Shining Bright @ola
November 17, 2023
Together in Learning and Faith
Dear OLA Families,
This week, we are blessed to have some of God's Earth and it's Creatures coming to our school so that we can learn about them and appreciate them.
We have also started a Kindness Club and will be engaging the school in many ways to share more kindness. "Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible." Dalai Lama
We are also gathering on Wednesday for our first OLA School Community Potluck. See you at 5:30 if you have signed up. It will be a wonderful way to break bread together.
As always, thank you for helping us light the way!
This Week at OLA
Monday, Nov. 20
- Faith Assembly at 9:00 - Everyone Welcome
- Parent/School Council Meeting at 5:30(NEW TIME)
Wednesday, Nov. 22
- Earth Rangers Presentation
- Potluck Dinner at 5:30 - 7:00
On Wednesday, Nov. 22, we will have a special assembly by the Earth Rangers. This assembly will highlight amazing animals and their superpowers - thus explaining the importance of biodiversity and how animals' unique adaptations allow them to thrive in their specific ecosystems. The presentation will provide students with tangible ways they can help protect these ecosystems and show the significant collective impact small, everyday actions can have.
The In-Person School Assembly includes:
- Live animals demonstrate their unique natural behaviours.
- Educational, curriculum-linked information appropriate for K-4
- Interactive components that get students involved.
Please Note:
- Students will not touch the live animals. However, if your child has allergy concerns, please let your child's teacher know.
- This year's assembly contains light patterns that may trigger seizures in people with photosensitive epilepsy. Please tell your child's teacher if they have this condition.
- For the health and safety of Earth Rangers staff and animals, please kindly inform us of any current viral/medical illnesses (i.e. Fifth disease/COVID-19)
This activity has no cost, thanks to a generous sponsorship from Pembina. If you have any questions about this or would prefer your child to refrain from participating, please contact your child's teacher.
You can check out the Earth Rangers website for more information: https://www.earthrangers.com/EN/CA/.
Looking Ahead...
Wednesday, Nov. 29 - Friday, Dec. 1
- Adoration at the School Chapel
- Early Out - wear Christmas colours
- Advent Mass at OLA Church - 10:00
- Christmas Concert - 9:30 and 6:30
- Last Day of Classes
Check out the merchandise that you can buy with the OLA logo on it. Click on the above question for information.
Shining Our Light at OLA!
Kindness Snowball Fight
Working Together
Peer Mentors
Clay For Kids
Next Meeting is Monday, Nov. 20 at 5:30pm
Here is the AGENDA for the meeting.
Here are some upcoming fundraisers that will help support school initiatives such as Mathletics, recess equipment, library/learning commons, and much more.
Winter 2023 Purdy’s Chocolate Fundraiser:
Get your Christmas goodies with our Purdy's Chocolate fundraiser. Our ordering portal is now available to place online chocolate orders with delivery in time for Christmas. A catalogue was sent home with your child on Friday, November 3rd. Place your order by Saturday, November 25th and pick-up will be at OLA on December 9th.
Place your order using this online link: https://fundraising.purdys.com/1561953-109221
Online Catalogue: SF-Xmas-Catalogue-2023-v7.pdf (purdys.com)
Any questions can be directed to schoolcouncil.ola@gmail.com
Growing Smiles Poinsettia’s:
It’s that time again! All your holiday favourites are back by popular demand. The ordering portal is now available through November 27th. Pick-up will be available on December 13th. OLA School (growingsmilesfundraising.com).
Any questions can be directed to schoolcouncil.ola@gmail.com
School Council supports... Mathletics, recess equipment, library/learning commons, and much more.
Joining School Council meetings allows you to work closely with parents, teachers and the school leadership team to plan and implement enhanced programming and special events for students and our school community!
To connect with your OLA School Council, please email schoolcouncil.ola@gmail.com.
The minutes from the Sept. 25th meeting are on the OLA website.
Nutrition Program
Volunteer for Nutrition Program
Thank you for all those that have already offered and been will to help so far with this wonderful program.
Next Tuesday’s snack program will be a warm egg wrap made by volunteers that morning.
Need Help with Powerschool? Here is a guide to help you .
School Fees
The 2023-2024 school fees have been added to student accounts. Fees will be due November 30,203 Please log into your PowerSchool account to make a payment .
The fees for each grade is listed below:
Fee Waiver Program for 2023-2024
Under the principle that finances should not be a barrier to a child's education, Elk Island Catholic Schools will waive fees for independent students or parents/ guardians 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.
Fee Waiver Program Application 2023-2024
Sign and mail the completed application form with supporting document(s) to:
Elk Island Catholic Schools
310 Broadview Road
Sherwood Park, AB. T8H1A4
Be sure to mark "CONFIDENTIAL" on the envelope.
Please contact the school office if you have any questions.
Our Lady of the Angels School
Fort Saskatchewan, AB
T8L 1W7
Email: ola@eics.ab.ca
Website: https://ola.eics.ab.ca/
Location: 9622 Sherridon Drive, Fort Saskatchewan, AB, Canada
Phone: (780)998-3716
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OLASchoolFtSask