How Top Boarding Schools Create an Inclusive Campus

A sense of belonging is every student’s right on campus. Our students’ differences make our school stronger, and by embracing our students’ unique differences, we become better, more informed and open to the world around us. Because boarding school campuses become a second home to the students who live there, inclusiveness is extremely important. To help ensure a welcoming environment for all, day and boarding schools take active steps to make their environment inclusive. If you’re considering enrolling your teenager in a day and boarding school, read on to learn how top schools create an inclusive campus atmosphere. Day and Boarding Schools Create an Inclusive Environment by Implementing Campus Values A school’s core values say a lot about what’s important on campus. In order to foster each student’s growth and potential, top day and boarding schools make embracing diversity and individuality a top priority. At Lakefield College School, we have…

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3 Exciting Initiatives Our Day and Boarding School Students Have Participated in So Far in 2017

So far, 2017 has been an exciting year for students at Lakefield College School. Our students have ventured around the globe and back, enjoying amazing experiences and helping those in need. Even closer to home, Lakefield College School students have been participating in challenging new projects, taking on exciting responsibilities and making a difference. While each of these initiatives comes with its own rewards and challenges, each one helps our students grow as compassionate, understanding and well-rounded leaders. The experiences and lessons our students learn while giving back are ones that they will cherish for years to come. Read on to learn more about what our students have been up to so far this year. 1. Our Day and Boarding School Students Ventured Off to Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands Ecuador and its province of Galapagos are two inspiring destinations. Earlier this year, a group of Lakefield College School students…

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Leadership, Independent High School Education, and What LCS Does Best: Q&A With Our New Head of School and Foundation Anne-Marie Kee

After 11 years as the Executive Director of Canadian Accredited Independent Schools (CAIS), Anne-Marie Kee has been appointed as the new Head of School and Foundation for Lakefield College School. Considering Anne-Marie’s record of passionate advocacy for best practices in education, the LCS community is looking forward to her arrival in August 2017, eager to learn more of her thoughts and plans for the future. In the meantime, Anne-Marie took the time to answer a few questions for us. Q: As you look forward to joining the Lakefield College School community in August, what are your thoughts on the transition in leadership? Will it be a gradual immersion over the next few months or will you be taking a plunge at the end of the summer? A: More like a plunge that will take months, if that makes sense. CAIS schools, like Lakefield College School, provide some of the best…

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