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ANNOUNCEMENTS:   April 17, 2025 - Thursday



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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Good Morning Saints! The federal election is coming soon on April 28th! This year Collegiate will be participating in Student Vote where the school will get to participate in the election process and see how our school, and students across Canada vote. This vote will be occurring during 1st Period on April 28. Mark your calendars Saints. Additionally, if you are interested in volunteering with running the polls and counting votes during Period 1 and part of Period 2, please come see Mr. Hewett in Room 312 to sign up ASAP.
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Hello Collegiate students, this is just a reminder that math and science help is running today in room 215 during lunch. Feel free to come if you have questions or just need a quiet space to do homework, you are welcome to eat lunch in the room! See you there!
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The Equity Council will be meeting today at Lunch in the Large Art Room. All students interested in creating a safe, inclusive and equitable school are more than welcome to join us at lunch! We will celebrate Equality by recognizing days of significance throughout the year. Bring your lunch and a friend! See you in the Large Art room at Lunch today.
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Collegiate it is time for a spirit week and just in time to get ready for our school Musical, Back to the '80's! We are gearing up by dressing in 1980's style on Tuesday, April 22nd. Nothing says 1980's like neon, glow in the dark, fluorescent colours that we will all be sporting on Wednesday, April 23rd. Thursday, April 24th we want to see everyone wearing their jeans topped by a jean jacket-that's right - it's denim on denim day and lastly, on Friday, April 25th, spray that hair spray can until your hair is as high as the CN tower! It is 1980's hairstyle day but if you don't want to style your hair, then you can still participate by wearing any large colourful bow on your head or cool baseball hat!! Can't wait to see Collegiate Hallways go Back into the '80's!!
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Just a reminder to any students who want to play spring sports but have not been at Collegiate since September of their grade 9 year. You MUST fill out a transfer form. These forms have been given to all coaches. Forms MUST be returned by April 25th.
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Today we will be featuring a free lunch in the cafeteria. Come on down and join us. Pizza, beverages and desserts will also be available to purchase.
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Do you need volunteer hours? Do you want to create a greener future? Help plant trees at Heartland Forest. See Ms. Banders in Guidance for more details and to sign up.
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Prom Tickets will be on sale starting next Tuesday, April 22 until Friday, May 2 for $45 per person. Grade 11 and 12 students plus dates from Collegiate or other DSBN schools are welcome, 1 date per person.
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Basketball players! Tonight. skill training will run in the main gym after school from 2:30-3:30! Hope to see you there!
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There will be off season basketball training today after school
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Morning Collegiate!! Today Student Voice is hosting a Plastic Egg Hunt outside. Grade 9 and 10's will be called down during period 2, SSTC students will be called during period 3 and grade 11 and 12s will be called during period 4. Only teachers who have signed their classes up in Google Form are to attend. STUDENTS, PLEASE DO NOT COME DOWN UNTIL YOU ARE CALLED AND YOU MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY YOUR TEACHER.

Once you have found some plastic eggs, you will return them to Student Voice members in the Cafeteria to redeem your sweet treat. Let's make it a fun and safe activity!!
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Congratulations to all of the TAB Competition students who exemplified strong collaboration, innovation and determination yesterday. We look forward to the rest of the competition on April 29 and 30.




ANNOUNCEMENTS:   April 16, 2025 - Wednesday


Collegiate it is time for a spirit week and just in time to get ready for our school Musical, Back to the '80's! We are gearing up by dressing in 1980's style on Tuesday, April 22nd. Nothing says 1980's like neon, glow in the dark, fluorescent colours that we will all be sporting on Wednesday, April 23rd. Thursday, April 24th we want to see everyone wearing their jeans topped by a jean jacket-that's right - it's denim on denim day and lastly, on Friday, April 25th, spray that hair spray can until your hair is as high as the CN tower! It is 1980's hairstyle day but if you don't want to style your hair, then you can still participate by wearing any large colourful bow on your head or cool baseball hat!! Can't wait to see Collegiate Hallways go Back into the '80's!!
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Just a reminder to any students who want to play spring sports but have not been at Collegiate since September of their grade 9 year. You MUST fill out a transfer form. These forms have been given to all coaches. Forms MUST be returned by April 25th.
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The Equity Council will be meeting on Thursdays at Lunch in the Large Art Room. All students interested in creating a safe, inclusive and equitable school are more than welcome to join us at lunch! We will celebrate Equality by recognizing days of significance throughout the year. Bring your lunch and a friend! See you in the Large Art room on Thursdays at Lunch.
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Good Morning Saints! The federal election is coming soon on April 28th! This year Collegiate will be participating in Student Vote where the school will get to participate in the election process and see how our school, and students across Canada vote. This vote will be occurring during 1st Period on April 28. Mark your calendars Saints. Additionally, if you are interested in volunteering with running the polls and counting votes during Period 1 and part of Period 2, please come see Mr. Hewett in Room 312 to sign up ASAP.
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Please excuse the students participating in the TAB competition today after announcements. Please meet Mrs. Koster at the end of the Math hallway overlooking the courtyard. Teachers please check your email and send down the students.

