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Our school produces a newsletter once every two weeks. Our latest newsletter can be seen below. Older editions can be viewed by clicking on the number links. |
Newsletter #2
DATES TO REMEMBER
Sept. 18 Gr. 3/4 – WDM – 9:30 a.m.
Sept. 22 Life Touch School Pictures (9 a.m. – 2 p.m.)
Sept. 24 Opening Mass at St. Anne's Parish (10:00 a.m.)
Cross Country Practice Meet at Diefenbaker Park – 4 p.m.
St. George CSCC AGM – 7:00 p.m., Meet the Teacher Night to follow
Sept. 25 Sub Lunch Day!
Sept. 26 Common Dismissal Day! No School for students!
Sept. 30 Final day for CCRP Magazine Campaign
Oct. 1 Cross Country Championship at Diefenbaker Park
PRINCIPAL'S PEN
• It is hard to believe we are already halfway through September! We have already had a school assembly, we have begun our first fundraiser, students have signed up for sports and leadership teams, our Care Partners have all done activities together and we are well into our academic programs. Our students have been working hard and showing that excellent St. George attitude! Keep up the great work!
• Big thanks go out to the St. George Catholic School Community Council for their Welcome Back BBQ. It was a wonderful chance for everyone to say “hello again” and is an excellent community builder. Special thanks to everyone who showed up early and stayed later to set up and clean up as well as to those who cooked and served.
• A reminder to students regarding staying at the school at lunch; the expectation is that students are to remain on school property throughout the entire lunch period and to follow the noon lunch rules as outlined in the Student Planner and Parent Handbook. In the event that a student has permission to leave the school over the noon hour a hand written/signed note must be provided to the classroom teacher or school administration.
• Students: Please don't forget to wear indoor footwear throughout the day. In the case of an emergency evacuation there is little time to put on shoes. We will be practicing emergency drills to ensure a safe, quick exit.
• Are you looking for an easy way to get involved in the school and your child's classroom? Consider being a room parent. A room parent is a liaison between the School Community Council/school administration and each classroom. If you are interested please contact your child's teacher.
• We are all looking forward to seeing everyone on Meet the Teacher/Staff night at 7 p.m. on September 24, 2008.
Quote of the Day : “What I do today is important because I'm exchanging a day of my life for it.” Albert M. Wells, JR.
SCHOOL FEES
School fees are now due. Please make the cheque payable to St. George School . Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. Receipts will be issued at the office.
“TWELVE BASKETS FULL”
The miracle of Jesus and his disciples feeding five thousand people with five loaves of bread and two fish is a reminder that with faith in God all is possible. To celebrate our faith the Grade 4/5 class is holding a food collection. They are asking that students and staff of St. George contribute to this religion project by donating non-perishable food items that they will deliver to the Saskatoon Food Bank. Food will be collected until this Friday, Sept. 19 and can be dropped off at the front foyer of the school. Do you remember when Jesus said “where two or three are gathered in my name there am I in their midst”? As we gather this food Jesus will truly be with us, again, feeding many in need.
Our Board has purchased insurance for all students for ‘school hours' or while students are on a school sponsored activity. There are two parts to this coverage. The first is coverage for costs of treatment (ambulance, dental, fiberglass casts etc.) and the second is a ‘fracture indemnity' intended to pay for miscellaneous expenses related to the accident. It is the parent's responsibility to file the claim. Claim forms can be obtained from the school or the website www.iapkidsplus.com/applynow or the broker – Marsh Canada Limited 683-6966. Parents have the option of purchasing additional extended coverage, which would cover students for 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you are interested you must complete the form which was sent home with your student and mail it with payment to the insurance company. Coverage can also be purchased on line through the website.
STUDENT LEADERSHIP NEWS
• Our Grade 8 students are already showing their strong leadership abilities early this year. Many have gone through an application/interview process to show that they are up to the challenge of student leadership. Based on the excellent interviews, we are looking forward to a great year! The leadership team will consist of 14 students who will be in charge of many school activities/committees. Our leadership team includes: Sabrina, Jerrod , Larissa, Kennedy, Jayden, Kristina, Natasha, Michelle, Trevor, Ursula, Blaire, Sydney, Josee, Julia and Louisa.
