DAY OF SIGNIFICANCE
Thai Pongal (Jan 14-17)-A three-day rice harvest festival in South India is celebrated with a cultural evening of song and dance. (Hinduism/Tamil)
Makar Sankranti-The transition of the Sun from Sagittarius to Capricorn during the winter solstice in the northern hemisphere is known as Makar Sankranti. The days gradually lengthen in the northern hemisphere. (Hinduism)
New Year (Orthodox Calendar)- The Orthodox New Year, also known as the Old New Year, according to the Julian calendar is on January 14.
TODAY'S NEWS
Getting ready to drive and want to feel safer behind the wheel? You could win a FREE Driving Program focused on defensive driving and road safety! To enter, simply visit the main office and fill out a ballot entry. The contest runs until January 23rd, 2026, so don’t wait! Take control of your safety, build real driving skills, and enter for your chance to win.
The province of Ontario has released their summer jobs for students. Details have been posted in the Student Services D2L page. If you are in need of summer employment, do not delay. Check out the offerings today!
CLUBS
The Oddity Film Society will be watching Hayso Miyazaki’s most final Studio Ghibli masterpiece The Boy and the Huron after school today. Stop by for a beautiful and moving experience.
ARTS
Reminder improv club is cancelled today.
SPORTS
Rowing:
Consistency and communication are the cornerstones to Crossley champions. In the spirit of consistency, practices continue for all Crossley rowers this week. Novices are reminded that Tuesday and Thursday are after school practices. The first novice competition is Feb 14th and the first indoor rowing regatta for the experienced rowers is Feb 21st. The big team fundraiser and traditional event is also coming up soon- the pasta dinner on Feb 7th (athlete ticket packages coming this week). Keep up the good attendance and effort. Go blue and gold!