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From the Ground Up
foun·da·tion (fau̇n-ˈdā-shən)
1. : a basis (such as a tenet, principle, or axiom) upon which something stands or is supported
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2. : a body or ground upon which something is built up or overlaid
Students are the foundation — the heart of Aberdeen Hall. We are fortunate as a community to be able to provide our students with all that they need to shape their futures. Just as the physical foundation that was poured for our new Athletics and Wellness Centre this fall is vital to its structure, the opportunities that this space will create will be indispensable to our students’ growth.
The idea of building a foundation for students, both physically and metaphorically, is not a new concept to Aberdeen Hall. From our humble beginnings, and through the incredible generosity of our community, Aberdeen Hall has grown from 70 students on a rented site to the incredible campus that we have today, home to more than 700 students. The culture of giving at Aberdeen Hall, starting with the donation of the land that our campus sits on, has helped to complete 5 phases of capital development leading up to our 6th phase, the Athletics and Wellness Centre, set to open in early 2024.
Education is ever changing and the needs of school facilities are constantly evolving. This need for innovation presents a tremendous opportunity for us to showcase our ability to be flexible, forward thinking, and lead the way for independent schools in the Okanagan Valley.
As we continue to watch our Athletic and Wellness Centre take shape, excitement within the school grows; not only will this be the first independent school athletic facility of its kind in Kelowna, it will provide key learning opportunities for students.
A school’s gymnasium is the hub around which all parts of the school revolve, providing a space for sports and the development of a culture of fitness and well-being for students. Our Athletics and Wellness Centre will extend beyond physical health education; it will be a place for our performing arts students to showcase their talents and be a gathering space to host dances, assemblies, pep rallies, and tournaments.
