Congratulations to many of our Grade 2 students who received the Sacrament of Reconciliation for the first time on Wednesday evening. May Christ's light shine through you today and always.

All students are asked to wear weather-appropriate shoes or boots to and from school for their time outdoors.

Students also need a pair of black shoes for the classroom AND a pair of non-marking gym shoes (these can be any colour).

These measures keep our students' feet warm and dry when playing outside, and keep the classroom and gym floors clean and dry to avoid slips and falls.

Come to school dressed as your favourite animal! Don’t worry, it will be like Noah’s Ark where zebras and lions get along. Please bring a food bank item to support our parish community outreach.

Additionally, the student leadership team will host a hot chocolate sale on the same day! Please bring $2 for hot chocolate if you would like a warming sip!

Our Annual General Meeting will be held on Thursday, February 6th at 7 PM. Please note attendance for every family is mandatory and a requirement of our Parent Participation Program. Only one family member needs to be in attendance.

Re-registration packages and 2024 tax receipts will be distributed at the meeting.

Childcare will be available at the school for those families who may need it to attend.

Paper flyers have been distributed this week to grades K - 3. We had limited number of flyers, but have put some at the front entrance slot (next to the office) and on the bulletin board. Flyers can also be viewed online at https://bookclubs.scholastic.ca/

Scholastic Orders are now completed online!

Orders can be completed at any time in the month.

How to order:

Go to scholastic.ca/clubshop

Create an account or log in to your existing account to place your order.

Enter our school code (RC249384).

Orders can be shipped directly to your home or to the school.

Shipping is free when you spend over $40 and enter the school code!

Thank you for your support of this school program.

Formerly known as Mardi Gras, Winter Fair is our annual carnival before the beginning of the Lent and is definitely a favourite at our school!

Fun, Fun and more FUN! An evening for the whole family! Carnival is open to everyone so bring your friends.

Amazing news for this year’s Winter Fair! Game prices are now half of last year’s prices, giving your kids double the fun! Skip the long lines by pre-purchasing your tickets early. Enjoy more time for carnival games, the bouncy castle, delicious treats, and so much more. Your kids will love the extra fun and you’ll love the savings!

Winter Fair (Mardi Gras) passports are available for purchase via the hot lunch website, school office, and AGM meeting; they may also be purchased at the door on the day of the event. We also require additional volunteers to assist with this event; please contact nathan.st.michael@gmail.com to volunteer.

Exciting News!

Tickets for St. Michael's Casino Royale Gala are now on sale. Come join us for an evening of fun with a catered buffet dinner, casino games and music. There will be wonderful items for sale through both a silent auction and a live auction.

Tickets are available for purchase at the school and parish office and after weekly Sunday Masses. Ticket sales will end on February 20, 2025.

Early bird special – table for 10 people for only $500, offer ends January 31, 2025.

Limited VIP tickets are sold separately for only $80, with general entry $60.

Childcare tickets will be available for sale at $20.00 each (limited to 30 spots).

Ticket payment options:

Cheques payable to St. Michael's Parish

Cash

To purchase your ticket with a debit or credit card, please visit the school office. (2.65% service fee will apply)

Volunteer opportunities:

• Ticket sales after weekly Sunday Masses.
• Set up on Thursday, February 27th after school
• Set up on Friday, February 28th
• Clean up on Sunday, March 2nd

Childcare volunteers are needed for the evening of March 1st, from 6pm-10pm.

Contact:

Rupa Marcus

Gala Chairman

For more information and Volunteer opportunities

Email: rupa.marcus@gmail.com

Tel:604-306-4190

Jan 17th: 9 AM School Mass

Jan 21st: Confession for Gr. 7, Gr. 3 Assembly at 9:15 AM

Jan 24th: Professional Development Day No School

Jan 28th: Confession for Gr. 6, PEC meeting after 7:30 PM Mass

Jan 29th: 7 PM Gr. 2 Parent Meeting

Jan 30th: Non-uniform day & hot chocolate sale. Theme: favourite animals

Jan 31st: School Mass 1st Friday (Food bank K - 3)

Catholic Schools Week

Feb 2nd: 8:30 AM Family Mass with the school choir

Feb 4th: Confession for Gr. 5

Feb 5th: 9:15 AM Gr. 7 Assembly; 7 PM Gr. 2 Parent Meeting

Feb 6th: 7 PM Annual General Meeting

Feb 7th: 9AM School Mass; 3 - 3:30 PM Used Uniform Sale