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Celebrating Student Innovation at the Toronto Science Fair 2026
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Bayview Glen students proudly shared their passion for science and innovation at the 2026 Toronto Science Fair, one of Canada’s largest and most prestigious student science competitions. From gold medal–winning Upper School innovation to thoughtful and creative Grade 5 investigations, our students demonstrated curiosity, perseverance, and the power of scientific thinking.
Upper School Gold Medal Innovations with Real-World Impact
Stefano E.,Grade 11 Student
Cooling the Future: Lattice Cold Plates for High-Performance Computing
Data centers spend up to 40% of their energy on cooling alone, a problem that’s accelerating with the rise of consumer AI. For my research project, I set out to find a more mathematically optimal alternative to the industry-standard CNC-milled cold plate.
The answer was a Triply Periodic Minimal Surface called a gyroid lattice. Unlike conventional straight-channel designs, a gyroid agitates fluid in all three dimensions simultaneously, continuously disrupting thermal boundary layers while maximizing surface area. I taught myself nTopology to design and simulate the plate geometry, then built a closed-loop hydraulic data logging circuit to run controlled experiments. The gyroid plate delivered a 36% higher cooling rate, 2.25°C lower sustained surface temperature, and 52% greater total surface area than the control.
The project earned Gold at the citywide Toronto Science Fair! I’m grateful to Professor Mihaela Vlasea and her Multi-Scale Additive Manufacturing Laboratory at the University of Waterloo for their advice, and I look forward to collaborating with them as I push this research further, and potentially toward a published research paper.
Riya V. and Shaan V.,Grade 11 and Grade 9 Student
BrAIllePath
We are Riya and Shaan, and we recently developed BraillePath, a wearable navigation aid designed for the deaf-blind community. Our project addresses a critical gap: while many tools exist for single-sensory loss, few provide real-time environmental awareness for those without both sight and sound.
BraillePath uses smart glasses with a camera to capture the user’s surroundings, which is then processed by AI models we fine-tuned to detect obstacles like cars and people. This data is converted into tactile braille cues on the user’s wrist. For example, if a car approaches from the left, BraillePath displays a braille character on the wrist indicating a vehicle approaching from that direction. Developing this required a multi-disciplinary approach, combining circuitry, mobile app development, and numerous iterations of 3D-printed prototypes.
A highlight of our journey was receiving feedback from Sven Topp, a deaf-blind researcher from Germany. His insights into daily navigation challenges helped us refine our design. Moving forward, we hope to actually develop our project further and test it with deaf-blind individuals! We are honored to share this innovation with the Bayview Glen community!
Grade 5 Scientists Embrace Experimentation and Innovation
Zoe,
Grade 5 Student
Since the start of the year, I have been looking forward to trying out for the Toronto Science Fair, and it has been a pleasure to be able to represent the school while learning about science. This year, Grade 5 students like me were able to have the opportunity to try out for the Toronto Science Fair with no guarantee of getting picked. Only two teams were selected to represent the school. It was truly competitive! Many students tried out with the choice of having a partner or going solo, and only two teams got to make it in. To be chosen among the many creative entries across Grade 5 to represent the school has been such a privilege, and on top of that, I got to learn all about the scientific method and challenge my brain outside the school curriculum.
My project was called “The Battle of The Germs: Mom VS. Zoe”. My idea was about a nasty pillow (according to my mom) and a grueling, disgusting, and just gross in general toilet seat. Now before I started, I needed a hypothesis, which honestly wasn’t that hard. My hypothesis was that by the end of the five-day swabbing period, the toilet seat would be dirtier than my pillowcase.
For my experiment, I swabbed both the toilet seat and my pillowcase and observed the germ growth on a petri dish for over five days. Each day, I checked to see how much and how fast germs (also known as “microbes”) were growing. It was cool (and a little disgusting!) to see how fast these microbes grew and how these germs changed over time in size, color, and appearance. I tried to be very careful in documenting my observations, ensuring everything was recorded daily and in detail, and that everything was accurate to the point in which I could draw an accurate conclusion.
One of the most exciting parts of this experience was seeing whether my hypothesis would be proven right or wrong. As the days went on, I noticed that both the toilet seat and the pillowcase showed signs of microbial growth, but not always in the way I expected. Some days had more noticeable changes than others, which made me realize that germs can grow differently under different conditions and are not always predictable. By the end of the five days, I carefully compared the results and analyzed which surface had more growth overall. This helped me understand the importance of observation, patience, and keeping detailed records in a scientific experiment.
