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MacLachlan students have a diverse calendar of experiential learning, leadership opportunities, competition, and spirit celebrations. Discover the latest events and initiatives happening in the MacLachlan Community
2026
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April
Celebrating Student Leadership at Assembly
Read MoreAt yesterday’s assembly, we were proud to recognize students from both our Spring Fulford Debate team and Intermediate Chess Club for their outstanding contributions representing the MacLachlan community.These students were awarded leadership pins in recognition of their commitment, teamwork, and the way they exemplified MacLachlan’s values both in and out of competition. We congratulate all students involved and thank them for representing our community with integrity and pride. -
Celebrating Vaisakhi at the Lower School
Read MoreToday, our Lower School students gathered for a special assembly in celebration of Vaisakhi, an important festival that marks the Sikh New Year and the spring harvest.We extend our sincere thanks to members of our MacLachlan community for sharing their celebrations and traditions with us. -
Grade 3 Students Explore Art and Nature at Oakville Galleries
Read MoreOur Grade 3 students recently visited Oakville Galleries for an engaging and hands-on outdoor art experience.Set along the shores of Lake Ontario, students participated in plein air drawing, taking time to closely observe their surroundings while applying their understanding of perspective, depth, and natural features.In addition to drawing, students explored relief art, learning how artists create texture and dimension through raised surfaces. This hands-on activity provided an opportunity to experiment with new techniques and materials while expressing their creativity. -
Fulford Debate Success at Spring Tournament
Read MoreMacLachlan 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! -
Open Doors: A Celebration of Student Learning
Read MoreWe were proud to welcome the MacLachlan College community to our Upper School Campus for our Open Doors event!This special evening offered families an inside look at the dynamic learning experiences that define our Upper School. From classroom showcases to student-led presentations, the event highlighted the curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking skills our students develop each day.We extend our sincere thanks to the students and staff who worked so thoughtfully to bring this event to life and thank you as well to our MacLachlan families for joining us and for your continued support. -
MacLachlan Intermediate Chess Team Competes at Chess for Charity Tournament
Read MoreThe MacLachlan College Intermediate Chess Team travelled to Rotherglen to compete in the annual Chess for Charity Tournament.Facing strong competition, our students demonstrated focus, resilience, and strategic thinking throughout the day. The team narrowly missed advancing to the semi-finals, falling short by just two games.Over the course of the tournament, our players completed an impressive 88 games, gaining valuable experience and continuing to build their skills in a competitive environment.We are proud of their effort, sportsmanship, and commitment, and look forward to seeing their continued growth in future competitions. -
Autism Awareness Day: A Special Visit with Artist and Author Aiden Lee
Read MoreIn celebration of Autism Awareness Day, our Junior Kindergarten and Senior Kindergarten students welcomed artist, author, and speaker Aiden Lee.Students loved listening to Aiden’s stories and eagerly engaged him with thoughtful questions, creating a meaningful and interactive experience. Through his reading, Aiden encouraged students to embrace creativity, express themselves, and appreciate different ways of thinking.This visit offered our youngest learners an opportunity to learn from lived experience, helping to foster empathy, understanding, and and understanding for neurodiversity. -
Celebrating US Student Achievement
Read MoreAt 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. -
Olympic Snowboarder Kaylie Buck Visits MacLachlan College
Read MoreMacLachlan College was proud to welcome Olympic snowboarder Kaylie Buck for a special guest presentation with our students.Kaylie spoke with our Grade 7 and 8 students, along with athletes in the Hockey Development Program, sharing her journey as a professional athlete and offering insight into what it takes to compete at the Olympic level. Students also gained a unique, behind-the-scenes perspective on life at the Olympic Games.Thank you Kaylie! -
March
Beacon Project Celebrates Student Leadership, and Community
Read MoreCongratulations to our Grade 5 and Grade 7 students on their outstanding work in this year’s Beacon Project. Their dedication, creativity, and care are something they should all be incredibly proud of.The Beacon Project is MacLachlan College’s cross-divisional philanthropic initiative, bringing students together to explore meaningful causes, connect with charities, and develop proposals focused on making an impact.
Working in teams, Grade 5 students led outreach, while Grade 7 students applied financial literacy and presentation skills to bring their ideas to life. Fifteen teams presented to a panel of teachers, with the top three advancing to present to senior leadership. One team was selected to receive $500 in support of their chosen cause. -
Grade 8 French Students Celebrate Culture at the Poutine Café
Read MoreOur Grade 8 French students recently brought their learning to life during the annual Poutine Café. As part of their exploration of French Canadian culture, students worked in teams to design their own unique poutine recipes and present their dishes in French.Each group prepared their creation, explained their ingredients and concept, and shared samples with classmates and judges. The activity encouraged students to practice their speaking skills while building confidence, creativity, and teamwork.Experiential learning opportunities like this allow students to engage with language in a meaningful way while celebrating the culture behind it.
