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Grade 5 students at St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic School have taken a hands-on approach in the creation of new prayer gardens! Inspired by the desire to establish a serene focal point for prayer and gratitude for God’s creation, these gardens will offer a tranquil opportunity for prayer, reflection, and simply appreciating the wonders of nature.
With the diligent efforts of our young gardeners, they were cultivating not just plants, but a sense of peace and connection...
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On Thursday, June 6, Indigenous community partner, Beedahbin Peltier, visited students at All Saints Catholic Secondary School. Beedahbin led the students in on the land learning in the forested area next to their school. Students saw phragmites and buck thorn and learned that they are invasive plants that were brought over from Europe. Beedahbin also explained the importance of environmental systems and how they are reliant on each other.

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On Thursday, June 6, author David Robertson visited St. Mary Catholic Secondary School. David spoke to students and educators about the morals of Indigenous stories and the importance of sharing and passing them down to other generations. David also shared stories of his father and what it was like to grow up in Winnipeg, Manitoba. David wrapped up his presentation by sharing how reconciliation is not just a human to human relationship, but it's also a human to land relationship...
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On Friday, June 7, English Literature Studies students at Monsignor Paul Dwyer Catholic High School were fortunate to have the immensely talented Vicky The Real Artist visit their classroom. Vicky expertly guided the class through her knowledge of pyrography, a technique Vicky uses to express her deep connection to her Indigenous roots. Students created intricate wood-burned canoe paddles that reflected their personal journeys of coming-of-age through meaningful designs. This...
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On June 6, Oshawa Fire Services announced their 2024 Junior Fire Chief at Sir Albert Love Catholic School! Grade 5 and 6 students submitted videos on smoke alarms and home escape planning. Gabriel, a Grade 6 student, earned the title of 2024 Junior Fire Chief! At a special assembly, Gabriel was award fantastic prizes and even got to leave in a firetruck for an exclusive tour of the Oshawa Fire headquarters!
As Junior Fire Chief, Gabriel will promote fire safety at school,...
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