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A new year: Tyler Lewis welcomes our community on Opening Day.
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From Moulton Hill: Head of School's message
The BCS Bulletin
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International Baccalaureate at BCS
fall 2017 volume 76 issue 2 On the front cover: The 2017–18 school year marks BCS’ first as an International Baccalaureate World School.
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A great new beginning: The
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Catching Up with Major Turner
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Redefining Cadets
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Alumni Spotlight
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School News
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Alumni Community Events
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Class Notes
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Milestones
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Report on Giving 2016–17
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From Moulton Hill social-emotional growth. It also shines like a well-polished boot, as an example of the first initiative in our strategic plan: Stimulate the ongoing growth of knowledge, skills, and character in our students through continual development of challenging and appealing programs that encourage the pursuit of excellence. Our spirit of innovation is balanced with a keen appreciation for our history, and you will find more about BCS’ Cadet Corps No. 2, and the inspiring people who have been connected to it over the years, in the following pages. As well, if you spend time with this latest version of The BCS Bulletin, you will learn about the International Baccalaureate (IB), which is inspiring every member of our community to stretch their boundaries and redefine themselves in a more studentcentred and globally-connected way. The Only three days after all our students
what had once focused mainly on marching
IB has challenged our faculty and students
arrived on Moulton Hill to start the 2017–18
and standing at attention to morph into an
in the most obvious of ways, as it has
school year, we all travelled north of Quebec
opportunity to build community has result-
pushed forward our professional develop-
City for our newly dubbed “Orientation and
ed in great joy, challenge, appreciation, and
ment, curriculum, teaching, and learning.
Adventure Weekend.” Together, the stu-
respect for each individual. By allowing for
As often happens, optimizing our academic
dents, faculty, and staff were offered
innovation, our Cadets program connects
program led us to question things we had
challenges and opportunities that were
with the best of 21st Century educational
not considered in years, such as the new
rooted in building community through
practices and creates a space for healthy
academic schedule, created by our faculty,
shared experiences—remarkable shared experiences. White-water rafting, helicopter rides, mountain biking, water sports, and a
BISHOP’S COLLEGE SCHOOL
playful twist on hide-and-seek: “Find the
mission: We create a caring community of learning and development where cultures
Prefects.” The development we prioritize in
connect and individuals matter. Our commitment to excellence in academics, well-
those earliest days is to instill a deep sense
ness, athletics, creativity, and service contributes to a lifetime of engagement and
of belonging for all our students. Before we
global competence.
venture into the pursuit of academic challenges and discoveries, we first commit to building security, connectivity, and a trust of relationships, so each member of our community feels known and appreciated. This weekend would not have such a
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Major Gilles Nichols and Cadets Canada.
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Their willingness to innovate and allow
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About this series Over the next five issues of The Bulletin, we will draw into focus our strategic plan, Our Voices, Our Plan, Our Future. The first in this series is our current issue, in which we highlight “Pursuing Excellence” and the great strides forward we are making as we proudly assume ownership of this initiative. That value is laced through the articles found in this magazine—from the IB origin and implementation story, to the focus on our exceptional Cadets program and its past and present leaders, to the spotlight on alumni who continue to excel in all aspects of their lives. We hope it inspires you to also Pursue Excellence. Subsequent issues of the magazine will explore: 1. Pathways to Excellence (in this issue) 2. Campus as Community 3. Engaged Communication 4. Promoting Professional Growth 5. Proudly Building the Plan
which has spawned evolution in every
you to explore some of our signature pro-
aspect of our operations. Our kitchen is
grams within the pages of this publication,
serving meals on a split schedule, select
and come visit us soon to see our strategic
classrooms and offices have been trans-
planning transformed into action.
formed, and our community is bounding forward together.
From Moulton Hill,
Although inclusive planning articulated our roadmap to the future, it is the connection of thoughtful planning with the commitment, understanding, and instincts
Tyler L. Lewis
of great educators that has brought inno-
Head of School
vation to life at BCS. By this time of year,
Bishop’s College School
the opening experiences of orientation and adventure have matured into more complex relationships where an understanding of the person and the learner in each child is appreciated and being developed. I invite
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Since its beginning in 1968, the International Baccalaureate has become a world leader in fostering rigorous study, intellectual zeal, and creative collaboration.
A great new beginning: The International Baccalaureate at BCS Imagine a rain storm whipping through the
boned with barbed wire and potted with
paper entitled “Teaching for Peace: Is it
leaden streets of Geneva. A woman strug-
landmines. Millions have perished, the
Possible?” After weeks of passionate writ-
gles through the puddles on her bicycle,
wounds of unspeakable horrors are still
ing, Maurette is finally ready to publicize
pummeled by unpredictable gusts of wind.
fresh, and yet Russia and the West seem to
the basic principles of an educational pro-
The year is 1948. Europe is in ruins after
be mobilizing for more.
gram that seeks to help young people
World War II. Millions of students have not
The woman on the bicycle is Marie-
flourish as internationally-minded citizens
been able to attend school due to five
Thérèse Maurette, Head of the
and play a critical role in promoting peace
years of international conflict. Cities of cul-
International School of Geneva. Her desti-
and prosperity.
ture, history, and learning have been laid
nation is the post office. In her panier lies
waste. Productive farm land is still rib-
a thick envelope containing a working
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Acquisition, Individuals and Societies, Sciences, Mathematics, and the Arts. In each subject area, students are encouraged to read widely and carefully, think critically, organize information, challenge conventions, and communicate their understanding with clarity and conviction. Alongside these intellectual goals, each field of study offers multiple opportunities for international and multicultural understanding. The Studies in Language and Literature provides works in no fewer than 55 languages for study. IB students may wish to read Shakespeare in English, Molière in French, Cervantes in Spanish, and Honglou Meng in Mandarin, to name only a few. The emphasis on language acquisition—a core subject area in itself— aims to create real competency in at least one foreign language. Some subject areas lend themselves easily to international study. The Individuals and Societies component offers students the opportunity to study social and cultural anthropology, world history, business and management, and many more. Some subject areas, such as matheThe two-year Diploma Programme is designed to provide comprehensive coverage of six key subject areas.
matics, do not at first glance lend themselves to an international perspective. But approached properly, the study of mathematics can also prompt fascinating
dents at Bishop’s College School in
relevant today as it was in the ruins of Eu-
international and historical revelations in
Quebec, Canada, rise to another day of
rope in 1948. Could Maurette have
the Diploma Programme. Where did the
intellectual, physical, and creative exertion.
foreseen the Soviet annexation of Hungary,
idea of ‘zero’ come from? Why were num-
In doing so, they proudly follow the princi-
Czechoslovakia, and the Baltic States?
bers of such importance to early Greek
ples of their school’s 112-year history,
Could she have anticipated the arms esca-
thinkers such as Pythagoras? How did busi-
principles which emphasize a well-rounded
lation of the Cold War, or the subsequent
ness accounting practices in early
education that prepares students for ful-
dissolution of nation states and the emer-
Mesopotamia contribute to the evolution
filling lives and responsible global
gence of ethnic conflicts around the world?
of math? How did Chinese mathematics
citizenship. Little do the spirited students
Perhaps not, but she did understand that
complement significant discoveries in
know they already embody much of what
responding to these problems requires
astronomy?
Marie-Thérèse Maurette is trying to cap-
people who respect individual differences
ture with her manuscript in faraway
and cultures, and have learned how to
dents to think about other cultures and
Europe—a manuscript that will soon
solve problems through rigorous study, in-
world history, but also encourage the sort
become one of the hearthstones of the
tellectual zeal, and creative collaboration.
of cross-disciplinary thinking that is central
International Baccalaureate.
Since its beginning in 1968, the
Questions like these not only lead stu-
to the International Baccalaureate. The
International Baccalaureate has become a
study of sciences, for example, includes an
Educating for Peace: Academic Excellence and International Awareness
world leader in fostering these qualities in
interdisciplinary course entitled
its students. The two-year Diploma
Environmental Systems and Societies,
Programme is designed to provide compre-
which involves classroom study and field
The need to educate for peaceful collabo-
hensive coverage of six key subject areas:
work that analyze the scientific, political,
ration and compassionate leadership is as
Language and Literature, Language
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master the complexities of entrepreneurship, the rigours of scientific research, and the challenges of artistic expression, while at the same time exploring their own individual pathway to excellence. Marie-Thérèse Maurette and the other early pioneers of the IB program could hardly anticipate the rapid pace of economic growth, the speed and complexity of global trade, the nature of scientific discovery, or the digital revolution that has transformed how people share ideas and information from every corner of the world. But, just as the IB program prepares students for peaceful world citizenship, it also prepares them for life’s unexpected changes and challenges. For even though the community spirit is Our faculty are passionate about bringing the IB to BCS and have worked tirelessly over the
celebrated in the IB, the educational
past two years to prepare new courses and train new pedagogy practices.
approach is still student-centred. The pedagogy revolves around the belief that
continued from page 6
The Extended Essay, a long paper of
each and every student has a native
social, and ethical issues that emerge out
4,000 words, is a self-directed project that
genius, and that his or her fields of inter-
of environmental challenges. In the wake
allows students to explore one of the six
est and passion will flourish through
of this year’s hurricane season, BCS stu-
academic subject areas in greater detail.
proper encouragement and cultivation.
dents will be looking at the resultant
With the help of a supervisor, students
This focus on the individual’s educational
crises from both a scientific and a socio-
learn how to formulate an appropriate
path means not only that students devel-
logical perspective. And not only that, they
research question or argument, how to
op deep knowledge, but also that they
may be sitting down to lunch with a class-
conduct research, organize large amounts
learn how to learn and become increasing-
mate from the Caribbean or Florida, whose
of information, and present material in a
ly able to adapt to change and take
family back home has directly suffered the
clear and compelling fashion. Long essays
advantage of opportunities before them.
impact of the severe weather.
are one of the finest ways to prepare stu-
Seen in this way, the Ivory Tower
dents for undergraduate university study,
becomes a dynamic flight tower with win-
The Core Curriculum
and every student pursuing the full
dows to all sides, from where flights of
In addition to the six academic subject
Diploma Programme is required to com-
fancy are safely supported by deep knowl-
areas, the IB curriculum also includes three
plete this project.
edge and tested principles. An interest in
core elements: The Theory of Knowledge
The third component of the core cur-
fashion may lead to an apprenticeship with
course (TOK), the Extended Essay, and a
riculum—Creativity, Activity, Service
a shoe designer in Milan, Italy. A passion
component called Creativity, Activity, Serv-
(CAS)—exposes students to the arts and
for sailing may lead to an internship with
ice (CAS). These three core elements
other areas of creative endeavour. It also
Maersk in Copenhagen, or to a scientific
encourage students to think critically and
emphasizes physical exertion and commu-
expedition in the Arctic. A fascination with
deeply about the academic subject areas
nity involvement that require students to
nuclear physics may compel a young engi-
while also learning to apply the knowledge
develop hands-on experience outside the
neer to join a team of scientists at the
in creative and socially-minded ways.
classroom. The creative and practical
CERN facility in Switzerland. With the IB
nature of this core area develops an apti-
‘passport’ in hand, students will find doors
which requires an oral presentation and a
In the Theory of Knowledge course,
tude for teamwork and leadership,
opening all over the globe.
1,600-word essay, students are encour-
together with other key competencies for
aged to carefully consider how knowledge
future challenges at home and abroad.
The International Baccalaureate and BCS: A Natural Fit
and how certain methods of obtaining
Passport to the future
The process of implementing the Interna-
knowledge may prejudice the conclusions
Right now, over a million IB students in
tional Baccalaureate at BCS has been an
we reach.
more than 140 countries are learning to
exciting one. Faculty and staff have been
is structured, how we know what we know,
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challenged by additional curriculum and procedures, and it has been three years of hard work to get everything and everyone ready. “But it’s been good for us,” says Tyler Lewis with a smile, speaking on behalf of the teachers. “Thoughtful change is healthy, and I think external accountability and an emphasis on professional development are good things. It keeps us connected to global best practices and a broader education community.” The integration of the IB at BCS is a great accomplishment, and yet it will not dramatically alter how things are done. BCS will not be simply ‘another IB school.’ It will always be uniquely BCS, and none of what gives the school its renown and character will be lost. It just so happens the IB program fits BCS like a glove. According to the IB learner profile, stu-
Amber Rommens, Senior School Academic Coordinator, and Roxane Vigneault, Director of Academics, pose with our official IB certification.
dents are expected to strive to be knowledgeable thinkers and inquirers, but
and ease of movement for its graduates
also principled risk-takers with the ability
worldwide. While each individual BCS stu-
have been delighted to visit and get a
to be balanced and reflective communica-
dent works together with faculty and
guided bicycle tour of the school grounds
tors—qualities that are all in perfect
advisors to establish an exciting trajectory
and beyond. To her, and to the founders of
harmony with the mission of BCS. The
of higher education and opportunity, the IB
BCS, the key to a happy, productive, and
international scope is not meant to under-
will contribute with an internationally-
successful life is to embody the very core
mine this process of self-realization, rather
acclaimed certification that serves as an
ideals and values that one wishes to find in
to enrich it with a holistic understanding of
entry ticket to schools and universities
local and global communities: an interna-
academic subjects and of one’s own poten-
worldwide.
tional spirit, respect, intellectual humility,
tial agency in the world. Long before the IB was even born,
Over the years, BCS has accumulated a
Marie-Thérèse Maurette would surely
peace, and prosperity. These values do not
proud track record of placing students at
come easily, for they require a commit-
BCS had its Cadet Corps—the oldest in
top universities in North America and
ment to academic excellence, physical
Canada. And BCS students already benefit
abroad. Not only are BCS graduates regu-
zeal, and creative community engagement.
from Round Square, Outward Bound, and
larly placed at Ivy League schools in the
Only through an open-minded attitude and
the Duke of Edinburgh programs, which
US, they have also been accepted at King’s
a hungry curiosity about life outside the
align beautifully with IB requirements.
College London, Trinity College (Dublin), and
school gates will a student learn to
Throughout its long history, BCS has
EPEIGE—Business School of Management
embrace cultural differences and the chal-
embraced innovation and inclusion, and the
(Paris), to name a few from the past five
lenges of an ever-changing world. Both the
school continues to be a vibrant communi-
years. The hope is that the IB certification
International Baccalaureate and Bishop’s
ty that never rests lazily on the laurels of
will further encourage and facilitate this
College School embrace these values and
its traditions. For decades, BCS students
existing trend.
objectives, and the partnership will ensure
have ventured to distant corners of the
a continued vibrancy and exciting new
cooperation. Just in the past five years,
Conclusion: Citizens of a better world
Kenya, Iceland, Morocco, and Argentina
For generations, BCS students have gone
have been among the destinations. And
on to be leaders in their communities
through the years, BCS graduates have
throughout the world and to live out the
continued to demonstrate a solid commit-
promise embedded in the school’s mission
ment to philanthropy and lifelong learning.
statement to leverage their BCS experi-
world promoting intercultural respect and
With the IB as another arrow in its quiver, BCS is investing in future options
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Opposite page: David Turner’s career at BCS spanned many different responsibilities and titles, including Director of Athletics.
