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On June 12, 2024, Lakefield College School celebrated our annual Gladiator Day, a cherished tradition that embodies the spirit of teamwork and friendly competition. Students, faculty, and staff came together to participate in a series of exciting challenges and activities, from obstacle courses to relay races, jousting, and more, the day was packed with energy and enthusiasm.

Our Grads are going places! Amidst final assignments and prepping for exams, our Grads took a moment to celebrate their future plans! It’s a cherished tradition here at The Grove for our Grade 12 students to gather, create posters, and snap photos highlighting their destinations for the fall.

This year's Regatta Day was a vibrant celebration of our tight-knit community and the spirit of 'Camp Lakefield'. With clear skies and sunny weather, students, alumni, and families gathered on Lake Katchewanooka for an unforgettable after noon of sailing, canoe races, a waterslide and more!

On April 25, our Grade 10 and 11 Outdoor Education (OE) students travelled to Camp Medeba in Haliburton for the annual "Adrenaline Day!" experience. Our classes participated in a series of challenges that were not only thrilling, but also required strategic thinking, problem-solving, and a healthy dose of courage.

The Northcote Team is thrilled to announce the beginning stages of implementing a future apple orchard as part of our keysto student experiences. The hands-on experience and close involvement with the orchard will provide students with a unique learning opportunity. On Thursday, April 18th, Service Learning students collaborated with Bruce McMahon to plant our first trees. This marks a continuation of an inspiring journey of growth and education at Northcote. We are excited to witness how our orchard will flourish and grow.

The Entrepreneurship Club is pleased to launch its latest venture—Goodie Bag. With the school’s support, students have started selling Asian snack foods to their peers with the goal of bringing sweets from Asian cultures to LCS to help students feel at home. Proceeds from snack sales are donated to the New Canadians Centre of Peterborough and the business itself provides the Entrepreneurship Club with hands-on experience in marketing, business operations, customer service, and more.

We are so grateful to CAE President and CEO, Marc Parent, CM P '15 '18 '20, for visiting our students this week on Career Day and delivering a keynote address about building a career you're passionate about and embracing the non-linear path you may take to arrive at your final destination. Our students learned so much from Marc and had endless questions about navigating the twists and turns, ups and downs of the professional world. His insights left them inspired and motivated to pursue their interests with determination.

Congratulations to the 75 cast, crew, directors, designers, and musicians involved in this year’s winter musical, Bullets Over Broadway, performed in The Bryan Jones Theatre. With four packed performances for over 1,000 audience members, including peers, faculty, staff, families and friends of LCS, the production was nothing short of phenomenal.

This season marked another major highlight of winter athletics at LCS as we had the privilege of co-hosting the 2024 OFSAA Nordic Skiing Championships. Over 600 student-athletes from across Ontario came together to compete on February 22 and 23, 2024.

Despite the unpredictable weather, Mr. Andras’ Grade 11 Leadership in Outdoor Recreation classes embarked on an unforgettable winter camping adventure, showcasing resilience, camaraderie, and a deep connection with the great outdoors.

This year’s Winter Carnival at Northcote Campus saw staff and students take full advantage of our beautiful winter. From tobogganing to snow sculpture competitions, carriage rides, snowshoeing, and campfires, the day was filled with opportunities to socialize outdoors, engage in friendly competition, and create new memories together.

On Thursday, February 1, the spirit of adventure and camaraderie once again swept through Lakefield College School as the entire community gathered at Sir Sam’s to celebrate the cherished tradition of Ted Pope Day!

On Tuesday, February 6, Lakefield College School's annual tradition, Katchewanooka Rod (K-Rod), lit up Matthews Field with excitement. This unique take on the Iditarod saw teams of six students from each paper house compete in sprint races, with one musher leading the charge.

The Dance Showcase '20' paid homage to two decades of dance excellence at LCS. With over 75 talented dancers, the stage came to life with mesmerizing choreography spanning several dance genres.

Diving into December with icy determination! Our students and staff braved the chilly waters of Lake Katchewanooka with a Movember polar dip following a month of activities designed to demonstrate their commitment and raise awareness for mental health and physical wellbeing.

On Friday, October 13, LCS students and staff celebrated Friday Night Lights with an evening of fun sporting competition, cheering, and celebration. From soccer to volleyball, basketball, and field hockey, our students used the skills they've honed throughout the fall athletics season to demonstrate skill, perseverance, and grit.

The day began with a sunrise paddle at 7:00 a.m. Although the weather was cool and crisp, the water was beautiful and this activity provided a tranquil and reflective start to the day for those who participated.

