DAY 1
MORNING PRAYER
Yesterday
was Thanksgiving. Today, we offer our school prayer of thanksgiving. Let us
make sure we are always aware of the gifts God gives us and express our
gratitude to Him!
Lord,
we thank you for the goodness of our
people
and for the spirit of justice that fills
this nation.
We thank you for the beauty and fullness
of the land
and the challenge of the cities.
We thank you for our work and our rest,
for one another, and for our homes.
We thank you, Lord: accept our
thanksgiving on this day.
We pray and give thanks through Jesus
Christ our Lord.Amen.
Main Entrance - Ms. Szautner
North Entrance - Ms. Richards
South Entrance - Mrs. Rissling
ANNOUNCEMENTS
PARENT/STUDENT/TEACHER EARLY CONFERENCES
Conferences will be Wednesday, October 16th from 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm. and may be in-person or over-the-phone. To book an appointment during this time, use the Edsby message that was sent to all parents/guardians.
ÉCOLE ST MARY SCHOOL CLOTHING STORE
The École St. Mary clothing store is now open! Show off your school pride with our exclusive range of École St. Mary spirit wear! The deadline for ordering is Friday, November 15th and orders will be ready for pick up by December 15th at North Star Trophies & Screenprinting at #897 Central Avenue. To order, use the link and password on the Edsby post.
JR. A GIRLS VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT
The Jr. A Girls Volleyball team will be hosting a tournament on Friday, October 18th and Saturday, October 19th. Come on out and cheer on the Marauders!
POLAR EXPRESSIONS PUBLISHING: Student Contests
Students in Kindergarten through Grade 12 are invited to enter the 2024/2025 National K-12 Student poetry and Short Story Contests.
Short Story (450 words maximum) deadline: November 23, 2024
Poetry (32 lines maximum) deadline: November 30, 2024
USASK PRINCE ALBERT CAMPUS: Open House
Students are invited to the Open House of the USask Prince Albert Campus on Friday, October 25, 2024 from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm. Students will have the opportunity to meet representatives of colleges, learn about academic programs at the Prince Albert campus, tour popular places, and learn how to apply for admission. For additional information, go to Prince Albert Campus Open House - Admissions | University of Saskatchewan (usask.ca)
JUNIOR CURLING PROGRAM: Ages 11 - 19
The Prince Albert Golf & Curling Centre is offering a Junior Curling Program (league play and instruction) Mondays and/or Wednesdays from October 21st to March 6th. The cost is $80 and sliders/brooms are supplied. Registration is available online at www.pagcc.ca (curling – registration) or at the curling office. For more information, contact Pat Bibby 306-961-5353 or the PAG&CC office 306-765-5201.
SASK POLYTECHNIC: Prince Albert Open House October 9th
Sask Polytech connects classrooms to careers, ambition to actuality, and community to opportunity. Take control of your future and make your connection at our Prince Albert Open House on Wednesday, October 9th from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm (high school students) and 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm (open to the public). Prospective students and their parents can learn more about programs and opportunities; applications and admission processes; scholarships, awards and bursaries; and services for students. Students must find their own transportation to the Open House, have a parent excuse them from school via Edsby for the afternoon, and complete their own registration. For additional information and to register, go to https://saskpolytech.ca/events/open-house.aspx
UBC INDIGENOUS RECRUITMENT SESSION
An Indigenous Recruiter-Advisor from the University of British Columbia (UBC) will be making a presentation on Thursday, October 10th a during the lunch hour for students who are interested in UBC programs. Students who are interested in attending the presentation need to message Mrs. Gibson to be put on the list. If the session does not fill up, it will be open to non-indigenous students.
SHA: Youth-In-Action Volunteer Program
Victoria Hospital, Herb Bassett Home and Pineview Terrace welcome students to join the Youth-In-Action program (serve patients & residents in a healthcare environment, visit, play cards/games, paint nails, read, play music/sing etc.). The program runs from November to May. Additional information is available by contacting Volunteer Services (306-765-6119) or going to https://www.saskhealthauthority.ca/careers-volunteering/volunteering-saskatchewan-health-authority . The application deadline is Friday, October 11th. To apply, use the QR code below: 2025 Grad Clothing Store
École St. Mary 2025 Grad apparel is now available to order. Please see the link on Edsby to place an order. The deadline for this store is Thursday, November 7th.
CANADIAN PARENTS FOR FRENCH - PA - Bénévoles recherchés
Canadian Parents for French Prince Albert (CPF-PA) recherche des élèves en immersion (9e à 12e année) pour aider avec le Mini-Rendez-Vous qui aura lieu le samedi 26 octobre à l'École Holy Cross de 8 h 45 à 3 h. Un Mini-Rendez-Vous est un camp de jour pour les enfants en immersion française de la ville (maternelle à 4e année). Les tâches des bénévoles seront d'aider avec l'animation d'ateliers de cuisine, d'art et d'éducation physique. Les instructions et le dîner seront fournis gratuitement pour les bénévoles. Si cela t'intéresse, tu peux donner ton nom à M. Joncas via Edsby ou en personne avant le 10 octobre 2024.
