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Wednesday, December 4, 2019 - Volume 12, Issue 9

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ST. BENEDICT DRAMA PRODUCTIONS PROUDLY PRESENTS

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December 5, 6 and 7

Shows at 7:00 pm nightly, matinee show at 2:00 on Saturday

School Cash Online sales close at midnight tonight, tickets will be available at the door (cash only)

Administrative

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Uniform Reminder

With the colder weather upon us, we would like to remind parents/students about our uniform policy at St. Benedict. The only item to be worn under a uniform top is a plain white, or navy blue short/long sleeved crew neck shirt. No hoodies or sweatshirts are to be worn under a uniform top at any time of the school year. If students are unable to be in proper uniform, they will be asked to work in the Main Office.

Community Supports for the Holiday Season

Christmas is a time for family and a time of joy and celebration. It can also be stressful.

The Community Outreach Program can help link families with supports and resources, such as Financial/Food Supports, Grief and Coping over the holidays, and subsidies for Children’s Recreation Programs. For more information call (519) 742-8327 ext. 240 or email info@familyoutreach.ca https://www.houseoffriendship.org/how-we-help/family-neighbourhood-supports/

Support is also available from the Self Help Foodbank, call (519) 622-6550 to see if you qualify.

If you or someone you love is feeling overwhelmed and hopeless over the holidays and you don’t know where to turn, call HERE 24/7 1 (844) 437 3247, www.here247.ca.

Sensitive Santa

Is your child sensory sensitive? If so, they can still have a visit with Santa through the Sensitive Santa program.
This sensory friendly environment provides lower lighting and a quieter surrounding. Each family that attends will receive a complimentary photo with Santa to commemorate this magical holiday season.
This special time to visit with Santa is reserved for children with social, emotional or behavioral needs.
To keep this event sensory friendly and organized, we ask that each family
Register in advance. Space is limited.
Please contact hylandr@cambridge.ca or call (519) 740-4680 ext. 4292 to register.
Help us spread the word about this magical Holiday Event!
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Grade 8 Parent & Student Night

January 16, 2020
6:30 - 8:30 PM


Details to follow in the first January issue of the BENN.

News from Guidance

Who is your Guidance Counsellor?

Mrs. Lesley O’Toole A-Di & International Students ext. 5190
Mrs. Karla Arkell Dj - Ki ext. 5636
Mr. Nick Betik Kl - Pl ext. 5633
Mrs. Laura O’Neill Po - Z ext. 5634
Mrs. O’Connor Administrative Assistant ext. 5631

Are you considering volunteering at St. Benedict?

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Volunteers are a welcome resource at St. Benedict C.S.S. The school is in a position of trust with regards to students and must strive to protect their intellectual, physical, mental, and emotional well-being. As such, the WCDSB administrative procedure (APO 001) mandates that all volunteers be screened, references checked, and Criminal Background Check (CBC) done. School administration reserves the right to oppose or rescind any volunteer placement.

If you would like to volunteer at St. Benedict, please contact Ms. Fondacaro or visit our Volunteering page on the school website.

Support Catholic Education

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Updates to the GRT fare card promotion

Fare Cards processed after September 1 are now preloaded with $25
Students currently attending a Cambridge high school and who have not previously taken part in this promotion are eligible to receive GRT’s EasyGO fare card pre-loaded with $25 in stored value (increased from last year to still be equivalent to 10 rides at the new 2019 high school reduced fare rate).

Students have until December 31, 2019 to take advantage of this promotion. More information can be found here: www.grt.ca/cambridgehs

New! Online Request Option for Parents and Students
In an effort to make getting the card easier, parents and students can now request a card by completing the online consent form available here: www.grt.ca/cambridgehs

The card, loaded with $25, will be sent directly to your high school for student pick up.
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Academic

Enriching the Lives of Students

There many opportunities for students to enhance their learning experience: Enrichment courses, LEAP, OYAP, UCEP, Co-op, Home Build, SHSM, and Skills Canada. Visit the Enrichment blog for information on all these opportunities. The Blogroll contains a plethora of learning enhancements. To learn more about what we offer, click on Enrichment@St.Benedict.

English Corner

To receive an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) each student must obtain four credits in English (one credit per grade). Visit the English blog to read the course offerings provided by the Saint Benedict English Department. The Blogroll has great resources for both students and parents. Enjoy! English@St.Benedict blog.

Advanced Placement at St. Benedict

Advanced Placement (AP) is an internationally recognized program that allows students to enrich the Ontario Curriculum with the goal of achieving university accreditation.

