On June 17, 2023, we celebrated our 144th Closing at Lakefield College School including our Friday All School Chapel and Celebration of Light the evening before.
Anne-Marie Kee P'17 '19, Head of School and Foundation, addresses the Class of 2023 outside The Grove. "Your future steps begin now. On behalf of our staff, we are proud of you. We are grateful that you were part of our journey here at The Grove. We will miss you."
Jeremy Hansen holds a bachelor of science in space science (first class honours) from the Royal Military College of Canada in Kingston, Ontario (1999). He earned a master of science in physics from the same institution in 2000, with a research focus on Wide Field of View Satellite Tracking.
Canadian Space Agency (CSA) astronaut Jeremy Hansen will fly to the Moon on the Artemis II mission, the first crewed flight test of the Orion spacecraft launching on the SLS rocket. He will become the first Canadian to venture to the Moon.
Our 2022/23 Co-Head Students, Abby Reeds '23 and Griffin Mbonda '23 shared words of reflection and inspiration for the Class of 2023 "Thanks to your resilience, your flexibility, and your unwavering enthusiasm, we’ve proved this year that the unexpected is nothing Lakefield can’t handle.”
Jane Orr '24 and Luke Newbigging '24, our incoming 2023/24 Co-Head Students, addressed the Class of 2024 as well as the Class of 2023. "This year has been one of tremendous growth. After a year of uncertainty around our school’s recovering community, post-covid, the tenacity of you, the graduating class and the precedent you set this year helped us return The Grove to what makes it so truly special, a group of 425 students, unified."
It was so wonderful to celebrate all that our students have accomplished in the 2022/23 school year. We hope they feel as proud of themselves as we do.
As you go forth, I want you to think about what you learned here. I want you to be immensely proud of yourself—we are all immensely proud of you. I want you to celebrate this victory. This is a great win, you've done something incredible. And I want you to do these 3 things: I want you to build a happy future; I want you to demonstrate gratitude; and I want you to contribute your gifts [to the world].
— Keynote Speaker, Colonel Jeremy Hansen P ’23 ’24 '24
Despite the rain and cool temperatures, the spirits of our graduating class remained undeterred as they eagerly embraced the long-standing tradition of the Grad Jump. This unique celebration symbolized not only the end of the school year but also the culmination of their high school exams and the exciting journey that lies ahead.
The Class of 2023 is to be congratulated on receiving over 440 offers of admission from across Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Europe! While final scholarship details are still forthcoming, as of this writing, our graduating class has been offered scholarships and other awards totalling over $2.3 million—a testament to their strength and academic potential.
Thank you to all LCS students and families, faculty, and staff for another incredible year at The Grove! This year, we hosted the OFSAA Cross Country Championships (for the second time!); opened our newest student residences, Ross House and Parent House; enjoyed the sellout performance of Something Rotten!; and more!
You are ready, and you have what it takes to lead your own purposeful lives. In your next steps in life, my hope is that you will continue to be leaders, to take action, and to contribute.
