St. Francis staff and students celebrated Literacy Day and their love of books with its annual book swap organized by the school’s resource teacher, Ms. G. Visentin. Staff and students kicked off the special event arriving to school dressed as their favourite story book character. Students donated gently used books from their home and traded them in for “new” books. The school’s cafeteria had a large selection of book titles on display for students to choose from in both English and French languages. The book swap provided an excellent opportunity for students to exchange books and encourage reading.
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Financial Literacy in grade 1FI
Students in Mme Power’s grade 1FI class at St. Paul had a wonderful Financial Literacy Workshop from one of our local banks. Students learned the value of items used in their daily lives and the importance of saving money. Bravo les amis!
St. Benedict Starts the Bell Let’s Talk Conversation
Today, students in the grade 7 and 8 wing at St. Benedict planned for a tough conversation they might experience in the future.
The students completed response texts in the event that someone reaches out to them about their mental health to look for support.
The students also talked about taking negative and unwanted words out of their vocabulary when it comes to dealing with mental health.
Visit the website https://letstalk.bell.ca/en/ for more information such as videos and helpful tips
Need to talk to someone or know someone who needs to talk? Here is a good place to start: http://www.mentalhealthhelpline.ca/
Group at Marymount Academy become semi-finalists in annual contest!
We would like to congratulate Marymount Academy on their recent success of being semi-finalists in OCSTA’s Annual Video Contest for students. The student group of Amanda, Audrey and Clara produced a well thought out video on the theme of stewardship and homelessness in our community.
Calming the mind, body and soul before secondary exams at St. Benedict!
For the month of January, the school staff have been focusing on mental health and managing the stress of exams which begin on January 25, 2018. The staff have tackled stress from all angles of mind, body and soul. There have been yoga sessions, a presentation by Canadian Mental Health and today therapy dogs.
The therapy dogs were brought in to help the students de-stress and smile ahead of exams.
The event was arranged by Christine Guerra, the school librarian with the organization, Magical Paws.
This has become common practice at Universities and in health institutions such as seniors’ homes and even in hospitals.
The dogs were so well received that staff are already toying with the idea of a return in the Spring ahead of exams in June.
St. John Jaguars host Volleyball Tournament at St. Charles College!
On January 20, the St. John Jaguars hosted a Junior Coed Volleyball Tournament at St. Charles College. It was a great day of volleyball for all 13 teams who participated. Thank you to all of our athletes, coaches, volunteers and parents who helped to make this tournament such a success. Congratulations to the following teams who finished in the top 4: 4th place – St. Francis, 3rd place – Helen Gravel, 2nd place – St. Anne and finishing in 1st place was Ste. Therese. Looking forward to seeing everybody again next season!
Holy Trinity teaches students about the Seven Grandfather teachings!
The Native Language students at Holy Trinity Catholic School embarked on a campaign of education. Students promoted and educated their peers on the seven grandfather teachings, drumming and the importance of Mother nature. This day of learning and sharing was facilitated by Ms. Dawn Fielding, Native Language teacher.
“This was a wonderful opportunity for our grade 6 students to be leaders in learning; their enthusiasm and passion for sharing their cultural knowledge was infectious and my kindergarten friends were thrilled to create music with drums and learn about the importance of respecting our earth” said, Ms. Kelly Beaton, FDK teacher.
Students create their very own masterpieces at St. Paul
Last month, students in Mme Wright’s Grade 3 FI class learned some new painting techniques while making a lovely gift for their parents. They all put forth their best effort and the results were masterpieces!
Students thrive under Northern Fruit and Veggie program!
At Pius XII every Tuesday is a Tasty one! Throughout the year our students are provided a nutritious fruit and vegetable snack on Tasty Tuesdays. Thanks to organizations like Sudbury Better Beginnings Better Futures and the Ministry of Health’s Northern Fruit and Vegetable Program, we receive funding that goes toward purchasing fruit, vegetables, grains or dairy. Nutritious snacks are available everyday at our school, however Tuesdays are the special day of the week where students get to sample a fruit or vegetable that might be new to them. This nutrition program brings staff and parents together to make it successful for our school community.