Principal’s Weekly Update and Important Information- April 24, 2026
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We value open and respectful communication and appreciate your partnership in supporting our school community. To help ensure questions and concerns are addressed efficiently, please use the following general guidelines:
- For questions related to classroom learning—such as assignments, assessment, homework, curriculum, report cards, routines, Permission Click, classroom supports, schedules, learning accommodations or behaviour expectations and incidents-please reach out directly to your child’s teacher(s).
- For questions related to student well-being and health concerns, all school‑wide programming, confidential or sensitive matters, student safety and emergency procedures, serious or on-going behaviour concerns, policy implementation, or the school’s vision and mission, please contact Administration.
- For general school information, including attendance reporting, volunteering, school events, lost & found, Child Abuse Registry checks, uniforms, registration, calendars, please reach out to the school office reception. As well, our office staff are always happy to assist and redirect inquiries as needed.
Thank you for your cooperation and for helping us maintain clear and effective communication across our school community.
TAKE A LOOK AT WHAT HAPPENED THIS WEEK …
- Enrichment
- Kinder Grad & Grade 8 Farewell Picture Day
- Grade 7 Band Performance
- Earth Day Blue & Green Colour Day
- Wednesday Pizza Fundraising Lunch
- Musical practice on SATURDAY
LOOKING AHEAD TO NEXT WEEK …
- K-2 & Grade 6 Star Dome visit on Monday
- Grade 7 & 8 Badminton Tournament on Tuesday
- Advisory on Tuesday
- PML Lunch Hour Recital from 1135 am-1230 pm on Tuesday
- Musical Performance Assembly on Wednesday
- Wednesday Subway/Hot Dog Fundraising Lunch
- Musical practices
- Uniform Fitting Day on Thursday and Friday
- Rooftop School Photo on Friday
LOOK WHAT’S COMING UP …
- Musical at the Winnipeg Art Gallery on May 4th
- Enrichment on May 5th
- Fieldtrip: Grade 3 & 3-4 on May 5th
- Wednesday Pizza Fundraising Lunch
- Grade 5 & 6 Camp Manitou on May 7th & 8th
- 230 pm Early Dismissal on May 7th
- Kinder Mother’s Day Tea on May 8th
- Freezie Sale on May 8th
VIP HOURS
Please ensure VIP hours are entered in a timely manner and check carefully to avoid duplicate submissions. Many families still have outstanding hours that have not yet been entered. If you are looking for volunteer opportunities check out the red links throughout the Update. They are also featured on our website. Here is the direct link to Parent Zone: www.stccs.ca
HOT LUNCH FUNDRAISER
Our Wednesday hot lunch fundraiser continues!
Reminder: All orders must be placed through Munch-a-Lunch at www.munchalunch.com ONE WEEK IN ADVANCE.
If you have questions, please contact fundraising@stccs.ca.
We also are in need and have many volunteer opportunities available: VOLUNTEER for WEDNESDAY FUNDRAISING LUNCHES 2026
MUSICAL
MAY 4: Tickets may be purchased in the school office only.
Tickets are $10. Tickets are not sold at the WAG.
You can also support our Musical program by purchasing tickets for our musical basket raffle. Raffle tickets are $2 each and are available through the school office or at WAG on May 4.
This year’s baskets include:
- Kids’ Basket – valued at $150
- Couples’ Basket – valued at $300
- Family Basket – valued at $375
We are still looking for a volunteer with a truck to help transport the musical sets to the WAG on Sunday, May 3.
We are also looking for someone who will be attending the musical on Monday evening and is able to volunteer to bring the props back to the school.
VIP hours are available for this support.
PICK-UP AND DROP-OFF SAFETY REMINDER
We continue to see cars parked in the bus loop. Please DO NOT PARK or WAIT IN YOU VEHICLE in the bus loop! You will be ticketed.
For everyone’s safety, please use only the designated loading zone, parking lot, behind the church or any side streets for student drop-off and pick-up. Your cooperation helps keep all students and families safe.
We are looking for parent volunteers to assist with our parking lot and loading zone patrol. Please sign up using the link below:
2025-2026 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED | PARKING LOT & LOADING ZONE PATROL
BASC
- Monday: BLINE
- Tuesday: K-2 Bake Sale
- Wednesday: BLINE testing at 4:30 p.m. in the gym
- Thursday: Mother’s Day craft
Please double‑check whether your child is participating in the Mother’s Day craft, as the form was not included with April’s forms. A new month begins next week. If you require summer care, please submit your forms as soon as possible. We will be reviewing registrations next week to confirm minimum and maximum enrolment numbers. For BASC Instagram access, please send me your Instagram username and request to follow the account on Instagram.
TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Our Bursary tuition applications are available online for the 2026-2027 school year. Please submit all completed applications to the school office by May 15, 2026. The forms can be found on Parent Zone under Forms & Programs.
Tuition assistance is available for families, and those wishing to apply must complete and submit all required documentation as part of the application process. We are committed to supporting families and encourage anyone with questions to contact the school office.
Several field trips are coming up. If your family requires financial assistance to ensure your child can participate, please do not hesitate to contact administration. We are committed to working with families to ensure all students can take part in these meaningful learning experiences.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS GARAGE SALE – ST. PAUL THE APOSTLE
The St. James Knights of Columbus are hosting their annual garage sale at St. Paul the Apostle Church. Sale Dates & Times: Saturday, May 9: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. and Sunday, May 10: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Volunteers Needed for sorting, setup, sales, and pickups. To volunteer or arrange a pickup, contact Charles Huygbeart at 431‑279‑5810.
Donation Drop‑Off (at the Parish Hall only): Wednesday, May 6 & Thursday, May 7: 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and Friday, May 8: 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Please do not bring donations before May 6.
Items Accepted: Working appliances and electronics, gently used clothing and shoes, Household linens and décor, small kitchen appliances, Games, toys, sporting goods, tools, bikes, small furniture (chairs, tables, lamps)
Items Not Accepted: Upholstered furniture, Suitcases, Computers, stereos, or game consoles, Any items not in good working condition
Envision staff will be onsite to support families with orders and answer any questions. Sample garments will be available to try on. Next year, we are pleased to offer long‑sleeve polo shirts as part of our uniform options! Please visit: www.envisionuniforms.ca to view all available uniform items.
To help us manage busy times, we kindly ask families to book a fitting appointment. SignUp link: BOOK YOUR UNIFORM FITTING Thursday, April 30th, 2026 12-6 pm or Friday, May 1st, 2026 9 am-2 pm
Here is the link for families to volunteer to assist at uniform fittings: VOLUNTEER TO ASSIST WITH UNIFORM FITTING DAYS Thursday, April 30th & Friday, May 1st, 2026
2026 – 2027 SCHOOL KEY DATES
| 2026–2027 School Year Key Dates | |
| First Day of School for students | September 9, 2026 |
| Last Day Before Christmas Break | December 18, 2026 |
| Students Return After Break | January 4, 2027 |
| Spring Break | March 29 – April 2, 2027 |
| No School / No BASC – Good Friday | March 26, 2027 |
| No School / No BASC – Easter Monday (in lieu of March 29) | April 5, 2027 |
| Last Day of School | June 30, 2027 |
TURF CAMPAIGN – FROM THE GROUND UP – HELP BUILD OUR PLAYGROUND
We are asking for your help! So far we have raised $108,095. Amazing!
You can track our progress on the school website. There is also an attached QR code in the brochure (see .pdf copy below).
Have a great weekend!
Aneta Prettie PRINCIPAL
St. Charles Catholic School
Phone: 204-837-1520 ext. 222
Link to .pdf version of Principal’s Weekly Update