Volume 6, Issue 2
CASA TRIP TO THE
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
CP 24’S PATRICIA
JAGGERNAUTH
CELEBRATES BLACK HISTORY
MONTH WITH CA
CA
COMMUNITY
MISSION BANK
CA GR.9
CONCERT BAND
WINS GOLD!
CARA-CARDINAL 2015
THE TRADITION
CONTINUES...
Volume 6 Issue 2
By Mr. Compagnon
Cardinal Ambrozic
Catholic Secondary
School
10 Castle Oaks Crossing
Brampton, On. L6P 3A2
905-913-2989
www.dpcdsb.org/ambro
Principal:
Mr. Compagnon
Vice-Principals:
Ms. Burazin
Mr. Ramalho
Head Secretary:
Mrs. D’Agostino
Chaplaincy Leader:
Mr. Minardi
Lead Hand:
Mr. Mazzatelli
Trustee: Wards 8 and 10
Mr. Shawn Xavier
Parent Council Chair:
Ms. Anna Aidoo
Superintendent:
Ms. Denise Oude-Reimerink
Pastor St. Patrick’s Parish:
Pastor Father Vito
Marziliano
Often in our society, people say they half way through their semester two
prefer to coast to the finish. In educa- courses, it is important they realize
tion, whether you are a student or a that there is still over 65% of each
staff member, we don’t coast to the course’s evaluation still to be deterfinish – we sprint through the finish mined. Each student, whether they
line!!!!!
are scratching and clawing for a
Even though the calendar says April, passing grade or striving for a personthe feel in the school says the end is al best, needs to maintain their effort
near. Staff and students are planning through these remaining few months.
graduation and prom, Guidance In other words… Each and every stucounselors are visiting our feeder dent needs to sprint through the finish
line, regardless of
schools to prepare
“Education
is,
and
contheir circumstance!!!!
our future grade
nines for their transi- tinues to be, a partner- Education is, and
tion to Cardinal Am- ship between the school continues to be, a
brozic, and the ad- staff, the student them- partnership between
ministrative team is
the school staff, the
selves
and
the
student’s
planning for the
student
themselves
and
family and the student’s par2015-2016
school parents
year. As the flowers members.”
ents and family memoutside are sproutbers. The entire staff
ing from the ground, we are already of Cardinal Ambrozic are fully comreviewing our staffing complement for mitted to maximizing this partnership
September 2015 and preparing to by working closely with you and your
build next year’s timetable.
child throughout the remainder of the
Certainly this time of year doesn’t just year, with the hopes of ensuring that
prompt staff to work extra-hard… but each and every student maximizes
the students are also feeling the pres- their overall potential.
sure. As our students find themselves
By Mr. Minardi
“Peel
individuals required to local families i.e. food, clothing,
and families experi- school supplies, basic daily needs (toiletries),
encing
poverty unused furniture, etc. Working together in costruggle because of operation with all our local elementary schools
limited access to and our staff here at Cardinal Ambrozic, we
income,
supports are proactively addressing and serving the
and resources. Pov- daily requests for existing and new families in
erty is
the area, single parent
a b o u t "Christ has no body
homes and young families
i n with children, in ensuring
on earth but yours.
come,
that we foster hope for the
but also about the inability for in- Yours are the Hands
needy and poor in our lodividuals and families to live inde- and the Feet with
cal schools and communipendently, focus on wellness and
ty by providing the daily
which
he
goes
about
be involved in community
the necessities of life, but
doing
good".
life.” (Peel Poverty Reduction
more importantly, fostering
Strategy 2012-15)
friendship and much need- St. Teresa of Avila
ed relationships that conIn order to respond to our call as Catholic ed- tinue not only during larger annual drives but
ucators and students, we are responding to to do so daily. Our hope is that all community
the daily needs/ requests of local families living members be assisted if in need and that if anybelow the poverty line in our local schools and one wishes to assist us with much needed docommunity (elementary and secondary). This nations, we will gladly accept them in order to
involves the organization, set-up and distribu- have them distributed to the most needy and
tion network of a Community Bank Mission in vulnerable in our community.
our school that addresses the daily necessities
By Mrs. Venier
Our CA family reached out and welcomed seniors from Villa Amica in December. Students,
staff and seniors spent the day together by enjoying some music from our school band, watching a dance performance by our school’s
dance class, eating lunch made by our Hospitality students, praying and sharing stories. It was a
memorable experience for all involved.
