The Portal: Her Life's Work (Vol. 28, Spring 2018)

THE PORTAL HER LIFE’S WORK VOLUME 28 | SPRING 2018

A BALMORAL HALL SCHOOL PUBLICATION

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THE PORTAL

A BALMORAL HALL SCHOOL PUBLICATION

HER LIFE’S WORK VOLUME 28 | SPRING 2018

03 MESSAGE FROM OUR CHAIR 04 OUR STRATEGIC VISION 06 WHAT IT TAKES TO SUCCEED BEYOND THE CLASSROOM 08 ELLA THOMSON ’13 09 STEAM-POWERED DISCOVERY BALMORAL HALL SCHOOL 630 Westminster Ave. Winnipeg MB R3C 3S1 (204) 784–1600 www.balmoralhall.com alumnae@balmoralhall.ca PUBLISHER Tina Alto, Executive Director EDITORS Genevieve Cloutier ’03, Alumnae Relations Coordinator Jennifer Pawluk, Communications Specialist CONTRIBUTORS Nancy Cipryk ’86, Chair of Board of Governors Joanne Kamins, Head of School Katelyn Battad ’18, Alumnae Prefect Samanta Katz, Photographer

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CENTRE FOR ARTS & DESIGN

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REUNIONS

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MAKING OUR MARK: THE CLASS OF 2018 FUND

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CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF 2018

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CRESTLINES

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MESSAGE FROM OUR HEAD

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MESSAGE FROM OUR ALUMNAE PREFECT

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MESSAGE FROM OUR CHAIR What a time to be a BH girl!

My family has a storied history with Balmoral Hall School, starting with my mother, Gail (Burrows) Cipryk Gr. 11 ’56. I am proud to be an alumna, as well. My daughters, Lura and Natalie, are enrolled in grades 6 and 4, respectively.

This is their time, and it’s remarkable.

Construction is underway on our Centre for Arts & Design, which will further girls’ learning in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM).

We, as your Board of Governors, are doing everything that we can to create unique educational opportunities beyond the classroom, as well. This year, the first of

many Senior School students participated in self-directed internship programs. Thanks to the leadership of Director of Academics Lois McGill, we are strengthening connections within our community, especially through mentorship.

Every alumna, every one of us, regardless of our own educational experiences here, five years ago or 50, should be proud of her alma mater today, as we continue to inspire girls’ imagination, and the courage, to excel, to reach, to lead, and to care.

BH girls travel the world to compete in debate and public speaking and to volunteer in developing countries by way of service learning.

We are all BH girls, and our time to care is now.

As a school community of students, staff, parents, grandparents, and alumnae, we are forging ahead, breaking new ground (literally and figuratively) — together.

Nancy Cipryk ’86 Chair, Board of Governors

We do all this because we care. We are a caring school community. We care about others. We care about each other. We never, ever, stop caring.

Beloved Winnie the Pooh author A.A. Milne wrote: “Some people care too much. I think it’s called love.”

I love Balmoral Hall School.

Since 1901, the Havergal days, we have been teaching girls to give back, to recognize their good fortune, and to cherish goodwill.

2017/18 BOARD OF GOVERNORS Ms Nancy Cipryk ’86, Chair Mrs. Joy Loewen, Past Chair Dr. Anthony Battad Ms Joelle Foster ’86 Mrs. Kelly Gasmen Mr. Tyler Gompf Ms Carla Goncalo ’01 Ms Stacey Grocholski, Parent Association President

Mr. Bruce King Ms Joan (Rankin) Richardson ’69 Mrs. Marilyn R. Robinson Dr. Pita Tingey Dr. Vanessa Warne Mrs. Laura (Lemon) Wetton ’03 Mrs. Joanne Kamins, Head of School (Ex Officio) Mrs. Trish Del Grosso Steeds, Executive Assistant THE PORTAL | SPRING 2018

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PURSUING EXCELLENCE MELIORA PETENS

OUR MISSION AT BALMORAL HALL SCHOOL IS

INSPIRING THE IMAGINATION AND COURAGE TO EXCEL, TO REACH, TO LEAD, TO CARE

We believe all-girls education must be balanced.

We believe globally minded citizens act with compassion and integrity.

We believe lifelong learning is built upon curiosity, creativity, resiliency, and innovation.

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IN ORDER TO FULFILL OUR MISSION, WE’VE SET THREE AMBITIOUS GOALS FOR THE COMING YEARS

A GLOBALLY RECOGNIZED AND TRUSTED BRAND

AN UNLIMITED LEARNING COMMUNITY

People everywhere feel a deep sense of trust in Balmoral Hall School because of the values we inspire in our community. Parents trust us to personalize the educational experience of each girl, to care for each girl, to challenge her to grow, to build a supportive community around her, and – most importantly – to prepare her for the future.

It’s a fast-changing world, and for many girls the path ahead will take them into uncharted territory. Balmoral Hall School’s unlimited learning community fully prepares girls for that future by offering the most innovative educational experience. Every member of the community supports our girls on their individual learning journeys by contributing to their success.

WHAT YOU CAN DO Tell your BH story, whether you’re a student, alumna, parent, grandparent or teacher.

WHAT YOU CAN DO Become a partner in girls’ learning by getting involved in our associations, mentoring a student, or attending school events.

A CULTURE OF PHILANTHROPY AND FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY The opportunity for success is something that we offer to every girl of promise. It’s a bold future, one that our school community supports through their generosity. Together, we will achieve the financial independence needed to fully realize Balmoral Hall School’s unlimited learning community and personalized educational experience.

WHAT YOU CAN DO Help us offer a personalized education to every girl of promise by giving to one of our fundraising areas.

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WHAT IT TAKES TO SUCCEED BEYOND THE CLASSROOM “PERSONALIZED LEARNING IS ESSENTIAL FOR STUDENTS TO REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL; AS THE FIELD OF PERSONALIZED LEARNING CONTINUES TO EVOLVE, SO WILL WE.” Mia Battad ’19

Written by Jennifer Pawluk Photography by Samanta Katz Skim any global headline today, and it would be difficult not to despair over the future of work. Economies are uncertain. Yet, this has been the case time after time in Balmoral Hall School’s history, dating back to the turn of the 20th century.