— Anne-Marie Kee P'17 '19, Head of School and Foundation
The Grade 9 English Prize—Stella Johnston '26 The Dela Fosse Prize for Grade 10 English—Evelyn Chen '25 The Grade 11 English Prize—Charlie Marshall '24 The Grade 11 AP English Language and Composition Prize—Katelyn Hansen '24 The Rosalind Barker Senior English Prize—Krista Weinbrecht '23 The I. Norman Smith Prize for Advanced Placement Studies in English Literature—Teya Webster '23 The English Writers' Craft Prize—Mia Dewdney '23
The Grade 9 Core French Prize—Lora Ross '26 The Grade 9 Beginner French Prize—Fiona Zhou '26 The Grade 9 Extended French Prize—Veda Cunniffe '26 The Grade 10 Open French Prize—Regina Rosado Rodriguez '25 The Grade 10 Core French Prize—Hansen Chen '25 The Grade 10 Extended French Prize—Graeme Armstrong '25 The Grade 11 Core French Prize—Harper Christie-Allard '24 The Grade 11 Extended French Prize—Laurie Begin-Duchenes '25 The Grade 10 Spanish Prize—Bokyung Jang '25 The Grade 11 Spanish Prize—Micaiah Ejim '25 The Grade 12 Core French Prize—Julius Degen '23 and Noah Soubliere '23 The Advanced Placement Extended French Prize—Sadie Rubin '23 The His Majesty the King of Spain Spanish Prize—Franka Keil '23
The Grade 9 Top Integrated Artist—Jenna Quinn '26 The Grade 9 Top Vocalist—Valerie Lo '26 The Grade 9 Top Instrumentalist—Veda Cunniffe '26 The Grade 9 Top Visual Artist—Ansheng Zhou '26 The Grade 9 Top Actor—Blake Dobson '26 The Grade 9 Top Dancer—Catherine Whan Tong '26 The Junior Art Prize—Aiden McKlmon '25 The Intermediate Art Prize—Anna McRonald '24 The Junior Drama Prize—Bella Barr '25 The Intermediate Drama Prize—Alex Bemrose '24 The Junior Dance Prize—Maia Brocklehurst '25 The Intermediate Dance Prize—Norah Appleby '24 The Hubert Eisdell Prize for Junior Music—Aniece Wong '25 The Intermediate Music Prize—Paula Hellweg '24 The David Bierk Visual Arts Prize—Esmé Chapman Korchinsky '23 The AP Art & Design Prize—Amelie Fenton '23 The Senior Music Prize—Emily Liang '23 The Senior Drama Prize—Esmé Campbell '23 The Senior Dance Prize—Isabelle Kim '23 The Gr. 10 Integrated Page to Stage Prize—Yasmina Bevan Turra '25
The Grade 9/10 Careers Prize—Jana Karan '25 The Grade 9/10 Civics Prize—Yasmina Bevan Turra '25 The Grade 10 THB Symons Prize for Canadian History—Alex Smith '25 The Grade 10 Integrated War Experience Prize—Graeme Armstrong '25 The Grade 11 American History Prize—Ellesse Chen '24 The Grade 11 Introduction to Anthropology, Psychology & Sociology Prize—Alden Desy '24 The Grade 11 Gender Studies Prize—Ivy Morgan '24 The World History Prize—Maddie Brock '23 The AP Politics Prize—Tierney Cater '23 The AP Prep Economics Prize—Ellesse Chen '24 The AP Economics Prize—Vincent He '23 The Economics Prize—Charlie Ward '23 The Canadian and International Law Prize—Fiona Pazari '24 The Canadian and World Issues Prize—Esme Campbell '23 The Equity and Social Justice Prize—Krista Weinbrecht '23 The International Business Fundamentals Prize—Natalie Douglas '24 The AP Seminar Prize—Morgan Harris-Stoertz '24
The Grade 9 Mathematics Prize—Hayden Chan '26 The Grade 9 Advanced Math Prize—Nina Zhou '26 The Grade 10 Foundations of Mathematics Prize—Liz Chan '25 The Paterson Prize for Grade 10 Principles of Mathematics—Graeme Armstrong '25 The Grade 10 Introduction to Computer Studies Prize—Oliver Holmes '25 The Grade 11 Functions Prize—Selina Li '23 The Grade 11 Functions and Applications Prize—Maureen Hodnett '24 The Grade 11 AP Prep Functions Prize—Evelyn Chen '25 The Grade 11 Computer and Information Science Prize—Evelyn Chen '25 The Mathematics of Data Management Prize—Emily Liang '23 The Advanced Functions Prize—Alper Gol '23 The AP Statistics Prize—Tierney Cater '23 The Professor M. Mackenzie Calculus Prize—Alper Gol '23 The Larry Griffiths Prize for Advanced Placement Calculus—Tierney Cater'23 The AP Computer Science Prize—Joyce Tao '23 The Financial Accounting Fundamentals Prize—Aidan Kang' 24
The Grade 9 Science Prize—Neil Shah The Grade 10 Science Prize—Alex Smith The Grade 11 Biology Prize—Natalie Yeung The Grade 11 AP Prep Biology Prize—Graeme Armstrong The Grade 11 Chemistry Prize—Nicole Huang The Grade 11 AP Prep Chemistry Prize—Daisy Zhong The Grade 11 Environmental Science Prize—Alden Desy The Grade 11 Physics Prize—Nick Taitinger The Grade 11 Pre-AP Physics Prize—Aidan Kang The Grade 12 Biology Prize—Nick Taitinger The Mrs. A.W. Mackenzie Prize for AP Biology—Bradley Kang The AP Physics Prize—Jacobo de Juan Millon The Grade 12 Chemistry Prize—Efe Yencilek The AP Chemistry Prize—Jacobo de Juan Millon The Ken Sunderland Prize for Grade 12 Physics—Pen Murray
The Grade 9 Geography Prize—Sohun Joshi The Junior Outdoor Education Prize—Mason Taylor The Grade 9 Learning in the Outdoors: Learning Strategies Prize—Olivia Desy The Fullerton Prize for Integrated Outdoor Education—Alex Smith The Outdoor Education Prize—Emily Hogg The Susan Guest Outdoor Education Prize—Ainsley Dreossi The Personal Fitness Prize—Noah Bradburn
This prize is awarded to a Senior who has demonstrated a commitment to the community at Lakefield. This commitment has helped to make Lakefield a better place. This could be seen through the initiation of involvement in a significant project, or it could be seen more generally through the way they consistently approach others each day. This person is connected to the idea(s) of empathy, connection, and dignity.
