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New Student Enrolment Package
A MESSAGE FROM OUR
HEAD OF SCHOOL
Welcome to Bishop’s College School!
As I enter my third year at the by the school’s core values: Lead, improvements when the students
school, I value the connectedness Grow, Engage, Experience, and arrive in September.
of our community and the Explore.
wonderfully diverse and vibrant It is an exciting time to join BCS and
individuals who contribute to the We are proud that BCS is a leader I invite your entire family to share
school every day. in independent school education. in that excitement as you embark
We are proud that our faculty, staff, upon your BCS journey and begin
The stories I hear from alumni and administration, and volunteers living the experience of a lifetime. I
past parents all have a common are committed to educating and hope you enjoy learning more about
thread: a deep love for the school, shaping the next generation of what makes our school unique,
the friendships made, and the global citizens and world leaders. why students are happy here,
lessons learned inside and outside We are proud that our students and why our mission is to create
the classroom. For most, it has been value and cherish respect, a caring community of learning
life-changing and the influence perseverance, independence, and and development, where cultures
of a teacher, houseparent, staff leadership. connect and individuals matter.
member, coach, or classmate
has molded their personal and As we turn our attention to the I wish you and your family health
professional path. upcoming 2022-23 school year, we and happiness and a year ahead
are approaching it with excitement filled with joy and fulfillment.
BCS is a special place that offers and anticipation as we purposefully
a unique experience and we are design the best possible education Best regards,
committed to continuing to see and life experience for all our
the school thrive. We provide a students. We also have many MR. MICHEL LAFRANCE
multitude of opportunities for renovations and upgrades planned Head of School
students to live and learn in a throughout our 250-acre campus
culture of equality, inclusion, and this spring and summer and we
respect. These are highlighted look forward to unveiling these
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Dear families, As you begin to prepare for your arrival at BCS, we would like to provide you with some helpful and necessary information. Included in this package are documents on many different aspects of school life: technology, uniforms, what to bring for the year, etc. CONTENTS ARRIVAL INFORMATION & IMPORTANT DATES Checklist for New Students.............................................. 3 New Student Arrival............................................................ 4 Opening Week Overview.................................................... 5 Parents Welcome................................................................. 7 Campus Map......................................................................... 8 Main Events Calendar......................................................... 9 Compulsory School Events............................................. 10 PREPARING FOR LIFE ON CAMPUS Transportation for School Holidays.............................. 11 Long Weekend Trips......................................................... 12 Weekend Leaves and Special Requests...................... 14 What to Bring to BCS....................................................... 15 What Not to Bring to BCS............................................... 16 Packing for Orientation Camp........................................ 16 BCS Technology Program................................................ 17 Daily Class Schedule........................................................ 19 Academic Course Selection........................................... 20 UNIFORM & SCHOOL SUPPLIES Uniform................................................................................ 21 Uniform List........................................................................ 22 Supply Lists........................................................................ 25 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION BCS Media........................................................................... 26 Round Square..................................................................... 27 Quick Reference Guide..................................................... 28 We look forward to your arrival in September!
CHECKLIST FOR
NEW STUDENTS
As part of every student’s enrolment process, there are several new student forms that must be completed
by July 6, 2022. These forms will be sent to your BCS Portal account to be completed. Log in to the BCS
Portal through the BCS website (located at the top right corner of the main page) or follow this link to sign in:
bishopscollegeschool.myschoolapp.com. Please note that both the parent(s) and the student should have a BCS
Portal account.
COMPLETE ( ) STEPS TO COMPLETE DUE DATE LOCATION
Final 2021-2022 Report Card ASAP Please email a copy to
enrolment@bishopscollegeschool.com
Uniform Fitting Appointment N/A Please schedule by contacting
store@bishopscollegeschool.com
Course Selection July 6 Links provided
(Forms IV-V / Grades 9-10)
Acknowledgement and July 6 BCS Portal
Academic Information Release
Fall Sport Selection July 6 BCS Portal
Cadets Questionnaire July 6 BCS Portal
Please email form to
enrolment@bishopscollegeschool.com
New Boarder Questionnaire July 6 BCS Portal
Transportation Form July 6 BCS Portal
Medical Form July 6 BCS Portal
Copy of Medical Insurance Card July 6 Please email a copy to
and/or Provincial Health Card nurses@bishopscollegeschool.com
Copy of Immunization Record July 6 Please email a copy to
(vaccines) nurses@bishopscollegeschool.com
If you require your BCS Portal login information, simply click “Forgot your login details?” located on the BCS Portal
login page, and your login details will be sent to your email. If you experience any trouble, please contact Admissions:
enrolment@bishopscollegeschool.com or 1.819.566.0227.
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NEW STUDENT ARRIVAL
New students arrive on Tuesday, September 6, 2022*,
between 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM.
New Boarding Students arrive 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
New Day Students arrive 11:30 PM – 12:00 PM
*Please note that BCS will not be open for early arrivals. If you plan to arrive before September 6 you will be responsible for
making your own travel arrangements (transportation, accommodations, food, etc.). Each year we look forward to welcoming
BCS parents to our campus, including Opening Week! Given the potential changes related to travel restrictions, please be sure
to familiarize yourself with the current Canadian government regulations before finalizing travel arrangements.
To help with your search for OTL GOUVERNEUR LE PRESIDENT HOTEL
accommodations, BCS has arranged SHERBROOKE Located in Sherbrooke, 15 minutes
for our families to get a special Located in Sherbrooke, 15 minutes from campus. Call 819.563.2941
rate at the following hotels. Be from campus. Call 1.877.676.7224 or toll free in North America at
sure to ask for the ‘Bishop’s College for reservations. For details, visit 800.363.2941 for reservations. For
School rate’ when you make your otlhotelsherbrooke.ca. (online use details, visit hotel-le-president.com.
reservation. code: BCS2020)
For more information about
MANOIR HOVEY DELTA SHERBROOKE HOTEL the city of Sherbrooke, visit:
Located in North Hatley, 20 minutes Located in Sherbrooke, 15 minutes destinationsherbrooke.com.
from campus. Call 1.800.661.2421 from campus. Call 1.819.822.1989
or 1.819.842.2421 for reservations. for reservations. For details, visit
For details, visit manoirhovey.com. marriott.com.