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By Ms. Crescenzi
So far, semester two is a lively one in the CA Library! We are busier than ever with staff and
students coming to read, work collaboratively,
research, use the computers and study. Our
collection continues to grow with newly added
magazines, fiction, non-fiction, eBooks and
graphic works based on new releases, requests
and curriculum links. CURIO is being welcomed
into classrooms as teachers are using it to
stream CBC documentaries, television and radio programming.
have come to select a CPT novel. All titles, for
each grade and theme, are available on our
online bookshelf using Shelfari.
We are proud to display imaginative student
work from the Art department. Many visit
throughout the day to check out these colourful and inspiring pieces!
The Ambrozic Book Club is busy…reading! Club
members are reading the White Pine selections
from the 2015 Forest of Reading Program. We
meet the first Wednesday
“Our collection continues to of every month and new
grow with newly added
members are always welcome!
magazines, fiction, non-
In March, author Eric Walters,
known across Canada for his
young adult literature, visited
Ambrozic. Walters presented
a detailed book talk to our
Grade 9 and 10 English and fiction and graphic works
grade 11 Writers Craft stu- based on new releases, redents.
He spoke to them quests and curriculum links.”
about how his personal travels
around the world and how this
helps to develop his stories. We received great
feedback from students for inviting Walters…“I
liked how Eric Walters wasn’t afraid to say what
he believed in”.
We have been working with Moderns, Social
Science, Religion and Science classes teaching
them MLA, APA and researching techniques. April has been
a busy month with CPT book
talks, as all English students
By Ms. Crescenzi, Mrs. Lindsay and Mrs. Venier
This year Ambrozic is aiming
to
achieve Platinum Status in
the
Ontario
E c o -S c ho ol s
Program. We
have achieved a Gold Status for the past
three years and are excited to move Ambrozic to the next level! The Green Society is
organizing eco-activities such as National
Sweater Day, The Spring Clean Up, Composting, Blue Day and Earth Hour. Mrs. Costello’s
PIP students continue to collect C.A.’s recycling every Wednesday! We are also happy
to welcome our NEW Green Society mascot,
G1. G1 visits classes to let our students know
about upcoming eco-events and reminds our
students to continue to recycle.
Let’s Go Green C.A!
On January 8th, we competed our Initial EcoReview, here are the results:
Energy Conservation:
 Lights turned off when not required: 82%
 Computer monitors turned off when not re
quired: 96%
 Printers, photocopiers, and other electronic
equipment are on standby when not in
use and turned off at the end of the day:
100%
 Space around vents on walls, ceilings, or
window sills is kept free of obstruction: 100%
 Classroom blinds are closed: 70%
Waste Minimization:
 Continue
to encourage students to
properly sort waste and recyclable materials in the classrooms, hallways and café.
 Continue
to encourage students to
use G.O.O.S. paper
By Mrs. Rizzo
In the words of St. Teresa of Avila, We are God’s
hands.
On Saturday January 24, 2015, the Cardinal Ambrozic Social Justice Awareness group traveled
to Consuelo in the Dominican Republic. Having
visited the area in 2013, it was evident that there
was a great need for English Literacy among the
children of Consuelo. By improving their literacy
skills, these children will have greater career opportunities and will not have to rely on working in
the harsh conditions found on the plantations.
Thus, our project El Libro came to
“By improving their literacy
light. Our students, Matteo P.
(Grade 10); David A., Julia B., Pri- skills, these children will
ya B., Angelina D., Adrienne E., have greater career opNikolas F., Vanessa F. (Grade 11); portunities and will not
and Phylicia T. (Grade 12), along
have to rely on working in
with four teachers, witnessed the
social issues that plague our the harsh conditions found
brothers and sisters in the devel- on the plantations.”
oping world. They brought with
them books, medical supplies and toiletries for
the schools and families in and around Consuelo.
We thank our school community and St. Patrick’s Parish for their generosity and support
while on this journey.
By Gianluca G., Student
They all felt a common sense of accomplishment and joy in having been able to participate on the trip. They were able to demonstrate acts of love, kindness, generosity and
compassion by giving back to the Dominican
people who find themselves impoverished. As a
final tribute, students shared poetry to commemorate Black History Month and together
the River Hawks concluded Black History Month
with applause and cheers from the audience in
appreciation for those students who travelled
to help others in need.
Let us all remember the words of a great leadA special thanks was given to the students who
er, “Education is the most powerful weapon
spoke on behalf of the Dominican Republic trip,
which you can use to change
Mr. Frasson, Ms. Laxton, Mr.
the world”, Nelson Mandela.
