The Sudbury Catholic District School Board is excited to announce that we hosted our annual Board-Wide Science Fair on March 6, 2024, at St. Charles College, welcoming Grade 7 and 8 students to showcase their scientific prowess.

1st Place & Best in Fair: Katie Oberthier from Marymount, presenting “BEE THE CHANGE”

2nd Place: Ayla Falcioni and Mila Kidd from Marymount, with “C’EST LE TEMPS POUR FRAPPER LA RUE”

3rd Place: Bianca Beirnes from Marymount, unveiling “INTELLIGENCE ARTIFICIELLE”

Best Presentation: Abby Lanthier and Gumino Muntuzi from Marymount, showcasing “STICKY SITUATION”

Most Creative: Papa Amofa-Badu from St. Benedict, revealing “EMPOWERING MOBILITY: NEXT GEN PROSTHETICS”

These outstanding projects will progress to the Sudbury Regional Science Fair on April 6, 2024, hosted at Laurentian University.

Louise Franklin, Superintendent of Education at the Sudbury Catholic District School Board, commended the fair as an excellent platform for encouraging student engagement in science-based activities. She emphasized the significance of the fair in fostering innovation, critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity among students.

“We extend our heartfelt congratulations and gratitude to every student who participated in this year’s fair. Your dedication to researching topics and crafting unique projects is truly commendable, and each of you should take immense pride in your efforts. Science fairs are not just events; they are vital platforms for nurturing curiosity, critical thinking, and innovation among our students. Through participation in science fairs, students develop invaluable skills such as problem-solving, collaboration, and communication. These experiences not only prepare them for future academic and professional endeavors but also inspire a lifelong passion for discovery and learning. We are excited to see what the selected students will accomplish at the Regional Science Fair in April.”

This event, would not be possible without the hard work and dedication showcased by the members of the Science Fair Committee. Sudbury Catholic District School Board would like to extend our sincere appreciation to Chris Polischuk, Martha Facchini, and Loretta Cuda for their outstanding efforts in providing enriching opportunities for the students of Sudbury Catholic.

• Katie Oberthier from Marymount with “BEE THE CHANGE”
• Ayla Falcioni and Mila Kidd from Marymount with “C’EST LE TEMPS POUR FRAPPER LA RUE”
• Bianca Beirnes from Marymount with “INTELLIGENCE ARTIFICIELLE”
• Abby Lanthier and Gumino Muntuzi from Marymount with “STICKY SITUATION”
• Papa Amofa-Badu from St. Benedict with “EMPOWERING MOBILITY: NEXT GEN PROSTHETICS”
• Sierra Middleton and Payton McCann from St. Charles College with “STAINLESS STEEL WATER BOTTLES”
• Brady Demore from St. Charles College with “SENSORY: IS TOUCH THE MOST IMPORTANT SENSE?”
• Mayo Ogunleye from St. Charles College with “AN EARLY ADOLESCENT’s MIND”
• Sebastian Natera Gonzalez from St. Charles College with “AERODYNAMIX IN F1: GROUND EFFECTS”
• Nixon MacKay and Jack Gagnon from St. Charles College with “SOLAR-POWERED WATER FOUNTAIN”
• Jonah Brault-D’Alosio and Tanner Rietkoetter from St. Benedict with “WHAT AA BATTERY IS THE BEST BANG FOR YOUR BUCK?”
• Isabella Madrid Portillo from Marymount with “WATER QUALITY”
• Abby Golder and Capri Ouellette from Marymount with “LAVER LES FRUITS FAIT UNE DIFFERENCE”
• Nico Selby and Amy Tourville from Marymount with “BEST GLUTEN-FREE FLOUR”
• Yasmeena Osman and Lucilla Muizila from Marymount with “OPEN SENSE ME”
• Megan Leclair from Marymount with “SPONIFICATION”

As we eagerly anticipate the upcoming Regional Science Fair, we look forward to witnessing the incredible accomplishments that await our selected students. Your passion for science and innovation is truly inspiring, and we cannot wait to see where your journey takes you. Congratulations once again, and best of luck to all participants!

The Conseil scolaire catholique Nouvelon (CSC Nouvelon), Rainbow District School Board (RDSB), Sudbury Catholic District School Board (SCDSB) and Conseil scolaire du Grand Nord have rescheduled the April 19th Professional Activity Day to Monday, April 8, 2024. 

The change will ensure there is no school for students on Monday, April 8, 2024, the day of the solar eclipse, which is expected to occur at or near dismissal times and result in temporary darkness. There is also a concern that students that are taking the bus or walking home without adult supervision may try to watch the eclipse and risk damaging their eyesight.

The school boards are erring on the side of caution, with safety first and foremost.

The Canadian Association of Optometrists has issued a set of guidelines for safe viewing of the eclipse.  Parents/guardians are invited to consult their website to better understand the risks that influenced the decision to change the PA Day.

The school boards thank parents/guardians for their understanding.

Friday, April 19, 2024 will be a regular school day.

The Ontario government has introduced a new mandatory mental health-focused curriculum for students developed by School Mental Health Ontario. Apart of this curriculum, grades 7/8 students are participating in a series of modules that support the existing Health and Physical Education curriculum. These modules will help students learn about: 

• Mental health and mental illness and how they are connected. 
• Strategies to manage stress and take care of our mental health. 
• Ways to make healthy decisions about substance use.  
• How to help reduce stigma related to mental illness.  
• When it might be more than a bad day and how to seek support for ourselves and our friends, should we need it.  

To learn more about this, School Mental Health Ontario has provided a brief video that provides an overview of the modules and content.