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Parents’ Press An e-newsletter for Canterbury families
January 2018
It was a snowy welcome for our students who returned to campus
after a well-deserved holidaybreak. We begin the new year recharged
and ready for a successful second semester. We hope yourchildren
are excited and eager for the months ahead.
Happy new year and welcome back! As wonderful as the
Decemberbreak is, we look forward to the return of our students -
and theirboundless energy and enthusiasm - each January. This
hilltop is fartoo quiet without them.
From the Head of School...
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This abbreviated edition of the Parents’ Press is designed to
frame theweeks ahead as we all prepare for the second semester.
Even as webrave snow drifts and chilly temperatures, we look
forward to a monthof spirited student activities, college planning
for our fifth formers, andfierce athletic competition, with
fine/performing arts events sprinkledthroughout. The long, cold
month of January will not slow us down!
With a new year and a new semester comes a fresh start, an
opportunity/expectation of self-reflection and goal-setting. Last
January, I asked parents to join me in “seeking self-awareness
andresolve, and putting perfection on the shelf,” acknowledging
that we are all working on something. Isecond that sentiment this
year and add two thoughts for 2018.
First, the concept of choosing one word - as opposed to setting
one, if not several, new year’sresolutions - stems from a variety
of authors, books and websites. The fundamental idea is to
selectone word that will frame, focus, motivate and/or set the tone
for the year ahead. This can take placeon a personal, professional,
individual or group level. I admit that I had difficulty choosing
just one -so many potential areas for goals and growth! - but
ultimately landed on one-ish: patient persistence.As an educator,
parent, head of school, colleague, friend, etc., I want to center
my year on beingpersistent (determined, hopeful, passionate) while
acknowledging that persistence without patiencecan lead to a dead
end.
Second, having earned a graduate degree in Public Health in
2001, and taught a senior elective inEpidemiology for many years
prior to joining the Canterbury community, it’s time for me to dust
offthat degree a little more often and see the world through a
public health lens. My goal is to write atleast one blog each year
focused on a public health topic . . . keep your eyes peeled!
Whether we choose one word, revisit past new year’s resolutions,
set new goals, or simply remindourselves of the blessings - and
challenges - of our lives, this frigid start to January asks us to
maketime to do so. And I am more than happy to share patient
persistence with you as well. Happy newyear!
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Presentation
Hillary Buzaid '10 and DeVaughn Montgomery '03 will speak at
School Meeting on MLK Day,Monday January 15. They are both involved
in community work, service, and social justice.
They were dynamic and engaged student leaders at Canterbury and
have wonderful energy toshare.
Teachers are invited to bring their students to a Q & A with
Hillary and DaVaughn in the Brodie room
Campus News
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during A & G blocks. All theology classes will meet with
them during those class periods. Areading(s) will be shared as a
source for additional discussion in those class periods.
Canterbury takes "THE PLUNGE" for the 12th Year!
On Sunday January 28, Canterbury will head to Winding Trails
inFarmington, CT to participate in the Penguin Plunge for
SpecialOlympics CT. Twelve years ago, Ms. Mathewson took three
students
with her to jump into a frozen lake and raise money for SOCT.
Over the years, the plunge hasbecome an annual event for students
and faculty. Any and all students and faculty are welcome
toparticipate! Each year, Canterbury is able to contribute over
$2,500 directly to the organization.
Interested students should talk to Ms. Mathewson about
participating. If you're interested in donatingto the Canterbury
Chillers (our team), you can make a donation online at:
https://give.classy.org/canterburychillers
Upcoming Campus Activities
Sat 1/13 - Lip Sync Battle - 9:00 PM - Pigott - Students will
battle their way to First, Second andThird Place Prizes as they
pick the song of their choice to show off their Lip Sync
Skills.
Sat 1/20 - Winter Formal - 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM, Winter Wonderland
Theme
Sat 1/27 - Canterbury’s Got Talent - 8:30 PM - Maguire
Auditorium - Students will show off theirincredible talents; from
dancing, to singing, to magic tricks - Prizes for top three
performers!
Wed 1/31 - Form Wars - Pigott - Each Form will compete against
each other through funny gamesand competitions.
