On a Saturday night in May, staff and students escaped the mellow and mundane Mill Bay, and were transported, instead, to the Wild West. There was an abundance of denim, cowboy hats, and the stomp of boots, as Hope House opened its doors to welcome the community for a night of festivities. Wanted signs of…
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…
What makes Hope truly special is the crafted culture that permeates every corner. It’s evident in late-night conversations after prep, impromptu gatherings in the kitchen, and the steady support system that catches anyone having a rough day. Hope isn’t just where we sleep – it’s where we grow, challenge each other, and build lifelong relationships. …
Here is a little trip down memory lane … We started the year off stongly by welcoming 24 amazing new Hopelings. After a quick round of our traditional (and awkward) rendition of speed dating with the Privett boys we proved ourselves with a convincing win at Fun & Games. Welcoming back the returners, Hope finally…
The excitement from being back on campus after a three-week break, coupled with the blisteringly cold weather has made for a crazy week here at Brentwood. This is even more true for Hope House, who found out they would be having a guest #1 inspection with Mr Patel only five days after the break. For…
With first term in full swing here at Brentwood, it can be easy to get wrapped up in yourself, whether that be in schoolwork or in the pottery studio. But this week, Brentwood did what it does best: come together as a family. On October 1st, 2022, Lily Smyth-Andrews passed away. Lily was kind and…
Three weeks after the victory and loss at the Canadian Secondary Schools Championships in early June, and two weeks after the end-of-school madness and exams, on June 24th, my journey with the Canadian National Team began. In St. Catharines, Ontario, a town passionate and involved in the rowing community, my Jr Women’s 4-, alongside the…
Three weeks after the victory and loss at the Canadian Secondary Schools Championships in early June, and two weeks after the end-of-school madness and exams, on June 24th, my journey with the Canadian National Team began. In St. Catharines, Ontario, a town passionate and involved in the rowing community, my Jr Women’s 4-, alongside the…