The U12 Girls basketball team played their 3rd game of the season on Tuesday, October 9th in their home gym against Montcrest School. It was a nail biter of a game from start to finish! We started off slow with a deficit of 7-0 in the first quarter, but we stayed positive, knowing our shots […]
Category: Lower School
Book Fair Bonanza
The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to Crestwood School from Tuesday, October 30 – Thursday, November 1. Please watch your emails for a message inviting you to volunteer to help out. Also check your child’s backpack for a flyer with more details. See you at the fair! -Lara Bafaro […]
X-Country Check Up – Runners Ready!
The Cross Country Team laced up on a beautiful fall afternoon to conquer the trails at Sunnybrook Park. Our Grade 3s set off running first and many of our students placed top 10 in the Under 9 category. Way to go James, Jordyn, Aiden, George, Dimitri, Natasha and Davis! Next, our Grade 4s zoomed through […]
Date Change – “Musical” Auditions
Any Grade 4-6 students interested in Crestwood’s Annual “School Musical” please meet with Bobby on Tuesday, October 16th in the library between 11:50 – 12:50pm to setup an audition appointment. -Bobby Freeman […]
Parents’ Association News
Thank you to Somayeh Walton for organizing another successful used uniform sale. Also a big thank you to all of our volunteers – without your help we would not be able to hold such a successful event. Your efforts are much appreciated. A reminder that the CSPA meets on Tuesday at 9AM in the library. […]
Girls’ Bball Home Court Clash
The U12 Girls basketball team had their first game of the season on Tuesday, October 2nd. Not only was it the first game of our season, but it was the first game ever played in our brand new gym! The excitement in the air from the team, the coaches, and all their fans was extraordinary! […]
TFS cap Cubs in U12 Soccer
Goals for Grifyn and Christopher were not enough as the Grade 6 Soccer team lost 3 – 2 against TFS. On a rain-soaked evening, Crestwood started the game slowly and was quickly behind by two. The boys rallied in the second half and brought the game level, but with only one minute remaining TFS stole the […]
Terry Fox Run Recap
Congratulations to all Crestwood students and parents who took part in our annual Terry Fox Run this past Thursday. To date online we have raised almost $2400.00 in addition to the paper pledges that continue to come in daily. We are well on our way to our $10,000.00 goal. In addition, we’d like to thank […]
“Cow”-operation is a Must In Ontario
The Grade 3’s were visited by a Dairy Farmer today. We discussed all of the different regions in Ontario and how the Dairy Industry is vital to the industry of the Great Lakes/St. Lawrence Lowlands. Dairy Farms are located in rural communities where farmers, lab technicians, bulk tank carriers, veterinarians, and nutritionists, all work together […]
Aftercare Contact
For any parent that requires to get in touch with our Aftercare team please add their phone number to your contacts…647-669-3919 Aftercare runs from 4pm – 6pm every school day. Thank you. -Aftercare Team […]
Art Studio Salt Mandalas
Our beautiful new studio has provided us with the perfect space to create, explore and experiment with new materials! We are currently working on salt mandalas and students are finding the experience both meditative and exciting! A mandala (literally means “circle”) is a spiritual and ritual symbol in Hinduism and Buddhism, representing the universe. In common use, “mandala” has become a generic term […]
Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Thank you very much to the Crestwood School Parents Association, particularly Pam Sulpizi, Teresa DeGasperis and Melanie Morel for hosting a fabulous wine and cheese meet and greet after Curriculum Night. A huge thank you goes to Andrew And Teresa DeGasperis for so generously donating Vineland Estates wine for both the primary and junior Curriculum […]
6’s Soccer gets a little help from their friends
The Grade 6 soccer team started their season yesterday with a 6 – 0 win over Sterling Hall ‘B’ team. The goals were shared around amongst the boys and some fine goalkeeping kept the opposition off the score sheet. Only eight Grade 6 players were available to play so we needed help from the Grade 5 team […]
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On your mark, get set, go!
The Crestwood Cross Country team participated in their first meet this week at Centennial Park. Our Grade 3 and 4 runners laced up first and zoomed quickly across the finish line. Angus and Nathan placed top 10 in over 100 competitors in their age category. Our Grade 5 and 6 athletes hit the terrain next. […]
Crestwood Community Meet N Greet!
Dear Parents, Please join us next week to meet your class parents/caregivers, grade parents and CSPA members. JK-2 on Tuesday, September 25th, 8-9PM in the Atrium directly after Curriculum Night. Grade 3-6 on Wednesday, September 26th, 8-9PM in our new Cafeteria directly after Curriculum Night. Wine and cheese, compliments of the CSPA. Regards, CSPA Executive […]
Terry Fox Run Info!
