Monthly Archives: May 2011

Grade 11 Physics Classes Explore Hollows of Chapel

Posted on May 31, 2011 by meganbrady

The Grade 11 Physics classes had a rare glimpse into the hollows of the chapel as a part of a lesson on sound. The students learned about how the organ in the chapel creates sound and were able to go … Continue reading →

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Lower School Sports Update

Posted on May 30, 2011 by meganbrady

CISAA Champions  - Tennis The No.1 Tiger doubles tandem of Co-Captain Siena Vendittelli and Liana Biktimorova threw their racquets high in the air and braced for the swarm of their teammates to celebrate a CISAA Championship for the Ridley College … Continue reading →

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Upper School Sports Update

Posted on May 30, 2011 by meganbrady

The First Boys and Girls Rugby Teams and the First Girls Soccer team each came away with a silver from weekend play. First Girls Rugby The First Girls Rugby fell 31-3 to Country Day School in the Division I Final … Continue reading →

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Graduation Dinner

Posted on May 30, 2011 by meganbrady

The Graduation Dinner was held in the Great Hall Friday evening to honour the class of 2011.  It was also a chance for the graduates to thank the faculty, housemasters and duty team members. It was a great evening for … Continue reading →

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Spring Concert 2011

Posted on May 27, 2011 by meganbrady

The Ridley College Choir held their Spring Concert last night in the Chapel.  They presented ‘Liverpool Oratorio’ which was written by Paul McCartney in collaboration with composer Carl Davis.  This is McCartney’s first venture into classical music.  The work has … Continue reading →

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Ridley Students Capture 11 Cappies!

Posted on May 26, 2011 by meganbrady

Cappies Niagara held their awards ceremony last night recognizing excellence in High School theatre productions.  Forty-six critics participated in this years program that teaches students how to review local high school shows. Congratulations to: Sound – Lara Gradil, Ridley College, Hairspray … Continue reading →

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Some Things You Can’t Live Without!

Posted on May 26, 2011 by meganbrady

Matthew C. is one of the eleven Ridley students who are currently away on exchange.  Matthew is spending this term in Sydney, Australia and has sent a few pictures.  He packed a few “Canadian necessities” in his suitcase and, as … Continue reading →

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Ridley Prefects Announced for 2012!

Posted on May 25, 2011 by meganbrady

Prefectship is regarded as the most challenging, yet rewarding form of leadership here at Ridley College. The Prefects role is to be the voice of the student body, to be visible, approachable, encourage and foster school spirit, establish a positive … Continue reading →

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Poetry in Reading Garden

Posted on May 24, 2011 by meganbrady

The Grade 7 students were in the Reading Garden this morning sharing their original poetry in front of their fellow students and three judges – Mr. David Darby – Lower School Admissions Officer, Mrs. Emma Leigh – the Headmaster’s wife … Continue reading →

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Heritage Project Goes National

Posted on May 24, 2011 by meganbrady

Grade 8 Ridley student Andrew Robichaud’s history project is hitting home with a lot of people. He and six other Ridley students (Annie Hinan, Arwyn Workman-Youmans , Dane Sisinni, Jordan Politi, Liana Biktimirova and Madeleine Barberian) all won awards at … Continue reading →

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