Winter 2017

Grove News Winter 2017

Calendar of Events 2017

For details please refer to our school calendar at www.lcs.on.ca MAY

JULY

4

Alumni Dinner (Toronto)

1

Barcelona Alumni Dinner

6

Trustees’ Meeting (LCS)

2

Barcelona City Tour

SEPTEMBER

26 Volunteer Gathering (Peterborough) 27 Regatta Day (LCS)

JUNE

5

Grade 12 Student Registration Grade 12 Boarding Student Move-In Grades 9-11 Day Student Registration

5

Going Grove Grad Dinner (LCS)

6

Alumni Focus Group (Toronto)

10

Grades 9-11 Boarding Student Registration & Move-In

9

Peterborough Alumni Reception

11

Chapel & First Day All Students

16

Parents’ Night Out (Peterborough)

29

Grade 9-10 Parent Reception (Peterborough)

17

Closing Grade 12 Graduation Dinner 30

Fall Fair (LCS) Home to the Grove Reunion (LCS) Grade 11-12 Parent Reception (Peterborough)

Andy Harris Cup: Grove Golf Tournament 22 (Peterborough) 30 Barcelona Alumni Reception

Lakefield College Trustees 2016/17 Board Chair Nicole Bendaly ’93 Past Chair Nick Lewis ’77 Jennifer Allen Joel Allen ’01 Tim Bell ’00 Mary Blair Marilynn Booth Carlo Bos ’94 Lorraine Brown Andrew Clarke ’85 Stephen Coates ’90 Chonée Dennis Paul Desmarais III ’00 Peter Dunn ’62 Whitney Dunn ’95 Stephanie Edwards Amanda Ethier ’98

Ann Farlow Jock Fleming ’74 Romina Fontana ’94 Ian Fung ’00 Ross Garland Bill Gastle ’68 Janice Green Rick Green Sue Guest Terry Guest * Neil Hamilton James Hicks ’84 Alan Ingram Brett Jackman ’03 Warren Jones ’88 Zack Kembar ’87 Janet Lafortune Nick Lewis ’77 Kim Little ’53 Ross Little ’81

Hugh Macdonnell ’85 Lara MacGregor Kevin Malone ’77 Patrick Marshall ’90 James Matthews ’58 Karen McKnight Guy McLean John McRae ’70 Val McRae John McWilliams ’65 Tom Milburn David Miller ’77 Bill Morris ’70 Margaret Nelligan Andrew Parke ’03 Anil Patel ’93 Jonathan Popper ’87 Tony Pullen ’63 Vicki Pullen Sean Quinn ’82

Doug Rishor ’57 Gretchen Ross John Ryder ’77 John Schumacher Leslie Schumacher ’06 Murray Sinclair ’79 Scott Smith ’87 Trevor Smith ’17 John Stelzer ’00 Tom Stevenson ’78 Losel Tethong ’89 Stuart Thompson ’91 Richard Tucker ’77 Tim Ward ’62 Sophie Welch ’17 Cara Westcott Chris White ’90 Terry Windrem HRH The Duke of York ’78

FRONT COVER: Lakefield College School’s Junior Girls’ Volleyball Team (2017 CISAA Bronze Medalists)

Foundation Honorary Chair HRH The Duke of York ’78

Suzanne Legge Orr Angus MacNaughton ’48 Robert McEwen Bill Morris ’70 Board Chair Rosemary Phelan Jock Fleming ’74 Donald Ross ’48 Chair Emeritus John Ryder ’77 Paul Desmarais Jr. ’73 Thomas Ryder ’53 Secretary Nancy Smith James Matthews ’58 Géza von Diergardt Emilio Azcarraga Jean ’87 Richard Wernham Marilynn Booth Directors in Bold Bruce Boren ’87 * Honorary Alumni Michael Cooper France Deshaies Lefebvre Andrew Durnford ’85 Bernard Gault John K. Hepburn ’68

Growing as a Community In reading this edition, I am

enrich the lives of those in their

it, but also for the people that make

inspired by the growth and

community.

up our community. As Jackie

innovations taking place at The Grove. As you make your way through these pages, you’ll find stories of creativity and of an environment that promotes and fosters new ways of thinking.

Accompanying these improvements is the news of a variety of proposed enhancements to our programs and campus including outdoor seating at The Grove (p.22). My fondest memories as a student involve

This year, Lakefield College School

being outdoors, and it is exciting to

has expanded its cocurricular

learn that the school will be

program to include arts and

building new spaces for students

community service. The decision

and staff to come together outside,

highlights respect for individuality

where they can appreciate nature

and of the importance of providing

and the beauty of campus.

students with opportunities to grow, learn about themselves, and

McQuade (p.8) says, it is our community that makes LCS a special place, and next year the school community will be growing.

To our new Head of School, AnneMarie Kee, and her family, the warmest of welcomes.

Contributing Editor Emma Trottier ’03 is currently a graduate student at the University of Cambridge. She is also Policy Manager at Engender Scotland.

There is a deep appreciation at The Grove for the nature that surrounds

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From the Head of School Guy McLean

Being the interim Head of School at Lakefield College School has proven to be an exciting and enjoyable time.

It is obviously a transition year for the school but there is, as in all schools, never any shortage of things to do.

friends—and that this tended to drive students indoors and away from the natural beauty of the campus. The initial idea was simply to buy more chairs and tables and place them around the campus. After further consideration, this led to us hiring Helen Batten, a local landscape architect, to run residential design charrettes with

I have concentrated on supporting the faculty and staff

the students and faculty in each of the twelve resi-

in being more creative about their roles in the education

dences. The plan was for students to learn about land-

of the students and have worked with the Leadership

scape design from working with a professional and the

Team to enhance the students’ experience. Within their

spaces designed would be better at meeting students’

mandate, we have tried to focus our attention on aspects

needs and interests in each house. Ideally, if this was

of the LCS experience that enhance the growth and

done quickly enough, we could order the materials and

development of the people at the school—students and

have at least some of the plans implemented before the

adults—program changes that will further enrich the

spring so all the students could enjoy the fruits of their

student experience and improvements to facilities inside

labour. When complete, each residence will have

and outside that will give students and adults a greater

outdoor social space; the functionality of the residences

sense of the aesthetics of place—both the natural and

will be improved and better meet students’ needs;

the built environment.

students and residential staff will have learned about

In an ideal world, there is cross-over so that any single project will fit under at least two of the three headings

landscape architecture and design; and students will have the pride of assisting in the building of their space.

and, in the best, all three categories are included. A good

When I arrived at LCS, I noticed the after-class cocurric-

example of this is outdoor social seating and space by

ular program was largely limited to a range of athletic

the student residences. One of my initial observations

options. In my experience, I feel it is important that

about the school was that there wasn’t enough outdoor

cocurricular program offerings and expectations are a

seating or tables for students to sit and talk or work with

balance of athletic, service and arts offerings. After inter-

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viewing the almost twenty Grade 12 students requesting

A final example is the creation of a contemplative/medi-

the term off sport, I was even more convinced of the

tation space and a community garden. This work is

need to diversify the opportunities available to students

largely the creation of the students with some support

and at the same time take greater advantage of the skills,

from faculty and staff. It also represents an interesting

talents and interests of our faculty and staff.

combining of the talents and interests of the members of

We started small in the first term—Bruce McMahon and a group of students working to rebuild sleds at the Northcote Campus. Students learned some carpentry skills and, by the end, felt the personal satisfaction of having accomplished something worthwhile that will also contribute to the community. November brought the opportunity to offer more service and arts programs and students have contributed their talents and learned in a broad range of programs from culinary arts to an array of service opportunities (p.12).

the community. THRIVE, Lakefield Environmental Action Force (LEAF) and various other spiritual, contemplative supporters, combined with the kitchen staff, facilities workers and the on-campus adult community to create a contemplative space that will lead out of the building into a community garden which will have raised beds for vegetables, herbs and flowers. The garden will be maintained by students during the school year and by on-campus faculty, maintenance and kitchen staff during the holidays. Aramark will use the produce in the kitchen for student meals at the school.

Expansion of the service program meant dealing with

The community garden (p.10), sponsored by the Grove

transportation issues so we wouldn’t endlessly be paying

Society, will be built by students and staff in the spring.

for taxis, so we have now two 10-passenger vans that are

This project also has the potential to be part of the

available for students doing service work every after-

science program at the school and again shows the

noon. Spring term will see a full slate of arts, service and

increased value of combining the work and thinking of

athletic programs offered for the first time and we will

all members of our community.

continue to build from there. The result is lots of people engagement (adult and student), obviously, lots of program changes but also a different ‘sense of place’ is evolving. As an entity, LCS can be about learning in multiple ways and as a school we can make a more significant contribution to the community around us.

It is exciting to have seen so much planning and work take place in such a short period of time. It is even more exciting to anticipate all these pieces and many others being in place by the end of the school year and having so much to anticipate being in place for next year.

‘Sense of place’ is also about your sense of LCS as a

It is wonderful to see the passion and love of the

community, as a learning environment and as a contrib-

community which is so apparent in students, staff and

utor. We can’t just expect this of our students if we don’t

faculty translated with so many new, interesting and

lead by example and have the institution itself be seen

practical enhancements to an already outstanding

to represent the values we espouse.

education.

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Paving the Way for Success—Transition Planning School / Head of Foundation Anne-Marie Kee and her husband Kevin who speak so passionately about the difference LCS has made for their family (p.vi). It is this caring community, unlike any other, that fuels us, even when the going gets tough, and ensures that we are all always striving to give the best to our students, to each other, and to our entire community.

This past summer, the school and foundation boards and Leadership Team, through the Joint Strategic Planning Committee (JSPC), came together to ensure LCS continues to strive to deliver the best experience possible. The JSPC revisited the Our Way | More Intentionally Lakefield strategic plan to identify the areas most important to the school during this transitional year under Guy McLean’s leadership and now into the first year of Anne-Marie Kee’s leadership.

This resulted in the LCS and LCS Foundation Joint 2016/17 Transition Plan. In October, we shared this

Nicole Bendaly ’93, LCS Board Chair

plan with the school and foundation trustees and received positive feedback and support for both the

I’ve had the honour of being chair of the school board

momentum gained this year and for the goals outlined

for almost a year now, and as I connect with more and

in the transition plan. I feel it is important to share

more alumni, parents, staff and faculty, the passion in

the goals of the transition plan with the broader Grove

our community continues to amaze me. We talk

community, and so the rest of this article is dedicated

frequently about the Lakefield difference, our ‘special

to doing just that.

sauce’ that differentiates us from all other schools, and it is truly our community’s collective love for The Grove and our commitment to nurturing relationships that is what is most valued, unique and special.

