Category: Preschool
Join us on March 24 – Parent Book Club and Fireside Chat
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Winter Parent Book Club and Fireside Chat
Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to connect, learn, and engage with our community at the upcoming Bayview Glen Parent Book Club and a special Fireside Chat happening on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.
Join us for one or both sessions – whether you’ve read the book or are simply curious, we welcome your presence and perspective. Light refreshments will also be served for those attending in person.
Click here to register online and learn more
PARENT BOOK CLUB
Time: 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Location: Learning Commons, Bayview Glen Moatfield Campus (or online via Microsoft Teams)
Join us as we explore The Crucial Years: The Essential Guide to Mental Health and Modern Puberty in Middle Childhood (Ages 6-12) by Dr. Sheryl Gonzalez Ziegler.
FIRESIDE CHAT
Time: 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Location: Learning Commons, Bayview Glen Moatfield Campus
Following the book club, we invite you to stay for a special Fireside Chat featuring Dr. Andrew Wong, a clinical, school, and rehabilitation psychologist with extensive experience supporting children, youth, and families.
Warm regards,
Antoinette Morgan, MA, MSW, BSW, RSW
Director of Student Wellbeing
Join Us for the Parent Association Family Bowling Day
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Date: Sunday, April 26, 2026
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Location: Splitsville Bowl Richmond Hill
(9 East Wilmot Street, Richmond Hill, Ontario)
Get ready for a morning filled with strikes, smiles, and family fun! The Parent Association is thrilled to invite you to another incredi-bowl Bayview Glen family event that promises a fantastic gathering for both kids and parents.
Join us on Sunday, April 26, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Splitsville Bowl Richmond Hill.
We have an exciting lineup of bowling and mini-golf activities with the delightful company of fellow Bayview Glen families. And of course, no family event is complete without some delicious food – we’ll be providing pizza and drinks for everyone to enjoy!
Parents, here’s why you’ll love this event:
- Connect with other Bayview Glen families
- Relax and enjoy quality time with family and friends
- Casual, social, and fun setting
- Pizza and drinks provided (no cooking, no cleanup!)
- Lighthearted fun – no bowling skills required!
Ticket Price: $25 per participant, including 1 hour of Bowling (full facility booked for Bayview Glen) and access to mini-golf.
Please complete the online registration form on the PA Events webpage and select the preferred timeslot for bowling lane.
We can’t wait to see you there for a morning of fun, laughter, and friendly competition. Be sure to mark your calendars, spare the time, and roll on over to join us for this wonderful event.
If you have any questions, please contact pasocial@bayviewglen.ca.
Parent Association Parent Cocktail Social 2026
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Thank you for joining us at the PA Parent Cocktail Social on February 25 evening! We truly appreciate your participation and hope you enjoyed connecting with fellow parents and being part of such a wonderful event.
We also value your feedback. Please take a moment to complete our quick survey and share your thoughts with us. Your input is highly valued and will help us continue to create meaningful experiences for the entire Bayview Glen community.
Looking forward to seeing everyone at the next PA Family Bowling Day in April!
Mapping Our World: Building Connections Through Inquiry in Preschool
Bayview Glen News, Newsletters and Publications, Preschool, The Glen
Written by Sarah Dillane and Terry Boyce,
BG3A Educators
As the saying goes, you have to walk before you run, and in preschool, this idea is fully embraced. Often, the power of everyday materials is taken for granted. BG3A began the year with the intention of learning the Language of Paper, a medium that impacts nearly every aspect of our lives. Paper was explored in many ways and eventually led the group in an unexpected direction, charting a new course on their map of learning.
A paper map of local bike lanes was added to the classroom materials, and soon opened a rich exploration of maps and map-making, sparking curiosity and inquiry. Interest evolved into representing places and spaces, prompting reflection on the locations that held special meaning to us and how each map told a story about how the world was seen and valued. Maps of Toronto, Durham Region, Ontario Treaties, Canada, and the world were eventually explored, inviting thoughtful reflection on the land and our place within it. Children shared stories of places they had visited or where family members live. Marks, drawings, and conversations transformed the maps into a living record of the classroom’s diverse experiences, showing that while homes and travels may differ, we are all connected and part of something bigger.