From technological advances to cultural breakthroughs, opinions on how best to educate our children evolve rapidly. If education cannot be standardized, then teaching and learning is dynamic, everchanging. And so, educational institutions, as hubs of teaching and learning, must evolve, too.

Just like any other industry, education is about people. Sometimes, in our discussions

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of policies and practices, we may forget that. No two students are alike, and so their educational experiences must be personalized.

With their teachers as guides, they, along with their peers, are embracing design thinking.

As an independent school for girls, we believe this.

According to Interaction Design Foundation: “Design thinking is a design methodology that provides a solution-based approach to solving problems.”

“Personalized learning is essential for students to reach their full potential,” says Centre for Learning Director Rita Trautmann.

“As the field of personalized learning continues to evolve, so will we.”

The mission of Balmoral Hall is to inspire the imagination, and the courage, to excel, to reach, to lead, and to care.

Students like Olivia Wilde, Jessica Sui, and Mia Battad are mastering that mission.

A five-stage model of design thinking, as proposed by Hasso Plattner Institute of Design at Stanford d.school, includes: 1. Empathize 2. Define (The Problem) 3. Ideate 4. Prototype 5. Test

Olivia spends her summer vacation assisting University of Manitoba researchers at Health Sciences Centre as they conduct animal testing; using a 3-D printer, she designs cradles for specimens as they undergo scans.

Jessica Sui ’19

What follows is just one of many stories of design thinking at Balmoral Hall, inspired by Director of Academics Lois McGill.

EMPATHIZE Annually, in September, students confirm their timetables for the upcoming school year, and yet what works for some, or even most, may not work for all.

DEFINE (THE PROBLEM) In the cases of several students, including Mia and Jessica, studying accelerated mathematics at a self-directed pace results in a flexible schedule allowing for the pursuit of experiential learning opportunities.

In the case of Olivia, who wishes to advance her study of computer science, the summer becomes a time for continuing education.

Olivia Wilde ’19

IDEATE Mia, Jessica, and Olivia decide to pursue internships as a means of furthering their academic interests.

PROTOTYPE With guidance, they design their internships.

Throughout the school year, Mia meets with her mentors at The Campfire Union, experts in virtual reality and web application development, and she explores augmented reality to explain wheel and axle mechanics to early years students.

At the same time, Jessica develops her research, writing, and editing skills as a student journalist, networking with alumnae worldwide.

TEST “To me, this opportunity means going out into the world, exploring my interests, and learning from professionals in those fields,” says Olivia. “The most valuable lesson I am learning is that failure is okay. You can always find a way to learn from it!

“Not being afraid of failure is so important, especially in computer science; nothing works on the first try.”

Olivia, Jessica, and Mia will graduate in 2019.

In the meantime, they are setting a strong example — that is, let’s take teaching and learning personally.

“PLUS ÇA CHANGE, PLUS C’EST LA MÊME CHOSE” To quote Jean-Baptiste Alphonse Karr: “The more things change, the more they stay the same.”

Since 1901, we have personalized learning.

We always will.

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ELLA THOMSON ’13 JP—You and I have talked about the impact of women’s mentorship in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, so what advice would you give to BH girls considering these studies?

Interview by Jennifer Pawluk | Photo Courtesy of Polytechnique Montréal

THE CLASS OF 2013’S “MOST LIKELY TO START A PRIVATE CELERY GARDEN AND WIN A NOBEL PRIZE” IS PAYING IT FORWARD. Five years ago, Ella Thomson graduated at the top of her class, earning a Schulich Leader scholarship, among several others, to pursue undergraduate studies in electrical engineering at University of Manitoba. Now Ella is a Stanford Graduate Fellow, and, most recently, Polytechnique Montréal awarded her the Order of the White Rose scholarship.

Too modest to call herself a role model, Ella, by example, emboldens BH girls interested in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) to lean in and lead.

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Jennifer Pawluk—You are a first-year Ph.D. student in electrical engineering at Stanford University, so tell us about that.

Ella Thomson ’13—This is a five-year program. For the first year of the program, I am taking courses to meet the Master’s degree requirement, along with research lab rotations to find a dissertation project and advisor. Currently, I am working with a group that is developing a chip in cell biosensors that can fit inside a single circulating tumor cell, providing data about cellular pH levels.

ET—Studying these subjects can be challenging, but also incredibly rewarding.

STEM drives innovation. If you’re passionate about this, you should pursue it without the fear that it’s too difficult. Don’t let the fact that STEM is male-dominated dissuade you from following your passion. It’s extremely important to have confidence in your own abilities. As a high school student, be open to different opportunities. Reach out to professionals in different fields to learn about career paths. And make sure that you are taking all the courses you need to pursue your desired major. During any degree, you’ll encounter difficult course material.

It’s important to approach these challenges methodically. Reach out to your professors, and ask questions. Joining student groups is an excellent way to become involved in the faculty, while building professional connections and friendships. Rest assured that Balmoral Hall is preparing you well and giving you the tools to pursue your dreams.

JP—You believe that anyone can succeed with hard work, so what’s your secret?

ET— Continuing to embrace new opportunities and experiences. When it comes to challenging yourself, don’t fear failure. Dream big.

STEAM-POWERED DISCOVERY

Written by Jennifer Pawluk Photography by Jennifer Pawluk

For their assembly in June, each student in Arda Thomson’s Kindergarten class dressed up as a woman who was (or has been) successful in STEAM: Ella Van Dyk as Florence Nightingale; Alia Serletis as Elizabeth Blackwell; Aliyah Alp as Valentina Tereshkova; Stella Buduhan as Amelia Earhart; and Noura Helewa as Marie Curie.

According to National Coalition of Girls’ Schools (NCGS), girls’ school graduates are six times more likely to consider majoring in science, technology, and mathematics, and three times more likely to consider careers in engineering, than their peers at coed schools.

This research tells us that girls’ schools foster interest in historically male-dominated STEM subjects. By introducing girls to these

underrepresented subjects, while integrating arts, they experience the fulfilment of a rigorous education.

Visit Balmoral Hall to see for yourself that girls’ learning in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) is a strategic priority.

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Early childhood educators in our BH Beginnings child care program for two- and three-year-olds encourage inquiry through play-based learning.

By working together, we build on each other’s knowledge, we celebrate discovery, and we see the value in our individual and shared knowledge, skills, and abilities.”

