Middle School Update
June 27, 2024
Upcoming Events
Monday, August 26 - Friday, August 30: Orientation and classes begin for 2024-25 school year. More details in the Back to School Prep section below.
Need to Know
Report cards are being emailed to Middle School parents and students this afternoon. Please carefully read the teachers comments to provide context for the grades provided. Contact Ms. Kelli Poulin (poulink@selwyn.ca) if you do not receive your son's report by 6pm. Final grades should now be available to view in mySelwyn.
Congratulations to students who achieved high honours (90% or above) in their final overall average for the 2023-24 school year. We are also extremely proud of the students who received the highest possible Effort and Conduct scores in every one of their subjects this term. Certificates will be awarded to these students in September.
Grade 7: Matej Blasch, Luke Brydges, Kevin Fahdi, Bernie Gao, Harry Garschagen, Darshan Gursahaney, Arvin Kazemi, Vincent Landry, Adi Raisman, Oliver Sierra Veilleux, and Leo Vainberg.
Grade 8: Cameron Beecher Schnarch, Shawn Chen, Lucas Cheung, Logan Handa, Jackson Hesler, Jacques Hu, Justin Idaboh, Max Kapusta, Finlay MacMartin, Harley Minzberg, Jonah Minzberg, Liam Ray, Alexandre Tardif, Mikko Walker, and Lucas Zhao.
Congratulations also to Alex Lutfy who earned high honours in his overall average for Term 3. This achievement was also earned by each of the students listed above.
Effort and Conduct: Alexandre Tardif
Summer hours at the school are in effect from June 25 until August 16. Reception is open Monday to Thursday 8:30am-12pm and 1-3:30pm and Friday 8:30am-1pm. Selwyn House will be closed on Monday, July 1.
Back to School Prep
“Back to School” Updates in August: Please note that the MS Back to School Updates (for students entering Grade 7&8) and SS Back to School Updates (for students entering Grade 9) containing important documents and information for the 2024-25 academic year will be emailed beginning in mid-August. To ensure that we have your correct and current email address, please notify Ms. Poulin (poulink@selwyn.ca) of any recent changes.
First Day of School for 2024-25 for students entering Grade 8 will be Thursday, August 29. Students entering Grade 9 will begin on Tuesday, August 27. More details will be included in the “Back to School” Updates.
What to expect for the first week of Middle School (Monday, August 26 - Friday, August 30):
Monday, August 26 - Pedagogical Day. No school for Grade 7&8 students.
Tuesday, August 27 from 8:30am-2:30pm - Grade 7 orientation day #1 including laptop distribution. More details will be shared in August. No school for Grade 8 students.
Wednesday, August 28 from 8:30am-2:30pm - Grade 7 orientation day #2. More details will be shared in August. No school for Grade 8 students.
Thursday, August 29 from 8am-2:45pm - Regular Classes for all Grade 7&8 students. New Grade 8 student orientation will be incorporated into this day. Details will be shared in August.
Friday, August 30 from 8am-2:45pm - Regular Classes for all Grade 7&8 students including phys. ed. classes from 1:30-2:45pm.
Argyle Shop/School Uniform: Please visit our Argyle Shop webpage to review the Dress Code and buying guides before September. We strongly encourage parents to shop at our online store. If required, families can make appointments to visit the Argyle Shop in August. A Gryphon Sale of gently used SHS clothing will be held in early September (exact date still to be confirmed).
School Bus Service for 2024-2025: Once again, Selwyn House will be offering a bus service for the upcoming school year. The areas serviced are: Nun's Island, West Island/Ville St-Laurent, Laval/TMR. and South Shore. If you would like more information or to register your child, please contact Ms. Jennifer Whitewick (whitewickj@selwyn.ca).
A message to soccer and football players: Check the Athletics webpage for announcements about the schedules for football and soccer training camps in August 2024.
An Argyle Shop message to Parents of students entering Grade 9: House T-Shirts (Dri-Fit) Order Form An email was sent last week to parents of all students entering Senior School regarding the option to purchase a Dri-Fit House T-Shirt. If you wish to purchase one, please fill in this form and $28/shirt will be billed to your account. You’ll be notified again in late August when t-shirts will be available for pickup in the Argyle shop.
School Supplies for next year: Next year’s supply lists for students entering Grade 7&8 are posted online here. Between June 25-July 15, students may purchase school supplies online for next September through Service Scolaire Editions Vaudreuil Inc. Please note that if you choose to use this service, a percentage of the total sales will be donated to a local children’s charity.
English Summer Reading Selections for students entering Grade 7 and Grade 8 are posted online HERE. Purchase at your preferred retailer. There are no French Summer Reading Assignments for students entering Grade 7&8 in September 2024. Optional French reading recommendations are posted online here.
Students entering Grade 9 can visit the Senior School webpage for English and French summer reading announcements, and required school supplies.
Reminders
Visit MS Updates from the previous weeks for anything you may have missed, such as:
Summer Camps: see our camps webpage here.
Jersey Design Contest! Join us in celebrating Selwyn House School's inaugural CSSHL season by designing the new team jersey for 2024-25! We’re calling on the SHS community to showcase their creativity and passion for sports. Interested? Go to www.selwyn.ca/hockeyjersey and follow the instructions to enter! Make sure to submit your designs by July 5 or you'll miss your chance to be a part of the Gryphons' history.
Gryphons for Sale at the Argyle Shop! Celebrate the spirit, teamwork, and athletic excellence of Selwyn House School with the brand new Gryphon plush. This high-quality stuffed toy with malleable wings makes the perfect gift for any special occasion like graduation by adorably reminding us of the strength of the Gryphon— a meaningful keepsake for athletes and supporters alike. Cost is $28 (plus tax). Visit the Argyle Shop or order now at www.argyleshop.ca.
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