Titans' Times

As a school community, we recognized the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Friday, September 29th. Our prayers for this week have included information about the Calls to Action from the Truth & Reconciliation Commission of Canada.

In 2008, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) was formed. Their job was to listen to stories about residential schools and write down important things we can do as Canadians to learn from our mistakes. These are the TRC's 94 Calls to Action. The 6 Calls to Action below are some actions we can help students learn.

This morning, we gathered as a school community in a spirit of prayer and reflection around the topic of truth and reconciliation and understanding more about the impact of residential schools. Then, as a classroom activity, the students wrote words of remembrance completed around the theme of "Remembering the Children." The prayers and words of remembrance were written on orange hearts, which are now up in the main hallway as a visual of remembrance.

We are always remembering the children and that Every Child Matters.

Mrs. Lisa Kleparchuk, Principal

Mrs. Sheri Crowston, Vice Principal

*Read-In Week Oct. 2-6, 2023

*Mental Illness Awareness Week is October 1-7, 2023

Oct. 2:

• No School: Recognition for National Day for Truth & Reconciliation
  

Oct. 3:

• JR Girls Volleyball Practice after school 3:00 - 4:15 (École Citadele)

• JR Boys Volleyball Practice after school 3:00 - 4:15 (Legal School)

• Sr Boys & Sr Girls volleyball practice 3-4:30 pm (Legal School)

• Kapow Pops $1

Oct. 4:

• Kapow Pops $1
• Sr Boys & Sr Girls volleyball practice 3-4:30 pm (Legal School)

Oct. 5:

• World Teachers Day

• Legal Titans Spirit Wear Day

• Volleyball Game at Four Winds (Bus leaves at 1 p.m.)

• Kapow Pops $1

Oct. 6:

• No School for Kindergarten Class

• October 9- Thanksgiving Day - No School

• October 13 - Thanksgiving Mass & Gr. 4 Bible Presentation 1 pm

• October 13 - No Kindergarten Classes

• October 20 - Staff Meeting/PD Day

• October 20 - PD Day - No School

• October 28 - Gr.1-3 Oil King's O'Canada Performance

• Mr. Kary - October 2nd
• Abigail M. - October 5th (Gr. 3)
• Owen P. - October 8th (Gr. 8)
• Riley L. - October 9th (Gr. 5)
• Parker C. - October 10th (Gr. 1)

Mental Illness Awareness Week is October 1-7, 2023

In Canada, mental illness impacts 1.2 million of our children and youth. By the time they reach age 25, that number increases to around 1 in 5 Canadians. Mental Illness Awareness Week encourages public education and brings awareness to mental illnesses while supporting Canadians to share their experiences. Spreading awareness, education, and support is crucial in supporting children, youth, and families affected by mental illness (Mental Health Commission of Canada, 2021).

We can create impactful change by having open conversations, reducing stigma, and normalizing accessing help for mental health. Here are some resources on how to support a loved one with their mental health:

Mental Health Resources - GSACRD

Mental Health First Aid Canada

Institute of Child Psychology

If you have any questions about mental health and mental illness you can reach out to our Wellness Coaches:

Kara Meloche: kmeloche@gsacrd.ab.ca (END & GHP)

Caitlin Josey: cjosey@gsacrd.ab.ca (SKT & Legal)

Marina Casavant: mcasavant@gsacrd.ab.ca (MCHS & Communications)

The following Caregiver Education Sessions are being put on through Alberta Health Services For more information visit www.cyfcaregivereducation.ca

Cross Country Districts in Gibbons! Way to go, Titans, on your great run! So proud of your perseverance and achievement, runners! Thank you to Mr. Kary for taking the students to the cross-country run event!

Welcome to another year of sacramental preparation for the children in our church community. . Please mark your calendars with the following dates and continue to watch the bulletin for further details.

Sacramental prep dates for St. Emile Parish:

Confirmation: Classes start October 19. Confirmation on November 30 at 6:30 at St. Emile

Reconciliation: No reconciliation classes this year,

First Eucharist: Classes start April 4. First Eucharist mass on Sunday, April 28 at 9:30 at St. Emile.

Please contact the parish for details.

Oct 6 Dairy Queen *must be ordered by October 1st.

Oct 27 The Ukrainian House

Nov 17 Subway

Dec 8 Pizza Hut

Sign in to Healthy Hunger to place your order.

**Make sure you place your order to receive a hot lunch on the above dates!

Thank you to the School Council for organizing this for our families!

Bring on the Bookjoy! Book Fair Incoming!

Mark your calendars! The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to our school!! From October 16-19, discover new and bestselling titles coming right to our school. All purchases help get new books and educational resources into our library. Help us reach our goal of selling $1,500 worth of books! If we reach this goal, Miss Gamache will get slimed!

Parents if you are interested in volunteering at the book fair please email Ms. Gamache, lgamache@gsacrd.ab.ca

This year, the Grades 1-3 students will once again have the opportunity to sing O'Canada on the ice on Saturday, October. 28th Oil Kings Game at Roger's Place!!! We are opening tickets for the game to any of our Legal Titans Families, tickets are $20 each and must be ordered bu October 13th. Contact Mrs. Tymchuk, for any more details.

Email: lsinfo@gsacrd.ab.ca
Website: ls.gsacrd.ab.ca
Location: 5122 46 Street, Legal, AB, Canada
Phone: 780-961-3791
Facebook: facebook.com/legalschool
Twitter: @LS_GSACRD