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Wednesday, May 1, 2024 - Volume 16, Issue 18

Admin Team

Mr. J. Figueiredo
Principal
A & International

Mr. M. Anderton
Vice Principal
B-G

Mrs. L. Craftchick
Vice Principal
H-N

Mr. R. Roque
Vice Principal
O-Z
  • Respect each other and always treat others with dignity. Talk to staff and other students in a calm, appropriate, and respectful manner. Positively communicate and follow directions of staff in the hallways.
  • 5 minutes out of the classroom should be all the time needed to use the washroom.
  • Same Floor means that students should be using the closest washroom to their classroom.
  • Washroom Expectations all students have the right to a washroom experience that is free from disruption, video recording, image capture, bullying, violence, vaping, smoking, etc.​ Students are expected keep this a safe place.

Hey Saints! Get your 2023-2024 Yearbook now!

There are limited copies available, so make sure to purchase yours through School cash online while supplies last! See Ms. Weiditch if you have any questions.

Class of 2024!

Looking for Convocation updates?

Check out the Convocation 2024 page on the school website. Important updates posted! Click here for the Convocation 2024 Information Session presentation.

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

https://www.wcdsb.ca/parents/

Stay Connected with
St. Benedict's!

Twitter

@StBenedictCSS
Instagram
@bennies_sac_updates

News from Guidance

Who is your Guidance Counsellor?

Counsellor’s Name

Ext

Last names

Mrs. O’Toole
5190
A – De
Ms. Varriano Lane
5635
Dh – Ho, International students
Mrs. Novakovich
5636
Hu - L
Mr Betik
5633
M - Ri
Mrs. O’Neill
5634
Ro – Z
Administrative Assistant: Mrs. McAulay-Arruda, ext. 5631

GUIDANCE D2L

For additional information throughout the year, please visit the Guidance D2L page.

Community Service Hours

It is a requirement of graduation that each student complete 40 hours of community service. There are many opportunities to fulfill this requirement. Please visit the school website for links to community opportunities and a fillable form to submit their hours.

Want to be better informed?

Welcome to Guidance D2L!

The Guidance Team would like to communicate regularly with students and parents about:
  • college and university visits - and bursary and scholarship opportunities
  • volunteer and exchange opportunities
  • available academic supports including homework club
  • convocation etc.
We have now moved to D2L and would like to make sure all students are able to access this important information.
When students sign in to D2L (through My Apps), they should land on the Bennies D2L page (see logo in yellow).
If, when students log in, they land on the WCDSB D2L page (see logo in yellow), scroll down the page until you see My Schools on the left and choose St. Benedict.
Next, are you taking an elearning course from another board? Please be sure to scroll down to My Courses In Other Orgs on the left - as this is where your elearning course(s) will be found.
Lastly, please be sure to turn your notifications on so you do not miss any announcements!

Yearbook Update

Hello St. Benedict Students and Parents! Our 2023-2024 Yearbooks are now available for purchase through School Cash Online. There are a limited number available, so make sure to get yours today. They will be available for September 2024 distribution.

Wednesday night

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Friday night

Academics

Are you a grade 12 or 5th year returning student in Sept 2024?

Are you interested in a career in the construction sector?

If so, then maybe the Semester 1 Accelerated OYAP Level 1 Construction Craft Worker Program offered through LIUNA is right for you.

This program provides students with a unique opportunity to gain valuable skills and experience in the construction industry. It is designed to accelerate the apprenticeship process and provide students with a head start in the construction sector.

Please review this information handout.

Application Instructions:

  • Interested (Grade 12 and 5th year students) are to visit their guidance counsellor to review the details and scheduling of the program.
  • Students must complete the online co-op program selection form – https://lf.wcdsb.ca/Forms/EXPLRN002F. Students are to select the Accelerated OYAP program then Union finally the Construction Craft Worker LIUNA program.
  • A central co-op teacher will reach out to all applicants for a pre-course planning meeting.
    • An OYAP form, LIUNA application and Aptitude test must be completed.
  • Interviews will be held by LIUNA on May 27th, 2024.
Applications for the program will be accepted until Friday, May 10th, 2024. We encourage all eligible students to apply and take advantage of this wonderful opportunity.

Specific questions about the program and LIUNA can be directed to: Joe Sciarra at jsciarra@liuna837tc.com.

Athletics

Attention all football players!

There is a mandatory meeting for all athletes looking to play football in September. The meeting will take place on Friday, May 3rd at lunch in the lecture hall. See you then!

Sports Results

VARSITY GIRLS SOCCER
St. Mary's HS 2, St. Benedict CSS 1
St. David CSS 3, St. Benedict CSS 1
St. Benedict CSS 6, ES Pere-Rene-de-Galinee 3

SENIOR BOYS SOCCER
St. Benedict CSS 2, St. David CSS 1
St. Benedict CSS 8, ES Pere-Rene-de-Galinee 0

Other News

News from the Library

From the librarian’s desk

Hey BenniesHappy May! I hope you’re able to enjoy the spring weather. Idea Exchange has tonnes of cool sports gear and gardening toolsnow’s the time to use ‘em! Check out our seed library and get growing! The nice weather is just around the corner.

