At Mulgrave, we believe that a global perspective and environmental and social responsibility are central to becoming a true world citizen.
One of Canada's leading International Baccalaureate (IB) Continuum schools, Mulgrave approaches learning with an emphasis on inquiry and critical thinking.
Our students are encouraged to develop a global perspective that gives them a context that goes beyond their own experience to develop an appreciation for the interdependence of our world.
Connecting students to nature at Mulgrave is achieved through a multidimensional approach that is experiential, imaginative and holistic, embodying the school's mission to inspire excellence in education and in life and encourage students to embrace, with passion and confidence, their responsibility always to make a difference in their communities.
Every Kindergarten- Grade 10 student participates in the outdoor education program at Mulgrave led by Ali McTavish and Lina Augaitis, both passionate outdoor education enthusiasts, throughout the year.
Fostering a physical connection with the local natural world provides students with a tangible frame of reference for their studies. Having first-hand experience of the impact humans have on their environment contextualizes their in-class learning.
"To see the students enjoying themselves, both playing and learning, motivates us to continue to grow and deepen our program. We love that outdoor education touches on all aspects of volunteerism, teaching hard skills and environmental stewardship, and we strive to provide a well-rounded experience for all our students," says McTavish.
Situated on Cypress Mountain, Mulgrave is in a prime location to take advantage of summer and winter activities on our own doorstep.
Mulgrave students are active all over the North Shore for these valuable, immersive experiences, including beach cleanups, invasive species pulls, hiking, biking and kayaking. Middle and senior school students are able to join our Summit LEAP electives and the Duke of Edinburgh program.
With more than 60 students in the Duke of Edinburgh program it's clear that our students are motivated by the natural areas they explore and work in, and through these experiences develop a deep and abiding connection with nature.
This piece was originally published in the North Shore News print edition as part of a special Private Schools advertising feature. The content was written and submitted by North Shore private schools.
