Sudbury Catholic District School Board

Sudbury Catholic Schools Embrace Summer Learning!

Students at Sudbury Catholic Schools completed another year of summer learning this month! 60 students from Kindergarten to Grade 3 completed the three-week Summer Learning Program at St. David School from July 8 – July 26, 2019.

Students participated in a literacy and numeracy program, which supported students in improving their skills at their own pace. The program also featured various activities centered around Indigenous culture. The program was led by both classroom teachers and camp counsellors, providing a full educational team to participating students. Through the online tool and app Lexia, teachers and counsellors were able to provide a visual experience for both the literacy and numeracy components, and students are able to continue to access their account from home throughout the summer.

As in past years, each morning began with a physical activity which helped to energize students and build confidence so that they were ready to learn. This year, the group participated in Zumba sessions provided by Zumba Vibe.

The Board is thrilled with student participation in this year’s Summer Learning Program.

“The work and effort that goes into making the summer learning program a success each year is truly inspiring,” said Joanne Bénard, Director of Education at the Sudbury Catholic District School Board. “With the right tools, support and amazing staff, participating students were able to improve their skills and enjoy the experience along the way!”

The Summer Learning Program is a Ministry funded program which aims to promote literacy and numeracy learning for students during the summer months in fun and engaging ways.

A student completes a reading level on Lexia on his iPad
A student is all smiles as she completes a shape building activity with elastics.

Remembering Lorna – Bench blessing and dedication ceremony to honour a longtime employee and confidante in Killarney

Lorna was born during the season of Advent, which might explain why purple was her favourite colour.Lorna Delamorandiere worked at St. Joseph’s for fifteen years as a lunch supervisor.The school council worked tirelessly over the years to find a way to honour her time spent with the staff and students.

This year, a sturdy town bench was installed in the playground to ensure her spirit and presence is felt among the students. Father Peter Moher, of Holy Redeemer parish blessed the bench this past week. The school teacher, Irene Dembek also shared her memories of Lorna, her friend and confidante. Lorna’s sister, Lois was also present for the special moment.

Holy Cross students honour National Indigenous Peoples Day

Grade 6 students in Miss Scola’s class, at Holy Cross Elementary, acknowledged National Indigenous People’s Day by holding group discussions and participating in an art activity. In the morning, students viewed “In Our Words,” a series of videos from the Ministry of Education that explores the events that took place between Europeans and Indigenous peoples in the early years of settlement, in what is now called Canada. Following each video, students lead discussions on their thoughts of early colonization and how the Indigenous Peoples were treated. In the afternoon, students took part in an art activity that was inspired by Contemporary Indigenous artist Faye Heavyshield. The Grade 6 students are hopeful that the Truth and Reconciliation Commission will lead to a renewed relationship between the Government of Canada and the Indigenous Peoples through respect, rights, co-operation and partnership.

St. Charles Chelmsford raises over $20,000 for NOFCC!

St. Charles Catholic Elementary School held their 15th Annual Johnathan Hetu Walk on June 21, 2019. Johnathan was a student there when he passed away from cancer 15 years ago. David Nicholls, a teacher at the school has organized and held this fundraiser close to his heart for just as many years having been the one who started it. Mr. Nicholls recently passed away unexpectedly.

The St. Charles Catholic Elementary School community came together to raise over $20,000 to go toward the NOFCC (Northern Ontario Families of Children with Cancer). The money will be used to support families during medical appointments, treatments and more.

Holy Cross School proves Cubs Have Heart!

After one of their students experienced a medical emergency earlier this Spring, Holy Cross Catholic Elementary School Cubs banded together to participate in A Walk for Kyle. Students and staff raised funds through fundraisers to help Kyle’s family with their medical costs throughout his recovery. The school came together with a special Prayer service and concluded with a walk outside to show their support. Way to prove that Cubs Have Heart!

Students Participate in First Ever SCDSB Model UN Conference

Secondary students from all four secondary schools were able to participate in the first ever SCDSB Model UN Conference hosted at St. Charles College. The event was an opportunity for local and international students to come together and unpack an issue from an international perspective.

Approximately 75 students participated in this first-ever event! Students worked to find possible solutions within the United Nations framework to resolve the global human trafficking crisis. The event leveraged diversity and encouraged participants to develop global citizenship skills!

Students were awarded in the following categories:

Best Delegates: Liam Couisneau (St. Charles College) and Rosaria Nero (St. Benedict)

Honourable mentions: Madison Penrose (Bishop Alexander Carter) and Amy Godin (Marymount Academy)

Best international delegates: Ryan Dinh (St. Charles College) and Zihao Wang (St. Benedict)

Congratulations to all participating students!

Get ready for Kindergarten!

The Sudbury Catholic District School Board, in partnership with Maple Tree Preschool and Discovery Early Learning & Care will be offering a School Readiness Program designed to prepare preschoolers for the transition into school for September 2019.

When: August 12-August 16, 2019

Where: Holy Trinity School
To register, please contact: Tamara Taillefer at
Discovery Early Learning & Care
705.586.0895 OR holytrinity@discoverycare.ca

And
Holy Cross School
To register, please contact: Lenore Moore at Maple Tree Preschool
705.586.3551

Living As Joyful Disciples: Sudbury Catholic Schools Celebrate Catholic Education Week

The Sudbury Catholic District School Board joined school boards across the province in celebrating Catholic Education Week held on May 5-May 10, 2019. Catholic Education week is an opportunity to celebrate the contributions our Catholic school make in the lives of our students and in our community.

The theme of this year’s week was Living as Joyful Disciples. Throughout the week, schools completed prayer celebrations, classroom activities and community led events that focused on the following sub themes:

  • Rooted in Prayer
  • Living in Community
  • Doing Justice and Creating Hope
  • Journeying Together in Faith
  • Sharing the Good news

Specific school highlights included:

  • St. James School hosted a Sounding of the Drums Feast: Anishinaabemowin language class students were joined by Elders from Atikameksheng Anishnawbek and partners from the Child and Youth Centre to create hand drums and birth and feast the new drums.
  • Students and parents at St. Francis school completed mindfulness yoga sessions to focus on their wellness and faith.
  • Holy Trinity hosted a school-wide math hour on May 8, welcoming parents to join students in their classrooms for activities.
  • St. Charles College hosted their third annual Pow Wow, welcoming elementary schools, Elders and community partners.
  • Marymount Academy completed a THINKFast fundraising initiative to help raise funds to tackle poverty.

“One of our strategic pathways as a Board is to strengthen our faith-based, inclusive and equitable community,” said Joanne Bénard, Director of Education for the Sudbury Catholic District School Board. “Catholic Education Week allows our staff and students to explore this theme in a variety of different ways. We thank our hardworking and dedicated staff as well as the many community partners who have helped make these events possible.”

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