What does the research say about AP students?
Research shows that the best predictor of whether or not a student completes a university degree is not their high school grades or standardized tests. Rather, the best predictor is how many challenging courses a student has taken in high school. Students who challenge themselves with AP courses and exams are much more likely to complete a university degree in four years or less.

Visit the Advanced Placement blog:
https://advancedplacementsaintbenedict.wordpress.com/

UW Beaver Computing Challenge results are in!

By Mr. A. Milardovic

As was noted in the last issue of the BENN, over one hundred and forty grade 9 and 10 students put their logic and problem-solving skills to the test and participated in the University of Waterloo's Beaver Computing Challenge on Wednesday, November 13. This Monday the results were made public.

Congratulations to the following students for getting onto the Honour Roll for receiving a mark over 90%:

Scoring 86/90: Bradley Low, Sofia Antelmi, Syed Hashmi, Luciano Jardim, Ethan Silva, Noah Stott
Scoring 84/90: Zade Samhouri

Students who enjoyed thecontest should consider joining Coding Club if they are interested in programming, and thing about taking the ICS 3U Introduction to Computer Science or ICS 3C Introduction to Computer Programming course when they make their course selections.

Many thanks to Mr. Anderton, Mrs. Brennan, Ms. Gonzalez-Day, and Mr. Szpiech for getting their math and computer classes involved!

Co-operative Career Fair coming up

Please join us in the atrium on Monday, December 9 between 10am and 12pm for our Co-op career fair. Our coop students will be proudly showcasing what they have been up to this semester.

We will also have some guests here from the Volunteer Action Centre, YMCA Employment Services, Lutherwood Youth Job Connect, and SHSM that can give students valuable information and resources about volunteer opportunities and part time and summer employment.
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Are you looking for your SHSM information?

Do you know that all the trainings, confirmation pages, and progress reports are sent to your school email account? It is very important to check your school email account regularly. If you think there are any errors in your progress report, please see Mrs. Crowell in the co-op office.

Are you signed up for SHSM?

Training opportunities are happening! Check your school email account for messages about upcoming certifications.
You can also go to highskills.ca and go under trips and trainings for your school and sector to see what is coming up.

Arts & Culture

Business

Construction

Energy

Environment

Health & Wellness

Hospitality & Tourism

Info & Communications Tech

Justice, Emergency Services & Community Safety

Manufacturing

Transportation

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GOT QUESTIONS?

See your guidance counsellor or Mrs. Crowell in the co-op office.

St. Benedict Library Learning Commons

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All St. Benedict students should have an Idea Exchange library card.

This card allows you to access your school’s library databases and eBooks, and to sign out books and other materials from your Library Learning Commons. Printing is available from the library computers for a cost of 25 cents per side. Your school print credits cannot be used in the library.
If you aren’t sure if you have a library card or you have lost your card, please come to the member services desk.

Sports

Wrestlers tackle first tournament

Last Friday the wrestling team traveled to Monsignor Doyle St. Benedict’s to compete in their first meet of the season. it was an exciting day for our first time wrestlers with all 3 of them medaling!

Congratulations goes out to….
Alyssa Simpson - silver
Anya Kok - bronze
Zoe Benoit - bronze
Our female team named 5th overall.
They displayed great character and sportsmanship throughout the day!

Sports results

JUNIOR BOYS BASKETBALL
Monsignor Doyle CSS 70, St. Benedict CSS 48
St. Benedict CSS 70, Rockway MC 39

SENIOR BOYS BASKETBALL
St. Benedict CSS 81, Pere-Rene-de-Galinee 11
St. Benedict CSS 76, Monsignor Doyle CSS 17
St. Benedict CSS 78, Rockway MC 27

JUNIOR GIRLS VOLLEYBALL
Resurrection CSS 3, St. Benedict CSS 0
St. Benedict CSS 3, Woodland Christian HS 0

SENIOR GIRLS VOLLEYBALL
St. Benedict CSS 3, Resurrection CSS 2
St. Benedict CSS 3, Woodland Christian HS 0
St. Benedict CSS 3, Pere-Rene-de-Galinee 0

Boys' Basketball team updates

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The Senior Boys basketball team moved to 3 and 0 in league play beating Rockway 78-27 Monday. The Saints also had a fine showing at the Heinbuch Classic at Conestoga College this weekend making it to the semi-finals against Toronto St. Mikes. The Saints were unable to get things going all game and fell short 55-49. Raf Llorin was named a tournament all-star. Saints next action is at home on Wednesday at 3:30pm against Resurrection.
The weekend prior, the boys won the 21st Annual Father Fogerty Tip-off Tournament in Welland over the weekend. 16 teams started the event and St. Benedict was the last one standing beating Saltfleet Hamilton (last year's OFSAA Antique Bronze winner) 78-37. After leading by 10 at half time, the boys turned up the defense a notch and held Saltfleet to 8 points in the 2nd half. The Saints attack was lead by Ben Mascarenhas with 24 points and Raf Llorin with 15. Both players were added to the tournament all-star team. On the way to the finals the Saints beat Burlington Assumption 58-40, Notre Dame College 48-39 and St Francis 66-52.

