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HIGHLIGHTS<br />
THE MISSION OF ST. ELIZABETH CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL<br />
is to value learning and excellence through collaboration and<br />
innovation as a <strong>Catholic</strong> community.<br />
A Publication for Parents of <strong>the</strong> <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Elizabeth</strong> <strong>Catholic</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> Community Volume 4 Issue 4 <strong>June</strong> <strong>2013</strong><br />
BE AT PEACE<br />
by <strong>St</strong>. Francis de Sales,<br />
Adapted by D. Bennett<br />
Fa<strong>the</strong>r,<br />
Help us to not look<br />
forward in fear to <strong>the</strong><br />
changes in life;<br />
Ra<strong>the</strong>r, may we look to <strong>the</strong><br />
future with full hope, because<br />
as changes arise, You will lead<br />
us safely through all things,<br />
because we are your very own,<br />
and when we cannot stand<br />
it, You will carry us in Your<br />
arms.<br />
With You, we shall not fear<br />
what may happen tomorrow;<br />
because you are <strong>the</strong><br />
understanding Fa<strong>the</strong>r who<br />
cares for us today, and who<br />
will care for us tomorrow and<br />
every day.<br />
We have faith, O Lord,<br />
That You will ei<strong>the</strong>r shield<br />
us from suffering, or give us<br />
unfailing strength to bear it.<br />
Put us at peace,and give us<br />
<strong>the</strong> grace to put aside all<br />
anxious thoughts and images.<br />
We pray in <strong>the</strong> name of Jesus<br />
Christ, Your Son, and Our<br />
Lord. Amen.<br />
Honouring <strong>the</strong> Past...<br />
Celebrating <strong>the</strong> Present...<br />
Anticipating <strong>the</strong> future<br />
Mr. James Cocchetto, Vice Principal<br />
This year, <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Elizabeth</strong> <strong>Catholic</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> celebrated<br />
25 years of <strong>Catholic</strong> education, and we ga<strong>the</strong>red as<br />
a community to celebrate this milestone. In addition,<br />
we marked <strong>the</strong> 10th anniversary of <strong>the</strong> Regional Arts<br />
Program with a spectacular gala fundraiser. Some of our<br />
recent RAP alumni returned to entertain us with <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
talents. On May 31, several hundred alumni as well<br />
as current and former staff ga<strong>the</strong>red at <strong>the</strong> school for<br />
our 25th anniversary celebration. We were inspired by<br />
<strong>the</strong> words of Dan Di Rocco, our founding principal, that<br />
we should not take <strong>Catholic</strong> education for granted<br />
and to ensure that we remain committed to providing<br />
a strong spiritual and academic foundation for our<br />
students so that <strong>the</strong>y will gain <strong>the</strong> values and skills that<br />
will allow <strong>the</strong>m to flourish in <strong>the</strong> future. The evening<br />
provided <strong>the</strong> opportunity to reconnect with old friends,<br />
and enjoy slide show and digital yearbook displays<br />
which allowed us to view <strong>the</strong> academic, athletic, and<br />
extra-curricular accomplishments that will always be<br />
part of our collective memories. To cap this memorable<br />
year, we were honoured by <strong>the</strong> Most Reverend Bishop<br />
Kirkpatrick, who celebrated a beautiful outdoor mass<br />
with over 1700 students, staff, and special guests on<br />
<strong>June</strong> 3rd. At <strong>the</strong> close of <strong>the</strong> liturgy, we presented a<br />
cheque in <strong>the</strong> amount of $8,000.00 to ShareLife. The<br />
money was raised through our ShareLife Day and <strong>the</strong><br />
generous donations of students and parents. We invite<br />
you to take some time to read this newsletter and join<br />
us in recognizing <strong>the</strong> many academic, artistic, athletic,<br />
and extra-curricular accomplishments that make <strong>St</strong>.<br />
<strong>Elizabeth</strong> CHS an excellent school. We would like<br />
to acknowledge <strong>the</strong> contributions of several staff who<br />
retired after many years of dedication to <strong>the</strong> vocation<br />
of <strong>Catholic</strong> education: Anne Carey, Department Head<br />
of Guidance, teacher, and counselor at <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Elizabeth</strong><br />
since 1989; Judy Iannucci, Ma<strong>the</strong>matics teacher and<br />
Department Head of Special Education since 2001;<br />
Jayne Scarborough, Education Assistant since 1991;<br />
‘PRINCIPAL’ EVENT: PICTURED ARE FIVE<br />
OF THE (SIX) PRINCIPALS, WHO CAME TOGETHER ON<br />
MAY 31 ST FOR THE 25 TH ANNIVERSARY OF ST. ELIZABETH<br />
CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL: MRS. ANGELA DI PRIMA,<br />
CURRENT PRINCIPAL; CATHERINE ROSENBERGER;<br />
MARY COSENTINO; ALLAN MACKEY; AND DAN DI ROCCO,<br />
FOUNDING PRINCIPAL. ABSENT: MR. CHRIS WEST.<br />
and Nunzio Romano, Vice Principal since 2007. We extend<br />
our sincere thanks for <strong>the</strong>ir contribution to student success<br />
in <strong>the</strong> classroom as well as for <strong>the</strong> time that <strong>the</strong>y dedicated<br />
to supporting a variety of extra-curricular activities that<br />
enriched <strong>the</strong> lives of countless students over <strong>the</strong> years. I<br />
would also like to welcome returning staff Amy Ferguson,<br />
Ma<strong>the</strong>matics, from her maternity leave. Thank you to <strong>the</strong><br />
following staff who have served our learning community<br />
during <strong>the</strong> past year: Cassandra Fazari, Terri Penney,<br />
Danielle Pirrello, <strong>St</strong>even Sedran, and Jamal Warda.<br />
We wish staff, students, and parents an opportunity for rest<br />
and relaxation and time to create special family memories.<br />
We remain committed to continuing our partnership<br />
with all parents and guardians to achieve our common<br />
goal of quality <strong>Catholic</strong> education for all students. To<br />
<strong>the</strong> Graduating Class of <strong>2013</strong>, we wish you all <strong>the</strong> best in<br />
your future endeavours and may <strong>the</strong> knowledge, skills, and<br />
values that you acquired during <strong>the</strong> past four years build<br />
<strong>the</strong> foundation for success. We look forward to welcoming<br />
back our current students and extend a special welcome to<br />
<strong>the</strong> incoming grade 9s. We encourage students to remain<br />
engaged in all aspects of school life at <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Elizabeth</strong> CHS.<br />
I WILL MAKE EVERYONE FEEL WELCOMED AND APPRECIATED. I WILL VALUE ALL PEOPLE AS CHILDREN OF GOD. I WILL USE MY WORDS TO HELP AND NOT HARM.<br />
Y O R K C A T H O L I C E D U C A T I O N C E N T R E
WIND ENSEMBLE EARNS<br />
SILVER AT NATIONAL<br />
FESTIVAL!<br />
Mr. P. Han, Music Department<br />
