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SMCS Spring Musical 2026 - The Addams Family

High Praise for The Addams Family Spring Musical

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<h1>Lukowski Commits to Waterloo</h1>
<p>After only three years of competitive volleyball, St. Michael’s College School (SMCS) Grade 12 student Stefan Lukowski has already made an impact in the sport, demonstrated by his recent commitment to the University of Waterloo.</p>
<p>“I chose the University of Waterloo because it combines strong academics with high-level varsity athletics,” says Lukowski. “A very strong team culture and prestigious academic programmes made commitment to the University of Waterloo a very easy decision.”</p>
<img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/smcs-athletics-stefan-lukowski-3.jpg" alt="SMCS Gr. 12 student Stefan Lukowski commits to Waterloo" width="1200" height="800" class="st-michael-img-1200" /><br><br>
<p>Lukowski will pursue the accounting and financial management co-op programme in part due to the invaluable hands-on work experience he will obtain.</p>
<p>“The programme helps to simplify working towards CPA or CFA certifications, while teaching students to adapt to changing societal conditions and tools like AI,” he adds. “Coupled with a very high employment rate right after graduation, accounting and financial management seemed like a very strong choice.”</p>
<p>Throughout his time at SMCS, this honour roll student was a recipient of a Basilian Scholarship in Grades 7, 8, and 9 after achieving the highest, second-highest, and fourth-highest average in each grade, respectively. He also received the Basilian Book Award for achieving an average of over 90 per cent in Grades 10 and 11.</p>
<img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/smcs-athletics-stefan-lukowski-1.jpg" alt="SMCS Gr. 12 student Stefan Lukowski commits to Waterloo" width="1200" height="800" class="st-michael-img-1200" /><br><br>
<p>“Stefan is an exemplary student-athlete who managed high academic integrity while, in a short time, becoming one of the most impactful volleyball players in the province,” says Alain Arseneau, SMCS teacher and volleyball coach. “His continued hard work and leadership have helped put the Senior Strikers back atop the high school rankings. His determination and role modeling will continue to serve the programme long after his departure, and he will leave behind a great legacy that will endure for many years to come.”</p>
<p>On top of maintaining excellent grades while playing for the SMCS Strikers throughout high school, Lukowski also played for Team Ontario White and Beach in 2024, receiving multiple medals in both the U17 and U18 divisions—one and two age divisions up. Lukowski then competed at the 2025 Volleyball Canada Beach Nationals in the U18 division, finishing in fourth place!</p>
<p>“SMCS taught me how to manage my time, stay disciplined, and be willing to work hard,” he says. “Managing eight classes, with five SMCS practices a week, taught me how to make the most of my time and maintain a healthy schedule. It ingrained a strong desire to strive for excellence and to become the best version of myself. I was also taught how to make the most of the resources available to me, and how to lead both on the court, in the classroom, and outside of school.”</p>
<img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/smcs-athletics-stefan-lukowski-2.jpg" alt="SMCS Gr. 12 student Stefan Lukowski commits to Waterloo" width="1200" height="800" class="st-michael-img-1200" /><br><br>
<p>When he’s not playing volleyball, Lukowski’s co-curricular schedule is full performing in the SMCS Jazz, Concert, and Trip bands on alto and tenor sax as well as moderating the Politics Club and the Blue Anglers Fishing Club. He was also a member of the Varsity Ultimate team in 2024-25.</p>
<p>“The culture within the volleyball programme at SMCS is like no other,” says Lukowski. “Having players of all skill levels and experience come together towards a common goal taught me a lot about myself and how to be a good leader and teammate. Working with some of the most knowledgeable and talented coaches in the volleyball community helped me become the player I am today.”</p>
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SMCS Gr. 12 student Stefan Lukowski commits to Waterloo

