Nurturing the mind, body and spirit of JK to Grade 12 students; Ridley College is an IB continuum, day and boarding school, located in St. Catharines, Ontario.
Our thoughts and prayers are with those affected by the
#HumboldtBroncos
tragedy that has shaken the nation. In memory of the young lives lost, our Tigers have placed hockey sticks outside of the dorms.
#HumboldtStrong
@RidleyAthletics
We're beyond proud to report that the Oxford AstraZeneca vaccine, led by our own Sir John Bell '71, has been approved for use in the U.K.! Prime Minister Boris Johnson has hailed the latest COVID-19 vaccine a "triumph" for British science.
#NEWS
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@HC_Women
will proudly wear the 🍁 in Obihiro, Japan this January, chasing a fifth world title at the IIHF U18 Women's World Championship.
#U18WWC
ROSTER:
Our local
#Classof2020
seniors received a special delivery earlier this week. This is only step one in our school's plan to celebrate our graduates and all they've accomplished during their time at Ridley.
The desks have been spaced, the stickers are being stuck, ventilation has been enhanced, and the plexiglass has been installed...We're grateful for our Facilities team, who have been busy preparing campus, so that we all feel safe and ready for the school year ahead.
It’s official! Members of the Class of 2022 are officially graduates! With diplomas in hand and hearts filled with joy, they walked to the front steps of School House to toss their grad caps in the air. Congratulations to this year’s graduating Class.
THANK YOU FRONTLINE WORKERS!
Our community will be forever grateful to you for keeping us safe, keeping us fed and keeping us healthy. When we emerge from this pandemic, know that we will always remember the sacrifices you made. Spread the love...send this to a frontline worker!
Up, up and away! Drum Sergeant Major, Nathan Mandigo ’22 successfully tossed the mace over the Marriott Gates! A wonderful way to kick off Cadet Day 2022.
Upper School students and faculty clocked their steps today in honour of those who have faced breast cancer—especially those within our Ridley family. The on-campus
#CIBCRunfortheCure
surpassed its goal by raising more than $12,500 for cancer research.
Proudly introducing the Class of 2018! This impressive group of young leaders will embark on their next adventure at schools such as
@Yale
,
@nyuniversity
,
@Cornell
and
@queensu
. Good luck and remember...once a Tiger, always a Tiger.
Celebrating all that
@georginahblack
’85 has contributed to our school and its legacy as the nineteenth Chair of the Board of Governors. What a truely inspirational leader she has been for our community. Terar Dum Prosim.
For Ridleians, there is no better way to ring in the Christmas season than with our Nine Lessons & Carols services. This weekend, we sang in unison and were reminded of what truly matters this time of year. Thank you to our vocalists, musicians and readers.
Happy birthday to our beloved school, celebrating 131 years! Although we can't blow out the birthday candles or sing our hearts out, we hope all Tigers will take a moment to bust a move in honour of this special day.
Have you seen our vibrant Lower School Library?! We can hardly contain our excitement over its collaborative learning spaces, independent study areas and tiered reading steps! 📚 🍎 🤓
Tune in to the
@MapleLeafs
vs
@NHLBlackhawks
game tonight, to see Prep Girls Hockey Director & Coach, Amanda Benoit-Wark share her experiences on & off the ice, as part of the
@hometownhockey_
series. Her segment will air during the Pre-Game Show on
@Sportsnet
(6:30p.m.-7:00p.m.)
This afternoon, in celebration of 133 years of Ridley College, our students, faculty, and staff gathered on B Squad for a family photo, sending a message to the world—everyone belongs at Ridley!
#RidleyCommunity
Typically, we usher in summer by dancing until sundown in the front circle, but today we did things a little differently with a socially distant drive-by. Our hardworking faculty & staff received
@13thSt_Bakery
treats while safely exchanging smiles and waves.
Day one of the 2018-19 school year is underway! During the next two days, we’ll welcome 700 Tigers, from over 60 countries to campus. Welcome to Ridley!
