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The annual Vancouver Island Crofton House School Alumnae Tea, held on Saturday, December 7, marked the first alumnae event on our festive calendar. We are grateful to all the alumnae who attended Pendray Inn & Tea House, and took the time to write messages to the graduating class of 2025. Your support and encouragement mean so much to the students. Thank you for your continued connection and dedication to our community! |
Upcoming Events
Wednesday, December 18: Young Alumnae Social
Join us for a festive Young Alumnae Holiday Social at CRAFT Beer Market in False Creek! Whether you’re based in Vancouver or back for the holidays, come enjoy appetizers and drinks, and connect with fellow classmates. It’s the perfect chance to reconnect with old friends, meet new ones, and catch up with Ena Harrop, Head of School, Kara McDonald, Deputy Head of School, and Sadhbh Smyth, Alumnae Relations Coordinator—additional faculty may also drop in throughout the evening. Don’t miss out on this exciting first-ever event in Olympic Village! RSVP online.
Friday, December 20: Alumnae Seasonal Social and Carol Service
This year, the School and Alumnae Association have partnered to host the Seasonal Social on Friday, December 20, at the University Centre | Sage Bistro (6331 Crescent Road, Vancouver). Enjoy light refreshments before heading to the Chan Centre for the Performing Arts for the Carol Service. RSVP online.
The Seasonal Social, a tradition dating back to 2008 when the service was held at St. Andrew-Wesley United Church, brings alumnae together before the Carol Service. For over 80 years, the Carol Service itself has brought together students, parents, grandparents, alumnae, teachers, staff, and friends of CHS, making it a cherished tradition of our community.
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Alumnae Association Updates
Alumnae Country Kitchen at the Winter Bazaar: Thank You!
The alumnae jammer’s hard work truly paid off—all flavours sold out at the Winter Bazaar in support of Women Leaders of Tomorrow and the Downtown Eastside Women’s Centre. A huge thank you to the over 40 alumnae who contributed by making, packaging, and selling jam—this event was an especially meaningful opportunity to give back to the community while connecting with fellow alumnae.
Mystery, Biographies & Holiday Reads with the CHS Community Book Club
Agatha Christie, Heather Terrell (pen name Marie Benedict) and other holiday favourites have been drawing a growing group of avid alumnae and parent readers.
Key Dates - Alumnae Association:
Thursdays, January to March 2025 - Stringing a Yarn Knitting Club
Calling all alumnae knitters! The Junior School is looking for alumnae to join their after-school Grade 4 knitting club on Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:30 pm, beginning Thursday, January 16. The club is once again knitting blankets in support of Project Linus. A commitment of a minimum of two sessions is appreciated. Express your interest by emailing alumrsvp@croftonhouse.ca.
Wednesday, January 22, 2025 - CHS Community Book Club
Join us at 9:30 am in the Nocente Family Fireplace Lounge to meet Valerie Jerome, sister of Harry Jerome and author of Races: The Trials and Triumphs of Canada’s Fastest Family. RSVP to alumrsvp@croftonhouse.ca.
Sundays, January 26 to March 9, 2025 - Drop-in Alumnae Pickleball
Join us on Sundays from 9:30 am to 11:30 am in Chan Hall for a morning of friendly pickleball. No prior experience is necessary. Join the CHS Alumnae Pickleball Whatsapp group for updates. No sessions will be held on January 19 and February 16, 2025.
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Thank You
We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to every alumna who supported one of the School’s fundraising initiatives this year. Your thoughtful generosity is deeply appreciated and will continue to enrich the education experience of all current and future Crofton House School students.
If you have not yet had the opportunity to support the School and would like to receive a 2024 tax receipt, please donate online by Tuesday, December 31. If you prefer to drop off your donation, please note that the School will be closed from Friday, December 20, 2024, to Monday, January 6, 2025.
The Advancement team wishes you a joyful holiday season and a peaceful New Year. Thank you for your continued support.
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Alumnae News
Alumna Christie Gray ’17, pictured here with CHS teachers and soccer coaches Phil Stringer and Laura Bruce, recently visited campus to celebrate some exciting news—she’s signed with the Calgary Wild FC, one of the six clubs in Canada’s new Northern Super League! Congratulations, Christie!
Alumna Frances MacInnis ’21 recently had her essay “The Limits of Language: Interrogating Martin Buber’s Philosophy of Dialogue” published in issue #38 of Fragments: McGill Undergraduate Philosophy Journal. Congratulations Frances!
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Condolences
With sadness, we announce the passing of alumna Alix (Cherniavsky) Morgan ’71. Alix was known for her kindness and selflessness and will be remembered by her friends and family. Read more about Alix.
With sadness, we announce the passing of alumna Frances (Manning) Skene ’56. Frances lived life with purpose and joy and will be remembered by her friends and family. Read more about Frances.
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