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OPENING WEEK
OVERVIEW*
SEPTEMBER 2022
*A detailed schedule will be available August 2022. Schedule is subject to change in accordance with Canadian
government regulations.
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 – NEW STUDENTS ARRIVE
Residences will be open starting at 9:00 AM for new students only. Students may wear casual clothes.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM New boarding students arrive
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM New day students arrive
Afternoon Head of School’s Welcome, Student Activities, Parents’ Meet & Greet.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 – RETURNING STUDENTS ARRIVE
Residences are open today for all students. All students should be on campus by 12:30 PM. Students may wear
casual clothes.
Morning Returning students arrive. Information sessions for new students and parents.
Afternoon School Assembly for everyone.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 – MOUNTAIN DAY
Dress Down Day. Students wear their house t-shirts.
Morning Classes
Afternoon Mountain Hike (parents are encouraged to attend!)
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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9
Full day of classes (Regular Schedule, Day 1) & BCS Spirit Day. Students wear school colours: purple and white.
Show your purple pride!
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10
Orientation Camp
Morning Depart for Valcartier
Afternoon Camp activities
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 11
Orientation Camp
Morning Camp activities
Afternoon Return to BCS
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12
Full Day of Classes.
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WELCOME NEW BCS
PARENTS!
BCS EXTENDS A WARM WELCOME TO ALL FAMILIES.
Below are some great opportunities to meet other BCS parents during the first month of the 2022-2023 academic
year. Stay tuned for more ways to get involved and stay up to date on everything BCS!
We are looking forward to meeting you and helping greet you and your
families as you join the BCS community. You will find members of the
Advancement Office in our purple shirts throughout campus! Come and
Tuesday, September 6
say hello!
NEW STUDENT
ORIENTATION DAY Parents’ Meet & Greet
Location: Student Centre
Time: TBD
Parents’ Question & Answer (Q&A) Session
Wednesday, September 7
Location: Chapel
INFORMATION DAY Time: TBD
The school community will hike a local mountain. Parents are
encouraged to attend, so plan on joining the fun! Please note that
Thursday, September 8 students will be transported by bus, but parents must provide their
MOUNTAIN DAY own transportation.
Location: TBD
Our current parents are invited to join Head of School Michel Lafrance
Weekly calls for an informal and interactive get-together via Zoom every week.
FRIDAYS FROM MOULTON HILL
Location: Online
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CAMPUS MAP
IMPORTANT LOCATIONS HOUSES
1 Archery Range 7 Infirmary 13 Gillard House
2 BCS Foundation Squash Courts 8 Memorial Arena 14 Glass House
3 Business Office 9 R. Lewis Evans Memorial Theatre 15 Grier North and South Houses
4 Hartland Molson Hall Student 10 School House (admissions) 16 McNaughton House
Centre 11 St. Martin’s Chapel/Ross Hall 17 Mitchell Family House
5 H. Weir-Davis Memorial Dining Room 18 Smith House
Gymnasium 12 Tennis Court Complex 19 Williams House
6 Head’s House
Campus buildings
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Sherbrooke (5 km); US border (47.8 km)
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SEPTEMBER 2022
S M T W T F S
1 2 3
2022-2023 MAIN EVENTS 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
11 12 13 14 15 16 17
CALENDAR*
18 19 20 21 22 23 24
25 26 27 28 29 30
OCTOBER 2022
S M T W T S F
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2 3 4 5 6 7 8
*Please make all travel plans to coincide with these dates and times. This document was last updated on April 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
13, 2022. 16 17 18 19 20 21 22
23 24 25 26 27 28 29
30 31
NOVEMBER 2022
S M T W T F S
1 2 3 4 5
Sep. 6: New Student/Parent Orientation Day All new students and parents arrive. 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
13 14 15 16 17 18 19
Sep. 7: New Student/Parent Orientation continues Returning students to arrive in the morning.
20 21 22 23 24 25 26
Head of School’s Assembly for all students and parents in the afternoon. 27 28 29 30
Sep. 8: First Day of Classes & Mountain Day DECEMBER 2022
S M T W T F S
Sep. 10 - 11: Orientation Camp (NCOs depart Sep.9) 1 2 3
Oct. 7 - 10: Thanksgiving Break (Residences open) Students may leave as of 1:00 PM on Oct. 7. 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
11 12 13 14 15 16 17
Boarding students must arrive by 8:00 PM on Oct. 10. Classes resume Oct. 11.
18 19 20 21 22 23 24
Nov. 4 - 13: November Break (Residences closed) Students may leave as of 1:00 PM on Nov. 4. 25 26 27 28 29 30 31
Boarding students must arrive between 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM on Nov. 13. Classes resume Nov. 14. JANUARY 2023
S M T W T F S
Dec. 16: Winter Break begins (Residences closed) Students may leave as of 1:00 PM on Dec. 16.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Travel Day for International flights should be booked for evening of Dec. 16 or morning of Dec. 17. 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
Residences close at noon on Dec. 17. 15 16 17 18 19 20 21
22 23 24 25 26 27 28
Jan. 3: Winter Break ends Residences open at noon, boarding students must arrive by 8:00 PM. 29 30 31
Classes resume Jan. 4.
FEBRUARY 2023
Feb. 9 - 13: February Break (Residences closed) Students may leave as of 1:00 PM on Feb. 9. S M T W T F S
Boarding students must arrive between 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM on Feb. 13. Classes resume Feb. 14. 1 2 3 4
5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Mar. 24: Spring Break begins (Residences closed) Students may leave as of 1:00 PM on Mar. 24. 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
Travel Day for international flights should be booked for evening of Mar. 24 or morning of Mar. 25. 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
Residences close at noon on Mar. 25. 26 27 28
MARCH 2023
Apr. 9: Spring Break ends Residences open at noon, boarding students must arrive by 8:00 PM. S M T W T F S
Classes resume Apr. 10. 1 2 3 4
5 6 7 8 9 10 11
May 22: Compulsory Exams. Victoria Day will be celebrated on May 29.
