St. Catharines Collegiate - Morning Announcements

ANNOUNCEMENTS: October 28, 2025 - Tuesday

Good morning Saints! Need help with any of your English, Canadian & World Studies and Humanities classes? Need a little extra time to get that assignment in? Want some feedback on some work before you submit? Starting THIS WEEK, support for these classes begin every Wednesdays at Lunch in Rm 311. Students are welcome to bring their lunches with them. Come see Mr. Hewett if you have any questions!
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Everyone's got their something! So, Collegiate, what is YOUR something? That's right folks, Collegiate's Got Talent is back! Skateboarding, juggling, singing, dancing, gymnastics, free styling, air bands, magic, performing as a band, poetry, monologues, dramatic skit, comedic impressions, mime, martial arts, pet tricks, storytelling and break dancing....

Auditions will be held Wednesday, November 4th AFTER SCHOOL in the Auditorium from 2:30 to 4:00 PM. You must SIGN UP AND attend the audition! Come prepared with your performance piece and accompanying music or materials, whether it be singing, dancing, or juggling!

To sign up for the audition and rehearsals, please see Ms. Morlacchetti in room 328 for a permission form or ask your Student Council representatives for more information.

The talent show will have two shows, Friends and Family on Wednesday, December 3rd from 6 to 8 PM and the School Wide show held Period 4 on Thursday, December 4th.

We look forward to seeing all of Collegiate’s AMAZINGLY talented students and staff!
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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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The nurse is in today. Please stop by her office if you wish to see her.
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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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Come learn a new skill or help others practice!

Mrs. O’Neil will be hosting a Makerspace Workshop on Braiding this Wednesday in the Cosmetology Room.

You will have the chance to braid hair or bracelets, hang out with friends, and meet new people, all while being creative and having fun!

Where: Cosmetology Room (Tech Hall)
When: Wednesday, October 29 11:00–11:20 AM

Don’t miss it, come join us and get your braid on!
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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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This announcement is for those interested in trying out for the Girls Volleyball team. We will be holding our first tryout Monday, November 3rd, after school, in the Main gym. All grades and skill levels are encouraged to come try out. Please stop by guidance to pick up your Sports permission form. Sign up sheets are posted outside the gym.
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Attention all Cheer Team and Dance Club members! We will be having TWO rehearsals this week for the Halloween assembly dance! Please come Wednesday and Thursday after school to the small gym and be dressed and ready to move at 2:30! If you cannot attend, please let Ms. Mitchell or Mrs. Stadnyk know.
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Congrats to the Varsity Girls basketball game as they concluded their regular season yesterday finishing second overall and playing a stellar game against Eastdale. The girls will be preparing for the next two weeks to have a strong finish in playoffs to wrap up a fantastic season. Keep up the great work ladies!
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Hello Saints! Do you love to create, draw, or design? Here’s your chance to make your mark!

Our school is holding a Logo Design Competition for the upcoming event “Potential Within: We’ve Got What It Takes Event” happening on December 19th.

We’re looking for a logo that celebrates inclusion, community, and potential, the idea that when everyone is included, we are better together. This logo will be used on event posters, social media, and more, showing our school’s commitment to authentic inclusion.

Your challenge is to design a logo that includes:
- the phrase “We’ve Got What It Takes,”
- uses a maximum of three colours,
- can be either hand-drawn (then made digital) or made digitally using Canva or another design tool.

The contest is open to all students. What matters most is your creativity and heart.

All entries are due by Friday, November 7th at 11:30 a.m. You can submit your design in the Makerspace or email Mrs. Koster. Don’t forget to include your completed permission form (available on the Makerspace door)!

The winning design will be featured on promotional materials for the event and the designer will receive a special recognition award! Show your potential and design with purpose!

For more information, see Mrs. Koster in Room 220 or stop by the Makerspace at lunch.
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We are holding a spirit week this week. Today is Decades Day – we are dressing up in our favourite decades attire! Tomorrow is Spooky Shirt Day, Thursday is Comfy Clothing Day and Friday is Halloween. We can’t wait to see your costumes. Please be mindful of your costume, make sure that it is school appropriate. Masks are not permitted.

ANNOUNCEMENTS: October 27, 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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Today is the last day to sign-up! The sign-up sheet for Senior and Junior Boys Basketball, Curling, and Girls Volleyball are posted on the gym bulletin board. Please add your name if you are hoping to try out for any of these teams this year.

First Junior Boys Basketball try-out will be on October 29th - AT LUNCH
First Senior Boys Basketball try-out will be on October 29 - AFTER SCHOOL
First Girls Volleyball try-out will be on November 3rd - AFTER SCHOOL.

See Mrs. Mauro if you have any questions.
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Reminder to the Girl's basketball team please meet in the gym now for our game at 8:30. Go Saints! Let's keep our win streak going!
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We are holding a spirit week this week. Today is black and orange day. Tomorrow is Decades Day – dress up in your favourite decades attire! Wednesday is Spooky Shirt Day, Thursday is Comfy Clothing Day and Friday is Halloween. We can’t wait to see your costumes. Please be mindful of your costume, that it is school appropriate. Masks are not permitted.