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Our Gr. 9 students spent three days and two nights at Camp Couchiching for their Fall Leadership Camp. 
From high ropes and climbing to archery, outdoor living skills, and team challenges, students had plenty of opportunities to step outside their comfort zones, work together, and build stronger connections with their classmates and Advisor groups.

The trip also marked an important milestone as students begin working toward the Bronze level of The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, completing the Adventurous Journey component along the way.

Our Gr. 5 students visited Crawford Lake, an especially meaningful experience as we recognized Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

Connecting to their current Indigenous Peoples unit, students deepened their learning about Indigenous cultures while reflecting on the importance of honouring and respecting the land. They explored life in the longhouse, learned about the many ways the land and its resources were used, and discussed our shared responsibility to care for the land and those who live on it.

It was a meaningful day of learning, reflection, and connection beyond the classroom.

From working with Anglicare to explore sustainability and clothing waste, to supporting bush regeneration at Hornsby Quarry Park, our delegates put service and environmental responsibility into action. They also joined delegations from around the world for the Cultural Performance, celebrating cultures through music, performances, clothing, and traditions.

We are incredibly proud of our MAC delegates for representing our school community and making the most of every opportunity along the way.

After 17 years at MacLachlan College, Mrs. Watt is beginning a well-deserved retirement. A beloved member of our community since 2008, she has made a lasting impact on countless students, families, and colleagues through her warmth, dedication, and care.

Thank you, Ms. Watt, for being such an important part of the MacLachlan family. We wish you all the best in this exciting new chapter. 

As the school year came to a close, our Lower School students gathered to celebrate a wonderful year together. From special achievements to house activities, the energy was electric and a true reflection of the spirit that makes MacLachlan so special.

We are incredibly grateful for the strong, supportive community our students, families, and staff have built together throughout the year.

Congratulations to this year's House Cup champions....the Colborne Gators! 

 

Students enjoyed an exciting day of competition, teamwork, and House spirit at this year's MAC Olympics.

As the final opportunity to earn House Points before the end of the school year, students gave it their all in a variety of track and field events while supporting and encouraging their teammates.

Thank you to our Parents' Association, volunteers, and staff for helping create such a fun and memorable day for our students. Their support made this beloved MAC tradition possible!

Congratulations to the Chisholm Cheetahs on winning this year's Seidenberg Cup! 

Our Intermediate students recently returned from a fantastic trip to Camp Onondaga. Throughout their stay, students participated in a variety of outdoor activities that encouraged teamwork, leadership, and resilience. They challenged themselves, spent time connecting with nature, strengthened friendships, and created many lasting memories along the way.

We are proud of the enthusiasm and positive attitude our students brought to every activity and grateful for the experiences that helped them learn and grow together.

Our PK, JK, and SK students recently enjoyed a fun-filled year-end trip to Playcious Oakville. Students spent the day exploring a variety of exciting play spaces, including climbing structures, slides, tunnels, obstacle courses,and more.

We are so proud of their growth and look forward to seeing what adventures await them next year!

Our JK students recently enjoyed a special visit from Victoria Bach, MacLachlan College's Hockey Development Coordinator, who spent time reading with the class and sharing stories about her journey in hockey.

Victoria is a former PWHL player, Team Canada athlete, and co-author of Skate On, Shirley!, an inspiring picture book about a young Indigenous girl pursuing her dream of playing hockey. Throughout her career, she has competed at the NCAA Division I, professional, and international levels, earning three Women's World Championship gold medals while representing Canada.

Her visit provided a wonderful opportunity for students to connect literacy with real-world role models and learn how passion and dedication can help turn dreams into reality.

Our ESL students wrapped up the school year with an exciting trip to Niagara Falls!

Students had the opportunity to experience the beauty of the Falls, enjoy a friendly round of mini golf, and explore the sights and attractions of Clifton Hill. It was a wonderful way to celebrate a year of learning, growth, and achievement.

Our students had a great day at the U14 3-Pitch Tournament at Birchwood Park on June 20.

