News from Ms. Hektor

SAFETY FIRST Although we have Crossing Guards on duty before and after school, when you are driving through Crestwood Property we ask that you are especially cautious and vigilant.  Please put safety first.  Also, remember that students MUST be dropped off at the atrium before school in the morning.  We ask that you take the

Edsby Access

Dear Crestwood School Parents, In order to ensure that all parents have easy access to the information provided on Edsby, we ask that you let your child’s homeroom teacher know if you are experiencing any difficulty accessing Edsby. Please email your child’s teacher directly and describe any issues you have experienced.  We will look into

Kindergarten to Willowgrove Farm

The JK/SK boys and girls had a beautiful day at Willowgrove Farm. They went for a tractor ride, picked a pumpkin in the pumpkin patch and even built a real Scarecrow! We weighed pumpkins and estimated pumpkin seeds. And did you know that pumpkins float! We ended our day having a picnic lunch and playing in the

U10 clips CDS

Although we were down 5 players, we still managed to score 7 goals- again! Within the first minute, Spencer scored with an assist from Adam and carried forward by Christopher! Second and final goals scored by Adam, another by Spencer, and three more by William! Strong defence by Chloe and Farnood, great coverage across the

Print My Art

The CSPA’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 to be purchased:

From Grace’s Desk

Now available in the school office: Mini washable, reusable cotton canvas totes  – please let the office know if you wish to purchase ($8.00 each). Crestwood School uses these totes to transport permission forms, money, etc. so that we can don’t have to use envelopes each time. Thank you.

U13 Blasts BVGS

The U13 soccer team entered the game missing several players and fielding a new goalkeeper who was recently called up from the U12 team. After a nervous start Crestwood began moving the ball around and created several chances before Mateo Rocha struck a spectacular shot into the top corner. Not to be outdone Adam Pearlman

Crestwood X-Country

On Wednesday, Crestwood’s Cross Country Team wowed us again as our athletes competed against runners from Bayview Glen and Crescent School​! Each race has been like we’ve been building a fire. With each school practice, we have been training and adding more and more fuel. At just the right moment in every meet, our students light the match and

Crestwood Kids Cap Competition

Grade 5 student’s Evan Prosserman and Michael Barsoum dominated the “2015 Skate Canada Octoberfest Competition” for Central Ontario. These two boys were the top 2 skaters in their division (pre-juvenile U11 Men’s). They both skated extremely well with Evan capturing the Gold medal with a final score of 22 points and Michael winning the Silver

Girls Basketball Clips Kingsway College

On Tuesday the U12 Girl’s basketball team played an amazing game against Kingsway College. Crestwood had a very strong offense led by Molly, Maya, and Noa. We had many shots on net and moved the ball around very well. We also had very strong defense led by the aggressive play by Leila, Amy, and Charlotte.

U10 Soccer Strikes

Another game, another win! Sweet passes and smart plays between Spencer and Beckett, resulting in numerous shots on net! Strong offense by Kanmi led to his first goal of the season; congrats! Amazing control of the midfield by Sadie and Chloe! Our aggressive defense never fails; great job Max, Egor, and Christopher! Go Crestwood Go!

U9 Soccer Strong

On Monday, the U9 soccer team challenged Crescent School in a game that won’t soon be forgotten. Our power players spent the majority of the first half taking shots on goal. Jay had three breakaways and scored the first goal of the game. Our defense guarded the goal, blocking the majority of shots on net.

School Clubs Info

After school clubs begin on Monday, October 19th.  Clubs begin at 3:45 pm and run until 4:45 pm.  Please Note, students can be picked up at 4:45 pm from the Club classroom.  After that time they will be taken to aftercare.  The following clubs are taking place on the days listed below. Monday Homework Club Art

Girls Hoops Fall Short

The U12 girls basketball team played their hearts out Thursday against Montcrest School. Although they battled hard throughout the game they didn’t come out with a win.The offense was led by Noa, Molly and Maya while the defence held strong with a great effort by Leila, Amy and Jordan. The final score was 21-18 for

