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Wednesday, March 19, 2025 - Volume 17, Issue 15
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A call to prayer...
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This Friday, March 21st, marks theanniversary of the death of St. Benedict. It is a time to reflect on his life and his deep commitment to prayer. As we also journey through Lent and Ramadan, we invite you to a Multi-Faith Prayer Circle in the lecture hall during both Lunch A and Lunch B this Friday. This is an opportunity to reflect and pray in a welcoming, multifaith environment. People of all religious backgrounds are welcome!
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Grad Photos: Your last opportunity!
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Just a reminder to graduating students to check if you have signed up for photos this week. Do not miss your appointment as this will be the last opportunity for grad photos at the school. If you have not signed up for your photo yet, the last date available is March 25. Go to bookmygrad.com and use code TBO to book.
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Looking for a quick way to navigate all things WCDSB for parents?
Check out the Board website for information and information pertaining to Aspen Portal, Brightspace, School Cash Online, Transportation updates, and other resources
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Are you itching for some cookies or pizza slices?
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The scratch cafe is back up and running with a new twist this semester. On Thursdays, come to room 105 during lunch A and room 107 for lunch B to get your pizza and baked goods.
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This week we will be selling frosted cinnamon buns as a special as well! Come get them before they sell out!
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Remember, you can buy punch cards in the office or with school cash online. We will see you soon!
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Who is your Guidance Counsellor?
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Counsellor’s Name
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Last names
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Administrative Assistant: Mrs. McAulay-Arruda, ext. 5631
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Community Service Hours – for 2025 Graduates
It is a requirement of graduation that each student complete 40 hours of community service. There are many opportunities to fulfill this requirement. Potential graduates should submit their hours to the Guidance office as soon as possible, so it can be recorded for graduation. The WCDSB Community Involvement Activity Record can be found here.
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Online Waiver Form – for 2025 Graduates
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It is a requirement of graduation that each student complete two online learning credits. Parents/guardians are able to complete the online waiver form to opt out of these courses. If your student has not completed 2 online courses, please complete the online waiver form.
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Swimming Saints at OFSAA
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Congratulations to the swimmers who competed before March Break at OFSAA against 2400 other swimmers from around the province.
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Liam Bassin represented our school well in his 2 events and Aidan D'Oliveira did well with his events; qualifying for the finals in the 200 m freestyle. Hailey Murdoch earned 7th place in 100 m Backstroke and 4th place in the individual medley with a personal best time.
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A great way to cap off a stupendous season with the swim team!
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Boys Hockey are CWOSSA Golden!
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The Varsity Boys Hockey Team Captured gold at CWOSSA in Elmira. Down 2-0 early in the first period, Damian L started the comeback with a power play goal. Hunter C converted a beautiful penalty shot goal to tie the game late in the Third. Michael M secured the first Boys Hockey CWOSSA title in school history by icing the game with the overtime winner. Lucas P was excellent in net for the Saints.The boys advance to All Ontario Championships in Windsor.
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See the calendar on the school website for complete sport schedule listings!
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Volleyball Spring League
Our Saints Volleyball Spring League is back in action this Spring! This 5-week program is offered to any individuals in grades 6-8 who are looking to improve their volleyball skills! Throughout the 5 weeks, athletes will learn from our current junior and senior volleyball players who have varying degrees of skill and success at different levels. Each session will consist of skill work and games!
If you are interested in attending, please fill out our registration form ! Deadline is April 12th!
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Time to get growing!
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Do you have a green thumb or want to learn about how to grow your own food garden? Then come on down to room 107 on Wednesdays after school to join Benny's garden club! Every year we plant and maintain a food garden here at Benny's that helps feed our community and school. See Mr. Calhoun, Mr. Hodgins or Ms. Di Pede for more information. Hope to see you there!
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Iftar party invite
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Attention Bennies! Join the MSA for an Iftar party sponsored by Ace Shawarma and Boba Shack, with henna, carom, board games, and jeopardy on March 25th from 5:45 to 8:30 pm in the lecture hall. Note that there is an $8 entrance fee, payable by card only on Tuesday, the 25th, during lunch in front of the chapel or at the door upon arrival. All faiths are welcome. See you there!
