Teachers are the heart of Crestwood and the students’ main connection to success. The Parents’ Association would like to help you get to know our teachers a little better through a series of “Meet the Teacher” articles that will feature different teachers ongoing. Please see the PA News section at the bottom of the newsletter.
Category: Crestwood News
Thrive Leadership Symposium
Here are our junior and senior prefects who are leading the way on initiatives for the future of Crestwood. They joined dozens of students from around Ontario to learn how to lead the next generation of our school system.
Update from Toronto Public Health re: COVID-19
Dear Parents and Guardians, We hope this email finds you well. We are forwarding updated information from Toronto Public Health regarding COVID-19 (2019-nCoV) which you will find attached. Travellers who have recently been in the Province of Hubei, China (including Wuhan City), are asked to limit contact with others for a total of 14 days from
Spring Sports Season
Upon returning from the March Break we will begin our spring sports season. Tryout schedule below; Team Grade Level Coach(es) Tryout Date Tryout Time U14 Lacrosse 7-8 Mr. Lam Monday March 2 3:30-4:30pm U14 Boys Slowpitch 7-8 Mr. Peerenboom TBA TBA U14 Touch Rugby 7-8 Mr. Smith Tuesday March 24 7:00-8:00am U14 Co-ed Track and
Sports Roundup (Feb. 28)
On Feb. 24th, the Junior Girls Volleyball team faced off with Toronto Montessori School. It was a match that kept everyone on the tips of their toes. Early on, the ladies took a comfortable lead, taking the first two sets with some great digs from Isabella Rigny and hits from Ella Okubasu. With just one
Bon appetit!
The Kindergarten classes all enjoyed Pancake Tuesday! We love to bring cooking into the classroom. We used our senses while cooking the pancakes. We saw the pancakes, we smelled the pancakes, we heard the butter sizzling on the pan, we touched the pancakes, and finally, we tasted the pancakes! That was the best part! Did you know that cooking with children provides practical
Gr.1 Exploding with Energy
The Grade Ones were treated to a workshop on Energy this week. Scientists in the School visited our classrooms and taught us all about Solar Energy, Sources of Energy, Heat Energy, Light Energy, and Conservation of Energy. Through many hands on activities, we learned that the Sun gives us energy, heat and light and
Spring Training Around the Corner
A big thank you to all of our student/athletes, coaches and parents for a very successful Winter Sports season. It is a short but busy schedule with plenty of travel and your commitment and cooperation is recognized and appreciated. We have a short break before we will be warming up for our Spring Sports
Why Do Students Procrastinate
An interesting article on procrastination. We are doing most of these suggestions already but I think understanding why students procrastinate could be useful for some. Click to view!
Between Rocks & Minerals
The Grade 4 classes had quite the adventure at the Ontario Science Centre today. They explored Rocks and Minerals including the rock cycle. They were amazed by the spectacle of volcanoes in the IMAX Theatre. This was a fantastic experience that was both fun and educational. -Jaclyn Amar
TSO Trip on Tuesday
Our Junior Division will visit the Toronto Symphony Orchestra on Tuesday morning. Please be sure that all Jr. students are wearing their dress uniform, including button down white shirt and tie and dress black shoes (or boots -weather dependant). We look forward to enjoying the symphony performance. -Kathleen Davies
Parent’s Association News (Feb. 21)
Our Next Pizza Lunch is Friday, February 28. Crestwood Water Bottles Only $10 Don’t forget to pick up one of these handsome metal Crestwood water bottles. They are available at Mane Essentials for only $10.00. Enjoy your water and look good, too!
Sports Roundup (Feb. 21)
On Wednesday afternoon, the U-14 curling team travelled to The Thornhill Club for the Page 1-2 Playoff game against the Bayview Glen-A team. This was the only team that had beat Crestwood all year long, and they proved similarly tough opponents this time. Our team struggled on unfamiliar ice and Bayview Glen took full advantage.
Guidance News (Feb. 21)
Course Selection (2020-2021) Attention all Crestwood families! Over the past few weeks, the Guidance team has been hard at work visiting all the English classes to give personalized course selection presentations by grade to our Crestwood students. Please see below for resources from those presentations and important information pertaining to due dates and deadlines. Grade
Insightful Visit by CNIB
As an extension of our Biography Unit, with a focus on Louis Braille and Helen Keller, we hosted guests from the CNIB (Canadian National Institute for the Blind). During lunch, two members of the CNIB facilitated an experiential learning activity to help students understand the perspective of a person who is blind or visually
The Power of Pink
This coming Wednesday (February 26th, 2020) we will be recognizing Pink Shirt Day! In addition to working throughout the year to be the best we can be, Pink Shirt Day gives us the chance to shine a bright light on how much bullying still occurs and to remind everyone to do their part to help end Bullying worldwide!