On May 14, <strong>the</strong> Wind Ensemble (Grade 9/10 RAP<br />
Band) performed at MusicFest Nationals which took<br />
place at <strong>the</strong> University of Toronto. It was wonderful<br />
to have accepted all <strong>the</strong> invitations that our various<br />
groups have received over <strong>the</strong> last few years. This is <strong>the</strong><br />
highest level music festival/competition in Canada and<br />
<strong>the</strong> students experienced <strong>the</strong> difference. They played<br />
<strong>the</strong>ir hearts out and received <strong>the</strong> Silver Award; most<br />
importantly, <strong>the</strong>y conducted <strong>the</strong>mselves very professionally like true <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Elizabeth</strong> students. The one-hour educational workshop<br />
was extremely valuable and we took a lot of great notes to use in <strong>the</strong> future. Thanks to everyone for this. This couldn't have<br />
happened without your support. Thanks to Mrs. K.L. Caruso for being a great supervisor and supporter of music.<br />
CATHOLIC SCHOOL<br />
COUNCIL: A YEAR OF<br />
ACCOMPLISHMENTS<br />
Mrs. Hea<strong>the</strong>r Velocci, Mr. Gary Thompson,<br />
Chairs<br />
This academic year was filled with many exciting<br />
accomplishments. Congratulations to our<br />
graduates: we wish you <strong>the</strong> very best in your future<br />
endeavours! We are confident that <strong>the</strong> skills that<br />
you have acquired at <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Elizabeth</strong> will guide you<br />
through <strong>the</strong> next phase in your life. May God bless<br />
you and guide you on your new path. A special<br />
thank you to <strong>the</strong> families who kindly supported our<br />
fundraising campaign this year. Your generosity<br />
allowed <strong>the</strong> purchase of many items on <strong>the</strong> wish list.<br />
Our students’ education benefited by your donation<br />
and <strong>the</strong> items that were purchased enhanced <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
learning. To <strong>the</strong> teachers, support staff and<br />
adminstration, we thank you for your hard work,<br />
devotion and professionalism in maintaining <strong>the</strong><br />
high level of education for which <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Elizabeth</strong> is<br />
well known. We express our sincere appreciation<br />
to all <strong>the</strong> parents who volunteerd <strong>the</strong>ir time on<br />
Council this year. Saying thank you doesn’t seem<br />
adequate for all your hard work. Your time, support<br />
and dedication to <strong>the</strong> students at <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Elizabeth</strong><br />
should be commended. Hope to see you all again at<br />
our first meeting in <strong>the</strong> fall when parents welcome a<br />
new Council. We wish everyone at <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Elizabeth</strong><br />
a wonderful and safe summer. Take this time to<br />
enjoy some relaxation, sun and fun with family and<br />
friends. Throughout <strong>the</strong> school year, we are all so<br />
busy with <strong>the</strong> hustle and bustle of our daily lives.<br />
We hope that <strong>the</strong> next two months will allow you to<br />
slow your pace, even for a bit! May God bless all of<br />
you and keep you safe.<br />
FROM LEFT: Ms. S. Abate, Vice Prinipal; Ms. N.<br />
Filice, Department Head of Health and Physical<br />
Education; Amanda Toniolo and Daniel Vasic,<br />
Exceptional Athletic Achievement Award recipients;<br />
and Ka<strong>the</strong>rine Palumbo of <strong>the</strong> Heart and <strong>St</strong>roke<br />
Foundation.<br />
ATHLETIC<br />
COUNCIL EVENTS<br />
SUPPORT HEART<br />
AND STROKE<br />
FOUNDATION Our<br />
Athletic Council organized three fundraising events during <strong>the</strong> school year:<br />
a <strong>St</strong>aff-<strong>St</strong>udent Soccer game in November; a <strong>St</strong>aff-<strong>St</strong>udent Volleyball game<br />
in February; and a <strong>St</strong>udent vs. <strong>St</strong>udent Ultimate game in May. These spiritbuilding<br />
events had students and teachers generating some fun and friendly<br />
competition for our students to watch. The Athletic Council raised $600.00<br />
in aid of <strong>the</strong> Heart and <strong>St</strong>roke Foundation. Every dollar raised helps<br />
Canadians with heart disease to live longer. Also, part of what <strong>the</strong> Heart and<br />
<strong>St</strong>roke Foundation promotes is healthy active living, which involves fitness<br />
as well as healthy eating. The cheque was presented to Ka<strong>the</strong>rine Palumbo,<br />
Area Coordinator, <strong>York</strong> South, of <strong>the</strong> Heart and <strong>St</strong>roke Foundation, at our<br />
Athletic Banquet on <strong>June</strong> 12th.<br />
WATERLOO MATHEMATICS CONTEST RESULTS <strong>2013</strong><br />
Ms. V. Yearwood, Ma<strong>the</strong>matics Department<br />
<strong>St</strong>udents ranking in <strong>the</strong> top 25% of all contestants in each Contest received<br />
Certificates of Distinction, while <strong>the</strong> top students in each Contest, at <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>School</strong> Level, received Medals.<br />
CONTEST CONTESTANT AWARD<br />
Pascal, Grade 9 Daniel Colucci Medal<br />
Cayley, Grade 10<br />
Lindsey Yoo<br />
Adrian Galope<br />
Adrian Galope<br />
Medal and Certificate of<br />
Distinction<br />
Certificate of Distinction<br />
Euclid, Grade 12 Navid Korhani Medal and Certificate of<br />
Distinction<br />
Emily Corazza<br />
Certificate of Distinction<br />
2 <strong>June</strong> <strong>2013</strong>
Une année super en langues vivantes!<br />
MODERN LANGUAGES COUNCIL:<br />
UNE ANNÉE FORMIDABLE!<br />
Mlle Volpe, FSL and International Languages<br />
Department<br />
The Modern Languages Council had a very<br />
successful year! Our mission is to promote a love<br />
of International languages and cultures to instill<br />
inclusivity and acceptance among <strong>the</strong> staff and<br />
students. We began <strong>the</strong> year with a salsa dance lesson<br />
by Ms. Ebanks! The dance studio was packed with<br />
dancers of all experience levels! We look forward to<br />
continuing this event next year! Carnaval was a great success! The week was filled with au<strong>the</strong>ntic French crêpes, accordion music<br />
during lunch, prayers in different languages and carnival masks made by Nations United and <strong>the</strong> Special Education Department. By<br />
selling crêpes, we were able to make a donation of $50 to Scribbles for Success! The council would like to thank its members for all<br />
<strong>the</strong>ir hard work and dedication. A big thank you to Mlle Guinci and Mlle Volpe for supervising our events and working hard behind<br />
<strong>the</strong> scenes. We would like to congratulate our new administration for next year: Nikita Zhukovic, President; Amanda Wzietek and<br />
