Kyle Slavin
Kyle Slavin is the school's storyteller. Through words and photos, he shares with the community all the amazing things that happen at the school.
GALLERY: The First Week of 2021
Check out a gallery of photos from the first week back at our Junior, Middle and Senior Schools.
Our Most Popular SMUSpaper Stories from 2020
We look back at the 10 most popular stories on the SMUSpaper in 2020
SMUS in the News: Dr. Bri Bentzon Budlovsky ’04 Named Victoria COVID Hero
Dr. Bri Bentzon Budlovsky '04 is recognized for her community contributions during the COVID-19 pandemic
SMUS in the News: Grade 2 Singers Earn Second Place in Canadian Music Class...
Grade 2 singers earn second place in the Primary Vocal category of the Canadian Music Class Challenge
SMUS in the News: Devon Oneschuk ’22 Talks Youth Clothing Drive with CBC Radio
Grade 11 student Devon Oneschuk, youth lead with The Foundry Victoria, speaks with CBC Radio about the organization's winter clothing drive
Senior School Christmas Celebration
Watch the Senior School Christmas Celebration, with performances by our band, choir and strings students, as well as our Senior School Christmas Assembly
Junior School December Concerts
Enjoy our Primary and Intermediate concerts, featuring great music from our Junior School students
Middle School Carol Service and Holiday Concerts
Join us for three holiday shows from our Middle School community: a Carol Service, a band concert and a strings concert
SMUS in the News: Kate O’Connor ’20 Named a Top Environmentalist Under 25
Kate O'Connor '20 is named to The Starfish Canada's Top 25 Environmentalists Under 25 list for 2020
GALLERY: Countdown to Winter Break
Check out a gallery of photos from the last couple of weeks at our Junior, Middle and Senior Schools
Middle School Leaders Prioritize Positivity and Belonging
Two Middle School WEB leaders highlight the important work they and their classmates do to build community
An American Perspective on Boarding School in Canada
American boarding students Neekan and Jenny write about what it's like moving from the United States to attend boarding school in Canada
Sustainability Day: Small Changes Make Big Differences
The Middle School Sustainability Council highlights how "no one is too small to make a difference" when it comes to protecting our planet
Student Athlete Offered 3 Full-Ride Rowing Scholarships
Grade 12 student Firinne Rolfe signs with Boston's Northeastern University after earning more than $1.2 million in scholarship offers
SMUS in the News: Ann Makosinski ’15 Talks Combining Arts and Science
Ann Makosinski '15 talks with Capital Daily podcast about her career as an inventor, and merging science and the arts
Reflection and Honour
Watch the 2020 Junior School Remembrance Day Service as we highlight this important day in our country's history
Remembering the Fallen
Watch the 2020 Remembrance Day Service and join us in remembering the 134 students and faculty who lost their lives during the First and Second World Wars
SMUS in the News: Alumni Siblings Create Website for Canada’s Pandemic Postcards
Jasper Johnston '16 and Aysha Emmerson '18 speak with the CBC about their pandemic postcard project, Dear Canadians
GALLERY: Happy Halloween from SMUS!
Check out photos from this year's Halloween festivities at SMUS
SMUS in the News: Athlete Tate Robinson ’19 Balances Family Dynamics in Sophomore Season
Rugby player Tate Robinson '19 is highlighted in the Sherbrooke Record
From AP Capstone to a Yale University Magazine
Grade 12 student Daniel Chen's interest in improving the gig economy has helped land him a research article in a Yale University magazine
PHOTO GALLERY: Welcoming Autumn on Campus
Check out a gallery of photos from the first few weeks of autumn at our Junior, Middle and Senior Schools
SMUS in the News: Why Orange Shirt Day is Personal for This 11-Year-Old
Grade 6 student and community leader Haley P. is interviewed by CBC Kids News ahead of Orange Shirt Day
SMUS in the News: David Lynch ’98 Named a Governor General’s Teaching Award Finalist
Senior School history teacher David Lynch is named a finalist for the 2020 Governor General's History Award for Excellence in Teaching
Meet a Middle Schooler Rallying to Honour Residential School Survivors
Grade 6 student Haley P. has spent the last three years raising awareness of the impact of residential schools
SMUS in the News: How to Choose the Best Private School for Your Child
Grade 12 student Amelia Nugent is highlighted in a story from The Globe and Mail on choosing the right school for your child
The Best School Year Ever Scholarship Contest is Back!
The Best School Year Ever® contest is back, and this year we’re awarding four boarding scholarships to live and learn at SMUS
PHOTO GALLERY: First Week of the 2020-21 School Year
The first week of school has been a wonderful opportunity for us to come together as a school community
SMUS in the News: Head of School Mark Turner Talks Back to School at...
Head of School Mark Turner speaks withCFAX 1070 about welcoming our community back to school
SMUS Revamps Boarding Program to Safely Reunite Full Community
With new health and safety measures in place, we revamped boarding to bring our whole community back together
SMUS in the News: Steve Nash ’92 Named Head Coach of the Brooklyn Nets
Coverage of Steve Nash '92 being named head coach of the Brooklyn Nets
How to Prepare Your Child for the New Normal at School
Carole McMillan offers tips to help ensure your child's transition back to school is smooth
Meet Our New SMUS Teachers
Meet the four teachers joining our community for the 2020-21 school year
Watch Robot vs. Jeremy, A Grade 5 Sci-Fi Musical
Junior School community comes together to write and film an original movie during COVID-19 isolation
SMUS in the News: Chloé Hill-Huse ’20 Develops as a Player and Official
World Rugby, the governing body of Rugby Union, highlights Chloé Hill-Huse '20 as a player and official
Farewell to Our 2019-20 Retirees
Celebrating the SMUS faculty and staff who are retiring this school year
Congratulations to the Class of 2020!
Congratulations to the Class of 2020! Watch the ceremony and read excerpts from valedictorian Kate O'Connor's speech
2020 Middle School Closing Ceremonies
The Middle School community comes together virtually for Closing Ceremonies that mark the end of the 2019-20 school year
2020 Junior School Closing Ceremonies
Our Junior School community celebrates the end of the 2019-20 school year at our virtual Closing Ceremonies
SMUS in the News: Three Blue Jags Named Among BC’s Top Boys Rugby Players
Three Grade 12 athletes are named among the top 50 boys rugby players in BC
Reflections from Our Class of 2020 Lifers
Lifers from the Class of 2020 reflect on being a SMUS student for their entire education
SMUS in the News: Steve Nash ’92 to Join Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame
Steve Nash '92 will earn the country's highest sporting honour with his induction to Canada's Sports Hall of Fame
PHOTO GALLERY: Junior School Spirit Parade
Enjoy photos from our Spirit Parade, which saw our Junior School community celebrate through the streets of Oak Bay
Staying Connected While Worlds Apart
'I didn't think boarding would come home with me. It makes it feel like we’re ... still together but just on a screen.'
Countering Loneliness and Solitude with Poetry
English Studies 12 students share poetry and written works inspired by the COVID-19 pandemic
SMUS in the News: Bobby Ross ’87 Named to Greater Victoria Sports Hall of...
Bobby Ross '87 to be inducted into Greater Victoria Sports Hall of Fame
Me to We Club Continues to Support Street Community
Senior School students spread compassion by making cookies and candygrams for Victoria's street community
‘Goodnight SMUS’ Connects Our Community
Chaplain Keven Fletcher launches a nightly touchstone for Junior School families to help keep everyone connected
Introducing Director of External Programs Craig Kelley
Meet Craig Kelley, the new Director of External Programs at St. Michaels University School
Challenge Accepted! Take Up the Weekly Outdoor Challenge
Mr. Zyoji Jackson encourages students to get outside
SMUS in the News: Mark Finamore ’20 Wins Morehead-Cain Scholarship to UNC-Chapel Hill
Mark Finamore '20 is named a Morehead-Cain Scholar, earning a scholarship to UNC-Chapel Hill
Giving Back to Make a Lasting Impact
Members of the SMUS community step up and give back during the COVID-19 pandemic
SMUS in the News: Chloé Hill-Huse ’20 Ready to Conquer the Rugby World
Grade 12 athlete Chloé Hill-Huse '20 is highlighted in The Scrum, an online rugby magazine
Health and Wellness Week at Home
Students and teachers share tips to help you stay happy, healthy and well in times of change
Floreat! SMUS Unveils Bold New Strategic Plan
We are delighted to introduce Floreat, St. Michaels University School's 2020-2030 strategic plan
SMUS in the News: Project from SMUS Alumni Matches Tutors With Young Students
A tutoring project, led by Jasper Johnston '16 and Aysha Emmerson '18, gets highlighted by the Times Colonist
SMUS in the News: Anna Mollenhauer ’17 Shares UVic Female Athlete of the Year...
Field hockey player Anna Mollenhauer '17 is named co-winner of UVic's Female Athlete of the Year
SMUS in the News: Matias Totz ’20 Earns Commerce Scholarship
Grade 12 student Matias Totz is featured by the Saanich News after winning a scholarship to the University of Calgary
#SMUSLearns at Spring Break
SMUS teachers and staff share resources, activities and tips to have a great Spring Break
Teachers Prepare for Moving the Classroom Online
SMUS faculty prepares for remote learning after Spring Break
Congratulations to The Best School Year Ever 2020 Winner
Learn more about the winner of this year's The Best School Year Ever® scholarship contest
Talking With Children About COVID-19
Our personal counsellors provide parents with tips on talking with children about COVID-19
NEWSIES: Meet the Cast
Four SMUS performers playing the lead characters in NEWSIES talk about their experience in the Senior School musical
SMUS in the News: Students Prepare to ‘Seize the Day’ with NEWSIES
The Saanich News sits down with two student actors to highlight NEWSIES, the Senior School musical
NEWSIES: Meet the Head of Props
Ria Sheoran, Head of Props, takes us behind-the-scenes of NEWSIES, the Senior School musical
Kindness Can Change the World
Pink Shirt Day at SMUS highlights the power of kindness
SMUS in the News: Junior Girls Basketball Team Wins Island Title
The Junior Girls Basketball team's Island victory is highlighted in the Saanich News
GALLERY: Junior School Celebrates Global School Play Day
Junior School students have fun participating in Global School Play Day
SMUS in the News: Anna Mollenhauer ’17 Earns Governor General’s Academic All-Canadian Commendation
Anna Mollenhauer '17 is awarded the Governor General's Academic All-Canadian Commendation for her achievements in athletics and academics
SMUS in the News: Ann Makosinski ’15 Featured in Washington Post
Ann Makosinski '15 is featured in the Washington Post in piece about "five exceptional girls and the parents who raised them"
SMUS in the News: Brian Christensen ’11 Performing in ‘We Will Rock You
Brian Christensen '11 talks about his role in the touring production of the Queen musical, We Will Rock You
Our Most Popular SMUSpaper Stories of the Past Decade
We look back at the 10 of the most-read stories on the SMUSpaper from the last 10 years
SMUS in the News: Counsellor Tessa Lloyd Talks Modern Fatherhood
Author and Junior School counsellor Tessa Lloyd talks about her new book, Forty Fathers, on Global News BC
SMUS in the News: Chloé Hill-Huse ’20 Named to Canadian U18 Rugby Team
Grade 12 student Chloé Hill-Huse is named to Canada's U18 women's rugby team for the Can-Am Tour
Ringing in the Winter Break as a Community
The final days before Winter Break are filled with traditions that bring us together as a SMUS community
What is it Like to Win The Best School Year Ever?
