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Principal’s Weekly Update – March 10th, 2023

Lord, give us the strength to walk with you by serving through prayer and action to those in need.

Update Attachments – Spring GLENLEA Plant Fundraiser : Vendors Welcome Spring SCCS Craft Fair : KinKar Raffle : Summer Camp 2023 Brochure

Please keep Mrs. Marsh Hamm and her family in your prayers. Mrs. Marsh Hamm’s Mom passed away this week, and she had to fly to New Brunswick. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Mrs. Marsh Hamm.

TAKE A LOOK AT WHAT HAPPENED THIS WEEK…

Our Kindergarten-Gr. 2 students headed to Learn to Skate on Monday.
Our Grs. 7 & 8 students headed off to Winter Camp on Monday-Wednesday. Thank you to the parents who drove the campers out to Camp Assiniboine, as well as the parents who volunteered at camp while the students/staff were there. It is sincerely appreciated, and everyone had a great time!
Wednesday was Pizza Lunch for those students who ordered.
I attended my monthly Principal’s Meeting Wednesday morning at the Archdiocese office.
Thursday our Grs. 3-5 choir performed at the Winnipeg Music Festival under the direction of Ms. Kynman. The students placed SILVER in their category of School Chorus, Kindergarten-Gr. 6! Congratulations to Ms. Kynman and all our students! We are so very proud of you! It was a fabulous performance, and it was great to see so many parents/grandparents in the audience.
Today our Middle Years choir performed at the Winnipeg Music Festival under the direction of Mrs. Gregorchuk. The students placed GOLD in their category of School Chorus, Own Choice, Grades 5-8. Congratulations to Mrs. Gregorchuk and all our students! We are so very proud of you! What an awesome performance! It was terrific to see parent and grandparent support in the audience too.
Today was the final day for term 2.

LOOKING AHEAD TO NEXT WEEK….

On Monday, our Grs. 3-5 students will have a presentation from the Treaty Commission.
Learn to Skate happens on Monday for our Kindergarten-Gr. 2 students.
Rome Trip meeting on Monday @ 6:30pm for all students/ parents going to Rome.
Our Middle Years students have Enrichment classes on Tuesday.
Pii Day is on Tuesday for our Middle Years students.
Wednesday is Subway Lunch for those students who have ordered.
Our Gr. 8 students will be attending a Project 11 Youth Summit on Wednesday.
I will be attending a Human Rights Issues Workshop on Wednesday through the Manitoba of Independent Schools.
On Wednesday, Baby Henrik and Mrs. Boughton come for their next Roots of Empathy family visit. The kindergarten students will learn about Baby Henrik’s sleep patterns and schedule.
Friday is a Colour Day for St. Patrick’s Day. It will also be a $2.00 collection to help support Toonies for Tuition.
Friday is also our Science Fair day! Our Middle Years will be doing their first in-person Science Fair since before the pandemic. How exciting! Parents are invited to come to the main gym between 2:30-5:00pm to view the projects. All students will have an opportunity to tour the Science Fair on Friday afternoon before the end of the day.

Toonies for Tuition is a CCSTA-based initiative that works to raise money in order to help offset tuition funds for families attending Catholic schools in provinces with limited or no funding to the private education system. Each year at this time, all the Catholic schools in Manitoba do a colour day to raise money for this important cause.

NOT TOO FAR AWAY…

Book Fair Week begins on March 20^th.
Report cards are distributed on March 20^th.
Reconciliation for our Middle Years students is on March 22^nd across the street at St. Charles Parish.
Student Led Conferences will be held March 23^rd and the morning of March 24^th.
Some of our Middle Years students, and their parents, leave for Rome with Mrs. Prettie on March 25^th.

BASC

There is BLINE on Monday.
There is Wood Burning on Tuesday.
There is No Cheer & POM scheduled for Tuesday.
Wednesday is the St. Patty’s Day craft.
Friday, March 24^th BASC full day is full, closes at 4pm.
April’s forms are on the website.
May & June forms are coming.

If you don’t have access to a printer, copies can be requested and sent home.

Thanks Kim

OTHER

There is no Bake Sale on Monday.
Easter Lollipops are available to order for your child or friends on Permission Click.

