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<h1>Introducing: New Faculty and Staff for 2022-23</h1>

<p>As we begin a new school year at St. Michael’s College School (SMCS), we welcome each of our new faculty and staff members to the SMCS community.</p>

<h2>New Faculty</h2>

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				<td><img loading="lazy" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/daly-300x300-1.jpg" alt="SMCS James McKinnon Administration, Principal" width="300" height="300" /></td>
				<td><strong>Pat Daly – Principal</strong><br />
			Mr. Daly joins SMCS as its 31st principal, bringing with him 33 years as a Catholic educator, with more than 22 years of diverse leadership experience. He began his career in 1989 as a secondary school teacher with Halton Catholic District School Board (HCDSB), and for the next 25 years, he was promoted to a variety of roles of progressive responsibility, including department head, secondary school vice principal, and secondary school principal. In 2015, Mr. Daly was appointed to the position of Superintendent of Education for Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board, and in 2018 returned to the HCDSB as Director of Education.</td>
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				<td><img loading="lazy" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/patrick-gamble-400x400-1.webp" alt="Patrick Gamble, SMCS teacher" width="400" height="400"/></td>
				<td><strong>Patrick Gamble – Religion Teacher</strong><br />
			With his commitment to Catholic education and Catholic social teachings, Mr. Gamble is resolved to teach and coach youth in a school like SMCS. Mr. Gamble has a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Education from Western University. He has taught with the HCDSB and assisted co-curricular programmes of lacrosse, volleyball, and student council. Leading up to becoming a teacher, Mr. Gamble worked with various camps in the towns of Milton and Oakville, coordinating inclusion programmes for campers who need assistance with behaviour management plans. </td>
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				<td><img loading="lazy" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/andrew-kos-400x400-1.webp" alt="Andrew Kos, English and Civics teacher at SMCS" width="400" height="400" /></td>
				<td><strong>Andrew Kos – Civics and Core English Teacher</strong><br />
			Mr. Kos completed his Honours Bachelor of Kinesiology and his Master of Teaching at the University of Toronto. He was a guest teacher at SMCS last year and completed one of his practicum requirements with the school. Among other accomplishments, on the volleyball court, he was the head coach of the Junior National Team with Volleyball Canada in 2021, and is looking forward to teaching and coaching SMCS students.</td>
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<h2>New Staff</h2>

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				<td><img loading="lazy" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/chantal-da-cruz-400x400-1.jpg" alt="SMCS Chantal Da Cruz, Administrative Assistant" width="400" height="400"  /></td>
				<td><strong>Chantal Da Cruz – Administrative Assistant – Main Office</strong><br />
			Ms. Da Cruz started in her role as Administrative Assistant in the Main Office in February 2022.</td>
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				<td><img loading="lazy" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/neal-sukhraj-400x400-1.jpg" alt="Neal Sukhraj, SMCS Employee Relations Advisor" width="400" height="400"  /></td>
				<td><strong>Neal Sukhraj – Employee Relations Advisor</strong><br />
			Mr. Sukhraj has a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Guelph, completed his Human Resources Management certificate from Toronto Metropolitan University, and has his Canadian Certified Logistics Professional Designation. Prior to this role, Mr. Sukhraj worked in the human resources field for over nine years in the distribution and auto sectors. He practices martial arts and enjoys spending time with his family.</td>
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				<td><img loading="lazy" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/thakkar.jpg" alt="SMCS Romil Thakkar IT HelpDesk" width="400" height="400" /></td>
				<td><strong>Romil Thakkar &#8211; IT Helpdesk Support</strong><br />
			Mr. Thakkar started with the school in September 2021 and became employed in his current role as IT Helpdesk Support in November 2021.</td>
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				<td><img loading="lazy" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/salahuddin-ahmed-400x400-1.webp" alt="SMCS | Salahuddin Ahmed, IT" width="400" height="400"/></td>
				<td><strong>Salahuddin Ahmed &#8211; IT Department</strong><br />
			Mr. Salahuddin Ahmed joined the IT Department in September 2022 on a short-term basis to assist the team with IT information systems and security.</td>
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				<td><img loading="lazy" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/abhishek-kaira-400x400-1.webp" alt="SMCS Abhishek Kaira, Staff Accountant" width="400" height="400" /></td>
				<td><strong>Abhishek Kaira – Staff Accountant</strong><br />
			Mr. Kaira joined the Finance Department as the new Staff Accountant. He has a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Delhi University and two graduate certificates from Seneca College; one in Global Hospitality Operations and another in International Business Management. He has worked in accounting for more than five years, in hospitality and manufacturing.</td>
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				<td><img loading="lazy" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/smcscrest-faculty-nophoto.jpg" alt="SMCS school crest" width="400" height="400" /></td>
				<td><strong>Angie Venosa – Administrative Assistant – Main Office</strong><br />
			Ms. Venosa will be joining the Main Office team as an Administrative Assistant at the end of September. She has a Bachelor of Arts from York University and a Law Clerk Diploma from Seneca College. She worked for over nine years with a law firm in Toronto as a Clerk, and then as a Legal Administrative Assistant. You will find her working alongside Ms. Da Cruz in the Main Office. </td>
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				<td><img loading="lazy" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/smcscrest-faculty-nophoto.jpg" alt="SMCS school crest" width="400" height="400" class="alignright size-full wp-image-9022" srcset="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/smcscrest-faculty-nophoto.jpg 400w, https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/smcscrest-faculty-nophoto-300x300.jpg 300w, https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/smcscrest-faculty-nophoto-150x150.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px" /></td>
				<td><strong>Sergio Baksh – Arena Operator</strong><br />
			Mr. Baksh has joined the Arena team to continue to keep the operation of the arena running as smoothly as possible. Mr. Baksh has a background working in several arenas over his career and has also worked in the Toronto film industry as well.</td>
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<h2>Returning Faculty</h2>

