Spirit Magazine Fall 2019

ST. MARGARET ’S SCHOOL

Welcome A BRIGHT NEW FACE

fall 2019

ST. MARGARET’S ANNUAL FUND

SUPPORT THE LEADERS OF TOMORROW

“My big dream is… to be an architect.”

Lily Mannall-Fretwell, Grade 10

Meet Lee Luxford (SMS ’71) International renowned Architect and owner of Lee Luxford A+D

“ I give back to make our girls dreams possible – whatever their dreams may be. I valued my time at SMS and I invite you to join me in supporting this life-changing school.”

For more information on the St. Margaret’s Annual Fund or to make a tax-deductible donation, please contact: Janine Cowie, Alumnae Relations and Annual Fund Manager 250-479-7171 ext. 2172 I jcowie@stmarg.ca

Give online at: www.stmarg.ca/donate-now/ St. Margaret’s School is a registered non-profit society. Charitable registration number: #10802 8614 RR 0001

St. Margaret’s School Confident girls. Inspiring women.

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HEAD'S MESSAGE

A new beginning WHERE GIRLS WHO WANT TO CHANGE THE WORLD BECOME WOMEN WHO DO.

MS. SHARON KLEIN Head of School

I AM SO EXCITED to be a part of the St. Margaret’s School community – a place “where girls who want to change the world become women who do.”

I have waited months in anticipation of this new adventure, and the time is finally here – a new beginning. I am sure that many of you feel this way as well, whether you are a new family, or returning.

There is so much to look forward to, and every new school year is an opportunity to grow together in ways you and your daughter may never have imagined.

I personally am excited to be moving back into an all-girls environment and to be working with your daughters. I believe strongly that an all-girls school environment is one where girls can truly be themselves, can take risks, and can be innovative in every aspect of their education. Every opportunity is afforded to each student, allowing them to build confidence in a supportive, yet challenging environment. I am passionate about building leadership capacity and look forward to working and interacting with your daughters and inspiring them to act on things that matter to them most.

I am also excited to live and work on this beautiful campus. Research tells us that spending time in a natural setting is important to one’s health, and I feel fortunate to be immersed in a biophilic environment at St. Margaret’s—a setting that inspires us all to focus on our health and wellness.

A warm welcome to our new students and families who are joining us for the first time. I am already impressed with the wonderful sense of community I have experienced since my arrival, and I am sure you will feel the same way. One of my primary goals for the year is to get to know our students, staff, faculty, families and alumnae. I hope to hear your stories and create meaningful connections.

A new beginning is an exciting time! As Oprah Winfrey says, “every day brings a chance for you to draw in a breath, kick off your shoes, and dance.”

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Getting to know

MS. KLEIN

This fall, St. Margaret’s welcomes a bright new face to campus, Head of School Ms. Sharon Klein.

For the past five years, Ms. Klein has been the highly successful Head of School at St. George’s School in Montreal, Quebec. Before that, she was the Deputy Head of Queen Margaret’s School in Duncan, BC. Now, after spending the last five years back east, she has returned to life on Vancouver Island.

To help us all get to know our new Head of School, we let our youngest learners, from Kindergarten to Grade 3, ask their best questions of our new leader. The students came up with these hot seat questions after spending some time learning about Ms. Klein.

What will you do at St. Margaret’s School?

– Scarlett, Grade 4

Which house colour will you be in? – Annie, Grade 2

What is your favourite colour?

– Robin, Grade 1

I will start by doing a lot of listening and getting to know the students, faculty, staff, parents, and alumnae. I am keen to find out what you love about St. Margaret’s!

I will not be in a particular house because it is important that the Head of School support and encourage everyone in the community to be and do their best.

A turquoise shade of blue—the blue-green of a tropical ocean.

Where were you born? – Celine, Grade 4 I was born in Regina, Saskatchewan.

Do you like ice cream?

– Lauren, Grade 1 Absolutely! That’s an easy one. My favourite kind of ice cream is definitely chocolate.

Do you have a pet and, if so, what kind?

– Grade 2 student

What is your favourite food? – Charlotte, Grade 1

Why do you want to be the Head of School?

– Pahal, Grade 3 I want to be the Head of School so I can positively affect the lives of everyone in the community and, consequently, the world around us.

I don’t really have a favourite food. I like to try foods from all different cultures. Having said that, I do love Alaskan king crab and fresh prawns.

No I don’t. However, if I had to, I would choose dogs over cats as I’m allergic to some types of cats.

Do you have kids?

– Emily, Grade 2 I have three children: one boy and two girls. They are 24, 22, and 20 years old.

Do you have to be smart to be the Head of School?

– Sophie, Grade 3

Will you ever be an astronaut?

– Nikki, Grade 1

I would say that it is more important to be intelligent rather than smart.

I don’t think so, but I have learned to never say never— meaning you just never know where life will take you next.

It is always good to keep an open mind.

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The Head of School in the Hot Seat with the FY students What was your favourite subject in school?

– Karina, Grade 4

What is your favourite wild animal? – Grade 2 student An eagle. I would love to be able to fly like an eagle.

Do you like sports?

Which ones? – Grade 3 student Yes, I love all sports. The sports I have played competitively the most are volleyball, basketball, and softball. I have played most sports throughout my lifetime, except outdoor soccer, because in Saskatchewan, where I grew up, you could only play in the fall, and it ran at the same time as volleyball season. That was before indoor soccer became big.

Do you like llamas? (I LOVE animals) – Grace, Grade 4 I like llamas, and I even have a pink stuffed llama in my office.

We hosted the World Scholar’s Cup (an international team academic program) at my old school, and the llama was the mascot.

I brought her with me to St. Margaret’s.

Do you like garlic and onions? – Samantha, Grade 4 Yes, both. I used to hate them when I was little and now I have grown to love them.

I would have to say physical education, with English and biology as my next choices.

My first degree was a Bachelor of Education with a major in physical education and a minor in biology.

What is your favourite hobby?

– Grade 4 student

Do you like challenges? Why? – Grade 4 student I like challenges because they get you out of your comfort zone, and that is how you grow and become resilient. I think of myself as a lifelong learner, and as uncomfortable as something might seem at the time, I know how good I will feel when I have accomplished it.

Challenge is one of my core values.

What is your favourite thing about St. Margaret’s?

– Chloe, Grade 4 I know there are many things I will come to love about St. Margaret’s.

