Dear Alexandra House, Thank you for an amazing year. We’ve made it an unforgettable experience and have truly made this house a home. Looking back to when 28 new Dinos joined us this year – some nervous and some excited – we welcomed everyone in and made a special community. One of my favourite parts…
At Brentwood, it’s no secret that the longest journeys create the tightest bonds. A dinner that may mean very little to you when you first hear about it in Grade 8 or 9, eventually becomes one of the most important milestones of your senior year. There’s one event at the end of May that I…
When I look back on this year in Alexandra House, I don’t just think of the events – I think of the feeling. It started in September, when new personalities became a part of the Dino Fam, some nervous, some excited, all stepping into something unknown. And without even thinking about it, Alex did what…
Laughter and smiles echo through the halls, late-night conversations are a staple, and the legendary tales of Little Boy Blue and the mysterious power of the “Purple House” still linger within the walls of the oldest buildings on Brentwood’s campus – Alexandra House. At Alexandra, a unique and vibrant culture thrives, creating a home away…
Another year has passed in Alex House, filled with waves of joy, wonder, sweet laughter, sadness, happiness – all the fixings. As a house, and as individuals, Alex has surfed these waves with grace. Now, we find our hearts overflowing with memories to cherish and hold dear. On September 5th, 2023 17 radiant personalities were…
With strenuous university applications and demanding course loads, the Alex-Whittall House Captains figured that the Grade 12s needed some winding down time. So, on Sunday, February 25th, twenty of us headed down to Victoria to enjoy some time to relax and simply enjoy ourselves. However, the minute we stepped down from the bus, the gusting…
Rolling out of bed and having a breakfast spread seems quite ideal, doesn’t it? Well, the Alex Grade 12s made sure to give their House exactly that. Preparations began on Friday evening when the girls transported the food from Crooks to the house and organized their shifts. By 7:45 am on Saturday, the stove was…