The Transition Plan Addresses 7 Key Needs 1. Organizational Leadership and Structure We must ensure we have the leadership and organiza-

I have experienced this love for our school in many

tional structure that will optimally meet the needs of

different ways over the almost 24 years since I gradu-

the school and foundation and reflects our values and

ated, and experiences from this past year in particular

best practices. At a governance level, we need to

have left me prouder than ever to be an alumna and

ensure our structure is functioning with maximum

chair of the school board. From concerned commu-

efficacy and that we learn from the past in order to

nity members speaking out and then rallying together

foster greater alignment, trust and strong relation-

in support of our school, to school board members

ships across all groups.

and other volunteers giving countless hours and effort, at times putting the school’s best interest

Some key school board priorities outlined in the

ahead of their family and work responsibilities, to

Transition Plan to address this need include:

staff and faculty giving their all to ensure our students have the best possible experience, every day, to a faculty member taking me aside at Trustees’ Day to share her appreciation in such a genuine and caring way that I will always remember, to our new Head of iv | Grove News Winter 2017

• Ensuring a successful transition of leadership is a top priority for the school board and a comprehensive onboarding and transition plan for our new HOS/HOF is underway to effectively support Anne-Marie during the first year and throughout her tenure.

• A comprehensive joint school and foundation

4. Cultivate a Thriving Culture

governance review is underway. Through a thorough

This year, under Guy’s leadership, faculty, staff and

examination of our structure, taking the learnings

the Leadership Team are working together as one

over the past ten years, and more recently over the

community. Continuously cultivating a thriving

past 18 months, the Joint School and Foundation

culture that embodies our core values must be a top

Governance Review Committee will make recommen-

priority at all times and will be the outcome of the

dations to strengthen the effectiveness of the LCS

successful implementation of a variety of the initia-

governance structure. The committee’s report will be

tives outlined in the transition plan.

presented at the school trustee meeting in May of this both boards and trustee groups and ensure we are

5. Develop a Comprehensive Enrollment Management Plan

functioning as effectively as possible.

In order to ensure we attract and retain a full comple-

year. Our ultimate goal is to foster alignment among

ment of mission-appropriate students each year, we 2. Strategic Planning: Improve Clarity and Alignment on Strategic Direction

will develop and implement a comprehensive enroll-

The school and foundation have moved forward in

admissions, financial assistance and student retention

important ways during the four years since launching

practices.

ment management plan that optimizes our marketing,

our strategic plan. We have built two vital student programs: the Leadership, Character, Values program;

6. Develop a Comprehensive Brand Strategy

and the THRIVE—health and wellness initiative. We

In order to effectively revisit the Our Way | More

have implemented a bold technology plan and

Intentionally Lakefield strategy for the purpose of

adopted a new teaching and learning online manage-

clarifying our vision and strategic objectives (as

ment system. In 2015, we achieved our CAIS accredi-

outlined earlier), we need to review our current brand

tation with numerous notable commendations and we

strategy and ensure we have a compelling and

opened our newest student residence, Uplands

distilled articulation of what we are about and the

House. The foundation has also grown our endow-

experience we strive to create. Our brand strategy is

ment to over $30M, raised just under $40M to support

critical to addressing a number of needs outlined in

our priorities, and grown our alumni donor participa-

this plan, and must be developed not just with a view

tion rate to the highest level among any educational

towards our marketing and recruitment efforts but

institution in Canada.

must also encompass how we articulate and represent

While we have achieved many milestones in the strategic plan, a key learning from the past year and a half

the LCS brand to our entire community.

is the need to foster greater clarity and broad commu-

7. Continue to Improve Our Program Delivery, IT Platform and Facilities

nity-wide understanding of our vision and strategic

We will continue to introduce program enhancements

direction. A priority for the school board is devel-

that meet the evolving needs of our students and

oping a process to review and potentially redefine our

parents, embrace best practices in the fields of

strategic plan in a manner that captures community

teaching and learning, and enable our graduates to

perspectives and results in a clearly articulated vision

reach their individual potential.

that is fully supported and understood by the LCS community.

While times of transition can be associated with stress and anxiety, this year our community has experienced

3. Continue to Unite Stakeholders as One Community

a new level of energy, excitement and anticipation

The passion and dedication of our alumni and parent

during this exciting time for the school—a true testa-

communities is one of our greatest strengths, propel-

ment to the fact that it is our caring community,

ling us to success in fundraising, word-of-mouth

unlike any other, that fuels us. Under Guy’s leader-

student referrals and effective governance.

ship we have gained considerable momentum, we are

Continuing to strengthen our stakeholder relations

paving the way for a successful transition of leader-

and restore community-wide unity through engage-

ship, and we have many opportunities ahead of us as

ment and open communication is a top priority.

we look forward to welcoming Anne-Marie to The Grove this summer.

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Welcome Anne-Marie Kee

Incoming Head of School and Head of the LCS Foundation “After 11 years supporting excellence and improvement in independent schools across the country, I am excited to be returning to a school, getting to know the community and making a difference in the lives of students. I cannot imagine a better fit for our family than the school that has helped shape our children. We have a deep affection for and belief in Lakefield College School and its future. I look forward to calling The Grove my home.”

Anne-Marie has a special passion for learning and leadership development. She led the development of CAIS’ Anne-Marie Kee with Kathleen and Jacob ‘17

national accreditation standards that challenge schools to examine all aspects of program and operations, including

The Lakefield College School community is delighted to

innovative learning, student engagement and wellness,

welcome Anne-Marie Kee as the new Head of School and

governance and risk. She also oversaw the growth of the

Head of the LCS Foundation, effective August 1, 2017.

CAIS Leadership Institute, which trains more than 175

Anne-Marie is a highly respected leader in the independent school community across North America. For the past 11 years, she has served as Executive Director of Canadian Accredited Independent Schools (CAIS), the national association dedicated to continuously improving the state of

school leaders each year. Most recently, her vision resulted in The 2051 Project, an international research project and incubator, that focuses on the dual challenge facing independent schools: the need for academic and business innovation.

leadership, governance and educational excellence among

Prior to assuming the leadership of CAIS, Anne-Marie was

its 95 member schools, including LCS. She is renowned for

Dean of Studies and Chair of the Integrated Technology

being a warm, dynamic, student-centric champion of inde-

Implementation program at Lower Canada College in

pendent school education and a mentor to many in the

Montreal. She began her career as an English teacher in

profession.

Kingston, Ontario, and holds a BA, B.Ed. and an M.Ed. from

Anne-Marie has a deep understanding of and connection to

Queen’s University.

The Grove. In addition to collaborating extensively with

Nicole Bendaly ’93, Chair of the LCS Board, and Jock

many members of the LCS community over the years

Fleming ’74, Chair of the LCS Foundation Board extend

through her position with CAIS, she and her husband,

their appreciation to the members of the search committee

Kevin, are also current parents—their son, Jacob ’17, has

and to the broader LCS community for their valued insights

been a boarder at the school since 2013. Kevin is Dean of

and perspectives that were critical to the successful conclu-

Arts at the University of Ottawa, and their daughter,

sion of the search process. “We would also like to publicly

Kathleen, attended LCS in Grade 9 and will remain in

express our gratitude to Guy McLean who has provided

Ottawa to attend Ashbury College in the fall.

outstanding leadership to the school as interim Head of

Anne-Marie brings a truly unique set of skills and experience to LCS. She has unrivalled vision and knowledge of the opportunities and challenges facing independent schools, a

School. Guy will continue in this capacity for the balance of the school year and is committed to ensuring a smooth transition to Anne-Marie.”

passionate belief in our LCS values, and a collaborative,

Please join us in welcoming Anne-Marie to her new role

team-oriented leadership style that makes her the ideal

with The Grove.

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School Highlights

3

Honouring 25 Years, and More, of Service!

7

Our Garden is THRIVE-ing

10

New Contemplative Space for LCS

11

Enhancing the Student Experience

12

Finance Quick Facts—LCS and LCS Foundation 2015/16

16

Trustees’ Day at Lakefield College School, Fall 2016

20

Here & Now—Investing in Our Students

22

Hepburn Alumni Challenge Update

24

Strengthening Commitment: Legacy Giving at The Grove

25

3D Printing Has Arrived at LCS!

26

Journalist and Innovator: Grove Old Boy—Peter Ward ’49

28

Grove Alumni—Class News

30

Honouring Our Heads of School in Portraiture

34

In Our Memories

35

Editor: Tracey Blodgett; Layout & Design and Copy Editor: Christine Vogel; Contributing Editor: Emma Trottier ’03; Editorial Committee: Heather Avery, Joe Bettencourt, Theresa Butler-Porter, Dave Krocker, Guy McLean, Sarah Milligan, John Runza, Shane Smyth ’96 and Stephanie Wilcox ’03. Contributing Photographer: Simon Spivey. Please address correspondence to the Communications and Constituent Relations Office: Lakefield College School, Lakefield, ON, K0L 2H0 705.652.3324 tblodgett@lcs.on.ca OPPOSITE: Spring harvest: faculty member Garret Hart shows students how to boil maple syrup in The Grove’s sugar shack

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School Highlights Thriving in 2016/17

Round Square Adventure

This September, University of Toronto professor

Following a four-day pre-conference tour in Iceland

Dr. Greg Wells launched the student roll-out of the

with four other Canadian Round Square Schools, Ali

THRIVE well-being project, addressing all students in

Attyani ’17, Hanen Alfuhaid ’17, Allie Avard ’18, Paige

Grove Time sessions on “Dream-Setting, Habits and

Bonner ’17 and Joe Gennaro ’18, along with Cara

the Environment.”

Westcott, LCS Trustee and alumni parent, and Gerry

Wells drew on his physiology research and his work with high performance athletes to discuss the value of pursuing a dream, rather than simply setting goals.

