NEW March Break Camps

Posted: February 2, 2010 | Category: Events

Campers will be all smiles at the new co-ed March Break activities being offered at St. Mildred’s-Lightbourn School. Boys and girls aged Junior Kindergarten to Grade 6 are welcome to join in the fun at full-day SMiLeS camps running March 8-12 and March 15-19.

“We are delighted to provide fun programming for children during each of the weeks,” noted Jane Wightman, Head of School. “There will be a diverse selection of on-site activities and a field trip has also been included as part of each of the camps.”

“We recognize that it can be difficult for parents to find reasonably priced quality camp programming during March Break,” added Wightman. “This is an exciting new initiative for our school.”

Campers may sign up for a one or two week session. The program runs 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. daily, with an extended day program also available. Lunch is provided.

Register your child before February 1st and receive Early Bird pricing. For registration information and a sample schedule, please go the Camps area of this website.

Submission Deadline Feb. 28th

Posted: February 5, 2010 | Category: Events

Submission Deadline Feb. 28th

Submissions for PhotoSensitive's Cancer Connections project continue to be accepted as the February 28th deadline nears. The project, which St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School spearheaded amongst all independent and private schools across Canada, features photographs that will help to raise awareness and foster sensitivity to those affected by cancer and the people close to them. All photos appear on the project's website, with a selection chosen as part of the exhibit which continues to tour nationally. The next show will take place in Vancouver, in April.

To date over 140 students and 13 independent/private schools have joined the list of participants. St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School (SMLS) students have contributed 32 photos, with one submission by Maddie Goodall accepted for the national tour.

Karen Dyne, the Head of Art and Otino Corsano, the Visual Arts and New Media teacher at SMLS, were both keen for SMLS students to get involved in the project and to help encourage other schools to participate. Corsano has been working closely with SMLS students through a Communication Technology class offered at the school. The response has been positive.

"PhotoSensitive's imagery appealed to the students. They became excited about being a part of it," noted Dyne. "They also felt empowered by the chance to show their work alongside professional photographer's photos. They have been asked to say something and get their messages out there."

Dyne also noted that student involvement in the project has also opened their eyes to the realities of the disease. Students have not restricted their involvement to still photos. A YouTube video is currently being produced by SMLS students to help promote the project.

To find out more about PhotoSensitive and the Cancer Connections photo exhibit please contact Jackie Osmond Patrick at 905-282-9074, Jackie@photosensitive.com. All of the students' photo submissions can be seen at http://www.photosensitive.com/cc/cc-student.html, where they can be searched by school or photographer. Read the latest news on the project at http://www.photosensitive.com/newsletter/Schools_story.php Deadline for submissions: February 28, 2010

Multi-cultural MOSAIC

Posted: February 2, 2010 | Category: Events

Students at St. Mildred’s-Lightbourn School invite the community to celebrate cultural diversity at their 5th Annual MOSAIC Multicultural Festival taking place January 28th. The fundraiser will showcase over 30 countries represented through visual displays, food, a fashion show, and interactive demonstrations.

The MOSAIC event was first initiated by a St. Mildred’s-Lightbourn School student to celebrate cultural diversity and raise funds for local and international charities. Over the past four years this student-run event has grown significantly. Last year over 300 attended MOSAIC, which is held in the School’s Main Gym.

This year all funds raised at the event will be given to the Stephen Lewis Foundation. The donation will go towards helping people fighting against AIDS and HIV in Africa.

Tickets for MOSAIC are $6.00 - Adults and $4.00 – Children, and may be purchased at the door. The event runs from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. For more information contact the school at 905-845-2386.

2010 Golf Classic

Posted: February 2, 2010 | Category: Events

The St. Mildred’s-Lightbourn School Fall Golf Classic returns to Blue Springs Golf Club (Acton) in 2010. The annual fundraiser for the school is celebrating its 11th year on Thursday, September 30th.

“We’re delighted to have a committed group of parents already working on the plans for this year’s tournament,” noted Sally Dobie, Director of Advancement at St. Mildred’s-Lightbourn School, adding that the tournament  will once again offer a superior round of play and other wonderful attractions for golfers.

The SMLS 10th Annual Fall Golf Classic raised $52,500 for the School and was supported by Lead Sponsor Willson International.

Globe Features SMLS

Posted: January 13, 2010 | Category: News

The January 13th issue of the Globe & Mail newspaper features a St. Mildred’s-Lightbourn School supplement, which assures prospective parents that through the ‘educational journey of a lifetime’ their daughters will be ready to face the world.

“We wanted to put out this special informative piece to educate parents about not only the exciting developments at St. Mildred’s-Lightbourn School, but also the incredible advantages of an all-girls’ school and single-sex education,” noted Jane Wightman, Head of School.

“The Globe & Mail provided the ideal place to reach parents considering independent schooling for their children.” 