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				<td><img loading="lazy" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/benzacar_400x400.jpg" alt="SMCS Staff Liat Benzacar, Student Wellness Office" width="400" height="400" /></td>
				<td><strong>Liat Benzacar – Student Wellness Officer</strong><br />
			Ms. Benzacar returns from her maternity leave to her role as the school’s Student Wellness Officer.</td>
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				<td><img loading="lazy" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/mcdonald_400x400.jpg" alt="mcdonald" width="400" height="400" /></td>
				<td><strong>Samantha McDonald – Art and Core Teacher</strong><br />
			Mrs. McDonald returns from her maternity leave to teach Visual Art and Core.</td>
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<h2>Current Staff with New Roles</h2>

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				<td><img loading="lazy" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/agbontaen.jpg" alt="SMCS Annette Agbontaen, Administrative Assistant, Main Office" width="400" height="400" /></td>
				<td><strong>Annette Agbontaen &#8211; M<em>porium</em> Manager and Buyer</strong><br />
			Ms. Agbontaen moved to her new role as the M<em>porium</em> Manager and Buyer in July 2022. She has worked for the school since 2018 as an Administrative Assistant in the Main Office. </td>
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				<td><img loading="lazy" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/cordoni_400x400.jpg" alt="SMCS Staff Claudio Cordoni, Claudio Cordoni, Information Technology" width="400" height="400" /></td>
				<td><strong>Claudio Cordoni &#8211; IT and Innovation Manager</strong><br />
			After three and a half years serving the SMCS IT team as the IT Systems Administrator, Mr. Cordoni has been promoted to the position of IT and Innovation Manager.</td>
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				<td><img loading="lazy" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/scott_400x400.jpg" alt="SMCS Shane Scott Arena Operator" width="400" height="400" /></td>
				<td><strong>Shane Scott &#8211; Arena Manager</strong><br />
			With 22 years as part of the school’s arena staff, Mr. Scott takes over for the long-serving Rob Tunney ’81 as Arena Manager.</td>
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				<td><img loading="lazy" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/blaik.jpg" alt="SMCS Administration Daniel Blaik, Dean of Students" width="400" height="400" /></td>
				<td><strong>Daniel Blaik &#8211; Vice Principal-Dean of Students </strong><br />
			During the summer of 2022, Mr. Blaik assumed the title of Vice Principal – Dean of Students.</td>
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				<td><img loading="lazy" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/tunney_400x400.jpg" alt="SMCS Robert Tunney &#039;81 Arena Manager" width="400" height="400" /></td>
				<td><strong>Deacon Robert Tunney ’81</strong><br />
			Rob Tunney will be assisting Andrew Kiel, Coordinator of Spiritual Life on a part-time basis to assist with Masses and other Spiritual Life activities.</td>
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Introducing: New Faculty and Staff for 2022-23

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<h1>Back to School – Double Blue Style</h1>
<p>Whether up at camp or back on campus, St. Michael’s College School (SMCS) staff and students had a welcomed return following the summer break.</p>
<p>The first week of school saw Grades 7 and 9 students and senior student leaders embark on their outdoor and experiential education programme at Camp Wanakita with ALIVE Outdoors.</p>
<figure id="attachment_10797" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-10797" style="width: 1200px" class="wp-caption alignright"><img loading="lazy" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-back-to-school-2022-1.webp" alt="SMCS | First day of school, heading to camp" width="1200" height="801" class="size-full wp-image-10797" srcset="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-back-to-school-2022-1.webp 1200w, https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-back-to-school-2022-1-300x200.webp 300w, https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-back-to-school-2022-1-768x513.webp 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-10797" class="wp-caption-text">SMCS students and student leaders getting ready to head off to Camp Wanakita.</figcaption></figure>
<p>Students in Grades 8, 10, 11, and 12 had a much more regular return to classes with the first non-cohorted start to school in two years.</p>
<p>Check out the video below featuring moments from our community’s first week back at SMCS.</p>
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SMCS | First day of school, heading to camp