Bravo to all of our Grade 8 students! -
US Student Recognition
Read MoreOur Upper School students were recognized in assembly today for their participation in several recent academic competitions.Last week, our delegates represented MacLachlan College at the King’s Model United Nations (MUN) conference, where they demonstrated strong debate skills, collaboration, and global awareness while addressing complex international issues.We also celebrated students who participated in the Fulford Competition and recent mathematics contests, showcasing their critical thinking, problem solving, and academic dedication.Congratulations to all of our students for their hard work and for representing MacLachlan College with confidence and pride. -
U12 Floor Hockey Battles Hard at PSAA Tournament
Read MoreOur 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! -
MacLachlan Debaters Earn Senior Division Success at Fulford
Read MoreOn Saturday, February 28, MacLachlan College debaters competed at the Fulford Cup hosted by Pickering College, enjoying a full day of spirited competition and connection with students from across the region.Competing up into the senior division, Marina and Mira delivered an outstanding performance, finishing third overall on the senior side. Marina also earned an impressive third place individual finish, a remarkable achievement.On the junior side, first time Fulford participants Eric and Myra both earned scores in the upper 80s, demonstrating strong analytical thinking and confident delivery.A special thank you to parent Ambreen for serving as a judge and to alum Rory for generously sharing his time and expertise. -
February
Lower School Showcase
Read MoreOur Lower School campus was filled with excitement as families gathered for this year’s PYP Showcase. The evening provided a meaningful opportunity to see the IB Primary Years Programme in action, with students confidently sharing their learning through thoughtful presentations and engaging displays.We are deeply grateful to our dedicated staff, parent volunteers, and student volunteers whose time and care made the event such a success. Evenings like this reflect the strength of our partnership between home and school and the spirit of our MacLachlan community. -
Grade 11 Math Students Take on the Challenge
Read MoreOur 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. -
Celebrating Excellence in Writing and Character
Read MoreCongratulations to our first round winners of the Polar Expressions Writing Contest. We are proud of the creativity, imagination, and dedication our students demonstrated through their writing.We also recognize our Compassionate Carlos RS Heroes Award recipients. These students exemplify empathy in action, showing a genuine desire and capacity to understand and share the feelings and perspectives of others.Well done to all of our award recipients! -
Grade 9 and 10 Students Take on Confundrum
Read MoreOur Grade 9 and 10 students recently participated in an experiential learning trip to Confundrum, an escape room designed to challenge critical thinking and logic skills.The experience was intentionally created to take math beyond the classroom. Working in teams, students applied reasoning strategies, problem solving techniques, and mathematical thinking to unlock clues and complete challenges under time constraints.Great job, teams! -
King’s MUN Conference
Read MoreThis past Saturday, MacLachlan College proudly sent a team of 17 student delegates to the King’s Model United Nations Conference, marking the DPS Club’s first participation in this event.In the weeks leading up to the conference, students dedicated themselves to researching global issues and drafting thoughtful position papers for their assigned topics. For many, this was their first experience in a live MUN setting. Delegates stepped outside their comfort zones, learning procedures in real time, debating complex ideas, and representing their committees with confidence and professionalism.We are incredibly proud of every student who embraced this new challenge.Four of our delegates were formally recognized for their outstanding performance:- Isa, Honourable Delegate, Star Wars Tutorial Committee
- Mariam, Best Delegate, UNHRC Tutorial Committee
- Rania, Best Delegate, UN Women Committee
- Zaahid, Best Delegate, Artificial Intelligence Crisis Committee
Congratulations to our entire team on an impressive first showing at King’s MUN! -
Pink Shirt Day at MacLachlan College
Read MoreToday, 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. -
U10 Floor Hockey Shines at PSAA Tournament
Read MoreThe U10 Floor Hockey team delivered an impressive performance at the PSAA Tournament, competing with tenacity, grit, and positivity throughout the day.From the first face off to the final whistle, students demonstrated strong teamwork, resilience, and sportsmanship. Their commitment to supporting one another and representing the school with pride was evident in every shift. -
Adventure at Camp Wanakita
Read MoreOur Grade 6 students stepped outside the classroom and into the winter landscape for a three day adventure at Camp Wanakita.Students challenged themselves through snowshoeing, cross country skiing, broomball, and tubing. There were moments of teamwork, plenty of laughter, and opportunities for leadership to shine in new ways.A sincere thank you to our dedicated staff and camp leaders for guiding and supporting our students throughout this memorable trip. -
Grade 3 Explores Local History at Oakville Museum
Read MoreAs part of their Human Rights unit, Grade 3 students visited the Oakville Museum at Erchless Estate to learn about Oakville’s involvement in the Underground Railroad.Through guided exploration, students discovered how individuals and communities demonstrated courage and compassion in the pursuit of freedom. The visit provided a powerful connection between their classroom studies and the important role Oakville played in Canadian history. -
Grade 8 Probability Fair in Action
Read MoreGrade 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. -
Grade 9 Explores Hydroelectric Power in Niagara
