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Wednesday, May 15, 2024 - Volume 16, Issue 19
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- 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.
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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.
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Class of 2024!
Grad Pick-up next week
Attention students attending the Convocation Ceremony on Monday June 10: Your Graduation Cap, Gown, Guest Tickets and important ceremony information can be picked up next week Wednesday through Friday during lunch in Room 111.
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Looking for Convocation updates?
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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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Stay Connected with St. Benedict's!
Twitter
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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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Dh – Ho, International students
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Administrative Assistant: Mrs. McAulay-Arruda, ext. 5631
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GUIDANCE D2L
For additional information throughout the year, please visit the Guidance D2L page.
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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.
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Want to be better informed?
Welcome to Guidance D2L!
The Guidance Team would like to communicate regularly with students and parents about:
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college and university visits - and bursary and scholarship opportunities
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volunteer and exchange opportunities
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available academic supports including homework club
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We have now moved to D2L and would like to make sure all students are able to access this important information.
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When students sign in to D2L (through My Apps), they should land on the Bennies D2L page (see logo in yellow).
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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.
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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.
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Lastly, please be sure to turn your notifications on so you do not miss any announcements!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Varsity Girls Socceer Season Ends
As our season comes to a close, a big shoutout goes to the Girls Varsity Soccer Team for showcasing an outstanding display of tenacity! On Monday, we played in our final playoff game against St. Davids. Despite the challenges and setbacks, our team fought hard, showcasing incredible teamwork and unwavering commitment even playing short a player OR two, at times!
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Special shout-out goes to our keeper, Zoe Brown, who made numerous outstanding saves! Make sure to congratulate them for a wonderful season! Great job Saints!
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Sports Results
St. Benedict CSS 5, Woodland Christian HS 1
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Resurrection CSS 5, St. Benedict CSS 1
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Monsignor Doyle CSS 3, St. Benedict CSS 0
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St. David CSS 6, St. Benedict CSS 0
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St. Benedict CSS 3, Woodland Christian HS 2
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Monsignor Doyle CSS 2, St. Benedict CSS 2
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St. David CSS 7, St. Benedict CSS 3
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Resurrection CSS 15, St. Benedict CSS 4
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Resurrection CSS 19, St. Benedict CSS 3 St. Mary's HS 12, St. Benedict CSS 10
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Rugby Girls continue to win
Last Wednesday, your Saint's Girls Rugby team was back on the pitch in another battle against the St. Mary's Eagles. Your Saints continued their undefeated season with a score of 36 - 5. Anita B touched down 3 tries, Mya H scored 2 and Eva M scored 1. Naveah H added to the total score with 3 well placed converts to finish the scoring. Players of the Game were Mya H in the backs and Leila M in the forwards.
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Saints Rowers in Regatta
Huge congratulations go out to the Saints Rowing Club, represented by Luci Varriano Lane in Bow, Keira Gould in 2 Seat, Emma Hinchcliffe in 3 seat, Jadyn Morgan in Stroke Seat, and Mercidez Hall as Coxswain at the Mother's Day Rowing Regatta in St. Catharine's on Sunday! They battled through a tough start and persevered to gather together for a clean 1500m and finished strong! We wish them luck at their next regatta in 3 weeks!
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From the librarian’s desk
Hey Bennies – The end of the semester is just about in site! If you need help with your research (or just need to find a book for your novel study!) reach out today and let’s chat. Remember to take a break from studying and make sure you come out to our last two Teen Trivia events on 17 and 24 April to get some popcorn and compete with your friends.
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Looking for a Job?
The library is hiring! Join us as a student shelver and work evenings and weekends with a great team to keep the library clean and organized. Not interested in working at the library? Check out our “For Jobseekers” page to connect with job-seeking resources, like books about nailing your job interview or writing a killer cover letter.
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Need your 40 hours?
Visit the library the week of April 21-24 to meet with Amanda, Idea Exchange’s amazing volunteer coordinator. We have all kinds of volunteer opportunities, and Amanda can help you find the perfect fit and start earning hours (as well as gaining valuable skills to make you employment-ready!).
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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, 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
Tuesday, May 21 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 22 6:15am: Rowing Club 9:00am: SHSM Workshop: SFA & CPR-C (Cambridge Schools) 10:35am: Convocation material pickup in room 111 10:35am: Guitar Club 10:35am: Cosmo Club 2:15pm: Robotics Club 2:15pm: Rock Climbing club 2:15pm: E-car Club
Thursday, May 23 6:15am: Rowing Club 9:00am: SHSM Workshop: SFA & CPR-C (Cambridge Schools) 10:35am: IRIS Club (GSA) 10:35am: French club 10:35am: Reach for the Top Trivia 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
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Friday, May 24 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 27 10:35am: Coding Club 10:35am: SEEC Club 10:35am: Choir 2:15pm: Robotics Club
Tuesday, May 28 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 29 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 30 6:15am: Rowing Club 10:35am: IRIS Club (GSA) 10:35am: French club 10:35am: Reach for the Top Trivia 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 2:15pm: Doctor Who club 4:00pm: Jazz Band
Friday, May 31 PA Day
Monday, June 3 10:35am: Coding Club 10:35am: SEEC Club 10:35am: Choir 2:15pm: Robotics Club
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Be sure to check out the calendar on the school website for updates!
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