Families of current Grade 10 and 11 students are invited to attend an in-person Course Planning Evening on Tuesday, January 28th at 7:00 pm in the Senior School Auditorium. For those who cannot attend in person, this event will be recorded and shared via our Vimeo page. 

 

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On January 23rd, we enjoyed the first Flex Day of 2025 and breaking bread on the new campus! Students have been afforded with beautiful weather the first few weeks back to school, which the students have enjoyed through the big and bright windows that Brown and Tang building. 

 

The Grade 8s had a Science Department Deep Dive in the morning, and then in the afternoon, the community and Career Life Education. Students continued their rotation of activities, which included Digital Citizenship, and the Dunbar community activity, “Take The Lead” leadership activity and a mental health-themed scavenger hunt.

 

The majority of Grade 9s had an off-campus day, participating in “Take Your Child To Work Day,” so they ventured off to various locations with their parents, guardians, or other trusted adults to shadow their work life for a day. The remaining Grade 9s shadowed a teacher or staff member at the School as well as observed the presentations made by visitors for the Grade 11 Career Day Session.

 

The Grade 10s went to the keynote presentation in the morning, given by Saints alumnus Alykhan S. ‘00, and then had University Counselling and CLE. In the afternoon, they bravely took on their provincial assessment!

 

The Grade 11s also went to the keynote presentation in the morning and then went to different presentations given by individuals who visited the school for careers day. There were a variety of careers on display, including CEOs, a costume designer, entrepreneurs, research analysts, chiropractors, and more! Students got the opportunity to network and socialize with the speakers later in the day as well as conduct interviews with them.

 

The Grade 12s had their provincial exam in the morning, which they celebrated in the afternoon, by engaging in University Counselling Sessions and their Capstone Projects.

 

All in all, it was a successful and busy first Flex Day of the New Year!

On Friday, January 17th Mr. Donnici’s Drama 11 class performed their one-act play, The Killers at the Vancouver Zone Festival. Based on the merits of their performance, they were selected to perform at the province-wide BC Drama Festival! The production was also awarded for Outstanding Set Design: a result of the hard work and creativity of our Theatre Technical Coordinator, Mr. Zechner. Adapted by Bryan Harnetiaux from Ernest Hemmingway’s classic short story, The Killers is a stark, noir drama about two hitmen sent to assassinate a down-and-out boxer, and the innocent people who are caught in their way. The class was commended by Adjudicator Luisa Jojic for their deep understanding of their characters, and for their commitment and clarity in telling the story. Catch this award-winning production performing in the Douglas College Theatre at the BC Drama Festival on Thursday, May 1st!

In November, Saints Players Theatre Company held auditions and cast its middle school production of The NeverEnding Story on stage from April 10th–12th at 7:00 pm. After a successful December cast gathering, rehearsals are now in full swing as the actors are ready to dive into the new year with energy and dedication.

This production marks an exciting milestone for the Saints Players Theatre Company as it is helmed by first-time Saints Players Director Ms. Amanda Kennedy. A beloved and highly skilled member of the company, Ms. Kennedy has previously lent her expertise as an acting and intimacy coach to many Saints Players productions. Now, she takes the reins to direct a story that holds a special place in her heart, inspired by the nostalgia of the classic 1980s film adaptation. Ms. Kennedy’s enthusiasm, creativity, and passion for storytelling are evident in every aspect of her leadership, and the Theatre Arts Department is thrilled to see her bring her considerable talents to the forefront. Having directed numerous productions at her previous school, Ms. Kennedy’s debut as a Saints Players director is eagerly anticipated by all. 

Joining the team is another invaluable new addition: Mr. Scott Zechner, who is stepping in as Technical Director while Mr. Marcus Stusek is on paternity leave. With extensive experience and expertise, Mr. Zechner is embracing the challenge of crafting the enchanting and imaginative world of The NeverEnding Story — his vision and skill promise to elevate the production’s visual storytelling to extraordinary heights.

Mr. Jamie Donnici is also lending his invaluable support to the production, stepping in wherever needed to ensure its success. A dedicated and tenured member of the Saints Players Theatre Company community, Mr. Donnici’s versatility and willingness to assist in any capacity have made him an indispensable part of the team. 

The students are equally enthusiastic about bringing this beloved tale to life. Rehearsals are progressing wonderfully, and the cast is eager to share this magical adventure with the community. Stay tuned for more updates. 

The NeverEnding Story is a thrilling stage adventure that blends imagination and courage. It follows Bastian, a lonely boy who discovers a magical book that draws him into the magical land of Fantastica. As the world faces a mysterious threat called the Nothing, a young hunter named Atreyu embarks on a quest to save it, encountering mythical creatures, facing great challenges, and uncovering the power of belief and storytelling. This enchanting tale captivates audiences with its timeless themes of bravery, hope, and the boundless possibilities of imagination.

 

Mr. Wes Boise

Many of our competitive teams have been back in action early in 2025, and have picked up right where they left off, with some fantastic results on the hardcourt, the ice, and the slopes last week. We have a big week coming up in Saints Athletics, here is what is on schedule for January 24th–February 2nd. 

 

Mark your calendars…the Home portion of the Saints vs. VC series is set to take place on Saturday, February 8th. Games begin at noon with the 8As, followed by the 9s, and JVs. The Varsity Game is set to tip off at 6:30 pm. Keep an eye on your email for information regarding wristbands and entry for the Varsity game. 