In Junior School, faculty support the girls’ development of critical thinking and problem solving via inquiry-based learning.

SUPER STEAM SISTERS

Continuing to facilitate inquiry and experiential learning through Middle and Senior School prepares girls for their postsecondary pursuits, challenging them to become principled, compassionate individuals with the leadership qualities that universities and employers alike demand.

FROM STEM TO STEAM Joel Semeniuk, founder of Horizon Three, as well as a mentor to Director of Academics Lois McGill, asserts that not everyone has to be an artist for innovation to thrive.

In the classroom, they use iPads to explore Flap to the Future, a flight adaptations game, representing “T” for technology on STEAM Day.

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Dissecting owl pellets in the Junior School STEAM lab, representing “S” for science on Grade 4 students’ STEAM Day, May 1, 2018.

“What we do need is art being pervasive,” he says. “Programming that focuses on the whole STEM learning environment with art in the middle, as a nucleus, is the type of programming that will really succeed.”

“Visual arts help us learn how to work independently and collaboratively as we look for solutions,” adds art specialist Kristina Karlsson. “Creativity is a transferable skill.

For example, in early June, parents of students in Arda Thomson’s Kindergarten class gathered in Sifton Family Theatre for an assembly featuring their daughters’ chosen trailblazers, all women in STEAM. “They researched these women and presented them as their role models,” Mrs. Thomson explains. “The success of this is measured by the degree to which they take ownership of their ‘STEAM champs’ with such pride. It’s very inspiring!”

Another example of this is STEAM Day, scheduled once per term (fall, winter, and spring), which Grade 4 students participated in throughout 2017/18.

Guided by teachers Emily Quinton ’11 and Signy Thordarson, each STEAM Day involved a curricular unit of inquiry — energy, rocky landscapes, and the circle of life.

“It has been so amazing to hear the girls talk in such an excited manner of science and math,” reflects Ms Quinton. “Many of them have expressed interest in becoming

The Centre for Learning is transformed into a maker space as Grade 4 students build free-standing bird nests, representing “E” for engineering on STEAM Day.

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In the studio, they try their hands at Pysanky, a traditional craft in Ukraine and Poland, representing “A” for arts on STEAM Day.

scientists, mathematicians, geologists, ornithologists, et cetera.”

In the words of at least one BH girl, when asked to give her feedback after STEAM Day in January: “It was the best day ever!”

FULL STEAM AHEAD

Grade 4 students demonstrate their understanding of the Fibonacci sequence, representing “M” for mathematics on STEAM Day.

Without doubt, at this time in the school’s history, it is imperative that we construct facilities to support students’ interests in STEAM. The Centre for Arts & Design, a $6-million building project, made possible thanks to annual and major gifts, is by far the greatest evidence of this. Efforts to renovate classrooms are noteworthy, as well. The Centre for Learning, where Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12 students code with 3-D printers, create with augmented and virtual realities, and compete with robotics, was funded by donors. As was the Junior School STEAM lab in which Junior Kindergarten to Grade 5 students innovate.

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With your support, BH girls’ view of the world shall continue to expand as they begin to see how they fit into a future where creativity will be one of their greatest assets.

Learn more at www.balmoralhall.com/ fullSTEAMahead.

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CENTRE FOR ARTS & DESIGN CONSTRUCTION HAS BEGUN We are thrilled to announce that in partnership with Verne Reimer Architecture and Manshield Construction, work has begun on our Centre for Arts & Design.

As the most ambitious campaign in our school’s history, our Centre for Arts & Design will bring students of all ages new opportunities to explore science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) with exceptional multi-use spaces and industry-standard equipment.

Anticipated completion date for our Centre for Arts & Design is Spring 2019.

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WESTMINSTER AVENUE

CENTRE FOR ARTS & DESIGN

VISIT WWW.BALMORALHALL. COM/FULLSTEAMAHEAD FOR CONSTRUCTION UPDATES

OUR GOAL

$6 million $5 million

100 DONORS IN 100 DAYS FOR

$100,000

Balmoral Hall believes that a STEAM-based education is important for young girls and that every gift can make a difference. To support the campaign, a Junior School family has pledged to donate $100,000 if 100 new donors make a gift to the project in 100 days.

Donations of any amount count towards the challenge!

Take the 100 Donor Challenge: www.balmoralhall.com/give The challenge ends on June 30, 2018. Donations to the project are being accepted year-round.

$4 million

$3 million

$2 million

$1 million

THANK YOU, DONORS We thank everyone in our community for their help, advice, and support in making the construction of our Centre for Arts & Design a reality. One generation after the next, progress on campus has been evident. Be a part of this exciting project by showing your school spirit! Every donation gets us one step closer to fully funding the $6–million centre.

There is a rich history of philanthropy at Balmoral Hall School. Building on this tradition, the school is delighted to offer donors a limited number of opportunities to add their name, family name, or the name of a beloved teacher, coach, or Head of School to select spaces in our Centre for Arts & Design. Please contact us in Advancement at (204) 784-1615 for details.

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REUNIONS MEXICAN ALUMNAE (2015/16) REUNITE OFTEN During a recent Admissions Office visit to Mexico City, the mother of Regina Rojo Martinez ’19 informed us that Regina and the other Mexican students enrolled in 2015/16 have “mini” reunions often.

The girls are best friends – maybe even closer friends than with those from their childhood, they say. Coming together from different cities annually, they reminisce about their time at Balmoral Hall and how they enjoyed living in Winnipeg. Last summer, a group of them travelled to Spain, and those who live near each other meet for dinner once a month. Says Regina: “We keep in touch because we created a sisterhood, and we don’t want to lose the great friendships that we built in the past three years. We are trying to reunite more often.”

Absent at the time of this photo op were Erika Mitchell ’08 and Macy Morden ’08.

CLASS OF 2008 HOSTS 10-YEAR REUNION MAY 6, 2018

By Jenna Brown ’08 On behalf of Class of 2008, I would like to thank Balmoral Hall for hosting our 10-year reunion. Being able to walk the halls of our high school brought back a rush of memories!

It was a blast to reminisce and catch up with the wonderful women we have all become.

