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Wednesday, November 5, 2025 - Volume 18, Issue 7
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Students Getting Into the Cold for Social Justice
Have you heard of A Better Tent City or The Bridges? These are some of the organizations that support people who are unhoused in our community, and seek solutions to the housing crisis in our region.
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If you’ve ever wondered what you can do to support people who experience housing insecurity and want to learn more, then sign up to participate in INTO THE COLD – a truly transformative experience.
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Admin Team
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@stbenedictwcdsb
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Join students from across all our Catholic high schools at St. Mary’s high school in an act of solidarity; build a student tent city to sleep in overnight, listen to guest speakers, meet people who have experienced housing insecurity, and be part of an action plan of support.
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You also earn 20 volunteer community service hours! Check out this presentation for an informational slideshow to learn more, and pick up a permission form.
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Students will organize their own tent groupings and gear. Students sharing a tent should submit their forms together. Participation is limited, so to secure your spot, submit your forms ASAP to the main office, and by November 10th at the latest.
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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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Have you purchased a Scratch Cafe punch card?
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Any Scratch Cafe punch cards that have been purchased on School Cash Online can be picked up in the office on Wednesdays during your lunch. Cards will not be issued by the office any other day but Wednesdays. You can also come see Mr. Hodgins, Mr. Calhoun or Ms. Collu to collect your cards.
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Fall Food Drive a Phenomenal Success!
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A huge thank you to all the classes and staff who contributed to this year’s Fall Food Drive! Your generosity and enthusiasm truly made a difference for our local community.
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A special shoutout goes to Ms. Danielle Trentini’s class, who not only raised funds but also delivered flyers around the neighbourhood to help get our wider community involved.
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Congratulations to Mr. Krzysztofik’s homeroom in Portable 8 — the winners of the pizza party and supervision coverage!
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Thanks again to everyone who helped make this initiative such a success. Your efforts will directly support families through the Cambridge Food Bank — a true example of the Bennies spirit!
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Who is your Guidance Counsellor?
Welcome back to all our students, we look forward to seeing you again or meeting you for the first time! We hope you had a safe and restful summer and are ready for a new school year.
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We are excited to welcome Mrs. Borba to our team. She will be joining us in Guidance and continuing to work in her role in student success. Mrs. O’Toole will be working with the International students this year.
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Guidance counselor assignments are based on the student’s last name. Please take some time to review guidance counsellors, as assignments have changed.
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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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Post-Secondary Institutions Disclosure of Information Consent Form
If you are planning to apply to College or University this year, you must complete the disclosure form. This will allow us to share your marks with post-secondary institutions. If you do not complete this form any applications, you submit will be incomplete.
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If you are unsure about your plans, please complete the form allowing us to share your marks. If you do apply it will make the application process easier.
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If you are not planning to apply to post-secondary this year, please complete the form and indicate that on the form. The form can be found on School Cash Online.
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Information on how to set up an account can be found here
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After you complete the form and check out, you will receive a confirmation email.
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Tip: if you can see the form in your School Cash online account, then it has not been completed.
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GUIDANCE D2L
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For additional information throughout the year, please visit the Guidance D2L page.
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Cosmo Club: Creativity, Community, and Connection at St. Benedict
This year, Cosmo Club is celebrating an incredible milestone — 130 members, the largest in St. Benedict’s history! Our club, led by Cosmo Teachers: Lynn McKellar and Annette DeBrabandere continues to grow as more students join in to share their creativity, build confidence, and support school-wide events.
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Throughout the year, Cosmo Club members lend their talents to a variety of SAC and Arts initiatives, including school plays, the annual Haunted House, and Mental Health Week.
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This past Halloween, 85 members helped bring the Haunted House to life on Friday, October 31. After two months of preparation — sometimes meeting twice a week — students transformed their ideas into reality, designing 36 characters and 25 chilling scenes that thrilled over 300 students who toured the attraction.
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The event raised donations that will go toward supporting local families in need over the holidays.
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Beyond special events, Cosmo Club hosts a variety of hands-on workshops and tutorials focused on hair, makeup, skin care, and nail art. These sessions give members a chance to learn new skills, express themselves, and build friendships in a supportive environment.
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At its heart, Cosmo Club is about more than just creativity — it’s about community. Our mandate is to create a safe, inclusive space where everyone feels welcome, valued, and inspired. Whether students come to learn, to help, or simply to connect, Cosmo Club continues to be a magical place where friendships and confidence flourish.
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Attention all Indigenous students and friends!