Back to School – Double Blue Style

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<h1>SMCS Community Connects Through the Links</h1>
<p>For over 40 years, the St. Michael’s College School (SMCS) Annual Golf Tournament has been bringing together alumni, parents, friends, and business partners connected to the school. The tournament has been a fundraising staple for the school, raising in excess of $650,000 since its inception along with building many friendships within the school community.</p>
<img loading="lazy" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-annual-golf-tournament-2022-1.webp" alt="SMCS Annual Golf Tournament | 2021" width="1200" height="800" class="alignright size-full wp-image-10767" srcset="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-annual-golf-tournament-2022-1.webp 1200w, https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-annual-golf-tournament-2022-1-300x200.webp 300w, https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-annual-golf-tournament-2022-1-768x512.webp 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /><br><br>
<p>This year’s tournament will take place on Monday, September 19, at the beautiful Woodington Lake Golf Club with a 9 a.m. shotgun start. Currently, there is very limited availability in the tournament for those that might be interested. <a href="https://www.mysmcs.com/annual-golf-tournament-" rel="noopener" target="_blank" aria-label="Learn more and secure one of the remaining spots">Learn more and secure one of the remaining spots</a>.</p>
<p>However, the annual tournament is not the only place to find our community on the links. Small groups of alumni and friends have started their own traditions of uniting together on the greens.</p>
<h2>How one man brought many together</h2>
<p>In 1981, Gene Cuccia ’52, OSM, decided to reconnect with as many of his classmates who played hockey and football from 1948 to 1952. To his surprise, approximately 80 guys showed up at his house to kick off the inaugural get-together.</p>
<p>“They were the happiest days of my life,” recalls Cuccia. In 1995, the reunion evolved to include an annual golf game at Streetsville Glen to which many more SMCS grads and friends attended.</p>
<p>With the closing of Streetsville Glen, the venue moved to Bloomington Downs, and it was here that Leo McArthur ’55, a boarder and friend of many of the grads, offered his course to continue the camaraderie. McArthur died in 2016, however his son Blair and his grandson Dylan have carried on wishes by hosting the tournament. So continues the tradition every September when alumni from the 50s and 60s gather to celebrate their friendship and collective memories of SMCS. The golf organizers are now represented by: Dave Keon &#8217;60, Tom Micallef &#8217;56, Ed Rosar &#8217;65, Frank Rosar &#8217;66, Bob Pallante &#8217;59, and Joe Younder ’56.</p>
<img loading="lazy" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-annual-golf-tournament-2022-4.webp" alt="Streetsville Glen golf tournament for hockey and football players at SMCS" width="1200" height="800" class="alignright size-full wp-image-10766" srcset="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-annual-golf-tournament-2022-4.webp 1200w, https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-annual-golf-tournament-2022-4-300x200.webp 300w, https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-annual-golf-tournament-2022-4-768x512.webp 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /><br><br>
<h2>Buddies Annual Golf Tournament for Cancer</h2>
<p>Led by Anthony Scilipoti ’90, the Buddies Annual Golf Tournament is rooted in another SMCS tradition – hockey! After Scilipoti graduated university, a group of friends, including many SMCS grads, put together a hockey team called the Northwest Devils. In 1994, they were awarded $500 for winning the Bill Bolton Consolation Men&#8217;s Hockey Championship. They decided to use the prize money to start a golf tournament and BBQ. Looking back, it was a decision that ultimately led to an annual event that has raised nearly $100,000 for cancer-related charities with the 2021 tournament bringing in a record $15,000.</p>
<img loading="lazy" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-annual-golf-tournament-2022-2.webp" alt="Buddies Annual Golf Tournament for Cancer | SMCS" width="1200" height="900" class="alignright size-full wp-image-10768" srcset="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-annual-golf-tournament-2022-2.webp 1200w, https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-annual-golf-tournament-2022-2-300x225.webp 300w, https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-annual-golf-tournament-2022-2-768x576.webp 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /><br><br>
<p>This year, the 29th Annual Buddies Open was held on September 11 at Bethesda Grange Golf Course in Stouffville followed by the traditional BBQ and pool after-party. Almost all the original Devils still participate along with a large SMCS contingent, plus many friends, colleagues, and their families. All are always welcome. It’s a scramble format for fun and is put on for a great cause! For more information, please visit <a href="http://www.buddiesopen.com">www.buddiesopen.com</a><span>.</span></p>
<h2>The Grade 12 graduates of 2003</h2>
<img loading="lazy" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-annual-golf-tournament-2022-3.webp" alt="Class of 2003 Annual Golf Tournament &amp; Reunion | SMCS" width="1200" height="828" class="alignright size-full wp-image-10769" srcset="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-annual-golf-tournament-2022-3.webp 1200w, https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-annual-golf-tournament-2022-3-300x207.webp 300w, https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-annual-golf-tournament-2022-3-768x530.webp 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /><br><br>
<p>Inspired by the traditions of other classes, the Class of 2003 (Grade 12) held their inaugural Golf Tournament &amp; Reunion at Wooden Sticks Golf Course in 2016. The annual event has grown each year, a testament to the unique camaraderie and school spirit fostered at SMCS, and now regularly features approximately 15 per cent of the 2003 Grade 12 graduates. Beginning with a group brunch, followed by 18 holes and dinner, the reunion provides ample opportunity to reminisce and keep in touch with fellow classmates. With the 7th Annual Tournament &amp; Reunion quickly approaching on September 18, the alumni are thrilled to incorporate a charitable component by establishing the Class of 2003 Bursary which will make a meaningful and targeted impact on the lives of future SMCS students. For more information, please contact Pat Kavanagh &#8217;03 through the Advancement Office.</p>