CLASS OF 1967 HOSTS 50-YEAR REUNION SEPTEMBER 28 TO OCTOBER 1, 2017

By Nancy McQuade ’67 Yes, 50 years! For many of us, 50 years passed since we had last seen each other.

What a weekend it was! There was never a dull moment.

Our first event was a gathering at Clarion Hotel in a suite that was rented for the occasion. After several glasses of wine, I cannot remember how many of us were there, but I am going to guess 11. It was a late night, considering what we had ahead of us!

We started out the following day with a visit to the school. It was an emotional experience

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CLASS OF 1986 CELEBRATES 50TH BIRTHDAYS

By Nancy Cipryk ’86 May 11, 2018, we got together at Rae & Jerry’s to celebrate our 50th birthdays. What an awesome night, as we agreed that even after all these years it is as if nothing has changed!

Time has stood still, right?!

for many who had not been back to Balmoral Hall since graduation 50 years ago. Two Senior School students toured us around the school and out into the grassy area on the riverbank. We had a beautiful day and in fact a beautiful weekend.

Three very talented Balmoral Hall students also treated us to a piano and vocal concert. Next, we headed to Old Spaghetti Factory for lunch, where several more classmates joined us. There were lots of surprises because some of the attendees hadn’t let anyone know that they were coming!

After lunch, we were off to Canadian Museum for Human Rights, and then back to my home for dinner.

Saturday was somewhat quieter. Several of us relaxed at Thermëa spa for the afternoon, and then we were off to FortWhyte Alive for their Goose Flight Feast while watching the geese come in. Some, who had more stamina than others, later returned to the Clarion for more partying.

DEAR CLASSMATES, It has been almost two years since many of our Class of 1966 gathered in Winnipeg for our 50th reunion, and I still think of the fun we had reconnecting then.

As I was told once: “You can always make new friends, but you can’t make old friends,” and I was reminded of that when we were all together in September 2016. It was a trip down memory lane to have a tour of the school and heartwarming to see that it is doing so well today. Many of us were particularly touched by the words of Head Girl Anne Campbell ’17 when she spoke to us about how much the school meant to her,

Sunday saw several attendees leaving for home or faraway places, while others gathered at The Original Pancake House – Clarion for breakfast. An even smaller group then went to see the Journey to Churchill exhibit at Assiniboine Park Zoo. It was an amazing weekend, reconnecting with old friends, catching up, and making plans for our next reunion.

and her acknowledgement that without bursary assistance she would not have been able to attend the school.

It is for this reason that I am writing to tell you of a new initiative of the school. As a way of recognizing the 50th reunion of each graduating class, a Class Fund will be established, with the goal of building an Endowment Fund to support bursaries for students like Anne.

The goal is to enable the school to be more accessible to all segments of the population, providing the many benefits of a BH

education to those who might otherwise not be able to afford it.

The school has suggested a goal for each Class Fund of $50,000 over five years. I have made a five-year pledge to our Class Fund and hope you will consider doing the same. If we all play our part, our Class Fund will help other students.

Many thanks in advance for supporting this worthwhile initiative, and very best wishes to each and every one of you for a happy and healthy 2018.

Sincerely, Mary (Bruce) Graham ’66

WE INVITE YOU TO BECOME A MEMBER OF MELIORA PETENS LEGACY SOCIETY TODAY. Since our Centennial in 2001, Meliora Petens Legacy Society has been recognizing individual donors who have made a commitment to the future.

Please consider leaving a gift in your estate plan for BH girls. www.balmoralhall.com/legacy

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MAKING OUR MARK: A HISTORY OF THE CLASS OF 2018 FUND Written by Madison Lacombe ’18 and Lia Loewen ’18 Photography by Jennifer Pawluk When we were in Grade 6, Lia’s dad approached the school with an idea.

He wanted to start a fund so that after graduation we could not only be remembered, but, more importantly, we would continue to have an impact on BH girls. And so, our parents and grandparents started to make donations, and our Class Fund has grown ever since.

What we really like about our Class Fund is that the money we have raised will never disappear, as the school only takes the interest from our fund, using it for a bursary to help a girl attend Balmoral Hall … forever!

We became more involved when we were in Grade 9. Our goal has always been to reach $50,000 before graduation, and so we wrote letters to our parents and grandparents to encourage them to keep donating. Plus, our class has raised what we can for the fund each year throughout Senior School.

Having had such a great experience here, we want more girls to have this same experience.

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in our efforts, we started a leadership club to mentor younger students. Now, the grades 10 and 11 students are organizing so that when they graduate in 2020 and 2019, respectively, they can pay it forward. We see this as just the beginning!

One day soon, we are going to have jobs, and we will be able to make donations to our class fund to keep it growing. Every year, tuition increases, which is why our donations must continue. Every gift will help future BH girls.

Adds Lia: “I thought, why wait until I’m done university to donate, and so, recently,

I told the school that I’ll be making a small donation every month. It’s not a lot, but I know it will add up over time. I hope there are others who will think of doing the same thing.”

In closing, on behalf of Balmoral Hall School’s Class of 2018, we are thrilled to announce that we have exceeded our goal!

At our Doll Assembly, June 1, 2018, we were honoured to present a cheque in the amount of $50,681.08 to The Balmoral Hall School Foundation. Thank you to all those who have supported our Class of 2018 Fund!

Lia Loewen ’18, Head of School Joanne Kamins, and Madison Lacombe ’18 present a cheque for $50,681.08 to Balmoral Hall Foundation on behalf of Class of 2018.

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF 2018 Meet a few of our graduates. They are lifers who have spent 12 or more years pursuing excellence at Balmoral Hall. We wish them all the best in their bold post-secondary endeavours!

BACK Lia Loewen Madison Lacombe MIDDLE Sarah Kowall Lindsay Speirs Reese Precourt Lauren Melnyk Jennie Pham FRONT Claire Meier Serena Buchwald Rachel Bernhardt Kirsten Benidickson Rachael Buchwald Katelyn Battad

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CRESTLINES 2010s Sari Glow ’16 I am working for Dr. Mojgan Rastegar in biochemistry and medical genetics at University of Manitoba med school, where I will be doing research on stem cell therapies for neurodegenerative disorders, and I received an undergraduate research award for a 16-week summer studentship.

Jessica Carswell ’11 I graduated from dentistry at University of Manitoba.

