Empowering Youth Day
W.A.V.E Event 2015: St. Gregory the Great Catholic Academy particpated in the 6th Annual W.A.V.E Event - Empowering Youth Day!
UPower
Sarah Westbrook, a motivational speaker was invited to St. Gregory the Great on May 8, 2015. Her message helped young people to think and act beyond their feelings so that they can choose to be resilient, confident and respectful.
Simulation Activity
St. Gregory the Great Catholic Academy in Woodbridge recently held a simulation activity where students had a first-hand experience to learn what it’s like to live with a disability.
ICAN Poster Challenge
Bullying awareness week (November 16-22) was marked by ICAN Calendar Contest. Students in primary, junior and intermediate division were challenged to create a poster representing inclusion, recognizing diversity and advocating for acceptance. The posters were collected and judged based on originality, message and creativity. Winners were chosen from each division and their artwork was published in the official SGG ICAN Calendar. These calendars were then sold in December to parents/guardians; making great Christmas gifts.
Games Club
Beginning January ICAN Intermediate students were assigned to Grade 1 to 5 classes (2 male/2 female) and became the ICAN Games Club Ambassadors for the 2015 school year. They visited classes during all indoor procedures with a box full of games. Their mission was to support inclusion, modelling acceptance and facilitating respectful play. What a treausre to have such dedicated ICAN students work diligently with their younger students to create a safe, caring and supportive school climate.
Exceptionalities Expo
Grade 7 students researched about different exceptionalities and held a learning Expo for the entire school!
Exceptionalities Picture Books
Grade 8's students wrote, illustrated and published their own picture books highlighting diverse exceptionalities.
NEWS
Together We Rock!
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On April 5th, 2016 John Draper’s “Together We Rock!” presentation came to St.Emily promoting learning and leadership opportunities for grade 4-8 students that inspires them to build communities that are accessible to and inclusive of people with disabilities.
WAVE!
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Once again, St. Gregory the Great and for the first time, St. Emily attends Louise Russo’s Empowering Youth Day on May 3 at the Mississauga Living Arts Center during Catholic Education Week.
ICAN Make A Difference Day!
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“I CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE DAY!” St. Emily challenges their staff and students to strategically think about what they can do that day to make their school community a better place for all to learn and play.
Super Fire!
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In celebration of Bullying Awareness Week, November 15-21, 2015 St. Emily hosted Superfire a Canadian band of uniquely challenged youths who showcased their musical abilities and talents. Their ICAN presentation delivers a strong message to students as members speak candidly about their disabilities and challenges yet choose to focus on their strengths and abilities.
ICAN Power Point Presentation
OFFICIAL VIDEO
