We have a very exciting announcement to share! The SCS Board of Governors has unanimously approved the appointment of Lindsay Norberg to serve as the twelfth Principal of St. Clement’s School, effective August 1, 2027.

Lindsay’s appointment comes as the result of a comprehensive search process which began earlier this year, following Principal Martha Perry’s retirement announcement. Throughout the search process, Lindsay distinguished herself as an accomplished and deeply respected leader in girls’ education whose experience, values, and approach to leadership align remarkably well with the culture of SCS and our vision for the future.

Throughout her 25-year career in education, Lindsay has led significant work in teaching and learning, student wellbeing, faculty and leadership development, strategic planning, governance, and school operations, including in her current role as Deputy Principal at Havergal College. Just as importantly, Lindsay is known as a leader who brings people together. She leads with warmth, curiosity, and integrity; builds strong, trusting relationships; and has the ability to move important work forward with both clarity and care. She combines a forward-looking vision for education with a deep belief in the potential of young people and in the power of a close-knit school community.

“From my earliest conversations with the St. Clement’s community, I was struck by the extraordinary combination of academic ambition, genuine warmth, and joy that defines the School,” says Lindsay. “I am deeply honoured to be joining a community with such a strong sense of who it is and such an exciting vision for what lies next. I look forward to listening and learning, getting to know the students, staff, families, and alums who make SCS so special, and working together to build on this remarkable foundation. It is an incredible privilege to have the opportunity to lead a school so deeply committed to developing outstanding girls and young women who are intellectually curious, courageous, and compassionate."

We are delighted that Lindsay will soon be a member of the SCS community and look forward to formally welcoming her next August.

Happy Thanksgiving, SCS! 🦃 We’re thankful for our incredible community and wish everyone a day filled with warmth, celebration, and good company.

As Sports Captain for the 2026-2027 academic year, Briony L. ’27 reflected on a journey that tested her resilience and reinforced the importance of community, both on and off the slopes. ⛷️

A lifelong athlete and passionate skier, Briony shared how an unexpected ACL injury in February 2025 brought one of her strongest seasons to an abrupt halt. While the recovery process was challenging, Briony spoke about the lessons she learned along the way. From relearning how to walk and rebuilding her strength to leaning on friends who supported her throughout her recovery, she discovered that setbacks are not signs of failure, but opportunities for growth.

Through her story, Briony encouraged students to embrace challenges, take risks, and not let the fear of failure prevent them from pursuing new opportunities. Returning to ski racing the following year taught her that resilience is not about avoiding adversity, but about finding the courage to keep moving forward when things do not go according to plan.

As Sports Captain, Briony encouraged students to get involved in teams, clubs, and school activities, emphasizing that participation and a willingness to step outside your comfort zone can lead to meaningful growth and unforgettable experiences.

SCS is coming to London, UK! Join us on Saturday, November 7 from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. for a Champagne afternoon tea to celebrate 125 years of SCS and say farewell to Principal Martha Perry `85, who is retiring at the end of the school year. RSVP by Friday, October 30 to meagan.thomas@scs.on.ca. or visit SCS Connect.

SCS is excited to welcome colleague schools on Saturday, November 21 for Staying in Relationship: Holding Community Under Pressure, our seventh EDI Conference. Schools are long-term communities; students, educators, parents, leaders, and board members continue learning and living alongside one another long after tension, disagreement, or discomfort occurs. This year’s conference theme explores what capacities help school communities remain thoughtful, connected, and capable of learning under those conditions.

Interested schools can learn more and register through the link in our bio or by reaching out to Mahlon Evans-Sinclair at mahlon.evans-sinclair@scs.on.ca.

Earlier this year, Taylor Y. ’27 was introduced as STEM Captain for the 2026-2027 academic year and shared an inspiring speech about the power of asking one simple question: What if?

Drawing on her own experience in robotics, Taylor reflected on the importance of stepping outside our comfort zones and embracing the challenges that come with being a beginner. She spoke candidly about joining VEX IQ in Grade 7, struggling with unfamiliar concepts, and ultimately deciding that robotics wasn`t for her. But two years later, she chose to give it another try, asking herself, “What if I tried again?” That decision led her to discover that STEM is about much more than science, technology, engineering, and math. At its core, she explained, STEM is driven by curiosity, creativity, and a willingness to learn.

Throughout her speech, Taylor encouraged students to see challenges as opportunities and embrace the process of learning through trial and error. Whether building a robot, joining a new club, or trying something completely unfamiliar, she reminded us that every expert was once a beginner.

She concluded with a powerful challenge to the SCS community: be curious, ask questions, take risks, and never be afraid to wonder, "What if?"

Thank you, Taylor, for reminding us that growth begins when we have the courage to try something new.

As part of our Canadian Accredited Independent Schools (CAIS) accreditation process, we are delighted to welcome the CAIS Peer Review Team, a dedicated group of educational leaders from peer independent schools across Canada, to SCS this week!

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