From what I already know, there are three things that I love—the first is that it is an all-girls environment; the second is that it is such a warm, welcoming community; and the third is the beautiful nature house in the woods. I’m excited to spend more time there.

Besides sports, I really enjoy reading.

Do you like the outdoors? What kind of things? – Grade 3 Yes, I love the outdoors. I love hiking, kayaking, and camping.

I also like to bike and swim (recreationally). Just being in nature makes me happy!

Are you planning on hosting any events we haven’t done before (I’m hoping for a spring carnival)? – Grade 3 student

How do you plan on making our school a better place?

– Kaite, Grade 3 I plan on making the school a better place by ensuring that strong communication and collaboration is top of mind. Together we will create a strong vision of where we want to go, and a detailed plan to get there. I will lead by being a facilitator and a supporter.

What is the most important thing you teach girls to do?

– Ms. Maki, Grade 3 teacher To believe in themselves.

I would love to find out what we already do and hear your ideas!

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"Cultivate your craft, be assertive, and advocate for yourself"

- Shindy Bains Skaar

ALUMNA PROFILE CULTIVATE YOUR CRAFT, BE ASSERTIVE, AND ADVOCATE FOR YOURSELF—those three characteristics, combined with steadfast determination, are the keys to shaping a successful and fulfilling career path, according to Shindy Bains Skaar, SMS alumna (’86).

Shindy, who sits on the SMS Board of Governors, is no stranger to these traits. The former Head Girl has spent her career cultivating her craft working for international corporations such as Nike Inc., Phillips Healthcare, and now Microsoft.

Growing up with hard-working immigrant parents and being surrounded by entrepreneurial role models helped lay the groundwork for Shindy’s drive to succeed, but the all-girls environment is what fostered the confidence to self-advocate, which has ultimately led to her success.

H. Warsaw Center in Sports Business, and with Oregon being the birthplace of Nike Inc., Shindy set her sights on working for the iconic brand.

Having done her homework—knowing that Japan was the secondlargest market in the world for Nike Golf—she was confident that her time in Japan would give her a leg up on any of her North American competition. And she was right; after securing an internship with Nike Golf, she parlayed that into a full-time management position.

“Working internationally is something I highly recommend. We live in a global marketplace. It’s not enough to just speak another language, international work experience will open up doors to a global career,” said Shindy.

SERVICE WITH LOVE

“SMS was a vibrant learning community that helped build my confidence. The small class sizes meant that everyone knew your name and there was nowhere to hide. Because we wore uniforms, people knew you from your shoulders up rather than for what you were wearing or how you accessorized,” said Shindy.

A pivotal moment during her time at SMS was Ms. McMillan’s drama class where she learned the art of public speaking, improvisation, and debating.

“It was then that I learned the art of summation—being succinct and how to keep an audience engaged. Having exposure to so many public speaking opportunities and participating in the debate club laid a foundation for my future,” she said.

It was also an exposure to international boarding students that sparked a curiosity for Japanese culture, leading her to take a gap year in Japan, where she went on to study as part of her BA at the University of Victoria, majoring in Pacific and Asian studies.

THE VALUE OF GLOBAL COMPETENCY Shindy’s international experience eventually led to her landing a role as an international marketing manager with Nike Golf.

While completing her MBA at the University of Oregon/The James

After six years with Nike, Shindy wanted more. The SMS motto, Service with Love, came flooding back to her, and her desire to make a greater impact became important.

Today, Shindy works for Microsoft where she has been for almost six years. In her current role as Senior Product Marketing Manager, she helps to bring Microsoft education solutions to light, showcasing clear and real success with customers accruing better learning outcomes, transforming classroom time with affordable, easy-tomanage technology.

“I love what I do. I love seeing innovative educators applying Microsoft solutions to improve classroom outcomes, and I love seeing schools change the trajectory of students’ lives,” she said.

It’s that same passion for education and service that led her to join the SMS Board so that she can give back to her roots, and we could not be more excited about having her as part of the team.

“I am humbled by the opportunity to give back to the SMS community that gave me so much in my formative years,” she said. “I look forward to bringing a global perspective to the board, stemming from my experience living abroad and working in partnership with educational organizations around the globe. I am very excited about the opportunity to serve a second term on the Board.”

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meet the new board members Catalin Albu

Erin Solbakken

Catalin has over 20 years of expertise in logistics and operations, budgeting, finance, and management in private and not-for-profit organizations, both large and small. Since 2008, Catalin has worked as a member of the University of Victoria’s administration team, where his main responsibilities are in strategic operational planning and budgeting. In addition, Catalin has taught several finance and accounting courses in UVic’s Gustavson School of Business.

Erin Solbakken is a chartered professional accountant (CPA, CA) with a commerce degree from the University of Victoria.

She spent the first 15 years of her career working in public practice, first for a local mid-size firm and later in her own business with her husband, Erik. Erin has completed large-scale audits and consulted with local business owners on taxation, operational, and financial issues. At present, Erin and Erik run a consultancy practice working directly with business owners and accountants.

Catalin was born in Romania and graduated in 1993 from the Romanian Naval Academy with a bachelor’s degree in maritime logistics and transportation. He and his family moved to Quebec City in 2001, where in 2003 he earned an MBA with a specialization in management from Laval University. He became a chartered professional accountant (CPA, CMA) in 2013.

Erin has given back to the community for many years including serving on the board of the Garth Homer Society and the Victoria Chartered Accountants Association. She has also taken on special projects for both the United Way and the Central Saanich Police.

Catalin loves the outdoors and is an avid mountain biker and trail runner, competing in ultrarunning events. He strongly believes that girls should be empowered through education, and he is committed to creating a brighter future for girls. His daughter, Silvia, is currently a student at UVic, majoring in biopsychology. He is the grandfather of Ava Marie, an 18-month-old energetic and curious toddler.

Shindy Bains Skaar Shindy is the fourth and final new member of the Board. She is an alumna of SMS and Head Girl of the class of 1986. Read her profile on the previous page.

Abigail Fulton Abigail Fulton, a lawyer by profession, is the executive director of the Construction Foundation of BC, an organization focused on building the next generation of skilled workers.

She is a strong supporter of the value of applied learning for youth. Ms. Fulton has extensive experience working with industry and government on regulatory and policy issues that affect the construction industry. She has served on numerous boards and committees, including the Safety Standards Appeal Board of BC, the Common Ground Alliance, the Professional Builders Institute, and Skills Canada BC. Throughout her career, Abigail has been very active in promoting industry training and apprenticeship for the skilled trades. Prior to joining the Construction Foundation, she served as the Vice President of the BC Construction Association.

