Chinguacousy's 50th Anniversary

11/11/2023

Given all of the turmoil and atrocities going on in various parts of the world right now it seemed more appropriate than ever this year to take a few moments at 11:11:11 to sit solemnly and think appreciatively of our veterans, armed forces members and peacekeepers for all the work that they have done and continue to do to give us the lifestyle we are blessed with.

With gratitude to you all, thank you.

11/11

06/29/2023

Greetings Ching family,

Earlier this week Chinguacousy SS held its graduation and commencement ceremony for the 2023 graduates. Due 100% to the generosity of the many Ching alumni that either purchased tickets for the reunion or made a donation to the cause, we were able to donate $4,000 in bursary gifts to six deserving graduates. There were two $1,000 awards and four $500 awards. We asked Principal Lam and the teacher leads on the grad committee for their recommendations, all of these students represented Ching with dignity, overcame personal challenges, were active leaders in the community and overall showed strong leadership skills during their tenure at the school.

Our congratulations go out to the following deserving students:

Shadae Foreman $1,000 - has shown the most growth during her time here at Ching and is an active leader in many aspects of our school community.

Danielle Okojie $1,000 - has been a strong social justice advocate and is an active leader in many aspects of our school community.

Claudia Martinez $500 - has been a strong leadership presence in many aspects of our school community.

Joshua Kurian $500 - has been a strong leadership presence in many aspects of our school community.

Alma Begovic $500 - has been a strong leadership presence in many aspects of our school community.

Lateefat Sanni $500 - has been a strong leadership presence in many aspects of our school community.

The alumni committee would like to reiterate it's appreciation to all of the generous Ching alumni for helping make this happen. 👏👏👏👏

06/27/2023

On behalf of Chinguacousy's 50th Anniversary Reunion committee, we would like to give a special congratulatory "shout out" 📣 to Mike Bennett, our "Early Bird" ticket draw winner 👏 Mike is now the new owner of our amazing Rolling Stones Package 🎊

We will be in touch with you, Mike, via email! Congratulations!!

06/26/2023

A beautiful pic received, of fellow alumni at our 50th Reunion 💕

From left to right

Brigette Gagnon
Liz Emery
Tracy Cuthbertson
Charlene Menzies

06/16/2023

Had to visit Ching this afternoon to pick up some left behind items from the Chinguacousy's 50th Anniversary celebration and chat with Principal Lam about the donation to the current students from the fundraising that was done (he's a real quality guy and did what he could to help us behind the scenes). Realizing it might be my last ever visit was an interesting experience. Not melancholy at all, maybe just a final goodbye for old times sake. More about the donation in the days to come.

Since I was in the area I stopped into Mackay Pizza for a slice of 'za and of course the "Patty Deluxe" with cheese, tomato, lettuce and mayo...the patty was every bit as delish as what I remembered from working at Food City 35 years ago, unfortunately the pizza was nowhere near as good. Also grabbed a pic of the old Ellen Mitchell rec center where we had some awesome times hanging out after closing time that definitely weren't sanctioned by the town, that's for damn sure.

Neat experience reflecting on the path that's been travelled from then until now.

06/11/2023

A pictured shared from Ching alumni Melanie Baker (nee Stock), of Chingucousy S.S wrestling team in 2003

06/09/2023

Friday morning funnies, brought to you by our own Ching alumni Neil Morrison, & reunion member, Ivar Hamilton

06/07/2023

It has been a great privilege to honour our Ching alumni that have passed away through the In Memoriam video. The feedback has been incredibly gratifying and we thank you for all the wonderful feedback. We've learned of a few individuals that might have been accidentally overlooked and are adding them to the tribute as we learn of such. If you are aware of any additional people that should be honoured please let us know, & if you could possibly share a pic? If not, please do not worry, we will do our best to have them included in the tribute video.

06/07/2023

A few pics to share from fellow alumni Jessica Alejandria

06/06/2023

Celebrating the lives of those we've lost from Chinguacousy S. S., was a significant segment to our reunion weekend. If anyone was unable to see our memorial slideshow, we'd welcome you to use this link to take look 💕

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We placed a clipboard close to our memorial slideshow, offering anyone to include names of those we may have missed 😪

Our sincerest apologies to anyone we may have missed, & our deepest condolences to those we have lost ❤️

06/05/2023

Good evening Ching Peeps!

And ... just like that, it's over 😢 Months of planning, truly paid off for an amazing weekend 🥰

Familiar faces, catching up on old & new stories was incredibly nostalgic 💕 We are extemely grateful to meet other alumni & staff, sharing & comparing our lives at Ching - some things never change, one being the true spirit at our school 🤗 Our page is now open to share your pictures of our weekend 🥰

https://www.facebook.com/chingalumni50?mibextid=ZbWKwL

A huge thank you to all who attended, & to all of our volunteers, making this epic weekend sincerely, a memorable one! Special thanks to the following volunteers, who were alongside for most of our journey with planning our event - Fellow alumni Lynda O'Donnell & Sean Pogue.

We appreciate all of your "shares" & "tagging" 🙋‍♂️🙋‍♀️ our posts, in addition to spreading the word to encourage others to join 📣

A VERY special thank you to the following 🤗

• Spot 1 Bar & Grill, for their extraordinary work hosting our Friday night social, catering & tending bar on Saturday night. Staff were unbelievably amazing!
• Councilor ROD POWER, for making a special appearance, & presenting us with a certificate commemorating our reunion committee as "a testament of the strong community spirit & enduring legacy of Chingucousy S.S.
• Bryan Ramsammy, our personal friend, & also a Ching alumni, for volunteering his time, & talent to DJ our event. Bryan "Club Q," selflessly plays on social media, almost every Saturday night, merely for other's enjoyment. Bryan has raised thousands of dollars volunteering, for The hospital of Sick Children 🥰
• Clayton Peters, for spinning us some amazing tunes at Spot One
• Russel Peters for the interview he had with our team member, Ivar Hamilton, & donating an incredible package for our silent auction
• All those who graciously donated money for the Chinguacousy Scholarship Fund
• All those who donated prizes for our silent auction
• Ching teachers Mike Gauley & Paul Tesar for assisting with our 90's panel. Mrs. Lafrance, David Bell, Barb Woolley, Becky Rutherford, Dave Whyte, Mr. Grainger for our 70's panel.
• The staff at Chinguacousy S.S. for being so accomodating

Until next time,
Chinguacousy 50th Anniversary Reunion Committee 💕

Event

06/05/2023

A few pics to start, from a very memorable weekend, organizing & joining fellow alumni & staff, at Chinguacousy's 50th Anniversary Reunion ranging in years from 1972 & 👆

⭐️ Friday night social at Spot One Bar & Grill in Brampton & Saturday at my old highschool stomping grounds ⭐️

Months of planning, several hours a day brought together an unforgettable milestone in my life. Reminiscing my years in Chinguacousy S.S., catching up with alumni & staff, sharing stories, laughter & also some tears of those we've lost.

Ty to all who made this nostagic night so very special 💗

Sincerely, Nicola Kane