Wednesday, September 4th

DAY 2

MORNING PRAYER

Yesterday was the Feast day of St. Gregory the Great. St. Gregory lived in Rome during a period of wars, invasions by hostile tribes, famine, and destruction. Yet, despite the trying times of his day, St. Gregory found a way to be generous and concerned for the poor. He also converted his family estate in Rome into the Abbey of St. Andrew, became a monk there, and founded six Benedictine monasteries on his estates in Sicily. Due to his life of service and devotion to God, Gregory was acclaimed pope by the clergy and the people of Rome in 590 AD. His achievements were many and had a widespread effect, but Gregory became a saint because of his love for God, which was reflected in all that he did. We celebrate Saint Gregory the Great’s feast day on September third.

Father, 

You guide your people with kindness and govern us with love. 

By the prayers of Saint Gregory, 

give the spirit of wisdom to those you have called to lead your Church. 

May growth of your people in holiness 

be the eternal joy of your shepherds.

Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, 

who lives and reigns with you 

in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. 

Amen

SCHOOL SUPERVISION

Main Entrance - Mr. Phalen

North Entrance - Mr. Kirilenko

South Entrance - Mme. Martin

CAFETERIA

Wednesday - Beef Nachos $4.00

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

JAZZ BAND MEETING
Anyone interested in playing in jazz band should come to the music room on Friday, September 6th at 12:15 pm. This will be a meeting only - no instruments are required. Rehearsals will begin next week on Wednesdays after school and Fridays at lunch.

BOYS SOCCER MEETING
There will be a meeting on Wednesday, September 4th (today) at 12:14 pm in room 209 for everyone interested in playing on the boys soccer team this season.

GIRLS SOCCER: Sign Up & Practice
Grade 9-12 girls who are interested in playing soccer this year need to sign up by Friday, September 6th by using the QR code below or see Mrs. Zurakowski in Rm B24 or the main gym. The first practice is Monday, September 9th at 3:45 p.m. at the St Mary Soccer Pitch. Students must have soccer cleats and shin pads to practice/play. To register, scan the QR code.

CROSS COUNTRY RUNNING MEETING
There will be a sign-up meeting for Cross Country in room 244 on Thursday, September 5^th at 12:30 pm. If you are interested in joining, please be sure to attend this meeting. No experience is required! If you are interested in joining our cross country team but cannot attend the meeting, please speak to Ms. Vermette in Rm 244. 

SMHS MARAUDER FOOTBALL PROGRAM

École St Mary High School offers both senior and junior football programs and is looking for enthusiastic students to join us for the upcoming season! Signup/Practice will be held on Tuesday, September 3rd, and Wednesday, September 4th, (3:30 pm - 5:00 pm for juniors and 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm for seniors). *Students who are interested in playing must go to football locker room located in the basement after school on Tuesday, September 3^rd . Equipment is provided for all athletes, but please bring your own water bottle. Students who are unable to attend the sign-up sessions, but still want to join the team, are to speak to Mr. Hundeby or Mr. Bourdon. 

VOLLEYBALL TRYOUTS: Grade 9-12

Wednesday September 4th 
3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Grade 9/10 Girls
5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Grade 11/12 Girls
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Grade 9/10 Boys
8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Grade 11/12 Boys
* Please arrive 20 minutes early for registration for the 5:00 p.m., 6:30 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. sessions. 

Thursday September 5th
Times to be determined at Wednesday's tryouts

CHORAL 10/20/30 & CHOIR MEETING
Students who are enrolled in Choral 10/20/30 or are interested in joining the École St Mary High School choir are to attend a meeting  on Thursday, September 5 at 8 am in the Band Room which is across from the Lecture Theatre.

UPSTAGE PRODUCTIONS: General Meeting
Any students who are interested in participating back stage or on stage for the winter play and/or spring musical are invited to attend a meeting on Friday, September 6^th at 12:35 pm in the Lecture Theatre. 

MODEL UNITED NATIONS: Information Meeting 

The SMHS Model UN club will be hosting a sign-up and information meeting on Monday, September 9th at 12:30 pm in Rm 238. If you have any interest in current events, history, social studies, and world politics, or if you love researching and debating this might be for you!  All students who are interested can attend the meeting. No previous experience or teams needed!  If you have any questions, please see Mr. Joncas, Mrs. Morhart, Mr. Welter, or Ms. S. Gareau if you need any information! 

ODYSSEY PRODUCTIONS INC.: Talent Needed 

Odyssey Productions Inc.'s Gabriel Dumont's Wild West Show is looking for talents for their show on Sunday, September 8th and Monday, September 9th. If you sing, speak French, Cree, Michif, or if you are an indigenous dancer this could be for you! If you are interested, please message Odyssey Productions Inc. on their Facebook page. 

VOLLEYBALL OFFICIALS CLINICS

There are two opportunities to get some experience as a volleyball official.  First you can attend a free online clinic on Tuesday, September 10th from 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm. Second, you can attend an in-person clinic on Thursday, September 12th beginning at 6:00 pm at Carlton School.  If you would like information on either of these opportunities, please stop by room 144 and speak with Mr. Noble or message him on Edsby. 

BECOMING A SOCCER OFFICIAL

Anyone who is interested in officiating soccer this year is encouraged to go to https://www.sasksoccer.com/content/i-want-to-referee for information about clinics and resources. If you have any questions, please see Mr. Noble in room 144 or message him on Edsby. 

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!

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. 

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 - No Classes

Tuesday - Chicken Burger & Fries $4.00

Wednesday - Beef Nachos $4.00

Thursday - Chicken Bacon Ranch Wrap $4.00

Friday - Chicken Pesto Pasta $4.00