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Canterbury School Expands Campus with New Property Acquisition, Thanks to Generous Anonymous Gift
Canterbury School will be expanding its campus footprint after a recent property acquisition made possible by the generosity of an anonymous Canterbury family. The newly acquired land and home, located adjacent to Canterbury’s current campus, 4401 N. Church St., includes approximately .8 acres. Canterbury’s acquisition provides an exciting opportunity to increase the campus footprint.
As part of Canterbury’s strategic vision, this expansion will support future generations of students and faculty, ensuring a vibrant, innovative, and inclusive education experience. This acquisition also comes at a pivotal moment for the school, serving as a tremendous kickstart to Canterbury’s Legacy Campaign. The expansion aligns perfectly with the school’s vision of growth and investment in its future.
“We are deeply grateful to the Canterbury family, who wishes to remain anonymous, for their incredibly generous gift,” said Harrison Stuart, Head of School. “This meaningful investment unlocks exciting potential for Canterbury’s campus and also plays a pivotal role in advancing our Legacy Campaign. This campaign is dedicated to ensuring the school’s growth, financial sustainability, and continued academic excellence. This gift enables us to further preserve and protect Canterbury’s campus for current and future generations to come.”
The Legacy Campaign seeks to secure Canterbury’s future by investing in top-notch faculty, hiring and retention, and unrestricted endowment. The generous donation from this anonymous family demonstrates their deep commitment to Canterbury’s mission and their confidence in its future.
Canterbury School to Host 2nd Annual Community Fair for Youth Organizations October 23
Canterbury School is thrilled to announce the 2nd Annual Canterbury Community Fair, an exciting event dedicated to supporting local youth organizations. Scheduled for Tuesday, October 23, from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. in Berry Hall, the fair will provide a platform for community groups to share their missions and showcase ways they are enriching the lives of young people in our area.
This event invites local youth organizations to engage with families and students, offering insight into how the community can get involved and support their work. From sports and arts to empowerment programs, the fair is an opportunity to connect and collaborate for a brighter future for our youth.
Participating organizations include:
- Miriam P. Brenner Children’s Museum
- Community Theatre of Greensboro
Do you know of an area youth group that would like to participate? We would love to hear from them! Contact Sarah Healy, Director of Strategic Marketing and Communications, to receive registration details and further information about how to get involved.
Join us in celebrating the organizations making a positive difference in the lives of our children. The Canterbury Community Fair is free and open to the public.
Canterbury School Launches Relief Effort for Hurricane Helene Victims
In the wake of the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene, Canterbury School is stepping up to support those impacted in Western Carolina. As a community rooted in compassion and service, Canterbury is organizing a relief effort to provide essential supplies and donations to aid in recovery efforts.
Canterbury School is directing online donations to two key organizations that are actively providing critical aid: the Episcopal Relief and Development Fund and the North Carolina Disaster Relief Fund. These organizations are delivering much-needed support to the victims, and contributions from the Canterbury community will make a meaningful impact on the ongoing recovery efforts.
In addition to monetary donations, Canterbury is collecting essential supplies for direct delivery to the Fire Departments of Ashe County, where local residents are in desperate need. The supplies will be delivered by a truck organized by First-grade teacher Michelle Lee’s father who is working closely with families in Ashe County.
Items in high demand include:
- Diapers
- Formula
- Wipes
- Paper Towels
- Toilet Paper
- Feminine Products
- Dog Food
- Cat Litter
- Cat Food
- Blankets
- Flashlights
- Batteries
To facilitate donations, collection boxes are located in the lobbies of Fry Hall, Brown Hall, Berry Hall, and Armfield now through the end of the day on Friday, October 4. Donations can be dropped off in these locations or during Lower and Middle School afternoon carpool on Friday, October 4, where Canterbury Parents’ Association (CPA) members will be collecting items directly from vehicles.
Canterbury School Hosts High
Canterbury School will host a High School Fair from 6 - 7:30 pm on Monday, September 30, in Berry Hall located on the Canterbury campus, 5400 Old Lake Jeanette Rd. This free event will provide students and their families with a comprehensive overview of high school options. Students from all area middle schools are invited to attend. Representatives from 33 schools, both locally and across the country, will be in attendance with information and displays so prospective students can learn more about their options. For additional information, contact Middle School Director Kathy Durham at durhamk@canterburygso.org.
Here is the list of participating schools in alphabetical order:
1. Asheville School
2. Baylor School
3. Bishop McGuinness
4. Chatham Hall
5. Christ School
6. Christchurch School
7. Colorado Rocky Mountain School
8. Early College at Guilford
9. Episcopal High School
10. Foxcroft School
11. Georgetown Prep
12. Greensboro Day School
13. Grimsley High School including the IB program
14. Kent School
15. McCallie
16. Miller School of Albemarle
17. New Garden Friends High School
18. Noble Academy
19. Page High School including the IB program
20. Piedmont Classical High School
21. Portsmouth Abbey School
22. Salem Academy
23. Saint James’ School
24. Saint Margaret’s School
25. Saint Mary’s School
26. St. Andrew’s School
27. St. Andrew’s Sewanee
28. Stuart Hall
29. The Madeira School
30. Virginia Episcopal School (VES)
31. Weaver Academy
32. Wesleyan Christian Academy
33. Woodberry Forest
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