Diversity
February is Non-Stop at CGS
Our week started with a spectacular Lunar New Year performance that was coordinated by our CGS Early Start educator, Cheryl. We watched with amazement as the talented Chinese Folk Dancers performed in vivid costumes, and the beautifully polished Qipao Fashion Models elegantly danced with feathered fans in hand. The duo of Cucurbit…
Read MoreCGS JOYFUL Holiday Concerts
CGS JOYFUL Holiday Concerts Each year we celebrate the holidays through song and performance in our classrooms and again this year…on stage! Thank you to our entire team of educators and staff as they combined efforts with Naomi, our Specialty Teacher in Music and Drama, and our resident pianist Norm, to produce magical performances. From…
Read MoreGrade 2 “Celebrations” Floats
Grade 2 Social Studies Celebration Floats Can you confidently present your work in front of a crowd of your peers? Our CGS Grade 2s are honing their research and presentation skills while exploring the value of their own family traditions. Students were asked to create a “Celebration Float” to represent a holiday that is important…
Read MoreSK | Grade 1 Excursion Black Creek Pioneer Village
We woke to a snow-coated-Toronto on Thursday morning, and what a wonderful addition of excitement to the already thrilling day we had planned for our SKs and Grade 1s. “We’re going to Black Creek Pioneer Village!” Although it’s in Toronto, the village is meant to reflect an early settler town where visitors can experience a…
Read MoreA Hanukkah Extravaganza
This morning, our school was buzzing with excitement as we gathered for a spectacular Hanukkah celebration that brought the spirit of the festival alive in the most delightful way possible! The festivities kicked off with a mesmerizing concert by the talented Mark Feldman, whose musical expertise transported us into the heart of the Hanukkah story.…
Read MoreA Sparkling Diwali Delight
Our CGS festive spirit reached new bright heights as we learned about and celebrated Diwali, the festival of lights, in all our classrooms this last week. The occasion was marked by valuable lessons about the significance and history of Diwali, decorating and creating our own Diya crafts, themed stories, and a visitor from one of…
Read MoreAnd Thats a Wrap on Black History Month!
What an outstanding month we’ve had Recognizing, Remembering and Celebrating Black Leaders from all over the world! Some of our staff members, Jessi, Simon and Sophia, worked tirelessly to provide such incredibly engaging content and activities for every class here at CGS. As we had 4 themed weeks planned with different educational books and…
Read MorePRIDE at CGS
Students were greeted by a wonderful Pride display when they arrived at school this morning Early Start Our Early Start classes learned about all types of families. They read the story ‘Daddy, Papa and me’ during their circle time. Junior Kindergarten Our JK class made construction paper flags to celebrate Pride day at CGS. Their…
Read MoreCGS Highlights
Junior Kindergarten: Courageous! The JK’s created beautiful birds along with a nest using watercolour, pastels and paper pieces. The CGS character trait for the month of May is ‘Courageous’. The JK nests were made to help reinforce the importance of having courage to take risks – like a baby bird taking flight! The students discussed…
Read MoreAsian Heritage Month Continues at CGS
Early Start The Early Start classes worked on some beautiful Chinese lanterns this week. Learning about the countries of Japan and China for Asian Heritage Month, the classes have been busy reading stories, watching videos and even learning some mandarin! These beautiful Chinese lanterns are adding to the classroom decor. Junior Kindergarten For many South…
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