Gr. 6 Trip Meeting Reminder

Grade 6 students will be going on a two night, three day trip to Ottawa. This educational experience will give students the opportunity to visit a number of historically and/or politically significant locations throughout Canada’s capital. The group will depart on the morning of Wednesday, June 7th, and travel by coach bus to Ottawa. They […]

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First in Flag Football

The eight brave members of Crestwood’s U12 Flag Football team hit the gridiron early Wednesday morning for their final tournament. As the team took the field in their first game they knew they had to come out strong against Bond Academy if they had any hope of claiming the ultimate victory. Playing as they trained the team played tough from the first snap dominating […]

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CSPA Meeting Minutes

CSPA MEETING – Tuesday December 6, 2016 1. Dalia’s Update Mathletics- has been launched school wide. On-line math program monitored by child’s teacher. Child can do easier work, at level or enriched. Children can compare and be motivated by seeing his/her performance relative to kids around the world. Program very motivating- kids love it. Crestwood […]

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Snowstorm Procedures

In light of Thursday’s (Dec.15th) unexpected snowstorm, please review the information below. If there is a heavy snowstorm overnight and it stops by approximately 5-6:00 in the morning, there should be no problem with the hill.  The city has us on their priority list and will plow the hill 2-3 times before 7:30.  We end up with the best plowed […]

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Crestwood Student takes on Tiny Tim

Soulpepper’s beloved production of A Christmas Carol has become a Toronto tradition. Follow Ebenezer Scrooge as he is visited by three ghosts who help him understand the importance of charity in the holiday season. With Crestwood School’s own Cody Black starring as Tiny Tim this classic is sure to be a hit.  The production runs […]

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What’s The Matter?

5A and 5B had an amazing time with their Scientist in School this week. Through a series of hands-on experiments, students were able to create and experience both chemical and physical changes.  They were also able to identify a mystery substance by conducting an experiment using vinegar, iodine, and grape juice!  This was a great way for both classes […]

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Mind of the Athlete

Present, But Preoccupied You are here, but not really here. Your mind is elsewhere. You don’t think that the people around you notice it. They do. You don’t think that it is hurting your relationships with them.  It is. Disinterested. Disengaged. Distracted. You are an emotional vortex as your mind drifts deep into thoughts elsewhere. Present, but preoccupied. […]

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Strength Psychology

Stop beating yourself up mentally. You spend too much time replaying your mistakes in your mind. By doing so, you are creating lots of negative mental images. Reserve analyzing your past mistakes for times when you’re with your coach. Spend more time replaying the positive, technical aspects of your performances. This is called strength psychology. […]

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Gr.5 Travel to Legislative Assembly

The Grade 5 classes spent Wednesday morning at the Legislative Assembly of Ontario. They were able to participate in a mock debate and learn about the many responsibilities of the provincial government. Unfortunately they were unable to meet the honourable Kathleen Wynne, Premier of Ontario as she was away on business.  It was a short trip that […]

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Knock, Knock, Knockin’ on Crestwood’s Door

While the majority of the student body slept in and enjoyed the first day of a four-day weekend, many of the Crestwood School House Heads sacrificed their free day to come into school and help out with the parent teacher interview process. Making sure the day runs smoothly, they offer assistance to parents, teachers and […]

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Crestwood Donates Over 1000 Books!

This week Crestwood kicked off our annual book drive.  Students and teachers donated gently used children’s books and dressed up as their favourite literary characters for the day.  All books will be donated to The Children’s Book Bank, a local charity that provides programming and books for underprivileged children in Toronto.  Thanks to the generosity […]

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The Science of Structures

On Wednesday, the Grade 3’s visited the Ontario Science Center.  We investigated balance, stability, shape, materials and the function of structures. We performed experiments with compression, tension and load. Our students were able to design and build bridges, towers and arches using various materials, and then test their structural limits.  We learned that structures can […]

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