Next, I am heading out to work at Princess Dental in Brandon. Really looking forward to it!

Adrianna Militano ’11 I recently completed my Master’s of Public Policy and Administration at Ryerson University in Toronto. I currently work as a research policy analyst for Ontario’s Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Development, where my work focuses on quality assurance and research in the post-secondary sector. Outside of work, I am an avid traveler, having visited 26 counties with plans to visit Central America next.

Bailey Bram ’08 I recently had the most amazing experience playing hockey for the Canadian women’s hockey team at the Olympic Games in Pyeongchang, South Korea. Representing Canada on the world stage was the greatest honour of my life, and it was an experience of a lifetime! Thank you, BH family, for helping me achieve my dream of going to the Games!

Jill (Penman) Boonen ’07 My husband Justin and I welcomed our first child, Lila Lorraine Boonen on September 8, 2017. We have loved every minute of being her parents, and I have enjoyed spending my maternity leave – I teach multi-age grades 1 to 3 in St. James School Division – doing as much travel as possible!

1990s Liza Cordova ’97 Michael Raymond and I are happy to announce the arrival of Marcela Daisy Cordova-Raymond, born on October 27, 2017 at 6 lbs., 13 oz., and 19 in.

2000s Ashley Fredette ’09 I released my debut alloriginal album called “Heart on my Sleeve” on April 23!

It’s inspired by the music of the ’20s, ’30s, and ’40s with influences of jazz and folk. You can find it on iTunes and all other online music services, or collect a physical copy from me. I will be playing at Northern Touch Music Festival (June 29 to July 1, 2018) as a showcase artist, and you can also catch me playing gigs around Winnipeg!

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Erin Falconer ’92 In the first productivity book for women written in over a decade, I show overscheduled, overwhelmed women how to do less so that they can achieve more. Traditional productivity books – written by men – barely touch the tangle of cultural pressures that women feel when facing down a to-do list. How to Get Sh*t Done will teach you how to zero in on the three areas of your life where you want to excel, and then it will show you how to off-load, outsource, or just stop giving a damn about the rest.

The book has been called “One of the 15 books to read to change your life,” by The Today Show (along with Deepak Chopra’s and Oprah Winfrey’s new books).

I mention Balmoral Hall numerous times in the book!

Allison (Nichol) Stewart ’92 I have just finished my third year of running my competitive school cheerleading team, and we had our best year yet. I took my children to five competitions in Alberta. My children had no deductions for any of their competitions (that is called “hit zero”), and they increased their score each time. The best part is Alberta Cheerleading Association offered Elementary School Cheerleading Provincials! We ended up in 3rd place.

1980s Takako Suzuki ’89 The Class of 1989 took this photo in Winnipeg last May at a “mini” reunion. It was so nice to see Mrs. Greenhill when I arrived in Winnipeg. I hope more people will join our reunion next summer!

Joelle Foster ’86 It has been nine months of big changes! I never thought that I would leave Futurpreneur, as it is an amazing organization where I was able to help 400+ businesses open their doors; however, deep down I knew that the day would come someday and it would be difficult. I took it a step further and left Winnipeg, my home for 29 years. I accepted my dream job at University of Calgary as the inaugural executive director for the new Hunter Hub for Entrepreneurial Thinking. This is a new initiative to engage and immerse students, faculty, staff, alumni, and the Canadian community in a culture of entrepreneurial thinking, challenging them with a new and bold approach to teaching, learning, discovery, and knowledge-sharing.

I also had the incredible honour of being asked to sit on the board for Balmoral Hall, but, due to the move, it was only for seven months; I am so impressed to see how innovative and progressive the school is. I cannot reiterate how much attending BH changed my life.

Ashleigh Banfield ’85 I married Chris Haynor in Vermont on December 29, 2017, my 50th birthday! I live happily in Connecticut with two boys, ages 11 and 12, and hosting a 2-hr. show on CNN Headline News (HLN) in New York called Crime and Justice with Ashleigh Banfield 6–8 p.m. Eastern.

Shelley Muir ’81 As of June 2017, I have retired after 32 years at Manitoba Telecom Services (MTS). I started as a programmer and advanced to senior program manager before I left. Looking forward to golfing away the summer months, spending more time getting healthy at the gym, and travelling.

Wishing all my fellow ’81 grads the best!

Sarah Wallace ’80 I was at BH from grades 1 to 9 and would love to reconnect with alumnae. I have moved a lot and am now living in Toronto. Anyone who knew me, knew me as a figure skater, spending all my time on the ice at Winnipeg Winter Club.

I became the youngest gold dance medalist in Canada in 1978. I reached gold in figure skating, as well. My family moved me away from my beloved Winnipeg and friends, and I have not been in touch other than through intermittent social media. Although I did not graduate from Balmoral Hall, I have a deep connection to it.

I have a son and daughter with my husband of 30 years.

I have taught fitness for 35 years and own a Pilates rehab studio, Rouge Hill Pilates, where I would be happy to offer any BH staff or alumnae a free class!

1970s Lisa Shore ’75 I have been a busy new grandma (a.k.a. Glamma)! My son and his wife, Lee and Emily Nuttall, are the proud new parents of little Victoria Poppy. I am working on a new book, which, aptly, is a bedtime story for wee ones about falling asleep at the lake.

It is called Mother Nature’s Kiss, and hopefully it will be available by summertime. It begins: “An interesting twinkle light has caught my sleepy eye tonight.” Please visit me on my website at lisagshore.com for more information.

1960s Susan Riley Gr. 11 ’63 I launched my latest book, Larry’s Last Resort, at McNally Robinson in Winnipeg on May 29, 2018, and I will launch it in Kenora at Lake of the Woods Museum July 26. I live in Gibsons, Sunshine Coast, B.C. To order a copy of the book, please email gowerpointpress@gmail.com.

1950s Brenda (Dougall) Merriman Gr. 11 ’56 I retired from a career in professional genealogy and continue pursuing travels to the Middle East and North Africa, following my love of camels. I have been desert riding or camping

in eight different countries. This year, I published Camelogue with Blurb Books to relate some of my tales.

1940s Joyce (Lamont) Hughes RLS Gr. 11 ’44 Very sad year for me with the passing of a son and my husband, but I did enjoy a trip to Cuba. Still lots of old cars, it was fun to ride in a ’50s convertible in Havana.

