Though in years past we’ve hosted a talent show bringing together the whole school to watch as select performers shared their talents at a specific date and time, this year they’re going to get a little more flexible! The pandemic has forced us to change the way we do many things, but in this case
Category: Lower School
Daily Screening Starts Tuesday
Crestwood has partnered with EduSafe to provide our students and staff with a quick and easy way to pre-screen for COVID daily. A guardian will be required to complete the pre-screening process for their child(ren) before they arrive at school each day. Crestwood School staff members will be required to do the same. The EduSafe
Crestwood Welcomes Kenneth Oppel!
On Tuesday, Kenneth Oppel came to visit all of Grade Six on a Zoom webinar. He is the author of many books including The Boundless, Half Brother, and Silverwing, the book about a bat named Shade that everyone in Grade Six reads. Mr. Oppel talked about his inspiration for Silverwing and the bat characters
Early Spring!
On February 2nd, SKB enjoyed learning about Groundhog Day! Check out our amazing groundhog pictures! We are excellent listeners and artists in SKB!! –Carly Hebscher & Julie Fox
Photography Club
Crestwood’s Photography Club (Grades 4 – 6) has been meeting on Tuesday for the past couple of weeks. The first theme we explored was “Of Importance”. As each student shared a picture of something that is important to them, we learned a little more about one another. Then, it was time to take selfies that
Flipgrid Consent
Dear Parent or Guardian: We are always looking for new and creative ways to engage our students and enhance their experiences so for some of our online activities we’ll be working with an exciting new tool…Flipgrid. Flipgrid is the leading video discussion platform used by tens of millions of PreK to PhD educators, students,
A Fantastic Friday in Gr.2
All Grade 2 classes had a fantastic spirit day today celebrating with pj’s, crazy hair, hats, and sportswear. Everyone showed up looking spectacular! So much fun!! We do love our amazing students! -Ms Ingram, Ms Mandel, Mrs Robinson, Ms Green
Mama and Papa Bear and their cubs!
Brrr!!! It is cold outside, but luckily we have fur to keep us warm. We live in the Arctic, we are mammals and we are warm blooded. What kind of hugs do polar bears give?
Snowman Stories in 1A
The Grade One students have been learning about the different seasons. This week, they focused on winter. For one activity the students used a legend/key to create a snowman reflecting how they feel about winter related topics. They will be using their uniquely designed snowmen to write their very own snowman adventures. Stay tuned for some
Turning Up the Heat in 1B
With winter truly arriving this week, the Grade Ones entered the Zoom Science Lab and built their own thermometers. With a plastic bottle, straw, plasticine, water, and food colouring they went to work. They explored the concept of expansion and contraction and completed a science report recording their materials, procedure, and observations. Way to
Rock n’ Roll Jam Session
The JKs and SKA went on the road with Jimmy Fallon and the Roots! But not before we scoured our homes for found objects, like toasters, boots, and umbrella’s to make music with! It was a ‘for real rock ’n roll jam’ when we played Under Pressure by Queen & David Bowie! and we
Art Room Rumblings
The grade six students started learning how to draw people in motion using stick figures as a base. They created these genre drawings which represent everyday life using their new skills. Enjoy their beautiful creations. Dara Akodu Isabelle Kim Divya Ghanekar Sanad Etoom
PrinciPALs
Dear Parents, We have made it through one whole month of remote learning! Congratulations to all students, parents and teachers! We are so proud of everyone for their hard work and determination to overcome all the obstacles that come with online learning. We were excited to launch our ZOOM clubs this week, and it
Let’s Talk About Mental Health
This week Benjamin Hausman, a student in 4A made an outstanding Project Give Back presentation on Bell Let’s Talk, an organization that is close to both him and his family. This presentation came at a perfect time, as the following day was Bell Let’s Talk Day. Bell Let’s Talk has become the world’s largest conversation about mental
Magic School Bus
On Friday, January 22nd 4B hopped on a virtual school bus and ‘travelled’ to The Ontario Science Centre for a virtual field trip. We participated in a program on light and sound. Through experiments, demonstrations and conversations we learned about how people and animals use light and sound every day. Did you know that
Twist & Spiel on the Glockenspiel!
