Hearts Rooted in Truth and Reconciliation at Monsignor Philip Coffey Catholic School

Monsignor Philip Coffey Catholic School recognized the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation by planting seed hearts in their Heart Garden. Each class presented its heart during an assembly, and members of the Eco Team planted the hearts together as an act of reciprocity with the Land.

The Heart Garden has been an ongoing project between Monsignor Philip Coffey Catholic School and the DCDSB Indigenous Education Team. Currently, the garden features a felt heart containing students’ positive memories from the school year, along with newly planted seed hearts that will bloom in the spring. The garden will continue to grow throughout the school year, with plans to install a sign and hold an official opening ceremony in June.