ANNOUNCEMENTS: December 18, 2025 - Thursday
A reminder that Equity Council is meeting today at lunch in the Large Art room. The Equity Council is made up of students and staff that are working together to help continue creating a safe and inclusive School by recognizing Days of Significance and providing a voice to all. Hope to see you there! Bring your lunch and a friend!
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Math and Science support are available most days at lunch in room 302. If the door is unlocked we are available. If you need help or a quiet space to get work done come at lunch and Ms. Teal would be happy to help.
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The nurse is in today. Please stop by her office if you wish to see her.
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There are still a few graduates that have not signed up to have graduation photos taken. If you have not signed up to have your grad photo taken January 6th or on January 7th, 2026, you must sign up in the Guidance office. There is no sitting fee and you only pay for pictures if you wish to order a package.
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WINTER ANNOUNCEMENT - GET READY, COLLEGIATE SAINTS!
The winter season has arrived, and we have an exciting lineup of events to help us celebrate together as a school community!
FIRST: The Holiday Gingerbread Nabber Mystery!
The daily updates from last week are located out front of the office on the suspect board. You can vote for who YOU think is the Gingerbread Nabber until our Holiday Assembly on December 19th, so you have plenty of time to solve the case! Will you crack the case before the big reveal?
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SECOND: Winter Spirit Week! Show your school spirit!
Today, Thursday, December 18: Festive Formalwear. Whether you celebrate Diwali, Hanukkah, Christmas or Kwanza (to name a few). Come dressed in your favorite, festive formalwear! Let’s recognize and celebrate all!
Tomorrow, Friday, December 19: Pajama Day. Cozy, comfy, and classroom-ready in your favourite pajamas.
Let’s finish the year strong—with spirit, laughter, and a whole lot of holiday cheer.
THIRD: Tomorrow, December 19th: Holiday Assembly & Afternoon Activities
Reminder: Period 2: Holiday Assembly. Join us as we wrap up the spirit week, celebrate the season, reveal Gingerbread Nabber mystery, and enjoy performances and caroling as a school community.
Reminder: Period 3 and 4: “You’ve Got What It Takes!” Activities. Students are to sign up for activities of their choosing! Show off your talent, teamwork, and holiday energy!
ANNOUNCEMENTS: December 17, 2025 - Wednesday
A reminder that Equity Council is meeting on Thursdays in the Large Art room. The Equity Council is made up of students and staff that are working together to help continue creating a safe and inclusive School by recognizing Days of Significance and providing a voice to all. Hope to see you there! Bring your lunch and a friend!
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Math and Science support are available most days at lunch in room 302, right before the staircase to the Aud, if the door is unlocked we are available. If you need help or a quiet space to get work done come at lunch and Ms. Teal or Mr. Harris are happy to help.
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Are you a grade 11 student who is interested in a career in heritage? There is the opportunity for an internship to earn community involvement hours. Please see Ms. Banders in Guidance for more details and to sign up.
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There is a volunteer opportunity to serve breakfast at St. George's Church. Please see Ms. Banders in Guidance for more details and to sign up.
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ATTENTION GRADUATES: IF YOU HAVE NOT SIGNED UP TO HAVE YOUR GRAD PHOTO TAKEN ON JANUARY 6TH OR 7TH, 2026, YOU MUST SIGN UP IN THE GUIDANCE OFFICE. THERE IS NO SITTING FEE AND YOU ONLY PAY FOR PICTURES IF YOU WISH TO ORDER A PACKAGE.
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WINTER ANNOUNCEMENT - GET READY, COLLEGIATE SAINTS!
The winter season has arrived, and we have an exciting lineup of events to help us celebrate together as a school community!
FIRST: The Holiday Gingerbread Nabber Mystery!
The daily updates from last week are located out front of the office on the suspect board. You can vote for who YOU think is the Gingerbread Nabber until our Holiday Assembly on December 19th, so you have plenty of time to solve the case! Will you crack the case before the big reveal?
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SECOND: Winter Spirit Week! Show your school spirit!
Today, Wednesday, December 17: Glitter & All Things That Sparkle. Shine bright! Wear glitter, sparkles, sequins—anything that dazzles.
Tomorrow, Thursday, December 18: Festive Formalwear. Whether you celebrate Diwali, Hanukkah, Christmas or Kwanza (to name a few). Come dressed in your favorite, festive formalwear! Let’s recognize and celebrate all!