SPORTS NEWS
• Our cross-country team is up and “running.” Ms. Piggot, Ms. Rempel and Mr. Gauthier have been practicing with the team and are gearing up for the two meets on Sept. 24 and Oct. 1 both at Diefenbaker Park . We encourage parents/guardians/relatives to come out on those days and cheer the team on!
• Mrs. Schmitt, Ms. Nivon and Ms. Rempel have been working out with the running and walking club each week. This is an excellent opportunity for our students to engage in regular physical activity.
• Volleyball season will be starting up soon. Watch the newsletters for information about upcoming sign ups, games and tournaments.
• Our Sr. Coed soccer team is just starting to gear up as well!! Students have signed up and more information will follow.
2007-2008 ST. GEORGE SCHOOL YEAR BOOKS
We have a limited amount of extra year books available for purchase from last year. Please see Mr. Kindrachuk for purchase information ($20.00 ea.). Thank you for your support!
CORRECTION TO ST. GEORGE ONLINE BLOG
In the last newsletter we mentioned that our school webpage URL (address) was scs.sk.ca/geo. While this is true, this address will take you to our old website. To access our blog, which is updated regularly, enter http://canaveral.scs.sk.ca/OurSchools/index/?sch=geo , or enter www.scs.sk.ca , click on “Our Schools” in the left hand column, then click on “St. George” from the list of schools. Here you can access upcoming events, school newsletters and other information.
CATHOLIC SCHOOL COMMUNITY COUNCIL (CSCC) NEWS:
The Annual General Meeting for the St. George CSCC is Wednesday, September 24, at 7:00 p.m., in the gym. Meet the Teacher to follow. Everyone is welcome to attend.
CCRP Magazine Campaign – Is once again under way! Don't forget that you can also renew and order new magazines online. Anything ordered during the campaign will count towards all of the prize draws! The web site is http://www.ccrp.ca and our school code is SK10. There are two weeks left with the final day being September 30, 2008 . If you have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to contact Kim Gage at 931-7710. Thanks for your participation and happy reading!
Community Council Election Notice
St. George School will be electing 6 positions on the St. George Catholic School Community Council in the fall. The elections will be conducted at the Annual General Meeting on Wednesday , September 24, 2008 at 7:00 pm. Parent and guardians of students attending the school may vote or run for a spot on the council. Community members who reside within the transportation attendance area of the school as determined by the Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools Board of Education and are of the Catholic faith may run or vote in the election of the CSCC . Nominations of parents and community members interested in standing for election must be submitted on the official forms and be received at the school office by noon on Monday, September 22, 2008 . Nomination forms are available at the school. Nominations will also be accepted from the floor at the meeting. To learn more about getting involved contact: Brenda Briant , School Returning Officer at 659-7320 or Shirley Berthelet , St. George CSCC Chair at 978-7242
ST. ANNE'S PARISH NEWS:
Weekday Mass Times – Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday – 8:30 a.m.
Weekend Mass Times – Saturday at 5:00 p.m., Sunday – 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.
UPCOMING YOUTH ACTIVITIES
Friday, Sept. 19 – 4:00 – 5:30 p.m., Gathering for Grades 6-8. Topic: Leadership
Saturday, Sept. 20 – 11:00 – noon – Gathering for Grades 3-5, Activity: Crafts
Saturday, Sept.27&Sunday Sept.28 - Stewardship Weekend. Be sure to sign up for any Ministry you wish to participate in at the Church.
St. Anne's Parish Picnic and Fun Day
St. Anne's Parish is hosting a parish picnic and fun day on Sunday, Sept. 28 from 3 – 6 p.m. (after the football game). We will supply burgers, hotdogs, and drinks. Last names beginning with the letters A-K bring a salad to share and letters L-Z bring a dessert to share. We will start the afternoon off with some good old picnic games. So bring your lawn chairs, salad/dessert and even a Frisbee and come have fun with your parish family.
IN OUR COMMUNITY :
LHCA REGISTRATION NIGHT & AGM
Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2008 , Program Registration 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. and AGM to follow in the Lawson Heights School library. LHCA is in deperate need of volunteers for the numerous vacant positions. Please step forward and help your community association. We look forward to seeing everyone at the AGM.
COMMUNITY UNDER 10 GIRLS SOCCER
We are in need of 3-4 more girls for the under 10 girls team. If you are interested or would like to try it out please register Tuesday, Sept. 16 at Lawson Heights School or contact Wendy Wagner at 978-3894 or wjw30@shaw.ca