Last Seen at Centre Stairs… Lewis Evans, BCS’65, catches us up with Major David Turner Major David Turner has not moved far from
he mentioned this to another guest who
BCS; he leads an active and happy life in
promptly told him about a school with a
career that would see him become
And so his career at BCS began: a
North Hatley.
Cadet Corps that was looking for a new CO.
Director of Athletics, Houseparent of
He retired in June of 2005. He was 64
Turner submitted his CV, David Cruickshank
McNaughton, the person in charge of
years old, and had spent 20 years with the
got a reference from an old friend who was
school discipline, co-ordinator of Round
Royal Marines before almost 30 with the
a Royal Marine officer, and Headmaster
Square, and Deputy Head.
school. BCS lost his steady hand, his level
John Cowans finally tracked Turner down in
head, his calm, smart, decisive contribu-
Northern Ireland where he was now on
been his world-class common sense. (It has
tion—his strength of character.
peacekeeping duty. An offer was made
been said that he has more common sense
with a salary that was “absolutely huge”
than any other eight people put together!)
with Parkinson’s disease. Three years
(by Royal Marine standards at least), and
He brought this to each of these jobs, and
later, his wife, Illoma Carr, (BCS Counsellor
David brought his wife and two young boys
a good example is when he took on the
and University Advisor) succumbed to
to Canada in January 1976.
discipline file—or as he put it, “became the
In January of 2006, he was diagnosed
ovarian cancer. We who know him were not surprised
He remembers feeling a bit “bamboo-
One of David’s strengths has always
new head of the KGB!” Here, he rewrote
zled” upon arrival. He was expecting an
the Code of Conduct, complete with
when he took his diagnosis in stride, and
Officer Training School, like Sandhurst or
expectations and rules, and with the con-
then battled back from the body blow of
West Point or RMC. What he found was BCS
sequences that would follow when
losing Illoma. She had predicted that he
with a Cadet Corps that was on probation,
students went “off track.” It was published,
would not be alone for long, and as was so
and about to be kicked out of Cadets
and every student received it, and equally
often the case, she was right. Within a year,
Canada if things didn’t improve fast.
important, every parent received it too.
David had met the poet, musician, writer,
Discouraged? No, that is not in David
This went a long way toward taking the
and Unitarian-Universalist minister, Carole
Turner’s character. He rewrote the pro-
debate out of sanctions. The “head of the
Martignacco, and they are now married.
gram, took it to the Headmaster, and said,
KGB” was respected, trusted… and there-
“This is what we should do; if we can’t do
fore popular.
But how did this Royal Marine, who had served for 20 years around the world, who knew little about Canada and nothing
it, then withdraw us from Cadets Canada.”
David loved all the jobs he had at BCS,
Cowans backed him. The whole school
and when I pressed him to decide which he
about BCS, wind up in Lennoxville? It’s a
went to Camp Wilvaken in the fall for the
preferred, cadets or athletics, he answered
good story, and one he recounted to me as
first Cadet Camp, and David set about
immediately, “Athletics, because it was so
we sat down at his house this past
changing the culture of the program, trying
consistently positive…” But, he added,
September.
“to cut out the shouting and screaming”
there was nothing that matched the pride
and to give more responsibility to students,
he felt on the day of the Cadet Inspection:
part of a Commando Unit on a ship passing
In 1975, he was a Staff Sergeant and
young and old, as teachers of field craft,
“The pomp, the circumstance… and no one
through Montreal. He liked what he’d seen
orienteering, basic first aid, and so on.
knows how hard it is to march on grass.”
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At left: A Royal Marine, Major David Turner and his family moved to Moulton Hill in January 1976 when he accepted the position of Commanding Officer of the BCS Cadet Corps. Above: Old friends Lewis Evans, BCS’65, and David Turner share a laugh at the Turner residence.
turned over to the students, and to see
However, he is open and frank about it, and
himself at the time as a cocky ex-marine in
them deliver.
finds humour in many situations.
his mid-thirties—one with all the answers.
However, the job he appreciated the
For example, he was a volunteer at the
Slowly, mutually, the edge came off both
most was being Houseparent. It was back
North Hatley Library back in the days when
sides and they grew together. Now he
in the 80s when the Houseparents were
he rocked unconsciously from side to side.
spends a bit of time most days on
effectively an admin team, running the
A little boy came to get his book stamped
Facebook, and he is always excited to hear
student life side, but more than this added
and asked, “Sir, why are you dancing?”
which former student has had a baby, got
“clout,” David felt that in this job he could
David laughed, and answered, “Because I’m
a degree, a promotion, or (egad!) retired.
make the biggest difference with the
happy. I’m happy to see you children get-
David is proud of BCS, comforted to
students in his charge.
ting books to read. Reading is wonderful.”
know that enrolment is bursting at the
Asked which years he enjoyed the most,
Now, David runs an exercise class twice
seams, excited to think of the possibilities
he focused on the last two or three, when
a week for balance and strength. It is
for its secure and developing future. He is
as Deputy Head, he had his systems in
mostly attended by older people, and, as
glad to see that the Cadet program contin-
place, a strong voice in the running of the
he has always done, David demonstrates
ues to evolve in the direction he set over
school, and the respect of students and
the exercise for the rest to copy. One time
40 years ago, and happy that sports con-
staff alike. However, he had begun to real-
he had them stand with legs apart, and
tinue to be a vital component of the BCS
ize that he wasn’t Peter Pan after all; he
arms stretched to the sides, parallel to the
education.
wasn’t blessed with eternal youth. He was
floor. He then realized that everyone was
having trouble keeping up with those
doing as he was, even to the constant
jobs) and they paid me for it, a good place
younger than himself (as we all were), and
shake of the right hand. He laughed, and
to live, good education for both of my
he had stumbled a couple of times when in
so did everyone else. (So much for the
sons; I’ve got a lot to be thankful for.”
front of the school. Nobody noticed, but he
steady hand mentioned earlier!)
did, and he decided that the time had come to retire. There is no question that the Parkinson’s
He said “BCS gave me a good job (well,
As does BCS.
He recently shared with me that he felt that BCS and David Turner were made for each other. He describes the school he
has slowed him down, restricted his activi-
first encountered as “a bit of a jock school
ties and compromised his confidence.
with a lot of bullying,” and he describes
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Far more than mere marching, the BCS Cadets program teaches basic first aid and survival skills to all our students.
Redefining Cadets The BCS Cadet Corps No. 2 is the oldest in
Student Life, Captain François Tessier, who
in 2017–18. For the first half of the year,
Canada. Established as a program here in
recognized the opportunity to revolutionize
Thursday afternoons were no longer spent
1861, it is even older than Canada itself. The
the program. Captain Tessier recently
marching in the gym or on the field.
annual Cadet Inspection is a source of great
returned to BCS after 11 years away but
Instead, the students broke into their
pride for the school, and a display of great
had remained in close contact with Major
respective companies and tackled a series
pomp and circumstance, discipline, and work
Nichols as the latter brainstormed and test-
of activities, including bushcraft along the
ethic. But Cadets is much more than march-
ed new ideas to modernize Cadets and add
shores of the St. Francis River, archery at
ing and drills. And the program at BCS has
value. As Captain Tessier explained, “Cadets
the range behind Gillard House, community
undergone considerable changes over the
has always had leadership, adventure, and
service projects both at school and in the
past year as it continues to grow as a signa-
service as its primary objective. The tradi-
community, and first aid and survival skills.
ture program of excellence.
tion of marching and drills is actually a
The same system is in place this year but
secondary priority.”
with new activities designed to further the
For the past 10 years, the BCS Cadets program has benefitted from the direction
So, with the objective of emphasizing
students’ experience and leadership oppor-
of Major Gilles Nichols. It was Major Nichols,
that first priority, the two unveiled a new
tunities. “The most important thing is that
along with Associate Head of School for
program last year that continues to evolve
they take something away from their time
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Our Annual Cadet Inspection is a source of pride and pageantry that always impresses parents and Cadets Canada officials alike.
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Above: Major Gilles Nichols surveys the BCS Cadet Corps No. 2 as they march past. At right: One of the exciting activities at Orientation and Adventure Weekend: gliding!
spent in the program,” explains Major
rafting option. The community service
place and the activities and service the
Nichols. “Be it learning skills, a positive
aspect of the program is also immensely
students are pursuing.
experience with their fellow company
popular: “The students like contributing
members, or simply establishing a love
and knowing they are making a difference,
at BCS, Cadets is modernizing and growing
of nature, our ultimate goal is for the stu-
whether on a large or small scale,” shared
to meet the needs of our community and
dents to walk away with a tangible result.”
Captain Tessier.
work towards further levels of excellence.
Changing the name of our annual Cadet
Cadets Canada is fully on board and
As is the case with so many other areas
The tradition is still firmly in place, and
camp to “Orientation and Adventure
impressed with the new direction of our
should you happen to visit in May, you will
Weekend” was not the only other transfor-
program. When Brigadier-General K. L.
see a proud and robust student body
mation in the past two years. Establishing
Woiden, OMM, CD, the head of Cadets
marching on Centre Field. But, perhaps
a “Junior NCO” option has led to a growth in
Canada, visited us as the inspecting offi-
more importantly, that student body will
student interest, as they see further lead-
cer last May, he was very interested in
also be infused with a sense of purpose
ership opportunities develop. There are
our approach. He will also be returning
and self-confidence—ready to take on
also new activities to try every year—such
to campus this fall, as he is curious to
the world.
as this past September’s most popular
see the infrastructure we have put in
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Alumni Spotlight: Excellence across athletics and academics Shawn Cameron, BCS’13 Shawn Cameron’s edges are as sharp as ever. The former BCS Bear is currently excelling at the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), a NCAA Division One university, as a member of both the men’s ice hockey team and the sophomore business class. The 5'11'' forward for the RIT Tigers attended BCS from 2008 to 2013 and is a prime example of the growth and opportunity provided by the BCS experience. An outstanding athlete in multiple sports, Shawn struggled at first with his academic responsibilities. However, his goal to play Division One hockey fueled him and he readily took advantage of the supports for which BCS is known, putting in the hours at the R.D.W. Howson Enrichment Centre after hockey practice and accepting the extra help his teachers offered. Just as it
Shawn Cameron, BCS’13, reunites with Albert MacDonald during the Annual Alumni and Friends Hockey Tournament.
did with his skills on the ice, the hard work paid off; Shawn’s grades showed a marked
was named the league’s Most Valuable
lence in all aspects of her life since leaving
improvement as he moved up through the
Player for the 2015–16 season.
Moulton Hill.
Forms. He also earned his Duke of
Last year saw him achieve his goal of
After graduating from BCS, Tara jour-
Edinburgh Silver award, making time for
playing at the NCAA Division One level. He
neyed west to the University of Guelph
community service projects in his busy
recorded three shots on goal in his colle-
where she obtained a Bachelor's Degree in
schedule. Houseparent Martin Madsen
giate debut and finished the season as a
Biological Science with Honours. From
recalls the difference Shawn’s five years at
team leader with a plus-6 rating. He also
there, she returned to the Eastern
BCS made: “He grew through his experi-
earned Atlantic Hockey All-Academic Team
Townships and enrolled at Bishop’s
ence here into a mature young man and a
honours. Always willing to mentor and pro-
University (BU), completing a second
solid house leader, providing a great exam-
vide guidance, Shawn graciously took time
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies
ple to others both on and off the ice.”
to meet with members of the BCS Hockey
and Geography. Not one to rest on her lau-
As is often the case with our student
Program last year when they caught one
rels, she eventually returned to Guelph to
athletes, Shawn was a leader in his chosen
of his games while in New York state for a
complete her Master’s of Science,
sport, as well. When after three years
tournament.
Geography in 2005—then once again head-
climbing the ranks he made the First Team,
Best of luck this season, Number 11!
he was also named an Assistant Captain.
ed back to Lennoxville to teach in the Environmental Studies and Geography
The following season he was promoted to
Tara Holland, BCS’92
department at Bishop’s University from
Captain. His continued pursuit of excel-
Alumna Tara Holland is no stranger to ex-
2006–09. Realizing that teaching was her
lence after leaving BCS led him to play for
cellence. A lifer who attended BCS from
passion, she obtained her Doctor of
the CCHL’s Kemptville 73’s Junior A team,
1986 to 1992, Tara excelled both in the
Philosophy, Geography from the University
as well as the Cumberland Grads, where he
classroom and on the field. Unsurprisingly,
of Guelph in 2013.
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At left: Tara competes in a cross country run at BCS in 1989. Above: The scenery and clothing may have changed but not her stride!
Tara followed in her mother’s footsteps
Throughout and alongside her profes-
Unsurprisingly, given her determination
as a teacher, sharing her passion for sci-
sional career, Tara has been an avid runner.
and resulting success, Tara was named to
ence and the environment with other
She started running at BCS on the cross-
BU’s “Top 10 After 10” list in 2015. Issued
curious minds. While still completing her
country team with Coach Bob Perrier, who
every two years, the list celebrates alumni
PhD, she took a gamble in accepting a
took her to her first road race in Vermont.
who have become leaders in their fields.
Teaching Fellowship at Quest University
After winning her age category in the
Not only does it recognize their achieve-
Canada, a small, relatively new university in
10km race, Tara was hooked. For close to
ments, but it also serves as a mentorship
Squamish, BC, with an innovative educa-
a decade, she trained and ran road
opportunity for those within the group and
tion model that piqued her interest. That
marathons; she qualified and competed in
the greater BU community. “My aspirations
experience ultimately led Tara to focus her
the 2003 Boston Marathon, and her best
for the future involve continuing to be part
career on researching (and applying) best
result was 12th woman overall in the
of the national push to transform under-
practices in science teaching. Since 2014,
Montreal International Marathon in 2007.
graduate education into a learner-centred
she has held the position of Science
Always pushing further and striving higher,
model, where active and peer-based
Education Specialist at the University of
Tara now runs trail and mountain ultrama-
instruction becomes the norm rather than
British Columbia. She is a member of an
rathons in BC–mostly at the 50km and
the exception,” Tara shared with the list’s
interdisciplinary team in the department of
100km distances. She was the Five Peaks
advisory committee. “This is already in
Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences
BC Race Series Champion in 2015, which
practice at liberal arts and sciences univer-
(EOAS) working to strengthen evidence-
qualified her for the Canadian Mountain
sities like BU, as well as (to a lesser extent)
based teaching, learning, and assessment
Running Championships. Her skill, grace,
other universities at which I have worked—
in EOAS courses. Her latest initiative is
and spirit have not gone unnoticed, and
and I have seen first-hand how this model
leading the development of the
she is sponsored by Oiselle Distance
impacts student learning. Student learning
Environmental Sciences curriculum for the
Runwear Project, who signed her to their
and a passion for teaching, ultimately, are
University of Central Asia, a new university
team in 2015. She also writes for Trail
what drive me. If I continually seek to
in Khorog, Tajikistan funded by the Aga
Sisters, a non-profit organization that pro-
improve, then I can ensure that my teach-
Khan Foundation with the mission of pro-
motes and encourages women in the sport
ing is rewarding for both my students and
viding world-class education to historically
of trail and ultra running.
for me.”
underserviced high mountain societies.
