Diversity
A Trip to the French Caribbean
A trip to the Caribbean on a bitterly cold day like today was just what our CGS kids needed! Extending their French language studies outside the classroom was the goal. Embark on a Caribbean adventure with Captain Daniel Bartholomew-Poyser and special guests for an exhilarating day of calypso rhythms and orchestral magic! Dance in your…
Read More“Gumboots”: A Means of Communication
Did your child come home dancing on Tuesday? Thanks to the CGS Parent’s Association, we were able to welcome “Just Gumboots” into our gym for a fun afternoon of dance. “Stomp, holler, sing and dance! Gumboots is a South African art that mixes percussion and movement.” @justgumboots You may know the term,”Gumboots” as what we…
Read MoreThe Canadian Library Project
Taking part in Orange Shirt Day is a simple way for our CGS community to honour Canada’s National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Observed annually, we use this time as an opportunity to learn with our students; about the history of this injustice, to promote empathy toward Indigenous communities and a deeper understanding of their…
Read MoreDESIGN A DOT
Chances are, your CGS student may have come home talking about “International Dot Day” last week. Or, if you’re still having trouble getting them to tell you about their day…we’re here to help! (Thank you Marie for your latest Principal’s Message!) Inspired by “The Dot”, a treasured children’s book by author, Peter H. Reynolds, our…
Read MoreFebruary 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…
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