DAY 2
MORNING PRAYER
Loving God,
As we enter this Lenten time,
help us to embrace fasting, prayer, and giving.
As we seek to Encounter Christ this Lenten Season,
so that we don’t only do what is best for us,
Thank you for the time of Lent
to help us to reflect on how we are loving You
and loving each other.
Through Christ our Lord.
As we enter this Lenten time,
help us to embrace fasting, prayer, and giving.
As we seek to Encounter Christ this Lenten Season,
so that we don’t only do what is best for us,
Thank you for the time of Lent
to help us to reflect on how we are loving You
and loving each other.
Through Christ our Lord.
Amen
SCHOOL SUPERVISION
Main Entrance - Mrs. Nelson
North Entrance - Mr. Seto/Mrs. Morhart
South Entrance - Mrs. Rissling
South Entrance - Mrs. Rissling
CAFETERIA
Tuesday - NO LUNCH
ANNOUNCEMENTS
BADMINTON INFORMATION SESSION & SIGN-UP
Badminton season will begin next week with weekly league nights every Tuesday from 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm. Students who are interested in playing badminton this year are invited to sign up using the link 2024 Badminton Sign Up Students who are not able to complete the registration, or want additional information are encouraged to contact Mr. Bourdon. As well, there will be an information session on Thursday, March 7th in the Small Gym at 12:30 pm.
Badminton season will begin next week with weekly league nights every Tuesday from 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm. Students who are interested in playing badminton this year are invited to sign up using the link 2024 Badminton Sign Up Students who are not able to complete the registration, or want additional information are encouraged to contact Mr. Bourdon. As well, there will be an information session on Thursday, March 7th in the Small Gym at 12:30 pm.
CACERMDI: National Essay & Quiz Competition
The Canadian Centre for Raw Materials Display Inc. (CACERMDI) National Essay and Quiz Competition offers students
aged 15-18 years an opportunity to learn about the raw resources in Saskatchewan, Alberta and Manitoba and then showcase their writing skills and knowledge. The top three finalists receive cash
prizes ($500 and essay publication, $200, $100), and the top seven finalists receive recognition as the CACERMDI Young Person of the Year 2024. To enter, students must write an English-language essay (1,000 word limit and citations) and then email the essay (PDF or Word document form), as well as their name, age, and contact information to cacermdi@gmail.com. The
deadline to submit essay entries is Friday, March 29th. The top
seven finalists will then be contacted on Monday, April 8th to participate
in the quiz competition. For additional
information, please visit BNN Breaking News
and the Prince Albert Daily Herald. As well, CACERMDI will have an information table in the Commons on Thursday, March 7th.
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 March/April Newsletter.
ST. JOSEPH PARISH NEWSLETTER
The connection between School, Church and Home is extremely important. To view the latest St Joseph Parish newsletter, please go to http://pa.pursueonline.com/index.php/community/
SUNTEP OPEN HOUSE
Students who are of Mètis or First Nations ancestry and interested in a career in teaching are encouraged to attend the SUNTEP Open House at 48-12th Street East on Tuesday, March 5th from 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm. For additional information, call 306-764-1797.
WESTERN INSPIRATIONAL BURSARY AWARD
The Western Inspirational Bursary Award is for a graduating high school student served by a Western Financial Group or its affiliates location. This bursary award is not a scholarship for high academic achievement. It is a character award that aims to recognize the students in our communities who have overcome various adversities, including mental health, physical disability, discrimination, financial hardship, or family issues. Despite these challenges, these students have demonstrated kindness, determination, and courage to graduate high school and continue their education through post-secondary institutions, trade schools, online courses, or the military. The successful applicant from École St. Mary High School will have their name submitted to the Western Financial Group, who will then review all applicants and select a winner within Prince Albert. The deadline to apply is Wednesday, March 6, 2024. Please see Ms. McLeod if you have any questions. To apply, use the link to the application form.
ÉCOLE ST MARY OPEN HOUSE
Students and staff are encouraged to invite families to attend the École St Mary Open House on Thursday, March 7th from 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm. The doors will be open at 6:30 pm.