“Check out Daniel in 4B playing Twist & Shout! He did a FANTASTIC JOB!! Consider this a teaser for something all of us Music Folk are cooking up!” –Amanda Birchard
Re-enrolment due by January 31st
Hello everyone I hope this message find you well. Just a friendly reminder that the final day for re-enrolment is JANUARY 31st. If you have not received the link and personal code that is necessary to re-enrol online, please email grace.cruz@crestwood.on.ca Stay home and stay safe!! Dalia Eisen
Oh, the Places 5A will Go!
This week 5A’s theme was, Oh the Places You’ll Go, by Dr. Seuss. The students left Toronto (virtually — we know about the travel restrictions!) for the week and chose other countries to explore. Each student created a Google Slideshow and presented his/her chosen destination. Today, the students became Dr. Seuss Travel Agents as
Theme Game STRONG!
Our Friday ‘Theme Day” was a great success. Scroll though some of our class pictures captured throughout the day.
Artist of the Month
I am pleased to announce the artist of the month – Lyla Bender. I know how much energy,time and effort this little artist has been putting into her work.Every class,Lyla brings full pages of new drawings to show me. I am proud of you Lyla, keep up the good work! Congratulations Lyla!!! My name is
An Original Tune
“Nolan in 4B blew me away today when he shared his song, which he created on GarageBand. Way to go Nolan! Don’t forget us when you release the single!” – Mrs. Birchard
PrinciPALs
Dear Parents, Congratulations on completing the second week of online learning! We hope families have started to settle into a routine, and that students are adjusting to this virtual environment (again). We know how challenging remote learning can be, and we are so proud of our students for trying to make the best of
Upcoming House Events and Other Online Activities
Hey Everyone! We know it isn’t the ideal to be apart especially when it comes to us doing fun house group activities. That doesn’t mean we can’t have any fun! This week we’re going to start with a few different activities, but always make sure you are watching for updated information or new activities/news
Measuring with Mittens
The JK boys and girls have had such fun talking about winter in ZOOM School. We…. did an experiment to make fake snow with a powder and a liquid melted snow made ice played with ice measured with mittens made paper snowflakes made snowmen with plasticine and even had a penguin day – we called
Recording of Private School Tax Strategies Session
Dear Parents, Thank you for registering for our TAX-EFFICIENT STRATEGIES FOR PAYING FOR PRIVATE SCHOOL event held over the past two evenings. I hope these sessions provided an informative evening for you all and you were able to take away valuable tax saving strategies. If you were unable to join or would like to
Online Learning & Re-Enrolment
Dear Crestwood Families, I’m sure you’re all aware that online learning has again been extended to February 10th. Please note the following: Students are being assessed online and we are monitoring their work completion and progress. We are making an effort to reduce the amount of homework so that students do not need to
Ministry of Education Message for Private Schools
Dear Parents, Below is a message from the Ministry of Education for Private School families. Thank you for your continued support for students and staff during this challenging and uncertain time. We are encouraged by the efforts that have been made to accommodate students as they engage in remote learning. As a result of worsening
PrinciPALs
Dear Parents, Welcome to 2021! We hope you all had a much-needed restful and relaxing holiday season. While we could not return to in-person learning this week, we were excited to welcome the students to Virtual School and it was so nice to see everyone’s smiling faces again; this time without masks! We are
Re-enrolment due January 31st
Dear Parents, Thank you to the many parents who have activated their School Admin accounts. For those who have yet to register please take the opportunity to do so at your earliest convenience. We will be unable to hold a spot for your child next year if you have not completed your re-enrolment form and
Private School Tax Seminar
Dear Crestwood Parents, Private School tuition payments represent a significant investment. The School, through CIBC will be offering a workshop on efficient tax strategies related to tuition payments on Wednesday, January 13th, 2021 at 7:00PM. Please click here to attend this virtual workshop. Please be advised that this seminar is offered only as a public service to
