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OUR HISTORY AT A GLANCE From a single classroom across from the Rothesay Train station, to a spectacular campus set on 125-acres overlooking the Kennebecasis River, Rothesay Netherwood School has grown to become one of Canada’s leading independent boarding and day schools. While it would be impossible to cover the school’s complete history, here’s a glimpse of the evolution of RNS and a look at some of the people who have made this school what it is.

Rothesay Netherwood School was opened on August 6, 1877 by William Thompson. Known as Thompson's School, it was located upstairs in Whelpley Hall near the Rothesay Train Station. Archival documents suggest that 10 boys and one or two girls started at the school, with most students commuting to Rothesay each day by train.

James F. Robertson purchased Thompson's School in 1891, renamed it Rothesay Collegiate School, and moved it to its present location on College Hill Road. The new, spacious location on the Hill allowed students to board at the school. Before him, the school was run by Mr. W.E. Mott, followed by the first Headmaster, Rev. G. Exton Lloyd with assistant, Rev. O.W. Howard. Shown above is the original RCS School House.

In the summer of 1894, Miss Mary Leila Gregory, shown above, bought and furnished the Clinch House in Rothesay for use as a girls boarding school. Although the house was known as Netherwood, Miss Gregory called it Rothesay School for Girls. According to archival documents, there were 20 girls registered. One year later, Mrs. Jane (Gregory) Armstrong took over the school from her niece.

In the fall of 1903, Mrs. Armstrong made Miss Ethelwyn Pitcher and Miss Susan B. Ganong co-prinicipals of Netherwood School for Girls for a two-year term. In 1905, the pair rented the school from Mrs. Armstrong, assuming full responsibilities and obligations. It is of note that in 1904, there were 31 boarding students and two day pupils. The first graduating class, shown above, was from 1906.

The Synod of the Diocese of Fredericton formally took over Rothesay Collegiate School and Rev. W. R. Hibbard was appointed Headmaster. There were 40 students at the school, of whom 10 were day boys.

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1912 1923 1924 1930 1938 In 1912, Miss Ganong purchased Netherwood School for Girls from Mrs. Armstrong, becoming the third owner of the school. At this time, a new cottage was added and the main building was renovated to include an enlarged back classroom, a new cloakroom, and two rooms on the upper level. According to the 1912 Tallow Dip, â€œif Rothesay is to have electric light, Netherwood is to have it also.â€?

The Memorial Building, built in memory of the alumni and masters who perished in WWI, was completed in 1923. That year, school opening was delayed by one week until the dining hall (which was located in the lower level, now the library) was opened. The chapel was not ready until a few weeks later. Below, a new installation (2019) found in the entrance of Memorial Chapel commemorates those in whose memory the building was created.

By 1924, Netherwood was overflowing with students. To accomodate, the original Junior House was enlarged and a grand new building called Senior Hall was added. Senior Hall was designed by Percy Nobbs, a well-known Montreal architect. Mr. Nobbs also designed Gregory House, below, which was added in 1929, and was so fond of the school that he enroled his daughter.

The construction of the new School House at Rothesay Collegiate School was completed in 1930 and was ready for use by the students in September. The former school building was demolished.

After 30 years of service, Dr. Hibbard announced his retirement. He was succeeded by Dr. Charles Humphrey Bonnycastle, shown below. A member of the Canadian Navy, Dr. Bonnycastle served overseas during World War II. From February 1941 until late in 1945, the school was run by his assistant, Dr. J.F.L. Jackson.

There's more to the story, please turn to page 64.

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ON THE COVER: RNS is rooted in more than 140 years of heritage and tradition as two schools - Rothesay Collegiate School and Netherwood School for Girls - merged to become one. This year marks the 125th Anniversary of Netherwood School for Girls, and it's a perfect time to reflect on the heritage and traditions that make RNS the school it is today.

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The Headâ€™s Letter is published twice a year by Rothesay Netherwood School for alumni, parents, grandparents, and friends of the school. Rothesay Netherwood School 40 College Hill Road, Rothesay, NB, E2E 5H1 Tel: 506.847.8224 Fax: 506.848.0851 www.rns.cc Head of School Paul McLellan Paul.McLellan@rns.cc Editor Jennifer Roos alumni@rns.cc Photography: Members of the RNS Community.

THE EDITORâ€™S NOTE JENNIFER ROOS | COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR In the opening to her book, A Sketch of Life at Netherwood - The Rothesay School for Girls, published in 1952, Dr. Susan B. Ganong quotes French economist Jean-Baptiste Say: "L'Histoire n'est pas utile parce qu'on y lit le passĂŠ, mais parce qu'on y lit l'avenir." (History is not useful because one reads the past in it, but because one reads in it the future). In doing my research for this issue of the Head's Letter, I found myself visiting the past. I combed through our archives, read old issues of the school magazine, and studied copies of The Tallow Dip and The Blue & White, Netherwood and RCS yearbooks. I also had the privilege to read Dr. Ganong's book from cover to cover and enjoy a glimpse of life at Netherwood School for Girls in its very early years. The book painted a picture of another time - horse-drawn wagon rides down Gondola Point Road, tobogganing the steep and sometimes unforgiving College Hill, war work of knitting and preparing bandages, and visits from famous artists and musicians in an effort to expose the girls to city culture in their small country school. Most importantly, though, woven through the pages was a common thread that I still recognize in our school today, a commitment to provide outstanding educational opportunities and the grit to make it happen. With 2019 marking the 125th Anniversary of Netherwood (pages 8-11), we thought it would be an ideal time to look back on our heritage and traditions. At RNS we are rooted in, and take pride in, our rich and valued history, and, as Say's quote suggests, our past serves as a guide as we look to the future and continuously strive to be better. The RNS of today is born from the merging of two schools, and we are the better for it. Today, we still carry out many Netherwood and RCS traditions (pages 36-37) and we continue to make new traditions, such as the Innovation Challenge - Head's Cup ( page 32). RugbyFest is a popular event that has become a tradition that brings hundreds of people up the Hill. This year marked the 30th year of sportsmanship, camaraderie, and mud that is a RugbyFest staple (pages 2627). To give you a glimpse at some pivotal moments and key players in RNS history, you'll find a timeline on the inside cover and continued on pages 64-65. This is by no means complete. We would need several volumes to document 141 years! In this issue, you can learn more about our International Baccalaureate programme (pages 28-31) , find out what's next in the Strategic Planning process, and meet two of our Amazing Alumni, Joan (Fraser) Ivory '49 and Tom Wellner '83 (pages 38-41). Our student-written Hill Highlights section will take you on a trip to Belfast with Georgia Searles '23, introduce you to many programs at RNS such as Mock Trial, Debate, Model UN, and Robotics, and you can find out about the impactful Holocaust Study Group from Grade 10 students, Eldar Barnea and Anika Nice (pages 16 to 21). We do hope to see you at Reunion Weekend 2019 from June 14th to 16th. We've included the schedule and form to help you make your plans (pages 44-45). Don't forget to flip through the Class Notes section to find out what your classmates have been up to and check out the many events still to come at RNS.

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ing for input and direction from our many stakeholder groups. It has also been inspiring, and I can say with great confidence that there is plenty for the RNS community to be excited about.

This morning was especially exciting because one of our Head Prefects, Erin Usher, was delivering her chapel talk. Chapel talks are a tradition which date back almost 30 years, where Grade 12 students speak to the entire school about what they believe to be true. Some of the best speeches that I have ever heard have been delivered in this forum. This morning was another shining example of this. Erin, outfitted in her Netherwood tunic and blazer, spoke about how fortunate she has been in her life and the desire and obligation that she feels to give back to people in need. It was a wonderful way to start the day and an appropriate reminder about our school’s history and long-standing commitment to service.

This year marks 125 years since Netherwood School opened its doors. At that time, the school was small, yet vibrant and committed to providing a high-quality education for girls. This commitment continued as the school grew and broadened it's program. Through my visits with alumni and Reunion Weekends, I often hear about buildings and spaces on the Netherwood campus, former headmistresses and teachers, as well as traditions and events. I also hear several stories about the school’s commitment to Simplicity, Sincerity and Service, notable alumni, and the occasional story of mischief, sometimes involving the matrons or the boys up the Hill. Unfortunately, the campus closed officially in 1984, but the spirit and influence of Netherwood is very much alive in today's school in our board and staff, our programing, and our plans for the future.

oday, I started my day like most days, by attending morning chapel. As you know, our chapel is a special place full of history and heritage which provides an important bond for generations of students, alumni, and families. Our chapel continues to be an integral part of our school community.

In this Head’s Letter, you will read articles about our past, traditions, and outstanding alumni. You will also read about RNS today, student and program success, exceptional accomplishments, and the comprehensive strategic planning process which will guide our school through the next five to 10 years.This blend of past, present, and future is an important part of our school identity and it always will be. The strategic planning process, presented more fully in a later article, has provided our team the opportunity to reflect thoughtfully on our historical and steady growth, and identify opportunities for RNS to lead and excel in the future. We have revised our Vision, Mission and Values and explored strategies related to our Programs, our People, our Place and our commitment to strengthening and sustaining our institution. This process has been thoughtful and inclusive, allowTHE HEAD’S LETTER

Our history clearly shapes who we are as a school. Look no farther than the three alumni that we will recognize as Founders during Reunion Weekend. Imagine the stories that Margaret Bourne ’28, Aileen MacLaren ’38 and Jim Golding ’56 could tell. Unfortunately, Mrs. Bourne and Mrs. MacLaren are both no longer with us. I only had the opportunity to meet them a few times, but their leadership and impact to the school has been significant as students, governors, community leaders, and philanthropists. I have a wonderful memory of Mrs. Bourne, who at the time was in her mid-nineties, at the bottom of College Hill Road, exercising her right to protest and protect our school’s heritage. Likewise, Mrs. MacLaren was a proud supporter of our school and always interested in current students and programs, as well as how the school was progressing. Each time I visit Rev. Golding, I am reminded of

words like integrity, wisdom, and grace. Rev. Golding was involved in chaplaincy on our campus for 20 years. He gave more to the school than we could ever return during a time when the program and facilities were not close to the standard of today. It was a different time, but Jim was there for his students and our school. I enjoy every opportunity I get to speak with him about our history, his colleagues and friends, and the many students who benefitted from his sound counsel. Before I close, I also want to recognize two very important people who will be retiring in June, Richard Kidd and Vera Turnbull ’75. Both have been important members of our community and instrumental in our growth and success. Richard, an alumni parent of three, has been the driving force behind our Music program and a steadfast advocate for the arts. Music, and RNS, won’t be the same next year without him. Vera, a proud Netherwood alumna, has been a leader and role model in our community for many years. She has held significant positions in admissions and academics, but more importantly, she has provided voice and support to many in our community. Vera has helped me often with important school matters, especially those related to our community.

These two very important people have had a tremendous impact on an entire generation of RNS students and they will be greatly missed. We hope that they will continue to be active, engaged, and supportive members of our community. We still have lots to learn from them. We are blessed to have such a strong school community and stories that extend back more than 140 years. This history binds us and forms the foundation for our current school and future success. I hope this edition of the Head’s Letter gives you the opportunity to reconnect with our school, reflect on our important traditions, and get excited about RNS today and our plans for the future. I also hope to see you in June for our 142nd Closing Ceremonies and Reunion Weekend. u

Memorial Chapel is a special place full of history and heritage which provides an important bond for generations of students, alumni, and families. Our chapel continues to be an integral part of our school community. SPRING ’19

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Spirit & Legacy the

of a cherished "little yellow school" B Y N I C C A R H A R T & J E N N I F E R R O O S , D E V E LO P M E N T & A LU M N I A F FA I R S

It has been 125 years since our beloved Netherwood School for Girls opened its doors to young women from Rothesay and beyond. Over the course of nearly a century, this "little yellow school" with its lilac-lined front lawn and wooded acres was a great Canadian school.

The achievements of Netherwood are notable. This small school provided a leading education that was far beyond other schools. Netherwood instilled a deep passion for learning and a determination to make a mark. It provided a strong sense of belonging and a compassionate community; classmates and friends that became family. Netherwood was "simplicity, sincerity, service". A Netherwood girl learned to express herself, to analyze, to investigate, to sing, to dance and to act, to recognize and appreciate the diversity of others. She learned to formulate an argument, to develop a hypothesis, to defend her opinion, and to fight for equality. She learned about friendship, about good citizenship, and about dignity and respect. Netherwood is where she learned to discover, to be heard, and to go on as a strong, intelligent, independent woman.

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In this the 125th year since its founding, we felt it appropriate to somehow pay tribute to Netherwood's past. The following collection of anecdotes, facts, excerpts, quotes and memories from editions of The Tallow Dip, letters, and other documents of days gone by are snapshots of the school that was. They tell the story of a beloved Netherwood; its legacy and its spirit. "Miss Ganong expected our best, and we gave our best, willingly. Because her expectations were so personalized and filled with such encouragement and love that we, ourselves, believed we each had something unique to contribute. " Mona "Polly" (Dadson) Long '38 Letter to RNS, 1994 "Eighty-two years ago, I was a Netherwood girl, a very young one, but a Netherwood girl. I still am one, a very old one, but a Netherwood girl." Helen (Cannell) Kelly '25 Headmistress 1944-1952 Letter to RNS, 1998 "The school now has thirty-one residential students and two day pupils. This year is also the proud possessor of a graduating class, the first one that has ever been sent out from Netherwood, and we are all aware that we hold an important position as the Class of '06" Olivia Murray '06 December 1905 Tallow Dip

"The School, since it was founded in 1894, has always laid accent on a happy home atmosphere, and made full use of the country assets at its doors. There are long walks both through woods and fields and along the river shore, which give plenty of scope for the young bird watcher, wild-flower collector or amateur photographer." Netherwood Prospectus circa 1965

And now we'll sing of Netherwood, and lift her praises free. We may be few, but we're true blue, Dear Netherwood, to thee. - Chorus from "The Netherwood Song"

"Mr. Gallagher waiting at the train station, Miss Monteith's good morning wake up call, listening to records on Sunday nights in Miss Palin's apartment, being a Tudor, a Prefect and Head Girl. The memories could go on and on, but the one thing that I am thankful for is the privilege of being part of such a wonderful experience." Anne (Hamilton) Krikorian '55 Email to RNS, 2005 "At the beginning of Form IV, I started realizing how quickly the year would pass and tried to take advantage of every opportunity and imprint all the important things firmly in my mind. Now 55 years later, I realize how wise I was. I have boxes of mementos but mainly it boils down to friendships made. Experiences and memories to last a lifetime." Wilma (Wasson) Ross '62 55th Reunion Memories, 2017

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to be filled. You start with an empty life. It is your own, nobody else has ever lived it. What it will be when you have lived it will depend on what you alone put into it" Mary (Fawcett) Crimmins '36 Headmistress 1956-1967 1965 Tallow Dip

"Netherwood is not a big school, between fifty and sixty boarders and about thirty day girls. It is a big family and the Headmistress knows every one of them and has their welfare at heart. Staff and girls work together harmoniously in an atmosphere of good fellowship." Miss Annie Mowat, Teacher 1959 Tallow Dip 10