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<h1>Grade 12 Student Recognized for Outstanding Service</h1>

<p>With the passion and commitment to service instilled in him at St. Michael’s College School (SMCS), one Grade 12 student was recently recognized for his outstanding contribution as a volunteer for Tennis Canada at the National Bank Open in Toronto.</p>
<p>This past summer, at just 17 years old, Joshua Carroll-Leong was named Volunteer of the Year by Tennis Canada, becoming the youngest recipient in the organization’s history to receive the honour.</p>

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<p>“Being presented the volunteer of the year award out of 1,200 volunteers was very special,” says Carroll-Leong. “I can confidently say I did not see it coming, but it was nice to see that all my work and hours were recognized. I know that I did not take this role looking for recognition, but it was a great honour for me, and definitely a humbling experience.”</p>
<p>Raphael Leong, Joshua’s father, noted the qualities that made his son a perfect fit for the award, “Joshua is not only dedicated to his team, but he steps up to find solutions for them. The tournament had many challenges over the 10 days, but Joshua learned from those around him how to build team morale by always stepping up to support and help any team volunteer on-site and member of the public to make the tournament experience memorable.”</p>
<h2>An outstanding service award and an important leadership role</h2>
<p>Carroll-Leong started volunteering with Tennis Canada and the <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank" aria-label="National Bank Open">National Bank Open</a> in 2019. In addition to receiving the volunteer award this year, he was also selected to be a captain.</p>
<p>“I think we were both taken aback and honoured to learn he had been chosen this year to fill this role. We never would have thought Tennis Canada would select such a young person to help lead such an important committee that would be front and centre in front of cameras and the public,” says his dad.</p>
<p>“My committee was in charge of overseeing all on-court player requests and ensuring that everything was ready for play. This included bringing the match bags to courts which consisted of towels and balls while also ensuring all drink coolers and air-conditioning units were stocked,” says Carroll-Leong.</p>
<p>“Going into this year’s tournament, I was undeniably nervous knowing I would be out of my comfort zone. I learned a lot along the way, and I was very fortunate to work under someone I am proud to call a mentor, teacher, and role model.”</p>
<p>He adds, “Throughout the tournament, I learned to better delegate and trust my team members rather than always trying to do things on my own.”</p>
<p>According to Carroll-Leong, his family collectively has over 100 combined years of volunteer service at this tournament.</p>

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<p>“My family has a deep and rich history with the tournament, dating back to when my father was a ball kid/captain and committee head as a teenager,” he says. “My grandmother continues to volunteer, reaching 40 consecutive years of service this year, and my grandpa has surpassed over 15.”</p>
<h2>A true pillar of service at SMCS</h2>
<p>Service at SMCS is ingrained in the student experience from the moment they step foot in the yellow brick halls to their first walk through the Students’ Arch at their graduation.</p>
<p>“SMCS has taught our son the value and importance of how privilege/opportunities also carry great responsibility. The Basilian motto of educating the whole person through goodness, discipline, and knowledge has really had an impact on our son&#8217;s day-to-day outlook and how he carries himself in the community,” says Josh’s dad, Raphael. “My son has relished all of the school leadership opportunities afforded to him, beginning in Grade 9 as a Student Ambassador, to becoming a Grade Rep for the past two years, and now Head of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) group.”</p>
<p>His dad adds, “Josh has also learned the importance of teamwork and sportsmanship through his participation in various varsity sports, including swimming, alpine skiing, and tennis. Lastly, having the opportunity to be part of Tower Media as a daily announcer has opened his eyes to public speaking and the importance of non-verbal communication. Everything he has done through SMCS has led him to this moment, so we cannot thank the school enough, particularly the teachers, administration, and coaches, for their dedication and time.”</p>

<figure id="attachment_10712" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-10712" style="width: 1200px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-josh-caroll-leong-service-story-2.webp" alt="The 2021 National Bank Open" width="1200" height="857" class="size-full wp-image-10712" srcset="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-josh-caroll-leong-service-story-2.webp 1200w, https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-josh-caroll-leong-service-story-2-300x214.webp 300w, https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-josh-caroll-leong-service-story-2-768x548.webp 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-10712" class="wp-caption-text">Carroll-Leong started volunteering with Tennis Canada and the National Bank Open in 2019.</figcaption></figure>

<p>For Carroll-Leong, he is grateful to SMCS for solidifying his desire to get more involved in his community and is proud that he can take what he learns through these experiences back to his school to make it a better place.</p>
<p>“I am not surprised to hear of Joshua receiving such great recognition from Tennis Canada on being the volunteer of the year, as he has been outstanding with his work as an ambassador for our school with Admissions events with prospective families and students,” says Chris De Piero ’87, Associate Director of Admissions and faculty moderator of the Student Ambassador programme. “He embodies everything that St. Michael’s College School stands for. His willingness to be an example of what servant leadership and volunteerism are all about is a great example for our community. We are grateful for Josh’s involvement and certainly congratulate him on his award.”</p>
<h2>A passion for serving the community</h2>
<p>At SMCS, students must accumulate above and beyond the required 40 hours of community service. Students are expected to complete 20 of those hours before May of their Grade 10 year and must complete an additional 20 hours of Christian service in Grades 11 and 12 as well as participate in a Service Day.</p>

