MAY 10, 2024 – MOTHER’S DAY MASS
The Kindergarten class is leading this special Mass on Friday, May 10th at 9:00 a.m. All parents are welcome to attend, especially Mothers and Grandmothers.
MAY 10, 2024 – GRADE 7 FREEZIE FRIDAY
Grade 7 class will be selling freezies for a toonie afterschool on Fridays starting May 10, 2024.
Please see attached flyer for details.
MAY 14, 2024 – CLASS PHOTOS
Please make sure students come to school dressed in full uniform. (Black Shoes and Sweaters MANDATORY)
MAY 16, 2024 – PEC ELECTION 2024 FORMS DUE
If you are interested in applying for a PEC position, please fill out the nomination form attached (please thoroughly read the eligibility and expectation requirements). Nomination forms MUST be signed by our nomination committee, Cristina Morra, or Roger Gil and returned to the office by Thursday May 16th. If you have any questions, please contact the office.
MAY 16, 2024 – CONFIRMATION NEWS
On Tuesday, May 14th at 7:15 p.m. there will be a mandatory Confirmation rehearsal for all Grade 7 students and their sponsors in the gym. Confirmation will be held on Thursday, May 16th at 7:00 p.m. Please refer to the notice sent home regarding your arrival time.
MAY 17, 2024 – OLS WALK-A-THON
Friday, May 17th, will be the annual OLS Walk-a-thon. Please refer to the notice that went home. Please note this day will be a full day of school. Students can come in walking wear for the day.
MAY 20, 2024 – VICTORIA DAY – NO SCHOOL
There will be no school on Monday, May 20th.
MAY 21, 2024 – SPRING UNIFORM NEWS
Students may wear their Spring uniform to school starting on Tuesday, May 21st. However, please note that students must be in FULL UNIFORM (Sweaters, vests or cardigans and black shoes) on Mass or special days.
MAY 22, 2024 – HOLY CROSS TRACK MEET
Please refer to the Track and Field notice for details. Track Meets are always rain or shine, so please make sure students are prepared for all weather.
MAY 26, 2024 – FAMILY MASS
The Family Mass will be at 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, May 26th. We invite all families from OLS to celebrate the Family Mass. The OLS Family Mass is a great way for our families to attend and participate in the required Sunday liturgy. This Mass will be hosted by our Grade 3 Readers.
MAY 27, 2024 – OLS TRACK MEET
Please refer to the Track and Field notice for details. Track meets are always rain or shine, so please make sure students are prepared for all weather.
MAY 31, 2024 – CROWNING OF MARY
The Crowning of Mary Mass will be on Friday, May 31st at OLS Church at 7:00 p.m. Procession will follow (weather permitting). Please bring FLOWERS for Mary! All students are invited to attend. More information will follow.
MAY 2024 HOT LUNCH DATES:
| Thursday, May 16th | Edo Japan Rice/Noodle Bowls |
| Thursday, May 23rd | Cheese Pizza |
| Thursday, May 30th | Sausage in a Bun |
OLS GOLF TOURNAMENT!!
We are excited to be hosting our First Annual OLS Golf Tournament on Friday, September 6th, 2024, at Swaneset Bay Resort & Country Club, in Pitt Meadows. This is an important start for our process of building a new school! We are hoping that families who golf, or families with businesses will join us for a fun day of community and support for our new school fund. Even if you are not a golfer, we are offering hole sponsorships and signs for only $500 per hole (tax receipts will be available). This is a great way to introduce your business to the greater OLS business community! If your business is interested in being a larger corporate sponsor, we can also accommodate your business needs. We have attached the notice for sponsors. You can also sign up online at https://ourladyofsorrows.ca/golf-tournament/, and we can send you or your company a direct invoice. The deadline for our sponsorship holes is May 31st. Thank you to the many parents and vendors who have already committed, and we hope all our business parents and partners can help support this important Capital Campaign for our New School Building Fund! If you have any questions, please contact the school.
PARISH NEWS AND REMINDERS
MAY 24, 2024 – FAREWELL MASS FOR OLS CARMELITE SISTERS
Archbishop Miller, together with our parish priests will be celebrating a farewell Mass at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, May 24th for the Carmelite Sisters. We invite all families from OLS to celebrate this Mass.
LOST AND FOUND
Please visit our website (https://ourladyofsorrows.ca/lost-and-found/) to view items in the lost and found.
MCCARTHY UNIFORMS BUNDLE SAVINGS
Every year McCarthy Uniforms offers bundle savings to our school community. These bundles offer an additional coupon incentive that can be used later in the year to top up student’s uniforms. Please see the attached bundle flyer for further details. Uniforms should be examined and replaced as needed due to children outgrowing them or regular wear and tear.
AFTERSCHOOL PICK-UP
Due to the warmer weather, the children will now be spending more time outside. Therefore, the gate to the school parking lot will not be opened until 2:30 p.m. Please do not arrive earlier than 2:30 p.m. to pick-up your child(ren) and wait at the gate as this creates a backlog of traffic and a nuisance for the neighbourhood.
PARENT PARTICIPATION NEWS
If you have not been contacted by the PEC, your volunteer position will stay the same for the upcoming school year. Thank you for your continued support.
Grade 7 FUNDRAISING – 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).