Tuesday, February 3, 2026 Announcements
Ojibwe Word of the Day
Mkwa Giizis
(muh-kwa gee-zis)
Meaning: February/Bear Moon
1. 1. Black History Month – an annual celebration to commemorate the achievements of Black Canadians and their communities who, throughout history, have done so much to make Canada a culturally diverse, compassionate, and prosperous country.
2. 2. Viola Desmond -born July 6, 1914 in Halifax, built a career and business as a beautician and was a mentor to young Black women in Nova Scotia through her Desmond School of Beauty Culture. In 1946, Viola Desmond challenged racial discrimination when she refused to leave the segregated Whites-only section of the Roseland Theatre in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia. Viola Desmond was arrested, jailed overnight and convicted without legal representation for an obscure tax offence as a result. Despite the efforts of the Nova Scotian Black community to assist her appeal, Viola Desmond was unable to remove the charges against her and went unpardoned in her lifetime. In 2010, Lieutenant-Governor Mayann Francis issued Desmond a free pardon. In December 2016, the Bank of Canada announced that Viola Desmond would be the first Canadian woman to be featured by herself on the face of a banknote – the $10 note released on 19 November 2018.
3. 3. Interfaith Harmony Week – 1-7 February – a UN-designated annual observance from February 1st to 7th, promoting understanding, peace, and cooperation among people of all faiths and beliefs by encouraging dialogue and shared activities in places of worship and communities worldwide. Learn more here: https://worldinterfaithharmonyweek.com
4. Girl’s Hockey - Yesterday your Girls hockey team did battle with Great Lakes. Emmallee G got the scoring started early, scoring on the first shot of the game from the point. Claire E scored a beauty on the rush and Sammie L would add the other two for the Eagles, scoring on two great 5-hole shots. Eden J and Kylee were poised on defence making great decisions and passes. When all was said and done your girls would come up a goal short, losing the game 5-4.
Our next game is today vs Northern and the girls will be looking for revenge on the Vikings who beat them earlier in the season.
5. 5. Boys and Girls Hockey – It’s an Eagle doubleheader at the Shores Arena today vs. Northern. The Boys get things started with a 1:30 game, players are excused from class at 12:30. The girls are next and their game starts at 3, players are excused from class at 2.
6. 6. Muskoka Woods – This year’s Muskoka Woods Trip will be the second week of April. There will be a meeting in Mrs. Sander’s room at the beginning of lunch tomorrow (Wednesday) for those interested in being leaders at Muskoka Woods
7. 7. There is a Royal Canadian Legion Public Speaking Contest that will be held on Sunday, February 22, 2026. If you are interested in registration for Junior/Intermediate/Senior will be at 2-2:30 pm in the Lounge. Speaking to start after registration is complete. You will need to Pre-register before February 15, 2026 by email. Fill out public speaking entry form and email to: vlcekjoyce@gmail.com.
8. 8. Who wants to play Badminton? Friday after school from 2:30-4:00 the gym will be available for anyone who would like to play.
9. Music students who would like a shirt or sweater with either of these logos should see Mr. MacDougall for an order form. Sample sizes will be in later this week. Orders are due by Fri. Feb. 13.
10. Jazz Band will continue to meet Tuesdays at lunch and Concert Band will rehearse Wed. after school. New members are welcome. Today’s Jazz Band rehearsal will be an open rehearsal for members to learn the new music.
11. 11. Drama Club will have our first after school rehearsal this Friday in preparation for our Variety Show.
12. 12. Students in grade 10, we are looking for someone to go to the HOBY Youth Leadership conference April 30-May 3rd. See Mrs. Petrus for more info! Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership organization’s mission is to motivate and empower individuals to make a positive difference within our global society through understanding and action, based on effective and compassionate leadership.
13. 13. The Chess Club will meet Thursday February 5th. All are welcome – beginners and experienced players. (Mr. Singh)
14. 14. Art Pick up – First Semester Art Students – please grab your art from room 316. (Mrs. Smit)