Good evening.
While my view this evening is very different than it would usually be, my feeling of gratitude for our remarkable community is stronger than ever.
I may not have the same opportunity tonight to be at St.
Category: Our Principal’s Notes
Class Visits: Process Before Product
One of the many privileges of working in and leading a school is the opportunity to witness our girls’ learning; it is a blessing to see students move from confusion and uncertainty,
Cinnamon Buns: A Lesson in Learning
On Saturday, approximately 60 St. Clement’s School community members gathered on Zoom for an amazing hour of cinnamon bun baking. The event was led by Alumna, author, and baker Jane Mason ’84,
Relationships Matter
Relationships are fundamental to St. Clement’s School; so much so that within our 2020-2025 Strategic Framework, to be launched soon, we prioritize them for our students as we believe that it is only through strong,
Echoing Energy
Most mornings, I take a brief moment to read from some of my favourite books. By now, many in our community will know that I have appreciated the sage words of Richard Wagamese as we have navigated through the months of this pandemic.
Stop to Smell the Flowers
This weekend, the saying ‘stop to smell the flowers,’ was top of mind for me. First used by golfer Walter Hagen, he said, “You’re only here for a short visit.
Learning from Loss
As I reflect on the past week and prepare for the coming one, the title of this blog means so much more than one might think. Several things have me contemplating loss and the importance of remembering what it can teach us.
Fresh Water For Flowers
This weekend I finished a book that I suspect will stay with me for years to come. I am always grateful to authors who can wrap me up in their stories,
Clementine Connections
Friday was a great day.
On my distanced walk in the hall, I received several virtual hugs from Grade 3s, spent time in a Grade 12 English class hearing from Stratford Festival actors who were in the process of producing Hamlet when COVID-19 hit,
Architects of the Future
This past Sunday I attended our annual Canadian Accredited Independent Schools (CAIS) Annual Heads’ and Chairs’ Conference with our incoming Board Chair Karen McKay. Regardless of it being virtual, I have been looking forward to reflecting on its important theme of Transcending 2020: Recovering and Reinventing.