"We felt privileged to be students, not privileged students, and because of that, we had an obligation to do all we could to better the world around us, to be the best we could be. Anything and everything was possible." Debbie (Hanley) McKee '68 Email to RNS 2018 "The School and teachers helped me develop my character and shaped who I am today. Netherwood did so much for us and prepared us in so many different ways. That will never disappear" Cricky Brodhead '65 Head's Letter interview, 2015 "Life is not a three ring circus. We are taught by the Bible that it is a pilgrimage or a battle or a school. It is not a cup to be drained but rather

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"The chapel has been built along graceful, yet simple lines: in this lies its beauty. It is always open to us. It is a place of meditation, a place of worship and a place of love and understanding. A little chapel made of snow was our beginning, and from that beginning our own chapel was built, strong and true. Throughout the many years to come it will stand as a momunment to the high ideals of Netherwood School. In our chapel we can see the truth and strength of our motto: simplicity, sincerity and service." Claire Husson '65 June 1965 Tallow Dip "The long rays of the setting sun in Senior Hall. The sound of tennis balls and girls' voices; the murmur of classrooms and girls' laughter. 'Marking off time' at the green bench. The front lawn lilac-lined and heavy with the scents of summer at Closing, the girls practicing dances and marching, the graduating girls watching with a new feeling of reluctance as the realization that it was now their turn to leave Netherwood. The feeling of warmth, of security, and of beauty." Helen (Cannell) Kelly '25 Quoted in "RothesayAn Illstratrated History 1784-1920"

Give us strength to accomplish our work with cheerfulness, keep us from fretting over worries, faltering at our tasks, failing through idleness. Make us humble and friendly, eager for adventure, alert and prepared for service. Give us courage to dare to do right and make us steadfast to endure. And may our lives be filled with the joy that spreads happiness everywhere. - The Netherwood Prayer

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Netherwood Tidbits In 1952, long-time Netherwood Headmistress, Dr. Susan B. Ganong, published a book as a keepsake for the school's "Old Girls," the affectionate term given to alumnae. Titled A Sketch of Life at Netherwood The Rothesay School for Girls September, 1903 - June, 1944, this booklet is a treasure trove of insight into the history of the school as told by a woman who had dedicated her life to the school and its pupils. Here are some interesting tidbits gleaned from within its pages ... When it opened, Netherwood attracted boarders from Canada, the US, South America, Bermuda, Newfoundland, England, Scotland, Belgium, France "and even Persia." p. 10 Vera Lee Brown, Class of 1908 was the first registered Netherwood graduate to attend college. She went on to become a distinguished educator and writer. p.24 The motto "Simplicity, Sincerity, Service," was taken from words often used by Bishop Richards in his talks to the girls, "when indicating the fundamental qualities of character." p. 28 The Tallow Dip began in 1903 "with the ambitious desire to edit two publications in the year." This followed for 10 years, after which "it was decided to have one edition only and concentrate all efforts on it." p.41 In the early days, Netherwood staff wore long dresses that reached to the ground, "and the collars of their blouses reached close up to the chin, supplying a need to 'keep your chin up' under all circumstances. The long straight tie from neck

to waistline suggested an infinity of power and discipline in the wearers." p.47-48 The older students wore a slightly modified version of the staff uniform "in which they played tennis, ground hockey, but not basketball." p.48 "In winter there was a skating rink on the grounds and for a few years the girls were allowed [on] College Hill on which to slide. At chosen hours of course! It was a swift run with a sharp turn at the bottom, where volunteer guards waited at the foot of the hill to give warning of approaching horses harnessed to huge loads of wood." p.49-50 During WWI, "the School was now concentrating on the needs of Red Cross work, rolling bandages, knitting socks, knee caps, sweaters, scarfs ... and everything demanded of them in an effort to meet the great necessities of the time. Lady Tilley of Saint John made the school a Chartered Branch of the Red Cross and all tried to show appreciation of the honour conferred upon them." p.55 In the 1920s the School uniforms were updated, copied from an English school that Miss Ganong had visited. "The soft green,

blending with summer foliage of the surroundings, created a very artistic effect in which we all delighted." p.59-60 When WWII broke out, Netherwood, once again, became involved in war work, "knitting sweaters in every spare minute, knitting indoors and out, awake and asleep, making outfits for children from demolished homes." p.63-64

"Mardi was established as a French day by one of our teachers from abroad. Every Tuesday was a day appointed for all to speak French, or not to speak at all." p.90 "Attractive drills and interpretive dancing had been a feature of the School Closings for many years and these were especially effective when the green uniforms were worn." p.91 "In the course of forty years we witnessed two broken bones, one from tobogganing in the moonlight, the other from playing baseball on a slippery field. Tobogganing at night was promptly ruled out, and baseball was supplanted by the gentler and popular game of cricket." p.96 SPRING â€™19

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pening Day is always filled with both excitement and nerves for what the upcoming year has in store. The returning students feel quite at home and eager to reunite with friends and faculty in the familiar surroundings of RNS. Students embarking on this new adventure face many unknowns and are surrounded by countless faces, many of whom will shortly become close friends. Opening Day is a fresh start for all with the anticipation and hope that this year is going to be even better than the previous. A highlight of Opening Day for many is the Opening Chapel Service at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church. What makes this so special is the giving of ties to those who are at RNS for their first year. The new and returning students walk down the Hill together in small groups with their advisors. The only way to distinguish the two groups is by looking to see who has a tie and who is about to receive one. During the service, each new student is called up to accept a school tie in front of the school community. They are welcomed and acknowledged by this time-

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Each year starts with students and faculty walking to Opening Chapel. The new students can be distinguished by their lack of a school tie, which is given out during the service. Tradition dictates that Grade 12 students help the younger ones tie their tie.

honoured tradition as becoming full members of Rothesay Netherwood School. It is a momentous occasion at the end to see the returning students help the new ones tie their ties for the first time. Even more heartening to watch is the Grade 12s helping our youngest students in Grade 6 with their ties. This tradition ensures that all are received into the community and there is a feeling of belonging among all students as they all walk back up the Hill after Opening Chapel.

Our heritage and traditions are a valuable link to our shared history, which makes us who we are today. We are very blessed here at Rothesay Netherwood School to have a storied and rich past. From this history, we have been fortunate to be entrusted with an outstanding heritage filled with meaningful traditions such as the walk to and from Opening Chapel Service. In this way, who we are today is derived from the traditions of those who came before us.

It does go even deeper and speaks to the community of which we are all a part. The traditions the school continues to follow are ours to pass on and share. When touring potential families through RNS, our Chapel is one of the highlights. An Admissions Department member points out that this is where the whole school starts its day together and moves forward from there. Families are always amazed to hear that within the first two weeks of school, students strive to be the first to know every name of every one of their peers. It is a truly inspiring thing to watch when one or two students volunteer to stand up in chapel and identify each student by name. This speaks again to our community and the powerful traditions which make RNS the unparalleled learning environment it is. What is more is that the students who attend RNS embrace these traditions and are proud to be part of a school with such a great heritage. The importance

Izzy Weist '19 and Jenna Dooley '19 successfuly name every student in the school during morning chapel. This is a yearly tradition at RNS that happens each September, within weeks of school starting.

of the heritage and traditions of RNS is instilled in them from Opening Day to Graduation and beyond. They are proud, as we all are, to be part of the Rothesay Netherwood School community which provides a solid foundation for future success. They further realize that what they do today will build on our current traditions and leave a lasting heritage for those who come after us. u

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ince completing a lively first term at RNS, our students have shown no sign of slowing down and continue to demonstrate the qualities that set us apart from other schools across the country. RNS students are exceptional in every way, and as Grade 12s and leaders in the student body, we are constantly overwhelmed with pride in the accomplishments of every class. One word that comes to mind when we think about our school is resilience. Needless to say, this school year has not aligned exactly with previous years, and our community has faced adversity that has put our character to the test. From flooding that rendered School House unavailable for almost two weeks to storms that led to one of the first school closures in RNS history, these challenges did not deter the determination of our students to excel. As Mr. McLellan often mentions during Chapel, the time between the holidays and March Break, THE HEADâ€™S LETTER

while short, can be the most difficult time of year for many of our students. However, with so much happening on campus, there are plenty of opportunities for students to be involved and keep busy! In addition to all of the practices, rehearsals and games, the Middle School students celebrated their dedication to the Arts at their showcase and the Grade 9 class shared presentations on local charities for the Youth Philanthropy Initiative. As we move into spring on the Hill, we have many more things to look forward to. Events like RugbyFest are upon us, and we always love to welcome schools from around Atlantic Canada and Ontario into our community throughout the spring! We are so fortunate to have great student-athletes at Rothesay Netherwood School, as was made evident when 20 students from RNS had the opportunity to participate in the 2019 Canada Winter Games in Red Deer, AB. Our very own

We hope that as a group, we are able to leave RNS a better place than when we arrived, and show our peers how important it is to connect with one another and encourage positive change on campus. Athletic director, Kayla Blackmore, also attended as the Head Coach of the NB Women’s Hockey team. All four Atlantic provinces were represented as our students competed in hockey, skiing, speed skating, synchronized swimming, and figure skating. We are glad that their hard work has paid off and that they have been recognized as some of the best in their respective sports. The RNS Arts Department always has something in the works, and this year’s musical cast and crew did an awesome job yet again. They performed the Broadway show, In the Heights, a story set over of the course of three days in the Hispanic-American neighbourhood of Washington Heights in New York City. A wide variety of students were involved in the production, including the Prep Girls' Hockey Team and the Prep Boys' Basketball Team. We were all impressed to see them dance on the stage. As aforementioned, we are always busy doing great things here at RNS. As soon as the musical was over, another group of students started rehearsing a play directed by Grade 11 students Ore Alugo and Heather Chisholm to be performed during Drama Fest this spring. Good luck to them! As we reflect on the year, we feel so fortunate to have been able to know every member of the school and witness everything that has been accomplished by each unique student. The Class of 2019 might be small, with only 23 girls and 26 boys, but we know that we can make a big difference when we lead by example. We hope that as a group, we are able to leave RNS a better place than when we arrived, and show our peers how important it is to connect with one another and encourage positive change on campus. u

From the Canada Games in Red Deer, AB to the RNS production of In the Heights, Middle School Celebrations of the Arts, and the Grade 9 Youth Philanthropy Initiative, it has been a busy and very successful year at Rothesay Netherwood School. SPRING ’17

HILL HIGHLIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS FROM STUDENT EXPERIENCES AND ADVENTURES

Mrs. Dooks and students Maddie Ashe '22, Georgia Searles '23, Luca Hendra '23 and Lucy Cho '23 attended the YRS Conference in Belfast.

Young Round Square in Northern Ireland BY: GEORGIA SEARLES ’23 During the Young Round Square conference in Belfast, Northern Ireland, we participated in activities that tackled each of the Round Square IDEALS. Internationalism by travelling to another country and learning about their culture, Democracy by visiting the parliament building, Environmentalism and Service was tackled by gardening at an estate, Adventure during our trip to the Giant’s Causeway, and Leadership by learning how to connect with people you’ve never met and by participating in different team building activities. The entire conference was based on the idea of self-improvement and learning about yourself. I believe it’s true to say that we all learned more about ourselves as people and as students. I went into this conference with a growth mindset; I wanted to get absolutely everything I could out of this experience. We arrived on the first day and I think it’s safe to say that we were all exhausted. Many of the other students had come a day or two early, so while everyone else was socializing at the first dinner, we were all pretty quiet. I remember THE HEAD’S LETTER

thinking about what it would be like if the rest of the trip was like this, but to my relief, everything picked up the next day. We slept well that night and went on our trip to the Giant’s Causeway the next day, and even made friends with some students from New York on the drive back. My favourite part of this conference experience was learning about the cultures of all of the different countries that attended. I think of where I’m from and since I’m so used to it, I don’t think it’s as interesting as being from somewhere like Northern Ireland, but everyone I met was so interested in learning more about what Canada was like. You were always put in a situation where everyone around you spoke different languages and came from a different background. During dinner on the third night, we were all in assigned seating with people from different schools. That dinner was weeks ago now, but I can still remember everyone's name and the country they came from.

No matter how introverted you were, everyone at this conference made at least one friend. I can say with certainty that everything I did, experienced, ate, and the people I met during this conference will stick with me for a long time to come. u While in Belfast, the group visited the Parliament Building where they learned about Democracy, one of the Round Square Ideals.

On Exchange to Felsted School, England BY: EMMA CALABRESE ’21 For the first six weeks of the winter term, I had the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity of going away to Felsted, England on an exchange. While there, I was required to participate in the classes and co-curriculars of my assigned friend, Milly. Luckily, we got along great and I enjoyed the majority of the classes I was asked to attend, as well as the long list of co-curriculars that she was a part of.

confidence that I was given having made many long-lasting friendships. Having always been a very outgoing person, knowing that regardless of what situation I am put in I will always be able to find someone, truly boosted my outlook on life and on myself. In truth, I would recommend any experience similar to this to anybody who’s willing to go outside of their comfort zone and make lifelong memories. u

In comparison to RNS, Felsted School is much larger in both size and student body. The campus has well over 500 students, with a wide range of boarding options. The majority of my friends boarded only three days a week, while a very small number of students boarded every day of the week. Even though being a fulltime boarder gave me lots of time to settle in and be by myself, I did find myself wishing I had at least one friend from my main group to be with me every day. Fortunately, over the course of my exchange, I made a lot more friends outside of my initial group and I was able to have all kinds of adventures during the weekends, especially when I was able to leave campus with my friends. In my opinion, I’d say the biggest difference I encountered throughout this experience was the fact that Felsted offered mandatory school on Saturdays, something I had never experienced beforehand. Though the classes were shorter and school ended at 11am, it was still foreign to have to wake up early and attend classes on what would normally be my most relaxed day of the week. Though this was the biggest change I had to get used to while away, another difference I noticed was the shortened classes. Here at RNS, classes are roughly 70 minutes while at Felsted they were only 55 minutes, and even shorter on Saturdays. Even though I originally thought of how little one could learn in only 55 minutes, the teachers were very efficient when giving information surrounding their course.

Emma Calabrese '21, second from left, went on exchange to Felsted School in England, below, where she made many longlasting friendships.

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Middle School Robotics @RNS BY: ALLIE MCGIVERY ’23 & MARIEL ESPINOSA ’23

Anika Nice '21 and Eldar Barnea '21, shown with museum curator, Katherine Biggs-Craft, took part in the Holocaust Study Group at the Saint John Jewish Historical Museum.

