A Week of Incredible Experiences

Intersession Week offers students a break from routine academics and an opportunity to engage in meaningful, hands-on learning both on and off campus. These experiential learning activities took place from March 2–5 for Middle and Upper School, and from March 3–5 for Lower School. Learning by doing and reflecting is central to Crescent’s approach. Students gain practical skills, develop a deeper understanding, and grow their confidence, preparing them for future academic and real-world success.

Designed to provide experiences not easily accommodated in the regular curriculum, the week featured a wide range of activities across all divisions. Students in the Lower School explored the nearby ravine to identify tree species, participated in a drumming workshop and showcased their talents at a nearby seniors’ residence. They also learned about food insecurity and partnered with SAGE Dining to make meals for Sanctuary Toronto, a street outreach support program.

Middle School students went to Variety Village to learn about adaptive sports, dropped in on our deaf neighbours at the Bob Rumball Centre, visited Newcomer Kitchen, where they learned about how the not-for-profit is creating social and economic opportunities for women new to Canada, and visited Crescent’s very own Sugar Shack to learn about the process of making maple syrup. 

In the Upper School, students got to flex their muscles at rock climbing, their cooking skills at the Cook It Up workshop, and their French Conversation and leadership skills with their Grade 5 brothers. For those with a mind for math or business, there were the Coyotes’ Lair Camp (think Dragons’ Den), Money Moves Camp, and MoneyBall Analytics Academy. A highlight of the week was Crescentopia, a vibrant performance created by Upper School students alongside Grade 3 students from Crescent Town Public School.