This week Benjamin Hausman, a student in 4A made an outstanding Project Give Back presentation on Bell Let’s Talk, an organization that is close to both him and his family. This presentation came at a perfect time, as the following day was Bell Let’s Talk Day. Bell Let’s Talk has become the world’s largest conversation about mental
Dear Parents, As we bring week 3 of remote learning to a close, we hope everyone has some successes and joyous moments to share. While it can feel stressful and overwhelming to get through these weeks, remember to stay positive, and focus on the good things that happened. Wrapping up the week with our
On Friday, January 22nd 4B hopped on a virtual school bus and ‘travelled’ to The Ontario Science Centre for a virtual field trip. We participated in a program on light and sound. Through experiments, demonstrations and conversations we learned about how people and animals use light and sound every day. Did you know that
We had a waddle of a week learning about penguins! They are fascinating birds. Our Kindergarten ZOOM room was filled with penguin songs, crafts, literacy and numeracy activities. See if you can solve Hudson’s penguin joke. What do penguins like to eat? A: Icebergers –Julie Fox & Carly Hebscher
We wore our clothes and hats backwards We sat backwards on our chairs We counted backwards and wrote our names backwards (see in the corner of our screen) We even sang the ABCs backwards A fun day in K.J …..I mean J.K –Ros Sandler & Melodie Young
Please take a moment to check out some of the fun and cooperative clubs being offered next week. Click image below to view the club list with Zoom links and additional info. Students can also navigate via Edsby to their Groups and click on ‘Find More’ – once they discover the club they are
“Check out Daniel in 4B playing Twist & Shout! He did a FANTASTIC JOB!! Consider this a teaser for something all of us Music Folk are cooking up!” –Amanda Birchard
Hello everyone I hope this message find you well. Just a friendly reminder that the final day for re-enrolment is JANUARY 31st. If you have not received the link and personal code that is necessary to re-enrol online, please email grace.cruz@crestwood.on.ca Stay home and stay safe!! Dalia Eisen
This week 5A’s theme was, Oh the Places You’ll Go, by Dr. Seuss. The students left Toronto (virtually — we know about the travel restrictions!) for the week and chose other countries to explore. Each student created a Google Slideshow and presented his/her chosen destination. Today, the students became Dr. Seuss Travel Agents as
Our Friday ‘Theme Day” was a great success. Scroll though some of our class pictures captured throughout the day.
I am pleased to announce the artist of the month – Lyla Bender. I know how much energy,time and effort this little artist has been putting into her work.Every class,Lyla brings full pages of new drawings to show me. I am proud of you Lyla, keep up the good work! Congratulations Lyla!!! My name is
“Nolan in 4B blew me away today when he shared his song, which he created on GarageBand. Way to go Nolan! Don’t forget us when you release the single!” – Mrs. Birchard
Dear Parents, Congratulations on completing the second week of online learning! We hope families have started to settle into a routine, and that students are adjusting to this virtual environment (again). We know how challenging remote learning can be, and we are so proud of our students for trying to make the best of
Hey Everyone! We know it isn’t the ideal to be apart especially when it comes to us doing fun house group activities. That doesn’t mean we can’t have any fun! This week we’re going to start with a few different activities, but always make sure you are watching for updated information or new activities/news
The JK boys and girls have had such fun talking about winter in ZOOM School. We…. did an experiment to make fake snow with a powder and a liquid melted snow made ice played with ice measured with mittens made paper snowflakes made snowmen with plasticine and even had a penguin day – we called
Dear Parents, Thank you for registering for our TAX-EFFICIENT STRATEGIES FOR PAYING FOR PRIVATE SCHOOL event held over the past two evenings. I hope these sessions provided an informative evening for you all and you were able to take away valuable tax saving strategies. If you were unable to join or would like to
Dear Crestwood Families, I’m sure you’re all aware that online learning has again been extended to February 10th. Please note the following: Students are being assessed online and we are monitoring their work completion and progress. We are making an effort to reduce the amount of homework so that students do not need to
“For January’s “Of the Month” artist, we discussed and listened to the music of Mozart. Since Mozart began playing the piano and composing music at age five, I asked the students what they were doing at age five. Click on the image below to reveal their unedited, raw responses using the Zoom chat platform.”
SKA is skating their way into the New Year! Happy New Year to all of our Crestwood Families! xo SKA
Dear Parents, Below is a message from the Ministry of Education for Private School families. Thank you for your continued support for students and staff during this challenging and uncertain time. We are encouraged by the efforts that have been made to accommodate students as they engage in remote learning. As a result of worsening
Dear Parents, Welcome to 2021! We hope you all had a much-needed restful and relaxing holiday season. While we could not return to in-person learning this week, we were excited to welcome the students to Virtual School and it was so nice to see everyone’s smiling faces again; this time without masks! We are
Dear Parents, Thank you to the many parents who have activated their School Admin accounts. For those who have yet to register please take the opportunity to do so at your earliest convenience. We will be unable to hold a spot for your child next year if you have not completed your re-enrolment form and
Dear Crestwood Parents, Private School tuition payments represent a significant investment. The School, through CIBC will be offering a workshop on efficient tax strategies related to tuition payments on Wednesday, January 13th, 2021 at 7:00PM. Please click here to attend this virtual workshop. Please be advised that this seminar is offered only as a public service to
Tis the season for some holiday fun! 3A created some wonderful gingerbread houses. Look at all of these festive, yummy masterpieces. –Paula Georgiou
Dear Parents, We can’t believe we are writing to you on the last day of Term 1, 2020! We are so proud of the progress our students have made and are so thankful to the teachers for the tremendous job they have done during this unprecedented time. We are so grateful to have made
In order to spread some joy this holiday season, the students at Crestwood School wrote cards and letters to the residents at Main Street Terrace Long Term Care Home in Toronto. The cards and letters from both the Primary and Junior Divisions have lifted the spirits of the 150 residents at Main Street Terrace,
She’s a little elf The one in SK Not the one on the shelf But the one that loves to play! Her name is Quinn 2 sparkling eyes A cute little grin She’s here to say goodbye! Have a safe and healthy holiday everyone! -SKA
‘Twas the last day of school and all through the class, the children were stirring and having a blast. We heard the teachers exclaim as they drive out of sight, Happy Hanukkah, Merry Christmas and to all a good night. Happy Holidays Love, SKB
Happy Holidays everyone! –Brandi Taylor
“Jingle Bells! Very proud of 4B having learned this holiday classic in a mere 2 classes. Happy Holidays! (Stick around for their dance of joy at the end)” –Amanda Birchard