From teamwork and friendly competition to lots of laughs and school spirit, it was wonderful to see our students supporting one another and enjoying the experience together. We are proud of all of our athletes for their positivity, effort, and sportsmanship throughout the day.

Well done, Mariners! 

Today, MacLachlan’s ESL students visited the theatre to watch Sheep Detectives, a mystery film that connected directly to recent classroom learning.

The experience supported concepts explored in both the Intermediate mystery unit and the Upper School media unit, allowing students to analyze storytelling, themes, and media techniques in a real-world setting. It was also a fun way to spend a Friday while making meaningful connections between classroom learning and everyday experiences.

MacLachlan College’s Spring Music Night was an exceptional evening that brought together our Lower and Upper School communities in celebration of student talent and music.

Our ensembles showcased the hard work, growth, and dedication of our student musicians. From band and choir to classroom performances, the evening was a true celebration of both music and community.

A sincere thank you to all students, staff, and organizers who helped make the night such a success.

Grade 9 students recently visited the Gustav Bakos Observatory at the University of Waterloo for an immersive astronomy experience.

Named after the university’s first astronomer, the observatory has been in operation since 1967 and features a twelve-inch telescope located on the roof of the Physics building. During their visit, students learned about astronomical research, including the study of visual binary stars, and observed the telescope in action.

 

MacLachlan College students delivered an outstanding performance at the Fulford Debate Spring Tournament, held on Saturday, April 11th at The York School.

Zahid earned 1st place overall as an individual, while Tara placed 5th. These strong results led our senior team to a 1st place finish in the overall standings, marking an impressive end to the season.

Our junior debaters, Rania and Thomas, also performed exceptionally well, earning scores in the high 80s and low 90s, a promising sign for the future of the program. Michael stepped in as a senior swing debater, while Mercy demonstrated initiative by taking on a moderation role when needed, both contributing meaningfully to the team’s success.

This achievement reflects not only the hard work and dedication of our students, but also the ongoing support and coaching provided by our teachers. Congratulations to all involved on a fantastic season!

At this week’s assembly, we were proud to recognize outstanding student accomplishments across academics and athletics.

Congratulations to David on achieving a top 25% finish in the University of Waterloo’s Canadian Computing Contest. We also celebrated our PSAA U14 Floor Hockey team, who captured the championship title with an undefeated run at the tournament.

These achievements reflect the diverse talents of our students and the strength of the MacLachlan community. We are so proud of you all.

Our U12 Floor Hockey team competed at the PSAA Tournament hosted by Walden and showed incredible determination throughout the day.

The Mariners opened the tournament with a strong 5–2 win over Walden in their first match, setting the tone with confident play and great teamwork. The second game was a tough battle, and although the team came up short, they continued to fight hard. In their third match, the Mariners showed impressive resilience, tying the game and briefly taking the lead before their opponents managed to score late. After a long day of competition, fatigue set in, but the team never stopped giving their best effort.

We are incredibly proud of how our players represented MacLachlan!

Our Grade 11 Mathematics students recently stepped into a new kind of learning environment at Confundrum. Faced with complex puzzles and a ticking clock, they were pushed to think critically, adapt quickly, and work collaboratively.

Experiences like this remind us that meaningful learning often happens when students are stretched just beyond their comfort zone.

Today, our Lower and Upper School communities proudly wore pink in support of Pink Shirt Day, standing together to promote kindness.

Pink Shirt Day reminds us that small actions can create meaningful change. Together, we continue to build a community where everyone feels seen, valued, and supported.

Grade 8 students recently hosted their annual Probability Fair, designing interactive games that showcased key probability concepts through hands on learning. 

Students from Kindergarten to Grade 6 attended the fair, playing each game for 25 cents, with all proceeds donated to a meaningful cause. This event is a powerful and fun example of experiential learning and cross-campus connection at MacLachlan College.

A huge congratulations to all of our MacLachlan College DECA students who competed at Provincials this weekend. With more than 6,500 students from across Ontario, the level of competition was intense, and our delegates rose to the occasion with professionalism, confidence, and dedication throughout the conference.

Well done to all of our DECA students. We are incredibly proud of you.