Category: Crestwood News

As part of the Communication Technology course, Grade 9 students had to create a Public Service Announcement to raise awareness of a topic related to their life at Crestwood. During the next few weeks, we will be publishing some of the PSA’s.  This week, we are glad to introduce “True Self” that was written, directed,

Safer Internet Day is organized in February each year to promote safer and more responsible use of online technology and mobile phones, especially among children and young people across the world. During this week, leading to February 10th, we will be reading some facts about how to be safer online. You can also sign the

Tickets are over 70% sold out. Win a 2 night stay at Blue Mountain, one of two Acer tablets, a pair of Maple Leaf Hockey Tickets or a $200 Gift Card from the McEwan Group. Everyone attending Fun, Food, Friends and Fabbrica night is automatically entered in the draw to win. Come join the parents

Each month, the International Corner will feature interesting information on different countries that students at Crestwood Preparatory College call home. The month of January has been dedicated to Brazilian culture. On Thursday January 29th, the cafeteria served some delicious Brazilian themed food for lunch. Stay tuned, next month’s theme is China!

Every year during the first week of February, Grade 8 and 9 Geography students research a country from all different parts of the world.  The students learn about how this country and their people have helped to impact our Canadian society and how to make some of that country’s most delicious foods.  This year on

Grade 12 University Application Reminders Applicants should read all electronic and snail (hardcopy) mail to ensure they do not miss deadlines or supplemental information such as personal statements of experience, portfolios, interview dates, and/or auditions. Log-in information for school portals will be contained within these documents. Additionally, students are reminded that most, however not all,

As part of the Communication Technology course, Grade 9 students had to create a Public Service Announcement to raise awareness of a topic related to their life at Crestwood. During the next few weeks we will be publishing some of the PSA’s.  This week we are glad to introduce “Does He Jump?” a story about standing up

Monday, after school, the Senior Boys Basketball team played Crescent at CPC. Playing with a short bench, the team got off to a slow start, as they trailed by 14 going into the second quarter. With great leadership by Aaron Jackson and  great offensive play by Ahmed Izzeldin dropping 32 points, along with Victor Xie’s tenacity,

It’s a “Friend-Raiser”! And it’s less than TWO weeks away! Do you have your tickets? Join us for FUN, FOOD, FRIENDS and FABBRICA. Tickets are being sold during parent interviews, online, and in the office for those of you that drop off or pick up your children. You don’t even need to leave your car

This year’s Spirit Week was another huge success! Students, you are applauded for your heart and school spirit. From jersey day, to beating the teachers in our student-teacher basketball game, to wearing your “Hear Me Roar” shirts, all of you have shown Crestwood to be full of character, heart and community. That spirit continued as

In November, senior Crestwood students submitted entries to the poetry contest of The Young Writers of Canada, a national organization promoting the craft of writing by young people.  Each year, they select the best high school poets from across the country to be published in their annual anthology.  This year, 45 Crestwood students were chosen for

As part of the Communication Technology course, Grade 9 students had to create a Public Service Announcement to raise awareness of a topic related to their life at Crestwood. During the next few weeks we will be publishing some of the PSA’s. This week we are glad to introduce “Lock your Lockers” written, directed filmed

On January 19th, the Jr. Boys Basketball team travelled to the northern region of Ontario for a game against Rousseau Lake College. The boys jumped out to a quick lead in the first quarter with superior ball movement and rebounding. The team was led by the unselfish play of Emre Desiru, who racked up eight

Guaranteed to be FUN and FRIEND-ly with FOOD at FABBRICA – the Parent Social is just 3 weeks away. Tickets go on sale this week. You can order them at Parent Info night this Thursday, Parent Interviews next week, online on edsby, by email to cpcpa@crestwood.on.ca or from any of your PA volunteers.  Don’t wait tickets are limited.

Students in Grades 8 through 11 were visited by Ms. Bryant and Mr. Mitz in the Guidance Department this week to discuss course selection for the 2015-2016 school year. The workshops helped students understand graduation requirements, and provided students with tools to make educated course choices. Parents wishing to discuss their son or daughter’s course

A big congratulations goes out to the U14 Girls Volleyball team as they defeated TMS Schools last night at Crestwood. The girls played a hard battle, losing the first set but then came back to sweep the following two! Both coaches are extremely impressed with the girls improvement so far this season. Congratulations once more!

Physical Education classes this week have been learning Mixed Martial Arts and Self Defense training with Emilio Ramirez. Emilio is a martial artist with 15 years of experience in a variety of martial arts including Tae Kwon Do, Jit Kun Do, Boxing, Olympic wrestling and Capoeira. He has 9 years teaching experience and has developed

In November, Crestwood had 25 students write the Canadian Intermediate and Senior Math Contests.  The top 3 students in the intermediate contest were Mindy Zhou, Elizabeth Keane, and Donna Dong.  Donna was among the top 5% of all students in Ontario.  The top 3 students in the senior contest were Cici Lin, Ricardo Wang, and Diana Yang.  Diana was among

Wondering what is for lunch? Check out the menu for the upcoming week click here  

Reminder that FUN, FOOD AND FABBRICA NIGHT is on Wednesday, February 11th. Come join us for a warm casual night, make new friends and renew some old ones. Mark your calendars and get your tickets early. More information and ticket order forms can be found at crestwood.edsby.com in the PA section or email cpcpa@crestwood.on.ca A

On the afternoon of Thursday, January 8 Crestwood students visited the Baycrest Terraces and interviewed two of the residents, marking the beginning of a new partnership between Baycrest and Crestwood, where Crestwood students will be involved in documenting some of the history of the Jewish community in postwar Toronto. This is the first of what

Crestwood would like to extend a warm welcome to Karlee Kotzer, our new receptionist and Nana Awuah our new security guard. Karlee attended Brock University for Child and Youth Studies and graduated with a Bachelor of Education. She has a passion for the outdoors, and traveling. Nana is a part of the Centre for Security.

The Crestwood Scholarship Foundation is a registered charity which helps students enjoy the Crestwood experience and the rich variety of opportunities at the school, while enhancing their post-secondary prospects. At the same time, Crestwood is enriched by the presence of energetic and dynamic students who contribute to the Crestwood community. Since its inception, The Foundation

Wednesday, February 11th – for Fun, Food and Fabbrica night. Come join us for a warm casual night, make new friends and renew some old ones. Mark your calendars and get your tickets early. More information and ticket order forms can be found at crestwood.edsby.com in the PA section or email cpcpa@crestwood.on.ca

On Friday January 16th 2015, all basketball players from Grades 4 through 8 are invited to attend our fourth Annual Crestwood Co-ed Basketball Event at Crestwood Preparatory College. Competitors will take part in a 3 on 3 competition starting at 3:30pm followed by an exciting multi-grade exhibition basketball game at approximately 4:15pm. Click here for

Counselors will be visiting all grades 8 through 11 English classes, from Monday January 12th through Friday January 16th, regarding course selections for the 2014-2015 school year. Junior students will be briefed on the importance of obtaining their required 40 hours of community service and elective options. Backwards mapping will be introduced to the senior

On Monday December 15th, the Lunch Time Soccer League played in their 1st annual alumni game during the lunch hour. The teams were comprised of this year’s graduating class against members of last year’s class, as well as some students from the grade 10 class. The final score was 3-0 for the alumni. It was great

Mr. Pagano is reaching out to the community through the Headmasters Blog. Keep up with him on an ongoing basis by checking out his page here.

Wondering what is for lunch? Check out the menu for the first week back in the New Year click here.