We are working alongside the Burlington Chamber of Commerce, Flamborough Chamber of Commerce, and the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce to host the Joint Business After 5 event on our campus! This will be an opportunity for chamber members to network, as well as an opportunity for us to showcase our campus. We hope that members of our community will support us by attending the event!
Waterdown Farmer's Market
Laureate College is this year’s sponsor for the Waterdown Farmer’s Market!
On May 24, 2025, we will be at the Opening Day, featuring a speech by our Junior School Principal, Mr. Hamilton, a sponsor table, the kid’s corner, and live musical performances. We would greatly appreciate support from our school community, so please join us!
Elementary Outreach Day
We will be hosting a field trip for 60 grade 6 and 7 students on May 15, where our students will be taking groups of 15 through different activities. This is a great opportunity for our students to practice their teamwork and public speaking skills, as well as a chance for them to take on leadership roles.
Mother's Day Concert / Open House
Thank you to everyone who attended out Mother's Day Concert and Open House on May 10! All of our students did an excellent job with their performances, and we will have footage of the concert to share coming soon.
We have more Open Houses coming up starting on May 24, and we hope to see you there. Please refer anyone you know who may be interested in attending!
Drop-In Days
We are hosting a series of Drop-In Days to meet the Junior School Principal, Mr. Robert Hamilton. The Drop-In Days have gone well so far, but we could always use the help of the Laureate College community in referring families to us. Click the link below to RSVP to any of the Drop-In Days. We encourage our community to refer more families to join us!
Laureate College is a proud partner of Canada International Student Placement Inc., an organization that offers our students the opportunity to study abroad.
"CISPI is proud to work with Ontario school districts and Laureate College, and is your gateway to unforgettable student exchange experiences. While we specialize in connecting students with language acquisition through immersion, we also pride ourselves in making this as seamless as possible for all of our partners involved. With our carefully curated programs, tailored to each student's interests and goals, we ensure a safe, supportive, and transformative journey abroad. We are committed to providing personalized guidance every step of the way, ensuring a smooth experience for students, parents and all schools involved. CISPI appreciates the support and looks forward to welcoming new students abroad."
Follow the link below to learn more about the opportunity to study abroad through CISPSI.
Each house team submitted their Term 3 glider projects and they competed to see which traveled the furthest. One glider stood out, created by Matthew, which he created using a 3D printer. Learn more about Matthew's design process by following the link below.
For Term 4, there will be 2 STEAM projects to be completed. The first project will be a catapult project, where teams will compete to see which catapult will launch a ball the furthest. For the second project, each team will grow a sunflower to see which team can nurture their flower to grow the tallest.
We did two labs this week: Solubility Lab - students explored what solvents and solutes work together Reactions Lab - students combined active dry yeast and hydrogen peroxide and tracked the temperature changes over time
Students are currently focusing on speaking tasks through structured discussions. These include literary analysis of the independent novel A Long Way Down by Nick Hornby, as well as thematic conversations about the importance of Mother's Day. Both topics encourage students to express personal opinions, make cultural comparisons, and apply vocabulary and grammar in meaningful contexts.
We worked on our three-part Frankenstein Final Project: the passage analysis in-class assignment, the outline for a journal entry (in the person of the creature), and the actual in-class journal entry based on the outline. Our focus for these projects is more customized to the overall curriculum expectations for grade 10 English, which influences assignment content, targeted skills, requirements, and standards.
We did a class bingo game with the formulas and names of molecules. They also explored some human activities, the reactions they result in, and the environmental/social/economic impacts. Next, they will plant beans for an experiment they designed exploring the effects of light levels on plant growth.
We finished our unit on accounting and accounting activities. We then covered a unit on balance sheets, which involved completing a secondary assignment related to creating a balance sheet for two companies. We are currently working on a primary project which entails creating a balance sheet for a fictional business created in unit 1.
Visual Arts students are currently completing their Unit 1 assignments, which focus on the use of color, line, and the elements of art. Their work includes visual examples from well-known artworks and written analysis that demonstrates their understanding of how these elements contribute to meaning and composition.
