All grade 9 students going on the trip to Spirit Point will be leaving on Monday, September 16th at 6:45am and will be returning to Crestwood on Wednesday, September 18 at 3pm. By the time they return the grade 7 students will have departed, again at 6:45 am on Wednesday September 18, returning on Friday, […]
Post Secondary Application Process
Over the next few weeks, the guidance department will be visiting all grade 12 English classes to discuss the postsecondary application process and the importance of early research. Students are encouraged to begin their research at-home with their parents. Individual appointments will also be made with each grade 12 student, starting in October; this will […]
Locker Shelves Have Arrived
The Parent’s Association wants to let all students know that locker shelves are now available for pick up. If you have ordered a locker shelf it can be picked up at Mane Essentials (located at the West entrance of the school). […]
Crestwood Athletics is Now in Full Swing
The fall athletic season is underway with try-outs continuing next week. Athletics is an excellent way for our students to experience the true high-school experience, make friends, get active and have fun. If you missed a try-out this week, no problem, come on out next week and get involved in Crestwood life. The following teams […]
Crestwood Chess Team
Students from Grades 9-12 are invited to sign up for the Crestwood Chess Club on the sign-up sheet on Mr. Jull’s door (Room 205). The Chess Club is a full extracurricular activity this year with weekly games based on a ladder system, and a variety of special events, including speed chess and team chess challenges, […]
Spirit Point Camping Trips
Grade 7s and 9s are you ready to get away to the far north? Students will be participating in team building activities while forming stronger friendships at Spirit Point Camp. All grade 9s will be departing on the morning of 16th and returning on the afternoon of the 18th. Grade 7s will be departing on […]
Schedule B: September 13
Just a reminder: Friday September 13 is a schedule B. Friday is a a late start. Classes begin at 9:35. Otherwise, it is a regular class day. […]
TTC Student Discount Cards
Students, if you are planning on taking the TTC to school this year, September 12 and 13 are the days to get your discount cards. Between 8:30 – 12:30 the TTC will be offering discount cards and photo ID for $5.25. BRING EXACT CHANGE! […]
Meet the Teacher Night
Parents, come out and get a chance to meet your teachers. Crestwood staff will be available to answer any questions or concerns you may have about the upcoming school year. Meet the teacher night is on Thursday September 12 between 7-9 pm. […]
Upper School Documents Page
The Crestwood Preparatory College documents page has been updated to include the school supply list. Other information that is available includes field trip forms, the school calendar and the 2013-14 booklist. If you would like to access any of this information please click on the following link. Upper School Documents Page […]
Admissions
Crestwood is still accepting applications for certain grades to enter the 2013-14 school year. Please contact the office for more information. […]
School Calendar
In our ongoing efforts to develop the links between home and school, we are introducing the option to add the Crestwood calendar to your electronic devices. Google Calendar Instructions: 1. Click on the following link: https://www.google.com/calendar/feeds/crestwoodupperschool%40gmail.com/public/basic it will redirect you to Gmail. 2. Once you have signed in to your Gmail account, the calendar will […]
Uniform Store Summer Hours
The uniform shop will be open during specific days in August to purchase uniform items. Store hours during the summer 2013– Uniforms sold in Cafeteria Tuesday, August 27– 10:00 – 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 28 – 10:00 – 6:00 p.m. Thursday, August 29– 10:00 – 6:00 p.m. Friday, August 30 – 10:00 – 4:00 p.m. […]
Valedictorian Address
In his Valedictorian Address, Noah Levine urges his fellow graduates to find passion and make every effort to be more than a number. The remaining post is a copy of his Valedictorian address. There are over 3,200 high schools in Canada with more than 300,000 graduates. That’s 22,400 swaggering jocks, 19,200 harmonizing altos humored by […]
First Day of Classes
The first day of classes for the 2013-14 school year will be held on September 4th. Classes begin at 8:30, and students are encouraged to arrive by 8:00am to prepare themselves for the school day. It will be a day 1A, Schedule E. Students are permitted to wear their summer uniforms. […]
Opening/Registration Day
Crestwood Preparatory College’s opening/registration day includes activities for new and returning students. Students are permitted to wear casual clothing. Grades 9-12 (9:00am – 12:00pm) 9:00am New Student and Parent Orientation for Grades 9-12 9:30am Cafeteria – Welcome coffee and juice for all parents and students 10:30am All students – Introductions in Homerooms 11:00am – 12:00pm […]
