Jack, Queen, King….ACE! The Crestwood U12 Girls Volleyball Team has done it again! With precision bump passing, double blocking, and forearm passing, this unbelievably talented team swept The York School this past Tuesday…3 games straight! Through isolation play, the team’s quick set option went to work. One…two…SPIKE! The girls pulled out some creative moves never seen before on
Parent Teacher Interviews
Parent Teacher interviews are just around the corner! The booking process is essential to ensure you are able to find a time that works for your schedule. The ability to book appointments will begin on January 19th at 9:00 am, and will remain open until January 26th at 3 pm. Below are instructions on how to book
Holocaust Education
This week Crestwood was visited by Hedy Bohm and Leonard Vis, who spoke to Ms. Young and Mrs. Winograd’s respective grade 8 classes about their experiences during the Holocaust. The grade 8 classes have been studying the novel The Boy in the Striped Pajamas, and discussing the social and
Spirit Week
The week of January 18th to 22nd will be Crestwood’s Spirit Week. This is a fun-filled week with lots of exciting school spirit activities. We will be having staff versus student games, assemblies, theme days, raffles, and fundraising efforts. Students will be permitted to wear “street clothes” all week providing they participate in the theme for the
Summer School
Crestwood Preparatory College is pleased to offer a number of Ontario high school credit courses conveniently located in Toronto. Courses are designed to provide students with an exceptional academic experience in the early summer. This schedule allows course completion by mid-July allowing students time during their summer months to work, attend camp, or vacation with
Roll Into Summer
Over the past three years we have held “Swing Into Summer”, a golf tournament and silent auction event. The event was a great success and raised over $75, 000 for the Crestwood Preparatory College Bursary & Scholarship Foundation. The event brought together current students, parents, friends, alumni and supporters of Crestwood in a day of fun.
Birthdays at Crestwood
Looking for a good way to make your son or daughter’s birthday special while they are at school? Well, Roary the Birthday Lion is your solution! For only $5.00, Roary will bring them a birthday card, a small treat, and lead the class in singing Happy
Cafeteria
Find out what tasty meals to expect next week!
Course Selection
Course Selection for the 2016-2017 school year will begin next week. Starting Monday January 11th, Ms. Hann will be visiting Grade 8 through 11 English classes to review diploma requirements and discuss the course selection process. This year, course registration will be done online through Career Cruising for all students in Grades 9-11. Completed registration forms
OUAC Application Deadline
Wednesday January 13th is the final day to apply to Ontario universities for September 2016 admission.
Course Drop Deadline
The last day to drop a course is Friday January 15th. Only Grade 12 students currently taking 7 or more classes and Grade 11 students taking 8 classes are eligible to drop a course. Please see Ms. Hann in the guidance office before Friday if you are considering dropping a course. Signed course drop sheets must be submitted
Grade 6 is Electric!
The Grade 6 students had a great few days learning all about electricity during their Scientists in School visit. Students built a human battery, played with static electricity, created circuits to learn how houses and buildings are wired, tested conductors and insulators, explored electromagnets, and used their own energy to power a generator. It was
Cubs Storm Cyclones
The Crestwood Cubs Hockey Team came out flying and never let up on their way to a convincing 6-1 victory over Country Day School at York Mills Arena on Thursday afternoon. Our defence led the way with hard work, precision passing and many blocked Cyclone pass and shot attempts. This effort was contagious and sparked
Internet Safety Presentation
Parents from the Primary, Junior and Intermediate Divisions’ are invited to Crestwood Lower School for a presentation and discussion about Internet Safety. Please join us on Monday, January 18th, at 7:00 pm to hear Police Constable Laurie McCann discuss this ever-evolving challenge. Officer McCann has spoken at Crestwood School in the past and the parents
Student Safety at Drop Off and Pick-Up
The safety of Crestwood students is always the most important consideration at school. With that in mind, Crestwood staff would like to remind you of the routines and rules surrounding the drop off and pick-up of your children. Before school: * All students should be dropped off at the atrium if they are arriving at school before 8:20
Winter Weather Wishlist
Winter weather has arrived, and with the cold temperatures upon us, please ensure that your children are dressed appropriately for the weather. We are very concerned about keeping your children warm and safe. All students should come to school with hats, mittens or gloves, snow pants, a winter coat and boots. Although students do stay inside on
JK, Busy Day!
