List of 15 news stories.

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  CDS Students Join King Township for Earth Day Tree Planting

  In celebration of Earth Day this week, a dedicated group of CDS students from Grades 8, 9, and 11 rolled up their sleeves and dug alongside King Township and planting partner LEAF (Local Enhancement and Appreciation of Forests). Together they helped plant a variety of native trees and shrubs, contributing to the growth of our local tree canopy and a healthier ecosystem.
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  Earth Week in the Junior School: A Week of Action and Awareness

  Last week, our Junior School students embraced Earth Week with enthusiasm and purpose, setting the stage for Earth Day celebrations this week. While Outdoor Education is already a cornerstone of our curriculum, Earth Week gave us a special opportunity to deepen our connection to the natural world—and we’re fortunate to be able to do that right here on our beautiful campus.
  
  The week featured environmental challenges, including a Lights Out challenge on Monday and House Food Waste Challenge Wednesday where students sat with their Houses in the Dining Hall and with their peers from other classes in the primary grades to track food waste as a House competition.
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  CDS Hosts CITE English Conference

  By Sarah Williams

   

  CDS hosted the CIS Ontario’s CITE Teachers of English Conference for the second year in a row last Friday. This year’s theme was “Crossing Boundaries,” suggesting ideas about taking risks and encountering the unfamiliar—ideas about defying rules and flouting conventions.
  
  The day began with a keynote given by award-winning author Andrew F. Sullivan whose latest book, The Marigold, was a finalist for the Aurora Awards, the Locus Awards, and the Hamilton Literary Awards, and named a Best Book of the Year by Esquire, The Verge, Book Riot and the Winnipeg Free Press. He co-wrote The Handyman Method with Nick Cutter, a novel about home improvement gone wrong. Andrew is also the author of the novel WASTE, a Globe & Mail Best Book of the Year, and the short story collection All We Want is Everything,  a Globe & Mail Best Book of the Year and finalist for the ReLit Award. 
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  Eric Zweig visits the Junior School

  By Kelly Johnson, Jr. School Librarian

   

  Last week, the Grade 5 and 6 classes were invited to a presentation by sports historian, Eric Zweig. 

   

  Eric is an author, a writer, a producer, and a researcher with many organizations including ESPN and The Hockey Hall of Fame. He is passionate about his role as an author and researcher, and we were so lucky to have him come and speak to our students. Of the 40 books he has authored, some include: The Big Book of Hockey for Kids, Hockey Trivia for Kids, and It's a Numbers Game: Football. 

   

  Eric began his presentation by reading an entry from his Grade 5 news journal where he entered sports information every morning. He often wrote about a professional sports game from the night before, or he would bring in a news clipping and comment on it. His writing career began in those early days. 

   

  Our students had many questions for Eric at the conclusion of his presentation. Eric advised, "If you want to be a writer, you have to just start writing, and you can't be afraid to show people your writing." 

   

  Before he left our school, Eric signed several of his books in our Junior School Library. 
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  Gr. 11 and Gr. 5 “Cross-over” Bio event

  By Kathleen Griffin

   

  One of the benefits of a K-12 school is the chance to connect students across grade levels. This past week, our Grade 11 Biology students had the unique opportunity to step into the role of teacher/mentor as they partnered with Grade 5 students for a hands-on, cross-grade Biology activity.  Both grades are learning about human body systems, so we teamed up to bring the circulatory system to life.  

   

  Together, students explored how exercise affects the body by measuring heart rate with stethoscopes and tracking changes in blood pressure using monitors. It was a fun and engaging experience for everyone involved - our older students practiced leadership and communication skills, while our younger students got a first-hand look at science in action. 

   

  There is no better way to consolidate understanding than through real-world experiential education.
  
  

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  Middle School Coffee House!

  By MS Arts Council

  
  

  Do you love the arts? Performing? Hot Chocolate? Snacks? Well everyone loves snacks. If you love all of these things, then come to the Middle School Coffee House! 

  
  

  Next Wednesday, April 23rd from 6:30 to 8:00pm, the Middle School is holding a performance night where you get to eat snacks, drink hot chocolate, and listen to amazing performances from your friends in the Middle School. 

  
  

  It will be held in the MS Atrium and students should dress comfortably. To support Earth Day, we suggest you bring your own mug for the hot chocolate. We hope to see you all there!

  
  

  - MS Arts Council
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  CDS Debaters Shine on the World Stage in Malaysia

  CDS proudly celebrates an extraordinary achievement as all three of our debaters advanced to the finals at last week’s 37th World Individual Debate and Public Speaking Championships (WIDPSC) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This marks the 18th consecutive year that CDS has qualified at least one student for the prestigious World Championships — and the fifth time we’ve sent three.
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  Tour For Humanity Brings Powerful Lessons to CDS

  This week, CDS had the privilege of hosting the Tour for Humanity — a mobile classroom created by the Friends of Simon Wiesenthal Center (FOSW). Led by passionate educators Simon and Ariel, this travelling learning experience delivered impactful and age-appropriate workshops to students in Grades 6, 8, 10, 11 and 12, as well as a dedicated CDS parent group.
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  CDS Teammates Faceoff at OHL Cup

  Last week, CDS teammates and OHL hopefuls Anthony Carchidi ’27 and Aleks Kulemin ’27 competed in the OHL Cup Tournament at the Scotiabank Pond in Toronto. The week-long showcase featured the top 20 U16 AAA teams from across Ontario and parts of the U.S. as a lead up to the 2025 OHL draft on April 11 and 12.