Overall, participating in the Toronto Science Fair was an unforgettable experience that taught me a lot about science and about myself. I learned how to think like a scientist by asking questions, making predictions, and testing ideas through experiments. It also showed me that while science experiments are very serious, they can also be fun, surprising, and even a little gross at times.
Neel R.,
Grade 5 Student
This year, I had the chance to take part in the Toronto Science Fair, representing Bayview Glen at the regional competition. It was a pleasure to participate in the Science Fair while educating myself about the world of science. In late January, I competed at the Bayview Glen Lower School fair with my fellow Grade 5 peers. I was fortunate to have my project selected as one of two submissions to advance to the regional fair.
Unlike traditional science fair projects, I chose to do an innovation project. I decided to create an innovation project because I like building, iterating, and solving problems. Another reason for this decision was that when you work on this type of project, you apply what you learn from your research to the real world. While thinking about project ideas, I came across the problem of food wastage. I realized that worldwide food waste is a serious and growing problem. According to the United Nations Environment Programme Food Waste Index Report 2021, an estimated 931 million tons of food are wasted globally each year. I set out to build a solution that would reduce household food waste.
I built FoodTech, an AI enhanced kitchen technology that helps families turn existing food into new recipes. By using the existing food items and suggesting recipes, FoodTech reduces food wastage, saves money, and makes meal planning easier. I believe FoodTech can meaningfully reduce household food wastage and promote smarter, more sustainable meal habits.
Here is how FoodTech works: The user selects food items from their fridge and/or pantry to use for meal planning. These items are placed under a compact camera. The image captured by the camera is then analyzed. Once the food items have been identified, FoodTech will display recipes using the ingredients.
Some benefits of FoodTech are:
- New Recipe Ideas: Families will have new recipes to add to their collection.
- Family bonding: FoodTech can help families make meals together. This gets kids away from screens and working together as a family.
- Child Development: FoodTech assists children in learning how to cook with easy-to-understand recipes using foods in their kitchen
- Cost Saving: This innovation can save money that is spent when going out for meals.
- Protecting the Environment: Food waste that breaks down in landfill releases methane. This gas is a big player in climate change. FoodTech will reduce household food wastage, which can help control climate change.
In conclusion, I really enjoyed participating in the Toronto Science Fair and representing Bayview Glen. While competing in this competition, I learned about the steps to innovation and about the life of a scientist. I hope to continue to partake in science fairs and to discover how science can shape our world.
Transformative Learning Through Global Experiences
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Written by Dr. Angela Mantie,
Director of Global Education and Strategic Partnerships
Global Education at Bayview Glen reimagines how students engage with the world—blending transformative, real-world experiences with a commitment to pluralism, global citizenship, and environmental sustainability. Students participate as thoughtful global travellers, learning with curiosity, compassion, courage, and humility while contributing in meaningful and respectful ways.
Through our programming, students grow as global citizen leaders—building connections across communities and developing the confidence, empathy, and adaptability needed to navigate an ever-changing world.
Upper School: Costa Rica
Our student cohort explored how history, sustainability, and community collaboration shape national identity and lived experience in Costa Rica. Through meaningful engagement with a local farming family and children, support for a women’s collective, and firsthand experiences of the deep connection between people and the environment, students developed lasting memories while strengthening their compassion, empathy, and global awareness.
Student reflections captured the impact of the experience: “nice to help people out,” “fun to interact with locals,” and “amazing and unforgettable.”
Prep School: the Yukon
Our first student cohort since pre-COVID travelled to the Yukon on an immersive journey through Canada’s North, beginning in Whitehorse and continuing through Champagne and Aishihik First Nations traditional territory, Dawson City, and Tombstone Territorial Park. Along the way, students explored the region’s layered history—from pre–Gold Rush Indigenous life to the legacy of the Klondike Gold Rush—while engaging directly with local guides, knowledge keepers, and artisans.
Through experiences such as wildlife conservation at the Yukon Wildlife Preserve, dog mushing, glassblowing, and a traditional Indigenous workshop, students deepened their understanding of northern ecosystems, cultural resilience, and sustainable land stewardship. The program invited students to reflect on critical questions of identity, land rights, and environmental responsibility, while fostering curiosity, respect, and a sense of interconnectedness between people, place, and history.
Student reflections included: “it was an incredible experience,” “great time talking to the locals and hearing about their journeys,” and “one of the most eye-opening, unique, and community-building experiences of my life.”