“Let us all remember Selvam, the school band and
Every year during the month of the words of a great
choir who entertained the crowd
February students at Cardinal leader, ”Education is
throughout the event. Gratitude
Ambrozic Catholic Secondary
goes out to Ms. Jones, Ms. Zoffrathe
most
powerful
School reflect upon historical
nieri, Mr. Gibson and Mr. Dovigo
weapon
which
you
can
events involving the black
and the AV Club for visuals
community that have brought use to change the world” throughout the presentation. The
positive change in the world
Cardinal Ambrozic school commuNelson
Mandela
we live in today. During mornnity continues to impress with its
ing announcements students
ongoing commitment in carrying
are asked to reflect on iconic black figures that on the Black History legacy by continuing to
have revolutionized society through their many bring positive change within not only the school
accomplishments.
community but also society that surrounds
them. Congratulations River Hawks for your
On Thursday February 26th and Friday February
continued outstanding involvement in celebrat27th, the school concluded its celebration of
ing Black History Month.
Back History Month by bringing the River Hawk
community together in a heart-warming assemCP 24’s Patricia Jaggernauth presented to our CA
student body in celebration of Black History Month.
bly. With the help of the organizing committee,
Ms. Zoffranieri, Ms. Jones, Mr. Gibson, Ms. Kitto,
Ms. Laxton, Ms. Schirk and Ms. Taylor-Baptiste,
both students and staff gathered to listen to accounts from fellow students regarding their personal experiences on their journey through the
Bateyes in the Dominican Republic. Students
discussed their experiences and the relationships they developed with those less fortunate.
By Mr. O’Toole and Ms. Abbruscato
The Leadership Program at Ambrozic has been ance in Your Life. They worked with our Planactively involved in student life since last Au- ning for Independence students and particigust. Our large “Link Crew” trained for and pated with them in the Arts Olympics at St.
presented the Grade 9 OriThomas Aquinas in Deentation Day on Wed. Au- “They worked with our Planning for In- cember. They were also
gust 27, 2014. 275 Grade 9 dependence students and participated placed in 14 Grade 9 or
students attended and were
10 classrooms as “Peer
with them in the Arts Olympics at St.
treated to a big welcome
Tutors” for the semester,
assembly as well as small Thomas Aquinas…”
doing everything from
group break-out sessions and
school tours. Link Crew also put on the very community building to teaching lessons and
one-on-one tutoring. The Peer Tutors presented
successful Grade 9 Retreat at Boyd Park.
“BOYS NITE” on Feb. 12, and look forward to
Our Grade 11 Leadership Students took over working again with the Planning for Independfrom there, doing classroom visits to the grade ence students in presenting at our Easter Litur9’s doing activities like Goal Setting and Bal- gy.
By Ms. Paguandas
Ambrozic French students attended The Cinéfranco International Youth French Film Festival at
the Hot Docs theatre in Toronto on Monday, February 23rd. Such an exciting opportunity to immerse our students in French culture! And the
French language! Vive le français!
Image: http://2015.cinefranco.com/en/
By Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board
ALLEGATION OF SEXUAL ABUSE REGARDING THE LATE FR. JAMES (JIM) ROTH, OSFS
Information regarding an allegation of sexual abuse of a minor related to the late Fr. James (Jim) Roth,
OSFS, is posted on the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board’s main webpage at www.dpcdsb.org.
Additional information, including where to report abuse or suspected abuse, is also posted on the website
of Father Roth’s religious order, the Oblates of St. Francis de Sales, at www.tdprovince.org and the Archdiocese of Toronto at www.archtoronto.org . Please consult these sources as appropriate.
By Ms. Ramalho
As we move into March, CA’s four varsity
dance teams are busy preparing for
competition season. Our school’s Bhangra, Hip Hop, Jazz and Latin dance
teams will all be competing at both the
Kiwanis High School Dance Competition
on Thursday April 9th at The University of
Toronto and Dancers for Cancer Competition on Wednesday April 25th in
Georgetown. CA’s varsity Hip Hop team
was also accepted to compete at the
prestigious, BYOB - Bring Your Own Beat
Competition on Saturday April 18th in Toronto.
This year CA’s dance teams will also be
participating in the inaugural, DufferinPeel Dance for a Cause Showcase. This
event features five different high schools
from Dufferin-Peel and will be held at The
Rose Theatre on Wednesday June 3rd at
7pm. Each participating school will be
performing dances inspired by the Catholic Virtues.
“Good luck to all 40 of our varsity
dancers this competition season!”
