiritwear get your orders in ASAP. https://www.leathersport.com/stores/crestwood Password: crestwood12 (Password is case sensitive)
Please review Crestwood Preparatory School’s Emergency Response Measure Plan: EMERGENCY RESPONSES
We would like to thank everyone for your patience and participation with the COVID-19 pre-screening. We have completed the transition to Edusafe. If you cannot find your initial invitation email for EduSafe, you can still set up your account by going to “edusafe.io” or using the EduSafe app for iOS and Android. Once there, use
Next week Crestwood will participate in Terry Fox runs and walks. Download the free app “Strava” to record your run or walk. Once you download Strava, spelled: S.T.R.A.V.A. to your phone, choose “Clubs” then join the “Crestwood Running Club”. Now you are all set to record your runs and walks for the week. We
Attention all hockey players! We will begin on-ice skills and drills next week. We have ice available for all those interested on the following dates: Tuesday October 6 Thurs. October 7 Tuesday October 13 Thursday October 15 Friday October 16 Tuesday October 20 Thursday October 22 Friday October 23 Tuesday October 27 Thursday October 29
The following clubs are up and running at Crestwood. Clubs are a great way for kids to get to know others, as well as build skills that enrich their academic curriculum, build life skills, and improve resume experiences. Please see below for information on clubs; Kids Lit Quiz team – Grade 7 (some 8’s)
Virtual Post-Secondary Information Night (Gr. 11 & 12) Thank you to all of the families that tuned into the Post-Secondary Information Evening For access to the presentation please access the link here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t87rPf95jiA&t=18s Advanced Placement (AP) Program Those students who are interested in participating in the AP program at Crestwood this year are encouraged
Used Uniforms If you would like to donate or purchase clean, gently used uniform pieces, please contact Maria at mariaelisabethsmith@me.com to arrange pick up / drop off. Donating is a great way to support Crestwood families.
Meet the Teacher: Stephanie Letham Subject: Math Grades: 9 – 10 Stephanie Letham grew up in Kawartha Lakes as a triplet with a brother and sister. She also has 2 stepbrothers and a stepsister. In her spare time, Stephanie reads a lot of fiction. She plays volleyball, when she can and walks and plays with
It is vitally important for the safety of all of our students that parents or guardians contact the office regarding any and all absences. Anytime your child will be late or miss part or an entire day of classes, parents, and guardians must notify the office as soon as possible (this applies for any absence,
Crestwood Preparatory College’s new nurse, Caitlin Faulkner, shares her knowledge on staying safe during COVID both at school and at home.
Ever wonder why your teachers are wearing stylish rompers on Fridays? What started as coincidence between Ms. Pagano and Ms. Reinsma has turned into a movement. The teachers are encouraged to wear their favourite rompers on Fridays and meet for a photo. This week we had thirteen teachers participate (all not pictured), and we look
