KCS Annual Report 2019-2020: A Better Tomorrow. Together.

MUSICAL PRODUCTION OF
FROZEN JR.

Many members of the KCS community took part
in this full-blown production of this popular Disney
movie-turned -Broadway show, Frozen, modified for
younger performers.

From the primary singers in grades 1 to 3 opening
the show, to graduating students in the lead roles,
both on stage and behind the scenes, more than
200 students worked together to focus their
collective artistic energy to create something
magical and spectacular. This show was so popular
that we needed to add another performance. This is
the first time in KCS history this has occurred.

In addition, more than 40 staff members, parents,
and alumni were directly involved in the production,
creating elaborate costumes and magnificent
set design.

KCS HAS GOT TALENT @ HOME THE GRADE 7 VIRTUAL PLAY
EDITION
The grade 7 virtual play is part of the drama
• An end of school year tradition at KCS component of the At-Home learning program. The
students collaborated remotely, choosing to either
• Students in grade 8 were our Masters of work behind the scenes (creating artwork, videos,
Ceremonies music) or act. They rehearsed, recorded the play,
then presented a virtual viewing for teachers and
• Over 20 performers from JK to grade 8 students. This very funny play’s title is: “The Internet
(some live, some prerecorded) Can be Distracting... Look there’s a Kitten.”

• Students performed magic, sang, danced, and
played instruments

• KCS alumnus Magician Danny Z closed the show
with a magic trick and words of encouragement

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4 DOORS ATHLETICS

More than 100 different clubs and
teams are offered to students from
JK to grade 8 over the course of the
year. We appreciate the opportunities
and extra-curricular activities and
sports provided to reinforce life skills
such as engagement, teamwork
and sportsmanship.

ATHLETIC HIGHLIGHTS

• October 3 – KCS U14 Girls Soccer Team won the
PSAA Tournament at the Pine Glen Soccer Centre

• October 23 – Our students joined over 80
grade 5–8 KCS students at Centennial Park
to participate in the CISAA Cross Country
Championship

• October 23 – KCS U14 Girls Flag Football Team
made it to the championship game at Mentor
College

• October 24 – KCS U14 won the PSAA U14 Boys
Flag Football Championship

• November 28 – KCS PSAA U14 Girls Volleyball
team won our first U14 Girls PSAA Volleyball
Championship

• January 31 – KCS U13 Boys Basketball team
won Silver, Tier 2 at the CAIS U13 Boys
Basketball Tournament

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OUTDOOR EDUCATION

Bringing education into the outdoor setting has
great benefits to health and learning that aren’t
found in the traditional classroom setting. Working
together in outdoor settings creates situations
where students must use valuable skills. Enhancing
social communication skills and asserting personal
control, building stronger practical problem solving
and teamwork skills, or understanding the need
for sustainable relationships between people and
their environments are just a few ways that outdoor
education can benefit students at any age.

Outdoor education at KCS begins in Junior
Kindergarten with outdoor day trips and culminates
in a three-day overnight trip to Norval Outdoor
Education Centre and Rattlesnake Point for our
grade six, seven and eight students in September.
Students must rely on their communication skills
and teamwork abilities to set up their own camp and
cook their own meals. Their days are spent engaged
in team building activities like rock climbing,
rappelling and high ropes. Evenings are spent
together around a bonfire competing in impromptu
singing competitions. When the intermediate
students return from this excursion, their bond
as a class becomes even stronger for their final
years at KCS.

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MINDFUL ACTIVITY

Yoga is well known to provide both mental and
physical benefits. Thanks to a grant from the Tevlin
Fund, KCS was able to welcome a team of certified
teachers and yoga instructors from The Yoga Project
for a two week mindfulness program. Students in JK
to grade 8 each received a yoga workshop from The
Yoga Project team focusing on mindfulness, physical
literacy, breath work, focus activities, partner or
group work and relaxation and visualization. Each
workshop was targeted to the students’ age group
and abilities. This is the second year we welcomed
The Yoga Project to KCS, though yoga has been a
standard offering over the past six years at KCS.

In addition to the student workshops, a mindfulness
workshop was also offered to faculty and staff prior
to the Christmas break. During this highly stressful
time, our faculty were provided with hands-on tools
to use to normalize yoga in the classroom and help
incorporate mindfulness into their everyday lives.

TEVLIN FAMILY FUND
FOR SPORT AND
OUTDOOR EDUCATION

For the past eight years, the Tevlin Family Fund for
Sport and Outdoor Education has allowed us to
continue offering enhanced programming that sets
students on a journey to be physically active for life.