Olga Mudrachenko, Vice Presidents; Alessia Servidio and Rachel Courts, Secretaries. See you all in September! Have a wonderful<br />
summer break!<br />
LES<br />
AVENTURES<br />
DE TINTIN<br />
Mme Bernabei,<br />
Department Head of<br />
FSL and International<br />
Languages<br />
Quelle aventure! On<br />
May 24, <strong>the</strong> grade<br />
9 academic French students had <strong>the</strong><br />
opportunity to enjoy <strong>St</strong>even Spielberg’s<br />
award-winning animation Les Aventures<br />
de Tintin: Le secret de la Licorne. After<br />
<strong>the</strong> purchase of a model ship, <strong>the</strong><br />
Unicorn, Tintin and his sidekick Snowy<br />
are involved in an incredible adventure<br />
in Morocco. With <strong>the</strong> help of Dupond<br />
and Dupont, twin bumbling Interpol<br />
agents, and <strong>the</strong> drunken Captain<br />
Haddock, Tintin is able to prevent<br />
Sakharine from obtaining <strong>the</strong> three<br />
scrolls necessary to find <strong>the</strong> treasure<br />
that rightfully belongs to Captain<br />
Haddock. Tintin is always ready to<br />
confront any obstacle and nothing<br />
will hold him back. The film exposed<br />
students to <strong>the</strong> French language and<br />
to a variety of <strong>the</strong>mes. All enjoyed<br />
this amusing and adventure-packed<br />
presentation of <strong>the</strong> original comic strip<br />
created in 1929 by Hergé. The Tintin<br />
series has been translated into 51<br />
languages. Bravo!<br />
VIVA L’ITALIANO!<br />
The grade 10 Italian class was very busy<br />
this semester with many projects. They<br />
created some amazing family trees,<br />
and prepared a fabulous luncheon,<br />
starting with antipasto and finishing<br />
with delicious Italian desserts, as <strong>the</strong>y<br />
presented <strong>the</strong>ir Ricetta italiana. They<br />
also attended <strong>the</strong> Junior Italian Film<br />
Festival at <strong>the</strong> Toronto<br />
International Film Festival<br />
and viewed <strong>the</strong> movie<br />
Scialla, a story about a<br />
young adolescent and his<br />
relationship with his tutor<br />
whom he discovers is really<br />
his fa<strong>the</strong>r. The students<br />
enjoyed <strong>the</strong> experience and<br />
<strong>the</strong> storyline.<br />
For <strong>the</strong>ir culminating project, <strong>the</strong>y<br />
created children’s books based on an<br />
Italian proverb, presented <strong>the</strong>m to<br />
<strong>the</strong> class, and explained <strong>the</strong> moral of<br />
<strong>the</strong>ir proverb. The students were also<br />
entertained by Mr. Bosco Fernandes<br />
who brought in his guitar and sang<br />
many Italian songs with <strong>the</strong> students,<br />
such as Nel blu dipinto di blu (Volare),<br />
O sole mio, Marina Marina, L’italiano<br />
(Lasciatemi cantare), and Santa Lucia.<br />
Che anno divertente!<br />
La Chef à l’école!<br />
Est-ce que vous aimez les langues de<br />
chat?<br />
Cat tongues are so delicious!<br />
On May 7th, M. D’Astoli and Mlle<br />
Guinci’s Grade 9 applied French<br />
classes participated in a truly<br />
unique French cooking experience<br />
with Chef Suzanne! They prepared<br />
langues de chat, a tasty French<br />
biscuit.<br />
Chef Suzanne cooked with <strong>the</strong><br />
students and immersed <strong>the</strong>m<br />
in <strong>the</strong> French language while<br />
<strong>the</strong>y listened to French music,<br />
learned about <strong>the</strong> culture and<br />
communicated with La chef and<br />
classmates en français! The fun<br />
atmosphere that Chef Suzanne<br />
created while cooking with <strong>the</strong><br />
students boosted <strong>the</strong>ir enthusiasm<br />
for learning <strong>the</strong> French language!<br />
This exciting<br />
event is one<br />
that <strong>the</strong><br />
students will<br />
never forget!<br />
DANIEL<br />
MACLENNAN,<br />
JESSE<br />
IANTOSCA,<br />
ANTHONY<br />
MACRI, FAGNER<br />
MOREIRA<br />
<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Elizabeth</strong> <strong>Catholic</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> 3
‘ALBERTINE EN CINQ<br />
TEMPS’ - Le Théâtre Français et<br />
Café Crêpe: Une Journée<br />
Amusante et Délicieuse!<br />
M. D’Astoli and Mlle Guinci, FSL<br />
and International Languages<br />
Quelle journée formidable! What an<br />
incredible way to spend <strong>the</strong> day:<br />
French <strong>the</strong>atre and a crêpe lunch. On<br />
April 24th, Grade 10 and 12 French<br />
students enjoyed <strong>the</strong> presentation<br />
of Albertine en cinq temps by <strong>the</strong><br />
remarkable French-Canadian playwright Michel Tremblay presented by<br />
Le Théâtre Français. The production of Tremblay’s masterpiece was flawless.<br />
Tremblay’s Albertine in Five Times is a powerful exploration of <strong>the</strong> life of<br />
one woman during five distinct periods in her life. In his title character,<br />
Tremblay created an individual of enormous independence, warmth and<br />
complexity who not only reveals to her audience <strong>the</strong> different stages of a<br />
single life, but also <strong>the</strong> intricate ways in which memory simultaneously<br />
enlightens and confuses our views of <strong>the</strong> past, <strong>the</strong> present and <strong>the</strong> future.<br />
The 90-minute tour de force production moved <strong>the</strong> audience through<br />
a frequently harrowing familial journey in <strong>the</strong> uplifting way in which<br />
Tremblay wrote his text and allowed six actresses to depict Albertine<br />
— and her sister Madeleine — with an acute interconnectedness that<br />
renders a believable individual persona for an audience to observe as she<br />
passes through 70 years of living. The outstanding acting coupled with an<br />
au<strong>the</strong>ntic set and costumes made for a very interesting experience. When<br />
<strong>the</strong> play was over, it was off to Café Crêpe for a special lunch consisting<br />
of savoury and sweet crêpes. Que c’était délicieux! This was a great way to<br />
experience French culture firsthand. Vive le français!<br />
On April 10th, Ms. Volpe's<br />
grade 10 Visual Arts class<br />
went to <strong>the</strong> Art Gallery of<br />
Ontario for an art making workshop.<br />
The Art Gallery ran a show called<br />
Revealing <strong>the</strong> Early Renaissance: <strong>St</strong>ories<br />
and Secrets in Florentine Art. <strong>St</strong>udents<br />
learned about manuscripts from <strong>the</strong><br />
Early Renaissance and about au<strong>the</strong>ntic<br />
materials used to make <strong>the</strong>se ancient<br />
manuscripts, such as vellum for <strong>the</strong><br />
pages and egg and different minerals<br />
for <strong>the</strong> pigment. <strong>St</strong>udents created <strong>the</strong>ir own manuscript page with our wonderful<br />
guest instructor <strong>St</strong>ephanie, who led <strong>the</strong>m through <strong>the</strong> various steps of manuscript<br />
