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Spirit Week

3 February 2024
Ella W, Mack '25

As a layer of snow covered our beautiful, vibrant campus, students were feeling the effects of assessments and assignments piling up. However, thanks to our wonderful SAC (Student Activity Council), led by Jonathan W, Rogers ‘24 and Ms Ramsay, students had the whole week to enjoy different themed days and activities to celebrate school spirit. Jonathan describes Spirit Week as: “something that I hope that people can take part in, cheer for, and enjoy to curb seasonal depression”. And that it was.

Starting strong, Monday night began the week of festivities with Interhouse Jenga, Mario Kart and Smash Bros. During other parts of the year, students have plenty of time to work on their Mario Kart skills in the common rooms. However, whenever January rolls around, we are ready to do what it takes to win in the Nintendo Arena. The Interhouse competition is neck and neck right now, with Hope-Privett just barely in the lead, Mack-Ellis in second, and Whittall-Alex and Rogers-Allard following closely behind. Earning these points now could be the difference between the winner and the losers by the end of the year. 

Another wonderful addition to Spirit Week is the creative dress-up days. Captain Jonathon and the rest of the SAC team have chosen three days this week for students to show their school and house spirit. Tuesday was Twin Day for students to match with their best friends! Friday was House Spirit Day to support the finale of all the Interhouse activities that occurred this week, and each house was represented by an array of colours across campus. 

Finally, Saturday rolled around and the event we’d all been waiting for was here: Showcase Hockey. The Girls and Boys Hockey teams took to the ice to play two games against our local rivals, Shawnigan Lake School. Students made signs and banners to support their friends while they battled in the chilly rink. The atmosphere was energy-filled with cheers and chants as our school rooted for our players on the ice. Special shoutout to Ginger W, Allard ‘24 for an outstanding performance in the girls’ game, and Damion G, Ellis ‘26 and Kai R, Ellis ‘24 for an outstanding performance in the boys’ game. Assistant Captain Quinn B, Ellis ‘24, stated: “It was a close game, neck and neck until overtime. The crowd’s energy and our trust in one another helped us win that game”. Congratulations to both teams for winning their respective games: it was incredibly entertaining. 

On behalf of the students and everyone who participated in this year's Spirit Week, I would like to thank Jonathon W, Ms Ramsay and the SAC Team as well as all members of faculty like the Food Services Staff and the Maintenance team! This was a wonderful way to liven up a winter week of  Mill Bay grey. 

Ella W, Mack ‘25 

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