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Wednesday, April 30, 2025 - Volume 17, Issue 18
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Admin Team
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St. Benedict Instagram
@stbenedictwcdsb
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Vale, pastor bone! 🕯️
This Easter Monday, we mourned the passing of Pope Francis. His life was a witness to compassion, courage, and a deep love for those on the margins of society.
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Just one day before his death, during his final Urbi et Orbi blessing, he offered a message that now feels especially sacred. Though physically weak, his spirit remained strong. He called us to rise with Christ, to be pilgrims of hope, and to build a world where no one is forgotten. He spoke for those suffering from war, displacement, and injustice. He urged us to reject the logic of fear that isolates and hardens hearts, and instead embrace love that welcomes, heals, and includes.
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In Catholic education, we carry this mission forward, helping one another to rise in love that is just, inclusive, and courageous.
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May Pope Francis rest in the peace of the Risen Christ.
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CLASS OF 2025!
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Have you requested your guest tickets already?
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If not - please do so ASAP or make any changes needed. Form closes at 7:00pm tonight in order to be able to start to assign tickets. ONLY students in the Class of 2025 can access the form using their WCDSB email address. Parents/guardians cannot access the form with their email address.
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Our Convocation ceremony is fast approaching! Gown and Ticket pick up will be at the end of May. Stay tuned to announcements and the school website for updates and important dates. https://stbenedict.wcdsb.ca/convocation-2025/
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Relay For Life!
We are thrilled to announce our school’s participation in Relay For Life, a powerful event in support of the Canadian Cancer Society and their ongoing mission to fund life-saving cancer research and support Canadians affected by cancer.
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🌼 Why We Relay
Cancer has touched many of our lives, whether personally or through someone we love. Relay For Life is our way of standing together as a school community to make a difference. Every step we take and every dollar we raise brings us closer to a future without cancer.
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🎯 Our Fundraising Goal: $30,000
We’ve set an ambitious goal to raise $30,000, and with your support, we know we can achieve it! All proceeds go directly to the Canadian Cancer Society to fund research, advocacy, and patient support services.
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🕯️ Luminary Ceremony
One of the most touching parts of the evening is the Luminary Ceremony, where we come together to honor loved ones we’ve lost, celebrate those who’ve survived, and support those currently facing cancer. It's a moment of reflection, hope, and unity.
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💻 Student Registration & Donations
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Registration Fee Online: $20 per participant which includes a Relay For Life T-shirt, lunch, and fun!
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Register by Monday May 5th, 2025 to ensure your spot for Relay For Life
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🎉 What to Expect
This event is not just meaningful – it’s also a ton of fun! Expect:
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Live music and entertainment
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And most importantly, a day of fun for a great cause!
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📅 Save the Date!
Date: Thursday May 22nd, 2025
Time: 8:30am-2:00pm
Location: St. Benedict C.S.S track field
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Let’s come together as a school and community to make a difference. We hope to see you there!
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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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Visiting Grade 8 Teachers
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As part of its ongoing commitment to supporting students through their transition from elementary to high school, St. Benedict is introducing a new initiative to strengthen the connection between Grade 8 and Grade 9 teachers. This collaboration aims to provide a smoother transition for students as they adjust to the challenges of high school life.
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Thirteen Grade 8 teachers and nine Grade 9 teachers have been selected to participate in this valuable cross-panel initiative. The first step in the process involved an initial meeting where teachers discussed the key differences and similarities between secondary and elementary school. They also explored the unique challenges that students face both in their final year of elementary school and as they begin their high school journey.
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This collaboration will continue with a series of in-classroom visits scheduled for April and May. During these visits, Grade 8 teachers will observe Grade 9 math, English, and French classes to gain a deeper understanding of the high school experience their students will soon encounter. Likewise, Grade 9 teachers will spend time in Grade 8 classrooms to see how students are prepared before making the leap to high school.
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After the classroom visits, teachers will come together for a debrief session to share insights and strategies. The goal of these discussions is to identify ways to better support students during this crucial transition and to ensure they are well-prepared for academic success in subjects such as math, English, and French.