12 13 14 15 16 17 18
May 26: Annual Cadet Review 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
26 27 28 29 30 31
May 26 - 29: May Break (Residences closed) Students may leave as of 4:00 PM on May 26. Boarding
APRIL 2023
students must arrive between 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM on May 29. Classes resume May 30.
S M T W T S F
Jun. 13: Athletic Awards Presentation 1
2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Jun. 14 - 15: Academic Awards Presentations 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Jun. 17: Graduation Ceremony at 1:00 PM. Students dismissed at 4:00 PM.* 16 17 18 19 20 21 22
23 24 25 26 27 28 29
Jun. 17: Graduation Dinner and Dance 30
MAY 2023
S M T W T F S
1 2 3 4 5 6
7 8 9 10 11 12 13
14 15 16 17 18 19 20
21 22 23 24 25 26 27
28 29 30 31
JUNE 2023
S M T W
T F S
1 2 3
4 5 6 7 8 9 10
*A compulsory Provincial Exam for Form V has been scheduled for June 19-22 (Dates to be 11 12 13 14 15 16 17
confirmed). Residences will be open for these students until the end of the exam. 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
25 26 27 28 29 30
92022-2023
COMPULSORY SCHOOL
EVENTS
The following are compulsory school events, in addition to the opening week schedule, that all students are required
to attend:
MOUNTAIN DAY Thursday, September 8
ORIENTATION CAMP Saturday & Sunday, September 10-11
TERRY FOX RUN Sunday, September 18
REMEMBRANCE DAY CHAPEL SERVICE Friday, November 4
WINTER CONCERT Saturday, December 3
A FESTIVAL OF NINE LESSONS AND CAROLS Thursday, December 15
WINTER CARNIVAL February (Exact dates to be confirmed)
SPRING CONCERT March (Exact date to be confirmed)
STOKER ARTS FESTIVAL Saturday, April 15
ANNUAL CADET REVIEW Friday, May 26
ROUND SQUARE ACTIVITY Friday, June 2
ATHLETIC AWARDS Tuesday, June 13
ACADEMIC AWARDS Wednesday & Thursday, June 14-15
GRADUATION CEREMONIES Saturday, June 17
QUEBEC MINISTRY OF EDUCATION EXAMS June 19-22 (Form V only, dates to be confirmed)
10TRANSPORTATION
FOR SCHOOL HOLIDAYS*
*Dates and times for BCS Transportation for School Holidays are subject to change.
BCS provides buses to and from the Montreal-Trudeau Airport (YUL), the Dorval Shopping Centre, and downtown
Montreal (Windsor Station) for school opening and all school holidays and breaks. Students will be charged per bus
trip, each way (approximately $60-$70).
Transportation information and sign-up forms for school opening days (Tuesday, September 6 & Wednesday,
September 7) are available on the BCS Portal. The bus schedule for the rest of the year is outlined below and
a reminder about the sign-up will be sent before each break. Please note: residences are closed as of the bus
departure time at the start of the break and reopen at 6:30 PM at the end of the break unless otherwise noted. At
the end of each break, students who are not using BCS transportation are expected to arrive to their residence by
8:00 PM.
The standard meeting place in the Montreal-Trudeau Airport (YUL) is in front of door 24 on the arrivals level. The
BCS airport coordinator will have a cell phone activated only on travel days that can be reached at 819-674-4717.
October 7, 2022 Departure from BCS
THANKSGIVING BREAK October 10, 2022 Returning to BCS
RESIDENCES REMAIN OPEN
November 4, 2022 Departure from BCS
NOVEMBER BREAK November 13, 2022 Returning to BCS
RESIDENCES CLOSED*
December 16, 2022 Departure from BCS
WINTER BREAK December 17, 2022 Departure from BCS
RESIDENCES CLOSED* January 3, 2023 Returning to BCS
February 9, 2023 Departure from BCS
FEBRUARY BREAK February 13, 2023 Returning to BCS
RESIDENCES CLOSED*
March 24, 2023 Departure from BCS
SPRING BREAK March 25, 2023 Departure from BCS
RESIDENCES CLOSED* April 9, 2023 Returning to BCS
May 26, 2023 Departure from BCS
MAY BREAK May 29, 2023 Returning to BCS
RESIDENCES CLOSED*
Prior to each BCS break you will receive reminders to reserve transportation and to provide student travel details.
For more information or to sign up for any of the BCS buses, please contact:
Mrs. Julie Lowry
Assistant Director of Student Life
819.566.0238 x210
819.674.4114 (cell)
jlowry@bishopscollegeschool.com
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LONG WEEKEND TRIPS*
*Trips are subject to change in accordance with Canadian government regulations.
BCS offers many trips that take They are open to all BCS students, cash, or cheque. They may not
place over long weekends. They though some trips have limited be charged to student accounts.
are designed to offer an alternative spots for participants. The cost All trips are based on a minimum
place to go when residences are of all trips covers transportation, number of participants. Less than
closed. The nature of the trips accommodation, food, supervision, the minimum requirement will result
ranges from primarily tourist, and admissions/entry fees. in the cancellation of the trip. Prices
to educational and adventure Students will be expected to cover quoted are approximate and may
weekends. Some of our trips are their personal expenses such change according to the number of
recognized and can be credited as souvenirs, shopping, etc. All participants. Complete itineraries
towards the Duke of Edinburgh activities are mandatory and school and trip contact details will be sent
(Duke of Ed) bronze, silver, and rules apply on all BCS trips. out to families of participants closer
gold expeditions. All trips are Participation in any trip is only to the trip dates.
chaperoned by BCS staff members guaranteed once the trip is paid
and are designed to be of interest in full. All trips must be paid in
to the BCS student population. advance by Visa, Mastercard,
Students will have the opportunity to remain on campus, while still
enjoying some planned activities that will expose them to the beautiful
ON-CAMPUS Eastern Townships. There will be a day trip to Montreal, as well as a visit
WEEKEND (CANADIAN to the spectacular Foresta Lumina. We have planned a weekend that has a
THANKSGIVING) good balance of activities, as well as time for rest and relaxation.