The supplement features insight from SMLS graduates on their respective roads to success; student success stories in multiple disciplines (academics, arts and athletics); specific information on the advantages of differentiated learning; and updates on construction at the school, which will add new classrooms, a student lounge, a senior resource centre, and a new dining hall and kitchen to the existing facilities by early 2011.

Download the Globe & Mail, January 13, 2010 supplement.

Open House January 23rd

Posted: December 15, 2009 | Category: Event

We invite you to attend St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School's annual winter Open House, taking place on Saturday, January 23rd, from 10:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.

If you are considering the 'educational journey of a lifetime' for your daughter, please visit the school for a tour and the opportunity to talk with faculty.

Not able to attend on that date? Contact Donna Cossitt, Coordinator of Admissions, to arrange a time for a tour - dcossitt@smls.on.ca or 905- 845-5830, ext. 807.

Phase 4 Begins!

Posted: December 15, 2009 | Category: Event

On November 10th the Town of Oakville provided St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School with site plan approval with minor conditions for completion of Phase 4 in a 10 year strategic building plan. The approval, which marks the culmination of months of work, moves forward plans to create a beautiful new Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) addition to the existing building.

Included in the build will be the addition of four new Junior School classrooms, a Student Centre, two new Music rooms, a Senior Resource Centre, and a new dining hall/kitchen. The enhanced learning environment will complement the School's existing exceptional facilities.

Once the site plan conditions are met the build will begin in 2010, with occupancy expected in early 2011.

Artist's rendering of the new servery that will be built as part of Phase 4 construction.

15 Schools Join Exhibit

Posted: December 15, 2009 | Category: Event

The PhotoSensitive Cancer Connections exhibition continues to grow! St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School's (SMLS) partnership with PhotoSensitive, supporting student participation amongst all independent and private schools across Canada, has helped to gain support for the project. Fifteen schools have confirmed their participation, and 92 photo submissions have already been received from students aged 10 to 17 years.

The exhibit, which features photographs that will help to raise awareness and foster sensitivity to those affected by cancer and the people close to them, is showcased at PhotoSensitive's online gallery. See the student submissions at http://www.photosensitive.com/cc/cc-student.html

If you are interested in learning more about the project, please contact Jackie Osmond Patrick at PhotoSensitive, 905-282-9074, Jackie@photosensitive.com

Traditions Fair November 28th

Posted: November 24, 2009 | Category: Event

The annual Traditions of Christmas fair returns to SMLS on Saturday, November 28th, featuring old favourites and fun new ways to enjoy this holiday event. A "House of Dreams” raffle (featuring over $20,000 in prizes), crafts, a bake sale, a student art sale, and the popular Reindeer Games for children return as some of the crowd pleasers, while Santa's 5 km Shuffle and Book Fair promise to begin new traditions of their own. 

The event takes place from 9:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Admission is $4.00, with $2.00 going to the Kerr Street Ministries. Children 12 and under are admitted free.

Download the Event Flyer

Alumnae Host Reindeer Games

Posted: November 24, 2009 | Category: Event

On Saturday, November 28, 2009 the Traditions of Christmas fair returns to St. Mildred’s-Lightbourn School, featuring book, craft, art and bake sales, holiday music, a tea room, a “House of Dreams” raffle (valued at $20,000) and the School’s Alumnae Association’s popular Reindeer Games for kids. The event takes place from 9:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

SMLS Alumnae Association volunteers will be on-hand at the Reindeer Games providing a carnival-like atmosphere for kids. An advance admission passport to the Reindeer Games (available until November 20th) is $15.00/child, and includes 15 game plays, a nut-free snack, a drink and a fun prize. The passport will be $20.00 on event day.

Reserve your Reindeer Games passport early by downloading your order form and dropping it off at the School.

We hope to see you there!

Autumn Artwork at Seasons

Posted: November 24, 2009 | Category: Event

Autumn returns to Seasons Restaurant (Downtown Oakville) in an art display prepared by SMLS students. Diners at Seasons will be able to enjoy student artwork showcased on the walls of the restaurant from November 1st to 15th.

Junior School Art teacher Ann Westell noted that "Students in grades 3 -6 have enjoyed a visual exploration of our Canadian harvest time. This selection of artwork reflects their understanding of life on a farm and the role our local markets play in supporting our farmers."

School supporters and restaurant owners Tammy and George Couto welcomed the opportunity to once again showcase the student artwork, which was a popular attraction when displayed last year. Their restaurant, located at 134 Lakeshore Road West, offers the ideal setting for this type of display.

"It is important in the development of young artists to have a public venue to show their artwork," noted SMLS Head of Art Karen Dyne. "We are very pleased to be displaying student work at Seasons Restaurant again and hope this will become an annual event."

Make a reservation to visit Seasons and enjoy an evening of fine dining surrounded by beautiful works of Millie art.

Open House, October 24th

Posted: September 29, 2009 | Category: Event

Join us for our fall Open House, taking place on October 24th from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Find out more about how your daughter can benefit from the educational journey of a lifetime offered at St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School.

