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1 / summer 2009 The World Needs Great WomenTrilliumSpring Motivated. Engaged. Joyful. The love of learning begins at The Study. a Trillium Spring / summer 2009

2 Each day at The Study is carefully designed to give our girls a better understanding of the world of tomorrow. Now, more than ever, your daughter s future begins at The Study. THE WORLD NEEDS GREAT WOMEN The world needs m e An independent school for girls (k to 11) offering a fully bilingual experience 3233 The Boulevard, Westmount / Admissions: ext. 229 thestudy.qc.ca Version Client The Study Nom Ann Desert A Publication Trillium

3 Contents Leadership 2 Moving Forward: Our Strategic Plan Message from the Chair of the Board of Governors 3 Educating Today s Learners Message from the Head of the School Achievements 4 Building Lean, Mean, Intelligent Machines 6 Clarity of Thought & Expression 7 Un lien direct Plus: The Biology Club, Music, Theatre & more! Athletics 10 It Takes a Village: Football, Basketball, Rowing & Cross-Country Champs! 12 The Annexe 13 Girls for the Cure Academics 14 Leadership: Student Council & Service Leadership Awards 15 Music Through the Ages 20 Les possibilités postsecondaires 1 2 feature 16 Reality Learning is Learning at its Best Staff 18 Barbara Pappius Celebrates 30 Years 19 Advanced Professional Development 3 Advancement 21 The Graduating Class of It s All About the Girls Message from the Director of Advancement & Alumnae Relations 23 Why Our Girls Zig, While the World Zags Message from the Associate Director of Advancement & Alumnae Relations 4 News 24 Alumnae & Reunion News Trillium spring 2009 Editor Susan Orr-Mongeau, Director of Marketing & Communications ([email protected]) Editorial assistant Jennifer Kruidbos, Anita Nowak Editorial support Lise Anderson, Sylvie Bastien-Doss, Pattie Edwards, Elizabeth Falco, Jason Finucan, Anita Nowak, Jaqui Poser, Johanne Yates, Antonia Zannis Contributors Courtney Brais 09, Elizabeth Falco, Kareen Finley, Jason Finucan, Kelly Miller, Anita Nowak, Jamila Oualla, Louise Paquin, Claudia Paoletti 09, Claude Picard, Jaqui Poser, Louis Régimbal, Stefanie Schumer, Wanda Swiderski, Laurie Traylen, Diana-Luk Ye 09, Antonia Zannis Photography Allen McInnis Design Origami The Trillium is published by the Marketing and Communications office of The Study and is distributed to all Study alumnae, current and past Study families, students, staff and friends of The Study. We welcome letters, photos and opinion pieces from members of the community. Material published in Trillium may be reproduced with permission: 3233 The Boulevard, Westmount QC H3Y 1S4, Tiana Beaulieu, GRADE 1 2 Claudia Paoletti 09, sports captain 3 technology teacher, Barbara Pappius, with her grade 1 students 4 Susan Orr-Mongeau, Director of Marketing & Communications 5 COVER: TALYA BOISJOLI 10 AND EVA HALABIAN 10

4 Leadership Tradition & Innovation Moving forward: Our Strategic Plan Board of Governors Chair Louis Régimbal Treasurer Brenda Bartlett 76 Secretary Sylvi Plante Members Gaétan Bouchard Scott Jones Barbara Karasek Andrea McConnell Sarah Ivory Stewart 78 Adjunct Lisa Smith Supported by a long and proud history, The Study is currently in the midst of a new strategic planning process. A comprehensive plan, adopted in 1997, introduced major improvements to the facilities, facilitated the growth of the senior school, introduced a community service programme, an expanded after school programme and enhanced communications with parents. In 2003, another plan ushered the development of a 21 st century approach to learning along with a renewed curriculum design, heightened student awareness of the importance of wellness, established an Advancement & Alumnae Relations office, and supported our faculty through professional development. This, our current plan, is being developed through an open process that includes all the school s various constituencies: students, parents, alumnae, faculty and staff, Board members. We are seeking a wide range of ideas and input in order to ensure proper representation as we launch this process. As we chart The Study s future, our responsibility is both to the past and the present. These are challenging times for all schools in Quebec: declining birth rates, restricted access through legislation, and a very serious economic downturn, to mention a few pressure points. We expect the new strategic plan to be bold and forward thinking, building on our current strengths and core values. La vision de l école The Study n a pas changé : nous voulons être une communauté fière, dynamique et financièrement autonome constituée d élèves, d enseignants et de parents qui travaillent tous ensemble pour s assurer que chacune de nos filles exploite pleinement ses capacités, à la fois comme personne engagée dans la société, comme citoyenne du monde et comme un individu qui continuera d apprendre tout au long de sa vie. L environnement éducatif qui règne à The Study reste ouvert sur le monde, multiculturel, et il reflète le vibrant héritage francophone et anglophone qui caractérise Montréal. Et grâce au leadership dévoué d Elizabeth Falco, le Conseil des gouverneurs a l assurance que cette vision repose entre bonnes mains. À titre de président du Conseil, je peux vous assurer que The Study continuera de porter une attention particulière à l attitude de prudence et de discipline qui s impose sur le plan financier, dans toutes les sphères de l administration scolaire, tout en allant de l avant avec notre plan visant à favoriser la croissance et l innovation. C est d ailleurs cette combinaison, l innovation et la vision, qui a toujours grandement contribué à faire de l école The Study un endroit où l on parvient à éduquer les jeunes filles avec autant de succès. Notre plan fournira un solide cadre de travail, bien réfléchi, à l intérieur duquel nous pourrons prendre des décisions éclairées sur l avenir prometteur de notre école. Nous vous tiendrons au courant, au fur et à mesure que notre nouveau plan stratégique se déploiera, et nous comptons sur votre appui pour le mettre en pratique. Louis Régimbal Chair of the Board of Governors 2 Trillium Spring / summer 2009

5 Intersect Here Educating Today s Learners Le changement de saison est une métaphore qui colle parfaitement à l école The Study L année scolaire s amorce dans la frénésie et l anticipation, laissant ensuite la place à un sentiment d accomplissement à mesure que les filles (et leurs dévoués professeurs) commencent à voir le fruit de leur labeur. Et le point culminant de tous ces efforts, c est bien sûr le bonheur subtil, inaltérable, de sentir qu on a franchi une autre étape, et de savoir qu un repos bien mérité se pointe à l horizon. Toutefois, l analogie ne s arrête pas là. En effet, sur le plan symbolique, dans leur évolution sans âge mais constante, les saisons expriment de belle façon ce qui me semble être la principale caractéristique de l école The Study : la synergie qui existe entre la tradition et l innovation. Over the past year, I have had the pleasure of meeting many alumnae in and outside Montreal to discuss girls education in a format we called Le Salon, reminiscent of the social gatherings that flourished in France in the 17 th and 18 th centuries. These intimate soirées provided me with the opportunity to hear what old girls (a term I m beginning to appreciate) experienced at The Study, as well as what they most valued. The common thread, regardless of era, is that the school has prepared young women to become confident, articulate, critical thinkers who engage with the world as leaders in their chosen field of endeavour. Year after year, season after season. Throughout this edition of The Trillium, I invite you to read about how we are upholding this tradition. As a member of The Study community, I am confident you will be both impressed and inspired. Significantly, however, The Study also continues to evolve, taking the best of the past and building upon it to prepare our students for the dynamic, unknowable future that awaits them. In fact, I would argue that innovation itself is a tradition at The Study. For example, our pioneering bilingual and laptop programs are now complemented by new, leading-edge initiatives such as personalized learning (based on advanced brain research) and reality-based learning. To better understand this quintessential 21 st century pedagogy, I invite you to read the feature story on pages 16 and 17. Hodding Carter once famously expressed: There are two bequests we can give our children: One is roots, the other is wings. In the same spirit, I believe marrying tradition with innovation is the best way to prepare a new generation of girls for challenging and diverse post-secondary studies, meaningful careers and purposeful and happy lives. As another dynamic academic year culminates, I am delighted and proud that our girls are ready for the future that awaits them. Elizabeth Falco, M.Ed MBA Head of School below (l to r) Sylvie bastiendoss, director of elementary school; Elizabeth Falco, Head of School and antonia zannis, director of senior school. facing page Louis Régimbal, Chair of Board of Governors, father of Stéphanie 07, pictured here with daughter Olivia 11

6 Achievements left (l to r) Sarah morgan 12 and caroline najjar 12 working with the award-winning robot in the study s new tech and design center made possible through grants as well as a much appreciated contribution from the battat family Building Lean, Mean Intelligent Machines Multiple medals & championship wins Grade 8 and 9 Robotics students won multiple medals at the First Lego League Challenge, a global science and technology competition requiring teams to build a robot that can complete timed missions. Teams must also research and solve given problems, then present their solution to a panel of judges. In preparation for the competition, the impassioned grade 8 and 9 Study students and Science teacher, Ms. Miller, worked tirelessly after school and on weekends engineering robots in The Study s new Technology and Design Centre. The centre features a SMART board and 8 new imac computers as well as drill presses, vices and hand tools. Students program the robots using AutoCAD, Mindstorm NXT software and Bluetooth technology. The grade 9 Study team won the Research Project Category. The grade 8 Study team made it to the Ontario Provincial Championships, where they placed first out of 45 teams in the Teamwork Category! I am very proud of the progress that our rookie robotics team made, said Ms. Miller. Throughout the competition, teams must exemplify the First Lego League s core values: work to find the solutions with guidance from coaches, honour the spirit of friendly sportsmanship, display gracious professionalism in all actions, value discovery over winning, share experiences with others, and have fun! Hats off Congratulations to members of our first-time CRC Study Robotics Team who won five Best Rookie awards and one Overall Second Place Award in the Journal Category: Kimia Amouzegar 09, Corinne Bertoia 09, Anna Cybulsky 09, Shirley Yin Kay Ho 09, Ariel Jay 09, Emilie Michel 09, Adrianna Modafferi 09, Isabelle Richard 09, Annie Saleh 09, Claire Shaw 09, and Ashley Whalen 09. Six awards at the high-level CRC competition For the first time, The Study Robotics Team competed in the high-calibre, multi-disciplinary CRC Robotics competition held at H.S. Billings High School. The Study won the Overall Second place Medal in the Journals Category. They also won the Overall Best Rookie Award, as well as Best Rookie in the following categories: Kiosk, Website, Video, and Journal. The cross-curricular CRC competition challenges high school and CEGEP students and links English, French, computer science, mathematics, art, science, and more. All participating teams were required to engineer robots that gather coloured tennis balls, open six miniature garage doors, and shoot the matching balls through each door in less than five minutes. Teams also created a website that described the steps involved in building their robot, together with an online journal which included the personal experiences during the process. Teams submitted a video showcasing the school and the construction of the robot, and they also built a kiosk, which served as a robot display and repair station. The event also challenged students to apply classroom theory to practical situations and got them comfortable experimenting in the technological world outside of school. Congratulations to our talented Study robotics coaches, Kelly Miller, Anna-Maria Palumbo and Roland Bienvenu for entering this high-level competition! 4 Trillium Spring / summer 2009