Lukowski Commits to Waterloo

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<h1>Teamwork and Quick Thinking on Display at 23rd Annual Mock Trial</h1>
<p>The 2026 Justice J.B. Shaughnessy Mock Trial at St. Michael’s College School (SMCS) gave Grade 12 law students the opportunity to step into a courtroom setting and get a first-hand look into the legal system.</p>
<p>Designed as a simulated court proceeding, the event allowed students to assume the roles of lawyers and witnesses and present legal arguments before a panel of judges. With eight judges presiding over the proceedings, the atmosphere closely mirrored a real courtroom, adding both intensity and authenticity to the experience.</p>
<img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/smcs-moot-court-1.jpg" alt="23rd Annual Justice J.B. Shaughnessy Mock Trial at SMCS" width="1200" height="800" class="st-michael-img-1200" /><br><br>
<p>Students worked in teams preparing their cases, focusing on legal research, argument development, and oral presentation skills. Each side was responsible for presenting a clear, persuasive argument, responding to the judges&#8217; questions, and defending their position with evidence and reasoning. The judges&#8217; questioning challenged students to think on their feet, demonstrating not only their knowledge of the case but also their ability to communicate effectively under pressure.</p>
<p>Throughout the day, students showcased impressive levels of preparation, and professionalism. The mock trial emphasized key skills such as critical thinking, collaboration, and public speaking. It also highlighted the importance of organization and attention to detail, as students needed to construct logical arguments and anticipate counterarguments from the opposing side.</p>
<p>“What stood out was how prepared and focused the students were,” says Dr. Daniel Lumsden ’96, community engagement and learning lead. “They worked through complex arguments, challenged each other’s positions, and handled the back-and-forth with confidence. Along the way, they built skills that don’t just apply to law—things like clear communication, teamwork, and quick thinking.”</p>
<img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/smcs-moot-court-2.jpg" alt="23rd Annual Justice J.B. Shaughnessy Mock Trial at SMCS" width="1200" height="800" class="st-michael-img-1200" /><br><br>
<p>The presence of eight judges added increased credibility and provided students with diverse perspectives and feedback. Their questions and evaluations pushed participants to refine their thinking and elevate their performance throughout the day.</p>
<p>Congratulations to Georgios Koutoumanos on being named top oralist and winner of the St. Thomas More Legal Advocacy &amp; Shaughnessy Family Award. His success reflected not only strong legal reasoning and preparation, but also exceptional communication and teamwork.</p>
<p>“The mock trial was an incredibly rewarding experience. It taught me to stay calm under pressure, think on the spot, and speak with confidence,” says Koutoumanos. “I am proud of what I accomplished, thankful for my teammates, and grateful to Mr. Tropea for the guidance he has given us.”</p>
<img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/smcs-moot-court-3.jpg" alt="23rd Annual Justice J.B. Shaughnessy Mock Trial at SMCS" width="1200" height="800" class="st-michael-img-1200" /><br><br>
<p>Beyond the competition itself, the event served as another important experiential learning opportunity for students.</p>
<p>“Students gained a deeper understanding of how the legal system operates and how arguments are structured and evaluated in a courtroom setting,” adds Lumsden. “They were also provided with valuable insight into potential future pathways in law, politics, and public service, while helping students build confidence in their abilities.”</p>
<p><em><strong>Related links:</strong></em></p>
<p><a href="/programmes/academics/" aria-label="SMCS Academics">SMCS Academics</a></p>
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SMCS Mock Trial Top Oralist Georgios Koutoumanos

Teamwork and Quick Thinking on Display at 23rd Annual Mock Trial

News And Events

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<h1>Media</h1>
        <p class="large">For media inquiries, please contact:</p>
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Office: 416 653 3180 x292 | Cell: 647 242 2226<br />
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<h2>MEDIA RELEASES</h2>