For more information, contact our Admissions Coordinator Donna Cossitt at 905-845-5830 x807.

Travelling from Toronto?
Take Trafalgar Road (Oakville) exit south off of the QEW. Travel south on Trafalgar to the Cornwall Road intersection and turn left. Head eastbound on Cornwall Road to Chartwell Road. Turn right on Chartwell Road. Next stop sign is Linbrook Road. Turn left. School is located on the right hand side of the road.

Student Joins National Tour

Posted: September 10, 2009 | Category: News

Photo by Maddie Goodall

At St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School, learning goes beyond the classroom. For Grade 12 student Maddie Goodall, her love of photography has become an incredible learning experience that is bringing her national attention.

Goodall is just one St. Mildred's student who joined the PhotoSensitive Cancer Connections exhibition, which features photographs that will help to raise awareness and foster sensitivity to those affected by cancer and the people close to them. St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School (SMLS) is promoting student participation in the project amongst all independent and private schools across Canada. See the "Photos Connect with Cancer" story, featured below, in the News and Events section.

All photo submissions are featured at PhotoSensitive's online gallery at www.photosensitive.com/cc. Maddie Goodall submitted six photos and one has been chosen to appear with a select number of photos in a travelling exhibition in Vancouver, Calgary and the Grande Finale Show in Ottawa in 2010.

"Through the one-month work study program offered at St. Mildred's, I had the opportunity to work in the area of study I'm hoping to pursue in university," noted Goodall. "Working with Cancer Connections gave me the chance to gain valuable experience while participating in a very worthwhile project."

For Maddie Goodall, a love of photography and the support of SMLS faculty helped to bring her skills national attention. SMLS encourages all students to share this experience by participating in the project.

If you are a student and interested in further information about the Cancer Connections project, please contact Jackie Osmond Patrick at PhotoSensitive, 905-282-9074, Jackie@photosensitive.com.

Last Chance to Register!

Posted: September 15, 2009 | Category: Event

Don't miss your chance to tee up fore fun at the SMLS 10th Annual Golf Classic, taking place September 15, 2009 at RattleSnake Point Golf Club (Milton). Willson International returns as the Lead Sponsor for the third year in a row.

Willson is the expert in Canadian and U.S. customs brokerage and logistics services delivering unmatched customer service to importers and exporters in Ontario. Company CEO Peter Willson has supported the SMLS golf tournament as a sponsor since 2004.

Celebrate the tournament's 10th year by signing up for either the 18 hole or 9 hole option. Golfers of all skill levels will enjoy a barbeque lunch, dinner, fun on-course activities, and a great welcome gift. A limited number of spaces are still available so register today!

Contact Robyne Balanuik at 905-845-5830 x835, rbalanuik@smls.on.ca.

Thank you to our lead sponsor:

Photos Connect with Cancer

Posted: June 12, 2009 | Category: News

St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School, in partnership with PhotoSensitive, invites students to join in a national Cancer Connections photography exhibition. The School has launched the project within the Canadian Independent Schools (CIS) and Canadian Association of Independent Schools (CAIS) communities, encouraging support for the program from across Canada.

The Cancer Connections exhibition features photographs that will help to raise awareness and foster sensitivity to those affected by cancer and the people close to them. The photographs document the effects of cancer on the lives of people across Canada. It is currently touring the country and appears in the online gallery at www.photosensitive.com/cc.

Since 1990, PhotoSensitive, a not-for-profit organization of photographers, has been harnessing the power of black and white photography to raise public consciousness of critical issues around the globe. Cancer Connections provides the opportunity to take photographs of a wide range of subjects: people who have survived cancer, those who have lost friends or family to the disease or people involved in the fight against it.

With cancer affecting two in five Canadians, chances are that most people know someone who has battled the disease. The group welcomes student participation in the project and all submissions will appear in the Cancer Connections web gallery located at www.photosensitive.com/cc. A select number of photos will appear in a travelling exhibition as it goes to Vancouver, Calgary and the Grande Finale Show in Ottawa in 2010.

"The project combines so many aspects of curriculum, while reaching out to the broader community both locally and nationally," stated Karen Dyne, Head of Arts at SMLS. "We are particularly proud of SMLS Grade 12 student Maddie Goodall, who submitted six photographs and one has been chosen to travel across Canada with the exhibit."

For further information about the Cancer Connections project, please contact Jackie Osmond Patrick at PhotoSensitive, 905-282-9074, Jackie@photosensitive.com.

Download a copy of the Media Kit.

Download letter to CAIS and CIS Schools.

Uniform Sale in June

Posted: June 23, 2009 | Category: News

Don't miss your chance to sell and purchase used and new SMLS uniforms and save money in June.

On June 23rd the PA is organizing a used uniform sale. It's a great time to clean out your closets and get some money in return. Tunics, skirts, pants, vests, cardigans, skorts, kilts, pullover sweaters, and blazers are all needed for the sale. Items may be exchanged for larger sizes.