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ATHLETE PROFILE

The Come

Back Kid

ISOBEL NEILSON WINS FOUR

MEDALS AT PROVINCIALS

GRADE 7 STUDENT ISOBEL NEILSON gave a near flawless performance and became the Junior Olympic 6 Women’s Artistic Gymnastics All Around Provincial Champion, taking home the gold medal for her Saanich-based Falcon Gymnastics squad. Isobel also won provincial medals for gold on floor, silver on beam, and bronze on uneven bars. What’s more, her amazing performance came just days after a serious injury.

Isobel quickly outgrew recreational gymnastics, and at age six she joined the pre-competitive stream before climbing the ranks to the Junior Olympic level.

The week of her biggest competition of the year, while practising pirouettes in her driveway, the 13-year-old slipped and crashed down on her tailbone, rendering her unable to walk. Isobel had to take time away from school to receive intensive IMS needling and physiotherapy treatments. After two days’ rest from training, her body began to recover, and by squeezing in a three-hour session Thursday afternoon just before the Friday competition, Isobel was able to take the stage in Port Coquitlam, BC. What came as a shock, however, was just how well she performed.

“For a girl who couldn’t even walk just days before, it was pretty outstanding,” said Isobel’s father, Jamie Neilson.

SMS prides itself on empowering girls to shape their own dreams by providing flexible schedules and time tables that allow students to pursue excellence in whatever path they choose, which Isobel and her family appreciate.

“We’re super grateful for St. Margaret’s and how flexible the school has been around Isobel’s training, physiotherapy, and competition schedule,” said Jaimie. “Ms. Scott and the school have been incredible, providing her with a study block during her Wednesday P.E. to catch up on her homework, and Mr. Jones and Ms. Carvalho have been equally supportive in accommodating her rigorous schedule.”

Isobel, who competes in the Junior Olympic stream of gymnastics is no ordinary girl. At age four, she learned how to do a cartwheel and did 100 that first day. When she started walking on her hands at age five, her parents realized it was time to enroll her in gymnastics.

Gymnastics is unlike many other sports—athletes specialize at an early age and the training schedule is extremely demanding. Isobel trains Monday, Wednesday, and Friday evenings from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. On Sundays, she trains from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and on Tuesday and Thursday mornings she does strength and conditioning at the rec centre with her dad before school. To say her schedule is gruelling is an understatement!

Isobel excels at her balance beam and floor routines, performing to Shakira’s “Objection Tango,” which resulted in her scoring 9.2 to win the gold medal at the recent championships. She also attends other competitions—up to five or six a year. This past year, she spent four days on the road in Eugene, Oregon, competing at the Emerald Team Challenge as a senior member of her Falcon Gymnastics team.

The American event saw over 700 athletes competing, and Isobel took home a sixth-place finish in vault.

“Because of her experience with Outweek, Camp Bernard, and Strathcona, Isobel was confident spending multiple nights away from home without Mom and Dad. While some kids don’t feel comfortable on their own, SMS has prepared her for these types of situations, which I think is advantageous,” said Jamie.

“It’s all about passion. When you are training as much as I do, it comes with a lot of sacrifice, but I continue to do it because I’m so passionate about it. There are times when I don’t feel like training as much, when I’m injured or tired, but most of the time I’m excited to get into the gym,” said Isobel.

“My favourite part about gymnastics is getting to train and spend time with people who are passionate about the same thing as me,” she added.

Isobel is not planning to slow down anytime soon. Her drive to persevere and overcome obstacles are part of what makes her the epitome of a St. Margaret’s Girl.

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SMS SPORTS

Night

League BASKETBALL

WHEN MATT MULLERAY took on the role of head coach for the SMS Night League team, there were eight girls signed up—just barely enough to complete a roster. Today, eight years later, there are more than 40 St. Margaret’s girls and four teams participating in the Victoria-based recreational basketball league. The SMS Night League has grown into a robust extracurricular program for students in Grades 4 through 7 and has become a fixture in the school community.

into confident and daring young ladies who are tough and aren’t afraid to compete.”

After many years on the front lines, Matt and Morgan are passing the torch to newcomer and fellow SMS parent Jamie Nielson.

Two-years after Matt took the helm, Morgan Harker, an SMS parent, joined the coaching team and helped transform the program into what it is today.

“Matt saw an opportunity and he had a passion for basketball.

Combined with parent involvement and support from MY Principal Alia Zawacki, the program was embraced by the school and it has continued to grow ever since,” said Morgan.

Matt added, “Morgan was a real spearhead in getting the girls involved. Once he came on board, we started to market the program by hosting a pre-season camp, we got a logo created by Foundation Years art teacher Ms. Kao, we ordered team gear, and from there it started to catch fire.”

Aside from snazzy gear and fierce team names like the Sugar Pandas and the Demon Dudley’s, what has really made Night League successful is the enjoyable and recreational atmosphere. With a conscious decision to keep the teams balanced, it’s all about having fun rather than winning. In fact, scores aren’t even recorded.

“We really emphasize the group feel by keeping the older and younger girls together to help build that connection piece. We try to be as inclusive as possible—all skill levels are welcome and we even allow younger siblings to come out and practise,” said Matt.

“It’s amazing to watch the girls transform from shy Grade 4 students

“There are so many things I absolutely love about this program. It’s been an introduction to the sport for so many and allowed the girls to make an offseason transition from Night League to playing in other community programs, clubs, and academies such as Flight and Junior Vikes,” said Jamie.

Jamie says he plans to continue to look for ways to expand the program, including mentorship from University of Victoria Vikes women’s basketball players who are tremendous role models for the girls, as well as other partnerships and skill development opportunities.

According to SMS Athletics Coordinator Emma Glasgow, Night League has become an extension of the SMS community.

“It’s becoming a part of the culture and it’s something that kids look forward to joining when they enter Grade 4 or 5. It’s done two things: it has kept kids in our community when and if they leave, and it has introduced new students to SMS who find us because of Night League,” said Emma.

Victoria Night League Basketball also awards the Bernice Osborne scholarship, which provides five to 10 scholarships worth $1,000 to $2000 annually to students who have participated in the Victoria and District Amateur Basketball Association. Learn more at www.vicbball.com

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STEMCON 2019

What happens when you combine 300 students, 50 teachers, 50 staff, 30 expert presenters, and one influential Canadian environmental activist?

