Week at a Glance

Monday, September 23

• Have a fabulous Monday
• School Council AGM - 1:30 pm

Tuesday, September 24

• Pre-K 3 year olds attend

Wednesday, September 25

• Have a wonderful Wednesday

Thursday, September 26

• Pre-K 3 year olds attend

Friday, September 27

• Day in acknowledgement of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
• Orange Shirt Day

Upcoming Events:

• September 30 - No School - National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
  
• October 7 - ÉOLRS Feast Day/Thanksgiving Celebration - 9:00 am
• October 9 - School Picture Day for all classes including M/W Kindergarten
• October 10 - School Picture day for T/TH Kindergarten
• October 11 - PD Day - no school for students
• October 14 - No School - Thanksgiving Day
• October 15 - What Would Jesus Do Awards - Grades 1 & 2 - 9:00 am
• October 16 - Grade 1 nature walk
• October 17 - What Would Jesus Do Awards - Grades 3 & 4 - 9:00 am
• October 25 - P.D. Day - No school for students

For safety reasons, our bus drivers cannot transport items related to extracurricular activities such as sports equipment, musical instruments, and large projects on school buses. Students attempting to bring these items on the bus will be denied service and sent home with the item. This also includes items like skateboards, badminton rackets, and similar objects.

Please complete the "2024-2025 School Mass Informed Consent Form". To do this, log into PowerSchool, scroll to the bottom of the page, and click on "School Fees & Forms" on the left. Select your child and then click on the consent form listed below. If you require assistance logging into PowerSchool, please contact the school directly.

With the beautiful fall weather, we have noticed that some families are embracing the opportunity to walk their pets to and from school. As we strive to maintain a safe environment for all our students, we kindly ask for your cooperation regarding pets on school grounds during drop-off and pick-up times.

While we understand the joy and companionship pets bring to families, we must prioritize the safety of our children. If you choose to bring your pets, please ensure they are kept under your control on a leash and are off the playground behind the fence. Additionally, we kindly request that you discourage children from petting the animals, as this presents a liability concern for the pet owner. Your cooperation in adhering to these guidelines will greatly contribute to the well-being of our students. Thank you for your understanding and support in keeping our school community safe.

Orange Shirt Day is an Indigenous-led grassroots commemorative day intended to raise awareness of the individual, family and community intergenerational impacts of residential schools, and to promote the concept of “Every Child Matters”. The orange shirt symbolizes the stripping away of culture, freedom and self-esteem experienced by Indigenous children over generations. It grew out of Phyllis Webstad's story of having her shiny new orange shirt taken away on her first day of school at the St. Joseph Mission residential school. It has become an opportunity to keep the discussion on all aspects of residential schools happening annually.

Our division will recognize Orange Shirt Day on Friday, September 27th, 2024.

With cooler weather arriving please ensure your children are dressed appropriately. In the event of light rain, they will still be going outside for recess. Layering their clothing can help keep them warm and comfortable. Waterproof jackets and appropriate footwear are also key for staying dry and enjoying outdoor activities.

A reminder that our AGM is at the school on Monday, Sept 23 at 1:30PM. Everyone is welcome to attend.

What to expect at the AGM: voting for the new Executive, overview of plans for the year, high-level look at the budget, and more! VACANT positions that we are required to fill and would like to fill:

*Secretary

*Fundraising Lead

*Hot Lunch Lead

*Volunteer Coordinator

If you are interested in helping with any of these positions or know someone who is, please reach out to eolrschoolcouncilchair@gmail.com. Thank-you for your consideration.

Finally, if anyone missed the information sessions or won't be able to attend the AGM they are always welcome to contact Stephanie at eolrschoolcouncilchair@gmail.com to chat more.

If you would like your child to receive First Holy Communion in 2025, please register your child at the parish office. The deadline for registration is Thursday, September 26, 2024. Return the form to the office in person, by mail, e-mail, or place it in an envelope for the collection basket during Sunday collection. Children usually receive First Holy Communion in Grade 2. The organizational meeting for parents only is on Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 07.00 PM.

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What is Bowls for Bellies?

The quest for the bowly grail.

Bowls for Bellies is a soup cook off in support of the Mustard Seed’s school lunch program in which local chefs will be competing for the “Bowly Grail” trophy and title of best soup in the city!

Join us on October 27th, 2024 at the Cenovus Energy Learning Common at Red Deer Polytechnic.