SMLS parents are asked to visit the My SMLS site for further details about drop off and sale times.

Wyldewood Supports Golf Team

Posted: June 11, 2009 | Category: News

SMLS' new partnership with Wyldewood Golf & Country Club, gave the School a 'home base' for its three golf teams and a winning opportunity to succeed.

Team members had the opportunity to use Wyldewood's superior private facilities, including driving range, chipping area, and putting course, plus the chance to play practice rounds of golf. Students were able to develop and fine tune their golf skills and the U12 golfers went on to win the PSAA Championship.

Thanks to Wyldewood Golf & Country Club for supporting our teams.

SMLS Adds 15 Golds!

Posted: June 12, 2009 | Category: News

St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School athletes, coaches and mentors have reason to celebrate. During the 2008-2009 School year, young athletes added 15 Gold Championships to the School's athletic history. Winning teams were from a variety of sports including Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Ice Hockey, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Synchronized Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, and Volleyball. Silver awards were also won in Basketball, Floor Hockey, Soccer, and Tennis.

"We are all proud of the diversity of teams offered at St. Mildred's. This diversity allows athletes of varying abilities and interests to find something in which they can participate," stated Alison Cuthill, Director of Athletics at the School.

"It's the athlete's participation on a team and the discovery of a love for sports that is the true reward for the coaches. The fact that we win championships is a wonderful bonus! What a great effort on behalf of our Junior and Senior School athletes."

To find out more about St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School's list of wins, visit the Senior School-Programming-Athletics area of this website.

Grade 5-7 Classes Added

Posted: May 8, 2009 | Category: News

In response to the strong interest in enrollment in the SMLS Junior School, additional classes have been added to accommodate more Grade 5, 6 and 7 students. There is also space available in Grade 3.

If you are considering enrolling your daughters at St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School, please contact Donna Cossitt in Admissions for more information at 905-845-9980 and visit our Admissions page on this website.

Millies' Ball a Great Success!

Posted:May 1, 2009 | Category: News

On Friday, May 1st the Palais Royale provided the perfect setting for an evening of dancing and entertainment on the shores of Lake Ontario. The Millies' Ball fundraiser was a great success offering guests fine cuisine, games of chance, entertainment and a number of wonderful auction items.

Thanks to Co-Chairs Margo Haines and Cathy Haugrud and their team of volunteer parents and staff, and to the companies, families and individuals that supported The Millies' Ball through their participation and/or donations to this event.

Special thanks to our sponsors for demonstrating their commitment to this important fundraiser, including:

• Willson International (Lead)
• The Chisholm Family (Dinner)
• The Forgione Family (Dessert)
• The Gaskin Family (Scotch Bar)
• Mantralogix Inc. (Entertainment)
• Blue Line Logistics International Inc. (Decor)

SMLS Hosts Special Olympics
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Posted: May 9, 2009 | Category: News

The 5th Annual Special Olympics Hometown Games returns to St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School (SMLS) on Saturday, May 9th. Twelve teams from London, Brampton, Hamilton, Burlington and Oakville will be participating in the event.

"Hosting the Hometown Games for Special Olympics is a great opportunity for us to show our support of special athletes and invite the public to our School," noted Nicki Newhouse, the Student Life Coordinator at St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School and the organizer of this event.

The Hometown Games began as a student presentation as part of the Toskan Casale Foundation's Youth Philanthropic Initiative. Toskan Casale provides a reality experience through a strong academic philanthropy program, giving students the skills to assess community needs. Through research students learn about the problems facing their own communities. The students then prepare a proposal for a request for funding. An independent judging panel assesses the proposal and awards a grant to the successful students.

Over 80 students, parents and volunteers will be supporting this year's event, with matches taking place between 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. A raffle fundraiser and bake sale will also take place during the day, with all proceeds being donated to Special Olympics. There is no admission fee for spectators, but all donations to the Special Olympics are welcomed.

Last Chance for Cup!
Contest Deadline: April 18th

Posted: April 15, 2009 | Category: News

The SMLS Hockey Team is close to the experience of a lifetime. With your vote they could find themselves spending time with the Stanley Cup and hockey legend Mark Messier!

SMLS is one of 10 hockey teams selected from 600 submissions entered into the "Team Up and Bring Home the Cup" competition. The contest, which offers both a prize for the winning team and one lucky voter, runs until April 18th.

A winning team will be selected based upon the number of votes submitted in that team's name. The team with the greatest number of votes will receive prizes valued at $10,500, including a visit by Mark Messier and the NHL Stanley Cup.

A voter (must be 13 years of age or older) will also be selected to receive a trip for two to a 2009 NHL Stanley Cup final game. Approximate value: $7,200. Help SMLS Win!

Here's how you can help SMLS win:

1. Visit the contest website to view the SMLS video and to vote.
2. Click on the VOTE NOW button and fill in the registration information. Must be 13 years of age or older to vote.
3. Keep voting! You can vote as many times as a day as you would like, but only your first vote daily will be submitted to the Voter prize draw.

