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How to Choose the Best Boarding School in Ontario for Your Scholar-in-the-Making

Posted on 23/11/201623/11/2016Categories Boarding School

Choosing a boarding school for your child is what some call a ‘big picture’ decision—the resulting benefits will shape your child's future in many ways. The best boarding schools are supportive communities that nurture success and prioritize personal growth through rigorous academics as well as athletic, artistic and community service opportunities. Lakefield College School's (LCS) mission is: to challenge and enable our students to reach their individual potential in mind, body and spirit. We strive to achieve this mission through our individualized learning and social support; our beautiful campus that provides a wonderful outdoor classroom; and our extensive cocurricular arts, athletics and other activities. We're proud that 100% of last year's graduating class was accepted at university, including many prestigious higher education institutions around the world. How does LCS develop exemplary scholars? Read on to discover more about Lakefield’s supportive guidance and learning environments. How LCS Prepares Students for Academic…

5 Summer Study Tips for Boarding Students in Canada on Break from High School

Posted on 10/08/2016Categories Boarding School

After a long year of school, the summer break is much anticipated and well deserved. Since students have worked hard studying throughout the year, they have earned a vacation to enjoy the precious weather of the short Canadian summer. But just because it's summer, it doesn't mean that students should turn off their minds entirely. "Overall, children experience an average summer learning loss across reading and mathematics of about one month," notes Harris Cooper of Duke University. Fortunately there are plenty of ways for students to relax and have fun while still keeping their mind sharp during summer’s warm and sunny days. Here are five tips for fun summer learning. 1. Reading Every Day While on Summer Break from Boarding School Reading is an excellent way to stimulate the mind at any time of year, but in the summertime it makes an especially great excuse to pass the time outdoors…

3 Reasons to Try Drama and Dance at an Independent High School

Posted on 3/08/2016Categories Uncategorized

While arts education has sadly been cut from some school curriculums, it is flourishing in others and is recognized for its significant developmental value in everything that schools should be nurturing. Research suggests that education in the arts improves general academic performance, comprehension and communication skills, social and emotional development, and cognitive ability. For a school like Lakefield College School (LCS), which challenges and enables students to reach their full potential in mind, body and spirit, the cocurricular arts program plays a central role. For example, the confidence and creative stimulation developed through artistic dance and the dramatic arts in school serves students in whichever path they choose to pursue throughout their lives. LCS develops and presents a dance showcase and two major drama productions each year in which students are heavily involved in all aspects. Any student may audition for the plays in fall and spring terms. Many acquire…