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The graduating students of 2017 toss their caps in the air to loud cheers and applause from their proud parents and teachers.
Around Our Campus Opening Day
families in Chapel, marking our 183rd Open-
dug up, new walls were erected, and a
The sun was shining brightly on June 17 as
ing Day. With 266 students from over 40
crane was a permanent fixture on campus.
our senior students entered the white tent
different countries, this year is our largest
A new heating line entered Grier North, new
in front of School House and later emerged
student body since the late 1980s—and
rooms were constructed in Grier South, car-
as graduates. The buses departed campus
we are excited to dive in and get started!
pets were laid down, and the roof of School
for the last time shortly thereafter, sig-
House was repaired. The most noticeable
nalling the beginning of summer vacation,
Summer work
difference would have to be the brick
as well as a new journey for our newest
While there may not have been students
façade of School House itself, which was
alumni. The next two months passed
around, campus was by no means empty or
pressure-washed and restored to its origi-
quickly and soon enough we were gather-
quiet this summer! Thanks in no small part
nal, brilliant red.
ing new and returning students and their
to Annual Fund donations, pavement was
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Clockwise, from above: School House got a facelift over the summer as pressure-washing revealed the brick’s original vibrant red colour; Bigs and Littles prepare for Hallowe’en with pumpkin-carving fun; Chapman House is once again operational, thanks to the expert attention and dedication of our grounds crew; This year’s Prefects constructed a rope bridge from scratch for the BCS Cadets program.
Chapman re-opens!
eager to start the dormant club up again.
training camp with Mr. Tessier to prepare
Generous giving to our Annual Fund also
The program matches younger, new stu-
for the coming school year. Their final chal-
allowed for Chapman House to receive
dents with our older, seasoned vets to help
lenge of the camp required skills, quick
some much-needed love and care earlier
familiarize the former with their environ-
learning, and reactiveness to build a new
this year. The once-abandoned residence
ment and encourage them to become more
rope bridge from scratch for the Leadership
along St. Francis required some structural
comfortable in their new home. Activities
and Adventure training centre of the BCS
repairs, along with several coats of paint
include trick-or-treating, pumpkin-carving,
Cadets program.
after a thorough cleaning, but has now
pizza lunches, and more. Bigs are a reliable
reopened. Our new Manager of Hockey
source for Littles, helping them daily with
Canada’s 150th anniversary
Operations moved in with his wife and
any life problem (no matter how big or
With 150th birthday celebrations taking
five sons this past spring.
small), as well as welcoming them into the
place across the country, the Form IV
BCS community.
History and Citizenship class was particu-
The return of Bigs & Littles
larly relevant and poignant. In May, Mr.
Last year saw the return of Bigs & Littles,
Prefects
McCormick, Mr. Mac, and Mr. White brought
thanks to Mr. Kieran McCormick, BCS’12.
As they do each year, our new Prefects
their classes into the library for a film
Having himself experienced first-hand, as
arrived on campus the Friday before school
screening about Canada’s founding. The
both a Little and then a Big, the wonderful
started. Elected in June, the 2017–18
students then created their own original
effects of this initiative, Mr. McCormick was
group spent Labour Day at a leadership
short films on Canadian Confederation.
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Volleyball has made a comeback, thanks to the initiative, dedication, and determination of our female students!
Athletics Volleying for a shot
volleyball crease, both seasoned players
Sevens team and played well all season,
After more than 30 years, the Girls Volley-
and complete rookies. And once she started
beat the Stanstead Spartans 43-21 to
ball crease is back at BCS! The sport made a
asking, she found there was even more sup-
hoist the trophy!
successful comeback to the winter crease
port than she had originally calculated. Her
line-up in November 2016 due to a passion-
mission successful, last year’s volleyball
Silver season
ate and year-long student campaign led by
roster included 18 players and four
Our Senior Girls Rugby team also fought
current Prefect Myriam. Gathering the sup-
coaches. They played several exhibition
until the end at Stanstead and ultimately
port of Director of Athletics Mr. Bray and
games, and Myriam also organized a beach
walked away with ETIAC silver. It was their
several teachers, she put together a pro-
volleyball tournament in June.
second silver medal of the year, having
posal “with information about the sport, the
played a remarkable campaign just weeks
equipment required, potential leagues,” to
ETIAC Rugby Champs
into the season at the CAIS tournament in
present to Mr. Lewis. Myriam already had
At the end of May, our Senior Rugby teams
April to claim second place in the country.
the names of several returning female stu-
travelled to Stanstead to play the ETIAC
dents who wanted to participate in a
finals. Our boys, who fielded a very strong
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BCS takes down Stanstead to win the ETIAC Senior Boys Rugby title.
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Form III student Hannah creates a wily-looking fox out of papier-mâché in the art studio.
Arts Old news, new art
and painting. Joining Hannah’s fox were
down day allowed all members of our com-
Mr. Brandon's art classes are not above
piñatas, masks, globes, and even a Mickey
munity to take on the persona of their
getting their hands dirty as they explore
Mouse head!
favourite character. Montreal-based free-
different media and techniques throughout
lance illustrator and writer Lateef Martin
the year. A favourite with the Form III
The first BCS Comic Con
gave a presentation in the library, dis-
classes is always the papier-mâché work-
One morning this past April, Spiderman
cussing his various projects and his goal to
shop. Hannah decided to create a life-sized
took the place of our Head of School in
create games with positive black lead char-
fox with the papier-mâché technique that
Chapel. Yes, to the delight and enthusiasm
acters—something he hopes will generate
uses a simple paste made of glue and
of all our superhero and cartoon fanatics,
a new trend in gaming. The library itself
water. Dipping old newspaper strips into the
BCS held its first ever Comic Con. Thanks to
was set up with art booths, costume con-
paste, she applied layer after layer to the
the dedication and outreach of Mr.
tests, comics trivia, and even a Mario Kart
created form until it was entirely covered.
Crowther, Ms. Morrison, and the Comic Con
tournament!
Once the piece dried, she set about sanding
committee, the eagerly anticipated dress
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Our Spring Concert audience is never disappointed, with a curated selection of golden oldies and current hits performed by our bands and the BCS Choir.
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Our province’s Lieutenant-Governor, the Honourable J. Michel Doyon, joined us in St. Martin's Chapel to present the Duke of Edinburgh award pins in May.
Leadership Igniting the fire within
This year’s theme, “Unite to Ignite the
Just two weeks into the new school year,
Fire Within,” had as its aim to embrace
Form VII student Maia packed her bags and
diversity and ignite global change. With
headed for the airport. Her final destination?
guest speakers, service projects, and an
South Africa, for the Round Square Interna-
evening celebrating her fellow delegates’
tional Conference (RSIC) in Cape Town. As a
diverse cultural arts, Maia returned from
BCS lifer, Maia had always heard her fellow
three weeks away empowered and pas-
classmates’ Round Square presentations
sionate about her incredible experience.
about their trips but had never experienced
She was also fortunate enough to partici-
the conference for herself.
pate in a pre-tour that saw her surfing in
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Above: Joined by our neighbours, we marched together against racism and injustice to mark Orange Shirt Day; Right: South Africa was the destination for this year's Round Square International Conference and a life-changing experience for Form VII’s Maia.
Muizenburg, rafting down the Orange River,
High School Model United Nations. Under
lege to highlight an issue that remains cur-
sleeping out underneath the stars, and
the supervision of Mr. St-Amant and Mme
rent in our society.
witnessing transformative sunrises.
Desroches, these young leaders put in
As Mr. Lewis said in his speech, “At BCS,
months’ worth of preparation work in ad-
we represent many, many countries, races,
Ondaatje in Iceland
vance of the conference. The annual
religions, and nations of people. We are
This year’s Ondaatje Endeavour group ven-
convention offers students the unique op-
intolerant of bullying, injustice, oppression
tured north—far north—to Iceland. The
portunity to attend the world’s largest
of any kind, or the mistreatment of peo-
intrepid group set off the day after gradua-
Model UN conference and to take part in an
ple—and the mistreatment of children is a
tion, flying into Reyjavik. Throughout the
immersive experience into the world of in-
particularly heinous and cowardly act. We
following two weeks, they explored the
ternational affairs, problem solving, and
are proud to participate in this moment of
city, hiked across various terrains, slept out
diplomacy. This year, our contingent repre-
truth; for to understand, we must confront
in the wilderness, and even tasted the “del-
sented Myanmar among hundreds of
the truth—even when that truth is sad and
icacy” that is shark! The Ondaatje
schools and thousands of delegates at-
ugly. We understand better because of
Endeavour is made possible every year
tending from around the world.
today, and days like today help us to forge
thanks to an endowed gift made to BCS.
a better tomorrow.”
Orange Shirt Day Duke of Ed
Each year, on September 30, Canada pays
In May, we welcomed Quebec's Lieutenant-
tribute to the victims and survivors of the
Governor, the Honourable J. Michel Doyon,
Residential Schools system that was imple-
to present our Duke of Edinburgh awards. A
mented in the late 1800s, separating First
total of 171 pins were handed out, includ-
Nations children from their families and
ing 116 Bronze and 54 Silver. Form VII BCS
communities. The last of the residential
lifers Julia and Kyla accepted their hard-
schools was only closed over a century
earned Gold awards, adding to the
later. This initiative known as “Orange Shirt
unprecedented four Gold that were
Day—Every Child Matters” is an opportunity
awarded in 2016.
to set the stage for anti-racism and allow
First Nations, governments, schools, and
Tomorrow’s leaders
communities to come together in a spirit of
A group of eight lucky BCS students
reconciliation and hope. This year, BCS was
headed down to New York City over March
proud to stand side-by-side and march with
Break to take part in the annual National
our neighbours from BU and Champlain Col-
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Faculty and Staff Update we welcomed some new faces…
member of the Massawippi Foundation for
research project this fall to obtain a gradu-
land and water conservation. For two years,
ate degree in Algebra. Having been an IB
he sailed around the world on a square rig,
student herself, Tanna is eager to share
Guillaume Courchesne
meeting his Danish wife in the process. The
her experience with BCS. Basketball has
Ethics, History, and
couple moved here from Montreal in 2014
long been a passion, and she will be
Contemporary World Teacher
with their two children when she accepted
assisting our school’s teams this coming
Born in Montreal but raised in the typical
a dean position at Bishop’s University. As a
winter season.
small Quebec village of Saint-Cyrille-de-
product of the prestigious Sedbergh Board-
Wendover, Guillaume studied History,
ing School in Montebello, Patrick brings his
Erika Sillanaukee
Education, and International politics at the
own international boarding perspective to
Admissions Officer
Université de Sherbrooke (UdeS). After
our Advancement office.
Erika comes from Finland where she has
graduating with his Master’s degree, he
spent the last four years working with stu-
taught at the UdeS’ School of Applied Poli-
Marco Pietroniro
dents looking to study at Canadian and
tics for five years. Guillaume loves to travel
Manager of Hockey Operations
American boarding schools, including stu-
and is always looking forward to his next
Marco has been on hockey’s radar from as
dents applying to BCS. She is currently
trip—as long as his MPR player still has bat-
far back as 1986, when he began his
doing her Master’s degree in Education at
teries! An avid sportsman, he jogs and hikes,
QMJHL career with the Trois-Rivières
Bishop’s University while working in Admis-
plays hockey and softball, and is always will-
Draveurs. He served as their captain the
sions. Erika resides on campus in Glass
ing to try any new sport you throw at him.
following two seasons and enjoyed a fur-
House. She is looking forward to the start
ther 11-year professional career, playing in
of the winter season as she enjoys skating,
Diane Gosselin
both European leagues and the WCHL.
snowboarding, cross-country skiing, and
Manager of Food Services
Since his retirement as a player, he has
watching hockey.
Diane graduated from the Canadian School
carved out an impressive coaching career
of Natural Nutrition as a Registered Holistic
throughout North America, in both league
Caroline Tourangeau-Madsen
Nutritionist. She also completed both a
and national team capacities. Notable
Student Banking
Bachelor of Arts, Business Management,
placements include a seven-year tenure as
Caroline has been a part of the BCS com-
and a Bachelor of Arts, Psychology (with
the President, GM, and Head Coach of the
munity for over 10 years, living on campus
distinction), at Bishop’s University. Locals
CHL’s Arizona Sundogs; Head Coach of
and chaperoning countless student trips
may know Diane from Green’s Bakery,
Team Quebec’s 2015 Canada Games U16
with her husband and son. Caroline studied
which she owned and managed for 10
team; and Head Coach of Team Canada’s
International Trade and Office Manage-
years. She also worked for the Sherbrooke
U17 2015–16 campaign. He has also
ment, and owns a translation company
and District Women’s Centre and Bishop’s
coached in the QMJHL as Assistant Coach
with notable clients such as Google and
University, where she provided her services
of the Val d’Or Foreurs (winning the Presi-
Konica Minolta. She loves sports and is cur-
as a nutritionist and specialty chef. Diane’s
dent’s Cup in 2014) and Head Coach of the
rently training for the Canadian Ski Patrol.
most recent achievement has been the up-
Baie-Comeau Drakkar.
…and said farewell to…
grade and maintenance of healthy meals and snacks consistent with a whole food
Tanna Sanchez McMillan
diet principle at CPE Le Petit Dragon Imagi-
Math and Science Teacher
Richard Guay
naire in Ayer’s Cliff.
In 2009, Tanna arrived in Sherbrooke from
43 years of service
her native Peru, where she had been work-
At graduation this year, we departed from
Patrick Houston
ing as an economist in COFIDE, Peru’s
the norm by taking the time not only to
Event Management and Communications
development bank. Now a busy mother of
honour our graduates, but also to appreci-
Patrick has been vacationing in North Hat-
three, she holds Bachelor degrees in both
ate some of BCS’ great ‘unsung heroes’ of
ley since he was a young boy and is very
Mathematics and Mathematics Education
the past four decades. Association Board
passionate about the area; he is an active
from UdeS. She will also be defending her
Chair Mr. Tim Price spoke about the many
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people who work tirelessly and often behind the scenes to make our great school operate smoothly. In celebration of his retirement after 43 years of cooking in the BCS kitchen, Mr. Richard Guay was asked to be a part of the graduation platform party. As noted in Mr. Price’s comments, nobody epitomizes selflessness and generosity of spirit more completely than Richard. He will be remembered for his ever-present smile and warm greetings upon entering the dining room. Richard always took great pride in “cooking the food that the kids love to eat.” Generations of BCS students can remember some of their favorite meals prepared by Richard and his staff, and everyone will remember him proudly carving the ‘roast beast’ at Christmas Dinner. Although his Mustang convertible has been spotted on campus a few times already, he will be missed and we certainly hope he himself will be seen around BCS often, as well.
