WeDay Calgary 2012 - What an event !!!!!

we DAY 2012 was an amazing event enjoyed by a number of St. Monica students and staff.  Read our Principal Rick Paolozzi's report below:

It was a fantastic event at the Saddledome today.  Our St. Monica students were overwhelmed with inspirational speakers and performers, and I can tell you that everyone is looking to continue our efforts to make a difference in the world. 




Founders of We DAY and the Me to We movement: Craig and Mark Kielburger

Larry King spoke about some of the most influential and “change makers” he has interviewed over the years.  The most fascinating stories, King says, are the stories which come from ordinary people who make a huge and positive impact on the world. 



Larry King at WeDay Calgary 2012

Other speakers included Spencer West, who has been a part of the WE DAY organization for many years.  Spencer is missing half of his body, but that didn’t stop him from climbing to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro last June powered by his hands. 



Musical artist: Lights, Spencer West, Craig Kielburger and Jason Hoggard of the Band: Hedley

Molly Burke, a young woman who lost her eye sight at the age of 13, spoke about how she was bullied by the “cool girls” at her school.  Molly spoke about being strong and following the right path, even though it might not be the most popular path to take. 



Molly Burke

The overall message of the day was simply “We can make a difference in the world”. 

It was a great day for the students who attended and the teachers who helped prepare and guide the students.  Thank you to both teachers, Suad Ziadeh and Laurel  Hagel for your leadership.

Craig Kielburger

In addition to the excitement of the big day, our own Bianca Zangheri (Grade 8) was interviewed by reporter Licia Corbella from the Calgary Herald.  Check out the story by clicking here:  STORY

we DAY - What a day it was!!!!