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If you have any questions, please contact Ms. McLean via email at: smclean@stgeorges.bc.ca, or speak to Ms. Shrestha and Ms. Ani for more information.

 

This past Thursday, the Business Department showcased the entrepreneurial talent of Grade 10 students who pitched their creative business ideas at the 14th Annual Dragons’ Lair. This year’s theme, Craze To Concept, challenged students to turn crazy ideas into enduring concepts. The most successful entrepreneurs are those who take risks, embrace failure, and adapt to change. Our determined students sought to prove that they had harnessed a craze and transformed it into a viable concept. 

 

The 2025 Dragons’ Lair was a huge success! Once again, the Business Department championed their theme of inclusion – the in-class competitions and the Dragons’ Lair event were student-centred, experiential, and cross-curricular. 

 

This year, we experienced a significant increase in both in-person and online audience viewership. Students, parents, teachers, and alumni came to be captivated by the pitches of the five finalists: 

 

Mattias S. '27 (Pure Plates) whose meal prep and delivery idea targets athletes, Kaisei T. ‘27 (ReZorkin) whose cleaning product aspires to honour Japanese culture and reduce waste, Andy J. ‘27 (Clash Capital) whose educational software is designed to help high school business students, Finn B. ‘27 (Finn’s Fizz) whose nutritional drink serves as a flavourful alternative to pop and alcohol, and Eric W. ‘27 (Keystone News) whose online platform removes bias from published news articles. 

 

It was a battle for the coveted trophy, as our Dragons: Don Anderson ’77, Mark Mache ’86, Nick Chan ’95 and Owen Cameron ‘99 pummeled the finalists with questions before selecting the winner of the trophy and the seed money to start their venture.

 

 

Congratulations to Finn B. ‘27, who took top honours for 'Finn's Fizz': a fun-filled drink bomb that is sure to liven up many parties. We hope to see Finn at the Saints Fair, alongside 2023 Dragons’ Lair winner, Ayush L. '25 and his fond cakes.

 

Another highlight of the evening was our Beyond the Dragons’ Lair segment — while the Dragons deliberated, Mr. Len Gurr interviewed 2023 Dragons’ Lair finalist, Dorian G. '25. The audience was fascinated by the conversation between Mr. Gurr and Dorian — they enjoyed the opportunity to see how Dorian has turned his innovative idea into an enduring concept. Dorian is in the process of releasing his app for a university market. Dorian’s creativity and hard work exemplify the entrepreneurial momentum that students often harness after competing in Dragons’ Lair. 

 

"Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much." - Helen Keller 

 

The Dragons’ Lair production could not happen without the dedicated help of many individuals. In particular, the St. George’s Alumni Association has been integral in supporting our students and the Dragons’ Lair. For many months, students, teachers, and staff collaborated to organize, produce, run, and market the event. Thanks to all of you!

 

Cover Design, Program Creation, and Editing: 

Mr. Bruce Elbebleway

Mr. Greg Elliott, 

Ms. Cara Woodruff

Ms. Sarah Ghosh

 

Mr. Davis Zhu ‘16

 

Mr. Jonathan Mergui 

Ms. Kimberly Orr

Mr. Patrick Palmer ‘80

 

St. George’s Alumni Relations: Mr. Alan McGavin '04

 

Mr. Scott Zechner

Yale S. ‘26, 

Gary W. ‘25, 

and Crew

 

Backstage & Pitch Support: Ayush L. ‘25

 

Ms. Kimberly Orr, 

Mr. Jai Chagani ‘19, 

Mr. Will Borrit ‘23, 

Mr. Peter M. ‘88

Mr. Ethan W. ‘25

Mr. Jai Chagani ‘19

Mr. Will Borrit ‘23

Ethan Wang ‘25

Mr. Adam Rodrigues

Ms. Diva Suretha

Mr. Len Gurr

Dorian G. ‘25

 

With appreciation,

 

Ms. Kimberly Orr, Lead Dragon, Business Department

Mr. Greg Elliott, Writer, English Department

 

It has been a busy and exciting spring for the Music Department. In early March, the Senior Concert Band embarked on a whirlwind tour of the Sunshine Coast and Vancouver Island, culminating in a feature performance of Rhapsody in Blue at the Powell River Arts Festival with Pianist Edward D. ’25.

 

After March Break, we jumped straight into festival season. From April 8–10, the Concert Bands competed at the Vancouver Kiwanis Concert Band Festival, where all ensembles earned Gold Standards and were invited to MusicFest Canada, the National Competition. Just days later, the Junior and Senior Jazz Ensembles travelled to Kelowna for the BC Interior Jazz Festival. Both groups received high marks and were also invited to Nationals. A standout moment was the Junior Jazz Ensemble’s selection to perform in the final showcase concert.

 

These festivals served as excellent preparation for our Annual Spring Concert and Awards Ceremony, Throwback Thursday, held on Thursday, May 1st. The concert featured all of our ensembles, with a highlight performance of the Arutiunian Trumpet Concerto by our Graduate Concerto Winner, Toby Mar. You can watch the full concert here:

 

 

To mark the Grand Opening of the new Senior School buildings, we brought together over 300 band students from Grades 6–12 for a powerful performance of Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture. Originally planned to be performed in Matthews Quad, the event was moved indoors to Princeps Hall due to the weather. With musicians surrounding the audience on both levels, it became a true surround-sound experience. The massive percussion section featured seven snare drums, four bass drums, two chime sets, five triangles, four crash cymbal sets, and much more — an unforgettable celebration of music and community.

