By Sandi Kuntsi
The first month of school is always busy, and this year is no different. On Thursday, September 14, MSS participated in Stand Up Against Bullying Day, many staff and students donning pink to show support for victims of bullying.
On Monday, September 18, Dr. Roberta Bondar visited the school and spoke to the student body. Dr. Bondar was Canada’s first female astronaut and internationally the first neurologist in space. Schools from across the Island attended the presentation. September 18 was also picture day.
As their first fundraiser of the year SHARE/GO Green held a bake sale on Friday, September 15 to fundraise for their trip to Toronto for WE Day. SHARE/Go Green leaves for Toronto on Wednesday, September 27. The group will spend September 28 at WE Day, listening to motivational speakers, watching performances and getting new ideas for their club.
There are several sports teams getting ready for their first competitions of the year. The golf team will be participating in NSSSA on September 24, at Huron Pines golf course in Blind River. The X-country team is preparing for Pre-NSSSA on Friday, October 15 hosted by MSS and Wikwemikong High School in Gore Bay. This is to be shortly followed by NSSSA on Friday, October 20 at the same location. On Tuesday, October 3, the girls’ basketball team will be playing against Espanola High School in Espanola. MSS boys’ volleyball will be hosting the first tournament of the season on Wednesday, October 4. All teams are trying to fit in as much practice as possible leading up to the events.
A new extra-curricular at MSS this year, Robotics Club, had its first meeting on Friday, September 15, supervised by Mr. Davy, Mr. Balfe, Ms. Jones and Ms. Bauer. The group is registering for First Robotics competitions this year and starting to gather ideas, components and teammates.
The Mustangs are happy to welcome their new vice-principal Mr. Bird. “The first few days here have been amazing. I love the environment of MSS and I am excited to be here. I am looking forward to spending some time getting to know the students, as I am all about student success.” Mr. Bird received a warm welcome from staff and students, who were happy to show him around and answer questions to help him get acclimatized to his new role.
MSS has been bustling with activity, and there is more to come, including the Kenjgewin Teg Fall Harvest.
‘Til next time, stay golden, Mustangs.