We chat with Chanel Khuu, winner of The Best School Year Ever® contest 2019-20, to learn about her time at SMUS so far
Carol Service: Traditions and Rituals Connecting a Community
The SMUS community gathers for the annual Carol Service to enjoy music and thoughtful student reflections
Celebrated Storytellers Talk First Nations History and Respect
Authors Roy Henry Vickers and Robert 'Lucky' Budd spoke with students about First Nations history and respect
SMUS in the News: Tessa Lloyd on Fatherhood and Famous Canadian Dads
Junior School counsellor Tessa Lloyd speaks with Global News's The Morning Show about her new book, Forty Fathers
Student-Run Café Supports Green Coffee Farming in Brazil
Grade 10 students give back to a small coffee farm in Brazil to help it become a more environmentally friendly business
Remembrance Day: ‘Today We Remember Them All’
The SMUS community gathered to celebrate Remembrance Day and honour the men and women who fought for their country
SMUS in the News: Anna Mollenhauer ’17 Helps Lead UVic to National Field Hockey...
Anna Mollenhauer '17 named tournament MVP as she helps lead the UVic Vikes field hockey team to a national championship title
SMUS in the News: Tion McLeish ’22 Wins BC Cross Country Championship
Grade 10 athlete Tion McLeish won the Junior Boys race at the BC High School Cross Country Championships
SMUS Connect at your Fingertips!
We are excited to announce that SMUS Connect, our exclusive Global Alumni Networking platform, is going mobile with the addition of the SMUS Connect...
Help Share the News That The Best School Year Ever is Back!
Check out the new The Best School Year Ever® video and learn more about this year's scholarship contest.
SMUS in the News: Student Captures Morning Traffic with Drive-Thru for a Cause
Grade 12 student Mark Finamore is featured in the Victoria News and Times Colonist newspapers for winning $2,500 for a Me to We Club initiative
SMUS in the News: Students Celebrate Victoria-Hosted Pan Am Cross Country Nations Cup
SMUS hosts the announcement of the Pan Am Nations Cup to coincide with the international cross country event in Victoria
Ariel Khoo: Discovering a Passion for Rowing
When Ariel Khoo tried out for a new sport last September, she never imagined that nine months later she would have two national silver...
Introducing Tim McGee QC, Chair of the Board of Governors
Meet Tim McGee QC, the new Chair of the SMUS Society Board of Governors
SMUS in the News: Counsellor Tessa Lloyd Talks New Book ‘Forty Fathers’
Junior School counsellor Tessa Lloyd sits down with the Vancouver Sun to talk about her new book on fatherhood, Forty Fathers
Mark Finamore Wins ‘Power of Youth’ Contest for Coffee Fundraiser
Grade 12 student Mark Finamore wins $2,500 for the Me to We Club to help tackle homelessness in Greater Victoria
‘Now is the Time to Take Action on Climate Change’
This week's Senior School chapel featured our Green Team and sustainability prefects talking about sustainability and climate change
Welcome to the New SMUS Photo Gallery
The new SMUS Photo Gallery gives you access to more than 360,000 photos taken over nearly two decades
GALLERY: A Week of Community and Service
Check out a gallery of photos from the past week of events that highlight community and service
SMUS in the News: Dr. Curran Crawford ’96 Looks at Converting CO2 to Rock
Dr. Curran Crawford '96 speaks with the CBC about his work to reduce carbon emissions from the global atmosphere
SMUS in the News: Emiliano Iturriaga ’09-’10 Wins $1 Million Hult Prize
Emiliano Iturriaga '09-'10 and his eco-tourism start-up, Rutopía, wins the 2019 Hult Prize
5 Public Speaking Tips for Children
Speeches from our Grade 5 students highlight how young children can gain the skills to be confident public speakers
SMUS in the News: Rashid Al-Abri ’19 Ready for Stanford University
Rashid Al-Abri '19, who came to SMUS from Oman, is featured as he begins post-secondary at Stanford University
Should We Lower the Voting Age in Canada?
'Students of a young age have informed opinions and can make choices that are important to them'
Building a Student Community in Boarding
Student leaders help their fellow housemates find a home and build a caring community at boarding school
GALLERY: First Week of the 2019-20 School Year
The first week of school has been jam-packed full of fun and memorable moments for students and teachers
Introducing Adrienne Davidson, Director of Advancement & Campaigns
Get to know Adrienne Davidson, our new Director of Advancement & Campaigns
Meet Kenzi and Max, Our 2019-20 Head Prefects
Meet Kenzi and Max, the two Grade 12 students who were elected to be our Head Prefects for the 2019-20 school year
Opa! Grade 8 Students Return from Unforgettable Greece Trip
After learning about Greece in school, a group of Grade 8 students travelled to the Mediterranean country at the start of Summer Break
SMUS in the News: SMUS Athletes to Represent BC at Rugby Championships
Five SMUS rugby players were named to the Girls' and Boys' provincial teams to represent BC at next month's U18 Western Championships
SMUS in the News: Jackson Rothwell ’19 Wins BC Amateur Golf Championship
Jackson Rothwell '19 won the BC Amateur Golf Championship in Pemberton on July 12
2019 Retirees: Nancy Mollenhauer
Learn more about the outstanding contributions to SMUS by Nancy Mollenhauer, former Middle School physical education teacher and field hockey coach.
SMUS in the News: Anna Mollenhauer ’17 Joins Team Canada for Field Hockey Olympic...
Anna Mollenhauer '17 has been representing Canada at the Hockey Series Finals in Spain, a qualifying tournament for the Olympics
2019 Junior School Closing Ceremonies
Students, teachers and families come together for Closing Ceremonies that mark the end of the 2018-19 school year
2019 Middle School Closing Ceremonies
Our Middle School community celebrates the end of the 2018-19 school year at Closing Ceremonies
Congratulations to the Class of 2019!
Congratulations to the Class of 2019! Watch the complete Graduation Ceremony and read the insightful reflections from valedictorian Matthew Owen-Flood
Reflections From Our Outgoing Head Prefects
Grade 12 leaders Morgan Warner and Ewan Halliday look back on their year as heads of the Prefect Council
Grade 6 Students Pitch Proposals to Redesign SMUS
A cross-curricular project sees Middle School students redesigning their school with an eye on sustainability
Three Students Recognized in National Poetry Contest
Three SMUS students were recognized with the League of Canadian Poets' Jessamy Stursberg Poetry Prize
SMUS in the News: Students Raise Awareness on World Oceans Day
Grade 4 students took part in World Oceans Day by helping to educate the public about the impact humans have on our oceans
Students to Spend Summer Working as Cancer Researchers
Two Grade 11 students will spend their summer working on groundbreaking cancer research at the BC Cancer Agency in Victoria. Christian Turpin and Kevin...
SMUS in the News: Prime Minister Reads Letter from University School Grad at D-Day...
To mark the 75th anniversary of D-Day, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau shared the story of Lt.-Col. Cecil Merrit, a University School grad from 1923
SMUS in the News: Jelena Mrdjenovich ’00 – Inside an Athlete’s Head
Boxer Jelena Mrdjenovich '00 is featured in the CBC series 'Inside an Athlete's Head'
Grade 5s Bring Ogre-the-Top Musical to the Stage
We chat with a few of the talented young performers in this year's Grade 5 musical, Shrek the Musical JR.
Outdoor Education: Learning to Build a Connection with Nature
Our outdoor education program blurs the line between learning and building a connection with nature
David Kim ’05: Helping Students Reach Their Full Potential
David Kim is the person he is today because generous donors supported financial assistance that allowed him to get a SMUS education
VIDEO: French Students Deliver at Public Speaking Competition
Watch Middle School students Bianca and Samantha perform their award-winning Concours d'art oratoire speeches
Alumni Entrepreneurs Inspire Our Grade 3 Inventors
SMUS grads Joseph and Jure Erlic, inventors of HoopLight, speak with our Grade 3 students about inventing a product
SMUS in the News: Celebrating 25 Years of the Rees Rugby Boot Game Rivalry
CHEK News previews the 25th rugby Boot Game happening on May 4
Middle School Math is All About Problem Solving
Middle School math at St. Michaels University School helps students develop the skills to persevere through problem solving
Celebrating 25 Years of the Boot Game Rugby Rivalry
Alumni Weekend marks the 25th SMUS vs. Oak Bay rugby Boot Game, named in honour of Gareth Rees '85
Sun Shine
The new Sun Centre student commons and dining hall is at the heart of student life and community
Brown Hall Upgrades Bring New Opportunities
The school's former dining hall underwent a seismic upgrade this school year, which brings with it the creation of newfound space for our community
SMUS Teacher Feature: Mr. Richard Brambley
Meet Mr. Richard Brambley, our incoming Director of Middle School, in this SMUS Teacher Feature
The Winner of The Best School Year Ever 2019 is…
Find out who won The Best School Year Ever contest and a scholarship to SMUS for the 2019-20 school year
Behind the Scenes of Seussical the SMUSical
We chat with some of the talented young performers in this year's Middle School musical, Seussical
The Lasting Impact of Financial Assistance
Financial assistance helps bring amazing students to SMUS, and a SMUS education has a lasting impact on their lives
SMUS in the News: Aysha Emmerson ’18 to Attend UN Session on Status of...
Alumnus Aysha Emmerson '18 was recently selected by Zonta International to attend the the 63rd Session of the Commission of the Status of Women
Behind the Scenes of Mamma Mia!
We sit down with the four talented students playing the lead roles in this year's Senior School musical, Mamma Mia!
SMUS Teacher Feature: Mr. David Enns
Middle School band teacher – and director of Seussical – Mr. David Enns is highlighted in our latest Teacher Feature
Thank You for the Music: Previewing Mamma Mia!
Cast members in our upcoming Senior School musical, Mamma Mia!, reflect on their time performing in the show
Students reflect on Global Play Day
On February 8, students at the Junior School celebrated Global Play Day. Global Play Day is an opportunity for the Junior School to highlight...
The Next Generation of City Planners
This article originally appeared in the Winter 2018 issue of School Ties.
by Kyle Slavin
If you were given the challenge of redesigning an important urban space,...