“Do not be afraid to think boldly, to feel empowered, to contribute to meaningful change at a time when it really matters. You are the next generation of great thinkers and doers.” – Sarika Cullis-Suzuki The words of keynote speaker Sarika Cullis-Suzuki perfectly sum up the 2019 Girls STEM Leadership Conference with the theme Sustaining Our Future. The conference brought to light the idea that every voice matters, every singular action has great impact, and the sum of humanity working together is what makes great change.

It was the next generation of change-makers that came together April 25, 2019, when 19 schools and over 400 students and teachers attended the second event of its kind to be hosted by St. Margaret’s School.

The conference included presentations by prestigious leaders in STEM fields (science, technology, engineering, math), including keynote speaker Sarika Cullis-Suzuki. Sarika is best known for being the daughter of Canadian geneticist and activist David Suzuki, and she has followed in her father’s footsteps to become a wellknown environmental activist, and expert in ocean, fish, and the conservation of biodiversity.

She has been a member of the WWF-Canada Oceans Advisory Committee and the Centre for the Salish Sea, and was a visiting scientist at Ocean Networks Canada. Sarika has been a board member of the David Suzuki Foundation since 2011. In 2012 she was named one of Canada’s Top 30 Under 30 by Explore magazine, and an influential Canadian millennial by The Huffington Post Canada.

During her keynote presentation, she reflected on her own journey as a human, not just as David Suzuki’s daughter, and how she could truly make a difference on this earth in her own way. She encouraged everyone to unearth their own passion and use that as an avenue for change.

“If the students were to take anything away from my talk, I hope it would be to follow their passion, and through that passion figure out how they can work toward a more sustainable world,” said Sarika.

Incoming Head of School Sharon Klein was among the distinguished guests to attend the conference, along with a group of six students from St. Georges School in Montreal. These “Green Team” members travelled across the country to participate in the conference and give a presentation called Vegan Vibes.

“I was very impressed with the conference as a whole, including the talk given by Sarika Cullis-Suzuki. Her message was brilliant. It was timely, pertinent, and impactful. There was also a great variety of sessions to choose from, making it very hard to decide which sessions to attend,” said Sharon.

“I loved that our students got an opportunity to lead a session and that the sessions were hands-on and experiential in nature. The girls were given a voice, and they could see that they had an impact on those who attended their session. The opportunity to present to other people they didn’t know was highly valuable in shaping their leadership skills and giving them confidence,” she continued.

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30 expert presenters, and one influential Canadian environmental activist?

inspiration Aside from the keynote presentation, students had the option to attend over 30 different breakout sessions which explored topics such as climate change, sustainability practices, honey bees, pursuing your passion, plants, design thinking, virtual reality, green building, sustainable farming, urban farming, engineering, becoming a change-maker, leadership, and much more. There were also panel discussions, including Opportunities and Possibilities for Women in STEM, and Following Your Passion.

“I was really inspired by the speakers at the conference and how passionate they all were. I have always felt the world is so big—how can I make a change? But the conference showed me that I could do simple things to make a difference and that every action is important, even the smallest ones,” said Grade 8 student, Amira Mohamed.

Throughout the day, students were encouraged to explore the Exhibitors’ Hall where STEM experts and organizations provided information about volunteer and career opportunities. At the end of the conference, groups gathered to reflect on what they had seen, heard, and experienced.

Lauren Hudson, former SMS STEM programs support teacher and the conference lead, reflected with students at day’s end.

“What I really loved about the presentations was that there was a major focus on being connected to the natural world. Maybe it’s a lunchtime walk, a kayaking adventure, a challenging hike, but whatever it is, you must spend time connected to the earth in some way. I love the message that you only protect what you love, and if you can’t connect, that makes it difficult,” she said.

“While it may seem overwhelming, we can all do one thing for sustainability, and together, everyone’s singular actions will add up to make a difference. Find a way to make a difference in the area you are passionate about because every contribution makes an impact,” Lauren added.

“Yamilla Franco [from Science Venture] gave the presentation Become a Maker of Change, and I was really inspired by her message. I got to chat with her after the presentation,” continued Amira.

Another highlight was the Ignite session, which consisted of fiveminute visual presentations where speakers displayed 20 images for 15 seconds each; it was fast, furious, and really exciting. The stacked group of presenters included Heidi Gartner from the Royal BC Museum; Anastasia Castro, Grade 11 student from Glenlyon Norfolk School; Frances Edmonds from Hewlett-Packard Canada; and Maia Hoeberechts from Ocean Networks Canada.

A huge thank you to everyone who made the conference a success, especially event sponsors TD Bank, Urban Solar, Salus Systems, CGI Constructors, Pokito, Chop Value, and Sage Dining Services.

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STEMCON 2019

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Making the Dean’s List AT THE FIRST TECH CHALLENGE

LEADERSHIP, DIPLOMACY AND VERBAL DEXTERITY—these are the qualities embodied by the students who are selected for the FIRST Tech Challenge Dean’s List Award, the same qualities embodied by St. Margaret’s Grade 10 student and Dean’s List finalist Ines Khouider.

This award recognizes the leadership and dedication of FIRST’s most outstanding students, and since its introduction in 2010, it has attracted the attention and support of prestigious colleges and universities eager to recruit FIRST Dean’s List students, including Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Worcester Polytechnic Institute), and Yale University.

Ines was nominated by her FIRST Tech Challenge robotics team members and their coach for the prestigious award, which recognizes leaders from across North America who participate in fundraising, outreach, and spreading the word about FIRST, all the while excelling in school and other extracurricular endeavours. As part of the award submission, Ines was required to write an essay and complete an interview, which moved her on to the finalists’ pool, which was announced at the state/regional championship tournament held in Washington State on March 17, 2019.

As a finalist, Ines was invited to attend the FIRST Championship Conference in Houston, Texas, from April 17 to 20, to attend the Championship Conference and finalists’ luncheon. Although she was not selected as an award winner, just to be a finalist among thousands of nominees is an outstanding accomplishment.

“The award goes to someone who shows a lot of leadership, and this year I was the only returning member of my team, so I took on a leadership role as the main programmer and I did a lot of teaching,” said Ines.