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Through this collaborative effort, St. Benedict hopes to make the transition to high school as seamless as possible for both students and their families, setting them up for success in their future academic endeavors.
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Girls Rugby
Last Wednesday, the Varsity Girls Rugby team hit the pitch for their first 2 games of the season in Waterloo.
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First, the Saints battled Monsignor Doyle in a back and forth battle. Scoring for Saints was opened up by first year player, Marianna Ruiz. Nevaeh Holmes scored next, locking the score at 10 a side. Unfortunately, a late break by Doyle, put them up 15-10 to win the game.
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Your Saints did not have much time to dwell, as they were back on the pitch an hour later vs St. Mary’s. The Saints fought hard with trys scored by both Chloe Friedrich and Gabi Stewart, but ultimately suffered a 27-10 defeat. Solid individual efforts by Miqaela Olatundun in the rucks and Shyla Jelski-Porter and Saige Bromley with some solid tackles.
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The Saints look for redemption this Wednesday as they play St. Mary’s at the Conestoga Fields in Cambridge.
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See the calendar on the school website for complete sport schedule listings!
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Sports results
VARSITY GIRLS SOCCER
St. Benedict CSS 3, ESC Pere-Rene de Galinee 0
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Resurrection CSS 5, St. Benedict CSS 3
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St. Benedict CSS 4, Woodland Christian HS 2
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SENIOR BOYS SOCCER
St. Benedict CSS 6, ESC Pere-Rene de Galinee 1
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St. Benedict CSS 4, Resurrection CSS 2
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St. Benedict CSS 1, Woodland Christian HS 0
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Monsignor Doyle CSS 15, St. Benedict CSS 10
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St. Mary HS 27, St. Benedict CSS 27
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Attention all Junior & Senior football players
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The Saints Football Spring Camp is around the corner!Camp will run June 2nd, 3rd and 4th after school on The Field of Dreams. A mandatory meeting will be held during both lunches on Thursday, May 8th in the Lecture Hall for more details. See Mr. Vale or Mr. Mendonca for any questions or concerns.
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Bible Study group
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The first meeting for Bible Study at Bennies has been rescheduled to next Thursday, May 8th during both Lunch A and Lunch B in the Chapel. See you next week!
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From the librarian’s desk
Hey Bennies – it’s been a busy and exciting semester so far, with students visiting for books, study spaces, fun events, and more. With a student Book Club, art events, research workshops and even mock elections, the library continues to be a vibrant hub for learning and connection. I’m continuously inspired by the enthusiasm our students bring through the doors each day, whether they’re here for quiet study, to collaborate on group work, or simply looking for their next favourite read.
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Student Vote
With two elections taking place this semester, students have had incredible opportunities to explore the democratic process in action thanks to Student Vote, a national initiative that brings democracy to life through large-scale mock elections.Mr. Healey and his dedicated team of student volunteers ran Student Vote events for both the federal and provincial elections, welcoming hundreds of students to the library to cast their ballots. Bennies students led the way in civic engagement, casting more ballots than any other school in Cambridge in both elections! Check out the full results from the Student Vote federal election here.
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Looking for a Job?
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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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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 1
10:40am: Are you smarter than a high schooler? Show
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, May 2
Jersey Day
10:40am: Boomers vs. Zoomers Basketball Game
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, May 5
10:40am: Percussion Club
2:00pm: Homework Club
2:15pm: Film Club
Tuesday, May 6
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
6:00pm: Catholic Schools Advisory Council Meeting
Wednesday, May 7
8:00am: AP English Literature and Composition Exam
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, May 8
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, May 9
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, May 11
Mothers' Day
Monday, May 12
8:00am: AP Calculus Exam
10:40am: Percussion Club
2:00pm: Homework Club
2:15pm: Film Club
Tuesday, May 13
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, May 14
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, May 15
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, May 16
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, May 19
Victoria Day Holiday
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Be sure to check out the calendar on the school website for updates!
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