 

The Varsity Team is set to host Notre Dame on Friday, January 24th at 6:30 pm in Dixon Gym. They will be back in action on Wednesday, January 29th when they head to Vancouver College for the front end of the Saints vs.VC Series. That game is set to tipoff at 7:30 pm. Keep an eye on your email if you are interested in attending. All five games at VC that day will be live-streamed on their YouTube channel HERE. The team will host Burnaby South next week on Thursday, January 30th at 8:00 pm in Dixon Gym. 

 

The 2nd Varsity Team is at Vancouver College on January 29th at 4:00 pm as part of the Saints vs.VC series.

 

The Junior Varsity Team is at the Spartan Invitational Tournament at Claremont on January 24th and 25th. They too will play at VC on Wednesday, January 29th at 5:30 pm. The boys will host Burnaby South the next day in Dixon Gym at 6:30 pm. 

 

The Grade 9 Team will host Notre Dame on Friday, January 24th at 5:00 pm in Dixon Gym. They too travel to VC on Wednesday, January 29th for a 2:30 pm tipoff, and will host Burnaby South in Dixon Gym on Thursday, January 30th at 5:00 pm.

 

The Grade 8A Team will also host Notre Dame on Friday, with the slate of games starting Dixon Gym at 3:30 pm. They will kick off the VC away games on Wednesday, January 29th at 1:00 pm, and will also host Burnaby South on Thursday, January at 3:30 pm. 

 

The Grade 8B Team is coming off of a two-game week and will host a play day in Dixon Gym on Saturday, January 25th with Elphinstone and the Grade 7A Team. Those games are set to be played at 11:00 am, 12:30 pm, and 2:00 pm. Good luck, Boys!

 

The U15 AAA Team is in action on Saturday, January 25th in Delta where they take on Delta Black at 9:30 am. Next week, they’ll travel to Penticton for a series of three games against OHA, Rink Kelowna, and then OHA again from January 31st–February 2nd. 

 

The U15 Prep Team travels to Seattle on Saturday, January 25th to take on Star Academy at 3:00 pm, and will rematch the next morning at 10:00 am. Next weekend, the team heads to the island for the Island Showcase, where they will play OHA on Friday at 2:00 pm, Delta on Saturday at 7:30 pm, and PCHA at 12:45 pm on Sunday. Good luck, Boys!

 

The U17 Prep Team will host OHA at Father Bauer on Saturday, January 25th at 5:15 pm. They will be back in action next weekend when they host Shawnigan at Father Bauer Arena on Friday, January 31st at 2:00 pm. The next day they will host BWC Academy at 5:15 pm also at Father Bauer.

 

On Saturday, January 25th the U18 Prep Team will travel to Delta Planet Ice to play Delta at 5:30 pm. The following morning they will host OHA at 10:45 am at Thunderbird Arena. Next Sunday, February 2nd, the team will host Coeur d’Alene at Thunderbird Arena at 10:45 am.

 

CSSHL League schedules are available HERE.

 

The Curling Team will continue to practice on Wednesdays after school at the Vancouver Curling Club. They are headed to the Bill Mills Bonspiel on February 1st and 2nd at the Port Moody Curling Club. Five teams from Saints Curling will be in action, three in the advanced division, and two in the intermediate. The Varsity Team will also be competing on February 4th and 5th at Marpole Curling Club for the Regional Zone Championships. Good luck, Curlers!

 

Rowers will remain in training throughout the Winter Term, with their next event being the Indoor Beat The Beast Erg Competition taking place January 31st–February 1st. 

 

Beat The Beast is the signature Indoor Rowing Competition which traditionally takes place in February. Hundreds of rowers from across BC convene at Dixon Gym to compete in a variety of races. The most competitive athletes from 2,000m races progress to Sprint Showdowns, a series of 500m sprints at the end of the day, and there are team relays. At the end of racing, two championships will be awarded to the team with the most overall points, and the team with the most efficiency —an exciting team component to this regatta!

 

We'd love to welcome as much of the St. George's community as possible. While most of our boys will have the bulk of their racing from 10:00 am–1:00 pm, the most exciting races will take place from 2:00–3:30 pm.

 

Come out, wear Saints colours, and feel the excitement of this unique event! Please reach out to Coach Duncan at: bduncan@stgeorges.bc.ca or Coach Jess at: jdavis@stgeorges.bc.ca if you have any questions. 

Keep an eye on the Saints Rowing Instagram for updates!

 

The Sport Climbing Team is back at the Hive on Tuesday, January 28th and Tuesday, February 4th. The team is preparing for their next competition set for Tuesday, February 18th at Brentwood.

The competitive Ski and Snowboard Team had some fantastic results come in from their race day on Thursday, January 16th with Leon X. ‘25 taking home the Gold and Thomas S. ‘25 taking the Silver in Snowboarding. Angus B. ‘26 and Gregor S. ‘26 took Silver and Bronze in Skiing. Overall, the Snowboarders had five of the top six times and seven of the top 22 on the day. The Skiers were just as impressive, with six of the top nine times, and 10 of the top 19. The team is back at Blackcomb Mountain on Friday, January 24th for their third race day of the season, followed by race days on the Wednesday, January 29th and Friday, January 31st to round out the month. 

 

The Table Tennis Team will continue to practice on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the Lower Great Hall.

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