Students recently presented movie posters they created using the principles and processes of design we learned in Unit 1. They have also been learning an open source, vector-based design program called Inkscape. It is a technically challenging program but the students have produced some wonderful results!
We completed the unit on quadratic functions. Students did a marble slide challenge on Desmos where they had to transform different parent functions to make the marble pass all the starts.
We have been working on Computer Codes and Number systems, including binary, decimal and hexadecimal numbers using arithmetic. We have also been studying Cyber Security: what it is and how to use it to our advantage to keep ourselves safe on the internet.
Students have been diligently working on crafting and giving presentations on various subjects. They also learned about using simplicity and the five step process to presentation creation to help them craft presentations of their own. Students are reminded to not read from their slides, use a strong voice, and present to their audience when giving presentations.
Students went through the measurement review and have completed the unit on waves. The waves unit had two labs to complete that students worked in class on. They will have their waves test on Monday of next week.
During the first week, we covered content related to key sectors and industries in Canada. During the second week, we worked on the three types of business ownership, the relationship between business and accounting, and the accounting cycle. Our class will be moving onto a primary mid-term project about Canada's trade practices (domestic and international).
Students worked on the Kinematics unit which is Unit 2 of the course. The learned about scalars and vectors, distance and displacement, speed and velocity, acceleration, gravity, and projectiles. Students had quizzes on adding vectors and using acceleration equations. They also performed a lab using acceleration equations allowing them to collect the heights of objects without measuring them. They have their Kinematics test to start the week and then will be learning how to graph Kinematics.
We began working on our Frankenstein novel Final Project (3 parts). We completed the passage analysis in-class assignment last week, and this week we are working towards completing parts 2 & 3, which include an outline for a journal entry in the person of the creature and an actual in-class journal entry based on the outline.
We will be hosting a parents appreciation night on May 21 from 5-7pm! If you are interested in attending, please email admissions@laureatecollege.ca to RSVP. We hope to see you there!
New Attendance Reporting Procedure
Moving forward, parents are asked to report any absences or late arrivals to attendance@laureatecollege.ca or call the school and leave a message.
Lost and Found
All lost items should please be returned to the front desk in the lobby. If you are missing any belongings please speak to Kathryn at the front desk to see if they have been returned.
Snow Day Procedures
For any snow days or school closures, the school principal will inform staff and faculty members at 6:45 am. The house advisors will then inform their students accordingly.
Cell Phone Policy
As of September 2024, the Ontario Ministry of Education introduced the No Cell Phone Policy during school hours. There was discretion at the secondary level to use cell phones as a learning tool under the direction of the teachers that we followed in term 1 and 2. However, the observations from staff is that cell phones are being used for personal reasons.
Therefore, starting term 3 (Wednesday January 29, 2025), no cell phone is permitted from 8:30 am to 3:15 pm. If students are involved in an after-school club, no cell phones are permitted from 3:30 to 4:30 pm. For boarding students, cell phones are permitted after 4:30 pm and during study hall.
If the new policy is not adhered to, the students will be reported to the office and required to leave their cell phone in the main office until the end of the school day. Repeated violation of no cell phone will lead to further consequences. If there is an emergency where you must contact your child, please call the main office at 416-800-8434 where arrangements will be made to connect you with your child.
Testimonials
We are calling on all Laureate parents and students to share their experiences with us! As a young school, we rely heavily on our community to spread the word about us. Testimonials will be an essential part of promoting what we do here, so please do not hesitate to share what Laureate College means to you and your family!
Students are encouraged to take advantage of the opportunity to gain valuable volunteering and leadership experience by participating in our 2025 summer camp. Find out more on our website.
Students can also apply for a counsellor position on our website.
Our community is blossoming every week, and we’d be thrilled to have you join us and help it grow even bigger! Our goal is to reach 100 followers on Facebook, and we appreciate every person who brings us closer to that goal.
Repost, Refer, and Recommend!