Denis Dandurand
After 43 years at the helm of our kitchen, Richard Guay took his well-deserved retirement
20 years of service
and drove off into the sunset in his beloved Mustang convertible.
Denis was a fixture on the BCS campus for 20 years. He served as Houseparent for
and a loving family. We wish them well on
buted awards at Comic Con conventions.
both Chapman and Williams, while also
their west coast adventure.
Catherine is now working at Sherbrooke’s local cultural centre but has volunteered to
teaching History in French. A true curling enthusiast, Denis coached the sport for
Mike Couch
return to BCS should anyone ever need a
many years and was very proud in 2014-15
Three years of service
Power Ranger!
when it became an official competitive
Mike came to BCS fresh from an impressive
crease option. Thank you, Denis, for your
career playing professional hockey in both
many years of service in our community!
Europe and North America, winning the CHL
President’s Cup and league championship
Greg Stevenson, BCS’87
in 2011. After one year, he assumed the
Four years of service
reins of the BCS Hockey Program, attract-
We also said goodbye to the Stevenson
ing and developing young talent from near
family this summer, as they returned to
and far. A mentor to many of his players,
Vancouver Island after four impactful
both past and present, Mike was Head
years here at BCS. Raised in North
Coach of the U18/Varsity team that won
Hatley and a proud BCS alumnus, Greg
the NISIC National Championship last year.
infused a humane kindness into his boundless energy to help move the school’s
Catherine Ruscigno
advancement, alumni, and outreach efforts
Three years of service
to new heights. Professionally, he leaves
Catherine spent three years with the Ad-
behind a legacy of exceptional growth in
vancement team, organizing all the great
engagement and giving to the school that
alumni events and reunions for all our Old
has positioned BCS to take great strides
Boys and Girls. Special occasion dress
forward in the coming years. Personally,
down days were always a highlight, giving
Greg, Corinna, and Dakota were representa-
her the chance to showcase her incredible
tive of the spirit of balanced engagement
homemade costumes—which often de-
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Homecoming Weekend is a highlight of the fall season, and this year’s edition was no exception, with alumni coming from near and far to visit and reminisce on Moulton Hill.
Throughout the year, BCS reaches out to
Tyler Lewis shared the school’s strategic
capped off the evening by playing tradi-
alumni, parents, and friends of the school by
plan with a receptive room whose passion
tional hymns such as “Winds of God” and
organizing events across Canada and over-
for the school’s future made for an exciting
“Jerusalem” on her keyboard, momentarily
seas. An “Evening with BCS” is a great way
mix of nostalgia and optimism.
transporting everyone back to their morn-
to connect with former classmates, teach-
ings spent in Chapel.
ers, and staff, as well as new friends from
BCS in Montreal
the BCS community. We hope you will join us
Once again, Thursday’s was the place to be
BCS in London
at one of our upcoming events, including
as Torrance Ragueneau, BCS’96, received
The heart of London turned purple on
Montreal and London, England, early in the
everyone at his renowned downtown bistro
February 2 as BCS alumni gathered at the
new year. See our online Calendar of Events
on February 1. The night started with a
Smith & Whistle Pub to celebrate their spe-
at www.bishopscollegeschool.com/
Head of School’s address, and Tyler wasted
cial connection. Drinks were poured, and
page/alumni-events for more!
no time in sharing the school’s strategic
stories were shared as old and new friends
plan, speaking excitedly of our bold plans
reminisced well into the night. A special
BCS in Ottawa
for the future of BCS. Next, amidst re-
thanks to Roald Smeets, BCS’87, for his
A cold evening in January did not affect
sounding cheers, long-time BCS music
continued generosity in hosting this inter-
the warm BCS/KHC reception held in our na-
teacher Randy Jackson and Torrance filled
national event over the pond.
tion’s capital, as more than 30 members of
the room with their “drum off.” Megan
our community gathered at the Rideau Club.
Cooper Vivares, BCS’07, also took to the
As delicious appetizers were circulated,
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At left: Margot Heyerhoff, KHC’69 (front row, second from left) was inducted into the Heneker-Williams Society amongst family, friends, and colleagues. At right: Rae Heenan, KHC’55 (right of the podium) smiles with current and previous Association Board chairs.
BCS in Mexico: Annual Alumni Soccer Game vs Stanstead
Ritz-Carlton on May 3. These guests were
Toronto Ladies Luncheon
greeted by a wonderful display of King’s
Over 40 KHC and BCS alumnae gathered at
During this past February’s cold, Tyler,
Hall, Compton memorabilia, assembled by
the Toronto Lawn Tennis Club on May 9.
Director of Advancement Greg Stevenson,
the tireless efforts of Merrylou Smith to
They represented graduating years ranging
BCS’87, and Admissions Officer Sarrah
whom this years’ recipients refer as their
from 1941 to 2012. During a lively lunch,
Ewing, BCS’10, headed down to sunny Mex-
“Archive Sister.” Included in the memorabilia
ico. Our winter-hardened crew was warmly
was the bell from St. James the Less, newly
welcomed by Rogelio Torre Jr., BCS’92, and
refurbished to its intended state by none
met with many of our Mexican families over
other than Margot herself. Addressing the
February 2018
two days. As is tradition, our alumni laced
room, Chairman of the Association Board,
London
up their soccer cleats against alumni from
Tim Price, highlighted the fact that eight
Mexico
arch rival Stanstead College. Alas, purple
past board chairs, four past Heads, and
Montreal
did not triumph but a wonderful time was
three Heneker-Williams recipients were
Ottawa
had by all. Congratulations to Stanstead
present to honour Margot and Rae. Tyler
and a big thank you to our BCS community
followed, speaking about the vital role girls
February 24 and 25, 2018
in Mexico!
continue to assume as leaders and role
Annual Alumni Hockey Tournament
UPCOMING ALUMNI EVENTS
models at the school and as alumnae. One
March 2018
Heneker-Williams Society Dinner: Honouring Women of Distinction
such alumnae, Linda Rodeck, BCS’81, intro-
Toronto
The month of May was one to honour
praised Rae and introduced her daughters,
women of distinction in our community.
Anne, BCS’89, and Claire, BCS’92, to pres-
What better way to begin than with
ent the award to their mother. Patterson
May 2018
recognizing two of our finest, as Margot
Webster, herself a Heneker-Williams recipi-
Toronto Ladies Tea
Heyerhoff, KHC’69 and Rae Heenan,
ent, then took the stage to speak of her
Montreal Ladies Tea
KHC’55, were inducted into the Heneker-
dear friend Margot. She invited Margot’s
Toronto Golf Tournament
Williams Society. These two represent the
children, Christian, BCS’06, and Sebastian,
essence and spirit of an award honouring
BCS’07, who shared tales of their impres-
Visit the Alumni section of our
individuals who, by leadership and example,
sive mother and all she has accomplished.
website for more details:
have set the standard for volunteer sup-
The evening ended with an eloquent and
www.bishopscollegeschool.com/
port of Bishop’s College School and King’s
empowered speech by Head Prefect, Kaitlin
page/alumni)
Hall, Compton. The event drew nearly one
Corbeil, BCS’17, befitting an evening cele-
hundred friends and family to the Montreal
brating strong women leaders.
duced Stuart “Kip” Cobbett, BCS’66, who April 2018 China
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Photographs at right, from top to bottom: More than 40 KHC and BCS alumnae enjoyed a lively luncheon in Toronto this past May; Mike Weir, BCS’78, Graham Hallward, BCS’74, Craig Fields, BCS’78, and Steven Kouri tee off at Devil's Paintbrush in Toronto; Ross Hall was transformed into an exhibition space as “Canada before Confederation” authors Dr. Lauren Beck and Chet Van Duzer debuted their touring exhibit at BCS.
Jocelyn Shaw, KHC’43, Suzanne Stohn, KHC’41, and Anne Morison, KHC’41, treated the room to a delightful rendition of 40 Years On. Guest speaker Jayne Watson, BCS’78, spoke of the arts in Canada, and how this lifelong passion of hers started at King’s Hall, Compton. Loud applause erupted as Tyler spoke of the school’s upcoming plans—in particular, the restoration of the St. James the Less church bell. Many thanks to Kathryn Wyatt Cottingham, BCS’76, for securing the beautiful venue.
Montreal Ladies Luncheon The Hillside Tennis Club played host to 20 KHC and BCS ladies on May 26 in Montreal. Renee Lewis shared an update of school life and the plans to improve food sourcing and quality. Current students and Prefects Emma and Myriam also spoke, affirming that the female legacy at BCS is intact and flourishing.
BCS Toronto Golf Tournament The fourth annual Toronto golf tournament took place on May 29. Scott Abbott, BCS’67, generously opened his Devil’s Paintbrush course to alumni and friends once again. Tim Price spoke of the immense and positive momentum of the school and its healthy direction, while Tyler outlined the strategic plan, including architectural rendering concepts for a new residence, academic space, and dining hall enlargement.
Ladies’ Tea at Uplands It was a beautiful day on June 13, as Renee Lewis hosted a Ladies’ Tea at Uplands.
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Detail from Cows Reposing on Lake Memphrémagog by Thomas Mower Martin. The 1912 original painting is currently displayed in Admissions.
Nearly 20 community members came to
Grand Opening Exhibition
the last century to paint landscapes in
say hello and chat in the garden of a his-
Friday evening of Homecoming Weekend
western Canada; they became known as
toric Victorian home. After tea, Renee was
saw Ross Hall transformed as a curated
the “Railway Painters.” The impressive piece
whisked away to play in the rigorous North
collection of rare maps debuted in our
is entitled “Cows Reposing on Lake Mem-
Hatley Club tennis tournament!
dining hall. Mount Allison University’s Dr.
phrémagog” and was painted in 1912. It
Lauren Beck, and the Washington, D.C.
depicts a classic Eastern Townships scene
26th Annual BCS Golf Tournament
Library of Congress’ Mr. Chet Van Duzer
overlooking the local lake, and its
The sun came out on Friday, September 29
joined us to illuminate their exhibition rep-
donation to the school is aimed to inspire
for the 26th annual golf tournament held at
resenting “the pioneering spirit of the early
a BCS collection of Townships art.
Milby Golf Club in support of the Interna-
exploration and mapping of Canada,” with
tional Baccalaureate program. A possible
maps ranging in date from 1508 to 1772.
Homecoming 2017
best score in our history, the foursome of
Special thanks to Roald Smeets, BCS’87,
Homecoming Weekend always draws a
Gabriel Aucoin, BCS’14, Jeffrey Lebeau,
and Citco curator Robert Braeken for organ-
great crowd and this year’s edition was no
BCS’17, Maryse Forest, and Pierre-Luc
izing this exciting cultural event.
different. From Tunnel Tours to bouncy cas-
Fournier, BCS’05, hit a staggering -17! A big
tle fun, to the always-popular Tie Supper and performances at Sebby’s, our loyal
sponsors: 3Macs, the BCS Foundation,
Cows Reposing on Lake Memphrémagog
GlobalExcel, Banque Nationale—Groupe
BCS was recently gifted an original Thomas
enjoy and reminisce. The coffee truck was
Lalonde-Doyon, Bell Horizon, IMK, and Inpro.
Mower Martin painting. Mower Martin was
a particularly popular addition—with lattés,
one of a group of artists given passes by
frappés, and hot chocolate for all!
thank you to our many supporters and
alumni descended upon Moulton Hill to
the Canadian Pacific Railway at the turn of
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David Wold, BCS’77, is a teacher, church musician, performer, concert promoter/producer, and program consultant in the Seacoast, NH area.
Ruth Maddocks Ferguson, KHC’44
tact distributor Helene Hamel for a copy of
Gael Eakin, KHC’56
“We are celebrating our 70th wedding
these books: hphamel322@hotmail.com.
Bart MacDougall, BCS’54, his sister, Marian MacFarlane, KHC’56, and I meet
anniversary on September 16, 2017 with 60 residents of Somerset House in Victoria, BC
David and Jean Cruickshank, KHC’55
every year at the MacFarlanes’ place at
at a champagne reception. Are there any
This spring, Tyler Lewis and Patrick
Whistler and ski together even though we
couples with similar events this year?”
Houston decided to drive home from the
are getting so old...but we ski for practically
Toronto Golf event, in order to make a stop
nothing because we are so old!!!”
Ann (Cameron) Mitchell, KHC’53
in Kingston and hop a ferry out to Wolfe
Ann has written a companion book to Where
Island to visit with former Head of School
Gillian Rowan-Legg Booth, KHC ’61
The Heart Is, a collection of her paintings and
David and his wife, Jean, KHC’55, in their
“A mother of nine-year-old twins, Emma
the stories behind them. The new book,
beautiful home overlooking the harbor. It
and Lila, my daughter Stephanie Wrenn
Memories are Made of This, became available
was wonderful to find them in such good
Smith’s, BCS’90, professional life is centred
October 15. Her paintings of country houses
spirits and enjoy their stories about their
at the University of Alberta Hospital,
worldwide and the families who live therein
time on Moulton Hill. BCS is a prominent
Edmonton, as an Infectious Disease physician.
are whimsical and amusing. Several KHC old
theme throughout their home with many
She has a clinical practice, is Programme
girls are featured, including Fiona Bogart
paintings, memorabilia and vivid memories
Director for ID training, and is the Director of
McKim, KHC’53, with whom she used to
of their happy years spent at the school. They
Infection Prevention and Control.”
chat through a shared secret hole in the wall
love to connect with old friends, so look
after lights were out while Miss McClennan
them up if you make your way to Wolfe
was pacing the corridor outside! Please con-
Island!
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At left: Franklin Raff, BCS’92, and Scott Goodson, BCS’81, unexpectedly connected while sailing in the Baltic. Above: The BCS’75 Daves were back at Fenway Park this summer for their annual trip to watch the Boston Red Sox.
Peter Schmidt, BCS’64
eating delicious meals together (including a
and Heather Wyllie had arrived earlier. Jen
Peter Nixon, Douglas Patriquin, Peter
Maine lobster dinner and Mr. Burt’s choco-
Byers moved out west a few years ago, but
Schmidt, and James Stewart, all Form VII
late sauce). There was much laughter and
was unable to join us. While Vancouver,
classmates in 1964, gathered together last
chatting, along with some games and quiet
Victoria, and Salt Spring Island are not far
year in the Netherlands to celebrate James’
times catching up on each other’s stories.
apart as the crow flies, they are actually
70th birthday. James is the Deputy
Most important at the heart of all of this was
worlds apart. Living on the west coast, we
Prosecutor at the International Criminal
about who each person is as a human being,
settle comfortably into our respective com-
Court in Le Hague.
and the deep and caring connections we con-
munities on islands and the mainland,
tinue to feel among us, even after 52 years.”
separated from each other by the sea.