On September 30, 2023, Lakefield College School hosted its first Fall Fair since YEAR at Northcote Campus was an absolute blast! Over 700 community members—students, parents, alumni, alumni parents, trustees, faculty, staff, and friends)—joined us for a sunny afternoon of fall festivities at our Northcote Campus.

As our Grads welcomed returning students, our newcomers dove into a world of a well-being and self-discovery at our Flourish Fiesta, LCS's annual celebration of mindfulness and positive psychology.

Our campus came to life and The Grove returned to its vibrant state as our students arrived. Grade 12 students participated in our Grad Leadership Conference, an important annual tradition that creates the leadership foundation for the year. Our new students joined us in house games and orientation activities designed to help them get to know LCS and feel at home within our community.

What do you value? We asked over 60 LCS students this question over the course of the school year. Listen to their insightful, funny, and thoughtful responses here.

Look back on the amazing year that we have had here at LCS. There is so much to celebrate from academics, athletics, arts, and everything in between. We hosted the OFSAA Cross Country Championships, opened our newest student residences, enjoyed the sellout performance of Something Rotten!, and more!

An annual tradition, the Class of 2023 leaped into Lake Katchewanooka in full classroom dress after completing the last exam of their Lakefield College School career this year. 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.

On Wednesday, June 7, Lakefield College School students took part in the 15th annual Gladiator Day! Festivities began right after classes as students gathered in the McEwen Gym, full of energy, and ready to kick off the day with chariot races. Echoes of Paper House cheers rang throughout the gym as students rallied support for their peers and let their competitive streak shine.

This year's Regatta Day was a vibrant celebration of our tight-knit community and the spirit of ‘Camp Lakefield’. With clear skies and sunny weather, students, alumni, and families gathered on Lake Katchewanooka for an unforgettable afternoon of fun. We extend our thanks to all the guests who joined us, contributing their own memories and creating new ones during Regatta Day.

Lakefield College School's Grade 9 students embarked on a 3-day canoe trip through Kawartha Highlands Provincial Park where they put their outdoor skills, teamwork, and determination to the test. The trip served as a culmination of their learning and a chance to challenge themselves to paddle, portage, set up camp, cook, and clean up, in a new environment.

Embarking on an unforgettable adventure, our Grade 10 Outdoor Education students set out on a captivating wilderness tour led by Mr. Andras and Mr. Bemrose. This immersive experience took them deep into the heart of nature, where they explored our beautiful landscapes, challenged themselves physically and mentally, and further cultivated their love for the outdoors.

Waking up early was worth it for this beautiful Earth Day sunrise paddle! The peaceful waters of Lake Katchewanooka provided the perfect backdrop for students and staff to connect with nature and appreciate the beauty of the world around them. We loved seeing so many students and staff coming together to take part in this annual tradition, focussed on connecting in nature.

Through our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion club, LCS students take pride in demonstrating action-based activism as they work to address issues pertaining to DEI in the community and beyond. 

Our maple syrup program offers students a hands-on learning experience that combines environmental science, history, and chemistry. Every spring our students begin tapping maple trees to start the process of collecting sap. It takes about 40 pails of sap to make just one pail of syrup, which is a testament to the dedication and hard work of our students.

The crisp winter air was electric with excitement as the annual Katchewanooka Rod (K-Rod) finally took place on Wednesday, March 8. K-Rod isn't just a competition, it's a testament to the indomitable spirit of LCS. The event helped to get everyone outdoors and enjoy the winter season together, while also fostering camaraderie.

Multiple sold-out shows and over 1000 audience members—our Musical Theatre students truly outdid themselves with Something Rotten! Congratulations to everyone involved on a fantastic production.

LCS had the privilege of co-hosting the 2023 OFSAA Nordic Skiing Championships. Over 700 student-athletes from across Ontario came together to compete of February 23 and 24 for an exhilarating day on the trails. Thank you for everyone involved in making these days a success!

The Grade 11 OE classes traveled to Camp Medeba to focus on leadership skills, communication, and team building. Thrilling and fun activities help students take personal risks and push their limits to achieve what they feel may be impossible.

On February 10, 2023, LCS students, staff, and faculty came together to enjoy our annual Winter Carnival, which featured many classic Canadian wintertime festivities and activities. Tobogganing, snow sculpture competitions, carriage rides, snowshoeing, and campfires were just some of the many activities on offer, and there was something for everyone to enjoy.

