St. Robert CHS Student News
Vista Vajedsamiei (10) | STAFF REPORTER
This past February, the Saint Robert community celebrated the annual Black History Month. Among a variety of events, the school invited renowned poet, speaker, and author Nadine Williams. Ms. Williams shared with us some of her poetry and works, including “The Fabric of our Being” and “The Immigrant Child”.
Vista Vajedsamiei (10) | STAFF REPORTER
Last week, the St. Robert community joined in celebrating the first week of Advent. During Advent, Christians prepare for the coming of the Lord Jesus Christ.
Angela Wang (9) | STAFF REPORTER
This year on November 15th, the Social Justice Council hosted an event called ‘A Sandwich or Two’. Students were divided into sections so that they can put together sandwiches. Although it seems like a small act, it created a huge impact not only for the people volunteering, but also to people outside of the school community.
Vista Vajedsamiei (10) | STAFF REPORTER
This year, Social Justice Council held their first event, the “We Scare Hunger” food drive from November 1st to November 10th.
Angela Wang (9) | STAFF REPORTER
As a cancer activist, Terry Fox ran across Canada in order to raise money for cancer research. After an unfortunate ending of his death, his inspiring actions still succeeded in causing a positive and lasting impact on citizens. Every year, we celebrate the Terry Fox run/walk to commemorate Terry Fox and the contributions he had made. We take a time to appreciate his effort and achievement in creating a better society.
Marina Wasef (11) | STAFF REPORTER
On October 28, 2021, Arts Council held its annual Halloween Decorating Contest. In this contest, different classes decorated pumpkins, and the student body picked their favorite pumpkin by voting through a Google Form. The willing class would receive candy.
Vista Vajedsamiei (10) | STAFF REPORTER
This year, St. Robert CHS held our annual open house on YouTube Livestream on November 2nd at 7 PM to welcome incoming students and their families.
Catherine Li (9) | STAFF REPORTER
In May of 2002, the first Asian Heritage Month was celebrated. Since then, it has continued to be celebrated every year. It is a month where Canadians celebrate and reflect on Asian heritage and culture. Especially during the pandemic, Asian Heritage Month is a great way to acknowledge the contributions made to Canada by Asians.
Felicia Liu (11) | STAFF REPORTER
On March 12th and March 15th, the Grade 11 IB students of St. Robert participated in a virtual field trip to work with a librarian from the University of Toronto Scarborough Library. They were introduced to several researching tools and methods, which would be especially useful for writing the Extended Essay.
Felicia Liu (11) | STAFF REPORTER
On Wednesday, February 17, 2021, the students and teachers of St. Robert CHS gathered in an online liturgy to celebrate Ash Wednesday.