“One of the core values of the program is gracious professionalism. We try to compete at the best of our abilities, but not at the expense of others.

It’s a very nurturing environment and it’s become an important core value in my life to help people become the best that they can be. I’m glad that I get the opportunity to help others, and see others do their best.

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“The heads of admissions from MIT and Yale spoke at our luncheon. It was so cool, and the head of admissions from Yale said that eight out of nine Dean’s List finalists who applied to Yale got in.

They really look for students with robotics and programming backgrounds,” she said.

While in Houston with her coach, Ines took every opportunity to have new experiences.

She volunteered as an ambassador and gave tours to parents, families, and dignitaries. She participated in workshops, explored image and data analysis, and attended an innovation fair and a university fair.

“The innovation fair was really cool. There were a bunch of companies like NASA (the conference sponsor) as well as Disney and Boeing. We had the chance to see some of the newest technologies and inventions.”

Ines, who has a passion for engineering and robotics, notes that she may not have discovered these interests without the guidance of SMS teachers and the opportunity to learn in an environment where students are excited about the same things she is.

“I’m really into STEM, and robotics has really helped me. I don’t know if I would have had the chance to do all these things if I hadn’t come to SMS where I gained an interest and a passion by joining FIRST LEGO League.”

This summer she spent time learning more advanced programming, image analysis, and robotics through work with the FIRST Tech Challenge club doing outreach, workshops, and participating in FIRST Global.

As for her future, that’s still up in the air, but attending an Ivy League school is definitely something Ines wants to explore!

CAMPUS LIFE

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campus life

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W.I.L.D.

in boarding

Living away from home is a unique and special experience that builds independence, intercultural understanding, and resiliency from a young age.

As exciting as it can be, it can also be nerve-racking to live, study, and play in an entirely new and foreign environment.

The St. Margaret’s boarding mission is to empower each student to reach their full potential by providing opportunities for growth that both challenge and inspire. Our students develop confidence, independence, self-awareness, and respect for others within our nurturing and supportive community.

This year, SMS is introducing a new boarding curriculum that focuses on Wellness, Independence, Leadership, and Diversity, represented by the acronym WILD. Students participate and engage in activities and programs that are based on these four concepts. The curriculum involves dynamic, inclusive programming, as well as individual care for each boarder to meet their needs.

For SMS students, what does each component of WILD stand for?

WELLNESS: Focusing on their social, emotional, physical and intellectual well-being, and mindfulness.

INDEPENDENCE: Developing their understanding, self-awareness, self-management, and self-advocacy.

LEADERSHIP: Finding their authentic voice; taking action to help themselves and others.

DIVERSITY: Being global-minded and inclusive, open to exploring other cultures, beliefs, and healthy relationships.

The WILD concept is supported and facilitated by staff, student leaders, and the boarding council. To promote accountability and success, the learning outcomes are developed from the intersection of the four areas of WILD, and amongst boarding staff, students, and parents.

“Our goal with this new curriculum is to provide a holistic approach to life for our boarders and make sure that every consideration is taken to provide the most valuable home-away-from-home experience possible. We care for all aspects of the students’ physical, mental, and emotional wellness, and ensure a collaborative relationship between us and their families,” said Nicole Folkes, Director of Boarding.

“We challenge each student to get #WILD in Boarding!”

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W.I.L.D.

SMS BOARDING

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2019 grads a class act FOR THE PAST 111 YEARS, St. Margaret’s has graduated inspiring young women who have gone on to do amazing things and make their mark on the world. The class of 2019 is no different as they head off to university with dreams of becoming doctors, lawyers, fashion designers, business people, scientists, engineers, teachers, and even Olympians.

Our graduating class of just 27 students has been welcomed by universities around the world, with 100 percent of them accepted to the schools of their choice, and 85 percent entering post-secondary studies on a scholarship. * *These numbers reflect the graduates who applied to schools by June 2019. Two students are taking a gap year to work, travel, and volunteer.

Scholarships numbered 58 and totalled an impressive $360,373.

This success is due in large part to our committed learners and their unwavering support systems, which come from the dedicated teachers, staff, parents, family members, friends, coaches, and more, who made it all possible.

With our focus at SMS on science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), it’s no surprise that

over 40 percent of our graduates are going on to study in pure and applied sciences. The remaining 60 percent plan to study law, business, arts, and visual art.

Particularly notable this year are two students heading to Parsons School of Design, a private art and design college located in Lower Manhattan, New York City. With an acceptance rate of just 35 percent, it’s an amazing and telling accomplishment to have two students accepted. Known colloquially as Parsons, alumni include the likes of famous fashion designers Marc Jacobs, Tom Ford, Nicky Hilton, and Donna Karan as well as author Danielle Steel, to name a few.

U N I V ER SI T Y PL ACEM EN T S Dalhousie University

John Cabot University King’s College London McGill University McMaster University Mount Allison University Parsons School of Design Queen’s University

This years’ unique group of school leaders also included three lifers (students who started at SMS in Kindergarten): Maelle Reed, Colette Reimer, and Victoria Lee. Both Maelle and Colette are future Olympic hopefuls in rugby and triathlon, respectively, and will be attending the University of Victoria enabling them to continue to train with their national team programs.

We would like to extend congratulations to all the outstanding graduates, and we wish them the very best as they start their next chapter.

Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University Simon Fraser University Trinity Western University University of British Columbia University of Edinburgh University of Melbourne University of Toronto University of Victoria University of Warwick Western University

Colette Reimer, Maelle Reed, Victoria Lee

Carrie Zhang, Victoria Lee, Simonetta Ridolfi, Alex Corwin, Monica Song, Jordana Kattan Magallon SMS SPIRIT | 18

YOUR 2019/2020 CO-HEAD GIRLS The role of Head Girl dates back well over 100 years to the British school system, where Head Boys and Head Girls played prominent roles in representing the student body and the school in the community and at events.

The Head Girl is an elected representative that serves as a role model for students and demonstrates profound leadership.

St. Margaret’s. As the voice of the students, the Head Girl is an advocate, mentor, and sounding board. Most of all, she demonstrates confidence and compassion in an effort to unify our School of One. This year, the position is held by two students who will share the role for 2019–2020.

Today, the role of Head Girl continues to play a crucial role within our school culture at

Carrie

How long have you been at SMS? Since Grade 8.

How long have you been at SMS? Since Grade 6.

Why did you want to be Head Girl?

Why did you want to be Head Girl?

