On Monday, January 18th, 2016, parents from the Primary, Junior and Intermediate Divisions’ are invited to a presentation and discussion about Internet Safety. Please join us at 7:00 pm in Lower Crestwood’s gym to hear Police Constable Laurie McCann discuss this ever-evolving challenge. Officer McCann has spoken at Crestwood School in the past and the
The U12 Basketball team travelled to Ridley College in style yesterday afternoon. From the moment we boarded our bus to the moment we stepped onto the court we had one thing on our mind, a win. Our boys took control of the game from the jump. In the first quarter we were up 9-7, which gave us some concern
Dear JK ~ Grade 3 Parents, Our skating program begins Thursday, January 7h, 2016 and runs for 9 weeks. Below you will find a few suggestions from Performance Skating Schools prior to the first lesson. • Ensure skater’s movement is not restricted as a result of bulky clothing. • Snow pants are not recommended. • Layer clothing
Dribble. Pass. Shoot! Crestwood U11 played well as a team last night versus Bayview Glen with a final score of 30-10. Half of our baskets were made by Tao Enkin! Great defense by Evan Goldman and strong power forward played by Steven Colas! Go Crestwood Go!
Much of our food that we buy is grown far away and often grown with chemicals and pesticides that keep insects from eating crops and help more food grow faster and larger. The problem is – these chemicals end up in the food we eat. Unfortunately, these chemicals are not healthy for us. As a
Scientists in Schools visited the grade 7 students on Thursday for an afternoon session about heat, energy, and particles. Students did experiments with candle-powered putt-putt boats, heat lamps, metal particles, and used lots of water, thermometers, and food colouring in the process. A hands-on and educational experience was had by all.
The 5B Class has started our science unit on Matter. In this experiment, we watched a liquid (water) change to a gas (steam). We also watched a solid (Jello powder) change to a liquid when it dissolved into the boiling water. The blue liquid then changed back into a solid in the fridge, and we ended
A huge Thank You to all member of the Crestwood community who donated items for our clothing drive. The donations started slow but grew steadily and the final count is impressive. These items will be put to good use. At Crestwood our tradition has always been to instill in our students the importance of helping those in need.
The home opener for the Crestwood U12 Boys Basketball Team took place yesterday versus the Crescent School. Crestwood had control of the contest from the outset but took their foot off the gas in the second half and ended up tying their neighbours. Coach Conn stated, “It is a work in progress. This team has
The Crestwood School Hockey Team started off their season with a dominant victory against the Pickering College Pumas. Our boys and girls played a strong, structured respectful game against a youthful, developing Pickering squad. Mike Fisher recorded the shutout and every skater registered at least one point. Our home opener is next Thursday at 3:15PM
On Tuesday December 1st, the U12 girls volleyball team travelled to BSS for their game opener of the season. With precision serving, bumping and spiking, the girls swept BSS 3 games straight. We would like to congratulate the team on their season opening victory. Coach Levinsky and Coach Suckstorff are very proud of the girls. They played exceptionally well! Their next game is
On Thursday November 26, the two Grade One classes wrapped up our Nutrition Unit by visiting Loblaws. When we first arrived, Dietician Maria took us on a ‘nutritional tour’ of the story. She talked to us about the importance of a healthy diet and showed us the locations of all 4-food groups. We then went
Imagine having to leave your homeland and arriving in a country in the middle of winter with practically nothing but the clothes on your back. At Crestwood our tradition has always been to instill in our students the importance of helping those in need. With this in mind, we would like to contribute to THE CLOTHING DRIVE, which
Crestwood School’s support for many causes, including the big battle against cancer continued this month with some of our male teachers taking part in the Movember campaign. It culminated today with our own “Movember/Twin” spirit day. The whole school community was welcome to display their own moustaches or dress as someone’s twin. Students are able to
Have you ever wondered how structures stand strong and stable all around us? Scientists in the Schools visited the Grade 3 classes on Tuesday to teach us about structural engineering. We learned that structures are anything that can be built that serve a purpose. Structures can be man-made or natural and must either be able
Viewing, analyzing, sketching, transferring, carving, ink printing…Grade 7 students spent a busy day at Harbourfront Centre on Wednesday. In a guided tour at the Museum of Inuit Art, students first learned about a variety of Inuit artists’ media and traditional themes. Thus inspired, they then headed to the art studio for a Lino Printmaking workshop to
This week the Grade 5 classes went to the Legislative Assembly in Queen’s Park. While there, they toured the building, participated in a mini-debate, and watched a live Question Period where Kathleen Wynne was present representing the current government. They were able to see many people, roles, and procedures that they have been learning about
It is Friday, the 13th. No news is good news. Enjoy a safe weekend!
