Wednesday, February 7th

DAY 2

MORNING PRAYER

St. Teresa of Calcutta (Mother Teresa) often reminded people that each of us is unique, and each has our own contribution to make. Mother Teresa often said: “I cannot do what you do, and you cannot do what I do, but together we can do something beautiful for God.” Let’s pray that each of us makes good use of our talents, and that we set out to work well with others. 

Lord,

You have enriched our lives in many ways,

and we remember with thanksgiving

all who have loved, cared for, and supported us over the years.

Show us how best to use the time and talents

 You have given each of us,

and lead us to grow in appreciation of the contribution that others make.

May your Spirit empower us to work well with others,

and bring out the best in those with whom we share our lives.

Through Christ our Lord.  

Amen 

SCHOOL SUPERVISION

Main Entrance - Mr. Joncas

North Entrance - Mr. Kirilenko
South Entrance - Mrs. Mourot

CAFETERIA

Wednesday - Crepes with Spinach Dip & French Onion Soup $4.00

 ANNOUNCEMENTS

SLC CRUSH & CANDY BAG SALES

Crush pop and candy bags will be on sale in the Commons at noon on Tuesday, February 6th and Wednesday, February 7th. Each item costs $2.00 or purchase both items for $3.00.

SLC SPIRIT WEEK: February 12^th – February 14th

Monday – Dress as Your Type Day

Tuesday – Traffic Light Day

                   Green: Looking for Love

                   Yellow: It’s Complicated

                   Red: In a Relationship/Not Interested

Wednesday – Valentine’s Day

                   Dress in pink/red

INFORMATION MEETING: Skills Canada Saskatchewan (SCS)

Do you want to boost your resumé and potentially earn a trip to Quebec City? If so, the Provincial Skills Canada Competition might be for you! Students who are skilled and/or interested in any of the following areas: Technology (Web Design, 3D Modeling and Printing, Drafting/Design) Construction/Carpentry, Automotive Repair, Cooking/Baking, Cosmetology and Public Speaking are encouraged to attend an information meeting on Wednesday, February 7^th at 12:30 pm in Room 245 (Drafting Lab). Students who are not able to attend, or have questions, should contact Mr. Thalheimer.

ÉCOLE ST MARY MODEL UN: Spring Session

There will be a Model UN meeting on Monday, February 12 at 12:30 pm in Rm 238 for any students who would like to take part in the spring session. Important information will be given about the assembly that will be held in the spring. Students who cannot attend should message Mr. Welter or Mr. Joncas. New members are always welcomed! Come and check it out!

FEBRUARY: Aboriginal Storytelling Month

For Indigenous people, storytelling is both a gift, and a very old custom, used to teach, entertain, and remember. In December 2022, the provincial government declared that February would be the official month of Indigenous storytelling. “Culturally, when the snow has hit the ground, it has been a very old custom to gather together and share stories to learn culture and language and teachings”. 

To honour this tradition, 

1) the original and translated Cree legend, “Chahkabesh and the Giant Woman” is available at https://www.pathoftheelders.com/images/docs/14x2.pdf.

2) the original and translated Cree legend, "Chahkabesh Snares the Sun" is available at https://pathoftheelders.com/images/docs/15x2.pdf

3) the original and translated Cree legend, "Chahkabesh is Swallowed by the Giant Fish" is available at https://www.pathoftheelders.com/images/docs/16x2.pdf

FEBRUARY: Black History Month

Bessie Coleman was a civil aviator. She was the first African American woman to hold a pilot’s license. She is also the earliest known Black person to earn an international pilot’s license. She performed magnificent stunts which fascinated many people, and she gained popularity in the United States and Europe. Bessie Coleman died in 1926, at only 34 years of age. During a flight, a wrench became lodged in the engine’s control gears. This caused the plane to flip. Bessie was thrown from the plane and fell about 2000 feet through the air, sadly resulting in her death. 

