Selwyn House School

Varsity Baseball made history this spring, capturing the first Baseball Championship in school history!

After an outstanding regular season that saw the team finish second in the division with just one loss, the Gryphons carried their momentum into the playoffs. Victories over Pierrefonds in the quarter-finals and Westwood in a thrilling extra-inning semi-final set up a championship showdown with John Rennie.

The boys rose to the occasion, delivering a dominant defensive performance and earning a 2–0 shutout victory to claim the title. Pitchers Damian L. and Laurent M. combined for the shutout, while veteran catcher Joey D. helped lead the defensive effort. Tyler P. sealed the win with a spectacular catch in the final inning, and Damian was recognized for his exceptional season by being named League MVP.

Congratulations to Coach Tom Downey and the entire team on an unforgettable season and a historic championship! Special thanks to Mr. Bedard for stepping in as photographer.

From May 21 to May 26, 10 members of the Selwyn Debate Team went to Truro, Nova Scotia to participate in two of the most competitive events in Canadian Debating. First was the Senior National Debating Championship, where all of the best high school teams from around the country compete together. These teams are formed from Provincial Champions, and all of the teams have had to qualify and win to even get to the tournament. The team of Ken G. and Joseph B. made it all the way to the quarter finals (the first Quebec team to do this since 2021) with an impressive 5-1 score. Jacob B. also won the Best Quebec Speaker Award.

Immediately after the tournament, two of our debaters, Finlay M. and William L. tried out for the elite Team Canada international debating team. They earned the right to do this by placing in the top three speakers from Quebec. It was a gruelling six rounds of World Schools' Debate where debaters compete as individuals, and are teamed with other debaters from other provinces rotating each round. We are still waiting on the results of the tryout, and we wish our debaters the best of luck.

On May 31 the AP Calculus class welcomed the Kindergarten students to the Macaulay building basement. Each Kindergarten student was paired with a Grade 11 student and participated in one of three math activities. Working together, students coloured fractals, carefully cut paper to discover the symmetry of snowflakes and used sidewalk chalk to geometrically create a Gryphon using three- and four-sided polygons. What a treat to see such joy and passion for mathematics being shared between our youngest and oldest students. Well done to all our mathematicians! -Ms. Sayegh, Senior School Mathematics Department Head

Grade 11 students kicked off their graduation weekend on May 14 with the annual Heroes Breakfast, an opportunity to recognize and celebrate someone who has played an important role in supporting them throughout their academic journey. On the following Friday morning, the tradition of the Downey Brothers annual dodgeball game continued as students battled it out for bragging rights in a spirited and highly competitive matchup. Later that afternoon, students and staff gathered for a celebratory BBQ hosted by the Nadler family, enjoying great food and one final opportunity to spend time together before the evening festivities.

The community then came together at the Windsor Ballrooms for the class of 2026 graduation dinner dance. Beautiful floral arrangements and décor, generously provided by BLOEM Atelier Floral, helped transform the venue for the occasion. Parents, staff, students, and guests enjoyed an evening filled with heartfelt speeches, laughter, and reflection as they celebrated the graduates' time at Selwyn House and the brotherhood they have built along the way. The dance floor was enjoyed throughout the night as students marked the end of one chapter and the beginning of the next. The celebrations continued into Saturday with gathering in the countryside, providing one final opportunity for classmates to come together and create lasting memories before graduation.

The Selwyn House Elementary School had an amazing morning of showcasing school spirit and athleticism at this year’s Track and Field Day on May 15. Kindergarten to Grade 2 participated in different games of skill and fun. Grades 3 to 6 competed against one another in different track and field events, including long jump, relays, 100m, and 4x200m races. Grade 10 students helped organize all the events - Mr. Held, Physical Education teacher

The annual 'Til Next Time Assembly brought the Selwyn House community together to celebrate another memorable year. Led by the House Heads, the event reflected on the many highlights, accomplishments, and milestones that shaped the school year, while a heartfelt and humorous tribute video expressed the students’ gratitude to the dedicated faculty and staff who helped make it all possible.

The assembly also featured the official announcement of the 2026–2027 Prefects and House Heads, as well as the presentation of several prestigious awards. Lucas was awarded the House Cup Trophy on behalf of his House for earning the most house points throughout the year, while Vojtech B. received the inaugural Individual House Point Trophy, a new award recognizing students who excel through their academic, athletic, extracurricular, and community contributions under the school's new house point system.

A cherished tradition followed as the graduating class was celebrated through the annual Now & Then video, showcasing each graduate’s first-year photo alongside their graduation portrait and highlighting how much they have grown during their time at Selwyn. One of the most moving moments of the assembly came when Nathan Chen performed a beautiful piano rendition of See You Again, dedicating the piece to three close friends who had made his Selwyn journey even more meaningful. As the audience quietly sang along, the performance created a powerful sense of reflection and appreciation.

The celebration concluded with the Grade 11 gratitude circle, where students passed a football from friend to friend, sharing words of appreciation and thanking one another for the memories they had created together. It was a fitting end to a year marked by friendship, achievement, and community.

On the morning of June 4, the Selwyn House Parents' Volunteer Association (PVA) hosted a beautiful Volunteer Appreciation Tea and Coffee to celebrate the dedicated parents who give so much to our community. Volunteers were welcomed with a delicious breakfast, tea, and coffee, followed by a heartwarming presentation and performance by our Elementary Choir and Kindergarten class, wonderfully led by Ryan Kennedy. A special moment of the morning came when Ms. Laura Osborne and Ms. Anne Garschagen presented Ms. Danping Shi with a beautiful bouquet of flowers, recognizing her incredible years of work for the PVA as her son graduates this year. Headmaster Michael Downey concluded the event by expressing his deep gratitude, thanking everyone for their ongoing support and dedication to Selwyn House School. We are profoundly grateful for our volunteer community—thank you for everything you do!

The Elementary Athletic Celebration on May 26 proudly honoured the achievements of our Elementary School students-athletes. Throughout the year, our young Gryphons demonstrated incredible dedication, perseverance, and team spirit across a variety of sports. Congratulations to all the athletes recognized for their hard work and remarkable growth this season! We also want to extend a huge thank you to the coaches, athletic therapists, and families. Your unwavering support and encouragement made these successes possible.