At Crestwood we are proud of the commitment we’ve made to Community Service. We are beginning the 2018-2019 school year with our annual Terry Fox Walk/Run, which will take place during the afternoon of THURSDAY, September 27TH, 2018 at the Glendon field. Students should be in their House t-shirts, Crestwood gym shorts or track pants […]
Edsby Invites You!
We are excited to announce that we currently have over 300 active parents on our Edsby system. Thank you for your participation and please keep an eye out for any Edsby groups/teams that you and your children have been added to as the Fall term gets rolling. For those of you not yet familiar with […]
Traffic Safety, Used Uniform and a BIG Thank You!
The Crestwood School Parents’ Association is only as effective as its volunteers and we have been extremely lucky to have met many great people over the past few years. Maryann, Pam and Melanie would like to specifically thank Linda Fata-Glover and Renita Greener for their extraordinary contributions as members of the CSPA 2016/2017/2018. We were […]
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Welcome Back!
Dear Parents, Welcome back to the start of a new school year. A special welcome goes out to the new families that are joining us for the first time. After you drop off your children, I hope you can join us in the cafeteria for coffee and take the opportunity to meet other parents and […]
Back to the Future
Have you ever wondered what life was like for the Early Settlers in the 1800’s? The Grade 3’s stepped back in time and spent a day at Black Creek Pioneer Village to find out. The children and teachers dressed up in time period clothing to experience life in Upper Canada in the 1860s. We toured many […]
Family Fun Day Final Submissions
Dear Crestwood Parents, Today is the last day to send in your Family Fun Day forms, submit auction items and become a sponsor. Click here for your Wristband/Raffle Order Form and Sponsorship Package. We look forward to seeing you all on Tuesday!!! Thank you for your continued support. The CSPA […]
Next Week’s Spring Concert Dress Rehearsal Rundown
Please have your children prepared for our rehearsal time on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. We will walk together to Lawrence Park Church on Monday (June 4th) and Tuesday (June 5th). Students must dress for the weather and wear appropriate walking shoes (runners would be perfect). ONLY students who play trumpet, baritone, alto and tenor sax, […]
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Gr.5 Curriculum Connections at Crawford Lake
On Friday, May 25th, the Grade 5 students traveled to Milton to explore Crawford Lake and its Wendat village. The students enjoyed their hike around the lake, and learning about the lake’s unique qualities and exploring the natural resources around the lake which would have been used by First Nations inhabitants. After lunch, students got […]
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News from the Art Room
I would like to send out a big thank you to my wonderful art committee! This year we have accomplished so many beautiful projects together! Thank you for your continuing dedication, inspiration and overall enthusiasm towards art! You are all so talented and creative. Could not have done it all without you! -A. Romanenko […]
Grade 3 Brings Dr. Seuss To Life!
Grade 3 students have been working on this larger-than-life production since January. On Thursday, they performed Seussical, The Musical and their hard work shone through on their smiling faces! The Jungle of Nool, Whoville, Thing 1 and Thing 2, and our Cats in The Hats looked amazing and sounded fantastic. Congratulations on an incredible performance, grade 3 – […]
We Made It To The Finish!
The track and field season ended this week for both the Grade 3 team and the Juniors. The Grade 3’s celebrated by participating in a friendly meet at Crescent School. Our grade 3 students exhibited great fun and skills against other private schools during the sunny, afternoon meet. The Junior students competed in the CIS […]
CRESTWOOD FAMILY FUN DAY IS BACK!!!
Tuesday, June 12th, 2018 from 3:30pm to 7:00pm NEW ATTRACTIONS, activities, silent auction and delicious food! Bring your family and friends! ADMISSION All Access Children Wristbands are available for $30 each in advance ($35 at the door) (This includes unlimited attractions, games, activities, snacks and dinner) Adult Wristbands are $10 each in advance and include dinner […]
On Your Mark, Get Set, RUN!
The Crestwood Junior Track and Field Team participated in a meet at St. Andrew’s College on Monday this week. We competed in events against 700 other students from different schools. Our athletes ran an 80 meter dash, a 400 meter race and an 800 meter run as well as hurdles. Discus, javelin, shot-put, standing long […]
Calling all Bakers!
Our Teachers Appreciation lunch is Thursday, June 7th. We are looking for a few delicious desserts to serve our ever so deserving teachers after their catered lunch. If you wish to contribute a nut free dessert, please let the CSPA know by contacting melaniemorel@outlook.com Please deliver it Thursday, June 7th to music room in atrium or front office complete […]
Spring Concert Info
Dear Parents, Crestwood School’s Grades 4-6 Music Program, along with the Primary and Junior Choir’s, would like to invite you to attend the Spring Concert, which will be held on Wednesday, June 6th, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. All performers are expected to arrive by 6:40 p.m. Please join us for this special event, which will […]