SASKPOLY: Indigenous Student Campus Tour

Saskatchewan Polytechnic invites Grade 11 & 12 Indigenous high school students to spend Wednesday, February 28^th from 9 am-1:30 pm with their Indigenous Strategy team for a campus tour and informational session. Students will be bussed from École St. Mary High School and will return to the school by 1:30 pm. A pizza lunch will be provided as well as a round dance at noon. Students who are interested, must sign up using the Microsoft Forms link: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=ktew3fs5vE6W1gmVNKysTznzzUJgqDxOpdnl7_lY0ARUREFDOUk3SE43WVE0SlA0MVY0STVEOTlUWS4u All registrations must be submitted by the end of the school day on Friday, February 9, 2024. Space is limited, so sign up soon!

U of R ADMISSION ON THE SPOT

Students who are interested in applying for programs at the University of Regina are encouraged to attend the Admission on the Spot event on Wednesday, February 7th from 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm at Carlton Comprehensive High School. For additional information about the event, please go to http://pa.pursueonline.com/index.php/community/

CLASS OF 2024 GRAD APPAREL

The online grad apparel online store is now open! The store will close on Saturday, February 17th.  Please expect 3-4 weeks after the store closes for completion of orders.  All clothing will be sent to SMHC for pick up. Please use the link on the Edsby message. Happy Shopping!

myBlueprint/SCOTIA BANK SCHOLARSHIPS: $3750

The Scotiabank scholarships for students age 16 – age 18 focus on four themes (Diversity, Financial Wellness, Women Future Leaders, STEM) and four regions of Canada. The Contest Period is from Monday, January 15, 2024, at 9:00:01 AM ET to Friday, May 3rd, 2024, at 11:59:59 PM ET. Upon successful completion and submission of the scholarship application, the eligible entrant will receive one (1) entry into the Contest. Only one Scholarship prize will be awarded per eligible entrant. (If an entrant submits more than one Entry, they will be disqualified.) For additional information, please go to https://education.myblueprint.ca/scotia/

CBC’s THE FIRST PAGE: Student Writing Contest

The contest involves writing the first page (300 - 400 words) of a novel set 150 years in the future, with the protagonist facing an issue that's topical today and setting the scene for how it plays out in a century and a half. This contest has two categories: Grades 7 to 9 and Grades 10 to 12. Each winner will receive a one-year subscription to OwlCrate (delivery of a monthly box with a book and book-related goodies) and the school will receive 50 free books. All shortlisted entries will be published on CBCBooks.ca. The deadline to enter is February 28, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. ET. To submit go to CBC Literary Prizes Submission Manager (submittable.com). To read the 2023 winners’ stories go to 

https://www.cbc.ca/books/the-first-page-student-writing-challenge-is-back-in-20241.4269274cmp=newsletter_CBC%20Books%20Student%20Writing%20Challenges_10751_1354495

UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO MATH CONTESTS

Grade 9-12 students have the opportunity to be challenged to solve math related problems by participating in math contests offered by the University of Waterloo. The grade 9-11 math contests will be written on February 28^th, 2024, while the grade 12 contest will be written on April 8^th, 2024. Students may practice for the math contests by using the contests from previous years. These contests can be accessed at https://www.cemc.uwaterloo.ca/contests/past_contests.html (Please be sure to choose past contests from your current grade level so that you are practicing for the correct exam: Grade 9 Pascal Contest, Grade 10 Cayley Contest, Grade 11 Fermat Contest, and Grade 12 Euclid Contest.) Students who want to compete in the math contest that applies to their grade level need to complete, by Wednesday, February 7^th, 2024, the Microsoft Forms registration available at https://forms.office.com/r/UD8P5tG41d If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Rissling in room 136.

GLOBAL PARTNERS NORTH AMERICA: Host Families Needed

Twenty-one (21) female high school students from Japan will be in Prince Albert from Tuesday, March 19th - Sunday, March 31st, 2024. Host families are needed for this time period. The students will attend classes at École St Mary High School on school days, and spend time with host families during evenings and weekends. Additional information (responsibilities of Host Families, Global Partners North America, Students) is available at http://pa.pursueonline.com/index.php/community/. If you are interested in being a host family, please contact Jeannette Eddolls: 306-960-4648 or jeannette.m@velocity.ca

U of S EARLY ADMISSIONS

Attention grade 12 students! Applications are now open for admissions to the University of Saskatchewan. Apply early to take advantage of benefits like early admission and access to scholarships. Some scholarship applications are due before the application deadline. To find information about how to apply, programs and deadlines, scholarship applications, and how to submit your documents, please go to https://admissions.usask.ca/requirements/apply.php#1Findaprogram If you have any questions, or want assistance, please see Mrs. Rapin in Student Services (office 116).