Introducing Chief Financial Officer Rita Lord
Meet Rita Lord, the new Chief Financial Officer at St. Michaels University School
Student Q&A: Grade 8 Leadership Conference
We chat with Grade 8 student Neil P. about his experience as one of the student organizers of the Grade 8 Leadership Conference
Walk Around SMUS in Our New Virtual Campus Tour
Tour around St. Michaels University School using our newly updated Virtual Campus Tour
Photo Gallery: Middle School Students Shine at Science Fair
Middle School students presented their research and findings at the annual Science Fair this week
SMUS Teacher Feature: Mrs. Laura Keziere
Ms. Laura Keziere, who has been teaching at SMUS since 1984, is highlighted in our latest Teacher Feature
How Our Community Supports Students in the Classroom
Many projects at SMUS that support student learning in the classroom would not be possible without the support of the Annual Appeal
An Interview With Mr. Xavier Abrioux ’76
An extended interview with Mr. Xavier Abrioux '76 from the Winter 2018 edition of School Ties
SMUS in the News: Students Win Seed Money to Improve Quality of Life in...
A group of SMUS students was named a finalist in the South Island Prosperity Project's Future Innovator Challenge
SMUS in the News: Callum Montgomery ’15 Selected Fourth in MLS SuperDraft
Callum Montgomery '14 was selected fourth in the MLS SuperDraft and is off to play soccer for FC Dallas
The Hidden Benefits of SMUS’s Career Day
Career Day offers much more for students than simply learning about a career you're interested in
SMUS in the News: Ashley Stobbart ’98 Halfway Through Around-the-World Sailing Trip
Ashley Stobbart '98 and husband Ben Brehmer have spent the last four years sailing around the world – and they're only halfway there
The Top 11 @YourSMUS Instagram Posts of 2018
We highlight the 11 most popular @yourSMUS Instagram posts of the past 365 days!
Primary Students Share ‘Holiday Memories’ in Concert
Junior School students reflect on the recent Primary Concert that celebrated the holiday season through song and dance
SMUS in the News: An In-Depth Interview with Stewart Butterfield ’91
Alumnus Stewart Butterfield '91 sits down for an interview on his strategies for motivating employees, why philosophy helps him be a better leader and more
SMUS Teacher Feature: Ms. Megan Blackey
Middle School teacher Ms. Megan Blackey is now in her second year at SMUS. She is originally from Chilliwack and was raised in the...
Helping Our Head of School Provide Opportunities
Head of School Mark Turner reflects on the Annual Appeal and how it impacts every student and every opportunity
Carol Service Brings the SMUS Community Together
The SMUS community gathers for the annual Carol Service to enjoy choir performances and thoughtful messages about the holiday season
The Next Generation of Engaged, Informed Citizens
Students in AP Comparative Government and Politics use real-world example to understand the value of being informed citizens
Middle School Math Rooms Get Learning Upgrades
Classroom renovations featuring flexible furniture and whiteboard walls help support learning Middle School math
Grade 10 Students Brew Up a Unique Coffee Project
Business students and Grade 10 experiential students work together to roast, market and sell coffee beans
SMUS in the News: Diya Courty-Stephens ’19 Wins Philanthropy Award
November 16, 2018
Diya Courty-Stephens '19
CTV Vancouver Island
Teenage trio aims to help save two global problems at once
Victoria News
Local leaders of all ages honoured at...
There’s More to Math Class Than Solving Equations
Math at the Junior School is all about teaching the fundamentals so students learn and understand how to problem-solve
SMUS in the News: Quinn Ngawati ’17 in Demand for Canadian Rugby Teams
The future possibilities in 2017 grad Quinn Ngawati's rugby career are outlined by the Canadian Press
Lest We Forget: Remembrance Day 2018
The SMUS community gathered to celebrate Remembrance Day and honour the men and women who fought for our country
SMUS in the News: Anna Mollenhauer ’17 Named Field Hockey Player of the Year
Anna Mollenhauer '17 was named U SPORTS Canada's field hockey Player of the Year
SMUS Teacher Feature: Mr. Chris Bateman
Mr. Chris Bateman, Head of Visual Art and Design, is highlighted in our latest SMUS Teacher Feature
Personalized Learning: Middle School Art Gets A Creative Redesign
Visual Arts at the Middle School gets a creative redesign to allow for personalized learning for each artist
Talking Peanut Butter with Business Students
Jill Van Gyn, a former SMUS student and entrepreneur, spoke to our Business Education 10 class
SMUS Teacher Feature: Mr. Gordon Chan
Junior School teacher Mr. Gordon Chan is highlighted in the latest SMUS Teacher Feature
SMUS in the News: Kristina Bergman ’97 is a Trailblazer in Seattle’s Tech Industry
Seattle Business magazine features Kristina Bergman in a series highlighting women who are trailblazers in their profession
SMUS in the News: Grade 3 Student’s ‘Levidrome’ Pitch Still Going Strong
One year after first pitching his word 'levidrome', Grade 3 student Levi continues to push to get the term added to the dictionary
Grade 12 Student Wins Youth Philanthropy Award
Student Diya Courty-Stephens is nominated for a philanthropy award for starting an organization that aims to reduce food waste
What is School Spirit?
The Prefect Council enlists students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 – and our Head of School – to define 'school spirit' at SMUS
SMUS in the News: Junior School Student Inspires Orange Shirt Day Action
The Oak Bay News highlights Orange Shirt Day at the Junior School, spearheaded by one of our Grade 4 students
Portrait of a Learner: Helping Students Find Balance in Their Busy Lives
Middle School students learn the importance of finding balance in their lives to help set them up for academic success
SMUS Teacher Feature: Mr. Reagan Daly
Teacher, houseparent and Head of Experiential Education, Mr. Reagan Daly is highlighted in this week's SMUS Teacher Feature
Athletics Week in Review: September 27
Soccer, field hockey, volleyball, cross country and squash are highlighted in the latest Athletics Week in Review
New Junior School Playscape Emphasizes Imagination
Upgrades to the SMUS Junior School playscape this summer highlight the importance of "open-ended", imaginative play
Meet our 2018-19 Head Girl and Head Boy
Meet Morgan Warner and Ewan Halliday, elected Head Boy and Head Girl for the 2018-19 school year at St. Michaels University School
SMUS in the News: Grand Opening of the Sun Centre
The grand opening of the Sun Centre dining hall and student commons is featured in the Saanich News
Sun Centre Grand Opening Kicks Off the New School Year
The Sun Centre, our new dining hall and student commons, has its grand opening to mark the start of the 2018-19 school year
SMUS Teacher Feature: Ms. Kate Knight
Ms. Kate Knight was recently named Interim Director of the Middle School for the 2018-2019 school year.
Kate was born in Penetanguishene, Ontario and raised...
SMUS in the News: Mr. Mark Turner Arrives at SMUS
Head of School Mr. Mark Turner speaks with the Saanich News about his arrival to SMUS
SMUS in the News: Aysha Emmerson ’18 Shares Her Secrets to Success
Aysha Emmerson '18 talks with the Vancouver Sun and offers her advice to help high school students achieve success
SMUS in the News: Harvard-Bound Aysha Emmerson ’18 Earns Zonta Scholarships
2018 grad Aysha Emmerson talks to the Saanich News about her Zonta International scholarship and her work in the community
SMUS in the News: Stewart Butterfield – The Tech Boss Who Grew Up Without...
June 25, 2018
BBC Business
Stewart Butterfield '91
The $5bn tech boss who grew up without electricity
Congratulations to the Class of 2018!
Congratulations to the Class of 2018! Valedictorian Dalal Tubeishat shares her thoughts on behalf of the SMUS graduates
2018 Middle School Closing Ceremonies
Watch the full Middle School Closing Ceremonies that marks the end of the 2017-2018 school year
SMUS in the News: Simon Ibell ’96 Honoured by NBA Owner Mark Cuban
June 7, 2018
Times Colonist
Simon Ibell '96
NBA owner honours Simon Ibell with $250,000 donation
(photo courtesy of Times Colonist)
CONTEST: Shoot Video of Life at SMUS and Win!
Want to win one of five Amazon gift cards? We want Senior School students to share their videos that show what it's like to be a SMUS student
Spring Break Exchange: Ecuador
Two Senior School students write about their exciting exchange trip to Quito, Ecuador during Spring Break.
Introducing Our New Alumni Relations Officer
We are pleased to introduce Denise Rees, our new Alumni Relations Officer
SMUS in the News: Andrew Battershill ’06 Talks About His New Novel
Andrew Battershill '06 sits down with The Globe and Mail to talk about his new crime novel, Marry, Bang, Kill.
SMUS in the News: Steve Nash ’92 Voted into Basketball Hall of Fame
SMUS alum Steve Nash '92 is one of the inductees to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame's Class of 2018
And The Winner of The Best School Year Ever Is…
Find out who won The Best School Year Ever full-year boarding scholarship to St. Michaels University School for the 2018-2019 school year.
SMUS in the News: Anna Mollenhauer ’17 Receives Inaugural UVic Carmen Kirkness Award
Field hockey athlete Anna Mollenhauer '17 receives the inaugural Carmen Kirkness Award for exemplifying courage, humility, heart, hard work and loyalty
Catching Up With the Con Artists
Meet Mark Finamore and Will Barry – the two SMUS students playing con artist Frank Abagnale Jr. in 'Catch Me If You Can - The Musical'
SMUS in the News: Senior School Musical ‘Catch Me If You Can’
The Saanich News chats with a couple of members of the cast of the Senior School musical, Catch Me If You Can
Catching Up with the Cast of Catch Me If You Can
Meet a few of the talented students performing onstage in this year's Senior School musical, Catch Me If You Can – running March 1-3 at the McPherson Playhouse
SMUS in the News: Let’s All Say ‘Levidrome’!
The Times Colonist highlights the continued push to get Grade 2 student Levi Budd's word 'levidrome' into the dictionary
SMUS in the News: Sam Kahn ’17 Bound for Ireland with Canada U19 Rugby...
Alumnus Sam Kahn '17 is named to the Canada U19 rugby team that will play in Ireland
Reflecting on a Great Grade 8 Leadership Conference
Middle School student Sophia H. writes about the experience of organizing and taking part in the Grade 8 leadership conference
Grade 2 Students Give Back With Souper Bowls
Grade 2 students bought a bowl and visited Fired Up! to paint their one-of-a-kind dish, which will be donated and used at the Souper Bowls of Hope.
Bob the Builder
We look back at the legacy of recently retired Head of School Bob Snowden, after serving 22 years in the leadership role at St. Michaels University School
SMUS in the News: Rugby Players Help Castaway Wanderers Win U18 Title
SMUS athletes helped the Castaway Wanderers U18 rugby team win the provincial title
SMUS in the News: Callum Montgomery ’15 Earns Soccer All-Region Honours
Alumnus Callum Montgomery '15 earns all-region honours while playing soccer for the University of North Carolina at Charlotte
SMUS in the News: Oxford Responds to Grade 1 Wordsmith’s ‘Levidrome’ Quest
A rundown of the latest news stories highlight Grade 2 student Levi's quest to get the word 'levidrome' added to the dictionary
SMUS Teacher Feature: Ms. Amy Stark
Middle School Humanities teacher Ms. Amy Stark is highlighted in this week's SMUS Teacher Feature
SMUS in the News: Student’s “Levidrome” Pitch Gains Momentum with William Shatner, Urban Dictionary...