KHC Class of 1965
Despite good intentions, months and years
Submitted by Margot Grant Kyle, KHC’65
Keith MacLellan, BCS’66
can pass between visits.
“At the inspiration of Sydney McDowell,
For his contribution to advancing rural med-
who found the perfect, large old farmhouse
icine in Canada as a small-town family
rant at a marina in Sidney, a seaside town a
on the coast of Maine as a possible rental, 14
physician and as a driving force behind the
short drive from the ferry terminal. It is
classmates from the KHC Class of 1965 gath-
Society of Rural Physicians of Canada, Keith
impossible to catch up on fifty years over
ered over the week of September 6–13.
MacLellan, BCS’66 was made a member of
lunch and, inevitably, after a toast to absent
Sydney along with two other maniac class-
the Order of Canada in late 2014.
friends, we kept returning to memories of
mates, Joan Aitken Donhauser and Joy
Our plan was to meet at a popular restau-
KHC: roommates (where are they now?), croc
Balloch Ahrens, coordinated the gathering.
KHC Class of 1967
walks (who knew they were punishments!),
The weather was perfect, and we spent lots
Submitted by Felicity Smith, KHC’67
Saturday walks to the village store to spend
of time walking wooded paths and fabulous
“It was a glorious summer day here on
our 35-cent allowance, afternoon teas with
sandy beaches—often getting caught in the
Vancouver Island as the Queen of New
Gilly. Oh, and the food! Ice cream and choco-
cold water of the rising tide, finding beach
Westminster pulled into the Swartz Bay
late sauce, card-table-sized birthday cakes, all
treasures, exploring the area by boat and on
Ferry Terminal. Onboard from Vancouver
the bread and butter we could eat, and hot
foot, wandering at a local farmers’ market in
were Ann McInnes and Heather
maple syrup drizzled over snow. Small won-
the town of Bath, enjoying an outdoor music
McAlpine. At another dock, a ferry from
der the entire school was put on a diet before
festival in another town, and cooking and
Salt Spring Island carrying Betsy Johnston
we were sent home for the holidays!
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drop of the Quebec separatist movement
Catherine Williams, BCS’78
what a warm, interesting group of women I
and Soviet Eastern Europe. Harvy donated
Bishop James W. Williams was the fourth
was surrounded by. Over the past fifty years,
copies of his book to the BCS library at the
Bishop of Quebec and headmaster at BCS
we’ve travelled widely and followed many
September Homecoming. Harvy’s website
from 1857–63. His son, Lennox Williams
paths. We’ve been teacher, counsellor, life
(www.HarvySimkovits.com) will be launched
attended BCS from 1871–77 and went on to
coach, air hostess, B&B operator, fundraiser,
by the end of the year.
be Quebec’s sixth bishop. Their descendant,
Returning to the present, I was struck by
James Lennox Williams, BCS’54, recently
and union organizer. Our lives include children, stepchildren, and grandchildren. As I
David Stenason, BCS’75
watched their faces and enjoyed the conver-
“Class of ’75 teammates Dave (Slack) Fuller
Catherine, BCS’78, and Jennifer, BCS’80.
sation, I realized that our lives also include
and Dave (Stan) Stenason were back at
They visited Ross Hall, St. Martin’s Chapel,
unique, unbreakable connections made years
Fenway Park in Boston for their annual visit
and Glass House, where both girls were
ago in the corridors and classrooms of KHC.
to cheer on the Red Sox. On a lovely hot
boarders.
Many thanks to Alumni Officer, Susan
Sunday afternoon in August, the Red Sox
came to campus with his daughters,
Catherine later shared, “It was very spe-
Cook, for sending newsletters, BCS/KHC
beat the Yankees 6-1. Dave Fuller’s BCS First
cial for us to take a trip down memory lane
pins, and, most importantly, a video of BCS
Team hockey number was 16, and First Team
with our father. Touring BCS after so many
students in 2014 singing Forty Years On. One
football number was the inverse 61. A coinci-
years brought back so many great memories.
of the girls was wearing our school uniform
dence? We think not!”
I really did love my three years there.”
touched by the students ending the song
David Stenason, BCS’75
Chris Cowans, BCS’81
with ‘Happy reunion, King’s Hall, Compton!’”
On a beautiful late summer day in September,
“My wife Jenny and I still live in Beverly,
(tunic and white blazer) and we were
BCS ’75 classmates and old friends Carrie
Massachusetts. Our daughter Sky has gradu-
Jane (Aylward) Hamilton, KHC’68
McDougall and David (Stan) Stenason
ated from Elon University and works for
“My creative, non-fiction biography, Finding
played their annual round of golf with
BuzzFeed in LA. Our son Ace will be going to
John Rae, was published by Ronsdale Press of
Carrie’s mother, Willa McDougall, KHC’46.
the University of Vermont this fall where he
Vancouver in April 2017. In the book, Arctic
As has been their tradition over the past 15
will be a Catamount on the hockey team.
explorer Dr. John Rae tells his own story
years, this trio played at the Mount Bruno
Zane is a sophomore at St. Georges School in
about his extraordinary life and his discov-
Country Club on the south shore of Montreal.
Newport, Rhode Island, and Juno still lives at
ery of the missing Franklin Expedition and
Carrie and Stan still struggle to compete with
home and is in grade six.
the elusive link to the Northwest Passage in
Willa, who was the ladies champion at Mount
1854. John Rae’s sister was my great-great
Bruno ten times. Carrie is currently living in
of years ago, and my mother lives in the
grandmother. When I learned of the family
Barre, Vermont, where she owns and operates
Laurentian Mountains. We’d love to see peo-
connection in 2009, I became fascinated
her own tour business, while Willa splits her
ple if they make their way to the Boston
with his story. Since then, I have travelled
time between Georgeville, QC and Ponte
areas—we have plenty of room, typically!”
extensively for research purposes. My own
Vedra Beach, Florida.
My dad retired to Chester, NS a number
Michel Murdock, BCS’81
journey in search of my ancestors’ connections with Orkney, Scotland, the Inuit
Neil Cunningham, BCS’77
Michel Murdock, BCS’81, Louis
people of the Canadian Arctic, prejudice in
“Lucy Gray-Donald, BCS’95 and I shared
Laflamme, BCS’81, Michel Laframboise,
Victorian England, and the nature of truth,
lunch in the Marcado Puerto in the old city
BCS’80, and Bryan Hamilton Chadwick,
has been a real learning curve. My husband
of Montevideo, Uruguay back in April. We
BCS’81 recently met up at Satay Brothers
Don Cooper and I live in Penetanguishene
enjoyed a traditional Uruguayan asado, all
restaurant in Montreal and shared their
on Georgian Bay. We have five children,
ordered by Lucy, which includes lots of deli-
photo with our Alumni Facebook Group!
seven grandchildren, two horses, and a dog.”
cious BBQ’d meat including the succulent
Harvy Simkovits, BCS’72
local beef. Thanks, Lucy, for introducing me
Suzanne Bruneau Arniel, BCS’82
to one of your favourite lunch spots!”
Suzanne Bruneau Arniel, BCS’82 stopped
Harvy just completed his first memoir: Just
by while celebrating her wedding anniver-
Lassen to Me!—A First-generations Son’s Story:
David Wold, BCS’77
sary with her husband, Steve. While she
Surviving a Survivor. It’s based on Harvy’s
“Hello, Everyone! Still busy with the music
noticed some great changes and improve-
complex relationship with both his
life; come see one of my shows in beautiful
ments such as the Molson Patterson
Hungarian- Slovak businessman father and
New Hampshire! Wishing you all the very
building, the Peter Holt library, and the
his Montreal family. This first book in a
best.” davidwold.com
revamped fitness centre, she was pleased to
series has many references to the years
also note that BCS still felt the same. “It
Harvy spent at BCS, and is set with the back-
even smells the same!” she laughed.
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Photographs, clockwise from far left: Michel Laframboise, BCS’80, Louis Laflamme, BCS’81, Michel Murdock, BCS’81, and Bryan Hamilton Chadwick, BCS’81, met for a meal in Montreal; Suzanne Bruneau Arniel, BCS’82, stopped by while celebrating her wedding anniversary; Lucy Gray-Donald, BCS’95, and Neil Cunningham, BCS’77, met up for lunch in Uruguay; Martin Giroux, BCS’88, is back to his running roots; Ron Romanado found himself officiating a football game that current student Alfonso was playing!
Theodora Brinckman, BCS’84
like a simple race at 15 years old often that
we recognized each other almost immediate-
“BCS friendship was at its best when John
have a large impact way after they happen.
ly. You can take a boy out of BCS but you
Gilmour, BCS ’83, Robert Lee, BCS ’83,
Since then, I often compared certain hurdles
can’t take BCS out of the boy. We had a
Christian Lherrisson, BCS ’83, Theo
in my life to running a race.
blast, naturally!”
Brinckman, BCS ’84, and Shelley Stein-
After BCS, I kept on running through my
Sacks were reunited over hilarious tales,
university years until the kids arrived. And
Melissa Glazier, BCS’94
gutsy laughter, and non-stop catching up. All
three years ago (at 44), I started to run again.
“Hello, Friends! I am a graduate of the class
with a level of ease that made school days
Suddenly, I started to run longer distances in
of 1994; my maiden name was Barsoski—
feel like yesterday.”
some local races. I did some trail racing and
now Glazier! A little less than a year ago we
now this fall I’ll participate in my first
took a huge leap of faith and relocated to
James Bateman, BCS’88
triathlon. And you know what? All those
Palm Desert, California, from our home for
James brought his family to campus this
good vibes and souvenirs that originated
20 years in Halifax, NS. The week we moved
past summer. He has really good memories
from my running years at BCS often come
to the desert the temperatures topped out at
from his time at BCS. His father was a Glass
back to the surface. Even if today I am not
118 F. It was quite an adjustment, but we are
houseparent, and James spent 15 years on
running my 1km in 4 minutes like I did
so happy in our new home! The move was
campus before heading to Scotland where
once, I’m still having a great time and main-
originally precipitated by my husband Brad’s
he lives today.
taining my health. Often (not all the time!),
work, but I was able to find work easily, con-
it makes me even feel young again.”
tinuing in my profession as a personal
Martin Giroux, BCS’88
trainer and fitness coach. I love training
“When I was at BCS, I used to run cross
Franklin Raff, BCS’92
clients here as well as coaching members at
country every fall and do track every spring.
“I was thrilled to meet the great Scott
Orangetheory Fitness Palm Desert. Our 12-
Mr. Perrier and Mr. Marlin were great
Goodson, BCS’81, very improbably, while
year-old daughter made the transition
coaches for me. They made us run hard.
sailing in the Swedish archipelago in the
seamlessly and is thriving here as well. If
They were able to get 110% out of us. What is
Baltic. We met in a tiny coastal anchorage—
any of you find yourselves in the Coachella
fascinating as well, it’s those small things
he was on another sailboat—and somehow,
Valley, please look me up!”
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Photographs, clockwise from above left: Émilie Macauley, BCS’14, is pursuing her dream of a career in Musical Theatre; James Stewart, Douglas Patriquin, Peter Schmidt, and Peter Nixon, all 1984 classmates, gathered in the Hague to celebrate James’ 70th birthday; Andrea Gonzalez Romano, BCS’10, caught up with Sarrah Ewing, BCS’10, while visiting in July; Members of the KHC Class of 1967 gathered on the west coast.
BCS Classes of 1997 and 2007 Reunions The classes of 1997 and 2007 reunited during Cadet Inspection in May for a fun-filled weekend that saw over 40 alumni descend on BCS grounds. Both years started their own Facebook page to get the word out, and a very organized 2007 group planned a year in advance to raise funds for the rebinding of our chapel’s hymn books. Alumni flew in from the west coast, Europe, Mexico, and Asia. Ritu Ashrafi, BCS’02 “I’m in Toronto now, after working in nyc, London, and Sydney. Currently at a startup called Logojoy.com, heading up Customer Advocacy and marketing. You can learn more on my website: rituashrafi.com.” Samuel Giguère, BCS’03 Samuel was hanging around his old stomping grounds this summer while attending the Montreal Alouettes training camp at Bishop’s University. When the camp finished up, he dropped by for a visit, bringing teammate and kicker Boris Bede along with him.
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Photographs, clockwise from far left: Frédéric Abraham, BCS’19, was drafted by the Val d’Or Foreurs and is currently playing in the QMJHL; Summer would not be complete without “The Beauties” reunion!; Samuel Wang, BCS’14, was presented with a special plaque for his athletic achievements; Monty Brinckman, BCS’11, Kieran McCormick, BCS’12, and James Andrews, BCS’11, reunited at Plantation for June’s graduation reception; Kaitlin O’Reilly, BCS’06, and her husband welcomed their first baby this summer.
Kaitlin O’Reilly, BCS’06
and girls at the ceremony but they included:
Andrews, BCS’11, was working part-time in
"My husband, Michael, and I are happy to
Alex Perry-Gore, BCS’80; Bridget Perry-
the Admissions office.
announce that on June 13, 2017, we wel-
Gore, BCS’81;Clive Perry-Gore, BCS’83;
comed our first baby, Emersyn Mae Wismer.
Tim O’Reilly, BCS’80; Kelli O’Reilly,
Chad Bean, BCS’13
We have been enjoying this new adventure
BCS’05; Kaitlin O’Reilly, BCS’06; current
“I wanted to tell you that the ‘Beauties’ had
of parenthood."
student Ana-Claudia; Angel Atomate,
their summertime Old Boys reunion this
BCS’08; David Andrew Cannon, BCS’08;
past July at Chris and Will Champagne’s
Charis and Chrystal Haynes,
Dominic (Nico) Jansen, BCS’08; Brody
home in Lampton, QC!”
BCS’06 and BCS’07
O’Connor, BCS’08; and former teacher
“Hello from Bermuda! As far as what we
Vince Jansen!”
Émilie Macaulay, BCS’14 Émilie is currently living in Toronto and
have been up to, I am currently working at hsbc as a Control and Risk Manager for
Andrea Gonzalez Romano, BCS’10
chasing her dreams as she pursues a career
Retail Banking and Wealth Management. I
In July, Andrea popped in for a quick visit.
in Musical Theatre. This past summer, she
am working on a designation to comple-
She was a Form IV Gillard girl for 2006–07
played the role of Ali in Mamma Mia! at the
ment my position so my hands are quite full.
but says that BCS will always be in her
Regent Theatre with Dancyn Productions.
Charis is a Claims Analyst at an insurance
heart. Andrea was happy to be able to stop
This was her first major role since graduat-
company called Park Indemnity. She has also
in and visit with her friend Sarrah Ewing,
ing from the Randolph Academy of the
been featured in many successful art shows.