This annual event began in 1970 and is a wonderful opportunity for us to get outside, enjoy nature through sport, and connect with each other as a community. Our students enjoyed an extension of their Winter Spirit Week as events like K-Rod and Winter Carnival were sprinkled throughout the month of February, extending the fun.

Our Grade 11 students recently ventured into the great outdoors for a camping trip to Northcote. Despite facing sub-zero temperatures and snow, they rose to the challenge and embarked on a thrilling adventure that they'll likely never forget.

On December 20, all of our students gathered in the McEwen Gym for a holiday-themed Chapel program. Our students took part, with fervour and zeal, in a sing-a-long inspired by the 12 Days of Christmas. The 12 Days of Holidays, written by our School Life Class, acknowledges each of our 12 houses. We hope you enjoy!

In honour of the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women (Dec 6), members of the LCS community came together to share their hopes for women now and in the future.

Over 75 students in the Dance Company (curricular classes and co-curriculars) have been working on this show since September. They spent hours learning new choreography, strengthening their performance skills, and building their confidence to deliver three sold-out shows to our community.

Take a quick look at this year's Dance Shcowase. Over 75 students in the Dance Company have been working on learning new choreography, strengthening their performance skills, and building their confidence to deliver three sold-out shows to our community.

LCS students and staff braved the cold waters of Lake Katchewanooka on Tuesday, November 30 to take part in the Movember polar dip. With the encouragement and support of their peers, faculty, and staff, our students took the plunge!

LCS students participated in a ropes course audit to test their knowledge and skill in belaying, knot tying, handling nervous climbers and more.

On October 14, 2022, LCS held its first ‘real’ Friday Night Lights event in three years! Friday Night Lights has long been one of our students’ most loved events; it offers a chance for our athletes to put their skills to the test and their peers and faculty to cheer them on, spreading Grove spirit throughout the school community.

On Saturday, September 17, our students finished off their September Intersession experiences by running and walking in honour of Terry Fox. Each year, schools across Canada run and walk to continue Terry Fox's Legacy of Hope.

Ross House and Parent House were Officially Opened on October 1, 2022. The Lakefield College School community was honoured to recognize the Parent Family and Ross Family with gratitude, on behalf of countless students who will be impacted by this remarkable.

Our fall intersession experiences provide our students with opportunities to be physically challenged, disconnect from the demands of technology and social media and reconnect with themselves and their peers in some of our most beautiful natural fall landscapes.

Our campus came to life and the Grove returned to its vibrant state as our students arrived!  The Grade 12 students participated in our Grad Leadership Conference, our new students joined in house games, orientation activities as well as our second Flourish Fiesta.

Look back on the amazing amazing year that we have had here at LCS. From academics, athletics, arts and everything in between, there is a lot to celebrate here.

Spirits and emotions were high throughout the afternoon as students said their 'goodbyes' in the hug line—some for the summer and some until the next time they meet

One of the most unique traditions of The Grove? Jumping into Lake Katchewanooka fully dressed to celebrate the end of the school year and commemorate the LAST high school exam our Grads will ever write.

Inflatable challenges, sponge wars, slip ‘n slide, dodge ball, and more! Our Paper Houses competed in a full day of fun activities culminating with Gladiator Jousting on Lake Katchewanooka.

May marked a milestone for Lakefield College School. After almost two years of being apart, we gathered to commemorate milestone reunions for classes ending in '0, '1, '2, '5, '6, and '7. As a result, over 700 community members joined us between May 27 and 29.

"Lakefield was never going to be a school or a classroom or even a team. Not to me anyway. Lakefield is home...." Hear the voices and watch images from LCS alumni throughout the ages.

Check out some terrific highlights from this year's musical, Anything Goes. Students danced, sang, and acted in scenes that ranged from comical to downright hilarious. From farcical Brooklyn accents to physical displays of comedy, there was so much to enjoy in this production.

The grade 11 and 12 dance classes tried something a little different at Peterborough Circus Academy. The students ran through an obstacle course that tested their balance, strength and agility and finished the day on silks.

The grade 10 outdoor education class travelled to Burleigh Falls to take on some white water. They practiced how to safely maneuver in the rough water both in and out of their canoes.

Our Grade 9 classes took a 3-day canoe trip through Kawartha Highlands Provincial Park to put their outdoor skills, teamwork, and determination to the test. The trip is both a test of our students’ skills and a celebration of what they have learned. Students paddled, portaged, set up camp, cooked, and cleaned over a span of three days. 