Holocaust Study Group BY: ELDAR BARNEA ’21 & ANIKA NICE ’21

This year we have had the privilege to be part of the Saint John Jewish Historical Museum's Holocaust Study Group: a small group of students from different schools who met to learn about the Holocaust. We have learned about what happened to the Jewish people during that time, Canada’s reaction to the mass amounts of Jewish people seeking asylum, the Canadian internment camps, and the stories of many different survivors. One of the best parts of this experience is that we have been able to meet people from other schools and form friendships with them. Along with creating friendships among our peers, their presence helped provide different points of insight on the topics we studied. Eldar: Judaism is a huge part my life. It is a culture in which I have grown up since I was born and it is also my background. It is very important for me to continue to learn new things about my culture. Since I moved to Canada in 2015, I haven’t had as much exposure to my culture as I did back in Israel. When I first heard about the opportunity to go for a few visits to the Jewish Historical Museum, I agreed without thinking twice. I wanted to explore deeper into the Holocaust, a topic which is very important to my culture. THE HEAD’S LETTER

In fact, my great-grandfather was a Holocaust survivor. The most I felt I could do to increase my knowledge was to learn more about the people who went through the camps and the whole history of World War II. That was my goal. Holidays and celebrations are, of course, still celebrated among my family, which made me focus more on the history of the war. I wish I was able to learn more about Jewish heritage because there is always something new to learn. It was a very good experience for me and my peers. I got to learn a lot more about the Holocaust and how big of an impact it has had on Jewish culture. Anika: I feel that, right now, it is particularly important for us to learn about World War II and the Holocaust, not only to help us learn from the events of the past, but so that we can use this knowledge to better our lives and the lives of others. It is also important because, as the last of the survivors of the Holocaust grow old and pass away, we should be able to continue on and make sure that the world never forgets their stories and the stories of countless others who were not able to share them. Along with that, I was able to learn more about a culture that I never thought I would experience or learn about. I have been able to learn about the customs, traditions, and holidays that the Jewish people celebrate, which has been just another bonus on top of this amazing opportunity.u

Our robotic experience was really fun and very new. No one on our team of three (Mariel Espinosa ’23, Allie McGivery ’23 and Ingrid Tremblay ’24) had any coding experience or experience with these types of robots. We learned how to build a basic robot, which we then modified for competition and we learned basic code that we could put together to complete the missions. We had an amazing experience competing in the First Lego League competition in Middleton, NS, this winter and we enjoyed seeing what the other teams had done. It was really nice to have this opportunity. It was a lot of hard work, but we were able to come together in the end. One of the most difficult things to overcome was how to put our ideas together, as we each had our own ideas about how the robot should look and what type of code we should use. We decided to use all of our ideas instead of choosing just one. A setback was breaking our robot at the competition. It fell off a table just before we were about to present! We worked hard together and were able to rebuild it quickly due to our simple, but effective, design. The best part was going to the competition and seeing all of the other robots, as well as developing a team experience that helped to bring us closer and make us a stronger team. u

The Middle School Robotics team brought home the Judges Choice award from the First Lego League competition in Nova Scotia this past December. The team, from left to right, Ingrid Tremblay ’24, Allie McGivery ’23, and Mariel Espinosa ’23 is shown with coaches, Mrs. Mary-Ellen Wilcox and Mrs. Tammy Earle.

Senior School Robotics @ RNS BY: MOPHY NING ’21 Building a robot is very challenging, but very fun. Our team, which is made up of myself, Joyce Chen ’21, Jenna Kong ’21 and Yixuan Liu ’21, spent a lot of time building, coding, and resting our robot before our big competition at Acadia University in February. We learned a lot about building with different designs and using different types of coding to more effectively reach our goal. We also learned a great deal about communication as we tried to work out the best strategy for our robot. Other skills that we have gained from the experience include time management and preparing goals for ourselves along

the way. As a team, we now know that we will need to think more about simple and effective strategies and less about complex designs. The most difficult part was learning how to code because no one on our team had any experience. We were able to learn from workshops, from teachers, and from other students. The best part of this experience was seeing other teams' robots and codes and learning from other students who were trying to solve the same problem that we were trying to solve. We are proud of the effort we put into our robot as this was our first year for all of us to learn robotics. u Members of the Grade 10 Robotics team are shown hard at work during an Acadia University Robotics competition in February.

Learning the Law BY: EMILY MITCHELL ’19 & KATIE GULLIVER ’19 “The life of the law has not been logic; it has been experience.” - US Supreme Court Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr. In January and February, lawyers from Lawson & Creamer organized a Mock Trial and provided five RNS students with the opportunity to gain experience in law as they participated in a criminal case, addressing the issue of consent and intent regarding bodilycontact during a hockey game. Katie Gulliver '19 and Emily Mitchell '19 appeared on behalf of the accused, who was charged with the crime of Assault. Cole Gauthier '22, Yihong Chen '22 and Abby Jamieson '22 represented the Crown. Some of us went into this program with no experience in the law or the process of a trial. However, we all had one thing in common, an interest in learning and the aspiration to become a lawyer. Before the actual trial, lawyers from Lawson & Creamer held Saturday sessions about the role of law in society, opening and closing statements, court procedures and etiquette, and cross and direct examinations. We

RNS students had the opportunity to take part in law workshops presented by Lawson & Creamer, which culminated in a Mock Trial with RNS parent and Maine District Court Judge David J. Mitchell, centre, presiding. learned that opening statements are to be interesting, yet modest and brief, and the closing statement is to be longer and more detail-oriented because it would be the Judge’s final impression before the case rests. In each, it is necessary to develop a theory of one’s case and then to weave that theory through all aspects of the case. At times it was confusing to differentiate between the questions allowed to be asked during cross and direct examination. During cross, counsel can lead the witness with questions. However, on direct, counsel must ask openended questions to elicit testimony from the witness. Failure to do so may result in an objection. Most importantly, counsel should

never ask a witness questions to which he does not already know the answer. It was interesting and we enjoyed learning about the process of organizing for a trial. We took the skills we obtained from these various lawyers and applied them to our own cases. We each worked diligently in preparing our case to present in front of an actual judge. The day of the trial, we were dressed in courtroom robes. Select students and faculty played the roles of witnesses. This experience was very realistic and gave us a taste of what a career in law involves. We had to be comfortable with public speaking, be able to act effectively under pressure, think quickly, and see those SPRING ’19

areas in a witness’s statement that could be used to support our own theory of the case. Being a lawyer would definitely be a difficult and analytical job, but it would be balanced well with the opportunity to help others. As a group, we would like to thank Sarah Fitzpatrick, Chris Isnor and Kelly VanBuskirk from Lawson & Creamer for creating this great

opportunity for us. Lastly, we’d like to thank Maine District Court Judge David J. Mitchell for driving from Maine to preside over the trial and provide us with post-trial analysis of our performance. A couple of us are graduating from RNS this year, and as we look into our future it is helpful to engage in learning opportunities such as this to get an idea of what we might like to do. The Mock Trial exercise was a very worthwhile experience. u

Debating @ RNS BY: HANNAH ISAAC ’20 & SARAH SLIPP ’19

Debate is an extracurricular activity that has really grown at RNS. It has developed into an activity that is not just for senior students. This year, there have been many students in Middle School who have decided to step outside of their comfort zone and give debating a shot. Being a member of the Debate Team offers a new perspective on many key aspects within society as members are encouraged to think outside of the box and consider both sides of each issue. This year, the debate resolutions varied in topics such as the new United StatesMexico-Canada Trade Agreement, Artificial Intelligence, and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization. Hence, students were able to gain an understanding of important current affairs and debates that are occurring in society. Debate offers students the ability to develop public speaking skills, think on their feet, become aware of current events, develop efficient research skills and, best of all, work with and meet other like-minded students. What is wonderful about the Debate Program at RNS, is that there are participants debating at a variety of levels. We have members who are just learning and others who are experienced and have placed in many tournaments. The more experienced members are able to offer guidance to those who are new to the activity, alongside Mr. McEvoy, who ensures that all students feel confident going into a tournament. It is important to understand how intimidating this truly is. Competing in a debate tournament requires many more skills than simply arguing about what one thinks

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The Debate Program at RNS has grown to include Middle School students. In fact, our Middle Schoolers have been successfully competing against High School students as there are currently no Middle School debates in the province.

Competing in a debate tournament requires many more skills than simply arguing about what one thinks is right.

were able to learn and confidently compete in debate tournaments against High School students. With no Middle School debate in the province, the only option for our younger teammates was to complete against older and generally more experienced students. This is truly the result of a wonderful teacher. Mr McEvoy has helped so many students at RNS find a new passion for debate.

is right. Firstly, the participants must be able to debate both sides of a resolution. On top of that, debate requires thinking on your feet when asked questions by your opponents or debating an impromptu round. Furthermore, there are specific structures and procedures that need to be followed depending on the style of debate at the competition. The point of all this is to say that debate is a very challenging skill to learn and develop; however, with Mr. McEvoy’s guidance, many debaters are able to meet the challenge and overcome obstacles. It is exceptional that the Middle School students

The RNS Debate Team has seen great success this year. Many of the teams, including some of our youngest debaters, came away from Provincials having won a number of rounds. The season is not yet over for all debaters, with a team competing in Nationals in Halifax and we may have our first Juniors travel to Montreal in May. Debate and Model United Nations are great ways to step outside of your comfort zone, develop important skills and meet others. We would strongly recommend it to anyone, of any age, who’s interested in giving it a try next year. u

Model UN @ RNS BY: CHARLES BEATON ’19, KYUNGMIN KIM ’19 & ATTICUS VAN DOLEWEERD ’19 At RNS, the Gordon Fairweather Model United Nations is something that is both new and ingrained in tradition. It gives students from around the province of New Brunswick a chance to experience committees tackling difficult issues, all while discussing and contending different solutions through the point of view of their assigned country or role. This year, thanks to the help of Mr. McEvoy and a select committee of students, we were able to bring students from schools around the province to join the conference. Students from Sussex, Moncton, Fredericton, and beyond joined spirited RNS students in different crisis committees that dealt with various issues. These issues ranged from the potentially devastating consequences such as a nuclear North Korea, female genital mutilation, and less more fantastical issues such as a theft from the Ministry of Magic in the realm of Harry Potter.

participate in events, big and small, ranging from sending a group of students to New Hampshire for the Philip’s Exeter Model United Nations conference, to hosting small Model UN sessions during lunch called FUNMUN’s with the goal to learn about procedure all while having fun with sometimes silly situations.

After a day packed with ever-changing issues, each committee came to a consensus and drafted a resolution that attempted to tackle the issues and solve them once and for all. This experience allowed the students to explore different points of view and entertain complex topics that may not always be talked about in their school, or in their lives. The Gordon Fairweather Model United Nations was a success thanks to the participation and enthusiasm of the students involved, along with an atmosphere that allowed for an engaging environment for both newcomers to MUN along with seasoned veterans. Not all MUN experiences are limited to this annual event. At this school, we

This is all possible thanks to the efforts put on by our Model UN Director, Mr. McEvoy, who constantly challenges us and engages us in thought-provoking discussions and encourages us to dig deeper, take on leadership roles, and work together, all while giving generously of his time. Through these activities it allows students to get involved, build courage and creativity along with fostering public speaking and interpersonal skills. This is something that is extremely applicable in day-to-day life. Model UN this year at RNS has been a tremendous success and has allowed like-minded students to grow and develop all while having a great time. u

This year's Gordon Fairweather Model United Nations conference attracted students from across the province to RNS.

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hen living away from home, students broaden their horizons. They learn to become independent, responsible, thoughtful, and considerate members of a large, extended family. Find out what life on campus is like with Canadian boarder, Sam Alamutu â€™21, and Mexican boarder, Natalia Dersdepanian '23. THE HEADâ€™S LETTER

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Q: How long have you been a boarder at RNS? Where are you from? A: I have been a border at RNS for about 7 months now. I am from Ajax, ON in the GTA (Greater Toronto area). Q: Who is your roommate? Where is he from? Have you become close since living with him? A: My roommate is Neal Anand '20 from Bathurst, NB. Neal and I have definitely become closer over the course of the year. I would even say he has become one of my closest friends at RNS and we end up hanging out with each other a lot, even out of the dorm. Q: What is your favourite part of being a boarder and living in residence on the Hill? A: My favourite part about being a boarder at RNS is the feeling of being able to call your housemates brothers. In the dorm, I get to be around my friends and classmates, which allows deeper relationships to form. Even though I am away from home, I feel like I am part of a family here with my housemates, and we help each other out like brothers. If I need soap, forgot to get laundry detergent, a snack because I hungry, or just someone to talk to or hang out with, I can depend on my housemates. Q: What is it like for a boarder to study and do homework? A: I find it easier doing homework as a boarder because we have a set time to do so. At home, it was harder to do homework because after practice I'd come back late and have to do things like eat dinner, relax, and shower before even getting to my homework. At RNS, I am on a schedule which makes it much easier to have time for homework. Another thing that makes homework as a border easy is that you have all of the resources you need: the library is open during study, teachers are on duty, and classmates live with you, so you can always get the help you need. Q: Houseparents are there for the good times and the bad times. What does it mean to you to have someone like this in your life while living away from home? A: Having someone like that in your life is very helpful and supportive. A houseparent keeps you accountable for yourself and your living space. To me, a houseparent is also like having

Sam Alamutu '21 took on the challenge of performing in this year's Senior School musical, In the Heights, alongside other members of the RNS Prep Boys' Basketball Team. Shown from left to right are Kellen Tynes '20, Jack Fifield '20, Sam, Matthew Pennel '21, Shyheim Malcolm '19, and Caleb Sooley '20.

someone to go to when you need guidance and someone who gives you support. Having a houseparent is truly similar to having a parent away from home. The amazing thing about it, is that having a houseparent does not feel like having a houseparent, more like having a big brother that really takes care of you. Q: How often do you chat with your family? How do you usually do this (i.e. text, email, talk on phone, Skype, etc.)? A: I chat with my family often through text and email. I also talk on the phone or on Face Time. I find it easy to talk to my family whenever I need to and always have the resources to do so. RNS teachers and staff help make sure that parents are informed of what is going on in school and how you are doing. I feel like that is valuable because they help keep your parents in the loop so they can better support from home. Q: What sort of activities do you do together as a House that bring you closer together? A: I enjoy the house outings because they are fun and it is easier for relationships to grow when there are good vibes in the air. We go golfing, laser tagging, and arcade gaming as much as we can together and there is never really a dull moment. I think that these house activities have definitely helped us become closer as a dorm and they help us better interact with our housemates in less awkward, friendly, and fun ways (especially the ones we don’t talk to as much). Q: What is your best experience so far living on the Hill? A: Playing on the Prep Boys’ Basketball Team has honestly been my best experience here at RNS because of all the support that we get from the school. At our senior night game, the gym was absolutely packed, even people from the Rothesay area came to see us and support us. That meant a lot to me and to the team. It made us feel supported and cared for at the school as studentathletes and I think it is the same way for a lot of other teams at RNS. u SPRING ’19

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everyone else is doing it at the same time, so you can have help from your classmates and teachers.

She is in Grade 8 & lives in Netherwood House.

Q: Houseparents are there for the good times and the bad times. What does it mean to you to have someone like this in your life while living away from home? A: They are always there for you. In Netherwood, we see them as our second Moms. We can laugh or cry with them. If you are homesick, they will be your best support.

Natalia.