Let's help "Bring Home the Cup" - support our hockey team by voting today!

Open House, April 25
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Posted: April 15, 2009 | Category: News

Learn more about why St. Mildred's Lightbourn School offers "The Educational Journey of a Lifetime". Please join us on April 25th for our spring Open House. Take a tour of the School and visit with the Junior and Senior School faculty and staff. Find out more about Global Studies, athletics, music, arts and academic programming offered at the School.

Alumnae Brunch, May 3
Glen Abbey Golf Club

Posted: April 15, 2009 | Category: News

SMLS Alumnae are invited to take a trip back to the good 'ole days at the annual Alumnae brunch held in their honour. Celebrating anniversaries will be the Class of 1959 (50th), Class of 1984 (25th) and Class of 1999 (10th). The brunch is a great opportunity to celebrate friendships, rekindle relationships and reminisce about the past.

There is limited seating available for this event. Alumnae are asked to register your participation by contacting Peter Okonski at pokonski@smls.on.ca and 905-845-5830, x895.

Celebrating 10 Years!

To celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the SMLS Fall Golf Classic the tournament is taking place at RattleSnake Point Golf Club, Milton. Golfers are invited to sign up for a 9 hole (with instruction) or 18 hole tournament option. The award-winning architecture of RattleSnake offers participants of all skill levels a great day of golf.

Register today!

FIRST® Robotics Wins!

Posted: April 2, 2009 | Category: News

Congratulations to the FIRST® Robotics team who received the Kleiner Perkins Caulfield & Byers Entrepreneurship Award at the FIRST® Robotics Greater Toronto Regional competition held during the March Break at the Hershey Centre, Mississauga. The Greater Toronto event is the largest Canadian regional FIRST® Robotics competition, and attracted 60 teams competing for the championship title.

The award received by the SMLS team celebrates entrepreneurial spirit and recognizes a team that, since its inception, has developed the framework for a comprehensive business plan to scope, manage, and achieve team objectives.

The SMLS FIRST® Robotics team is sponsored by the SMLS Parent Association and the Ford Motor Co. of Canada, Limited. The team has been competing since 2002.

Last Chance to Make Aeroplan Donation!

Posted: February 24, 2009 | Category: News

The final days of February mark the end of Aeroplan donation month. Throughout the month supporters have been donating their Aeroplan miles to The Millies' Ball, to be redeemed for travel or non-air rewards that will be offered as raffle items at the May 1st event.

Donations are being accepted until March 2nd, so complete the downloadable form to show your support today. A great way to contribute to the success of this event.

For more information about The Millies' Ball click here.

PA Events a Success

Posted: February 11, 2009 | Category: News

The St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School Parent Association (PA) has had an eventful school year to date. The group of active volunteers has been busy fundraising through pizza and sub days, the annual Traditions of Christmas, a Chapter's Book Fair, Ladies' Latin Dance Night, a mid-year Used Uniform Sale, and a Father-Daughter BINGO.

Thanks to the support of the SMLS and local community, the PA has been successful raising funds for School soccer team travel costs and security for Senior School dances. The group has also become a major sponsor of the FIRST™ Robotics and Lego® League teams and a contributor to the new School mascot - Lily the Millie-gator.

To hear more about this committed group of volunteers read the mid-term report provided by the PA President, Judith Nunn. Learn more about the Parent Association here.

Millies' Ball Nears Sell-out

Posted: February 04, 2009 | Category: News

Still Ways to Show Your Support. Visit the Millies' Ball page for more information.

Open House, February 7th

Posted: January 29, 2009 | Category: News

Join us for St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School's winter Open House, taking place February 7th, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. All visitors welcome to come and learn more about "The Educational Journey of a Lifetime". Tour the School, meet members of the faculty, find out more about our innovative female-centric approach to learning, and history of excellence.

For more information contact the school at 905-845-2386.

February 2009 Open House Radio Campaign

Click below to listen to the February 2009 Open House Radio Campaign featuring Head of School, Jane Wightman, and SMLS student, Taegan.

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4th Annual MOSAIC Celebrates Diversity

Posted: January 29, 2009 | Category: News

Students at St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School invite the community to celebrate cultural diversity at their 4th Annual MOSAIC Multicultural Festival taking place February 5th. The fundraiser will showcase 30 countries and 6 continents represented through food, a fashion show, a cultural colouring corner, and interactive demonstrations.

The MOSAIC event was first initiated by a St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School (SMLS) student to celebrate cultural diversity and raise funds for local and international charities. Over the past four years this student-run event has grown significantly. Last year over 300 attended MOSAIC, which is held in the School's main gym.

Tickets for MOSAIC are $6 for Adults and $4 for Children and may be purchased at the door. The event runs from 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Money raised from the event will be donated to the Halton Learning Foundation and the Mamfe Presbyterian School, in Ghana.