creation. The workshop included calligraphy and historiated intials, and <strong>the</strong><br />
students used paint and gold leaf to give <strong>the</strong>ir page an illuminated au<strong>the</strong>ntic look.<br />
<strong>St</strong>udents also had <strong>the</strong> chance to explore <strong>the</strong> permanent collection of <strong>the</strong> AGO.<br />
To help celebrate our school’s 25th Anniversary,<br />
Ms. Volpe's class created <strong>the</strong>ir own manuscript<br />
illustrating <strong>the</strong> life of <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Elizabeth</strong>. Each student<br />
was responsible for creating one page; all <strong>the</strong> pages<br />
were displayed at our Anniversary Celebration! Ms.<br />
Volpe would like to thank Ms. Ebanks for joining us<br />
and for helping <strong>the</strong> students with <strong>the</strong> workshop! A<br />
great day was had by all.<br />
HONOURABLE MENTION IN<br />
‘PRIX’ FOR RUBINOFF ENTRY<br />
It gives <strong>the</strong> FSL and International Languages<br />
Department great pleasure in announcing that<br />
Aria Rubinoff received Honourable Mention<br />
for her French poem Alice, in <strong>the</strong> <strong>2013</strong> OECTA<br />
Prix jeunes écrivains. We are very proud of<br />
Aria and have included her poem. Félicitations,<br />
Aria!<br />
ALICE<br />
Terrain où mes pensées courent librement,<br />
Où les mots gazouillent ma tristesse,<br />
Vantent ma joie,<br />
Et exposent ce qui me fâche,<br />
C’est là où je me cache.<br />
C’est là où je me cache,<br />
Quand mes peurs se manifestent,<br />
Et je me trouve dans ce bel état,<br />
Masquée dans une voile de tromperie pure laine,<br />
Chaînée par mon orgueil.<br />
Mais c’est là où je me cache,<br />
Dans ce monde surréel moqué par la vérité,<br />
Que mon âme peut vraiment souffler dans toute<br />
sa beauté,<br />
Où les aventures sont illimitées,<br />
Et mon coeur sera toujours guéri des<br />
inquiétudes,<br />
Là, dans le terrain du coeur<br />
de mon imagination.<br />
Congratulations to <strong>the</strong><br />
following students who wrote <strong>the</strong> Physics and<br />
Chemistry contests, organized by <strong>the</strong> University<br />
of Waterloo, in May. The names listed are <strong>the</strong> top<br />
students in our school.<br />
Sir Isaac Newton Physics Exam<br />
(Grade 12)<br />
Emily Corazza<br />
Bianca Dalessandro<br />
Navid Korhani<br />
Chem 13 News Exam (Grade 12)<br />
Emily Corazza<br />
Nick Makhalalik<br />
Amanda Toniolo<br />
Ontario Association of Physics Teachers<br />
Contest (Grade 11)<br />
Christian Drago<br />
Kristofer Sobon<br />
David Wu<br />
4 <strong>June</strong> <strong>2013</strong>
LAW AND ORDER 201<br />
On <strong>June</strong> 4th,<br />
Mrs. Young’s<br />
Civics class<br />
welcomed<br />
Constable<br />
A. Watkis<br />
as part of a<br />
Q&A visit<br />
designed<br />
to help<br />
students<br />
clarify<br />
issues on topics of law, policing and <strong>the</strong> courts. Constable<br />
Watkis’ visit was an excellent opportunity to aid students<br />
in <strong>the</strong>ir study of civic rights and responsibilities. It was<br />
an entertaining and informative period that <strong>the</strong> class will<br />
not soon forget. We are most grateful to Constable Watkis<br />
for his time and agreeing to visit us. We look forward to<br />
greeting him again.<br />
CIVICS STUDENTS GET<br />
ACTIVE FOR SHARE LIFE<br />
Mrs. M. Young, Canadian and World <strong>St</strong>udies Department<br />
As part of <strong>the</strong>ir study of Active Citizenship, students from<br />
Mrs. Young’s grade 10 Civics class set out to discover<br />
more about ShareLife and <strong>the</strong> difference that this <strong>Catholic</strong><br />
organization makes to thousands of people yearly through<br />
<strong>the</strong> various organizations and charities that benefit from<br />
its fundraising campaigns. By researching different groups<br />
like Office of Refugees, Natural Family Planning, Rose<br />
of Sharon, Mary Centre, Development and Peace, and<br />
Covenant House, students became informed and developed<br />
a deeper understanding of <strong>the</strong> mission and goal of each of<br />
<strong>the</strong>se organizations. With great enthusiasm, students came<br />
to understand and appreciate <strong>the</strong> value of ShareLife and took<br />
an ‘Active’ role in teaching each o<strong>the</strong>r. As part of <strong>the</strong> school’s<br />
ShareLife celebrations and awareness campaign, <strong>the</strong> display<br />
boards created by <strong>the</strong> students about each organization were<br />
left on display in <strong>the</strong> school foyer for all to enjoy. As a class,<br />
we learned new ways to become active and engaged and to<br />
support <strong>the</strong> meaningful ways in which people share <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
lives through ShareLife.<br />
History Museums<br />
Open at<br />
<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Elizabeth</strong>!<br />
In what seemed like a blast from<br />
<strong>the</strong> past, Mrs. Young’s grade 10<br />
History students hosted daily<br />
<strong>the</strong>med presentations highlighting<br />
important and transforming<br />
events from Canada’s rich<br />
heritage in Culture, Domestic<br />
Affairs, Aboriginal Development,<br />
French-English Relations, and<br />
International Affairs. <strong>St</strong>udents<br />
worked tirelessly researching and<br />
preparing interactive, visually<br />
stimulating, informative and<br />
hands-on presentations that<br />
would help educate <strong>the</strong>ir peers on<br />
<strong>the</strong>ir subjects of expertise. After<br />
almost two weeks of preparation,<br />
each day, students were able to<br />
visit a <strong>the</strong>med museum and travel<br />
through time at different decade<br />
stations that focused on <strong>the</strong><br />
significance of various Canadian<br />
innovations, people and events<br />
of that time. The discoveries<br />
were informative and fun for <strong>the</strong><br />
audience and a great experience<br />
for presenters. Through <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
creative costumes, decorations, informative displays and historical<br />
artefacts, students did a phenomenal job transforming <strong>the</strong><br />
classroom into history museums.<br />
ST. ELIZABETH ROCKED!<br />
On April 12, <strong>the</strong> <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Elizabeth</strong><br />
community ROCKED to <strong>the</strong> musical<br />
talents that <strong>the</strong> students had to offer.<br />
The talent came from everywhere:<br />
RAP, Comprehensive, non-music<br />
students, and even alumni! Everyone<br />
enjoyed a good mix of orginal music<br />
which covered rock bands and<br />
acoustic acts throughout <strong>the</strong> evening.<br />
Great effort and teamwork from<br />
bands such as Not The Bs, The Formals, and White Snow. Also<br />
great to see were female representatives in rock by bands Crave The<br />
