Tuesday, October 22nd

DAY 2

MORNING PRAYER

Early in October is the feast day of the guardian angels. On that day, we remembered to give thanks to God for the work of the angels, and in particular our guardian angels. Our guardian angels journey with us in life and help us in our time of need.

God of Love,
Thank you for the gift of our guardian angels.
May they inspire us to do the right things in our words and actions.
We ask this through Christ our Lord.

Amen.

SCHOOL SUPERVISION

Main Entrance - Ms. Goddard

North Entrance - Mrs. Fehr

South Entrance - Mr. Sosnowski

CAFETERIA

Tuesday - Beef Quesadilla $4.50

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

OCTOBER SPIRIT WEEK: October 28^th – October 31^st

Monday: Hat Day – Pay $2 at the main office.
Tuesday: Duo Day
Wednesday: Popcorn/Candy Sale
Thursday: Costume Contest
Friday: Decade Days – 1960s

5A GIRLS VOLLEYBALL: City Final
The Sr. A Girls Volleyball team will play the Carlton Sr A Girls on Tuesday, October 22^nd at 7:00 pm at Carlton CPAC. A $5 admission/per person will be charged at the door (age 12 and under is FREE). Come on out to cheer on our team!

SOCIAL INSURANCE NUMBER (SIN) CLINIC
Services Canada is setting up a Social Insurance Number Clinic at École St Mary High School during the lunch hour on Tuesday, October 22nd (Lecture Theatre) and Wednesday, October 23^rd (Library). For processing reasons, 12yrs – 17yrs old require their original Birth Certificate while individuals who are 18 yrs+ require their original Birth Certificate and a secondary piece of ID (Health card, driver’s license etc.).

SCHOOL PHOTO RETAKE DAY

On Thursday, October 24th, Lifetouch will take photos of students wanting retakes and of students who have yet to have their photo taken. Students will be called down, by grade level, to the Conference Room, beside Mr. Bourdon's office. Students who want retakes are to bring their original proofs with them but keep their ID card, since they will not be receiving a new one.

FLU/COVID IMMUNIZATION CLINICS
The Saskatchewan Health Authority is setting up an immunization clinic at École St Mary High School on Tuesday, October 29^th from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Participants are encouraged to bring their health card.

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)

NURSING STUDENTS PRESENTATION
University nursing students will be hosting a presentation at École St Mary High School on Friday, October 25^th at 12:30 pm in the library (room 128). Students who have questions about the nursing program and/or the nursing profession are encouraged to attend. 

SASKPOLYTECH: Indigenous Information Session and Tour

Gr. 11 and Gr.12 Indigenous students are invited to the Indigenous Information Session and Tour at the Prince Albert Technical Campus on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 from 9:30 am to 1:30 pm. Transportation from École St Mary High School is provided, as is a pizza lunch. Students who are interested must register before 3:30 pm on Friday, October 25nd 2024 using the link: 

https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=ktew3fs5vE6W1gmVNKysTznzzUJgqDxOpdnl7_lY0ARURFRCVkc1SkpYVU9aQVJVSFhIQ0lLWUtLTS4u

Please see Mrs. Gibson if you have any questions.

 

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 21^st to March 6^th. 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. 

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.

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

For more information, please visit https://www.polarexpressions.ca

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 12^th – December 19^th 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

Information and instructional videos are available at https://pacsd.ca/our-students/edsby-for-students/

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

CAFETERIA

Monday - Pork Adobo & Rice $4.50

Tuesday - Beef Quesadilla $4.50

Wednesday - Chicken Strips & Wedges $4.50

Thursday - Hamburger & Fries $4.50

Friday - Alfredo Pasta with Ham $4.50