In 2017, Asmat ’19 crossed the border into Canada and was granted refugee status. This weekend, he was given a surprise of a lifetime, when
@huronatwestern
granted him the largest undergraduate scholarship in the school’s history. Watch the video:
Our community has COURAGE! This year, Ridley students, faculty and staff are setting their sights on stepping outside their comfort zones, to take risks, to persevere, and ultimately, to grow.
The first annual Nancy Storrs Memorial 24-Hour Erg-a-thon is underway!
For the next 24 hours, members of the Ridley Rowing team will each complete a 1-hour erg session to raise funds and awareness for the Walker Family Cancer Centre in Nancy's honour.
As a diverse school, Ridley makes a point of educating students on matters of inclusiveness & equality. We provide a safe space to discuss emotions and embolden Ridleians to become more thoughtful global citizens. Families should stay tuned for upcoming workshops & conversations.
Thanks to our Facilities Department, whose members have been hard at work since the crack of dawn clearing more than 30cms of snow from campus.
Check out this fun video by
@DannyCustodio
& Jeff Drummond of the team in action!
We are thrilled to announce the soft opening of our new athletic facilities. Attached to our current Fieldhouse and ice rink, this new addition reinforces our commitment to physical activity and will include the following spaces:
– Jack Aylott Squash Centre
– The newly renovated…
This Father's Day, we we want to extend our sincerest appreciation to all of the Ridley dads, who cheer on our Tigers and help them reach new heights! We hope you feel the love and gratitude on your special day.
Ridley is proud to call Canada home and our students come from all over the world to experience the beautiful landscape and welcoming culture found in the true north strong and free. Happy
#CanadaDay
from all of us at Ridley College! 🇨🇦
A significant addition to
@RidleyAthletics
and our dedication to creating a pathway to post-secondary sport!
Today, we officially welcomed Victor Raso of the
@RiverLions
as our new Director of Basketball and Prep Boys' Head Coach.
Welcome to Ridley, Coach Raso!
@RidleyHoops
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Nancy Storrs. Nancy was part of the Ridley Community as a coach & friend for almost 40 years & has left a lasting legacy on our rowing programme.
Thank you Nancy, for the countless lives you've touched.
FINALLY, after years of patiently waiting, the Class of 2020 returned to campus today, to celebrate all they achieved during their time at Ridley. Congratulations to the Class of 2020.
#OnceATigerAlwaysATiger
“All God’s creatures have a place in the choir” today in Chapel, as we celebrate the blessing of the animals in honour of The Feast of St. Francis of Assisi.
Thank you Mayor
@wsendzik
for stopping by our 130th birthday celebration to present Headmaster
@ed_kidd
with a certificate to commemorate the occasion!
Yesterday, we donated
#PPE
masks to Albright Manor on behalf of Dr. Mei Kou and the Li family. Their generosity will make a huge difference in this facility’s ability to fight COVID-19.
Strong, determined and dedicated are all words that define student-athlete Gabrielle Cook '20. This summer, she was featured in a
@MeadFiveStar
commercial, showing the grit and perseverance that has helped her reach her rowing aspirations. Check it out: .
They are passionate and perseverant, dedicated and determined: they are leaders among their peers. Say hello to the 2022-23 Prefect team. This group is sure to enhance the Ridley experience for one and all!
That’s a wrap! Thank you to
@ProfLeaWaters
for her guidance & wisdom as she led us on the first leg of our
#VisibleWellbeing
journey. While it is only the beginning, our faculty & staff have already been making waves of change in our school and we can’t wait to see what awaits.
We are proud to present the 2020-21 Prefects. This group was meticulously selected by students, faculty & staff; each bringing their own strengths to the table and, of course, unending Ridley spirit. We can't wait to see what they accomplish in their new roles as student-leaders!