7 New Biology Club By Diana-Luk Ye 09 Advanced Biology is a course taken either in grade 10 or 11. Many of us in grade 11 had already taken this course the previous year, and it was disappointing to us that we could not take another Biology course in our final year at The Study. In addition, some grade 10 girls were very enthusiastic Advanced Biology students and they wanted as much Biology as they could get. These motivations led me to talk with my Biology teacher, Ms. Kim Silkauskas, about the possibility of starting a Biology Club. Girls in grade 10 and 11 with a significant knowledge in Biology could join the new group. In order to have their participation in the Bio Club on their report card, each member must participate in at least 75% of all meetings. One of the commitments of membership is presenting at least one Biologyrelated project of your choice. With the guidance of Ms. Silkauskas, the Biology Club was initiated this school year. We, the twenty proud members of this club, have completed topics about the HIV Virus, the immune system, various ecological systems, and common pediatric illnesses. Members of the club acted as volunteers at the Montreal Children s Hospital Mini Med School this past fall. We also presented challenging activities to club members, such as the dissection of a one-meter long shark. Club attacks shark! The dissection of the shark, a project organized by club members, Victoria Di Genova 10 and Catherine Lépine 10, was the club s first dissection. It was a great review of all the physiological systems taught from the grade 9 Biology curriculum. Despite the vulgar stench of the shark, it was a fantastic educational experience. The horizons of projects are limitless when it comes to presenting in the Biology Club! above (l to r) Biology Club shark dissection: grade 11 club members Corinne Bertoia, Jillian Li On Wing, Kimia Amouzegar, and Shirley Yin Kay Ho enjoy digging in. Advanced Technology Filmmakers, Animators & Web Designers in the making When Study Advanced Technology students are filming movies, you will see them working in the hallway, setting up lights and microphones, adjusting the settings on a broadcast-quality video camera, and getting the actors ready to say their lines. Students complete every step of the filmmaking process, from the writing and planning, to video-editing. Computer-science classes are compulsory for grade 7 and 8 students. By grades 9 and 10, girls have the option above (l to r) students, Ariel Jay 09, Madison McLeod 09, and Annie Saleh 09 with their fellow AITM classmates 5 Trillium Spring / summer 2009 of continuing in Integrated Technology Management, which is a prerequisite to Advanced Integrated Technology Management in grade 11. The 21st century learner is a digital learner, said Amalia Liogas, The Study s technology teacher and IT Director. Kelly David 09, is one of the 10 students in Ms Liogas s AITM class. She has learned how to make websites, use Photoshop, PowerPoint, Word and Excel. She has also produced animated shorts using Adobe Flash. For Kelly, making a film is a labour of love. It s challenging, but we ve learned a lot. We use Final Cut and After Effects, she said. We use Illustrator and DVD Studio Pro to make portfolios. Learning information technology isn t just about fun. It s also about learning practical tools for future life and career. A lot of hard work goes into these classes, Ms. Liogas said. When Study graduates go to CEGEP and University, they will easily be able to make presentations that no others can match and be well on their way to advanced media studies should they chose to continue.

8 Achievements Le concours d art oratoire Par Louise Paquin, responsable du département de français Above (l to r) top ranking French public speaking students Caroline Najjar 12 and Sabrina Roy 12 Le lundi 16 février dernier, à l école The Study, se tenait la finale du concours d art oratoire junior (premier cycle, 1re et 2e années). À cette occasion, quatre candidates de la 8e année ont présenté leur discours : Sabrina Roy 12, Sabrina Nolan 12, Caroline Najjar et Francesca Masella 12. C est avec grande fierté que nous soulignons la performance de Sabrina Roy qui, pour la deuxième année consécutive, a terminé en première place, alors que Caroline Najjar 12 raflait le deuxième prix. Mentionnons également que Sabrina nous a dignement représentés lors de la grande finale de l Association des écoles indépendantes du Québec (QAIS), qui se déroulait à l école Herzliah le jour suivant, où elle a terminé en troisième place. Félicitations, Sabrina! Le concours d art oratoire permet aux jeunes d acquérir une expérience pratique dans l art d exprimer clairement leurs idées en public. Les élèves continuent de nous étonner par leur talent, leur imagination, la profondeur de leurs recherches et de leurs réflexions. Concrètement, les élèves doivent rédiger un texte de 3 à 5 minutes (junior) et de 4 à 6 minutes (senior) à partir d un des sujets imposés. Puis, elles doivent mémoriser leur discours et le présenter d abord en classe devant leurs camarades. Les élues de chacune des classes se mesurent ensuite en demi-finales. Enfin, quelques candidates sont choisies pour l affrontement de la grande finale, qui se déroule devant camarades et jury. Un grand merci à Mme Sylvie Beaudoin pour nous avoir rappelé que c est ici, à The Study, qu a été créé le concours d art oratoire, il y a de cela plusieurs années. Mme Marie Françoise Jothy en a été l instigatrice et, au départ en 1990, seulement trois écoles y participaient : Selwyn House, Queen of Angels et The Study. Par la suite, le QAIS a pris la relève. Aujourd hui, des candidats de plus d une quinzaine d écoles y participent. Quelle belle initiative de notre école! Clarity of Thought & Expression By Wanda Swiderski, Senior School English teacher The art of public speaking is highly valued at The Study and merits encouragement, practice and cultivation. Through public speaking competitions, students learn valuable research, writing, presentation, and leadership skills that will serve them the rest of their lives. In autumn, all of the Quebec Association of Independent Schools (QAIS) receive a list of diverse quotations, proverbs and adages from the school that will be hosting the competition at the Junior (grade 7 and 8), Intermediate (grade 9) and Senior (grade 10 and 11) levels. The goal for the students is to prepare a persuasive speech inspired by one of the statements. It is then that the students begin the process involved in developing a speech with passion, substance and logical argumentation. Mastering the art of public speaking In order to understand the context of their selected quotation, students research the author or source. They are then encouraged to come up with an issue they feel passionate about that relates to the quote. In English class, Study girls learn techniques for building a persuasive speech, then research their topic thoroughly to develop the content. Students in grades 7, 8, and 9 prepare a three-minute speech, while students in grades 10 and 11 prepare a fourminute speech. An in-class round takes place to determine the top two speeches from each class. They are then presented at a Senior School Assembly, where judges determine the top speeches that will represent The Study at the final Junior, Intermediate and Senior QAIS Competitions. QAIS Success The Study has experienced great success over the last few years in the QAIS Competition Final Round First Place, Junior Public Speaking Jessica Magonet 2007 First Place, Junior Public Speaking Anastasia Johnson 2008 First Place, Junior Public Speaking Emily Bradeen 2008 Second Place, Senior Public Speaking Jessica Magonet We wish this year s candidates great success as they compete in the finals! 6 Trillium Spring / summer 2009 ABOVE (l to r) top ranking English public speaking students Jessica Magonet 09, Anastasia Johnson 10, Emily Bradeen 11

9 Un lien direct L application des connaissances dans le monde réel Par Jamila Oualla, Enseignante de sciences et Sylvie Bastien-Doss, Directrice de l école primaire Above les élèves de 6iÈme année avec Dr sonya Lacoursiére, Orthodontiste, et mere de Zoe Edger-Lacoursiére 14 et mia Edger-Lacoursiére 17 Bientôt, comme lors des deux années précédentes, les élèves de 6e année se rendront à l Hôpital Général de Montréal pour présenter leur projet de recherche sur le corps humain et discuter avec des médecins, des infirmiers ou infirmières et d autres intervenants ou visiteurs de l hôpital. Malgré leurs agendas chargés, pharmacologue, cardiologue, pneumologue, gastro-entérologue, orthodontiste et chirurgien, autant de parents bénévoles, étaient encore une fois au rendez-vous pour discuter avec les élèves et répondre à leurs questions. Appuyant leur présentation par du matériel et des maquettes de démonstration, les intervenants du milieu ont pu mettre en commun leurs connaissances et leurs compétences pour expliquer aux élèves comment l organe fonctionne, les pathologies qui l affectent et pour démystifier la technologie utilisée pour les traiter. À titre d exemple, les élèves ont pu voir une maquette tridimensionnelle d un cœur, constater de façon palpable les différentes parties qui le constituent ainsi que leurs rôles dans le fonctionnement de cet organe vital du corps humain. Elles ont également touché à différents instruments, comme un stimulateur cardiaque ou encore un ballon servant à débloquer une veine bouchée. Intéressées, les élèves ont posé toutes sortes de questions pour comprendre aussi bien l organe que la technologie qui contribue à le soigner ou à améliorer son état. Il s est établi une belle complicité et une formidable collaboration entre les membres de la communauté de The Study : différents acteurs se sont impliqués pour motiver les élèves à apprendre autrement tout en s ouvrant à la réalité du monde qui les entoure. Ainsi, les élèves ont vécu une situation d apprentissage authentique qui a stimulé leur curiosité et leur a procuré le goût d apprendre et de se dépasser. À travers ce projet interdisciplinaire touchant aussi bien les sciences que le français, les mathématiques, l art et l informatique, les élèves ont été amenées à découvrir, à comprendre et à donner un sens à leur apprentissage. Elles ont également pu situer leurs connaissances dans un contexte social et environnemental, ce qui leur a permis de voir clairement la pertinence et l application de leur savoir. Nous remercions sincèrement l équipe des parents pour leur accueil chaleureux, leur ouverture et leur générosité envers nos jeunes. Dr Marcel Baltzan, Pneumologue, père de Isabel Baltzan 14 Dr Vicky Baffis, Gastroenterologue, mère de Irene Kaloyannis 14 Dr Katia Betito-Kruger, Pharmacologie, mère de Emma Kruger 16 Dr Sonya Lacoursière, Orthodontiste, mère de Zoë Edger-Lacoursière 14 et Mia Edger-Lacoursière 17 Dr Caroline Michel, Cardiologue, mère de Alexandrine Obrand 14 et Alyssa Obrand 16 Dr Lan Truong, Chirurgie plastique, mère de Jessica McDonald

10 Achievements The Language of Music Above mia calandriello 20 is enjoying the spotlight as she sings in the music room. Below (l to r) playing clarinet: madeleine GÉnÉreux 14 and sharon chee yin ho 14 In the words of Eric Olsen, Music is what life sounds like. In grade 6, students at The Study have the opportunity to learn the language of music through the instrumental music program. The girls choose from a wide variety of concert band instruments, including the flute, the clarinet, alto or tenor saxophone, trumpet, trombone, baritone and even the tuba! They begin their year by learning about the different instruments and trying out their favourites to find the one that suits them best (this also includes a trip to a real symphony concert!) Connecting with the world of music Playing an instrument opens up the doors to many fun-filled activities, including playing in a large band setting, learning a wide array of great songs, writing and creating original musical works, and performing in three major concerts. Students at The Study also connect with professional musicians from the community, in a number of Meet the Musician clinics held throughout the year. Each clinician works with the band as a whole, as well as a specific section of the band, in a focused mini-clinic where students get one-on-one assistance with their instruments. It is a unique opportunity to experience music in a hands-on way, with no previous experience required! Students who choose to pursue music as an option in Senior School have the opportunity to take part in more exciting projects, such as creating and recording their own CD, performing in concerts and festivals, and attending a variety of musical performances. And, each student gets one-on-one assistance with her instrument. 8 Trillium Spring / summer 2009

