Category: Lower School
Successful Ski Excursion
We are pleased to announce that our annual trip to Beaver Valley Ski Club on Friday was a great success. Beaver Valley boasts 20+ trails, ranging from beginner to advanced, as well as terrain for snowboards and trails for snowshoeing. This day provided an excellent opportunity for first time, novice or experienced skiers to enjoy the
Valentine’s Day is Red, White, and Pink Day!
On Wednesday, February 14th, Crestwood students are invited to don their red, white, and pink to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Please bring a toonie to contribute to Community Service’s ongoing fundraising drive in support of Neema International.
Be the Change 2018: Update
Crestwood students left no sofa cushion unturned this past week in their quest to gather stray coins to contribute to our Be the Change classroom challenge. Community Service students diligently collected, sorted, tallied, and rolled the tsunami of coins generously donated by students and their families. We collected an incredible $4414.76 that we will use to
“Be the Change” 2018: Crestwood Cares Update
This year’s “Be the Change” drive is in full swing! Community Service students have been busy this week, collecting, counting, and sorting the mountains of loose change that have been generously donated in the classroom collection boxes. By Thursday, $3091.30 had been collected so far for Neema International to continue our sponsorship of Gilo, Thomas, and
U12 Bball Storm the Cyclones
The U12 Basketball team used a complete team effort to capture a victory at Country Day School Cyclones on Wednesday. Every player contributed in a positive way. After facing some very tough talent as of late it was certainly a welcome win for a team that always works hard from the tip to the final
Hockey Team Topped by TFS
The U12 Coed hockey team was rolling along pretty good until they ran into a very good Toronto French School team yesterday. Our squad fell behind early and played most of the game in their own end as TFS used their speed and structure to stifle any opposition. Although frustrated at times our team continued
U10 Bball Even-Steven
The U10 basketball team is doing well so far this season. Coming off two recent rough matches against T.Y.S and C.D.S. they dribble into the tail end of their season with a 2-2 record. Looking to break out and open things up the team is excited about the next few games against Montcrest, Crescent and
Leave A Lasting Impression
Do you have an interest in advertising in our 2018/19 school yearbook? Well it is now or never. Read below to find out more. Who will see my ad? Crestwood’s yearbook is a 128-page, (28cm by 22cm) full-colour, hardcover book. Every year there are approximately 400 copies in circulation within the Crestwood community. Every student and
Burger Ball
On Tuesday January 30th over 50 basketball players from the lower school and over 50 basketball players from the Upper School got together at the college to enjoy some fun and games. Teams consisted of players from Grade 3 – 10, with Grade 11’s and 12’s refereeing. Teams scrimmaged and played together and then enjoyed
Artists of the Month
Congratulations to Ethan Aptekar and Jacob Lichtblau our new artists of the month! This time we are excited to present two different mediums: architectural designs by Ethan and 3D printing by Jacob. Come visit the exhibit in art building hallway.
Namaste Crestwood!
The Senior Kindergarten class is transformed into a Yoga Studio every Wednesday. The children are building their strength, stamina, and coordination…one yoga move at a time. Many thanks to Lee Davis, our amazing Yoga guru, and to the ever-thoughtful CSPA! Namaste Crestwood!
Grade 6 Ottawa Trip
Grade 6 parents, Have you signed up your child for our exciting three-day Ottawa tour? Online sign-up instructions are here for you to guarantee your child’s place on our graduation trip. The price of $570.65 is only fixed until March 29th so be sure to book before then. Thank you to those who have already signed up. If you have any questions please
Montreal Memories
The U12 basketball and hockey teams traveled to Montreal for a tournament at Lower Canada College this past weekend. This three-day event is comprised of 12 hockey and 12 basketball teams from Montreal and Toronto and has been annual highlight for our Junior athletes for over a decade. All games were highlighted with consistent competition
Be the Change!