With the experience of working as a Student Council member during the last two years, I have come to really appreciate and cherish the variety of opportunities the school provides to students. During my four years of learning at SMS, I have gotten to know myself better and have grown to be more accountable. These experiences have provided me with the courage and confidence I need to apply for Head Girl, and I want to give back to the school in my last high school year.

Being Head Girl was never my lifelong intention, but when I saw an opportunity to have a platform to showcase my love for SMS and the girls, I took it!

Simonetta

ZHANG

As Head Girl, what are you most excited about for the year?

One area that I would like to focus on is creating a sense of belonging for day students. I want an enthusiastic school where everyone will be happy to come to school in the morning and even want to hang out after school. I would like to see a more united and positive school community.

What is your favourite part about being an SMS student?

I really enjoy leadership at SMS. Anyone can have the opportunity to practise their leadership skills in some way. Working in a leadership position at SMS is never intimidating. Mistakes are acceptable and even encouraged because you learn from them. I feel reassured and secure as a leader in SMS because there is always someone to support you as you move forward.

Is there anything that you want the student body to know about you?

I really value the power of optimism and teamwork, and therefore I am really looking forward to the co-head system this year. I will use my enthusiasm, confidence, and perseverance to work with the rest of Student Council members to make positive changes and to create a better SMS community. Thanks, everyone, for trusting me and providing me with this opportunity.

RIDOLFI

SMS has recently been accredited as a CAIS school, and attending the CAIS Leadership Conference gave me the opportunity to see how other independent schools shape their community-focused environment. I returned to SMS with overwhelming energy to achieve the school’s full potential and improve our spirit and pride. I will propose the insights I received to the rest of the community so we can start this year successfully!

As Head Girl, what are you most excited about for the year?

I’m very excited to work alongside Student Council, administration, and students to achieve our goals for the year. I can’t wait to get to know the new incoming students and start off the year in a welcoming, energetic, and supportive way that will unify our community.

What is your favourite part about being an SMS student?

The best part of being an SMS student is the support you receive.

Since coming to SMS in Grade 6, all my friends and teachers have grown to be my second family. I’ve gained a great deal of confidence and leadership from being an SMS girl, but my favourite part is sharing and teaching those traits to all the other students!

Is there anything that you want the student body to know about you?

Come up and talk to me! Share your ideas, thoughts, or concerns with me. That’s a way I can get to know all of you and make sure that your voice is heard. Carrie and I are really approachable, so never hesitate!

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new faces on campus

For over 111 years, SMS has welcomed students from all over the world, placing a high value on diversity in the classroom and enhanced intercultural understanding among our students. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we offer international entrance scholarships that give opportunities to applicants from countries that are currently underrepresented at SMS.

The scholarships celebrate incoming boarding students from around the world who are leaders in their schools and communities and who seek to continue those leadership roles in their new home at St. Margaret’s. Awarding these scholarships is a highly selective process in which we aim to recognize students with outstanding academic and extracurricular achievements who will enhance our school community.

“Scholarships have an incredible impact, both for the scholar and the school,” said Director of Admissions, Meg Foote.

“Each and every day we get to see firsthand what a stimulating and supportive learning environment is all about. It will be exciting to welcome more exceptional young women from around the globe to our community,” she added.

This year’s award winners truly embody the Service with Love motto.

Aditi Sohoni is a Grade 12 student who comes to us from Nigeria where she attends a British curriculum international school.

Originally from India, she moved to Nigeria as a child where she grew up immersed in her community and where she became a leader inside and outside the classroom.

Aditi was looking to attend an all-girls school in Canada when she discovered St. Margaret’s School online. After doing more research, it became clear that SMS with its beautiful campus would be the perfect fit.

“I’m most excited about the boarding experience as I’ve never been a boarder before. The opportunity of living with my friends 24/7 was definitely a selling point, along with learning to live independently for the first time,” said Aditi.

The Grade 12 student has been a member of the student council at her home school and has helped to organize various charity events.

She says that leadership doesn’t come naturally to her, but that she has worked hard to improve, and she plans to bring her leadership skills with her to St. Margaret’s.

“A leader is not someone who has all the answers. A leader is not a one-person army. A leader is just someone who motivates others toward achieving a common goal by making decisions based on the input of others,” she said.

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THE INTERNATIONAL ENTRANCE AWARD celebrates incoming boarding students from around the globe who are leaders in their schools and communities at home and seek to continue those leadership roles in their new home at St. Margaret’s School.

WHO CAN APPLY: Incoming international students intending to stay at SMS until graduation. Priority for the awards will be given to students from new regions from which SMS has historically received few students.

If you are interested in contributing to the SMS Scholarship fund, please contact: Janine Cowie, Alumnae Relations and Annual Fund Manager at jcowie@stmarg.ca.

The other 2019–20 international scholar is Grade 10 student Jeongbin Heo. Jeongbin is originally from South Korea and comes to us having already completed study abroad experiences in both the United States and Canada, most recently attending school in Port Moody, BC. Jeongbin was introduced to the idea of boarding school life at the age of 10 when she watched the movie The Dead Poet’s Society.

Since that time, she has dreamed of attending a school where she could live and study with her friends and other like-minded students.

She is passionate about volunteerism and connects closely with the school motto Service with Love. Growing up, her family served as a temporary foster home for disabled children, and from that background she has learned a lot about giving back.

“My experiences working as a temporary foster family will serve as a foundation to cultivate creative voluntary programs in your school,” she said about attending SMS.

Over the past few years she has led several clubs, including a peer study club and a brain sports club with the goal of creating collaborations and relationships that result in improved grades and study behaviours.

She has a lot of experience living with people from other cultures and looks forward to finding ways to share her unique and wonderful culture with students of all ages.

“I am confident that the all-girls school environment will help me stay focused and build self-esteem,” she said.

St. Margaret’s understands the importance of having a diverse student body, recognizing that our graduates will be competing in an international labour market. Our students benefit from learning alongside girls from different cultures and gain an exclusive international network for the future.

The international entrance scholarships attract fantastic candidates that continue to contribute to St. Margaret’s School, as exemplified with Aditi and Jeongbin.

Meg Foote noted: “I had the pleasure of spending time in-person with both Aditi and Jeongbin as they were going through the application process. Both girls bring so much intercultural experience and passion to SMS, that will enrich the entire school community.”

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art & writing The Tired International Student

By Antonia Bhandari

I told her to get more sleep!

