Month: May 2017

Congratulations to Gaston Therriault who was presented with the Ontario Council of Technological Educators award on May 11th. He was nominated for the award because of his commitment to excellence in teaching and his support of the Technological Education Program. Mr. Therriault is a Co-Op/OYAP teacher at Bishop Alexander Carter CSS. It was no surprise to his principal, Mrs. C. MacGregor that he won the award.

“Mr. Therriault is a dedicated teacher who always has the best interest of students in mind”, she said. “He works diligently to place students in coop placements based on their interests and many students have been registered into the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program and have been accumulating hours. The entire staff at Bishop is proud of Mr. Therriault’s accomplishments and dedication to student achievement”.

Bishop Alexander Carter CSS put on a magical performance of the Wizard of Oz! Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man and the Cowardly Lion were all present as the students dazzled the audience in both their performances. Congratulations to all the students involved in this production, your hard work certainly paid off!

Bishop Alexander Carter C.S.S hosted it’s second annual Health and Wellness Day on Thursday May 4th 2017. The day was organized to help give students several different options on how to deal with stress and become more physically active. The day was divided to give each grade two classroom sessions along with two active sessions throughout the day. Lunch was prepared by students and staff for all participants. A nice warm bowl of soup along with greek salad and either egg or chicken salad sandwiches definitely added to the event and the promotion of healthy eating. The event concluded with a great motivational speech by author Connor LaRocque.
The Gators would like to thank all of the following community partners who made the day such a success.

It’s Not a Party Without Us (bubble soccer)
Pro Sports Management (bubble soccer)
Anne Ouimette (Nutritionist)
Ken Fawcett (Valley Nutrition Centre)
Sylvia Marasco (Ezentials Natural Health Centre and Spa)
Cambrian College
Laurentian University
City of Greater Sudbury (Yoga Instructor)
Desjardin Caisse Populaire
Snap Fitness
Sudbury MMA

On May 3rd, 2017, students at B.A.C.C.S.S. participated in a neighbourhood clean-up. Stewardship of the environment is a very important Catholic Social Teaching which it is re-enforced every year during Catholic Education Week. The students had fun bonding with friends, while enjoying some fresh air and exercise. The neighbourhood clean-up not only provides an opportunity to strengthen community relations, but instills a sense of pride and ownership in the students with regard to environmental responsibiity. Dozens of garbage bags were filled and a good time was had by all!