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.
Grade Level Charity Challenge
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
Fun, Food and Fabbrica Night
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
Crestwood Clubs Term 2
Dear Parents/Students Please click here to see school clubs for Term 2. Please take the time to consider the extra-curricular clubs offered for Term 2. We hope that you will read the descriptions carefully and decide to join one or more of the exciting program we have planned for you. The enclosed descriptions include dates and
Burgerball at CPC
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
Dr. Alex Russell Returns
We are pleased to announce that Dr. Alex Russell will once again be returning to Crestwood School to speak to parents about THAT BIG BAD WORLD: HELPING KIDS THRIVE IN ANXIOUS TIMES. Anxiety disorders among children are on the rise: More medications are being prescribed, new disorders such as “school refusal” are appearing and, even
Burgerball 2015
On Friday, January 16th, 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. All students who were
Course Selection Visits
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
Lunch Time Soccer Alumni Game
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
Headmasters Blog
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.
Cafeteria
Wondering what is for lunch? Check out the menu for the first week back in the New Year click here.
Parents Association
The PA would like the Parents to save the date – 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. More information to follow after the winter break or contact cpcpa@crestwood.on.ca
Hour of Code
We live in a world surrounded by technology. And we know that whatever field our students choose to go into as adults, their ability to succeed will increasingly hinge on understanding how technology works. But only a tiny fraction of us are learning computer science, and less students are studying it compared to a decade
Funspiel
Yesterday, amidst perfectly appropriate weather, the Crestwood curling season kicked off formally, as Crestwood’s newest curlers travelled to Toronto Cricket Club to participate in the CISAA Funspiel. 15 curlers, drawn from the U20 Open team and Crestwood’s curling house league, competed in 3 teams. For many curlers, this was their first experience of a proper
Semi Formal
On January 23 2015, Crestwood’s Student Government will be hosting their annual “SemiFormal” event. It will be held at The Avenue Banquet Hall, and will run from 7-10:30 pm. Tickets are $65, and include entrance to the event, plus a meal (chicken/pasta + dessert). Any student from Grades 10-12 may buy tickets – to make
SAT Changes
Students currently in grade 10 and younger should know that a critical component of the US college application process is about to change in a dramatic way. Starting in the Spring of 2016, the US college entrance exam will take on a whole new format that is aimed at making the test more practical and
Sports Update
Junior Boys Basketball On Wednesday December 10th, the Junior Boys Basketball Team travelled to CDS for their first away game of the season. Hyped as a bounce back game from the get-go, the boys had a strong start in the first quarter after a few defensive lapses. The second quarter saw the boys take hold
Parents Perspective on CPC
“I can definitely say Yannick is very happy at the school. My husband and I have been impressed at the way you are very present at the school; participating in many school events, sending e-mails to parents on general matters. We believe this can only be a good recipe to see firsthand what is actually
Headmasters Blog
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
Cafeteria
Wondering what is for lunch? Check out the menu for this upcoming week click here.
Parents Association
Record Breaking Bake Sale! The PA wishes to thank the parents, students and staff so very much for making our second bake sale this year, such a great success. With that combined effort of baking and eating and hot chocolate drinking, you all helped raise a staggering $501, which goes directly back into the student activities for some
Fun, Food and Fabbrica Night
The PA would also like the parents to save the date – 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. More information to follow after the winter break.
Crestwood’s Eco-Team
Crestwood’s Eco-Team has been hard at work making sure the recycling is emptied regularly. The students of the Eco Team give up their lunch and often recess to make sure Crestwood remains a school that recycles. A big thanks to all the volunteers who help Madame Martin each Wednesday and Friday. Rain, snow, or shine,
U9 Basketball Report
It has been an exciting start to the U9 basketball season! Squad A played their season opener against Sterling Hall last week. The players worked hard to improve their passing and defensive skills. Sterling Hall won the game but Squad A is ready for a re-match! Squad B faced Bayview Glen on Tuesday afternoon and what
Grade 5 Force, of Course!
Grade 5 participated in Scientists in Schools, and learned all about Forces. They built a human bridge, learned about centre of gravity, and completed a structures challenge where they balanced 26 textbooks on a structure made completely of newspapers.
Girls Volleyball Going Strong
The U12 girls volleyball team played an extremely close game against the Bayview Glen Gryphons this past Tuesday, December 9th. We dominated the first set while they slipped by in the second. The third set was hotly contested but ultimately the Gryphons captured the competition. All of our players demonstrated excellent communication skills, agility and team
Cougars Gouge Gryphons
What a game from the Crestwood boys basketball team, who defeated the Bayview Glen Gryphons. The Crestwood Cougars ran their motion offense and inbound plays to perfection, dropping 38 points on the Gryphons. The boys put on a defensive clinic, holding Bayview Glen to 9 points. Aaron Vidal Ribas Smith put up a strong performance,
Bullying by Anthony McLean
Anthony McLean is an actor and speaker based in Toronto. He has presented at hundreds of schools from Eastern Canada to South Australia and on Friday he visited Crestwood School. He spoke to the entire student body in two separate talks. This Primary Division presentation gives students a good grasp of what bullying is: When
Holiday Food Drive
The holidays are upon us, and the Crestwood House Heads have organized a Holiday Food Drive on behalf of the North York Harvest Food Bank. The Food Drive will run from December 10th – December 18th. Donation bins will be located in the Atrium, and in the Junior building beside the gym. Homeroom teachers will keep
Hour of Code
Mr. Connors’ computer classes will be taking part in an “Hour of Code” during their next couple of classes. The Hour of Code is a one-hour introduction to computer science, designed to demystify code and show that anybody can learn the basics. It is a global movement that allows students of all ages to choose from a variety
