We are thrilled to congratulate our VP, Mr. Imahiagbe
@ChuksIma
as he was honoured with the NCAO Excellence in Leadership Award for outstanding community leadership, building bridges and promoting Nigerian-Canadian culture and heritage. Congrats!
#PiusJOY
@OttCatholicSB
@OCSB_BEN
Who nurtures hope in our school? Meet our chaplaincy leader Richie. With his gentle approach and great listening skills he inspires all of us to see God in everyone we meet. Thank you Richie for nurturing
#hope
in our school
#ocsbHope
@OttCatholicSB
Principal Alex Belloni receives the 30 years of service pin and the St. Pius X letter as a symbol of appreciation for her service to the
@OttCatholicSB
and to her beloved school 💚
Congratulations Mrs Corda for your 25 years of service to the
@OttCatholicSB
and to our school! Thank you for the invaluable contributions you have made all these years helping to run the main office. You are one of a kind 💚
#EstablishPius
Congratulations Richie for your 15 years of service to the
@OttCatholicSB
that includes 9 of them at Pius! You are loved beyond words and we wish you well at your new school
@StPatricksOCSB
#EstablishPius
These amazing group of students along with Mr. Cloutier and Ms. Humphries have entered into an exchange with
#indigenous
students from Fort Providence, NT with a goal to demystify and define
#reconciliation
. Safe travels!
#establishPius
@OttCatholicSB
We congratulate Mr. Anthony O'Sullivan (Department Head of Religion) and Mr. John Corkett (Music Teacher) in their retirement 🎉. Thank you for the many years of service to the
@OttCatholicSB
and our school. You will be sorely missed!
#EstablishPius
Last day of quadmester 1!! Congratulations to all our students who continue to inspire us with their constant desire to do their best to succeed, even when presented with the unimaginable. Well done! We are very proud of you 👏
#establishPius
@ocsbBeCommunity
@ocsbBeWell
This is our student Errol cutting Mr K’s hair this morning. He is an
#apprentice
at Bosco's barbershop! The reviews have been impressive. Way to go Errol!! 💚
#EstablishPius
Congratulations Michael Volk for receiving the "Celebrating Excellence Award - Character" of 2020! We are extremely proud of you.
#EstablishPius
#WeAllBelong
Sister Shelley was one of the biggest cheerleaders for our school. As our Trustee, she gave us never-ending support and love. Her visits to our school were always filled with laughter, sunshine and prayer. She will be so missed and she will be part of the Pius Family for always.
With great sadness, we share the news that long-serving and beloved Catholic School Trustee Sister Shelley Lawrence passed away, on Monday, May 29, after a hard-fought battle with cancer. 🕯️🙏❤️ We hold Sister Shelley in our prayers. Learn more:
We are pleased to announce the nomination of Mme
@nabikhattar
for the Director of Education Commendation Award!! Nancy Abi-Khattar has always walked humbly with God and has been a beacon of light and inspiration for all. Congratulations!
#EstablishPius
#ocsbBeCommunity
#faith
A very special ceremony today (led by our NDA class) to open our outdoor Indigenous learning space. We are especially grateful to the students and staff who worked hard to create this beautiful area for our school.
#WeAllBelongSPX
@ocsbindigenous
@OttCatholicSB
@seankellyottawa
Words from a parent: "The teachers continue to be doing amazing work. All are regularly sending communication, encouragement, and constructive work/activities. I don’t see how this could be going any better under the circumstances. Just amazing"
#ignitingHope
#ocsbAtHome
Congratulations Mr Warren for your 30 years of service to the
@OttCatholicSB
! Thank you for the invaluable contributions you have made as a guidance counsellor and Department Head of Student Services of our school for so many years💚🎉
#EstablishPius
Who nurtures hope in our school? Meet Ms Villa. With her unlimited energy, her sheer will and unparalleled determination she inspires our students and staff to not be afraid to go after their dreams. Thank you Ms Villa for nurturing
#hope
in our school
#ocsbHope
@OttCatholicSB
We are extremely proud of our Head custodian Giovanni DiRienzo - recipient of this year’s Director of Education Commendation Award! We are very thankful for the many years of service to our Board and our school. Well done Johnny!!
#ocsb
@stpiusxmen
Our group attended Palm Sunday Mass in Piazza San Pietro with Pope Francis in front of St. Peter's Basilica. Later, they toured the Vatican museum and took a photo (attached) in front of the tomb of St. Pius X, inside the basilica.
#experientialLearning
#EstablishPius
Thrilled for our Nordic Ski Team who did exceptionally well competing today! GOLD for Anna!!! SILVER for Macy!!! BRONZE for Ainsley!!! We are so proud of you!
#SPXExcellence
#SPXChampions
#WeAllBelongSPX
Congratulations Ms Gant! Winner of the Susan Davis Memorial Award of 2018! Thank you for your outstanding leadership and commitment to Catholic education through the Creative Arts.
#ocsb
Our hearts are filled with gratitude for the incredible support Mrs.
#Villa
continues to receive from so many of you. Thank you
@CTVNews
@TerryMarcotte
for covering the story.