The Grade 5 classes provided a thoughtful and educational Remembrance Day Assembly on Wednesday for all Crestwood students and staff. The presentation in the gymnasium was complete with slideshows, poetry, prose and a special presentation by our Junior Choir. After the assembly closed our Junior students gathered in the playground to listen to The Last Post. Shortly
The Crestwood School Parents Association’s first fundraising program, Print My Art, is well underway and your children have been putting their artistic skills to work! Each student is creating one art piece at school. Once completed (mid November), it will be sent home with an order form so that you can see the various options
DRESS FOR SUCCESS! With autumn weather upon us, we ask that you help us to ensure that your children are dressed so that they stay warm and dry when they are outside. All students should come to school with the appropriate cold and/or wet weather clothing. This should include hats, mitts or gloves, raincoats, and
Once again some of the male members of the staff are offering up their faces to grow fantastic facial art (well they’d like to think so anyway). To show Crestwood’s support for all causes including the big battle against cancer, we will be hosting our own “Movember/Twin” spirit day at the end of November. It will
On Friday, November 6th, the Grade 3’s participated in a dynamic, hands-on workshop at The Ontario Science Centre. As an introduction to our Science unit on “Structures”, the Grade 3’s investigated types of structures, elements of force and tension, as well as special shapes that increase the stability of various structures. The workshop was highly
On Thursday, November 5th, the Primary Division travelled to the Newmarket Theatre to watch the production of Mary Poppins. The show took the students and teachers on many magical and memorable adventures. Mary Poppins reminded us that “Anything can happen if you let it.” It was a magical time had by all staff and students.
At 7:45am last Thursday without knowing it the flag football team would board a bus en-route to Iceland in Mississauga to make history! Taking the field for their first game in the bitter cold and gusting wind, the team held onto their great attitude and battled on despite the frigid conditions. After some great plays, and back
Hello Parents, If you have not done so already, please take a moment to book an appointment with your son/daughter teacher(s) for Thursday, November 19th. Notices were mailed out earlier this week. If you have any issues or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact your child’s teacher directly via email. Click on link below
The U9 Soccer team ended their season at the annual Crescent Jamboree on Friday, October 30th. It was an afternoon filled with soccer and fun! The team played four straight games clinching one shut-out against Bayview Glen. Our goalies Adam P. and Daniel M. were stellar in net and never took their eyes off the
The winter athletic season is here with try-outs commencing over the next few weeks. Below is a list of the first try-out dates for each team. Future tryout dates and times can be found on the school website www.crestwood.on.ca U12 Boys Basketball – Wednesday, November 11th ~3:45- 4:45pm @ Glendon Gym U11 Basketball – Monday, November 23rd ~3:45-
Wow! What a finish at the CISAA Cross Country Finals at Centennial Park on Wednesday. We had Crestwood runners laced up and ready to tackle the course on such a gorgeous, sunny, fall day. Cheered on by parents and coaches, our athletes conquered a 2 kilometer course that took them over grassy areas, hills, and forest
We did so well that we were put into a higher ranking for our final tournament at the Toronto French School this Saturday, October 31, on Halloween Day! Unfortunately, not even our French could help us win these games! We fought so hard against The York School, but lost 5-0. We picked up our courage and tried
