On Monday, March 31st, it will be Day 1 and the blocks will be B-E-C/D-A. Tuesday, April 1 will be Day 2 and the blocks will be G-H/I-J-F.

Time of day can have a strong impact on learning for some students (and teachers).

Rotating blocks enables students to learn different subjects at different times of the day to spread both the opportunities and challenges of specific times of day.

This is an important reminder that after Spring Break, the Senior School will have a new bell schedule. In order to avoid confusion, we will continue with the blocks being named/coded ABCDE and FGHIJ on their respective days. However, please note that C and D will be combined into C/D (and H and I into H/I) on some documents where appropriate. As well, C/D and H/I will rotate in the timetable, since they are no longer attached to the lunch block.

Students, please arrive a few minutes earlier than usual on Monday, March 31st so that you are able to get to your class on time.

Upon our return from Spring Break on Monday, March 31st, students are invited to wear the St. George’s School Spring Uniform. The Spring Uniform consists of a tucked-in white St. George’s polo shirt (black polo for grads), grey pants, and grey socks. Shorts that are worn must be hemmed and accompanied with knee-high grey socks. A black belt and black dress shoes should be worn as part of the uniform. Students are required to wear their blue blazers for Assemblies and special events. HOW the uniform is worn, is as important as WHAT is worn. Students who are unsure of whether or not their uniform is consistent with the School's guidelines should see their Head of Grade or a School Administrator for confirmation. Students found in repeated violation of the Student Dress Code will be subject to school disciplinary action.

Would you like a bit of sunshine on your next Winter Break? The Global Stewardship Team is excited to inform you that we are partnering with the Languages Department to offer an adventure to Martinique in the French Caribbean for the upcoming Winter Break in January 2026. 

 

Working in Partnership with Insight Global Education, we will be travelling to Martinique on approximately January 4–January 11, 2026, for this amazing opportunity to practice your French skills (or start if you are a beginner) and explore a new part of the world.

Join us as we explore the following themes:

For more information, please contact Ms. Sarah McLean, Head of Global Stewardship, at: smclean@stgeorges.bc.ca, or Ms. Milica Sever, Head of Languages at: msever@stgeorges.bc.ca, or students can talk to their French teacher. 

 

Please note that you do not have to take a French course to go on this trip.

 

This past weekend, St. George’s School welcomed over 100 students in Grades 10 and 11 from public and independent schools across BC for the first edition of the Ignite Student Leadership Conference. Over two days, students explored topics in self-awareness, ethical decision-making, community impact, and communication skills under the theme of “The Leader In You” while connecting with like-minded peers. 

 

Through engaging workshops and keynotes, students heard from renowned activists, athletes, educators, and business leaders, including Dr. Shimi Kang, author of The Tech Solution: Creating Healthy Habits for Kids Growing up in a Digital World, and Ms. Andrea Neil, former coach for the Canadian Women’s National Soccer Team and the first woman soccer player inducted to Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame. The conference also provided a unique opportunity for over a dozen faculty and staff from across the province to come together to discuss student leadership at their schools. After a weekend of insightful collaborations, practical skill-building sessions, and energizing team activities, there was no doubt that the delegates left with fond memories and a newfound leadership spark. 

 

To see some of the highlights of the 2025 Ignite Conference, check out this “lit” closing video courtesy of Ivan S. ‘25 and Isaac L. ‘25:

The Ignite Conference is a brand new initiative spearheaded by a team of St. George’s Student Leaders in Grades 10–12, and we are so grateful to everyone who helped make this year’s conference a success. In particular, we would like to thank our faculty sponsors, Ms. McLean, Ms. Darwin, and Mr. Gurr as well as the 20+ students who volunteered their time last weekend. Your enthusiasm, dedication, and care fuelled our flame, and we could not be more thankful.

 

The CSSHL U18 Prep Team is the final team from the Winter season that is still in action, as they compete in Penticton at their League Championship Playoffs. This means it is time to look ahead to the return from Term Break, the week of March 31st when we will jump right into the full swing of the spring season in Saints Athletics.