Return to the Renaissance, February 10-12

Posted: January 15, 2009 | Category: News

The SMLS Senior School's Arts Renaissance Festival, takes place February 10-12. The event showcases the traditions of Shakespearean Theatre and the art of the Italian Renaissance.

Experience the transformation of the Arts Wing into the streets of Elizabethan London, the Studio Theatre into the "Globe Theatre" and the Art Studio into "Florentine" Italy.

Senior performances will showcase selections from Shakespeare. Show times are February 10th and 11th, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Artworks inspired by painters of the Italian Renaissance will be displayed in the Art Studio.

In addition to a daytime performance on Thursday February 12th a number of invited guest art specialists and performers from the Stratford Festival will be running workshops from 11:30 a.m. to 3:35 p.m. Students will have the opportunity to learn Elizabethan dance, Comedeia del Arte, stage combat, mask making, Shakespearean verse, life drawing and renaissance music. The festival promises to be an enlightening and entertaining event for all participants.

Tickets to Millies' Ball Now On Sale

Posted: January 15, 2009 | Category: News

Join us May 1, 2009 for the Millies' Ball as we dance under the stars on the shores of Lake Ontario. The Millies' Ball is taking place at the Palais Royale, a swing era dance hall nestled on Lake Ontario. Sponsorship packages, tickets and tables are available for purchase.

For more information about this jazzy affair download your invitation and ticket order form.

Thank you to our Millies' Ball Lead sponsor Willson International, and to The Chisholm, Forgione and Gaskin families for their generous support.

Acclaimed Artist Visits Jan. 13th

Posted: January 8, 2008 | Category: News

Nationally acclaimed artist Marion Bartlett will be visiting St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School on January 13th, to teach clay modeling to the Grades 3, 4, 5 and 6 students.

Bartlett's sculptures and pottery has been displayed in galleries and art exhibits across North America over the past 25 years. She has received numerous awards for her commitment to the arts and community, including Brampton's Arts Person of the Year and The Queen's Golden Jubilee Medal.

With over 20 years of experience teaching children pottery and sculpture for Brampton's Parks and Recreation Department, and as a visiting art teacher in Region of Peel schools, Marion Bartlett brings extensive experience to SMLS students as they make a piece of keepsake pottery.

Ballet Creole Dances Drum Masquerade

Posted: Januart 8, 2008 | Category: News

A fusion of diverse dance and music traditions comes alive at SMLS on Friday, January 16th with a performance of "Drum Masquerade" performed by Ballet Creole. The show will be presented to students in Grades SK to 6.

Ballet Creole has been active on the Canadian dance scene since August 1990. With a focus on traditional and contemporary performing arts of the Caribbean and Africa, Ballet Creole celebrates the energy and brilliance of its roots under the direction of Caribbean-born dancer, choreographer and percussionist Patrick Parson.

Through dance and music "Drum Masquerade" explores the various roles and functions of traditional West African drums. The audience will be led through a masquerade of drums, witnessing their transformation and their power to change the dancers.

Mid-Year Used Uniform Sale

Posted: December 11, 2008 | Category: News

Friday, January 9, 2009 – 3 p.m.-7 p.m.
Saturday, January 10, 2009 – 9 am to Noon
SMLS Cafeteria, General Purpose Room

Missing a few items? Need to accommodate unanticipated growth? Now's the time to stock up for winter/spring and save money!

A terrific supply of shirts, tunics, blazers, cardigans, pants and other miscellaneous SMLS attire will be available at the Parent Association's Mid-Year Used Uniform Sale. All items are in excellent condition and are priced to sell to make room for future inventory. Used items are generally priced at 50-75% lower than new retail prices.

This January sale is strictly for sale purposes only. The PA will have the regular take in day and our main sale in June.

All proceeds from the sale of items will go to the Parent Association for use towards SMLS activities.

Ladies' Latin Dance Night

Posted: December 2, 2008 | Category: News

Warm up your evening at a Ladies' Latin Dance Night presented by the
Parent Association on January 22, 2009. To find out more about this fun evening
for moms download the flyer.

Traditions of Christmas

Posted: November 27, 2008 | Category: News

The spirit of generosity was thriving at the Traditions of Christmas event. The annual fundraiser was held at St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School on November 22nd.

The Parent Association was overwhelmed by the response to their Community Outreach initiative. Thanks to everyone in the Junior School who sent in one of the following donations to help those less fortunate in our community:

• 460 toys donated to the CP24/CHUM Christmas Wish
• 180 boxes of laundry detergent for the Fareshare Food Bank
• 10 bins of clothing for the Salvation Army
• $1,700 in gift cards for the Kerr Street Ministries
• $390 in Canadian Tire money for the Canadian Tire Foundation for Families

See picture of the donations on display on stage in the gymnasium.

Thank you to our absolutely incredible team of Convenors who pulled together to make this year's event a huge success, and to the students, parents, teachers and staff who volunteered their time and energy, making this event possible.

