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MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL

We've had a wonderful school year! The energy from the students and teachers as they work together on the myriad of co-curricular activities that this school is famous for has been exciting. The enthusiasm has contributed to an upbeat, positive school.

We hope you were able to join us at a music concert, a sporting event, our drama production, The Crucible, our Arts Night or our Fashion Show to personally appreciate the high calibre of our students, in their many and varied activities.

In March, nearly 300 students and staff went to Muskoka Woods for four days to participate in a student leadership experience where our grade nine students were mentored and coached by senior student counsellors who had been taught and prepared by our teachers throughout the year. The outcome of this wonderful experience was a development of pride in self, in school, and a real sense of Richview family and community. Plans are already underway for another Muskoka Woods experience for our new grade nines next year.

There will be several staff changes as teachers retire or move on to positions at other schools. The retirees are: Michael Frederiksen, Vice Principal; Halla Jones, Librarian; Eric Lang and Terry Spratt, English teachers; and Ric Hollowell, Physical Education teacher. Ina Anthony, Adelita Arapi, Ian MacDonald, Nina Silver, Chris Chanook and Mandy Holowatch are moving on to teaching positions in other schools.

Included in this package is a communique from Janice Marshall, Chair of our School Council. We bid farewell to Janice as she retires from this position after many years of service. Under her leadership and dedication, greater understanding and support has been built between parents and staff at Richview. Thank you Janice for the excellent work you have done for us all.

I wish our students, school staff and their families a restful, joyful summer.

See you in September!

The graduating class made sure they enjoyed their time up until the last few days. The New York Grad Trip organized by Mr. Spratt offered the best of the very best from culture, entertainment, shopping, to the opportunity to represent Richview and the TDSB at the New York City Hall and the Canadian Consulate. The much anticipated formal planned and organized by Peter Stefanovich was held on June II^th at Hart House. Many thanks must go to Maria Bagovich and her mother who beautifully decorated the hall with elegant candelabras that set the perfect stage to crown our Prom King Alan Spencer and Prom Queen Jessica Eusebio. In the last week of school the graduating class also participated in a new event that was called Grad Day. During the past year the 2001-2002 Student Council Executive accomplished wonderful events and continued with memorable Richview traditions. They should all be very proud of themselves and their contribution to this school. We would like to thank all those who have stood by us during the year, especially Mr. Spratt. The student council wishes him the best of luck in his retirement. We also would like to wish the best of luck to the new student council that will be led by next year's SAC president Sarah Charles. At the end we hope that all students enjoyed their time at Richview as much as we did and we thank them for making the year memorable.

Vanessa Corlazzoli
Student Council President

D. Muchnik
Staff Advisor

This year’s trip to the Big Apple marked an important milestone in Richview History. It was the last to be hosted by our very capable and enthusiastic Mr. Spratt. Nearly one hundred graduating students lived the life of Riley for three nights at the opulent Marriott Marquis, situated right on Times Square in the heart of Manhattan. After a nine-hour overnight bus ride, we were greeted by the Canadian Consulate and, in true Richview fashion, showered them with appreciative accolades for all their compassion and energy given re 9/11. Throughout the weekend, many visited ground zero, some of the many art museums, and Broadway shows. All soaked up the culture, eagerly visiting the places we have come across in Literature (we rode Holden’s carousel!). Mr. Spratt skillfully navigated the group around town, showing us not only the regular tourist attractions but also sights off the beaten track. Everyone managed to have unforgettable personal experiences! We convened for a group shot at Columbia University - one of Mr. Spratt’s Alma Maters. We would like to thank Mrs. Periera, Mrs. Miller, and Freddie for accompanying us on the trip, and most of all, Mr. Spratt for making this possible year after year. Kate Mior

On May 15, music students returned from a very successful five-day music trip to Montreal. Students had opportunities to perform while away, as well as see performances by the Montreal Symphony Orchestra, McGill University student ensembles and Cirque du Soleil. Everyone had a terrific time while experiencing the rich culture and life of Montreal.

On May 30, Richview held its annual Arts Night, See Hear. Many music students were involved as they had opportunities to perform in various ensembles and display their talent. Parents and friends of Richview students who attended this evening heard music of many styles ranging from Classical and Jazz to Pop and Funk.

On June 7, grade 9 and 10 students in the Intermediate Concert Band and Grade 9 Strings Ensemble, participated in the Trills and Thrills Music Festival. As part of the festival, the ensembles were adjudicated by members of the Toronto Symphony Orchestra and professors of the Faculty of Music at the University of Toronto. The students competed with twelve other schools from across Ontario and played extremely well. Both ensembles received ratings of "Excellent" and made Richview very proud!

As we come to the end of another year, we are very excited for the next school year 2002-2003. Next year will be filled with concerts, festivals and workshops. Thank you to all of the parents and friends of our Richview students. Your continued support is much appreciated.

This year, Richview demonstrated an immense amount of talent and skill at OFSAA. The team experienced one of its OFSAA firsts, when Amanda MacNeill won the gold medal in the senior girls 100m backstroke. This is an amazing accomplishment for Amanda as well as the Richview Swim Team as a whole. This type of excellence has never before been achieved in Richview Swimming and thus Amanda must be commended for her amazing talent and superb show of sportsmanship. Amanda truly exemplifies the spirit of Richview as well as the Richview Swim Team. Special congratulation also go out to Krystin Zafra who placed 9th in the senior girls' 100m backstroke, to Kuo-Yu Tong an Kuo-Bao Tong who placed in the top 15 in their respective events and to the relay teams of Robyn Lippett, Alexandra MacNeill, Esther Kim, Jennifer Knebel and Janice Creighton, Amanda MacNeill, Sarah Ketcheson, Krystin Zafra who also placed well in the finals. I would like to congratulate everyone on their fine achievement, and although everyone could not be mentioned, all of our team members tried their best and placed marvelously well at OFSAA. Seeing as this is my last year at Richview, I would like to give a grand farewell to all this year's team members as well as a large thanks to our student coaches Kuo-Yu Tong, Kuo-Bao Tong and Lauren Tucker as well as our teacher coaches Ms. Pereira and Mlle. Holowatch. This year has been one of the best years of Richview Swimming. Good luck to all future members and a big thanks to all those in the past who worked hard to make the team what it is today. Wishing you a safe and happy summer,

Maria Bagovich (Team Manager)

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