Grade 2 SMUS student Levi's progress to get 'levidrome' into the dictionary is chronicled in a series of Oak Bay News articles
Author Kenneth Oppel ’85 Named 2017 Distinguished Alumnus
Author Kenneth Oppel '85 was the keynote speaker for our Founders and Scholars Day and he was also the recipient of the 2017 Distinguished Alumnus Award
Why the Playground is an Important Classroom
We explore why the Junior School playground is an important classroom for children to develop skills that are hard to teach in a purely academic setting
SMUS Teacher Feature: Mr. Andrew Murgatroyd
Senior School math teacher – and 2002 grad – Mr. Andrew Murgatroyd is highlighted in this week's Teacher Feature
SMUS in the News: Michael Baart ’14, Anna Mollenhauer ’17 Named Canada West Second...
Alums and current UVic athletes Michael Baart '14 (soccer) and Anna Mollenhauer '17 (field hockey) were named the second stars of the week by Canada West
SMUS in the News: Grade 2 Student Pitches ‘Levidrome’ as a New Word
A Grade 2 SMUS student wants to get 'levidrome' into the dictionary. The Times Colonist highlights the definition and story of how levidrome came to be
SMUS Teacher Feature: Mrs. Beth Johnston
Chemistry teacher Mrs. Beth Johnston is highlighted in this week's Teacher Feature. She's also opening up her classroom as part of Fall Spark Open House on Oct. 20
SMUS Teacher Feature: Mrs. Sarah Donatelli
Middle School teacher Mrs. Sarah Donatelli is highlighted in this week's SMUS Teacher Feature
Grade 10 Students Sail Aboard the Pacific Swift (VIDEO)
Climb aboard the Pacific Swift with Grade 10 students who are learning outside the classroom! Watch them talk about their outdoor ed sailing experience
SMUS in the News: Simon Ibell ’96 Remembered at Vikes Championship Breakfast
The Times Colonist highlights the annual UVic Vikes breakfast, where teacher and coach Ian Hyde-Lay delivered the keynote address on behalf of and in memory of alumnus Simon Ibell
The Best School Year Ever is Back and Bigger Than Ever!
This year The Best School Year Ever® contest is awarding 20 boarding scholarships to high school students from North America
Grade 6s Head to Camp Thunderbird for Outdoor Education Trip
Grade 6 students Damon and Michael write about their fun outdoor education trip to Camp Thunderbird
SMUS Teacher Feature: Mr. Eliot Anderson
Mr. Eliot Anderson, Director of the Senior School, is highlighted in the latest SMUS Teacher Feature
SMUS in the News: Adrian Hof and Alexa Matthews Golf Alongside PGA Greats
Grade 12 athlete Adrian Hof and Alexa Matthews join PGA golfer (and two-time Masters champion) Bernhard Langer at the Pacific Links Bear Mountain Championship
SMUS Teacher Feature: Ms. Kathryn Humphries
Junior School music teacher Ms. Kathryn Humphries is highlighted in this week's SMUS Teacher Feature
SMUS in the News: Gwendolen O’Connor ’12 Talks Recovering from a Stroke
Alumnus Gwendolen O'Connor talks to the Goldstream News Gazette about the road to recovery after having a stroke before the start of her Grade 11 year at SMUS
SMUS in the News: SMUS Shortlisted for Prism Award for Coaching
The Saanich News highlights SMUS being named a finalist for the International Coach Federation's Prism Award
New Spaces at SMUS
Students and teachers returned to St. Michaels University School this week to find some big changes had occurred over the summer.
SMUS Teacher Feature: Mrs. Shannon Williams
Middle School teacher Mrs. Shannon Williams is highlighted in this week's SMUS Teacher Feature
#SMUSSelfie Instagram Contest: Meet Your Prefect Council
The first week back at school is the perfect time to make new friends. That's why we're running the #SMUSSelfie Instagram contest with the SMUS Prefect Council
SMUS in the News: Ewan Halliday and Matthias Hoenisch Battle For Yukon Tennis Title
Boarding students Ewan Halliday and Matthias Hoenisch were the last two standing in the men's single competition at the Yukon Tennis Championships
SMUS Named as Finalist for International Executive Coaching Award
St. Michaels University School was named a finalist for the international Prism Award, awarded by the International Coach Federation
SMUS in the News: SMUS Alumni Help B.C. U19 Boys Capture Canadian Rugby Championship...
SMUS alumni Aidan Cole, Lucas De Vries and Jonas Robinson represent B.C. on the U19 team at the Canadian Rugby Championship
A Celebration of Life for Simon Ibell
The SMUS community gathered together to celebrate Simon Ibell's life, his accomplishments and his legacy.
SMUS in the News: Ian Hyde-Lay to Represent Simon Ibell ’96 as Vikes Keynote...
SMUS basketball coach Ian Hyde-Lay will represent the late Simon Ibell as the keynote speaker at the University of Victoria Vikes breakfast in September
SMUS in the News: Quinn Ngawati ’17 Makes Wolfpack Debut
Quinn Ngawati '17 made his rugby league debut this weekend for the Toronto Wolfpack in a 62-10 win over the Gloucestershire All Golds
SMUS in the News: Quinn Ngawati ’17 Could Make Pro Rugby League Debut
The National Post highlights 2017 grad Quinn Ngawati, and the potential for him to make his pro rugby league career debut this weekend with the Toronto Wolfpack
Middle School Project Envisions Sustainable Urban Spaces
by Julie Harris
This term, Grade 6 students collaborated on a real-world interdisciplinary project to redesign an urban space to meet the sustainability challenges of...
Grade 8 Students Create ‘Les Caravanes Gastronomiques’
At lunchtime one day last week, our Grade 8 students opened for business their own "caravanes gastronomiques" a.k.a. food trucks! This year, the Grade...
SMUS Teacher Feature: Mr. Bob Snowden
Head of School Mr. Bob Snowden, who retires at the end of this school year, is highlighted in the SMUS Teacher Feature
“Best Exploratory Ever” Pairs Middle Schoolers with Local Seniors
"I don’t know if there will ever be something at school that will impact me the way this did." Middle School students reflect on a unique partnership they made with residents at a local seniors home
Grade 10 Students Depart for Experiential Learning Pursuits
Grade 10 students head out on 'the pursuit' to immerse themselves in real-world activities and environments for experiential learning
SMUS Teacher Feature: Ms. Lindy Van Alstine
Middle School science teacher Ms. Lindy Van Alstine, who retires this year after 26 years at SMUS, is featured in this week's SMUS Teacher Feature
Dream Big Stories: Ms. Bernadette Abrioux
Math is a tough subject. It's the one students tend to struggle with the most. But Senior School math teacher Ms. Bernadette Abrioux feels she...
SMUS in the News: SMUS Rugby Takes Provincial AA Three-Peat
June 3, 2017
Varsity Letters
1st XV Rugby Team
SMUS play for fallen alum, top Brentwood College for B.C. AA three-peat
SMUS in the News: SMUS Students Bridge the Generations with Seniors
The Saanich News highlights a wonderful community project that connected our Middle School Exploratory students with seniors at a local retirement home
SMUS in the News: SMUS Bids Farewell to Bob Snowden
The Saanich News writes about Head of School Bob Snowden's retirement after 22 years at SMUS
SMUS in the News: Simon Ibell ’96 Passes Away
Media coverage of the passing of Simon Ibell '96
SMUS in the News: SMUS Makes Provincial Tennis Finals
The Yukon News interviews two SMUS boarding students about their roles on the SMUS tennis team, which reached the provincials finals last week
Grade 5 Students Stage Tale As Old As Time
The SMUSpaper sits down with Grade 5 students who are ready to perform "Beauty and the Beast Jr." this week at the McPherson Playhouse
SMUS Teacher Feature: Ms. Emily Deslaurier
Junior School French teacher Ms. Emily Deslaurier is highlighted in this week's SMUS Teacher Feature
SMUS in the News: Actor/Writer Corey Large ’93 Making a Splash Down Under
Corey Large '93 talks to the Times Colonist about his latest film project, In Like Flynn, a biopic about screen legend Errol Flynn
SMUS in the News: Russell Brown ’83 Talks Life as a Supreme Court Justice
The Globe and Mail features alumnus Russell Brown '83 and talks to him about his life as a Supreme Court justice
Young Singers Rock Out for Choral Concert
Grade 4-8 students took to the stage for a Choral Concert this week that was more like a rock show than a choir performance
SMUS Teacher Feature: Mr. Andy Rodford
Mr. Andy Rodford, Director of the Senior School and next year's Acting Head of School, is highlighted in this week's SMUS Teacher Feature
SMUS in the News: Pro Rugby Career Beckons for Quinn Ngawati ’17
2017 grad Quinn Ngawati, who will play rugby next year with the Toronto Wolfpack, is featured by Varsity Letters
Dream Big Stories: Mr. Duncan Frater
Choir teacher Mr. Duncan Frater talks firsthand about how the Dream Big annual fund helps students do more of what they love: the arts
SMUS Teacher Feature: Mr. Mark Turner
Our newly introduced Head of School Mr. Mark Turner is highlighted in this week's SMUS Teacher Feature
Sun Centre Construction on Track for Spring 2018 Opening
Watch a time-lapse of the Sun Centre construction project. Our new dining hall and student commons is beginning to take shape
SMUS in the News: Students Participate in Mock Provincial Election
CTV Vancouver Island talks to Senior School students participating in a mock election ahead of the official B.C. election
SMUS Teacher Feature: Ms. Dariol Haydock
Middle School assistant director Ms. Dariol Haydock is highlighted in this week's SMUS Teacher Feature
SMUS Announces Mr. Mark Turner as New Head of School
St. Michaels University School is pleased to announce Mr. Mark Turner has been appointed as the new Head of School.
Why Facebook Doesn’t Replace Your High School Reunion
Here's 10 reasons why a high school reunion – or in our case Alumni Weekend – is an experience that a Facebook friendship will never replace
SMUS Teacher Feature: Mr. Evan Fryer
Senior School math teacher, Senior boys soccer coach and Barnacle houseparent, Mr. Evan Fryer leads a very busy life inside and outside of SMUS.
Since...
SMUS in the News: Grade 8 Digital Detox and Ms. Lee’s ‘Talking With Strangers’...
