Gratitude Report 2017

G R AT I T U D E R E P O R T MULGRAVE SCHOOL | 2017

The magic a child experiences when reading a story for the first time. The expression of awe after summiting a mountain top. The feeling of accomplishment and pride at graduation. These are the moments at Mulgrave that you help make happen.

We are deeply grateful for your commitment to Mulgrave’s vision to inspire excellence in education and life. We hope you enjoy exploring how your generosity is taking Mulgrave to the next level – a level where students and teachers are MPowered to new heights, where learning is more enriched and personalised.

Our team looks forward to seeing your family around the school and updating you on the progress of MPower and the West Wing Extension.

Laura Walsh, Director of Advancement

A N O T E F R O M J O H N W R AY I’d like to take this opportunity to express our deep gratitude to you, our community of Mulgrave donors.

Your philanthropic investments will continue to transform Mulgrave in so many ways. Every single gift to our school is meaningful and appreciated.

2016-17 was truly a monumental year! Your donations and pledges have propelled the MPower campaign forward, paving the path for Mulgrave’s future. Thanks to the outpouring of support from our Mulgrave community, the West Wing Extension broke ground at the end of June.

Thank you for leading our community and inspiring others to partner with us in delivering the most exciting and exceptional education possible for your children.

John Wray, Head of School

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FAMILIES HAVE GENEROUSLY SUPPORTED MULGRAVE OVER THE PAST 5 YEARS

126 FIRST TIME DONORS

EARLY SUPPORTERS OF MPOWER

76

MULGRAVE STAFF SUPPORTERS

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he Wong-Fricks had been living in Hong Kong for 19 years. Their three daughters were born there, and the girls were happily studying at an international IB school. They had family, friends, and a strong professional network. Leaving it all behind was a difficult choice.

When they made the move to Vancouver last year, Mulgrave welcomed Caroline, her husband Tom, and their daughters with warmth and open arms.

Caroline shares, “Mulgrave and its community played a large part in helping us settle. Not only have we seen our children embrace and thrive in Mulgrave’s learning environment, but the support and kindness of the staff, faculty, and parents have been truly incredible and helped anchor us in what was a challenging transition year.”

Caroline’s girls were asked what they love most about Mulgrave, and they excitedly answered, “I love the teachers! Learning is fun here...the people are so nice... they really care.” And to the Wong-Fricks, those words, said so enthusiastically, is what means the most.

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hen Caroline and Tom heard about the MPower campaign, there was never any doubt they would contribute to the future of Mulgrave.

“We can’t wait to see our children and their peers experience and engage in the amazing spaces and classes that will be available once the West Wing Extension is complete,” says Caroline.

The Wong-Fricks have been impressed with Mulgrave’s culture, finding staff and faculty to be down-to-earth, friendly, and sincere. “Mulgravians live and breath the school values because they genuinely believe in and embrace those values,” emphasises Caroline. “We feel proud to be part of this community and proud to give to MPower.”

“WHEN SOMETHING G I V E S YO U S O M U C H , YO U I N S T I N C T I V E LY WA N T T O G I V E B A C K .”

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Notre équipe du Programme Primaire de l’IB se sent très enthousiaste face à l’idée d’un espace dévoué à l’apprentissage de la langue française. Nous sommes certaines qu’avec des images, des mots clés et des phrases affichés dans la langue cible, nos étudiants se sentiront bien soutenus, donc plus à l’aise, en s’exprimant en français. Un salle de classe dédiée au français nous donne aussi la chance d’exposer les étudiants aux objets culturels. Ceci servira ainsi à mieux les faire connecter avec leur cheminement d’apprentissage linguistique.

我们中文部期待着小学部的中文教室！ 感 谢家长们提供给我们的学生一个具有中国 文化环境的教学场地， 增加学生们的学习 兴趣和课堂上的互动。也提供了我们小学部 的中文老师一个备课和互相学习和讨论的场 所。 衷心感谢家长的慷慨支持！

Translation: Our PYP French team is so excited to have a devoted learning space. We know that with a room surrounded in images, key words, and phrases in French, our students will feel more supported and comfortable expressing themselves in French. This learning space will also allow us to expose students to cultural artifacts, helping our students to connect with their language learning.

Translation: Thank you for your support! We are looking forward to teaching in the new Junior School Mandarin Classroom. Because of your generosity, our students will learn in an enhanced environment inspired by Chinese culture and the love of learning. We will have space to prepare lessons and collaborate together as teachers. We are sincerely grateful for your generous support.

M P O W E R . M U L G R AV E .C O M Advancement, Mulgrave School 2330 Cypress Bowl Lane, West Vancouver, BC, Canada, V7S 3H9 P: 604.913.6053 | advancement@mulgrave.com Charitable business number: 896671658 RR0001