St. Catharines Collegiate - Morning Announcements

ANNOUNCEMENTS: May 8, 2025 - Thursday

The Equity Council is 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.
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Hello Collegiate students, this is just a reminder that math and science help is running today in rm 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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Do you still need volunteer hours? Prom Project is looking for helpers. Please see Ms. Banders for more details or to sign up.
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May is Speech-Language and Hearing awareness month. In order to celebrate the unique ways that students with hearing loss and other communication disorders show up in the world we are inviting all students and staff to participate in DRESS LOUD Day on May 14. Staff and students are asked to dress in their LOUDEST and BRIGHTEST clothing. Prizes will be awarded to staff and students who have the loudest outfits.
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Summer School Registration is now open!!!! Please check your DSBN student email that was sent Friday, May 2nd for information about summer school. If you have any questions about summer school after you've read the email, please come to guidance at lunch, after school or on your spare.
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Struggling After Midterms? We’ve Got Your Back!

The Interact Club is STILL offering FREE tutoring sessions right here at school to help you boost your grades and feel more confident in class!

Whether you're behind in math, science, English, or any subject , we're here to help you catch up and stay on track. Sign-up in guidance office, if you have any questions contact Mrs. Tenhoeve.
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Prom permission forms may be dropped off in guidance on Thursday and Friday this week. Tickets will be provided on Monday, in room 220 from Mrs. Koster.

Remember if you want to attend Prom project this weekend you MUST sign up.

Masquerade masks for Prom will be made in the Makerspace on Wednesday, May 14th at lunch and after school if you are interested.
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This is a reminder that Basketball Skills Training will be running today after school from 2:30-3:30 in the main gym. See you there!
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Boozhoo, Bonjour, Hola, Kon'nichiwa, Marhaban, Salam, Habari Saints!
We’re excited to announce that Multicultural Week kicks off NEXT week—Monday, May 12th through Friday, May 16th!

We have a week full of fun activities planned during lunch:

Monday: Join us in Room 107 for Two Row Wampum keychain making.

Tuesday: Show off your voice and dancing at Karaoke in the Auditorium.

Wednesday: Visit the front hallway and add your name to our world map.

Thursday: Wear your cultural attire and don’t miss our “Around the World Tour” in the Cafeteria during Periods 3 & 4.

Friday: We wrap up the week with the Saints Cup!

We’re excited to celebrate the many cultures that make our school/community so wonderful! If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Bryce.

ANNOUNCEMENTS: May 7, 2025 - Wednesday

Boozhoo, Bonjour, Hola, Kon'nichiwa, Marhaban, Salam, Habari Saints!
We’re excited to announce that Multicultural Week kicks off NEXT week—Monday, May 12th through Friday, May 16th!

We have a week full of fun activities planned during lunch:

Monday: Join us in Room 107 for Two Row Wampum keychain making.

Tuesday: Show off your voice and dancing at Karaoke in the Auditorium.

Wednesday: Visit the front hallway and add your name to our world map.

Thursday: Wear your cultural attire and don’t miss our “Around the World Tour” in the Cafeteria during Periods 3 & 4.

Friday: We wrap up the week with the Saints Cup! We’re excited to celebrate the many cultures that make our school/community so wonderful! If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Bryce.
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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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St. Catharines Collegiate will have a booth at the St. Catharines Farmers Market downtown on Thursday, May 1st, 8th, 15th, and 22nd from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM!

Make sure to tell your family and friends to come out and see the amazing craftsmanship and creativity of our talented students. We'll be selling kids Adirondack chairs, custom-order corn hole boards, wooden coasters, delicious pizza, tarts, baguettes, prints of the school painted in watercolour and so much more!

Plus – on May 1st, we’ll be showcasing the awesome products made during our TAB Competition. You won't want to miss it!

Come support your classmates at lunch or send your friends and family to grab some incredible handmade items and celebrate everything Collegiate has to offer.
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Attention Track and Field athletes and track helpers: Please go to period 1. You will be called out of class at 9:15. The bus leaves at 9:30.

