Tuesday, December 15th

DAY 1

MORNING PRAYER 

Third Week of Advent

Today’s reading from the prophet Isaiah came during a joyful time for the people of Judah. 

It was a time when they were able to return to Jerusalem after many years in exile.

Isaiah 40:9-11

Dearest God, 

You are the shepherd. We are your flock. We hear your voice and know you are near. 

Bless us. Be our guide. Protect us. Comfort us. Stay by our side.

 Lord, your love holds us close and leads us day by day. 

Let us always hear your voice and follow it. 

We pray.

Amen

CAFETERIA  

Hamburger Casserole $2.50

Sandwiches (roast beef, chicken, ham, egg salad, tuna, salmon) $1.00
Salad (tossed greens with half an egg) $1.00

Soup $0.75

Bag of Veggies/Fruit $0.50

Yogurt Parfait $1.00

Yogurt/Pudding/Jello $0.50

Cookies $ 0.50

Juice/Coffee/Hot Chocolate $0.50

AFTER-SCHOOL SUPERVISION

Main Entrance - Ms. Shatilla
North Entrance - Mr. Sosnowski
South Entrance - Mrs. Stewart

SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS 

ELF SHOP & ELF MANICURES

This year the Functionally Integrated Students have been very busy stocking and setting up an Elf Shop! If you are looking for homemade Christmas ornaments, bags of gift tags, or other Christmas gifts, please feel free to come on over and visit room 134. We are always open, especially at noon and during breaks.  We are also offering Elf manicure to anyone for a donation. Just drop by room 134 and make an appointment. Proceeds will go to an activity for the Functionally Integrated Elves. 

MOCK TRIAL MEETING 

There will be a meeting for all Mock Trial participants on Tuesday December 15th at 12:30 p.m. in room 246. At this meeting, participants will be given their role and their booklets of information for the case. We will also answer all question you may have.

AUDITIONS FOR A SECOND MOCK TRIAL TEAM 

Auditions will be on Wednesday,  December 16th at lunch in Room 238.  There is a sign-up sheet on door of room 238. Please see Mrs. McLeod if you have any questions.

"GODSPELL" MUSICAL AUDITIONS 

Anyone interested in auditioning for this year’s musical, "Godspell" is encouraged to attend an important information meeting on Tuesday, December 15th at 12:45 p.m. in the Lecture Theatre. Please see Mr. Van Otterloo if you are unable to attend the meeting.

SLC CHRISTMAS WEEK  

Tuesday, December 15
Ugly Christmas Sweater Day 
Candy grams sales begin at lunch for a $1 a candy cane 

The proceeds will go to the Syrian refugees arriving in Prince Albert.

Wednesday, December 16
Santa Hat Day $2 with the proceeds going to the Syrian refugees 
Christmas Bake Sale with the proceeds going to the Children's Haven 
Selling candy grams at lunch.

Thursday, December 17 
Candy grams to be handed out during Period 4
Judging of doors announced on Thursday 

Friday, December 18
Lazy Day (sweats, pj's) Winner of door decorating gets hot chocolate and marshmallows during Period 1

FORUM FOR YOUNG CANADIANS

Forum brings students to Ottawa and immerses them in national politics and public affairs. If you are interested in joining hundreds of other high school students for a one-week stay in Ottawa on Parliament Hill, please see Mrs. Rapin in Student Services for more information and application forms or go to www.forum.ca.

ENCOUNTERS WITH CANADA

This is Canada’s largest youth forum. Students ages 14-17 attend week-long sessions in Ottawa. See Mrs. Rapin in Student Services for more information on session themes and upcoming dates.

SCHULICH LEADER SCHOLARSHIP ($80,000)
Any Grade 12 student who is planning to attend university in the fall of 2016 and will be studying in the area of Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics, may be interested in being nominated for the Schulich Leader Scholarship. Please see Mrs. Rapin in student services by or before Friday, January 8^th, 2016 if you are interested in being nominated. For more information go to www.schulichleaders.com

TERRY FOX HUMANITARIAN AWARD

This award recognizes humanitarian volunteer work. Students must demonstrate a strong performance in academics and volunteerism. Application deadline is February 1^st, 2016. Application forms are available on line at www.terryfoxawards.ca

RE/MAX QUEST FOR EXCELLENCE

Re/Max is offering sixteen $1000 bursaries to Grade 12 students in Western Canada. Students are to submit an online essay that conveys the contributions they have made to their communities: Have you led a group of volunteers, raised funds for a worthwhile cause, helped special needs children or cared for seniors? The 2014 Quest for Excellence Program deadline is March 14^th, 2016. Please see a counselor in Student Services for more information or go to www.remax-western.ca/quest-excellence

U of S: COMPETITIVE ENTRANCE AWARDS

Students who have applied to the U of S may begin to apply online for Competitive Entrance Awards. Please see a counselor in Student Services if you have any questions or you need assistance. The deadline to apply for Competitive Entrance Awards is March 1, 2016.