Congratulations Nyameer 🎉. We are so proud of you and we thank you for your work as a Student Senate representative and for your heartfelt message to the grads as this year’s valedictorian. Best wishes for your continued success! 💚🎓
What a perfect day for our Grad Retreat. We started with liturgy and the first Grad Award - congrats Avery and thanks to the class of 1978 for continuing the legacy of community and
#PiusJOY
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Michael Volk, grade 12, is being honoured with the Celebrating Excellence Award - Character. Mike is a member of the cross country team, intramural sports and the school band. His perseverance and resilience are remarkable. We are very proud of you!
#ocsbBeCommunity
@OttCatholicSB
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Monsignor Len Lunney, the long time Principal of St. Pius. Father Lunney was one of an original group of five priests who opened St. Pius X school. He was a pillar of the Pius community and will be greatly missed.
#EstablishPius
We welcome the new members of our administration team of 2020-2021: Mr. Dean Prigent and Mrs. Melissa Gervais (VPs). Looking forward to meeting you in September!
#ocsbAtHome
@OttCatholicSB
#EstablishPius
Congratulations Mr. DiRienzo - recipient of the 2019 Director of Education Commendation Award! We are extremely proud of you and grateful for your years of service to St. Pius X H.S.
#EstablishPius
#ocsbBeCommunity
What an incredible day celebrating our SPX Grads of 2023. You are ready to take on the world! Use your voices for good, and always remember to Spread Love. Congratulations! We are so proud of you!
#PiusJOY
#PiusGrads
We are proud to announce that Wiza Mkandawire was selected by the graduating class to be valedictorian for 2020! Congratulations Wiza!
#EstablishPius
@OttCatholicSB
A huge shout out to our incredible staff who are safely distributing over 100 Chromebooks to our students who need them to access learning from home. Thank you 🙏
#EstablishPius
#weAllBelong
Who nurtures hope in our school? Meet Mme Abi-Khattar. With her infinite love for her students and her profound faith she inspires our students and staff to be the best version of themselves. Thank you Mme Abi-Khattar for nurturing
#hope
in our school
#ocsbHope
@OttCatholicSB
Our students arrived in Rome safe and sound! Ciao Roma! Piazza Navona, gelato, the Pantheon and Trevi Fountain were in the menu today. Celebrating Palm Sunday Mass at St. Peter's Square was an experience of a lifetime. Tomorrow they will continue their journey! Buona notte.
We are very proud to announce that Mrs. Deborah Vuylsteke, student success teacher, is a recipient of the Director of Education Commendation Award. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition for your service to our school and the
@OttCatholicSB
. We are very proud of you!
Nyameer is a student trustee who founded the first Black Student Association at her high school in Ottawa. For helping Black students and teachers share their experiences with a wider community,
@aircanada
wanted to share this surprise with her.
#ACFanFlight
We are praying for all the people affected by the flooding. Our students, including our co-presidents Nic and Emily and staff spent time today sandbagging and lending a hand.
#BeCommunity
#EstablishPius
@stpiusxmen
Congratulations Mme
@nabikhattar
! You are one of the recipients of this year’s Director of Education Commendation Awards. We are honoured and extremely proud of you! 💚👏
#EstablishPius
What a spectacular night! Congratulations to Ms Seguin and the cast and crew of GODSPELL for a fabulous performance. We are incredibly proud of what you have achieved!
@SPXDramaGuild
@OttawaCappies
#PiusJOY
Introducing the newly renovated “Step Up” room.
All students are invited to attend Step Up during lunch (11:10-12) to get extra help in all subjects. Teachers are waiting for you! Coming soon
#ocsbBeCommunity
@stpiusxmen
Congratulations Mrs. Vuylsteke on your nomination for the OCSB Director of Education Award! Your contributions as a student success teacher are inmensurable and we couldn’t be more proud of you!!
#EstablishPius
@OttCatholicSB
@SPXMATHDEPT
@stpiusxmen
Today is French Teacher Day. We thank our leader and department head
@nabikhattar
and her department for their outstanding contributions they make to keep the
#French
language alive in our school, our city and our province. Merci!
#EstablishPius
Congratulations Mrs Khan Taylor for your 25 years of service to the
@OttCatholicSB
! Thank you for all you have done at Pius these last two years ! You are an inspiration to us all!
#EstablishPius
Today we celebrate Megan for her commitment to her faith. Megan is an integral part of the St. Pius Youth Group and is actively involved in the prayer life of our school. She is well-deserving of the Celebrating
#ocsbExcellence
Award 🎉💚
#EstablishPius
We are number 1 in the province!! Emma Jorge, our grade 9 student, won first place in the concours d'art oratoire in Toronto yesterday. We are so proud of you Emma! Thank you Mme
@nabikhattar
and all members of the French department for doing such a phenomenal job!
#ocsb
Pius is celebrating!!!! Congratulations to our TWO Director of Education Commendation Award recipients! We are so lucky to have
@Walkertime1
and
@ChuksIma
as part of the Pius fam! Brett Walker and Chuks Imahiagbe - you are so deserving of this honour!
#PiusJOY
#PiusExcellence
We send our big congratulation on their retirement to Ms Barry, Mr Corkett, Mr O’Sullivan and Mrs Plazek and thank them for the innumerable contributions to our school community 💚. Best wishes 🎉👏