Chaos, Question Mark,Band 13 and Falling Into Infinity. Beautiful<br />
acoustic sets by Jacob <strong>St</strong>ellato, Mat<strong>the</strong>w Giordano, Michelle<br />
Cavaleri, John Galzote, Susie Mancini and Olivia Ruscillo.<br />
Special thanks to: Mr. Barbieri, Mr. Han and Mr. Fernandes for<br />
organizing <strong>the</strong> event; Sydney Wong (grade 11) for promotion; and<br />
Michael Aretusi (grade 10) and his crew for <strong>the</strong> lights and sound.<br />
Attention all bands/singers: start rehearsing for next year’s gig! ST<br />
E. ROCKS!<br />
<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Elizabeth</strong> <strong>Catholic</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> 5
ST. ELIZABETH ATHLETIC FINALE Ms. N. Filice, Head of Health and Physical Education<br />
THE 26TH ANNUAL ATHLETIC BANQUET was held on <strong>June</strong> 12th at The Royalton Banquet Hall and it was a tremendous success.<br />
Amanda Toniolo and Daniel Vasic were <strong>the</strong> MCs for <strong>the</strong> event and <strong>the</strong>y did a great job. There was a special presentation to<br />
<strong>the</strong> Heart and <strong>St</strong>roke foundation of <strong>York</strong> Region for $600.00 on behalf of <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Elizabeth</strong> Athletics. This money was raised by <strong>the</strong><br />
Athletic Council when <strong>the</strong>y organized <strong>the</strong> <strong>St</strong>aff-<strong>St</strong>udent Volleyball, Soccer, and <strong>St</strong>udent vs. <strong>St</strong>udent Ultimate games. The following is<br />
a list of <strong>the</strong> award winners.<br />
M V P<br />
M S P<br />
JUNIOR BOYS SOCCER Gabriel De Lorenzi Robert D’Amario<br />
SENIOR BOYS SOCCER Anthony Trujillo Nick Masci<br />
SENIOR BOYS VOLLEYBALL David Colacci Nicholas Pisani<br />
CROSS COUNTRY Aaron McQuaid Olivia La Caprara<br />
TENNIS Tetyana Gradyuk Justin Meneses<br />
GIRLS GOLF Amanda Wzietck Daniela Rinaldi<br />
BOYS GOLF Lucas Colalillo Nicholas Giandomenico<br />
SENIOR BOYS HOCKEY Anthony Trujillo Justin Gullo<br />
EMMA WARECKI “WARRIOR”<br />
AWARD<br />
Lucas Colalillo<br />
BOYS WRESTLING Daniel Palomo Jonathan Molloy<br />
SENIOR GIRLS VOLLEYBALL Melissa Simone Nicole Alessandrini<br />
JUNIOR BOYS BASKETBALL Indiana Rotundo Melvin Legaspi<br />
SENIOR BOYS BASKETBALL Christian Lazaro L.J. Merced<br />
JUNIOR BADMINTON David Colacci Michael Chan<br />
SENIOR BADMINTON Alexander Lima Daniel Vasic<br />
SENIOR GIRLS SOCCER Nicole Alessandrini <strong>St</strong>ephanie Bortolin<br />
BOYS BASEBALL <strong>St</strong>ephen Ranalli Emmanuel Acquaviva<br />
SENIOR BOYS RUGBY Marco Garisto Gerry Caravetta<br />
GIRLS SLO PITCH Jenna Capasso Claire Pannolino<br />
ULTIMATE FRISBEE Amro Isaac Laurel Dykun<br />
TABLE TENNIS Kristin Lioktsis Marco Lo Giudice<br />
JUNIOR TRACK & FIELD Mia DeGasperis Monique Simon-Tucker<br />
SENIOR TRACK & FIELD Juliana Puopolo Rodon Gutierrez<br />
A T H L E T E S O F T H E Y E A R<br />
JUNIOR FEMALE<br />
JUNIOR MALE<br />
SENIOR FEMALE<br />
SENIOR MALE<br />
Michelle Goldasic<br />
David Colacci<br />
Nicole<br />
Alessandrini<br />
Gabriel Frano<br />
A T H L E T I C L E T T E R S<br />
JUNIOR LETTER (50 Points):<br />
(Female) Leane Capitano, Julia<br />
Cundari, Holly DiBartolomeo, Emily<br />
Coldasic, Adriana Kostevski, Jessica<br />
Panarese, Juliana Puopolo, Camilla<br />
Quach, Wendy Sanajko, Melissa<br />
Simone, Sarah Su<strong>the</strong>rland, Olessia<br />
Vachtchenko; (Male) Andrew Bada,<br />
Gerry Caravetta, Ryan Chong,<br />
Christopher Cicione, David Colacci,<br />
Randy Doton, Gabriel Frano, Sebastian<br />
Galzote, Nicholas Giandomenico,<br />
<strong>St</strong>efan Greto, Rodon Gutierrez, John<br />
Ryan Lau, Christian Lazaro, Herrick<br />
Luk, Nicholas Masci, Jonathan Molloy,<br />
Kevin Oppong, Daniel Palomo, Jacob<br />
Palomo, Davide Paolucci, Rom Perez,<br />
Nicholas Pisani, Vincent Sacco,<br />
Anthony Trujillo<br />
O U T S T A N D I N G A T H L E T I C A C H I E V E M E N T A W A R D (110 Points)<br />
Daniel Vasic<br />
E X C E P T I O N A L A T H L E T I C A C H I E V E M E N T A W A R D (150 Points)<br />
Amanda Toniolo<br />
Y O R K R E G I O N C H A M P I O N S<br />
Boys Wrestling Team:<br />
Gerry Caravetta, Narden Cocja, Prince Edoh, Sebastian Galzote, Mitchell Mercado,<br />
Jonathan Molloy, Daniel Palomo, Tony Yoo<br />
SENIOR LETTER (75 Points)<br />
(Female) Nicole Alessandrini, Kristin Lioktsis, Simona Petti, Nicole Simeoni, Sara<br />
Toniolo; (Male) Christian Fazari, Gabriel Frano, Alexander Lima, Marquise Swaby,<br />
Daniel Vasic<br />
HURDLER PUOPOLO PREPARES FOR IAAF<br />
CHAMPIONSHIP<br />
Juliana Puopolo is <strong>the</strong> fastest grade 11<br />
student who ran <strong>the</strong> Senior 100 Meter<br />
Hurdles in Ontario. She placed fourth at<br />
<strong>the</strong> OFSAA Championships in Ottawa<br />
this <strong>June</strong>. As a result of her wonderful<br />
accomplishments, she qualified for<br />
<strong>the</strong> World Youth Championships in<br />
Donetsk, Ukraine, from July 10 to 14.<br />
Bravo, Juliana!<br />
6 <strong>June</strong> <strong>2013</strong>
The highlight of <strong>the</strong> 26th Annual Athletic<br />
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE YEAR’S TOP ATHLETES! Banquet was <strong>the</strong> presentation of <strong>the</strong><br />
Athlete of <strong>the</strong> Year Award to athletes who<br />
have exhibited outstanding athletic skill in <strong>the</strong>ir sport or sports. Whe<strong>the</strong>r during practice or competition, recipients demonstrated a<br />
positive attitude, sportsmanship, discipline and dedication to <strong>the</strong>ir team. The recipients’ determination and hard work contributed to<br />
<strong>the</strong> success of our athletic program. The following students were awarded Athlete of <strong>the</strong> Year Awards: Michelle Goldasic and David<br />
Colacci, Junior Athletes of <strong>the</strong> Year; Nicole Alessandrini and Gabriel Frano, Senior Athletes of <strong>the</strong> Year. Congratulations to <strong>the</strong>se<br />
outstanding athletes!<br />
Ms. N. Filice, Department Head of<br />
Health and Physical Education, with<br />
Junior Female Athlete of <strong>the</strong> Year<br />
Michelle Goldasic<br />
Ms. B. Wu with Junior Male<br />
Athlete of <strong>the</strong> Year, David<br />
Colacci<br />
Ms. L. Colburn with Senior<br />
Female Athlete of <strong>the</strong> Year, Nicole<br />
Alessandrini<br />
WHAT WILL THEY THINK OF<br />
NEXT...?<br />
ST. ELIZABETH COMES TOGETHER AGAIN IN SUPPORT<br />
OF SHARELIFE<br />
Mrs. I. Mancuso, Chaplain<br />
Thank you so much to all of <strong>the</strong> <strong>St</strong> <strong>Elizabeth</strong> school community for<br />
coming toge<strong>the</strong>r this year to help make our first full day event a<br />
huge success. We were able to raise approximately $13,000.00 this<br />
year and, after food and o<strong>the</strong>r expenses, we were able to give <strong>the</strong><br />
ShareLife organization a total of $8,000.00.<br />
Mr. Schincariol's SPH4U students created some<br />
