The Oakwood CI Music Council has been working very hard to raise money to support cancer research - specifically Hodgkin's Lymphoma. This particular cancer is near and dear to the hearts of our students as a much loved staff member is currently on leave from school for treatment. Under the leadership of 2 senior students a variety of fundraising activities have taken place over the last few weeks. Today at lunch time a number of students and staff members had their head's shaved to celebrate how much money we have raised to date. Eight students had their head's shaved completely and one student had a large pony tail chopped off. Three teachers and our Vice-Principal, Mr. McIntosh also had their head's shaved for the good cause! Hairdressers from Robert Ashley Hair Salon, Toronto and Eikonic Hair Salon, Brampton volunteered their time to shave the students and staff members. We are so proud of the Oakwood spirit which was very evident today!
Tomorrow, Tuesday March 8th, the senior visual arts students are hosting their fundraiser for Hodgkin's Lymphoma. The students have organized a juried art show and sale. The artworks are all 8 x 10" and are for sale for $10.00 each. The artwork will be sold on a first come first served basis. Both students and staff have contributed art work for the show and sale. We invite our community to come out to support our students and their efforts to make a difference for cancer research. Our Art Show and Sale begins at 7 p.m. in the front foyer of the school.
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