Illustrating his points by drawing upon the

Bird, Director of International Programs, arrived at Stiftung Louisenlund in Hamburg, Germany to represent LCS at the 2016 Round Square International Conference.

experiences of Olympic athletes Usain Bolt and

The theme of the conference was “The Journey That

Michael Phelps, Wells mapped out a plan for achieving

Makes Us,” and it would focus on the word “journey”

those dreams.

in a wider sense, as in our individual life’s journey and

He encouraged our students to discover their dream, and then identify short-term steps that they could take over the next 90 days to advance that dream. Forming habits, Wells added, was a key factor in achieving goals, noting that although it took 66 practice sessions to form a habit, it was much easier to maintain a habit than to draw on will-power to achieve goals. Finally, Wells reminded the students to surround themselves with a circle of friends who would contribute positively toward the achievement of their dream, people who would challenge and inspire them to stay on track.

Peter Dalglish Art Award

journey in terms of personal development.

Approximately 550 student and adult delegates from more than 100 Round Square schools around the world were in attendance. While their time at Louisenlund would prove unforgettable for many reasons, the LCS student participants were unanimous in saying their most lasting memories of the conference would be of the people they had met from around the world, with whom they had shared so much, and forged remarkably meaningful friendships over the short course of a week. Under the organization’s new “Discovery Framework,” participants in RS programs are now known as “Explorers.” There can be no doubt that the journey undertaken by delegates to the 2016

Congratulations to John Huth ’18 for his appointment

Round Square International Conference was one of

as the 2016/17 Peter Dalglish Art Award recipient. John

exploration and discovery; of self-discovery and of

submitted a tremendous artistic statement and

learning about the world around them, as well as about

portfolio highlighting his creative talents. He has a

the other peoples and cultures with whom we share

fantastic vision for his art that will reflect “What

the planet.

Lakefield Means to Me.” His art will be submitted to the school on the Friday of Closing and will become part of the Peter Dalglish permanent collection.

Athletics News It has been a busy year so far for our athletic teams.

Third LEED® Gold Building We are very excited to announce that Uplands House has been LEED® Gold certified. This is Lakefield College School’s third LEED® Gold certified building, joining Hadden Hall and Cooper House.

Notable performances include the 1st Boys’ Soccer Team capturing the CISAA gold medal in early

Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design®

November, Jr. Girls’ Volleyball Team earning third

(LEED) is a rating system that is recognized as the

place honours at the CISAA Final Four, CISAA gold for

international mark of excellence for green building in

the 1st Girls’ Alpine Racing Team, the 1st Girls’ Nordic

over 160 countries.

Racing Team and the Jr. Boys’ Basketball Team.

Sr. Boys’ Alpine Racer, Scott Thompson ’17 was awarded a gold medal for winning the giant slalom Race at the OFSAA Alpine Championships.

OPPOSITE (Top to Bottom) L-R: Students on the THRIVE committee meet with Dr. Greg Wells to make wellness plans for this year; the 1st Boys’ Soccer Team wins the CISAA Gold Medal; the CISAA Gold-Medal-winning Jr. Boys’ Basketball team; the Round Square International Conference delegates on a glacier in Iceland before travelling to Germany for the conference.

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The Drowsy Chaperone This year’s fall musical, The Drowsy Chaperone, was phenomenal. After two and a half months of hard work, the cast and crew played to four very appreciative and

who are less fortunate. And it really makes me realize what 9 dollars is worth.”

Alinea

packed houses. The energy and buzz around this

Thirty dancers, under the leadership of LCS teachers

production was excellent and many members of the

Libby Dalrymple and Rachel Bemrose, had three

wider community came out to see the show. In fact, it

fantastic performances of this year’s Dance Showcase,

was chosen by Kawartha Now as one of the top shows in

Alinea: Beginning a new train of thought. The girls, with a

the Kawarthas throughout 2016, including a “Best

few special appearances from Grade 12 boys, staff and

Musical” distinction!

campus kids, performed a variety of studentchoreographed numbers in a wide range of styles

The LCS 24-Hour Project In December, more than 100 drama students from Grades 9 through 12 embarked on the ultimate challenge: writing, directing, teching and performing original plays in 24 hours! The writers started at 6:00

including contemporary, jazz, hip-hop, lyrical, tap and cultural pieces. Student-designed lighting and sound engineering, under the direction of LCS teacher Geoff Bemrose, further enhanced the experience for the audience.

p.m. on December 14 and within a 24 hour period eight

To celebrate the 15th anniversary of the Dance

plays were created; directors assembled; readings, script

Showcase, alumni dancers, from Tokyo to Vancouver to

choices, auditions and casting completed; blocking and

St. Paul, Minnesota and beyond, shared videos of

rehearsals took place; and costumes, props, lighting,

themselves dancing that were worked into the finale.

and sound cues were developed. By 7:00 p.m. on December 15, the curtain was raised and eight plays that didn’t exist 24 hours earlier roared to life!

Engineering Week Challenge Sixteen Grade 11 and 12 physics students competed in the

Students learned valuable lessons about taking risks,

Peterborough’s 2017 Engineering Week Challenge on

performing, running tech, collaboration and the

March 1. The task was to design, construct and test a

creative process. The first LCS 24-Hour Project was a

crane using popsicle sticks, wooden dowels and string.

great success which audiences enjoyed immensely!

Josie Carr-Harris ’17, Alan Song ’17, Steven Chen ’17 and Ethan Jiang ’17 finished first, while Liam Kaller ’17, Alisa

What You Can Get for 9 Dollars Reyna Krocker ’18 travelled to Nepal with 43 other amazing teenagers from around the world on the first Round Square “Big Build” project. Reyna learned a lot

Filatova ’17, Rupert French ’17 and Conor ShanahanGuay ’17 finished in second place!

Analyzing a Business Case

about herself and the world on this trip. In town, she

On February 25, eight LCS students traveled to Oakville

saw a woman building bricks: “…one-by-one she would

for the Appleby Case Competition. In groups of four, they

put a slab of cement into the mold, flip it over on the

were challenged to analyze a real business case, find a

ground and move to the next one. This is what they

solution to the problem, and present their proposal to a

would do all day everyday, baking in the sun. We were

panel of judges.

told that for every 1,000 bricks they get 9 dollars. This makes me think about what 9 dollars is worth to me. I would spend that on a snack and a drink with no second thought, but for them 9 dollars helps to feed their family.

This trip taught me that I’m not afraid of the world around me, there’s so much outside this Lakefield bubble. It made me be me, not live up to who I should be, but who I am. And finally, it reminded me of how privileged I am and what is going on in the world, those 4 | Grove News Winter 2017

Attendees also heard a talk from guest speaker David Cheesewright, President and CEO of Walmart International. Congratulations to the team of Parizeh Rahman ’17, Trevor Smith ’17, Matt Lovick ’17 and Zack Masciangelo ’17 who came in first place!

OPPOSITE (Top to Bottom) L-R: The dancers from Alinea, this year’s dance showcase; First prize Engineering Week Challenge winners Ethan Jiang ’17, Josie Carr-Harris ’17, Steven Chen ’17 and Alan Song ’17; Reyna Krocker ’18 in Nepal as part of the Round Square “Big Build” project; the cast of The Drowsy Chaperone.

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HONOURING 25 YEARS, and More, of Service!

Debbie Buckley

Teacher, Day House and OE Helper If you have spent any time at The Grove over the last three decades, you’ve likely had the chance to work with, be taught by, ski alongside or paddle with one of our most beloved staff members at LCS. Debbie Buckley arrived at Lakefield College School in September 1986 when she joined the staff to work as administrative assistant to former Head of School David Hadden. During the era before texting, email and laptops, Debbie used a typewriter with a four-page memory to file student records, coordinate mailings to parents and the board of governors, and type up speeches for the Head of School.

Debbie realized early on that life at LCS was a good fit for her, and she started to think about getting more involved in the life of the school.

and continues to be a key figure in the day student group on the school life side of The Grove.

Soon after, as she grew more interested in computers and found working at the school so rewarding, Debbie began

Debbie’s love for the water prompted her to take up

taking additional technology courses. Eventually, through

whitewater kayaking in her late 30s. As with so many of

the support of Susan and David Hadden and many of her

Debbie’s interests, her enthusiasm and her characteristi-

colleagues, she returned to school at Trent University to

cally quick learning curve resulted in her taking on addi-

complete her Bachelor of Science and her Bachelor of

tional responsibilities. In this case, it meant spending

Education and eventually re-joined LCS as a member of

many enjoyable afternoons on the river each spring with

the teaching staff after graduating from Queen’s in

Rick Hagg and Diane Rogers and the LCS whitewater

September 1995. Although her original responsibilities

program—where Rick made any staff member who unin-

upon her return were split between the Head’s Office and

tentionally “swam” with the students buy donuts for the

teaching computer classes, she eventually moved to

whole crew. (Thankfully, Deb stayed dry most of the

teaching computer science and joined the IT department

time.) During this period, Debbie helped to lead two LCS

on a full-time basis soon after.

Irving Expeditions, one to the Horton River in the Northwest Territories, and one to the Eau Claire River in

Debbie’s responsibilities continued to expand in 1998

Northern Quebec.

when she joined the residential group, moving on campus and adding duties as Head of Moodie House.

Debbie continues on in her roles teaching math and

During this time, Debbie was able to enjoy campus life

running Brown House. Debbie’s inspiring journey and

with her daughters, Katie ’00 and Michele ’04, both of

her contributions to the life of the school over the last

whom would eventually attend LCS. Together, the girls

thirty years can perhaps best be summed up in her own

learned to ski, sail, paddle and enjoy the outdoors while

words: “Lakefield is an amazing place to work, and it

making the most of the opportunities that living on

allowed me to fulfill my dream of becoming a teacher—

campus presented. While she continued to teach

along with so many other things along the way. I’ve loved

computers, communications technology and math,

these years of working alongside supportive colleagues

Debbie oversaw the residence and spent every other

and friends.”

weekend ski patrolling at Devil’s Elbow. She also assisted the Alpine ski program for many years, leaving early on Wednesday mornings to travel to Collingwood to work the gates and time results for LCS students. After moving

LCS has been so fortunate to have Debbie’s enthusiasm and love of “all things Grove” over these three decades.

JIM MCGOWAN

off-campus, Debbie took over Brown House (Day House)

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Jackie McQuade

Keeping Our Campus in Tip Top Shape It’s hard to imagine an LCS without Jackie taking care of our students. Each day her bright smile, and warm greetings have been a part of thousands of students’ morn-

Students always remark how nice and friendly Jackie is.

