Grades 4A and 4B would like to send out a big thank you to Mr Cooper and our Crestwood House Heads for organizing our first “House Challenge” of the year. We loved the egg race and look forward to more fun and exciting activities in the weeks to come! –Ms Green
Terry Fox School Run 2020
Throughout the week Crestwood students and teachers have been participating in the Terry Fox School Run. Whether it has been during Physical Education classes or through our virtual school run over 150 people in the CPC community have run or walked 450 km! All to help fight cancer. We will continue with our virtual runs
Terry Fox
Welcome to Our New Staff 2020-2021
Click to see Crestwood Preparatory College’s New Staff for 2020-2021: Welcome to Our New Staff 2020-2021
Terry Fox Donations Remain Open
It is with great pleasure that I update you on the first school wide event that took place this past Wednesday, September 30th. Our Terry Fox run was a great success. The weather held out so that each class could participate in their cohort with enthusiasm and determination. Although our run looked different than
What’s Your 40?
Our 6A class had a fantastic time participating in the Terry Fox Run this school year. This was particularly special because the Terry Fox Run organization has celebrated its 40th year. Of course, it looked a little different but we definitely made the most of running our hearts out for such a wonderful cause.
Hanging out in JK!
JK is Treeting us well. Mrs Young and Ms Sandler think the JK’s are absolutely Treemendous! –Melodie Young & Ros Sandler
Crestwood is…
The students of SKA enjoyed learning about “ Orange Shirt Day”. We brainstormed words to describe our wonderful school. –Carolyn Haywood & Christina Teixeira
PrinciPALs
Dear Parents, Happy October! We can’t believe we have made it through the first month of school! We are so proud of the progress students have made in such a short period of time. This week was jam packed with Toonie Tuesday and Pizza lunch, the Terry Fox Run, Orange Shirt Day, our Primary
Indigenous Children
This week saw Crestwood take part in Orange Shirt Day: September 30 falls during the time of year when Indigenous children were taken away from their families to residential school. Crestwood staff and students wore their orange shirts on Wednesday to show their solidarity with Canada’s indigenous peoples and to take a step in the
School Photos – Retakes, Missed Photos, and Online Learners
The photo retake day has been changed as follows: – Thursday, October 15th for all Grade 8, 9 & 10 students who did not have their photos taken on the original date and for those wishing a retake. – Friday, October 16th for all Grade 7, 11 & 12 students who did not have their
Hybrid Monthly Calendar for October
By clicking the link below you will find the updated October monthly calendar with the days that the Grades 9 & 10 or Grades 11 & 12 will be learning online. You will also see that we have indicated which 4-day block we are in as follows: Day 1 -4 (starts with the Grade 11 & 12’s
Crestwood Preparatory College Spiritwear
Just a reminder the school store closes this Sunday. If you would like to order Crestwood Spiritwear get your orders in ASAP. https://www.leathersport.com/stores/crestwood Password: crestwood12 (Password is case sensitive)
CPC School Emergency Response Measures
Please review Crestwood Preparatory School’s Emergency Response Measure Plan: EMERGENCY RESPONSES
Gimme Shelter
Our 4A class has been exploring the beautiful forest around Crestwood as part of our habitats unit in Science. The students have been investigating local plant and animal life, finding various wildlife shelters and learning about the food chains that exist right here in our community. –Katie Maalouf
PrinciPALS
Dear Parents, Congratulations to everyone on completing Week 3 of our 2020/2021 school year! It has been so wonderful to watch new friendships forming, see students engaging with new activities both in and out of the classroom, and to top it all off, we’ve had nothing but beautiful weather each day! In the Primary
EduSafe
We would like to thank everyone for your patience and participation with the COVID-19 pre-screening. We have completed the transition to Edusafe. If you cannot find your initial invitation email for EduSafe, you can still set up your account by going to “edusafe.io” or using the EduSafe app for iOS and Android. Once there, use
Terry Fox School Run Starts Next Week
Next week Crestwood will participate in Terry Fox runs and walks. Download the free app “Strava” to record your run or walk. Once you download Strava, spelled: S.T.R.A.V.A. to your phone, choose “Clubs” then join the “Crestwood Running Club”. Now you are all set to record your runs and walks for the week. We
Ice Hockey Skills and Drills Begins Next Week
Attention all hockey players! We will begin on-ice skills and drills next week. We have ice available for all those interested on the following dates: Tuesday October 6 Thurs. October 7 Tuesday October 13 Thursday October 15 Friday October 16 Tuesday October 20 Thursday October 22 Friday October 23 Tuesday October 27 Thursday October 29
Extracurricular Clubs
The following clubs are up and running at Crestwood. Clubs are a great way for kids to get to know others, as well as build skills that enrich their academic curriculum, build life skills, and improve resume experiences. Please see below for information on clubs; Kids Lit Quiz team – Grade 7 (some 8’s)
Guidance News (Sept. 25)
Virtual Post-Secondary Information Night (Gr. 11 & 12) Thank you to all of the families that tuned into the Post-Secondary Information Evening For access to the presentation please access the link here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t87rPf95jiA&t=18s Advanced Placement (AP) Program Those students who are interested in participating in the AP program at Crestwood this year are encouraged
Lost Library Books
Hi all Many students still have books from before the March Break. Hopefully the books were enjoyed over and over again while all of us were stuck at home! There are hundreds of books still out there. They are easily recognizable as they have a spine label as well as a Crestwood barcode. Please have
Toonie Tuesday
Toonie Tuesday is next week on Tuesday, September 29th. Please be reminded that students are required to contribute a toonie in order to wear casual clothes (non-uniform) on these special days. Homeroom teachers will collect these toonies and all monies will be used to fund our “Crestwood Cares” community service initiatives. Thank you for your
Hand It To Grace!
Dear Parents Please let us know if there are any changes that we need to add to your child’s confidential information. If all information remains the same as that submitted over the summer there is no need to click below. Click here to update your info. Thank you for your cooperation.
Hello Crestwood Community!
My name is Brandi Taylor and I am taking over for Kathleen Davies for the 20/21 school year. I graduated from Queen’s University in 2018 with a Bachelor of Education and a Bachelor of Music. I have been teaching in the Durham District School Board for the last two years and am looking forward
House Cup – Here We Come!
Despite many hurdles in the way, last Friday the House Heads initiated the race for the house cup and the search for a new 2020/2021 Crestwood house champion! Things began with the first House Colour Day where students were able to let everyone see their house spirit by showing off their house colour clothes!
Let It Rain!
With rain forecast for the coming week we want to remind all parents and students to arrive at school dressed and ready for the changing seasonal weather. Come dressed in rain boots to keep those socks and feet dry and a rain jacket. All Physical Education classes and recess periods will take place outside
DO in the Music Zoom Room!
SKA learning about DO in the Music Zoom Room! Here is our finished ‘DOE a deer! –Amanda Birchard
Parents’ Association (Sept. 25)
Used Uniforms If you would like to donate or purchase clean, gently used uniform pieces, please contact Maria at mariaelisabethsmith@me.com to arrange pick up / drop off. Donating is a great way to support Crestwood families.
Crestwood Staff Parking
Please note the parking map below. The spots shaded in red are the only visitor parking spots. If you are required to come to school for any reason please park in this designated area. If these spots are occupied you may park in the Glendon parking lot. Parking at Glendon is complimentary until further
