Dr. Alex Russell – Clinical psychologist and author of ‘Drop the Worry Ball’

Anxiety disorders among children are on the rise: more medications are being prescribed, new disorders are appearing and children are struggling to take on the world around them. Taking a health perspective, Dr. Russell will help us understand how to shift the burden or responsibility to children, something that helps them take on anxiety. Returning

Cross Country Meet at Norval Outdoor Education Center

The Crestwood Cross Country Team participated in a meet hosted by UCC at the Norval Outdoor Education Center in Halton Hills on Thursday.  Our runners were faced with a challenging course through the leaf-covered trails in the forest.  All of the Crestwood athletes paced their run to came through the finish line successfully.  Congratulations to

Ron Morrish – Author, International Speaker, Discipline and Behavioural Consultant

Come hear Ron Morrish speak to the Crestwood Community.  From the foundation-setting of early childhood to the complexity of adolescence, he will provide you with a host of practical, common-sense strategies for raising responsible children.  You will go home with many great ideas that you can start using immediately.   Date: Thursday, November 8th, 2018

Grade 6 Drop Zone

Last week the Grade 6 students participated in Crestwood’s first annual “Drop Zone Contest.” Students put their knowledge of gravity, drag and air pressure to the test and built their own custom parachutes. Each group collected and used recycled materials such as grocery bags and plastic dry cleaning covers. After completing the project, students attached

Ms. Mink does Mirvish

On Monday, September 24th our very own primary music teacher, Ahbra Mink, had the privilege of singing on stage at Princess of Wales Theatre for the Mirvish Season Opener. This promotional event was invite-only for Mirvish subscribers and open to all members of the media. Singing as part of SoundCrowd Choir, she backed up Broadway’s

“Cow”-operation is a Must In Ontario

The Grade 3’s were visited by a Dairy Farmer today. We discussed all of the different regions in Ontario and how the Dairy Industry is vital to the industry of the Great Lakes/St. Lawrence Lowlands.  Dairy Farms are located in rural communities where farmers, lab technicians, bulk tank carriers, veterinarians, and nutritionists, all work together

Art Studio Salt Mandalas

Our beautiful new studio has provided us with the perfect space to create, explore and experiment with new materials! We are currently working on salt mandalas and students are finding the experience both meditative and exciting! A mandala (literally means “circle”) is a spiritual and ritual symbol in Hinduism and Buddhism, representing the universe. In common use, “mandala” has become a generic term

Crestwood Community Meet N Greet!

Dear Parents, Please join us next week to meet your class parents/caregivers, grade parents and CSPA members. JK-2 on Tuesday, September 25th, 8-9PM in the Atrium directly after Curriculum Night. Grade 3-6 on Wednesday, September 26th, 8-9PM in our new Cafeteria directly after Curriculum Night. Wine and cheese, compliments of the CSPA. Regards, CSPA Executive

Terry Fox Run Info!

At Crestwood we are proud of the commitment we’ve made to Community Service. We are beginning the 2018-2019 school year with our annual Terry Fox Walk/Run, which will take place during the afternoon of THURSDAY, September 27TH, 2018 at the Glendon field. Students should be in their House t-shirts, Crestwood gym shorts or track pants