Artistic Awards and Recognitions

These students and staff members have achieved incredible artistic accomplishments, either on a provincial or national level.

2023 Artistic Awards and Recognitions

Veronica Oliveira

St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Secondary School

Yearbook Cover Contest Winner and Provincial Representative at Nationals


Veronica is a multi-talented artist skilled in various mediums. She claimed first place in a yearbook cover contest among 42 schools. The theme, "Diary of an STA Student," inspired her to create a cover adorned with doodles representing different aspects of student life. Her winning entry not only impressed the judges at the school and provincial level, it also propelled her design to the national finals! Click here to see Veronica's yearbook cover design.

Kayla & Krista Potestio Sina

St. Ann's Catholic School, Virtual

Royal Canadian Legion Remembrance Day Poetry Contest -  3rd Place Ontario, and

Royal Canadian Legion Remembrance Day Essay Contest -  3rd Place Ontario



Talented sisters Krista and Kayla made their mark in writing contests that started as a classroom initiative. The girls placed first place locally and third place provincially for their Remembrance Day submissions at the Barrie and Royal Canadian Legions. Click here to read Kayla's poem and click here to read Krista's essay.