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From the librarian’s desk
Hey Bennies – March Break is coming! While we hope you get a chance to relax next week, the library is open our regular hours for all. We’re hard at work planning exciting events for kids of all ages, including Teen Zine Lab and Teen Nerf Night. Stop by anytime, and we’d love to see you at these special events.
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Volunteering
Need your 40 hours? Interested in a career in libraries, education, or human services? Consider volunteering with the Cambridge Public Library! To learn more and apply, visit https://ideaexchange.org/services/volunteers.
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Research
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Getting a head start on your research projects over the break? Remember you can access reliable, credible information from the Bennies Library e-resources. You can access scholarly research papers on Gale and JSTOR, get your facts straight with Encyclopedia Britannica or Canadian Points of View Reference, or even look up vehicle maintenance information with ChiltonLibrary. For login information, visit me in the library or email librarian Ryan at rorr@ideaexchange.org.
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Need help with your research? Get in touch! I can help you understand your assignment and information needs, build a search strategy, find resources, and cite them perfectly. I love to hear about what you’re interested in and what you’re learning in class!
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For your virtual library needs, visit the St Benedict Library Learning Commons site here or the Idea Exchange site here.
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Thursday, March 20
Spring Equinox
10:40am: IRIS Club
12:00pm: Reach for the top
12:00pm: IRIS Club
2:00pm: Math Club
2:10pm: Indoor Rowing Club
2:15pm: Concert Band
3:45pm: Jazz Band
Friday, March 21
10:40am: Cosmo Club
12:00pm: Girls Garage Club
12:00pm: Cosmo Club
2:15pm: Indigenous Student Union
2:15pm: Girls Garage Club
2:15pm: Ping Pong Club
2:15pm: Doctor Who Club
2:15pm: Model UN Club
Monday, March 24
10:40am: Percussion Club
2:00pm: Homework Club
2:15pm: Film Club
Tuesday, March 25
6:30am: Indoor Rowing Club
10:40am: IRIS Club
10:40am: Arts Council
12:00pm: IRIS Club
12:00pm: Arts Council
12:15pm: Rosary Club
2:15pm: Choir
6:00pm: Catholic Schools Advisory Council Meeting
Wednesday, March 26
10:40am: Student Equity and Engagement Council
10:40am: Guitar Club
10:40am: Black Excellence Group
12:00pm: Student Equity and Engagement Council
12:00pm: Black Excellence Group
2:00pm: Homework Club
2:00pm: Garden Club
Thursday, March 27
10:40am: IRIS Club
12:00pm: Reach for the top
12:00pm: IRIS Club
2:00pm: BASA (Asian Student Assoc)
2:00pm: Math Club
2:10pm: Indoor Rowing Club
2:15pm: Concert Band
3:45pm: Jazz Band
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Friday, March 28
10:40am: Cosmo Club
12:00pm: Girls Garage Club
12:00pm: Cosmo Club
2:15pm: Girls Garage Club
2:15pm: Ping Pong Club
2:15pm: Doctor Who Club
2:15pm: Model UN Club
Monday, March 31
PD Day
Tuesday, April 1
6:30am: Indoor Rowing Club
10:40am: IRIS Club
10:40am: Arts Council
12:00pm: IRIS Club
12:00pm: Arts Council
12:15pm: Rosary Club
2:15pm: Choir
Wednesday, April 2
BENN Newsletter release
10:40am: Guitar Club
10:40am: Black Excellence Group
12:00pm: Black Excellence Group
2:00pm: Homework Club
2:00pm: Garden Club
Thursday, April 3
10:40am: IRIS Club
12:00pm: Reach for the top
12:00pm: IRIS Club
2:00pm: Math Club
2:10pm: Indoor Rowing Club
2:15pm: Concert Band
3:45pm: Jazz Band
Friday, April 4
10:40am: Cosmo Club
12:00pm: Girls Garage Club
12:00pm: Cosmo Club
2:15pm: Indigenous Student Union
2:15pm: Girls Garage Club
2:15pm: Ping Pong Club
2:15pm: Doctor Who Club
2:15pm: Model UN Club
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Be sure to check out the calendar on the school website for updates!
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