Ms. Tanya Lee and her Grade 8 Communication Skills class are featured on Chek News
SMUS Teacher Feature: Mr. Matt Keil
Grade 5 teacher Mr. Matt Keil is highlighted in this week's SMUS Teacher Feature
SMUS Talks Event Builds Student and Community “Connections”
Senior School students share what they learned from organizing and experiencing the inaugural SMUS Talks event
Dream Big Stories: Ms. Nikki Kaufmann
Ms. Nikki Kaufmann talks about how SMUS's annual Dream Big fund has a direct impact on the school's athletics program and student population
SMUS in the News: Blue Jags Eye Another Rugby Title
The Times Colonist features the Senior boys rugby team and their quest for another B.C. boys rugby title
SMUS Teacher Feature: Ms. Alex Cecill
Senior School art teacher Ms. Alex Cecill is highlighted in this week's SMUS Teacher Feature
GALLERY: Junior School Students Photograph Health and Wellness Week
Check out the gallery of photos taken by Kindergarten to Grade 5 students during Health and Wellness Week at the Junior School
SMUS in the News: Jeff Marshall ’87 Talks ‘Body Break’ Program at Saskatoon School
April 7, 2017
CBC News
Jeff Marshall '87
School program encourages students to hit the gym when struggling to concentrate
SMUS Teacher Feature: Mr. Zyoji Jackson
Middle School teacher and senior houseparent Mr. Zyoji Jackson is highlighted in this week's SMUS Teacher Feature
SMUS in the News: Tessa Pihl ’14 Sets Sights on Feature Film Career
Alumnus Tessa Pihl '14 sits down with the Kelowna Daily Courier to talk about her acting career
SMUS in the News: Jamison Schulz-Franco ’17 Recognized as “Future 15” Award Recipient
Grade 12 student Jamison Schulz-Franco is recognized by UniversityHub.ca as one of their "Future 15" award recipients
SMUS in the News: Quinn Ngawati ’17 Among the Pack
Grade 12 student Quinn Ngawati, recently named to the Toronto Wolfpack rugby league team, is featured by Kiwi League Central
SMUS Teacher Feature: Mr. Mike Jackson
Senior School science teacher Mr. Mike Jackson is highlighted in this week's SMUS Teacher Feature
Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory Closes Its Doors
The SMUSpaper sits down with five students who played varying roles – from Oompa Loompas to stagehands – in the Middle School musical, Willy Wonka
The Best School Year Ever: “What is Your Dream?”
"It's always just been a dream of mine to go to boarding school." Find out who is the winner of a full-year boarding scholarship to St. Michaels University School
Grade 4 Student Becomes Principal for a Day
Grade 4 student Mr. Wil Woods becomes Principal for a Day at SMUS, and tries to ensure all students have a fun day, too
SMUS Teacher Feature: Ms. Alison Galloway
Grade 3 teacher Ms. Alison Galloway is highlighted in this week's SMUS Teacher Feature
SMUS in the News: Mia Roberts ’16 Named Rookie Basketball Player of the Year
Alum Mia Roberts '16 is named PACWEST Rookie of the Year for her first year playing basketball as a Camosun Charger
Willy Wonka: Golden Ticket Holders Talk Middle School Musical
The SMUSpaper sits down with the young actors taking a tour of the chocolate factory in the Middle School's musical presentation of Willy Wonka
SMUS in the News: Natasha Kis-Toth ’18 at World Cup Fencing in Richmond
February 22, 2017
Richmond News
Natasha Kis-Toth '18
The Pulse: En Garde
SMUS in the News: Ragtime’s Message Still Rings True
Saanich News promos the Senior School production of Ragtime, and the important message the show presents
Curtain Call: Meet Ragtime’s Coalhouse Walker Jr.
The SMUSpaper sits down with the two students playing Coalhouse Walker Jr. in the Senior School musical, Ragtime
The Best School Year Ever 2017 Finalists Are…
We are excited to introduce you to the five finalists of The Best School Year Ever contest
SMUS Teacher Feature: Ms. Amanda Chen
Middle School Humanities and Mandarin teacher Ms. Amanda Chen is highlighted in this week's SMUS Teacher Feature
Lieutenant Governor of B.C. Visits the SMUS Junior School
The Lieutenant Governor of B.C. visited our Junior School and took
Dream Big Stories: Ms. Susan Vachon
Ms. Susan Vachon talks about how SMUS's annual Dream Big fund has a direct impact on the education students receive – in this case Learning Resources
SMUS Teacher Feature: Ms. Susan MacDonald
Senior School English teacher Ms. Susan MacDonald is highlighted in this week's SMUS Teacher Feature
SMUS in the News: Symons Family Helps Mark BMO Bicentennial in Oak Bay
"When Michael [Symons] was going through some family boxes, he came across a special half-penny Bank of Montreal token from 1844, which he gifted to the BMO branch."
SMUS Teacher Feature: Ms. Jennifer Leyh
Grade 1 teacher Ms. Jennifer Leyh is highlighted in this week's SMUS Teacher Feature
AP Students Map Their Family’s Migration History
AP Human Geography students learn about migration by researching and mapping their family histories
SMUS in the News: Fuailefau ’10 and McCloskey ’10 at Wellington Sevens
Alumni Mike Fuailefau ’10 and Luke McCloskey '10 help Canada to a fourth-place finish at the 2017 Wellington Sevens tournament
SMUS Teacher Feature: Mr. George Floyd
Middle School science and technology teacher Mr. George Floyd is highlighted in this week's SMUS Teacher Feature
Grade 8 Students Ask, “What is Your Weird?”
Grade 8 student organizers of the Accepting 2 Connecting leadership conference highlight the importance of "embracing your weird" and accepting everyone for who they are
Reflections on a Service Day for Project Somos
Students Aysha Emmerson and Dalal Tubeishat spoke in Chapel this week about Project Somos, a charity in Guatemala that helps single and widowed mothers and their children
SMUS Teacher Feature: Mr. Peter Butterfield
Choir teacher and boarding houseparent Mr. Peter Butterfield is covered in this week's SMUS Teacher Feature
SMUS in the News: Trailer Released for Documentary on Jelena Mrdjenovich ’00
Jelena Mrdjenovich '00 '00 is the subject of a new documentary "Jelena - The Film" that will be released in March
Digital Detox: Challenging Students to Unplug for the Weekend
"I just can't imagine living without my phone for a weekend." Middle School students and teachers lock their phones away for a digital detox
SMUS Teacher Feature: Ms. Becky Anderson
Ms. Becky Anderson, Director of the Junior School, is highlighted in this week's SMUS Teacher Feature
SMUS in the News: Marvin Nicholson ’89 Pegs President Barack Obama as Groomsman
Alum Marvin Nicholson '89 and his new wife Helen Pajcic recently got married, with U.S. President Barack Obama as one of Nicholson's groomsmen
SMUS Teacher Feature: Mr. David Kerr
Senior School teacher Mr. David Kerr is highlighted in this week's SMUS Teacher Feature
SMUS in the News: Ann Makosinski ’15 Talks Forbes 30 Under 30 List
Ann Makosinski '15 talks with CBC, CTV and the Times Colonist about being named to the Forbes 30 Under 30 list
SMUS in the News: Toronto Wolfpack See Quinn Ngawati ’17 As One to Watch
Grade 12 student Quinn Ngawati – who earned himself a rugby league contract recently – is featured in the Ottawa Citizen
SMUS in the News: Ann Makosinski ’15 Named to Forbes 30 Under 30
Ann Makosinski '15, founder of Makotronics Entreprises, is named to the Forbes 30 Under 30 List
SMUS in the News: Jamison Schulz-Franco ’17 Leads the Way on Field and Court
Grade 12 student Jamison Schulz-Franco is featured on Chek News in the lead-up to the inaugural Passion Sports UVic Alumni Basketball Tournament
SMUS in the News: Quinn Ngawati ’17 Earns Pro Rugby League Deal
Grade 12 athlete Quinn Ngawati recently earned himself a contract to play rugby with the Toronto Wolfpack, Canada's newest pro rugby team
SMUS in the News: Quinn Ngawati ’17 Chasing English Rugby League Dream
December 17, 2016
The Province
Quinn Ngawati '17
Victoria teen Quinn Ngawati chasing English rugby league dream
Dream Big Stories: Rev. Keven Fletcher
Rev. Keven Fletcher talks about how SMUS's annual Dream Big fund has a direct impact on the education students receive – in this case character education
SMUS Teacher Feature: Ms. Shona Lazin
Kindergarten teacher Ms. Shona Lazin is highlighted in this week's SMUS Teacher Feature
Putting the “Service” in Christmas Carol Service
Our annual Christmas Carol Service brings the community together for a beautiful evening of music and student reflections
SMUS Teacher Feature: Ms. Sarah Beeston
Ms. Sarah Beeston, a SMUS alumnus, is highlighted in this week's SMUS Teacher Feature
GALLERY: SMUS Community Comes Together for Christmas
Students and staff gathered together to celebrate Christmas, sing some carols, have some laughs and enjoy the holiday season
SMUS in the News: Singer Anj Djearam ’23 Wins Conservatory Gold
December 1, 2016
Peninsula News Review
Anj Djearam '23
North Saanich girl gets gold medal from Royal Conservatory of Music
(photo courtesy of Peninsula News Review)
SMUS in the News: Quinn Ngawati ’17 Selected as Finalist for Pro Rugby Team
Grade 12 student Quinn Ngawati has been selected as a finalist to play for the Toronto Wolfpack, a new pro rugby team
SMUS Teacher Feature: Mr. Mike Danskin
Middle School teacher – and SMUS lifer – Mr. Mike Danskin is highlighted in this week's Teacher Feature
Grade 4 String Musicians Make Their Public Debut
After just three months of learning music, our talented young strings musicians took the stage this week and showed off their skills
SMUS in the News: Jasper Johnston ’16 Shares 100 Days of Harvard
Jasper Johnston '16 has taken to Instagram using the moniker @100DaysofHarvard to visually document his first 100 days at the university
Grade 10 Students Reflect on Experiential Opportunities
Three students write about their experiences so far in the unique Grade 10 experiential program
SMUS in the News: Blue Jags Take AA Soccer Title
The Senior boys soccer team's provincial AA victory is covered in the Times Colonist and Saanich News
SMUS Teacher Feature: Mr. Kevin Cook
Mr. Kevin Cook, our Director of Service, is highlighted in this week's SMUS Teacher Feature
At Home With Boarders Without Borders
Our annual Boarders Without Borders event sees boarding students invited into local homes for a home-cooked meal and an authentic Canadian experience
SMUS in the News: Jake Wilmott ’15 Begins Basketball Journey at Camosun
November 18, 2016
Chek News
Jake Wilmott '15
Local High School Champ begins College basketball Grind
(photo courtesy of Chek News)
Grade 12s Return to Junior School for Lifers Assembly
Our Class of 2017 includes 19 Lifers – students who've been at SMUS since Kindergarten or Grade 1.
SMUS Teacher Feature: Ms. Jennifer Fisher
Junior School strings teacher Ms. Jennifer Fisher is highlighted in this week's SMUS Teacher Feature
SMUS in the News: Senior Boys Punch Ticket to Colonist Cup Final
November 17, 2016
Times Colonist
Senior boys soccer team
SMUS, Reynolds punch tickets to Colonist Cup final
Remembrance Day: Stand in Silence and Remember
The St. Michaels University School community came together on Nov. 10 to mark Remembrance Day
SMUS Teacher Feature: Ms. Nancy Mollenhauer
Middle School teacher Ms. Nancy Mollenhauer is highlighted in this week's SMUS Teacher Feature
WANTED: (Even More) Amazing High School Students
We're well aware of it: The Best School Year Ever® contest is a little corny. But we're OK with that – because we know that this opportunity changes students’ lives.
