The Terrific 3/4’s and Fantastic 4/5’s at St. James Catholic Elementary School recently participated in an Invention Convention. They began by researching and writing a biography about a famous inventor. This inspired students to create their own invention that makes life a little easier. It culminated with a day to share and demonstrate their inventions with the rest of the school. Colin is showing off he’s Hot Dog Cooker. Who doesn’t need an easier way to cook a hot dog. Be on the look out for some of their amazing products at a store near you!
Category: Community
St. Paul Choir Recognized at Kiwanis Music Festival
The St. Paul Choir under the direction of Ms Kristine Shewchuk and Mme Ashley Nodwell participated at the Kiwanis Music Festival at the end of March. The choir, consisting of over 40 members from Grades 1 to 6, sang the song “I Am a Small Part of the World” by Sally K. Albrecht and Jay Althouse. After a lot of hard work and practice, the students were very excited to receive a Gold Award. At the Kiwanis Award Ceremony, the choir was also recognized with the “Elementary School Choir Award”. The adjudicator wrote “What an absolutely enjoyable and thoroughly engaging performance today!” The staff, students and parents are very proud of their dedication in keeping music alive in our school.
SCC Gets Movin’
Halle Berry, Salma Hayek, Nick Jonas of Jonas Brothers fame are just some celebrities living with diabetes.
On April 15, 2014, students at St. Charles College were educated by representatives of the Canadian Diabetes Association in preparation for the Sudbury Rocks!!! Race, Run or Walk for Diabetes on May 11th.
Afterwards, a $2500 cheque was presented to the Association on behalf of the students who are participating in the Mother’s Day run. In addition to training weekly, the students have also been collecting door-to-door pledges to support Diabetes research.
More than sixty Cardinal students and forty staff members will lace up their running shoes for the big race.
Teacher Chantal.Dagostino who is heading up the large pack of runners says “Many of our students are impacted by diabetes either individually or because a family member close to them suffers with the disease or has died from complications because of it. It just makes sense to educate this generation.”
St. James Students Shine At Provincial Goalball Championships
Students from St. James Catholic Elementary School were exemplary representatives of their school and the City of Sudbury at the Provincial Goalball Championships held in Brantford Ontario May 28th-30th.
Team #1 reached the finals and earned a silver medal. Members of the team include, from left to right, coach: Chantal Simard, goalball players: Jordan Primeau, Nathan Markic and Mackenzie White.
Marymount Dinner, Talent Show and Silent Auction – May 15, 2014
Mock “Lock Down” At Marymount
On Wednesday April 09, Hally Willmott, school Police Liaison officer and five Sudbury Regional Police officers staged a mock lock down at Marymount Academy. In order to have a genuine test of the school’s response, the staff and students were not made aware of the drill. The police were very impressed with the way the staff and students conducted themselves. The results of the lock down drill will help the school improve policy and procedures for student safety.
St. Raphael Presented with $5000 Cheque and One Surprise to Support Lifeskills Students
International members from the United Commercial Travellers (UCT) were on hand at St. Raphael Catholic Elementary School on April 9 to present the Lifeskills class with a cheque for $5000. Several months earlier, teacher Elissa Zuliani decided to enter her Lifeskills class in a contest she had read about in one of the UCT catalogues. The contest was open to all North American schools who support students with intellectual disabilities. Zuliani put together a two minute video that showcased the exceptional qualities and values that her students possess. The final winner was to be decided by votes so, after a heated battle for first place with Eldon High School in Eldon, Missouri, the students at St. Raphael placed second.
Visibly moved during the presentation, Zuliani thanked the representatives from UCT International including the CEO of UCT –Joe Hoffman from Ohio as well as the International President of UCT – Bob Kellog from Michigan. Also on hand for the presentation were several members of the local UCT branch. Zuliani also thanked her fellow teachers, parent council members and all of the parents of her students. “We are so proud of the Sudbury Catholic District School Board and the Greater City of Sudbury for their votes of support,” Zuliani stated. “This was truly Sudbury at its best! I thank UCT for this incredible funding which will enhance their learning. I am overwhelmed both professionally and personally – it is not about the money, it is about the message –that people with disabilities are valuable members of society and it is our obligation to support them and to nurture them – mind, body and spirit”. The members of the local UCT decided to surprise the staff and students with an additional cheque for $2500 as they felt the students should have won first place. As well, the students were promised a pizza lunch in the upcoming days as part of the celebration. The money will go towards the purchase of technology to support the Lifeskills students in their ongoing learning.
St. Raphael Celebrates their “Hero”
St. Raphael Catholic Elementary School Students, staff and community partners were on hand to celebrate one of their own on Wednesday, April 9. Primary Lifeskills student Wii’um Morin was the honoured guest as he has been selected to be one of the Canadian Down syndrome heroes for 2014. The school wanted to show Wii’um how proud they were of him, and spoke of his outstanding character, creativity and loving spirit. Wii’um took it all in stride while sitting on the stage, and quietly listened as teacher Kelly Beaton spoke of his exceptional personality, and unique outlook on life.
All That is Glitzy and Glamorous for Grad
Graduating girls at St. Charles College were treated to a Gown Giveaway event April 8. The event was put on in partnership with the All Dressed Up and the Sudbury and District Health Unit. Two school based nurses also helped assist the girls to provide fashionable flair advice along with building their self esteem.
More than one dozen girls ended up walking away with the dress of their dreams.
This is the second year the school has worked in partnership with the Health Unit to have the event.
The event was organized by the Guidance department at St. Charles College.