BCS’10, who just happens to work in the
Performing Arts last fall. She will also be
She is quite the busy bee. We are very happy
Admissions office!
touring in the Maritimes with a show called The Great Big Boo! in October. She would love
with how life is going so far.” Monty Brinckman, BCS’11
to give a shout out to all her fellow 2014
Sophie O’Reilly, BCS’08
Monty joined us in June to celebrate his
graduates and wishes everyone health and
“My husband, Noah, and I got married on
cousins who were graduating, and ran into
happiness!
August 26 in Collingwood. Unfortunately we
some fellow alumni! Kieran McCormick,
didn’t get a photo of all the BCS old boys
BCS’12, is a current teacher, and James
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Photographs, clockwise from above left: Gillian Rowan-Legg Booth, KHC’61 (second from left) with her family—including daughter Stephanie Wrenn Smith, BCS’90 (second from right); Sophie O’Reilley, BCS’08, was married in front of an entire contingent of BCS alumni!; BCS grads reunited at Queen’s University; Over the course of a weekend, 14 ladies from the KHC Class of 1965 gathered in a beautiful old farmhouse on the coast of Maine.
Samuel Wang, BCS’14 After swimming in the U Sports Championnats de Natation 2017, Sam Wang, BCS’14, stopped by to speak about his passion for swimming and the many challenges he faced while balancing training and school work. He was presented with a special plaque for his athletic achievements and got the chance to meet with his former teachers. Rebecca Leblond, BCS’16 It turns out Queen’s University is a popular destination for BCS grads! Stephane Anglade, BCS’14, Jessica Walsh, BCS’14, Ben Adams, BCS’15, Romy Zeitlinger, BCS’15, and Rebecca Leblond, BCS’16, gathered together for an outdoor adventure in Kingston, ON. Alec Taillon, BCS’17
is currently playing centre for the Val d’Or
Ron Romanado, past teacher 1977–92
Foreurs in the QMJHL and studying at
“I was officiating a football game in Dollard-
Collège Charles-Lemoyne.
des-Ormeaux involving a Midget team from
“After completing Form VII in June of 2017, I
Sherbrooke. It was hot! Speaking with the
signed on to play Junior A-level hockey for
Pat and Cliff Goodwin
Sherbrooke coach, I mentioned I had lived
the Kemptville 73’s of the Central Canadian
Pat and Cliff were a staple at BCS, working
in Lennoxville and taught at BCS. He replied
Hockey League (CCHL).”
here from 1969 to 1997. They came to visit
that there was a BCS student playing on the
earlier in the year, with faculty and staff
team and insisted that we meet. Current stu-
members flocking to see them!
dent Alfonso said how much he loved BCS
Frédéric Abraham, BCS’19 Fred came to BCS for Form II in 2012 and
and asked what I had taught at the school. A
left in 2015 to pursue his hockey dream. He
really nice young man!”
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Mary Elizabeth “Ibby” Large, KHC’48
Robyn Mooney, Monika Lawrence, and
family. Later in life, he seemed to discover
September 19, 1931–September 19, 2017
Thomas LaPierre. Cherished grandfather of
the answer, in the love he shared with his
Ibby Large (née Bradshaw) passed away
Jy, Noah, Rohja, Beniya, Paige, Claire,
bride of 59 years, Anne.
peacefully in her home in Oakville, ON, after
Georgia, and Angie.
a brave fight against cancer and later a
John was born in Kingston, ON, but grew
Heather Thuswaldner
stroke. Ibby entered this world on
up in Lennoxville, QC. He attended Bishop’s
(née Anderson), KHC’53
September 19, 1931 and she left us on the
College School and Bishop’s University
1936–July 25, 2017
same date, having lived 86 wonderful years.
where he studied history, was an avid hock-
Heather passed away unexpectedly at home
Beloved wife of the late Stewart Large.
ey goalie, and dabbled in amateur theatre-as
on July 25, 2017 in her 81st year. Heather was
Devoted and much-loved mother of Beth,
a result of which, two of his children are
the best friend and cherished wife of
Ross, and Clare, and mother-in-law of Bill
actors. John then pursued a career in law
Andreas Thuswaldner for 59 years. Loving
McCracken and Elaine Large (née Webster).
after graduating from McGill University.
and much-loved mother of Norman (Karen
Loving grandmother (Nannie) of Shannon de
John practiced in Montreal with the firm
Clifford), Andrew (Cindy Thuswaldner), and
Roos (Robert) and Jamie McCracken, and
of Doheny, Day, Mackenzie & Lawrence until
Stephen (Luisa Thuswaldner); grandmother
Thomas, Daniel, and Maggie Large. Proud
he moved his family to Ottawa in 1971.
of Sarah, Jessie, Nicholas, Emily, Marco, Erik,
great grandmother of Kailyn and Hayden de
There he took the role of general counsel to
and Caleb Thuswaldner; and great-grand-
Roos. Dear sister of Dick Bradshaw and his
the Canadian Radio and Television
mother of Nadya, Norah, Nylah, and Linnea.
wife, Val. Dearest friend and kindred spirit
Commission (crtc) under Pierre Juneau and
She was the devoted daughter of the late
of Gordon Hinch.
Harry Boyle. It was at this time that he and
Catherine Crites. Heather enjoyed a wonder-
Anne bought their cherished Heronlake
fully active life in the great outdoors. In the
at King’s Hall, Compton, and earned an
Born in 1931 in Quebec, she was educated
Farm near Shawville, QC where they spent
winter, she went downhill skiing, both local-
Honours Degree in English at McGill
winter weekends and holidays with family.
ly and in Western Canada and the U.S., and
University. Ibby was a devoted and loyal
Summers were spent on Martha’s Vineyard,
cross- country skiing in the Greenbelt and
mother to all her children, especially to her
Massachusetts.
the Gatineau Hills. In the summer, she canoe-
dear Clare, to whom she dedicated her time
In the late ’70s, John moved to the Privy
camped with Andreas throughout Ontario
and efforts tirelessly for her entire life, and
Council Office under Michael Pitfield, where
and Quebec; hiked, rollerbladed, and the list
to the cause of others with special needs.
he co-authored the Canadian government
goes on. As Heather’s late-life scoliosis pre-
Ibby was a passionate lover of the arts; liter-
white paper on bilingualism entitled A
sented numerous physical challenges to her,
ature, art, drama, and music infused her life
National Understanding. He would return to
she steadfastly pushed forward, never com-
and brought her much joy. She was an avid
the crtc in 1980 as its Vice-Chairman under
plaining, and persisted by going for walks
traveller who touched all corners of the
John Meisel before leaving to join the law
whenever she could with her walking sticks,
world. Ibby was a loyal friend to many, a fact
firm of Blake, Cassels & Graydon. During
and later with her walker.
made clear by the support and visits she
this time, he greatly enjoyed the many
received in her final months. Her life was
friends whom he met while working on the
Robert M. Jamieson, BCS’56
full, her personality large, and her life
legal affairs of Alberta’s Government
March 28, 1938–July 7, 2017
entirely one of class.
Telephones (agt). He retired in 2000.
Bob Jamieson passed away July 7 in Toronto,
In retirement, John and Anne split their
ON, after a lengthy battle with cancer. He
John Edward McCrea Lawrence, BCS’49
time between Ottawa and Jupiter, Florida.
was the son of the late Robert and Beatrice
BA (Bishop’s), LLB (McGill)
They cruised most years, often returning to
(Wray) Jamieson. Left to mourn are his wife
January 18, 1932–June 3, 2017
St. Petersburg, Russia, and Istanbul, Turkey
Caroline Wright, his two daughters, six
John passed away at Ottawa’s Queensway
(two of John’s favourite cities). John loved
grandchildren, his sister Marjorie Morden,
Carleton Hospital, of congestive heart fail-
his grandchildren, who called him Jem, and
KHC’57, and many friends. He was pre-
ure, at the age of 85, with his family at his
would tussle and play with them as he did
deceased by his brother Kingsley, BCS’61.
side. He was the loving husband of Anne
with his four children. John yearned to dis-
Bob always cherished his years at BCS in
Cadman, brother of Nancy Veldhuis and
cover the meaning of human existence
Williams House, and the lasting friendships
Donald, his twin. Beloved father of Burke,
through his readings and his passionate din-
and times spent on the football field, hockey
John, Denys, and Cary, and father-in-law to
ner table discussions with friends and
rink, and tennis court.
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Jane Cushing Brazeau, KHC’57
Quebec, as did his two brothers, subse-
Bahamian representative for Sotheby’s Real
October 13, 1939–March 11, 2015
quently.
Estate. In his last years in the Bahamas, Fred
It is with heavy hearts that we announce
Fred completed his studies at Princeton
went out on his own, continuing in the real
that Mum died peacefully in the early morn-
University, graduating in 1961. While he was
estate domain. He and Luleen lived at Lyford
ing of March 11, 2015. Predeceased by the
at Princeton he worked throughout his four
Cay and had a house for many years on
love of her life, Jean-Paul (John) Brazeau, to
years on The Daily Princetonian, the universi-
Harbour Island.
whom she was happily married for 48 years.
ty’s student newspaper, serving at the end as
She was an avid bridge player, and gave a
the paper’s Business Manager. Wendy, Fred’s
with Luleen and they bought a house in
hug and smiles to all those she crossed paths
eldest child, was an undergraduate student
Lombers. Fred’s father had served in France
with. Devoted mother to Penny, Doug, and
at Princeton in the early 1980s.
as a military aviator in the First World War,
Kate (Stephen Takacsy). Grandmother,
While Fred was still a university student
Retiring in 2005, Fred moved to France
and had subsequently lived there with his
known as Bummie, to her grandchildren
he married Victoria Webster, of Montreal.
first wife before her death, and his move to
Blake, Keri, Georgia, Julia, and Nicholas.
They had three children, all born in Canada:
the Bahamas in 1937, with his daughter Ann
Bummie had nothing but love and admira-
Wendy Moseley Wanklyn; Sara Webster
Frederic Wanklyn. In 1938, he married
tion for her beautiful children and
Wanklyn; and Frederic Angus Wanklyn.
Suzanne Moseley and started a new family.
grandchildren from whom she received end-
Fred’s first marriage ended in divorce, in the
In the years before his return to the
less joy. She leaves behind her sister Susan
mid-1970s.
Bahamas, Fred threw himself into yet anoth-
and her brothers, Stephen and Jack. Mum
Working in Montreal in the early 1960s
er island venture, purchasing an old house
was known most for her warm nature and
for the American real estate developer
on the Greek Island of Paxos, in partnership
outstanding personality, which enabled her
William Zeckendorf’s firm Webb & Knapp,
with his brother George, who was then liv-
to keep a positive outlook throughout life
Fred was involved in the construction of the
ing in Paris.
and during her illness. In lieu of flowers,
enormous office and shopping complex
donations to the Victorian Order of Nurses
known as Place Ville Marie. While working
and university, Fred fell victim at an early
(100-2315 St-Laurent Blvd, Ottawa, ON K1G
for Webb & Knapp, he became very interest-
age to a series of serious health problems.
4J8) or the Holy Trinity Church (12
ed in Canadian politics, and joined the
He survived severe bouts of different can-
Préfontaine Ouest, Ste-Agathe-des-Monts, QC
election campaign of his Montreal member
cers, and the essential loss of sight in one
J8C 1C3) would be very much appreciated.
of the House of Commons. Fred moved to
eye, from toxoplasmosis. During his final
Ottawa with his family to serve as the execu-
years as a French resident, Fred was diag-
Frederic Moseley Wanklyn, BCS’57
tive assistant to that Member of Parliament,
nosed with Alzheimer’s Disease, which
March 21, 1939–September 16, 2017
Brig. Gen. C.M. ‘Bud’ Drury, who served
ultimately resulted in his being confined to
Fred Wanklyn died in Lombers, in the south-
from 1963 to 1968 as the Minister of
bed for the last part of his life. He was lov-
west of France, on September 16, 2017. He
Industry and Minister of Defence Production
ingly cared for during this very difficult time
died at home, in the presence of his wife
in the Liberal government of Prime Minister
by his wife Luleen. There were frequent vis-
Luleen. He was 78 years old.
Lester B. Pearson.
its to Lombers from his children and
Frederic Moseley Wanklyn was born in
In 1966, Fred moved to Paris, France, with
A splendid athlete in his years at school
grandchildren, living in England and
Nassau on March 21, 1939, the eldest of the
his family, serving at the Canadian embassy
Canada, and his brother John, who divides
three sons of Lt. Col. Frederic Angus
as Commercial Attaché. The Wanklyns divid-
most of his time between Florida and the
Wanklyn, M.C., and Mary Suzanne Moseley
ed their time between Paris and a weekend
Bahamas, and his brother George.
Wanklyn. He was the great-great-grandson of
home west of Paris before they acquired a
Fred is survived by his wife Luleen, his
Edwin Charles Moseley, who founded The
large part of an old mansion on the French
three children Wendy, Sara, and Young Fred,
Nassau Guardian in 1844.
island of Corsica. Always an ‘island boy,’
and his two brothers. On his father’s side,
Fred also lived for several years on the
there are the three daughters of his half-sis-
few years before he became a pupil at St.
Italian island of Sardinia, and he developed
ter Ann Wanklyn Snow: Kathy, Cindy, and
Andrew’s School in 1948, in the very first
several properties there in the 1970s. Until
Elaine, and there are also Canadian cousins.
class of that school’s existence. His younger
his health failed a few years ago, Fred and
On his mother’s side, there are Bahamian
brothers John Andrew Wanklyn (born in
Luleen continued to spend part of the year
cousins. Fred’s three children have given
1940) and George Angus Wanklyn (born in
on Sardinia.
him a total of seven grandchildren.
As a young boy, Fred was tutored for a
1945) were also educated at St. Andrew’s
Returning to the Bahamas in 1979, Fred
School. Fred went on to school in Canada,
maintained his activity in the world of real
his father’s native land, in 1953, attending
estate. In May 1981, he married Luleen
Bishop’s College School in Lennoxville,
Handcock. He joined the Lyford Cay Real
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Vicki (Margaret Victoria)
and his brother Gerardo (2008–09) as well as
Nelson Little, KHC’66
his sister Carla (2010–11) were also students.