 

The Varsity Team finished an unbelievable run at the BCSS AAAA Provincial Championships as Bronze Medalists! The team lost a heartbreaker in the Semi-finals to the eventual tournament champions, Spectrum, by two points, but the story of the game was a 53-point performance from Dorian G. ‘25 and some late-game heroic shooting from Willem U. ‘27 that gave them a chance to upset the one-seed down to the last second. The boys fought hard in the Bronze medal game, showing their grit after the heartbreaker the night before. Another impressive late-game comeback led by Dorian finished with a buzzer-beater three-pointer and a 78-75 win over Terry Fox. It also sealed up a Tournament MVP award for Dorian, making him the second player ever to win Provincial MVP from a team that did not make the Final, and the first since NBA veteran Kelly Olynyk did it back in 2009. A huge congratulations go out to this entire program, from players to coaches and trainers, on an extremely special season. A massive congratulations and thank you to Coach DaSilva for his ongoing dedication to his team and program. 

 

The U15 Prep Team boys finished up their season with an 8-3 win over RINK Kelowna on Sunday at the CSSHL playoffs. After a couple of tough results on Friday and Saturday, the boys were able to finish the year on a high note. Thanks to all of the players and coaches for their hard work this season. We are proud as always of our U15 Preps!

 

The U18 Prep Team is the last team still in action from the Winter Season! Their playoff run got started with a 2-1 win over PCHA on Wednesday, March 26th. They were set to see RINK Winnipeg, and RINK Kelowna on Thursday and Friday, as the boys looked to win their pool and advance to the Semi-finals on Saturday, March 15th. 

 

Check out the Saints Athletics Instagram for updates on their progress from this past week. 

 

CSSHL League schedules are available HERE.

 

 

Badminton 

Badminton tryouts took place at the end of February. The Tier 1 Team will get their competitive season started on Thursday, April 3rd when they host St. John’s! For any questions regarding the Badminton Team, please contact Coach Lather via email at: jlather@stgeorges.bc.ca.

 

Field Hockey 

The Field Hockey Team has completed tryouts this week, and is looking forward to another fantastic season on the turf! For any questions regarding the Field Hockey Team, please contact Coach Scribani via email at: sscribani@stgeorges.bc.ca. 

 

The Golf Team tryouts have been taking place over the past two weeks. A selection of players will be headed to Palm Springs for a Tour which includes play in the Champions Invitational Tournament at Tahquitz Creek Golf Resort from April 4th–8th. League matches will also begin the week of March 31st. If you have any questions regarding the Golf Team, please reach out to Coach Proznick via email at: pproznick@stgeorges.bc.ca.

 

Mountain Biking 

The Mountain Biking Team will get right into their racing season when they return from Term Break, with their first race in their League Series, taking place on Wednesday, April 2nd on the North Shore. If you have any questions regarding the Mountain Biking Team, please contact Coach Webster via email at: pwebster@stgeorges.bc.ca.

 

The Rowing Program is headed into their Annual Spring Break Camp in March, which this year is happening on campus and at the boathouse, as they prepare for their intense Spring racing season. The Saints vs. VC Boat Race is coming up right after the Term Break, set for Saturday, April 5th! Please reach out to Coach Duncan at: bduncan@stgeorges.bc.ca or Coach Jess at: jdavis@stgeorges.bc.ca if you have any questions.

 

Follow Saints Rowing Instagram for more updates! 

Rugby Jr. & Sr. 

The Rugby Program will be on Tour in France and Spain over a portion of the Term Break, leaving on Saturday, March 22nd, and will return on Saturday, April 5th. The boys will be playing a series of games across the pond as well as watching some International/Professional fixtures, and experiencing the culture of the game in this new context. It is sure to be a fantastic trip. Safe travels and good luck to our boys and coaches. 

 

Tryouts began this past weekend. The practice schedule upon the return from Term Break is still being finalized. 

 

If you have any questions, please contact Coach Ruttenberg via email at: cruttenberg@stgeorges.bc.ca.

 

Ultimate 

The Ultimate Teams began practicing this past week. They are once again looking forward to a fantastic Spring season. Both teams will start their season on Friday, April 11th against St. John’s School at Jericho Park. 

 

If you have any questions, please contact Coach Lee via email at: mlee@stgeorges.bc.ca. 

 

Volleyball tryouts took place this past week, and the teams are set for their season upon returning from Spring Break. The Grade 8s will get their competitive play started at Burnaby Central on April 11th.

 

Water Polo 

Water Polo tryouts also took place this past week! For more information, please reach out to Coach Jones via email at: njones@stgeorges.bc.ca.