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Boarding Means "Living With My Friends"
Inside Havergal College
Of her favourite things about boarding, "one of the best is living with my friends," says Caitlin, 16. The experience at Toronto's Havergal College has changed her.
"At first I was really homesick, but now I'm so glad with my decision. I've learned about myself. I've grown as a person; I'm more independent and outgoing. I've learned to take risks."
She recently returned from a six-week exchange to Tasmania, and next year she'll be a junior don in residence--a leadership role in the dorm that is home to girls from Germany, Russia, Korea, Hong Kong, Isle of Man, Mexico, Spain and Quebec. Caitlin is looking forward to helping them adjust as well as she has. It helps, she says, that there is so much to do.
Tennis courts, an indoor swimming pool and a new fitness centre make evening and weekends fun. "Whatever interests you, you can do. I'm so glad I came here."
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