October 7-10, 2022
The cost of this weekend is $450 CAD. The registration deadline for this
weekend is September 26, 2022. Full payment is due at this time.
In November, BCS students will have the opportunity to visit Canada’s
largest city and one of the nation’s favorite tourist destinations. While in
Toronto, students will visit the CN Tower, Casa Loma, The Rogers Centre,
The Hockey Hall of Fame, the Toronto Zoo as well as numerous other
attractions. The group will be treated to a dinner and show at Medieval
TORONTO & NIAGARA FALLS Times and of course have lots of time to relax, shop and see the sites of
NOVEMBER 4-13, 2022 Toronto. They will also be going to visit the spectacular Niagara Falls, one
of Canada’s most popular tourist destinations. The group will get up close
with this national wonder on the “Journey Behind the Falls” activity as well
as time to experience the famous Clifton Hill area.
The cost of this trip is $2,250 CAD. The registration deadline for this trip is
October 11, 2022. Full payment is due at this time.
12This is a unique way to experience the Canadian winter while having the
adventure of a lifetime! Students will spend the weekend learning how
to work with the dog teams and drive their own sled, as well as build an
igloo, ice fish, snowshoe, horseback ride, and skate, all while learning
many winter survival skills. This trip qualifies for all levels of the Duke of
WINTER WILDERNESS TRIP -
Ed program.
DOGSLEDDING AND WINTER
CAMPING The cost of this trip is $1200 CAD*. The registration deadline for this trip is
February 9-13, 2023 December 1, 2022. Full payment is due at this time.
Please note there is a maximum of 20 spots for this particular trip. Spots
are only guaranteed once full payment is received. Students must be 14
years old to participate in this trip.
BCS is happy to offer a ski/snowboarding vacation in the Ste. Anne de
Beaupré and Quebec City area that will challenge all levels of skiers and
SKI & SNOWBOARDING IN snowboarders. Days will be spent skiing and snowboarding on Mont Ste.
QUEBEC CITY Anne and evenings relaxing in the chalet.
February 9-13, 2023
The cost of this trip is $1,250 CAD**. The registration deadline for this trip
is December 1, 2022. Full payment is due at this time.
BCS will visit Quebec’s capital, and one of the oldest cities in North
America. The group will get to visit many historical sites, such as the
Plains of Abraham, Vieux Quebec, and the stunning Chateau Frontenac.
They will also visit some of Quebec’s premier museums as well as the
QUEBEC CITY
famous Montmorency Falls. Of course there will be time for all the student
May 26-29, 2023 favourites: shopping, movies, bowling, and much more.
The cost of this trip is $1,250 CAD. The registration deadline for this trip is
April 21, 2023. Full payment is due at this time.
*Proper winter clothing is required.
**Rentals and lessons are available for an extra cost.
For more information or to sign up for any of the BCS School Trips, please contact:
Mrs. Julie Lowry
Assistant Director of Student Life
819.566.0238 x210
819.674.4114 (cell)
jlowry@bishopscollegeschool.com
13WEEKEND LEAVES AND
SPECIAL REQUESTS
LONG WEEKEND BREAKS WEEKEND LEAVES published dates in the Main Events
Well before the start of any BCS Students departing BCS for Calendar. All students must attend
break, please communicate with weekend/overnight leaves are not compulsory school events.
your child’s houseparent directly to permitted to stay in hotels unless Requests for a student to miss
provide them with the full details they are accompanied by their academic time must be made in
of your child’s break plans. If you parent. Any exceptions must be writing and sent to the Director of
child is going to be the guest at approved by the Associate Head of Academics, the Associate Head of
the home of another BCS student, School for Student Life. School for Student Life, and the
permission must be granted from student’s houseparent at least two
the host family as well. EARLY DEPARTURES AND weeks in advance.
The following information is LATE ARRIVALS/RETURNS
required for all students: The academic success of our Please review the Student
• Where your child will be staying; students is of great importance, Handbook (most up to date version
• The name and contact details of therefore missing any academic can be found under “Quick Links”
the adult caring for your child; and time is strongly discouraged. on the Student Life page) for more
• The transportation required to Families are requested to make information.
and from the destination. every effort to adhere to the
For more details regarding leaves, early departures, and late arrivals, please contact:
Mr. Christopher Merritt
(Incoming) Director of Student Life (starting August 2022)
819.566.0238 x295
cmerritt@bishopscollegeschool.com
Marie-France Labelle
Director of Academics
819.566.0238 x252
mlabelle@bishopscollegeschool.com
14WHAT TO BRING TO BCS
CASUAL WEAR
Students dress casually when relaxing after classes, at evening meals, and on weekends. As students spend a
considerable amount of time in casual clothing, they should bring an adequate supply of clothes. However, please
keep in mind that closet space is limited.
SUGGESTED ITEMS: OTHER ITEMS
CLOTHING • Hangers
• Casual tops (shirts/blouses/sweaters)* • Lock for lockbox/closet*
• Formal wear (dress/skirt or shirt/tie)** • Small room fan
• Dress shoes • Casual shoes
• T-shirts and shorts* • Outdoor athletic shoes
• Heavy sweater • Indoor athletic shoes with non-marking soles
• Jeans and casual pants • Bath/hand towels and facecloths*
• Bathing suit • Toiletry and cosmetic articles*
• Pyjamas • Backpack/school bag*
• Sweatpants and sweatshirts* • 110 volt electrical plugs/convertor/adaptor*
• Casual and athletic socks* • Helmet for recreational activities
• Winter jacket*, boots, mitts*, gloves*, and hats* • Water bottle for daily use*
• Windbreaker or rain jacket*
• Purple items for Spirit Days!* *These items are available for purchase at BCS.
• Orange shirt, pink shirt* **For dances, banquets, etc. BCS uniform may also be
• Costumes for Halloween and Comic Con (optional) worn.
BED LINENS
BCS supplies sheets, a blanket, a pillow, and a pillow case. However, students may bring their own if they wish. Some
students like to bring a padded foam mattress cover and a duvet/comforter. Beds are twin-size. The BCS Supply
Shop has a “boarding package” available for purchase which contains sheets, towels, and other essentials. Please
contact store@bishopscollegeschool.com to reserve yours or to learn more.