<figure id="attachment_10719" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-10719" style="width: 1200px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-josh-caroll-leong-service-story-5.webp" alt="Joshua Carroll-Leong, SMCS Student Ambassador during Welcome Days" width="1200" height="800" class="size-full wp-image-10719" srcset="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-josh-caroll-leong-service-story-5.webp 1200w, https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-josh-caroll-leong-service-story-5-300x200.webp 300w, https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-josh-caroll-leong-service-story-5-768x512.webp 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-10719" class="wp-caption-text">Joshua Carroll-Leong has been a SMCS Student Ambassador since he was in Grade 9.</figcaption></figure>

<p>“Outside of school, I volunteer when the opportunity presents itself, whether through local organizations or simply helping a neighbour shovel the snow or move something heavy,” says Carroll-Leong. “I think that giving back is one of the most important things I can do. I know how fortunate and privileged I am, and it is my mission to give back whenever I can.”</p>
<p>“Volunteering and getting involved can open your eyes to perspectives you may never have seen,” he says. “There is so much we can learn through volunteering and giving back to your community.”</p>

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Joshua Carroll-Leong and his mom volunteering for Tennis Canada.

Grade 12 Student Recognized for Outstanding Service

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<h1>It&#8217;s Out! New Viewbook Expands Interactive Experience</h1>
<p>Take a stroll through some of the highlights of the academic year that was and peek into what the future has to offer in the 2022-23 St. Michael&#8217;s College School (SMCS) Viewbook.</p>
<p>This annual publication also features a digital version with bonus, interactive content (text and video links) to further discover and explore.</p>
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<p>New this year — a larger viewbook with more photos, statistics, and testimonials and a deeper interactive experience, to learn about the SMCS community.</p>
<p>The 34-page book includes a glimpse into all aspects of school life — academics, arts, athletics, activities, and other programming — with perspectives from current students, parents, alumni, and others.</p>
<p>There are also snapshots from the archives about the school&#8217;s 170-year history.</p>
<p>Explore the print or digital version and get immersed!</p>
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<h1>On A Mission: Acts of Service During the Papal Visit to Canada</h1>
<p>This was no ordinary time.</p>
<p>&#8220;I received a phone call in early June about the possibility of helping out at the Papal Mass at Commonwealth Stadium in Edmonton,&#8221; recounts Fr. Andrew Leung, CSB, President of St. Michael&#8217;s College School (SMCS).</p>
<figure id="attachment_10622" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-10622" style="width: 450px" class="wp-caption float-left"><img loading="lazy" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-fr-leung-papal-visit-1.webp" alt="Fr. Andrew Leung, CSB, SMCS President with confreres during papal visit" width="450" height="600" class="size-full wp-image-10622" srcset="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-fr-leung-papal-visit-1.webp 450w, https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-fr-leung-papal-visit-1-225x300.webp 225w" sizes="(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-10622" class="wp-caption-text">Fr. Andrew Leung, CSB (far right) with his confreres during the papal visit, along the waters of Edmonton&#8217;s Lac Ste. Anne, described as the &#8220;largest annual pilgrimage site for Indigenous Peoples and Catholics in Western Canada.&#8221;</figcaption></figure>
<p>&#8220;My first reaction was surprise! I had heard about his potential visit to Edmonton, Quebec City, and Iqaluit but never thought much about it,&#8221; he says.</p>
<p>All of that changed in a virtual instant.</p>
<p>Pope Francis&#8217; historic &#8216;penitential pilgrimage&#8217; to Canada in late July 2022 to apologize for the Catholic Church&#8217;s involvement in government-run residential schools for Indigenous children — was a 6-day-visit that would typically take months, even years to plan.</p>
<p>This papal visit followed a decidedly different script.</p>
<p>A confluence of factors including the pontiff&#8217;s health, COVID-19 restrictions, and other planned travel, meant that Pope Francis&#8217; highly anticipated visit to Canada was organized in just over 120 days.</p>
<p>The brisk timeline, along with a stream of logistics, moving parts and details called for all hands on deck.</p>
<p>In this case, experienced hands.</p>
<p>&#8220;The Archdiocese of Edmonton wanted somebody with experience running and organizing papal liturgies,&#8221; says Fr. Leung, himself a native of Calgary, Alberta.</p>
<p>&#8220;I was involved in organizing and coordinating the International Liturgy Group for World Youth Day 2005 in Cologne, Germany,&#8221; he continues. &#8220;The final Papal Mass there was for a million people.&#8221;</p>
<p>A far cry from the 60-thousand faithful originally forecast for the outdoor mass at Edmonton&#8217;s Commonwealth Stadium.</p>
<p>This, coupled with Fr. Leung&#8217;s familiarity with the surrounding area — he served as pastor in two parishes in Edmonton — made him a natural fit to help this time around.</p>
<p>His valued experience afforded him a front row seat on history.</p>