SMUS Teacher Feature: Ms. Ruth McGhee
Ms. Ruth McGhee is no stranger to the SMUS neighbourhood. She was born and raised in Victoria, and her childhood home was three houses down...
SMUS in the News: Nancy Mollenhauer Inducted into Victoria Sports Hall of Fame
Middle School teacher Nancy Mollenhauer is inducted into the Victoria Sports Hall of Fame.
SMUS Teacher Feature: Mr. Marcelle Kitengie
Junior School teacher Mr. Marcelle Kitengie is highlighted in this week's SMUS Teacher Feature
GALLERY (Oct. 22-28): Family Fall Fest, Togas and Motocross Racing!
Across our school in all areas – athletics, academics, arts and more – our students were very busy these past seven days.
SMUS in the News: Inside Steve Nash’s Fútbol Fascination
Sports Illustrated sits down with Steve Nash '92 to chat about his love of soccer
Middle School Lends a Hand and Enjoys Community Service
Our Grade 6-8 students headed into our community this week to engage in meaningful service work as part of our annual Community Service Day
SMUS in the News: Grade 11 Student Tony Liu Fundraising for Our Place
Grade 11 student Tony Liu is organizing a tennis event for October 22 to raise money for Our Place Society
Junior School Runners Cap Off a Great Cross-Country Season
The sound of feet splashing through puddles, the smell of damp grass, the splatter of un-washable mud stains on SMUS sports T-shirts can only...
SMUS Teacher Feature: Mr. Adrian French
Get to know Director of Learning Mr. Adrian French in this week's SMUS Teacher Feature
SMUS Teacher Feature: Mr. Shawn Zhang
Get to know SMUS's newest Middle and Senior School Mandarin teacher, Mr. Shawn Zhang, in this week's SMUS Teacher Feature
GALLERY (Oct. 7-14): Seattle Trip, Cross-Country, Sculpting and More!
It was a short school week this week, thanks to the Thanksgiving long weekend.
A large group of boarding students travelled to Seattle for the long weekend to...
SMUS Teacher Feature: Mr. Dave Hlannon
Get to know SMUS's Director of Educational Technology, Mr. Dave Hlannon, in this week's SMUS Teacher Feature
SMUS Teacher Feature: Ms. Tawnya Mullen
Get to know Kindergarten teacher Ms. Tawnya Mullen in this week's SMUS Teacher Feature
“There’s No Such Thing as a Born Leader”
At St. Michaels University School, we believe the idea of the born leader is a myth. What we do believe is leadership is a skill all students can learn.
SMUS in the News: Gareth Rees ’85 Meets Prince William… Again
September 27, 2016
Gareth Rees '85
CTV Vancouver Island
BC rugby legend who coached Prince William meets him again
Times Colonist
The coach and his princely protégé
(photo courtesy of...
SMUS Teacher Feature: Mr. Jordan Tessarolo
From studying biochemistry to playing in a professional ultimate frisbee league, get to know Senior School math teacher Mr. Jordan Tessarolo in this week's SMUS Teacher Feature
GALLERY (Sept. 19-23): Terry Fox Run, Outdoor Ed, Volleyball and More!
Here are a handful of photos from the week of Sept. 19-23 at St. Michaels University School.
Digital Detox: Why Students Need to Unplug and Go Outdoors
"When we can do a five-day outdoor education trip and build in time away from technology, we're seeing that it’s really valuable for students."
SMUS Teacher Feature: Ms. Crystal Vaughan
Get to know Middle School counsellor Ms. Crystal Vaughan in this week's SMUS Teacher Feature
GALLERY: Faces and Fun from the First Week Back at School
Here are a handful of photos from all of the fun events that kicked off the 2016-17 school year
SMUS Teacher Feature: Mr. Eric Donatelli
Get to know physics teacher Mr. Eric Donatelli in this week's SMUS Teacher Feature
SMUS in the News: Callum Montgomery ’15 Named Conference USA Player of the Week
September 7, 2016
University of North Carolina
Callum Montgomery '15
Sunol-Rojas and Montgomery Earn C-USA Weekly Honors
6 Tips for New Boarding Students – from Veteran Boarders
The six Grade 12 students elected Heads of our boarding houses offer advice to new boarding students
SMUS in the News: SMUS Rocks Out with Musical Theatre Camp
August 23, 2016
Saanich News
Summer Musical Theatre Academy
SMUS rocks out with musical theatre camp
(photo courtesy of Saanich News)
SMUS in the News: Sailor Max Gallant ’14 is Tokyo Dreaming
August 11, 2016
Oak Bay News
Max Gallant '14
RVYC sailor is Tokyo dreaming
SMUS in the News: Sarah Donald ’90 On Stage at The Belfry
August 10, 2016
Oak Bay News
Sarah Donald '90
Modern motherhood on stage
SMUS in the News: Bruce Kuklinski as Rugby Citing Commissioner for Rio Olympics
August 8, 2016
Bruce Kuklinski
Chek News
Game On! – July 31, 2016 (skip to 8:35)
Saanich News
St. Michaels athletics coach will referee at Olympics
Times Colonist
Victorians play key roles...
SMUS in the News: Geographer Chris Darimont ’92 Researches Coastal Wolves
August 3, 2016
National Geographic
Chris Darimont '92
Meet the rare swimming wolves that eat seafood
(photo courtesy of National Geographic)
SMUS in the News: Film Camp Puts Focus on Kids
July 29, 2016
Saanich News
SMUS's Education Extension: Shoot the Right Stuff
Film camp puts focus on kids
(photo courtesy of Saanich News)
Teacher Bruce Kuklinski Sets His ‘Cites’ on Rio Olympic Rugby
Middle School teacher Bruce Kuklinski heads to Rio de Janeiro to work as a citing commissioner for Olympic rugby sevens games
SMUS in the News: An Excerpt from Steven Price’s Novel ‘By Gaslight’
July 22, 2016
The Globe & Mail
Steven Price '94
Summer Reading: An excerpt from Steven Price's new novel By Gaslight
SMUS in the News: Zoe Lott ’19 and Hampton Little League Heads to Nationals
July 20, 2016
Zoe Lott '19
Times Colonist
Hampton Little League softball stars take aim at national title
Chek News
Hampton girls get set for Canadian Championships
SMUS in the News: Callum Montgomery ’15 Named Highlanders Player of the Year
July 17, 2016
Times Colonist
Callum Montgomery '15
Highlanders finish season with a draw
SMUS in the News: Sarah Hagkull ’16 to Row for University of Tulsa
July 14, 2016
University of Tulsa
Sarah Hagkull '16
Tulsa Rowing Adds Three to 2016-17 Roster
SMUS in the News: Feeding Our Future Program Helps Low-Income Youth in Victoria
July 15, 2016
Sodexo's Feeding Our Future program
Victoria News
Program helps feed youth from low-income families in Victoria
CTV Vancouver Island
July 14 – CTV News at 6...
SMUS in the News: SMUS Students Win Nanaimo Parklet Contest
July 13, 2016
Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (RAIC)
Fo Wu and Jasmine Yu '17
Nanaimo parklets leave lasting impact
SMUS in the News: Singer/Songwriter Fintan O’Brien Raising Money for Youth Arts Camp
July 14, 2016
Victoria News
Fintan O'Brien '14
Young singer/songwriter raising funds for music camp
SMUS Goes Greek
Earlier this summer, a group of Grade 8 (soon-to-be Grade 9) students headed around the world to visit Greece. The students were all members of...
The Graduating Class of 2016
Congratulations to the Class of 2016.
We are proud to add 151 names to the ever-growing list of SMUS alumni, as the graduating class officially...
2016 Middle School Closing Ceremonies
The annual Middle School Closing Ceremonies is a highlight of the school year – albeit held on the very last day of the year...
2016 Senior School Closing Ceremonies
On Friday afternoon, the Senior School Closing Ceremonies were held, marking the official end of the school year for the Grade 9-11 students. Among...
2016 Junior School Closing Ceremonies
For the youngest at our school, summer vacation started Thursday after each of the Kindergarten to Grade 5 students proudly crossed the stage, waved to...
SMUS in the News: Sean Lider ’16 is a Giving Grad
June 14, 2016
Saanich News
Sean Lider '16
Giving grad
SMUS in the News: Ryan Hindson ’17 a Standout in B.C. High School Basketball
June 10, 2016
Yukon News
Ryan Hindson '17
Whitehorse’s Ryan Hindson a standout in B.C. high school basketball
Innovation Hour is “Personalized Learning at Its Best”
What is your passion? Every student at SMUS has a different answer to that question. For some their passion lies somewhere in the realm of arts or...
Reflections from the Outgoing Head Girl and Head Boy
Outgoing Head Girl and Head Boy – Sarah Jones and Jasper Johnston – reflect on their time as school leaders and heads of SMUS's Prefect Council
SMUS in the News: Callum Montgomery ’15 Anchors the Victoria Highlanders
June 10, 2016
Times Colonist
Callum Montgomery '15
Highlanders hope to stymie front-running Foothills FC
SMUS in the News: Grade 4 Students Explore the ‘Emerald Forest’
June 8, 2016
CTV Vancouver Island
Fish Eye Project presents The Emerald Forest (clip starts at 20:20)
SMUS in the News: Grade 11 Students Have Designs on Parklet Competition
June 8, 2016
Saanich News
Fo Wu and Jasmine Yu '17
St. Michaels students have designs on parklet competition
Grade 5 Opera “Die Fledermaus” Hits the McPherson Stage
The story of Die Fledermaus can be a bit confusing, so to prepare you for the Grade 5 opera (running Thursday and Friday at...
Experiential Learning: Was Mr. Buckingham Murdered?
Was it Mr. Jackson in the lunch room with the knife? Or was it Professor Plum in the laboratory with the lead pipe?
It's early Monday...
SMUS in the News: Blue Jags Repeat as Provincial AA Rugby Champions
May 28, 2016
The Province
1st XV Rugby
B.C. High School rugby results
Grade 3 Students Become Poetry Pros
Poetry, as the Grade 3 students in Mr. Brandon Hawes' class have learned this term, is much more than just putting pen to paper. There's the...
SMUS in the News: Small Voices Tackle Big Show (Grade 5 Opera)
May 26, 2016
Monday Magazine
Grade 5 Opera "Die Fledermaus"
Small voices tackle big show (p. 31)
https://issuu.com/blackpress/docs/i20160526074301142/31
Athletics Week in Review: May 19
Some major hardware was up for grabs on a number of fronts, as local playoff action finished in advance of the Island and provincial championships.
Golf
At...
