Month: February 2024

Exploring afrocentric practices in support of mental health and wellbeing

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In honour of Black Mental Health week , we are hosting a parent engagement night led by Josie Rose, MSW, RSW and Sophia McKenzie, RN.
We would like to invite students and families to explore afrocentric practices in supporting mental health and wellbeing.

All Kinds of Kindness! National Bullying Day 2024

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February 28, 2024 is National Anti-Bullying Day.   This year the theme is All Kinds of Kindness!

“In 2007, in Nova Scotia, Grade 12 students David Shepherd, Travis Price and a few friends saw that a Grade 9 student was being bullied for wearing a pink shirt on the first day of school.

They knew they had to do something to show ... Continue reading "All Kinds of Kindness! National Bullying Day 2024"

Grade 9 Math and Coding with Texas Instruments

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On Thursday, February 15th and Friday, February 16th our Grade 9 Math classes had an opportunity to work with Tom Steinke,  Educational Technology Consultant from Texas Instruments to learn about coding.  By the end of the session students were able to code in order to move rovers in various geometric patterns.  Students were actively engaged and enthusiastic in challenging themselves. We look forward to inviting ... Continue reading "Grade 9 Math and Coding with Texas Instruments"

Calling ALL chocolate-lovers!

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Holy Cross CA Catholic School Council will be hosting its first fundraiser of the year through Purdy’s Chocolate.
Stock up on your favourite Purdy’s Easter treats while supporting a great cause.  All profits raised will support technology initiatives for Holy Cross Catholic Academy.If you are interested in making a purchase, you may do so at this link HERE.  Our customer ... Continue reading "Calling ALL chocolate-lovers!"