Q: How long have you been a boarder at RNS? Where are you from? A: I have been a border for 7 months. I am from Mexico City. Q: Who is your roommate? Where is she from? Have you become close since living with her? A: My roommate is Jane Li '23, she is from Shanghai, China. We

are very close, even though we are so different, and we share our culture and our humour. When I am not having a good day, a joke or just a smile from Jane, and I know everything will be alright. Q: What is your favourite part of being a boarder and living in residence on the Hill? A: My favourite part is living with my friends. You are always hanging out with them. You can meet them on the basketball courts. On the weekends, you go shopping with them or eat in a nice place, or maybe just at Subway, but it's always fun. Q: What is it like for a boarder to study and do homework? A: What I like the most is that you really do homework because

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Q: How often do you chat with your family? How do you usually do this (i.e. text, email, phone, Skype, etc)? A: We chat almost every day. I try to call them every two days. Q: What sort of activities do you do together as a House that bring you closer together? A: We are always together, but sometimes we go to our houseparents' houses and cook, or, for example at Christmas, we went on the rink for free skating and had snacks. Q: What makes RNS so special to you? A: That you can be friends with everyone and you feel the sense of community. When you come to RNS for the first time, you can start from zero because you don’t know anybody, and you have the opportunity to be the best version of yourself. Q: What is your best experience so far living on the Hill? A: My best experience so far was skiing with my friends. We had lots of fun, especially on the ski trip to Quebec. We went to MontSainte-Anne, and I got to spend time with people in the school who I had never really talked to before. u

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thirty years of sportmanship, camaradarie, and mud!

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here is something about April at Rothesay Netherwood School that makes it different from other schools. It is not because spring has begun or the snow is finally gone. No, it is something else entirely. People love the sight of cars coming up College Hill Road on RugbyFest Friday, the hundreds of volunteers directing traffic and looking after the campus, the sights of the players warming up and the smell of fresh air and rugby. It is an amazing scene that has electrified many who have come to love rugby over the past 30 years. RugbyFest began in 1989 with only twelve teams, and now has ballooned to 46 teams spread across female and male divisions of 7s rugby and the full 15-aside match. Throughout the past three decades, it has had a tremendous and lasting impact on many students of RNS and has helped to develop a love for this misunderstood game. “My first RugbyFest was the introduction to rugby I didn’t

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know I needed. After one weekend, I fell in love with the sport, and our team quickly developed a level of camaraderie that could only come with hard fought hours spent together on the field. I’ve been fortunate enough to make it back a couple of times to watch, and I still get goosebumps every time the boys start the 'I Feel The Winds of God' chant.” (Hayden Atkinson '10). Their voices are etched in many students minds. RugbyFest is the beginning of the end of the school year. It is a rite of passage for many students and helps to usher in the upcoming graduation for the prefects of RNS. It’s meaning cannot be summed up in a brief article because it means so much to so many different people. "To everyone on the team, it is the opening salvo to our favourite sports season. To others, it means that winter is officially over and the final stretch to graduation in June begins. Almost everyone can agree that it is a cultural event in our

An invitational tournament in 1989 that attracted 12 teams from across New Brunswick was the beginning of what is now known as RugbyFest. Left is the 1989 RCS-N team in action and what looks like a post-game team photo.

RNS community and it is intertwined into the DNA of the school. It's a time where we come together as a community and cheer on our friends and classmates as they kick off the final chapter of the school year,” (Vivek Prabhu '09). RugbyFest has meaning beyond the Hill. RugbyFest attracts teams from as far away as Alberta and from all over the Maritime provinces. The tournament has played host to three players who have gone on to represent and play for Team Canada, the first two playing in World Cup events - Chauncey O’Toole of Belleisle, Jebb Sinclair of Fredericton, and Cole Keith of Sussex.

Rugby Canada will feature an article on their website about this year's 30th anniversary of RugbyFest. Not bad for our small little school. As Championship Sunday comes to an end, the winning teams each receive their trophy or banner and the volunteers busy themselves cleaning campus. It is a different feeling watching the cars leave campus. It is sad to know that RugbyFest has ended for another year, but we can all look forward to next April when we get to experience this incredible event all over once again! Until RugbyFest 31! u SPRING ’19

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othesay Netherwood School is proud to offer the International Baccalaureate programme to our Senior School students in Grades 11 & 12. Although students don't start the IB programme officially until Grade 11, the IB philosophy at RNS starts fresh out of the gates in Grade 6. RNS emphasizes the IB Learner attributes at every grade level where students reflect upon their learning and identify and highlight their strengths through Service, Academics, Arts and Athletics. The IB philosophy reflects RNS's mission statement in many ways, mainly encouraging students to strive for individual excellence and creating opportunities for students to develop an enduring sense of global citizenship. Another important aspect is embracing a holistic, cross-curricular approach to learning that encourages self-management and effective communication.

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In fact, RNS has recently received many accolades from the International Baccalaureate Organization for the ways we bring this philosophy to life on our

“Being an IB diploma student can be very stressful, as it involves juggling a lot of academic and extra-curricular commitments. You're doing an academically rigorous pre-university programme, so there are higher expectations attached and effective time management is crucial to your success. Through the challenging course work and assignments that we do, IB students have the opportunities to develop enhanced communication, research and criticalthinking skills, all of which will give us a head start in post-secondary education.” - Kiarash, IB Student campus. Now in our 12th year of IB programming, we have just passed our second five-year-review with an abundance of well-deserved commendations. For example, RNS supports and encourages all students to participate in the IB program. Over half of our senior students challenge the full Diploma Programme, but the option to obtain certificates in individual IB courses is always available. There is no selection criteria for admission to the Diploma Programme because it is our belief that all students who are admitted to RNS are committed to academic challenge and success. Professional development at RNS also goes above and beyond the IB Organization’s recommendations, with IB workshops and school visits. In fact, many of our teachers work as external examiners on behalf of the IB Organization. “Imagine my delight in getting a phone call from my first-year university student telling me that while she'd only been in school for a day or two, she had already completed a full term. Her university awarded her 15 credits, that's five courses or a full term, for her IB courses completed at RNS. Not only does this mean money saved, but it allowed my daughter to pursue more challenging second and third year courses in year one - something that she was excited about and more than prepared for.” - Jennifer, IB Parent As part of our commitment to IB, RNS also provides guidance to students on post-secondary educational options. IB courses are acknowledged and credited

at many universities, which can help financially and in other ways. The IB curriculum at RNS allows students to prepare and practice for the demands of university in a safe and supportive environment. Success rates in second-year university courses are a testament to the value of the IB program. One hundred per cent of RNS graduates are offered a university placement and many receive scholarships. Just as important as the IB academic curriculum are the three core components of the Diploma Programme: Creativity, Activity & Service (CAS), the Extended Essay (EE), and Theory of Knowledge (TOK). The CAS requirement involves a balance of participation in pursuits related to creativity (e.g., a musical or play, producing your own documentary), activity (e.g., training for a triathlon or being on a sports team), and service (e.g., providing humanitarian and charitable services, internationally and locally). EE provides a platform to practice indepen“IB is a demanding, well-structured programme that enabled me to grow not just academically, but also personally. I saw growth in my confidence and my way of thinking as I progressed through my IB years. In university, I immediately see myself as being much farther ahead of other students and it was much easier for me to adapt to the new environment. I would highly recommend IB to those who want to be well-prepared and ahead of others in university.” - Himson, IB Alumni

dent research and persuasive writing on a subject of personal interest. TOK is a course in which students reflect on questions regarding how we know what we claim to know and other questions related to subjectivity and knowledge. IB curriculum - a programme followed worldwide by 5,000 schools in 153 countries - is unique compared to other programmes because it truly offers a chance for young people to become global citizens and to grow their awareness of international perspectives and to compete on the world stage, all right in the heart of Rothesay. u SPRING ’19

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CAS, or creativity, activity, and service, is an integral component to the IB Diploma Programm of participation in pursuits related to creativity (e.g., a musical or play, producing your own d (e.g., providing humanitarian and charitable services, internationally and locally).

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To learn more about the International Baccalaureate Programme at RNS and how it can benefit your student, contact our IB Coordinator, Mme Jacqueline Albinati at jacqueline.albinati@rns.cc.

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INNOVATION & entrepreneurship new traditions @ RNS set the foundation for the future B Y TA M M Y E A R L E , R N S FA C U LT Y & D I R E C T O R O F I N N O VAT I O N A N D T E C H N O LO G Y L E A R N I N G I N I T I AT I V E S

othesay Netherwood School is built on traditions. Some stand the test of time, while others evolve, and others still, simply disappear. As our world changes, it's important that RNS establish new traditions, ones that reflect the times in which we live, benefit our current students, and set a foundation for students of the future. This year, RNS established two new traditions focused on Innovation and Entrepreneurship - the RNS Innovation Challenge - Head's Cup and the Startup Bootcamp. These traditions are presented in the form of new learning initiatives. With an emphasis on growth, discovery, challenge, and innovation, they will lay the framework for our future students and help us all learn how to embrace making mistakes in the quest of learning how to create. In the classroom, RNS teachers continuously focus on innovation, growth, and developing new ideas that keep us ahead of the curve. We look for new practices that can endure over time as new generations of students join the RNS community and create their own experiences. A culture of innovation and entrepreneurship is how companies like Apple, Google, and Facebook were formed.

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Throughout the winter term, RNS introduced a competition that inspires students to solve real-world problems through innovative projects and solutions. This marked a new tradition known as the RNS Innovation Challenge - Head's Cup,

On February 20th, our students proved that imagination and dedication can ignite innovation. Competing in the first annual RNS Innovation Challenge Headâ€™s Cup, seven teams worked together collaborating, ideating, and exploring new opportunities. They learned to think differently and question what they thought was impossible. This challenge allowed students to be imaginative and design technological solutions to address important scientific issues that we face as a

society. After months of working together, teams took to the stage to pitch their ideas. Our judges, Rob Beatty (RNS Director of Development), Shayna Earle '18 (iBioMed Engineering student, McMaster University), Sarah Gowan '10 (Chemical Engineer, UNB), Brian Flood (Entrepreneur, parent, and alumni) and Marie Jo Thibault (CFP, Business Development Consultant, IBM Security) were impressed by the clever and practical ideas that ranged from bioluminescent clothing to an

airplane pillow that really works, non-slip rubber tread shoes that perform on ice, noise-cancelling headphones with a built-in communication microphone, a hibernation chamber, wearable tech that detects health levels, and the winning entry, technology that prevents dings and dents in car doors. Members of the winning team, iSecure, made up of Joyce Chen '21, Sunny Le '21, and Mophy Ning '21 now have their names on the Innovation Challenge - Head's Cup award board located in Heritage Hall, and are part of our new tradition of innovation. This past March, another learning initiative, the RNS Startup Bootcamp, was introduced to students in Grades 9-12 for the opportunity to become entrepreneurs and solve problems by creating new innovative solutions. What can you accomplish in 48 hours with the right group of students? Guided by Ash Singh, Professor of Entrepreneurship at the INSEAD Business School and the Ivey Business School, students embarked on the entrepreneurship journey of ideation to the creation of a company that included tactical guidance, business modelling and pitching an idea with confidence to potential investors. The Startup Bootcamp became an incubator class in collaboration, creativity, critical thinking, and communication. The result of this new tradition of entrepreneurship: students develop skills needed to thrive in the 21st-century workforce and bring to life commercially-viable innovations that have the potential to change life for the better.

Ash Singh, Professor of Entrepreneurship at the INSEAD Business School and the Ivey Business School, brought the STARTUP course to RNS this past March. This is the first time this entrepreneurship bootcamp has been held in Canada. Thirty-six students in Grades 9-12 took part in the two-day workshop.

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The Bootcamp was a great experience overall. I found it so much easier to understand entrepreneurship in a hands-on way and now I can definitely see this as a possible future career. - Emma Moriarty '22

One of the key lessons that students took away from the Startup Bootcamp was how to build entrepreneurial confidence. Over the course of the two-day program, we watched the students grow as they applied what they had learned and gained the confidence to speak out and share their thoughts. Many started out thinking their ideas were not worthy or unlikely to succeed. Quite the opposite happened. As they brainstormed their ideas and overcame their struggles, they were able to make progress, and with the right questions, they found answers that moved them onto the next obstacle. The final day culminated with pitches, where the 36 students in the program presented to our panel of judges, made up of industry professionals - Bernadette Fernandes, Brian Flood, John McBriarty, and Marie Jo Thibault. This was the first time that the

Each member of our team brought something unique and had a different perspective. I couldnâ€™t have asked for anything better from my whole team. - Duncan MacIsaac '19

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Startup Course has been presented in Canada and with high school students, no less! All of the teams did an outstanding job pitching ideas that ranged from a home lighting system, an app that helps find lost items, a smart water bottle, an app that keeps track of ids, a pen that improves handwriting, to our

I always wondered, "How does one start a company?" After the Startup Bootcamp, I only wonder what kind of company I want to start. - Jan Rutrle '20 winner, a clothing app that cuts down on browsing time and helps consumers get the best deals. The winning team, "87", was made up of Kyla Bent '20, Cole Gauthier '22, Alex Kim '22, Duncan MacIsaac '19, Arianne Roy '20, and Mal Thornhill '21. The spirit of the RNS Innovation Challenge - Head's Cup and the Startup Bootcamp is another way to show the world what our student innovators can accomplish. Through new traditions such as these, our students will continue to explore the world, perhaps discover a new cure, and learn how to innovate and create solutions.u

Schools For Schools

SCHOOLS F

SCHOOLS

FROM ONE COMMUNITY TO ANOTHER

... it's almost time to ship the shipping-container school B Y H E AT H E R C H I S H O L M ' 2 0 , S C H O O L S F O R S C H O O L S P R O J E C T F O U N D E R

ver the winter, the Schools For Schools committee and a number of community partners were hard at work on fundraising as well as the initial phases of construction on our shipping container school. As a result, we have completed much of the metal work and painting and we're moving on to acquiring and installing doors, windows, insulation, and electrical over the next few weeks. We have had the wonderful opportunity to bring students from RNS to facilitate the painting process, and will be providing many more hands-on learning opportunities in the coming weeks. Meanwhile, in Dominica, the Kalinago community has been focused on prepping the site and foundation for the school and overseeing teacher training in anticipation of opening the doors to preschool and elementary students for the 2019 school year. As we work to make the school as great as possible, we are looking for your help. We will be running fundraisers including a school supplies and classroom-type furniture drop-off from 2-4 on Sunday, May 5th in the RNS arena parking lot and we will be raffling off a local art-piece at the upcoming RNS Art Show & Sale on Friday, May 10th and Saturday, May 11th. We are continuously looking for your support and help as we progress and we are very grateful for all who have helped make this project possible. If you would like to help, please contact heather.chisholm@rns.cc or call the school at 506-847-8224. To learn more about the project, go to www.rns.cc/schoolsforschools.

Special thanks go out to the following: Comeau MacKenzie Architecture, First Choice Ventilation, Fundy Engineering, Area 506, Port Saint John, MacDonald Applicators, Marr's Sweet Syrup, and many members of the RNS community. We are truly grateful for your support. u

Students on the Schools for Schools committee didn't mind getting their hands dirty painting the shipping container school.

Left, community partners have been instrumental in donating their time and expertise on the construction of the shipping container school.