They love that she takes time to talk to everyone when she sees them in the residence or out on campus. They speak of how hard Jackie works and how she is always ready with a smile, willing to listen and helps make their residence feel like home.

ings. For more than 25 years Jackie has worked in house-

The appreciation is mutual between Jackie and her

keeping, taking care of the boarding students. In her

students. Her very favourite thing in the world is the

time here she has worked in Smith Hall, Wadsworth,

homemade cards and little notes left on her door from

Moodie, Ryder, Grove, Upper, Uplands, Ondaatje,

time to time. Jackie has kept every single card and note

Rashleigh, Matthews and Lampman Houses.

students have given her over the years. It is such a

Jackie has loved all of her years at LCS but the best ones (her fondest memories) were in her younger years when

special part of the job when the students show they really care.

she got to work side-by-side with her best friend, her

Jackie remembers all of the special people that she had

mom. Jackie started working at LCS one summer with

the opportunity to work with over the years, David and

her mom, Dolly Hockaday, who worked at LCS in the

Susan Hadden, Richard Hayman, Mike Chellew, Doc

kitchen and housekeeping. That led to a permanent

McCubbin, David Walsh, Bob and Jeanne Armstrong,

position and Jackie soon found herself working in Upper

Mike Arsenault, Ken Sunderland and so many more. She

Colebrook with Mike Chellew and the Grade 7 and 8

especially loved going to the Armstrong’s House where

boys.

Jeanne would make her fudge and fix her a coffee when-

When asked what kept her at LCS for more than 25 years, Jackie smiles and comments on how much she loves the small community, the staff and students and that it’s a wonderful place to work where everyone looks out for each other. She loves getting to see the students every day and having friendships with co-workers.

Jackie laughs and says that LCS is a fun place to work.

“It’s the kids that keep us young and keep us going. It’s a home away from home where best friends work together and students trust and treat the staff well which makes the work rewarding.”

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ever she came to clean. Jackie is in awe that the campus kids she knew as small children are now adults with children of their own. Like Erica Chellew ’95 whom she met when she first began at LCS, now a teacher, living on campus with her own young children.

Outside of work, Jackie is the mom to three children, eight grandchildren and one great grandson. She looks forward to her retirement (in a few years) and the time it will allow her to spend with her family, but also knows her time at LCS has been truly a remarkable experience and the community will always be a family to her as well.

KERRIE HANSLER

Greg Richardson

The Grove’s Jack of All Trades The Lakefield campus cannot function without the help and hard work of the maintenance team. From snow removal, to lighting, renovations and everything in between, Greg Richardson has been part of that team for more than 25 years and during that time if there is a job

The Grove all of these years because it is a terrific place to work, and it is great getting to know the staff and their families. He loves the combination of routine and variety. With work orders coming in constantly he knows that every day will be different providing unique and creative challenges. Greg loves the variety of work, the location, the campus and the way he has been treated as a professional who gets his work done.

to be done, you can be sure that Greg has had a hand in

Greg has enjoyed the special privilege of working with

completing it.

talented colleagues some of whom since the day he

When he began at LCS, the campus looked vastly different than it does now. Rashleigh and Moodie Houses had just been completed and shortly thereafter the library and academic block took shape. Since then

began—Tom Fife, Ray Carlow, Don Maguire and many more. He’s shared many a delicious dining hall lunch with them and worked together on more tasks than he can remember.

he has worked in every building on campus from the

When not at work you will find Greg in Lang (the town

tunnels under the chapel to the new rooms of Uplands

he’s lived in his whole life) living on the river, two doors

House, each one needing its own special care and

up from his childhood home. Greg loves spending time

unique attention. Twenty-five years ago, very few jobs

with his family (his wife, two children and grand-

were contracted out so the maintenance team was much

daughter), working on bikes, cars and a variety of other

larger than it is now. At that time, Greg was not only

hobbies.

involved in the maintenance of the campus but also renovations and larger projects. Greg’s talent and

When asked about what he loves most, Greg pauses and

resourcefulness allowed him to become a “Greg of all

says his favourite parts of campus are the waterfront for

trades” tackling a large variety of projects and daily

its natural beauty, and the dining hall for…lunch.

work.

KERRIE HANSLER

When asked about his career at LCS, Greg remarks that the one constant is change. From the thousands of students he has seen come and go to the expansion of buildings on campus, Greg has seen LCS grow and flourish, change and adapt. He says that he’s stayed at

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Our Garden THRIVE-ing

A Lakefield Environmental Action Force Dream Coming True Creating a garden at LCS has long

creation of a garden coincides with

outside the Art Room. To facilitate

been a dream for members of LEAF,

THRIVE goals of creating a better

a student-centered design process,

Lakefield’s Environmental Action

understanding of nutrition, offering

Dario created a template in Google

Force. We were obviously quite

nutrient-rich food and getting

SketchUp that allowed students to

excited when we learned that the

students outside and active. The fact

create, add and remove features

goals of the THRIVE well-being

that the garden will be located near

from the design. The process that

initiative coincided with LEAF inter-

our new Contemplative Space also

unfolded was an organic one,

ests, and, with funding from the

fosters the THRIVE goal of encour-

with some students working on

Grove Society, a garden this year at

aging mindfulness and creates a rich

computers and others drawing by

LCS could become a reality!

green space in which to do this.

hand; the group compiled sugges-

Initial brainstorming and discus-

Following initial brainstorming,

sions involved dreaming of all of

the next step for members of LEAF

the delicious food we could grow

was to begin moving with confi-

(tomatoes, carrots, potatoes, kale,

dence into our design phase. Dario

potatoes, oh, and did I mention

Gabbani ’11, a member of our

potatoes?!), learning about growing

Facilities staff is in the process of

seasons and soil requirements and

becoming a landscape architect

scouting possible locations around

and shared his skill and expertise

the campus. We also connected

to help guide us through the design

with key partners including science

process. From walking around the

teachers, yoga and meditation

space, to dreaming about poten-

leaders, members of THRIVE, and

tial features and then creating a

At the same time as the design

Aramark and Facilities staff. Early

possible design, we have all learned

process is moving forward, we are

on in the process, LEAF students

a lot—and discovered a few hidden

also working hard to decide on the

identified a vision for the LCS

talents along the way! Following

plants we’d like to start with so that

garden: to create a multipurpose,

consultations about potential

seedlings can be planted over the

community space for healthy food

locations, we were approved to

winter and raised beds can begin

production and education. The

design a garden for the ‘gulch’ area

to be built. Our dream is to be able

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tions into two possible design ideas.

Dario then worked his magic to make these designs come alive in SketchUp, bringing them back to the group for comments, additions and modifications. We are still in the middle of that design process as this story goes to press; key partners need to be again consulted and there is the budget to consider as well!

“We need environmental spaces to engage with. The garden is not only a symbol of Lakefield’s continuous devotion to environmental stewardship but will serve as LEAF’s impact and legacy by providing students with a cherished space of environmental interaction.”

GRADE 11 LEAF STUDENT

to provide food that will be prepared

by Aramark staff to be enjoyed in the

New Contemplative Space for LCS

dining hall, and to learn a lot along

C.S. Lewis once noted, “We live…in

The space opens to, and overlooks,

the way.

a world starved for solitude, silence,

the new garden so students will be

and privacy, and therefore starved

able to find inspiration and solace

for meditation and true friendship.”

in the natural world as well. Faculty

As we gathered feedback on student

member Erin Braeckman, who has

well-being needs for the THRIVE

been one of the leaders on this

project, our students at Lakefield

project, along with Assistant Head:

reminded us frequently of their

School Life John Runza and Director

hunger for a quiet space and a time

of Spiritual Wellness and Diversity

for reflection in their busy days.

Lorraine Brown, says of the space,

For a student-driven organization such as LEAF, the opportunity to contribute to such a lasting and environmentally sound project has been tremendously exciting and empowering for the students. They have been involved, and indeed, in the driver’s seat for all major decisions, and they have have proven to

To support this longing for spiritual

be equal to the challenge responding

well-being, Lakefield has renovated

with grace, perseverance and passion,

a small space adjacent to what will

willingly contributing their time and

be the new garden as a contempla-

energy to make this idea come to life.

tive space. Furnished with rugs,

It has been amazing to watch students become engaged and invested in the garden, participating in lively debate and research time in their desire to be involved in something that allows them to get

cushions, inspirational art and key texts from the world religions, this space will offer our community moments of respite from the world of tests, commitments and social

“Our vision is that it will serve as a place of belonging, of becoming; a refuge for the spirit as much as for the bodymind. Whether students and staff come for prayer, reflection, meditation or simply quietude and respite, they will be welcomed by an inspired, inclusive space for connection, embodiment and renewal.”

HEATHER AVERY

media.

their hands dirty. There is magic in allowing them to spearhead this project. I believe that this is ultimately what will ensure the long term success of this garden so that The Grove is growing food not only to be enjoyed by next year’s students, but for students and staff for years to come. Already, students are creating a five-year plan with dreams of including a greenhouse and increased planting potential as the garden gains momentum. And students can’t wait to taste the fruits of their labour!

VICKY BOOMGAARDT

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ENHANCING

the STUDENT EXPERIENCE

The Cocurricular Arts Program at Lakefield College School When you walk the hallways and corridors of the school after classes these days you will notice students engaged in a tremendous variety of activities: you will hear music coming from a group of students learning how to play guitar, another group of students developing vocal and instrumental jazz skills; you will see varsity sports teams practising in the gym; you will smell the beginnings of a wonderful meal being created by members of the new Culinary Arts program in the OE kitchen (and, if you arrive at just the right time, you may taste a sample of their creation!); you will hear the whoosh of the puck and the grind of skates on the Bob Armstrong Rink as members of SLASH battle it out on the ice; you will witness the creation of a robot able to pick up an object and deposit it on the other side of a small fence; you will hear a reading of a story written by one of our creative writing prodigies; you may watch, spellbound, as dancers come together in perfect synchronicity; all over campus, you can see students shooting video and taking pictures to use in creating their own films. Closer to the end of the afternoon you will see students involved in community service arrive back on campus with smiles on their faces, feeling good about their ability to give back to the community in a meaningful way, and varsity hockey teams return from the Lakefield rink, tired but rejuvenated from pushing themselves on the ice to give their best to their team.

