Please Don’t Watch the Building Burn
Recently, I observed an interaction between my nephew and his young daughter who just (very proudly) turned 3-years-old. She was playing outside with great glee when she tripped and bumped her head. Her father and I were standing close by and turned just in time to see her topple over. When she landed, I immediately […]
Trafalgar Girl Alice: The Renaissance Woman
There is no shortage of talent when it comes to Trafalgar Castle School students! Whether in academics, arts or athletics, time and again, Trafalgar students have proven to be extraordinary in their pursuits. This is demonstrated by Grade 10 student Alice M. an exceptional student and acclaimed pianist and musician. Since the age of six, […]
For There is Always Light
I don’t know one person who hasn’t heard the name Amanda Gorman, the first National Youth Poet Laureate whose words touched the hearts of a nation, if not the world, at the inauguration of President Joe Biden. Her indelible delivery, so poised and resonant, was made all the more impressive when you understand the speech […]
Leading in the Community
On a late fall day, Grade 8 student McKenna arrived at Queen’s Park in Toronto. She was about to embark on what she calls the most incredible two weeks of her life. “When I walked in for orientation I just knew it was going to be awesome,” said McKenna. McKenna was selected to participate in […]
Silent No More.
“Challenge her mind. Strengthen her voice. Nurture her heart.” This is our mission statement at Trafalgar Castle School. We introduced it last week to our community as part of our new Strategic Plan. Hearing how it resonated across our constituent groups of faculty and staff, parents, students and alumna reaffirmed our belief that what we […]
Grade 7 helps Homeless Youth in Toronto
“Creating a brighter, healthier future for those in need!” This is what the Penny Pack aims to do for homeless youth in Toronto. In February, Grade 7 student Mick was chosen to be part of Future Design School’s (FDS) Young Leaders team. FDS aims to empower students, leaders and educators with the skill-sets they need […]
Art Attack at Station Gallery
April 30 to May 6 marked International Youth Week and the Town of Whitby and Whitby Youth Council in partnership with the Station Gallery presented the fourth annual Art Attack event. Art Attack gives Whitby youth ages 12-18 the opportunity to showcase their artistic talents. Forty Trafalgar students in Grades 7 to 12 sent over 75 pieces […]
Ottawa Forum for Young Canadians
The Forum for Young Canadians is a week-long program which occurs three times per year in Ottawa. During each session, youth aged 15 to 19 years discover federal and provincial Canadian politics through activities and presentations on politics, policy, and international trade. From January 28 to February 2, Trafalgar Castle students Jaime, Alex and Mansi […]