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Chaplaincy Club 2007 - 2008
Moderator: Mr. S. Badali
Prayer At Redmond
Period classes take turns leading the PA prayers for a week at a time.
All students are welcome to lead the prayer. Class Masses are scheduled
every Tuesday at 10:00 AM in the chapel. The Prayer Group meets for 15
minutes after school on Wednesdays. There is both structured and informal
prayer. All are welcome. Everyone is also invited to pray the rosary Tuesdays
and Thursday in the chapel before school during the month of May. Saturday
Morning Breakfast For many years now, a group from Father Redmond has
taken a turn, one Saturday a month, preparing and serving breakfast to
the poor of downtown, at St. Stephen-in-the-Field church on Bellevue Ave.,
near Kensington Market. We serve 75 - 90 breakfasts each Saturday. We
end our work with a short time of prayer and reflection.
Latin Dancing 2007 - 2008
Moderator: Ms. E. Rosato-Crisostimo
Once again the Latin Dancers of FJR met throughout the course of the year
2006-2007 in order to learn and perfect the various Latin dances and to
be a part of the dance craze that is literally sweeping the globe!! Each
year the club welcomes new members and absolutely no experience is necessary.
With time and dedication, students who thought they could never dance,
do in fact succeed in gracing the dance floor. It is a sight to behold.!!
Do not hesitate; perhaps you too may one day dance with the stars!!!
Year Book 2007 - 2008
Moderator: Mr. R. Wenzl
Yearbook club students work with Mr. Wenzl to produce award-winning yearbooks.
Students document the many events throughout the year and using some of
the latest graphics software, design a book that contains numerous images
and stories of the year’s events. Previous cover designs have won
Awards of Merit in the Toronto Sun Yearbook competition. This year’s
lead designer is Paula Tran.
Library Club 2007 - 2008
Moderator: Mr. L. Borbas
The Father John Redmond Library Committee consists of volunteer students
who are responsible for the maintenance of the library. These volunteers
receive “Volunteer Hours” for assisting the staff in such
areas as collection development and renewal, AJV storage and use, cataloguing,
supervision and the purchasing of new materials.
Newspaper Club 2007 - 2008
Moderator: Mr. Borbas
The Redmond Extra has been existence from the earliest days of our school.
It was started by Mr. R. Amaolo, the paper is now supervised by Mr. L.
Borbas. It has won numerous awards including the Toronto Star’s
Best Illustration in Ontario Award, as well as several honourable mentions
in its category. The paper’s staff consists of editors, writers,
photography editors, photographers, our layout team as well as our writing
staff. Our forthcoming Spring issue will focus on the School Musical,
sports teams, Spring Fling Dance and other key events in our calendar
this semester.
Science Club 2007 - 2008
Moderator: Ms. M. Hart-Cosgrove
The Redmond Science Club meets every Tuesday and Wednesday after school.
Students are able to receive extra help from a Science Teacher. Students
also take part in the following contest:
CAP Physics Contest - Grade 11 and 12 students
University of Toronto Biology Contest - Grade 12 Biology students
OAFT Contest - Grade 11 students
Sir Issac Newton Physics Contest - Grade 12 Physics students
Chem 13 New Contest - Grade 12 Chemistry students
Science Olympics - a team of 10 senior science students travel to York
University to compete in 6 events.
Avogadro Chemistry Contest - Grade 11 students.
Art Club 2007 - 2008
Moderator: Ms. S. Karman
Art thrives at Redmond, with students creating posters, murals, banners,
displays and more. The Art Club allows students to experience a wide range
of media and techniques. Many talented and enthusiastic Redmond students
get involved, have fun and make Redmond an aesthetically pleasing school,
admired by many.
Leadership
REDMOND LEADERS
By: Stephanie Merino
Ever wonder how all these exciting events like the Dances and Retreats
all get started at Redmond? Well, all these events are thanks to your
LEADERSHIP CREW!! They are made up of the finest grades 10s-12s that are
devoted to making your high school experience the best four years of your
life. These committed and dedicated students have been rolling out of
bed 3 times a week to meet at 7am to plan out and create exciting school
memories that will last you a life time.
The Leadership Crew is always planning new events. To keep everyone informed
here is a list of just a couple events that you might be looking forward
to.
• Walk-A-Thon & BBQ: students raising money for students
• Semi-Formal: grades 10-12 adorned in elegance for a banquet and
dance
• Candy Cane-O-Grams: sending warm greetings through cold weather
• Huddle up Argos: football’s finest talk to you about what
you can do for others
• Valentine’s Day Dance: cupid’s night of glamour
These are a few of the many events brought to you by your astounding Leadership
Crew. They are always thinking of new and innovative ways to do the impossible;
make sure you have fun at school and look back on these years and remember
these events.
Your Leadership Crew thrives on enthusiasm, so any suggestions and comments
are appreciated. They would also like to extend a well deserved thanks
to the teacher moderators of the crew for all their hard work and dedication.
