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Wednesday, April 2, 2025 - Volume 17, Issue 16
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St. Benedict Catholic Secondary School is Moving Off X: Follow Us on Instagram
St. Benedict will no longer be active on X (formerly Twitter). This change is part of a broader move across WCDSB in response to growing concerns about the platform. Our goal is to continue sharing updates in a space that reflects our values—faith, inclusion, and respect—and supports positive, meaningful engagement.
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Going forward, school news and announcements will be shared on our new Instagram account, as well as WCDSB’s other platforms on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. A pinned post on our X account will direct followers to our new home on Instagram, and the account will remain active until September 1, 2025, at the latest to support the transition.
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Please follow us here to stay connected:
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St. Benedict Main Instagram – @stbenedictwcdsb
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You can also follow WCDSB’s central and department-specific Instagram accounts for updates and stories from across the board:
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WCDSB Official Board Account – @Waterloocdsb
Learning & Curriculum – @WCDSB_Learns
Student Wellbeing & Mental Health – @WCDSB_Wellness
Innovation & Technology – @WCDSB_Innovates
Special Education – @WCDSB_Specialed
Experiential Learning – @WCDSB_Experiential
Athletics – @WCDSB_D8Athletics
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Thank you for your support as we navigate the evolving social media landscape. For updates across the board, visit www.wcdsb.ca.
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Are you an artist?
Would you like to win $50?
Join the St. Benedict Art Contest!
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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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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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Girls softball meeting tomorow
Any senior girls interested in playing softball this year please come to a mandatory meeting tomorrow (Thursday, April 3) in room 123 at the start of lunch. We are looking for any senior girls who have played softball at any level or who simply enjoy the sport.
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Please see Mr. Riso, Ms. Dufresne or Ms. Vitello if you have any further questions.
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Hockey Wrap-up
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Congratulations to the varsity boys hockey team on their phenomenal season. At OFSAA, the Saints lost a close game 2 to 1 to Father John Redmond from Toronto, defeated St. Jean Brebeuf of Hamilton when Alex Hammer scored the game winning goal with 13 seconds remaining.
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The Saints lost their final game Brooklin of Whitby by a score of 6 to 3. We are all proud of your accomplishments this season.
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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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From the librarian’s desk
Calling all songwriters! Are you ready to unlock your creativity and level up your craft? The library is hosting local songwriter extraordinaire, Eric Bolton, for a songwriting workshop on Thursday from 6-730pm. Sign up in the library or online at ideaexchange.org. Don't miss this opportunity for insights on songwriting from one of Cambridge's finest musicians!
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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, 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
Monday, April 7
10:40am: Percussion Club
2:00pm: Homework Club
2:15pm: Film Club
Tuesday, April 8
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 9
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, April 10
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, April 11
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
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Sunday, April 13
Palm Sunday
Monday, April 14
10:40am: Percussion Club
2:00pm: Homework Club
2:15pm: Film Club
Tuesday, April 15
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 16
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 17
Holy Thursday
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 18
Good Friday
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Be sure to check out the calendar on the school website for updates!
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