Calendar Highlights

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Whole School

October 24 - Professional Development Day (No classes for students)
October 28 - Coffee with Admissions (RSVP)
October 30 - Crofton House School AGM (RSVP)
November 10-12 - Mid-Term Break & Remembrance Day (School closed)
November 13-14 - Professional Development Days (No classes for students)
November 29 – CHS Winter Bazaar

Junior School

October 27 - Grade 5 ISEA Volleyball Playday
October 28 - Grade 7A & 7B ISEA Volleyball Championship Playdays
October 30 - Grade 2-3 Parent Coffee & Conversation with JS Director
October 31 - JK Parent Coffee & Conversation with JS Director
November 3 - JK-Grade 7 Parent Assembly

Senior School

October 27 - Student-Parent-Teacher Conference #1 (No classes for Senior School students)
November 5 - Grade 9 Take Our Kid to Work Day

Learning Together

October 30 - Grade 8-9 Personal Counsellor Coffee Morning: Navigating Strong Emotions Together
November 5 - JK-Grade 7: Safer Schools Together - Digital Responsibility (Virtual) 

Parents' Auxiliary (PA)

October 28 - Senior School Family Night (Purchase tickets here)
October 29 - CHS Community Book Club
November 5 & November 6 – Senior School Service Together
December 9 – Senior School Holiday Tea
December 18 – Junior School Holiday Tea
Saturday Mornings – Pickleball Socials (More dates added - sign up here!)

Learning Together Events

Grade 8-9 Parent Personal Counsellor Coffee Mornings: Navigating Strong Emotions Together

Grade 8-9 parents, on Thursday, October 30, from 8:30 am to 9:30 am, bring your questions and thoughts about what it means to navigate authentic, caring conversations with your teen under the topic of "Navigating Strong Emotions Together" to this informal coffee morning with the School’s personal counsellors in the Heritage Dining Room of the Old Residence. Everybody is welcome, and no registration is required. Feel free to drop in!

Junior School Learning Together: Digital Responsibility

This session, presented by Safer Schools Together, focuses on supporting your child in responsible technology use and developing your digital parenting strategy. Check your inboxes for further information!

Event Recording: CHS Learning Framework

Hear from Ena Harrop, Head of School, and members of the Junior and Senior School leadership team as they provide an overview of our Learning Framework, which articulates how we approach teaching and learning at Crofton House, and take questions from parents. The recording is available with English and Mandarin subtitles. Adjust the language by selecting the gear icon, clicking “CC/subtitles”, and then selecting the language.

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Notices - Action Items

CHS Annual General Meeting

Please be reminded that the Annual General Meeting of Crofton House School will be held on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at 6:00 pm via Zoom. Today is the last day for parents and guardians to register to attend. More details are available in the communication sent to families.

Volunteer for the CHS Golf Tournament Committees

Are you a golfer? Have you attended the CHS Golf Classic and wondered how to get involved? Or do you simply love the idea of helping bring one of our community’s favourite traditions to life?

We are seeking enthusiastic volunteers— particularly Senior School parents to ensure strong representation and diverse perspectives—to join the Golf Tournament Committee. As a committee member, you’ll help shape this signature CHS event. We’re also recruiting volunteers for the Wine Committee and the Silent Auction Committee.

If you enjoy collaboration, building community, and contributing to a meaningful cause, we would love to have you on board! Email golf@croftonhouse.ca to express your interest.

Coffee with Admissions

CHS families and alumnae are invited to join Richard Cohee, Director, Enrolment Management & Admissions, and his team, on Tuesday, October 28, from 8:30 am to 9:30 am in the Heritage Dining Room of the Old Residence, as they lead a discussion about the admissions process (JK through Grade 12) and financial assistance (for new students entering Grade 8). Attendees will also have the opportunity to ask questions, so you can leave better informed about the admissions process and financial assistance. Register here.

Volunteers Still Needed for Service Together

We’re looking for Senior School parent volunteers to work alongside our students as we assemble care packages for those in need in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside on Thursday, November 6, from 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm.

This meaningful initiative is part of our partnership with the Downtown Eastside Women’s Centre (DEWC). We’ll be joined by a guest speaker from the DEWC, who will share more about their important work and community impact. Come lend a hand, and let’s make a difference. Sign up here. 