A heartfelt thank you to the following donors for their contributions:

The Chisholm Family, The Karrys Family, Cynthia Hope, Say Tea, Seasons Restaurant and Starbucks.

Thank you to everyone who came out to support this fun event!

Santa Goes Green

Posted: November 20, 2008 | Category: News

Santa Goes Green at the JK-6 Christmas Concert taking place on Tuesday, December 16th. Performance times are 1:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

Choir Performs Locally

Posted: November 20, 2008 | Category: News

The SMLS Grades 4-6 choir will be performing locally at Whole Foods Market (Thursday, December 4th, 1:00 p.m.) and at the Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital (Wednesday, December 17th, 1:00 p.m.).

Barber of Seville Postponed

Posted: November 20, 2008 | Category: News

The Canadian Opera Company performance of the Barber of Seville has been postponed. Watch the website News and Events listings for the rescheduled date.

Fall 2008 Jubilate is Here!

Posted: November 19, 2008 | Category: News

The St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School Fall 2008 Jubilate is now available and has been mailed out to our families and alumnae. Download your copy here.

Mystical Magic Art at Seasons

Posted: November 14, 2008 | Category: News

SMLS student artwork is adding a taste of the mystical and magical to local downtown Oakville restaurant Seasons, November 3-28th. The display of creations features work by students from Junior Kindergarten to S6.

Students were provided with the theme "Mystical Magic" as the starting point for their artwork. The media and approach used varied at each grade level with impressive results.

Note cards and a calendar will be produced using these pieces of student artwork and will be sold at the School's Traditions of Christmas event on November 22nd.

For a first hand look, visit the "Mystical and Magic" artwork display at Seasons restaurant, located at 134 Lakeshore Road.

Book Fair at Chapters, Dec. 1st

Posted: November 14, 2008 | Category: News

Start your holiday shopping Monday, December 1st at the annual SMLS Parent Association Book Fair, taking place at Chapters (Oakville Towne Centre), from 3:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

Chapters will donate 15% of your total purchase to SMLS. All monies raised will be put toward the purchase of books for the SMLS Junior and Senior Resource Centres.

Volunteers will greet you and make sure that you are identified as an SMLS parent. In addition to great shopping, during the evening Mr. Tan and the Senior Ensemble will be on site to entertain everyone with Christmas music. Don't miss this fun annual event!

Chapters is located at 310 North Service Road West, off Dorval Road.

Annual Report Now Available!

Posted: November 13, 2008 | Category: News

The St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School 2007/2008 Annual Report is now available. SMLS is doing its part for the environment by making copies of the Annual Report available on line. Download your copy here. Hard copies are available by mail by request only.

Mother Daughter Raffle

Posted: November 11, 2008 | Category: Event

Traditions of Christmas Mother/Daughter Raffleticket sales start on November 12th!

Check out the House of Coach display of fabulous prizes in the atrium near the gym, and have a sneak peek at all the fabulous prizes! Get your tickets today.

'Pinball' Clemons Lights up the Night

Posted: November 7, 2008 | Category: News

Over 100 members of the St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School community gathered at the Mississaugua Golf and Country Club on Wednesday, November 5th, for a Cocktail Reception hosted by SMLS parents Michele and Mario Forgione. Those in attendance were the first to meet our Phase 4 architects from Levitt Goodman, and hear the latest on our exciting expansion plans.

Michael 'Pinball' Clemons was the guest speaker, and he ignited the room with his powerful and heartfelt presentation.

Holiday Closure

Posted: November 7, 2008 | Category: News

St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School will be closed for the Christmas holidays as of 3:35 p.m. on Friday, December 19, 2008, reopening on Tuesday, January 6, 2009.

Traditions of Christmas

Posted: October 28, 2008 | Category: Event

November 22nd, 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Cherish the old and experience the new at this annual event. Visit Santa's North Pole, discover the Crafter's Showcase, enjoy the sounds of the SMLS choirs and bands, join in the raffle and draw, and savour the goodies at the bake sale or in the Ivy Tea Room, plus more. It's a great place to start your holiday shopping. Don't miss the fun! For all of the details download the Traditions of Christmas flyer.

The Traditions of Christmas is supported by the SMLS Parent Association.
Find out more about the Parent Association.

$7K raised for the 'Way'

Posted: October 30, 2008 | Category: News

Once again this year SMLS students and teachers embraced the mission of United Way of Oakville to "create a caring, inclusive community" by taking part in a variety of fundraising events. Over $7,000 was raised through special events, employee donations and a corporate donation from the School.

During the week of October 20-24th SMLS' United Way Week offered something for everyone: a bake sale, basket raffles, a loose change drive, musical mats competitions, and a grub day. A fabulous lip sync performance in the Junior School capped off the week.

