September marks 125 years since the founding of our school by Canon Thomas Wesley Powell and Constance Waugh.

Marking 125 Years

A Year of Connection

In 2026–2027, the St. Clement’s School community will come together to honour 125 years of history, connection, and Clementine spirit.

Through on-campus and online events, an archival exhibition, a speakers series, and our milestone Red Party, this year will reflect where we’ve been and look ahead to all that’s still to come.

SCS 125 Events

Events Calendar

Let’s Celebrate

September 2026

Student and Staff Birthday Party

Welcome Fair hosted by the Parents’ Association

December 2026

Jingle Mingle hosted by the Parents’ Association

Carol Service with 125th Alum Choir

Alum Holiday Party

May 2027

Alum Reunion Weekend

Saturday, May 29

June 2027

Closing Ceremonies

Graduation

Dates are subject to change.


FUN FACTS

From the Archives

1901

Where It All Began

St. Clement’s School was founded in the Parish Hall of St. Clement’s Church by Canon Thomas W. Powell and Mrs. Constance Waugh in 1901 before moving across the street to 21 St. Clements Avenue in 1922.

1901–1922

13 Pupils to Almost 100

At opening, St. Clement’s School had 13 pupils ranging in age from 5 to 21 years. By 1922, there were almost 100 students.

1917

Boys Outnumbered Girls

St. Clement’s began with both male and female students and, by 1917, boys outnumbered girls.

1930

The Red Blazer Arrives

The SCS uniform of navy tunic, white blouse, and red blazer was formally introduced in the early 1930s, with neck ties added in 1975.

1942

Posture Week

January 26 to February 1, 1942 was Posture Week at St. Clement’s, when students were encouraged to sit and stand upright at all times!

1948

The Gold Cord

The Gold Cord was introduced by the Fifth Form in 1948. Today it is known as the Gold Belt and worn with pride by all our Grads.

1960

The House System Begins

The House System came to St. Clement’s in 1960: Stuart, Tudor, Windsor, and York have been battling it out ever since.

1986

Leafs Legends on the Ice

In 1986, the SCS ice hockey team was coached by Toronto Maple Leafs legends Frank Mahovlich, a past-parent, and Eddie Shack.

1987 / 2000

Mascot Moments

In 1987, the penguin became the school mascot while Pamplemousse, our very own moose, arrived in 2000.

2006

Powell Hall Opens

Powell Hall opened in 2006 and, the following year, Beauty and the Beast became the first major musical production to be staged there.

2015

Farewell to the East Gym Carpet

The East Gym’s legendary carpet was bid a teary-eyed farewell in 2015 and replaced with a more conventional floor surface.

Contact our Advancement Team with any questions.

advancement@scs.on.ca