   

  Their teams faced off in the final game Friday night at the Mattamy Athletic Centre with Aleks playing for the GTHL’s Don Mills Flyers and Anthony with the GTHL’s Toronto Jr. Canadiens. Ultimately, the Jr. Canadiens prevailed with a 3-2 win, making it their second championship in the last three years. Although Don Mills finished second, they too enjoyed a fantastic season winning the Toronto Titans Prospects Tournament, Toronto Marlboros Holiday Classic, Oakville Rangers Winter Classic, in addition to the GTHL Championship.
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  Frozen JR. Tickets Go on Sale tonight at 7pm!

  The Junior School cast and crew of Disney’s Frozen JR. have been hard at work preparing for their three upcoming productions, starting Thursday, April 24 and running through Saturday, April 26!

   

  A story of true love and acceptance between sisters, Frozen JR. expands upon the emotional relationship and journey between Princesses Anna and Elsa. When faced with danger, the two discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood.

   

  With our Grade 4-6 cast of beloved characters loaded with magic, adventure, and plenty of humour, Frozen JR. is sure to thaw even the coldest of hearts!

   

  Tickets go on sale tonight at 7pm!
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  March Break Portugal trip deepens understanding of history, geography & culture

  By Cody Black ‘27 and Josh Griffin ‘27

  
  

  Over March break, 45 CDS students and faculty had the amazing opportunity to travel to Lisbon and the Azores in the beautiful country of Portugal. Our 7-day journey was filled with history, breathtaking landscapes and opportunities to build lifelong friendships. Whether it was an 8 km hike with beautiful stunning views or relaxing in the hot springs, everyone had the experience of a lifetime. 

  
  After our connection flight through the Azores, our first stop was Lisbon. Despite jet lag, we were excited to begin the day exploring a new culture. We toured the incredible Benfica Stadium in downtown Lisbon, which was a dream come true for the soccer fans among us. We even had the opportunity to be on the field and experience how massive the stadium was. Led by our humourous guide Roy, we were shown iconic Lisbon landmarks such as the streets of Alfama, Baixa, the Lisbon Cathedral, and Rossio Square, and walked around St. Jorge’s castle with its ancient artifacts and rich history. We even visited the most Western point in all of Mainland Europe, which included quite the significant wind with its incredible views! 
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  Students Compete at Ontario Vocal Festival

  By Michelle Kettrick

  
  

  Last week, the Middle School Choir and the Senior School Vocal Class participated in the Ontario Vocal Festival at Central Peel Collegiate in Brampton. Both choirs were adjudicated by some of the finest choral clinicians Canada has to offer, and were commended on their polished performance and sophisticated and varied repertoire. 

  
  

  The groups have grown tremendously in musicianship and technique this year. Make sure to secure a ticket to the Middle & Senior Schools’ Spring Concert on May 15th to hear them yourself!
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  CDS Robotics Team Competes in Windsor this Weekend

  By Joshua Simmonds

  
  

  The Senior School Robotics Team, Team 4951 - CDS Cyclones, is competing in its second tournament of the season this weekend in Windsor. Just before March break, the team had an outstanding experience at the FRC Newmarket Tournament. A huge thank you to all the CDS students, teachers, and families who came out to support us - we truly felt the school spirit!
  
  

  Our performance in Newmarket earned us 13 District Points. Our total points following the Windsor event will determine if we qualify for the Ontario Provincial Championships to be held on April 2-5 in Mississauga.
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  Chess Enthusiasts Compete in Optimist Club Tournament

  By Shannon Street

  
  Before the March Break, a group of talented Grade 4 to 6 students from CDS took part in the Optimist Club Chess Tournament in Aurora—an event we’ve proudly attended for the past three years. This year, for the first time, we expanded our team to include students from Grades 7 and 8, making the competition even more exciting.

  
  

  Over the years, CDS has been home to many skilled chess players, but with tournament rules allowing only four players per grade, our team was carefully selected to represent our school.
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  Costa Rica March Break Trip Immerses Students in 'Pura Vida' Culture

  By Mac Walmsley ‘25

  
  

  This past March Break, 70 CDS students & staff had the incredible opportunity to travel to the  beautiful destination of Costa Rica. Over our week-long trip, we got to experience unique traditions and cultures, meet countless new people and immerse ourselves in the vibrant communities of the country. 

  
  

  We began our trip with a five-hour flight to Liberia followed by a bus ride to our first hotel. Even in the face of washed-out bridges and unexpected detours, morale remained high thanks to the tour guides, bus drivers and everyone on the trip. 
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