Days of Significance
International Day for the Eradication of Poverty-The observance of the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty can be traced back to October 17, 1987. On that day, over a hundred thousand people gathered at the Trocadéro in Paris, where the Universal Declaration of Human Rights was signed in 1948, to honour the victims of extreme poverty, violence and hunger. (United Nations)
Pavarana-Buddha went into intensive practice during the rainy season. This marks the end of the retreat.
Sukkot-This is a joyful harvest festival. A little hut called 'sukkah' is built outdoors where families eat to remember the time Israelites wandered in the desert for 40 years, sleeping and eating under the stars. (Judaism)
TODAY'S NEWS
CLUBS
Did you hear what the 0 said to the 8? Nice belt!! Mathematicians - Are you interested in writing this year's Waterloo math contests? Please come and see Mr. Bhan TODAY at lunch in Room 314 to submit your name for the contests.
Reminder! French Club will now be on Fridays at lunch in Room 302!
Are lunchtimes getting you down? Are you finding 10:45 to 11:25 a little boring? Is it just too cold outside? Luckily E L Crossley’s board game cafe is about to open. If you’re interested in reserving a table to get a game in, stop by room 305 to get your spot.
The Wellness Club is meeting today at lunch in the back of guidance! If you're looking to prioritize your health and well-being, this club is for you. New members are welcome!
Attention problem solvers and coders. If you are in Grades 9 or 10 and you are interested in participating in the Waterloo Computing contest, please let Mrs. Stefanidis know today or tomorrow.
ARTS
Attention actors! We will be having a very important rehearsal today in the drama starting at 2:30pm until 3:30pm. See you there!
SPORTS
Girls Hockey- Are you interested in playing for the Crossley girls hockey team this year? We will be holding a short Girls Hockey meeting today at Lunch in Mr Bhan’s Room 314. There will be permission forms needed to skate at our first tryout on Tuesday October 22nd. If you can’t make the meeting please see Ms Yallup for permission forms.
Congratulations to the Sr. Girls Basketball team on their win over Ridley College in yesterday's Buy out game. The team played very well together and look forward to our Semi Final game on Friday at Niagara College at 6:30. We do not know our opponent yet but will announce tomorrow. We would like to thank all those who came out to support us yesterday and continue to support the team throughout the season.