In 2019–2020, the Tevlin Fund paid for the grade
7 and 8 KCS in Motion activity to Bowlerama in
February 2020. This was an enriched physical
education activity aligned with the “Target Games”
strand of the physical education curriculum. The
Tevlin Fund also covered various expenses for the
U13 Boys Basketball Team that participated in the
CAIS Basketball Tournament in Montreal in January
2020. Expenses covered include team participation
fee, tournament t-shirts and all coaches’ expenses.

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4 DOORS CITIZENSHIP KCS LAND
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
INDIGENOUS
EDUCATION We are the students of Kingsway College
School. We care about the land, water,
We held our first Orange Shirt Day, a day to and animals. We show it by: picking up
recognize reconciliation and residential schools, our garbage, planting new trees, and only
organized by two grade 5 student leaders. using what we need. We live in treaty 13 an
The student leaders prepared and presented agreement between Indigenous Nations
information to the school community at chapel, and Canada that was misunderstood
and visited classrooms. because they spoke different languages. The
Anishinaabe and the Haudenosaunee call
In conjunction, more literature and resources were this area home. They are made up of many
added to classrooms and the KCS library so that unique nations. They loved and respected
teachers and students could learn more about their land but the government took it away.
Indigenous stories and culture. We are all part of the Dish with one Spoon
territory that teaches us to share, and be
In grade 3, students participated in Project Based responsible for taking care of the land.
Learning about Indigenous communities and history. We will care for each other, the plants, the
With help from Lindy Kinoshameg, our artists in animals, the water, and the land.
residence, they created a Land Acknowledgement
for the school. The land acknowledgement has
been used at the musical and Closing Ceremonies,
and we plan to use it to open future events.

We learned from knowledge keepers, authors,
and artists from Toronto Aboriginal Social Services
Association, guest speakers at the CAIS Leadership
Conference, and from Facing History and Ourselves.
These presenters pointed us to ways for students
and teachers to learn Indigenous history in a
respectful way. Teachers participated in webinars
and conferences about Indigenous culture
and pedagogy.

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ENVIRONMENTAL HIGH RESOLVES
STEWARDSHIP
Thanks to the support of the Bulger/Pickard Fund
We continued to learn about the environment for Citizenship, KCS was able to continue working
this year. with High Resolves, an international program that
originated in Australia for grade 7–12 students
Students in the junior division participated in a new about how to act as global citizens. The grade 7
club where they learned about what KCS can do to and 8 students were involved again this year, and
help take care of the environment. They developed benefited from this excellent programming.
ideas that can encourage green habits during Earth
month and all year. Mr. Gouveia hosted an outdoor This year we hosted a meeting of educators from
club for younger students, instilling a love of the across Toronto with the High Resolves founder. High
natural world. Resolves also has made an online planning tool,
called Composer, which has created research-based
Teachers and Facilities Managers from Canadian activities for teachers to use. KCS teachers gave
Accredited Independent Schools (CAIS) started a feedback during the beta testing, and now teachers
CAIS Green Schools Project, an excellent way to all over the world are using it.
learn about what other schools are doing in
this area. This spring, High Resolves made a lot of their
programming available as self-paced lessons,
Community Service Club launched mindful, with online meetings with their facilitators. In this
environmentally-focused initiatives, including drives way, any schools who are online can still participate
to collect coats and toys donated to organizations in their excellent programming. Since these
who need them. KCS now recycles markers as well, workshops help students to learn skills such as
thanks to a group of dedicated student leaders. recognizing unconscious bias, they are helpful as
our students learn more about topics such as anti-
racism. We are very grateful that our students are
able to participate in this program.

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GRADS

KCS appreciates the efforts the Class of 2020 made to make our
school special over the years, and we particularly appreciate the way
this graduating class faced the change to remote learning in the last
three months of school.
We never know what’s in our futures, but a willingness to adapt to
changing circumstances is an important attribute to possess at school,
and in life. Congratulations again to the Class of 2020!

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Looking back at my
experience, if I were
to think of one word
to sum it all up, it
would be happiness.

DIA encouraged to do my best and take responsible
risks, no matter the outcome. I feel that I have grown
KCS 2020 VALEDICTORIAN so much thanks to the support and the countless
opportunities that have been made available to
I have been lucky to be a part of us. From interesting guest speakers that have
this school from the very beginning given us pearls of wisdom, to the many clubs
as a three-year-old nursery school and teams that we were able to join. I will never
student. I remember being waist high forget the camaraderie, the fun, and the sense of
and seeing all of the sophisticated accomplishment with the KCS musicals.
and huge grade 8 students. It’s hard
to believe that we are already here. Sports teams like swimming, basketball, football
Looking back at my experience, if I and soccer, have instilled memories in me that
were to think of one word to sum it are driving me to continue them in the future. I
all up, it would be happiness. remember the struggle of running the 800 meter
run in track and field during the cold and drizzling
Throughout my 11 years here, I have always felt spring mornings with my friends. In football, going
very supported, both in the classroom, and in from knowing nothing to feeling the elation of
extracurriculars. The dedication of all the staff scoring a touchdown.
has motivated me to move beyond my comfort
zones, and become a better person. I have been I feel so grateful, as I’m sure all of you do, to have
been part of this amazing school. The welcoming
environment at KCS has provided me with a love for
learning that has helped me become the individual
I am today. For my fellow graduates, thank you for
making my experience at KCS so memorable. I
wish all of you optimism and courage in your lives,
and although we can’t be together right now, both
Matthew and I hope to see you again in the future.