GIFTED PROGRAM
Father John Redmond Catholic Secondary School and Regional Arts Centre
places high value on gifted youth and highly motivated independent learners.
The Redmond community provides leadership in creating and disseminating
opportunities and resources for productive and critical thinking, creative
problem solving, talent development and learning styles. Gifted and highly
successful students participate in the Enrichment IQ program. “….limited
only by your imagination…”
ENRICHMENT IQ
The Enrichment IQ program is a non-credit program for gifted students.
Students who have met with superior success and have demonstrated exceptional
leadership in school activities, but have not been formally identified
as gifted are also eligible to participate. All Enrichment IQ students
will be provided with the opportunities to participate in individual development,
conferences, workshops, enriched courses of study, competitions, clubs
and teams. The degree of participation is individualized to meet the individual
student’s needs and interests. Monthly meetings and newsletter along
with individual conferences enrich the individual student’s high
school experience, assisting them in making wiser choices and decisions
for their future.
“Success is a journey, not a destination…”
**(Enrichment Opportunities)
The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
Young Canadian’s Challenge
This award programme is about challenge. Students set a personal goal
and strive to achieve it. It is an exciting self-development programme
available to all young people, equipping them with the life skills to
make a difference in their lives and the lives of others. Self-motivation
is fundamental. It is based on individual improvement and allows for individual
choices and interests to be pursued.
Three levels of “AWARDS” are achievable– Bronze, Silver
and Gold. Young adults aged 14 to 25 may participate.
Four areas of participation are required.
Service Expeditions Skills Physical Recreation
Visit www.dukeofed.org for more details and information. Register in room
132.
QUEEN’S ENRICHMENT STUDIES
E=MC2
This annual program provides gifted and highly motivated secondary students
with the opportunity to study a subject of interest at an advanced level
for one week. Participants are provided with a challenging alternative
learning experience at one of Canada’s leading post-secondary institutions.
• Daily classes begin at 9 A.M. and end at 3 P.M., with a one-hour
lunch break
• Course formats involve interactive lecture and discussions, and
may also include lab work, field trips, film screenings and research
• Course instructors are Queen’s University faculty, graduate
students or professionals from the community
• Chaperoned and supervised by TCDSB Gifted Facilitators
Registration begins in February. Further details available in Room 132.
Visit www.queensu.ca/enrichment for further information and course descriptions.MODEL
UNITED NATIONS ASSEMBLIES
Model UN Assemblies are a simulation of the United Nations. Each Assembly
catapults students into the world of diplomacy and negotiation. Yearly,
Assemblies are attended by hundreds of high school students. Delegations
are composed of 2 to 4 students per nation. An interest in public affairs
and public speaking is very helpful. Student delegates draft resolutions,
plot strategy, negotiate with supporters and adversaries, resolve conflicts
and navigate the UN’s rules of procedure – all in the interest
of resolving problems that affect almost every country in the world.
Develop your research, debating and public speaking skills while interacting
with like-minded peers.
Here are some Model UN’s available to Redmond students:
CHAMUN: www.chamun.ca
CSUNA: www.csuna.org
SOMA: www.soma.on.ca
SSUNS: www.ssuns.org
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT MRS. MERCURI IN ROOM 132.
ENCOUNTERS WITH CANADA
Encounters with Canada offers 12 different one-week themes at the Terry
Fox Canadian Youth Centre in Ottawa. The first part of the week features
a guided tour of Canadian Institutions. The second part of the week focuses
on the sub-theme of your choice:
Arts and Culture
Business and Entrepreneurship
Canada Remembers
Ecology & Environment
International Affairs
Journalism and Communications
Law
Medicine & Health
Politics in Canada
Royal Canadian Mounted Police
Science and Technology
Sports and Fitness
Explore www.encounters-rencontres.ca for more information. Register with
the Enrichment/Gifted Facilitator, Mrs. Mercuri.
DESTINATION IMAGINATION
DI is a creative problem-solving challenge which provides students opportunities
to expand on the skills and knowledge they have already learned, in a
non-traditional format. Team members explore and discover unlimited creative
potential through teamwork, cooperation and mutual respect. Competitions
are at the regional level, and if successful, at the Global Finals in
the U.S. Teams compete at the end of March, and should begin as early
as possible in the school year. Register with the FJR Enrichment/Gifted
Facilitator, Mrs. Mercuri in Room 132.
Visit the website for more information and sample challenges: www.destinationimagination.org
UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO FACULTY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
MENTORSHIP PROGRAM
The Mentorship program is for senior high school students who show considerable
academic promise and are interested in enriching their secondary school
studies by assisting University of Toronto professors in their research
and laboratory work. The program goal is to support and enhance exceptional
abilities in high school students. Consider mentorship projects in Biochemistry,
Immunology, Pathobiology, Italian Studies, Psychology, Mechanical Engineering
and more.