SPORTS DRESS
Worn at daily practices (crease).
• Athletic clothing is available at the BCS Supply Shop.
• T-shirt and shorts for Physical Education class—Forms II-V (Gr. 7-10)—must be purchased at the Supply Shop.
• School teams: In most cases, students will be provided with the appropriate team uniform. Students wishing to
play tennis in the spring should have their own white attire.
• Helmets are compulsory for all students while riding bikes, in-line skating, ice skating, alpine skiing, and
snowboarding.
LAUNDRY SERVICE
Laundry is done weekly. Please make sure that all casual clothes/linens are clearly marked with the student’s name
using sewn-on labels.
FORGOT SOMETHING?
Don’t worry! On weekends, we organize trips to the nearby Carrefour de l’Estrie shopping mall, Walmart, pharmacies,
and grocery stores for students to buy missing items.
MOBILE PHONE PROVIDERS
Kiosks for these providers can be found at the Carrefour de l’Estrie.
• Bell • Rogers • Fido
• Videotron • Telus • Koodo
15WHAT NOT TO BRING
TO BCS
BCS provides students with the necessary items needed on a daily basis (including kitchen appliances in the
residences). Please do not bring the following items to BCS:
• Cooking appliances, i.e.: kettles, • Matches or lighters • Wireless Access Points (i.e. 3G/4G
hot plates, rice cookers, etc. • Televisions external Internet dongles)
• Mini-refrigerators • Computer monitors larger than • Air conditioners
• Heaters (including space heaters 24” • Holiday/decorative lights
or heat lamps) • Printers • Furniture/mattresses
• Candles, incense, oil burners, or • Desktop computers • Hover boards
anything with an open flame • Expensive jewellery/watches
PACKING FOR
ORIENTATION CAMP
Orientation Camp is a fun activity for the whole school that will take place the weekend of September 10 & 11,
2022. The camp is held at Camp Valcartier and most activities take place outside, rain or shine.
WHAT TO BRING:
• Complete change of warm clothing (sweater, long pants, long sleeve shirt, pyjamas, etc.)
• Change of socks and underwear (2-3 pairs)
• Running shoes
• Flip flops (for shower only)
• Hiking shoes or other sturdy outdoor shoes
• Rain/windproof jacket
• Hat
• Toiletries, including a towel
• Backpack or sports bag to carry your belongings (no suitcase)
Pack your clothing in a plastic bag before putting it in your backpack or sports bag in case of rain. Your houseparent
will be able to provide you with a plastic bag.
WHAT NOT TO BRING:
• Camisoles or tank tops
• Short shorts
• Food
• Speakers (or any portable music device)
• Phones may be used to take photos ONLY
16TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM
Bishop’s College School (BCS) believes over recreational use. will be confiscated and kept for the
that technology, when used in a The use of technology during duration of their time at the school,
responsible, efficient, ethical, and school hours and study times is left and some privileges may be revoked.
legal manner, offers valuable, diverse, at the discretion of the teacher or
and unique resources to students. person on duty during Prep time. 4. PERSONAL FILES AND
Above all, we are committed Students will be held accountable SCHOOL DOCUMENTS
to using technology to support should any use that is considered Students are responsible for backing
educational excellence and learning. inappropriate occur during class or up important school work and other
It is understood that students will study times and may be subject to personal files. This can be achieved
use technology in a mature and disciplinary action. through a student’s Google School
professional manner in accordance Account subscription that comes
with our acceptable use policy. 3. BYOD AND OTHER with unlimited cloud storage and is
PERSONAL MOBILE DEVICES provided by the school. Documents
1. BYOD (BRING YOUR OWN BYOD laptops and personal devices can also be backed up onto external
DEVICE) PROGRAM such as smartphones, iPads, media such as USB sticks, external
It is the responsibility of the student Playbooks, Slate Tablets, Kobos, hard drives, etc. Please note BCS does
to arrive in September with a laptop Kindles, and other e-Readers are not provide such devices. Loss of files
that meets the requirements as allowed to connect to the BCS Wi-Fi in case of computer failure will not
outlined in the table below. Students network but are subject to different excuse students from any academic
will continue to receive full support access times depending on the responsibilities.
from the IT Department and will be student’s grade level.
issued a temporary unit should their It is the responsibility of the
personal laptop need repairs. IMPORTANT: Personal routers and parent/student to ensure that the
any type of network equipment below requirements are met to ensure
2. ACADEMIC USE FIRST or external Internet sticks are not compatibility and integration with the
Academic use of laptops and the allowed on campus. Such equipment school’s network and external service
Internet must always take priority found in a student’s possession providers.
REQUIREMENTS WINDOWS LAPTOP APPLE LAPTOP
Operating system Windows 10 (32 or 64-bit) macOS 11 Big Sur or later
English version 1809 or later
Windows 11 (64-bit) English version
Browser Google Chrome with the latest updates
Screen size 13” to 15” inch recommended
Resolution 1280 x 768 pixels + 1280 x 800 pixels +
CPU 1.6 GHz or faster, 2-core processor or higher Intel or Apple processor
Collaboration Operational webcam and microphone
Memory 8 GB +
Storage 256 GB + (SSD or HD)
Wi-Fi Required 802.11N/AC
Battery autonomy 45Wh + (at least 7 hours)
OS Protection Latest updates of Windows 10, 11, and Defender Latest updates of macOS
Warranty coverage Valid North American Warranty is required
17ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY to music, and watching videos for • Attempting to bypass BCS security
• The BCS Network/Internet access which they have a legal right to do and web filtering control. (i.e.: the
made available to students is so. use of Proxies/VPN tunnels is
provided for legal, positive, and prohibited and restricted).
constructive usage consistent with INAPPROPRIATE USES • Using Internet media (email,
the academic goals and objectives (INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT chat rooms, forums, blogs, social
of BCS. Misuse of technology will be LIMITED TO) media, etc.) for the propagation of
addressed in the same manner as Students will face disciplinary defamatory or offensive material,
other conduct infractions. action, which may include device including comments against
• Students are expected to come confiscation, if found in violation of the school or anyone directly or
to class with their primary BYOD any of the following: indirectly associated with it.