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traditions @ Rothesay Netherwood that have stood ...

the TEST OF TIME

At RNS, it might seem like there are a lot of things that just 'are the way they are.' For example, every day at lunch, students "drag" the tables; every Christmas, we host a dinner for students before they leave for the holidays, house songs are sung; every year at Closing Ceremonies, our Grade 12 girls wear white dresses and yellow corsages. Rothesay Netherwood School is rooted in traditions. Many, like the ones mentioned, are long standing, while others have come and gone. I'm sure most would agree that it's a good thing students can no longer get a "smoking pass"! Just for fun, here are some RNS traditions that have stood the test of time ...

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While we no longer have a cadet program and the associated uniform, our #1 Dress is rooted in tradition. The boys wear grey slacks and a blue blazer adorned with a version of the original Rothesay Collegiate School crest. The material on the girls' uniform has changed, but the green tunic remains much the same as it did when it was introduced to Netherwood School in the 1920s. The crests on the tunics also still reflect the original three Netherwood houses of Stuart, Tudor, and Lancaster, with the addition of York, and the blazer sports the original Netherwood crest.

Prefectships:

Our uniforms today are very similar to those from the past. Above is the RCS Class of 1958, and left, a photo from Netherwood in the 1930s.

Prefectships were part of school life at both RCS and Netherwood. The prefectship program has evolved, but it remains an important element of the tradition of leadership at RNS.

White & Yellow:

Hairstyles have changed, but the tradition of wearing a white dress at Graduation remains as it did in this shot from 1925. THE HEAD â€™S LETTER

As a new group of Grade 12 girls graduates each year, you will notice them dressed in beautiful white outfits. This is a Netherwood graduation tradition. You might have also noted the yellow corsages that they wear. This isn't chosen at random. Netherwood colours were white and yellow and the hint of yellow in the corsage honours the original school colours.

Reunion Weekend: This year marks the 101st Reunion Weekend at RNS! Hundreds of alumni join us on the Hill annually to reconnect with classmates and celebrate lifelong friendships. The first Netherwood reunion actually dates even further back to 1913! At Reunion Weekend, we also recognize the 50-year classes with either a tie (for the RCS Old Boys) or a pin (for the Netherwood Old Girls).

Last year marked the 100th Reunion Weekend at RNS. It was extra special for the RCS and Netherwood Classes of 1968 as they celebrated their 50th anniversary.

Awards: During Closing Ceremonies and Award's Night, RNS recognizes many students who have excelled in Academics, Athletics, the Arts, Service, and more. The giving of awards is a long-standing tradition and many of the honours are named in memory of Old Boys and Old Girls, or have been given by alumni. The prizes and their donors live on.

Recognizing our students' achievements is an RNS tradition. Shown are the major prize winners from 2017-2018.

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Joan Ivory '49 isn't one to accept accolades. In fact, this 2015 Order of Canada recipient is the first person to say that it is she who has benefitted from her 58-plus years of philanthropy and volunteering, having met so many people and made so many friends along the way. In 2016, Mrs. Ivory was recognized as a Philanthropist of the Year by the Association of Fundraising Professionals for more than 30,000 hours of volunteer service. A graduate of McGill University in 1954, she has been actively involved with the McGill University Health Centre, the McGill University Health Centre Foundation, as well as McGill's Schulich School of Music. Mrs. Ivory has served with countless organizations including, but certainly not limited to, the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, the National Ballet of Canada, the Montreal Chest Hospital, the Royal Victoria Hospital, and, of course, Rothesay Netherwood School. For her dedication to RNS, Mrs. Ivory was recognized as a Founder in 2014. In her own words ... meet Joan Ivory '49

come from a public-spirited family background, which is probably why my parents chose to send me to Netherwood, following six older cousins. The motto was "Simplicity, Sincerity, Service," and it was ingrained in me, so since leaving school, apart from my family, volunteering in health, education, and the arts has provided me with a fascinating life and many friends.

time we graduated, we actually had developed quite a cultural appreciation without realizing it and it has stuck with all of us throughout our lives. One of the more memorable performances was by a Shakespearean actress, actually an Old Girl, who acted out Henry V, by leaping on a table as the King, then by kneeling on the floor below as his Army - up and down and up again! It was hard to hide our laughter!

Netherwood after the war was excellent academically, but had few sports or other activities. We had music, drama, and art created by ourselves, but we were included in the tours of almost every professional performance group or exhibition going around the Maritimes. By the

At the time, the school leaving exams were set by McGill University, and the most influential teacher I had was the Assistant Headmistress, Charlotte Foster, who taught History - 1630 to 1940. She was very demanding and we always achieved higher marks from McGill than from her. As

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In recognition for her many contributions to Rothesay Netherwood School, Joan (Fraser) Ivory '49 was recognized as a Founder in 2014. She is shown receiving her original Richard Flynn painting alongside then Head of School, Paul Kitchen.

so much of that history was British and European, and because she described the places so vividly, my love of travel began and I still prefer to visit places I first heard about from Miss Foster. Now that I'm older, I travel somewhat less, and mostly I stick to big cities, where I can enjoy the museums, concerts, and ballet, the same things I enjoy in Montreal. I have cut back my volunteering, but I still am on several boards and committees at the Hospital, the Museum, and at McGill. Right now, I'm spending more time and effort at McGill's Schulich School of Music than anywhere else, helping these wonderfully gifted musicians further their careers, like the Trio L'Express and the Milton String Quartet, both of which have performed at RNS as part of the Community Performance Series. I live a short distance from all these institutions, so when I'm needed, it's easy for me to get there. Otherwise, I enjoy being at home with my dog, Barnaby, a large, spoiled English Bulldog, around whom my life revolves. He and I hate walking, but luckily I have a large garden with lots of trees for him to play in and a McGill student living with us,

who looks after him when I'm away. The house is quite large and old, so there are always endless things that need to be done, but the telephone and emails make it easy to get help. I was widowed many years ago, but my son and daughter, both married with teenaged children, live in the area and I can lean on them if I'm desperate. When I do have the time, I read (the newspapers and mostly non-fiction biographies) while listening to music and watching carefully chosen TV. My social life is mainly seeing my friends casually at lunch or at early organizational fundraising receptions, not seated dinners, as many "elderly" no longer drive after dark. I have had (and am still having) a wonderful life, and I can't really pick any highlights, except the obvious ones like meeting my husband, getting married, and having my children, etc. Early on in life, I suppose Graduation Day from Netherwood might have qualified, but so much has happened since. Certainly getting the Order of Canada in 2015 was a highlight, but meeting the Queen Mother (at the time, the Queen) at a Buckingham Palace Garden Party in 1951 certainly was memorable. But while it's impossible for me to pick any

one thing, it reminds me how privileged my life has been, as has been the life of anyone who has attended RNS. Whichever way you look at it, we all are part of a tiny tip of the pyramid of mankind. While we may not be the 1 per cent, we certainly aren't much below it, and it is up to us to help create a better balance. Living in Montreal, I know that I'm a member of a minority group, but if you think about it, so is everyone else in this country, English to French in Quebec, French to English across Canada, and Canada to the USA in North America. I think this helps with considering another point of view, because we've put ourselves in someone else's shoes - and we should always respect those who appear to be less fortunate than ourselves lest our fortunes change! I have no words to live by nor advice to give, except perhaps, to get on with doing something, to try to make the world a better place. Remember, "Talk is Cheap." No matter how small the task, or how insignificant the idea, instead of endlessly talking about it, just do something! All of those little things, when massed together, can turn into something more important. And each one of us should try to help make change for the better. u SPRING â€™19

TOM WELLNER ’83 Q: Tell me about your profession? Your passion? A: I guess I have evolved into becoming a “hired gun CEO.” I have now been CEO for a large Corporate entity, (Lilly Germany); a re-start Private Equity play, (Therapure Biopharma); run a large public company, (CML Healthcare now Life Labs) and for the past 5 years I have been running a large privately held pension-fund owned seniors living company called Revera. Revera Living Inc. is a leading global owner, operator, and developer in the senior living sector that creates “more living” for its 55,000 residents in over 500 properties across Canada, the US, and the UK. This is a very interesting space to be involved in because of the demographics, along with the social good we are doing to provide a more positive aging experience to many of our customers and families. I like the balance between leading a socially conscious business and the creation of value for our shareholder(s). 40

Q: Describe a typical day in your life. A: A normal day will have a series of review and approval meetings such as our Investment Approvals meeting where we review potential property acquisitions, re-developments, and new development projects for our directly managed development program, along with our partnered projects across Canada, the US, and the UK. Meeting with developers and municipal planners is also part of the agenda. I usually meet with our leadership team, several of our support office management, and I will try to get out to our various retirement sites and visit with our Executive Directors, their teams, and some of our residents. Developing our people is a key passion for me, personally, as our business is a people-serving-people business. I also spend a fair bit of time with our investment partners, which usually involves some form of quarterly meetings and visits. I also often need to spend time with the provincial regulators and the ministries of health in the various jurisdictions within which we operate.

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ny. We are also the only senior living company to have a Chief Elder Officer (Hazel McCallion who is an icon at 98 is our other CEO). We also have an Innovation investment platform which allows us to invest in early stage entrepreneurial businesses that are focused on the aging process, which for me is very engaging and exciting. It is a small venture fund within our own balance sheet. I have found this journey to be very satisfying.

Tom Wellner '83 is President and CEO of Revera Living Inc., a leading owner, operator and investor in the senior living sector. He has worked with a number of strategic partners in Canada, the US, and the UK to grow Revera’s portfolio to more than 500 properties internationally. Obviously, all this does not happen in one day, but it gives you a flavour of the variety of activities that take up my time. I do spend a lot of time on an airplane. Q: What are the highlights of your career? A: I have been blessed to have had an opportunity to work abroad in a variety of capacities early on in my career, which all have been unique experiences, but I must say that re-positioning Revera and building our current business into a series of investment management platforms to enable investment into the aging demographic space has certainly been a highlight. When I started five years ago, we had a collection of assets across Canada and the US, so we needed to do some divestment and repositioning to get to where we are now with our investment platforms. This has been a dynamic period of change for the compa-

Q: What impact did your years at RNS have on your career? Personal life? A: I grew up on PEI and left to board at RNS when I was 13. This is a seminal time in anyone’s life. For me, leaving the little jewel in the shining sea to come to the mainland to experience life on the Hill was both exciting and terrifying. I was an introvert and basically for the first eight weeks I studied and got full marks for most things. I then started to get more involved in school life, the soccer team, the hockey team, music, and I also met some of my lifelong friends during that period of adjustment. I also had the opportunity to meet some very special people and observe their character. One was Mr. Reg Sinclair, who was a very successful sportsman but also a very successful business leader. He was always calm, cool, and collected. He was a role model for many of us who had the pleasure of spending time with him. Q: What are your favourite RNS memories? A: In our final year, we won the Provincial AA Soccer Championships. We also won the A Provincial Hockey Championships, and even though we were undefeated on the Rubgy pitch through the season, we lost the provincial title to Saint John High School by a single try. There are many fond memories during the various matches as well as life learnings. Hosting Prince Charles and Lady Dianna to their tour of the RNS Campus in 1983 was a highlight, as the day was quite special and I had the pleasure of getting them to sign the town registry on behalf of the school and the Town of Rothesay. In Grade 11, we had an exchange teacher from

the UK and this was an excellent time for music and the inculcation of British rock into life at RNS. Between this, and the time I spent with John Allore '82 running though our vinyl collections learning about the Clash, David Bowie, Elvis Costello, the Kinks, XTC; English Beat, the Police and the like, were magical moments. There are many memories of the flow of campus life from morning wakeup, to parade, to the dining hall, to Chapel, through classes and into activities in the afternoon, study, and then off to bed. The structure of campus life is something that has stuck with me and certainly provided me with discipline and focus. Q: Is there any one teacher at RNS who helped to shape who you have become? Tell me about her/him. A: Certainly, there are many, but if I had to pick just one it would be Doc Savege. What is remarkable about him is that he instilled a thirst for learning and exploration. His passion for teaching and the way he approached the teaching of our History lessons was unique and engaging. I still remember the class in Grade 10 where he spent 45 mins with a piece of chalk drawing a line and talking about the history of time and ended up highlighting that our time on the planet was minuscule and basically comprises the 59th minute of the end of the 24-hour clock. Very engaging and impactful for someone who generally prefers practical binary subjects. Rev. Canon Jim Golding '56 is another who just had a knack for balancing a view of spiritu-

Tom Wellner '83 shown with 98-year-old Hazel McCallion, former mayor of Mississagua, ON, who is the Chief Elder Officer at Revera Living Inc. As Chief Elder Officer, Ms. McCallion provides advice and counsel to Revera in support of fulfilling the company’s vision to celebrate the ageless spirit of people through service and innovation.

ality with practicality and who was able to make connections with you in a way that was providing advice and support when you might not know you needed it. Q: In June, another group of RNS students will graduate. What advice can you give them? A: Have the courage to follow your dreams and aspirations, because if you don’t, you’ll always

regret never having tried. Life is about balancing courage and regret. Think about the times when you just needed the courage to step forward and try something, even though you might not feel ready or prepared. Life is also about preparation and opportunity, so control what you can as you never know when opportunity may present itself. Q: What is your mantra? Words to live by? A: Keep calm and carry on. u

This is a very interesting space to be involved in because of the demographics, along with the social good we are doing to provide a more positive aging experience to many of our customers and families. I like the balance between leading a socially conscious business and the creation of value for our shareholder(s).

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PLANNING our FUTURE the 2020-2025 Strategic Plan

n the Fall edition of the Head’s Letter we introduced the process we have been undertaking to develop a new Strategic Plan for Rothesay Netherwood School. At that time, we were just concluding Phase 1 of the process. As we moved to Phase 2 over the past several months, we have continued to engage our community in a conversation about what makes us special and competitive and where we need to focus our efforts in the future.

This input, together with an evaluation of our current state and the larger environment in which we operate, provided the context for several important workshops involving the Strategic Plan Steering Committee, RNS Leadership team, Staff and Faculty. The outcome of these sessions has resulted in updated versions of our Vision, Mission, and Values. Our key objectives for the next several years were also identified. A number of proposed Strategies and Implementation Plans have been developed to support four important areas: Our Program, our People, our Place and our commitment to strengthening and sustaining our institution. Strategies that we are exploring include: the addition of Signature Programs to attract new students and enhance our competitive advantage in areas such as the Arts and Entrepreneurship; the implemention of a long-term Campus Master Plan to enrich the look and feel of our campus; growing our enrolment over the next five years to more than 300 students. These are just a few opportunities that will ensure that RNS continues to take measured strides towards becoming one of the best independent schools in Canada. While we need to evolve with the times, we also recognize the importance of celebrating our long history and the traditions of our school that have served us well for over 140 years. 42

We are committed to involving our community in this planning process. Just recently, we met with students in our Senior School to review our proposed Vision, Mission, and Values, as well as the full complement of strategies being explored. The meeting went extremely well and our students are excited about the opportunities ahead. We look forward to sharing the new Strategic Plan with you later this year. In the meantime, a survey will soon be sent out electronically to members of the RNS community. Your feedback is important to us and we encourage anyone who receives the survey to please take the time to complete it and share your thoughts. u

Where we are in the process ... Phase 1: Strategic Assessment Start-up & Engage the RNS Community

Phase 2: Strategic Direction Set a Course & Develop Strategies

Phase 3: Strategy Refinement & Launch

May to November 2018

December 2018 to May 2019

June to November 2019

 Alumni Focus groups  Parent surveys, interviews, & focus groups  Staff & Faculty workshops  Internal & External review

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Visioning Retreat Leadership Team Strategy workshops Staff & Faculty Strategy workshops Student presentation Board Review - May

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Alumni, Parents, Grandparents, Friends ... You are our best source of student referrals! If you know of a student who would flourish at RNS, please let us know. We truly appreciate the recommendations you make to your family and friends!