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The Indigenous Friends Club welcomes all Indigenous students and their friends to join a community built on friendship, pride, and belonging.
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This is a space to celebrate Indigenous culture, share stories, learn from one another, and find support in a positive and welcoming environment.
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When: Fridays (Lunch A) & Mondays (Lunch B)
Where: Lunch A - Room 125, Lunch B - Room 204
Who: All Indigenous students and their friends are welcome
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Through conversation, food, art, and cultural activities, the Indigenous Friends Club provides a space where students can connect, grow, and honour Indigenous identity together. Whether you want to learn more, meet new people, or simply be part of something meaningful this is your invitation to join.
Come celebrate, connect, and belong.
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SEECing Student Engagement
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Are you passionate about promoting diversity and inclusion at our school? Do you ever feel that certain voices or perspectives are underrepresented in our community? If so, we invite you to join the Student Equity and Engagement Council, SEEC for short! Our mission is to create a school culture where every student feels seen, heard, and valued. We will be meeting this Thursday at lunch A and B in the chapel. Come out and help make a difference!
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Muslim Students Association
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The Muslim Students Association, MSA, will be meeting this Monday, November 10th, during both Lunch A and Lunch B in Portable 18. Everyone is welcome to join. Come out to connect and share!
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Want to learn how to fix things, weld metal, and just be even more awesome?
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Come hang out with us at Girls Garage Club — a chill, hands-on space where students can learn basic car skills, try welding, and build cool projects together. No pressure, no experience needed — just good vibes and a willingness to get your hands a little dirty!We meet every Wednesday and Friday during Lunch B in Room 110 - The Autoshop!Have Questions? Stop by 110 anytime and speak to Mr. D
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Finance Club returns
Hey Saints! Do you have an interest in financial literacy, smart money management, and how these skills connect to real life and future career paths? Whether it’s saving up for something big, planning for the future, or exploring careers in business and finance — the Finance Club is for you!
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We meet every Wednesday after school in Room 306. It’s not too late to join in — come check it out and start building your financial knowledge and skills!
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Are you looking to Grow in Faith?
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Are you looking for a place to share your faith, and be part of a supportive community? Then you might want to join our group, Grow in Faith. Last year we began as a Bible Study group, and this year we’re expanding to do more, morning prayers, Advent and Lent videos, and helping with liturgies. Our meetings will be Wednesdays, Lunch A and B in the chapel. Come and be part of our community!
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OFSAA Cross Country results
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On Saturday, November 1st, Bennies Cross Country ended with a bang at the OFSAA Cross Country Championships at Heart Lake in Brampton. Congratulations goes out to David Kelly who finished 19th in Ontario and Austin Gordon who earned the Provincial Bronze medal!
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Attention Grade 9 students!
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Are you interested in playing basketball this year? The Novice Boys Basketball Tryout is happening this Friday, November 14th at 3:30 PM in the gym.
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This tryout is only for Grade 9 boys, so if you're interested, make sure to pick up a permission form from Room 320 or ask for Mr. Reimer in the science work room. You must have it filled out and returned before the tryout on Friday.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of the team—see you on the court!
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Sports Results
JUNIOR GIRLS BASKETBALL
Resurrection CSS 43, St. Benedict CSS 22
St. Mary's HS 36, St. Benedict CSS 20
St. David CSS 39, St. Benedict CSS 15
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Monsignor Doyle CSS 40, St. Benedict CSS 25
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SENIOR GIRLS BASKETBALL
St. Benedict CSS 57, Resurrection CSS 40
St. Benedict CSS 42, St. Mary's HS 38
St. Benedict CSS 58, St. David CSS 16
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Monsignor Doyle CSS 37, St. Benedict CSS 35
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JUNIOR BOYS FOOTBALL
Resurrection CSS 18, St. Benedict CSS 6
St. Mary's HS 7, St. Benedict CSS 0
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JUNIOR BOYS VOLLEYBALL
Resurrection CSS 3, St. Benedict CSS 0
Woodland Christian HS 3, St. Benedict CSS 0
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SENIOR BOYS VOLLEYBALL
St. Benedict CSS 3, Resurrection CSS 1
St. Benedict CSS 3, Monsignor Doyle CSS 0
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St. Benedict CSS 3, ESC Pere-Rene de Galinee 0
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SENIOR BOYS FOOTBALL
St. Benedict CSS 30, St. Mary's HS 0
St. Benedict CSS 17, Resurrection CSS 12
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Get ready to hit the slopes!