ANNOUNCEMENTS: May 6, 2025 - Tuesday

A reminder that student voice will be meeting on Tuesdays, downstairs in the Student Voice office at lunch time.
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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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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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Attention badminton players, Badminton Club is today after school! Come on by for some casual, drop-in games. All players welcome and no experience required. See you in the big gym at 2:30!
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Track and Field athletes. You have a meet tomorrow. Attend practice after school today where you will get more details about tomorrow. See you at 2:30!
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Boozhoo, Bonjour, Hola, Kon'nichiwa, Marhaban, Salam, Habari Saints!

Cafeteria during Periods 3 & 4.
Friday: We wrap up the week with the Saints Cup!

We’re excited to celebrate the many cultures that make our school/community so wonderful! If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Bryce.
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Struggling After Midterms? We’ve Got Your Back!

The Interact Club is STILL offering FREE tutoring sessions right here at school to help you boost your grades and feel more confident in class!

Whether you're behind in math, science, English, or any subject, we're here to help you catch up and stay on track. Sign-up in the Guidance office, if you have any questions contact Mrs. Tenhoeve.
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Prom Tickets will be for sale today in room 220 - Mrs. Koster's classroom across from the resource room from 11:00am until 11:25am.

If you want to come, however, do not have money with you today, please come and see Mrs. Koster today at lunch for a permission form and to have your name added to the list. We will not be extending sales beyond tomorrow.

ANNOUNCEMENTS: May 5, 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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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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The BSA will have a meeting today at lunch in 314 Mr. Hingley’s room. All members are welcome.
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Just a reminder to everyone that May is Speech, Language and Hearing Awareness month. Let's celebrate the unique ways that an inclusive environment and culture can impact learning for everyone.
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The gym will be closed today at lunch.
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Summer School Registration is now open!!!! Please check your DSBN student email that was sent Friday, May 2nd for information about summer school. If you have any questions about summer school after you've read the email, please come to guidance at lunch, after school or on your spare.
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Boozhoo, Bonjour, Hola, Kon'nichiwa, Marhaban, Salam, Habari Saints!

We’re excited to announce that Multicultural Week kicks off NEXT week—Monday, May 12th through Friday, May 16th! We have a week full of fun activities planned during lunch:

Monday: Join us in Room 107 for Two Row Wampum keychain making.
Tuesday: Show off your voice and dancing at Karaoke in the Auditorium.
Wednesday: Visit the front hallway and add your name to our world map.
Thursday: Wear your cultural attire & don’t miss our “Around the World Tour” in the Caf during P3 & 4.
Friday: We wrap up the week with the Saints Cup!

We’re excited to celebrate the many cultures that make our school/community so wonderful! If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Bryce.
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A big congratulations to the cast, crew, band and teachers involved with Back To The 80's! You had a fantastic run and we are all so proud of your accomplishments with this show. Be sure to continue to check our Google classroom for announcements about upcoming rehearsals for the Cappies Gala and for information on our strike and cast party. We hope you all had the Time Of Your Lives!
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All students going to Music Monday must have their instruments, music folders, lunch, and water bottle and get on the bus right at the start of lunch.
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Attention Badminton players! Badminton club is back for the month of May. For Tuesdays in the month of May we will meet in the large gym starting at 2:30. Any and all players are welcome. See Coach Hewett or Coach Ransom if you have any questions!
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Join in on the magical elegance and endless fun of prom at St. Catharines Collegiate! This night is not just an event; it's a celebration of all our hard work and a chance to create lasting memories with friends.

Prom will be a fantastic evening filled with dancing, delicious food, photos and plenty of fun.

Picture the beautifully decorated venue, shimmering lights, and an atmosphere that is brimming with excitement. As you prepare for this special night, don’t forget to put on your masquerade masks, formal clothes, and your dancing shoes.

The charm of the evening will be amplified by your elegant attire, making it a night to
remember.

Prom will be hosted at St. Catharines Collegiate, this venue holds a special place in our hearts, as it’s not just any location; it’s our beloved school where we've spent countless hours learning, growing, and creating unforgettable memories together.

Please purchase a ticket to prom in the Makerspace room 214 to join in the fun. The last day to purchase tickets will be tomorrow, Tuesday, May 6. Tickets are $45 per person.

Remember we need to sell 50 tickets to make this event happen.
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We will be making masquerade masks in room 214 after school on Wednesday, May 14th. Please sign up in the Makerspace room (214) to ensure we have enough supplies for everyone who wants to participate.