Presented to the student in Grade 9, who by persistent, conscientious daily application, has given maximum effort to academic work. As a result of their effort, this student has seen tremendous growth over the course of the year. This student is widely involved, seeking to take advantage of the opportunities available at LCS.
This award is presented to the student in Grade 9 who persistently displays courage and puts forth maximum effort in all pursuits: academic, athletic, artistic, and community. This student is a leader in the classroom and beyond as a result of their effort to be unceasingly honest, and courteous, and to uphold the traditions of the School.
This prize is awarded annually to a Grad who has been a four-year student at Lakefield. This prize recognizes the one student who is deemed to have exhibited the most transformative change during their time at LCS. This change may be seen across multiple measures: academic success, co-curricular involvement, community contributions, and embracing school values.
As part of this prize, the student will choose a species of tree to be planted at LCS in their name.
This prize is presented to the student in Grade 11 who most excels in school work, games, deportment, strength of character, and leadership. This student is leading in the class and has used these opportunities to help make Lakefield better. These strengths are seen as a result of how this student has committed to involvement in the life of LCS.
Endowed by the Church of the Holy Trinity, Philadelphia, and British Societies of Philadelphia, in celebration of Her Majesty the Queen’s Silver Jubilee. The citation is based on The Royal Family’s observations of characteristics most admired by the Queen. It reads: “Shall be awarded to the Senior student who best combines the qualities of being sensitive to the feelings of others, protective of those who are weaker, courteous to peers and staff, and sufficiently courageous to accept the promptings of his or her conscience.”
Given in honour of Mr. Anderson’s retirement as a teacher, to commemorate the 21st Olympiad at Montreal. This award is given to the Senior student (Gr. 11 or 12) who most consistently shares any skills with a younger student so as to positively aid in the development of that younger individual.
Given to a Senior student chosen by the Head of School who: has shown concern for the feelings of others; has strived to help students; and has been of service to the School and Community. In short, a student who has been a good example of the golden rule – to treat others as you would like others to treat you. This can be seen in their commitment to action in our community, and/or through their effort to impact our community beyond Lakefield (local, national, and global.) This prize is not simply the accumulation of hours, but a commitment to helping to build community through daily life.
This prize was endowed by the Board of Governors when Mr. Smith retired in 1964. To be awarded to a student who has made a broad contribution to the life of the School. This contribution is unique amongst peers and may be seen in a unique project, the elevation of an existing group or club, or through unique leadership offered that broadens opportunities for many other students. This contribution may be seen to impact arts, athletics, academics, House, or the community as a whole. This award is available to a student in any grade.
Presented to the student completing Grade 10 who has shown all-round excellence and promise. This student is a strong academic who contributes to all areas of the school: athletics, arts, service, and community. This student is a leader in the classroom and beyond as a result of their effort to be unceasingly honest, and courteous, and to uphold the traditions of the School.
