April In Review

Learning, Leadership, and Community in Action

Earth Day came to life across St. George’s this year. At the High School, students spent the day learning practical skills they could carry beyond the classroom. They tried visible mending to give clothing a second life, made eco-friendly cosmetics, and took part in a “Bee Craft” workshop led by visitors from Dawson College. Through play, students explored how bees gather resources, build hives, and support the natural systems around us.

At the Elementary School, our Green Team led an Earth Day assembly and a schoolyard cleanup, preparing students for a larger shoreline cleanup in Lachine. Students also explored the connection between nature and storytelling during a visit from local author Andrew Katz. Supported by the Head’s Fund, Andrew shared his newest book, Jackie’s Drawing (Le Dessin de Charlie), with Grade 2 and 3 students and led a workshop on how a love of nature can grow into a finished story. Students had the chance to ask questions, and see how curiosity can become creativity on the page.

The environmental learning continued at the Lachine shoreline cleanup. Students from Kindergarten to Grade 6 worked together to remove garbage from the shoreline, finding everything from styrofoam and old cans to rusted grills. When asked why they were there, students said that they wanted to protect local wildlife from plastic and pollution.

This month, leading up to tomorrow’s Climate March where over 1,000 students from five schools will unite for change, our Elementary School students worked on unique climate projects across every grade level. The full journey is captured in a new video narrated by Laura Officer, French Teacher and Elementary School Coordinator of Teaching and Learning, offering an inside look at our students learning projects and environmental stewardship.

Watch our Climate Action Journey video >

Sight & Sound: Reimagining Our World

This year’s Sight & Sound Celebration invited students to look at the natural world with curiosity, creativity, and care. Through art, science, design, technology, and music, students explored themes of beauty, conservation, and environmental responsibility. Grade 7 students created coral reef projects inspired by their Marine Biology studies. Grade 9 students presented sustainable fashion pieces and endangered species sculptures. Grade 8 Computer Science students added another layer to the experience by designing specialized lighting using Adafruit programming.

Visitors also had the chance to view the AP Art & Design thesis displays. These self-directed investigations shaped the students’ work throughout the year and showed the depth of their creative thinking. Bravo to our 2026 AP Art & Design artists: Sienna A., Chloe B., Sophie C., Georgia C., Xsénia H., Milo K., Scout M., Jaden M., Ruotan S., and India W.

The celebration also featured a memorable Jazz Café. The theatre was transformed, creating a warm and inviting setting for performances by our senior musicians and Jazz Band.

A special thank you to Christina Phelps, Head of the Visual Arts Department, Rana Jreidini, Visual Arts Teacher, Natassja King, Art Curator, and Eric Elliot Lee, Performing Arts Teacher, for helping bring the evening to life.

Finding Their Voice: Public Speaking and Literacy Wins

Congratulations to Derin B. in Grade 7, who won first place at the Junior QAIS Public Speaking Competition with her speech, “Why Kindness Matters.” She reminded the audience that kindness is both something we learn and something we choose.

We also celebrate our winners of the McEntyre Creative Writing Competition. With more than 1,271 entries this year, these achievements are especially meaningful. A particular highlight of this year’s competition is the work of Ryan D., who earned first place in the Grade 11 category for his poignant poem, “Khak Darya Khaneh”, which translates from Persian to “Sand Sea Home”, and tells the story of an Iranian fighter pilot who is shot down and tries to find his way back to his family.

“I feel amazing. I’ve never won a writing competition before!”

— Ryan Dargahi, Grade 11

Congratulations to all our winners including James B. in Grade 7, Oliver V. in Grade 9, Ryan D. in Grade 11, and Sophie C.-H. in Grade 11 who are invited to Victoria Hall later this month, where the Mayor and Councillors of Westmount will present their awards.

History in our Capital

Grade 10 History students travelled to Ottawa for a day of immersive learning at the Canadian Museum of History and the Canadian War Museum. By engaging directly with artifacts, exhibitions, and stories from Canada’s past, students deepened their understanding of history and the people shaped by it. These experiences help students build empathy, ask stronger questions, and connect classroom learning to the wider world.

Dragon Pride: Championship Success

It was a historic month on the futsal court. Our Senior Girls’ team won the gold medal and brought home the Championship banner after a thrilling 4–3 final victory against an undefeated team. Our Senior Boys also finished an incredible season with heart, focus, and determination. Congratulations to all our student-athletes, and a special bravo to Emilie R., who was named MVP.