b'St. John School introduced a program calledThere was a flurry of activity in the libraryBuilding Cultural Connections for First Nationat St. Thomas Aquinas High School, as almost a Students. The program has been at the schooldozen students cut, iron, glue and sew their way for a year and aims to foster cultural connectionstowards crafting their very own ribbon skirts.while increasing attendance, achievement, The ribbon skirt is about women beingand student engagement. empowered and is a symbol of history,culture and resilience. Our clubs, activities, sports, concerts, prayer services and everything else that help make school so special are back after a COVID-19 hiatus, and we couldnt be happier.We are so proud of our Senior Boys Volleyball Team and Colby crossed the finish line Senior Girls Basketball Team. To return from the COVID at the Ontario Provincial hiatus and earn a berth to OFSAA is an awesome Cross-Country Championships achievement. The boys made it to the semifinals and fell with a time of 24:33, a time he just shy of the bronze medal earning Antique Bronze. was very happy with. Overall it Way to go everyone, what an incredible season!was a great experience forColby, especially in hisGrade 12 year.Welcome Back Christmas Concerts!Welcome Back Choirs!2022 ANNUAL DIRECTORS REPORT 15'