Parent’s Association (Feb. 13)
Happy Family Day to all Crestwood Families! PA Committee Opportunities The Parents’ Association is looking for new volunteers to fill some Committee positions starting in the 2020/2021 school year. Open Co-ordinator positions include Secretary, Communications, Social, Spirit Week, Used Uniform Sales, Bake Sale and Treasurer. The current volunteer will provide training and
Guidance News (Feb. 13)
Course Selection Attention all Crestwood Students! The deadline to submit course selection choices for the new school year is Thursday March 5, 2020. Please make sure you are logging on to your XELLO account to complete your course selection if you already haven’t. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to make an appointment
Coronavirus – Toronto Public Health
Dear Parents and Guardians, We hope this email finds you well. We are forwarding updated information from Toronto Public Health regarding novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) which you will find attached. Of note, there is new information for travellers who have recently been in the Province of Hubei, China (including Wuhan City). They are asked to limit contact
Sports Roundup (Feb. 13)
The Crestwood Prep Junior Lions roared to their second straight Kawartha Classic championship over the weekend. The Junior Boys Basketball team battled the weather and four tough teams on their way to the trophy. The Lions defeated St. Stephens and St. Mary in back to back day one games. Mikkel Tyne was named our MVP
University of Toronto Model United Nations
From February 6-9, 2020, 19 intrepid CPC students braved the cold wind of a Toronto winter and put their diplomatic skills to the test as they took part in the University of Toronto Model United Nations. Crestwood Preparatory College students took on the role of delegates representing an array of nations, from Bangladesh to Thailand,
Cougars & Sharks Tied Up
Our U12 hockey team traveled to RINX on Tuesday to face the Sterling Hall Sharks. The Sharks got on the board quickly and took a 3-1 lead after the first frame. Our boys go their feet moving in the second and we were able to close the gap to 4-3 heading into the final
U12 Badminton Bonanza
On Monday night, the U-12 Badminton team hosted Branksome Hall for a mini tournament. All of the players were put to the test, as they competed against many different duos. Although we did not come out on top for all of our matches, Crestwood fought hard and put our best effort forward. Congratulations to
Valentines for Vets
The grade one and two students have been working hard in French class by recently participating in a program called “Valentines for Vets”. The program entails students making Valentine’s Day cards for retired veterans who reside in long-term care facilities across Canada. All cards are sent to the sorting station in PEI where volunteers
YWN – April 15th @7PM
At 7pm on Wednesday, April 15, 2020, Crestwood School welcomes Michael Eisen, founder of the Youth Wellness Network. (Just a coincidence; he isn’t related to Ms. Eisen!) Youth Wellness Network (YWN) is an organization that partners with schools, community groups, and families to promote mental health, resilience, and well-being. All parents are invited to join
Cougars Clipped by Coyotes
The U12 hockey team participated in an absolute barn-burner Monday afternoon as they visited Fenside Arena to face Crescent School. The Coyotes from Crescent posted an early 6-1 lead as they peppered our Cougars with shots from every angle. Grade 6 goalie Sid Rudolph-Naiberg battled hard and eventually our lads found their legs and
Grade 12 Students Make Aspirin
Students in Grade 12 Chemistry completed their Organic Chemistry unit by making a common medication used to treat pain, fever and inflammation called acetylsalicylic acid, more commonly known as Aspirin. Over the course of three days, students completed a traditional organic chemistry lab where they were responsible for synthesizing (creating) aspirin by performing an esterification reaction, purifying the aspirin using crystallization and
U9 Bball Takes Bite Out of Sharks
The U9 Crestwood basketball team is well into their sports season and they are working hard to improve their skills in both games and practices. Throughout the season, they have shown impressive effort against every opponent they have faced. Most recently, the team was up against Sterling Hall. The team played solid defense; however,
Somebody Get A Rake!
Crestwood Cares Community Service students could use a rake or two as they try to keep up with all of the many ‘Skip It’ leaves that document the treats and privileges that their peers have skipped in support of Neema International, an organization that supports and educates vulnerable children in Tanzania. Have a look at
Fundraiser for Wuhan
The school community pulled together on Thursday, January 30th, to assist a medical clinic in Wuhan in desperate need of supplies to combat the spread of the Coronavirus. The students and parents at the school donated almost $3000.00 to the cause and our Chinese community alone added another $5000.00 to that sum. That’s $8000.00 –