 



ANNOUNCEMENTS:   April 15, 2025 - Tuesday



Good Morning Saints! The federal election is coming soon on April 28th! This year Collegiate will be participating in Student Vote where the school will get to participate in the election process and see how our school, and students across Canada vote. This vote will be occurring during 1st Period on April 28. Mark your calendars Saints. Additionally, if you are interested in volunteering with running the polls and counting votes during Period 1 and part of Period 2, please come see Mr. Hewett in Room 312 to sign up ASAP.
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Royal Soccer is looking for students to help with their summer camp. Earn your volunteer hours while helping kids with soccer. See Ms. Banders for more details or to sign up.
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A reminder that student voice will be meeting at lunch today downstairs in the Student Voice office.
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Hello Collegiate students, this is just a reminder that math and science help is running today in room 215 during lunch. Feel free to come if you have questions or just need a quiet space to do homework, you are welcome to eat lunch in the room! See you there!
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Collegiate it is time for a spirit week and just in time to get ready for our school Musical, Back to the '80's! We are gearing up by dressing in 1980's style on Tuesday, April 22nd. Nothing says 1980's like neon, glow in the dark, fluorescent colours that we will all be sporting on Wednesday, April 23rd. Thursday, April 24th we want to see everyone wearing their jeans topped by a jean jacket-that's right - it's denim on denim day and lastly, on Friday, April 25th, spray that hair spray can until your hair is as high as the CN tower! It is 1980's hairstyle day but if you don't want to style your hair, then you can still participate by wearing any large colourful bow on your head or cool baseball hat!! Can't wait to see Collegiate Hallways go Back into the '80's!!
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Any students that had their Grad picture taken in April, please see the Guidance Office at break or lunch to pick up your proofs.
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Just a reminder to any students who want to play spring sports but have not been at Collegiate since September of their grade 9 year. You MUST fill out a transfer form. These forms have been given to all coaches. Forms MUST be returned by April 25th.
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The 2025 Ontario Parasport Games is coming to St. Catharines. They need 600 volunteers to make it a success. If you are interested in helping out on May 30th and June 1st, please see Ms. Banders for details and to sign up.
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It's a beautiful day for track and Field!!! The practice today is for jumpers and runners!
See you at 2:30!



ANNOUNCEMENTS:   April 14, 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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Could all Culinary SHSM students please come and see Mr. Cottingham in Taste kitchen – room 126 at lunch today. Thanks.

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Do you still need volunteer hours towards your graduation requirement? Harriet Tubman needs students to help keep the library organized. If you are interested, please see Ms. Banders for more details or to sign up.
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Hey Musical Theatre Buffs! Do you love the movie Mean Girls? Then you will definitely enjoy the musical Mean Girls playing at Welland Centennial Secondary on Tuesday, April 15th. If you are interested in seeing this production, please see Miss Morlacchetti or Ms. Menotti for a permission form. Cost is $15.00 which includes ticket and transportation. We will be back before 2:00 pm. Limited spots available, so be sure to see them as soon as you can!
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Collegiate it is time for a spirit week and just in time to get ready for our school Musical, Back to the '80's! We are gearing up by dressing in 1980's style on Tuesday, April 22nd. Nothing says 1980's like neon, glow in the dark, fluorescent colours that we will all be sporting on Wednesday, April 23rd. Thursday, April 24th we want to see everyone wearing their jeans topped by a jean jacket-that's right - it's denim on denim day and lastly, on Friday, April 25th, spray that hair spray can until your hair is as high as the CN tower! It is 1980's hairstyle day but if you don't want to style your hair, then you can still participate by wearing any large colourful bow on your head or cool baseball hat!! Can't wait to see Collegiate Hallways go Back into the '80's!!
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The BSA will have a meeting today at lunch in 314 Mr. Hingleys room all members are welcome.
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Any students that had their Grad picture taken in April, please see the Guidance Office at break or lunch to pick up your proofs.
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A reminder that student voice will be meeting on Tuesdays, downstairs in the Student Voice office at lunch time.
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PROM ANNOUNCEMENT!

Get ready for a night of mystery, magic, and memories! The Magical Masquerade Prom is happening on Thursday, June 5th, and it’s going to be unforgettable!

Tickets go on sale Tuesday, April 22nd to Friday, May 16th and are $45 per person

All Grade 11s and 12s, this is your night to celebrate everything you’ve achieved at Collegiate. You’re also welcome to bring a date from another grade or another DSBN school – the more, the merrier!

Want to design your own Masquerade Mask? Join us for a Mask Decorating Event in the Makerspace on Wednesday, May 14th – supplies provided, creativity encouraged!

Got questions? Stop by and see Mrs. Koster in Room 220 or the Makerspace at lunch.
Don’t miss the chance to unmask the magic and dance the night away!
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Would all Wonderland Trip Participants please meet in room 220 at lunch today for quick meeting. That is today at 10:55am in Mrs. Koster's room.
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Just a reminder to any students who want to play spring sports but have not been at Collegiate since September of their grade 9 year. You MUST fill out a transfer form. These forms have been given to all coaches. Forms MUST be returned by April 25th.
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Good Morning Saints! The federal election is coming soon on April 28th! This year Collegiate will be participating in Student Vote where the school will get to participate in the election process and see how our school, and students across Canada vote. This vote will be occurring during 1st Period on April 28. Mark your calendars Saints. Additionally, if you are interested in volunteering with running the polls and counting votes during Period 1 and part of Period 2, please come see Mr. Hewett in Rm 312 to sign up ASAP.
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Track and Field will practice after school today. Warm up starts at 230 on the Track. See you there!