Very few cars outside of the capital, although very posh resorts and hotels built by Spain.

Elizabeth (Gemmill) Yarnell RLS Gr. 11 ’44 Having reached my 90th birthday, I decided to move to a retirement home, Belmont House, in Toronto last July.

I stay in touch with Joyce (Lamont) Hughes RLS Gr. 11 ’44 and Amy (Best) Wadley RLS ’45.

Jocelyn (Highmoor) Ryles RLS ’43 I have made another move, but not to Toronto as expected. Just a 30-minute drive from my previous home at The Lavender Farm in Hillier, Ont. The Alumnae Office has my new address for those interested.

STAFF Mrs. Eileen Rieger Submitted by Nicolette Rieger ’91 My mother, Mrs. Eileen Rieger, had a stroke in April and spent some time at St. Boniface Hospital. She was weak after the stroke, but enjoyed visitors, and now she has to live in a care facility.

Pam (Delaquis) Williams ’99 has started a GoFundMe campaign to help pay for her care. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Her page can be found by searching for “kp5um stroke fundraiser” via GoFundMe. This is a stressful time.

Here is a picture of us out for supper last fall on her 82nd birthday.

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1970s Louise Nebbs ’72 Louise passed away Mar. 28/18. She graduated from University of Winnipeg. In Toronto she ran into Paul Godard, with whom she had worked. They went to dinner, and the rest was history. She had a successful career in finance. She was an accomplished horse enthusiast. Louise loved to tell stories and was an avid supporter of the arts.

1960s Carol (Wiebe) Adolphe ’67 Carol passed away Dec. 25/17 in Waterloo. Helping others achieve their potential was a common thread throughout her life. Whether it was serving as a block parent, substitute teaching, organizing fundraisers, serving as a school board trustee, or tutoring English, Carol instinctively looked for ways to help. In recent years, her drive to help extended to animals, too.

Mary (Bethel) Verigin ’66 Mary passed away Dec. 11/17 after a long battle with cancer. Mary is survived by her husband, Larry, her daughters and son, and seven grandchildren.

1950s Anthea (Dykes) Lee ’57 Anthea passed away Jul. 7/17 in Victoria. Her interests included: education of the deaf, alternative healing, esoteric spirituality, reading, music, dance, and Pigeon Lake. She spent most of her adult life in Edmonton. In 2005, she moved to Victoria. Suffering from dementia, she became a resident at James Bay Care Centre in 2014.

Carol (Stirling) Myers Gr. 11 ’57 Carol passed away in Thurmont, MD on Jan. 6/18. Born in Elmira, NY, she was a teacher and was instrumental in starting Thurmont Play Center, the first Kindergarten classes. She was a PTA president as well as a “taxi driver” and “cheerleader.” She was a dedicated farmer’s wife.

She loved the Royal Family, collecting dolls, and playing piano. She travelled, was a devoted grandmother and a member of Trinity United Church of Christ.

Joan Laird ’53 Joan passed away on Jul. 13/17, following a battle with cancer. She worked for the Lieutenant Governor’s office in Alberta for 30 years. She loved playing the piano in seniors’ homes. She was a member of Royal 20

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IN MEMORIAM Canadian Legion. She attended Parksville Fellowship Baptist Church and was a member of several groups who provide care. She is survived by her husband Bill Campbell, her sister, Amy (Laird) Swinton ’58, and her brother.

Betty Mae Ormiston ’53 Betty Mae passed away Jul. 2/17 after a long battle with cancer. She attended the universities of Winnipeg, Toronto, and Manitoba and earned her degrees in physical and occupational therapies. She practised in Boston, Cleveland, Minnesota, and Florida before her retirement in Saskatoon near family. She had a passion for travel, books, languages, and learning. She volunteered as a tutor at READ Saskatoon and was active at Knox United Church.

Josephine Adamson ’52 Joey passed away Jun. 26/17 and was predeceased by her first husband and her dear friend Joy McDiarmid Gr. 11 ’56. She loved music and was known for her huge heart, straightforward communication style, and generosity. She decided not to have a memorial service.

Her wish was to have you plant a flower in your garden in her memory.

1940s Daphne (White) Lindsay RIV Gr. 11 ’49 Daphne passed away Aug. 27/17. Head of Nelson House, she worked on the Centennial reunion at BH in 2001. Daphne was married in Winnipeg, then moved to Toronto, where she remained until 1999, when she returned to Winnipeg. She taught for more than 40 years.

Susan (Clifford) Allen RLS Gr. 11 ’48 Sue passed away Mar. 15/17. She graduated from nursing at Winnipeg General Hospital and practised until age 72! Sue made great friends through church, sports, volunteering, social clubs, and work. She loved her communities in Kerrisdale and West End since moving to Vancouver in 1976.

Rosalind (Johnson) Robertson RLS Gr. 11 ’48 Rosalind passed away Mar. 26/18.

Corinne “Shirley” (Anderson) Sawchuk RLS Gr. 11 ’48 Corinne passed away unexpectedly in her sleep Dec. 25/17.

She graduated with a B.A. from University of Western Ontario. She was a member of her Anglican Church choir, travelled the world, completed four liberal arts certificates, and published five books. She was an avid volunteer and cared deeply about helping people. She acted as class representative for her schools. She had hundreds of certificates in many subjects. Corinne described the 12 things she enjoyed most as follows: collecting programs, poetry, inventing mainly “fun book” games and party themes, taking courses, entertaining, caring for animals, making wine, travelling, collecting jewellery, writing prose, seeing or writing to friends, and contributing news to alumni magazines.

Mary (Tucker) Taylor RLS ’48 Baking, bank account reconciliation, and lake swimming lost a talented practitioner when Mary died May 15/17.

Mary was a figure skater, badminton and basketball player. In adult life, she was a sportswriter and CBC production assistant. Mary and her husband raised three sons. She threatened to write a tell-all memoir entitled Life In The Locker Room. Family and friends in Winnipeg, Victoria Beach, and Toronto could count on Mary for incredible caring, kindness, and thoughtfulness.

Donna (Kelley) Ford RLS Gr. 11 ’47 Donna passed away suddenly in Almonte, Ont. Mar. 6/18.