Lower School: Round Square Virtual Experiences
Our Lower School students launched Bayview Glen’s first-ever Round Square virtual experiences this year by participating in Round Square Show and Tells, connecting in real time with students from around the world and building meaningful global connections. On January 27, Grade 5 students showcased “Genius Inventions from Our Region,” presenting their Artifacto Buddy robotics invention, followed on February 3 by L3B sharing “What We Do on Our Breaktime/Recess,” featuring Marble Runs, loose parts play, and LEGO builds.
Join Us for the Bayview Glen Parent Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon 2026
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Bayview Glen Parent Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon
Date: Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Time: 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Location: Bayview Glen Moatfield Campus
RSVP online: bayviewglen.ca/pa-events
All Bayview Glen parent volunteers are invited to our Parent Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the J.T.M. Guest Theatre at our Moatfield Campus.
Join us as we celebrate you and another successful year for the Bayview Glen community.
A heartfelt appreciation to the many parent volunteers who generously give their time and energy to support our school. Your dedication enriches our students’ experiences and helps create a vibrant, welcoming community for all.
We are deeply grateful for everything you do – thank you!
Please register online if you are planning to attend.
We look forward to seeing you at the event and celebrating together.
Parent Association Family Bowling Day 2026
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It was a full house for the PA Family Bowling Day on Sunday, April 26, 2026 at Splitsville Bowl Richmond Hill. Thank you for rolling in with your families for a morning of fun! From strikes to spares to big smiles, kids and parents enjoyed time together on and off the lanes – thank you for making it an incredi-bowl Bayview Glen event!
Join Us for the Past Parent and Grad Parent Social 2026
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We are pleased to invite Past Parents and Grad Parents to join us for a parent social in the Daunt Dining Hall from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., as part of the upcoming Alumni Reunion Weekend on Saturday, May 23, 2026 at the Bayview Glen Moatfield Campus.
Don’t miss a wonderful opportunity to reconnect, reminisce, and celebrate our shared community, while also cheering on current students as they play against alumni and teachers in friendly competition.
Please register HERE if you are interested in attending. We look forward to welcoming you back to campus and celebrating together.
If you have any questions, please contact Mandy Lau, Director of Community Relations, at mlau@bayviewglen.ca.
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!
Athletic Updates: CISAA & OFSAA Fall Championships
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Written by Kevin Neville,
Director of Athletics, Upper School
What an amazing fall term for our Gryphon athletes!
Congratulations to all the teams and individuals who won medals, and thank you to the coaches for making these experiences possible.
CISAA Sr Boys DII Soccer
GOLD
CISAA Jr Boys DII Soccer
GOLD
CISAA Jr Boys DII Volleyball
GOLD
CISAA Sr Girls XC 5K – Brianna L.
GOLD
CISAA Novice Boys XC 3K – Kyle L.
SILVER
OFSAA Sr Tennis Open Mixed Doubles – Isabella W. & Luke B.
SILVER
Spotlight on Performance: From Improv to Concert Stage
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The Art of Improv at Upper School
Written by Liam E., Grade 9 Rep
Lower School Winter Concert Recap
Written by Ea-Ling Seun, Lower School Music Teacher
The Art of Improv at Upper School
Written by Liam E.,
Grade 9 Rep
Hi! I’m Liam, the founder of the Upper School’s Improv Club! My interest in improv started when I went downtown to watch a show at Second City. Fascinated by the complex back and forth and precise timing that the actors had mastered, I knew this mix of laughs and acting was the thing for me. Soon after, I signed up for a weeklong course at Second City. There, I learned the skills and techniques that lay underneath the craziness on the surface.
For improv to be successful, you need to be spontaneous and not afraid to go for it. Many can be reluctant to step in and really get involved, but in my experience, those who give more to improv get more out of it. There is a powerful joy that comes from going off script and sharing a laugh with your friends. This is why I started Improv Club, to let others enjoy this art as I do.
After talking to Mr. Clark, my mentor, during the Grade 9 trip to Camp Onondaga, I realized I could start an improv club. I started it early in the year, unsure whether anyone would sign up, and was delighted to see the eager faces that came into the room for our first meeting. During our meetings, we play improv games and experiment with different scenes. Improv Club now meets every week, and together we explore all that improv has to offer.
Lower School Winter Concert Recap
Created by Ea-Ling Seun,
Lower School Music Teacher
