Throughout this Advent season, students in Ms. Loranger’s Grade 5/6 at Pius XII School have been focusing on the various themes celebrated each week. For the third week of Advent which focuses on the the theme of joy, students participated in a discussion on the things that bring joy to their life and how we can bring joy to others. As an extension to this discussion, students including those in the photo (Billy, Brandon and Chloe) created Christmas cards to give to others outside our school community. The cards will be delivered to residents at Finlandia to spread a little joy and cheer during this holiday season.
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Immaculate Cougars raise 1500 cans for St. Vincent de Paul!
Immaculate community collected 1500 non-perishable food items that were sent to St. Vincent de Paul who is affiliated with St. Kevin’s Parish. The cougars had a goal to gather 1000 cans but with our in school competition between classrooms, our students brought in 1500 cans! Thanks Immaculate for supporting families in need during this Christmas Season!
Coding Crusader saves the day and brings students some coding fun!
The Coding Crusader visited St. David School and St. Anne School to celebrate the Hour of Code Week. The week took place from December 4-December 8 to celebrate computer science and programming. The Coding Crusader brought along games and learning resources to teach the students the benefits of learning coding and how to apply it to their learning.
Students Shop with a Cop to foster positive community relationships!
Shop with a Cop Program took place today. A couple of our Penguins enjoyed breakfast at P&M’s Kouzzina, followed by shopping with a Sudbury Regional Police Officer. Thank you officers for building positive relationships with our students!
St. Charles Students Explore Social Skills for Success by LDAS!
Students in Ms. Cormier and Mme Bouzanne’s class at St. Charles Elementary School, participated in a presentation by the Learning Disabilities Association of Ontario by Chris Doucette called Social Skills for Success. The students explored Emotional Awareness, feelings and social interactions.
Grade 7 and 8 students craft and send Christmas cards for Noah!
The grade seven and eight students at St. Benedict Catholic Secondary School have been putting the final touches on Noah’s Christmas cards today.
Noah is a four year-old boy from Minnow Lake who has been battling cancer since he was six months old.
There is no cure and no other option for Noah so the students are writing cards with positive messages and his favourite characters (Paw Patrol and The Grinch) to keep him smiling just a bit.
Duncan Smith, in grade eight says he suspects that Noah wants the cards because “everyone loves receiving mail and to know that others care”.
Mrs. Belle will be delivering the cards to the new Hot 93.5 tonight so the radio station personalities can deliver them to Noah tomorrow.
Students receive special visit from local miner and book author!
Theresa Nyabeze a Professional Mining Engineer visited St. James Catholic Elementary School to share her book “Underground! My Mining Adventure” with students. A graduate of Laurentian University, Theresa is passionate about STEM careers (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) and encourages all young people to enter and learn more about the mining industry.
Her book outlines the adventures of Maiya and her mom who takes Maiya underground for the day as a birthday present! The book describes the ins and outs of the mine and the industry! It’s available at www.diversitystem.ca
Theresa wrote the book to showcase diversity in mining and STEM and inspire others to study this interesting field!
“It’s ok to take the path less travelled if you have an interest! Seek opportunities to learn about different career paths. Seek- mentor – ship – then reach back and keep the cycle going! “
Pius XII Participates in Anti-Bullying Week
Anti-Bullying posters, peace bracelets, and fun collaboration amongst our Penguins -all happening during this bullying prevention awareness week. Mrs. Michelutti’s Gr. 3 students say that everyone matters!
Pius Students Receive new winter coats!
Pius XII Penguins wish to extend a very big “THANK YOU” to the Knights of Columbus Holy Redeemer #10888 for their generous contribution of brand new winter coats for students. The Coats for Kids Program is just one of the many ways that the Knights partner with our school and make a difference. We will see the Knights again soon for the annual Basketball Free-Throw Competition. Thank you to our students pictured below who helped to organize the coats: Chloe, Adam, Beckham and Brayden.