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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Today, we celebrate the remarkable teachers who make St. Clement’s School such a special place to learn and grow.

As mentors, guides, and role models, they inspire curiosity and support our Clementines through every step of their SCS journey. Thank you for all that you do for our community. Happy World Teachers’ Day! 💙

The arts may look different for everyone, but their ability to bring people together is universal. In her introductory speech as Arts Captain for the 2026-2027 academic year, Sophia S. ’27 reflected on the many ways the arts have shaped her life and strengthened her connection to the SCS community. 🎭

From visual arts and musical theatre to choir, orchestra, and most especially dance, Sophia shared how creative experiences helped her step outside her comfort zone and embrace new opportunities. She spoke about the courage it took to join the String Orchestra as a young student, as well as the compassion she experienced from teachers during a memorable theatre performance and the curiosity that inspired her to audition for Chamber Choir.

Through these stories, Sophia highlighted the values of courage, compassion, and curiosity, while emphasizing the role of what she called the “secret fourth C”: community.

She also reminded us that the arts are not defined by flawless performances or perfect technique, but by their ability to help us express ourselves and connect with others.

As part of our 125th anniversary celebrations, we`re bringing voices from across the decades together for a special one-night-only alum choir performance at this year`s Carol Service on Friday, December 11 at St. Paul`s Bloor Street.

Led by former SCS music teacher Heather Newsome, this is your chance to reconnect, reminisce, and be part of a cherished school tradition. Whether you sang in the choir years ago or simply love to sing, we`d love to have you join us. Contact kayla.ramirez@scs.on.ca.