After braving the icy walk up to Glendon to meet our bus, the Grade 3’s had a fantastic trip to the Mississauga Living Arts Centre! We participated in a drama workshop with an instructor who was an actor herself. The kids warmed up their bodies, voices, and imaginations by moving as different plants and animals […]
Crestwood captures U12 Basketball Crown
On February 23rd, Crestwood’s U12 basketball team traveled to King City to compete in the final tournament of their season. The boys entered the playoffs as underdogs, but came out as champions defeating Crescent School in the tournament final. Throughout the tournament, the Crestwood boys put on a defensive clinic, playing fundamentally sound man-to-man defence […]
Former Olympian visits Crestwood
Crestwood welcomed Wendy Baker (mom of Mikayla and McKenzie in grade one) to the Atrium this morning. Wendy is a former Olympian and was a member of Team Canada’s field hockey team in the 1988 Summer Olympics held in Seoul, Korea. She came to school today to share some of her Olympic treasure with the […]
Sports News
The U12 Basketball Team’s season comes to an end on Saturday with the final tournament hosted by Country Day School. After a long season the bballers finished with a 3rd place ranking overall. Although they will be missing key players Jack Hendry and Cole Marotta coach Conn believes we have a strong chance to contend. […]
Artists of the Month
This month’s featured Artists of the Month includes the following grade 7 artists: Chloe Zuckerman Bailee Cohen Charlie Nogas Macaulay Harling The grades 7’s have been learning about the tormented, yet immensely creative life and art of Vincent Van Gogh. Using Van Gogh’s masterpiece “Starry Night” as inspiration, each student designed their own “Toronto Starry […]
Friday @ Kiwanis
What an outstanding day!!! I am beaming with pride! The adjudicator made sure to tell us that the kids were amazing! He was blown away and humbled by the performances of the Crestwood kids. Notable performances: Rachel Rovet placed 2nd with a mark of 86 – Silver – song was Somewhere Over The Rainbow Rachel […]
Sears Drama Festival
On Monday February 24th, Crestwood is once again participating in The Sears Drama Festival! This year we are presenting an orignal piece by our own grade 12 student Jake Pascoe entitled “My Rose”; a story about a young woman with Autism who is struggling to connect to the outside world while searching for her father. […]
Black History Month
On Tuesday, February 18th, Crestwood was proud to host Black History Month performances by local black musicians John T Davis, Shelley Hamilton and Shaun Boothe. Through a blend of live performance, historical narrative and interactive presentations, Crestwood students were enlightened as to the historic role of music in black communities in their quest for freedom […]
Grade 7 Niagara Trip
In May, our Grade Seven’s will be travelling to Niagara Falls for a trip that combines some great educational tours with some opportunities to unwind and have some fun and is an integral part of the Grade Seven program. All the necessary information and registration items can be found here. If you have any questions […]
Writing Workshops
The Crestwood English department will be hosting upcoming workshops to help students who are struggling with particular writing issues. While extra help is beneficial for assignment-specific questions, these sessions will help develop students’ overall writing ability and will prove to help enhance students’ writing across all subject areas. Students will be encouraged by their teachers […]
The Kidney Foundation Read-a-thon
Crestwood School’s Read-a-thon to raise money for The Kidney Foundation of Canada is into it’s second week. Our participant’s book spines are proudly displayed in the Jr. Hall and Atrium. Please hand in you book spine if you have not done so already. Be sure to do your reading this weekend! Be reminded that our […]
Kiwanis Arts Festival
On Wednesday at the Kiwanis Arts Festival many Crestwood students competed in the categories of Shakespeare, piano recital and speeches. Congratulations to all the Crestwood students that competed. Here are some notable results. U10 Shakespeare (solo): Congratulations go to 1st place: Molly Hektor U10 Shakespeare (pairs): congratulations go to 3rd place: Emma Feldberg & Kate […]
Parent’s Association News
Thank you bakers, makers and helpers for your delicious valentines themed goodies for the PA’s bake sale on Tuesday. It was another successful sale and thanks to students, teachers and parents buying up the goodies we were able to donate $403.15 to the LivWise fund. Well done Crestwood. Elizabeth Stewart […]
Olympics Edition of the Crestword
The Olympics have begun and the latest edition of the Crestword addresses some of the social and political implications of Olympics past and present. Contributions also include articles on Multicultural Day, the Grammys and yes – the latest trials and tribulations of Justin Beiber. Click here to read. Enjoy! […]
Generations: Music and Black History
The Crestwood Social Studies Department and YARRD are proud to present ‘Generations: Music and Black History’. The assembly will take place in the Learning Commons on Wednesday, February 19, periods 5-6, and will be attended by senior history and music students. Three local performers will be featured — all well known in the Toronto music scene. […]
Crestwood Science
Crestwood is proud to showcase its in-class interactive lessons. Mr. Rachlis and Ms. R.Lee’s grade 7 scientists have been designing and constructing their own Popsicle stick bridges. Students are now on their way to discovering which scientists have built the strongest bridge. A few grades up, Mr. Podlovics and Ms. R.Lee’s grade 10 scientists are […]
Royal Canadian Legion History Contest
Crestwood’s grade 9 and 10 Canadian History classes have received recognition from the Royal Canadian Legion for their contributions of poems, posters and power point presentations highlighting the heroic efforts of Canadian Veterans. First place winners included: Matt Yanovski, Siena di Cuia, Shawky Abdel Razzak Second place spots went to Amanda Lawee, Molly Wilder-Karabus, Matty McLachlan And third […]
Multicultural Day
Recently, students enrolled in Mr. Hawkins,’ Ms. Williams’ and Mr Scott’s Grade 9 Geography classes have been studying immigration and the impact it has had in the shaping of Canada’s modern identity. On Friday, February 7, students ended their study in style by hosting the school’s annual ‘Multicultural Day’ festivities. A tremendous selection of food […]
University of Toronto Model United Nations Assembly
Last week eight Crestwood Preparatory College students braved the cold weather and attended the University of Toronto Model United Nations Assembly. Representing Israel, Sweden, and Iran, and the slaves and ruling classes of ancient Rome, Crestwood students put their diplomatic skills on display, resolving crises and building consensus. The eight intrepid students were Cassie and […]
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Follow the Yellow Brick Road!