11 à l é c o l e d e s s o r c i e r s Presenting 2009 Dram Saison d art dramatique La saison s est amorcée de brillante Façon le 29 janvier dernier, alors que la salle Mary-Liistro-Hébert affichait complet. Trois talentueuses élèves de 11e année, Chloé Tait, Ariel Jay et Christine Waldvogel, ont alors dirigé une production très imaginative de The Wizard of Oz. La distribution, composée des filles de 7 e et 8 e années, a saisi avec enthousiasme cette occasion de travailler avec les aînées. «C était une expérience tellement fantastique que j espère moi aussi avoir la chance de diriger des filles de 7 e et 8 e années quand je serai en 11 e», a souligné Tatiana Baizer 13, qui a délicieusement interprété le rôle-titre de Dorothy. Les 3 et 4 mars, des élèves de 6 e année vont quant à elles monter une autre pièce très créative une adaptation de Harry Potter à l école des sorciers en s inspirant des romans tellement appréciés de J.K. Rowling. Cette production, jouée entièrement en français est le résultat d un effort de collaboration. Les élèves ne se contentent pas d interpréter un pérsonnage et de diriger la pièce : elles créent aussi les décors, qu elles agrémentent de projections multimédia, en plus de concevoir leurs costumes. Mieux encore, chaque élève a aussi la responsabilité d une tâche liée à la production, en arrière-scène, comme si elle travaillait dans une véritable compagnie théâtrale, et ce, tout au long du processus des répétitions. Ce sont les élèves des 9 e, 10 e et 11 e années qui monteront la dernière production dramatique de la saison à The Study. Il s agira d un polar créé par la plus grande auteure de récits policiers de tous les temps, Agatha Christie. Ainsi, une distribution jumelée de 16 élèves jouera la pièce The Mousetrap. Kati Kemeny, professeure d art dramatique à l école secondaire, se montre particulièrement emballée par la distribution, de même que par le thé d honneur qui sera servi aux spectateurs dans la bibliothèque de l école, dont le but est de leur faire vivre une expérience spéciale d avant-représentation. The Mousetrap Harry Potter Ladies and gentlemen, girls and boys, welcome to The Study s presentation of f Read more Online! News Archives & Student Showcase Archives The Wizard of Oz The Wizard of January 29, at 7 starring students in grades s une adaptatio Harry Potter à l école Le 3 et 4 mars, à 1 mettant en vedette les élèv The Mousetr April 23 & 24, at 7 pm, pre-show a starring students in grades ni For information and tickets: Pour information et billets : Lecture partagée C est sur une base hebdomadaire que les élèves de 5 e année rejoignent leurs partenaires de la maternelle, dans les classes d anglais et de français, pour des séances de «lecture partagée». À cette occasion, les filles prennent soin les unes des autres et s enrichissent entre elles, développant des relations mutuellement bénéfiques. En plus d aider les jeunes filles de la maternelle à se sentir plus en confiance et plus heureuses dans leur nouvel environnement, cela procure aussi aux élèves de 5 e année un grand sens des responsabilités. Elles tirent d ailleurs une grande fierté de leur rôle de grandes sœurs! Quant aux fillettes de la maternelle, elles reçoivent une attention personnalisée qui contribue grandement à peaufiner leurs aptitudes en lecture et en écriture. Plus encore, les élèves de la 5 e année obtiennent ainsi un public tout naturel, ce qui leur servira bien dans le cadre de divers travaux. Les jeunes filles de 5 e année ainsi que les fillettes de la maternelle apprécient également ces séances de «lecture partagée». Toutes les élèves travaillent à une pléthore d activités tout au long de l année : elles écrivent des poèmes, améliorent leurs aptitudes en compréhension de textes, effectuent des sondages et pratiquent leurs techniques d entrevue, pour n en nommer que quelques-unes. En pratiquant leur français individuellement, les élèves de la maternelle acquièrent de la confiance en leurs capacités de parler cette langue devant toute la classe. «Les filles de la maternelle ont dernièrement mémorisé une comptine. Elles ont pu la réciter en petits groupes. C est une occasion fantastique de créer de solides amitiés tout en utilisant la langue française», souligne Line Benoit, professeure de français en maternelle. above (back) samantha sambrook 15 and mia calandriello 20, (front) anne sophie levee 15 and frédérique savard

12 Athletics Football Champions By Claudia Paoletti 09, Sports Captain The upcoming touch football season is going to be exciting! On the heels of last year s championship and undefeated season, we have some pretty big cleats to fill. The season is extra-special to me; it will be my last, as I am graduating this year. Playing football for the last four years has taught me a lot. During the 7-game football season, we meet twice a week to practice pitching, interceptions, zone and man-to-man defense. We also develop plays, humorously entitled Funky Town and Stimpy. During games we anticipate, think on our feet, and adapt to the situation because the game can change in a split second. I will be taking Lara De Stefano s 08 place as quarterback. I m nervous, but I cannot wait to get on the field. Football is the most fun sport of the five I play at The Study. Since we are one of the better teams, there is rarely tenseness on the field, just smiles and teamwork. Our coaches, Mona Bosnakyan 02 and Laine Roczniak 02, are both Study Alumnae, and are great! In regular, as well as playoff games, we play four downs with 20 minutes running time. Let the games begin! left Claudia Paoletti 09 It takes a village By Laurie Traylen, Director of Athletics At The Study, we work as a team to promote athletics, physical fitness and sportsmanship. Our program is greatly enhanced by parents and alumnae who give of their time to share their special expertise and ideas. They enhance our staff and help extend learning beyond the classroom. A sincere note of appreciation goes to the roster of volunteer coaches; Lori Baird (mother of Caroline Morgan 06 and Arielle Morgan 08), Suzanne Legge-Orr (mother of Jacqueline Orr 12), Clay Bertoia (father of Corinne 09), Stephanie Michel (sister of Andrea 08 and Emilie 09), alumnae Mona Bosnakyan 02 and Laine Roczniak Trillium Spring / summer 2009

13 1 2 Bantam Team wins GMAA Banner Basketball élémentaire Chaque hiver, la saison de l équipe de basketball de l école élémentaire se met en branle. L entraînement commence dès le retour du congé scolaire hivernal de mars, après les cours et sur l heure du midi. En tout, l équipe comprend 22 jeunes élèves enthousiastes, qui pratiquent les tirs déposés, les rebonds, la défensive mi-terrain et les deux contre un avec beaucoup de détermination. «Leur niveau de jeu s est amélioré considérablement depuis le début de la saison. Elles sont prêtes à affronter leurs adversaires,» constate Susie Levesque, professeur d éducation physique de l école primaire et entraîneure de l équipe de basketball. Le premier tournoi de l Association des écoles privées du Grand Montréal s est tenu à l école Sacred Heart le vendredi 13 février dernier, et nos filles y ont fait très belle figure. D ici la fin de la saison, nous disputerons des matches contre les écoles Roslyn, ECS et Sinclair Laird. L équipe prévoit également accueillir un tournoi ici même, à l école The Study, vers la fin de la saison. Nos filles ont hâte de se mesurer à leurs adversaires à l occasion de ces différents tournois! 1 The Grade 5 and 6 enthusiastic basketball team Row, row, row your boat! By Courtney Brais 09 Whether it is basketball, alpine skiing or even cross-country running, every sport takes a certain technique athletes strive to master. Running up bleachers, sprinting hurdles over hay stacks and then, after a group stretch, running up to Boat House 7 at Montreal s Olympic rowing basin, The Study crew team prepares the boats in order for the real practice to begin. Without a doubt, my fellow team members from grades 8-11 and I are all getting an amazing workout! Starting the first week of April, the crew meets after school twice a week, on Mondays and Thursdays. We have certainly made significant progress since previous seasons, winning Bronze in the Eastern Canada High School Regatta in spring of 2008! Precision, form & strength As I ve been rowing for nearly five years now, I can definitely say that rowing is predominantly about precision, form and well-applied strength. It is unlike any other sport, which might explain why it may take a little longer to achieve success. As we row primarily an eight-man (or should I say woman!) boat, the entire crew must be dedicated to mastering the sport and improving their technique. I speak on behalf of the entire team when I say that between laughing when an oar pops out of the rigger or suddenly having your seat fly off the slide, we all have a fantastic time, collapsing on the docks after a great, hardworking practice. 2 (L to R) Kiara kaminski 09 and corinne Bertoia 09 Cross-Country Ski Champs The Study s Cross-country Ski team enjoyed a great season. Our Bantam Cross- country Ski team won the GMAA Banner and our Midget Crosscountry Ski Team came second overall in the GMAA season! Congratulations to our individual medalists: Amanda Debruyn 09 won the Juvenile Gold medal overall for the GMAA season, and Talya Boisjoli 10 won the Midget Silver medal. In the bantam category, Jacqueline Orr 12 won Silver, Samantha Backman 12 won Bronze and Malika Karasek-Bereza 12 came fourth. 3 Back row (l to r) Samantha Backman 12, Malika Karasek-Bereza 12, Carley Sambrook 12, Mrs. Suzanne Legge, Study parent, Mrs. Lori Baird, Former Study Parent, Mrs Sambrook, Study Parent Middle row (l to r) Jacqueline Orr 12, Corinne Bertoia 09, Amanda Debruyn 09, Talya Boisjoli 10, Jessica Magonet 09 Front Row (l to r) Patricia Johnsson 11, Natalia Villanova

14 Athletics Les élèves de maternelle, de première et de deuxième années avaient les yeux grands ouverts et le sourire fendu jusqu aux oreilles, tellement elles étaient émerveillées et emballées, quand elles ont visité pour la première fois la piscine intérieure de l école, à l Annexe. Couleurs piscine Appuyées et guidées par leurs professeurs, des sauveteurs et des parents bénévoles, les jeunes élèves ont passé tout l après-midi à nager, à plonger et à jouer dans la piscine géante sans vagues. Caroline Lemarbre, superviseure de l école primaire, explique que les activités en piscine procurent aux élèves un nouvel environnement pour découvrir leurs multiples talents. «Qu il s agisse de plonger dans la partie profonde ou de faire des bulles sous l eau, cette activité a permis aux élèves de montrer de nouveaux talents que leurs camarades et leurs professeurs n avaient jamais vus, souligne Mme Lemarbre. Ces simples gestes ont une saveur bien spéciale pour les filles.» Les activités à l extérieur des salles de classe, et notamment dans l eau, nourrissent d autres parties de la personnalité des élèves, renforçant ainsi leur estime de soi, leur capacité d exploration et de découverte. «Mon amie m a montré à nager très vite. J ai encore besoin de pratiquer, mais je sais maintenant comment mettre ma tête sous l eau en respirant comme il faut», raconte Joyce Li 19. BELOW Splish Splash! Elementary students have a blast in the Study s Annexe pool 12 Trillium Spring 2008 / summer 2009