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<img loading="lazy" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-fr-leung-papal-visit-2.webp" alt="Fr. Leung, CSB and fellow priests preparing for the Papal Mass." width="1200" height="800" style="max-width: 650px; padding-top:10px;" />
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<p>&#8220;I was one of the 10 assistant Master of Ceremonies for the mass,&#8221; says Fr. Leung. &#8220;We were assigned tasks like directing traffic on the stage/sanctuary for the altar servers, readers, priests, bishops, and cardinals, and making sure the bishops were vested properly and grouped in the right order of the procession. Another was to ensure the torch bearers entered and exited the stage/sanctuary at the right time. I was to also make sure a section of eucharistic ministers were in the right place at the right time on the field with their attendants holding up umbrellas for easy recognition when communion was being distributed.&#8221;</p>
<p>And then there were the tasks taking place behind the scenes, including: ironing of vestments for all presiders and participants, ensuring all necessary liturgical furniture and equipment (vessels, candles, etc.) were transported to the stadium and fit for use, among other duties.</p>

<figure id="attachment_10625" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-10625" style="width: 1200px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-fr-leung-papal-visit-4.webp" alt="Fr. Andrew Leung in front of the popemobile." width="1200" height="900" class="size-full wp-image-10625" srcset="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-fr-leung-papal-visit-4.webp 1200w, https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-fr-leung-papal-visit-4-300x225.webp 300w, https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-fr-leung-papal-visit-4-768x576.webp 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-10625" class="wp-caption-text">Fr. Andrew Leung, CSB, in front of the &#8216;popemobile&#8217;, specifically designed for use by the Pope during public appearances.</figcaption></figure>

<p>The visit marked the fourth time Fr. Leung has been in the presence of the head of the Catholic Church.</p>
<p>&#8220;I have met previous popes — St. John Paul II twice in Rome, Benedict XVI in Cologne — and now Francis in Edmonton,&#8221; says Fr. Leung, who was ordained to the priesthood in 2008.</p>
<p>&#8220;What struck me was the tension with it being a penitential papal visit, a solemn time to remember the harms that were committed and welcoming the Holy Father in a subdued celebratory way,&#8221; he continues. &#8220;It was definitely not like the World Youth Day excitement, dancing, and singing. Rather it was an occasion to remember in a penitential setting.&#8221;</p>
<p>Also rare — a pope visiting the same city more than once. Edmonton was the first city in Canada to welcome a pope in 1984. During that visit, Pope John Paul II held a mass attended by more than 100,000.</p>
<img loading="lazy" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-fr-leung-papal-visit-5.webp" alt="Fr. Leung, CSB and fellow priests preparing for the Papal Mass." width="1200" height="800" class="float-left" style="max-width:650px; padding-top:10px;" />
<img loading="lazy" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-fr-leung-papal-visit-6.2.webp" alt="A rosary given to Fr. Andrew Leung by the Pope." width="600" height="800" style="max-width:310px; padding-top:10px;" /><br><br>
<p>Thirty-eight years later, a different pope, a different purpose.</p>
<p>The final attendance for the 2022 outdoor mass hovered around 40,000 people.</p>
<p>And for Fr. Leung, the significance of the moment remained profound.</p>
<figure id="attachment_10643" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-10643" style="width: 1200px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-fr-leung-pope-vatican.webp" alt="Fr. Andrew Leung meeting Pope Francis at the Papal Mass. " width="1200" height="800" class="size-full wp-image-10643" srcset="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-fr-leung-pope-vatican.webp 1200w, https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-fr-leung-pope-vatican-300x200.webp 300w, https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-fr-leung-pope-vatican-768x512.webp 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-10643" class="wp-caption-text">Photo courtesy of: &copy; Vatican Media</figcaption></figure>
<p>&#8220;I am always reminded of how big and universal the Catholic Church is,&#8221; he says. &#8220;Even when dealing with the bishops and cardinals as they were getting ready for the opening procession. You are reminded that not all the bishops are Latin Rite, some are Eastern Rite (Ukrainian and Maronite). I am also reminded that the Papal Mass is just like a regular mass I celebrate every day and Sunday. Except this time, it is with the Holy Father and much larger!&#8221;</p>

<p>And as he continues to process and preserve the memories of six historic days, on the heels of several hectic weeks, Fr. Leung looks forward to the future impact of the papal visit.</p>
<img loading="lazy" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-fr-leung-papal-visit-7.webp" alt="Papal Mass at Commonwealth Stadium in 2022." width="1200" height="656" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-10621" srcset="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-fr-leung-papal-visit-7.webp 1200w, https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-fr-leung-papal-visit-7-300x164.webp 300w, https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/smcs-fr-leung-papal-visit-7-768x420.webp 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /><br><br>
<p>&#8220;I believe the legacy of Pope Francis&#8217; visit to Canada will be significant,&#8221; he says. &#8220;The Canadian Church and Indigenous Peoples might not see the effects immediately, but the leadership of the Canadian Church is quite aware of the commitment that they have made in walking together with their Indigenous partners to reconcile, heal, and remember the wrongs of the past, especially with the residential school system.&#8221;</p>

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Fr. Andrew Leung meeting Pope Francis at the Papal Mass.

