Quick Facts about Winslow
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ABOUT
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There are six houses at SMUS: three boys houses and three girls houses. You will become a member of one of the houses when you start your journey at SMUS.
Winslow is one the girls' houses. It will be your place of residence and your loving, supportive community throughout your time here.
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House Color: House Mascot: Brother House:
Pink Panther Barnacle
Each house is named after a famous figure in the history of the school.
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Who was Winslow?
F.E. Winslow is the only person of whom a house is named that was not a headmaster or founder. He was, however, a great friend of the school, and as chair of the board helped steer University School through difficult times during the 1930s financial crisis (he retired from the position of chair in 1958!). A direct descendant of one of the Mayflower passengers, sadly his own son Frederick - a school alumnus - was killed in a training accident during the Second World War.
Winslow House
Our House:
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Our House Parents:
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You will live down the hall from adults at SMUS called houseparents. The Senior and Assistant Senior Houseparents live in their own apartments connected to each boarding house.
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Almost all houseparents are members of staff, providing continuity between your life in and out of the classroom. At SMUS, being a houseparent is a chosen role. This means it is not an obligation to them but something they enjoy doing.
Mrs. Jones
Mrs. Jones and her husband Peter live on the third floor of Winslow House. It is Mrs. Jone's 7th year in boarding. When she is not enjoying her time with the wonderful girls of Winslow, she can be found teaching yoga, AP Psychology, Criminology and Modern Studies and going for runs.
Ms. Williams
Ms. Williams is entering her 10th year in boarding, and has been teaching at SMUS for 27 years. As well as being a Winslow house parent she is also the school's Head of Music, teaching the Senior School Orchestral Strings Program and is the director of the SMUS Vocal Jazz Ensemble.
When not teaching and house parenting she likes to go adventuring in her 1991 camper van "Baxter" with her best friend and sidekick Jizo (her 14 year old husky/mamamute cross).
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She is also very active in Victoria's musical theatre community, music directing and/or performing in shows around town. Her son, Brin, is a touring musician, and whenever possible she can be found groovin' to the music at his concerts.
Ms. Martin
It is Ms Martin’s 4th year as a houseparent in Winlsow house. Originally from Drumheller, Alberta she moved to Victoria in 2009 to complete her Social Work degree at UVic. Before coming to SMUS she spent 2 years in Wuhan, China teaching English and travelling around Asia. Currently, she works at a local non-profit organization as a sexual health educator. She lives next door to SMUS with her husband Mr Baer (a houseparent in Bolton) and their rambunctious 1 year old Coralynn. She loves being outdoors, yoga, reading, running, game nights and is currently working to improve her chess skills.
Ms. Clarke
Ms. Clarke is a new Junior House Parent in Winslow. Ms. Clarke also works at Royal Roads University in Student Success & Engagement, supporting students with their transition to and engagement in university. Before this, Ms. Clarke worked at the University of Victoria in Recruitment and Admissions. She's very familiar with academic planning and the transition to university and loves to chat with the Winslow girls when they have questions or want to talk about their future plans.
Ms. Clarke is a very active person who loves to spend time outdoors, she's always excited about any adventure that involves being active and outside! . She enjoys running, hiking, biking and practicing yoga. Currently Ms. Clarke is learning how to surf, rock climb and mountain bike.
Ms. Clarke is a positive person, who tries to look at the 'lighter side' of any moment, whether it's a difficult circumstance or a regular day-to-day situation. When anyone is having a bad day or just wants to be cheered up, she's always eager to try to bring a smile to their face.
Ms. Clarke is looking forward tp support the growth and development of inspiring young women and future world-changers that live in the Winslow house.
Ms. Rosts
Ms. Rosts is a Learning Resource teacher at the Senior School, who is currently on maternity leave with her daughter. In her spare time, Ms. Rosts enjoys exercising, photography, and being with family and friends. Ms. Rosts loves living in Winslow House and spending time with all of the amazing Winslow girls.
Ms. Webber
It's Ms. Webber's fourth year in boarding and she is thrilled to be with the Pink Panthers again this year. She feels the Winslow house is such a positive place to be, and she is honoured she can share in the boarding experience. She loves the impromptu singing sessions that occur in the Winslow office or the random board games that strike up in the hall. However, what she appreciates most about the boarding experience is that it truly feels like home. She is proud to be part of the community and help guide the Winslow girls as they navigate their way through high school and life.
When not in boarding, Ms. Webber teaches AP Environmental Science and Biology. She can also be found coordinating the exams for senior school and collaborating with the graduating class as the grade 12 coordinator.
Ms. Webber is also a mother to two children, Jude and Indigo. This treo can be found everywhere from hiking the side of Mt. Doug to the board room cafe playing an intense game of 'Ticket to Ride'.
Mrs. Jackson
Mrs. Jackson is the Senior Houseparent in Winslow, and lives in the house with her husband Zyoji, her three children (Malia is 8, Theo is 6 and Poppy is 1) and her cat. This is her eleventh year in boarding, and her sixth year as Senior of Winslow House. In addition to her work in boarding, she is a personal counsellor at the Senior School, workin g