15 Girls for the Cure Raising Funds, One Step at a Time! All Study girls from grades 5 to 11 took full advantage of the sunny September 25 morning and walked to the Belvedere lookout for the Girls for the Cure fundraising event, proudly carrying The Study school banner and the four individual house banners. They joined hundreds of other students from surrounding girls independent schools and together raised a combined amount of about $139, 000, targeted to help fund women s cancer treatment and related services at St. Mary s Hospital. Surprise visit from Olympian Study Alumna Andréanne Morin 98, Olympian and Study Alumna, made a surprise visit to support the worthy cause. Andréanne, a Study grad, a Princeton grad, a two-time Olympic athlete and now a Université de Montréal law student, answered Study students eager questions about competing in the 2008 Olympic games in women s eight rowing. It s always great to visit The Study, said Andréanne. As always, the girls are smiling, inquisitive, and genuinely happy. I cherish the opportunity to be a role model to these outstanding young women, she added. Many thanks go to Girls for the Cure committee members Jillian Li On Wing 09, Corinne Bertoia 09, and Emilie Michel 09, for making the event a huge success! above Study Alumnae, Andréanne Morin 98, two-time olympic athlete walks with grade 6 students f Read more To learn more about how you can help enhance our athletics & wellness programming, activities & curriculum at The Study, please read about The Andréanne Morin Athletics & Wellness Fund on page

16 Academics Leadership at The Study By Antonia Zannis, Director of Senior School f Read more To learn more about how you can help enhance Leadership programming, activities & curriculum at The Study, please read about The Judy Elder Leadership Fund on page 21. Leadership and community spirit are two integral parts of life at The Study. Indeed, one of the first things that impressed me when I first joined The Study, seven years ago, was the strength of the leadership program. In fact, there was no real program per se, with a course description and time allotted in the schedule. Instead, it was a pervasive feeling or spirit, a philosophy that was evident in classrooms, co-curricular activities indeed, in all aspects of life at The Study. Students took, and continue to take, initiative in so many domains. Many of our clubs and activities exist as a direct result of student initiatives related to their areas of interest, their concern for others and their commitment to their school. When Sophine Johnsson 06 was in grade 8 and had a dream to start up a Free The Children chapter, she was encouraged to put together a proposal and find a teacher mentor. Thanks to her initiative, and that of students who followed her, our Free The Children chapter is still going strong. When Tanya Wong 04 decided in grade 10 to run a Model United Nations, she garnered the support she needed from classmates and faculty and realized her dream. Rebecca Hooton 07 wanted to direct a grade 7/8 play. She was encouraged to proceed and we still have student-directed grade 7/8 plays today. One year, Stephanie Claxton 12 wanted to help children who were confined to the hospital, and she organized the preparations of cards by her classmates for these ailing children. When Corinne Bertoia 09 and Jessica Magonet 09 wanted to start an environmental club, they found a staff advisor and forged ahead. The result includes a great recycling center, bicycle racks at the school, a walk to school programme, a composting programme and a national environmental conference with keynote guest speakers such as Marc Kielburger, Elizabeth May and Ray Zahab. Of course, what is important to remember is that what counts is not just the legacy of these ongoing activities. The continued presence of a philosophy at The Study, whereby students are exposed to global issues, are encouraged to think and dream and take initiative is so very important. Whether through traditional leadership roles, or those not yet dreamed of, students at The Study benefit from a truly unique Leadership Programme. Above (l to r) Grade 11 student council members Diana-Luk Ye, Elementary School Prefect, Amanda Debruyn, Sub-Head Girl, Giuseppina Di Lillo, Entertainment Prefect, Amanda Ip, Head Girl, Maria-Olivia Castellano, Secretary, Annie Saleh, Treasurer, and Claudia Paoletti, Sports Captain 14 Trillium Spring / summer 2009

17 Music Through the Ages By A concert Volunteering my time to benefit others less fortunate is enriching, fulfilling, humbling and rewarding. with community impact In Summer 2007, as Mr. Ken Jones, President Emeritus of the Jamaica America Friendship Association (J.A.F.A.), overheard me practicing on piano, he was inspired to contemplate organizing a Command Concert in which I would perform my repertoire, along with talented musicians in Jamaica. My parents and I embraced the idea, and suggested that the concert be organized as a charitable event to benefit children in need. Eleven months of planning and preparation gave birth to the inaugural Music Through the Ages Concert that was held at the University Chapel of The University of the West Indies in Kingston, Jamaica, on July 6, 2008, under the patronage of Congratulations! On January 23, 2009 Head of School Elizabeth Falco awarded the Governor General s Academic Medal for 2008 to Julie D Aoust 08, who was at The Study from grade 6 through graduation. This Academic Medal is one of the most prestigious awards a student in a Canadian senior school can receive. Julie is pictured here with her parents Lindsay and Denis D Aoust on award day. Sir Kenneth Hall, Governor General of Jamaica, Lady Hall and Brenda LaGrange Johnson, U.S. Ambassador. The concert was a resounding Anastasia Johnson 10 success and yielded a substantial profit that helped boost J.A.F.A. s resources for charity and community development. Some of the proceeds were used to create two bursaries for students to attend the University of Technology, while other proceeds financed J.A.F.A. s Christmas treat for more than 150 children selected from over a dozen orphanages. Another impact of my community service was the launch of the lunchtime Classical Concert Series at the U.S. Embassy, created to provide opportunities for young music students to perform in public. Most of all, I am pleased that my contribution is said to have inspired other young musicians, and that due to the success of the inaugural concert, another is being planned for this summer. Being able to share my love of music and inspiring others makes it all worthwhile. I truly believe, more than ever, that the more one gives, the more one receives. Elizabeth Falco, Head of School, is pictured here congratulating Diana-Luk Ye 09 who was recognized by the Quebec Association of Fundraising Professionals as an Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy, an honour bestowed at the organization s 2008 National Philanthropy Day. In the last two years, Diana-Luk Ye has performed over 200 hours of community service and she has recently been selected to participate in the Shad Valley Summer Leadership Program. above Elizabeth falco presents outstanding youth in philanthropy award to Diana-luk Ye 09 left Julie D Aoust 08 with parents, Mme Lindsay D Aoust and M denis D Aoust 15

18 feature Reality Reality-based learning is learning and reflection through authentic experiences. At The Study, the outside world becomes the classroom: there, students connect with members of the local community and experts in the field to help solve real-life problems. The realitybased curriculum design results in highly motivated, engaged and joyful students, profound learning and the true development of creativity, critical thinking and teamwork. Learning is Learning at its Best By Lin Stranberg For a marketing-savvy group of grade 9 Study students, the possibility of a trip to China this spring presents more than an opportunity to sample another culture. If their project moves forward quickly enough, they could find themselves involved in a JiangMen Trade Fair, launching a Quebec product in the Chinese marketplace for the first time. Either way, they ll experience the challenge and learning of a venture in global entrepreneurship. Analyzing the strengths and weaknesses of math games and working with a manufacturer to invent one of their own redefines how grade 1 girls are learning math. When grade 11 law students act as crown and defense attorneys in moot law, they prepare legal cases and plead them before a judge of the Superior Court of Quebec. And in grade 6, girls bring their medical learning and awareness to the community with information and prevention booths in the lobby of the Montreal General Hospital. The process is an important part of the learning This is reality-based learning, the latest in a long tradition of pedagogical innovations at The Study that began with the school in It marks another breakthrough first among Montreal area independent girls schools: first bilingual school, first laptopequipped school, first wireless school, and now, first to lead with reality-based learning. When students work on projects related to the world around them, it takes on deeper meaning; as a result, the learning they experience is much more profound. The projects are fluid, dynamic and unpredictable, as real-life situations usually are, and students learn to manage any problems and opportunities that might arise: the process is an important part of the learning. With 19 reality-based learning projects underway at all levels, The Study is reinventing school for the 21st century. The Study s intentional approach Education for the 21st century promotes more durable learning with which girls can face the future confidently, no matter how the world is changing around them, says Head of School, Elizabeth Falco. We design reality-based learning not for the bells and whistles, or because we know the projects are fun and exciting, but because it s leading-edge pedagogy supported by solid research, which our faculty translates into their daily practices in the classroom. Ours is a very intentional approach. Young people learn far better when the learning is relevant to the real world, adds Claude Picard, The Study s Director of Academics. Education is demanding. We re discovering so much more about the brain and learning, and the knowledge base is changing at a frantic pace. At The Study, we make it a priority to keep on the leading edge of brain-based research and practice. 16 Trillium Spring / summer 2009

19 engaged. motivated. joyful. LEFT grade 1 student, tiana beaulieu, in lab, CENTER TALYA BOISJOLI 10 AND EVA HALABIAN 10 RIGHT Marie-Geo Sato 16 Qualities & values girls can rely on Designed to prepare today s students to navigate an uncertain and rapidly changing world, 21st century learning is focused on skills rather than information acquisition, competencies along with content. Girls learn not only skills, but qualities and values they can rely on, no matter how the world changes around them. Among these, Ms. Falco cites creativity; critical thinking; source judgment; analysis and synthesis; teambuilding; emotional intelligence; selfreflection; communication; and conflict resolution. The Study is lucky enough to be a small school with an engaged staff and the drive and agility to stay on top of learning. These advantages enable the school to readily embrace changes proposed to the Quebec curriculum, adhering to the courses connected to the Ministry of Education while using their flexibility to choose others. Every course on the curriculum is a careful fit, selected to align with The Study s intentional approach. Our faculty is motivated to understand and apply what needs to be taught at each level, Ms. Falco says. The great thing about this group of teachers is that they re intellectual; they understand the whys behind what they do and enjoy the academics around it. They re dedicated to teaching and love kids, so it s natural for them to want to make the best learning available to their students. They really care, and that s powerful. Concordia MBA Programme takes part in a Study project The Study s reality-based learning innovations are generating enthusiasm not only among students and teachers, but the companies and institutions with whom they re connecting. When The Study approached Concordia University regarding the grade 9 s Quebec-China marketing initiative, Dr. Alan Hochstein, Associate Dean, MBA Program at the John Molson School of Business (JMSB), was happy to get the call: We knew right away we wanted to participate, and we re thrilled to be part of this amazing project. The emphasis of the MBA program is to work more closely with the community, and this project qualifies as a special internship for which students will get a course credit. Under the direction of Dr. Christopher Ross, a full marketing professor at JMSB, the MBA students are now working closely with The Study s young entrepreneurs. We re a business school, and this is business. It s a win for everybody, says Dr. Hochstein. Helping students become global citizens Reality-based learning is emblematic of the approach to learning that keeps The Study at the forefront of pedagogy in Montreal, as the school upholds its proud history of innovation by living, learning and leading for the 21st century. Ms. Falco puts it well: We design our curriculum with the intention of enabling our students to develop skills that will serve them as global citizens in a world no one can foresee. 17

20 Staff Barbara Pappius Celebrates 30 Years By Kareen Finley, much-loved retired Study elementary teacher 18 Trillium Spring / summer 2009