QUEEN’S DIAMOND JUBILEE SCHOLARSHIP: Grade 12
The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Scholarship ($1000) is awarded to six Grade 12 students who will be attending a post-secondary institution in the fall. Four student qualities will be considered: school and/or community-based leadership, responsibilities outside of school, financial support needed and academic performance. École St. Mary High School can nominate one candidate. Please provide a list of school/community-based leadership, responsibilities outside of school, and a statement about financial need to Mrs. Rapin in Student Services by Friday, March 8th to be considered for nomination. The application deadline is Friday, March 15, 2024. For additional information, please visit https://communityeducation.ca/scholarships/
PRINCE OF WALES & DUCHESS OF CORNWALL SCHOLARSHIPS: Gr 11
The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall Scholarship ($500) is awarded to a Grade 11 student to assist in finishing their Grade 12 school year. Four student qualities will be considered: school and/or community-based leadership, responsibilities outside of school, financial support needed and academic performance. École St. Mary High School can nominate one candidate and nomination is competitive. Please provide a list of school/community-based leadership, responsibilities outside of school, and a statement about financial need to Mrs. Rapin in Student Services by Friday, March 8th to be considered for nomination. The application deadline is March 15, 2024. For additional information, please visit https://communityeducation.ca/scholarships/
PRYTULA CHARPENTIER FOUNDATION: Music
PRYTULA CHARPENTIER FOUNDATION: French
The Charpentier École St. Mary High School University French Entrance Scholarship is a $2,000.00 scholarship and will be awarded to one student who: is a French immersion student that has exhibited outstanding academic achievement and is attending a post-secondary institute in the fall of 2024 to study French. Proof of acceptance (letter, email) into a post-secondary program must be submitted, and a digital photo must be emailed to mcleod@pacsd.ca The digital photo must be a high-resolution digital photo (2-4 megabyte JPG, not PNG) of the applicant doing an activity (sports, dance, volunteering etc.). Please do not copy the JPG onto a word document, use a JPG sent in a text message, or use a JPG sent in an email with other photos, since these scenarios compress the size of the JPG. If you have any questions, see Ms. McLeod or email her at lydia.mcleod@pacsd.ca. The deadline to apply is Monday, March 18, 2024. The link to the application form is https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=ktew3fs5vE6W1gmVNKysT6vocE7fn19DkR5uT6YzcyBUNElTVUVIOFIxTDlXQ0RPRUczWldOM0RGTi4u
PRYTULA CHARPENTIER FOUNDATION: FNIM
The Mark Phaneuf First Nation, Inuit and Métis (FNIM) École St. Mary High School University Entrance Scholarship, sponsored by the Prytula Charpentier Foundation, and First Nations Insurance Services Limited Partnership is for self-declared First Nation, Inuit and Métis students who: will be attending a post-secondary institute in the Fall of 2024, has exhibited outstanding participation in the École St. Mary High School extra-curricular activities and academic achievement. In addition, priority may be given to those who demonstrate financial need. The successful applicant(s) will receive a $2,000.00 scholarship. Proof of acceptance (letter, email) into a post-secondary program must be submitted, and a digital photo must be emailed to mcleod@pacsd.ca . The digital photo must be a high-resolution digital photo (2-4 megabyte JPG, not PNG) of the applicant doing an activity (sports, dance, volunteering etc.). Please do not copy the JPG onto a word document, use a JPG sent in a text message, or use a JPG sent in an email with other photos, since these scenarios compress the size of the JPG. If you have any questions, see Ms. McLeod or email her at lydia.mcleod@pacsd.ca. The deadline to apply is Monday, March 18, 2024. The link to the application form is https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=ktew3fs5vE6W1gmVNKysT6vocE7fn19DkR5uT6YzcyBUNElTVUVIOFIxTDlXQ0RPRUczWldOM0RGTi4u
PRYTULA CHARPENTIER FOUNDATION: Contribution, Need, Academic
The Alex Prytula Scholarship is a $2000.00 scholarship that will be presented to a male and a female student. The criteria for the award is as follows: outstanding contributions, financial need, and academics. Proof of acceptance (letter, email) into a post-secondary program must be submitted, and a digital photo must be emailed to mcleod@pacsd.ca . The digital photo must be a high-resolution digital photo (2-4 megabyte JPG, not PNG) of the applicant doing an activity (sports, dance, volunteering etc.). Please do not copy the JPG onto a word document, use a JPG sent in a text message, or use a JPG sent in an email with other photos, since these scenarios compress the size of the JPG. If you have any questions, see Ms. McLeod or email her at lydia.mcleod@pacsd.ca. The deadline to apply is Monday, March 18, 2024. The link to the application form is https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=ktew3fs5vE6W1gmVNKysT6vocE7fn19DkR5uT6YzcyBUNElTVUVIOFIxTDlXQ0RPRUczWldOM0RGTi4u
JUNIOR CITIZEN OF THE YEAR AWARD: $3000
The Junior Citizen of the Year Award has honoured the youth of Saskatchewan for over 40 years. The program is sponsored by The Saskatchewan Weekly Newspapers Association, in partnership with SaskPower, and the Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan. These prestigious awards are given to students who:
- Have a positive lifestyle
- Are dedicated to community and school
- Have a strong sense of caring and responsibility
- Have the ability to overcome life’s challenges
- Inspire others
- Are between ages 8 to 18
Four award recipients are chosen each year and receive a $3,000 bursary, provided by SaskPower, to be used for post-secondary education. For more information, please go to https://swna.com/junior-citizen-of-the-year/. The deadline for nominations is March 31st, 2024.
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/
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 session are as follows:
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
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 - Pancakes & Sausage OR
Chicken Cordon Bleu & Spring Mix Salad $4.00
Tuesday - NO LUNCH
Wednesday - Chicken Teriyaki Rice Bowl $4.00
Thursday - Ginger Beef Rice Bowl $4.00
Friday - Alfredo Pasta $3.50
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