By Ms. Lindsay
On April 24th, 2015 ten grade 11 and 12 Law students will be representing Cardinal Ambrozic in
The Ontario Bar Associations Annual Mock Trial
Competition. This competition is highly revered
and it has representation from high schools
all across Ontario. The top team from this divisional competition will move on and compete in front of real Ontario Superior Court
Judges at the Ontario Superior Court in Toronto in May. The competition recreates the
dramatic centre of the Canadian justice system by allowing students to play roles in trial,
including prosecutor, defense counsel and
witness. Such a "hands-on" learning activity
provides students with the opportunity to
learn the basic facts about court room procedures, rules of evidence and various legal
concepts inherent in a criminal trial including
"innocent until proven guilty".
By Ms. Vinante-Marino
Students were invited to experience A DAY ON BAY
with the Junior Economic Club of Canada on Tuesday, February 17th, 2015. The day was filled with
engaging presentations from President and CEO of
the Economic Club of Canada to other celebrities
of the financial world.
Students began their day at the TSX Broadcast
Centre, in Toronto’s Financial District and learned
all about the TSX from ex-trader, Megan Daly. Students continued to gain valuable knowledge from
STUDENT CORNER: DAY ON BAY...
Today I learned…
“...how your health and wealth is connected….how to prepare for an interview…hear
different people talk about different things.” Nikkole C.
“…saving now at a young age will have a major impact in my future.” -Cheyenne C.
“…different pathways in business and finance….the professional designation CPA
(certified professional accountant)” Prabhsimran S.
“…how to land a job professionally…what to
wear, how to speak, and a lot of things about
jobs.” -Justice A.
“…what kind of education I need to get into
business…how many opportunities are available…”—Kiranjeet G.
“…a lot about stocks…how they work and how
to understand them. I like that they explained
how to invest …because that information
could really benefit me in the future.” Gurkaran S
“...controlling money and budgeting and I
liked learning about the speakers’ experience
in the Business world.” -Valentina O.
“...I now know how the stock market works and
how to save money.” -Jigargit
experts about making smart financial decisions involving budgeting, investments, trading and insurance. Students participated in fun polling activities and game simulations resulting in winning numerous prizes, including cash—very fitting for a day
in the Financial District! In addition, students
learned how to prepare for interviews, dress for success, and came to understand the importance of
balanced wellness. Overall, Cardinal Ambrozic students had a very PROFITABLE day!
By Mr. Attanasio
As semester 2 rolls out, there are several important dates that will involve students in
mathematics
1. Grade 12 students will be writing the Waterloo Euclid Math Contest April 15th, 2015
2. Grade 9, 10 and 11 students will be writing
the Waterloo Math Contest April 16th, 2015
3. Several grade 7 and 8 students will be involved in the Regional Ontario Mathematic
Olympics Trials April 16th, 2015
4. Our grade 9 students will be writing EQAO
Mathematics Assessment in Early June
5. EQAO Support will be offered in April or
May for grade 9 students. These support sessions will run after school
Throughout semester 2, the Mathematics and
Business Department invite students to attend
Math Aid from 3 to 4 PM every Tuesday to Thursday in room 224. Math Aid offers students assistance to a
specific problem or question where students can work with their peers or ask the on duty teacher for some
help. Math Aid is not a tutoring service and is not a substitute for daily practice and review.
By Adrianna L., Student
event, and students who participated in the past
describe it as an enjoyable and educational experiAre you a Cardinal Ambrozic student who is inter- ence.
ested in the dramatic arts? Do you want to step out
of your comfort zone and build your confidence? The students, with the assistance and direction of a
Do you want to be in a club where it’s okay to be Rose Theater director, along with teachers Mr. Spina
who you are and where no one judges you for be- and Ms. Borrelli, will be putting together a 1920s version of the Shakespearean play Twelfth Night. The
ing you? Well the Drama Club is the club for you!
students will be performing at the Rose Theater with
The Drama Club is a club where students are given other schools in May. Along with the main perforthe ability to develop their theatrical talent. It allows mance, the event also includes a whole day of acand assists them to live up to their full potential in tivities such as sound-check and dress rehearsal. It is
the dramatic arts through the use of constructive definitely an experience not to miss and we hope
criticism, learning new techniques, and exposure to to see you there!
the process of creating and properly preparing for
a theatrical production. It also allows you to meet If you want to help backstage and “behind the
scenes”, or have always dreamed about performnew friends and have fun in the process!
ing in front of an audience, then stop by our reRecently, the Drama Club has been in preparation hearsals in the Lecture Hall every Tuesday after
of an event called Shake it Up Shakespeare, an school. The Drama Club is always looking for new
event held by Brampton’s very own Rose Theater. It members, no experience necessary! So come on
is Cardinal Ambrozic’s third year participating in this out and join us for an unforgettable experience!