laptop. The use of any other device • Using the Network/Internet for any • Owning, sharing, or storing
during class is left at the discretion illegal activity or commercial gain. inappropriate electronic material
of the teacher. • Running any Server Operating like movies, games, pornography,
• It is the responsibility of the System, regardless of platform (i.e.: offensive depictions, racist
student to make sure that their Windows Server, MacOS Server, materials, and violence inciting
BYOD laptop is fully charged when Linux) without written consent from materials.
they leave their house/residence in the administrator.
the morning. Chargers are to be left • Hacking utilities that may Please take note of the following:
in residence. compromise BCS network security PC laptops with the Windows 7
• Students must use appropriate such as port scanners, key loggers, operating system won’t be able
language in all communications: password crackers, network to access the school’s wireless
email, social media, and online. administration tools, sniffers, network provided to students. Apple
• Network/Internet access will be tracers, protocol analyzers, laptops with an operating system
monitored for compliance. etc. System hackers will not be of 11 Big Sur or older won’t be able
• Each student has an individual tolerated. to use Microsoft Office 365 which
network and Office 365 • Virus propagation or deliberate is the productivity suite provided
account and assumes complete destruction of data, software, or to students. Students with Apple
responsibility for it. Access to these hardware. laptops in Grades 11 & 12/Forms
accounts is confidential and must • Academic Environment: Any non- VI & VII will need a USB adaptor for
not be shared with others. school-related bandwidth-intensive connectors in sciences courses.
• Wallpapers and screensavers must activities, such as streaming or
display appropriate material on any downloading huge amounts of data, For more information please contact:
personal device. which slows down and hinders the
• Copyrighted Software and Digital academic use of the network, are IT Help Desk
Media: all laptops and other prohibited during the school day 819.566.0238 x286
personal devices on campus and study times. BCS reserves the ITHelpDesk@bishopscollegeschool.
must be free of pirated software. right to restrict or deny access to com
Students should only be playing the Network/Internet.
games, using software, listening
182022-2023 SCHOOL YEAR
DAILY SCHEDULE
REGULAR SCHEDULE
JUNIOR & SENIOR Breakfast 7:45 - 8:20 AM
Junior grades are grades 7-10 (Forms II-V) and Senior are
grades 11-12 (Forms VI and VII). Chapel or 8:25 - 8:50 AM
CREASE Advisors
Time dedicated to sports. These times vary depending on
Period 1 8:55 - 9:50 AM
the sport, season, or activity.
PREP Period 2 9:55 - 10:50 AM
Time dedicated to supervised homework. Students may
do their school work in their boarding house, in School Break 10:50 - 11:10 AM
House, the library, or the Enrichment Centre (where
tutoring is available). Period 3 Junior (II-V) 11:10 AM - 11:55 PM
Senior (VI-VII) 11:10 AM - 12:25 PM
CHAPEL
Morning assembly for all students on Mondays, Lunch Junior (II-V) 11:55 - 12:30 PM
Wednesdays, and Fridays held in the chapel. Senior (VI-VII) 12:30 - 1:10 PM
ADVISORS
Period 4 1:15 - 2:10 PM
Students are paired with an Advisor (faculty or staff), who
will advocate for and support them throughout the year.
Period 5 2:15 - 3:10 PM
They meet in small groups on Thursday mornings.
FLEX SCHEDULE Crease or 3:30 - 4:30 PM
Half day of classes to accommodate special events Cadets
(sports tournaments or activities).
Dinner 5:00 - 6:30 PM
FLEX SCHEDULE
Prep time 7:30 - 9:15 PM
Breakfast 7:30 - 8:10 AM
Chapel or 8:15 - 8:35 AM
Advisors
Period 1 8:40 - 9:20 AM
Period 2 9:25 - 10:05 AM
Period 3 10:05 - 10:45 AM
Break 10:45 - 11:05 AM
Period 4 11:05 - 11:45 AM
Period 5 Junior (II-V) 11:45 AM - 12:25 PM
Senior (VI-VII) 11:45 AM - 12:40 PM
Lunch Junior (II-V) PM
Senior (VI-VII) PM
Crease Timings to be published by Athletics.
Dinner 5:30 - 6:30 PM
Prep 7:30 - 9:15 PM
19ACADEMIC COURSE
SELECTIONS
FORMS II AND III (GRADES 7 & 8)
All course placements for Forms II & III (Grade 7 & 8) are done by the Academic Department.
FORMS IV AND V (GRADES 9 & 10)
Registration for Form IV & V (Grade 9 & 10) courses are completed through the links below. If you need assistance or
have questions about course registration, please contact Mr. Scott Manning, Middle School Academic Coordinator:
smanning@bishopscollegeschool.com.
• Form IV/Grade 9 Course Selection
• Form V/Grade 10 Course Selection
FORMS VI & VII (GRADES 11 & 12)
Registration for Form VI & VII (Grade 11 & 12) courses are completed with the assistance of our Senior School
Academic Coordinator, Ms. Amber Rommens. If your child is in enrolled in Form VI or Form VII and you have not been in
contact with Ms. Rommens, please contact her: arommens@bishopscollegeschool.com.
Please review the Academic Handbook (most up to date version can be found under “Quick Links” on the Academic
page) for more information and course descriptions. For more information please contact:
Marie-France Labelle
Director of Academics
mlabelle@bishopscollegeschool.com
Amber Rommens
Senior School Academic Coordinator
arommens@bishopscollegeschool.com
Scott Manning
Middle School Academic Coordinator
smanning@bishopscollegeschool.com
20UNIFORM
All BCS students take pride in black shorties tongue piercings, and other facial
their uniform. The staff in our • Beige dress pants with belt piercings are not allowed while in
Supply Shop is ready to welcome • Grey pants with black belt school uniform. Tattoos or body
new students to assist with their • White or blue button down oxford modifications should not be visible.
uniform fittings. shirt
• Crested BCS sweater Please review the Uniforms page for
UNIFORM CODE • BCS tie more information.