The Grades 5 and 6 entertainers were spirited and energetic and loved performing on the big stage in the Main Gym. A number of special guest performers appeared at Friday's lip sync performance, as a thank you to the Junior School students who fundraised over $1,500 in the Loose Change Drive.

The S1 House Reps were appealing in "Banana Phone", the Prefects got everyone up and dancing to "All for One" and a large number of mystery guests performed a line dance to a song by "Miley's Dad", Billy Ray Cyrus.

In addition to the money fundraised this year winners of the basket raffle selected three items from their winning basket and donated the remainder to United Way. The contents were then distributed to member agencies.

Congratulations and thanks to all of this year's supporters!

Outdoor Educator Visits October 30th

Posted: October 28, 2008 | Category: News

The Global Studies Department is delighted to be welcoming outdoor educator and adventurer Angus Murray to SMLS on Thursday, October 30, 2008. Murray will be delivering a lively and engaging presentation on his recent ascent of Mount Everest.

SMLS Wins Again!

Posted: October 27, 2008 | Category: News

Congratulations to the U13 Girls Soccer team who won the 2008-09 Championship. The playoffs took place at SMLS on October 25th.

Teams Head into Playoffs

Posted: October 27, 2008 | Category: News

The next week is going to be a busy one for SMLS sports teams as they head into the playoffs for the following:

• JR Basketball - Saturday, November 1st at Greenwood College School, time to be confirmed.
• SR Soccer - Wednesday, October 29th

Sports Teams on a roll!

Posted: October 24, 2008 | Category: News

The SMLS sports teams have made a great start to the new year. Congratulations are due to many of them.

Our athletes have done very well in the Private School Athletic Association (PSAA) tournaments to date:

• U 12 Soccer runners-up
• U 11 Cross Country Champions
• U 14 Cross Country Champions
• U 14 Doubles Tennis runners-up
• U 14 Doubles Tennis Champions
• U 14 Singles Tennis Champion

Good luck to the U 14 Golf team in the upcoming tournament at RattleSnake Point Golf Club later in the month.

We look forward to honouring all of our Sports Women at the Fall Athletic Evening for athletes and their parents on November 4th.

ELITE Basketball Visits SMLS

Posted: October 24, 2008 | Category: Event

Between October 24th and November 12th professional basketball players from Basketball Ontario's Elite Development Program will be visiting the school. The players will be at the school to help expand skills in the S1 and S2 Physical Education programs.

Phase 4 Expansion Cocktail Reception

Posted: November 5, 2008 | Category: Event

Mark your calendars for Wednesday, November 5th, 2008 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.! You won't want to miss our special Cocktail Reception, where you will be the first to meet our Phase 4 architects and hear the latest on our expansion!

Keynote speaker will be Michael "Pinball" Clemons

Mr. Clemons is the current Chief Executive Officer of the CFL's Toronto Argonauts. Clemons' #31 jersey is one of only four that have been retired by the Argos. He is one of their most famous former players and also one of the most popular professional athletes in the history of Toronto. He played with the Argos for twelve seasons and twice served as their head coach.

Where: The Mississaugua Golf and Country Club (main dining room), 1725 Mississauga Road, Mississauga.

For more information, please contact Sally Dobie at 905-845-5830 ext. 814 or sdobie@smls.on.ca.

RSVP: by October 24th to Vicky DiMichele at 905-845-5830 ext. 838 or vdimichele@smls.on.ca.

New Look and Feel for SMLS

Posted: October 10, 2008 | Category: News

SMLS recently went through a rebranding process, updating the look and feel of the logo and launching a new message and marketing materials.

St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School - The Educational Journey of a Lifetime

Our Brand Promise:

The World is Calling Her Name - She'll Be Ready

Our New Website

Easier to read and navigate, this new site is much more user friendly for all members of our community, including current and prospective parents, students, faculty, staff and alumnae.

The modern design of the new website reflects the updated branding and messaging and brings the School to life with creative use of colour and carefully selected images that illustrate the Schools' new message and the love our students and School community have for SMLS.

Above all it was important to us to display our strong programming and academics as well as exemplary Global Studies and other co-curricular activities.

We now have a website that tells the world and our own community one important message - this is the school of choice for parents looking to provide their daughters with a first-class independent school education.

Special Reception

Posted: November 5, 2008 | Category: Event

Mario and Michele Forgione are graciously hosting an event for all Millie families at the Mississauga Golf and Country Club on Wednesday, November 5, 2008 from 6:00pm - 8:00 pm. They have arranged to have Mike "Pinball" Clemons as the keynote speaker. I hope many of you will plan to join us.

Career Carousel

Posted: April 3, 2009 | Category: Event

On Friday, April 3, 2009 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. we will be holding our second annual SMLS Career Carousel.

This educational and informative day is open to students from S3 to S6 and is designed to help them:

• Expand their knowledge of careers based on their interests
• Help develop their networking skills

If you would like more information about this opportunity, please contact Peter Okonski, at
pokonski@smls.on.ca or 905-845-5830 ext. 895.