June 17-21, 2024
June 17-21, 2024
JJN Mission
Excellence in Learning through Faith, Relationships and Engagement
JJN Motto: Echo the Spirit
JJN Mascot: Echo the Dolphin
SCHOOL NEWS
This Week at JJN:
June 17 - District Track and Field Meet
June 20 - Grade 6 Social PAT Exam
June 20 - Last Day of Pre Kindergarten
June 20 - Kindergarten Farewell at 6:00pm
June 21 - National Indigenous People Day/Soap Stone School Activity
June 21 - Hot Lunch (Dairy Queen)
Upcoming Events:
All past Parent WAAGS are posted on our JJN website - LINK
June 24 - Grade 3 Field Trip Valley Zoo
June 24 - Last Day of Kindergarten
June 24 - Kona Ice Coming for Kindergarten
June 24 - Grade 2 Living Systems Investigation (Dixon Pond)
June 25 - Grade 6 Science PAT Exam
June 25 - Fun Day Grades 1-3
June 25 - Kona Ice for Grades 1-6
June 25 & 26 - New Kindergarten Orientation
June 26 - Year End Liturgy 11:15am
June 26 - Grade 6 Farewell 1:30pm
June 27 - Grade 4 Bowling Field Trip
June 27 - Grade 2 Bowling Field Trip
June 27 - Last Day of Classes Grade 1-6
School Suply Lists
Families, you can purchase next years school supplies directly from School Start for your convenience , or you may utilize the same list to purchase your supplies locally. Remember, you can purchase parts of the additional section if your child already has supplies that are in good order from a previous year - please save money and the environment. To order Click on the following:
1. Parents Shop Here
2. Purchase School Supply Kits
3. Select Province, then City, then School
4. Click Here to Purchase
5. Lastly, they click on their grade and proceed from there
You can also find next years school supply lists by grade, on our J.J. Nearing website.
Student Registration is Open
New and returning student registration for the 2024-2025 school year is open. Please log into your PowerSchool Parent Portal to register, the link to the registration form is in the left hand menu bar. Registering early helps us to plan for the upcoming year.
SCHOOL COUNCIL & FAMILIES AND FRIENDS OF JJN
JJN School Council
Ashley Dascavich - School Council Chair @ jjnearingschoolcouncil@gmail.com
School Council minutes available on the JJN website.
School Council for 24/25 - Consider joining this dynamic group of volunteers
The School Council (S.C.) Executive Council Election Meeting in April filled two positions. Remaining positions will be voted on at the September AGM. Please consider joining our School Council:
School Council Executive for 24/25:
Chair - vacant
Vice-Chair - vacant
Secretary - Beinta Hansen-Wong
Committees:
Partners in Prayer - Grace Kully
Compassionate Friends - vacant
Yearbook - (current: Roland Borosiu) (TBA) extra volunteers needed
Major Projects Committee - Playground - vacant
S.C. AGM and elections for any remaining positions - September, 2024
Families and Friends of J. J. Nearing
Kaitlyn Boyko - President of JJN F & F
Email: friendsofjjn@gmail.com.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ffofjjnearing
Instagram :https://instagram.com/ffofjjn
PARENT INFORMATION
Hot Lunch Program
The deadline to order is always 5 days prior. If you have any questions or issues with ordering, please email Carly at hotlunchjjn@gmail.com.
Partners in Prayer
If you are interested in joining, please contact Grace at gracekully2@gmail.com. All faiths welcome.
DIVISION NEWS
NEW: Super Cool Summer School
Explore, create, learn and have fun this summer!
Registration is open for super cool summer school! It’s for grade 1-8 students from St. Albert Public Schools and GSACRD students, and there is something for everyone. This year, Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools will host the program, which will operate from Sister Alphonse Academy (1 Joyal Way).
For more information and to register: https://www.summerschool.gsacrd.ab.ca/summer-school-registration-form
Save the Date: GSACS Education Foundation Charity Golf Tournament
We are excited to announce the upcoming GSACS Education Foundation Charity Golf Tournament on June 21, 2024. This event is a wonderful opportunity to support our educational initiatives while enjoying a day of golf with colleagues and community members.
Important Details:
- Event Date: June 21, 2024
- Registration Deadline: June 11, 2024
To register, please visit here.
We look forward to seeing you on the green for a day of fun and fundraising!
COMMUNITY INFORMATION
Talking TikTok: A Family Guide
MediaSmarts has released a brand-new guide to help families navigate TikTok safely. In this resource, we provide insights and practical tips that schools can share with their student's parents, guardians and caregivers to ensure a secure and positive teen experience on TikTok.
What’s inside?
- Tips for managing use as a family and setting rules
- Help understand the platform’s safety tools
- Digital media literacy and digital citizenship tips
- TikTok glossary
- And more!
Alberta Health Services
Child and Youth Development - Free webinar series
https://myhealth.alberta.ca/healthtopics/pediatric-rehabilitation
NEW: ERLC Sessions for Parents
The Edmonton Regional Learning Consortium offers courses for Parents, including:
- Resolve to Improve Communication in your Family
- Navigating Challenges Together: Positive Behaviour Strategies
- Social Emotional Learning for Elementary
- Social Emotional Learning Grades 7-12
- Where did my calm go?
- Do you feel lucky to be your child's parent?
- The four seasons of wellness
- Approaching may mindfully
- When things don't go as planned