interesting Culminating Performance Projects this<br />
semester. They included a Ping Pong Ball Cannon<br />
(pictured), a <strong>St</strong>irling Engine, bottle rockets, projectile<br />
launchers, and various electrical generators.<br />
From L: Scott Harrison, Amanda Toniolo, Christian<br />
Marcello, Laurel Dykun, and Amro Isaac.<br />
Fun was experienced by all in attendance. The wea<strong>the</strong>r was amazing<br />
and we were able to enjoy <strong>the</strong> outdoor activities such as <strong>the</strong> walk in<br />
<strong>the</strong> neighbourhood, <strong>the</strong> BBQ lunch, <strong>the</strong> inflatable games, water balloon<br />
games, face painting, and musical entertainment.<br />
We had <strong>the</strong> best ShareLife Committee members this year. Their<br />
dedication to making this year’s event such a huge success was due<br />
to <strong>the</strong> many hours <strong>the</strong>y spent preparing for this day. A huge THANK<br />
YOU goes out to all those staff members who assisted us with this<br />
day. However, <strong>the</strong> biggest appreciation goes out to <strong>the</strong> students that<br />
proved once again that this school community has a huge heart and<br />
is very generous! Your commitment to <strong>the</strong> preferential option for<br />
<strong>the</strong> poor and needy is exemplary! May God bless you all!<br />
ST. ELIZABETH CATHOLIC HIGH<br />
SCHOOL HIGHLIGHTS is a newsletter that is<br />
published four times a year for parents of <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Elizabeth</strong> <strong>Catholic</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> community.<br />
ADMINISTRATIVE ADVISOR: Mrs. A. Di Prima<br />
EDITOR: Ms. A. Del Greco<br />
<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Elizabeth</strong> <strong>Catholic</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> 7
MARKETING<br />
FAIR<br />
CONTRIBUTES<br />
TO GREAT<br />
CAUSE<br />
Mr. K. Ho, Business<br />
Department<br />
From May 8 to 10,<br />
Mr. Ho’s Grade 11 Marketing class opened <strong>the</strong>ir booths to<br />
<strong>the</strong> <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Elizabeth</strong> community during all three lunches. They<br />
sold a variety of products in our cafeteria, including delicious<br />
home-baked goods, fruit smoothies, frozen yogurt, and fresh<br />
flowers, to name a few. Altoge<strong>the</strong>r, <strong>the</strong> class made a profit of<br />
$970.00. This semester, <strong>the</strong> class chose to donate to <strong>the</strong><br />
Terry Fox Foundation in memory of Frank Iannuzzi, a former<br />
grade 8 teacher at <strong>St</strong>. Joseph <strong>the</strong> Worker <strong>Catholic</strong> Elementary<br />
<strong>School</strong>. Many of our students remember Mr. Iannuzzi’s<br />
caring and giving way to our community. According to Mrs.<br />
Iannuzzi, this Foundation was chosen because her husband<br />
had expressed a wish to support <strong>the</strong>ir work.<br />
A gift of $970.00<br />
was given to<br />
<strong>the</strong> Markham/<br />
<strong>St</strong>ouffville Terry<br />
Fox Run in<br />
recognition of Dr.<br />
Mateya Trinkaus’<br />
fundraising efforts.<br />
Thank you, staff<br />
and students, for<br />
supporting <strong>the</strong><br />
Marketing Fair!<br />
SCRIBBLES FOR<br />
SUCCESS<br />
DONATIONS BENEFIT<br />
MANY<br />
Mr. K. Ho<br />
During <strong>the</strong> month of<br />
October, <strong>the</strong> Scribblers<br />
set up <strong>the</strong>ir very first<br />
Halloween-<strong>the</strong>med photo<br />
booth! We included props<br />
such as fea<strong>the</strong>red boas and<br />
groovy glasses that <strong>the</strong> students could wear as <strong>the</strong>y posed<br />
with <strong>the</strong>ir friends. Over 150 photos were printed and many<br />
students made picture collages in <strong>the</strong>ir lockers to have great<br />
memories.<br />
8 <strong>June</strong> <strong>2013</strong><br />
BUSINESS ENTREPRENEURS GO TO WORK...<br />
From L: Sister Regina Cordrum, Sister Immaculada, Mr.<br />
K. Ho, Francis Lao, Ms. D. Spector, Alissa Dinatolo, Julia<br />
Dragos, Magdalena Luszczynski, Ms. P. Smith<br />
March<br />
was a very<br />
important<br />
month for<br />
Scribblers.<br />
We held our<br />
annual Spirit<br />
Days, which<br />
included<br />
raffle<br />
draws with<br />
awesome<br />
prizes<br />
such as<br />
iTunes gift<br />
cards, movie passes and a pair of tickets to see a Blue Jays game.<br />
Fur<strong>the</strong>rmore, we held a successful bake sale with nutritious and<br />
delicious goodies such as banana loaf cake, apple cake and cake<br />
pops. In addition to <strong>the</strong>se fun events, our school-wide civvies day<br />
and school supplies collection were also held during this month.<br />
Altoge<strong>the</strong>r, we collected four full bags for donation. We again<br />
donated to <strong>St</strong>. John Paul The Great Family Centre (JPTGFC) located<br />
in <strong>the</strong> heart of <strong>the</strong> Jane and <strong>St</strong>eeles corridor. To help students in<br />
literacy and numeracy, students at <strong>the</strong> Center received reading<br />
books, ma<strong>the</strong>matics manipulatives, and o<strong>the</strong>r school supplies. The<br />
Scribblers donated money from <strong>the</strong> successful Spirit Days to support<br />
four good causes. A total of $1500 was donated to <strong>the</strong> following<br />
charities:<br />
Covenant House ($250): A <strong>Catholic</strong> organization which<br />
cares for and shelters homeless and runaway youth.<br />
Kidzcare Tanzania ($250) toge<strong>the</strong>r with two boxes of<br />
school supplies: Kidzcare Tanzania’s mission is to care for <strong>the</strong><br />
needs of orphaned and disadvantaged children in Tanzania. Mrs.<br />
Judith Lyander, former Vice Principal at <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Elizabeth</strong>, and Ms.<br />
Petra Smith, librarian at Our Lady of <strong>the</strong> Lake <strong>Catholic</strong> College<br />
<strong>School</strong>, volunteer <strong>the</strong>ir time with this organization.<br />
Centre for Abused Children ($500): Two boxes of school<br />
supplies were gratefully received by Ms. Denise Spector, Director<br />
of Women’s and Children’s Programs.<br />
Canadian Food for Children ($500): We became aware<br />
of this organization through Mrs. Ines Mancuso and <strong>the</strong> Peer<br />
Ministers.<br />
Mo<strong>the</strong>r Teresa said: I alone cannot change <strong>the</strong> world, but I can cast a<br />
stone across <strong>the</strong> waters to create many ripples. Scribbles for Success<br />
believes that we can all help to make a difference in <strong>the</strong> world.<br />
On behalf of all of <strong>the</strong> charity organizations, we want to say a big<br />
THANK YOU to <strong>the</strong> <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Elizabeth</strong> community for <strong>the</strong>ir generous<br />
support throughout <strong>the</strong> school year. God bless!