Number One Uniform is worn every • Black tights or navy blue knee
Monday and at any time when socks Please contact our supply shop
representing the school or on • Black dress socks staff to schedule your uniform
special occasions. Number Two • Black Doc Martens fitting appointment:
Uniform is worn Tuesday to Friday • School Shorts (grey)
unless otherwise indicated. Supply Shop
A crested navy blue polo shirt may 819.566.0238 x240
Number One Uniform (Mondays, be worn as part of ‘summer dress’ store@bishopscollegeschool.com
and other special occasions) (from September to the November
• Navy crested BCS blazer Break, and again from after March
• White button down oxford shirt Break until June). No vest or
and BCS tie sweater is to be worn over the polo
• Black Watch tartan kilt with black shirt. In the winter, students may
shorties wear a crested BCS sweater under
• Grey flannel trousers with a black their crested BCS blazer as part of
belt their uniform.
• Black tights/navy blue knee Kilts must be worn no shorter
socks or black dress socks than two inches above the top of
• Black Doc Martens the knee. All students are expected
to be neat and well-groomed at
Number Two Uniform (Tuesday- all times, whether at school or
Friday) off campus representing BCS.
• Navy tunic with sash with black Jewellery and hairstyles should
shorties be modest. Boys are required to
• Beige skirt or grey ‘skort’ with be clean-shaven. Nose piercings,
21UNIFORM LIST 2022-2023
This is a uniform guide providing the minimum quantities for each item.
DESCRIPTION COLOUR SUGGESTED UNIT PRICE (MARCH, 2022)
QUANTITY
Blazer Navy 1 $175.00
Dress Pants Grey 2 $52.00
Cotton Pants Khaki 2 $52.00
Slim Fit Pant Grey or Khaki Optional $52.00
Long Sleeve Shirt White or Blue Total of 5 between the two $37.00
types of shirts.
Short Sleeve Shirt White or Blue Total of 5 between the two $35.00
types of shirts.
Dress Socks Black 6 $7.00
Belt Black 1 $30.00
Kilt Tartan 1 or 2 $79.00
Blazer Navy 1 $175.00
Tunic Navy Optional $69.00
Cotton Skirt Khaki Optional $56.00
Skort Grey Optional $56.00
Boxers/Shorties Navy 2 $15.00
Long Sleeve Blouse White or Blue Total of 5 between the two $37.00
types of shirts.
Short Sleeve Blouse White or Blue Total of 5 between the two $35.00
types of shirts.
Tights Black 0-2 $13.00
Knee Socks Navy 6 $7.00
22ADDITIONAL ITEMS
DESCRIPTION COLOUR SUGGESTED UNIT PRICE (MARCH, 2022)
QUANTITY
Crested Vest Navy 1 $49.00
V-Neck Sweater Navy 1 $61.00
Cardigan Navy Optional $75.00
School Shoes Black 1 $180.00
Long Sleeve Polo Shirt Navy 2 $40.00
Short Sleeve Polo Shirt Navy 2 $37.00
Tie School 1 $18.00
Tie New Student 1 $20.00
T-Shirt (Phys. Ed) Black 1 $25.00
Shorts (Phys. Ed) Purple 1 $29.00
Sweatshirt (Hoodie) Varies Optional $55.00
Sweatpants Varies Optional $55.00
Tracksuit Purple & White Optional $100.00
NEARLY NEW CLOTHING (NOT AVAILABLE UNTIL AUGUST)
DESCRIPTION COLOUR MINIMUM UNIT PRICE (MARCH, 2022)
QUANTITY
Blazer Navy Optional $65.00
Dress Pants Grey Optional $25.00
Cotton Pants Khaki Optional $25.00
Cotton Skirt Khaki Optional $25.00
Kilt Plaid Optional $45.00
Skort Grey Optional $25.00
Dress Slacks Grey Optional $20.00
Shirt or Blouse White or Blue Optional $12.00
Sashes $5.00
23NEARLY NEW CLOTHING (NOT AVAILABLE UNTIL AUGUST)
DESCRIPTION COLOUR MINIMUM UNIT PRICE (MARCH, 2022)
QUANTITY
Summer Shirts (Polos) Navy Optional $17.00
Tie (Striped or Solid) Striped or Solid Optional $10.00
Tunic Navy Optional $40.00
Cardigan Navy Optional $35.00
V-Neck Sweater Navy Optional $30.00
Vest Navy Optional $25.00
Phys. Ed Shorts Purple Optional $8.00
Phys. Ed T-Shirts Black Optional $8.00
Sweatpants Varies Optional $20.00
Sweatshirt (Hoodie) Varies Optional $21.00
Track Suit Jacket Purple & White Optional $25.00
Track Suit Pants Purple & White Optional $20.00
Track Suit Purple & White Optional $45.00
24SCHOOL SUPPLY LISTS
All basic supplies will be available at the BCS Supply Shop. Unless otherwise indicated, feel free to purchase them
outside the school.
FORM II (GR. 7) BASIC SUPPLIES:
• One (1) 3” binder • Erasers • Highlighters
• Two (2) 2” binders • One (1) long ruler • Coloured pencils
• Loose leaf paper (1 package) • Five (5) Exercise books (32 page) • Three (3) packages of dividers
• Pencil case • Scissors • Correction tape (or fluid)
• Pencils (HB) • Glue Stick • Geometry Set
• Pens (1 blue and 1 red) • Small pencil sharpener
Package available at the BCS Supply Shop (includes all items above): $95.00
FORMS III–VII (GR. 8-12) BASIC SUPPLIES:
• Two (2) 2” binders • Erasers • Small pencil sharpener
• Loose leaf paper (1 package) • One (1) long ruler • Highlighters
• Graph paper • Duo-tangs • Coloured pencils
• Pencil case • Five (5) Exercise books (32 page) • Two (2) packages of dividers
• Pencils (HB) • Scissors • Correction tape (or fluid)
• Pens (1 blue and 1 red) • Glue Stick • Geometry Set
Package available at the BCS Supply Shop (includes all items above): $105.00
CALCULATORS
Available at the BCS Supply Shop:
• Forms II, III, IV: basic scientific calculator (i.e. Casio FX-300ES)
• Forms V: TI84 (not mandatory, strongly recommended)
• Forms VI & VII: TI 84 plus CE or TI NSpire for high level mathematics (mandatory)
PHYSICAL EDUCATION: FORMS II-V (GR. 7-10)
• Two (2) pairs of running shoes [one (1) for indoor use and one (1) for outdoor use].