1948–August 17, 2017
Although it was only one year away from
With courage, strength, and determination
home, it was a time that made a difference
following a long and arduous struggle with
for each one of them. BCS was a part of
melanoma, Vicki died peacefully at home on
Ricardo that enabled him to become the
Thursday, August 17, 2017. Loving wife of
extraordinary man he turned out to be. We
Patrick for 43 years and deeply devoted
miss him dearly.
mother of Christopher and Alexandra, Vicki brightened the lives of those fortunate
Shirley Ann Perrier, BCS employee 1971–90
enough to love, and be loved by, her. Her
March 23, 1951–August 21, 2017
compassion, generosity, and enthusiasm will
At the Ottawa General Hospital, after a
be greatly missed by her family and her
courageous battle, Ann peacefully passed
many friends. Vicki’s involvement in various
away, surrounded by her loving family on
local organizations, both as volunteer and
Monday, August 21, 2017. Devoted and loving
employee, enriched her life and helped bet-
wife of Bob for 43 wonderful years and
ter her community. She was a fiercely proud
much loved mother of Tara (Terry), Jason,
Canadian who considered herself extremely
and Paul (Lindsey). Ann was an adoring and
privileged to have lived in this wonderful
adored grandmother of Emily, Olivia, Anna,
country of peace and natural beauty. Many
and Cole. Proud aunt of many wonderful
thanks to all those who showered her with
nieces and nephews and their families. Ann
incredible amounts of love and kindness
is survived by her brother Ken.
throughout her illness, and a special thanks
Ann will always be remembered for her
to Trish Loat and Gail Richardson for their
deep love and commitment to her family
unwavering support and encouragement.
and friends, her witty sense of humour, and her endless compassion and kindness
Clive Michael Law, BCS’73
toward others. As a teacher, houseparent,
May 14,1954–June 10, 2017
and coach for more than thirty years, Ann
Born in London, England, Clive passed away
cared for her students as if they were her
peacefully on Saturday, June 10, 2017 at the
own children, and she was dedicated to their
age of 63. Beloved father to Kathleen and
overall well-being and success in all areas of
Richard (Geneviève) and husband to
their lives. Ann was a true leader, mentor,
Elizabeth Fournier-Law. Predeceased by his
and friend to all those fortunate to have
mother, Eithne McNamara of Galway,
known her.
Ireland. Former officer of the Governor
A special thank you to the staff at the
General’s Foot Guards, Public Servant with
Ottawa General Hospital for their excellent
Transport Canada, Global Affairs, and the
care and compassion over the past six
rcmp. Clive deployed to Haiti as a civilian
months. In memory of Ann and in lieu of
member of the rcmp with the UN in 2009
flowers, a donation to Diabetes Canada or
where he became a philanthropist for
the Ottawa Hospital Foundation would be
numerous local causes. A passionate
appreciated.
researcher, Clive authored and co-authored 12 books and published over 100 titles through his publishing house, Service Publications. Ricardo Cohen de Villafranca, BCS’09 October 12, 1990–February 10, 2017 On February 10, while with his friends at Breckenridge, Colorado, Ricardo had a terrible accident skiing, and died at age 26. He attended BCS for the school year of 2005–06
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2016–17
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The Cost of Excellence IB curriculum, and the expansion of our enrichment and support programs in the R.D.W. Howson Enrichment Centre. In the 2016–17 academic year, annual giving and the endowment accounted for 13% of the operating costs, as well as funding many of the major projects highlighted earlier in this issue of The BCS Bulletin. If it has been a while since you have been to campus, or even if you have visited recently, we warmly welcome you back and look forward to seeing you on Moulton Hill. BCS is thriving and the engagement of our students, faculty, and staff is something that you are certain to feel when you connect with the energy of the school. There is a joy to the work that we are doing and to the actions and interactions of our students that truly brings alive every gift made to the school. If you are not able to make it to cam-
This past year,
The historical success of our school has
pus, I hope that we will be able to connect
always been dependent on the generosity,
at one of our many events throughout the
donor participation
support, and volunteerism of our many
world, as we build on our connections to
alumni, family, and friends. This is not
both inform and thank all of you for your
increased by 52.4%.
unique to BCS, but in fact the mark of any
continued commitment to BCS.
exceptional and proud independent school. The bold vision we are building together for the future of the school, and the future of our students, is simply not possible without the support of many. So, thank
Tyler L. Lewis
you for including BCS in your personal giv-
Head of School
ing and for remaining committed to the ongoing work we are undertaking. The programs of excellence that you have always been accustomed to are shining in even brighter ways, as our cadets march with updated uniforms, our classrooms evolve with new technology, and our theatre, sports teams, and houses all convey the pride of a school that is supported and loved by its many constituents. We are surging forward with our new innovations, such as the implementation of the
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Generations of Giving This fall was the eleventh September in a row that I have dropped a child off at BCS. My children are the third generation in our family to benefit from the care and support of BCS, as they grow, learn, live, and laugh while preparing for their future. The values, traditions, and rigor of life at BCS haven’t changed much, but BCS has grown tremendously. I was a student when computers were introduced for the first time. It was the only reason I liked going to the science wing! The continuous needs of technological growth, enhanced teaching space, and modern residential life are an ongoing challenge. Over the past 11 years my four children have experienced much-needed house renovations; new and improved laptop and iPad usage; the creation of trips during long weekend breaks for the international students not travelling home; an Enrichment Centre that has allowed for
Needless to say, realizing such improve-
a parent, an alumna, and a member of the
increased academic support services; and
ments listed above requires funds not pro-
Parent Association and the Association
the implementation of both the IB and New
vided in the operating budget; and these
Board, the old adage is true that “the more
Brunswick high school diplomas, allowing
funds come from the generosity of alumni
you give, the more you get.”
Grade 12 students to apply straight into
and friends of the school. In 2007 when my
university anywhere in the world.
eldest son chose to attend BCS, I had no
afoot to make BCS a school of the future.
idea that I would become so involved and
Advanced technology in the classrooms
operating budget is spread thin over the
as comfortable walking the halls as I did
and houses, a new residence, and a cam-
daily needs of running a great school.
back in the 80s. I can honestly say that as
pus master plan are just the beginning.
Tyler Lewis runs a tight ship, and the
There are great and very exciting plans
BCS will always be home and I am proud to work towards the goal of keeping it that
JOIN US
way for future generations.
Each year, we ask all members of our community to participate in Annual Giving. Together, we create an exceptionally dynamic and caring community where students, parents, staff, and alumni invest in the pursuit of excellence. We invite you to express your support for bcs by participating in this important cycle of support. Avery (MacKay) Russell, BCS’85
Please consider donating to the 2017–18 Annual Giving campaign. You can do so by visiting www.bishopscollegeschool.com/Donate, submitting the donation card inside the back cover of this issue, or by contacting Lyne Labrecque, at llabrecque@bishopscollegeschool.com or 819-566-0238 x283.
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Annual Giving at Bishop’s College School Why is annual giving important at BCS?
and an increased range of organic offer-
increased number of course offerings, the
ings in the dining hall denote an incom-
IB represents a significant stride forward
Every year at BCS, we depend upon the
plete, but representative list of the
for the school. This does not come without
annual donations from our parents, alumni,
far-ranging impact of this support.
financial impact, however: we invested
faculty, staff, and friends to sustain our
$108K in faculty professional development
programs and maintain operations at the
Campus Renewal and Renovation:
last year and added two full-time faculty
standard of excellence that has become
With our current campus now over 100
members for the 2017–18 school year.
synonymous with the BCS experience. It is
years old, there is a significant amount of
The R.D.W. Howson Enrichment Centre
not just the exciting progress of some of
annual upkeep that is necessary. Chapman
continues to expand the range of its sup-
our key programs that you can read about
House had not been occupied for nearly
port to the entire community, providing a
in this copy of The Bulletin, but all of our
five years but with foundation and brick
variety of tutoring and extra academic
operations that depend upon the generosi-
repairs, and the committed work of our
support options, all made possible through
ty and commitment of our donors. By mak-
maintenance staff, we have a building that
philanthropy.
ing BCS a philanthropic priority, you allow
is ‘sound and true,’ and home to a current
us to deliver special programming that
faculty family. All the carpets were
Athletic Programs:
inspires and motivates our students, such
replaced in Smith, Williams, and both Grier
An integral part of a BCS education, partic-
as hands-on, project-based learning, out-
houses. We also made repairs to the roof
ipation in sport provides students with
door adventure, leadership development,
and ventilation of the athletics complex,
experiences that will help them mature
international travel, community service, and
completed brick repairs to the power plant
emotionally, mentally, socially, and physi-
individualized academic support. With your
and infirmary, and extended the heating
cally. Students have the opportunity to
support, we are also able to provide finan-
loop down to Grier House. We will continue
explore a wide variety of sports or to play
cial assistance to outstanding students
to invest in our campus and buildings to
on one of our competitive teams. Annual
who would not otherwise be able to attend
ensure they provide a comfortable home
giving provides support each year for new
BCS. Finally, without philanthropic support,
away from home for our students.
team uniforms, travel to tournaments and
our beautiful campus and facilities would not stand as proudly or shine as brightly. Annual donors can choose to direct
competitions, and facilities improvements.
Scholarships and Financial Assistance:
Last year’s outstanding team results
Every year, we depend upon donations to
reflect the significance of this support: our
their contributions to specific areas
support our talented and promising stu-
U18/Varsity team defeated traditional
of the school. Here are some of the
dents, both incoming and returning. Full
powerhouses like SAC and UCC to win the
popular areas:
tuition is affordable to fewer families than it
NISIC National Championship, while our
used to be, so support through scholarships
Senior Boys Rugby fielded a Sevens team
Highest Priority Fund:
and financial assistance is essential to
for the first time and laid claim to the
Many donors contribute funds to assist
enrolling the strongest students. This year,
ETIAC trophy.
with the highest priority projects each
we were able to grant over $1.55M in aid.
Other:
year, leaving that determination to school administration. During the 2016–17 year,
Academic Programs:
BCS has been very fortunate to receive
the Highest Priority Fund supported a wide
The academic program is, and has always
gifts to help support other key initiatives
range of high impact projects, including
been, a central priority at BCS. This year
at the school such as:
repairs to School House, as well as the
was a particularly exciting start, as we are
r Cadets
ongoing campus master planning initia-
in our first year of offering the IB curricu-
r Community service initiatives
tives. Professional development for our
lum. From the work that is required for our
r Guest lecturers
faculty and staff, resources to support the
physical spaces (laboratories, classrooms,
r Musical instruments and tuning
implementation of IB curriculum, improved
art room, etc), to professional develop-
r Technology
technology for our R. Lewis Evans theatre,
ment of our faculty and staff, to the
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2016–17 Sources and Uses in 2016–17, donations to the annual fund were critical to the success of the school year, providing almost 3% of the total operating budget, and helping us to realize goals we would have otherwise never been able to accomplish. Another 9.8% of the operating budget was funded through proceeds from donations held in the $23.8M BCS Foundation endowment, including over 50 family scholarships and endowed programs like the Arthur P. Campbell Award, the Tomlinson Chair Scholarship, and the Honourable William Mitchell Scholarship. Thanks to the wisdom of generations of donors, our endowment is the largest in Canada on a per-student basis, and it provides critical funding that will support BCS in perpetuity.
7%
2016–17 sources of funds
12%
1. Tuition and Fees
81%
$12,571,753
81%
2. Giving
$1,852,908
12%
3. Other
$1,163,487
7%
Total:
$15,588,148
9%
2016–17 uses of funds
11%
40%
10%
13% 17%
1. Instructional
$5,733,918
40%
2. Administration
$2,382,603
17%
3. Food and Domestic Services
$1,795,640
13%
4. Physical Plant
$1,449,749
10%
5. Financial Assistance
$1,551,877
11%
6. Advancement and Admission
$1,347,670
9%
Total:
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Thank You to Our 2016–17 Supporters Thank you to each and every donor
Douglas Cameron r
Charles Hart
Eric Taillon
who contributed to Bishop’s College
ClearPoint Medical Inc. r
Hatley–The Little Blue House
Peter A. W. Thomson r
School. Your gifts are making an
DJS Holdings Ltd.
Rae and Roy Heenan r
Anna-Ève Turcotte
impact in the school today, and will
Lucinda Flemer
Yajuan Hong and
François and Nathalie Turcotte
continue to enhance the experience of
The Hay Foundation
every bcs student. This list includes
Groupe Lalonde-Doyon r
all charitable donations from
Jinshan Li and
July 1, 2016 to June 30, 2017. r Indicates individuals who
Zhendong Du r Irving Mitchell Kalichman SENCRL LLP r
Zhaochun Zhang r
Sarah-Maud Turcotte r Fernand Turpin Michael Weir
Fern M. Jeffries r
The Windward Foundation
Infor (Hook and Loop) r
Jellifish Kids Inc. r
Huang Yunlong and Chen Pan r
Duan Junhui and Youqun Tan r
Kurt Johnson
Zoé Zurcher r
increased their giving from the
Xu Lu and Zhen Yin r
Alexandra Johnston r
and 3 Anonymous r
previous fiscal year.
Timothy McGee
Kaufman Laramée s.e.n.c.r.l. r
Daniel Sun and
Theo Kersheh r Les Autobus R. Pouliot Inc.
Head of School’s Circle ($500+)
Anthony Stent-Torriani r
Tyler and Renee Lewis
Stewart Arbuckle
Deirdre Stevenson
Sara Maud Lydiatt-Vanier r
Toner and Diane Brodeur
Richard D.W. Howson
Jennifer and Richard Vaughan r
P. Himal Mathew r
Michel Bull
The Petman Foundation
Xiaohu Yuan r
McLernon Consultants Ltd r
Rochelle Cantor r
Roald Smeets r
Michael Zinay
John McLernon r
Luis Cayuela Gally and
Founder’s Circle ($100,000+) Citco Corporate Services Inc. r
Zhihong Wang r
Ann Mitchell
Emma Leticia Jimenez r
Builder’s Circle ($50,000+)
Director’s Circle ($1,000+)
Doug Mitchell r
The Guiomar Smeets
ACT actuaires inc.
William Morris r
John Collyer r
Brian Allatt and Tanya
Peter B. Nixon
Dominique Dufour and
Foundation r Marcus and Nancy Hiles
Benefactor’s Circle ($10,000+)
Stephen Molson r
Bellehumeur r
Hugh Notman
Stephen Clement and Jennifer Soper r
Carl Mercure r
Fraser Baillie
Jr. Yao Peiyu and Ming Zhang r
John L. Easson r
Douglas Bassett r
Sylvi Plante and Neil Wiener r
Brian Edwards r
The BCS Truth and
Roger Pouliot
Frédéric Fizet r Randall Fraser
Scott Abbott
Reconciliation
Timothy Price r
Neil Cunningham r
Association Inc. r
Franklin Raff r
Isabelle Goyette r
Raymond James Canada
Ian Gray r
Michael Harrison r
Yu Bingbing and Yaoqin Lai
Richard Hart r
Richard Bradley r
Margot Heyerhoff
Jerome Cloutier r
Estate of Harriett S. Kane
Colfer Family Foundation
Daniel Lalonde
John Colfer
Robert Ross r
Amanda Jelowicki r
The Lincolnshire Foundation r
David Cottingham and
Nelson and Avery Russell r
John Laratta
Robert Savage r
Lilith Holdings Inc.
