A big thank you to everyone who joined us on campus for our Meet The Teacher Evening this week.The energy was palpable, and it reminded us all that our School is defined by its people! Meet The Teacher Evenings, Learning Conferences, and Progress Reports are our three key school-wide learning and communication opportunities. Our aim for these events is to create opportunities to learn about your child, provide high-quality feedback on student progress towards learning outcomes, highlight areas of strength and resilience, and stimulate and support ongoing dialogue about student performance and growth. 

Please note the following upcoming scheduled opportunities:

Outside of these scheduled opportunities, families are warmly welcomed to be in touch with their child’s teachers, advisors and coaches directly at any time. 

At St. George's School, we believe that clear communication and support are crucial for students’ success. We understand that life can be busy, and we're here to help our students thrive.

When it comes to assignments, we find that meeting deadlines is a valuable skill that prepares students for current and future success. We also know that sometimes things happen, and a deadline might be missed. On the odd occasion that a student can’t submit an assignment on time, we typically allow a two to five-day window for late submissions. We also encourage teachers to consider other ways of assessing student understanding, such as through conversation. We want to avoid a situation where students feel overwhelmed by a long list of missing assignments.

If a student anticipates they might not be able to complete an assignment on time, we strongly encourage them to talk to their teacher. Oftentimes, teachers can work with the student to make alternative arrangements. Similarly, if a student knows they will miss an in-class assignment, they should take the initiative to communicate with their teacher and schedule a new time to complete it.

We want every student to feel empowered to ask for help when they need it. We have support times built into the school schedule to make it easy to coordinate. Our Connection Blocks are dedicated weekly times where students can connect with their teachers and get support without interfering with their out-of-school commitments.

We all want our students to be successful and feel supported at St. George's School. Being responsible for meeting expected deadlines and taking the initiative to communicate with teachers is a crucial step in that journey.

Grade 10 and 11 Parents and Guardians are warmly invited to join the Social Innovators Program Virtual Information Session on Wednesday, September 24th at 7:00 pm. 

 

 

The Social Innovators Program is a twelve-week Virtual Program designed to equip high school students with an entrepreneurial mindset. Students will learn how to launch ventures that create value and have a positive impact on society. The program offers small class sizes, online lessons with skill-building content, live group discussions, and personalized guidance, enabling each student to tailor their experience to their own interests and goals. Upon successful completion of the program, students will earn a Certificate in Social Entrepreneurship from the University of Pennsylvania. This webinar will run around 20 minutes, followed by a Q&A session. This webinar will also be recorded and posted on the program page.

 

 

 

Flyer: View here

Webpage: www.schoolyardventures.com/stgeorges

The University Counselling Department is delighted to host the Canadian Universities Fair on Thursday, September 25th from 9:00–11:30 am in Dixon Gym on our Senior School Campus.

This event will feature nearly 50 university representatives from across Canada from the finest post-secondary institutions. Our Grade 10–12 students will be visiting the fair as part of our University Counselling programming. We would also like to invite any parents or guardians who are interested to attend from 11:00–11:30 am. To access the list of participating post-secondary institutions, please click here. 

Due to construction, we kindly request that you enter the fair through the Northeast Door at the back of the School (Door U), which leads directly to Dixon Gym. Our Student Ambassadors will be on site to guide you. Also, please note that the road will be blocked from Wallace St. to Camosun St. / on West 29th for sewerage upgrades. Please plan your route accordingly. 

For any questions, please reach out to Ms. Lara Sleath, Administrative Assistant to University Counselling, via email at: [email protected].

Pre-Order Your Orange Shirt Day

T-Shirt By September 23

Pick Up At St. George’s Senior School

On September 26 Or September 29

• Friday, September 26: 
  • Lunch periods 11:30 am–1:00 pm 
  • After school: 3:15–4:00 pm
• Monday, September 29:
  • Before school: 8:00–8:25 am

Please bring your order receipt to pick up your T-shirt. If you have any questions about the fundraiser or Orange Shirt Day, please contact Ms. Sarah McLean, Head of Global Stewardship, via email at [email protected] or connect with George W. ‘26, our Community Engagement Prefect.

Get ready, hockey fans! Our four CSSHL Hockey Teams are fired up and ready to hit the ice this week with some intense action ahead. The U15 Varsity Squad is gearing up to host fierce in-town rivals Delta and North Shore in back-to-back showdowns on Saturday, September 27th and Sunday, September 28th — expect high-energy battles and thrilling plays! Meanwhile, our U15 Prep Team is sharpening their skills as it takes on the formidable Burnaby Winter Club on Sunday, September 28th. Don’t miss a moment of the action. Follow every goal, save, and highlight live on the CSSHL Scoreboard. Let’s cheer our teams to victory!

 

The countdown to the Head of the Nikomeckl is on! The event is on Saturday, September 27th. Our Rowing Program is ramping up its training with laser focus and determination, ready to launch its season with power and precision. Don’t miss the chance to witness their hard work in action and cheer on the boys as they make waves. Come out, show your support, and be part of an unforgettable season kickoff!

 

Passing it over to Soccer— our three teams are off and running, building momentum after a strong opening week. Right now, our 1st XI is gearing up to defend their ISA Championship title with a big showdown at SMUS on Friday, September 19th and Saturday, September 20th. Meanwhile, the 2nd XI faces a crucial match against École Jules-Verne on September 22nd before heading to Chilliwack to compete in the competitive Graham Grizzlies Tournament on Thursday, September 25th and Friday, September 26th. Don’t forget our Grade 10 squad — they’re diving into an intense week of training as they prepare for the ISA Tournament at Brentwood College School on Friday, September 26th and Saturday, September 27th. It’s an action-packed week ahead for our Soccer Teams. Let’s rally behind them all the way!

Our Swim Team is ready to make waves this week as they gear up and build momentum toward their Intrasquad meet on Thursday, September 25th. Come on down to Kerr Pool to support all these fantastic athletes. 

Now, crossing over to Cross Country! The team’s first league meet is coming up on Monday, September 22nd at Jericho Beach Park. Our boys are set to hit the course at 3:40 pm, so be sure to cheer them on!

The Volleyball Team is gearing up for an exciting week ahead! Our Senior Squad hits the road to take on St. John’s School in league play on Tuesday, September 23rd, while the Junior Team travels to St. Patrick’s School for a big match on Wednesday, September 24th. Wishing both teams the best of luck!

Our Grade 8 and 9 boys are ready to tackle the week head-on as they continue to sharpen their skills and build strength on the field. With focused training sessions and a commitment to teamwork, they’re laying the foundation for a successful season ahead. Keep an eye on their progress as they continue to develop their understanding of the game. 

The Athletics Team will make an announcement once the space is open and ready! We are very close. Monday afternoon could be very exciting!

Please follow the Saints’ Athletics IG account as we post frequently, and it’s a great way to see recent scores and upcoming games!