21 When Barbara Pappius arrived at The Study in the Fall of 1979, she brought with her a very special measure of creative and artistic talent that she imparted to her new Kindergarten charges. The Kindergarten room was alive with children s creativity and there was always a buzz of activity surrounded by the comfortable chatter of five-yearolds. It was in these early moments of artistic expression, encouraged by Barbara, that children felt free to articulate the many ways in which they viewed the world and formed opinions. In her current role in computer technology, Barbara acknowledges how much technology has changed her teaching, bringing with it the rewards of seeing the children develop new ways of enriched learning. She is currently working on Photoshop and PowerPoint applications with grade 6 to produce documents for both their French and English classrooms, as well as assisting them in creating scenery for the Harry Potter play. Grade 5 recently worked very hard on their World Fair project, involving online research, word processing, and multi-media elements, including video editing. Girls in grade 4 are completing book trailers with imovie technology. In addition, they re beginning a robotics project in connection with their studies of native people in the Quebec region. This and so much more engenders that same buzz of activity that I saw in Barbara s Kindergarten class. An inspired and dedicated educator With a BA in Anthropology and a certificate in Early Childhood Education, followed subsequently by a Master s in Curriculum Design, it is no surprise to hear that Barbara enjoys thinking about education beyond the limits of everyday routine and lesson planning. To her, taking the time to think about the importance of what she is doing and what the force behind her teaching should be is paramount. Having seen many powerful changes in pedagogy over the 30-year span of her career at The Study, Barbara still hopes for more revolutionary change in the way we view schools and the way in which the needs of all students are met. Upon being asked if there was someone who inspired her greatly, Barbara s response was her mother, a successful scientist, whose infinite energy and lifelong search for knowledge taught Barbara and her sisters that nothing was impossible. These factors greatly influenced the way that Barbara looks at life, and they are indicative of what she has brought to her classroom and to her students. One of the greatest joys in her life is her husband, their two boys, and the life they have built together. Barbara takes great care in balancing her commitment as a full time educator and an active member of a loving family. facing page technology teacher, Barbara Pappius, with her grade 1 students far left, facing page the author, Kareen Finley Advanced Professional Development f Read more Online! News Archives Above and beyond the ongoing extensive professional development programme enjoyed by 100 percent of the faculty and staff at The Study, some staff members also pursue additional advanced educational programmes. Kelly Miller, a senior school science teacher, is also pursuing her PhD in the Department of Integrated Studies at McGill University, where her research involves physics education. Anita Nowak, The Study s Director of Advancement & Alumnae Relations, is also working on her PhD in the Faculty of Education at McGill University. Grounded in critical pedagogy and social 19 Trillium Spring / summer 2009 justice education, her research involves interviews with social innovators that is, the agents of social change who are compelled to support and empower others through what she refers to as empathic action. Earlier this year, Antonia Zannis, Director of Senior School, completed the 3-year Canadian Association of Independent Schools (CAIS) Leadership Diploma. The Diploma consists of ten modules: these include Academic Administration, Communication, Education Law, Governance, Human Resource Management, Strategic Planning and Advancement.

22 Academics Les possibilités postsecondaires Tournée des universités above Grade 10 and 11 students on a guided tour of Yale University En octobre 2008, Madame Anderson, notre conseillère en information scolaire, accompagnait 31 élèves de la 10e et de la 11e année à une visite spéciale de cinq grandes universités, Harvard, MIT, Brown, Yale et Princeton, leur permettant de découvrir par elles-mêmes les programmes et la culture de ces institutions. Madame Falco, directrice de The Study et Madame Nowak, directrice du développement et des relations avec les diplômées, faisaient également partie de ce voyage inaugural. «C était très touchant de voir ces jeunes femmes explorer leurs possibilités d avenir», souligne Mme Anderson. Ce voyage est l une des nombreuses initiatives de Mme Anderson pour s assurer que les élèves de l école The Study comprennent vraiment le vaste éventail de choix qui s offriront à elles quand elles auront obtenu leur diplôme. Des anciennes de l école, qui étudient maintenant dans l une ou l autre de ces institutions, ont servi de guides sur les campus, tout en partageant leurs expériences et leurs réalisations personnelles. Nos élèves ont certes été inspirées! Shirley Yin Kay Ho 09 a notamment souligné que ce voyage lui a permis d identifier la passion qu elle poursuivrait à l université. «J aime tout autant les arts que les sciences. Mais pendant ce voyage, je suis tombée amoureuse du programme Brain and Cognitive Science de l université MIT», précise Shirley. Les élèves sont très conscientes que d être acceptées dans l une de ces grandes universités constitue tout un défi, mais la visite leur a permis de constater que plusieurs d entre elles ont tout ce qu il faut pour y parvenir, aussi longtemps qu elles restent fixées sur leur objectif. «C était formidable de voir des diplômées de notre école étudier aux universités Harvard, Brown et Princeton. Au fond de moi, je me suis dit que si ces filles y sont entrées, j en suis capable moi aussi! Je sais maintenant quelle route je dois suivre», a souligné Alexandra Quigley 10. Nos élèves ont également pu découvrir les différentes cultures universitaires. De l aide et des conseils tout au long de l année. Tout au long de l année scolaire, les élèves ont aussi la chance de visiter le «centre des carrières» de Mme Anderson. Elles obtiennent ainsi de précieux conseils pour préparer leurs demandes d admission et leur curriculum vitae. D autres activités, comme des soirées d information postsecondaire et des journées carrières et professions, leur en apprennent davantage au sujet de leurs options, tout comme des échanges avec des professionnels des institutions postsecondaires. 20 Trillium Spring / summer 2009

23 Presenting the Class of 08 The Study s 2008 Graduating Class (in alphabetical order, and where they were accepted for their post-secondary education) along with their homeroom teachers Lise Anderson and Amalia Liogas. Marian Bennett Dawson College (Cinema & Communications); Andréanne Beaudoin Marianopolis (Commerce); Laetitia Bonaldo-Corning Dawson College (Cinema, Video & Communications); Lisa Campbell Vanier (Social Science); Stephanie Creaghan Dawson College (Fine Arts); Julie D Aoust Marianopolis (Arts & Sciences); Julia Deutsch Marianopolis (Arts & Sciences); Lara De Stefano Marianopolis (Health Science); Alexandra Dionisopoulos Marianopolis (Health Science); Alina-Mihaela Dittmann Marianopolis (Social Sciences, Psychology); Julia Durham Dawson College (Cinema, Video & Communications); Alessandra Fraquelli Dawson (Health Science); Mattia-Sabrina Gentile-Grassi Marianopolis (Health Sciences); Leila Ghaemi Dawson College (Arts & Culture, Reflections); Laura Gregory Vanier (Animal Health Technology); Claude-Alicia Guérin-Roy Dawson College (Arts & Culture); Clara Haskell Dawson College (Arts & Culture); Saraah Ellise Hicks Dawson College (Social Science, Psychology); Danielle Hum Marianopolis (Honours Social Science); Caroline Jo Marianopolis (Arts & Sciences); Tiffany Madon Neuchâtel Junior College; Amanda McCoubrey Marianopolis (Pure & Applied Sciences); Kara Mercado Dawson College (Cinema & Communications); Joanna Miceli Marianopolis (Social Science, Psychology); Andréa Michel Dawson College (Social Science); Arielle Morgan Dawson College (First Choice: Health Sciences); Sarah Nemec Lakefield College School; Vanessa Payette Dawson College (Social Science, Psychology); Cassandra Pilla Dawson College (Creative Arts, Literature & Languages); Bianca Pungartnik Dawson College (Social Science, Psychology); Daphne Pungartnik Dawson College (Cinema, Video & Communications); Geneviève Richard Dawson College (Liberal Arts); Véronique Ross Marianopolis (Honours Commerce); JiWon Shin LCC (Grade 12); Laura Silvius Dawson College (Social Science); Natasha Thorpe Marianopolis (Arts & Science) 21 Trillium Spring / summer 2009

24 Advancement THE STUDY SCHOOL FOUNDATION ANNUAL REPORT Fiscal Year LA FONDATION DE L ÉCOLE THE STUDY RAPPORT ANNUEL Année Fiscale f look Online! The Study School Foundation s Annual Report is available electronically on our website, For a hard copy, please contact the Advancement & Alumnae Relations office. It s All About the Girls Gratefully we have leaders within our midst possessing great foresight, matched only by their generosity. We are especially grateful to the Hallward and Jones families. above lara Bedjaoui 18, Dara Al saba (now living in jordan) and LÉa Morin 18 Below Anita Nowak and jason finucan of Advancement & Alumnae relations I don t believe the sky is falling, despite what doomsayers say about the global economic crisis, war against terror or even climate change. This is not to deny the significance of these and other complex issues. Nor to diminish the urgency of the political and societal courage needed to find solutions. My point is simply this: When it comes to where the world is headed, Study girls have the brainpower, confidence, leadership, creativity and critical thinking skills to inspire plenty of optimism. This is precisely why growing our endowment is so important. Every year, the General Endowment and four Named Endowment Funds provide a stream of revenue, without which, we simply could not afford our enriched curriculum and diverse co-curricular activities. Nor could we provide personalized learning strategies to meet the distinct learning needs of each of our students. Nor could we accept those stellar girls hailing from families who require some financial assistance. This year, as with many other Foundations and despite a prudent investment policy, our total endowment has lost considerable paper value, which means the school is operating with diminished resources. Gratefully, however, we have leaders within our midst possessing great foresight, matched only by their generosity. In particular, I would like to acknowledge the wonderful Endowment Gifts made by the Hallward and Jones families. Martha Hallward has a long-standing relationship with The Study. She graduated in 1948 and was followed by her three daughters (Margaret 74, Faith 76 and Annabel 80). Today, her ties remain close with granddaughter Laura in Grade 9. Laura s parents, who also contributed to the family gift, are Karma (nee Price) a graduate from 1977, and John, who joined The Study School Foundation Board of Trustees in October. Board of Governor member, Scott Jones, and his wife Sophie are the proud parents of Anna in Grade 3 and Emilie in Grade 1. When asked why they felt inspired to make an Endowment Gift, they responded in much the same way as did the Hallwards: If there were ever a time for The Study community to band together for the sake of the girls, it is now. It s all about the girls. This kind of leadership also keeps me optimistic about the future. Warmly, Anita Nowak, Director of Advancement & Alumnae Relations [email protected], x Trillium Spring / summer 2009

25 What does it mean to be a great woman? Les quatre piliers de l avenir Le fonds Margaret Gascoigne offre des bourses à des élèves exceptionnelles afin de leur permettre de vivre l expérience de The Study indépendamment des ressources financières de leur famille. En contrepartie, cette diversité vient enrichir notre école et notre communauté. Le fonds d étude Katharine Lamont est dédié à intégrer, au sein de la classe et du curriculum, les résultats des recherches les plus avancées sur le cerveau, afin de venir appuyer chaque enfant dans son style d apprentissage. Le fonds de leadership Judy Elder nous permet d offrir des activités liées à la prise de risques, à la cohésion d équipe, à la résolution de problèmes, à la pensée innovatrice et à l auto-direction. Le fonds Andréanne Morin pour l athlétisme et le bien-être affermit notre philosophie holistique qui veille aux besoins physiques, créatifs, socio-émotifs de nos élèves. Ce fond vient aussi financer nos équipements d athlétisme de qualité supérieure. Helping Our Girls Zig, While the World Zags Soon after joining The Study s Advancement & Alumnae Relations team in July 2008, Anita and I asked the Class of 2009 what they believe it means to be a great woman. Their responses (see examples above) taught me a great deal about The Study s exceptional learning environment. Making a Difference Together Every member of The Study community has the power to support our growth and ensure our success as we continue to provide the very best education possible. In fact, we have been blessed by a long history of giving from alumnae, parents and friends. This support has been instrumental in helping The Study remain at the forefront of girls education in Montreal and Canada. EVERY GIFT COUNTS As a valued member of The Study community, we invite you to consider making a donation that aligns with your ability.* The power of an Annual Giving Campaign is that it allows many gifts, regardless of size, to coalesce and make a significant difference. Our goal is to raise $415,000 by the end of our fiscal year on June 30 th and the support of all members of our community will be vital to our success. Merci! Un grand merci à tous ceux et celles qui ont déjà contribué à notre campagne de financement annuelle À nos yeux, chacun de vos dons fait vraiment une différence. J en profite aussi pour exprimer ma gratitude à l endroit de tous les membres de la communauté The Study qui m ont accueilli si chaleureusement. J espère avoir la chance de rencontrer, dans les mois et les années à venir, un grand nombre de nos anciennes élèves avec leurs parents et grands-parents, ainsi que les parents de nos élèves actuelles. Au plaisir! Jason Finucan Associate Director of Advancement & Alumnae Relations [email protected], x 302 * Please find a return gift envelope enclosed. The Study School Foundation s Board of Trustees Co-Chairs William Molson Jeffrey Tory Vice-Chair Andrea McConnell Secretary & Treasurer Louise Houle Trustees Guy Fortin John Hallward Joan Ivory Louis Régimbal Leonard Schlemm 23