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 <br />Toronto Star <br />
<hr />SEPTEMBER 8, 2021 <br />
 <a href="https://www.macleans.ca/education/private-school/sponsored-inspiring-youth-activism/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Educators are inspiring a new generation of social justice warriors</a>
 <br />Maclean&#8217;s <br />
<hr />AUGUST 26, 2021 <br />
 <a href="https://learn.futuredesignschool.com/pages/futureofeducation" rel="noopener" target="_blank">The Future of Education Report</a>
 <br />Future Design School <br />
<hr />AUGUST 17, 2021 <br />
 <a href="https://runningmagazine.ca/special-feature/ua-diversity-series-kurt-downes/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Under Armour Diversity Series: Kurt Downes</a>
 <br />Canadian Running <br />
<hr />JULY 29, 2021 <br />
 <a href="https://www.thestar.com/sports/olympics/opinion/2021/07/29/tokyo-olympics-amounts-to-an-unprecedented-moment-for-canadian-distance-running.html" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Tokyo Olympics amounts to an unprecedented moment for Canadian distance running</a>
 <br />Toronto Star <br />
<hr />JULY 28, 2021 <br />
 <a href="https://www.complex.com/sports/justyn-knight-tokyo-olympics-feature" rel="noopener" target="_blank">How Justyn Knight Went From Dead Last to Canada’s Newest Olympic Hope</a>
 <br />Complex <br />
<hr />JULY 27, 2021 <br />
 <a href="https://windsorstar.com/sports/time-with-lancers-helped-canadian-olympic-track-and-field-coach-downes-learn-to-give-back-to-the-sport" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Time with Lancers helped Canadian Olympic track and field coach Downes learn to give back to the sport</a>
 <br />Windsor Star <br />
<hr />JULY 19, 2021 <br />
 <a href="https://texassports.com/news/2021/7/19/mens-basketball-mens-basketball-signs-marcus-carr.aspx" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Men’s Basketball signs Marcus Carr</a>
 <br />University of Texas Athletics <br />
<hr />JULY 5, 2021 <br />
 <a href="https://theathletic.com/2669095/2021/07/05/justyn-knight-ran-to-improve-his-mark-in-gym-class-now-he-hopes-to-get-a-medal-at-this-years-olympics/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Justyn Knight ran to improve his mark in gym class. Now, he hopes to get a medal at this year&#8217;s Olympics – The Athletic</a>
 <br />The Athletic <br />
<hr />JUNE 14, 2021 <br />
 <a href="https://www.theglobeandmail.com/sports/articl-after-covid-19-shut-down-racing-for-a-year-canadian-justyn-knight/?cmpid=rss&#038;utm_source=dlvr.it&#038;utm_medium=twitter" rel="noopener" target="_blank">After COVID-19 shut down racing for a year, Canadian Justyn Knight running faster than ever</a>
 <br />The Globe and Mail <br />
<hr />JUNE 3, 2021 <br />
 <a href="https://3downnation.com/2021/06/03/miami-dolphins-promote-rising-canadian-scout-chris-rossetti/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Miami Dolphins promote rising Canadian scout Chris Rossetti</a>
 <br />3DownNation <br />
<hr />MAY 25, 2021 <br />
 <a href="https://www.logitech.com/en-us/video-collaboration/resources/think-tank/articles/school-readiness-continuity-planning.html?utm_campaign=PostBeyond&#038;utm_source=LinkedIn&#038;utm_medium=Social&#038;utm_term=Article%3A+Best+Practices+in+Education+for+Readiness+%26+Continuity+Planning" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Best Practices in School Readiness &amp; Continuity Planning for Short and Long Term Closures</a>
 <br />Logitech <br />
<hr />MAY 9, 2021 <br />
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 <br />CBC <br />
<hr />APRIL 19, 2021 <br />
 <a href="https://www.itweb.co.za/content/O2rQGMAn83Qqd1ea" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Competing with the Internet</a>
 <br />ITWeb <br />
<hr />APRIL 2021 <br />
 <a href="https://issuu.com/lazarusbleau/docs/hor_mar21_final_regular/46" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Educating Tomorrow&#8217;s Leaders Today (Pg. 47)</a>
 <br />Horizon Lifestyle <br />
<hr />MARCH 24, 2021 <br />
 <a href="https://www.oursportscentral.com/services/releases/fraser-valley-bandits-re-sign-team-mvp-dpoy-malcolm-duvivier-for-2021/n-5676201" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Fraser Valley Bandits Re-Sign Team MVP, DPOY Malcolm Duvivier for 2021</a>
 <br />OurSports Central <br />
<hr />MARCH 11, 2021 <br />
 <a href="https://www.cbc.ca/sports/olympics/summer/trackandfield/track-and-field-justyn-knight-winning-mentality-1.5945013" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Winning mentality has Justyn Knight thinking big ahead of Tokyo Olympics</a>
 <br />CBC <br />
<hr />FEBRUARY 10, 2021 <br />
