Welcome to the The Student Voice!
This webpage is dedicated to showcasing the diverse and vibrant stories from our secondary school communities, as told by our very own student journalists. Here, you’ll find a collection of articles that provide a unique perspective on school events, achievements, and the everyday experiences of students just like you.
We believe in the power of student journalism to inform, engage, and inspire.
Are you a Secondary School student interested in joining the program? If so, please contact Lema.Salaymeh@wcdsb.ca
Personal information collected through The Student Voice is collected under the authority of section 169.1(1)(d-f) of the Education Act and is being used to inform the board’s multi-year strategic planning. Questions about personal information associated with the Student Voice program can be directed to the board’s Privacy Officer at 35 Weber St. W., Kitchener, Ontario, N22H3Z1 or 519-578-3660.
What’s in a Spot?
Written by: Bilal Nasir, St. Benedict Catholic Secondary School To achieve her goal of a high average in school, one Grade 11 student at St. Benedict Catholic Secondary School sits at the library table every day, drilling through textbook exercises until the bell rings. To ace his chemistry test, one Grade 10 student lays all his notes out on the hallway floor. Sitting cross-legged, he revises and practises problems, stooping over the disarray of papers.
Greener Grounds
Written by: Evy Ayers, Grade 12, Monsignor Doyle Secondary School WCDSB Teacher Receives “Susan Langley’s Earth Steward Teaching Award” As the world continues to face global environmental concerns, practicing sustainability is more important than ever. One of the most essential places to nurture a green thumb is with children. Teaching responsibility and resourcefulness in the classroom isn’t something easily found in a textbook, which is why Susan Langley’s Earth Steward Teaching Award is a meaningful
Beyond the Screen
Written by: Evy Ayers, Grade 12, Monsignor Doyle Secondary School The effects of media on the adolescent population As society moves further into the digital age, it’s important for families and friends to be mindful of the media they consume. To teach students about mindful media consumption, Monsignor Doyle Catholic Secondary School held its third annual phone fast on March 27, 2024. During this event, students successfully abstained from using their cellphones for up
Be a Part of Our World
Written by: Evy Ayers, Grade 11, Monsignor Doyle Secondary School Monsignor Doyle's upcoming production of “The Little Mermaid” With a talented cast and dedicated crew, the students and staff at Monsignor Doyle Catholic Secondary School bring "The Little Mermaid" to life, with an extraordinary display of creativity and passion. The members of this emerging production have spent countless hours creating a scene of which they could be proud, officially bringing the musical production to the
Digital Detox at Doyle
Written by: Evy Ayers, Grade 11, Monsignor Doyle Secondary School Students volunteer to participate in Doyle’s third-annual “Phone-Fast.” During the weeks leading up to Easter weekend, WCDSB schools and students decided to celebrate this year's Lent in a variety of ways, showcasing their unique relationships with faith. In previous years, Monsignor Doyle Catholic Secondary School had opted for a unique approach for the celebration of Lent, and this year was no different. On Wednesday, March
Doyle Stands Against Islamophobia
Written by: Evy Ayers, Grade 11, Monsignor Doyle Secondary School “Hearts for Islam” after the Islamic Centre of Cambridge vandalism attack On the 12th of February 2024, the Islamic Centre of Cambridge had their place of faith debased by a hate-motivated vandalism attack. The vandal evidently spray-painted a large hate symbol on the front of the property, in what can be seen as an attempt to defile the house of worship. The act of