Exam Check Day
Exam Check Day will be held on Monday, June 17th, from 9:00 – 11:00am. Students and their parents are encouraged to come in and meet with their teachers to go over their exam marks. […]
Book Exchanges
There will be two opportunities for book exchanges in June. In both cases the school is not involved in any of the prices or negotiations. The first is a Parent book exchange where we will provide a room for parents to come in to sell their books to other parents or to purchase books from other […]
Grade 12 Graduation
On Wednesday June 19th, 2013 our Grade 12 Graduation will be held in the gymnasium starting at 5:00 pm. Gym doors will open at 4:30 and seating is on a first come basis. The ceremony will last until approximately 6:15 pm and will be followed by light refreshments. Students are to be dressed for this […]
Grade 8 Graduation
On Tuesday June 18th, 2013 our Grade 8 Graduation will be held in the gymnasium starting at 5:00 pm. Gym doors will open at 4:30 and seating is on a first come basis. The ceremony will last until approximately 6:00 pm and will be followed by light refreshments. Students are to be wearing their full […]
Crestwood Goes Back to Back
The U12 Softball team played in their end of season tournament on Saturday at UCC. A 1st round win against SHS put the team into the Semi-finals against Ridley College. In a dominant display Crestwood moved into the final against BVG. Respecting the BVG big hitters the outfield set up deep and were rewarded with […]
Co-Curricular Assembly and Award Winners
Each year, Crestwood Preparatory College holds a Co-Curricular Assembly to promote and acknowledge the curricular contributions of students and staff. Congratulations to all of the award winners! Special mention to Benji Baker who received recognition for achieving his Gold Award in the Duke of Edinburgh program. Co-Curricular Award Winners […]
CISAA Chamionships
As the Spring sports Calendar comes to a close, Crestwood’s Athletic teams are entering the playoff portion of their schedules. Crestwood Preparatory College would like to congratulate all of our Spring Sport athletes on the (near) completion of their successful season. We would like to wish all of those who have games remaining the best […]
Athletic Banquet
A big thank you to all the student athletes that attended the athletic banquet last night. It was a great night to celebrate your hard work and accomplishments in athletics this year. It was wonderful to see all the smiling faces and dancers enjoying the evening as we cruised the Toronto Harbour. Congratulations to all […]
Spring Concert and Festival of the Arts
On Thursday, the Crestwood Art and Music Departments held our 12th annual Spring Concert and Art Show. Highlighting the contributions of Crestwood students to the arts, the event included a performance from Crestwood’s award winning Senior Band. Crestwood would like to thank all of the students for all their hard work and dedication. Special thanks […]
Student Achievement Contests
On April 17th, 15 Crestwood students wrote the Begbie Contest. The Begbie Society Canadian History Contest is a nation-wide contest written by 1000s of grade 9 to 12 students across Canada each year. While some content knowledge is required, the test is designed to focus more on critical thinking and analysis, rather than simple memorization. […]
Grade 11 Biology Trip
Next week, the grade 11 biology students will be headed to St. Andrews, New Brunswick for a 4-day field work and research trip. They will get the opportunity to study the effect of tides on the diversity of life in the intertidal zones, examine invertebrate behaviour, classify various species, dig for various marine worm species, […]
Veterans/Grandparents Breakfast
On Monday, April 22nd, Crestwood Preparatory College held its 4th annual Veterans/Grandparents breakfast. More than 130 people, including grandparents and many World War Two Veterans and Holocaust Survivors, attended the event. Special thanks to Mr. Masters and Mr. Hawkins for all of their contributions, and the many student presenters that made the day a success! […]
Youth and Philanthropy Initiative
On Thursday April 18, 2013, nine Gr. 10 Crestwood Preparatory College students participated in the 10 year Anniversary of YPI (Youth and Philanthropy Initiative), a signature program of the Toskan Casale Foundation, which provides secondary school students with a hands-on, reality-based experience through a strong academic philanthropy course which gives them the skills to assess […]
Willy Wonka
Come with me, and you’ll be in a world of Pure Imagination. Take a look and you’ll see into your imagination. Over the last two days, Crestwood Preparatory College students have performed the musical Willy Wonka to enthusiastic and supportive audiences. Featuring students from grades seven to twelve, the performances captured the fun and magic […]