Children created their own maps, experimenting with lines, symbols, and colour to represent places and spaces important to them. These personal creations reflected the Reggio belief in the “hundred languages of children,” highlighting the many ways children can express ideas, thoughts, and understanding beyond words. Each child used their own style and choices to show what was meaningful to them, making their maps a unique form of expression.
Over time, these ideas came together in a three-dimensional topographic mural, with shared discussions guiding which landmarks to include, such as the CN Tower, Niagara Falls, Ripley’s Aquarium, and Bayview Glen, turning individual ideas into a map that tells the story of the whole community. Through trial and error, construction methods were explored and the project grew, with papier-mâché supporting the creation of structures and meaningful elements. Once the papier-mâché work was completed, it marked the start of an exciting journey into colour and light, as children studied reference photos and experimented with ways to bring their observations to life. The project offered opportunities for problem-solving, creative expression, and exploring spatial relationships, materials, and visual representation, inviting children to bring their ideas to life.
Throughout this ongoing inquiry, mapping connected children to one another, to their school, to their community and to the wider world. By honouring children’s ideas and allowing the project to evolve naturally, deep engagement, collaboration and a sense of identity and place were observed. In BG3, maps were not just about places, they became stories, connections and questions. This exploration shows how simple materials like paper can be transformed into complex ideas, turning curiosity into creation and reminding us that every idea can become a place worth exploring.
Join Us for the Parent Association Parent Cocktail Social
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Date: Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Location: Sibel Restaurant (1997 Avenue Rd, Toronto)
Calling all parents! Join the Bayview Glen Parent Association for a special evening of connection and fun at our school’s exclusive cocktail-style reception at Sibel restaurant.
Enjoy a selection of delicious food and wine as you mingle with fellow parents. This is a fantastic opportunity to relax, meet new friends, and strengthen our school community.
Please complete the online registration form on the PA Events webpage to get your tickets today before they sell out! Limited spots available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Ticket Price: $95 per person
What’s Included:
- A selection of delicious food stations
- A lively atmosphere to mingle and meet new people
- Red, white, and sparkling wine and soft drinks included in ticket price
- A fantastic opportunity to network, mingle, and enjoy quality conversation with fellow parents
If you have any questions, please contact pasocial@bayviewglen.ca. We can’t wait to see you there!
Parent Association Annual General Meeting and Breakfast 2026
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The Parent Association (PA) Annual General Meeting (AGM) was held on January 21, 2026 in the Daunt Dining Hall at our Moatfield Campus. We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who braved the cold to attend this event. It was wonderful to see many of you there, and hear great updates from all divisions, highlighting the exciting initiatives being put in place at our school this year.
The PA Executive team proudly introduced their new members: Khati Nathoo, our new Vice President; Maria Tsopelas, our new Parent Volunteer Co-Director; and Ruby Cha, our new Civvies Day Co-ordinator. We are thrilled to have them on board and look forward to their contributions.
We also shared details about the upcoming PA events you can look forward to, such as our Parent Cocktail Social in February and the Family Bowling Day in April. These gatherings promise to be fun and engaging opportunities to connect with other parents and strengthen our community.
Our PA Treasurer presented the annual financials, along with an overview of the Parent Association’s $1 million pledge and previous contributions to the school. It was inspiring to see how our collective efforts have made a significant impact at the school.
Mr. Rodrigues from the Advancement and External Relations team provided an insightful overview of the Advancement and Community Engagement initiatives. He also shared the results of the Better Beginnings campaign, which has been instrumental in supporting our school’s growth and development.
We look forward to seeing everyone at our upcoming PA events and continuing to work together to make this year a memorable one for our school community.
If you couldn’t join us or would like to recap the presentations, the event recording is available for viewing via our post on Edsby news river.
To keep up-to-date with PA events, please visit the PA Events webpage, and check your email and Edsby news river for more details on each event.
Join Us for the Parent Association Annual General Meeting and Breakfast 2026
Home page, Lower School, Parent Association, Prep School, Preschool, Upper SchoolDate: Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Location: Bayview Glen Moatfield Campus
The Bayview Glen Parent Association is wishing you a very happy New Year!
We are ready to kick-off 2026 and look forward to seeing everyone at our next Parent Association Annual General Meeting and Breakfast on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., in the Daunt Dining Hall at the Bayview Glen Moatfield Campus.
Come hear updates from our School Leadership Team and the PA Executive Team, including financial and social updates, as well as the introduction of our new PA Executive members.