U of S SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES

Competitive Entrance Awards

Competitive Entrance Awards include numerous scholarships and bursaries that can be accessed by many students with diverse experiences. Students can be considered based on academic achievement, financial need and/or contributions to school and community life. Some awards recognize backgrounds, acknowledge contributions to certain clubs or reward achievement in music and athletics. All entering students are encouraged to apply. To be considered, students must complete an application for admission by February 15, 2024 and fill out and submit the online application for Competitive Entrance Awards by March 1, 2024 in PAWS

Guaranteed Entrance Scholarships

Students will automatically be considered for a Guaranteed Entrance Scholarship when they apply for admission. These scholarships recognize academic achievements and are awarded based on the admission average.

Student best average	Scholarship value
95%+	$3,000
93% to 94.9%	$2,000
90% to 92.9%	$1,000
85% to 89.9%	$500

For additional information, please see Mrs. Rapin or go to https://admissions.usask.ca/money/scholarships.php#top

UNIVERSITY OF REGINA SCHOLARSHIPS

Application-Required Scholarships

Students can apply for undergraduate scholarships and awards using the Student Awards Management System (SAMS). There are lots of different awards available, some that require an application and others that are automatic. Students can browse the awards as a guest or create an account when they are ready to apply!

Automatic Entrance Awards

Students must be entering directly from high school to an undergraduate degree program.

Student best average	Scholarship value
95%+	$3,000 (March 15)
93% to 94.99%	$1,500 (March 15)
90% to 92.99%	$1,000 (March 15)
Faculty of Business: 85% or higher	$1,000 (August 15)

For more information, see Mrs. Rapin or go to https://www.uregina.ca/cost-aid/funding/undergraduate-scholarships/entrance-awards/index.html

DRIVER EDUCATION 2023 - 2024

Students who are interested in the 2023 - 2024 driver education program are to register online through Microsoft Forms: 2023 - 2024 Drivers Ed Registration Form Mr. Bourdon will then place students into groups on Edsby. A reminder that spots fill up quickly, so it is important to select your three top options to best accommodate each student. 

The start dates for each session are as follows:

September 6 - 28 (after school)

October 2 - 23 (after school)

October 23 - December 7 (lunch hour)

November 1 - November 24 (after school)

December 11 - January 19 (after school)

January 31 - February 29 (after school)

March 4 - March 25 (after school)

March 4 - April 24 (lunch hour)

April 8 - April 26 (after school)

May 1 - May 23 (after school)

July 2 - July 10 summer class (9:00am - 1:00pm)

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 3:30pm and end at 5:30pm. (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

SUPPORT MENSTRUAL EQUITY INITIATIVE: Free Products

École St Mary High School has received free feminine menstrual products (pads and tampons) to support our students. Students who want these free products can go to the main office or see Mrs. Cantin in Room 115.  The initiative is a three-year partnership (Ministry of Education, the Status of Women Office, SaskBuilds, school division) created to distribute products in a cost-effective equitable and accessible manner. The initiative was established between the Ministry of Education and the Shoppers Foundation of Women's Health to provide 12 million menstrual products.

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 January/February Newsletter. (FREE "Barbie", "Oppenheimer" and "Indiana Jones" movies in January!)

KARATE CLASSES

Are you looking for a fitness and discipline activity? If yes, Prince Albert Budokai Karate is hosting its classes on Mondays and Wednesdays at 1405 Bishop Pascal Place (Elevation Academy Gym - Former Rivier). Beginners' classes are at 6 pm and advanced classes are at 7 pm. We welcome new and returning students. If you have any questions, please contact Sensei Chris Lair at 306-922-5247 or by email at chrislair@sasktel.net.

CAFETERIA

Monday - Ham & Cheese Croissant $4.00

Tuesday - Beef Dip Au Jus & French Onion Soup $4.00

Wednesday - Crepes with Spinach Dip & French Onion Soup $4.00

Thursday - CLOSED 

Friday - Quiche (Bacon Cheddar) $4.00