Junior

The Junior Boys basketball team was in London over the weekend at the Sir Wilfrid Laurier basketball tournament. They went 4-0 beating a strong WCI team in the finals 68-44. They are now 8-1 and have won two tournaments. Special shout out goes to Cameron Diniz who had the hot hand scoring four 3 pointers in the third quarter giving the Saints a commanding 20 point lead and eventually the championship!
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Get ready for it!

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24 senior teams ∙ 16 junior teams

January 10 & 11, 2020


For advertising opportunities in our tournament program book, please email Mr. A. Milardovic.

Student Activities

Clubs

Eco Club update for the season

As we prepare for the Christmas season, Bennie's Eco Club has some great activities planned and lots of Eco tips for the environmentally conscious individuals!
In early December, the Eco Club will be giving away FREE hot chocolate at lunch for anyone who brings in a reusable mug. We will also be hosting an Eco-friendly gift wrapping session at lunch mid-December. Stay tuned for the dates for these two events and follow the Eco Club on Instagram: bennies_eco_club.

Christmas Eco Tips:

  1. Use LED Christmas lights
  2. Instead of wrapping paper (which is NOT recyclable), use Eco-friendly gift wrap like newspaper, brown paper, cloth (table cloths, scarves), etc.
  3. Make your own Christmas cards using recycled paper and materials
  4. Instead of buying gifts, make a donation on someone's behalf (eg. towards planting trees, donate to an organization like Friends of the Earth)
  5. When buying gifts, choose companies that are Eco-friendly (eg. Ten Tree plants 10 trees for every article of clothing that you buy!)
Have an amazing November and December and join the Eco Club on Mondays at lunch in room 300 to be part of the solution!

The Arts

Other News

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Chaplin Family YMCA Teen Drop in Zone

The YMCA Teen Drop in Zone is a safe place for teenagers age 13-19 to come together and enjoy the space for free and without a membership. In the Teen Zone, there is a variety of fun activities that youth can participate in including pool and ping-pong matches, jam sessions in the music room, games in the lounge room, and basketball in the gym. There are some programs run through the Teen Zone such as Dinnertime on Wednesdays, Girls Group on Thursdays, and ‘Flix Fridays. Other programs require registration such as the Just Hangin’ Out program for youth with special needs and the Newcomer Youth program for newcomers to Canada. Visit the Chaplin Family YMCA for more information and to hang out!

Chaplin Family YMCA Newcomer Youth Program

The Newcomer Youth Program is a 10-week program for newcomers to Canada. During these 10 weeks, registered youth have opportunities to participate in recreational activities, build leadership skills, connect with their community, and make friends from a variety of cultural backgrounds. This program is for teenagers ages 12-21 and runs on Fridays from 5:00-7:00pm. Registration for the new year starts soon! For more information, email yyouthprograms@ckw.ymca.ca or visit the Teen Zone in the Chaplin YMCA building.

Calendar of Events

Be sure to visit our school website for an updated calendar with detailed information links for most calendar entries.
Wednesday, December 4
2:00pm: Swimming: Mini-Meet #2
2:15pm: Magic the Gathering club
3:00pm: Sr. Boys Basketball vs Resurrection CSS
3:00pm: Sr. Girls Volleyball @ St. David CSS
3:00pm: Jr. Girls Volleyball @ St. David CSS
4:30pm: Jr. Boys Basketball vs Resurrection CSS

Thursday, December 5
8:00am: Wrestling: Waterloo-Oxford Tournament
9:00am: SHSM Training: Massage Techniques
10:40am: MCU Club
10:40am: Coders Club
10:40am: DECA Business Club
10:40am: Chess Club
10:40am: Racing Saints E-Car Team
2:15pm: Band
2:15pm: Doctor Who Video Club
2:15pm: Sr. Boys Hockey @ St. Mary's HS
3:00pm: Novice Girls Volleyball vs St. David’s #1
3:40pm: Novice Girls Volleyball vs Monsignor Doyle CSS
4:20pm: Novice Girls Volleyball vs Resurrection #2
7:00pm: Beauty and the Beast

