Friday, December 9th

DAY 1

MORNING PRAYER 

Second Week in Advent

All of us are being sought out by the Teacher 
who wants to help us resume our journey. 
The Lord goes in search of us; 
to all of us he stretches out a helping hand. 
Help me to be quick to offer my heart and soul, 
full of trust in your forgiveness, in response to your outstretched hand. 
Amen  

CAFETERIA  
Pork Cutlet OR Veal Cordon Swiss & Rotini Salad $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 - Mrs. Rapin
North Entrance -  Ms. Richards
South Entrance - Mrs. Rissling

MARAUDER SPORTS

Girls Basketball

Senior A: Dec. 9 - Game in Saskatoon at 9:30 a.m.
Senior B: Dec. 9/10 - Home Tournament

Boys Basketball

Senior A: Dec 9/10 - Tournament at Centennial in Saskatoon 

SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS 

FAMILY CURLING BONSPIEL

There will be a family curling bonspiel Friday, December 9th at the PA Golf & Curling Club at 7 p.m. Students, staff and their family members are encouraged to come curl with us. No membership or skills are required. If you are interested, please come at 6:45 p.m. at the PAGCC rink so we can make up teams or contact Mr. Quintal or Mr. Joncas for more details.

TERRY FOX HUMANITARIAN AWARD
The Terry Fox Humanitarian Award ($28,000 dispersed over four years) is open to students of all abilities who are pursuing a degree or diploma at a Canadian post-secondary institution. Recipients are selected for their dedication to the humanitarian ideals of Terry Fox to improve human welfare, make a difference, and have a positive impact on community and others, their courage in overcoming obstacles (physical, financial, etc.), and definite marks of distinction and persistence in the pursuit of excellence in academic, athletic, and civic life. The application deadline is February 1^st, 2016. Additional information and application forms are available at www.terryfoxawards.ca

ST MARY HIGH SCHOOL CHRISTMAS CONCERT
Band and Glee students will be sharing their musical talents on Friday, December 16th at 7;00 p.m. in the Lecture Theatre. Admission is $5. Students age 12 and under are free. Baking and refreshments will be sold after the concert.

MOCK TRIAL

The sign up sheet for interviews is now on the door of Room 246. TODAY is the last day of interviews. See Mr. Gervais or Mrs. Daniel Minier for more information.

MOCK TRIAL B TEAM

To sign up for the Mock Trial B team, see Mrs. Bernier in Room 203 or Mr. Ogrodnick in Room B14 before Wednesday, December 14th.

UPSTAGE PRODUCTIONS

For anyone interested in being onstage for the musical this year, there will be an information meeting Thursday, December 8th at 12:45 p.m. in the Lecture Theatre.  Audition packages will be given out at the meeting.  If you cannot attend the meeting, please see Mr. Van Otterloo.

FAITH FORMATION FOOD BANK DRIVE 

Please donate any non-perishable food items to your homeroom teacher for collection.  If you have any questions, please see Mr. Joy.

SCHULICH LEADER SCHOLARSHIP NOMINEE 

The Schulich Leader Scholarship is a prestigious entrance scholarship awarded to a high school graduate enrolling in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) program at partner universities. The nominated student has the opportunity to win a $100,000 or $80,000 scholarship. The criteria includes: academic excellence, leadership, and financial need.  Any students interested in being the St. Mary Nominee for the Schulich Leader Scholarship can see Mrs. Rapin in Student Services before Friday, January 13, 2017. For more information go to www.schulichleaders.com 

U of R: COLLEGE OF EDUCATION

Students applying to the College of Education must select the Teacher Education Application Profile (TEAP) when starting the online application process. Students can review the TEAP before completing the online application at http://www.uregina.ca/education/future-students/how-to-apply.html. The deadline to apply to the College of Education is March 1^st 2017.

U OF R: COLLEGE OF NURSING

High School students who are interested in applying to the College of Nursing must do so at the Saskatchewan Polytechnic website at http://www.sasknursingdegree.ca/scbscn/apply-now/. The deadline to apply to the College of Nursing is February 15^th, 2017.

U OF S: BEST & BRIGHTEST SCHOLARSHIPS AND CIRCLE OF HONOUR AWARDS

High-achieving students are encouraged to apply for Best and Brightest Entrance Scholarships, the highest-valued, renewable scholarships worth up to $40,000, which are awarded to recognize academic excellence and community engagement. Included in these awards are five that are specifically designated for Aboriginal students, known as the Circle of Honour Awards. To be considered, students must apply for admission by December 1st and submit their scholarship application through their PAWS account by December 15th. Information about calculating an admission average, and required subjects by program is available at the U of S website.

EARLY ADMISSION TO U OF S FOR 2017-2018

December 1 is the deadline to apply for early admission to programs in the Edwards School of Business, the College of Engineering and the College of Kinesiology. By December 1, applicants must submit the online application for admission and application fee, an up-to-date transcript, an official timetable or class schedule listing all classes they will be completing, and proof of English proficiency, if required. Within 2-3 business days after applying for admission, each applicant will receive a Network Services ID (NSID) and password to access PAWS, the web portal of the uSask, where the student can check the status of the applications and also apply for awards. The deadline to apply for Regular Admission to U of S for 2017-2018 is February 15^th, 2017. Information about calculation of the admission average, and the required subjects by program is available at the U of S website.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

PRINCE ALBERT WRESTLING CLUB 

The practice schedule is Sunday from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. and Tuesday and Wednesday from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Riverside School. See Ms. Richards in Room 128 for information.

WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS

CURLING INTRAMURALS

Curling intramurals will be held every Tuesday, until Christmas Break, after school at PA Golf & Curling Club from 3:45 p.m. until 4:45 p.m. Students who need a ride for curling are to meet at the glass wall in front of the main gym right after school.

WRESTLING PRACTICE
Practices will be Monday, Wednesday and Thursday at 3:30 pm.  See Ms. Richards in Room 128 if you have any questions.

OPEN SHOP FOR PAA STUDENTS

Students who are currently taking PAA classes that involve construction or drafting are invited to use the shop equipment, under teacher supervision, during lunch hours every Monday - Thursday. Please contact Mr. Thalheimer or Mr. Welter for more information.

ART CLUB
Art Club meets every Wednesday from 3:30 p.m.- 5:00 p.m in the Art Room (B18). Everyone is welcome to attend. Come on out to make some great art! 

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
Rehearsals are Wednesday at 3:30 p.m. in the band room.

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.

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 - Hamburger $2.00 

Tuesday - Chicken Fried Rice & Spring Rolls $2.50

Wednesday - Chili & a Biscuit $2.00 

Thursday - Chicken Quesadilla & Caesar Salad $2.00  

Friday - Pork Cutlet OR Veal Cordon Swiss & Rotini Salad $2.50