THE SASKATCHEWAN AGRICULTURE STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP

This year’s theme is “Stewards in Sustainability”. One winning scholarship valued at $4,000 and three runner-up scholarships valued at $2,000 will be awarded to students enrolling in an agriculture-related post-secondary program in fall 2016. Applications must be submitted by March 1^st, 2016. Please see Mrs. Rapin in Student Services for more information. 

U of R SCHOLARSHIPS AND BURSARIES

Entrance awards and scholarship information can be found at www.uregina.ca/safa/awards/Entrance_Awards The awards application deadline is March 15^th, 2016.  

SIAST ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIPS

For entrance scholarship details go to http://saskpolytech.ca/admissions/resources/scholarships-and-awards.aspx

U of S DEADLINE TO APPLY FOR ADMISSIONS

Grade 12 students interested in applying to Arts and Science, Education, Edwards School of Business, Engineering, and Kinesiology must apply by February 15^th, 2016.

HIGH-DEMAND PROGRAMS AT SIAST

The application period for high-demand programs is October 1^st, 2015 - February 15^th, 2016. Go to gosiast.com for information on high-demand programs or see a counselor in Student Services.

U of R FACULTY OF EDUCATION
Applications are now available. The application deadline is March 1^st, 2016. Please see a counselor in Student Services for more information or go to http://education.uregina.ca

SIAST/U of R NURSING DEGREE PROGRAM

Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program is offered jointly by SIAST and the University of Regina. Students interested in applying for September 2016 may apply NOW! For more information and application forms see a counselor in Student Services or go to: http://sasknursingdegree.ca/

U of S: ST. THOMAS MORE COLLEGE

St. Thomas More College (STM) is a Catholic liberal arts college that is federated with the University of Saskatchewan. Their students are U of S Arts & Science students and STM students at the same time. Their classes are U of S credit classes. Go to www.stmcollege.ca click on prospective students for more information. Each year at the St. Mary High School Commencement Exercises ONE St. Mary High School graduate that has registered through STM is eligible for the Les and Irene Dube Service & Justice Scholarship valued at $2,000.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

COATS FOR KIDS
The Prince Albert Knights of Columbus along with the R.C.M.P. will be working together collecting gently used (or new) coats, ski pants, toques/hats, mitts, scarves, etc. for children ages 2-12 years of age living in Saskatchewan northern communities. Donations can be brought to any Catholic Church in Prince Albert or to St. Mary High School until the middle of November. Cash $$ donations will be accepted as well to be used in purchasing outer-wear for a greater number of children. Mr. Corcoran in Room 227 will collect any donations from our School Community.

WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS

GLEE CLUB/CHORAL 
Glee Club rehearsals are scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 8:15 a.m. and Wednesday at 12:25 p.m.

JAZZ BAND
Wednesday at 3:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY SUPPER STUDY
Students are invited to go to the library after school to receive additional teacher support. As well, a supper is served at 5:00 p.m.

BOARD GAME CLUB
Tuesday and Thursday at 12:30 p.m. in the Community Room.

ART CLUB
Wednesday after school until 5:00 p.m. in the Art Room. If you enjoy making art, drawing or would like to learn a new medium, come on out. Everyone is welcome!

SUNDAY SERVICES

Sacred Heart Cathedral

Sunday - 8:00 a.m.; 9:30 a.m. (French); 11:00 a.m.

Weekdays - 12:10 p.m. (Check with the office to confirm.)

St. Michael Church
Sunday - 9:30 a.m.
St. Joseph Church

Saturday - 7:30 p.m

Sunday - 10:00 a.m.; 7:30 p.m.

Weekdays - 7:00 p.m. (Check with office to confirm.)

St. Mark Church

Sunday - 11:00 a.m.

St. George Byzantine Ukrainian Catholic Church

Sunday - Divine Liturgy 10:00 a.m.

St. James Church (Albertville)

Sunday - 9:00 a.m.

Wednesday - 7:00 p.m.

Our Lady of Czestochowa

Sunday - 9:00 a.m.

Friday Devotions - 7:00 p.m. (with Adoration until 11:00 p.m.)

CAFETERIA MENU

Monday - Ginger Chicken $2.50

Tuesday - Hamburger Casserole $2.50

Wednesday - Pizza Bun $2.00 

Thursday - Turkey Lunch $3.00  

Friday - Surprise Special $2.00