The Admission Office at RNS is open, Monday through Friday, 8:30am -5pm and may be reached all summer long at 506.847.8224 or admission@rns.cc.

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101st Annual

Reunion Weekend 2019

To register, visit rns.cc/reunion to submit the online form, or complete this form and return it to the school. You may also call the Alumni Office at 506.848.0869.

June 14, 15 & 16

Reunion Weekend 2019 Registration Form NAME

CLASS OF

FIRST, MAIDEN, LAST

NAME OF GUEST(S) ADDRESS CITY

PROVINCE

HOME PHONE

POSTAL CODE MOBILE

To receive the early bird prices listed below, please register by June 1, 2019. Registrations received after this date will be subject to a $10 price increase for each event.

Young Alumni Weekend Rate!

Friday, June 14th 6:00 pm | Welcome Back Pub Night #Attending:

For Young Alumni: Classes 2009 to 2018

$50.00 for all weekend events (Classes 2009 to 2018)

x $25.00 =

Please check which events you will attend. See individual pricing below, if not attending all events. Please note: The YA rate does not apply to guests. Please sign up guests in the lefthand column.

Saturday, June 15th 1:00 pm | Lunch #Attending: 4:00 pm | Head’s Reception - 4’s & 9’s & Guests, & Golden Alumni #Attending:

Individual Events: Friday, June 14th 6:00 pm | Welcome Back Pub Night x $20.00 Saturday, June 15th 1:00 pm | Lunch

6:00 pm | Reunion Dinner (honouring our 2019 Founders) & Dance

4:00 pm | Head’s Reception - 4’s & 9’s & Guests

#Attending: x $40.00 = There is assigned seating for this event and space is limited.

There is assigned seating for this event and space is limited.

Sunday, June 16th

12:00 pm | Farewell Brunch #Attending:

6:00 pm | Reunion Dinner (honouring our 2019 Founders) & Dance x $20.00

12:00 pm | Farewell Brunch x $20.00

x $35.00 =

I also wish to make a donation to RNS for $ Weekend Total = My guest(s) and/or I have a food allergy or a special dietary restriction. Please email alumni@rns.cc or call 506.848.0869 with details.

Method of Payment Pay at the door Cheque - Please make cheques payable to Rothesay Netherwood School (Attn: Reunion) and mail to 40 College Hill Rd, Rothesay, NB, E2E 5H1

Visa

MasterCard

AMEX

DISCOVER

Name on Card Card Number Expiry Date

CVV:

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If you have any questions, please contact Cynthia or Judy in the Alumni Office at alumni@rns.cc or call 506.848.0869 or 506.848.0879.

101st Annual

Reunion Weekend 2019 Friday, June 14th

Schedule of Events

9am to 3pm

Alumni Registration & Drop-in Centre | ALUMNI ROOM, COLLEGIATE HALL Tours available, archival materials on display, coffee, tea & refreshments.

1pm to 3pm

142nd Closing Ceremonies | SCHOOL HOUSE LAWN All Alumni are welcome to attend graduation!

6pm to 9pm

Welcome Back Pub Night | RIVERSIDE GOLF CLUB All Alumni are welcome. Join us for pub fare and fun overlooking the river.

The Reunion Weekend 2019 Schedule of Events is posted on the school website at www.rns/reunion. The schedule will be updated regularly. For all other details, please contact the Alumni Office at 506.848.0869 or email at alumni@rns.cc

Saturday, June 15th 9am

Semi-Annual General Meeting for the RNS Board of Directors and School Governors.

10am to 3pm

Alumni Registration & Drop-in Centre | ALUMNI ROOM, COLLEGIATE HALL Tours available, archival materials on display, coffee, tea & refreshments.

10:30am to 12pm

Walking Tour Join us for guided tours of the RNS campus, to Spy Glass Hill, or to the Rothesay Common. Tours begin 10:30 am at School House.

12:30pm

Alumni Chapel Service | RNS MEMORIAL CHAPEL A special presentation will be made to members of the Class of 1969 in honour of their 50th Reunion. All welcome!

1 to 1:45pm

Lunch Join Head of School, Paul McLellan, and the Directors & Governors for a light lunch in Heritage Hall.

1 to 3pm

Casual Afternoon ~ Campus Store Open! Stroll the campus, check out a student art exhibit, watch the year-end video, explore the Innovation Studio, read in the library, hike to the dam, play a game of tennis, catch up with classmates, visit the campus store (located in School House).

4 to 5:30pm

Head’s Reception | KITCHEN HOUSE (15 College Hill Road) Alumni of all class years ending in a ‘4 or a ’9 and guests, as well as all Golden Alumni, are invited to attend. Please note: Official Class Reunion Photos will be taken. Photos begin at 4:15 pm, starting with the most senior classes.

6pm

Reunion Dinner honouring our 2019 Founders | HERITAGE HALL Welcome Reception at 6pm; Dinner at 6:30pm. (There is assigned seating for the event. Space is limited.)

8:30 to 11pm

Reunion Dance | HERITAGE HALL All Alumni welcome! Cash Bar and late-night snacks. Dance this fun night away to the sounds of local band, Radio Factory!

9:30 to 11pm

Bonfire | FIRE PIT OUTSIDE SOUTH HOUSE (weather permitting) Relax with classmates by a crackling fire. Guitars welcome!

Sunday, June 16th 10am to 11am

Alumni Registration & Drop-in Centre | ALUMNI ROOM, COLLEGIATE HALL The coffee pot will be on and archival materials on display.

11am

Alumni Chapel Service | NETHERWOOD CHAPEL | All Alumni welcome!

12pm to 2pm

Farewell Brunch | HERITAGE HALL Enjoy a gourmet RNS brunch with your classmates before bidding them farewell.

RNS Campus Renaissance

Pay it forward ... for Future Generations B Y R O B B E A T T Y, D I R E C T O R O F D E V E L O P M E N T

he generosity of alumni, parents, and friends has developed Rothesay Netherwood School into one of the best schools you will find anywhere. The beautiful 125-acre campus overlooking the Kennebecasis River has seen significant change and advancement all the while retaining the character and sense of community that was established in the previous century. The addition of the Irving Gymnasium, Heritage Hall, Collegiate Hall, Kirk House, Netherwood House, and the Roslyn Isobel Stollery Fitness Centre have provided modern spaces, while maintaining and enhancing the â€˜look and feelâ€™ of the campus to complement facilities built decades before. A challenge for many schools is not only to build new facilities, but to maintain a healthy infrastructure for generations to come, including older campus buildings. RNS also faces this challenge.

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Over the course of the past few years, RNS has made the critical maintenance of our buildings and campus a priority, committing more than $500,000 annually. In order to continue to provide students with the best education possible, RNS must maintain and enhance our facilities to meet the challenges of our ever-changing world. To do this, RNS has developed Campus Renaissance, an initiative that will enhance and revitalize our heritage buildings. Thanks to the support of the RNS community, this past year saw an additional $400,000 invested in upgrades to the bathrooms throughout campus as well as renovations to the Memorial Chapel, including the installation of a new heating system which was thoroughly appreciated this winter. This investment, as part of Campus Renaissance, was on top of the nearly $500,000 that is spent annually on infrastructure maintenance. Student residences are

The addition of the Irving Gymnasium, Heritage Hall, Collegiate Hall, Kirk House, Netherwood House, and the Roslyn Isobel Stollery Fitness Centre have provided modern spaces, while maintaining and enhancing the ‘look and feel’ of the campus to complement facilities built decades before.

the next area of focus in the Campus Renaissance initiative. For many of our students, a unique part of the RNS experience is the boarding opportunity. They are given the chance to live with other students from around the world, make new friends, and develop lifelong relationships. Many reflect back on the boarding experience as having had a tremendous impact on shaping their character. RNS plans to update living spaces, upgrade bathrooms, and create functioning common areas in our residences so that current students can have access to modern facilities. These upgrades to our residences are critical to the long-term success of the school. To complete this second phase of Campus Renaissance, RNS is striving to raise more than $300,000.

Over its 141 years, RNS has received a number of extraordinary gifts and has benefitted from the financial support and engagement of the RNS community. This commitment has been critical in developing our campus and infrastructure. As part of Campus Renaissance, we are reaching out to the RNS community and asking you to participate and help us by “paying it forward” for future generations. By revitalizing our heritage buildings, which have been inherited from earlier times in our school's history, the RNS campus will be second to none. For more information on Campus Renaissance, please contact me in the RNS Development Office at 506-848-1731. u

Rob Beatty

This past year saw an additional $400,000 invested in renovations to Memorial Chapel, including the installation of a new heating system, as well as upgrades to the bathrooms throughout the campus. Student residences are the next priority, with a focus on updated living spaces, bathrooms, and common areas. SPRING ’19

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Here are some oldies, but goodies from the archives! Do you remember marching with the RCS Cadets? Did you hit the stage with fellow RCS cast members? We always love to hear your stories. To share your RCS memories with us, email alumni@rns.cc or give Jennifer a call at (506) 848-9206.

Do you have details about this RCS photo from the Top of the Hill Archives? Please share your stories with us!

And check out this extra special shot from the 1928 RCS production of The Charm School! What a treasure!

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CAN WE COUNT ON YOUR SUPPORT THIS YEAR?

Last year 836 donors made a donation to RNS. Support from alumni, parents, grandparents, faculty and staff, board members, governors, and friends of the school is crucial to the mission of Rothesay Netherwood School. While tuition is directed to basic operational expenses (teacher salaries, utilities, meals, etc.), our school relies on the generosity of our donors to provide enhanced programs and opportunities for our students. Our hope is that each family that has been helped by Rothesay Netherwood School will in turn assist us to touch the lives of current and future students.

WAYS TO GIVE Cash, cheque or credit card; stocks or securities; matching gifts from employers; or Aeroplan Miles HOW TO GIVE Donate Securely Online: Visit www.rns.cc/donate DONATE BY PHONE: Call Nic Carhart in the Development & Alumni Affairs Office at 506-848-0861. DONATE BY MAIL: Mail your cheque (payable to Rothesay Netherwood School) in the reply envelope included in your Headâ€™s Letter.

All donors will receive a receipt for income tax purposes in Canada or the USA. To be included in the 2018-2019 Donor Listing, donations must be received before June 30, 2019.

Thank you for your generosity and support! | Visit us at www.rns.cc

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GATHERINGS GRANDPARENTS AND GRAND FRIENDS DAY

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Grandparents and Grand Friends Day has become a favourite tradition at RNS. The event was held on Friday, October 19, 2018 and drew a crowd of more than 128 grands, one coming from as far away as Dubai, UAE. 1. Judith Streeter joined her granddaughter Anna '20. 2. Kiarash '19 and Roxana '22 Yadollahi had a visit from their grandmother, Shahla Mahdavi, who travelled from Dubai in the United Arab Emirates to be with them. They were also joined by their mother, Roshanak Banuazizi. 3. Jacqueline and Derek Oland '57 enjoyed Grandparents Day with their grandsons, James '22 and Alec '20. 4. The Grands filled the theatre where they enjoyed a variety show performed by many of our talented RNS students. 5. Sedona Brett '20 and cousins Julia '21 and Kira '22 Hanson enjoyed having three grandparents on hand - grandmother, Linda Brett, grandmother, Lynn Brett, and grandfather, Lorne Brett. 6. Myah Hassan '25 was joined by her grandmother, Carol Ann Mercier. 7. The Eustace sisters, Laura '23 and Olivia '20, were accompanied by their grandparents, Shirley and Noel Eustace.

8. The Wilbur sisters, Claire '21 and Ellen '25, had the pleasure of a visit with their grandparents, Robert and Margaret Pennington. 9. Graduating this spring, Charles Beaton '19 enjoyed his final RNS Grandparents Day with his grands, Bill and Mary Douglas. 10. Clyde Martin, grandfather of Alex '20 and Andrew '19, crossed the border, travelling from Maryland to spend the day with his grandsons. 11. Lauren Fisher '22 was very fortunate to have both sets of grandparents on hand for the day. She was joined by Brian and Ruth Glenn and Brenda and Jim Fisher.

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GATHERINGS TOP OF THE HILL ~ DINNER & AUCTION Heritage Hall was home to a giant Maritime Kitchen Party as more than 425 guests attended this year's Top of the Hill - Dinner & Auction with host James Mullinger. It was another tremendously successful event with more than $60,000 raised. As always, it was an evening of fun, friendship, and so much generosity. 1. Faculty member Vera Turnbull '75 and Associate Faculty, Sarah Peters and Sally Peters, sell 50/50 tickets. 2. Among the guests were Andrew Nice and Karin Fraser, pictured far right, (parents of Anika '21 and Ainsley '23), and Rebecca McCullogh, centre (parent of Kayla '23 and past RNS staff).

3. RNS parent Jing Zhao (Andrea Chai '20), Wangshu Xue, and Xin Xin. 4. The evening was hosted by popular comedian James Mullinger. 5. Lynn and Gerry McMackin '65 (parents of Holly '97, Andrew '00, and Laura '03) with New Brunswick Premier, Blaine Higgs. 6. A book club, made up of Sarah MacKinnon (parent of Fiona '25), Jennifer Limongelli (parent of Adam '21 and Kate '24), Linda Lord (parent of Andrew Dalglish '20), Stephanie (Kitchen) Armstrong '96 (parent of James '25), Chantal MacPhee (parent of Emma Saucy '21), and Jennifer Young (parent of Victor '25), was the successful bidder on a trip to the Bahamas! 7. RNS parents Hiren and Maria Prabhakar (Ammar '20) and RNS parent Roshanak Banuazizi (Kiarash '19 and Roxana '22). 8. Elizabeth Kitchen (alumni parent, grandparent, and past RNS staff), RNS parent Jennifer Limongelli (Adam '21 and Kate '24), and RNS parent Wanda Flemming (Erin '19 and Laura '23).

9. Heather Crosby, Karen Clark, Brittany (Halpin) Kitchen '04, Chelsey Thompson, and Jessica Reid '04. 10. Sandy Bonnycastle and Amy McCracken (parent of David '96 and Kathryn '99) catch up during the cocktail hour. 11. Kent Grass '81, Stacey Hope, RNS Director and parent Mary (McCain) Turnbull '82 (Graham '17, William '18, and Adrienne '20), and RNS Director and parent Val Streeter '85 (Brooke '18 and Anna '20). 12. Alumni parents Marcus and Jennifer Goddard (Lauren '07, Charlotte '09, and Spencer '15) return to the Hill to support the school.