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MATTHEW Thanks to frontline healthcare workers for their
hard work and dedication. Thank you to everyone
KCS 2020 VALEDICTORIAN for following guidelines to practice physical
distancing in order to protect others. The KCS At-
I have been in the KCS facilities since Home Learning Program has helped students stay
nursery school. This adds up to 11 engaged with classes and assignments. Thank you
years. Yet, those 11 years have helped to the teachers and tech staff who helped run a
build who I am today. I remember stable platform for online learning. This has led to
coming to school and seeing the assemblies, virtual clubs and extra help sessions.
buses for the ‘big kids’ going to We have managed to recreate the KCS environment
Norval. I had always thought about at home. To my fellow graduates, don’t let these
how that was still years away. Time times take away from our accomplishments.
has flown by and I’ve been on that Although we could be nicknamed the class of
bus 3 times. Covid-19, we definitely still made it stronger
than ever.
All the students that came to KCS in grade 2, 3,
4, 5, and 7 made my experience so much more A quote from an unknown source says, “What feels
enjoyable. I will have a long friendship with my like the end is often the beginning.” Now that our
peers. In high school we all will make new friends, journey at KCS has come to an end, this is also the
but I hope everybody remembers their friends beginning of high school, which is the next step
here and will keep in touch. I know I certainly will. in our lives. I know that everybody is capable of
Homeform and subject teachers since grade 1 accomplishing their goals in life. We could do big
have treated me with kindness. These teachers things. So as we move on, bear in mind the Three
guided this class along to this moment. Graduation. School Rules and stay who you are because this
Whether it’s been puns in math or plays in French group is special.
we were always engaged and amused. Countless
clubs from grades 1–8 gave me an activity in the
morning, at lunch, and after school. Numerous
sports teams have let me have fun, gain skills, and
express my passion for sports. I am proud to say I
graduated from such an amazing school.

The one thing that makes this school year really
stand out is the Covid-19 pandemic. It has changed
our everyday lives and the world.

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FINANCIALS

The school FROM KCS TREASURER
is reporting
a profitable What started out as another solid financial year for KCS with strong
outcome for enrollment, improved cash reserves and ambitious plans for the future
the year, at seemed at risk with the onset of the pandemic. KCS Finance Committee
a level both with the full support of the Board of Governors carefully considered
prudent and various financial measures in order to balance school finances with the
reasonable.” individual challenges KCS families were facing.

These measures included allowing families the opportunity to withdraw
without penalty, ability to defer tuition fee payments until the start of
school, and cessation of interest charges on overdue accounts. As
the year drew to a close, a refund in recognition of cancelled student
activities was offered to students from JK to grade 8. We gratefully
acknowledge the 78 students whose parents chose to donate their
refund to KCS in support of measures to re-open the school.

Despite the financial stresses of these COVID-relief measures, the
school is reporting a profitable outcome for the year, at a level both
prudent and reasonable in the circumstances. Requests for tuition
refunds were responded to with the explanation that most of the
school’s expenses for the year were locked in. As the financial
highlights indicate, most expense captions, salaries and benefits in
particular, did not lessen as we successfully switched to a remote
learning and work model.

We also should not lose sight of KCS’s other accomplishments including
the successful completion of renovation of Humbertown Park and the
acquisition of a site for our senior campus expansion.

Despite the most unusual of circumstances, school finances have been
safely navigated through another year. This could not have been done
without the unwavering support of KCS families which will allow us to
face future challenges with confidence.

