DAY 2
MORNING PRAYER
Today,
we offer our school prayer of thanksgiving. Let us make sure we are always
aware of the gifts God gives us and express our gratitude to Him!
Lord,
We
thank You for the goodness of our people
and for the spirit of justice that
fills this nation.
We thank You for the beauty and fullness of the land
and the
challenge of the cities.
We
thank You for our work and our rest,
for one another, and for our homes.
We
thank You, Lord: accept our thanksgiving on this day.
We pray
and give thanks,
through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen
SCHOOL SUPERVISION
Main Entrance - Mlle Goddard
North Entrance - Ms. Richards
South Entrance - Mrs. Philp
CAFETERIA
Friday - Honey Garlic Meatballs, Rice & Veggies $4.50
PLAINS CREE "WORD OF THE DAY"
SWEATER
Spelling and Pronunciation link: "SWEATER" in Cree
ANNOUNCEMENTS
WINDSCRIPT
MAGAZINE: High School Writing
All Saskatchewan
high school students are invited to submit poetry or prose (fiction
and creative non-fiction) for a chance to be featured in Windscript
Vol. 43, 2027. To assist students
with the Windscript submission process, there is a Windscript
Workbook which provides visual examples, best tips, and insights into the
editing process: CLICK HERE FOR the windscript workbook PDF
For important rules and guidelines, please visit https://skwriter.com/programs-and-services/publications/windscript The deadline to
submit is Thursday, December 10th.
MODEL UN MEETING
There will be a
Model UN meeting on Monday, October 19th at 12:30 pm in Rm 238. New people are always welcome!
SR. BOYS FOOTBALL
The Sr. Boys Football team will play against Lloydminster on Friday, October 16th at 6:30 pm at Prime Ministers Park. Bring your school spirit (and blankets) to cheer on the team!
UNIVERSITY OF REGINA: Fall Open House
📅Date: Friday, October 16
🕐Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
📍Location: Centre for Kinesiology, Health, and Sport (CKHS) at U of R
For more information, and to register, go to Fall Open House | University of Regina
PRINCE ALBERT PUBLIC LIBRARY
A representative from the Prince Albert Public Library will be at École St. Mary High School on Thursday, October 22nd from 11 am - 2:00 pm. in the Commons. Stop by to get a FREE public library card and gain access to thousands of digital and hard copy/print books (fiction, non-fiction, graphics), magazines, movies, and songs, as well as numerous resources (crafts, cooking and computer coding etc.) For detailed information, go to https://princealbertlibrary.ca/
PA PUBLIC LIBRARY: Transparent Language Online
With over 100 languages to choose from (aboriginal languages, ESL programs, American Sign Language etc.) Transparent Language Online is a simple and effective way to learn a new language from the comfort of your own home. Available for desktop or mobile. (A Public Library card is required.) Please see the Information Desk at the public library for a handout on how to download the Transparent Language Online mobile app for Android or iOS.
PA PUBLIC LIBRARY: Fiero Code
Fiero Code is a web-based computer-programming education resource. Learn how to code using Code Blocks, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python, SQL, and much more. This educational resource will teach users how to create video games, apps, websites, animations, programs, etc. Fiero Code provides courses, tutorial videos, contest events, and more. From beginner to advanced, there is something for everyone with Fiero Code! (A Public Library Card is required.)
GRAD 2027 CLOTHING STORE
The 2027 Grad clothing store is now open! Show your school spirit and celebrate your graduating year by ordering your grad gear. Please check out the available clothing options and make sure to submit your order by Wednesday, November 18th. All orders will be put into production after the closing date and pick up will be at St. Mary. In January there will be another opportunity to order clothing. Please order by using the link on Edsby, and contact Mrs. Tammy Cantin if you have any questions.