Friday, December 19: Pajama Day. Cozy, comfy, and classroom-ready in your favourite pajamas.
Let’s finish the year strong—with spirit, laughter, and a whole lot of holiday cheer.
THIRD: December 19th: Holiday Assembly & Afternoon Activities
Reminder: Period 2: Holiday Assembly. Join us as we wrap up the spirit week, celebrate the season, reveal Gingerbread Nabber mystery, and enjoy performances and caroling as a school community.
Reminder: Period 3 and 4: “You’ve Got What It Takes!” Activities. Students are to sign up for activities of their choosing! Show off your talent, teamwork, and holiday energy!
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The winter break is fast approaching and we are excited to host our first We've Got What it Takes Event on Friday afternoon.
Your teachers will tell you what workshops you will be going to on Friday during Period One. If you have not signed up, you will have an opportunity to sign up for an activity that is available at the beginning Period 3 on Friday in the front foyer.
We will also have the photobooth set up to create memories of Student Voice's Spirit Week and the We've Got What It Takes Event!
Attention We've Got What it Takes planning crew. Please check our Google Classroom today.
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Congratulations to the Girls Volleyball Team on a successful tournament! Throughout the competition, you showed incredible progress, determination, and teamwork in every game you played. Your effort and sportsmanship truly represented our school with pride. Well done Saints!
A reminder to all team members that there is practice today after school. Practice starts at 2:30 in the main gym. Please let your coaches know if you are unable to make it.
ANNOUNCEMENTS: December 16, 2025 - Tuesday
A reminder to Student Voice that we will be meeting today at lunch in the Student Voice office downstairs. See you all there.
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Reminder to the Dungeons & Dragons Club - our final meeting of the year will be on Wednesday, December 17th. Hope to see everyone there. New members are always welcome.
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A reminder that Equity Council is meeting on Thursdays in the Large Art room. The Equity Council is made up of students and staff that are working together to help continue creating a safe and inclusive School by recognizing Days of Significance and providing a voice to all. Hope to see you there! Bring your lunch and a friend!
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Would you like to work on your community involvement hours? Snow Buddies needs your help. You are guaranteed to earn at least 10 hours. See Ms. Banders in Guidance to sign up.
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Math and Science support are available most days at lunch in room 302, right before the staircase to the Aud. If the door is unlocked we are available. If you need help or a quiet space to get work done, come at lunch and Ms. Teal or Mr. Harris are happy to help.
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ATTENTION GRADUATES: IF YOU HAVE NOT SIGNED UP TO HAVE YOUR GRAD PHOTO TAKEN ON JANUARY 6TH OR 7TH, 2026, YOU MUST SIGN UP IN THE GUIDANCE OFFICE. THERE IS NO SITTING FEE AND YOU ONLY PAY FOR PICTURES IF YOU WISH TO ORDER A PACKAGE. YOU MUST
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Attention all students going on the Niagara Gardens Retirement Home trip, please meet in the front foyer at 11:35am with your coats - you will be excused from your Period 3 and 4 classes.
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WINTER ANNOUNCEMENT - GET READY, COLLEGIATE SAINTS!
The winter season has arrived, and we have an exciting lineup of events to help us celebrate together as a school community!
FIRST: The Holiday Gingerbread Nabber Mystery!
The daily updates from last week are located out front of the office on the suspect board. You can vote for who YOU think is the Gingerbread Nabber until our Holiday Assembly on December 19th, so you have plenty of time to solve the case! Will you crack the case before the big reveal?
SECOND: Winter Spirit Week! Show your school spirit!
Today, Tuesday, December 16: Snowflakes! Come dressed in your finest whites in honor of this wintry season. As a class, decorate your door and embrace the true uniqueness that is every snowflake! At the Winter Assembly, all doors will be recognized! Happy Snowflaking!
Tomorrow, Wednesday, December 17: Glitter & All Things That Sparkle. Shine bright! Wear glitter, sparkles, sequins—anything that dazzles.
Thursday, December 18 – Festive Formalwear. Whether you celebrate Diwali, Hanukkah, Christmas or Kwanza (to name a few). Come dressed in your favorite, festive formalwear! Let’s recognize and celebrate all!
Friday, December 19 – Pajama Day. Cozy, comfy, and classroom-ready in your favourite pajamas.