In the lead-up to the Dragon Boat Festival, which takes place this Saturday, May 31st, students in both Mandarin 8H and Mandarin 9 classes participated in joyful Cultural Celebrations that brought tradition to life through food, fun, and hands-on experiences.

 

Last week, students in Mandarin 8H came together to enjoy a festive feast featuring both traditional and multicultural dishes. At the heart of the celebration was 粽子 zòngzi — glutinous rice dumplings wrapped in bamboo leaves — a signature food of the festival that honours cultural heritage and remembrance.

To complement the zòngzi, students contributed pan-fried dumplings, samosas, and a variety of fresh fruits, creating a vibrant and diverse spread that reflected the class’s rich cultural backgrounds.

The celebration offered a meaningful opportunity for students to connect with Chinese traditions through food, while also building community and appreciation for cultural diversity.

 

It was a joyful, delicious way to bring language learning to life!

The Spring Season is coming to a close. We have had some fantastic results in the last couple of weeks with our Senior Tennis Team taking Silver at the AAA Provincials, and some impressive efforts from the Mountain Biking and Junior Rugby Teams. Badminton, Golf, Rowing, Track & Field, and the 1st XV Rugby Team are very much alive late in the season, all on the Provincial or National stage. Here is a look at what is coming up in the final week of the 2024-25 Athletics Calendar. 

 

A reminder, the Annual Saints Athletics Awards Night is on Tuesday, June 3rd, with light refreshments beginning at 6:00 pm and the Awards Ceremony at 7:00 pm in the Senior School Auditorium. 

 

The 2025 Sea To Sky Zone Champion Saints Badminton Team is currently competing in the Provincial Championships in Richmond from May 29th–31st. 

 

The Field Hockey Team had their final fixture on Wednesday, May 28th, a combined practice with York House School. This was another excellent season of development for these boys, and it is in the books. Special thanks to Coach Scribani!

 

With all League and Exhibition matches completed, the only remaining fixture for the Golf Team is the Provincial Championships, to be played at Shuswap National in Salmon Arm from June 2–4th. The team will be represented by Troy G. ‘26, Jacky T. ‘27, Nathaniel S. ‘26, Curtis L. ‘26, and James G. ‘28. Good luck to these boys, as the program goes for their fourth banner in a row at AAA Provincials.

Mountain Biking 

The Mountain Biking Team finished up their fantastic season last week at the Provincial Championships, which took place in Powell River, May 21st–23rd. A huge thank you to Coach Webster and all others who helped out with the program this year! 

 

The Rowers are in St. Catharines, Ontario, for their National Championship Regatta. The team will compete over three days, from May 30th to June 1st, with 43 Rowers representing the School and program at CSSRAs. Good luck, Team! 

Follow Saints Rowing Instagram for updates! 

 

The Junior Team competed in their Provincial Invitational Tournament from May 23rd–25th at South Surrey Athletic Park. After a very tough one-point loss in their opening game, the boys battled and rallied to win four straight games, finishing the tournament. A big thank you to Coach Stiles, Coach Paul, Coach Howes, Figs, and everyone else involved with the Junior Program this season. 

 

The 1st XV are at the AAA BC Championships this weekend in Abbotsford. The tournament started on Wednesday. Be sure to check out the Saints Athletics Instagram for updates, as the program goes for their 3rd straight Provincial Title. Good luck, Boys!

 

The Tennis Program had a fantastic run at the AAA BC Provincial Championships last weekend, making it all the way to the Final before falling to Magee. Congratulations, Boys, on your Provincial Silver Medal! Big thank you to Coach Ruttenberg, Coach Nykilchyk, Coach Jerry, and all others involved with the program this Spring. 

 

The Track and Field competed in the Sea To Sky Zone Championships on May 22nd–23rd in Burnaby. Several athletes have qualified for the Provincial Championships to be held at McLeod Athletic Park Stadium in Langley, from June 5th–7th. Keep an eye on the Saints Athletics Instagram for updates on those athletes! Goodluck boys!

 

The Junior Team represented the school at the Tier 1 Provincial Championships on May 24th–25th at Newton Athletic Park in Surrey. The team won their first game, and then lost a series of close contests, rounding out a fantastic season of development for these athletes. A big thank you to Coach Lee and Coach Ziff once again for their support this season!

 

The Water Polo Team finally got some game action after some cancellations earlier in their season. Playing in a series of mini round robins against Burnaby Water Polo, North Shore Titans, and the Vancouver Vipers, the Junior Varsity boys got four wins in five games with Weston B. ’28 in the net. The Senior boys took two wins in five games over at the Central Park Pool, with Tyler C. ’28 leading the way, scoring four goals. Big shout out to Coach Jones and Coach Carroll-Woolery for leading the program again this Spring!

Check out the Saints Athletics Instagram for updates!

Highlights From The Senior School





Have A Great Weekend!