Students enjoyed participating in a range of activities including packaging seeds, taking care of the beehives with Mr. Hart, yoga, cooking, frisbee golf, nature photography, scavenger hut, installing birdhouses, salt scrub-making, OE games, biking, wood stacking, fun run, garbage clean up in Lakefield, a walk at Northcote, canoeing and campfire treats, nature tea and journaling, and planting maple trees.

Our students and staff travelled to Sir Sam’s in Haliburton for one of our favourite traditions for our community to get outside, enjoy nature through sport, and connect with each other as a community.

This year’s annual Katchewanooka Rod (K-Rod) saw our students competing in teams in slalom, long-distance and sprint races. The event ended with fireworks and a lot of dancing and singing.

Ms. Morencie’s Grade 12 Art class experimented with Intaglio printmaking — a  method of printing where artists etch their design into a piece of plexiglass before coating them with ink and pressing them in the printing press.

This year's Winter Carnival saw students enjoying paper house relays, maple taffy, obstacle courses, a luge run, and horse-drawn sleigh rides through the snow at our Northcote Campus.

Ms. Bemrose's Grade 11/12 Dance class welcomed Isaac Eshikaty, from our Information Systems Team into the studio for a special lesson on Gumboot Dancing.

Our Grade 9 Integrated course culminated with a series of presentations that explored how global issues impact the local community.

Our Grade 11 and 12 OE students ventured to our Northcote Campus for a two-day winter camping expedition. Armed with their gear and survival skills developed throughout the fourth Mod of the school year.

Our students and staff have been taking full advantage of the winter weather, building quinzees in OE class and resuming winter activities

The LCS Winter Concert 2021 featured over 60 talented LCS instrumentalists and vocalists and is sure to put you in the holiday spirit!

This program provides the opportunity to learn about food production and eco-farming through hands-on adventures on our school farm. Students plant, nurture, and harvest greens, root vegetables, and more, learning first-hand about the business of running a farm and the value of regenerative agriculture.

LCS students and staff braved the cold waters of Lake Katchewanooka on Tuesday, November 30 to take part in the Movember polar dip. With the encouragement and support of their peers (and Ms. Kee!), our students took the plunge!

Enjoy some highlights from “ReLaunch”—an incredible live performance showcase featuring stunning student choreography and a wide variety of dance genres.

After two years of virtual and hybrid performances, the LCS Dance Company was thrilled to (safely) welcome LCS parents back to campus for “ReLaunch”—an incredible live performance showcase. The show featured stunning student choreography and a wide variety of dance genres; it was truly a night to remember.

With the conclusion of the fall athletics season, we take a look back at some of the events from the past few months.

Congratulations to all athletes who competed in the 2021 OFSAA Cross Country Running Championship today. We are so grateful to have had the opportunity to host this event and welcome students from over 200 schools to our campus.

LCS students and staff celebrated Friday Night Lights with an evening of fun sporting competition, cheering, and celebration.

This week, our students had their second intersession day of the 2021/22 academic year! Each grade participated in different activities designed to focus on character strengths, stewardship, citizenship, and leadership.

We look back at the 2020/21 school year to reflect on some of the highlights of the year. Congratulations to all of our students and the graduating Class of 2021!  Until the next time when we meet again.

A special tribute to the Grad Class of 2021 from LCS Faculty and Staff. This day was years in the making.

This week marked an exciting new chapter at LCS as our new ½ acre vegetable garden yielded its first harvest! LCS Farmer, Kohl Kuntz planted vegetable seedlings at Northcote earlier this month and we’re thrilled that some of the produce is already ready to consume. Kohl harvested 15 pounds of bok choy, 10 pounds of romaine lettuce, and five pounds of kale.

This program provides the opportunity to learn about food production and eco-farming through hands-on adventures on our school farm. Students plant, nurture, and harvest greens, root vegetables, and more, learning first-hand about the business of running a farm, the value of sustainability, and the joy of preparing and consuming food that they have grown.

Our Grade 12 students hosted an all-school intersession day, which saw students take part in activities designed to pass along and share stories of connection, tradition, and culture at LCS. And, most important, build the leadership confidence of their younger peers. This event was dubbed The Culture Project by our Co-Head students.

Lakefield College School's Learning Languages through the Outdoors program offers students a unique opportunity to earn a credit in four weeks and improve their English or French language proficiency while enjoying the benefits of a Canadian summer outdoor experience.

At The Grove, maple syrup production has long been a part of the traditions our students and staff enjoy in the Springtime. The roots of maple syrup production extend as deep as the roots of the campus maple trees themselves. We spoke to Mr. Garret Hart to learn more about this long-standing tradition.