I told her, my friend with dark circles under her eyes who puts her head down on her desk, closing her eyes and drifting off when the teacher walks out of the room, to get more sleep.

I think she did.

But now I think I didn’t get enough sleep myself.

I am tired!

The kind of tired that just lets you forget your surroundings completely.

Even though I’m listening, I can’t tell what just happened.

It’s a lot to take in.

On top of exhaustion, there is the language barrier.

You don’t realize that it is exhausting to always talk in another language.

You don’t realize that it is exhausting to always smile to avoid questions like, “Are you okay? You look so done. Are you sure?”, You know I wouldn’t tell the truth anyway.

You don’t realize it is exhausting to live away from home, to not see your parents and wonder if you are supposed to miss your home more than you are doing right now.

You don’t realize that it is exhausting to always wonder what will happen after this year, because this has already become such a home for you and you just feel like this is exactly the place where you are supposed to be, the place where you are you.

Lydia Li

STUDENT ART & WRITING

After a time you realize someone is asking you something really easy, but you just can’t respond.

It is like a stop sign in your head that makes you just sit or stand somewhere, unable to say anything at all.

Even if you want to.

You don’t realize how tired I really am.

Christina Bai

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Clockwise from left: Judge’s Choice winner OPUS 131 by Elaine Kao, Deep Blue by Max Henriquez and Jurassic Wrangler by Rabbitasaur.

(Courtesy Van Isle Comic Con)

Teacher ELAINE KAO was the Judge’s Choice winner of the ViGuy Art Contest, with OPUS 131, now due to be printed on the cover of this year’s official program. She will also be presented with a cash prize of $500, sponsored by ArtSea Community Arts Council.

Yolanda Ying

Stephanie Wardell

Rowena Brown

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Spring

Reunion IT’S A RARE AND SPECIAL occasion to celebrate a 70th reunion, let alone with three of your 1949 classmates. However, that’s exactly what took place at this year’s Spring Reunion, along with over 100 alumnae and friends who have, over the years, built on their SMS education to make their mark on the world.

The annual event was one of the most action-packed in recent history, featuring an awards presentation that recognized 10 deserving Service with Love recipients. What’s more, Pearls4Girls necklaces were presented to the Lifers celebrating their 50th reunion, with matching pearl bracelets given to the rest of the class of 1969 in attendance.

Pearls4Girls is a charitable organization that helps to prepare girls to enter high school in Lesotho, South Africa, with the knowledge and self-esteem to resist peer pressure and make healthy decisions.

Every purchase from Pearls4Girls helps support leadership and education initiatives for girls—a cause that is particularly important to St. Margaret’s School, and the reason we felt the jewellery was a fitting gift for our alumnae.

The event kicked off with a warm welcome from Barbara Sutton, former Director of External Relations, followed by opening remarks

from Co-Head Girl Alix Corwin. Alix, along with five members of Student Council, led a trivia game where guests competed in their original house colours for house points.

“It was really fun seeing the current Student Council run the trivia game and interact with the alumnae. Those Old Girls are a rowdy bunch when house points are on the line, but it was great to see that the connection to St. Margaret’s is still strong,” said Janine Cowie, Annual Fund and Alumnae Relations Manager.

After a beautiful lunch put on by Sage Dining Services, it was time to recognize a special group of women who have gone above and beyond in their efforts to serve others.

Service with Love has been the SMS motto since our founding in 1908. The Service in Love award, which was given out last spring for the first time, recognizes those who show a commitment to giving back to the community, a core value of the SMS educational experience. Women who have been educated at St. Margaret’s understand the importance of taking time to express love and gratitude for the gift of being here, for all that life has given to each of us, and for being able to serve others.

Bente Svendsen, 1983 Marie Woodruff, 1978-1981 Dr. Joyce Clearihue, 1943

Priscilla Lowe, 1950-1961 Joan Firkins, 1961

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The most heartfelt moment of the day came with a standing ovation when alumna Krista Carle received the award posthumously. Krista graduated from SMS in 1983, and then studied at the University of Victoria as a theatre major before joining the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). She served with the RCMP for 19 years and retired as a constable in 2010.

Krista was a vocal advocate for workplace change in the RCMP, despite suffering post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as a result of experiencing harassment, sexual assault, and bullying by co-workers and superiors. Her mission in life was to help others, and she was awarded a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal (2012) for her advocacy work.

Krista publicly shared her own experiences of systemic sexual harassment in 2011 to support her colleagues in a class-action lawsuit against gender-based harassment and sexual abuse within the RCMP. The suit resulted in a public apology to the victims by then RCMP Commissioner Robert Paulson in October 2016, and the Government of Canada paid a $100 million settlement and promised changes in the RCMP to make a safer work environment for all.

Krista was a caring and active listener who was a source of strength and support for others suffering from PTSD. The award was accepted on her behalf by her brother Kevin and sister Karen.

Service with Love Awards recipients this year include: Krista Carle, 1983

Briony Penn, 1969-1971

Dr. Joyce Clearihue, 1943

Lillian Boraks-Nemetz, 1951

Joan Firkins, 1961

Marie Woodruff, 1978 to 1981

Marian Fortner, 1961

Bente Svendsen, 1983

Priscilla Lowe, 1950 to 1961.

Dr. Frances Kelsey, 1931

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in touch

by Janine Cowie, Alumnae Relations

UPDATES

JODY SCHLATTER – SMS 1973 Jody visited us on campus while on vacation from her home in Switzerland. Jody, newly retired doctor of psychiatry, psychotherapist, and Jungian analyst, is travelling across North

America. We were thrilled to tour her through our St. Margaret’s campus.

TERESITA DE ALBA–PORTO – SMS 2002 Living in Houston Texas for the last 10 years, Teresita is happily married with two children. She holds a graduate degree in dual

language instruction and has recently founded Mariposa Spanish Literacy, an enrichment after-school program for children.

Teresita wrote, “I thank Mme Mavromichalis for encouraging me to become a teacher. She saw my gift for teaching earlier than I did. Forever grateful.”

and mentorship they need, organizing student/government conferences, and fighting for funding for programs under threat to ensure options are available for young scholars.

building—French House. I thought I would be required to speak French at all times! I was just getting used to the idea of speaking English full-time and did not know a word of French.

