Bennies Buddies is a group of student leaders who work to create a warm and inviting experience for grade 9 students. Applications for the next school year come up in June.
Our mission is to empower and guide grade 9 students through high school. We are committed to being positive role models, sharing our school knowledge, and fostering community. By actively engaging with grade 9 students, we aim to enhance their awareness of school activities, provide valuable information, and create a welcoming environment. Through answering questions and offering support, we strive to make grade 9 students feel comfortable, included, and inspired to thrive in our school community. Bennies Buddies is dedicated to fostering connections, building confidence, and ensuring every grade 9 student feels a sense of belonging within our school family.
Latest news…
DOCTOR WHO CLUB RETURNS FEB. 6th
In the far future, the survivors of a genocidal war against the Cybermen have sent a call for help…a call answered by the 13th Doctor. But what has any of this to do with an abandoned child in a Irish village? Massive secrets about the Doctor’s clouded past are about to be revealed this week as Doctor Who Club returns for semester two with ASCENSION OF THE CYBERMEN. The revelations begin this Friday February 2nd after school in 226…and we’ll also be holding our February Prize Raffle.
DOCTOR WHO CLUB IS ON EXAM BREAK
Study hard…we’ll resume our travels through time & space in Semester 2! We’ll see everyone then…
DOCTOR WHO CLUB: Coming Jan. 16th
To close off semester 1, we continue our re-visit to the Doctor’s previous encounters with Home Aqua. Long ago, the 3rd Doctor and Jo Grant paid a visit to his arch-enemy, the Master — now the only prisoner on a secure island. Unfortunately, he has already subverted the prison, and plans to unleash the denizens of Homo Aqua onto an unsuspecting world. Join us as we watch a special movie length version of the 1972 classic THE SEA DEVILS — their very first appearance! Plan extra time for a movie-length special edition, plus a bonus raffle to say goodbye to the first semester. The adventure begins this Friday January 16th after school in room 226.
DOCTOR WHO CLUB: Coming January 9th
With the recent spin-off featuring the Sea Devils, Doctor Who Club will celebrate the reptilian civilization of Homo Aqua by devoting the final two meetings of semester 1 to their previous encounters with the Doctor. First up will be the 13th Doctor, Yas and Dan encountering a colony of Sea Devils, in the midst of an adventure with pirates in Chinese waters. Join us for LEGEND OF THE SEA DEVILS this Friday January 9th after school in room 226.
Announcements
Convocation Information
Dear Students of the Class of 2026,
All students born in 2008 have been invited to participate in the 2026 St. Benedict C.S.S. Convocation Ceremony, regardless of graduation status.
The St. Benedict C.S.S. 2026 Convocation date has been confirmed:
Our Convocation Ceremony is on Tuesday, June 9th, 2026 at Centre in the Square, Kitchener. Event will begin at 7:00pm.
CONVOCATION RSVP FORM Students, please complete the following RSVP form (ONLY your wcdsb email can access) to indicate your attendance for Convocation events and complete details. Read all the information carefully in the google form and submit as soon as possible.
SCHOOL CASH ONLINE: This week you will receive a school cash online invitation to pay the $80 convocation fee. The majority of this fee covers the rental of the facility, each student’s cap and gown, graph photo sitting fee and folder & composite.
SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER: **Important note: If any of your guests require a sign language interpreter, please email Mrs. Garza at shane.pereiragarza@wcdsb.ca immediately to request.
GUEST TICKETS: This year the fee has been reduced as Centre in the Square is moving tickets to the box office. Tickets will be made available for purchase $5/ticket (plus box office fees). More information will be shared with students in March regarding how they can purchase their guest tickets (up to 4), including wheelchair and accessible seating.
Please do not contact the main office regarding tickets at this time.
We are so excited to celebrate this milestone with you. Stay tuned to announcements, your school email and the website https://stbenedict.wcdsb.ca/convocation-2026/ for more details.
Sincerely,
Your SBCSS Convocation Committee
Apprenticeship Information and Financial Assistance: Presentation by Service Canada
Learn all about apprenticeships with help from Service Canada.
Service Canada Presents – Apprenticeship Info – Cambridge Public Library
Wednesday February, 18th; 10;30-11:00 Library
Registration is requested
Post-Secondary Financial Assistance: Presentation by Service Canada
Learn about paying for post-secondary with help from Service Canada.
Wednesday, February 18th: 9:30 – 10:15 am
Learn about paying for your post-secondary schooling with help from the experts at Service Canada.
Open for staff and students of St. Benedict CSS only.
Hosted in the school lecture hall. Access through the school or library.
DOCTOR WHO CLUB: Coming Feb. 13th
The Cybermen…The Master…the ruins of Gallifrey…and the Doctor’s secret origins? An epic set of revelations awaits this week as we watch the 2019 season finale: THE TIMELESS CHILDREN. Join us for confrontations and confounding situations aplenty this Friday February 13th after school in room 226.
Semi-Formal Dance 2026!
Here we going again Saints!! This year’s semi-formal dance theme is…MAMMA MIA! Get ready for a night of dancing in flowy dresses, breezy fabrics, dress shirts, suits, and a little sparkle.
This year the dance is once again being held at THE MUSEUM (10 King St W) in Kitchener, ON from 6:00pm – 9:00pm. Tickets are available on School Cash Online for $25 now, so buy one while they last!!
Don’t miss out on the night where the music is iconic, the vibes are unbeatable, and the memories are super trouper.
DOCTOR WHO CLUB RETURNS FEB. 6th
In the far future, the survivors of a genocidal war against the Cybermen have sent a call for help…a call answered by the 13th Doctor. But what has any of this to do with an abandoned child in a Irish village? Massive secrets about the Doctor’s clouded past are about to be revealed this week as Doctor Who Club returns for semester two with ASCENSION OF THE CYBERMEN. The revelations begin this Friday February 2nd after school in 226…and we’ll also be holding our February Prize Raffle.
