Showing posts with label Free The Children. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Free The Children. Show all posts

Thursday, 14 May 2015

Clubs Going UP on a Thursday

By: Molly Pearson

Last Thursday night, members from Holy Trinity’s incredibly diverse clubs flooded the atrium in preparation for the First Annual Clubs Banquet. This banquet was held to honour our dedicated club members and all of the work they put into our school.

Put together by Miss Di Federico and student representatives Maddi McNevitts and Kate Ingman, the evening started off with socializing as the attendees began to arrive. They were not without boredom however, as there was an exciting photo booth set up for their enjoyment. Boas, big sunglasses, funny hats - you name it - it was at their fingertips for frame worthy snaps.

Then it was time for what everyone had been waiting for, dinner! Catered by Luigi’s Catering, the spread was delicious, plentiful and highly popular amongst the students, who sat in the cafeteria at spirited black and gold tablecloths for their meal.

That’s not to mention, however, the incredible selection of desserts that the club members dug into as the awards were given out. Each club awarded a member with a Most Active Contributor (M.A.C.) award, as well as an award voted on by the club members. Some honorable mentions include:

 

Theatre Trinity

M.A.C.: Rachel Tomaz
"Sears Golden Globe": Luca D'Amico

 

Mock Trial

Senior M.A.C.: Matthew Vukojevic
Junior M.A.C.: Maddi McNevitts
"The Stonky": D’Arcy Murphy


Model UN

Senior M.A.C.: D'Arcy Murphy
Junior M.A.C.: James Condon


Environmental Club

M.A.C.: Maddi McNevitts
"Team Revolution": Sam Marchetti


Titans for Life

M.A.C.: Izabela Pitula
"Titans Alive Award": Kristyn Farrell


Robotics

M.A.C.: Brandon Higgins
"Golden Wrench": Paul Pace


Free the Children

M.A.C.: Janine Fletcher
"The Next Kielburger": Maddi McNevitts

 

Safe Schools

M.A.C.: John Liakakos
"Equity in Action": Nicole Pfeifer


The Titan Times

M.A.C.: Izabela Pitula
"Goodest Writerer": Benjamin Kwashigah


Post awards, the Titans retired to the theatre for a motivational talk from self-proclaimed “Motivational Humourist”, Judy Suke who told about finding your passion and working towards a happy life. She kept the students laughing whilst also touching on very important topics in the teenage life.

Overall, the night was a huge success, an excellent and much needed chance to recognize the extraordinary efforts put forth by those in clubs! Keep up the great extracurricular involvement and GO TITANS!



Thursday, 16 April 2015

We Are Silent: Students Take a Stand for Free The Children

By: Katarina Brkic

On Thursday, April 16th, students participated in a paid civvies day to support Free The Children's We Are Silent  initiative. Around the world, there are many voices that are not heard. The unheard voices are the ones who are denied an education, the victims of bullying, people growing up in poverty, victims of gender inequality, and child labourers.

Several students took a vow of silence during the school day to let those who aren't heard, get a chance to speak out. There were students who also participated in other vows, such as a vow of no social media and a vow of no texting.

Everyone has a voice, and everyone deserves to be given a chance to be heard. Take a moment of silence today as a sign of respect towards these people.

Saturday, 7 March 2015

Calling All Greasers

By: Rebecca Vukojevic
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Are you interested in making a change in the world while having fun? If you answered yes, then movie night will be perfect for you! On Wednesday March 11th, Free the Children is hosting its second movie night. This time, we're watching Grease! The doors open at 6pm and the movie begins at 6:15. If you're thinking "tell me more" about this event, keep reading!

Monday, 3 November 2014

Free The Children's Halloween Movie Night

By: Rebecca Vukojevic
Photo Credit: Rachel Matheson-Green


On Thursday October 29th, HT’s Free the Children hosted their first ever movie night. It is estimated that 50 people gathered to watch the movie Halloweentown to get in the holiday spirit.  Although the event was free to attend, non-perishable food items could be donated upon arriving.  In addition, snacks, such as cookies, pizza, and popcorn were available for purchase, allowing everyone to satisfy their tooth, whether sweet or savoury! All food donations will be sent to Oakville's Fareshare Food Bank or the Good Shepherd Foodbank in Hamilton, and funds from the event will help HT build a school in Haiti, where an earthquake destroyed over 4000 schools in 2010.


Grade 11 student Rachael Zerafa shared her thoughts regarding the event: “It was really nice to relax with friends while supporting a great cause.  I had so much fun!”
             Thank you to everyone who came out to the event.  Keep your eyes open for future events and let’s make a change, HT!