Student Experience
The past two weeks on campus were bursting with fun and festivities as we gear up for summer! From Grade 5 letter writing and Grade 6 set design, to the Grade 12 pirate-themed science challenge, spring concerts, and showcases from both the Improv Club and Open Dance, check out the highlights gallery here. Plus, enjoy galleries for the Senior School, Junior School, Senior Kindergarten and Junior Kindergarten Sports Days.
Math Unbounded: A Community for Math Curiosity!
Led by Grade 11 Co-Captains Sophia and Sami, the Senior School’s Math Unbounded club has adopted a dynamic new structure to ignite every member’s passion for math. By blending student leadership, mastery through engaging contests, and a strong sense of community, Math Unbounded is an example of deeper learning in action and is a vibrant hub where students collaborate, learn, and explore mathematics together.
Read more.
Junior School Tours of the Old Residence
Beginning in the fall of 2024, Kara McDonald, Deputy Head, Community Engagement and Partnerships, and Manda Haligowski, Archivist, welcomed classes from the Junior School to tour the Old Residence to demystify the administrative building and foster a sense of community and belonging. Throughout the year, each class from the Junior School has visited the building to learn about the history of both the School and the Old Residence (which used to house boarding students!), and ask Ena Harrop, Head of School, any questions they had about CHS.
Celebrations & Congratulations in the Senior School!
Congratulations to the Senior Orchestra, which received a gold placement in this year's MusicFest Canada Nationals! The orchestra will have its final performance this evening at 7:00 pm in the theatre of the Beedie Fine Arts Centre. No tickets are required, all are welcome!
Duke of Edinburgh award recipients and final Debate Club results were also announced in Monday’s Senior School assembly. For the list of results, visit the blog.
National Indigenous History Month
June is National Indigenous History Month—a time to celebrate and learn about the cultures, histories, and achievements of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples. At Monday’s Senior School assembly, students watched this video about allyship and were encouraged to commit to learning more throughout the month, beginning with introductions to the North American Indigenous Games, the self-governing Tsawwassen Nation and Joshua Whitehead's novel Jonny Appleseed, among other topics. Screens across the Senior School are now sharing further Indigenous achievements in sports, science, and more!
The spring season is coming to a close! Read all about the BC Elementary Track and Field Championships, the varsity tennis team’s AA Provincial Championship victory and the golf team's provincial bronze, success at the Canadian Secondary Schools Rowing Association Championship in St Catharines, and more on the blog.
Go Falcons Go!
CHS Parents' Auxiliary
CHS Community Book Club - See You in September!
On May 21, the CHS Community Book Club gathered for its final meeting of the school year to discuss The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters. A heartfelt thank you to event chair Ching Chen for her continued work in organizing and leading the book club meetings over the school year. Thanks to her dedication, parents and alumni had the opportunity to gather together through their joy of reading and have meaningful conversations around a wide range of thought-provoking books.
Mark your calendars! The next book club meeting is on September 17, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. This meeting’s theme is “Made in Canada” — bring a fiction or nonfiction book, either written by a Canadian author or set in Canada, to share with the group.
Note: The evening book club has been on hiatus during the past year due to low interest. If you are interested in an evening book club next year, we’d love to hear from you! Please reach out to auxiliary@croftonhouse.ca.
Last Call for Pickleball! Parent Pickleball Social
This Saturday, June 7, is your last chance to join friendly pickleball matches this school year— but space is limited, so sign up now! All the fun happens at Chan Hall from 9:30 am to 11:30 am. As always, beginners are welcome!
Staff Appreciation Luncheon – Thank You!
Crofton House teachers and staff were treated to a special luncheon in the Old Residence on May 22, featuring a well-curated menu, beautiful linens and flowers, and many thoughtful touches. The Staff Appreciation luncheon was made possible by the dedication of CHS parents, who provided generous donations and staffed the event with enthusiasm. Thank you to everyone who donated or contributed their time and effort. Special thanks to event chairs Isabell Suk and Gitanjli Sood for organizing the luncheon. What a wonderful way for parents to come together and express appreciation for our teachers and staff!
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