Senior School Update
December 8, 2022
Upcoming Events
Tuesday, December 13: Last Day of SS Phys Ed before Winter Break..
Wednesday, December 14: Last day of ECAs before Winter Break.
Friday, December 16 - Wednesday, December 21: December Exam Schedule
Thursday, December 22: Winter Break
Monday, January 9: PED DAY - no classes for students.
Tuesday, January 10: Classes resume.
Need to Know
Pre-University (Grade 12) Information Evening Update: Students and parents filled Coristine Hall to learn more about Selwyn House School’s new Pre-University (Grade 12) class at the Dec. 5 Information Evening. Various speakers described this direct one-year path to university as a favourable option for current and new students. Old Boys Tim Fleiszer ’92 and Nicholas Johnson ’15 endorsed the concept as an exciting extension of the Selwyn House experience and described how Selwyn House was integral to their academic and professional success. The January 15 deadline to apply is quickly approaching and places are limited. For those who are applying, please be sure to take time in this busy holiday season to complete the application and bursary application (if applicable).
For more information or if you are curious about Pre-University at Selwyn House School:
Read the slide deck which summarizes our program and its strengths.
Click here for admissions and bursary application information or to arrange a tour.
Click here to register for the January 16 tour at 8:30 am.
Feel free to share with friends who may be interested in the Selwyn House School experience.
DELF: Un parcours scolaire postsecondaire en français est une option pour votre fils? Il aimerait favoriser sa mobilité après son départ de Selwyn? Selwyn House offre l'opportunité de s'inscrire à l'épreuve DELF (niveau B2) - un des tests reconnus à travers le monde comme preuve de connaissance du français. Sa réussite offre aux élèves une clé pour leur avenir : l’accès à divers programmes d’études dans une université francophone ici ou à l’international. Cliquez ici pour plus d'information et pour vous inscrire.
The PVA brings holiday cheer! Our staff enjoyed the annual Holiday Coffee Lounge, hosted by the Parent Volunteer Association (PVA), with delicious baked goods and personalized coffee orders. PVA volunteer elves also decorated the school getting everyone excited for the holiday season. We appreciate this holiday cheer! Thank you!
Grade 9 Skill-Building and Mentorship Activities: On November 23, Grade 9 students took part in an activities day off-campus that focused on building their collaboration and communication skills. This year, the Grade 9s are focusing on the Veritas truths of True to Self and True to Others, and the day was designed for them to reflect on themselves and the roles they play in supporting their classmates. Read more.
Gryphon Sale: Save the Date: Wednesday, January 18, Winter Gryphon Sale from 7:00 - 11:00 AM in the Rossy Agora. Donations are very much needed, so please drop off any gently-used uniform donations in the bins just inside the front doors of the school.
Post-Secondary Corner
Reminder: The deadline to apply for the Pre-U (Grade 12 ) program is January 15. 2023. Here is the link to the information page / application form.
Questions about Cégep and/or Grade 12?
Any Grade 11 students who have questions about Cégep programs and applications are encouraged to email Mr. Laframboise to set up an appointment.
Post-secondary questions? Please email Mr. Laframboise
Student Leadership & Experiential Education
Holiday Baskets: A reminder that this month is holiday baskets. Each advisory group (TAG) will support two families assigned to them by Saint Gabriel’s Parish. We ask that the students bring in their assigned food items based on their family’s needs, as well as $20 to contribute towards gifts for each family member. Please encourage your son to go to the grocery store and purchase the items himself, and to get involved by wrapping gifts, making homemade goodies, or delivering during the week of December 12-16. We are always looking for parent volunteers to drive/deliver so if you have a car and some free time after school the week before exams, please contact Michelle Segal.
Duke of Edinburgh: A reminder to all students pursuing their Duke of Edinburgh (DOE) award that your deadline for submission to receive an award in January is tomorrow, December 10. If you need help logging your hours or have any questions, Ms.Segal is available for one-on-one meetings and support. Here are her drop-in hours: Monday/Wednesday/Friday from 1:00-1:45 PM in her office.
Lunar New Year: Any students interested in helping plan and/or present about Lunar New Year should speak to Ken Zhao (Grade 11) or Ms. Torry.
Reminders
- Visit previous Senior School Updates for news you may have missed and action items.
- Visit our Covid Corner for the latest health & safety guidelines
- School immunizations (non-covid): Please take note the CLSC vaccination clinics are taking appointments from December 19 - January 6 for students who have missed getting their vaccinations. Please consult Clic Santé to see availabilities. Sign up with postal code CLSC Benny Farm, H4B 1H3 or CLSC Côte-des Neiges, H3T 2A8. Choose School Immunization.
Social Media:
Selwyn House School
Website: www.selwyn.ca
Location: 95 Chemin de la Côte-Saint-Antoine, Westmount, QC, Canada
Phone: 514-931-9481
Facebook: facebook.com/selwynhouseschool