Friday, December 6
Professional Activity Day
7:00pm: Beauty and the Beast

Saturday, December 7
2:00pm: Beauty and the Beast
7:00pm: Beauty and the Beast

Sunday, December 8
Second Sunday of Advent

Monday, December 9
10:00am: Co-op Career Fair
10:40am: Fresh Club
10:40am: MCU Club
10:40am: Finance Club
2:15pm: Choir
3:00pm: Jr. Boys Basketball vs Woodland Christian HS
3:30pm: Sr. Girls Volleyball @ Rockway MC
3:30pm: Jr. Girls Volleyball @ Rockway MC
4:30pm: Sr. Boys Basketball vs Woodland Christian HS

Tuesday, December 10
8:30am: SHSM Training: Animal First Aid
10:40am: Arts Council
10:40am: DECA Business Club
10:40am: Champions for Change Club
10:40am: Racing Saints E-Car Team
2:30pm: Sr. Boys Hockey vs St. David CSS

Wednesday, December 11
9:00am: SHSM Training: Emergency Responses & Incident Management
10:40am: Eco Club
10:40am: Model UN Club
10:40am: Cosmo Club
10:40am: Spoken Word Club
10:40am: MarioKart Club
10:40am: Racing Saints E-Car Team
2:15pm: Magic the Gathering club
3:00pm: Swimming: Mini-Meet #3
3:00pm: Sr. Girls Volleyball vs Monsignor Doyle CSS
3:00pm: Jr. Girls Volleyball vs Monsignor Doyle CSS
3:30pm: Sr. Boys Basketball @ Our Lady of Mount Carmel
5:00pm: Jr. Boys Basketball @ Our Lady of Mount Carmel

Thursday, December 12
9:30am: SHSM Training: Zoom Boom
10:40am: MCU Club
10:40am: DECA Business Club
10:40am: Chess Club
10:40am: Racing Saints E-Car Team
2:15pm: Band
2:30pm: Sr. Boys Hockey vs Resurrection CSS
3:00pm: Novice Girls Volleyball vs Monsignor Doyle CSS
3:40pm: Novice Girls Volleyball vs Resurrection #2
4:20pm: Novice Girls Volleyball vs Resurrection #1

Friday, December 13
Advent/Christmas Basket Faith Assembly
10:40am: MCU Club
10:40am: Coders Club
2:15pm: Doctor Who Video Club
3:00pm: Jr. Girls Volleyball vs ES Père-René-de-Galinée
Sunday, December 15
Third Sunday of Advent

Monday, December 16
SAC Christmas Week
10:40am: Fresh Club
10:40am: MCU Club
10:40am: Finance Club
11:00am: SHSM Training: Print Making
2:15pm: Choir
3:00pm: Jr. Boys Basketball @ St. David CSS
3:30pm: Sr. Girls Volleyball @ St. Mary's HS
3:30pm: Jr. Girls Volleyball @ St. Mary's HS
4:30pm: Sr. Boys Basketball @ St. David CSS

Tuesday, December 17
SAC Christmas Week
10:40am: Arts Council
10:40am: DECA Business Club
10:40am: Champions for Change Club
10:40am: Racing Saints E-Car Team

Wednesday, December 18
SAC Christmas Week
BENN Newsletter release
8:00am: Wrestling: St. Mary's Tournament
10:40am: Eco Club
10:40am: Model UN Club
10:40am: Cosmo Club
10:40am: Spoken Word Club
10:40am: MarioKart Club
10:40am: Racing Saints E-Car Team
2:15pm: Magic the Gathering club
3:00pm: Sr. Girls Volleyball vs St. David CSS
3:00pm: Jr. Girls Volleyball vs St. David CSS
4:00pm: Swimming: D8 Championships

Thursday, December 19
SAC Christmas Week
10:40am: MCU Club
10:40am: DECA Business Club
10:40am: Chess Club
10:40am: Racing Saints E-Car Team
2:15pm: Band
3:30pm: Novice Girls Volleyball vs St. Mary’s
4:10pm: Novice Girls Volleyball vs St. David’s #2
4:50pm: Novice Girls Volleyball vs Resurrection #2

Friday, December 20
SAC Christmas Week
Christmas Assembly
10:40am: MCU Club
10:40am: Coders Club
2:15pm: Doctor Who Video Club

Saturday, December 21
Winter Solstice

Sunday, December 22
Fourth Sunday of Advent

Monday, December 23
Christmas Holidays begins

Tuesday, December 24
Christmas Eve

Wednesday, December 25
Christmas Day

Tuesday, December 31
New Year's Eve

Wednesday, January 1
New Year's Day

Monday, January 6
School re-opens (Full Day of classes)
10:40am: Fresh Club
10:40am: MCU Club
10:40am: Finance Club
2:15pm: Choir







See the calendar on the school website for the most up-to-date information!

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