Summer Day Camp (6-14 years of age)
Congratulations to our Camp Laureate team for reaching 46% capacity for our 2025 summer camp, with 544 registrations already in the month of January! Each week of camp is packed with Science, Technology, Sports, and Arts sessions, led by our highly qualified specialists and supported by a low camper-to-counselor ratio. Campers enjoy a mix of specialty programs, traditional camp activities, and nutritious lunches prepared by our kitchen staff. Register now for Summer 2025 for an unforgettable summer of learning, friendship, and fun!
Students who are interested in volunteering or employment as a counsellor for March Break Camp or Summer Day Camp programs, please contact camp director Ms. Westoby at katie.westoby@laureatecollege.ca
PowerSchool
PowerSchool serves as Laureate's online platform, providing you with access to your child's academic progress, grades, and attendance records. New timetables are now available to view. We highly encourage parents to regularly check PowerSchool to remain informed and up-to-date on school announcements and their child's performance, please contact Ms. Debartolo at cherubina.debartolo@laureatecollege.ca for assistance if needed. Portal
myBlueprint
myBlueprint is used to track students grades and past/present courses, and will be used next year for course selection. Using myBlueprint, students can look up college and university requirements as well as what's included in the programs they're interested in. Students can also use myBlueprint to research careers and internships, as well as build resumes, cover letters and budgets.
Student Handbook
If you have not already, please be sure to read both the student and parental handbooks in Moodle.
Transportation
Parents who are interested in joining the transportation services, please contact admissions at admissions@laureatecollege.ca or complete theregistration form.
Lunch Meal Plan
Please be sure to purchase a meal package for on-campus food services for your child, or a lunch ticket at the receptionists for $15 (cash only).
Parents Volunteer Opportunity
We welcome parents to sign up for volunteer opportunities during after-school activities. Please contact Mr. Brendan Johansson at brendan.johansson@laureatecollege.ca if interested.
What's Happening in May
Recap
Basketball Training Session
Students had the opportunity to attend a basketball training session at The Playground in Burlington to refine their skills on the court.
University Presentation
Grade 11 and 12 students attended a presentation covering strategies to succeed in their goals of being admitted to the universities of their choice.
Term 3 Top-Scorers
Bill, Matthew, Jason and Gilbert were recognized for being the top scoring students for their houses in Term 3!
Upcoming Dates
May 15: The Living Classroom Experiential Learning Field Trip for Grades 6-8
May 19: Victoria Day (no classes)
May 21: Joint Business After 5 Event 5-7pm / Parents Appreciation Night
May 22: Mid-terms
May 24: Waterdown Farmer's Market Opening Day 8am-1pm / Open House & Robotics Workshop 2-4pm
May 29/30: Parent/Teacher Interviews and Mid-term Report Cards Distributed
May 30: Student Debate
May 31: Waterdown Farmer's Market 8am-1pm / Open House & Robotics Workshop 2-4pm
Jun. 7: Waterdown Farmer's Market 8am-1pm / Open House & Robotics Workshop 2-4pm
Jun. 14: Waterdown Farmer's Market 8am-1pm / Open House & Robotics Workshop 2-4pm
Jun. 20: Tutorial Day
Jun. 21:Waterdown Farmer's Market 8am-1pm / Open House & Robotics Workshop 2-4pm
Jun. 23-25: Exam Days/Exam Review Day
Laureate Boarding Life
Shopping Trip
Some of the boarding students took a trip to downtown Toronto to spend time shopping.
One-on-one supplementary application guidance (ongoing essay writing and interview training)
Students' OUAC marks have been uploaded
2. University information Activities
Students are strongly encouraged to attend the March break university campus tour
3. Mental Health Counselling
Bi-weekly formal and informal communications to build confidence and address concerns or stressful issues. Students are encouraged to maintain a healthy balance between study and relaxation.
Please feel free to contact Guidance Counsellor: solo.yang@laureatecollege.ca
For requests regarding Ontario Student Transcript or OUAC marks submission please contact: cherubina.debartolo@laureatecollege.ca
ArtStudios@Laureate
Registrations are open for the following programs:
Arts
Adult Art Studio Thursdays, 10 am -12:30 pm
Art Studio 7+ Thursdays, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Illustration & Character Design Thursdays, 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
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