Dear Parents,
We wish to thank all our parents for your ongoing support of our school activities and fundraisers
throughout this school year! You are all truly amazing! Thank you also for continuing to keep our children safe by keeping sick children at home and by showing your commitment in keeping all communicable diseases at low risk. As you hear reports of COVID variants spreading, remember free COVID tests are available at local pharmacies. We encourage parents to keep children at home until they are symptom free and able to participate fully in all school activities.
FRIENDSHIP MONTH/ ANTI-BULLYING DAY
This year’s “Media Pink Day” is on February 22nd. As this is also Ash Wednesday, we will not be having a dress down day due to the 9:00 a.m. Mass. Teachers have already started their preparations in class for these themes. Students will have various “dress down” and friendship building opportunities during our upcoming Catholic Schools Week (February 13-15th). These activities are meant to be fun and inclusive and a reminder that we are a Catholic School.
As a Catholic School, our model for friendship and anti-bullying is Jesus Christ. Jesus teaches us to love God, and love others (treat others as you would treat yourself). Sometimes, there will be issues with students and their interactions with others. As they are all still children and still learning how deal with different personalities, we ask that if you have any concerns, please remember to always check-in with your child(ren’s) teacher first. Please do not try to resolve these school issues directly with the other parents as this can make the situation more personal and harder to resolve. If you have any concerns at any time on how these situations are being dealt with, please contact the principal.
REMINDERS
LENT BOXES
Lent boxes will be sent home on February 22nd (Ash Wednesday) (Grades 1-7). All boxes will be collected after Easter Monday, Tuesday, April 11th. We ask that ALL students label their box with their name and house colour. We also ask that you print the amount collected on the box. Please use this opportunity to encourage your child to give alms (to do charitable work).
GR. 7 FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE UPDATE
February 11, 2023 – Miami Nights – Back to the 80’s
We are so excited for our first Adult Pub Night of the year! Pre-purchased tickets will be sent home this week. Your free drink ticket has been included with your entry tickets. Please do not lose this and ensure you bring it with you to the event! Thank you to our Grade 7 parents for organizing such a great and fun evening of food, fun and prizes! We can’t wait to see you all there! If you have any questions, please contact the office.
Ongoing Bottle Drive – Return-It Express
The Grade 7 Fundraising Committee is collecting bottles again this year. It’s easy! Simply place your empties in clear bags and drop them off at any “Return-It Express” depot (link to locations here). The school’s account is under our main phone number (604-253-2434).
FEBRUARY 14, 2023 – GR. 7 DOWNHILL SKIING
FEBRUARY 13 – 17, 2023 – CATHOLIC SCHOOL WEEK
The school will be having a variety of activities. Please have your child bring $5.00 to participate in these activities. The donations will be divided up between a variety of charities.
- February 13th (Monday) – Jersey Day
- Students may come dressed in their favourite sports jersey.
- Staff and Gr. 7 student Dodgeball Game.
- February 14th (Tuesday) – Friendship-Love Your Neighbour Day
- Students may come dressed in Red.
- February 15th (Wednesday) – Career Day
- Students may come dressed as their favourite career.
- Kahoot activity (more details will be sent home closer to this date).
FEBRUARY 16 AND 17, 2023 CATHOLIC EDUCATOR’S CONFERENCE – NO SCHOOL
FEBRUARY 20, 2023 – FAMILY DAY – NO SCHOOL
FEBRUARY 22, 2022 – ASH WEDNESDAY GRADE 3 MASS AT 9:00 A.M.
FEBRUARY 26, 2023 – FAMILY MASS AT 11:30 A.M.
FEBRUARY HOT LUNCHES
| Thursday, February 9th | Soup Lunch |
| Thursday, February 23rd | Hamburger Lunch |
| Friday, February 24th (Gr. 7 Fundraiser) | Sushi Lunch |
2023 INCOME TAX RECEIPTS
The 2022 school income tax receipts are in the process of being prepared. The income tax receipts will be going home with the oldest child prior to February 28, 20223.
MARCH 8, 2023 – IMPORTANT DATE! MANDATORY ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
The Mandatory General Meeting will be held on Wednesday, March 8th at 6:45 p.m. in the school gym. A member from each family must attend this mandatory meeting or a fine will be charged as per the Policy Handbook on Page 12 of your child’s Agenda. If you are unable to attend due to illness, vacation, etc., a letter must be sent addressed to the Parish Education Committee explaining why you will be absent from the meeting.
2023-2024 SCHOOL REGISTRATION PACKAGES
Registration packages will be distributed at the Mandatory Annual General Meeting being held on Wednesday, March 8th. Please note that packages will not be given out prior to the meeting.