13. Alumna Christy (Snodgrass) Bourque '87 and husband, Toby, enjoy a drink while taking in the auction items on display. 14. RNS Faculty Jamie Gray and wife Emily O'Regan (parents of Bailey O'Regan '16) enjoyed an evening in support of RNS. SPRING â€™19 |

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GATHERINGS FREDERICTON DINNER | ALUMNI HOCKEY GAME | MONTREAL YOUNG ALUMNI DINNER 1. Victoria Peterson '15 and Caitlin McCabe '15 were among many Young Alumni out to the Fredericton Dinner, held on November 29 at the Crowne Plaza Fredericton - Lord Beaverbrook. 2. Grads from the Class of 2018, Martha Pitre and Catherine Boissonnault were on hand, along with Elizabeth Boissonnault '16.

3. Alumni parents, Colleen and Philip Gilks (Allie '06) mingled with current parents, Bob Kiely, second from left, and Kathleen Kiely, far right, (Dekker '19). 4. Young Alumni Kathleen Chisholm '16, Spierings Verhoeven '18 and Morgan Wirtanen Blackadar '16 enjoyed catching up. 5. The Fredericton Dinner drew a large group of RNS alumni, parents, and friends. 6. Judy Clendening, Hilary Drain '74 (RNS Governor) and Nora Valentino '82. 7. Head of School, Paul McLellan, with Boyd Ritchie '51, longtime Fredericton Dinner volunteer and organizer. 8. Alumni Parents Brad and Collette Wasson (Jérémy '16) with Janet Blackadar '82 (Chair of the RNS Board, parent of Morgan '16), Janet Thompson (RNS Governor and parent of Will '15) and Geoff Thompson. 9. The Alumni Hockey Game at RNS had all kinds of alumn lacing up their skates and hitting the ice at the Dr. C.H. Bonnycastle Memorial Arena on March 9, 2019. 10. The Montreal McGill Young Alumni Dinner brought (from left to right) Luna Hwang '15, Julie Yoon '12, Joan (Fraser) Ivory '49, Julie Oh '11, Jeffery Zhang '16, Andy Huang '15 and George Qiao '17 out to L'Academie Restaurant for an evening of friendship and conversation.

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1980’s

Richard and Sandra (Keirstead) Thorne '62 have been keeping busy over the past year as they have been working at creating the educational curriculum for a new independent school being built in Nova Scotia - the new North American campus of Gordonstoun School. Gordonstoun, the original school in Scotland, is famed for being the birthplace of the Round Square organization. The new school will be located in the Annapolis Valley region of Nova Scotia. Richard and Sandi have been merging the Gordonstoun curriculum with the International Baccalaureate Organization and that of the Province of Nova Scotia.

Colin MacDougall '80 taught his last class in June. He and wife, Jenny, are now enjoying the retired life.

1970’s Guy Mersereau '71 retired as President of Vallen Canada, a safety and tools distributor, in February. He has since found a new challenge as Director of Communications & Business Relations for Stream-Flo Group of Companies, manufacturer of wellheads, chokes and valves based in Edmonton, AB. Guy and his wife, Donna, recently celebrated 43 years married in August and reported that they have two married daughters and three grandkids. Peter Nee '77 and his business partners recently celebrated the second anniversary of the founding of Wellesley Private Advisors, an independent private investment management firm and family office located outside of Boston. Peter is living at Estmere Cottage in Falmouth, MA on Cape Cod and is always happy to hear from Old Girls and Old Boys, especially if they plan to visit Boston or Cape Cod!

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Saint John’s professional basketball team, the Saint John Riptide of the National Basketball League of Canada is under new leadership. Kelly Patterson '79 is the organization’s President, Mary (McCain) Turnbull '82 is Vice President and their colleague Jennifer Irvin is Secretary/Treasurer and CEO. They have been informed that this is the first all female executive of any professional sports team in history.

1990’s Geoff Hamilton '97 moved back to Rothesay from Myanmar, where he had been running a risk management company for the past few years. In the span of four busy months last summer he sold the company, moved to Canada and had a baby. His wife Seng and their lovely new daughter Maira are commuting between Rothesay and Halifax, where he's now working as CEO of Commissionaires Nova Scotia. Holly (McMackin) Owens '97 and Jeff Owens '98 welcomed their third child, a baby girl named Tessa Carolyn Owens, December 27, 2018. Tessa is a new granddaughter for Bob and Carol Owens and

Lynn and Gerry McMackin '65; she is a niece for Jon Owens '02, Natalie Owens '03, Andrew McMackin '00 and Laura McMackin '03.

2000’s Ian Edwards '00 and his wife, Amanda Fice, welcomed their second child, Violet Reid Edwards on September 18, 2018 in Ajax, On. Violet is a new sister for Abby, granddaughter for Michael and Douglas (Reid) Edwards '71, and a niece for Andrew '01 and Charlotte '04 Edwards. Jillian Lund '02 and her husband, Troy, welcomed their second child, Chloe Leigh Wilkie, on August 4, 2018 in Las Vegas, NV. Chloe weighed 8 lbs even and was 19 inches long. Big brother, Max adores his new sister!

experience in the hospitality industry to light in this new space. Drop by and say hello but stay for a cup of coffee and lunch! After completing her MBA in 2017, Elizabeth Freele '05 moved to Vancouver, BC where she began working with Teck Resources in its Social Responsibility department. She’s enjoying life in Vancouver and reconnecting with RNS’ers on the west coast.

Natalie Owens '03, husband Ron and big sister Georgia welcomed Wellington (Wells) Robert Lovett into their family on November 5, 2018 in Halifax, NS. Wells weighed 7.2 lbs and has been a dream baby to date. Wells is a grandson for Bob and Carol Owens and nephew to Jeff '98 and Holly (McMackin) '98 Owens, and Jon Owens '02. Jeff Kitchen '03 and Brittany (Halpin) Kitchen '04 have opened their new office at the corner of Hampton Road and Grove Avenue in Rothesay. They completely renovated an existing heritage property to house the offices of their construction and real estate businesses, Vantage Build and Jeff Kitchen Real Estate, as well as opened Garden Grove Café in the same building. Be sure to drop in for a coffee and say hello next time you are in Rothesay!

After finishing his law degree in The Hague, Netherlands and then his Masters in Sports Law in Madrid, Spain, Jide Ojuawo '09 moved to Toronto in September of last year. Since then, he has taken the position of Executive Director of the Canadian National Female Soccer Team.

Mitch Henderson '05 and his partner, Missy Currie, welcomed their first child, Adelynn Mary on July 16, 2018 in Saint John, NB. Adelynn is a niece for proud Aunt Lauren Henderson '08. Mitch and Missy have recently relocated to Halifax where Mitch continues to work with Irving Oil. Kate Mallin '05 has taken her love for the taste of good beer to a whole new level. She has gone into business with her cousin, Luke MacGregor, to create Matchstick Brewing Company, a small micro-brewery based out of Hampton, NB. Sales have started to pick up in southern New Brunswick from Sussex to Saint John and will expand as the brewery does. Look for them in New Brunswick liquor stores as well as on on Facebook and Instagram - Matchstick Beer Factory. Kate continues to work and live in Halifax.

David Hamilton '04 is living in Geneva, Switzerland where he works at the World Trade Organization as an Economist. He was been working with digital technology and small and medium sized enterprises with the aspiration of making global commerce more inclusive. Melissa McCartney '04 is living and working in Orlando, Florida. She is married and owns and operates a graphic design business. Jessica Reid '04 can be found running Garden Grove Café at the corner of Hampton Road and Grove Avenue in Rothesay. Working with Jeff '03 and Brittany '04 Kitchen, she manages the new café and brings her many years of

June 29, 2018 in Sweden. Ester is a niece for Matthieu Poirier '04.

Ashlyn Somers '09 has been coaching minor hockey in PEI for four years, following her university career playing at Mount Allison. Last year, she coached Midget AAA girls (her little sister Kyara was part of this team.) This past fall, she was asked and jumped at the chance to be an Assistant Coach for the UPEI Women’s Hockey team. When she is not on the ice, Ashlyn works in marketing and sales for Stingray Radio (former Newcap Radio) in Charlottetown. She is very thankful to continue to be a part of the sport she loves and to be able to coach at this level so early in her career. “RNS has and will continue to be a huge part of my life journey and one that I am truly grateful for”.

2010’s Jeremie Poirier '06 and wife, Anna, welcomed their first child, a baby girl named Ester on

Kevin Lovett '11 married Gezela Marie Mayuga on August 19, 2018. The couple resides in Toronto.

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Kahlan Gibson '13 continues her studies toward her Masters in Computer Architecture at the University of British Columbia. She is currently working on quantum computing at Microsoft and travelling the world to attend a number of technical conferences in Osaka, Japan and in Silicon Valley in California. Mitchell Vanderlaan '13 attends Cornell University in Ithaca, NY where he is Captain of the Men’s Big Red Hockey team. This year he helped to lead his team to the semi-finals of the NCAA National Hockey Championships. Since, he has signed with the Utica Comets of the American Hockey League (AHL) the junior team of the NHL’s Vancouver Canucks.

Games in Krasnoyarsk, Siberia, Russia this past winter. She spent two weeks abroad playing hockey in March of which she says, “it was an incredible experience to wear a Team USA jersey and represent the country playing against some of the best university players in the world.” Vanessa attends Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia and plays for the women’s hockey team.

of the 2019 BioSteel All Canadian Basketball team, ranking him as one of the top 24 male high school basketball players in the country. He was also selected to take part in the 2019 Signature All-Canadian Showcase.

Katherine Chisholm '18 will spend her second year of university on exchange from Mount Allison University studying in Japan. Her first term will be spent at Kwansei Gakuin University (KGU) in Osaka, and the second term at Waseda University in Tokyo.

Maks Bukovec '21 competed for his country of Slovenia at the U18 International Ice Hockey Federation World Hockey Championships in Hungary in April.

Current Students

Alexandra “Alex” Spinney '15 married Donovan MacLeod on December 29, 2018 in Charlottetown, PEI. Standing up with Alex as bridesmaids was older sister, Izzy Spinney '14 and RNS classmate, Lauren Kolyvas '15. Vanessa Demerchant '16 was selected to represent Team USA at the World University

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Kellen Tynes '20 was chosen as a member

Twenty RNS students were selected to compete in the 2019 Canada Games held this past February in Red Deer Alberta: Kyla Bent '20 (Hockey), Brad Blake '21 (Hockey), Katie Cameron '20 (Hockey), Catriona Cormier '19 (Hockey), Jenna Dooley '19 (Hockey), Olivia Eustace '20 (Hockey), Melissa Fong '22 (Figure Skating), Ashlyn Garnett '21 (Hockey), Patrick Hurley '21 (Hockey), Harrison James '21 (Hockey), Emily Kay '22 (Short Track Speed Skating), Heidi Lauwerijssen '20 (Hockey), Jon Magee '21 (Alpine Skiing), Shaylin McFarlane '19 (Hockey), Kaleigh Robertson '20 (Hockey), Arianne Roy '20 (Hockey), Tiah Scichilone '19 (Hockey), Anna Streeter (Synchronized Swimming), Mal Thornhill '21 (Hockey), and Izzy Weist '19 (Hockey).

Faculty & Staff

RNS Athletics Director, Kayla Blackmore, was chosen as the Head Coach for the New Brunswick Women's Hockey team that competed in the Canada Games this past February in Red Deer, AB.

Catharines, ON where Aaron will be working at Ridley College.

Aaron Lee and Cara (Climpson) Lee, past RNS faculty, have been living abroad and teaching in Doha, Qatar since September 2017. The couple welcomed their first child, Addison Pearl, on January 24, 2019 in Doha. The Lee Family will be moving home to Canada this summer as they start their next chapter in St.

RNS receptionist Nancy Titus and her husband, Randy, welcomed their first grandchild. William Paul Henry Titus was born on February 28 in Saint John to Craig and Angie Titus.

Save the date... Saturday, June 1st, 2019

6pm at Heritage Hall Funds raised support the Gr.12 Class Gift to RNS

Tickets $55 each $400 table of 8 Choice of lobster or prime rib! 506-848-0861 nic.carhart@rns.cc

Gr. 12 Lobster Dinner!

Thanks for your support!

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archives Check out these great shots from the Top of the Hill Archives! Do you remember performing these exercises on the Netherwood lawns? And what were these Netherwood students up to in this shot from 1963? We love to hear your stories! To share your tales with us, contact Jennifer at alumni@rns.cc or (506) 848-9206.

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Passings Joan (Shaw) Kent '39 died peacefully on December 25, 2018 in England. She is survived by her son, Graham and daughter-in-law, Michelle and predeceased by her husband and son Peter.

Ada “Kay” (Harmer) Clarke '48 passed away on April 10, 2018 in Moncton, NB. She is survived by her three children, five grandchildren, and six greatgrandchildren.

Frederick Murray '41 passed away peacefully, on Wednesday December 26, 2018 at the age of 96. He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Dorothea (Claridge) Murray '42, his two children, seven grandchildren, and three great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his two sisters and by his brother-inlaw, John Claridge '44.

Beth (Newell) Hall '49 passed away peacefully with her family by her side in Orillia, ON on February 11, 2019. Predeceased by her husband, Cameron, by her sister Janet (Newall) (Short) Kinsella '56. Beth is survived by her niece, Margot (Short) Petrie '84, and by her nephew, Tom Short '81.

Sally (Pitfield) Moore '44 passed away peacefully on October 12, 2018 in Lymington, England at the age of 90. She is survived by her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren; her sister, Susan (Pitfield) Clarkson '52; and by her brother and sister-in-law, Ward and Diana (Sutherland) Pitfield '48. She was predeceased by her sister, Mary Grace (Pitfield) Elcock '40 and her parents, Grace and Ward Pitfield '10. Nancy (Pearson) Holmes '45 died peacefully on January 7, 2018, in her 90th year. She is survived by her three children and six grandchildren.

Eileen (McEachern) Flood '54 died on September 29, 2018 in Saint John, NB. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, her two granddaughters, and by her sister and brother-in-law. June (Dexter) Murphy '56 passed away peacefully on February 21, 2019 in Saint John, NB. She is survived by her two children: Sharon Murphy-Mayne (David) and Steven Murphy '88; her three grandchildren: Jerry-Faye Flatt, Sheehan Flatt and Cassidy Murphy '12; her niece, Patricia (Dexter) Small '70, and by her longtime Netherwood friend, Thelma Laurie-Goss '56.

Maurice R. Cooke, Past Faculty A Reflection by Paul Kitchen

escaped to both as often as possible but when at School he was always all in, all the time.

Maurice and I became friends in 1975 when I was a new teacher at Ridley College and he was a senior and veteran teacher. He was also a Housemaster, Assistant Head and as always, a bit of a character.

