Think Day

To Whom It May Concern,

On Wednesday, April 18th, Christ the King students were treated to a special multi-media presentation performed by Absolute, a group that travels all over Canada to speak to teens about critical issues such as taking drugs, alcohol, pre-marital sex, abortion (editor’s note: we actually don’t speak about abortion, see our faq’s as to why), and bullying. This group was brought in to kick-off our Catholic Education Week this year where the theme centers on being created in the image of God. Absolute is a group that speaks to teens about the critical issues that matter to them most and does it on a level they understand and can relate to. The message is exactly the same as our theme this year - one that emphasizes the uniqueness and dignity of each person.

As the group began their presentation, the students listened closely as various members of the group spoke from personal experience on several major issues and came to understand the message being delivered…you have a life to live and that every part of what makes you unique is for a reason…a purpose! You can get through anything as long as you know how special you are and believe you can make a difference by knowing this in your heart. Numerous students were drawn to tears as story after story directly related to what they have been going through in their own life.

But the event was not just about connection through story telling, but also by connection through music as a touring band called Beauti from Trail, B.C. performed three of their songs during the presentation. The band totally ‘rocked the house’ and the students not only enjoyed the music but also appreciated the sincerity of the lyrics in their songs. In addition to the band, the group utilized videos that depicted the different kinds of wonderful opportunities that the students have to make a difference (as youth) in our world such as Hero Holiday which is an opportunity to join other youth in building new houses and buildings in poorer countries like the Dominican Republic and Mexico. World Vision sponsoring was also offered to kinds along with a video clip that emphasized that ability of the ‘disabled’ to overcome odds and make a difference.

The event was truly remarkable! Students and teachers were discussing the issues and what they experienced from the show long after they returned to their classrooms. As a teacher, I believe I have witnessed one of the most significant events in our school’s early history, one that has helped us further the process of growing a warm, compassionate, caring, and involved Catholic community here in Georgetown. Absolute really lived up to their reputation as they did an absolutely fantastic job!! I highly recommend Absolute in every respect.

Yours very truly,

David DeSantis
Principal

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