The Good News April 21, 2024

As we reflect on Good Shepherd Sunday, we are reminded of Jesus, our Good Shepherd, who selflessly cares for us, putting our needs before his own. Just as Jesus lays down his life for his sheep, we are called to emulate his example by making sacrifices and putting the well-being of others above our own desires. Every act of kindness and compassion we show reflects the love of the Good Shepherd. Let us strive to follow in his footsteps, being a beacon of light and hope in our community, and may his love guide us always.

Monday, April 22

• Earth Day

Tuesday, April 23

• Tower Garden Tasting
  

• Hot Lunch
• Secretary Appreciation Day
  

• NK TPet
  

• Student Wellness Day
  

May 1- Run Club starts, Early Dismissal 2:10

May 2 - Nature Programs Open House 6:30pm

May 3 - PD Day, no school for students

May 7 - Gr 2 Symphony, Gr 1 Gardening with Sharon

May 8 - Spring Photos

May 9 - KTR Spring Photos, Hot Lunch, Wear Blue for Catholic Education

May 13 - PSC Meeting 6:30

May 14 - Gr 2 Gymnastics

Our planet is an amazing place, but it needs our help to thrive! That’s why each year on April 22, more than a billion people celebrate Earth Day. Earth Day is a time to come together and support our environment’s protection from things like pollution and deforestation. By taking part in activities like picking up litter, making our lunches litter-less and using less power we are making our world a happier, healthier place to live. Our environment has a large impact on our health and well being. Let's all pitch in and do our part in taking care of the environment.

Mrs. Maynard and Mrs. Heesing were each nominated for a Council of Catholic School Superintendents of Alberta (CCSSA) Excellence in Catholic Education Award and Miss McAra was nominated for the Edwin Parr Excellence in First Year Teaching Award.

We are very gratefull to have these amazing staff members on our St. John XXIII Team.

The REAL (Religious Education Activities for Life) Foundation works to raise funds to support faith enrichment opportunities in all EICS schools. These include religious education in-services and presentation for students and teachers, conferences on student leadership and faith formation, religious retreats, as well as offering scholarships. They host an annual Golf Tournament and this year it will be on Wednesday May 22nd.

You're invited to our School Council's Annual General Meeting (AGM)!

Monday, May 13 from 6:30pm - 8:00pm in the school CTM room (across the hall from the library.)

Join us for an update on the achievements our School Council has accomplished throughout the year. This is your chance to actively participate in shaping the future of our school community.

At the AGM, we'll be electing our executive team and eagerly await your input as we discuss plans for the upcoming year. Your voice matters, and we're excited to hear your ideas and insights. Want to know more about the executive positions? Review them here.

Mark your calendars and be a part of the conversation at our AGM. Together, let's continue to make a difference in our children's educational journey. See you there!

All current St. John XXIII students are required to fill out the Next Year Intentions form (and not a new registration form) in PowerSchool so that we can plan accordingly for next year. Please log into your PowerSchool account and fill out the Next Year Intentions form. This form is located on the left hand side, above the Grades and Attendance dropdown. Please refer to the PowerSchool page on our website for more information.

Our school offers a supplemental Nature Kindergarten program which operates Tuesdays/Thursdays and some Fridays. This paid program offers students the opportunity to spend a large part of their day outside engaged in meaningful ways of learning with their body, mind and spirit, while located in a natural setting. Enrolment in this program provides an option to attend kindergarten full time.

Nature Program Grade 1 and Grade 2

This program provides students with an opportunity to spend two half days outside each week. This paid program connects students to nature by fostering rich learning experiences, physical literacy and independence.

Please visit our website to access the Nature Programs Parent Handbook, found in the Quick Links

If your child is currently attending St. John XXIII, and you would like to register in one of our Nature Programs (K,1 or 2) please submit a B.3)Nature Program Application

Registration for Kindergarten, Nature Programs and NEW students began ONLINE, February 1st. Please note that Nature programs will be number dependent.

• To go to the EICS Kindergarten webpage - please click here. This includes a Kindergarten calculator, programming and transportation information.
• Pre Kindergarten at St. John XXIII, screening information click here
• St. John XXIII Pathways Program click here
  
• EICS NEW Student Registration-click here
• To request transportation, click here

*Please note, you only need to register your child if they are entering Kindergarten or are brand new to St. John XXIII

*If your child is currently attending St. John XXIII, and you would like to register in one of our Nature Programs (K,1 or 2) please submit a B.3)Nature Program Application

Email: stj@eics.ab.ca
Website: https://stj.eics.ab.ca/
Location: 9526 89 Street, Fort Saskatchewan, AB, Canada
Phone: 780-998-7777
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Twitter: @St_JohnXXIII