FREE YOUTH OPEN ART STUDIO
The Margo Fournier Arts Centre at 1010 Central Avenue is offering a free, drop-in art class for teens ages 14 – 18! Explore various art materials in each class through different art projects including drawing, printmaking, watercolours, acrylic painting, sculpture and more! All supplies and instruction are provided. Sessions are Thursdays from September 12th – December 19th from 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm. To register, use the QR code below:
SACRED HEART PARISH: Youth & Children’s Choir
This free opportunity is for children and youth age 6 – 18 who agree to participate in music ministry (one 11:am mass per month from Sept – June), practice twice a month (Sunday evenings 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm) and can read. The choir is directed by Kayleigh & Brock Skomorowski. For information, call or email Kayleigh (306-940-8894; kayleigh.skomorowski@gmail.com)
INDIGENOUS ART CLUB
Students will begin to enhance their skills by working primarily with beads. Artisan trainees will start learning to bead using the 2-needle applique method during the following meeting times: Monday to Friday from 8:00 am - 8:45 am and lunch hour, as well as Wednesday: 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm, unless otherwise posted for special event teachings. All participants will be asked to log their hours. The expected time that a project may require ranges from 4 to 30 hours or more. Sessions will enhance students’ skill levels, enabling them to confidently participate at regional, provincial and national levels of Skills Canada competitions. Students will be able to compete at the school level, city and provincial levels this year based on performance and dedication to the skill required. See Mrs. Longjohn-Constant in room B26 for more details.
CHOIR
Choir classes are Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 8:00 am and Wednesday at 12:30 pm. All rehearsals are in the music room.
JAZZ BAND
Jazz band rehearsals are Wednesday from 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm and Friday from 12:30 pm - 1:10 pm. All rehearsals are in the music room.
STEM CLUB
Are you interested in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math? If so, join the STEM Club. To join, scan the QR code below and complete the registration form. If you have any question, contact Mr. Gotidoc in Rm 140.
ART CLUB
Art Club is every Thursday from 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm in the Art Room. Drop-ins are always welcome!
HOMEWORK CLUB
Need a quiet spot to focus on your homework, study for an exam, or simply to enjoy your lunch in peace? Then come join us in Room B20 (Mr. Kirilenko)! Homework Club runs Monday to Friday from 12:14 pm to 1:14pm. All students are welcome to attend!
FREE FEMININE MENSTRUAL PRODUCTS
École St Mary High School has received free feminine menstrual products to support our students. Students can go to the main office for their free products (box of tampons and a box of pads). Menstrual Equity in Saskatchewan Schools is a three-year initiative.
EDSBY SUPPORT
FREE MICROSOFT 365 FOR STUDENTS
Students enrolled in the Prince Albert Catholic School Division have the opportunity to install Microsoft Office 365 on their desktops, laptops and mobile devices. Instructions and additional information is available at http://pa.pursueonline.com/index.php/community/
COMMUNITY
PRINCE ALBERT PUBLIC LIBRARY (PAPL)
Find out about all the FREE print and digital access to novels, graphic novels, music, movies, comedy shows, crafts, book clubs and more that is available at the Prince Albert Public Library. For detailed information visit https://princealbertlibrary.ca/ and/or view the September-October Newsletter.
PUBLIC LIBRARY JOB OPPORTUNITY
The Prince Albert Public Library has a job opening for a Page position which involves shelving and organizing books, as well as other library materials. To apply, please go to the circulation desk to fill out an application form and then return it with a resume attached. Student who are 16 years or younger must also have a Young Workers Certificate. For additional information, please phone 306-763-8496 or email: jobs@princealbertlibrary.ca
DRIVER EDUCATION 2023 - 2024
Students who are interested in the 2023 - 2024 driver education program are to register online through Microsoft Forms: Driver Education Registration 2024 - 2025. Mr. Bourdon will then place students into groups on Edsby. A reminder that spots fill up quickly, so it is important for students to select their three top options to best accommodate each student. The start dates for session are as follows:
Session 1: Sept. 9 - Sept. 27 (3:30 pm - 5:30 pm)
Session 2: Oct. 7 - Oct. 29 (3:30 pm - 5:30 pm)
Session 3: Oct. 21 - Dec. 5 (12:15 pm - 1:10 pm)
Session 4: Nov. 13 - Dec. 2 (3:30 pm - 5:30 pm)
Session 5: Jan. 6 - Jan. 24 (3:30 pm - 5:30 pm)
Session 6: Feb. 3 - Feb. 28 (3:30 pm - 5:30 pm)
Session 7: Mar. 3 - Apr. 14 (12:15 pm - 1:10 pm)
Session 8: Mar. 10 - Mar. 31 (3:30 pm - 5:30 pm)
Session 9: Apr. 1 - Apr. 29 (3:30 pm - 5:30 pm)
Session 10: May 1 - May 23 (3:30 pm - 5:30 pm)
Session 11: July 2 - July 10 (9:00 am - 1:00 pm)
Please note the following:
· Students must be 15 years old by the start of the session.
· Sessions will be in the Room 246.
· All sessions begin at 3:30 pm and end at 5:30 pm. (except for the summer/lunch sessions).
· During your driver education class, you will need:
· your birth certificate
· your MYSGI account number. (needed on the first day of class)
· Students must go to SGI to get their MySGI customer number.
· a pencil/pen and notebook
