IN THE SPOTLIGHT!

Scona Composite High School Helping to Build Educational Communities in Kenya
On November 7th, Scona High launched its 'Spread the Word' Campaign. The impressive 6-week-long campaign — led by students — will help raise funds towards building and strengthening educational communities in poverty-stricken areas of rural Kenya. Watch out for weekly updates as they work towards their goal of $15,000!

Week 1 (Nov 10-14)	"Mobile Jail" Heather Baile deserves the title Captain for week one as her tour in the mobile jail Friday contributed to over $1000 raised during lunch time alone!!! Taylor Rubin standing next to Mrs. Heather Baile "in jail".	Results

Week 2 (Nov 17-21)	"Vow of Silence" Students and staff were encouraged not to speak all day Thursday to raise awareness for children that do not have a voice in other parts of the world. It was an optional activity and teachers/students could participate for all or part of the day.	Results

One student wrote in a reflection: At least for me, my voice is my way of expressing myself and influencing others. Taking that away from me would erase my footprint on this earth. Today for me was a symbol of greater change and awareness for one of the many taxing issues that kids across the world face. Here in Edmonton, it would be a completely different world for me if I was voiceless and had no freedom or opportunity.

Week 3 (Nov 24-28)	"Balloon Lottery" Grade 11's organized a Balloon Lottery to boost their results. In two days, they raised over $250 and are now in second place!!! However, Mr. Yonge’s Physical Education grade 10 class has vowed to dominate ANY grade level class by raising $500 or more on condition that Mr. Yonge then runs around the school in a bikini! The competition is heating up! Catherine Reineld, Itzel Rubio & Katie Taschuk working hard at the balloon lottery.	Results

Stay tuned for Week 4!