Introducing Oscar ’20 – a Prefect who came to Ridley for his Grade 11 year and quickly realized that this was a place he’d be able to flourish. Read how the
@IB_DP
, hockey and boarding programmes have shaped him: .
With a 98% pass rate, an average score of 35 (with 6 students earning more than 40), and 8 students taking home a bilingual diploma, Ridley is profoundly proud of our
@IB_DP
graduates. And if that wasn't enough to celebrate, our top student earned a rare score of 44 out of 45!
With some Ridleians unable to arrive to Canada due to travel restrictions, we have been offering distance learning to bridge the gap until they can join us. Here, Ella is assisting her classmate Cora stream into homeroom from the other side of the globe.
Now is the time to take action. Now is the time to save our planet. Ridley students and millions of others around the world are stepping up and making their voices heard at the Global
#ClimateStrike
.
This
#Thanksgiving
, we offer our heartfelt gratitude to Ridleians around the world. We're lucky to be surrounded by students, who are eager to learn; parents, who are quick to adapt; alumni, who remain dedicated to our school; and our faculty & staff, who go above & beyond.
Our dedicated seamstresses are using their talents to serve the community, making homemade masks for local organizations like
@SMUNiagara
and even our own Campus Safety and Security team.
Today, the Canadian Rowing Hall of Fame inducts former Ridley rowing coach, Jack Nicholson. For decades, he trained Ridley rowers and is remembered as a man who brought out the potential of countless young athletes.
The
@2022CanadaGames
are officially underway after a thrilling kick-off to this year's event. We were honoured to witness Ridleians participate in the Opening Ceremony, with our athletes rowing the torch into the arena:
*Photo by Steve Parr
As athletes begin their journey to the podium, we want to shine the spotlight on
#RidleyTigers
competing during the
@2022CanadaGames
.
Presley Daschuk '24
Talia Nixon '23
Sammie Balfour '23
Jack Petrunick '19
Lauren McPhail '23
Shane Keagan '22
Niko Schramm ’20
Dereck Schwandt
Today, Mayor
@WSendzik
virtually visited our Grades 5 & 5/6 classes, delivering a presentation before hosting a lively Q&A session. Students gained a deeper understanding of his role and responsibilities—and learned about the challenges and most rewarding aspects of his career.
Today, we honour the brave soldiers who fought for our freedom and those who gave their life so that we may live—including the 143 Ridleians who lost their lives during WWI and WWII. Their courage and bravery will never be forgotten.
#LestWeForget
#RidleyService
#RemembranceDay
#ICYMI
: Last week, Angela Daudu '20 & Mr. Hutton performed 'Rise Up'–a ballad of hope that has been adopted as the unofficial anthem of the Black Lives Matter movement. It serves as a reminder that we must fight for a better future for all. Watch: .
Our flag flies at half-mast, as we honour the life & legacy of HRH The Duke of Edinburgh. Prince Phillip was a stalwart leader, who was deeply consumed in service. His memory lives on at Ridley & we're proud to instill his character strengths through the
@dukeofedcanada
Award.
Our Grade 3 superheroes sewed capes adorned with their character strengths, with the help of our wonderful sewing room staff. We can’t wait to see these Tigers saving the world with kindness, bravery and teamwork! 💫
@ProfLeaWaters
#VisibleWellbeing
Congratulations to Admissions Officer,
@scwhitty
on winning this month's Influencer Award. Whether she's on the road or right here on campus, she's sharing her enthusiasm for our school and our community with each and every tweet!
Faculty member and pilot, Melanie Williams captured Cadet Day from the clouds, while flying overhead! What an incredible way to take in this
#RidleyTradition
.
We have some budding superstars in our mix! Just before December break, four Grade 3 students wrote and performed 'Confidence'—an uplifting song about friendship, empowerment and, you guessed it, confidence! This song will be stuck in your head for days.
Our community gathered in the Fieldhouse as
@2021CanadaGames
launched the ‘Catch the Spirit’ campaign, inspiring students to learn more about sport, healthy living and the upcoming Summer Games. We can’t wait to welcome Canada’s greatest athletes to Niagara next year!