The late fall term saw an exciting ‘explosion’ of cocurricular offerings this year that have expanded students’ options beyond traditional athletics to include arts and community service. In past strategic plans, the school has identified the need to contemporize our cocurricular offerings to reflect the interests and needs of a 21st century student body. This fall we took the plunge! Beginning in November and based on their feedback, students have had the opportunity to choose a commitment to athletics, the arts, service or a combination of all three. At the moment, this means that a student’s cocurricular portfolio could be comprised of a singular varsity sport, or a combination of arts/creative programming, community service, and a recreational sport. This flexible scheduling allows our students to create a cocurricular portfolio that meets their individual needs. The buzz around the school at the end of the day is palpable. Students are engaged and invested in their cocurricular choices; they are stretching their comfort zones in areas about which they are passionate and the result is a student body that is re-energized by the time they all converge in dining hall for dinner.

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“The introduction of the dual cocurricular program at LCS this year has been a game changer.

Trying a new program in combination with another this past fall season opened the way for each student to create a unique, custom-made program for their after-school activities. I took this opportunity to combine a sport I wanted to try, with an activity to benefit my local community and I met individuals with like interests and motivations as myself.”

REBECCA MELLO ’17

A student survey in mid-October revealed that roughly one third of LCS students would prefer to focus on athletic endeavours, one third would prefer to focus on artistic endeavours and one third would prefer a program that would allow for a combination of the two. As Director of Arts Sarah Young began to develop new artistic programs for the late fall and winter terms, students expressed an interest in a plethora of artistic foci.

It was exciting to learn that students are interested in such a variety of artistic programming. Whether it’s costume design, woodshop, dance skills, portfolio work, guitar, painting, improvisation, journalism, fringe drama, graphic design, string orchestra—you name it, our students love the arts! The Culinary Arts program is the only cocurricular program that “made cuts” in the late fall term! An exciting dimension to this program is that students are learning from experts in their fields. A combination of LCS staff and local artistic professionals are working alongside our students. By balancing introductory and enrichment programs, we are able to see students learn something new or refine existing skills. Our current programs have been exceptionally well received by staff and students; and, in the spring term, a whole new slate of artistic programs will be offered to our students. It is refreshing

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“I looked forward to the new winter season where I could continue to have the flexibility and choice to make the most of the programs that make my Lakefield experience one of a kind, and go outside of the Lakefield bubble and change other people’s lives.”

REBECCA MELLO ’17

to see students so inspired after school every day as they spend time doing something they love.

With the new cocurricular portfolio, the Service Learning program has had an opportunity to gain traction both within LCS and the greater community. With a commitment to develop a program where students could be involved in regular programming outside the school community, students were given the opportunity to gain experience as well as an appreciation for others within the Village of Lakefield.

Throughout the late fall, the cocurricular group was busy! Students were volunteering at Lakefield Extendicare assisting with afternoon programming on Wednesdays. They were running activities at the Lakefield Youth Unlimited ‘After the Bell’ program for Grade 6-8 students at Lakefield District Intermediate School and were volunteering at Kawartha Food Share.

While they were busy out in the greater community, students also ran a canned food drive and a ‘candygram’ program at The Grove and donated all funds to the Lakefield Food Bank. Throughout OPPOSITE (L-R) LCS students enjoy a variety of cocurricular options including Explorations in Drawing and Painting, Robotics Club and participating in community service activities.

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all the experiences, students interacted with community members that they may not otherwise have come into contact with. The results were positive and rewarding for all parties involved.

Students reported being challenged by stepping outside their comfort zones but also that they had fun and felt good with the work that they took part in. Looking ahead to the winter term, students will be continuing on with Extendicare and Lakefield Youth Unlimited, but will also be involved with the YMCA After School Program, Habitat for Humanity and the New Canadian Centre. Getting our students out into the community breaks down the mystique surrounding LCS, and allows our students to build connections to their local community.

As we listen to the requests of our students and continue to evaluate our current tableau of offerings, it will be exciting to see how our cocurricular programs continue to expand and deepen. And as this happens, we will continue to look for ways to foster our students’ ability to create meaning from their experiences and make connections between their learning inside and outside of the classroom. The possibilities for deep, meaningful and fun learning are exciting!

VICKY BOOMGAARDT

“The phrase, ‘trying something new’ is an understatement when used to describe my early November decision to sign up for both culinary arts and the robotics team. From developing basic knife skills to using a culinary torch to finish off our (rather delicious) crème brûlée, the learning in this unfamiliar field for me has been more than substantial. And while culinary arts prepares me for university in regards to food and nutrition, robotics prepares me for the out-of-the-box thinking required for studying engineering at university. Prior to the robotics team, I never really thought about the idea of building and coding a robot from scratch with a group of four other guys, let alone competing with it but it’s fair to say we are well on our way. Participating in both of these specific cocurricular programs has been very experiential and a great choice this school year. At the same time that the robotics team has challenged my brain to engineer creative solutions, culinary arts has left my stomach feeling happier than ever!”

TREVOR SMITH ’17 Grove News Winter 2017 | 15

Finance Quick Facts LCS and LCS Foundation (2015/16) Two Distinct Legal Entities

Not-for-profit organization

Not-for-profit organization

School Trustees and Board of Directors

Foundation Trustees and Board of Directors

Independent 3rd Party Audited Financial Statements

Independent 3rd Party Audited Financial Statements

FINANCIAL PURPOSE

FINANCIAL PURPOSE

Operating entity: funding annual and ongoing revenue and expenses to run the school

Fundraising entity: capital projects, financial assistance, program support and endowments

Focused on finances and assets for current and future years Annual budgeting of revenue to fund expenses related to people, program and place

BALANCE SHEET (As at June 30, 2016)

Total Assets = $48.5 million of which $36 million is the net book value of land, buildings and equipment Advance tuition deposits = $9.3 million Working capital (current assets–current liabilities) of $0.2 million 16 | Grove News Winter 2017

Focused on donations and assets for currrent and future years Owner of financial assets and endowment

$48,500,000

What We Own 73.2% ($35.5M) capital

assets 25.5% ($12.4M) cash & investments 0.7% ($0.3M) accounts receivable % 0.4 ($0.2M) prepaid expenses 0.3% ($0.1M) inventory

2015/16

2014/15

Revenue

$19.8M

$19.6M

Expenses

$20.2M

$20.5M

Surplus / Deficit

($0.4M)

($0.9M)

Operating deficit the past two years

Capital Spending

($0.2M)

($0.7M)

School-funded capital & maintenance projects

$1.5M

$1.4M

Operating Cash Flow

Tuition & other revenue Operating costs

Operating deficit + depreciation – capital

Per Audited Financial Statements

DID YOU KNOW? LCS is host to over 8 different independent summer camps

from music and sports to grandparents’

LCS online academy enrols over 110 students

LCS employs over 130 people

LCS has 120 Kw solar panels contributing over $100,000 in revenue

of grounds and

per year through the Ontario FIT program

28% of LCS students receive financial assistance LCS Foundation funded over $4 million in operating revenue & capital projects in 15/16

Revenue 83.4% tuition & fees 9.3% foundation funding

financial assistance % entrepreneurship income 2.4 2.4% foundation programs 2.1% sundry income % 0.4 investment income

LCS maintains over 300 acres recreational space LCS has over 300,000 square feet of buildings and residences

Expenses 58% salaries & benefits 26% programs & operating 16% facilities & depreciation Grove News Winter 2017 | 17

Finance Quick Facts

$37,191,433

BALANCE SHEET

83% ($31M)

(As at June 30, 2016)

endowment fund 14% ($5.1M) captial assets 3% ($1.1M) restricted and general fund

Total Assets = $37.3 million of which $5 Million is the Net Book Value of Land & Buildings

DID YOU KNOW? LCS endowment per student is over $84,000 (amongst the highest in Canada)

970 people generously gave to LCS in 2015/16

LCS endowment currently disburses 4% of balance each year to fund financial assistance and student programs

LCS Foundation has earned an average investment return of 9% per year since the launch of the strategic plan in 2012

ENDOWMENT GROWTH 2012-2016 Millio ns

$8.2

($0.5)

($4.0) $31.0

$7.2 $20.3 $20.3M

(July 1, 2012)

Balance (July 1, 2012) 18  |  Grove News Winter 2017

Donations

Investment Gains

Fees & Other

Disbursements Balance to School (June 30, 2016)

ent Financial Statem

Statement of Operations & Changes in Fund Balances Donations Investment Income & Gains/(Losses) Transfer from LCS Property Acquisition Assistance

2016 $ 4,658,407 (151,956) 1,512,793 222,114

2015 $ 5,001,005 1, 320,474 1,099,446 -

Total Revenue

6,241,358

7,420,925

2016 $

2015 $

Transfers to LCS Capital Additions Bursaries and Scholarships Specific School Operating Items Fundraising Investment Management Fees Insurance, Administrative & Amortization

1,914,095 1,876,223 438,116 843,463 159,643 358,439

2,176,633 1,693,425 323,836 817,442 159,687 318,410

Total Expenses

5,589,979

5,489,433

651,379 36,540,054 37,191,433

1,931,492 34,608,562 36,540,054

Excess (Deficiency) of Revenue Over Expenses Fund Balance, Beginning of Year Fund Balance, End of Year

Total Donations

Millio ns

2016

2015

$5.0

$4.7

$5.0

$4.0 $3.0 $2.0

$2.6 $1.9

$2.1 $1.6

$1.0

$0.7

$0.8 $.01

Capital

Financial Assistance

Program

$.03

Other

Total

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TRUSTEES’ DAY

Lakefield College School, Fall 2016

On October 29, 2016, trustees of Lakefield College

the formal part of the day. Subsequently, trustees were

School and the LCS Foundation gathered at The Grove

asked for their feedback on some of the activities/

for the Joint Meeting of the School and Foundation

interactions and concepts shared with them

Trustees. The day began with a welcome and

throughout the day, results were collated and shared

orientation of new school trustees and a Chapel service

back with trustees following the meeting. After both an

with Grade 12 students themed “Make Our Garden

engaging and positive day, trustees gathered with

Grow,” setting the tone for the day spent together.

faculty and staff for dinner, as traditionally served by

Students led trustees on residential tours of Grove,

the Grade 9 students. The LCS Rock Choir and Lorelei

Wadsworth and Memorial Houses, followed by a closer

Consort were on hand to share their incredible talent

look at the Day Student locker rooms to gain a better

and infectious enthusiasm with everyone.

understanding of the facilities gap across the campus.

