Each year, schools across Canada join the CBC Music Class Challenge, where students show their talents by performing a song made by a Canadian artist. With entries representing every province and territory, this competition is known for its exceptional artistry.
On Friday, December 19, 2025, CBC announced the winners of the various musical categories and St. Augustine CHS in Markham, Ont., placed first in Canada in the Intermediate Instrumental (Grades 7鈥�9) category!
Two Grade 9 instrumental classes worked together to record a cover of Carly Rae Jepsen鈥檚 鈥淐all Me Maybe.鈥� The students鈥� spirited performance showcased their exceptional abilities through this uplifting interpretation of a Canadian pop classic.
St. Augustine CHS Principal Mr. Cocchetto shared, 鈥淲e are very proud of the efforts and talent demonstrated by our Grade 9 music students. We greatly appreciate music teacher, Ms. Iwanenko, for her passion and for inspiring a love of music in our students.鈥�
Two Other 蓝莓视频 Finalists
The York Catholic District School Board (蓝莓视频) was delighted that two other schools were among this year鈥檚 finalists:
- St. Maximilian Kolbe CHS (Aurora) 鈥� Intermediate Vocal (Grades 7鈥�9)
- Cardinal Carter CHS (Aurora) 鈥� Senior Instrumental (Grades 10鈥�12)
We congratulate all the students and staff who were involved in this remarkable achievement.
St. Maximilian Kolbe CHS 鈥� Intermediate Vocal Finalist
The choir at St. Maximilian Kolbe CHS in Aurora, Ont., performed Nelly Furtado鈥檚 鈥淚鈥檓 Like a Bird.鈥�
St. Maximilian Kolbe鈥檚 choir leader, Ms. Doria, remarked, 鈥淲e are incredibly proud of their recognition as a Top 10 National Finalist!鈥�
And St. Maximilian Kolbe Principal Ms. Miranda added, 鈥淪ince their inception last year, the choir has worked tirelessly to blend their voices and create something beautiful. We congratulate them on making the Top 10 in all of Canada.鈥�
Cardinal Carter CHS 鈥� Senior Instrumental Finalist
The Grade 12 music class at Cardinal Carter CHS in Aurora, Ont., also impressed judges with its engaging, dynamic arrangement of “Call Me Maybe.”
Cardinal Carter CHS Vice Principal Ms. Akleh shared, 鈥淭he students鈥� energy, dedication and musicianship shine through beautifully in their performance.鈥�
Vice Principal Akleh also wanted to acknowledge music teacher Ms. Sharpe: 鈥淗er commitment to our students鈥� success has played a significant role in this achievement.鈥�
Congratulations to every student, teacher and school community that participated in this year鈥檚 CBC Music Class Challenge. We鈥檙e all proud of your talents and hard work. You are great examples of Catholic education!