GRADE 11: Prince of Wales & Duchess of Cornwall Scholarship
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 Mr. Quintal in Student Services by Monday, March 8, 2027 to be considered for nomination. The scholarship application deadline is Monday, March 15th, 2027. For additional information, please visit Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Scholarship | Scholarships and Bursaries for Post-Secondary Education | Government of Saskatchewan
GRADE 12: Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Scholarship
The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Scholarship ($1000) is awarded to a Grade 12 student 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 and nomination is competitive. Please provide a list of school/community-based leadership, responsibilities outside of school, and a statement about financial need to Mr. Quintal in Student Services by Monday, March 8, 2027 to be considered for nomination. The scholarship application deadline is Monday, March 15th, 2027. For additional information, please visit Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Scholarship | Scholarships and Bursaries for Post-Secondary Education | Government of Saskatchewan
HOUSE OF COMMONS PAGE PROGRAM
Pages are first-year post-secondary students who work part-time at the House of Commons. They provide important services to Members of Parliament in the Chamber and participate in special events around Parliament Hill. This is an opportunity for students to gain professional experience in a unique setting, advance their academic and career goals, and create lasting connections and memories. Applicants must meet the following requirements:
· be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident;
· be starting full-time or part-time post-secondary studies in September 2027 at one of the eligible post-secondary institutions in the National Capital Region;
· be willing to reside in the National Capital Region during their year of employment; and
· be able to communicate fluently in both official languages.
All the details are available at ourcommons.ca/page. The deadline to submit an online application is Sunday, November 8, 2026.
ÉCOLE ST MARY CLOTHING
Show your school spirit with some École St. Mary clothing! This is a great opportunity to grab some school gear for yourself or as a gift. Place your orders by Sunday, November 8th and clothing will be delivered to Northstar Trophy and Screen Printing by December 7th for pick up. To order, use the password and link on Edsby.
October is Free Application Month for Indigenous students! During this time, applicants can apply free of charge by entering the promotional code INDIGOCT2026 when submitting their application. For more information go to Free Application Month for Indigenous Students | University of Regina To apply, go to Apply to the U of R | University of Regina .
LORAN SCHOLARSHIP
The Loran Foundation is seeking students who distinguish themselves through their strength of character, commitment to service, and an intrinsic sense of values-driven leadership. Loran Scholars benefit from a four-year leadership enrichment program, financial support for their undergraduate studies, national and international experiential learning opportunities, and a long-term supportive community of peers and mentors, including business and community leaders. In addition to naming up to 36 Loran Scholars, the Loran Foundation will also allocate more than $500,000 in additional one-time awards to up to 54 Loran Finalists and 70 Loran Provincial and Territorial recipients. Students can apply at apply.loranscholar.ca. They may also review what sets Loran Scholars apart, how to apply, and check out a sample application form ahead of applying. All eligible students are welcome to apply by completing the written and video application, uploading a transcript, and naming a referee. Ultimately, it is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure that both the candidate and the referee have sufficient time to complete their online form by noon ET on October 15th, 2027. If a student's application or reference form is not completed by then, that application will not be considered.
STUDENTSCHOLARSHIPS.ORG OCTOBER 2026 NEWSLETTER
Students are encouraged to view the scholarships (including the Loran Scholarship) that are available at the following link:
KIDS CLOTHING & TOY SALE: Saturday, October 24th
PA COMMUNITY BASKETBALL
PRINCE ALBERT PUBLIC LIBRARY: Movies
SCHULICH LEADER SCHOLARSHIPS
Schulich Leader Scholarships are the largest and most prestigious undergraduate Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) scholarships in Canada. This scholarship was established to encourage the best and brightest students to be the next generation of entrepreneurial-minded, technology innovators. There are 50 engineering scholarships valued at $120,000 each and 50 science, technology or math scholarships valued at $100,000 each. Schulich Leader Scholarships are open to all Canadian high schools with graduating students planning to pursue an undergraduate degree in an eligible STEM program at one of our 20 partner universities. It is important to note that students who are planning for a career as a medical practitioner or researcher (doctor, dentist, nurse, psychologist, pharmacist, optometrist, etc.) are NOT eligible to apply. École St. Mary High School can only nominate ONE candidate and nomination is competitive. If you are interested in being considered for nomination, please email a list of school/community involvement, leadership activities, and a statement about financial need to Mr. Quintal (rene.quintal@pacsd.ca) in Student Services by Wednesday, January 6, 2027, before 9:00 am to be considered for nomination. To find out more about the Schulich Leader Scholarship visit http://www.schulichleaders.com or info@uja.schulichleader.com
UNIVERSITY OF SASKATCHEWAN: PA Campus Open House
Thursday, October 22nd
1061 Central Avenue
At this event, you will:
- Meet representatives from your future college
- Learn about academic programs at the Prince Albert campus
- Tour popular places
- Learn how to apply for admission
For additional information, and to register, go to