The JK’s had such an exciting day last Thursday! In the morning they went on the bus to the “big” Library and in the afternoon they became Scientist’s in our classroom. What a day!
From Grace’s Desk
Parents wishing to register their son/daughter for the school Hot Lunch Program, last day to do so will be Monday, January 4th.
Girls Volleyball Undefeated @ the Break
The U12 Girls Volleyball team have bumped, set and served their way to a perfect record as we arrive at the holiday break. In fact the girls have yet to drop a game against any opponent. Their latest victory came up against Holy Trinity as the girls dominated from start to finish. Team members include
Winter Sports Schedule
Practices and games for the winter season will start back up quickly in the New Year. Click here for a full schedule!
Spotlight on Alumni: Jeffrey Radford-Grant
Jeffrey Radford-Grant received the Gold Level in the Duke of Edinburgh Program, after years of skill and determination. Recipients of this award must demonstrate consistent commitment in Service, Skills and Physical Recreation for a minimum of 12 months, as well as completing a multi-day adventurous journey and residential project. This award is difficult to achieve,
Playdium Night
On December 15th, Crestwood’s Student Government organized a fun-filled, after-school event for Grade 7 and Grade 8 students. Eager participants ventured to Playdium, an interactive entertainment centre, for an evening of arcade games, simulators and high-tech attractions. Playdium was a blast, and those in attendance returned to school with big smiles, full bellies and some prizes
Crestwood Gives
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Crestwood once again participated in our holiday toy and clothing drive: Crestwood Gives! This year we partnered with both Ve’ahavta and the Kawartha Haliburton Children’s Foundation to help 12 families and many others in need during the holiday season. During Town Hall today representatives from both organizations detailed how our donations would be used–what a
Science Matters for Gr.5!
5A and 5B had an amazing time with their Scientist in School yesterday. Through a series of hands on experiments, students were able to create and experience both chemical and physical changes. They were also able to identify a mystery substance by conducting an experiment using vinegar, iodine, and grape juice! This was a great
Hour of Code
This week was Computer Science Education Week! Crestwood students were challenged to participate in a number of coding activities done online through the hour of code website. This site has lots of different activities related to programming and is for students of all ages! Even though the week is over, the hour of code website has new coding activities going up year round. Happy coding!
U14 Volleyball
The U14 Girls Volleyball team had 3 games this week! On Monday, the girls traveled to Montcrest for their first game of the season. The first set started off with CPC in the lead with some ace serves from Kyra Grossman, Maddie Milberg, and Madison Horne. Unfortunately, Montcrest caught up at the end and took the
Senior Volleyball
This week the Senior Girls’ Volleyball team took on Trafalgar Castle. Unfortunately, despite their best efforts they weren’t able to overcome the strong offence that Trafalgar attacked them with, losing 25-21, 25-13, and 25-19. Highlights of the match included phenomenal serving by Marina Morris and Rachael Pape who had a handful of aces each, and
U14 Hockey
The U-14 Hockey Team travelled to Rinx early this week to face off against TFS. The Lions came out flying and never looked back. Alexa Gibson notched her first shut out of the season and Jacob Hanning, Jordan Seigel, Aidan Kay, James Gilday, Aaron Little and Cole Eichler all had multi-point games. Great play by all
U14 Basketball
The U14 Boys Basketball travelled to Montcrest this week. The Lions started off hot, outplaying the Mustangs. The first quarter ended 18 – 5. Montcrest made a few attempts to close the gap, but CPC continually shut them out. CPC’s defensive plays were outstanding, limiting the opponents to just 4 points in the 3rd quarter.
Junior Basketball
This week the Junior Boys Basketball team travelled to TMS for their first away game of the season. While the first quarter was a bit of a struggle, the team ultimately prevailed by a score of 52-33. Special shout outs to Emre Desiru and Erik Usher for scoring 13 and 8 points respectively. As well as