Walk for Water Promotes Global Awareness at the Junior School
"If I suddenly said you couldn't drink the tap water, you couldn’t get any clean water, does anybody know where you would go for...
SMUS in the News: Travel App Puts Designer Oliver Brooks ’10 on Global Map
May 17, 2016
Times Colonist
Oliver Brooks '10
Travel app puts local designer on global map
SMUS in the News: Ryan Totz ’16 Wins Four-Year Scholarship to UNC Chapel Hill
May 17, 2016
Saanich News
Ryan Totz '16
St. Michaels student wins prestigious scholarship
SMUS in the News: Blue Jags find a way to Island soccer gold
May 18, 2016
Times Colonist
Senior girls soccer
SMUS Blue Jags find a way to Island soccer gold
French Speakers Head Downtown for The Amazing Race
French students at the Middle School are learning about places, towns and how to effectively navigate a city using directions, so what better way to...
Grade 4 Students Try Their Hand at 3D Printing
The mechanical buzz of the 3D printer moving back and forth is what first catches their attention. Then once the students see (and learn...
Grade 9 Outdoor Trips are a “Challenging” Way to Push Yourself
Last week, all of our Grade 9 students headed out to various corners of the province to participate in outdoor trips that pushed them out...
SMUS in the News: Blue Jags blast Barbs in Howard Russell Cup
May 13, 2016
Times Colonist
1st XV Rugby
Blue Jags blast Barbs in Howard Russell Cup
SMUS in the News: Victoria Teacher Works with Disney Illustrator to Create Children’s Book
May 8, 2016
CBC News
Teacher Dorothy Hawes
Ogopogo Odyssey': Victoria teacher works with Disney illustrator to create children's book
Teacher Dorothy Hawes’ Children’s Book Comes Full Circle at SMUS
If it hadn't been for a couple "serendipitous" moments courtesy of St. Michaels University School, English teacher Dorothy Hawes likely wouldn't be celebrating the launch of her children's...
Grade 6 Students Look to Solve Issues of Urbanization
As part of their City 2020 final project, Grade 6 Humanities students were presented with a driving question: “As urban planners, how can we...
Celebrating 10 Years Since Grade 5 Opera Debut
It's been a decade since 11-year-old Lindon Carter stood onstage at the McPherson Playhouse in SMUS's first-ever Grade 5 opera, Johann Strauss II's Die Fledermaus.
"That was a...
SMUS in the News: Kosovo Duty Highlights Decades-Long Career for Rick Anthony
May 2, 2016
Oak Bay News
Rick Anthony '81
Kosovo duty highlights decades-long career
Grade 7 Students Perform Shakespeare in the Park
The 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare's death was an appropriate backdrop for the Humanities 7 students to bring the magic of The Bard's words...
Eggs-periential Learning 2.0: Ducklings Hatch at the Junior School
On the heels of the recent exciting news that our Grade 2 classes successfully hatched a trio of baby chicks, we're proud to announce...
Alumni Weekend is a Celebration for the Whole Community
Don't be fooled by the name – Alumni Weekend is a celebration of (and for) our entire community, not just students who've graduated already.
Alumni Weekend is...
SMUS in the News: Documentarian Focuses Project on University School ‘Old Boy’
March 9, 2016
Delta Optimist
Sidney Rich (University School Old Boy)
Delta filmmaker to tell 'Rich' story
Kindergarten Students Learn to Measure with Senior School Buddies
It's always a special occasion when our Junior School students visit the Senior School campus for some hands-on learning, and that was especially true...
Brain Awareness Week: An Active Brain Keeps It Healthy and Well
Our annual Brain Awareness Week – now in its fourth year! – is a time for our community of students, parents and staff to...
Middle School Band Clinics Offer Unique Learning Opportunities
Middle School musicians performed in the Greater Victoria Performing Arts Festival this week. For many of the Grade 6-8 students it was their first opportunity...
Eggs-periential Learning: Grade 2 Classes Welcome Baby Chicks
Mr. Giggles, Cottonball and Fluffy are the three newest members of our Grade 2 population, after the trio of baby chicks hatched in class Tuesday...
Running Club Highlights Fun Fitness in Non-Competitive Environment
Even before the sun rises, a large group of Junior School students is spending three mornings a week getting a fun fitness session in before classes...
Middle School Artists on Display
Middle School students have spent the last few months putting their creative and artistic talents to work on a variety of projects. Now on...
SMUS in the News: New Documentary Features Dr. Bri Budlovsky ’04
April 8, 2016
Dr. Bri Budlovksy (née Bentzon) '04
Oak Bay News
Doc. features Oak Bay-raised doc
Times Colonist
Former Oak Bay woman now a doctor in hospital reality...
SMUS in the News: Kindergartener Receives Special Community Award
Tate Parker, Kindergarten student
April 1, 2016
CHEK News
Blanket BC Society gives Community Service Award to "Sleeping Bag Tate"
Victoria News
Five-year-old recognized for helping his community
SMUS in the News: Will Barry Wins The Best School Year Ever Contest
CBC News
March 28, 2015
Will Barry, Winner of the 2016-17 BSYE Contest
Rothesay student wins 1 year scholarship at St. Michaels University School in B.C.
SMUS in the News: Could Stewart Butterfield’s Slack Change the Way You Work?
The Guardian
March 25, 2016
Stewart Butterfield '91
Beyond email: could startup Slack change the way you work?
SMUS in the News: Graeme Hyde-Lay ’15 Wins High School Athlete of the Year...
Sport BC
March 14, 2016
Graeme Hyde-Lay '15
Sport BC Announces 2016 Athlete of the Year Awards
(photo courtesy of Sport BC)
SMUS in the News: Delphine Ji ’16 Becomes a Gene Researcher for a Week
Prince George Citizen
March 15, 2016
Delphine Ji '16
Federal grant for mushroom research at UNBC
(photo courtesy of the Prince George Citizen)
SMUS in the News: Blue Jags Will Arrive No. 1 in 2017
The Province
March 16, 2016
2A PRE-SEASON HOOPS: Before their time in 2016, SMUS Blue Jags will arrive No. 1 in ’17
SMUS in the News: Jelena Mrdjenovich ’00 Re-Claims World Featherweight Titles
March 12, 2016
Edmonton Journal
Jelena Mrdjenovich '00
Jelena Mrdjenovich re-claims world featherweight titles with 10-round, unanimous decision over Edith Matthysse
SMUS in the News: Senior Boys Basketball at the 2016 B.C. AA Tournament
March 12 & 13, 2016
The Province
Jags, Cavs to collide for BC 2A hoops title
Epic first-half defence the key to stopping SMUS
SMUS in the News: Mike Fuailefau ’10 at the Inaugural Canada Sevens Rugby Event
Times Colonist
March 14, 2016
Mike Fuailefau '10
Bowl title has Canadian Sevens oozing with confidence
Senior Girls Rugby Team Readies for Spring Debut
While the rugby season doesn't typically get under way until the spring, a group of SMUS students have been on the pitch since early...
Middle School Musicians, Singers Perform “Melodies in March” Concert
As a way to showcase all they've learned so far in their musical education at SMUS, our Middle School music students – choir, band...
Olympic Values, History Celebrated at the Junior School
Grade 5 students at the Junior School, under the leadership and guidance of Mr. Gary Barber, spent the last 10 weeks researching, studying and learning all things Olympic...
Middle Schoolers Make a Lasting Difference on Community Service Day
Last Friday, the entire Middle School spent the day out of the classroom and lent a helping hand in the community. Community Service Day at...
Grade 2 Arctic Studies Culminate in Inuit Games Celebration
All term, the Grade 2 classes have been studying the Arctic and the traditional ways of life of the Inuit people. From lessons on...
SMUS in the News: Lelia Hoube ’17 Reports for the CBC
CBC's Jeun'info C.-B.
March 2, 2016
Lelia Hoube '17
Pour la sauvegarde de la langue squamish (scroll down to the second to last video)
SMUS in the News: Senior Girls Basketball Coach Lindsay Brooke Talks Provincials
Times Colonist
March 2, 2016
Senior girls basketball
Island's top girls basketball teams begin chase for provincial titles
SMUS in the News: Mike Fuailefau ’10 Talks About ‘Unreal’ Canada Sevens Rugby Event
Times Colonist
March 1, 2016
Mike Fuailefau '10
New rugby CEO takes charge of Langford-based Canadian teams
REVIEW: Opening Night of The Phantom of the Opera
The SMUS production of The Phantom of the Opera premiered on Thursday, February 25. The opening night cast starred Ajay Parikh-Friese as the infamous...
Robotics Club Takes Home Lego Trophies After Competition
Remember the days when you would sit in class, anxious to get home so you could keep building your latest Lego creation? Well, now...
Young English Students Become Published Authors
Two Grade 8 students will soon be able to put "published author" on their list of accomplishments, as both were named finalists in Polar...
Behind the Mask: Meet the Phantom of the Opera
Tonight the Senior School production of The Phantom of the Opera debuts to a nearly sold-out crowd at the McPherson Playhouse. For months, students,...
SMUS in the News: The Phantom of the Opera Production
February 24, 2016
Senior School production of The Phantom of the Opera
Saanich News
St. Michaels students stage Phantom of the Opera at McPherson
Shaw TV
(see video above)
Athletics Week in Review: February 24
The hoped-for basketball "dream weekend" never quite materialized, as SMUS suffered a series of close defeats in playoff action.
First, the Senior girls took part...
Students Cram for World Scholar’s Cup Competition
A group of nine Middle School students will test their mettle this weekend as St. Michaels University School participates in the World Scholar's Cup...
Grade 5 Students Connect History and Outdoor Education
Last Thursday, our Grade 5 students went to Mount Doug Park to learn more about First Nations people. Taking them to Mount Doug was...
Phantom Performers: Meet SMUS’s Two Viscount Raouls
The clock is ticking, and we are now less than one week away from the debut of the Senior School musical, The Phantom of...
Phantom Performers: Meet SMUS’s Two Christine Daaés
After months of hard work, long rehearsals and dedication, the Senior School musical production of The Phantom of the Opera debuts at the McPherson...
Valentines and Virtues at the Junior School
Valentine's Day at the Junior School is a wonderful day to highlight friendship and how much we care about one another. So it makes...
French Students Compete in Concours d’Art Oratoire
Months of hard work by nearly 200 French-speaking Middle School students culminated in the first two rounds of the recent Concours d'Art Oratoire. For...
Learning Through Play at the Junior School
A few minutes before sending his Grade 5 class out to play, Mr. Matt Kiel asked them a question: What is the point of play?
Students were...
Higher Learning and Life: A Look at Our Grade 10 Experiential Program
This September the school took a big step forward in offering a Grade 10 experiential program that blends into everyday classes, applies the lessons...
SMUS in the News: Lelia Houbé ’17 Talks Aboriginal Youth Saving Their Language (en...
