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October 2023
STAY CONNECTED
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We are excited to announce that Alex MORTON'09 has been appointed the President of the Branksome Hall Alumnae Association (BHAA). Alex has been an active member and leader on the Executive since 2018. Over the last five years, she has sat on the Alum Awards Committee and held the role of VP, Engagement.
A message from Alex:
Hello Branksome alum! I am excited to step into the role of President of the Alumnae Association. The school has changed so much since I was here, yet there is a certain familiarity whether it is Clans, sports, tests, or cafeteria pierogi that bond many generations of alums together. It is a privilege to help connect alums back to Branksome, and to each other, and I look forward to celebrating reunions and milestones with you.
Keep Well The Road!
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HIGHLIGHTS AND UPCOMING EVENTS | | |
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Installation 2023 - Livestream
At this year's Installation, we were fortunate to hear two engaging keynotes. Our Principal Karen Jurjevich, who is retiring after this year, shared three personal stories that shaped her as a leader, and our Head Prefect, Thea Lapham, delivered an engaging perspective 'Type 1 Fun' and 'Type 2 Fun'.
Watch Karen's Keynote with Special Alum Intro
Watch Thea's Keynote
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Welcome Back - Highlights
Branksome Hall welcomed over 2,000 students, parents, alums and community members back to campus to celebrate the start of year and the launch of our Make Way fundraising campaign.
Thank-you to former BHAA Executive member Sarita SAMAROO'99, for Sponsoring the Delorean at the event.
Watch Now
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November 3, 2023 at 6:30 p.m.
Branksome Wine Auction at the Toronto Club
Calling all wine connoisseurs and collectors! Branksome is hosting a fun night out at the Toronto Club on November 3 featuring a cocktail reception, dinner and live bidding on rare wine. With only 100 tickets and a third already sold, get your tickets now!
The online auction runs October 27 to November 3. All proceeds benefit the Innovation Centre and Studio Theatre at Branksome Hall.
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November 20, 2023 at 5:30 p.m.
Branksome On Bay
Are you in Finance, Law or Consultancy? Join us for an evening of networking and learn how Branksome’s focus on innovation and 21st-century leadership skills will set our graduates apart.
You will hear from: Head Prefect Thea Lapham, Arts & Innovation Prefect Lola Riley, browse our Noodle Marketplace, and view a 3D-immersive, virtual reality tour of the Innovation Centre and Studio Theatre.
Register Now
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May 31-June 1, 2024
Reunion
Reunion 2024 planning is well underway. Over the weekend we will be celebrating all alums who have graduated more than 40 years ago and those in classes ending in 4 or 9.
This year also marks Branksome Hall's 120th Anniversary and we will have fun surprises for everyone!
Watch Highlights from 2023
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Calling All Alum Business Owners
We are gearing up for an exciting year and will showcase our entrepreneurial alums in The Shop, The READ or in the annual BHAA Holiday Gift Guide. If you own a business and would like to share your products or promote your company, please email us by October 31, 2023.
Email Now
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Hong Kong Alums -
Get Ready!
Branksome Hall is coming back to Hong Kong in 2024 and we can't wait to see you!
If you have moved to Hong Kong over the last five years, please let us know so you can receive invitations in the coming months.
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Hoodies in Support of the BHPA
The BHPA (Branksome Hall Parents Association) has partnered with The Tuck Shop to bring a full-zip hoodie to the community. Just in time for the chilly season.
All hoodies can be purchased using the link below and will need to be picked up at Branksome Hall.
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Branksome alum and past parent Sasha DARLING'87 recently shared a powerful and timely message with the school. Tragically, Sasha and her partner Constance lost their beautiful daughter, Grace Peebles (step-sister of Brooke DARLING-CARTWRIGHT’20), to Sudden Unexpected Death In Epilepsy (SUDEP) in April of 2021. Today, October 18, 2023 is SUDEP Action Day, and as deaths from epilepsy are rarely publicly discussed, reliable data on the number of people who die of SUDEP is not readily available. Information about SUDEP, including possible risk factors, is often not shared and there has been little directed research on SUDEP within Canada.
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Newly Renovated Outdoor Classroom and Tennis Courts!
Our students have been enjoying using the newly renovated outdoor classroom and tennis courts! Grade 4 students have been using the outdoor space for some quiet reading 📚 and tennis-loving Senior & Middle School students take to the courts on Fit Friday to work on their skills. 🎾
For our Alum Community, look out for exciting events in these spaces!
See What's New
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Meet Ran Lewin, Branksome's New Chief Financial Officer
As the newest member of Branksome Hall’s Senior Leadership Team, having joined the school in August 2023, Ran Lewin brings expertise in many areas of finance and administration, with more than two decades of increasing responsibility for budgets, asset management and planning at York University.
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