CECILIA PENNER – SMS Teacher (retired 2017) Cecilia recently wrote to us: “Do you want to know what I’m doing for my retirement ‘job’? I’m a “wedding lady,” which means I officiate at weddings! I have not yet married any of my former students, but I sure would enjoy that. Check out my profile on my company

During my time at SMS, I encountered many challenges but was also offered numerous opportunities and resources to overcome them. Looking back, I am grateful for the friendships I built and the support I received from my house mothers, teachers, and fellow students, many of whom I still keep in touch with.

DR. MILÉNA SANTORO (Andrews) – SMS 1983 A lifelong learner and teacher, Miléna received her education in French literature, romance languages, linguistics and women’s studies at UVic, Laval University, Université de Paris, and Princeton. She has taught at universities around the world and is Associate Professor of French at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C., where she has been teaching for site: https://allseasonsweddings. com/wedding-officiants/profile/ the past 23 years. cecilia-penner” Known as a champion for SHU-MIN HUANG – SMS 1997 Quebec literature and culture, Shu-min lives in Victoria with her Miléna has been honoured husband and two children and with many major awards. In recognition of her contributions works as an academic adviser for the Faculties of Humanities, to the development of Science, and Social Sciences at Canadian Studies and culture, the University of Victoria. This and invaluable contribution to the promotion of the French language, she has received the 2018 Prix du Québec, the 2018 International Council of Canadian Studies Certificate of Merit, and the 2017 Grand Prix de la Francophonie, and she was one of 50 individuals worldwide to win the one-time Médaille August she celebrated 25 years Hommage 50e. of living in Canada, after moving Miléna is widely published here in 1994 from Hsin-Chu, as an author, editor, and Taiwan. In her words: At age translator, with several more 16, I arrived at SMS, nervous works in progress. but excited. I was greeted by warm, friendly, and cheerful As a leader in education, house mothers in Alexis Hall and she is helping students gain vividly remember the panic I the experience, credentials, felt as I was led to my residence SMS SPIRIT | 26

After graduating, I studied at UVic earning a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Chinese studies, a post-graduate diploma in applied linguistics, and a Master of Arts in applied linguistics. My experience as an international student at SMS enabled me to excel in my work as an ESL teacher and homestay coordinator for many years. I often think back to my time at the school because I believe that it helped shape the person I am today.

CONGRATULATIONS It was a celebration and a reunion for former Grade 2 teacher ROSE PROUDFOOT when she attended her daughter’s recent graduation from UBC. Congratulations to DR. JILLIAN PROUDFOOT who graduated with the degree of Doctor of Pharmacy. Jillian is doing her residency at the BC Cancer clinic.

Rose had a good catch-up with other SMS alumnae in attendance: DR. JULIA CALDER, who also received her Doctor of Pharmacy, and BARBARA EBY, both students of Rose’s in Grade 2.

Memories were also shared with Deputy Head Girl 2011 CASEY MCQUADE-EID, who was coached by Rose in high jump.

World War II. She returned to Canada as captain and was senior physiotherapist in the R.C.A.M.C. military hospital in Toronto.

Dr. Jillian Proudfoot SMS 1992–2000, Barbara Eby SMS 1999–2007, Dr. Julia Calder SMS 1999–2008, and Casey McQuade-Eid SMS 2011,

FAREWELL WENDY HOPKINS (Pinhorn) – SMS 1935, passed away on June 28, 2019. After graduating from SMS, Wendy studied physiotherapy at King’s College Hospital in London, England.

She returned to Canada in 1940 accompanying British children war evacuees. Wendy served in the Royal Canadian Army Medical Corps from 1942–1952 and was awarded the Royal Red Cross for service, having been stationed in hospitals in Canada, England, and France during

In 1966, along with her husband and children, Wendy moved back to Victoria. She was a member of the Victoria Golf Club, a Red Cross volunteer, and a traveller.

NANCY HUDAK – SMS Parent.

Nancy passed away peacefully on June 10, 2019, after a courageous third battle with cancer. We remember Nancy as a staunch SMS supporter, often at the school volunteering in Dudley’s Closet and many school events.

Wendy leaves behind two children and two grandchildren, and many friends.

GERALDINE DOBBIN – SMS 1947, passed away on February 4, 2019, as her last few years with memory loss came to an end.

Gerry was born in Kenya, and after a brief stint in Ireland, the family moved to Pender Island,

She leaves behind her partner and two sons – the centre of her world.

Nancy grew up with her three siblings and parents in Medicine Hat and Calgary.

After graduating, she worked in law firms before obtaining a Bachelor of Commerce at the University of Calgary.

She became an expert in the fields of intellectual property, patents, and licensing, skills that significantly contributed to employers over the years.

While working with TransCanada Turbines, she met her husband, George. They joyously welcomed daughter Paige in 2004.

BC. She graduated from SMS with a 96.8 percent average, the highest in BC, then began library studies at the University of British Columbia and the University of Toronto. Returning to UBC to work, she began her 34-year library career, which included 23 years with the computer systems development group. Active in her community and Anglican church, Gerry led Girl Guide groups, played badminton, lawn bowled, and sang in the choir. She leaves behind a beloved nephew.

PATRICIA MANN– SMS Staff member, passed away June 19, 2019. Patricia was an integral part of the kitchen team at Alexis Hall for 28 years. Her sense of fun lightened the school with her ever-present costumes for Halloween and mufti days.

A passionate Canucks fan, Patricia even had her nails done specially for playoffs.

The kitchen is a different place without her.

Nancy was a loving wife and mother. Her smile, infectious laughter, and ability to put others at ease will be sorely missed. Before she passed, we were honoured to give Nancy a Service with Love award for her dedication and endless support to St. Margaret’s School.

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STATS

106

Attendees at Spring Reunion 2019, spanning

75

years (Class of 1943 to Class of 2018) including

7

Head Girls.

160+

Students who have applied for the Alumnae Scholarship in the 14 years since it was established

bubbles & Chocolate Alumnae Event

Save The Date | THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21 | 6:00-8:30 pm

CONTRIBUTORS AND SPIRIT TEAM Kelley O’Grady–Editor–in–Chief Contributors–Janine Cowie, Annual Fund & Alumnae Relations Manager

Photography–Kelley O’Grady, Jeanine Stannard, John Yanyshyn, Grady Lawlor, Derek Ford & Trish Glab Art Director/ Designer–Laurie Darrah, Refinemark Copy Editor–Ruth Wilson, West Coast Editorial Associates

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