Visit the website for more details: www.artsci.utoronto.ca/prospective/highschoolprograms/enrichment
PERSPECTIVES: CHALLENGES, IDEAS AND RESPONSES
TCDSB & U of T Gifted Conference
This annual conference organized and hosted by the TCDSB and U. of T.,
takes place annually in the month of February. The day begins at the historic
Convocation Hall at U. of T. and continues in campus classrooms and labs.
Students choose morning and afternoon sessions of particular interest.
Stimulating past workshops have included: The Age and Origin of Planet
Earth, Teen Language in Instant Messaging: LOL, Secrets of a Good Essay
and much more.
Conference details are available in Room 132. Registration begins in December.
Website: www.artsci.utoronto.ca/prospective/highschoolprograms/enrichment
ADDITIONAL ENRICHMENT OPPORTUNITIES
CAMP ENTERPRISE
Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Etobicoke
• Available to students as early as grade 9
• Annually in May, from Thursday to Saturday
• Applications available in the Enrichment Centre, Room 132
• Provided free of charge to students who wish to develop their
leadership and entrepreneurial skills while contributing to their community
Website: http://www.rotaryetobicoke.org/
JUNIOR RANGERS PROGRAM
• Provides a structured youth program promoting traditional culture
and lifestyles
• Takes place in remote and isolated communities of Canada
• For grade 11 students
Website: www.servicecanada.gc.ca/en/goc/junior_rangers.shtml
GIRLS ROCK SCIENCE
Offered by the U. of T.
• introduces girls from grades 9 through 12 to physical science
disciplines that are shaping the world we live in - from climate change
to planetary science
• Participants will be exposed to the latest research taking place
in the University of Toronto Departments of Geology, Geography, Physics
and the Centre for Environment
• female professors lead workshops, discussions and hands-on research
activities created to empower girls to excel in the physical sciences
• workshops take place on select Saturday mornings between 10 A.M.
and 12:30 P.M. on the St. George (downtown) campus
• Sessions limited to 20 students each
• students admitted on a first-come, first-served basis
• no cost to participate
Website: www.artsci.utoronto.ca/prospective/highschoolprograms/enrichment
DISCOVER ENGINEERING
Offered by Ryerson University
• Several programs available
• Summer Camps for women
• One day career conferences
• High school visits
• Discover Engineering 6-week long Girls’ Club
Website: www.discoverengineering.ryerson.ca
DEEP (da Vinci Engineering Enrichment Program)
Offered by U. of Toronto
This program designed for high school students who excel in science and
math has been attended by numerous Redmond students over the years. All
have praised it highly.
• Summer academy for grades 9 to 12
• Girls Rock Science Club
• In-school workshops
• Saturday Science and Engineering Academy
• Applications and deadlines available on website
Website: www.engineering.utoronto.ca
COMPUTING INSIGHTS
Offered by the U. of Toronto
• intensive, one-week summer camp for high school students
• visit website for details and application
Website: www.artsci.utoronto.ca/prospective/highschoolprograms/enrichment
MEDICINE & LAW SUMMER PROGRAMS
Offered by U. of Toronto
• available to students in grades 9 to 12
• visit website for application and details
Website: www.utoronto.ca/hsp/helix/
TUTORS NEEDED
At FJR
• Students in grades 10 to 12 needed to work as tutors for FJR students
• Gain volunteer hours
LEADERSHIP
At FJR
• Attend various opportunities for Leadership Camps
• Join various leadership committees: Empowered Student Partnerships
(ESP), Impaired Driving, Me to We, Peer Ministry, Leadership Council,
Redmond Ambassadors, Redmond Mentors, Journey of Discovery workshop leader
• Grade 9 Orientation Camp Counselors
• And more…. Check announcements regularly!
COMPETITIONS, CONTESTS
• Register for Math, Science, Geography, English, Business, Art,
Dance, Music, Writing Contests
• Contact your subject teacher or the Head of the Department
• Visit the Enrichment Centre, Room 132 for postings
• Check announcements regularly!SHAD VALLEY
At select Universities across Canada
• For senior high school students
• July summer program at a university campus
• Focus on science, technology and entrepreneurship
• Gives you a life-long competitive advantage
Website: www.shad.ca
SCHOLARSHIP PLANNING & COACHING
At FJR
• Workshops through Enrichment IQ
• Goal setting and preparation
• SAT information sessions
• PSAT writing sessions, October
• Letters of reference
Explore: Scholarships Canada www.scholarshipscanada.com
Excellence Award www.excellenceaward.ca
Millennium Scholarships www.millenniumscholarships.ca
Student Awards & Financial Aid www.studentawards.com
Wendy’s Classical Achiever www.wendysclassicachiever.ca
National Scholarship Programme - Visit Google to see individual university
listings
TD Canada Trust Scholarships www.tdcanadatrust.com/scholarship/
The Canadian Merit Scholarship Foundation www.cmsf.ca/
www.loranaward.ca/sef/page/id/18.html
The Miller Thompson Scholarship Foundation www.millerthomson.com/