Be the Change Starts Tomorrow
Burgerball
Dear Parents, On Tuesday Jan. 22nd, all basketball players from Grades 3 through 6 are invited to attend our sixth Annual Crestwood Co-ed Basketball Event at Crestwood Preparatory College. Competitors will take part in an exciting multi-grade exhibition basketball game and skills competition starting at approx. 4pm. During half time the Lower School will be
Badminton Team Visits Branksome
On Thursday, Crestwood badminton players headed to Branksome Hall for some fun club play. In the north court, Ben and Jayin faced several tough, and older, doubles teams, but they held their own and played with tremendous heart. Max S and Wong pushed their opponents hard, communicated well, and forced many long rallies, while in
Crestwood Prep’s Trivia Night
Calling all Contestants, It’s time to test your trivia prowess at this years Crestwood Preparatory College’s Trivia Night. Join us on Thursday, February 22, 2018. Crestwood will be hosting teams of 8 at Revival on College. This year we have lot’s of prizes to win: Toronto Maple Leaf Platinum Tickets and Memorabilia, Toronto Raptors
Re-enrolment Forms Due on Wednesday!
Hello everyone, Please be reminded that re-enrolment forms are due Wednesday, January 31st. Thank you.
A Sincere Thank You
Dear Crestwood teachers and students, I can’t say enough of how I am so very grateful for all the beautiful gifts I received from all of you! It surely made my Christmas so much better and for that I thank you again so much! May God bless you all and give you joy and peace
Lightening the Load in Gr.2
This week, the Grade 2 classes had the opportunity to participate in hands-on workshops presented by Scientists In Schools. Our students made excellent predictions and tested the ways that simple machines make work easier. Levers, pulleys, inclined planes, wedges, wheels and axles can really lighten the load! Can you believe that Grade 2s can even
Crescent Caps Crestwood in U12 Hockey Action
Despite our goaltender, Josh Paquin, being the best player on the ice yesterday we were unable to match the size and speed of the Crescent squad. The Coyotes started fast and peppered the Crestwood goal early until finally sliding one past PacMan for a 1-0 lead. Crestwood quickly answered that goal with a Will DiIulio
Calling All Music Lovers
Ms. Mink and Mlle. Coupland will be performing on February 6th-8th at the Vaughan City Playhouse raising money for Imagine a Cure For Leukemia. They invite you to come see and hear incredible talent, help an amazing cause, and leave with your hearts feeling full. To see videos of past performances, click this link! To purchase tickets to
Primary French Plays
“Bravo!” To all Grades 2 & 3 students who did an outstanding job putting on their French Plays first term as a final project. Mlle. Coupland is so proud of each and every one of you for working so hard and speaking such great French! You sounded and looked great! A big “merci beaucoup!” to Ms.
FORCE, of course!
The Grade 3 students investigated the impact of friction, gravity, static electricity and magnetic force through a FORCE, OF COURSE workshop presented by Scientists in the Schools. We used catapults to measure the impact of forces on a ball. Do you know how a force is measured? Forces are measured in newtons, named after Sir Isaac
Gr.6 Ottawa Trip Info Available
The Grade 6 Ottawa Trip launch meeting was a success. Thank you to those parents who were able to attend the presentation by Keating Tours – Explorica. For those of you who were not able to make it please view the PDF Info Sheet (Click Here) that was handed out. Please note that the price
Girls Volleyball Victorious
The U12 Girls Volleyball team played three great games in their St. Clement’s mini meet yesterday. They won their second set against Trafalgar, but fell to St. Clement’s and Hawthorne. As the meet progressed, the ladies showed improved teamwork, more accurate bumping, and excellent serves. Mikayla, Andrianna, Izzy, Amy, and Judy all hit aces that
Crestwood Cares
Hello Crestwood, This year the Crestwood Cares Community Service team has set up a great initiative to donate books to The Children’s Book Bank. It’s a place downtown where children can come and choose a used book to take home for free. We would like Crestwood kids and their families to donate used books that
U12 Hockey Captures Boyd Caldwell Consolation Championship
The U12 Co-Ed Hockey won three exciting games on Saturday to capture the Boyd Caldwell Invitational Consolation Hockey Championship. The path to the plaque was not an easy one. We recruited Grade 3 student George Zhou to play goal for us in the semifinal and went on to defeat Selwyn House (Montreal) 2-1 on a beauty
Gr.6 Spring Trip Meeting
A representative from ‘Keating Explorica’ will be visiting the Crestwood School library on Tuesday, January 16th at 7 pm to present information regarding our 2018 Grade 6 Ottawa 3-day Spring Tour. All parents of Grade 6 students are encouraged to attend in order to gain valuable insight into the tour’s itinerary, costs and procedures for online registration.
