new space in use
Volume 7, Dec 2016
NEW SPACE IN USE Exploring Learning in the New Wing It’s a sunny, Friday afternoon in November and Grade 6 boys are not looking longingly out the window. Instead, they are clustered in small, animated groups spread throughout the classroom, having discussions and writing observations on the walls. This is a common scene in the new wing. “It’s the type of inquiry-based learning that we are now able to offer intermediate boys,” says Tyler Meakin, Grade 6 homeroom teacher. Boys were shown two maps from a New York Times article: one representing Clinton’s America and the other representing Trump’s America. They observed that the maps were quite different and asked a number of provocative questions. Based on these questions, boys conducted research using iPads and learned that the populations in both maps were similar, while Trump’s had significantly more land mass. A robust discussion around the implications of this ensued. “Thanks to Building Leaders, we can pursue this exploratory learning. We have the space to break into small groups, we have the adaptable furniture and we have the writable walls to capture each boy’s input into the discussion. It all works together to create exciting new learning opportunities.” Tyler’s colleagues agree. “The abundant, creative new spaces in the wing allow the boys to spread out and find their preferred place for individual or group work,” says Kimberly Lynch, Grade 7 teacher. “The spaces allow the boys to work in the style that suits each of them, and helps to ensure that they’re working at their best.” Another homeroom teacher, Laura Medcalf in Grade 6, recently shared photos of boys perched in nooks and crannies in the hallway with the caption: “Why I love the new wing – boys are focused and getting work done.” Boys are equally enthusiastic. “There are so many opportunities to do more, in a much bigger space,” says Geoffrey, Grade 8.
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“The new wing makes the whole school feel and look better,” says Ethan, also in Grade 8. “I really like the deck and can’t wait to use it more when it’s warmer.” There is abundant activity in the new fitness centre. Along with phys-ed programs, boys in every grade are scaling the climbing wall in Climbing Club. Hockey teams are getting in their dry-land training using the fitness equipment. Outside, boys are really enjoying the new landscaping, outdoor classroom area and additional play spaces. n
Tax year end is coming: Make your donation by December 31st. We hope you will support SHS with a tax receiptable donation this year. Whether you can give a little or a lot, gifts of all sizes have an impact. We need everyone’s financial commitment to reach our goal and complete the fundraising for the Building Leaders campaign. You can learn more about the project and how your support helps on our campaign site: shsbuildingleaders.com. Be sure to make your donation before December 31 to receive a 2016 tax receipt. We are here to answer any questions about giving and to help you plan your donation to SHS. You can connect with the team at [email protected] or drop by our offices at the end of the Grade 2-5 hallway. n
THE STERLING HALL SCHOOL CAMPAIGN NEWSLETTER
shsbuildingleaders.com
Birthday Boys:
Grade 2 students support Building Leaders On November 5, six Grade 2 students celebrated their birthday with a joint celebration. In lieu of birthday gifts, the boys and their families All the encouraged guests tobest support the Building Leaders from all of us at campaign. This effortHall toSchool give back and help the boys The Sterling to learn about community and philanthropy is very special. We are so grateful to William, Harry, Dylan, Andrew, Henry P. and Henry R. and their families for their generous gesture! n
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2016-08-03 11:23 AM
Over $4 Million raised in first two years of Building Leaders Campaign All members of the Sterling Hall community are asked to make a contribution. All SHS donors are recognized in our Annual & Donor Report. Every gift counts!
8 new trees added to campus
Faculty & Staff Participation in Giving
Parent Participation in Giving
2014-2015 = 100% 2015-2016 = 100% 2016-2017 = On track for 100% again
2014-2015 = 69% 2015-2016 = 67% 2016-2017 = Every family, we hope!
32 stumps
53 landscaping boulders
for sitting, jumping and playing
Families paying a pledge over 2 years or more: 77
More than 400 boy-friendly chairs
Making a Major Gift Manageable. Yes you can! Many parents are doubling or tripling their annual gift amount and committing to do so for a few years in order to make a manageable, major pledge to the Building Leaders Campaign. Here is what it might look like:
$5,000 per year x 5 years = $25,000 pledge Years of your pledge: 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 Each year, your donation can be fulfilled as you wish. Many donors find semiannual or monthly payments most convenient. For others, a gift of stock, which has tax advantages if you are holding appreciated securities, is the preferred method of donating to SHS. You can also vary the annual installment amount; the payments do not need to be equal over the life of the pledge. A cheque, credit card payment, e-transfer, gift of stock, or added to your SHS account; once a year, semi-annually, monthly over time . . . please let us know how we can assist you in structuring a meaningful and manageable pledge to the Building Leaders campaign. n
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Want to stretch your Building Leaders gift? It makes sense to give a gift of securities.
Sell shares, give cash
Make a gift of securities
Market value securities
$10,000
$10,000
Cost Base
$5,000
$5,000
Capital Gain
$5,000
$5,000
Taxable Capital Gain (50%)
$2,500
$0
Tax due on gain (at 46% tax rate)
$1,150
$0
Tax receipt for donation
$10,000
$10,000
Value of donation tax credits
$3,976
$3,976
Net after-tax cost of $10,000 gift
$7,174
$6,024
If you wish to make your donation via a gift of securities, please contact the Advancement Office prior to your transaction at 416.785.3410 ext 223.
