The Arts at St. John XXIII

A strong art-based extracurricular program is thriving at St. John XXIII School through the following spectrum of activities:

Intermediate Craft Club:

Instructors: Ms. Zucchet and Mrs. Marangoni

The intermediate students in grades 7 and 8 enjoyed participating in this year's Craft Club. Students made two Christmas ornaments, a pinecone owl and a pinecone moose. Students enjoyed the festive atmosphere and are looking forward to next year's craft club.

Thank you to the enthusiastic participation of the following students: Julia, Valerie, Dylan, Jason, Bianca, Samantha, Desari, Marisa, Belle, Leah, Nathan, Jonathan, Hillary, Vanessa, Anna, Majdalen, Tadyn, Jacob, Aliyah, Kate, Chris, Deontae, Katelynn, Rafi and Alyssa

Junior Christmas Craft Club:

Instructors: Mrs. Valeri-Lutz and Mrs. Perciasepe

This creative club invites grade 6 students to explore the beautiful gifts and seasonal decorations they can create with their very own hands and minds.  Tinsel trees, spoon reindeer and snowmen ornaments are just some of the crafty creations that our members uniquely assemble in a workshop that could easily compete with Santa’s! Family members truly enjoy the wonderful crafts made with love and pride by members of the Junior Craft Club.

Members of the Club:

Isabella, Sana, Rob, Daniela, Alanna, Emily, Maddison, Kayla, Aidan, Jean Pierre, Meagan

 
Clay, Sculpture and Ceramics Club:
Instructor:  R. Valeri-Lutz

This hands-on club invites students to create 3-D works of art with various mediums including clay, metal, wood and other found objects.  Members also explore the ceramics strand with a specific focus on glazing and staining techniques.  Beautiful themes which emphasize the Catholic curriculum have been embraced by the club including our “Family of Hope and Peace” community motto.  Colourful butterflies, sculpted blossoms and rustic crosses will greet you in our front foyer as on-going symbols of our belief in the virtue of HOPE!

Members of the Club:

Katelyn, Vanessa, Rafi, Joshua, Kate, Ethan, Dominique, Hillary, Majdalen, and Daniella.

                           Easter display from Clay, Sculpture and Ceramic Club in front foyer.

Printmaking Club:

Instructors: R. Valeri-Lutz

This dynamic club invites students to design their own printmaking blocks to create both individual and collaborative works of art.  Students create formal works on canvas as well as practical gifts printed with their own personalized designs.  Beautiful themes which emphasize Catholic school initiatives are embraced by the club.  The Board’s “Virtues” programme is the focus of a stunning collaborative piece which graces the front hall of Saint John XXIII.

Members of the Club: 

Shania, Meron, Remelle, Phillip, Maura, John, Kaitlyn, Shela, Jakub, Sarah, Aga, Sofia, Vance, Jason, Alexa, Jasmin, Victoria, Madison, Nicolas, Amelia, Kirsten, James, Jordan and Mia.