 <a href="https://www.thestar.com/sponsored_sections/2021/02/08/smcs-grads-get-startup-boost-from-their-alma-mater.html" rel="noopener" target="_blank">SMCS grads get startup boost from their alma mater</a>
 <br />Toronto Star <br />
<hr />JANUARY 27, 2021 <br />
 <a href="https://nationalpost.com/sponsored/news-sponsored/st-michaels-college-school-students-gaining-real-world-knowledge-from-experts-in-their-field" rel="noopener" target="_blank">St. Michael’s College School students gaining real-world knowledge from experts in their field</a>
 <br />The National Post <br />
<hr />NOVEMBER 8/12, 2020 <br />
 <a href="https://www.cbc.ca/news/health/covid-ventilation-virus-transmission-1.5779916" rel="noopener" target="_blank">How businesses and schools are dealing with airborne COVID-19 and preparing for a winter indoors</a>
 <br />CBC &#8211; The National <br />
<hr />SEPTEMBER 29, 2020 <br />
 <a href="https://www.parentscanada.com/schools/st-michaels-college-school/st-michaels-college-school/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Private School Spotlight</a>
 <br />Parents Canada <br />
<hr />SEPTEMBER 26, 2020 <br />
 <a href="https://torontolife.com/private-schools/qa-david-fischer-st-michaels-college/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Q&amp;A: David Fischer, Director of Admissions of St Michael’s College</a>
 <br />Toronto Life <br />
<hr />SEPTEMBER 12, 2020 <br />
 <a href="https://www.thestar.com/sponsored_sections/2020/09/09/helping-students-raise-the-bar-of-achievement-for-themselves.html" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Helping students raise the bar of achievement for themselves</a>
 <br />Toronto Star <br />
<hr />JUNE 24, 2020 <br />
 <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=slnOjl-62Vs&#038;feature=youtu.be" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Hope from Home &#8211; Episode 25</a>
 <br />Salt and Light Media <br />
<hr />JUNE 13, 2020 <br />
 <a href="https://torontosun.com/sports/hockey/nhl/toronto-maple-leafs/once-a-leaf-garry-monahan" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Once a Leaf: Garry Monahan</a>
 <br />Toronto Sun <br />
<hr />JUNE 11, 2020 <br />
 <a href="https://basilian.org/en/2020/06/11/basilian-high-schools-transition-to-distance-learning" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Basilian High Schools Transition to Distance Learning</a>
 <br />Basilian.org <br />
<hr />APRIL 30, 2020 <br />
 <a href="https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/1731998787956" rel="noopener" target="_blank">The race to develop a COVID-19 vaccine</a>
 <br />CBC <br />
<hr />APRIL 19, 2020 <br />
 <a href="https://stmichaelscollege-my.sharepoint.com/:w:/r/personal/bertolini_smcsmail_com/_layouts/15/Doc.aspx?sourcedoc=%7B8ed410fe-5a1f-4a22-a221-254684b3037c%7D&#038;action=edit&#038;wdLOR=c5C60458E-5C7E-454A-A7FD-4D11D792B0F8&#038;wdPid=606ae2c2" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Fraser Valley Bandits sign former Oregon State talent Malcom Duvivier</a>
 <br />Abbotsford News <br />
<hr />FEBRUARY 26, 2020 <br />
 <a href="https://beachmetro.com/2020/02/26/corrections-cares-helps-out-volunteers-with-out-of-the-cold-program-at-beach-united-church/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Corrections Cares helps out volunteers with Out Of The Cold program at Beach United Church</a>
 <br />Beach Metro Community News <br />
<hr />FEBRUARY 24, 2020 <br />
 <a href="https://www.pressreader.com/canada/toronto-star/20200222/282703344120572" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Student learning enriched through mentorship</a>
 <br />The Toronto Star <br />
<hr />FEBRUARY 7, 2020 <br />
 <a href="https://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/adv/article-parents-play-a-leading-role/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Parents play a leading role</a>
 <br />The Globe and Mail <br />
<hr />FEBRUARY 7, 2020 <br />
 <a href="https://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/adv/article-athletics-belong-alongside-academics/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Athletics belong alongside academics</a>
 <br />The Globe and Mail <br />
<hr />JANUARY 31, 2020 <br />
 <a href="https://nationalpost.com/sponsored/news-sponsored/toronto-school-weaving-wellness-in-where-it-matters" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Toronto school weaving wellness in where it matters</a>
 <br />The National Post <br />
<hr />JANUARY 6, 2020 <br />
 <a href="https://leaderpost.com/news/local-news/warmington-meet-canadas-new-hockey-hero-akil-thomas/wcm/772ec71d-bab5-4c3e-9fac-dc149bf9a1a0" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Meet Canada&#8217;s new hockey hero, Akil Thomas!</a>
 <br />Regina Leader-Post
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