26 Alumnae News Study Alumnae in a class of their own News & Accomplishments We would be delighted to hear your news since graduation. So would your former classmates and friends! Please share some news about your educational trajectory, your career moves, volunteer activities, hobbies, far-flung adventures, marriages, births, etc. Photos are welcome and please let us know if we can publish your address. Send your news Mail The Study, c/o Advancement & Alumnae Relations 3233 The Boulevard, Westmount, QC, H3Y 1S4. Fax [email protected] left Jaqui Poser, Advancement & Alumnae Relations coordinator 1943 Marise (Bishop) Willis- O Connor celebrated her 83rd birthday in Ottawa, joined by her daughters Margaret (Willis- O Connor) Sutrov 70 and Catherine (Willis-O Connor) Murphy 75. Both would like to honour their mum by sharing some of her Study memories. Marise attended The Study from LB to IV ( ). Her best friend was classmate Isabel (McGill) Cameron 43. Other good friends include the late Ruth Skelton (Noble) 43, Diana Davis 43 and Ann (Grafftey) Johansson 43. Marise loved drama and has fond memories of being a teddy bear in a play. As there was no lunch program in those days, Study girls walked home to eat. This didn t pose a problem for Marise, however, as she lived in the Trafalgar apartments and walked to and from Seaforth Avenue quite easily Barbara (Miller) Titterington is one of thirty members of the Brockville Artists Studio. Their works are exhibited once a year in November at the Brockville Museum. Barb is also a certified Life Skills Coach and Meditation Counselor. Since the fall of 1993, she and her husband Tony have been providing meditation and personal growth workshops A Study trio composed of Sarah (Aitkin) Stevenson 2 (centre), daughters Diana (Stevenson) Draper 77 (left) and Willa Stevenson 80 (right), are joined by Sarah s son Matthew. The family gathered over the holidays to celebrate the birth of Matthew s son Zoë (Southam) Coombs is a busy retiree with eight cats who insist upon a lot of lap time. She volunteers two afternoons a week at Alfred village s public library, sings with the Alfred University Chorus, is a member of several clubs, president of a garden club and participates in a village readers theatre. In 2007, she accompanied the University s Chamber Singers on a 17-day cultural exchange trip to Greece and Bulgaria. Last year, she took a trip from Toronto across Canada by train and bus, then returned East from Seattle across the US by train. In the fall, she attended a 5-day conference in Baltimore where she took several knitting workshops Claire Marshall travelled to Bangladesh as a VSO (Voluntary Service Overseas) volunteer to help the poorest of the poor. She wrote: My task in Bangladesh was to help the Program Manager at VSOB develop an advocacy strategy to use in promoting the rights of indigenous peoples, known as Adivashis. Living conditions for volunteers were pretty basic: we were given a shared flat and a living allowance of $3.50 a day enough to buy food and some transport, but not much else. Basically, we lived much like those around us with bugs, power cuts and all Betty (Finnie) Hunt sent us a photo of herself putting the finishing touches on a bride s garden wedding hat. Five years ago, Betty founded Plumage Millinery and thoroughly enjoys her work. She provides theatrical make-up for some of the local groups, and at the time she submitted this update, she was assembling a crew for a production of Oliver. During the 1970s, she sang with The Edmonton Opera. Following a move to Toronto, she took a job with The Canadian Operatic Company until she moved to Port Hope to manage the Northumberland Symphony Orchestra. Betty edits a newsletter for the Friends of Textiles and Costume at the ROM in Toronto and sits on the Board of the Arts Council of Northumberland. Betty s philosophy is: There is always time for the things you love Trillium Spring / summer 2009

27 1968 Deborah (Casey) Roy was elected Chair for CDECA (The Canadian Decorators Association), representing students, accredited decorators and designers, as well as affiliate businesses across Canada. Deborah operates her own decorating practice, Residential Interiors, from her home in Ottawa and formerly served on the Board of CDECA as Regional Director for Ottawa and Secretary of the National Association. Deborah and her husband, Bill Roy, moved to Ottawa from Vancouver in 2000 and thoroughly enjoy it. Debbie is shown in a room she designed that captured triple design honours in a national competition The Reverend Professor Patricia Kirkpatrick received a D.D. (Honoris Causae) from the Montreal Diocesan Theological College last spring. Her latest book entitled, The Function of Ancient Historiography in Biblical and Cognate Studies was also published by T & T Clark in Sandy McDougall lives with her husband, Paolo DePetrillo, in Bethesda, Maryland. Their eldest son lives in Vancouver, their second son is studying at Brown University in Rhode Island (Sandy and Paolo s Alma Mater) and their youngest son is still in high school. Sandy is an administrator, organizer and writer. She is still an active athlete and outdoors enthusiast and visits her mother and family in Quebec a few times a year. Sandy would love to meet other Studyites in the D.C. area Deirdre (Demers) Conklin recently became the Mayor of Radium Hot Springs, BC. Deirdre is curious if there are any other Alumnae who have gone into politics and would be interested in sharing some of their wisdom. If so, please contact Dee at [email protected] Gillian (Stikeman) Delplace writes: Time passes quickly, but there is still much ahead! I remember those God be in my Head on the piano. Music has remained a major part of my life, with cello as my main instrument. Although I now work full time by day for an interior designer, my nights and week-ends are still busy with L Ensemble Sinfonia de Montreal, Lakeshore Light Opera Orchestra and Trio Amore. The trio is composed of fellow McGill grads on flute and violin and myself on cello. We keep very busy during spring and summer with weddings and receptions in the Montreal area. With two boys now young adults, the next phase of life has begun. Any classmate who comes to town with an instrument or a tennis racquet in hand, please give me a call! 7 Gillian at left with fellow musicians of Trio Amore 1973 Doone (Patch) Estey, BA, MA, is a Certified Adlerian Parent Educator, a workshop facilitator with Parenting Network and mother of four teenagers. A former college teacher, Doone has trained in both NYC and Toronto in parenting, coaching, conflict resolution and leadership. She is an experienced workshop leader with a relaxed, approachable manner. She combines Adlerian theory with the best of current practical parenting information to give parents the tools they need in today s world Several decades ago, Corry (Terfloth) Walker was struck with a mixed set of symptoms that were so painful that even her doctors were perplexed. It was only after her son Brian was born 25 years ago (in photo with Corry), that she was finally diagnosed with Lupus. She decided a long time ago that you have to take charge of your own life and not let Lupus define who she was. Corry is now putting her fundraising experience and skills to good use for the Lupus Research Institute of NY Catherine (Dingle) Kronk made the 2008 Super Lawyer s List! Her practice focuses on commercial real estate, as well as complex commercial and finance transactions. She has assisted clients in expanding their businesses and acquiring assets throughout Vermont, New York and New England. Kate s practice also includes representing local and out-of-state businesses and banks for transactions such as mezzanine financing, private equity investments, tax-exempt bond transactions and the purchase, sale and leasing of commercial property. She lives in Burlington with her husband and three children

28 Alumnae News 1977 Diana (Stevenson) Draper and her family moved from Memphis to Cincinnati. She informed us that in February, her kids had only five of eleven school days due to inclement weather and she thought they were intimidated by snow in Memphis! 1 (L to R) Sarah (11 years old), Dianaand Marie (15 years old) Melissa Phillips is actively involved in fundraising efforts for numerous non-profit organizations in Richmond, Virginia and understands the value of donor recognition. Melissa shared that The Study is the only non-charitable organization that she supports and considers it an honour to uphold our tradition of academic excellence. As a lifer, she had many wonderful years on Braeside and her children love it when she regales them with hilarious memories, including never having found an amoeba under the microscope, much to the chagrin of Mrs. Scott! She is also grateful to have met her best friend for life, Mary-Anne Kavanagh- Glaudemans 78, at her Alma Mater. And despite living miles apart, they could not be any closer and still laugh about the trouble they got into for laughing! 1981 Caroline Ross and her partner Michael own and operate the NDG caterer Bon C Bon that delivers comfort food to west-end families. Caroline always enjoyed preparing and serving food to people and since both her parents worked long hours, Caroline began cooking at a tender age. As a teenager, she worked every possible position in the restaurant industry, from hostess, to management, to cook. Finally, at 23, she decided to open a catering business. Ross told us: The business flourished and I even had the great honour of catering The Study s 75th Anniversary, in Paulina Abarca is both happy and busy as the current Director General at Studio XX, Canada s foremost women s technological centre for research creation and critique. She was also recently elected President of the Board of Montreal Women in Film, Television and New Media. She informs us that her handsome sons (now 7 and 3) keep her up-to-date on boy issues. Astrid Guttmann was appointed to the Child and Youth Advisory Committee of the Provincial Council for Children s Health which sets recommendations about health care services for children on behalf of The Ontario Ministry of Health Kirstie Creighton is back at work after having spent 10 years at home raising her three children. She is working with the French-Acadian School Board in Halifax delivering anti-racism and cultural effectiveness training to teachers, principals and students all in French, no less! She also facilitates cultural effectiveness workshops for the Department of National Defence for Airforce personnel heading to Afghanistan and people working overseas through The Canadian International Development Agency. 3 Photo taken in Tofino, B.C. (l to r) Julia Creighton 74, mum Willa Ogilvie Creighton 51, Kirstie Creighton 83, Zoë Creighton 85 and Caro Creighton For the past 5 years, Zoë Creighton has been working on an exciting community radio project called Canadian Voices. She produces it out of Kootenay Co-op Radio, in Nelson, BC. The project, now in its fourth season of production, produces a series of one-hour radio programmes featuring lectures by thoughtprovoking Canadians including Stephen Lewis, Naomi Klein, Margaret Atwood, Maude Barlow and many others. The programme is nationally syndicated and currently airs on 40 campus and community radio stations across the country including McGill s CKUT. Visit: Lisa (Ransome) Williams worked for the past five years as the Manager of Accessories for a one-of-a-kind wine boutique in downtown Calgary called The Cellar. She recently took on a new challenge with Canada Post. Arabella Decker is gearing up for another busy year of brand development and marketing efforts for Wafu Japanese vinaigrettes, launched by Mari s Foods (the Montreal-based packaged foods company which she co-founded). The Wafu brand continues to grow in Canada and Arabella promises more new product news for Wafu-lovers in Arabella also chairs the Bach Académie de Montréal s Gala Committee, which organizes annual fundraising events in support of the Montreal Bach Festival (November/ December 2009). This summer, Arabella and her husband, Gil, are expecting a sibling for daughter Isabella Trillium Spring / summer 2009