“O had I followed the arts!” (1.3.94) Twelfth Night.
By Mrs. Grossi-Sperandio
Despite a two and a half hour return to school,
inclement weather could not put a damper on
the English Media and Communication Technologies trip to downtown Toronto. On Tuesday,
March 3rd, 2015, Mrs. Grossi-Sperandio and Mr.
Dovigo's
respective
“A media-literate classes attended two
day was had by photo exhibits at
Ryerson University folall!”
lowed by a tour of Bell
Media. Ryerson's first
exhibit offered a historical overview of the role
of photography in defining beauty and glamour, while the second exhibit challenged the
portrayal of women in anti-glamour portraits.
The day culminated with a behind the scenes
tour of the CP24, Business Network, E Talk, Marilyn Denis and The Social studio sets. A media literate day was had by all!!
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By Mrs. Grossi-Sperandio
On Thursday, March 5th, 2015, students, parents
and teachers joined together at the Bolton Landmark Theatre to celebrate Cardinal Ambrozic's video submissions in the Young Reels Festival. Congratulations to all the students who participated in
this year's film festival. We look forward to seeing
more great things on the big screen from these aspiring directors, producers and screenwriters in the
future. The Director’s Club continues to meet every
Monday in room 229. All are welcome!
THE NOT SO GODFATHER FOODFIGHT—Directed by Aryman B. and Raymond P.
Image: http://www.caledon.library.on.ca/teens/YoungReels.aspx
IT’S NOT THAT EASY—Directed by Natasha V., Victoria
G., and Nicole M..
By Mr. Frasson
On Wednesday, February 18th our Grade 9 Concert Band participated in the Golden Horseshoe Music Festival at Redeemer College. They performed exceptionally and were rewarded with a Gold Standing. Their
performance was also recognized with an invitation to the National Music Festival. Congratulations to all
who performed!!
SPRING CONCERT 2015
Come out and listen to our award winning music program on Thursday May 14th.
Our annual Spring Concert promises to be a Fantastic evening. We will be showcasing a variety of popular music. The following ensembles will be performing: Grade 9 Concert Band, Senior Concert Band, Guitar
Ensemble and Choir.
Spring Concert
Thursday,
May 14th
By Mrs. Venier
Cardinal Ambrozic’s grades
11 and 12 first semester’s
fashion students created extraordinary clothing collections that embraced environmental and social responsibility. Inspired by Wii’s
Just Dance video game, students captured the essence
of their chosen Just Dance
video while using environmentally friendly materials.
Students worked in teams to
design and construct cohesive collections; masterfully
applying the elements and
principles of fashion design.
marketing and design/
construction procedures &
techniques. The culmination
of the collections was a shining example of the hard
work, perseverance, and
high level of skills that our
fashion students put forth.
The student-run fashion show
was coordinated by a team
of passionate students;
Cheyenne M., Creative Director, Shequana W., Gr. 11
Coordinator, and Corina C.,
Grade 12 Coordinator. They
were integral to the show’s
success.
The project supported curriculum theory on fast fashion,
social/environmental issues,
By Mrs. Venier
The CA Fashion Program is proud to announce that
some of its fashion students are moving on to study
fashion at the post-secondary level. The prestigious,
highly competitive, and industry respected
Ryerson University’s School of Fashion, has already
accepted some of our talented, soon-to-begraduates….A heart-felt congratulations goes out
to these future fashion innovators.
By Mrs. Iarusci
Hello Cardinal Ambrozic students, parents
and staff!...The Art Department has been
buzzing with excitement since the start of the
new semester.
We began with an amazing art show at the
Beaux-Arts Brampton Gallery where our students show-cased modern sculptures, abstract paintings and large pencil portraits. Also, Liane W. was selected as one of the top
ten finalists for the Peel Region Art and Essay
Contest and was recognized by many dignitaries at a reception held at the Mississauga
Convention Center. Finally, our grade nine
students visited the Royal Ontario Museum
with a special focus on the artefacts and the
everyday lives of people in Ancient Egypt,
Greece and Rome. We are blessed with
many talents at this great school.
By Ms. Paguandas
Our annual multicultural evening
was held on March 11, 2015. Due
to the organizational efforts of our
committed Pavilions, the celebration of our diverse Cardinal Ambrozic community was a resounding success! Our guests enjoyed
cultural dance performances AND
a delicious array of treats and
munchies from each of our pavilions! We also had our first danceparty in Cardinal Avenue!!! A sincere thank-you to YOU, our CaraCardinal family, for supporting our
initiative … see you in 2016!