This prize is presented to an outstanding all-round student in their graduating year. This student has a high academic standing, has made significant contributions to a co-curricular endeavour, is a consistently good citizen, is a leader, and is influentially involved in a well-rounded Lakefield life.
Presented to a student in Grade 10 who has shown consistently and increasingly a contribution to School life. Through their participation in House, Community, and spirit events, this student has helped to create a positive environment. This is a student who has emerged over the course of the year. This student’s contribution has grown and is indicative of a new enthusiasm, confidence and/or commitment to the value inherent in being an active part of school life.
Presented to a new Grade 9 or 10 student who has joined into the life of the School with the greatest enthusiasm. This student is involved in community events, volunteers time to make the school a better place, and has helped to contribute to the life of the School through participation in House, Community, and spirit events.
This prize goes to a graduating student in our Learning Support program, who has maintained a strong academic standing while finishing their final year with hard work and perseverance. This student has made a strong contribution to the overall life of the school community, while also demonstrating kindness, compassion, and support for their fellow students. This important prize has been made possible through the generosity of the parents of LCS graduate, Brent Dadds '20.
There was once a Grove student whose quality was his love of life. He lived with a refreshing enthusiasm for whatever action life brought his way. He joined this action with a smile, not caring whether he would win or lose. He inspired others with his generous spirit. He gave his life that others might live as he had enjoyed so much living.
Presented to a student who, in the eyes of the Staff, has shown persistent effort and a determination to succeed. This student should have overcome an obstacle. This award is available to a student in any grade.
Awarded annually by the Faculty and Head of School to a Senior student who has done the most, while at the School, to encourage love of scholarship, through either personal attitude and achievement or through assistance to others. This student should be of strong academic standing and have made an effort to help others in their pursuit of academic success. This student might actively tutor others, organise tutoring for others, or be of significant academic influence in the House and in classes.
The purpose of the Peter Dalglish Art Award is to inspire, encourage and recognize artistic talent at Lakefield College School by promoting promising young artists and their future contributions to art in Canada and beyond.
Presented to a Senior who has shown, consistently and increasingly, their growth as a whole student. This student has made a consistent effort to make growth in the classroom, and has remained steadfast in their participation in House, Community, and spirit events. This student has helped to create a positive environment, and despite the challenges of being a Grad, has grown over the course of the year. This student’s contribution has grown and is indicative of a developing enthusiasm, confidence and/or commitment to the value inherent in being an active part of school life.
This prize is awarded to a new Gr. 11 or 12 student who has most fully embraced life at Lakefield. This student has found academic growth, has committed to active involvement in co curricular activities, and is also involved in school life. Through their presence at spirit events, the contribution to service activities, or some other new initiative, they have done their best to make Lakefield better than they found it.
Presented to the Grade 11 student who, in the opinion of the teaching staff, takes on responsibilities which may cut across personal interests, works hard, and has developed their abilities to the utmost. This student has demonstrated the most growth as a result of their commitment to life at Lakefield. This growth is general – academic, social, athletic, artistic.
This prize is awarded to the student who has made the greatest contribution to efforts of sustainability. Through formal contributions to committees, clubs, or groups, and/or through efforts to model behaviour that supports a sustainable way of living, this student has helped to influence the thinking or actions of others.
This student’s greatest talent is friendship, leaving everyone feeling better for knowing them. This student shows respect for others, and in turn earns the respect and trust of students and staff as a result of their showing of moral strength, character, and consistently generous behaviour.
Kaneza Wandege '23
Go out into the world. Come back early, and often. We will greet you with open arms and welcome you back to your home at The Grove.
— Anne-Marie Kee P '17 '19, Head of School and Foundation
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Lakefield College School is a private, coeducational boarding and day school for students in grades 9 through 12, located in Lakefield, Ontario, Canada.
We respectfully acknowledge that Lakefield College School is located on the Treaty 20 Michi Saagiig territory and in the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Nations, collectively known as the Williams Treaties First Nations, which include: Curve Lake, Hiawatha, Alderville, Scugog Island, Rama, Beausoleil, and Georgina Island First Nations. Lakefield College School respectfully acknowledges that the Williams Treaties First Nations are the stewards and caretakers of these lands and waters in perpetuity and that they continue to maintain this responsibility to ensure their health and integrity for generations to come.