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Attention Alpine Ski Team member and interested students! There will be a mandatory lunch meeting on Thursday, November 6th in room 306 for lunch A and 308 for lunch B. There will be forms available as well as a schedule for meets and dryland training. See you there!
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News from the Library
From the Librarian's Desk
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Hey Bennies – it’s so great to see everyone so hard at work this semester! We’re nearing the halfway point already. Keep it up!
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Library Classes
This term, I’ve been busy visiting classrooms across the school to teach lessons on every librarian’s favourite subject: information literacy. You might see me in your class soon to explore topics like how to:
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- search effectively for reliable information
- conduct scientific research
- tell fact from fiction online
- strengthen your arguments with accurate citations
- and use generative AI responsibly
Information and digital literacy are core skills every Ontario secondary school graduate needs, and librarians are the experts who can help.
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Are you a teacher, student, or parent who’d like to learn more? Email me—I’d love to connect!
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Your Library, Your Story
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Everyone has a library story – what’s yours? Cambridge Public Library wants to hear about it! Share your favourite library memory or tell us what the library means to you. Postcards are available at each Cambridge Public Library location. We can’t wait to read them!
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Thursday, November 6
10:35am: Student Equity and Engagement Council
10:35am: Scratch Cafe
10:40am: GSA Club
10:40am: Alpine Ski team meeting
12:00pm: Student Equity and Engagement Council
12:00pm: GSA Club
12:00pm: Scratch Cafe
12:00pm: Alpine Ski team meeting
2:00pm: Math Club
2:15pm: Weight Room Club
2:15pm: Concert Band
3:45pm: Jazz Band
Friday, November 7
10:40am: Indigenous Students & Friends Club
10:40am: Cosmo Club
12:00pm: Girls Garage Club
12:00pm: Cosmo Club
2:15pm: Ping Pong club
2:15pm: Model UN Club
2:15pm: Doctor Who club
2:30pm: Bouldering Club
Monday, November 10
10:40am: Muslim Students Association
12:00pm: Muslim Students Association
12:00pm: Indigenous Students & Friends Club
2:00pm: Homework Club
2:15pm: Weight Room Club
2:30pm: Descendents Orchestra rehearsal
Tuesday, November 11
Remembrance Day
10:40am: HOSA Club
10:40am: GSA Club
11:00am: Rosary Club
12:00pm: HOSA Club
12:00pm: GSA Club
12:20pm: Rosary Club
Wednesday, November 12
10:35am: Growing in Faith Club
10:40am: Reach for the Top Trivia
12:00pm: Girls Garage Club
12:00pm: Growing in Faith Club
12:00pm: Reach for the Top Trivia
12:00pm: Junior Guitar Club
2:00pm: Finance Club
2:00pm: Homework Club
2:15pm: Weight Room Club
2:30pm: Descendents Orchestra rehearsal
Thursday, November 13
10:35am: Scratch Cafe
10:40am: GSA Club
12:00pm: GSA Club
12:00pm: Scratch Cafe
2:00pm: Math Club
2:15pm: Weight Room Club
2:15pm: Concert Band
3:45pm: Jazz Band
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Friday, November 14
10:40am: Indigenous Students & Friends Club
10:40am: Cosmo Club
12:00pm: Girls Garage Club
12:00pm: Cosmo Club
2:15pm: Ping Pong club
2:15pm: Model UN Club
2:15pm: Doctor Who club
2:30pm: Bouldering Club
3:30pm: Novice Boys Basketball Tryout
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Monday, November 17
PA Day
Tuesday, November 18
10:40am: HOSA Club
10:40am: GSA Club
11:00am: Rosary Club
12:00pm: HOSA Club
12:00pm: GSA Club
12:20pm: Rosary Club
2:15pm: Arts Council
Wednesday, November 19
BENN Newsletter release
10:35am: Growing in Faith Club
10:40am: Reach for the Top Trivia
12:00pm: Girls Garage Club
12:00pm: Growing in Faith Club
12:00pm: Reach for the Top Trivia
12:00pm: Junior Guitar Club
2:00pm: Finance Club
2:00pm: Homework Club
2:15pm: Weight Room Club
2:30pm: Descendents Orchestra rehearsal
Thursday, November 20
10:35am: Student Equity and Engagement Council
10:35am: Scratch Cafe
10:40am: GSA Club
12:00pm: Student Equity and Engagement Council
12:00pm: GSA Club
12:00pm: Scratch Cafe
2:00pm: Math Club
2:15pm: Weight Room Club
2:15pm: Concert Band
3:45pm: Jazz Band
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Be sure to check out the calendar on the school website for updates!
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