We are on our way down the yellow brick road, and are now looking for help from parents and guardians with the technical components of our production. If you are interested in helping with costumes, make-up or set building/painting for this year’s production of “The Wizard of Oz,” please contact Ms. Bryant at nicole.bryant@crestwood.on.ca […]
Eco Update
December and January have been busy months for Crestwood’s Eco Team. Over the Holidays and into this Second Term at school, our Eco Team members have been busy collecting used holiday and greeting cards from family, friends and staff. Everyone pitched in, and in the end we collected over 400 cards! These cards will be recycled […]
Crestwood travels to KLQ Contest
On Monday, February 2, the Kids’ Lit Quiz teams competed against 18 other Toronto schools in a challenging and exciting children’s literature trivia contest. Our teams were very successful and all of their extra reading really paid off! Ms. Bafaro is very proud of each member and thoroughly enjoyed “coaching” you the past couple of […]
University of Waterloo Math Contest
Just a reminder that the University of Waterloo Math Contest is fast approaching for grades 9 – 11. The contest will be held on Thursday, February 20th. The sign-up list is posted on Mrs. Santomero’s classroom door (room # 201) as well as the Math bulletin board across the hall for all interested students. Please re-confirm with your Math […]
One week to go…
Crestwood staff and students are extremely excited as Ski Day 2014 quickly approaches. All Junior students please remember to bring in your Ski Form as the snowy slopes await our skiers and snowboarders. Buses will be leaving Sunnybrook Park at 7AM next Thursday en route to Beaver Valley Ski Club. Please do not be late! […]
Miracle on Ice
The Crestwood School Hockey Team pulled off a dramatic 7-7 draw versus Country Day School on Monday afternoon. After two periods of sloppy defence and questionable goaltending the Cougars finally finally started to move their feet and share the puck. The result was five unanswered goals and a bewildered CDS bench and crowd. Trailing 7-2 […]
Ski Day 2014
We are pleased to announce Crestwood School’s 22nd Annual Ski Day, which will take place on Thursday, February 13th 2014, at Beaver Valley Ski Club. This private club boasts 20 trails, ranging from beginner to advanced, as well as terrain for snowboards and trails for snowshoeing. Our ski day provides an excellent opportunity for first […]
Turn Down the Heat – Turn Up in Your Sweaters!
On February 6th we will be recognizing National Sweater Day. On this day our Crestwood community, and all Canadians, are asked to “turn down their heat and turn up in their sweaters in the name of energy conservation”. Our school buildings will be a little chillier, so don’t forget your sweaters! Go Green with the […]
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Grade 7 Visual Arts
Miss Cooper’s Grade 7s are finishing up their first unit in Art which has focused on Vincent Van Gogh’s impressionism. The students have been working hard to replicate their own version of Van Gogh’s “Starry Night”, transforming Van Gogh’s original masterpiece into “Toronto Starry Nights”. Early next week all student masterworks will be displayed outside […]
Grade 7 Words of Wisdom
Mrs. Pagano’s grade 7 English class recently completed personal essays. For their introduction, however, they created their own wise precept or motto that they believed best reflected their life experiences. The creativity and self-awareness was astounding for their relatively young age. Mrs. Pagano now proudly displays their work for others to see and learn from. […]
Motivational Speaker Will Njoku
In a heartfelt and poignant address to Crestwood students, motivational speaker and athlete Will Njoku shared his experiences with his lifelong struggle with depression. While offering insights into the fundamental principles of his own athletic success, Will ventured off his usual presentation format and admitted to the students his current personal sadness due to the […]