Friday, December 5, 2025 Announcements
Ojibwe Word of the Day
Naabkawaagan
(Nahb-ka-wah-gun)
Meaning: Scarf
1) International Volunteer Day –
International Volunteer Day recognizes volunteers worldwide and all they do in making peace and sustainable development a reality.
This year, under the inspiring theme “Every Contribution Matters,” International Volunteer Day takes on historic significance as it marks the official global launch of the International Year of Volunteers for Sustainable Development. This milestone calls for a worldwide movement to recognize and amplify the vital role of volunteers in accelerating progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030.
Volunteers create a richer culture of service within their communities. They help bridge the gap between generations and support sustainable development.
Learn more here: https://www.un.org/en/observances/volunteer-day
2) National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women –
On December 6, 1989, an armed man killed 14 women, and injured 13 other individuals at Polytechnique Montreal. This act of violent misogyny shook our country and led Parliament to designate December 6th as The National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. This day is about remembering those who have experienced gender-based violence and those who we have lost to it. It is also a time to take action. Achieving a Canada free from gender-based violence requires everyone living in this country to educate themselves, their families and communities on gender-based violence, centre the voices of survivors and speak up against harmful behaviours.
3) St. Nicholas December 6th – St. Nicholas Day is a feast day celebrating Saint Nicholas of Myra, observed on December 5th or 6th in Western Christianity. It is celebrated as a Christian festival with particular regard to Saint Nicholas’ reputation as a bringer of gifts, as well as through the attendance of church services. Traditions include children placing their shoes out overnight to find them filled with small gifts and sweets.
4) For the month of December, if you borrow a book recommended by Miss Syer or Ms. Herrington, you will be entered into a draw for a prize. Stop by the library to find out how to participate.
5) Business Fair – Next Week – It’s Grade 9 vs Grade 11 and it’s all Business December 10-12.
6) Intramural Girls Volleyball League – An intramural girls volleyball league will be starting for anyone looking to play organized volleyball after school. This will run on Wednesdays from 2:30-4:00 starting December 17. All players of all abilities are welcome – gym shoes are required. A sign up sheet is posted outside of the Girls Phys Ed Office, see Mrs. Cundick if you have questions.
7) Eagles Chess Club – today’s meeting cancelled. Next week we shall meet Wednesday, December 10th and Friday, December 12. Don’t forget to download a chess clock to your phones. Come and join us in the “King’s Game”! All are welcome – beginners and experienced players. (Mr. Singh)
8) Eagle Cup Floorball Tournament – schedule is posted on the whiteboard in the gym outside of the boys’ locker room. Make sure you know when your team is playing and show up on time for your games. The tournament begins on Thursday at lunch.
The Eagle Cup Floor Hockey tournament got off to a great start yesterday with the teacher team dominating game one winning 10-2, and team 4 earning the shutout in a 2-0 victory. Games continue today at lunch with team 6 taking on team 8 at 10:50 and team 2 playing team 3 at 11:15. Remember to show up for your games on time, ready to play!
9) The Jr girls' volleyball season started last night against LCCVI. The team faced a very strong LCCVI team but played well as they learned to work as a team. Unfortunately, the Eagles fell in both games. The girls head to Wallaceburg on Tuesday as they try to even up their record.
10) Music students attending either of the parades this weekend are asked to check in with Mr. MacDougall today to verify details of the performances.
11) Vocal Connection members are asked to check in with Mr. MacDougall at the beginning of lunch today about next week’s performances.
12) Dual credit Applications for semester 2 are here! Stop by student services to get signed up.
13) Grad photo sessions are coming back in January 19-21. Location: Library Career Centre. Schedule your session at schedule.prestigeportraits.ca or phone Prestige Customer Service 1-888-676-1647.