THE STERLING HALL SCHOOL CAMPAIGN NEWSLETTER
shsbuildingleaders.com
NEW SPACE IN USE Exploring Learning in the New Wing It’s a sunny, Friday afternoon in November and Grade 6 boys are not looking longingly out the window. Instead, they are clustered in small, animated groups spread throughout the classroom, having discussions and writing observations on the walls. This is a common scene in the new wing. “It’s the type of inquiry-based learning that we are now able to offer intermediate boys,” says Tyler Meakin, Grade 6 homeroom teacher. Boys were shown two maps from a New York Times article: one representing Clinton’s America and the other representing Trump’s America. They observed that the maps were quite different and asked a number of provocative questions. Based on these questions, boys conducted research using iPads and learned that the populations in both maps were similar, while Trump’s had significantly more land mass. A robust discussion around the implications of this ensued. “Thanks to Building Leaders, we can pursue this exploratory learning. We have the space to break into small groups, we have the adaptable furniture and we have the writable walls to capture each boy’s input into the discussion. It all works together to create exciting new learning opportunities.” Tyler’s colleagues agree. “The abundant, creative new spaces in the wing allow the boys to spread out and find their preferred place for individual or group work,” says Kimberly Lynch, Grade 7 teacher. “The spaces allow the boys to work in the style that suits each of them, and helps to ensure that they’re working at their best.” Another homeroom teacher, Laura Medcalf in Grade 6, recently shared photos of boys perched in nooks and crannies in the hallway with the caption: “Why I love the new wing – boys are focused and getting work done.” Boys are equally enthusiastic. “There are so many opportunities to do more, in a much bigger space,” says Geoffrey, Grade 8.
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“The new wing makes the whole school feel and look better,” says Ethan, also in Grade 8. “I really like the deck and can’t wait to use it more when it’s warmer.” There is abundant activity in the new fitness centre. Along with phys-ed programs, boys in every grade are scaling the climbing wall in Climbing Club. Hockey teams are getting in their dry-land training using the fitness equipment. Outside, boys are really enjoying the new landscaping, outdoor classroom area and additional play spaces. n
Tax year end is coming: Make your donation by December 31st. We hope you will support SHS with a tax receiptable donation this year. Whether you can give a little or a lot, gifts of all sizes have an impact. We need everyone’s financial commitment to reach our goal and complete the fundraising for the Building Leaders campaign. You can learn more about the project and how your support helps on our campaign site: shsbuildingleaders.com. Be sure to make your donation before December 31 to receive a 2016 tax receipt. We are here to answer any questions about giving and to help you plan your donation to SHS. You can connect with the team at [email protected] or drop by our offices at the end of the Grade 2-5 hallway. n
THE STERLING HALL SCHOOL CAMPAIGN NEWSLETTER
shsbuildingleaders.com
Birthday Boys:
Grade 2 students support Building Leaders On November 5, six Grade 2 students celebrated their birthday with a joint celebration. In lieu of birthday gifts, the boys and their families All the encouraged guests tobest support the Building Leaders from all of us at campaign. This effortHall toSchool give back and help the boys The Sterling to learn about community and philanthropy is very special. We are so grateful to William, Harry, Dylan, Andrew, Henry P. and Henry R. and their families for their generous gesture! n
SH_BL_Birthday_Card_Howard.indd 2
2016-08-03 11:23 AM
Over $4 Million raised in first two years of Building Leaders Campaign All members of the Sterling Hall community are asked to make a contribution. All SHS donors are recognized in our Annual & Donor Report. Every gift counts!
8 new trees added to campus
Faculty & Staff Participation in Giving
Parent Participation in Giving
2014-2015 = 100% 2015-2016 = 100% 2016-2017 = On track for 100% again
2014-2015 = 69% 2015-2016 = 67% 2016-2017 = Every family, we hope!
32 stumps
53 landscaping boulders
for sitting, jumping and playing
Families paying a pledge over 2 years or more: 77
More than 400 boy-friendly chairs
Making a Major Gift Manageable. Yes you can! Many parents are doubling or tripling their annual gift amount and committing to do so for a few years in order to make a manageable, major pledge to the Building Leaders Campaign. Here is what it might look like:
$5,000 per year x 5 years = $25,000 pledge Years of your pledge: 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 Each year, your donation can be fulfilled as you wish. Many donors find semiannual or monthly payments most convenient. For others, a gift of stock, which has tax advantages if you are holding appreciated securities, is the preferred method of donating to SHS. You can also vary the annual installment amount; the payments do not need to be equal over the life of the pledge. A cheque, credit card payment, e-transfer, gift of stock, or added to your SHS account; once a year, semi-annually, monthly over time . . . please let us know how we can assist you in structuring a meaningful and manageable pledge to the Building Leaders campaign. n
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Want to stretch your Building Leaders gift? It makes sense to give a gift of securities.
Sell shares, give cash
Make a gift of securities
Market value securities
$10,000
$10,000
Cost Base
$5,000
$5,000
Capital Gain
$5,000
$5,000
Taxable Capital Gain (50%)
$2,500
$0
Tax due on gain (at 46% tax rate)
$1,150
$0
Tax receipt for donation
$10,000
$10,000
Value of donation tax credits
$3,976
$3,976
Net after-tax cost of $10,000 gift
$7,174
$6,024
If you wish to make your donation via a gift of securities, please contact the Advancement Office prior to your transaction at 416.785.3410 ext 223.
THE STERLING HALL SCHOOL CAMPAIGN NEWSLETTER
shsbuildingleaders.com
