Bennies Buddies is a group of student leaders who work to create a warm and inviting experience for grade 9 students. Applications for the next school year come up in June.
Our mission is to empower and guide grade 9 students through high school. We are committed to being positive role models, sharing our school knowledge, and fostering community. By actively engaging with grade 9 students, we aim to enhance their awareness of school activities, provide valuable information, and create a welcoming environment. Through answering questions and offering support, we strive to make grade 9 students feel comfortable, included, and inspired to thrive in our school community. Bennies Buddies is dedicated to fostering connections, building confidence, and ensuring every grade 9 student feels a sense of belonging within our school family.
Latest news…
DOCTOR WHO CLUB: Coming March 22nd
The start of the 20th anniversary season in 1983 saw the 5th Doctor forcibly returned to his home planet of Gallifrey to deal with a crisis that could cost him his life…and has a rather surprising link to the story that opened the 10th anniversary season back in 1973. Join us as Doctor Who Club returns post-March Break with Parts 1 & 2 of ARC OF INFINITY. The adventure begins this Friday March 22nd, after school in room 226.
DOCTOR WHO CLUB Pauses for MARCH BREAK
We will return with more adventures in time & space on Friday March 22nd. Enjoy your time off…the Doctor will return!
DOCTOR WHO CLUB: Coming March 7th
The 11th Doctor is trying to work out the mystery behind Clara Oswald…how can he have met the same person across multiple time zones? The questions only get more complicated when a Wi-Fi disaster brings them together once again in the present day. Join us this week for THE BELLS OF ST. JOHN. Because of March Break, our meeting takes place THIS THURSDAY, after school in room 226.
DOCTOR WHO CLUB: Coming March 1st
This week we re-live the monumental event of the first season of 21st century Doctor Who with the return of the Doctor’s arch-enemies: the Daleks. Join us as we relive the moment with the 9th Doctor & Rose, coming face-to-face with another survivor of the Time War in 2005’s DALEK. As it’s the first meeting of a new month, we will also be holding our March Prize Raffle. The thrills begin this Friday, after school in room 226.
Announcements
DOCTOR WHO CLUB: Coming Oct. 10th
Have you ever heard of the Weeping Angels? Prepare for a crash course if you’re one of the few who haven’t…and prepare to find out what happens when you face an army of these quantum-locked stone assassins from the dawn of time. Join the 11th Doctor, Amy & River Song as they face such an army this week…and come face to face with all sorts of timey-wimey issues…in THE TIME OF ANGELS. Join us this Thursday (due to the PD Day) October 10th after school in room 226. And remember…don’t blink!
DOCTOR WHO CLUB: Coming Oct. 4th
The Doctor’s arch-enemy, the Master, is causing chaos with his Nestene partners & Auton servants. The entire world’s stock of plastic is now a threat to humanity…can the Doctor stop the threat before the Nestenes invade Earth? Join us this week to find out as the Doctor & UNIT battle the forces of evil in Parts 3 & 4 of TERROR OF THE AUTONS. The battle begins this Friday Oct. 4th, after school in room 226. We will also be hosting our October Prize Raffle. All new members welcome.
University of Guelph National Scholarship
U of G’s top Scholarships
value: $42,500
due: January 27th, 2025
Lincoln Alexander Chancellor’s Scholarships (2)
Criteria:
- 90% average
- leadership contributions to school and community
- demonstrative innovative appraoaches to change and improvement
Applications Open in December
DOCTOR WHO CLUB: Coming Sept. 27th
It’s 1971. The 3rd Doctor is in exile on Earth, working as UNIT’s Scientific Advisor. In the span of a single day, he will meet his new assistant, prepare to fight a returning alien menace…and come face to face with his one-time best friend & now deadly enemy: The Master. Join us this week as we watch Parts 1 & 2 of TERROR OF THE AUTONS — Friday Sept. 27th after school in room 226. All new members are welcome.
Loran Scholarship
Loran Scholarship: Integrity, Service, and Leadership
Due Date: Oct. 9th, 2024: 1 page extra-curricular resume due in Guidance to be considered for nomination
Numerous awards (138) of varying amounts up to $100, 000
Minimum cumulative average of 85%
Loran seeks applicants who possess:
- Integrity
- Courage
- Compassion and kindness
- Determination
- Personal autonomy and self-motivation
- Intellectual curiosity
- Resilience
- Commitment to service
Please see Mr. Betik in Guidance if you are seeking 1 of 3 School Nominations for the award. Please submit a 1 page summary of your extra-curricular experiences, awards, community service, and leadership skills by the October 9th due date.
Application process : Loran Application
General website: website: www.loranscholar.ca
CPIC Recruitment
The Catholic Parent Involvement Committee is recruiting. Please see the following for more information: CPIC Recruitment 2024-25