LONDON TO PARIS<br />
EQUALS ‘MARCH BREAK MAGIC’<br />
Mr. D. Paolini, Arts Department<br />
Visual Arts News<br />
On March, 7, <strong>2013</strong>, twenty-six students along with Mr. Chetty, Ms. Presutto and Mr.<br />
Paolini departed for London England.<br />
The much anticipated London to Paris ‘Trip of <strong>the</strong> Year’ was underway. Arriving in<br />
London, <strong>the</strong> group was greeted by <strong>the</strong>ir private coach and taken to Kensington Close<br />
Hotel. They boarded buses to enjoy a three-hour ‘Rock and Roll Tour. With music blaring<br />
and students singing, we visited sites, homes and pubs frequented by many of <strong>the</strong><br />
legendary British bands of <strong>the</strong> 60s, 70s, and 80s: The Beatles, The Rolling <strong>St</strong>ones,<br />
Queen, Jimi Hendrix, to name a few. This was <strong>the</strong> start of <strong>the</strong> many adventures to be<br />
enjoyed over <strong>the</strong> next nine days, including visits to Picadilly Circus, Leicester Square,<br />
Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace (Changing of <strong>the</strong> Guard), Carnaby<br />
<strong>St</strong>reet, National Gallery, Tower of London, Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, <strong>St</strong>. Paul’s<br />
Ca<strong>the</strong>dral, Tate Modern, and National Portrait Gallery. Shopping, shopping, and more<br />
shopping.<br />
Then off to <strong>St</strong>. Pancras and <strong>the</strong> Eurostar to Paris. Home was now <strong>the</strong> newly-renovated,<br />
Citadines Apart’Hotel Les Halles. From here we got to know Paris well. We visited<br />
Pompidou Centre, Notre-Dame Ca<strong>the</strong>dral, Place <strong>St</strong>-Michel, Latin Quarter, Père Lachaise<br />
Cemetery to see <strong>the</strong> gravesites of Frédéric Chopin, Jim Morrison, Oscar Wilde, and<br />
Annette Giacometti.<br />
We visited Montmartre, Sacré-Coeur, Moulin Rouge and walked <strong>the</strong> Champs-Élysées,<br />
visited <strong>the</strong> Arc de Triomphe, <strong>the</strong> Louvre and Musée d’Orsay, and at night ascended to <strong>the</strong><br />
top of <strong>the</strong> Eiffel Tower with its glittering lights. Next day we were off to <strong>the</strong> Chateau<br />
de Versailles with all its history and gilded gold. Back to Paris and a visit to <strong>the</strong> Musée<br />
Rodin, a masterpiece in its own right, and <strong>the</strong> final evening was spent visiting <strong>the</strong> site of<br />
Princess Diana’s crash, <strong>the</strong>n onto a cruise on <strong>the</strong> Seine.<br />
On behalf of Mr. Chetty, Ms. Presutto and me, we wish to thank this group of fine<br />
young people for allowing us to share <strong>the</strong>se experiences with <strong>the</strong>m: experiences which<br />
have enriched our lives and will always be cherished with fondness. In particular, we<br />
want to wish <strong>the</strong> grade 12 students who were ‘on board’ this trip and who will soon<br />
be graduating, we wish you well and hope that one day you may return to London and<br />
Paris, empowered with your new insights. ‘Cheerio!’ and ‘Bon voyage!’ to you all.<br />
VISUAL ART STUDENTS DRAW INSPIRATION FROM MONTREAL’S SPRING<br />
SNOWSTORM<br />
On April 12th, grade 9 and 10 RAP visual arts students visited<br />
Montreal, Québec to study and discover <strong>the</strong> city. The excursion<br />
to Montreal was to afford our RAP students <strong>the</strong> opportunity to be<br />
immersed in this unique French–Canadian culture and respond<br />
to its environment, not as tourists, but as visual art students from<br />
Ontario. This year, <strong>the</strong> unexpected wea<strong>the</strong>r – SNOW! added<br />
ano<strong>the</strong>r dimension to this experience.<br />
Getting to Montreal was picturesque, with all <strong>the</strong> snow accumulation, but,<br />
slow upon arrival to <strong>the</strong> city, students were taken to Redpath Hall located on<br />
<strong>the</strong> campus of McGill University and set about, recording images preserved<br />
in this fascinating Classically Rendered building. Over <strong>the</strong> next two days,<br />
many drawings and recordings were completed by this marvelous group of<br />
talented students. <strong>St</strong>udies from sites like Notre-Dame Ca<strong>the</strong>dral, The Montreal<br />
Museum of Fine Art, and Sainte-Marguerite-Bourgeoys <strong>Catholic</strong> Church in Old<br />
Montreal were some of <strong>the</strong> vehicles used by students to hone <strong>the</strong>ir skills.<br />
The <strong>St</strong>udies were of <strong>the</strong> highest caliber as always and <strong>the</strong> experience of being<br />
able to study from objects celebrating <strong>the</strong> French culture unique to Canada as<br />
serious and disciplined Visual Art students is something which allows for <strong>the</strong><br />
maturation of <strong>the</strong>se young people.<br />
<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Elizabeth</strong> <strong>Catholic</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> 9
ILLUMINATI<br />
In May, <strong>the</strong> visual art department held its annual Illuminati Art Show, exhibited in<br />
<strong>the</strong> <strong>York</strong> <strong>Catholic</strong> District <strong>School</strong> Board Centre for <strong>the</strong> Arts Theatre. After 25 years of<br />
captivating artwork produced by <strong>the</strong> art students, this year’s R.A.P and comprehensive<br />
students were accompanied by curious family members to this year’s art show. The<br />
Exhibition was an overwhelming success. The paintings presented in <strong>the</strong> show were a<br />
reflection of <strong>the</strong> hard work put forth in <strong>the</strong> art classes throughout <strong>the</strong> year. Visitors<br />
were first greeted by an arrangement of light installations created by <strong>the</strong> talented<br />
grade 12 Rap class. Guests were impressed by <strong>the</strong> clay work which included vessels and portrait bust composed by <strong>the</strong> grade 11<br />
R.A.P class . Included in <strong>the</strong> <strong>the</strong>atre were beautifully painted landscapes that represented<br />
<strong>the</strong> suburban community and environment. Alongside those works were acrylic paintings<br />
of vibrant flowers that created a bright focal point. Under <strong>the</strong> neon lights, <strong>the</strong> Haida<br />
sculptures added a tribal atmosphere to <strong>the</strong> <strong>the</strong>atre. Within <strong>the</strong> <strong>the</strong>atre, <strong>the</strong>re was a maze<br />
of drawings and illustrations of portraits and cameras, which added to <strong>the</strong> fun experience.<br />
Not to be forgotten, <strong>the</strong> ramp was filled with a wide array of student photography, ranging<br />
from beautiful portraiture to breathtaking landscapes to intricate still life arrangements.<br />
Overall, Illuminati was an achievement in both spectacle and artistic achievement.<br />
Vietnam Visit: A Priestley Presentation<br />
Mrs. M. Young, Canadian and World <strong>St</strong>udies Department<br />
On <strong>June</strong> 7th, students from Mrs. Young’s grade 10 history classes proudly<br />
welcomed Fr. Joseph Pham to <strong>the</strong>ir class. Fr. Joseph humbly shared his<br />
remarkable personal story of survival and escape from Vietnam and his<br />
courageous journey to Canada as a ‘Boat Person’. In <strong>the</strong> late 1970s <strong>the</strong> conflict<br />
in Vietnam not only escalated into neighbouring Cambodia and Laos, but<br />
changed <strong>the</strong> lifestyles of people of all three countries forever. The new regime<br />
resorted to tactics of intimidation, control, torture, imprisonment, and killing.<br />
As a result, hundreds of thousands of people risked <strong>the</strong>ir lives to flee, some<br />
surviving <strong>the</strong> arduous and dangerous journey making it to foreign shores. Fr. Joseph shared with students how, as a young boy, he<br />
experienced such a journey. He explained how <strong>the</strong> government killed his fa<strong>the</strong>r and persecuted his <strong>Catholic</strong> family. He described his lone<br />
escape from Vietnam at <strong>the</strong> age of 13, and his dangerous struggle through <strong>the</strong> jungle to shores where boats were able to, for those willing<br />
to risk <strong>the</strong>ir lives, transport <strong>the</strong>m to ‘safety’. Among o<strong>the</strong>r things, Fr. Joseph described his survival for two years in a Malaysian refugee<br />
camp and his amazing January arrival to a snow-covered Canada. Though <strong>the</strong> topic of <strong>the</strong> ‘Boat People’ was part of <strong>the</strong> students’ course<br />
