St. Luke Weekly Memo

JOY! How great is it that this is our reflection for the third week of Advent and that it is also the EICS district theme this year, “Choose Joy”! Although some things seem very challenging right we still find many ways to Choose Joy. Each day we pray as we light the Advent candle understanding that this is a time of waiting for the birth of Christ. As students learn about the lineage of Jesus through the Jesse Tree they reflect on the reason for the season. Giving joy is certainly what our school community has done this past week. The many generous donations will surely help others find some joy this season. Thank-you again for all your contributions to the Twelve Days of Giving. It truly is uplifting!

Please join us on Thursday at 6:00pm for our Advent Celebration watch party. The students have been busy preparing songs to celebrate Our Greatest Gift, the coming of our Saviour. Virtually gather your family as we celebrate the Joy of this season.

I wish you all a safe and healthy week!

As we draw near to you, Lord God, keep us aware of your presence in all we do. Come with power to enlighten us by your grace, that we may live in praise and joy all our days.

Amen

This time of year can be very challenging for families in our community. If your family is experiencing difficulties please reach out to someone in the school or parish community who can help. There are many supports that can be confidentially arranged.

Cathy Hinger, Principal cathyhi@eics.ab.ca or Sarah McCann, Family Wellness Worker sarah.mccann@eics.ab.ca. St. Luke - 780-922-5920

Our cool weather is here! A reminder for all students to dress

appropriately for the season by wearing the proper winter attire which should include hats, gloves/mitts, winter coats and boots. When students are dressed properly for the winter conditions, they can go outside and enjoy some fresh air and activity in comfort.

Alberta Health Services has updated their guidelines for those under 18 as of November 2nd. Click to access the latest health checklist.

As a parent/guardian you are required to complete a daily health screening check for your child each day before they come to school. We need everyone's help and commitment to these health checks, as well as making sure that your child stays home if they are feeling unwell or displaying any symptoms.

Mrs. Rumley is kind, generous, and unbelievably thoughtful. She is the first person you see when you walk into the school and there couldn’t be a better suited person to welcome the staff, students, and parents into our school community. Mrs. Rumley’s warm smile and infectious laugh immediately puts people at ease. Her open heart and attitude of acceptance makes you feel like you’ve known her your whole life. Mrs. Rumley, thank you for spreading love wherever you go!!

We appreciate you so much!

JOIN US AT OUR NEXT MEETING

Join us Monday, January 18th, 2021 at 6:30pm for our next virtual School Council and Parent Association meeting.

Our lost and found pile is growing. if you notice any of your child's belongings please have them pick it up form the Lost and Found this week.

Please log into PowerSchool for this year's school fees. If you notice a bracket around the amount this is a credit and does not need to be paid. If your family is experiencing financial restraints Elk Island Catholic Schools will waive fees for students/parents or guardian if they meet certain income guidelines, are on social services or are facing exceptional circumstances. If you qualify, you may apply using the attached application form for a waiver for the following fees Fee Waiver Program Application 2020-2021

The deadline for the fee waiver program is December 13, 2020.When you have completed the forms required to register your child,please submit them directly to:

EICS Central Learning Services

310 Broadway Blvd, Sherwood Park, AB. T8H 1A4

Fax: 780-467-5469 Phone: 780-449-6440

Three days left to help us support the Strathcona Food Bank and Valeda House!

Tuesday, Dec. 1 : Granola Bars/Crackers

Wednesday, Dec. 2 : Canned Fruit/Vegetables

Thursday, Dec. 3 : Pasta/Pasta Sauce

Friday, Dec. 4: Peanut Butter

Monday, Dec. 7: Unwrapped Toys

Tuesday, Dec.8: Baby Food

Wednesday, Dec. 9: Toiletries

Thursday, Dec. 10: Cereal/Oatmeal

Friday, Dec. 11: Diapers, Wipes, Formula

Monday, Dec. 14: Soup

Tuesday, Dec. 15: Rice

Wednesday, Dec. 16: Coffee and Tea

We thank-you for all of your generous donations and your continued support.

Monday, December 14

• 12 days of Christmas giving: Soup

Tuesday, December 15

• 12 days of Christmas giving: Rice
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Wednesday, December 16

• 12 days of Christmas giving: Coffee and Tea

Thursday, December 17

• Dress Up as a Christmas Tree or Christmas Present
  
• Advent Concert Watch Party - Click Here

Friday, December 18

• Advent School Mass at 1:00
• Have a Great Weekend!

Monday, December 21

• Christmas PJ Day

Tuesday, December 22

• Last day of classes before the Christmas break - Merry Christmas Everyone!

January 6,7,8

• Online learning for all K - 12 students

Masses at OLPH will be livestreamed. Please join using this link. https://www.facebook.com/olphsherwoodpark/videos/

Visit OLPH Website for more information about the parish and in regards to sacremental preparation.

Read the lastest bullitin from OLPH.

www.facebook.com/olphsherwoodpark

St. Francis of Assisi parish is administered by Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Sherwood Park. Please contact the parish for confession times and more information.

Clergy: Reverend Jim Corrigan, Pastor

Mass Time: Sunday 11:00

Email Address: StFrancisAssisi.Tofield(at)caedm.ca

5523 - 50 Street Tofield, AB T0B 4J0

See map: Google Maps

Phone: 780-467-5470

Mrs. Cathy Hinger

Principal

Email: Stl@eics.ab.ca
Website: stl.eics.ab.ca
Location: 22139 South Cooking Lake Road, Sherwood Park, AB, Canada
Phone: 780-922-5920
Twitter: @stlcs_EICS