Please complete the online registration form for each participant if you are planning to attend.
If you have any questions, please contact papresident@bayviewglen.ca.
Parent Association Merry Market 2025
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The Bayview Glen community came together on November 21, 2025, for a joyful afternoon at the annual Parent Association Merry Market! From 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., the Moatfield Campus was alive with holiday spirit, laughter, and creativity.
Families and friends enjoyed a fantastic shopping experience with local vendors, Bayview Glen community members, and our talented student entrepreneurs. Highlights included the class basket auction, a bake sale, cozy hot chocolate, festive live music, and the return of holiday photos with Santa, spreading smiles all afternoon.
A heartfelt thank you to the Parent Association team, the Merry Market committees, and the many parent and student volunteers whose hard work and dedication made the day possible. Your support helped create a truly magical start to the holiday season!
Thank you all for joining us this year. We look forward to seeing everyone again at upcoming events.
The Important Work of Growing: Honouring the Pace of Childhood
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Written by Gillian Potts-Hemingway,
Director of Preschool
At Bayview Glen, our Reggio-inspired preschool programme reflects our belief that every child is capable, curious, and full of potential. Rooted in relationships and guided by inquiry, our educators create spaces where learning unfolds naturally. It is a learning environment where curiosity leads to discovery, and discovery builds confidence and joy. We honour the process of learning, knowing that meaningful growth happens when children are given the time, trust, and encouragement to learn by meeting them where they are.
This philosophy comes to life in our upcoming parent event featuring Lara Pierre, a registered social worker and child and family psychotherapist specializing in early development and family wellbeing. With warmth and insight, Lara will invite parents to pause, reflect, and embrace the wonder of early childhood, sharing a simple but important message that growth and resilience bloom through connection, empathy, and patience.
A quality early learning experience, like ours at Bayview Glen, nurtures not only essential skills but also a deep love of learning that lasts a lifetime. As our early learners continue to grow and journey through the school, we see the foundations built in the preschool years evolve right alongside them. We are helping to build the toolkit that will follow them throughout their lives, one that begins with nurturing that spark of wonder and curiosity.
We invite our parents and community to join us on November 20 as we slow down together to celebrate the beauty of childhood and the powerful learning that happens when we honour each child’s natural rhythm. We encourage you to share with your extended family and friends as this event is also open to families outside the Bayview Glen community as well. Find out more about the event and register below!
In Their Own Time: Honouring the Natural Pace of Early Childhood
Thursday, November 20, 2025
5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Bayview Glen – J.T.M. Guest Theatre
Join us for a complimentary evening with Lara Pierre (MSW, RSW), Child & Family Psychotherapist and Certified Connected Parenting Practitioner to learn more about the natural unfolding of early childhood.
In a world that moves so fast, it’s easy to feel pressure to keep up, to teach more, do more, and plan for what’s next, yet children grow best when they are given time to explore, stumble, and wonder. Through compassionate reflection, courageous perspective, and curious insight, this keynote offers reassurance that when we honour each child’s unique pace, we nurture confidence, joy, and a lifelong love of learning.
The Path Here – The Path Ahead: Commitment to Truth and Reconciliation
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Written by Erika Gillespie, Greg Ryerson, and L-J van ‘t Hof,
Directors of Teaching and Learning
On September 30, Bayview Glen came together to observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. It was a meaningful opportunity for our school community to reflect on the history of what we now call Canada, honour Indigenous voices, and renew our ongoing commitment to reconciliation. This year also marked ten years since the release of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action, which continue to inform and guide our work.
We embraced the theme “The Path Here – The Path Ahead,” and continued our tradition of gathering as a whole school. Older students were paired with younger ones to share poetry from Richard Wagamese’s “Embers – One Ojibway’s Meditation.” These poems encouraged us all to listen deeply and think about our role in building understanding and respect. After sharing the poems, the, students shouted their personal commitments to reconciliation out to the universe, then tied biodegradable ribbons onto the Lower School fence. These ribbons served as a visual reminder of their promises. As they begin to fade and degrade, we will use that as a sign to revisit and recommit to our ongoing work.
Throughout the year, we continue to explore Indigenous history and perspectives in our classrooms. We want all of our students to feel empowered to ask questions, learn, and take action. As we reflect on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we honour the path we’ve travelled and look ahead to the journey still to come – together, as a community committed to truth, respect, and reconciliation.