29 Jordana Sanft was made partner at Ogilvy Renault, LLP, practicing in their Toronto office. Her area of expertise is Intellectual Property Law, with an emphasis on patent and trade-mark litigation Katherine Yaphe has traded in her career as a management consultant and business strategist to start a company of her own. She launched Oliver Yaphe, along with her sister Ali Yaphe 87. Katherine designs and markets their collection of home textiles and accessories, while Ali helps with manufacturing and distribution through her Y&Co showrooms in Montreal and Toronto. Visit: Carrie Haber is currently directing a documentary at The National Film Board of Canada, as well as composing music for CBC Radio. In October, she was accepted to a Literary Arts residency at The Banff Center and began work on a novel, after receiving three literary awards for the short stories, The Unsanded Balloon (made into a CBC radio play), Keenan the Conjurer and The Red Line. Carrie is married to Daniel Webster and they have a five year-old son, Gahan and a daughter, Alice Finn, currently in Grade 2 at The Study and in love with the School Jennifer Sterling is a lawyer living in London (UK). Study alumnae are welcome to contact her at: [email protected] Margaret Malewski has a family business that manufactures high-end scuba diving computers (a small computer you wear on your wrist that tells you how deep you are and how fast you can resurface following proper decompression protocol). They sell to thirty dealers worldwide and the business is 100% net-based and through word-of-mouth. Margaret applies her MBA skills daily - managing cash flow, training and managing employees. She also enjoys the entrepreneurial experience, where if something needs to be done, you likely need to do it yourself. 5 Margaret and her husband, Eric, at the Vancouver Rowing Club Captain s Dinner 1995 Sarah Shennib lives in London, where she practices Corporate Law at the UK branch of the Canadian firm McCarthy Tétrault Felicite (Mackay) Morgan (aka Cissy) is the proud Mum of three children. Her youngest daughter Imogen, was born during one of Toronto s mammoth blizzards on the 16th of December, Timothy was born in May, 2003 and Annabelle in April, Cristina Remond and her partner Brad have been living in the Boston area since 2007 when she started a graduate degree in Law and Diplomacy at the Fletcher School at Tufts University. In 2008, she began a dual graduate degree as a Williams Fellow at Harvard Divinity School. Since leaving The Study, Cristina has spent most of her time working in the human rights field. Cristina shared: I m interested in how communities heal and empower themselves so they can respond compassionately in the midst of crisis and conflict. It s this passion that led me to combine these two degrees. Cristina has since launched a healing service, which she hopes will begin to make a difference. Visit: Boston is beautiful and I will be there for at least two more years so, please come visit! , [email protected] 2000 After graduating from St. Pius X Culinary School in 2008, Kim Chackal began working for Simply Wonderful, caterer extraordinaire to The Study! Laura Marcus has been living in New York for the past three years, working as a freelance editor and writer for magazines such as SPIN, Trace, Heeb and Sur La Terre (a swiss luxury quarterly). Laura tells us: I m now full time at GOTHAM, a high-end luxury monthly magazine about anything and everything in NYC. I live in the East Village with my furry friends Monsieur Petit Cochon and Mr. Littlejeans Manna Chan earned her degree in Mechanical Engineering in May, As part of her course work, she and her team produced a prototype for a wheel to be used on a space rover. Lisa Heckler graduated from The Faculty of Medicine at McGill in May, 2008 and has been accepted into the Ophthalmology Residency Program at Dalhousie. Former Study classmate, Cynthia Qian, also graduated from the same med class. Lisa proudly shared that she and Cynthia are two of four people from a class of 170 students going into ophthalmology at the Université de Montréal Trillium Spring / summer 2009

30 Alumnae News In September 2008, Anne Hospod successfully ran the New York Marathon to benefit diabetes research in Canada. 1 Zoe Lavender has been working for Armada, an international shipping company, since Initially, she was given a number of ships to monitor, but while working in operations, Zoe ultimately took on more responsibility in the bunkering department. She particularly enjoyed negotiating for the best bunker price by following the crude market for the best availabilities. As a trainee, Zoe continued to take courses including the Lloyd s course on time and voyage charter parties and recently represented Switzerland in the European Touch Rugby Championship. 2 Chaya Litvack completed the MA Program in Humanities at the University of Chicago last June. She is currently an intern for the University of Toronto Press and enrolled part-time in a copyediting course at Ryerson Erica Pimentel was selected as Valedictorian of the Desautels Faculty of Management at McGill. She was chosen based on her stellar academic performance, commitment to student life at McGill and proven leadership abilities. In May 2008, Erica began the Graduate Program in Chartered Accountancy, also at McGill. Erica can be contacted at [email protected] Megan Tooke s grandmother, Sheila (Ramsay) Bourke 44, proudly advised us that after three years in the Arts programme at Concordia, Megan was accepted to Parsons The New School for Design in New York where she began her studies at the end of August. Megan is a fourth generation Study Girl! Isabel Valenta acquired her BA from McGill last spring. She also worked in the PR department at a television production company in Montreal and is currently pursuing a law degree at the University of Ottawa in the Droit Civil program Katherine Berger is in her fourth year of the Commerce program at Queen s University with a concentration in Marketing and Psychology. She also spent time in an academic exchange program at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, where she says: I was able to dance outside my comfort zone. She can be reached at katharine.berger@ business.queensu.ca 3 Tanya Wong is currently serving as the Student Assistant to the Dean in her senior year at Cornell University s Hotel School with a major in Hotel Administration and a minor in Real Estate. Post-grad she will be moving to Dallas, TX to be an asset management analyst for Archon Hospitality, a Goldman Sachs Company. Maya Macklan Smith will be graduating in June from Wellesley College in Massachusetts. Monica Chackal and her sister Kim Chackal 00 graduated from St. Pius X Culinary School in Monica continued in a pastry chef course at Lester B. Pearson School which she will complete this summer. In 2007, Monica went to Australia for 6 months to study at Capernwray Bible School and was an active volunteer during her time there Trillium Spring / summer 2009

31 Weddings & Engagements On April 5, 2008 Deirdre (Stoker) Vaillancourt married Michel Vaillancourt in Aiken, South Carolina, where she now lives. This photo was taken at the rehearsal with several Studyites in attendance. Jennifer Sterling married Andrew Jennens on November 22, 2008 at Sharrow Bay, Lake Ullswater, the Lake District, England. Festivities lasted throughout the weekend as did the sun, a rarity in those parts! back row (l to r) Daphne (Mackenzie) Spindler 71, Sarah Scott 73, Diana (Mackenzie) Dunlap 70 and Tara (Stoker) Bostwick 78. Front row: The bride Deirdre (Stoker) Vaillancourt 73, Gail (Calder) Stoker 51 and Corry (Terfloth) Walker Lisa (Ransome) Williams was married Sept 27, 2008 in Canmore, Alberta to a wonderful man named Ross Williams. The happy couple moved into their new home a week before the ceremony Stephanie Trenholm married Clayton Para in Beverly Hills, California on June 7, Heidi Doctor was recently engaged to Jamie Silver and a summer wedding is planned for July, As it would happen, Jamie also has a tie to The Study: his company, Kloda Productions, coordinates all the music and entertainment for our School dances Sarah Shennib was married on July 4, 2008 to Matthew Rodwell of London, England at the Chateau Frontenac in Quebec City. Other former Study girls present were Selma Shennib 05, Rachel McLeod 95 and Noor Al Ghafari After a nine-year courtship, Rachel Cytrynbaum and Jeremy Pearce were married on August 31, 2008 at the Science Centre in Old Montreal. Two Study girls were in attendance: Amanda Eaman 97 and Andréanne Morin Rachel Cytrynbaum (centre) Andréanne Morin 98 (far left) 2000 Kim Chackal married Trevor Potter on July 27, In the photo are Kim and some of her former Study classmates. 11 (l to r) Lisa Abramowicz 00, Holly Fagan 00, Kim Chackal 00, Jessica Berger 00 and Julia Burnier 00. Save the Date! Calling on Golf Enthusiasts! The Study will proudly host its inaugural Golf Tournament at the Country Club of Montreal on Monday, October 5 in support of Athletics & Wellness. Complete details and the registration form will be available online at thestudy.qc.ca/alumnae. The Tournament Committee is still actively seeking sponsors and silent auction items. For more information please call Jason Finucan at x Trillium Spring / summer 2009

32 Alumnae News Births Passages Caroline Rhea gave birth to her first child with her longtime boyfriend, comedian Costaki Economopoulos. The couple welcomed baby daughter, Ava, in October, She weighed eight pounds, 15 ounces. Rhea tells People.com: We wanted the shortest first name possible, since her last name is the alphabet. It was either that or Emmy, because I ve always wanted an Emmy Emily (Beckerleg) Ritchie gave birth to Catherine Michele (center) on July 27. Sisters Abigail (left) and Sarah (right) were thrilled Ly-na (Toye) Bean and her husband James had their second daughter, Lola Emilie Bean, on February 21, weighing eight pounds. Big Sister Angel, (now 2 ½ yrs old) loves the new addition to the family. 2 Joumana Noubani is estatic to share that she and her husband welcomed a beautiful baby girl, Leila, into the world on July 1, Leila s big brother, Nadeem, is thrilled to have a sister. Joumana says: It is heart-warming to watch him revel in his new role as big brother and watch her look up at him with pure adoration. She sends her warmest wishes from California and can be reached at [email protected] 1993 Regina Flores gave birth to a little girl in July, Paloma Grace Flores Amos is a sweet, healthy and smiley baby. The family lives in the gorgeous woods of Chelsea, Quebec, near Ottawa Jess Davidman s second daughter, Sadie Davidman Green, was born November 5, 2008 just one week after starting major renovations on her new house in Manhasset, NY. She is our pride and joy. And big sister, Stella, is thrilled to have a new little baby with whom to play Meredith Allison and her husband John Price, (originally of Vancouver) had a little boy on February 19, Henry Fraser Price was born in Burlington, North Carolina Gabrielle (Lore) Seidenberg had a little boy in His name is Sean Vincent Barbara Kemp, a remarkable lady, long-term resident of Hudson and well-known for equestrian accomplishments, passed away on February 24, 2009, three days short of her ninety-fifth birthday. She will be missed by many Study alumnae, including the following family members: sisters Elizabeth (Kemp) Maxwell 28 and Pam (Kemp) Dillingham 35, nieces Desi Dillingham 66, Sally (Kemp) Andrews 69 and the late Shirley Dillingham Muriel Schwob (Nee Garrow) passed away peacefully on October 3, 2008 at the Colonel Belcher Carewest (a Veteran s nursing home) in Calgary. Her memorial service took place in Kingston on October 18 and she was interred in the Cataraqui Cemetery. Muriel s Study classmates Ethel (Enderby) Gould 38 and Adele (Roberton) Porteous 38 were in attendance. Muriel s daughter Susan (Schwob) Beresford 75 was also a Study girl Alison Cole passed away peacefully on October 5, 2008, in her ninetieth year. Alison was a dedicated librarian at McGill and devoted member of St. George s Anglican Church Trillium Spring / summer 2009