Bartlett MacDougall
Foundation r
Kathryn Wyatt Cottingham r
Lee Harrison r
Linda G. Rodeck and
Robert Henderson r
Arron Barberian
Peter D. Hyndman r
Eric and Jane Molson r
Stephen Cushing r
Setlakwe Capital Inc. r
Susan Elizabeth Holmes
Stephan Scholl r
François de Sainte Marie r
Paul Setlakwe r
La famille Lessard r
Susie Yang and Fanglin Wang r
Mark Emanuel r
Ruth and Stephen Sheeran
Ma Liming and Yan Xu r
and 1 Anonymous r
Fathom Strategies Inc. r
Michael Skutezky
Nicholas Lomasney r
Fondation Famille
Peter G. Smith
Joanna MacDonald
David and Cheryl Stenason
Marian MacFarlane r
Greg Stevenson and Corinna
Michael McMaster r
Chairman’s Circle ($5,000+)
Curadeau Group r James Fraas r
Gao Baoshi and Zhiyu Wang r
Carignan r
Terence Grier
The BCS Foundation
John and Karma Hallward
Guthrie and Sarah Stewart r
Peter H. C. Mitchell r Robin Molson
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2016–17 annual giving gifts received 1. Instructional
$210,947
29%
2. Administration
$160,586
22%
3. Food and Domestic Services
$122,878
17%
4. Other
$240,074
32%
Total:
$734,485
Tony Pacaud r
Peggy Couper r
Guy Painchaud r
Karim K. Daouk r
Gordon Ritchie r
Terrill Drew r
Schwab Fund for
M. and Mme Rosaire Dubé
Charitable Giving r
Peter and Judi Dunn r
Brian Sewell r
Sandra Edwards r
Harvy Simkovits r
Mathilde Einhorn r
George Stairs r
Lewis and Catherine Evans r
William Stavert r
Ernie Garbutt r
Tracey Stevens r
Nancy Gardiner r
Keith Tinker r
Gestion Rosaire Dubé, Inc.
Walker Glass Co. Ltd r
Carolyn Gibson r
Robert and Susan Winsor r
Annabel Golden r
and 4 Anonymous r
Cynthia Gordon r Graham Hallward r
Prefect’s Circle ($250+)
Ian Henderson r
David Park r
HWP Herwood Inc.
Joan G. Parker r
Maryse Pariseau
Ilian Angelov and
Tony Hungerbuhler r
Doug Patriquin
and 4 Anonymous r
Donald Johnston r
Louis Pilon r
Anido Communications Inc. r
Sonia Da Roxa r
Matthew and Gurt Kenny
Elizabeth Price McCrudden r
Philip J. Anido r
Samir Kersheh r
RBC Dominion Securities
Friends (up to $249)
Gordon Ash
Alex Kippen
Peter F. Ashworth
Stephen Kouri r
John Roland r
George and Janet Allan r
Virginia Bell r
Lyne Labrecque r
Georg and Vera Schaefer r
Stephen Allatt r
Robin Berlyn r
Felix Lalonde r
Peter Schmidt r
Heather Allen
Fraser Bertram r
Bill Lang r
William Scott
Robert Anderson r
Susan Black r
Philip Lawee r
Sebby’s Pub and Grill r
James Andrews r
David John Bonnett
Marguerite Lévesque
Sophie and Alan Shabel r
Dione Appleton
Emilien Bouchard and
LighTower Media Corp.
Belinda Shepard
John Apostolides
Ann MacAulay r
Mark Stephen r
Callie Archer
Sheila Bourke r
Albert MacDonald r
Suzanne Stohn r
Gabriel Aucoin r
Kari Bowser and
Jason Macioge r
Dacre Stoker r
Nora Athoe and Barry Athoe r
Charlotte MacLatchy r
Katherine Taylor-McCormick
Robert Aziz and
Theo Brinckman r
Cynthia McCall
Catherine and
Kevin John Brown and
Katharine Mills
Colette Gagné r
Normand Pigeon r
Jacquelyn Hollywood r Richard Clinton r Stuart and Jill Cobbett r Susan Cook r
Foundation r
Jason Wheeler and
Gordon Vanderbrug r
Pascale Demers r William Badger r
Martha Mitchell r
Nancy Waring
Stephen Baker
Molson Brothers/
Mary Webster r
Joan Ballantyne
Rosemary Ross Weintz r
Raymond Banham r
Frères Molson r Mary and Deane Nesbitt
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Michael Bastian r
Marguerite Borntraeger
Peter and Caroline Cassar r
Jacques Dion
Anne Baxter
H. William Borntraeger III
Ronald Cathcart
Geoffrey Dowd r
Chad Bean r
Judy Boswell
Christopher Champagne r
Mathieu Dubois
Jeff Bray and
Wendy Charlebois r
Michel Dubois and
Cody Bean r Marilyn Bean r
Shelley Gardner-Bray r
Mark Bédard r
Joyce and Robert Bowles r
Robert Bédard r
Ariana Bradford
Robert Bechard r
Raymond Brassard r
Anne Coates r
Langis Dupuis
Jacques and Lucy Benguigui
Lorraine Briscoe r
Merrill Cook
Gael Eakin r
Victor Bennett
Frances Budden r
Fiona Cooper r
Themis Efraimidis and
Gregory Bishop and
Robert Burt r
Scott Coote and Terry Moore
Donna Bishop r
Willie Bush r
Mathieu Côté r
Samuel Elkas r
Joan Bishop r
John Cameron r
David Cox r
Niki Elias
Trevor Bishop
Ralph Carmichael r
John Cowans
Andrew Ewing r
Emily Black r
Sheila E. Campbell r
Peter Cresswell
Heather Faith
Sandra Black r
Paul Caron r
Brenda Currie r
Andrew Federer r
Suzie Bouchard r
Beverley and Timothy Carsley r
Denis Dandurand
Ruth Ferguson
Simone Bourgault and
Anthony Carter
Howard Davidson r
Dave Flores
Irma Carter r
Sandy and Gale Dean r
Dick Freeborough
Aidan Bourke
Peter Carter r
Janet Deep r
Paul Fritz-Nemeth r
Pierre Boutin r
Lisa Caulton r
Charles de Sainte Marie r
David Fuller r
Denis Blanchet r
Nicolas Charlton r Jacques Chartrand and Andrée Robert r
Nina Lagacé r Peter R. Duffield Judy Dunlop r
Nicole Kappos r
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Glenn Funamoto r
Francis Legault-Mayrand r
Gaetane Parent r
Okill Stuart r
Wayne Ghans
Patricia Lemieux r
Dan Patridge r
Peter and Barbara Stuart
John Gibb-Carsley r
William Letteney r
Robert Pattison
John Teare
Barth Gillan r
Peter Leus r
Kimberly Pawley r
Alexis Troubetzkoy r
Jonathan Goldbloom r
Elizabeth Leslie
James A. Peers r
Janice Vaudry Carey r
Richard and
Clare Lewis-Lalonde r
Courtney Peschel r
Roxane Vigneault r
Craig Lockwood r
Thomas and Margot Pick r
Nell Waldman r
Andrea Gordon
John Logan r
Susan Pierer Von Esch r
Margot Watt r
Ann Gorycki
Lucinda Lyman r
Elisabeth Pinard r
Dylan Wayne r
Annette Goodro r
Cairine Lynch r
Tom Pocock
Fraser and Diane Webster r
Stewart Gray r
Fiona MacAulay r
David Pollock r
Gillian Webster r
Claire Greeley r
Samuel MacCormick r
David Price r
Mary Wells r
Alain Grégoire r
Christopher MacDonald and
Montgomery Price r
Hans Westenberg r
Ouida Ramon Moliner r
Beorn White r
Vincent Goodfellow r
Anne Gregory
Hilary Dunn r
Judith Griffin
James MacDonald r
Bette Lou Reade
Michael Whitehead r
Groupe Germain Hotels r
Peter A. Mackenzie
Kate Reed r
Eve Wickwire r
Martin Gerrard r
Andrew, Mary and
Joanne Rees r
James Williams r
Edgar Rhodes r
Judith Wilson r
John Godber r
Maeve MacLachlan r
Richard Guay
Marion Markham r
Lillian Rider r
Nils Winkler r
Michael Guy
Susan Marpole r
Ronald Riley r
Kathy Winser Robertson
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Linda Maskell
Barbara Ritchie r
Sandrea Woods r
John Haffenden
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Harold and Debra Rolph r
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Nancy Hale
Randy Maxfield r
Mary Lynn Ross r
and 18 Anonymous r
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Willa McDougall
Bonnie Ross Wace
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R. A. Gordon McGee
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Gifts “In Honour Of ”
Jeannine Hébert
T. D’Arcy McGee
Joel Roy r
Thank you to all donors who
Carrington Hooper r
Lynne McGuffin r
Catherine Ruscigno
made a gift in honour of the
Patrick Houston r
Catherine McKenzie r
Marie Samson r
following people:
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Anson McKim r
Joanna E. Scheib
Margaret Hutchins r
Jonathan McLachlan r
Kevin Schwenker
Margot Graham Heyerhoff
Alan Hutchison r
Norman McVittie r
Mary Semen and
Greg T. Stevenson
Yu-Fang Hsu r
Janet Michelin r
The Irving Ludmer
David Mills r
William Sewell
Memorial Gifts
Muriel Miltimore r
Christopher Shannon r
Thank you to all donors who
Jane Mitchell r
Patricia Shannon-Peacock
made a gift in memory of the
Elisabeth Johnson r
William Mitchell
Arnold Sharp r
following people:
Jane and John Johnson r
Ronald Mitton r
William Sharp
Donna Kaufman r
Heather Morris Whiklo r
Jocelyn Shaw
William J. (Bill) Church
R. Susan Kelly
Neil Morrow r
Sherma Construction Inc. r
Kathleen L.A. Cruickshank
Sass S. Khazzam r
Cindy Morton r
Maryse Simard r
Dr. Roberth Faith
Emma Lambert r
Kirby Nadeau r
Janet Simms-Baldwin
Joan Oglive Edwards
Frances Langerfeld r
Sharon Naimer r
Merrylou Smith
W. Bradley Michell
Friedrich Langerfeld r
Christopher Newman r
Orlando Smith r
Robert A. (Robin) Sharp
David Laliberté r
John Newman r
Sonia Raikes Smith r
V. Michael Whitehead
Margaret Larrass r
Corey Nicholson
Robert Stairs r
Donald Lawrence r
Elizabeth Nixon
Andrew St-Amant
Gifts in Kind
Nancy Layton
North Hatley Curling
John Stewart-Smith
Citco Corporate Services Inc.
Jacques Leblanc
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Stephen Clement
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Susan Cook
Irving Mitchell Kalichman
Mathilde Einhorn
Manulife
John Haffenden
Mercer
Samir Kersheh
Rempart Asset Management
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Time Travel
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Top Marks
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The Gift of Giving Donor Profile: Jim Fraas, BCS’70 Jim has many fond memories of his time at BCS, and his appreciation of how the school contributed to his personal development is one of the main reasons he remains a sustaining donor. Born in Montreal, Jim attended BCS from 1965–70 and resided in Smith House. He went on to study at Concordia University, completing two degrees, and subsequently working for the university for over twenty-five years. While reminiscing of his time at BCS, he recalls the mentors who shaped his school days’ experience: Major Abbott, Mr. Guest, Reverend Grier, and Mr. Ferris are but a few of the teachers he credits by name. Jim was an avid sports enthusiast and a member of the track, football, boxing, cricket, rifle, and hockey teams. “Some of my fondest memories were playing for BCS, and that exposure is something I will always be grateful for,” he notes.
Amanda Jelowicki, BCS’93
He recently retired and is living in a small community in eastern Ontario, enjoying the freedom of reading, travelling, golfing, and fishing at his leisure. The val-
unbreakable, and those friends over the
ues of community and service instilled in him while at BCS still hold weight, and
years have become a second family to me.
he happily volunteers his time at the local church’s literacy program. When asked why he chooses to give back to BCS, he has several reasons but
I have been a regular donor to the school because I believe in everything BCS
cites appreciation for how the school contributed to his own personal growth
stands for. Because the school is fully
and development as the main factor. “For the lessons learned and the great peo-
independent, I understand how important
ple who I met, I will always be thankful.”
it is for alumni to contribute to BCS, so
that it can continue to offer an exceptional, all round experience to the next genera-
Donor Experience: Amanda Jelowicki, BCS’93
about to become part of another family—
tion of students. As a former scholarship
that of the BCS community; it’s a relation-
student myself, I appreciate the impor-
I remember my first day at BCS so clearly.
ship I cherish to this day.
tance of offering financial assistance to
It was September 1987, and I was a nerv-
I spent all of my teenage years growing
prospective students who might not be
ous 12-year-old, being driven to Williams
up at BCS, as a boarder, a day student and,
able to attend otherwise. BCS is a part of
House by my parents. In the car I sat next
in my final year, as the daughter of a
who I am, and I am so proud I can still be a
to a large, shiny blue trunk packed with my
houseparent. My experience at the school
part of this exceptional place, and watch it
clothing, and also a few photo albums
helped shape who I am today. The cross
grow and evolve. I’m already looking for-
filled with pictures of the family I was
country runs I did through the BCS forests
ward to the day when I can bring my own
about to leave behind. The knot in my
for soccer training helped foster a love of
children to the school so they too can
stomach grew tighter as we pulled up into
the outdoors that has never left me. BCS
become part of the BCS family.
the driveway of Williams, and I knew I had
taught me what it means to be part of a
only a few hours left with my family before
team and how to be a leader, skills that
I embarked on the adventure of a lifetime. I
have helped me in my professional life. My
had chosen to go to BCS over a Montreal
various English teachers helped develop
day school partly because it excelled at
my writing skills, and working for the
everything—sports, academics, extra-cur-
school paper made me realize I wanted to
ricular activities, the arts—and also
become a journalist—a career I’ve had for
because I had been awarded a scholarship
20 years. But most importantly for me, I
to attend. What I didn’t realize when I got
developed friendships and bonds that are
to school that first day, was that I was
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Annual Giving 2017–18 As you have seen throughout this issue of The Bulletin, exciting progress is being achieved at Bishop’s College School. As a donor to the Annual Giving program, you can play an important role in determining our future successes. Please consider making a gift to: 1. The Highest Priority Fund, which allows your gift to help in the area of the school where it will have the most immediate and strategic benefit; or 2. Scholarships, which invest in promising young students; or 3. The Campus Renewal Fund, which ensures that our campus is up-to-date, adequately equipped, and designed to provide a productive environment for students; or 4. St James the Less Heritage Restoration, which includes the restoration of the bell and stained glass windows from St. James the Less Church in Compton; or 5. Another area of your choice. We hope you will consider supporting our efforts with a gift this year. Please donate online at www.bishopscollegeschool.com/Donate or complete the attached card, below, before returning it to us in the post.
Thank you for your support! DETACH HERE.
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Name as you would like it to appear for recognition: _________________________________________________________________________ The Stoker Arts Festival, held every year in April, gives students the chance to explore new creative activities outside of classroom time.
donation to: q BCS Foundation (CDN receipt) q Friends of BCS, Inc. (US receipt) q I don’t require a tax receipt BCS Foundation Business Number: 89184-0647 RR0001 FOBCS Number: 52-2141500 q I would like to give a gift-in-kind and or volunteer. Please contact me. q Please send me instructions to make a wire transfer or gift of shares.
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