SILC NEWS
February 18 2024
Gospel Reflection March 17th
In this Sunday's gospel, Jesus leads a select group away from the clamor of the marketplace to a mountain, a place often associated with divine revelation in scripture. As they pray, a profound event occurs: clouds gather, and a voice declares, "This is my Son, the Chosen One. Listen to him."
Amidst the constant barrage of messages from media and society, God's voice, embodied in Jesus, seeks our attention. Lent invites us to pause, creating space to hear God's life-giving message. Through prayer and participation in the Eucharist, where Jesus speaks through scripture and sacrament, we encounter his presence and teaching.
Today, as we celebrate St. Patrick's Day, let's reflect on his life, devoted to sharing God's word. As Patrick listened and responded to God's call, may we too heed his message and follow Jesus.
Happy St. Patrick's Day! 🍀
News and Updates from Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish
DID YOU KNOW: Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish in Sherwood Park has MANY resources to help families in need of basic necessities. Please share this information with any families at your school who could use the help, especially newcomers to Canada.
The Clothing Nook - FREE clothing, shoes and bedding for all ages. Located in the lower level of OLPH Church and run entirely by volunteers. (Also a great place for local families to DONATE out-grown clothing or shoes that are still in excellent condition.) See hours of operation below.
Society of St. Vincent de Paul - Another dedicated volunteer team collects and distributes donations of furniture, mattresses and other household items. Please share their phone number with any families your know who are in need. Donations always welcome. Contact SSVP for pick up/drop off appointments.
Registrations are now OPEN for 2024-2025 School Year
St. Isidore Learning Centre (SILC) is now accepting applications for the 2024-2025 school year. Register early - as we are a "School of Choice" space fills up fast! When you head to our website to "Register", https://silc.eics.ab.ca/register-now you will see a few options. Please choose the correct program:
- Online Education - Primarily learning online from home using our Canvas Online LMS - Teacher Directed. Grades Kindergarten-Grade 9 have Teacher directed Google Meets. Teachers are available for one-on-one support. Grade 10-12 classes are asynchronous with Teacher support.
- Outreach Education - Students who require an "in person" connection with teachers and are required to have weekly check-ins in the SILC Centre (Grades 9-12)
- Classical Education (Grades 7-8) - Classical education for grades 7 and 8 online focuses on a comprehensive approach emphasizing critical thinking, classical languages, literature, history, mathematics, and science while aligning with the Alberta Program of Studies. The curriculum aims to cultivate analytical skills, effective communication, and a love for learning through an online platform guided by certificated teachers
- Chesterton Academy - Fully Synchronous "Joyfully Catholic Classical High School Cohort" Grade 9-12 ONLY. For more Contact Mr. Starko. Check out the website: https://chesterton.eics.ab.ca/
- Instruction is provided through a variety of methods, including:
online instruction
in-person sessions (optional)
All students, even those already attending, must fill out a new registration form.
News and Links for Kindergarten to Grade 6 Students
😁Hello from Mrs. Oikonen!
Thank you to everyone for participating in our "Here Comes the Sun" Retreat Day! We started with online Mass and then chose sessions to attend. Fun was had by all!
This week we will have our St. Patrick's Day Party on Thursday at 10:00am for all grades.
We also have Parent/Teacher interviews on Tuesday and Wednesday. Please check the sign- up sheet so you don't miss your time! There will be a link to the google meet on your child's homeroom page.
Here is what we are going to be doing this week!
Chesterton Times- Student Newspaper
Check out the Chesterton Times! Great artwork, pictures, reflections, and the Saints of the month. https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:ed8b010f-c00c-40ec-b1e6-981cb630b976
❗Parent Teacher Interviews
Our Parent Teacher Interviews are scheduled for March 19th 3:30-6:30 and March 20th 3:30-6:30 . You will have the option of:
- In-Person at the SILC Centre (Sherwood Park)
- Phone call
- Google Meet
To book visit our School Interviews Website https://schoolinterviews.ca/code/zxqyr or scan the QR Code
Booking will be closed March 19th at Noon. If you require a time to meet with your child's teacher outside of those times please contact them directly.
| 2024 Elk Island Catholic Schools Refugees and Newcomers Lenten Challenge
As was done last year, EICS will have a Lent initiative to raise money for refugees and newcomers through Catholic Social Services. They have created a webpage where your school can create a team and donations can be made directly online.
The SILC Centre Hours
The SILC Classroom (Centre) is open to student drop-in:
Monday- Friday 8:30-3:30 pm
Acting Principal: Melissa Damur
Assistant Principal/Chesterton Lead Administrator: Chad Starko