Share Your Canterbury Experience by January 31
If you know someone who may be interested in Canterbury, please
call 860-210-3832 or fill out ouronline form before the admission
application deadline of January 31. We will send the family
aninformation packet and acknowledge your referral. Please visit
our Admission travel calendar to seewhen Canterbury is attending a
school fair in your area. Your experiences are our
strongestreferences. Thank you for being our best ambassador and
sharing your enthusiasm and pride for ourschool!
Below you will find a list of our Admission receptions:
RSVP to Admission Office
Questions? Email Camille Gangi or call 860-210-3934
Upcoming Receptions
https://give.classy.org/canterburychillershttps://www.cbury.org/alumni/refer-a-studenthttp://www.cbury.org/admissions/calendar-of-events?cal_date=2017-09-01mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]:(860)%20210-3934
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Hosts: Trustee Dorothy Alpert ’78 andMorrey Halfon
Tuesday, February 20, 2018
6:30 – 8:30 PM
40 Plumb Hill Road
Washington, CT 06793
We extend special thanks to the hosts ofour previous
receptions.
Previous Receptions
Hosts: Richard and Mary DellaRusso
Parents of Julia ’17
Tuesday, October 17
Darien, CT
Hosts: Greg and Christine Steiner
Parents of Olivia '14, Sam '17 and Willem '19
Ridgewood Country Club
Thursday, November 2
Danbury, CT
TBA - Spring 2018
Hosts: Doug and Sandra Griebel
Parents of Jackson ’19
Rosa Mexicano Restaurant
9 East 18th Street
New York, New York 10003
Hosts: Frank and Philippa Poli
Parents of Sophia ’18 and CC ’20
Thursday, November 9
Fairfield, CT
Hosts: Donald and Zari Callahan
Parents of Michael ’21
Wednesday, November 15
Rumson, NJ
News from the Athletic Office
Updates on Athletic Requirements and Offerings for the 2018-19
School Year
The following updates for the 2018-19 School Year reflect our
continual pursuit for ways to bestserve our student-athletes in
alignment with Canterbury’s mission and values.
1. Athletic Requirements (beginning in 2018-19)All students must
compete in an interscholastic sport (or the equivalent) in two out
ofthree seasons during the year with the option to do a third
season or choose anafternoon activity.All students must participate
in an athletic or afternoon activity in all three seasons.All Third
and new Fourth Formers must participate on a team sport in the fall
of theirfirst year at Canterbury.
Our goal is to continue to encourage both a broad and deep
athletic experience for all of ourstudents, from novice to those
who will compete in college.
2. Athletic Offerings
Announcements
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Over the past several years, our Board of Trustees has requested
a review of Canterbury’sathletic offerings. This analysis revealed
that for a school with our enrollment, we currentlyoffer a
disproportionate number of varsity teams which limits our ability
to adequately fieldquality teams and remain competitive with peer
schools.To that end, the 2018-19 school yearwill be the final year
for Water Polo. In addition, the Spring of 2018 will be the final
regularseason for Track (we will not compete in Field events);
Track will be an option for a smallerand more select group of
competitive runners in the spring of 2019.
These necessary changes are not only in line with the
expectations of our peer schools but also insupport of Canterbury’s
tradition of a strong and successful athletic program. We look
forward to allthat lies ahead for Canterbury Athletics and welcome
your follow-up questions. Go Saints!
The Cube Live Game Streaming
For those not able to make it to the hilltop for a game, please
make sure to subscribe to The Cube(click here) to follow the Saints
in action. Check in frequently for the latest schedule of events as
theyare subject to change due to weather and streaming
capabilities.
Livestream Schedule 1/10 - 1/13
Wed 1/10
Girls' Varsity Hockey vs Millbrook - 2:30 PM
Boys' Varsity Basketball vs TP - 4:00 PM
Boys' Varsity Hockey vs Choate - 4:30 PM
Fri 1/12
Girls' Varsity Basketball vs Ethel Walker - 5:15 PM
Girls' varsity Hockey vs Greenwich Academy - 6:30 PM
Sat 1/13
Boys' Varsity Basketball vs Avon - 4:00 PM
Boys' Varsity Basketball vs Albany Academy - 4:00 PM
Upcoming Athletic Events - Night Home Games
Fri. Jan 12 - Girls' Varsity Hockey vs. GA 6:30 PM
Sat. Jan. 13 - Boys' Varsity Hockey vs. Albany Academy 4:00
PM
Fri. Jan. 26 - Boys' Varsity Basketball vs. Taft Home 5:00
PM
Sat. Feb 10 Boys' Varsity Basketball vs. Berkshire 6:30 PM
Mon. Feb 12 Boys' Varsity Hockey vs. Gunnery 5:00 PM
https://thecube.com/cube/cbury-media-services
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Fri. Feb 16 Boys' Varsity Basketball vs. Gunnery 6:30 PM
Canterbury Takes to the Ice in Boston, February 1
Alumni, parents, and prospective families are invited to join us
foran exciting competition of Saints hockey!
