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Shining Bright @ola
November 24, 2023
Together in Learning and Faith
Dear OLA Families,
This week we will be having eucharistic adoration in the chapel. Eucharistic adoration is time spent praying with Jesus in the form of the Blessed Sacrament. As Catholics, we believe Jesus is really present: not in a pretend or imaginary kind of way, but in a very real way. In truth, Jesus is present in the consecrated bread, just as Jesus was present at the Last Supper.
If you would like to join us on Wednesday, Thursday or Friday please let us know.
This Week at OLA
Monday, Nov. 27
- Faith Assembly at 9:00 - Everyone Welcome
- Adoration at the School Chapel
Looking Ahead...
Sunday, Dec. 3
- Advent begins
Monday, Dec. 4
- Faith Assembly at 9:00 (First Week of Advent) - Everyone Welcome
Wednesday, Dec. 6
- St. Nicholas Day
- Early Out - wear Christmas Colours
- Advent Mass at OLA Church - 10:00
- Christmas Concert - 9:30 and 6:30
- Last Day of Classes
Lost and Found - Are you missing something?
Shining Our Light at OLA!
Potluck with OLA families
Kindness Moments
Earth Rangers
Grade 4 Leaders
Faith Formation - Fruits of the Spirit(Goodness)
Check out the merchandise that you can buy with the OLA logo on it. Click on the above question for information.
School Council
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 8th.
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 November 20th 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.
This Tuesday’s snack of Egg Wraps unfortunately needs to be postponed until the new year. Thank you to the volunteers that offered to help on this day.
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