work and research, it was an amazing privilege for students to hear this firsthand account of perseverance and hope. Fr. Joseph’s story<br />
became even more interesting to students when he explained how all alone, as a 15-year-old boy with no English whatsoever, attempted<br />
to integrate into a school system and general Canadian society in London, Ontario where <strong>the</strong> government had designated him to live.<br />
It was inspiring for students to meet someone whose faith in God and will to live helped him arrive to Canada, get a post-secondary<br />
education, become employed and answer his vocational call to <strong>the</strong> priesthood. Despite his struggle as a child and youth in Vietnam, Fr.<br />
Joseph continues to guide and inspire o<strong>the</strong>rs with this positivism and love for his fellow man. We thank Fr. Joseph Pham for sharing his<br />
amazing story with us. It was an honour and blessing to listen to his story and we thank him for inspiring us with his devotion, strength<br />
and humility.<br />
10 <strong>June</strong> <strong>2013</strong>
ST. E and FAÇADE ACADEMY OF THE ARTS<br />
Ms. M. A. Arista Vallario, FLS Teacher, Special Education Department<br />
May came this year with vibrance and creativity. Thanks to Mina Spremulli at Façade<br />
Academy of <strong>the</strong> Arts’ generosity, students in our Functional Skills classes were given a<br />
complimentary workshop where <strong>the</strong>y created an exceptional art piece fit for any wall in<br />
<strong>the</strong>ir parents’ homes. Our students had a great time and were enthralled in what <strong>the</strong>y<br />
were doing. This <strong>the</strong>rapeutic and hands-on experience, was anxiously anticipated in our<br />
Art Therapy Workshop held on <strong>June</strong> 21st where <strong>the</strong> act of drawing and creating art to help relieve<br />
stress, stimulate <strong>the</strong> brain and exercise fine motor skills along side eye and hand coordination was<br />
a great way to end <strong>the</strong> school year. Façade Academy is no stranger to <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Elizabeth</strong>, mentoring<br />
many of our very own RAP students, special needs students and mainstream current and past<br />
students, providing <strong>the</strong>m with incredible opportunities to enhance <strong>the</strong>ir experience as artists<br />
in <strong>the</strong> art and design industry. Many of <strong>the</strong>se students created set design for <strong>the</strong> Vaughan Film<br />
Festival, one-of-a-kind art pieces for gallery display, creating collectable art pieces for <strong>the</strong> <strong>St</strong>arlight<br />
Children’s Foundation and NHL charity auction and were given recognition and exposure<br />
within <strong>the</strong> arts and design industries from <strong>the</strong> media. Mrs. Spremulli has provided<br />
scholarships, awards and helped in preparation of portfolio’s with 100% acceptance<br />
in University/ College in Canada, USA and International placements. In addition, Mrs.<br />
Spremulli provides current <strong>St</strong>. E. students with internship and volunteer experience,<br />
working and assisting with Façade Academy’s annual events both large and small as well as<br />
providing <strong>the</strong>m with teaching experience, instructing <strong>the</strong> kinder and beginner arts classes.<br />
We are excited to work with Façade Academy of <strong>the</strong> Arts next year as we know <strong>the</strong> benefits<br />
of art and fun that comes with it! If you require fur<strong>the</strong>r information, please contact<br />
Mina Spremulli at 416-895-3570 or www.facadeacademy.com.<br />
YEAR-END MESSAGE FROM OUR<br />
TRUSTEES<br />
Mrs. Teresa Ciaravella and Mrs. Cathy Ferlisi<br />
We extend our thanks to you for your ongoing<br />
support and commitment to <strong>the</strong> values and goals<br />
of <strong>Catholic</strong> education. This is also <strong>the</strong> time of<br />
year that we salute <strong>the</strong> graduating class of <strong>2013</strong><br />
and bid it farewell. Whe<strong>the</strong>r you will be entering<br />
<strong>the</strong> workforce, college or university, we wish you<br />
success. To our RAP graduates, congratulations<br />
and thank you for your continued support of<br />
this regional program. We extend our sincere<br />
thanks to each member of <strong>the</strong> <strong>Catholic</strong> <strong>School</strong><br />
Council. Your hard work makes <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Elizabeth</strong><br />
<strong>the</strong> best that it can be. Involved parents really<br />
do make a difference. Congratulations to <strong>St</strong>.<br />
<strong>Elizabeth</strong> <strong>Catholic</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> on <strong>the</strong> occasion of<br />
its 25th Anniversary and on <strong>the</strong> occasion of <strong>the</strong><br />
10th Anniversary of <strong>the</strong> Regional Arts Program.<br />
Over <strong>the</strong> past 25 years, <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Elizabeth</strong> CHS has<br />
helped thousands of students achieve <strong>the</strong>ir dreams,<br />
and set <strong>the</strong>m on a path to success, guided by our<br />
Gospel values. Its contributions to <strong>the</strong> Thornhill<br />
and Maple community and <strong>the</strong> many staff and<br />
students who worked and studied at <strong>the</strong> school<br />
will always be cherished. Also, over <strong>the</strong> past<br />
decade, <strong>the</strong> Regional Arts Program at <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Elizabeth</strong><br />
CHS has provided thousands of students across<br />
<strong>the</strong> Regional Municipality of <strong>York</strong> with a quality<br />
PLAQUE PRESENTATION FOR SCHOOL’S 25TH<br />
ANNIVERSARY: Ms. S. Abate, Vice Principal; Mrs. C.<br />
Ferlisi, Trustee; Mr. J. Cocchetto, Vice Principal; Ms. H.<br />
Velocci, Chair, CSC; Ms. M. Cosentino, Superintendent of<br />
Education, YCDSB; Mrs. T. Ciaravella, Trustee.<br />
<strong>Catholic</strong> education fully integrated<br />
with an exceptional arts education.<br />
Best wishes to teachers and o<strong>the</strong>r<br />
staff who are retiring. We also thank<br />
<strong>the</strong> school administrators at <strong>St</strong>.<br />
<strong>Elizabeth</strong> CHS. Their leadership,<br />
dedication and passion for providing<br />
quality <strong>Catholic</strong> education are very<br />
much appreciated. We look forward<br />
to working with you next year.<br />
May you enjoy a stress-free and<br />
refreshing summer and may God<br />
hold you in <strong>the</strong> palm of His hand.<br />
Concord/Thornhill<br />
Residents:<br />
Cathy Ferlisi<br />
Telephone: 416-565-7087<br />
Email: cathy.ferlisi@ycdsb.ca<br />
Website:<br />
trustee.ycdsb.ca/ferlisi<br />
Maple Residents:<br />
Teresa Ciaravella<br />
Telephone: 905-832-4562<br />
Email:<br />
teresa.ciaravella@ycdsb.ca<br />
Website:<br />
trustee.ycdsb.ca/ciaravella<br />
CONTACT<br />
INFORMATION<br />
<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Elizabeth</strong> <strong>Catholic</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong><br />
525 New Westminster Drive<br />
Thornhill, Ontario L4J 7X3<br />
Phone: 905-882-1460<br />
Attendance: 905-882-0333<br />
Fax: 905-882-5074<br />
Guidance: 905-882-1741<br />
Guidance Fax: 905-882-9283<br />
Website: http://seh.ycdsb.ca<br />
<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Elizabeth</strong> <strong>Catholic</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> 11
ST. ELIZABETH chs 25TH YEAR<br />
ANNIVERSARY<br />
EVENTS<br />
CALENDAR<br />
A U G U S T<br />
Tuesday, August 27<br />
GETTING STUDENTS READY<br />
FOR HIGH SCHOOL<br />
S E P T E M B E R<br />
Monday, September 2<br />
LABOUR DAY<br />
Tuesday, September 3<br />
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL<br />
Thursday, September 12<br />
PHOTO DAY<br />
Wednesday, September 18<br />
GRADE 9 INFORMATION EVENING<br />
@ 7:00 pm<br />
Thursday, September 19<br />
OPENING LITURGY (OUTDOOR)<br />
Monday, September 23<br />
P.A. DAY (NO CLASSES)<br />
10TH YEAR ANNIVERSARY FOR RAP<br />
Wednesday, September 25<br />
ACADEMIC AWARDS ASSEMBLY<br />
(Period 1)<br />
O C T O B E R<br />
Thursday, October 10<br />
PHOTO RETAKE DAY<br />
Monday, October 14<br />
THANKSGIVING<br />
Wednesday, October 30<br />
REGIONAL ARTS PROGRAM<br />
OPEN HOUSE<br />
7:00 pm in <strong>the</strong> Theatre<br />
Snap Vaughan East <strong>York</strong> (gregorio riccio)<br />
N O V E M B E R<br />
Friday, November 1 to<br />
Friday, November 15<br />
GRADUATION PHOTOS<br />
Wednesday, November 13<br />
PARENT-TEACHER INTERVIEWS<br />
(Beginning at 5:30pm)<br />
12 <strong>June</strong> <strong>2013</strong>