SMCS Blogs
Social Media and the Under-16 Question: What Parents Should Know
July 29, 2026
Guest Contributor
Governments around the world are taking a closer look at children's access to social media, and many families across the Greater Toronto Area are asking the same question: When is my son truly ready?
University Readiness at a Private School in Toronto: Preparing Young Men to Thrive Beyond the Grade
July 23, 2026
Guest Contributor
Most families evaluating a private school in Toronto eventually ask the same question: Will his marks get him in? It is an important question. Academic achievement opens doors. But an equally important question often goes unasked: Will he thrive once he's there?
President’s Vlog – June 2026
June 23, 2026
Fr. Andrew Leung, CSB, President
This month’s special President’s Vlog features St. Michael’s College School (SMCS) President, Fr. Andrew Leung, CSB, who shares a special goodbye message to Principal Pat Daly as he gets ready to retire this summer following more than 37 years in Catholic education. Fr. Leung also welcomes Phil Wilson as he prepares to become the 32nd principal in school history.
Principal’s Vlog – May 2026
May 28, 2026
Pat Daly, Principal
In this month’s Principal’s Vlog, St. Michael’s College School (SMCS) Principal Pat Daly details how our school’s academic clubs are more than just co-curricular programmes, they are integral to our mission of developing well-rounded and intellectually curious young men.
The Arts at SMCS: Why Creative Expression Shapes Better Men
May 21, 2026
Guest Contributor
In conversations about boys’ education, the spotlight often falls on academics and athletics. At a school known for excellence in both, some parents may assume the arts play a secondary role. At SMCS, the opposite is true.
Character First: The True Importance of Athletics in Student Development
May 01, 2026
Guest Contributor
What if the most important thing your son learns on the field has nothing to do with the final score? At St. Michael’s College School, athletics are about far more than trophies, rankings, or record books. They are part of a larger mission to form young men of character.
Principal’s Vlog – April 2026
April 30, 2026
Pat Daly, Principal
In this month’s Principal’s Vlog, St. Michael’s College School (SMCS) Principal Pat Daly reflects on the role of service in shaping student life at St. Michael’s, and how these experiences help form young men of faith and character.
Principal’s Vlog – March 2026
March 24, 2026
Pat Daly, Principal
In this month’s Principal’s Vlog, St. Michael's College School (SMCS) Principal Pat Daly shares how our individual and collective efforts bring the guideposts of a Basilian education to life and support our mission of educating young men in goodness, discipline, and knowledge.
March Break Experiential Trips: Learning Beyond the Classroom
March 17, 2026
Guest Contributor
For many families, March Break feels like a welcome pause in the academic calendar. A chance to rest, travel, or simply step away from the routines of school life. For some at St. Michael’s College School, however, this time is viewed as something more: an opportunity for meaningful growth.
Affordability & Financial Aid at SMCS
February 27, 2026
Guest Contributor
Choosing a private Catholic education is a significant decision. At St. Michael’s College School (SMCS), we understand that enrolling your son is an investment in his mind, body, and soul.