On March 10, 2021, the Musical Theatre students put on a hybrid live performance of music, singing, dancing, monologues and more while the visual art students created a gallery to show off their favourite pieces.

Three years ago, we asked ourselves: what does the best learning schedule look like for teenagers?To find out, we embarked on a journey to explore the best brain-based research and schedules being used by schools throughout North America. To this end, we are really excited about the launch of our enhanced schedule next year and there are 5 important reasons why.

On Wednesday, February 24, the entire school joined together in small groups to safely celebrate Winter Carnival Day! Students enjoyed paper house relay races, sweet treats from the Funnel Cake truck, snowball fights, tobogganing, snow soccer, great conversations, and sleigh rides through the snow at our Northcote Campus.

On Friday, February 26 LCS students and staff celebrated Friday Night Lights with an evening of fun sporting competition, cheering, and celebration.

Our Katchewanooka Rod (K-Rod) took place on Tuesday, February 23 and it's The Grove's fun nod to the Iditarod Dog Sled Racing. This fun night saw teams compete for paper house points.

In February 2020, LCS students enjoyed Winter Carnival activities, including sleigh rides, canoe toboggan races, frisbee, and more. Every season offers new opportunities to grow, connect, and learn together.

Every few months, we like to reflect on the LCS activities and events our students have engaged in that year.  We love to see what inspires and excites our students the most. These are our highlights from Fall 2020. 

In their physics unit, the Grade 10 Science class at LCS studied optics - how light reflects and refracts - by dissecting a cow eye. This hands on activity allowed students to integrate their lesson with a practical experience.

Ted Pope Day is named after an Old Boy who attended the Grove from 1939-1942. Ted Pope loved the thrill of adventure, and he found it skiing, mountain climbing and car racing. He was responsible for redefining the scope of downhill skiing, expanding into new areas with the addition of lifts, jumps, and inter-scholastic competition. Every year, LCS students celebrate Ted Pope Day by enjoying some of his favourite activities.

In December 2019, the LCS Music Department presented its annual Winter Concert. Performances by the Concert Band and Concert Choir were fantastic. 

Happy Holidays from LCS! Our virtual Christmas cards truly show the care and compassion students and staff have for one another to create the warm and welcoming LCS community. We hope this video brings you some holiday cheer!

On June 15 we celebrated the 140th Closing Ceremonies at Lakefield College School. From the traditional grad jumps into Lake Katchewanooka after their final exams, the Grad vs Staff slo-pitch game, to the awards under the tent, the all-school photo at the waterfront, to the Closing Chapel service that was filled with joy and tears, Closing Week was full of emotion.
 

The Entrepreneurship Club allows students of all grades to bring forth ideas to improve the school and/or initiate new causes at the school.

Lakefield College School students present their artist talents in the form of music, song, and visual arts.

Over the March Break, 10 students and two staff members travelled to Peru for a spirituality and service experience as part of our Global Learning program. We were eager to see what Peru had in store for us, and we were excited to experience a relaxing and restorative adventure.
Video by Ally Lovick '19.

The LCS community celebrated Earth Day by spending time outside, planting a pollinator garden, and taking care of the community garden.

The Lakefield College School Dance Company's annual Dance Showcase, entitled "This is Now" took place in the Bryan Jones Theatre on February 27, 28 and March 1, 2019. The show is an original, creatively choreographed event showcasing the talents of the student dance team.

Students and staff at LCS worked to create a snowboard park to enjoy in the winter months and add a fun challenge to one of our students' favourite outdoor activities.

On Intersession Day in March 2019, students took part in a spoken word poetry circle. Students practiced reading poems with conviction and emotion to convey the meaning of the work they selected.

We're so proud of students for all they have done this week to help reduce the stigma of mental illness, break down barriers and get the conversation going during #BellLetsTalk week at Lakefield College School. 

For intersession day in December 2018, female students had the opportunity to take part in an all-girls coding project. Students learned basic coding techniques and practiced their skills using exercises and games.

The LCS Rock Choir performed "Home" by Phillip Phillips. 

We are very proud to announce that Dasha Egudkina ’18 is this year’s Peter Dalglish Art Award recipient. The purpose of the award is to inspire, encourage and recognize artistic talent at Lakefield College School by acknowledging promising young artists and their future contributions to art in Canada and beyond.

The co-curricular arts program, including visual arts, debating, music, drama and dance, plays a central role in a Lakefield College School education. See what LCS has to offer.