Fan Week!

Put your pop culture prowess to the test at our Fan Week trivia event at 2:15pm this Friday, May 3rd. Whether you're a die-hard Potterhead, a Marvel maniac, or a gaming guru, there's something for everyone at the trivia event of the year.
Unleash your inner geek and compete for great prizes, as well as the title of Ultimate Fan. Did I mention there will be snacks?
Idea Exchange has a full line-up of Fan Week events, including Retro Gaming at the Old Post Office on 2 May. Check it out!
For your virtual library needs, visit the St Benedict Library Learning Commons site here or the Idea Exchange site here.

Calendar of Events

Thursday, May 2
6:15am: Rowing Club
9:30am: SHSM Workshop: Anti-Oppression and Allyship
10:35am: IRIS Club (GSA)
10:35am: French club
10:35am: Reach for the Top Trivia club
10:35am: HOSA Club
10:35am: Seams Sew Easy Club
10:35am: Coding Club
10:35am: Model UN Club
10:35am: Percussion Ensemble
10:35am: Chess Club
10:35am: MCU Club
2:15pm: Robotics Club
2:15pm: E-car Club
2:15pm: Concert Band
2:15pm: Math Club
2:15pm: Games Club
4:00pm: Jazz Band

Friday, May 3
6:15am: Rowing Club
10:35am: Indigenous Student Group meeting
10:35am: Girls Garage club
10:35am: Choir
10:35am: Star Trek Club
2:15pm: Ping Pong club
2:15pm: Doctor Who club

Sunday, May 5
Catholic Education Week

Monday, May 6
10:35am: Coding Club
10:35am: SEEC Club
10:35am: Choir
2:15pm: Robotics Club

Tuesday, May 7
10:35am: IRIS Club (GSA)
10:35am: Mario Kart Club
10:35am: Arts Council
10:35am: Chess Club
10:35am: MCU Club
11:00am: Rosary Club
2:15pm: Robotics Club

Wednesday, May 8
6:15am: Rowing Club
10:35am: Guitar Club
10:35am: Cosmo Club
2:15pm: Robotics Club
2:15pm: Rock Climbing club
2:15pm: E-car Club

Thursday, May 9
6:15am: Rowing Club
10:35am: IRIS Club (GSA)
10:35am: French club
10:35am: Reach for the Top Trivia club
10:35am: HOSA Club
10:35am: Seams Sew Easy Club
10:35am: Coding Club
10:35am: Model UN Club
10:35am: Percussion Ensemble
10:35am: Chess Club
10:35am: MCU Club
2:15pm: Robotics Club
2:15pm: E-car Club
2:15pm: Concert Band
2:15pm: Math Club
2:15pm: Games Club
4:00pm: Jazz Band
Friday, May 10
6:15am: Rowing Club
10:35am: Indigenous Student Group meeting
10:35am: Girls Garage club
10:35am: Choir
10:35am: Star Trek Club
2:15pm: Ping Pong club
2:15pm: Doctor Who club

Monday, May 13
10:35am: Coding Club
10:35am: SEEC Club
10:35am: Choir
2:15pm: Robotics Club

Tuesday, May 14
9:00am: SHSM Workshop: YMCA Camp Ki-Wa-Y
10:35am: IRIS Club (GSA)
10:35am: Mario Kart Club
10:35am: Arts Council
10:35am: Chess Club
10:35am: MCU Club
11:00am: Rosary Club
2:15pm: Robotics Club

Wednesday, May 15
BENN Newsletter release
6:15am: Rowing Club
10:35am: Guitar Club
10:35am: Cosmo Club
2:15pm: Robotics Club
2:15pm: Rock Climbing club
2:15pm: E-car Club

Thursday, May 16
6:15am: Rowing Club
10:35am: IRIS Club (GSA)
10:35am: French club
10:35am: Reach for the Top Trivia club
10:35am: HOSA Club
10:35am: Seams Sew Easy Club
10:35am: Coding Club
10:35am: Model UN Club
10:35am: Percussion Ensemble
10:35am: Chess Club
10:35am: MCU Club
2:15pm: Robotics Club
2:15pm: E-car Club
2:15pm: Concert Band
2:15pm: Math Club
2:15pm: Games Club
4:00pm: Jazz Band

Friday, May 17
6:15am: Rowing Club
10:35am: Indigenous Student Group meeting
10:35am: Girls Garage club
10:35am: Choir
10:35am: Star Trek Club
2:15pm: Ping Pong club
2:15pm: Doctor Who club

Monday, May 20
Victoria Day

Be sure to check out the calendar on the school website for updates!

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