News from Ms. Hektor

Grade 6 students and parents who would like to find out more about Grade 7 Roots at Crestwood Lower School, please join us at Lower Crestwood on Thursday, October 22 at 7:00 pm in the gym.  There you will have an opportunity to learn about our Grade 7 Intermediate Roots programme, and the opportunities available to our Grade 7

Crestwood Hosts SSAF X-Country Finals

Let’s go Crestwood! What an amazing race day at Sunnybrook Park today for our SSAF Finals. Students in our Under 8 boys, Under 10 boys, and Under 12 girls brought home medals and ribbons. This is quite an accomplishment considering that there were over 1000 athletes competing. Students, teachers and parents cheered on our team

U10 Soccer defeats TYS

Wow, can you say SUCCESS? Crestwood faced The York School and beat them 7-1! This was a great comeback after last week’s game. A hat trick by Beckett, with an assist by Kanmi, a brace by Adam, breakaway goal by William, and Josh flew right past the goalie and scored again! Noah showed some excellent

Senior Scorcher Stuns Sterling

With a full compliment of players the U13 Soccer team arrived at the field eager to atone for their loss the previous week. Crestwood started well and within 20 minutes scored a fantastic goal. A short corner involving Adam P and Aidan T resulted in a cross that was met with a firm header from

Mark your calendar!

Mark your calendars for Crestwood’s School Scholastic Book Fair!  October 27-October 29 The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to our school! What better way to promote reading to our students than by supporting this important literary event.  We invite your entire family to participate by purchasing the latest and greatest in children’s books. Your support

From Ms. Hektor’s Desk

Gr.7 Trip The Grade 7 Trip to Ottawa has been confirmed.  Grade 7 parents, please note that the dates for the trip are:  Monday June 6 until Wednesday June 8th, 2016. Gr.5 and 6 to College Letters regarding the Grade 5 and 6 trip to Crestwood College on October 21st were sent home today.  Please note that

U9 Soccer Strong

U9 Soccer team travelled to Bayview Glen yesterday. The team exuded athleticism and energy.  Crestwood played against three different BVG teams and stayed consistently strong throughout.  We tied the first game and Daniel M. was dynamic in net.  Tyler S. displayed his incredible skills giving Crestwood some points on the scoreboard.  The boys and girls never gave up and

Golf Team Tees Off

The Crestwood Golf team hit the links with former Golden Nut Champion coaches Connors and Cooper at Bathurst Glen yesterday. Despite the chilly weather and a misting rain, the team enjoyed themselves and blasted some great shots. Golfers Cameron V., Richie Z. and Colin W. had sweet swings while Bradley Parker finished with a solid 83 and

U13 Soccer Week in Review

The U13 Co-Ed soccer team got their season started with a tie against Holy Trinity 3-3 on Tuesday at the Glendon Field. The contest was a back and forth affair with several lead changes. Evan Senior got the Cougars started with a one time tally after a great team buildup. The Holy Trinity Tritons fought back

XCountry @ Sunnybrook

On your mark, get set, RUN!!!!! And that’s exactly what our Crestwood Cross Country Team did on Tuesday afternoon this week.  We congregated at Sunnybrook to compete in a CISAA Meet hosted by Crestwood.  Our students were energized and ready to go.  In our Under-9 Girls category, we had 5 Grade 3 girls who placed

Girls Bball Ties Pickering College

The Crestwood Cougars U12 Girls basketball has started the season on a nice roll. They took on Pickering College at Glendon in their second contest and proceeded to shoot the lights out. Pickering was twice their size, so the Cougars decided they would need to take it to the next level while using their speed

Used Uniform Sale Next Week

Don’t miss your chance to save at least 50% off quality uniform items at the Used Uniform Sale on Wednesday, October 14th. 8-10AM and 2:30-4:30PM in the gym. We are once again accepting your donations of “gently used” uniform clothing for use in the sale. Please drop any donations at the main office no later than Tuesday Oct

Gr.1 to Chudleigh’s

Last Friday the Grade Ones braved a cold and windy day and set off to Chudleigh’s. Did the weather stop us from having a fabulous time – never! With our wonderful parent volunteers, we jumped on a haystack, tasted apple cider, saw many farm animals, enjoyed our tractor ride through the orchard, picked the juiciest