This interview is part of a series, called “We Are Lakefield” — inspired by a phrase you’ll often hear our students and Head of School (Ms. Kee) say with pride (followed by “We got this.”) when community spirit and strength are needed to power through a uniquely challenging time, event, or activity. In this series, you’ll hear personal reflections from our students that provide valuable insight into what it means to be a part of the LCS community.This week, we spoke with one of our Grade 9 Grade Representatives, Myers ’26 to learn more about his experience at Lakefield College School. In this article, Myers speaks about our diverse co-curricular activities, the strong sense of community on campus, how he’s grown both personally and academically, and more! A Family Tradition: Discovering LCS“I first learned about LCS through my mother and brother. My mom graduated from LCS in 1999, and my…
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Flourish in Nature
“We believe teaching respect for the Earth and respect for people go hand-in-hand. Our campus ecosystems and programs inspire us to be committed to environmental responsibility.” ~ LCS Environmental Responsibility Value We are often reminded of the countless benefits of spending time outdoors during special days of recognition, like Take Me Outside Day and Earth Day. Not only is spending time outdoors fun, it has many benefits to our physical and mental health. Research has shown that spending time in nature can enhance mood, reduce stress, and promote wellbeing. In a 2015 study about the benefits of connecting with nature and its application as a wellbeing intervention, researchers found that “connecting with nature is a promising path to flourishing in life” (Capaldi, Passmore, Nisbet, Zelenski, & Dopko, 2015, p. 9). This research has been substantiated in many studies, including those of Doctor of Psychology, Lisa Nisbet from Trent University. Dr.…
Enriching Our Students’ Experience through Cocurricular Activities
At Lakefield College School, we immerse our students in a range of programming, including arts, culture, and athletic co-curricular activities. The benefits of athletic participation are widely known (improved physical health, mental health, social connection, etc.) and support Lakefield’s value of development of the whole person. Lesser known, however, are the benefits of cocurricular programming offered through our year-long clubs. We are often pleased to hear a student has discovered a hobby or passion by joining a club—usually, accompanied by the development of new skills and talents. For example, our Culinary Arts club students learn how to cook a variety of cuisines and develop an understanding of the basics of food preparation. These skills will serve them well as they approach young adulthood. Students in Debating Club practice their public speaking, verbal communication, and persuasive speaking skills, which help them in a range of academic courses and in their future careers. When students have the…
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