Today, the Ridley College Cadet Corps No. 162 RC(A)CC participated in the annual Church Parade and Cadet Inspection. Congratulations to our cadets on a spectacular showing and to our award winners for their achievements!
The Leonard Ladybugs dance to the best song ever in their Houses of Ridley Lip Sync Battle video. Who knew we had our own One Direction right here on campus?
Like or retweet this post by May 20th to vote for Leonard:
Meet Carmen Elliott '21. Most days, you'll find Carmen skating up and down the ice, so it's no surprise that this Tiger throws her heart and soul into sport. But that isn't all she's passionate about...Check out the full video on Facebook.
The sun slowly crept across campus today, shinning a stunning light on School House.
#Grateful
we have such a beautiful space to learn and grow together.
Today was the official ribbon cutting of the new Fieldhouse bleachers! The entire school community joined together, dressed in their orange and black, to celebrate the donors who made this project possible and cheer on our basketball team!
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. We fondly remember Her Majesty’s visit to St. Catharines in 1973.
We are inspired by her dedication to a life of service. Her legacy lives on in the hearts and minds of our community and the world.
Drumroll, please! We’re excited to announce the 2021-22 cohort of student leaders—your new school Prefects. Congratulations to all 18 individuals, who will serve the school and student body as mentors, peer support, event leaders, and so much more.
We are excited to announce the Prefect team for the 2019-20 school year! These young leaders will bring fresh ideas to the table and be the voice of the student body when we return in September. We look forward to seeing them flourish in their new roles!
An amazing start to the 2019-20 school year! With over 700 students from 61 countries around the world, this is bound to be an exceptional year of growing, learning and excelling. 🎉
These Tigers can ROAR! In a sea of orange and black, this year's Prefect team hosted the year's first pep rally—and what an event it was! Feeling the energy in the Fieldhouse was indescribable. What a way to end our Opening Days celebration!
This Sunday, students will lace up and wear pink for a CIBC Run for the Cure fundraiser to honour members of the Ridley family who have bravely battled breast cancer and those currently in the midst of their fight.
Please consider supporting this cause: .
This was a historical year for Ridley College and the world. While we look towards 2021 with hope in our hearts, 2020 showed us just how strong our community really is. Happy
#NewYear
to our inspiring community! May the year ahead bring positive change, health and happiness.
We are thrilled to share this year's Summer Reading List, which features five books exploring ways we can harness the power within to live life to the fullest.
Read more:
@susancain
@drgregwells
@wasuzuki
A HUGE shoutout to our Ridley volunteers, who participated in 40 of the 57 medal presentations during week one of the
@2022CanadaGames
! Your time and energy have not gone unnoticed.
Photos by Katie Heykoop & James Ruddy
Organ donation is a life-saving gift and for Dylan Kalambay '21, it truly did save his life. After suffering heart failure, Dylan's life and his love for basketball could continue thanks to the generosity of a heart donor.
Learn how you can save a life: .
In September of 2021, after a challenging recovery, Dylan returned to the court his last year of high school at Ridley College to pursue his dream of obtaining a Division 1 scholarship and becoming the first player ever to do so with a donated heart.
@Ridley_College
@Game7Media
The annual Cross Country Run was reinvented this year, when we had every single student from JK to Grade 12 participating in this long-standing tradition. Records were broken, fun was had and school spirit was at the heart of it all!
Silence echoes across the country, as we honour the men & women who sacrificed their lives fighting for our freedom. Students have donned their poppies, engaged in meaningful discussions & attended a
#RemembranceDay
service. The fallen soldiers are in our hearts.
#LestWeForget
We're ecstatic that Ridleians will be able to return to in-person learning on Feb. 8th!
@ed_kidd
will be sending a communication shortly with details to help families prepare for a safe reintegration. Equally as excited? Post your happy dance and tag us.