Read MoreGrade 9 students recently visited the historic Niagara Parks Power Station to deepen their understanding of electricity and its impact on society.During their visit, students explored the evolution of hydroelectric power, descended 180 feet to a 2,200 foot tunnel, and took in sweeping views of the Niagara River from the observation deck. Through guided exploration and discussion, they analyzed the social, environmental, and economic implications of hydroelectric energy and evaluated sustainable energy production and consumption practices. -
Senior Kindergarten Measures Up at Longos
Read MoreAs part of their Measurement Unit, our Senior Kindergarten students visited Longo's for a hands on math experience.Students carefully measured golden cake mix, milk, oil, and egg whites to bake cookies, applying early numeracy skills in a real world setting. While waiting for their cookies to bake, they assembled their own mini pizzas using English muffins, tomato sauce, and cheese. -
US Students Discover Floor Curling
Read MoreUpper School students recently had the opportunity to try floor curling for the first time as part of their PSPE program, and it quickly became a favourite.Floor curling introduces students to the core elements of the sport including strategy, accuracy, communication, and teamwork. As interest continues to build, we are excited about the potential to expand the program and explore opportunities to take students from floor curling to ice in the future. -
DECA Provincials Results
Read MoreA 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.A special congratulations to Marina, who earned Top 20 in Role Play and Top 20 Overall. This is an outstanding provincial-level achievement and a true reflection of her dedication and preparation.Another big congratulations to Zaahid, who earned Top 20 in both role plays and Top 20 Overall at DECA Provincials. An impressive accomplishment that speaks to his preparation, confidence, and strong performance.Well done to all of our DECA students. We are incredibly proud of you. -
MacLachlan College at the Round Square Forum for the Americas
Read MoreMacLachlan College is proud to be represented at the Round Square Forum for the Americas in Atlanta. Ms. Leys and Ms. Dawn are attending the forum alongside educators from across the region, engaging in conversations focused on global education, leadership, and innovation.On the first day of the forum, Ms. Leys and Ms. Dawn presented a Heroes of Discovery workshop, sharing how MacLachlan integrates the RS Heroes framework into Lower School learning. Their session highlighted how the approach supports inquiry, character development, and student voice in meaningful and age appropriate ways.
We are proud to see MacLachlan’s work shared on an international stage! -
Cross-Campus Collaboration
Read MoreOur Grade 3 students had a wonderful experience visiting the Upper School Maker Space for a special collaboration with our Grade 12 Physics students.Students were excited to watch Rube Goldberg machines in action and learn how simple machines can work together in creative and surprising ways. With guidance and encouragement from their Grade 12 mentors, our Grade 3s then worked in small groups to design and build their own inventive creations.A big thank you to our Grade 12 mentors and Mrs. Tomasik for making this experience so meaningful for our younger learners. -
From Lived Experience to Lasting Impact
By: Rachel O'Hagan, Alumni Relations ManagerRead MoreI often speak about the power of lived experience. About using what we have walked through to help shape what comes next. That belief was at the heart of last year’s Alumni Leadership Conference, grounded in a simple but powerful idea: be who you needed when you were younger.Hosting MacLachlan College’s first ever Alumni Leadership Conference proved deeply meaningful for our Grade 11 and 12 students. Alumni returned to campus to share their stories, leadership insights, and personal journeys, offering students real world perspectives they could genuinely connect with.Through panel discussions and small group conversations, students explored career pathways, navigated real life scenarios, and practiced meaningful networking. Leadership was not presented as a title, but as something shaped through experience, reflection, and choice. Long after the conference ended, the impact of those conversations continues to ripple through our community.
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January
Hockey Leadership in Action
Read MoreAs part of their hockey summative, members of the U18 Prep Hockey team took on leadership roles by planning and leading full practice sessions.Working in small groups, students developed practice plans, designed drills, and ran sessions from beginning to end. This experience allowed athletes to view the game from a coaching perspective while strengthening leadership, communication, and accountability within the team. -
Ninja Warriors
Read MoreOur Grade 8 students participated in an off campus Phys Ed experience at Aspire Climbing and Ninja Warrior Gym, where they engaged in bouldering and obstacle based movement challenges.Through these activities, students developed physical literacy, confidence, and problem solving skills while applying classroom learning in an authentic and engaging environment. This experience supported both curriculum outcomes and personal growth through movement and teamwork. -
Learning With Animals in Junior Kindergarten
Read MoreOur Junior Kindergarten students enjoyed a special visit from Katie of Pawsitively Pets, who brought eight different animals for a hands-on learning experience.Through observation and gentle interaction, students learned about how animals communicate while demonstrating empathy, curiosity, and care. Experiences like these support social and emotional development and help bring classroom learning to life in meaningful ways. -
Favourite Literary Character Day at the Lower School
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Strengthening Global Connections
Read MoreBy: Rachel O'Hagan
January offers a moment to pause, reflect, and set intentions for the year ahead, not only for what we hope to achieve, but for how we continue to show up for one another as a community.At MacLachlan College, our alumni embody leadership, curiosity, and connection across industries, generations, and borders. As we begin 2026, we are proud to share stories, events, and opportunities that continue to strengthen our global alumni community.
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