Crestwood Gives The Crestwood Parents’ Association recently donated some much needed school supplies to students at Gosford Public School in Toronto. The supplies, which included binders, paper, pens, pencils, erasers and a variety of other items, were leftover from the supply bundles previously sold by the PA. Much thanks goes to Luanne Pearlman and her
Parents’ Association Nominations The Parents’ Association has board positions open for the 2017 / 2018 school year. The PA provides a great opportunity to get involved and make a positive contribution to the Crestwood community. It’s a supportive and casual environment where everyone pitches in and there is always back-up. The time commitment is very
The Scholastic book fair at Crestwood was a huge success! Over $12,500 worth of books were sold in 3 days! The students bought some great books and the library earned some great rewards: new books, a credit with Scholastic, and cash back to spend on author visits and MORE books. A big thank you goes out
At Crestwood we are proud of the commitment we have made to Community Service in the past. We are beginning the 2016-2017 school year with our annual Terry Fox Walk/Run, which will take place during the afternoon of THURSDAY, September 29TH, 2016. Students should be in their House t-shirts, Crestwood gym shorts or track pants
At Crestwood we are proud of the commitment we have made to Community Service in the past. We are beginning the 2016-2017 school year with our annual Terry Fox Walk/Run, which will take place during the afternoon of THURSDAY, September 29TH, 2016. Students should be in their House t-shirts, Crestwood gym shorts or track pants
Lions and Tigers and Maasai Warriors, oh my! Crestwood is excited to once again be partnering with the We organization (formally Me to We) to journey to Tanzania and bring an incredible travel, educational and service opportunity to our students. Following the success of our previous trips to Ecuador and Nicaragua, Crestwood is expanding our
Parent Volunteer Campaign “ALONE WE CAN DO SO LITTLE, TOGETHER WE CAN DO SO MUCH” – Helen Keller Volunteering is a great way to get to know the school from a different and rewarding perspective, and our Parent Volunteer Campaign is in full swing! Our children are getting settled into their routines and the Crestwood Preparatory
CRESTWOOD PREPARATORY COLLEGE in partnership with GRASSROOTS ELITE CANADA Crestwood Prep Basketball in the 6 Summer Camp June 27 – July 22, 2016 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Four One Week Sessions Register for one or all 4 weeks! Come learn from some of Toronto’s best coaches, led by Crestwood’s Ro Russell who worked with the
Major Dias joined the Canadian Forces as a reserve Radio Teletype Operator with 745 (Edmonton) Communication Squadron in 1993. While he was attending the University of Alberta, he was accepted into the Reserve Entry Scheme for Officers and was commissioned in 1996. While at 745 Comm Sqn he served in a variety of positions: Troop
Crestwood Preparatory College named well-known Toronto basketball coach Ro Russell Head Coach of their Senior Boys Basketball program and Coordinator for Basketball. As Basketball Coordinator, Russell will be responsible for overseeing player and program development. Russell will begin coaching the Lions in the fall of 2016 and will look to field a strong, competitive team
John Vassair served in the Canadian Forces during the Cold War era, and as such he participated in a number of peacekeeping missions from the period. Most notably John was deployed in Korea and the Suez in the 50s, during and after the conflicts in both of those nations. As such John followed the actions of the
Crestwood sends a big congratulations to all of the Crescent Science Olympics participants last weekend: Quinn, Farnood, and Spencer in grade 4, Lindsay, Molly, and Raymond in grade 5, and Tamara, David, and Jordan N. in grade 6. The students showed amazing team work and science skills through intense challenges involving lasers, anatomy, forensics, electricity,
End of season games and OFSAA qualifiers. It was an exciting week in sports! Varsity Swimming On Wednesday, the Varsity Swim Team had a fantastic meet at the CISAA Championship at U of T. With over half of the swims being best times, our swimmers proved they were competition in the water. Our swim of
With only two weeks left before the holiday break, what better way to come together and celebrate than with food, friends and family! On Wednesday, Bake Sale Coordinator Coco Ke hosted our December Bake Sale. It was a wonderful day! Students and parents baked delicious and creative treats. Snowmen were everywhere–on cookies, on cupcakes, and
WHAT A NIGHT! The restaurant was at capacity with parents, staff, and an extremely funny magician on Thursday night at our annual FRIEND RAISER! It was a great night to connect with members of our community. Special thanks to everyone who helped make the night possible and such a fabulous success. The school, the Fabbrica team, the
Bill King served in the Canadian Forces from 1951-56. Bill grew up in Nova Scotia, against the backdrop of WW2. He remembers well the sacrifices of other family members who served in that conflict, and he considers them the real veterans. Bill’s service coincided with the Korean War, and although he did not go to
On Tuesday March 31st, cast and crew members of the Sears Ontario Drama Festival, attended the Toronto North Awards Night at L’Amoreaux. Taking home an Award of Merit for Performance, was Grade 12 student Sam Downey, for his performance as Captain English in “S.S. Ethie.” The show was performed as a part of the Festival
The PA is starting to plan for next year. We are looking for feedback from the parents. The School Bundles Coordinator is preparing for next year and is also looking for some feedback. Would you like to see parent mornings with special guest speakers? A walking club? A Crestwood Prep Blue Jays Game? A Facebook
At a very early age, our kids are getting introduced and exposed to technology and social media and the challenges they present. As parents, we need to be educated and aware of what’s out there, so we can help our children navigate this new world; keeping them safe while they explore all technology has to
This week the PA starts their volunteer drive for the remaining 2014-15 school year and the upcoming 2015-16 school year. If you happen to have some time, be it an hour or so on a weekly, monthly or yearly basis… Come join us. We have something for everyone. Larger role, volunteer positions are clearly defined
Mark your calendars. The countdown is on! The Holiday Bake Sale is Tuesday December 9th and will run before and after school as well as during the lunch hours. Special thanks to Megan and all her volunteers who baked and sold the treats during our very successful Halloween Bake Sale. We raised $380.00 which goes
Mark your calendars. The countdown is on! The Holiday Bake Sale is Tuesday December 9th and will run before and after school as well as during the lunch hours. Special thanks to Megan and all her volunteers who baked and sold the treats during our very successful Halloween Bake Sale. We raised $380.00 which goes directly back
The Scholastic book fair at Crestwood was a huge success! The students were thrilled to buy new books and it was a pleasure to see children so excited about reading. Due to the success of the book fair, we now have many new books and a Scholastic credit to purchase books throughout the year. Thank
The Parents Association would like to congratulate Terry McNamara in becoming Crestwood Preparatory College Parents’ Association’s new Communications Coordinator. Thanks for volunteering Terry – it is much appreciated.
The first PIZZA LUNCH will be held on Friday October 3rd. For further information check the P. A. section on your student’s home Edsby page. Please join us for the next P.A. meeting on Thursday October 2nd in the 2nd floor staff room. Casual coffee will be at 8:30 a.m. followed by the meeting at
The Parents’ Association is bringing back Pizza Lunches for the 2014-15 school year! Pizza lunches will run on the following dates: Friday October 3, 2014, Friday November 14, 2014, Friday December 12, 2014, Friday January 9, 2015, Friday February 20, 2015, and Friday April 10, 2015. The total cost for the 6 pizza lunches is
It’s already that time again. Why fight the back-to-school shopping crowds to get your school supplies for next September. The PA’s Bundles Program makes it easy and painless. Just order from us and we will have all that the students will need ready for you before the end of this school year. Look for our
