In order to help meet their fundraising goal for the Terry Fox walk, the Teachers of St. Raphael Catholic Elementary School challenged students to a wrecking ball face off. On Friday, September 27, 2013, students paid a toonie to try to knock their teachers off of an inflatable wrecking ball to raise money for the Terry Fox Foundation. The teachers and students had a blast, and to date have raised over $3674.00!
Category: Schools
“Think”ing Important at Bishop Alexander Carter
On September 30th, the Sudbury Regional Police and Liaison Officer Victor Leroux visited Bishop Alexander Carter Catholic Secondary School to hand out “Think Bands”. These are rubberized bands that can be wrapped around cell phones, ipods and other devices. These bands are a symbol to remind students to think before they post things to social media. Constable Leroux handed out over 140 bands and spoke to students about the importance of thinking about what they will post before they press send. Key questions students need to ask themselves include is the information true? Will what they post be hurtful to others? It is illegal? Is it necessary and is it kind?
St. Raphael Catholic Elementary School Supports Terry Fox National Run Day
On Thursday, September 26, 2013, the students and staff of St. Raphael Catholic Elementary School participated in the annual Terry Fox School Run Day. By participating in this event, students shared in Terry’s example of generosity, spirit, and compassion. So far students have raised about $3600.00 and have made a difference in the lives of so many people! Not only did students raise funds for cancer research, but they learned from Terry’s example of never giving up, and helping others.
St. Charles College Hosts University Information Program – October 10
St. Charles College will host representatives from all of 21 of Ontario’s universities on Thursday, October 10, 2013 from 6:30 pm to 8:30pm. The University Information Program (UIP) is free and all secondary school students and their parents/guardians are welcome to attend.
Students who are considering university will be able to speak to university representatives and learn more about different admission requirements, scholarships, residence the application process, campus life and much more. The University Information Program is designed to help graduating students make an informed decision before they apply to universities in January 2014.
“ We are proud to offer this information program for students and parents in our community,” says St. Charles College Program Lead of Guidance Silvia Faggioni. “ It is important that students make informed decisions regarding their future. This is a perfect opportunity to explore universities across Ontario, meet representatives and ask questions – all while not having to leave Sudbury.”
At this event, students and their parents/guardians will be able to attend three 30-minute university presentations. A question and answer period will follow. After the presentations, students will be able to visit all Ontario university representatives for the remainder of the evening.
St. Charles Elementary Kicks Off Hockey Season
There is no doubt that the students and staff of St. Charles Catholic Elementary School love hockey. What better way to celebrate the beginning of the 2013-2014 NHL season than with a school-wide jersey day. The St. Charles students were encouraged to wear their favourite hockey jersey on October 1 to kick off the NHL hockey season and show their support for their favourite hockey teams!
St. Andrew Supports SCC Annual Canned Food Drive
St. Charles College students recently visited the students and staff of St. Andrew Catholic Elementary School to kick off their canned food drive with the elementary students. The students at St. Charles College hold the biggest canned food drive in the city annually with this year’s goal topping over 60,000 cans. SCC Students visit the schools in the New Sudbury Area asking for their support with this very important cause.
St. Anne Students “Cell”abrating Cells
Recently, students in Grade 8 at St. Anne Catholic Elementary School in Hanmer had their first real life experience with cells. While exploring the science curriculum, they completed an experiment to determine the differences between plant and animals cells.
Looking at two different types of cells helped them identify the similarities and differences. Students were excited to notice that a plant cell has a cell wall and the animal cell does not. It then became more obvious why these cells function so differently.
“This really helped me see the differences between the plant and animal cell. It was so much easier to see instead of just looking at a textbook,” said Ryan Paquette, a Grade 8 student in teacher Jody O’Daiskey’s class. “I thought it was so interesting that I was able to use my phone to take a picture of the cells. This picture will now help me remember the difference between the plant and animals cells,” said Crystal Nadeau, a Grade 8 student at St. Anne Catholic School in Hanmer.
The school has an open guest network that allows students to bring their own technological device to school, which directly aids in preparing them for the future. Student engagement is one of the highest priorities at the school. If students are interested, they will develop a love for life-long learning.
St. David Catholic School Supports the St. Charles College Fall Food Drive
Every year, St. David Catholic School, in conjunction with St. Charles College, holds a fall food drive. St. David’s asks all families and students in all grade levels to take part in this annual food drive. Participation in the annual food drive offers students the opportunity to learn about the power of generosity and experience the feeling of community service through giving to those in need.
St. Charles College kicked off the St. David food drive with a spirited school assembly. The student leaders stressed the importance of safety when helping others in need. Students were reminded to always be with an adult when collecting cans in the community and to always have their parents permission. St. David School is accepting non perishable food donations as well as monetary donations until Friday October 4.
The St. Charles College Food Drive is an annual event organized by the St. Charles College Student Council. St. David’s School is excited to pitch in and help. Local radio stations partner with St. Charles as well. The food drive has a long and proud history of making a difference in the city of Sudbury. The 2013 goal is 60,000 cans. Good Luck St. Charles!
Visiting St. Joseph in Killarney
Students at St. Joseph Catholic Elementary School had a special visitor on Wednesday, September 25. Sudbury Catholic Superintendent Rossella Bagnato visited the school to welcome the new and returning students back for another year. Mrs. Bagnato visited with the students in their classroom, as well as joining them outside for a part of their recess.