Let’s finish the year strong—with spirit, laughter, and a whole lot of holiday cheer.
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Attention all students going on the Niagara Gardens Retirement Home trip, please meet in the front foyer at 11:35am with your coats - you will be excused from your Period 3 and 4 classes. If you have any questions, see Mrs. Koster in room 220 at lunch.
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Good luck to Collegiate’s Girls Volleyball team and to the Senior Boys Basketball team in their games today! The girls are at an all day tournament in Welland and the boys play SWC at 3 pm here at CI.
ANNOUNCEMENTS: December 15, 2025 - Monday
We begin this gathering by acknowledging the land on which we gather is the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, many of whom continue to live and work here today. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish With One Spoon Wampum agreement. Today this gathering place is home to many First Nations, Metis, and Inuit peoples and acknowledging reminds us that our great standard of living is directly related to the resources and friendship of Indigenous people.
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A reminder to Student Voice that we will be meeting Tuesdays at lunch in the Student Voice office downstairs. See you all there.
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ENGLISH ANNOUNCEMENT:
The Spanish Heritage Student Association meets every Monday in Room 202—your spot to connect, share, and celebrate Spanish culture, heritage, and traditions with other students. We can’t wait to see you there! If you have any questions, just drop by and chat with Mrs. Jimenez or Ms. Menotti.
SPANISH ANNOUNCEMENT:
La Asociación de Estudiantes de Herencia Hispana se reúne todos los lunes en el salón 202: tu lugar para conectar, compartir y celebrar la cultura, la herencia y las tradiciones hispanas con otros estudiantes. ¡Estamos ansiosas por verte allí! Si tienes alguna pregunta, pasa a conversar con la Sra. Jiménez o la Sra. Menotti.
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The nurse is in today. Please stop by her office if you wish to see her.
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Reminder to the Dungeons & Dragons Club - our final meeting of the year will be on Wednesday, December 17th. Hope to see everyone there. New members are always welcome.
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Math & Science support are available most days at lunch in room 302, right before the staircase to the Aud, if the door is unlocked we are available. If you need help or a quiet space to get work done, come at lunch; Ms. Teal or Mr. Harris are happy to help.
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Attention teachers: If you’re interested in learning more about the We’ve Got What it Takes event happening this Friday during P3 and P4, please join us for a quick info session in Room 220 at 11:00 a.m.
We’ll review the plan for the afternoon and P1 student registration. Hope to see you there!
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WINTER ANNOUNCEMENT - GET READY, COLLEGIATE SAINTS!
The winter season has arrived, and we have an exciting lineup of events to help us celebrate together as a school community!
FIRST: The Holiday Gingerbread Nabber Mystery!
- Read the daily updates located out front of the office on the suspect board.
- Vote for who YOU think is the Gingerbread Nabber. Voting will stay open until our Holiday Assembly on December 19, so you have plenty of time to solve the case! Will you crack the case before the big reveal?
SECOND: Winter Spirit Week! Show your school spirit!
Today – Monday, December 15: Is Mitts, Hats and Scarves Day
Tomorrow, Tuesday, December 16: Snowflakes! Come dressed in your finest whites in honor of this wintry season. As a class, decorate your door and embrace the true uniqueness that is every snowflake! At the Winter Assembly, all doors will be recognized! Happy Snowflaking!
Wednesday, December 17: Glitter & All Things That Sparkle. Shine bright! Wear glitter, sparkles, sequins—anything that dazzles.
Thursday, December 18: Festive Formalwear. Whether you celebrate Diwali, Hanukkah, Christmas or Kwanza (to name a few). Come dressed in your favorite, festive formalwear! Let’s recognize and celebrate all!
Friday, December 19: Pajama Day. Cozy, comfy, and classroom-ready in your favourite pajamas.
Let’s finish the year strong—with spirit, laughter, and a whole lot of holiday cheer.
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This announcement is for all students going on the trip to see Wicked For Good today. At the end of period 1 you are to grab your coats and make your way to the busses. DO NOT bring your backpacks. Check in with the teachers to see which bus you are on and promptly get on the bus. Bus lists are also posted in the front foyer. Again, no backpacks! If you bring a backpack you will not be allowed on the bus.
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Congratulations to our curling team for representing us with great sportsmanship at the Funspiel in Welland on Friday! Your teamwork, spirit and skill on the ice made us proud, way to sweep the sheet, rock the house and chase the button!