Donna loved the lake. Her family hosted Air Force staff during the war and took in a girl from England who stayed for years. She graduated with a Science degree from University of Manitoba. She married and moved to England for four years, then settled near Ottawa. Donna and Gordon had a wonderful retirement, travelling, and they loved Clayton Lake. Donna loved to read, knit prayer shawls, being active in church life, and gardening.

Jocelyn (Williams) Campbell RIV ’46 “Joddy” passed away Jul. 31/17. Beloved wife of late J. Reid Campbell, mother of three children, four grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren.

Betty (Baker) Moorhouse RLS Gr. 11 ’45 Submitted by Billie (Baker) McNichol RLS Gr. 11 ’46 My sister passed away Aug. 19/17 in Surrey, B.C. Betty was born in Sherbrooke, Que. and soon moved to Minneapolis, Toronto next, and then Winnipeg.

Betty married Frank, and they raised their family. She gathered friends wherever she was and maintained her friendships through letters. She had a passion for dogs, served as president of Winnipeg Humane Society, and was a renowned obedience instructor. As a swimming instructor, she taught hundreds of Winnipeggers how to swim. She loved Winnipeg and summers at Victoria Beach. In 1978, they moved to Vancouver. She played bridge and was a regular at the pool where she swam laps (even at age 88).

Nancy (Complin) Chance RIV Gr. 11 ’43 Submitted by Lorraine (Ingram) Gibbs RIV Gr. 11 ’43 Nancy passed away in Ottawa Nov. 10/17, following a brief illness. She was an accomplished watercolour painter, teacher, and Head of Junior School at Elmwood School in Ottawa. Nancy and I grew up down the street from each other and kept in touch in later years.

Audrey (Tritt) Harvey RIV ’43 Audrey passed away Jan. 5/18. Born in Calgary, she attended Riverbend and made lifelong friends. She was a fabulous hostess who took pride in baking, cooking, and entertaining. The family home was the hub for bridge night and dinner parties. Etiquette was foremost at gatherings. Her silverware was always polished, much like her nails. She was warm, witty, and kind; she always thought of others before herself.

Frances (MacCharles) Jukes RLS ’42 Fran passed away May 5/16. She was predeceased by her husband, Andy. Her four children mourn her loss along with her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and many friends.

1930s Sally (Riley) Dowler RLS Gr. 11 ’39 Sally passed away Jan. 20/17. Sally graduated with a degree in history from University of Manitoba.

During World War II, she worked in Montreal at Ferry Command. When the war ended, she returned to Winnipeg and married James. They lived in Los Angeles, and then moved to Calgary. In 1956, they came back to Winnipeg. She served on many committees to support education and the community.

Above all, Sally loved to spend time with her family and friends in Winnipeg, on warm vacations, and at Lake of the Woods.

Jocelyn (McWilliams) Lemon RLS ’37 Jocelyn passed away Jul. 15/17. She was predeceased

by sisters Jean Kilgour RLS Gr. 11 ’31 and Rosemary Bracken RLS ’34. Left to cherish her memory are her children, Ted, Peter (Linda), and Nancy Crozier ’72 (Ken), and grandchildren, including Laura {Lemon} Wetton ’03 (Steve). Jocelyn was born in Winnipeg and spent most of her life here, except for her years of boarding school in Toronto at Branksome Hall and in New York. She was a loving, family-oriented, gracious person. Volunteerism played an important role in her life. Many happy summers were spent at Whytewold, where she loved to entertain.

Lois (O’Grady) Pavlasek RLS ’37 Lois passed away Jan. 4/18. Beloved wife of Tomas, devoted mother of three children and grandmother of three grandchildren.

Dora (Marchant) Carpenter RIV Gr. 11 ’36 Dora passed away on Jan. 5/18. At her request, there was no funeral service. A more detailed obituary will follow closer to her commemoration at Winnipeg Beach this summer.

Frances Lowe RLS ’34 At age 101, Frances passed away Dec. 7/17. She was born in Rouleau, Sask. She attended United College and University of Manitoba and earned a B.A. and a B.Ed. Frances served with RCAF in Ottawa and was posted to Halifax and Newfoundland. Frances loved books and learning. She was invited to take a university course in Chicago designed to teach children’s enrichment programs. She was credited with being a leader within Winnipeg School Division. She was an innovator of school trips outside the city. She was ahead of her time in teaching. She loved outdoor activities, travelling, and costume contests.

Dorothea (Tait) Chisholm RIV Gr. 11 ’33 At 101 years old, Dorothea died on Jun. 30/17 in Pinehurst, NC. Born in Portage la Prairie, she graduated from University of Manitoba as a member of Pi Beta Phi and University of Toronto graduate school of Social Work. She wed Alexander and moved to the United States and lived all over. In 2013, she moved to live with her daughter in North Carolina. She loved cats, dogs, good food, entertaining, reading, knitting, travel, and learning languages.

EXTENDED BH FAMILY Hon. Douglas Everett Douglas passed away Mar. 27/18. Appointed to Senate

at age 39, he was the youngest person ever to be called to that office. Drawn to politics by a profound commitment to liberal ideals, he was guided by the principle that government exists to help those in society least able to help themselves. His life passion was the family business. An entrepreneur at heart, he transformed the car dealerships he inherited into a multifaceted corporation. He possessed a wry sense of humour. Douglas attended Royal Canadian Naval College at Royal Roads. He was inducted into Manitoba Business Hall of Fame and received an honourary Doctor of Laws from University of Manitoba. He quietly supported numerous causes, was a collector of fine art, and loved swing music, cooking, summers in Minaki, and London. He married Patricia Gladstone RLS Gr. 11 ’44, and they raised six children. Survived by his wife, Lila (Goodspeed) Everett, his six children, Sarah ’70, Bethan ’73, Ashleigh ’74, Jane ’75, Douglas, and Kate ’79, as well as 12 grandchildren, many of whom attended BH, and two great-grandchildren.

J. Derek Riley Derek passed away May 6/18. He was passionate about business, sport, philanthropy, and family. He served during Wold War II as a naval officer and married Helena “Polly” Harris RIV ’40. He was a chartered accountant and was hired by Hudson’s Bay Company.

He worked his way up to CFO and left after purchasing Dominion Bronze & Iron Ltd. Polly and Derek had four children: Jeannie ’67, Debby ’69, Derek, and Leslie ’75, nine grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.

