Week at a Glance

Monday, September 9

• Have a fabulous Monday

Tuesday, September 10

• Pre-K 3 year olds attend

Wednesday, September 11

• School Council Information Session - 2:00-3:00 pm and 6:30-7:30 pm
• Opening assembly - 9:00 am

Thursday, September 12

• Pre-K 3 year olds attend

Friday, September 13

• T/TH Kindergarten attend
• Deadline to order shirts for Orange Shirt Day - 12:00 pm

Upcoming Events:

• September 18: Opening Mass @ OLA Parish - 9:15 am
• September 20: PD Day (No school for students)
• September 22 - Blessing of the Animals - 4:00-5:00 pm
• September 23 - School Council AGM - 1:30-2:45 pm
• September 27 - Orange Shirt Day
• September 30 - No School - National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Please complete the "2024-2025 School Mass Informed Consent Form" prior to our opening mass on September 18th. 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.

If you would like to purchase an Orange shirt for your child please log into your PowerSchool account, go to School Fees & Forms, and fill out the electronic form.

All Orders are due by noon on Sept 13th, 2024.

As your School Council Chair, I want to welcome you all back to the wonderful world of routine and cool Fall weather. With the start of a new school year also comes the requirement to form a School Council. We are looking forward to welcoming back experienced members and brand new ones. But, what is the School Council (SC) and what do they do? Keep reading for some brief information about SC and what we do. Please also join us for some upcoming information sessions (see the school's upcoming events list). Finally, anyone is always welcome to contact me at eolrschoolcouncilchair@gmail.com to chat more.

Why join School Council?

Did you know that research overwhelmingly supports that when parents are involved in their children's education there is: increased scholastic achievement, better attendance, higher grad rates, and increased overall student happiness? The research is so strong that section 55 in the Alberta Education Act mandates the formation of a school council in all schools. It also outlines our purpose and role.

What is School Council?

Our role is to create multiple and value opportunities for increased parental involvement and community engagement. It is also a forum where parents are able to provide their input and advice on student learning and success.

Who is School Council?

Members of School Council are the parents, principal, teacher representatives, and other community members. In other words, you!

What does School Council do?

We advise the principal and board respecting any matter relating to the school. We consult with the principal so that the principal may ensure the students in the school have the opportunities to meet the standards of education set by the Minister, as well as ensure the fiscal management of the school.

Our meeting topics may include:

Current events such as new curriculum, cell phone use in schools, classroom sizes and complexities, etc. We also discuss the school mission and vision statements, policies, annual plans, reports and their results, the school budget, and results from provincial assessments.

Please consider joining your School Council. Your input into our children's learning and our school community is invaluable!

Stephanie Bugbee, Chair

eolrschoolcouncilchair@gmail.com.

Our annual yard sale at Our Lady of the Assumption school will be held Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sept. 5, 6, & 7th 2024. If you have items to donate please call Marie Jensen at 403-887-2245 or Lorraine Martinek at 403-340-6720.