CBC Radio: Jeun'info
February 4, 2016
Lelia Houbé '19
Lelia talks (in French) about Aboriginal youth trying to save their language
Mia Roberts: Overcoming Injury with Commitment and Leadership
Mia Roberts, like many SMUS athletes, is a multi-sport student; soccer in the spring, field hockey in the fall and basketball in the winter....
Grade 8 Student Brings Harry Potter Magic into the Classroom
The Middle School will soon be transformed into Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, thanks to the passion and ingenuity of a Grade 8 student.
Jenna S....
Grade 3s Develop Fine Motor Skills in Quilting Club
Quilting may not necessarily seem like the kind of skill that a 21st-century learner would want to develop. It's a really low-tech and finicky process,...
SMUS in the News: Bhupinder Dulku ’09 Wins Business Competition at World Economic Forum
University of Victoria
January 24, 2016
Bhupinder Dulku '09
MBA team wins Corporate Knights’ Business for a Better World case competition... again!
SMUS in the News: Luke McCloskey ’10 to Make Rugby Sevens Series Debut
Luke McCloskey '10
January 22, 2016
Rugby Canada
McCloskey and Berna set to make Sevens Series Debuts
Times Colonist
McCloskey eager for National Rugby 7s spotlight
SMUS Head Boy Talks “Excellence” at the Junior School
On Friday, SMUS Head Boy Jasper Johnston visited the Junior School and spoke during assembly. He spoke from the heart to the K-5 students...
Grade 8s Ready to Host Inspiring Leadership Conference
Grade 8 students are walking the talk next week, as they put their passion for leadership into action by organizing and hosting a leadership conference...
Young Swimming Club Athletes Dive In To Swim Jamboree
On Monday, the Grade 4 and 5 members of the Junior School swimming club participated in the ISEA Swim Jamboree at Saanich Commonwealth Place. The...
Syrian Refugees Talk Family, Compassion With SMUS Students
by Liza Weymar and Radha Raina, Grade 9 students
Last week in Modern Studies 9, our class had the fortune of meeting two Syrian refugees...
SMUS in the News: Economist Leslie Preston ’95 Talks 2016 Predictions
January 19, 2016
The National on CBC
Leslie Preston '95
Bottom Line | What's Ahead for 2016?
SMUS in the News: Graeme Hyde-Lay ’15 Named Finalist for Athlete of the Year
Sport B.C.
January 19, 2016
Graeme Hyde-Lay '15
Sport B.C. 50th Annual Athlete of the Year Awards Finalists Announced
B.C. Curriculum Changes Reaffirm SMUS’s Technological Vision
by Ms. Maureen Hann, education technology specialist
In December, SMUS students participated in the Hour of Code, a worldwide initiative aimed at introducing school-aged children to...
SMUS in the News: Ann Makosinski ’15 at TedXTeen in London
January 18, 2016
Ann Makosinski '15
Teenage inventor uses TEDx Teen talk to call on young people to ditch their smartphones (The Independent)
Everything You Missed From...
Students Walk All Over Canada to Learn About Country’s History
What is in the humongous black tube? That was the mystery Grade 4 social studies students faced when they returned to SMUS after their winter holiday.
Before...
Exploratory: Freedom to Try Something New Without Being Graded!
Once every couple of days in the Middle School timetable, all students in Grades 6 through 8 step outside of the traditional classroom setting...
Taylor Rankin ’99 Inspires Students to Play Outside of the Box
SMUS alumnus Taylor Rankin and his violin Leroy returned to SMUS this week to work with our Senior School strings students on improvisation and...
SMUS in the News: Bill Greenwell Courtside as Steve Nash ’92 Honoured
December 25, 2015
Cowichan Valley Citizen
Bill Greenwell (former basketball coach), Steve Nash '92
Former coach is courtside as Steve Nash honoured
SMUS in the News: Steve Nash ’92 Named to B.C. Sports Hall of Fame
December 10, 2015
The Province
Steve Nash '92
Making an NBA superstar: The oral history of Steve Nash and SMUS's 1992 B.C. high school hoops championship
SMUS in the News: Ann Makosinski ’15 Comes Home After Busy Semester at UBC
December 12, 2015
The Province
Ann Makosinski '15
Acclaimed UBC student inventor swapping jet-setting life for quiet Victoria family Christmas
SMUS Community Gathers for Fun Christmas Celebration
As with any family, the holiday season just doesn't feel complete unless everyone gathers together for some fun and merriment. And at SMUS, that...
Law 12 Students Head to Court for Mock Trials
by Mr. Bruce Maxwell
The two Grade 12 Law classes participated in mock trials this week. One class experienced firsthand a criminal case, while the other had a civil...
Primary Students Spread Christmas Cheer at Concert
In what is probably the most adorable show of the Christmas season, our Junior School played host this week to two performances of the...
Music, Reflections Bring Christmas Carol Service to Life
Against the backdrop of the majestic Christ Church Cathedral, our annual Christmas Carol Service is a wonderful way for our school community to assemble and get into...
‘Tis the Season for Service Learning at the Junior School
Student leaders at our Junior School are busy like elves, collecting money and items as part of a variety of fundraising drives to make...
Middle School Dojo: Earn a Black Belt in Band Karate
While many people view karate as a martial art, it's rooted in the greater concept of self-improvement on a physical, mental and spiritual level....
SMUS in the News: Ajay Parikh-Friese ’16 Returns to the Belfry Stage in...
Oak Bay News
December 3, 2015
Ajay Parikh-Friese '16
Oak Bay teen returns to the Belfry stage
SMUS in the News: Kindergartener Tate Parker Collecting Sleeping Bags
November 30, 2015
Tate Parker (Kindergarten, Class of 2028)
Victoria Kindergartener collects sleeping bags for homeless (CBC)
Fairfield boy collecting sleeping bags for homeless (Victoria News)
Kindergartener giving away...
Grade 2 Students Learn Real-World Math With Hands-On Lesson
Fifteen or 20 years ago, you'd be hard-pressed to find a math teacher who hadn't told their class at some point during a conversation...
Math 10 Students Use Trigonometry to Solve a Crime
A newscaster (very much resembling math teacher Mr. Steve Bates) comes on the television to deliver breaking news.
"At precisely 7:47 this morning, Mr. Andy...
Grade 1 Students Shoot For the Moon by Learning Through Discovery
Whoever first said, "Kids say the darnedest things" must have taught young students. When you're educating kids at that age, what adults consider to be...
Grade 7 and 8 Students Put Strings Skills on Display
One of the most remarkable aspects of a SMUS education is the introduction to music at an early age. Students pick up their first...
Montreal Model UN Symposium Leaves a Lasting Impression
by Tayte Gossling, Grade 10
Last week, 16 SMUS students travelled to Ottawa and Montreal, under the supervision of Mr. Goodman and Ms. Knight, for the...
SMUS in the News: Hedvika Suchankova ’15 Named Squash Player of the Week
Dickinson College Athletics
November 19, 2015
Hedvika Suchankova '15
Suchankova Named Harrow Sports Player of the Week
SMUS in the News: Ann Makosinski Just Keeps on Inventing
Victoria News
November 10, 2015
Ann Makosinski '15
After Google, after graduation, Ann Makosinski just keeps on inventing
SMUS in the News: Senior Boys Soccer Wins Island Title
Times Colonist
November 12, 2015
Blue Jags bag another Island AA boys Soccer title
Blue Jags eye third straight Colonist Cup
Never Forget: Remembrance Day at the Middle and Senior Schools
May 8th of this year marked 100 years since University School founder Capt. Robert Harvey's death as a prisoner of war in a German...
Honour and Remembrance at the Junior School
Heartfelt poetry, recitations, storytelling and music is how our Junior School students honoured Remembrance Day this week. The Tuesday morning service was a touching tribute...
SMUS in the News: Dawit Workie ’13 Guides Dartmouth as Unconventional Flyhalf
The Dartmouth
Nov. 6, 2015
Dawit Workie '13
Dawit Workie guides Big Green as unconventional flyhalf
Grade 5 String Orchestra Performs at Junior School
On Friday morning, Grade 5 students brandished their bows – the musical tool, not the arrow-shooting weapon – to serenade classmates, teachers, parents and grandparents...
New Squash Team Teaches Young Athletes the Spirit of Competition
The squash program at the Middle School expanded this year to give up-and-coming athletes more opportunities to learn and play. For years, Grade 6-8 students have played...
Genius Hour Inspires Students to Explore Their Passions
"We did it! We failed a couple of times but that's OK." That reflective comment, written by a pair of Grade 3 students, is tacked...
‘SMUS Reads’ Event Brings Community Together Around Literacy
At the start of the school year, every Middle School student was gifted a book. And not a math textbook or a dense history...
SMUS in the News: Jessica Harvey ’08 Studying Parrot Populations in Cayman Islands
Cayman Islands Government TV
October 26, 2015
Jessica Harvey '08
Cayman Parrot Survey Spotlight
SMUS in the News: Olivia de Goede ’09 Has Been Great for the UBC...
Vancouver Sun
October 26, 2015
Olivia de Goede '09
de Goede has been great for the T-Birds
We Day Inspires Students to Be Leaders, Difference-Makers
Members of the Middle School Free the Children club returned to campus on Thursday ready to make change. The 27 Grade 8 students (plus a...
Author Visits Brings Reading Excitement to Junior School
by Diana Nason, Junior School teacher/librarian
At the Junior School, we work hard to maintain a culture of reading. This means that reading for pleasure...
SMUS in the News: Mike Pyke Retires from Australian Football
Sydney Swans
October 16, 2015
Mike Pyke '02
Mike Pyke's remarkable career ends
Grade 4 Classes Explore Their World Using Maps
At the Senior School, Ms. Kirsten Davel is well known for her geography expertise and for championing GIS mapping (geographic information system) as a fun and unique...
#SMUSStyle Instagram Contest: Show Us Your Knot-Tying Skills
Our students' return from the Thanksgiving long weekend marks a change in the school's dress code – summer dress is out, and our regular uniforms come back to...
Grade 5 Students Share Insight into Qualities of Leadership
Last week, each of our Grade 5 students bravely stood up in front of the whole school (plus a large crowd of proud parents)...
Middle School Tech Students Get Behind the Wheel of a Race Car
Last week, students participating in the Middle School's technology exploratory visited a very interesting workplace: VRX Advanced Simulators, located in the industrial park by Victoria...
‘We Need Students to Understand the Impact of Politics’
With the federal election less than two weeks away, the SMUS Review asked some of our politics and history teachers to write about why it's important to...
SMUS in the News: Ann Makosinski ’15 Appears on The Tonight Show Again
The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon
October 6, 2015
Ann Makosinski '15 appears on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon (for the second time) to show...
Junior School Virtues Come to Life at Camp Pringle
To help develop some important skills: teamwork, respect, communication and cooperation, Grade 4 and 5 students each recently spent a day at Camp Pringle...
Grade 8 Students Learn at Leadership Camp
Last weekend, six Grade 8 SMUS students (along with Mr. Jackson) travelled to Ontario to participate in the CAIS Middle School Leadership Conference
More than...