Derek served on many boards, including Chair of Balmoral Hall from 1962–64. He joined Winnipeg Rowing Club after WWII and competed in the 1952 Olympics. He was an avid squash player, loved skiing, running, and racing his “Lightning” at Lake of the Woods. He was an enthusiastic philanthropist and great supporter of Balmoral Hall. Among his highest achievements are an appointment to The Order of Canada, an induction into Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame, and an honourary Doctor of Laws from University of Manitoba.

STAFF Don Askholm Don passed away Apr. 9/18. He had a lifelong career as a church organist and choir director. After university, he became a music teacher, working at many schools including Balmoral Hall. Don inspired many young people to give music a try.

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MESSAGE FROM OUR HEAD Whether hosting career talks with Grade 8, participating in panel interviews for Grade 11/ 12, or speaking at school assemblies, alumnae are invited to tell their success stories in a variety of ways. We extend these open-ended invitations because we know that BH girls need mentors. They need you.

In her collection of quotes, Brave Enough, Cheryl Strayed, the bestselling author of Wild, writes: “It’s folly to measure your success in money or fame. Success is measured only by your ability to say yes to these two questions: Did I do the work I needed to do? Did I give it everything I had?”

A Google search for “success story” yields about 101,000,000 results. Imagine, however, all the success stories left untold. The ones that have been lost.

What about yours? Are you telling it at the family dinner table? Are you telling it over coffee in the break room? Will you tell it again? I am listening.

Every school year, I am awed by the candour of alumnae who share their success stories with us, students and staff.

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As a measure of success, that works for me.

Your success is uniquely yours, which is why your success story is best told by you, yourself. I sincerely hope that your success story will not be one of the lost ones.

Contact alumnae@balmoralhall.ca as soon as possible. I cannot wait to hear from you.

Joanne Kamins Head of School

THANK YOU, ALUMNAE With our appreciation for your service to the school community.

Editor’s note: We sincerely apologize if alumnae who volunteered at the school in 2017/18 were overlooked in compiling this list.

Laura (Lemon) Wetton ’03* Carla Goncalo ’01* Nancy Cipryk ’86* Joelle Foster ’86* Joan (Rankin) Richardson ’69* Gillian Chiu ’17 Corinne Schroeder ’17 Hayley Smith ’17 Sari Glow ’16 Emily Middagh ’16 Leah Bernhardt ’15 Cassidy Maidment ’15 Eva Downey ’14 Katie Hastings Van ’14 Paige Hastings Van ’14 Brielle Kim ’14 Hannah Taylor ’14 Kady Evanyshyn ’13 Kira Pavagadhi ’13 Katrina Leong ’11 Madison Maidment ’11 Christine Harms ’10 Julie Clark ’09 Brittany (Hergesheimer) DeLong ’09 Alana MacDougall ’09 Jenelle Kohanchuk ’08 Bailey Bram ’08 Robyn Zajac ’08 Kathryn Marcynuk ’07 Arden Alfonso ’06 Samantha (Rayburn) Trubyk ’00 Alexis Cloutier ’98 Liza Cordova ’97 Christine McInnes ’88 Hon. Heather (McDonald) Stefanson ’88 Jill Condra ’86 Dr. Nancy McQuade ’67 Dr. Bea (Nichol) MacKay ’62 * Board of Governors

MESSAGE FROM OUR ALUMNAE PREFECT

One of Balmoral Hall’s greatest qualities is the strong sense of community present within these walls. With the rich history of Balmoral Hall, each student has a unique experience of her time here with many memories to share.

The numerous stories from students over the years help to preserve different moments in the school’s history, as well as promote the web of connections known as the BH family.

As Alumnae Prefect, the bond between alumnae and current students is something that I feel is important to maintain. It is especially important to me that as graduates leave the school they leave with fond memories that connect them to the BH family for life. Stories are often only shared between classmates and are rarely written down; however, this year I have asked my peers to share with me a favourite memory of theirs. My intention was to present these memories at our Doll Assembly in hopes that

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those in younger grades will begin to reflect on their time here. Through storytelling, introspection, and shared experiences, the BH community can grow stronger.

After reaching out to parents and grandparents regarding their memories, I received many excited responses, all telling their unique stories. Though no two experiences were the same, there was a common theme of the opportunities Balmoral Hall has provided, as well as the lifelong friendships built at this school. The recounting of shared experiences has brought our class even closer as we reminisce about our years together. Whether students have attended Balmoral Hall for their whole lives, or just one year, there is always a special feeling of belonging. As girls prepare to leave the comfort of the BH family, their time at this school will be remembered through these cherished memories.

Katelyn Battad ’18 Alumnae Prefect

GET INVOLVED BH girls need your support. Volunteers make a difference at panel interviews, debate and public speaking tournaments, and community events. As a mentor, you could provide insight to students as they consider future careers. There are opportunities for everyone! alumnae@balmoralhall.ca

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IN 1901, WINNIPEG WAS A REMOTE CITY WITH FEW OPTIONS FOR GIRLS’ EDUCATION. BUT FOR A GROUP OF ENTREPRENEURIAL PARENTS, THAT DIDN’T STOP THEM FROM SECURING A NATIONAL-CALIBRE EDUCATION FOR THEIR DAUGHTERS. THEY RALLIED TOGETHER AND CREATED THE MOST PRESTIGIOUS SCHOOL WEST OF TORONTO. The courage to reinvent learning is a value that you’ll still find in our school today. Our girls will have careers that haven’t even been invented yet. It’s our responsibility to transform education and prepare them for whatever lies ahead, and to evolve girls into BH girls.

A BH girl is resilient. She’s not afraid of failure because she knows it’s a sideeffect of pushing yourself to the limit.

She has the guts to get knocked down, pick herself up and move forward as a stronger person.

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A BH girl is bold. She ignores the outside expectations to be humble and quiet, and she silences the voice that would say, “You’re not good enough.” She knows her worth and won’t apologize when she achieves great things.

It’s a privilege to develop BH girls, but it’s not easy. The world expects them to follow a pre-set path, and it has oldfashioned expectations of us too. It’s time for us to break free. We’re going to make sure every BH girl graduates with purpose, and nothing can hold us back.

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