33 1942 Elizabeth Anne Goddard (Nee Macdonald) passed away on May 22, 2008, at the age of 84. Elizabeth s three daughters (Jennifer 73, Barbara 75 and Katherine Goddard 78) were all Study girls, followed by granddaughter Keenan Goddard 04. Elizabeth was predeceased by her older sisters Margaret Vowles and Katherine Morrison, both Study alumnae. The family has a long history with The Study, as Elizabeth s dad, Ross Macdonald, was one of its founding Board members. 7 Elizabeth wearing her MacDonald tartan at her daughter Kathie s wedding in Joan McDougall (Nee Notman) succumbed to cancer on April 16, Barbara Walls (Nee MacLean) passed away on August 21, Barbara attended her 50th class reunion in May, 2008 and enjoyed being among her friends and former classmates. As a cancer survivor, Barbara was in remission for many years, but passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family. Daughters are Margot (Walls) Entwistle 78 and Diana Walls Diana Walls (at left) with Patricia (Macdermot) Munro Following a lengthly illness, Baroness Meriel De Posson (Nee Maclean) passed away in her sleep at her home in Brussels in August, Penelope Baudinet (Nee Pasmore) passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at Ufton Court Farm, in the Eastern Townships, on August 1, 2008 after a heroic battle with cancer. Penny had thirteen grandchildren, three of which studied at Grandma s Alma Mater. Daphne and Bianca Pungartnik 08 are recent Study Alumnae and little sister, Latisha, is currently in Grade 4. Stepsisters Cynthia (Molson) Baxter 53 and Deirdre (Molson) Stevenson 51 both attended The Study at the same time as Penny. An eternal optimist, known for her charm and boundless energy, Penny was an avid volunteer and fundraiser, active with the Junior League of Montreal, Centraide, the McCord Museum, the Menphremagog Conservation Inc. and the Butter s Foundation After graduating from The Study, Margot Louis 70 completed a Bachelor of Arts in English at Smith College, followed by a B.A. in English at Lady Margaret Hall, Oxford, and finally a Ph.D. at the University of Toronto. Her thesis was published as a book entitled Swinburne and his Gods: The Roots and Growth of an Agnostic Poetry (McGill- Queen s University Press, 1990). She taught at U of T and then at McMaster University, joining the University of Victoria s Department of English in 1986 and achieving tenure in Sadly, she suffered for two years from infectious mononucleosis, and upon recovery, was immediately stricken with chronic fatigue syndrome, which persisted to the end of her life. Nevertheless, by 2004 she had taught 77 courses, had supervised 25 graduate students, and had produced a large corpus of academic articles and earned an enviable reputation as a scholar. She fell victim to ovarian cancer and died in August, A memorial scholarship has been created in her honour at the University of Victoria. (Written by her brother Greg Louis.) 10 Margot, circa 2003 In Memory of Two Beloved Study Teachers Choral music teacher Doris McCallum (Nee Killam) passed away on May 8, Doris was a child prodigy: Licentiate in piano performance from the McGill Faculty of Music at age 10 and Associate in piano performance from the University of Toronto at age 12, both degrees with distinction. While still in her teens, she had a radio program called Twenty Melodious Fingers broadcast weekly on radio station CFCF in Montreal. Doris went on to direct several choirs in addition to being the accompanist for the McGill Choral Society. Never seeking the limelight, Doris derived great satisfaction mentoring young performers and continued to play the piano and read music perfectly up until late 2007, when she was 90 years of age. Bob Hamilton passed away peacefully on December 18, 2008, just short of his 66th birthday. Bob was a beloved teacher during his era at The Study. He taught for 29 years, from 1976 to 2005 and was an inspiration and mentor. Studyites recall with fondness the cliché he constantly repeated: If you aren t part of the solution, then you must be part of the problem. Bob had a zest for life and a contagious smile. Many of his students expressed that he made education enjoyable. Tina Otto 80 shared: He encouraged us all to analyze the facts and think for ourselves to come to our own independent conclusions and be confident in them. And his wit made class fun! Alexandra Ballard 83 appreciated his mentoring skills: Mr. Hamilton was instrumental in my decision to major in History and pursue it in Graduate school. His love of history, his dedication to the art of teaching and his dedication to Study girls will inspire long-lasting memories for everyone who knew him. In honour of all his contributions to The Study, we have established the Robert Hamilton Bursary Fund. For more information about how you could support this fund, please contact Jason Finucan at [email protected] or x

34 Reunion News Friends Forever Anniversary Class Reunions Class of 48 1 (l to r) Joan (Moffit) Albu, Ann (Bushell) Johnson, Doone (McMurty) Overing, Sylvia (Ponder) Camp, Margot (Ballon) Nadien, Marigold (Savage) Hyde, Diana (Sutherland) Pitfield, Sarah (Aitkin) Stevenson, Patricia (MacDermot) Munro and the Late Barbara (MacLean) Walls. Class of 58 2 Back row (l to r) Caroline (White) Lentz, Elspeth (McGreevy) Hough, Jane (MacFarlane) Smith, Sonia Stairs, Christine (Bone) Viiri, Topsy (Doyle) Gillespie, Marilyn (Maughan) Field-Marsham, Martha (McMaster) Matossian. Front row (l to r) Janet (Montgomery) McLaine, Sally (Thornton) Tingley, Anne (Hale) Wonham and Veronica Butler. Missing from the photo: Elsilyn (Berrill) Miller, Anne Bruce, Mary (Darling) Chalmers, Lynda Southam. Class of 88 3 Back row (l to r) Ms. Balfour, Mrs. Ewing, Liane Tabah, Daphne Maravei, Tanya Razek, Elise Johnston, the late Mr. Hamilton, Kathy Molnar, Katherine Price, Helen Theoharis, Mr. McCauley, Pattie Edwards. Second row (l to r) Mme. Jothy, Heather Monaghan, Tanya Guyatt, Ms. Biggs, Mrs. Wright, Ms. Fry, Julie Arsenault, Samantha Hoare, Frau Sutherland, Mrs. Finley. Front row (l to r) Ali Mindel, Annabel Soutar and Erika Flores. 32 Trillium Spring / summer 2009 Reunions Far & Wide Last May, an impromptu Study reunion took place in honour of Janina Fialkowska 57, who was playing with The Chamber Players of Canada. 4 (l to r) Jill (Moll) Hampson 67, Martha Phemister Edmond 67, Joan (Moll) Kellett 67, Janina Fialkowska 57, Victoria Angel 84 and friend Valerie Knowles. In response to last year s Founder s Day story about Barbara Birks Wybar s international development work in Africa, Ruth Tait 70 hosted a fundraiser at her home in London, England. 5 (l to r) Ruth, Barbara and Kaitlyn Riordan 99, who spent a couple of months last fall in Uganda with Barbara, after having also been inspired by the Trillium story. Head s Breakfast Six times a year, Head of the School, Elizabeth Falco, invites alumnae and former faculty back to the School for a visit and chance to catch up. Please contact the Advancement and Alumnae Relations Office to join her for the next one! 6 (l to r) Head of School, Elizabeth Falco, Tanya Guyatt 88, Susan McLaren 66 and daughter Emma McLaren (who attended The Study until Grade 10) and Mary Guay 63. Le Salon Reunions on the Road Ottawa 7 (l to r) Adria Minsky 96, Eve Hampson 45, Dr. Athena Debbie Efraim 82, Lynda Southam 57, Victoria Harris 75, Diana Bourke 79, Elizabeth Falco and Anita Nowak. Not pictured but in attendance: Gail McEachern 55. New York 8 (l to r) Elizabeth Falco, Kaitlyn Riordan 99, Beverley Birks 65, Julia (Turner) Brennan 74 and Anita Nowak. Toronto 9 Back row (l to r) Joanie (Sabler) Smith 76, Brydon (McCarthy) Gombay 52, Patricia (Davidson) Scott 64, Celia Rhea 76, Elizabeth (Waterston) Fanjoy 83, Victoria Stikeman 78, Carolyn Everson-Irwin 77, Victoria (Gregory) Scott 76, mary anne (currie) miller 49, Catherine (McKinnon) Pfaff 71 and Anita Nowak. Front row (l to r) Penny Park 69, elizabeth Falco and our gracious co-hosts Diana (Harrison) Weatherall 52 and Faith (Heward) Berghuis 53.

35 Homecoming The Study s inaugural Homecoming was a resounding success with over 65 alumnae in attendance. Marigold Hyde from the Class of 48, and Grandmother to Amanda McCoubrey 08 sent us a thank-you note expressing what many alumnae remarked throughout the day: Needless to say, the School has changed quite a bit in the last 60 years and what the girls are doing today is simply quite astounding. Welcome Back Amanda McCoubrey and Head Girl, Lara De Stefano, proudly present their physics safe, a project that garnered them and three other teammates first place in the prestigious Shalheveth Frier Physics Tournament at the Weizmann Institute of Science in Israel (l to r) Annie Saleh 09, Stephanie-Marie Iacuessa 10, Sofia Essayan 11 and our beloved mascot, Boomer, welcome alumnae back to the School. 11 Enraptured alumnae listen carefully to Grade 11 girls Speed-mentoring Thrills Alumnae & Graduating Class Alike In keeping with innovative and creative ways to connect alumnae with current students, the speed-mentoring luncheon was a particularly lively event and gave the Class of 2008 the opportunity to meet 21 incredible alumnae in industries as diverse as architecture, law, stage acting, conflict resolution, entrepreneurship, marketing, music production, etc. 13 aerial view of speed-mentoring 14 Sharmella (Shapiro) Silva 86, listens attentively Cocktails & Laughter All the Way Down Memory Lane 15 (l to r) The late Barbara Walls 48, Mary Horne 49 and Doone (McMurtry) Overing (l to r) Sisters, Regina Flores 93, Daniela Flores-McEntyre 92, Paulina Flores-Rutenberg 90 and Erika Flores-Ludwick 88. Save the Date! Homecoming 2009 will take place on Friday, May 15. Details will be mailed to you shortly, or visit thestudy.qc.ca/alumnae. 33 Trillium Spring / summer 2009 For more information, call Jaqui Poser at x 254.

36 The spirit of mentorship was evident at The Study s 93 rd birthday celebration on Founder s Day Accomplished architect and mentor Marianne McKenna 68 was honoured to receive the 2008 Judy Elder Alumna Award. Do you know a Study alumna who has pursued excellence and embodies the following qualities & values: Heart-based Leadership Ambition to Excel in a Chosen Field Courage to Break New Ground Commitment to Teach and Inspire Through Mentorship Nominations can be ed to: [email protected] or faxed to Nomination Deadline: July 1, 2009 Call for Nominations! for the 2009 Judy Elder Alumna Award background Marianne McKenna 68, Judy Elder Alumna Award winner (far right), and Phyllis Lambert 44 (second from right) offer expert advice as Study Foundation trustee member Louise Houle and Lindsay Bovaird 09 listen intently. If undeliverable return to: The Study 3233 The Boulevard Westmount QC H3Y 1S4 Publications Mail Agreement # Trillium Spring / summer 2009