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Community Matters Sacred Ground The Campaign for the Ignatius Jesuit Centre In the News The Ignatius Jesuit Centre has set out to raise almost $5 million to refurbish Loyola House and to plant a 100-acre Old-Growth Forest. Don Drone, Director of Education for Wellington Catholic, is a member of the campaign leadership team. “The Ignatius Jesuit Centre is an important venue. I see great benefits for the education of our students through their help to transform forest land back into its natural state, and to ensure the retreat centre operates at optimal capacity.” St. Brigid’s Villa, renovated by Wellington County Catholic students in 2008 is used by the School Board for student retreats throughout the school year. Father Roger Yaworski, Director of the Centre, commented that they remain deeply appreciative of the students’ work. He also issued an invitation to the entire Catholic community. “At the Ignatius Jesuit Centre thousands of people have encountered their Creator and experienced transforming moments of clarity and insight; we invite you to join us as we refurbish Loyola House for another generation of service, and as we plant an Old-Growth Forest that will persevere for centuries.” Campaign goal: $4.8 million For information call 519-820-2665 capitalcampaign@ignatiusguelph.ca www.ignatiusguelph.ca Queen’s Park Kyla Fishburn was selected to serve as a Legislative Page at the Legislative Assembly of Ontario in Toronto. During her term of duty, Kyla served as a messenger on the floor of the Legislative Chamber, met key parliamentary figures and learned about Ontario’s parliamentary system of government. Kyla, grade 8 student from Mary Phelan School, began her role in April and served for up to four weeks. She earned her spot in the program by submitting an application that included an essay, in which she outlined her achievements, involvements and suitability for the program. Kyla was joined by 19 other students from across the province. “It was a phenomenal experience for her,” shares Kyla’s Mom and teacher for the District. “She enjoyed the people as well as the antics during question-period.” 4 Wellington Catholic Community News Magazine
Community Matters In the News Young Author’s Contest Winners Ontario English Catholic Teachers’ Association Young Author’s Contest Award went to two students in the District: Ben Tokaraz from St. Joseph, Fergus in the fiction category and Justin Faienza from St. Paul School in the non-fiction category. Celtic Ski Champs Grade 10 student, Olivia Lane won the Jr and Sr National Championships this year for Slopestyle and Half Pipe. Celtic Grad, Erin Mielzynski won gold at the Alpine World Cup Slalom in Ofterschwang, Germany. St. John School Wins $45,000 Early this year, Canada AM broadcasted from St. John School in Guelph to make an exciting announcement: $45,000 was awarded to the school for their school yard greening project. The diligent effort of the Catholic School Council, parent volunteers, faculty and staff and the more than 800 votes on Facebook helped them move through the competition to the winners circle to share in the $1,000,000 Fund from Aviva Insurance. Ontario Skills Competition Winners Lourdes students Mark Raco won gold for Precision Machining and Spencer Lavigne won bronze for Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM). Former Graduate Becomes Cardinal Cardinal Thomas Collins, former Wellington Catholic graduate, was an inspiration to students at Bishop Macdonell High School, Mary Phelan School and Lourdes High School during his recent visits to the District. Wellington Catholic Community News Magazine 5
Page 1 and 2: SPOTLIGHT ON EDUCATION SPRING 2012
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