MARCH 4, 2026<br />
<a href="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/smcs-media-release-new-principal-2026.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Media Release: St. Michael’s College School appoints new Principal</a>
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JANUARY 7, 2026<br />
<a href="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/TEDxSMCS-Youth-Media-Release-Jan-7-2026.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Media Release: St. Michael’s College School Prepares For First Ever TEDxYouth Event</a>
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MAY 26, 2025<br />
<a href="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/SMCS-Media-Release-OSM-2025-Inductees.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Media Release: St. Michael’s College School Announces 2025 Inductees into the Order of St. Michael</a>
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JANUARY 27, 2025<br />
<a href="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/SMCS-Media-Release-Cameron-Branch-Jan-2025-1.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Media Release: Cameron Branch, Strength &amp; Conditioning Coach</a>
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JANUARY 22, 2025<br />
<a href="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/SMCS-Media-Release-Ivan-Zanatta-Jan-2025.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Media Release: Ivan Zanatta, SMCS U18 Prep Hockey Head Coach</a>
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NOVEMBER 12, 2024<br />
<a href="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/media-release-2-for-book-launch-at-HHOF.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Media Update: Hockey Hall of Fame Book Launch</a>
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OCTOBER 7, 2024<br />
<a href="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Hockey-Priest-Book-Launch.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Book Launch at the Hockey Hall of Fame Celebrates "Hockey Priest: Father David Bauer and the Spirit of the Canadian Game"</a>
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FEBRUARY 1, 2024<br />
<a href="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/smcs-media-release-feb1-2024.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">St. Michael's College School Unveils New Brand Campaign in Conjunction with NHL All-Star Game</a>
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<h2>MEDIA COVERAGE</h2>
FEBRUARY 11, 2026<br />
<a href="https://www.catholicregister.org/item/3450-fr-bauer-and-catholic-olympians-of-faith" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Fr. Bauer and Catholic Olympians of faith</a>
<br />The Catholic Register<hr />
FEBRUARY 10, 2026<br />
<a href="https://www.torontotoday.ca/local/education/toronto-private-schools-increased-demand-amid-tdsb-troubles-11848754" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Toronto private schools see increased demand amid TDSB troubles</a>
<br />Toronto Today<hr />
FEBRUARY 6, 2026<br />
<a href="https://www.catholicregister.org/item/3421-st-mike-s-student-takes-to-ice-for-canada-at-olympics" target="_blank" rel="noopener">St. Mike’s student takes to ice for Canada at Olympics</a>
<br />The Catholic Register<hr />
JANUARY 12, 2026<br />
<a href="https://www.catholicregister.org/item/3296-st-mike-s-te-dx-talk-redefines-perspectives" target="_blank" rel="noopener">St. Mike’s TEDx Talk redefines perspectives</a>
<br />The Catholic Register<hr />
NOVEMBER 3, 2025<br />
<a href="https://toronto.citynews.ca/2025/11/03/high-school-hooper-turning-heads-as-he-sets-his-sights-on-post-secondary-basketball/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">High school hooper turning heads as he sets his sights on post-secondary basketball</a>
<br />CityNews<hr />
SEPTEMBER 20, 2025<br />
<a href="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Toronto-Star-SMCS-Sponsored-Article-2025.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Building leaders through service — how St. Michael’s College School inspires boys to give back</a>
<br />Toronto Star<hr />
SEPTEMBER 18, 2025<br />
<a href="https://youtu.be/_NXcWaoQml8" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Order of St. Michael</a>
<br />CHINTV<hr />
SEPTEMBER 17, 2025<br />
<a href="https://d97pdw6wu0.wpdns.site/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Panoram-Article-SMCS.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Oh What A Day! September 8, 1964</a>
<br />Panoram Italia<hr />
SEPTEMBER 4, 2025<br />
<a href="https://www.newspapers-online.com/auroran/aurora-teacher-to-be-honoured-by-toronto-independent-school/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Aurora teacher to be honoured by Toronto independent school</a>
<br />The Auroran<hr />
AUGUST 14, 2025<br />
<a href="https://www.catholicregister.org/item/2629-order-of-st-michaels-honours-four-school-alumni" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Order of St. Michael's honours four school alumni</a>
<br />The Catholic Register<hr />
APRIL 22, 2025<br />
<a href="https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/video/9.6732357" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Pope Francis became influential voice in climate fight</a>
<br />CBC<hr />
MARCH 30, 2025<br />
<a href="https://www.nhl.com/news/topic/outdoors/nhl-and-ducks-unlimited-canada-team-up-to-tell-stories-of-hockey-greats-getting-started-outdoors" target="_blank" rel="noopener">‘Playing outdoors was everything’ to Duff growing up</a>
<br />NHL.com<hr />
MARCH 3, 2025<br />
<a href="https://www.ronfanfair.com/home/2025/3/3/onyx-initiative-is-a-gamechanger-for-young-people-aspiring-to-work-in-corporate-world" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Onyx Initiative is a gamechanger for young people aspiring to work in corporate world</a>
<br />Ron Fanfair<hr />
FEBRUARY 12, 2025<br />
<a href="https://www.coachesontario.ca/articles/from-athlete-to-mentor-coach-kurt-downes-journey-of-resilience-and-empowering-the-next-generation/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">From Athlete to Mentor: Coach Kurt Downes’ Journey of Resilience and Empowering the Next Generation</a>
<br />Coaches Association of Ontario<hr />
OCTOBER 3, 2024<br />
<a href="https://www.catholicregister.org/item/37204-students-find-healing-in-listening-circle/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Students find healing in Listening Circle</a>
<br />The Catholic Register<hr />
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024<br />
<a href="https://danilodjuricic.wixsite.com/danilodjuricic/post/goodness-discipline-and-knowledge-st-michael-s-college-school-my-foundation-to-success/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">"Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge": St. Michael's College School, my foundation to success.</a>
<br />Online Blog<hr />
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024<br />
<a href="https://www.wkhm.com/2024/09/13/lumen-christi-to-take-on-toronto-st-michael/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Lumen Christi to take on St. Michael’s College School of Toronto</a>
<br />WKHM<hr />
MAY 3, 2024<br />
<a href="https://www.catholicregister.org/features/arts/item/36735-for-fr-bauer-the-person-came-before-the-hockey-player" target="_blank" rel="noopener">For Fr. Bauer, the person came before the hockey player</a>
<br />The Catholic Register<hr />
APRIL 10, 2024<br />
<a href="https://theathletic.com/5370308/2024/04/10/sam-dickinson-nhl-draft-2024/?source=user_shared_article" target="_blank" rel="noopener">How Sam Dickinson became one of the top prospects in the 2024 NHL Draft</a>
<br />The Athletic<hr />
MARCH 15, 2024<br />
<a href="https://torontosun.com/sports/hockey/nhl/toronto-maple-leafs/leaf-time-machine-st-michaels-college-keeps-irish-ties-strong" target="_blank" rel="noopener">LEAFS TIME MACHINE: St. Michael's College School keeps Irish tie strong</a>
<br />Toronto Sun

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High Praise for The Addams Family Spring Musical

Lukowski Commits to Waterloo

Teamwork and Quick Thinking on Display at 23rd Annual Mock Trial

Leadership in Training | Camp (Camp Wanakita)

Leadership in Training | Camp (2 x Buses | Departure)

Leadership in Training | Camp (Camp Wanakita)

Leadership in Training | Camp (Camp Wanakita)

Leadership in Training | Camp (2 x Buses | Return)

Mother's Day

St. Michael's Music Department presents | Spring Concerts (Grade 9/10 Ensembles)

Ascension Day

St. Michael's Music Department presents | Spring Concerts (Senior Ensembles)

Victoria Day

The 2025-2026 Athletic Banquet

Pentecost