Trustees then met with faculty and students “tradefair” style (p.21), to gain their perspective on a number of distinctive programs including: Outdoor Education; Leadership, Character, Values; Theatre Arts; Integrated Arts; DELF (Diplôme d’étude enlangue française); Service Learning; Environmental Stewardship; Residential Life and Boarding Experience; Restorative Justice; and THRIVE Health and Wellness.

Trustees heard directly from the school Leadership Team, Head of School, school and foundation boards and committee chairs on the progress of initiatives underway; highlights included a capital projects presentation from Guy McLean and an update on the foundation’s exciting fundraising plan outlined by Shane Smyth ’96, COO Foundation. The annual

Over dinner, trustees, faculty and staff had the opportunity to celebrate the many contributions of retiring trustees and board members including: Paul Hickey (alumni parent), Andrew Johnston ’95, Cameron Maltman ’16, Bishop Linda Nicholls, Struan Roberston, Sheilah Scrocchi (alumni parent), and Alexandra Westcott ’16. Retiring board members included: Carlo Bos ’94, Janice Green (alumni parent), and Tracy Morley ’93, while Nick Lewis ’77 was honoured in his retirement as Board Chair.

The next meeting of the school trustees will take place on May 6, 2017 at LCS while foundation trustees will meet the weekend of May 31-June 3, 2017.

KATHY GREEN

meetings of both the school and foundation concluded

Welcome New School and LCS Foundation Trustees SCHOOL TRUSTEES Joel Allen ‘01 Management Consultant Strategy & Operations, Deloitte Toronto, Ontario

Lorraine Brown Faculty Trustee Representative, LCS Peterborough, Ontario

Chonée Dennis President and CEO, The Dennis Group Inc. Kawartha Lakes/Peterborough, Ontario

James Hicks ‘84 Executive Vice President, Global Acceptance and Solutions, MasterCard Toronto, Ontario

Lara MacGregor President, Grove Society Parent Chapter Lakefield, Ontario

Guy McLean Head of School, LCS Lakefield, Ontario

Trevor Smith ‘17 Co-Head Student / Trustee Representative, LCS Lakefield, Ontario

Sophie Welch ‘17 Co-Head Student / Trustee Representative, LCS Lakefield, Ontario

FOUNDATION TRUSTEES John Ryder ‘77 President, JRH Inc.

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Students and Teachers Share Their Perspectives With Trustees The binding element for all of us connected to The Grove are the students. Whether faculty or staff, alumni, trustees or board members, student learning and their experiences in the various programs offered are a shared focal point.

In planning for the Trustees’ Meeting, organizers felt it was important to provide time to share student insights into life at The Grove by engaging in dialogue in a meaningful way. In a ‘Speed Dating’ meets ‘Trade Fair’ format, groups of trustees had ten minutes at themed stations with students and their supporting teacher(s).

A number of distinctive programs were represented;

students and faculty members for moving programs forward to new heights.

faculty coordinated with students who were excited to

Our feedback from the trustees included comments such

represent a particular program and to build

as, the “exercise was excellent” and the “trade fair was

understanding through conversation with trustees for

invaluable.” One trustee commented, “I thought it was

why the program was meaningful. Students reflected on

the best interaction with students we’ve had in a long

what benefit the program served, in the short-term and

time and really enjoyed the format.” Our students shared

long term, and why the program was distinctive for LCS.

similar sentiments that, “it was amazing to learn how

Circulating through the gymnasium, listening to the conversations at each of the stations, allowed one to see that both students and trustees were engaged. Our students spoke with pride and confidence. Trustees asked excellent questions for deeper understanding and demonstrated their commitment and interest in the

much they care,” while another said “they asked great questions that really made me think.” Overall, it was a powerful session bringing students, their programs and our trustees together to reflect on current success and future possibilities.

DAVE KROCKER

school. New ideas and possibilities emerged, energizing

CONGRATULATIONS to Former LCS Board Chair Lakefield College School congratulates Marilynn Booth, our first female board chair (2001-2004), named one of the winners of the 2016 Canada’s Most Powerful Women: Top 100 Awards, presented by the Women’s Executive Network.

The award “celebrates the accomplishments of Canadian women across a wide range of fields and professions who have contributed significantly as leaders, innovators and role models.” Marilynn was recognized in the PwC Public Sector Leaders category.

Recently retired Dean of the University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies, she served for 12 years as Dean of the Chang School of Continuing Education at Ryerson University. She was first invited to be an LCS Trustee in 1997 and joined the LCS Foundation as a trustee in 2007. Marilynn is a proud LCS mom of Rob Booth ’98.

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HERE & NOW—Investing in Our Students Upon arriving at LCS as Head of School in August, Guy

All of the Here & Now projects are parcelled out into

McLean shared that he was struck by the passion of

separate $20,000 donation opportunities, which can be

our faculty and staff, by the natural beauty of our

pledged over up to five years (i.e., $4,000 per year).

campus, and by the genuine love for the school shared

Individual projects will begin when funded, with a

across our community. Recognizing these attributes to

goal of securing funding for each project by this

be among our greatest assets, Guy was convinced they

summer. We are extremely pleased to have already

provided a strong platform from which to continue

confirmed sixty-five (65) separate $20,000

expanding, innovating and honing the educational

commitments (at the time of this printing).

experience we offer our students.

While the Here & Now campaign is focused on

Drawing upon these and other core strengths of the

securing $20,000 commitments, the LCS Foundation

school, Guy has worked this year to identify a roster of

also offers a broad range of additional fundraising

smaller-scale projects that will each have a meaningful

opportunities at all gift levels. Every gift makes a

and immediate impact on our students. These projects

difference in the lives of our students and is deeply

are grouped around their impact on three key areas—

appreciated. As tuition revenue covers only 83% of the

our people, program and place—and are intrinsically

school’s operating budget (p.17), we rely on the

aligned with our culture and values. Collectively, these

generous support of our community to fund a variety

initiatives total $3 million in immediate investments

of important needs.

and comprise the Here & Now fundraising campaign we are running this year.

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If you are interested in supporting the Here & Now campaign, please contact the LCS Foundation at

Place NN

Walking Trail (1 gift)

NN

Campus-wide Social Seating (1 gift)

NN

Parcourse Fitness Trail (1 gift)

NN

Disc Golf Course (1 gift)

NN

Theatre Foyer Furnishings (1 gift)

NN

Organic Vegetable Garden (1 gift)

NN

Sports Court (3 gifts)

Donations can be pledged over a maximum 5 years

NN

Residential Landscaping (12 gifts)

(i.e., $4,000 per year)

NN

Flex Furniture for Classrooms (13 gifts)

NN

G. Winder Smith Dining Hall Improvements

705.652.3324, ext. 349 or at foundation@lcs.on.ca and any member of our team would be delighted to speak with you.

Here & Now Projects 150 x $20,000 opportunities

People NN

Student Financial Assistance (40 gifts)

NN

Faculty and Staff Recognition Grant (1 gift)

(15 gifts) NN

Science Classroom Refurbishments—Phase 1 (25 gifts)

NN

Waterfront Development—Phase 1 (25 gifts)

Program NN

THRIVE—Health and Wellness Program (7 gifts)

NN

Stand Up Paddleboards (1 gift)

NN

Passenger Vans (2 gifts)

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Hepburn Alumni Challenge Update Now in Year Three, the Hepburn Alumni Challenge is symbolic of the strength of our alumni community. LCS continues to lead alumni donor participation among all Canadian schools, and the program continues to make a transformational difference—for both students and alumni. Our accomplishments to date are a point of pride for our entire Grove community:

Year One—Unprecedented Support 75+ alumni volunteers lead the charge and the Challenge launches with 40% participation— the highest of any school in Canada!

Year Two—Immediate Impact Fueled by the success of Year One, the Challenge Bursary surpasses targets and is already able to support two deserving students.

Year Three—Doubling Down A strong Year Three participation will grow the bursary to support four students!

The Hepburn Alumni Challenge was created by alumni, for alumni, with a particular focus on making the school more affordable for alumni families. Again, our community has had an immediate impact: “As an alumnus of The Grove, I had always hoped to provide my kids with the extraordinary opportunity to attend.

However, it became clear that it was not something that I would be able to afford—a crushing realization for me.

The introduction of the Hepburn Alumni Challenge and the resultant bursary was instrumental in allowing us to offer The Grove’s academic, social and personal development to our eldest. Without this significant financial assistance, we would never have been able to take advantage of all that The Grove has to offer.

Thank you to all who support the school’s efforts to make LCS accessible to alumni families.”

ALUMNUS AND CURRENT PARENT

Thanks to our dedicated Volunteer Captains, and in particular to the visionary leadership of our generous program sponsors Jane and John Hepburn ’68, the Hepburn Alumni Challenge will continue to change lives for deserving alumni families and LCS students in perpetuity.

The program can only continue to grow with the ongoing support of our alumni community. For more information, or to make a Year Three gift, please visit hepburnchallenge.ca.

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Strengthening Commitment

AT THE GROVE Since 2009, membership in the 1879 Society has tripled. Today, more than 99 alumni, parents, staff, faculty and friends of Lakefield College School are proud to count themselves as members. They’ve made a gift in their Will (or via a life insurance policy) that will enhance the future of The Grove and enrich the educational experience for young people.

For our donors, a future investment in LCS reflects their personal dedication to The Grove and their significant belief in the power of education. Without a doubt, each commitment is the direct result of their unique LCS experience—an extraordinary education and a lifetime of memories.

If including a gift in your Will to Lakefield College School is something you are considering, or if you have already done so and not yet shared with us, we’d love to hear from you so that we can include you on our guest list for our 1879 Society Impact & Appreciation Event in Toronto on May 11, 2017.

Please contact Theresa Butler-Porter CFRE 705.652.3324 ext. 329 or tbutlerporter@lcs.on.ca for more details.

“If your plan is for one year, plant rice. If your plan is for ten years, plant trees. If your plan is for one hundred years, educate children.” CONFUCIOUS

You Are Invited

1879 Society IMPACT & Appreciation Event An event designed to share our gratitude with those who have made future commitments to Lakefield College School (or are curious and would like to learn more)

Thursday, May 11, 2017 The Granite Club, Bayview Avenue, Toronto, ON Don’t miss this opportunity to meet the students who benefit every day from the philanthropy of the Grove community. Spend time with individuals, like you, who believe a vibrant and healthy future for LCS requires the commitment of many.

