Bennies Brain Bee

Bennies Brain Bee2024-10-03T09:41:33-04:00
Fascinated by the human brain?
Are you interested in:
  • how our mind interprets our surroundings and makes decisions,
  • how our brain controls our muscles so we can move, and
  • how chemical imbalances in the brain may cause a range of different neurological diseases?
If yes, then consider joining the Bennies Brain Bee Club and participate in the University of Waterloo’s Annual Brain Bee Competition! The club will meet regularly to learn about the brain and prepare for the UW Brain Bee. The Brain Bee is an exciting opportunity for students to learn about the brain and the importance of brain research. The University of Waterloo’s Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences annual Region of Waterloo Brain Bee is tentatively scheduled to take place in-person on Saturday, March 2nd, 2024. The event will feature some live demonstrations of neuroscience lab activities happening on campus, a multiple-choice quiz, draws for additional prizes, and cash prizes for the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners! The winner of the Waterloo Brain Bee will have the opportunity to visit campus and learn additional neuroanatomy using real human brain specimens. They will also advance to compete in the National Brain Bee competition.

When we meet

There will be an information meeting on Thursday, October 17th, right after school in A2 – the Annex. See Mrs. Taylor in A2 for more details.

Club facilitator

Useful links

Latest news…

IT’S CHRISTMAS WHO CLUB: Dec. 19th

It has come around again:  the DOCTOR WHO CLUB CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA!  Featuring a screening of the epic 8th DOCTOR MOVIE from 1996, and the Great Christmas Prize Giveaway and Raffle…someone’s going home with their own sonic screwdriver!  Plan ahead as we’ll be here for nearly 2 hours — there will be extra bus tickets available.  The fun and joy will take place this Friday December 19th after school in room 226.  Santa only wishes he had a TARDIS!

By |December 12th, 2025|

Boys Basketball Showcase Whiteout

Howdy Saints!

Our Boys Basketball Showcase will be taking place on Monday, December 15th against PRDG. 🏀

The theme is ⚪WHITEOUT ⚪ dress in all white and bring YOUR school spirit.

Juniors Game @ 3:00 PM and Senior Game @ 4:30 PM. ⛹️‍♂️

There will be concessions, face painting, play-by-play announcing,  halftime activities, and lots more!

We hope to see you there in ALL WHITE Saints!

By |December 8th, 2025|

DOCTOR WHO CLUB: Coming Dec. 12th

The year is 1215, and a trial by combat is interrupted by the arrival of the TARDIS, bringing the 5th Doctor, Tegan & Turlough into a situation involving the Crusades, Magna Carta…and one of the Doctor’s deadliest enemies.  Join us this week for 1983’s THE KING’S DEMONS.  The adventure begins this Friday December 12th after school in 226.

By |December 5th, 2025|

Western National Scholarships

Western national Scholarships

Western National Scholarships

National Scholarships are designed to recognize all-round excellence. They are awarded on the basis of outstanding academic performance to candidates who demonstrate ability for creative and innovative thought and a passion for the pursuit of learning. National Scholarships also recognize exceptional achievement in extracurricular activities such as the arts and athletics. A special emphasis is placed on a candidate’s commitment to community service through ongoing contributions to school and community life.

For the 2025/2026 academic year, the Western National Scholarship Program includes the following scholarships:

Due date; February 2nd, 2026 (to Guidance)

Some of our National Scholarships include:

Value Scholarship # awarded
 $96,000 Beryl Ivey Continuing Entrance Scholarship 1
 $80,000 Neen Hodgins President’s National Entrance Scholarship 1
 $80,000 Neen Hodgins President’s International Entrance Scholarship 1
 $70,000 President’s Entrance Scholarship 1
 $65,000 President’s Entrance Scholarship 4
 $50,000 President’s Entrance Scholarship 15
 $50,000 James Jenkins President’s Entrance Scholarship for Black Students 5
 $50,000 National Indigenous Scholarship 5
 $100,000 International President’s Entrance Scholarship 3
 $30,000 Faculty Entrance Scholarship 15
 $5,000 National Scholarship Study Abroad Award 46
 $2,000 for one year National Merit Award 50

The on-line application for the Western National Scholarship Program and additional information including number of students each school can nominate can be found at http://www.registrar.uwo.ca/student_finances/scholarships_awards/national_scholarship_program.html

Should you have any questions or require further details about the Western National Scholarship Program, please contact Norma Merino at 519-661-2111 extension 85958 or email nmerino@uwo.ca

Criteria: (applied to Western through OUAC)

– 90% overall average on all 4U/M level courses

– creative and innovative thought

-high achievement in extracurricular activities

-commitment to school and community service

Must be nominated by school (SBCSS can nominate up to 4 students)

In order to be considered for nomination, students must submit a 1 page resume outlining their extra-curricular activities, leadership experiences, and community involvement. This must be submitted to Mr. Betik in Guidance by Monday, February 2nd, 2026. Please see Mr. Betik if you have questions.

 

By |December 5th, 2025|
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