Why Were There No Classes on Monday?

After a long and lovely Winter Break, our team gathered early Monday morning as usual, except without the children in the building. Instead of our usual hugs, high-fives, and hellos from CGS students, this day we were greeted with light breakfast fare and the time to enjoy casual conversation amongst our dedicated group.   Our…

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CGS 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…

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Grade 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…

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SK | 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…

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A 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.…

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Spreading Joy and Giving Back

‘Tis the season of giving!!” Our CGS school and community once again showcased the true spirit of generosity during our Annual Holiday Outreach. This year, our collective efforts were dedicated to supporting the South Asian Women’s Centre and their inspiring “No Violence Against Women and Girls” project. The outpouring of support from our students, parents,…

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An SK Letter to Santa!

The glistening holiday season has begun here at CGS, and in our SK class, the spirit of joy and giving is thriving. In a heartwarming CGS tradition that has become a highlight of this festive time, our SKs recently practiced their best printing with letter writing to none other than Santa Claus himself! The children…

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A Spooktacular Success for our Fall Family Fun Night!

Another spooktacular event hosted by our CGS Parent’s Association as they accomplished their mission to make this year’s Fall Family Fun Night truly unforgettable for our CGS students, families, teachers and community. Our Annual Halloween bash took place again at St Cuthbert’s church where thanks to the tireless efforts of our dedicated PA members, they…

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Another Terry Fox Donation Success!

What an amazing Terry Fox Day at CGS! In a remarkable display of determination and devoted community spirit, our CGS 2023 Terry Fox Walk and fundraiser was an incredibly successful day. Thanks to all of the participants and supporters, CGS has raised an outstanding amount of $20,000 for cancer research! This success story is a…

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CGS Recognizes Truth and Reconciliation: Orange Shirt Day

In recent years, Canada has made significant strides towards acknowledging and addressing the painful history of Indigenous Peoples in our country. One important step in this journey is the annual national observation of Orange Shirt Day, a day dedicated to recognizing the intergenerational impact of residential schools on Indigenous communities. At CGS, Orange Shirt Day…

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