Maurice retired from teaching in 1989 after 31 years at Ridley and 8 years at Appleby. He was still relatively young though and quickly became bored at home in the country. He accepted my offer to come and teach at Rothesay Netherwood School for the last half of the 89-90 school year. He loved it and he had a whole new set of admiring and devoted students needing his help again. He wanted to return the following year but also wanted to spend more time at Damascus and Rosseau, so he decided to flip a coin. The students of RNS lost. Despite this, Maurice needed to be needed and loved to help RNS so he returned for the next 10 years to fulfill a new project each year to help the school grow. He loved his jobs and took them on with enthusiasm and always had a group of students looking forward to his return to campus so they could have his attention, advice, and his genuine support through their journey of adolescence.

He quickly took a liking to me, largely because he knew my parents who had a cottage across from his on Lake Rosseau and had rescued him when he had one of his many misadventures in his boat. Maurice helped steer me through my six years at Ridley. He always protected and loved those who he took under his wing. I think we were his family along with his faithful Lab. Maurice was beloved by the boys in his house, by those faculty he befriended, and by those students who were capable and a little irreverent in English class. Wherever Maurice was in his career he found a student or two in need, and he went out of his way to help them out so they could overcome the unique challenge they were facing. Maurice loved his country home in Damascus, ON and his summer home on Lake Rosseau. He

Maurice eventually sold Damascus and then Rosseau and bought a three-season home on Lake of Bays, while keeping an apartment in Toronto. He was devoted to his dogs and they were his

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constant companions, each one being the best and a little more special than the last one, once they had him trained. In recent years, Maurice developed Lewy body dementia. He was just 10 months short of his 90th birthday when he passed away on November 13, 2018 at home in Toronto. Maurice was a longtime friend, advocate, and supporter of our school. He will be a sadly missed and forever remembered.

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Jack Jardine '57 passed away suddenly on March 10, 2019 in Saint John, NB. He leaves behind his wife, Bonnie, his four children, five grandchildren, two great grandchildren, and his three siblings.

Adrian Graham '71 passed away suddenly on January 1, 2019 in St. John’s, NL at the age of 66. He is survived by his wife Carolyn, his three children and three grandchildren.

Linda Blair '62 died on February 7, 2019 in Saint John, NB. In addition to her husband, Winston, Linda is survived by her three children, eight grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren.

Sharon Mercier '81 passed away peacefully on November 27, 2018 in Hudson, QC. She is survived by her partner, Jim Putnam; by her three children; her inlaws and her many other relatives.

Rory Quinn '65 passed away on February 23, 2019. He will be missed by his wife, Norma and her family; by his brothers Perry (Danielle) and Garry Quinn '61 (Jocelyne) and many friends.

Alia (Kellock) Heward '85 died on February 7, 2019 in Ottawa, ON following a short illness. Predeceased by her parents, Alia leaves behind an incredibly supportive group of friends and family.

Our Sympathies… Michael Page '44 on the passing of his wife of 69 years, Sheila Page, on October 25, 2018 in Victoria, BC.

Mitchell Henderson '05 and Lauren Henderson '08 on the death of their grandfather, Brian Henderson, on February 1, 2019 in Saint John, NB.

Bob Findlay '51 on the passing of his wife, Dorothy, on Dec 29, 2018 in Vancouver, BC.

Rebecca Patrick '07 on the death of her grandmother, Marie Patrick, on February 17, 2019 in Fredericton, NB.

Jennifer (Oland) Paterson '65 on the death of her mother, Betty Oland, on February 4, 2019 in Halifax, NS.

Lisa Banks '09 on the passing of her brother, Luke Banks, on September 17, 2018 in Saint John, NB.

Charlie Keith '75 (Victoria (Griffiths) Keith '74) and Virginia Keith '77 on the death of their mother, Elizabeth Keith, on December 2, 2018 in Havelock, NB.

Robin Scott '09 on the death of her grandfather, Bob Forbes, on January 18, 2019 in Fredericton, NB. Mr. Forbes was also father-in-law to Kevin Scott '69.

The Salsman Family: Alan '74, Rob '79, and Lyn '83 on the death of their brother, Rick Salsman, on February 10, 2019 in Halifax, NS and on the death of their nephew, Christopher Salsman, Rick’s son, on April 8, 2019 in Halifax, NS. Stephen Tobias '81 on the death of his father, Raymond Tobias, on April 1, 2019 in Saint John, NB. Mr. Tobias was also the grandfather of Paul Tobias '01 and Alicia Tobias '03. John Waldron '96 on the death of his grandfather, Donald Waldron, on February 14, 2019 in Saint John, NB. Brittany (Halpin) Kitchen '04 and Jeff Kitchen '03 on the death of Brittany’s father, Lloyd Halpin, on December 10, 2018 in Saint John, NB. Mr. Halpin was a wonderful friend and supporter of RNS. We also extend our condolences to Brittany on the passing of her grandmother, Alberta Martin, on January 14, 2018 in Saint John, NB. Donations are gratefully received by the school in memory or in honour of someone you wish to remember in our community or beyond. Please contact the Development Office at (506) 848-0861 or giving@rns.cc.

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Paul Flewwelling '11 and Luke Flewwelling '16 on the death of their grandmother, Jean Flewwelling, on March 14, 2019 in Saint John, NB. Rane Giffin '11 on the passing of his father, Dr. Scott Giffin, on January 2, 2019 in Saint John, NB and the passing of his grandfather, Dr. Richard Snow, on September 30, 2018 in Fredericton, NB. Dr. Giffin and Dr. Snow were also brother-in-law and father-in-law to Kevin Carson '89. Zach '16, Jonah '18 and Miriam '20 Lutchmedial on the death of their grandmother, Suraiya Lutchmedial, on April 15, 2019 in Quispamsis, NB. Connor Orsava '16 on the death of his grandfather, Winston Thompson, on January 16, 2019 in Oromocto, NB. Hannah Blanchard '17 on the death of her grandmothers: Marie Blanchard on January 4, 2019 in Saint-Louis-de-Kent, NB; and Marion Robertson on February 21, 2019 in Saint John, NB. Sara Luck '17 and Daniel Luck '20 on the passing of their grandfather, Wayne Ritchie, on February 19, 2019 in Moncton, NB. Mr. Ritchie was also the father to Kerrie Luck, School Governor and longtime parent volunteer. Caleb Sooley ’20 on the death of his grandmother, Barbara Sooley, on April 12, 2019 in St. John’s, NL.

Generous, thoughtful people in our community have made the decision to make a difference in the lives of students at Rothesay Netherwood School by including a legacy gift when planning their estate. Many independent schools, colleges and universities, including Rothesay Netherwood School, have benefitted from the foresight and generosity of individuals who have chosen to make a legacy gift. These planned gifts are of immense importance: they have already helped to build RNS into the extraordinary place that it is today and they will help to secure and to shape the school for the future. In many cases, legacy gifts are designed to suit an individualsâ€™ area of interest and also provide significant tax benefits to the donor. Scholarships, financial aid and new and improved facilities are just a few of the areas that benefit as a result of a legacy gift. Donors who have made a planned gift to RNS, or who have made their intentions known, are members of The 1877 Society. Through their charitable endeavours, their gift will help provide permanent benefits to the RNS community. Individuals can become members of The 1877 Society in a variety of ways including bequests, gifts of life insurance and charitable remainder trusts. If you are thinking of joining The 1877 Society or are interested in further information about how your legacy gift can work for future RNS students for years to come, please contact Rob Beatty, Director of Development and Alumni Affairs at (506) 848-1731 or giving@rns.cc .

When donors let us know of their estate plans, all information regarding their donation is kept in strict confidence. Some donors wish to share with others their legacy intentions, while others wish to stay anonymous. No matter the case, we thank each of them for their leadership.

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OUR HISTORY AT A GLANCE (...continued from page 2)

Mackay Memorial Residence was completed and presented to the school. "... it has had a great effect upon the operation and efficiency of the whole School." Dr. Bonnycastle, from the Headmaster's Report at the School Closing in June 1940. In 2010, 71 years later, Mackay House was comepletely renovated.

Upon her retirement in 1944, the Netherwood Foundation Limited purchased the property from Dr. Ganong and rented the buildings to Miss Helen Cannell, whom the Foundation appointed as Principal. Miss Barbara Stodart continued as co-principal. Dr. Ganong lived in her cottage on the school property until her death in 1961.

Miss Helen Cannell retired as Headmistress of Netherwood School for Girls in June 1952 and was succeeded by Miss Esther Palin. Four years later, Miss Palin retired and Mrs. Mary Cleveland (Fawcett) Crimmins, shown above, was promoted to Headmistress, a post that she held until 1967 when Mrs. Doris Cramm took over the post. In 1971, Miss Elizabeth Ann Macdonald was hired as Headmistress.

In 1963, Rothesay Collegiate School became incorporated and leased to an independent Board of Governors.

Dr. Bonnycastle and Dr. Jackson retired from RCS. Dr. Jackson, shown above, joined the school in 1926; in 1929 he left for one year to attend Harvard. In all, he served the school for 43 years, including five as acting Headmaster. Dr. Bonnycastle was Headmaster for 32 years. He was succeeded by the Rev. Terence Davies in September 1970.

1939 1944 1952 1963 1970

1973 1984 1987 1996 1997 RCS and Netherwood formed a partnership that saw joint classes, but separate campuses. From 1974 to 1982, both schools had a number of Heads. Miss Lynda Anne Heffernan replaced Miss Macdonald in 1974, and Mr. Clifford Inns succeeded Rev. Davies in 1975. In 1978, Mrs. Katherine (Kay) Robinson was hired as Netherwood's Headmistress, and Win Hackett took over as Headmaster of RCS. Miss Barbara Crocker became Headmistress in 1980. Mr. Ned Larsen was brought on as Headmaster in 1981. In 1982, Dr. Sonia Tilson became Headmistress of Netherwood and Mr. Ian Rowe became Headmaster of RCS.

1984 was a year of crisis for both schools. The Netherwood Foundation determined that the school was no longer financially viable and the RCS Board decided to try to go it alone. A group of parents came forward with a proposal to obtain financing and to continue the school as a new blended entity named RCS Netherwood, allowing for the modified continuance of both schools as a new co-educational institution on the College Hill campus. Netherwood’s assets were sold and the funds were invested to support post-secondary education for girls in New Brunswick.

On July 1, Mr. Paul Kitchen was appointed Head of School at RCS Netherwood, a post that he held for 29 years until his retirement in 2016.

The highly successful Building for the Next Century Campaign resulted in the construction of several new buildings on campus and provided much-needed renovation to many others. The layout of the grounds was also enhanced including new roadways and paths, and the planting of several hundred trees. Artificial ice-making was installed in the school's arena. In 1998, three faculty houses were built on campus along Netherwood Lane.

On April 10, the RCS Netherwood community witnessed the first production in the new Théâtre Susan B. Ganong, Agatha Christie’s Witness for the Prosecution. Formerly the school gymnasium, this space was transformed into a beautiful 206-seat theatre located in School House. Over the last 22 years, the theatre has proven invaluable to RNS and the greater community, housing everything from plays and musicals to art battles, dances and more.

The 2000s ... 2002 - Kirk House, a new junior boarding residence for boys, opened its doors in June. 2005 - Collegiate Hall was opened in May, housing the school's Administrative Offices. Three additional faculty homes were built on campus. 2006 - Netherwood House, a new junior residence for girls was opened on October 4, 2006. 2007 - The renovations and restoration of South House, the oldest building on campus, were completed and the reopening ceremony was held on June 16 during Reunion Weekend and Closing Ceremonies. 2009 - Our state-of-the-art dining hall, Heritage Hall, was opened,

featuring a professional commercial kitchen and seating for 480. In addition to serving three meals a day for students and staff, Heritage Hall is the venue for RNS and community functions. 2013 - Kitchen House, the Head of School's residence located at the top of College Hill Road, opened in the summer of 2013. 2014 - The Jordan Boyd Memorial Pond and Sunken Garden was completed. In December, 2014, an expansion to the school's arena was completed and the building was named in honour of Dr. C.H. Bonnycastle. 2016 - Mr. Paul McLellan was appointed Head of School. 2018 - The 4000-square-foot Rosyln Isobel Stollery Fitness Centre, SPRING ’19 | 65 attached to the school arena, was opened in May, 2018.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

If you have any comments, suggestions, or inquiries, our team in the Development and Alumni Affairs Office would be delighted to speak with you! Please call us anytime at (506) 848-0861.

FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY APRIL 26, 27 & 28 30th Annual RugbyFest www.rns.cc/rugbyfest FRIDAY & SATURDAY MAY 4 & 5 Middle School Musical A Trip to Mars Théâtre Susan B. Ganong • 7:30pm FRIDAY, SATURDAY MAY 10 & 11 31st Annual RNS Art Show & Sale Opening Reception on Friday at 6:00pm in the Irving Gymnasium. The sale continues Saturday 9:00am - 3:00pm SATURDAY, MAY 11 Grade 11 Mother’s Day Brunch Fundraiser Heritage Hall • 10:00am Tickets: call (506) 848-0861 SATURDAY, JUNE 1 Grade 12 Lobster Dinner Fundraiser Heritage Hall • 6:00pm Tickets: call (506) 848-0861 FRIDAY, JUNE 14 142nd Closing Ceremonies and Class of 2019 Graduation Front lawn of School House • 1:00pm FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY JUNE 14, 15 & 16 101st Annual Alumni Reunion Weekend All Alumni welcome to attend! Special celebrations for class years ending in ’4 and ’9. Visit: www.rns.cc/reunion

SATURDAY, JUNE 15 Semi-Annual Governors’ Meeting Conference Room, Irving Gymnasium • 9:00am SATURDAY, JUNE 15 Reunion Dinner Honouring our 2019 Founders & Dance Heritage Hall • 6:00pm Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend and celebrate those in our school community who have gone above and beyond for RNS. RSVP to rsvp@rns.cc or call (506) 848-0879. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 Opening Day ~ Our 143rd School Year Registration for all students Family BBQ, Heritage Hall • 4:00-6:00pm Opening Chapel Service. Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, Rothesay • 7:00pm THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 First Day of Classes RNS ADMISSION INFORMATION SESSIONS If you know of a family who may be interested in learning more about the RNS experience, please invite them to join us at one of our upcoming regional information sessions, or to visit us on campus! For full details, please email admission@rns.cc or visit us at www.rns.cc/admission. RNS ASSOCIATION GATHERINGS Alumni, parents, grandparents, and friends are encouraged to join us at our many regional association gatherings throughout the year! Events are being planned for this spring and summer – keep watch to your inbox! For more details, please watch the RNS website, Alumni E-News or email alumni@rns.cc. We look forward to seeing many of you at our upcoming association gatherings!

Rothesay Netherwood School is Atlantic Canada’s leading accredited independent, co-educational, boarding and day school for Grades 6-12. Our Alumni and Parents are our best source of student referrals. If you know a student who could be inspired by the RNS experience, please let us know. • International Baccalaureate Program

• Outdoor Education Program

• Culture of innovation in learning

• 125-acre scenic campus

• Curriculum designed to challenge and promote student thinking and to engage and empower students as leaders

• Round Square International Exchanges

• Art, music & drama; athletic and co-curricular activities every day

• Prep School Hockey Programs for girls & boys

• Scholarships and bursaries

• Premier Basketball & Soccer Programs

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