25BCS MEDIA
#BCS1836
Whether you’re near or far, it’s easy to stay on top of the latest news from BCS.
SOCIAL MEDIA LINKEDIN WEBSITE
FACEBOOK Follow our page to see news from PHOTO OF THE DAY
The entire BCS community is very our large family of alumni, staff, and A daily snapshot of life at BCS is
active on Facebook. We post several faculty. We love seeing our current shared every school day during the
updates every week and love to see students and alumni active and year and on a weekly basis in the
comments from parents, teachers, making new connections! summer. bishopscollegeschool.
students, and alumni too. Join us by com/about-us/bcs1836/photo-of-
liking the BCS page: facebook.com/ BCS FLICKR the-day
BCS1836. We post new pictures of school
events, athletics activities, and LIVESTREAMING
INSTAGRAM daily life at BCS all the time. A From chapel presentations to
Students, teachers, and staff private link is sent out via our hockey games in the arena, never
frequently contribute photos for monthly digital newsletter, BCS miss a special event with our
our BCS profile. Look out for special Broadcast. GameOn Livestreaming. You can
behind-the-scenes footage from our watch games in the arena or the
events on our stories. The images PUBLICATIONS gym or tune into our morning chapel
can be viewed on the app or online: THE BULLETIN assembly live or on demand.
instagram.com/BCS1836. The BCS Bulletin is a bi-annual bcs.gameonstream.com
school magazine featuring alumni
TWITTER spotlights, class notes, alumni GROUPS ON PORTAL
We tweet about student success, community events, and more. Read You’ll find the Main Events Calendar,
special events, and exciting our latest edition here: information about the BCS Safe
news. Follow our main account (@ bishopscollegeschool.com/ App, weekend activities, the class
BCS1836) and our athletics account publications. schedule, the link to our Flickr
(@BCS_Bears). account, and more on the Parent
BCS BROADCAST and Student Resource Boards
YOUTUBE We send out a monthly digital located on the BCS Portal.
Follow our YouTube channel for newsletter with links to recent
the latest in video from BCS! We articles and upcoming events. Look #BCS1836
regularly post student chapel for it in your inbox once school Check out the BCS Media page of
performances. youtube.com/ starts! our website to keep up to date with
BCSToday the latest news around campus at
bishopscollegeschool.com/about-
us/bcs1836.
26ROUND SQUARE
Round Square (RS) is a world-wide CONFERENCES
association of 230 schools on • Sept. 19-25, 2022: Round Square For more information, please
five continents sharing unique International Conference in the contact:
and ambitious goals. Students United Kingdom
attending Round Square schools • TBD 2022: Junior Regional Round Mrs. Shelley Gardner-Bray
make a strong commitment, beyond Square Conference Round Square Coordinator
academic excellence, to personal • TBD 2022: Senior Regional Round 819.566.0238 x213
development and responsibility. Square Conference sbray@bishopscollegeschool.com
BCS has been a member for over 35
years. SERVICE PROJECTS
The program provides • Round Square Service Projects
opportunities for students that go are open to senior students (16
well beyond the classroom, such years old and above) and two
as: student exchanges, community students per school are accepted
service projects, junior/senior per location. Please refer to the
conferences (taking place either Round Square website about
domestically or internationally), and these projects to make an
gap year opportunities for students informed decision. BCS also has a
who have graduated. There are Senegal Service Project scheduled
also many Round Square school for Spring Break 2023 TBD.
activities and cultural events at
BCS. This past year we had close
EXCHANGES/GAP YEAR
to 30 students join the BCS RS
• This is an on-going process and
Committee!
can be discussed during the
The following is the Round
school year.
Square itinerary for the 2022-
2023 academic year. There will
Further details about RS are
be an information session at the
available online at roundsquare.org.
beginning of the school year and
follow-ups throughout the year.
27QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
BCS PORTAL ACCESS AND GENERAL enrolment@bishopscollegeschool.com
INQUIRIES 819.566.0227
UNIFORM FITTING APPOINTMENTS, SCHOOL BCS Supply Shop
SUPPLIES, MAIL, AND DELIVERIES 819.566.0238 x240
store@bishopscollegeschool.com
TRAVEL, TRANSPORTATION, WEEKEND TRIPS, Julie Lowry
AND PACKING Assistant Director of Student Life
819.566.0238 x210
819.674.4114 (cell)
jlowry@bishopscollegeschool.com
ACADEMICS, COURSES SELECTIONS, AND Amber Rommens
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB) Senior School Academic Coordinator
PROGRAM (GRADES 11 - 12/FORMS VI - VII) arommens@bishopscollegeschool.com
Scott Manning
ACADEMICS AND COURSE SELECTIONS
Middle School Academic Coordinator
(GRADES 7 – 10/FORMS II – V)
smanning@bishopscollegeschool.com
ACADEMICS AND COURSES SELECTIONS Marie-France Labelle
(GRADES 7 - 10/FORMS II - V) Director of Academics
819.566.0238 x 252
mlabelle@bishopscollegeschool.com
STUDENT LIFE Mr. Christopher Merritt
(Incoming) Director of Student Life (starting August 2022)
819.566.0238 x295
cmerritt@bishopscollegeschool.com
TECHNOLOGY IT Help Desk
819.566.0238 x286
ithelpdesk@bishopscollegeschool.com
MEDICAL FORMS, VACCINATION RECORDS, nurses@bishopscollegeschool.com
INSURANCE, AND HEALTH QUESTIONS 819.566.0238 x233
STUDENT HANDBOOK (most up to date version can be found under “Quick Links” on the Student Life page)
ACADEMIC HANDBOOK (most up to date version can be found under “Quick Links” on the Academics page)
FINANCIAL HANDBOOK (most up to date version can be found under “Important Documents” on the Resources for New Families page)
28Questions?
If you have any questions or concerns, don’t hestitate to reach out:
enrolment@bishopscollegeschool.com.
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