R.S.V.P. by May 4, 2017 to jmcmurray@lcs.on.ca The 1879 Society was established to honour and recognize alumni, parents and friends who have chosen to enhance opportunities for future generations of Grove students by including Lakefield College School in their estate planning. The Society recognizes the generosity and foresight of those who have made a gift to provide for the school’s future.

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3D PRINTING

Has Arrived at LCS!

Students at Lakefield College School have an opportunity to see their own designs come to life using our two new 3D printers. Currently LCS has two active printers and will shortly have a 3D scanner to add to our print lab. Students are actively using this new equipment in computer science, information technology classes and at open Grove Time. Before the December break, interested students had the opportunity during Grove Time to make 3D-printed Christmas ornaments by designing with geometric shapes. Some fabulous decorations were created! Students continue to learn how to design and print through their classes, as well as through Grove Time and Art Club.

A 3D printer opens doors for explorations in design, whether creating functional or artistic products. This technology is not only engaging, but also focuses students’ attention on developing skills in design thinking, computer coding and problem solving while being creative.

Critical problem solving design skills and the learning that comes from successes and failures enhance the overall student experience.

The transferable skills are valuable to all students especially those interested in pursuing arts and design or engineering.

Students that have had a chance to use the technology are keen to see their ornaments and onscreen designs develop into objects they can hold and use. Our ed tech team can’t wait to see what they create next.

The LCS 3D printers and scanner are a gift from the Grove Society. We are very grateful for their contribution to enhancing student opportunities at LCS.

ABOVE: Exploring the 3D software program. BELOW: Ethan Webster ’20 with completed 3D-printed ornament.

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Grove Society

Alumni Dinner

Celebrating Sarah McMahon

Please join us for a Grove Society Alumni Dinner

Thursday, May 4, 2017 Cocktails 6:00 p.m., Dinner 7:30 p.m. — Park Hyatt Toronto, 4 Avenue Road, Toronto

R.S.V.P. by Tuesday, April 25, 2017 Register online at lcs.on.ca/AlumniEvents Tickets: $75 per person (alumni and staff only), seating is limited

The LCS Terrapin has been spotted (travelling with students, alumni and staff) across the world—in Izmir, Turkey, with the students who attended the Round Square International Conference in Germany and enjoying the sunshine in the Dominican Republic. Where will you take your terrapin? Tag your photos on social media with #LakefieldCollege.

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Journalist and Innovator

GROVE OLD BOY—Peter Ward ’49

Peter Ward (back row, fourth from left) with The Grove’s First Football Team, 1947

went down on April 29, 1944. Peter always looked up to his father, and tried to join the navy himself. When he learned he was red-green colour blind, his plans had to change.

He decided he wanted to be a journalist. He approached a number of news outlets looking for jobs, including the Toronto Star and The Globe and Mail. He had no experience and no degree, so neither The Globe or The Star gave him the time the day. But Peter had worked in the summer at the Telegram, and his father Peter Ward, a Lakefield College alumnus from 1949, is a

had worked there before him for a number of years, so

retired journalist living in the west end of Ottawa. He

he thought that would be a good place to try. When he

is bright and energetic with seemingly impeccable

went to ask for a job at the Telegram, their editor, Doug

memory, and a great fondness and talent for telling

McFarlane, told Peter to write about being interviewed

stories.

for a job and to bring it back to him. Peter said to him

Ward says, “Lakefield really was a making” for him and helped him along his path. After his years at Lakefield College School (known then as Lakefield Preparatory School), Peter went on to study at the Royal Military College of Canada. He calls himself a one-year graduate, and left RMC after the year. Peter says he had long had an interest in the military, inspired by his father. Lieutenant Leslie Ward, Peter’s father, was in the navy and died on the HMCS Athabaskan when it

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nervously, “Mr. McFarlane, how long do you want this?” Mr. McFarlane told him to write fifty thousand words. Peter thought he must have been blowing him off. So, Peter went home and spent the full night writing. He came up with three paragraphs. He came in to the Telegram’s office the next day, placed the story on Mr. McFarlane’s desk and apologized for not being able to find fifty thousand words to say. He told Mr. McFarlane that he hoped the short story would do.

Mr. McFarlane grabbed the paper, crumpled it up,

By the time the Telegram closed in 1971, he was already working for the CBC doing a capital report and a regular morning report on politics. He was determined to continue as a journalist in any way he could. So, he began to reach out to American newspapers, offering his services as a freelancer. Peter says the key to this was persistence, sending letter after letter and constant reminders calls until a number of American papers said yes to buying his work. He ended up writing for the Miami Herald, Baltimore Sun, Washington Star, Boston Globe, Buffalo News, Detroit News and the Milwaukee Journal. He once traveled to Cuba to write about politics there for American papers, taking advantage of his Canadian citizenship knowing that none of their American reporters would be granted access. All the papers he wrote for bought a five-part series from him after his trip. The New York Times wanted the story as well, so much so that they made a special exception from their typical distribution rules threw in the basket without even a look and asked if

so that that they could run his stories. Peter says he

Peter could start work on Monday. That was back in

was a “pretty good journalist, but a damn good

1951. Peter would continue to work for the Telegram for

business man” and says it was those business skills

the next twenty years until the day the paper shut

that kept him in his dream job throughout his life.

down. While at the Telegram, Peter covered a number of very exciting stories, starting off his crime reporting

After his many years writing and reporting across the

by covering the Boyd Gang after they escaped prison.

world, he and his beautiful wife Jane went into a semi-

With his knowledge and interest in military affairs, he

retirement. He spent another nearly thirty years

quickly became a respected military correspondent

writing a very well-loved wine column for the Ottawa

and took over a veterans’ column that he turned to into

Citizen.

a well-read military column.

Now, at 89, Peter is still living in the Ottawa

Peter says part of his interest in journalism came from

community that he and his late wife Jane loved. He

his father, who was a journalist himself. But more than

tells incredible stories with remarkable detail, and

that, it was something he really loved to do. He says,

spends time at the local All Saints Anglican Church.

“whatever you do in life you should do because you like

Peter maintains his affection for LCS, more recently

doing it. Really if you’re smart at all, and you’re ready

demonstrated by lending his support and expertise to

to put your nose to the grindstone and not enjoy

the Military Project—an alumni-led project dedicated

yourself, you’ll make a lot of money but that’s not

to preserving and commemorating the military service

important. It really isn’t. Doing something you love is

of those associated with the LCS community.

important.”

LYNDSAY ARMSTRONG ’13

Peter was not just a remarkable journalist throughout his career, he was an innovator. He kept himself on the leading edge of stories, and worked as his own boss for a number of years freelancing stories across the world.

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LCS ALUMNI—Class News!

1960s

global: NHL, NHL Players’ Association,

David Law ’65, David Agar ’65, John

agencies.

PGA, LPGA, CFL and many sports

Goldsmith ’66, John Stephenson ’66 and John Matthews ’66 recently caught

Sebastian (Bierk) Bach ’86 recently

up and celebrated the new year in

published a memoir, 18 and Life on Skid

Ottawa.

Row which is now available in stores.

Alan Belcher ’68, Bill Gastle ’68, Rod

1990s

Hendren ’68, John Hepburn ’68, Decatur Howe ’68, Murray Hunter ’68 and Bob Mackett ’68 got together at La Planque in Quebec City, Quebec this past September.

1970s November 6, ten Old Boys from 1970 gathered at St. Barnabas Church on Danforth Avenue in Toronto. They participated in the Remembrance Service and also celebrated the upcoming retirement of Father Jonathan Eayrs ’70 who stepped down as parish priest at the end of December.

David Law ’65, David Agar ’65, John Goldsmith ’66, John Stephenson ’66 and John Matthews ’66

Katie Robinette ’90 became a regular face on Toronto news stations—CTV and CP24—in the month leading up to the US Presidential Election and was live on CP24 for election night coverage to offer insight as a former organizer for the Republicans.

Nicholas Syrett ’93 recently published a book, American Child Bride: A History of Minors and Marriage in the United States.

Carla Riggs Nevarez ’96, husband Dan and big brother Decker welcomed a

Front Row: Kingsley Campbell ’70, John McRae ’70, Father Jonathan Eayrs ’70, John Viets ’70. Centre Row: Howard Cole ’70, Jay Currier ’70, Bill Stewart ’70. Back Row: Robin Adamson ’70, Mike Shirriff ’70, John Bark ’70

They were hosted afterwards at the home of Kingsley Campbell ’70 and Barbara Swanson.

Ian Pearson ’78 was recently featured in the Perth, Ontario newspaper about his outdoor recreation facility that encourages a healthy lifestyle through fun and relaxing activities, Perth Outfitters, and its new outdoor skate trail.

Murray Hunter ‘68, Alan Belcher ‘68, Bill Gastle ‘68, Rod Hendren ‘68, Carolyn Mackett, Gabrielle Howe, Decatur Howe ‘68, John Hepburn ‘68, Mary Lou Hendren, Bob Mackett ‘68, Jane Hepburn, Monika Hunter and Grace Belcher

1980s The NHL has engaged renowned sports artist Tony Harris ’82 for a massive project—100 framed canvasses of portraits of the players who were voted by a Blue-Ribbon Panel as the top players in the league’s first 100 years.

Tony has built a career producing sports and corporate portraits and landscapes.

His audience and customer base is Tony Harris ’82 celebrates, through painting, top players of the NHL for its 100th anniversary

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Katie Robinette ’90 covering the US Presidential Election on CTV

baby boy, Nelson Randall Nevarez on

On October 6, 2016, Shannon (Barnett)

December 31, 2016.

Meland ’01, husband Joe and new big sister Vivienne (Vivi), welcomed Henry

Angry Inuk, directed by Alethea

Joseph Meland.

Arnaquq-Baril ’97, was named one of TIFF’s top 10 Canadian feature films of

Tom Reburn ’02 and Michelle Beattie

2016!

were married at Stratus Vineyard in Niagara-on-the-Lake in July, 2016. They

Carla Riggs Nevarez ’96 with husband Dan, big brother Decker and baby boy Nelson

After being a ski trainer since 2002,

were celebrated by many LCS friends

Adrian Seligman ’96 has jumped on the

including Andrew Sainsbury ’02,

entrepreneur train by starting his own

Melanie Wright ’02, Malcolm

specialty coffee company, Scandinavian

Johnston ’02, Cameron Crawford ’02,

Alps Coffee Roasters, in the mountains

Mark Soder ’00, Justin Thompson ’00

of Norway.

and Meghanne Reburn ’97.