Canterbury Girls' Varsity Hockey vs.
Chinese U18 National Team
Thursday, February 1, 2018
6:30 PM Game
8:00 PM Post-Game reception catered by Shed's BBQ
Harvard University
The Bright-Landry Hockey Center
65 North Harvard Street
Boston, MA
Click here to register!
Alumni and current parents - spread the word and bring a future
Saint to the event and receive aspecial thank you gift!
Yearbook News
We are now taking orders for the 2017-18 yearbook, which
promises to be a special keepsake foryour child. They are available
for sale here. Thank you for your support!
If you would like to add a namestamp on your child's yearbook,
January 25 is the deadline to placean order online.
Placing an ad for your Sixth Former:
Please consider commemorating your child's graduation through
the purchase of a yearbook ad.Youhave three design options: you may
use Walsworth's design software when you purchase your ad;you may
submit photos and opt to have the yearbook staff design an ad for
you; or you may submit acompleted ad of your own design. The
deadline for purchasing an ad is February 19, 2018. If youhave any
questions about yearbook sales or placing an ad please contact
Ms.Tami Devine.
It is time to start thinking about summer travel/study
abroadopportunities!
At Canterbury we offer several travel, community service,
immersionand study abroad opportunities. Three of them occur in the
summer.Talk to your child about his or her interest in taking part
in one or more
http://shedsbbq.com/https://www.cbury.org/alumni/alumni-events/boston-hockeyhttps://yearbookforever.com/#school/2719/2018https://yearbookforever.com/#school/2719/2017mailto:[email protected]
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of these unique opportunities offered to Canterbury
students:
Canterbury Institute in Puigcerdá, Spain
From June 10 - June 26, 2018, students can participate in the
newlylaunched, inaugural Canterbury Institute in Puigcerdá, Spain.
Clickhere for more information. A $1,500 deposit will be due after
WinterWeekend.
25th Annual Lourdes Pilgrimage
From August 8 - August 18, 2018, students can serve others
during the 25th Annual LourdesPilgrimage. Please visit
https://ourladyspilgrimage.org/index.html for more information
about theLourdes Pilgrimage. The total cost of the Lourdes
Pilgrimage is $2,850. The first deposit ($1,425) isdue March 1 and
the rest of the cost is due on April 1. An informational meeting
for students will beheld on campus later in January.
Canterbury - San Cayetano Cultural Exchange
From August 19 - September 24, 2018 students who participate in
The Exchange will live with aSpanish family and learn first hand
about the customs and habits of Spain. Students who participatein
The Exchange will host their Spanish brother or sister as well.
Families that are willing to just hosta student from Colegio San
Cayetano are also welcome to participate. An organizational meeting
forThe Exchange will happen on campus in February.
Please contact Julio Omaña ([email protected]) with an questions
you may have.
Jan 12
Last day to add/drop
Matthew Best Art Exhibit
Edward J. Duffy Family Art Gallery
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Jan 13
Charles Huntington Annual Alumni HockeyGame and Open Skate
11:00 AM
O'Neill Arena
Lip Sync Battle
9:00 PM
Pigott
Jan 27
Canterbury’s Got Talent
8:30 PM
Maguire Auditorium
Jan 31
Form Wars
Pigott
Feb 1
Winter Weekend - Students depart afterathletics
Girls' Varsity Hockey Game and Reception
6:30 PM
Harvard University
Upcoming Events
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Jan 19-20
Trustee Weekend
Jan 20
PreACT for all Fourth and Fifth Formers
Winter Formal
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Jan 25
Instrumental Music Lesson Recital
L. Michael Sheehy '56 Choral Classroom
8:00 PM
Feb 5
Boarders return by 7:00 PM
Feb 6
Classes resume
Feb 10
ACT
Feb 17
College Meeting for Fifth Form parents
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Canterbury School 101 Aspetuck Avenue
New Milford, CT 06776
Phone: 860-210-3800 www.cbury.org
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