We were thrilled to see an incredible response this year, with over 150 entries!
Thank you to everyone who participated—you truly made this decision the toughest (and most exciting) one yet. But while it was difficult to narrow so many beautiful submissions to the top ten, we are very happy to announce this year's winner and nine honourable mentions:
Winner: Zoie F., Grade 8, St. Monica’s Catholic School
Honourable Mention: Kayla G., Grade 8, St. Marie of the Incarnation Catholic School
Honourable Mention: Olivia D., Grade 10, St. Theresa’s Catholic High School
Honourable Mention: Niko V., Grade 7, St. Angela Merici Catholic School
Honourable Mention: Liam M., Grade 3, Sacred Heart Catholic School
Honourable Mention: Joel L., Grade 10, Holy Trinity Catholic High School
Honourable Mention: Christina B., Grade 6, Monsignor Castex Catholic School
Honourable Mention: Ariana E., Grade 3, St. Angela Merici Catholic School
Honourable Mention: Alessandra G., Grade 6, Monsignor J.E. Ronan Catholic School
Honourable Mention: Aila A., Grade 2, St. Cecilia’s Catholic School
All of these submissions perfectly demonstrate the importance of faith and the spirit of Christmas in a variety of ways. Zoie's vibrant depiction of the holy family will be featured on the front of this year’s Board Christmas card and will be sent to colleagues and partners in Catholic and public education in Ontario, as well as our Premier and Prime Minister.
The Board of Trustees and I are very excited to have such wonderful talent represent our school board. We would like to congratulate this year's winner and honourable mentions, as well as all students who submitted artwork. Thank you for sharing your wonderful gift with us.
Please see our virtual Christmas card below for the top ten submissions:
Wishing you a safe and joyful Christmas.
Yours in Faith,
Frances Bagley
Director of Education