2000s

Melanie Wright ’02 and Andrew

Nomi and Tim Bell ’00 welcomed baby girl Mari Lillian Bell on August 10, 2016 in Toronto, Ontario.

Julia Hermon ’01 married Byron Subota on January 20, 2017 in Palm Beach

Sainsbury ’02 welcomed baby boy Arthur James Wright Sainsbury on August 14, 2016 in Toronto.

Dominic Crossan ’03, wife Annabelle (Langmead) ’07 and big sister Sophie welcomed Arthur Charles Anthony

Adrian Seligman ’96 at his specialty coffee company, Scandinavian Alps Coffee Roasters

NSW, Australia.

Mari Lillian Bell, daughter of Nomi and Tim Bell ’00

Shannon (Barnett) Meland ’01 with husband Joe, daughter Vivi and new son Henry

Julia Hermon ’01 with husband Brian Subota

Wedding of Michelle and Tom Reburn ’02 (Photo curtesy of Carly Elizabeth)

Crossan on January 17, 2017 in England.

Melanie Wright ’02 and Andrew Sainsbury ’02 with baby boy Arthur

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LCS ALUMNI—Class News!

Janice Greenshields ’03 and Neil Murray

Courtney and Kyle Turk ’03 and big

welcomed baby boy Parker on August 19,

sister London, welcomed a baby boy,

2016 in Toronto. Janice has also been

Ace Robert Turk on August 12, 2016.

named Camp Director at Camp Kandalore.

Jordan Vlasschaert ’03 and Katie Bulger were married on January 7, 2017 in

Alex Lyttle ’03 recently passed his Royal

Fernie, British Columbia.

College exams and is now a Paediatric Allergist/Immunologist. He opened his

Beth (Mullen) Hollis ’04, husband

practice in Calgary with the Arid

Jason and big sister Avalon welcomed

Mountain Clinic. His novel, From Ant to

baby boy Arlo on November 10, 2016 in

Eagle, is now available in bookstores.

Bermuda.

Entrepreneur Magazine named Toronto-

Nathan Cragg ’05 married “way out of

based MAKO Invent, founded by Kevin

his league” on October 9, 2016 at

Mako ’03, as one of the best

Scaramouche Restaurant in Toronto. He

entrepreneurial companies in the U.S.

and his wife, Esme Froggett, were joined

based on a comprehensive study

by LCS grads Tom Ironstone ’05, Mike

measuring impact, growth, innovation,

Petrosoniak ’05, Emily Ames ’05 and

and leadership of MAKO’s Austin, TX

Adrian Lyttle ’05.

Kyle Turk ’03 with son Ace

office.

Sara Cooper ’06 married Dan Andrew Parke ’03 and Jessie Vouk ’05

McParland in Perth, Ontario on July 30,

were married on September 10, 2016 in

2016. LCS alumni in attendance

Avalon with new little brother Arlo, children of Beth (Mullen) Hollis ’04

Fernie, British Columbia surrounded by family and friends. LCS alumni in attendance: Emma Vouk ’08, Alex Parke ’02, Sarah McCain ’05, Rick Hepburn ’03, Lauren Schumacher ’08 and Chris Horton ’08.

Jon Schofield ’03 and Kat Simonds eloped and were married on September 11, 2016 in the Nevada desert, in the company of the sun and the mountains, serenaded by a mariachi band.

Janice Greenshields ’03 with Neil Murray and baby boy Parker

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Parke/Vouk Wedding

Nathan Cragg ’05 with wife Esme Froggett

Jon Schofield ’03 with wife Kat Simonds

Melissa Gates ’06 with husband Jordan and baby Nathan

included: Bianca Bell ’06, Charlie

demonstrate the depth and breadth of their

Bierk ’05, Jamie Bignell ’05, Chris

competency in accordance with the CPA

Bocking ’01, Laura Bocking ’06, Dana

competency map.

Cooper ’11, Jordan Cooper ’08, Brooke Jan ’06, Kate (Bishop) Jenni (exchange

Kaitlyn (Race) Mui ’13 married Graham

student in 2014), Molly Johnston ’06,

Chow on September 6, 2016 in Toronto.

Gill McRae ’06, Alysia Munoz ’11, Esme

They were celebrated by LCS friends

Munoz ’16, Lindsay Munoz ’09, Brent

Sabrina Zhang ’13, Edward Tian ’13,

Petticrew ’06, Riona Petticrew ’03,

Timothy Chan ’13 and Abraham Lau ’13.

Martha Ramsay ’06, Leslie Bekki Grieve ’08 with baby boy Jensen

Schumacher ’06, Sarah Thompson ’06

Ellis Odynn ’12 is managing the Digital

and Michael Vander Doelen (former

Finance Institute, a think tank for financial

don).

technology, inclusion and regulation. She also organized the 2nd Annual FinTech

Melissa Gates ’06 and husband Jordan

Awards in Toronto in November. Over 550

Fitzgerald welcomed baby Nathan on

people from Canada’s leading technology

October 14, 2016 in Oshawa, Ontario.

and financial institutions including LCS

Proud uncle and aunt are LCS Alumni,

alumni Madeline Cooper ’12, Dagmar

Rob Gates ’08 and Lauren Cole ’09.

Christianson ’12, Maria Castello ’12 and Paul Desmarais III ’00 attended the black

Bekki Grieve ’08 and husband Jordan

tie gala to celebrate Canadian innovation.

welcomed a baby boy, Jensen, on

Ellis also launched FemRight, a not-for-

September 15 in London, Ontario.

profit supporting girls in refugee camps, and is working on a ChatBot with Machine

Kaitlyn (Race) Mui ’13 with husband Graham Chow

After studying engineering at Queen’s

Learning, a communication tool for

University and working in Calgary, Sam

refugees in the Middle East and Africa. For

McEwen ’09 started a boutique ski

more information visit AIToronto.org.

manufacturing business, 93 North Skis (www.93northskis.com).

Katie Garland ’15 is a sophomore on the Queen’s University Women’s Rugby team.

2010s Congratulations to Emmy Pullen ’11 who was named to the Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada (CPA Canada) honour roll (one of 53 out of 3,516 candidates) while successfully passing the Common Final Examination Staff member Isaac Eshikaty and Heidi Grosklag

(CFE). The CFE is three-day examination that requires candidates to

Congratultions to rower Trevor Jones ’15!

In 2016, he won the National Men’s Single Sculls title at the Canadian National Rowing Championships in Burnaby, B.C and the Canadian University men’s singles title in Welland, Ontario helping Trent University’s men’s team claim a bronze medal, he rowed for Canada at the World U23 Rowing Championships in Rotterdam, Netherlands, and at the World University Games in Poznan, Poland and was identified as one of the young Olympic hopefuls to receive RBC Training Ground support.

LCS Staff Isaac Eshikaty (staff) and Heidi Grosklag were married at Lakefield College School on March 11, 2017. They were celebrated by LCS friends including LCS staff members A group of alumni recently got together to celebrate the holidays at Bruce and Sarah McMahon’s house. (L-R) Sarah McMahon, Martha Ramsay ’06, Chris Bocking ’01, Nick Bierk ’03, Cam Bishop ’01, Graham Bocking ’03, Bruce McMahon, Charlie Bierk ’05, Nick Smart, Leslie Schumacher ’06, Laura Bocking ’06, Bianca Bell ’06 and Cody McMahon ’12

Brendan Fell ’04, Derek Doucet, Heather and Adam Ross and Sharon Fisk.

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HONOURING

our HEADS OF SCHOOL in Portraiture

At the October Trustees Dinner with the staff, Nicole Bendaly ’93 (LCS Board Chair) and Jock Fleming ’74 (LCS Foundation Board Chair) unveiled portraits of former Heads of School, Terry Guest and David Hadden. The portraits were donated by the artist, Donata Szafian (wife of Simon Creasy ’91). They have been hung in the Winder Smith Dining Hall beside our other long-term Heads of School, Dr. Alexander Mackenzie, G. Winder Smith and Jack Matthews.

Terry Guest

David Hadden

Terry Guest was Head of School from 1971 to 1985. The school saw many changes during his tenure including the opening of Wadsworth House, Ryder House, Fort Smith, the original Uplands (now known as Ondaatje House) and the opening of the school’s theatre. Terry brought LCS to the Round Square Program—the first Canadian School to participate, which led the way for the arrival of HRH The Duke of York ’78 and His Majesty King Felipe VI of Spain ’85.

During David’s time as Head of School (1985 to 2008), he oversaw the expansion of the school including capital improvements such as Matthews House, Rashleigh House and Cooper House, reconstruction of the chapel, and the addition of a new academic block, library, outdoor rink, recreation centre and outdoor education wing. The school also increased its size with the addition of Northcote Campus. Perhaps the most notable change to the school during his time was the introduction of coeducation, and the first class of alumnae in 1990.

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In Our Memories Hugh Pullen ’46 on September 6, 2016 in Halifax, NS. Predeceased by brothers Ernest ‘Duff’ Pullen ’28 and Thomas Pullen ’35; Uncle of Tim Pullen ’67 and Losel Tethong ’89.

Grant Burroughes ’48 on September 10, 2016 in Brampton, ON. Bill Varley ’57 on October 15, 2016 in Orillia, ON. Michael Kemp ’75 on November 18, 2016 in Nassau, Bahamas. Brother of Peter Kemp ‘77, John Kemp ’80 and Osbourn Patrick Kemp ’91; Uncle of Theresa Kemp ‘05.

Janet Mackenzie Ryder Watson on October 27, 2016. Mother of Alick Watson ‘81 and Ian Watson ‘77. Janet was the granddaughter of A.W. Mackenzie (parents were Jack Ryder and Florence Mackenzie) and the sister of Alick Ryder ‘55 and Tom Ryder ‘53; Aunt of John Ryder ‘77 Suzanne Harris Paterson on November 22, 2016. Mother of Jim Harris ’80.

Peter Perry ‘40 on February 23, 2017 in Toronto, ON. Predeceased by his brother Charles Perry ‘44 and son David Perry ‘80.

John Armour ‘45 on March 16, 2017 in Collingwood, ON. Tom Robinson ‘90 on December 20, 2016 in Ennismore, ON. Grove News Winter 2017 | 35

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