Elementary School Update

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Friday, February 28 ~ Parent Student Teacher Conferences

Friday, February 28 ~ No school for ES students

Monday, March 3 ~ March Break begins

Monday, March 17 ~ Ped. Day (no school for students)

Tuesday, March 18 ~ Students return

Wednesday, March 26 ~ Purple Shirt Day (Epilepsy awareness)

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Message from the Headmaster: The Important Dates document for the 2025-2026 school year is attached. Within this document, you will find a week in November when no academic classes are scheduled. We have maintained the same format as last year due to its overwhelming success. Please feel free to contact your respective Head of School or me if anyone has any questions.

CSSHL Gryphon Hockey Game ~ Senior Night: Come out tomorrow night, Friday, February 28 to see the CSSHL Gryphons hockey team play their final regular season home game! The action starts at 7:30 pm at the Westmount Recreation Centre (WRC). The team is holding a special Senior Night to highlight the sportsmanship of our Grade 12 players. Spread the word and we hope to see you there! Go Gryphons!

Not too late to Donate!: You have until tomorrow to take advantage of the donation extension and claim any gift in monetary form made by February 28 on your 2024 or 2025 income tax return. Click here to donate online and support boys' education.

Counsellor's Corner ~ Social Media Presentation for Parents and Students: On behalf of the Loyola Mothers' Guild, you are invited to a one-hour presentation by Dr. Alissa Sklar on the topic of Cell Phones, Sexting & Social Media: What Parents & Kids Need to Know. Held at the Eric Maclean SJ, Center for the Performing Arts (2477 West Broadway) on Tuesday, March 25 from 7 to 8pm. The presentation is free to attend! Children from the age of 12 are welcome (and encouraged) to attend with their parents! Registration is required, please RSVP here. We invite you to fill out a survey with any questions you have for our speaker before the presentation. Dr. Sklar will share practical strategies for parents to assist their children in using digital technologies safely, creatively, and responsibly.

Tee'ing Up Students for Success!: Join us at the prestigious Pinegrove Country Club for the 27th Annual Old Boys & Friends' Golf Tournament on May 26th. This unforgettable event offers more than just a top-tier golfing experience, every registration includes a donation to Selwyn House Old Boys' Association initiatives, along with a $100 tax receipt. While you enjoy a great day on the course, you'll be helping shape the future of Selwyn students for years to come. Spots are limited - register now!

SHS News: We recently welcomed Dr. Aman Abye, a renowned performance therapist to elite athletes, for a two-day visit focused on resilience, well-being, and high performance. From engaging discussions with students to an inspiring evening alongside Tim Fleiszer ’92 and Anthony Calvillo. Dr. Abye shared invaluable insights on optimizing both physical and cognitive resilience. Read more.