Notices - For Information

Emergency Preparedness: Recent Lockdown & Earthquake Drills

Over the past two weeks, we have successfully conducted two emergency drills: a lockdown drill on Friday, October 10, and an earthquake drill on Tuesday, October 14.

In the event of a real emergency, the School will notify you via text and email, directing you to our website for additional information and updates on student pick-up. Please take a moment to update your emergency contacts in MySchool, including who is authorized to pick up your child, and verify your contact numbers. Your cooperation helps us ensure everyone’s safety. Thank you! 

Grab & Go Extended Hours on Wednesdays

Good news — the Grab & Go will now stay open later on Wednesdays! Students and staff can pick up breakfast items until 9:15 am, providing a bit more time to fuel up for the day ahead.

Student Experience

From Outdoor Education activities to Spanish dance classes, Junior School Lunch Leagues, and Grade 8 Housewarming, students have been busy both on and off campus over the last two weeks! Check out the highlights photo gallery here.

Connecting Cultures: A Day of Friendship and Learning with Ohtani Junior and Senior High School

On Friday, October 17, the Senior School welcomed 16 enthusiastic Grade 11 students from Ohtani Junior and Senior High School in Osaka, Japan. Grade 11 students Adele and Christina were Crofton House ambassadors for the day, providing translation and ensuring that the Ohtani students were supported throughout their time on campus. Hear some of their takeaways from the day.

Celebrate the Kent Field Lights & Cheer on the Crofton Falcons

Join us on Friday, October 24, at 4:00 pm in Manrell Hall for fall-themed refreshments and beverages as we celebrate the new Kent Field light installation. Afterwards, we’ll head over to the pitch to cheer on the Senior 2 field hockey team as they compete in the 2025 ISAs at 5:00 pm. All are welcome. We hope to see you there! RSVP here.

New Senior School Recreational Athletics Clubs: Registration Open Today!

With lots of final regular season games and championship tournaments, the fall Falcons teams have enjoyed busy schedules the last two weeks! Plus, our Senior School varsity volleyball team headed to Calgary to defend their Western Canadian Independent Schools' Volleyball Championship title. Read more about recent results here.

Go Falcons Go!

Winter Bazaar Presales & Donations

The Winter Bazaar presales have officially launched! If you have not yet had a chance to browse the CHS-inspired gear, plants, wreaths, and pies, now is the time! Check out the Winter Bazaar Presales for the descriptions and the order form to place your order. Here are a few highlights to look forward to on the day:

• Design Den: A new Senior School-inspired crafting corner for those who like a little crafting challenge.
• Artisan Goods: An impressive line-up of locally made products to dazzle all your senses.
• Imagination Market: A trio of crafts with some new options sure to interest our Junior School crafters.

We also have two final opportunities for donations coming up. Drop your gently-used goods off at the Junior School roundabout or the Balaclava Street Gate C. Collection times are Monday, November 3 and Monday, November 17, twice daily from 7:30 am to 9:00 am and 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm. We’re especially looking for school uniforms, books, toys, women’s clothing, and sporting gear. Visit our Donation Page for full details.

Questions? We’d love to hear from you. Please email bazaarchairs@croftonhouse.ca.

CHS Parents' Auxiliary

Reminder: CHS Community Book Club Meets on October 29

A reminder that our next CHS Community Book Club is next Wednesday, October 29, from 9:30 to 10:30 am in the Nocente Family Fireplace Lounge. We’ll be discussing the works of acclaimed Australian author Liane Moriarty, whose bestselling novels such as Big Little Lies, Nine Perfect Strangers, and Apples Never Fall have each been adapted into hit television series. Choose any Moriarty novel that speaks to you, enjoy the journey, and bring your reflections to share. All CHS parents and alumnae are invited, and no pre-registration is required - feel free to drop in! 

Note: The evening book club has been on hiatus due to low interest. If you are interested in an evening book club, we’d love to hear from you! Please reach out to auxiliary@croftonhouse.ca. 

Stay Warm and Play Pickleball!

A reminder that CHS “PB & Jam” Parent Pickleball Socials are continuing through the 2025-2026 school year, pending gym availability. Sign up to grab a spot. All levels are welcome! If your preferred date is full, keep checking back for cancellations and new dates added. 

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