Rooted in Christ @ola

Dear OLA School Community,

This week, Advent focuses on Christ's coming in judgment and peace and the church's hopeful expectation of the completion of his promises. The theme for the second Sunday of Advent is peace. What does peace look like and how can we make a difference in all of our communities.

Wishing you all a blessed and peaceful Advent season.

"Our Lady of the Angels Catholic School is committed to nurturing the hearts and minds of young learners in a faith-filled environment.” (Mission Statement)

Wednesday, December 11th

• Faith and Festivities Evening - 5:30 - 7:30

• (Dress Rehearsal - 10 am)

• Hot Lunch(for everyone that ordered)

• Faith Assembly at 9:00 - Everyone Welcome!

Thursday, December 19th

• Advent Mass at OLA Parish - 10:00 at OLA Parish

• Last day of school before the holidays

• Faith Assembly at 9:00 - Everyone Welcome!

This Advent, EICS is continuing to partner with Catholic Social Services to support women and children in Lurana Shelter. Lurana is a 21 day domestic abuse emergency shelter. The women and children who stay there have nowhere else to go. Their home is unsafe. They may have left their home with only the clothes on their back. When they arrive at Lurana, CSS staff will give them a bedroom to stay in. Staff will also provide them with a Basket of Blessings purchased by the students, teachers and parents of Elk Island Catholic School Division. With your donations staff will purchase an adult basket and/or a children’s basket. A typical adult basket may include soap, toothbrushes and other toiletries, feminine hygiene products, make-up, hair brushes/combs and other basics. A typical children’s basket may include necessities like soothers, a rattle or other small toy, a book, a small blanket. All adult and children’s Baskets of Blessings also include a teddy bear. Clients of Lurana often report that they keep this teddy bear their whole lives. Cash donations are welcome, or you can use this link if you would like to donate online. Please donate by clicking the "OLA Catholic School" team. : https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/the-sign-of-hope-society-archdiocese-of-edmonton/p2p/2024-eics-advent/.

Everyone is welcome to join us for a wonderful evening of fun.

If you are interested in bringing your family please fill out the form below. Deadline to register is December 9, 2024

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSefvE-YyabjI7QpqaJtY9RyQC1wPH4QEDYuQX3Uk10q_Iz5UA/viewform?usp=sf_link

Your Christmas goodies with our Purdy's Chocolate fundraiser will be ready for pick-up at OLA on Tuesday, December 10th from 3:30-5:30pm at the school.

Any questions can be directed to schoolcouncil.ola@gmail.com

1. Please do not stop or park in the bus lane during morning drop-off and after-school pick-up times.
2. Please park in the designated areas and have your child exit the car. Do not double park in front of the school and have your child exit your vehicle on the road in front or side of the school.
3. Please ensure that your student crosses the road at the designated cross walks.
4. Please do not park in the resident driveways across from the parking lot.

It is unsafe and you could be ticketed by the police. Thanks for keeping our students safe!

With winter here we are in need of extra pants for those times that students get wet outside.

Is you have some lightly used pants (boys and girls all sizes) we would greatly appreciate the donation to keep our students warm.

You can send any donations to the office.

Thank you

The 2024-2025 school fees are now due. Please log in to your Powerschool account and make a payment or set up a payment plan.

Here is the link to PowerSchool .

Fee Waiver

If returning to school is a stressful time for your family, you may be eligible to have your school fees waived. Please read more about the EICS fee waiver policy and complete the following form if applicable. 2024-25 Fee Waiver Application.

Please contact the school office if you have any questions.

School Council supports... 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 next School Council Meeting is on Tuesday, January 14th, 2025.

Here are the minutes from our last meeting.

Here is the next School Council Fundraiser:

Mabels Labels Fundraiser

We are excited to announce a new fundraising opportunity that will help support parent council initiatives.

We have partnered with Mabel's Labels, a company renowned for its high-quality, durable labels that are perfect for everything from school supplies to clothing. Not only do these labels help keep your children’s things organized, but they make great gifts for the upcoming holiday season!

How It Works:

Visit the Mabel's Labels website: 'Mabels Labels: Support a fundraiser

Browse their wide selection of customizable labels and choose the products you love.

Search Our Lady of the Angels Catholic School (Fort Saskatchewan) and a portion of your purchase will be donated back to OLA!

Healthy Schools is a commitment by government to support student health & learning outcomes by encouraging schools to adopt a comprehensive school health approach to promote student wellness through increased levels of physical activity, healthy eating and positive mental health.

Through this program your student will be provide with a healthy snack every day.

For student's with allergies we will providing an alternative snack that is allowed with in their restrictions. If you have any questions or would like to volunteer to help with this program please contact Mrs. Rumley in the office.

Below is our Snack calendar for the next weeks.

Our Lady of the Angels Parish

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

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ourladyoftheangelseics