ALLEN CHURCH
Treasurer

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ACADEMIC REVENUES

Tuition Fees
$10,296,960
Ancillary School Programs
$203,896
Investment Income
$140,009
Miscellaneous
$71,421

ACADEMIC EXPENSES

Salaries and Benefits
$ 7, 6 2 6 ,7 6 5
Occupancy
$894,389
Amortization of Capital Assets
$569,434
Educational Enhancements
$491,860
Administration
$380,436
Marketing
$169,531
Ancillary School Programs
$119,020

Accompanying charts provide financial highlights of school operations including a breakdown of KCS’s
academic revenue and expenses. More detailed information on the financial operations of the school is
provided in our audited financial statements which are available on our website, www.kcs.on.ca

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PARENT NETWORK

UPDATE KEY HIGHLIGHTS

The Parent Network has a mandate SEPTEMBER – MARCH
to support and advance the KCS
culture while building community; Highlights of some of the events and initiatives
both internally—among students, include the following:
teachers, staff and KCS families;
and externally—among prospective • Uniform fittings and uniform sale
families and community at large. • Welcome bags for new families
• Host Families
In short, we wish to help make the school an even • Welcome Back BBQ
better place for our children and to help spread the • Grades 6–8 dances
word about what a wonderful place it is. Through • Halloween parade
close coordination with the school administration, • The Reason for the Season
the PN organizes various events and activities • Holiday decor
for the students, provides volunteers to assist the • Parent Network holiday appreciation luncheon
school with many additional programs, and is part • Holiday and Year End staff appreciation
of the Open House dates which help attract new • Ella Minnow library book fair
families to the KCS community. • Costumes for the cast of the school musical
• Pizza Lunches (4)
The Parent Network is a vibrant and diverse group • KCS Talk that Matters (#TTM) Speaker Series
of parents willing to assist in a multitude of ways, • ELP Coffee mornings
whether for an hour or two for one event or in • Encouraging Dialogue
a more active role throughout the year. For the • Addition of the Environmental Portfolio to the PN
2019/2020 school year were comprised of nine
Executive members, 42 Portfolio Managers, 44 Class Executive and the smashing success of the Used
Parents, and more than 300 different parents who Uniform Program (UUP)
volunteered in some way! There were more than 40 • Finalization of the 2019–2020 PN Portfolio
different events and programs adding up to more Managers and onboarding incoming members to
than 3500 volunteer hours! ensure a smooth transition

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Unfortunately, there were a number of activities and
events that would have happened during the spring
semester that were cancelled or cut short this year
due to the COVID-19 necessitated shut down.

These include:

• BINGO night for the PK – grade 5
• Spring Social at the Drake Commissary
• Earth Week activities
• Pizza Lunches (2)
• Parent Network end of year appreciation

luncheon
• PK–3 New Family Welcome event
• Volunteer Appreciation Week*
• Grandparents and Special Friends Day*
• Camp OOCH walk / Sports Day*
• Lip Sync show for SK to grade 3*
• Acting Out talent show for grades 4 through 8*

*These events were moved onto KCS social media
or run virtually over the last few months.

The Parent Network worked closely with the
administration since March to determine what
programs could be adapted to the online
environment and what events would best be
cancelled for balance of the year. The PN also
scaled back initiatives for the spring semester, as
many families communicated that their priorities
were in adjusting to this new situation and focusing
on their families.

The Parent Network remains open to any parent
at KCS that wishes to contribute by commitment of
time, positive feedback, or ideas, and we are truly
fortunate to have such a dedicated community that
cares about adding to the enhancement of student
life and culture at Kingsway College School.

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BOARD OF GOVERNORS

2019–2020

Alan Bowman (Outgoing Chair)
Jenn Butters
Jamie Cameron
Allen Church (Treasurer)
Greg Dunn
Bronwen Evans (Incoming Chair)
Tiffany Jay
Diane Kazarian
Derek Logan (Head of School)
John McGraw
Sarah Renaud
Susan Richardson
Mark Rogers
Geraldine Rossiter
Krista Vriend
Michael Washinushi

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COMMITTEES STRATEGIC PLANNING

GOVERNANCE Yazan Alsukhon
Andrea Fanjoy
Erum Hasen Brian Kelsall
Samaneh Hosseini Derek Logan
Anne-Marie Jarman Hallie McClelland
Tiffany Jay John McGraw, Chair
Derek Logan Matina Mosun
Susan Richardson, Chair & Board Secretary Sarah Renaud
Jill Whelan Susan Richardson
Geraldine Rossiter
FINANCE
SENIOR CAMPUS
Julie Bui
Allen Church, Chair Alan Bowman
Scott Connell David Ceolin
Robert Edmonds Greg Dunn, Chair
Andrea Fanjoy Anne-Marie Jarman
Ian Heynen Derek Logan
Anne-Marie Jarman Hallie McClelland
Diane Kazarian Nico Poulos
Derek Logan Beth Shiferaw
Hallie McClelland Michael Washinushi
Mark Rogers
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ADVANCEMENT

Jennifer Butters
Jamie Cameron
Caroline Gesualdi
John Hourihan
Anne-Marie Jarman
Derek Logan
Peggy McBean
Hallie McClelland
Sarah Renaud
Krista Vriend, Chair