The smell of fresh fallen leaves is one of the joys of fall. But why “leaf” it outside? During the last month, the English Early Learning Kindergarten Students at St. Anne School in Hanmer decided to bring fall inside so they could enjoy it right up until the snow came. They used a freshly raked bag of leaves and placed it within their housekeeping center. Armed with rakes and a wading pool, the Sudbury Catholic Board students practiced all the activities that their parents were doing outside. Raking, jumping, and burying each other in leaves mimicked the activities that the students were experiencing within their own yards. How about fun? Well, just ask students Jenna Deveau Peddie and Olivia Dunbabin. Their smiling faces say it all. Fall is a great time of the year, especially when you can enjoy it with friends!
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St. Anne Angel’s “NET” Some Faith
On November 1st, 2011,students in the grade 8 classes at St. Anne Catholic School in Hanmer participated in a “NET” retreat at St. Kevin’s Church. They were joined by the NET Team (National Evangelization Team) where they shared Jesus’ gospel message in a team format. The NET team was comprised of a group of young people who challenge young Catholics to embrace Christ and the life of the church, through song, skits, small group discussions, and prayer. Students from the Sudbury Catholic School board embraced the day, participating in every facet of the retreat. Lunch from Perkin’s Restaurant and the Caruso Club was also provided/donated to the NET team and students to allow further intimate discussions about the gospel of Christ and practicing faith. Both staff and students at St. Anne School were overheard describing the day as an “awesome” and “inspiring” one! Your faith shines through Angels!
St. Charles Elementary Takes Part in Bullying Awareness Week
Today marks the beginning of Ontario Bullying Awareness Week (Nov.14-18). Students at St. Charles Catholic Elementary School kicked off the week with an assembly where they gathered and pledged “to stand up againstt bullying”. Although bullying activities are on-going, teachers will take time to speak up on this important issue that affects too many of Ontario’s students. Many classroom activities have been planned to heighten the awareness. Principal Sandra Hiebert St. Denis stated: “Bullying Awareness Week is a valuable opportunity to raise awareness of bullying-related issues with parents, staff, students, and the local community”.
Author Delivers Life-Long Lessons at St. Ben’s
St. Benedict grade 7 student Joshua Kroll looks on as author Allan Stratton personally signs his book Borderline after his presentation. Stratton begins by introducing his work by reading from one of his prize-winning novels. Stratton’s writings are youth-oriented which contain themes of “courage” and “facing your fears”. Stratton’s message was when things are not going well in life, always remember that “this too shall pass” and things will get better.
St. Anne Angel’s “Carve” Into Their Curriculum
On Monday, October 31st, students in Mrs. O’Daiskey’s Gr. 8 class at St. Anne Catholic School explored the art curriculum while carving pumpkins. Students within the Sudbury Catholic Board were excited to carve their pumpkin as a means of meeting curriculum expectations. They organized their art work to create a specific effect and also described their plan for their work of art. Upon completion, students identified their strengths and areas for improvement using peer and self evaluation. The final results? They were nothing short of “spooktacular”!
Immaculate Conception Students “Remember”
The students at Immaculate Conception School honoured and remembered
all of the men and women who served and continue to serve our country
during times of war, conflict and peace. Members of the Royal Canadian Legion
and the Knights of Columbus in full uniform helped our young Canadian students
understand and appreciate all those who have served our community and
died for our country so that they could leave us with the gift of peace, freedom,
community and democracy. Students understand that we all have a responsibility
to spread the Word of God, love, compassion, justice and forgiveness so that never again
do we allow violence and war be the means to solving our differences.
Choosing Post Secondary Schools from an Aboriginal Lens
November 10th, 2011 – Aboriginal students at St. Charles College took part in a university and college fair on November 10 in the school gymnasium. The information sessions allowed students to choose their post secondary options with the help of each school’s Aboriginal Recruitment Officer. There were twenty-two post secondary institutions from across the province taking part.
The event was arranged by the school’s Native Studies department. Native Studies teacher Jennifer Petahtegoose has been organizing the event for the last three years. She says students from grades 10 to 12 are being included.
Melvin Peltier, a Native Student Recruitment Officer with Sault College says, “Aboriginal students don’t always go to the big university and college information nights. These students much prefer a small setting and more of a one-on-one experience.”
Newcap Radio Gives Generously to Sudbury Catholic Schools Once Again
Newcap Radio Director of Programming Rick Tompkins visited the Sudbury Catholic District School Board recently to present them with a significant cheque. For the third year in a row, Newcap gifted Sudbury Catholic with a generous donation of over $7,500. The cheque is a result of their commitment to supporting music programs and education in Sudbury as part of an agreement between Newcap Radio and the CRTC. Through this agreement, the radio station promised to help foster musicianship among area youth, particularly through providing support of local school board music programming – including the purchase of instruments.
Catherine McCullough, Director of Education for the Catholic Board expressed her gratitude for the donation. “ We are so pleased to have such a supportive partner in Newcap radio,” McCullough stated. “Our music programs are an important part of our board, and through this type of monetary support, we are able to further enhance and build this programming. We are very thankful to Newcap as they continue to show their commitment to our community partnership.” Over the past three years, the radio station has donated close to $20,00 to the Sudbury Catholic Board’s music programs.
Safety First at St. Bernadette
St. Bernadette Catholic School students Emma Larcher and Kimberley Bonhomme practice the skills they acquired during the Bus Evacuation Safety Presentation at their school by assisting Gabrielle Goudreau to safely exit the back of a school bus. Recently, the students were taught the proper procedures required should the bus need to be evacuated for any reason. All Sudbury Catholic Schools will be receiving this training along with a Bus Safety presentation that reviews rules and guidelines to assure a comfortable and secure ride home for all students.