We are looking for any donations for the Musical Gift Baskets, $20 is equal to 1 volunteer hour. If you can donate, please drop off in the front office marked Musical. Thank you.

St Charles Catholic School is proud to present the musical MTI Broadway Junior “Mary Poppins Jr.” The performances are on Monday, May 1^st at the Winnipeg Art Gallery. Shows are at 1:30 & 6:30 pm.

Tickets can be purchased through the front office beginning Monday, March 20, 2023. Tickets are $10.00, and cash or cheques are payable to SCCS. Children 4 and under get in free. Seating is first come first serve.

Any questions about tickets please contact Ms. Furutani.

BASC summer camp will be offered July 10^th – August 18^th, and applications will be available March 20^th. Contact Ms. Furutani if interested.

STUDENT-LED CONFERENCES K-5, MIDDLE YEARS PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES SIGN-UP GENIUS LINK

Student-led conferences are being held on Thursday, March 23^rd from 4:00-7:30pm, as well as Friday morning from 9:00-11:30am. Please check the link below to sign up to see your son/daughter’s teacher(s).

LINK TO SIGN UP FOR STUDENT LED/1:1 PARENT TEACHER INTERVIEWS Thursday, March 23 & Friday, March 24, 2023

LOADING ZONE PATROL

If you would like to help supervise the front-loading zone drop-off area in the mornings from 8:15-8:45am, please click on the link below.

LINK TO VOLUNTEER FOR LOADING ZONE PATROL

I will be in touch with you with more information.

Thank you,
Tammy

LENTEN MISSION—SILOAM SOCK/UNDERWEAR DRIVE

Two of our grade 5 students, Madison, and Selina, have started a socks and underwear drive for Siloam Mission. They are asking for new pairs of socks and underwear- all sizes and gender, to be brought to the school February 22, 2023- April 6, 2023.

Boxes will be in the front foyer of the school for students to make their contributions.

Through your support, Siloam Mission can provide vital services to improve the quality of life of those experiencing homelessness.

LENTEN MISSION—40 CANS FOR LENT

We are also collecting cans of food for Lent. This initiative is in conjunction with St. Charles Parish. Please send your cans of food with your child and help us fill the boxes in the front foyer of the school.

Thank you!

ONLINE FUNDRAISING APP FOR ST CHARLES SCHOOL

Check out online deals and get a gift card from Sport Chek, Lulumon, Nike, Amazon and many others.

https://www.flipgive.com/teams/282306 online, or download the FlipGive app on iPhone and Android/Samsung.

From your online fundraising team

GLENLEA GREENHOUSES FUNDRAISER-ORDER NOW!

Excited for Spring? We are once again partnering with Glenlea Greenhouses for a spring fundraiser. Order a variety of high-quality plants and veggies online and our school will benefit! All orders can be placed online now until April 15^th, and you’re encouraged to order early for best selection. The Greenhouse has indicated that this is a popular fundraiser and they do sell out of plants. Simply follow the details in the enclosed letter. The plants will be delivered to St. Charles Catholic School on Tuesday, May 23, 2023. If you have any questions, please contact SCCSspringplants@gmail.com Thank you for your support!

OUR KIN KAR RAFFLE IS BACK!!

Tickets are on sale now. Just scan the QR code or click on the link below and it will take you to our unique sales code. This way St. Charles gets 50% of the proceeds of every ticket sold under that code. Tickets are 1 for $10, 3 for $20 or 10 for $50.

The final draw is on Monday, June 26^th, 2023.

https://www.fundingchange.ca/wpgkinsmen/Y6C1_YMd0X8pSGjV/Y-6C9X5Atyuo36r1

SCCS GOLF TOURNAMENT

Save the date!!!! Thursday, May 25, 2023 @ Breezy Bend Golf Course. More details to follow but as per usual we will need lots of help. Golfers! Sponsors! and Prizes!

If you can help or donate in anyway email andreasiwak@shaw.ca

TRIVIA NIGHT AT ST. CHARLES PARISH

Are you ready to put that seemingly useless knowledge to the test? St. Charles Parish (320 St. Charles St.) is hosting a Trivia Night on Saturday, March 18 with the doors opening at 6:00 pm and the trivia game beginning at 7:00 pm. The teams can range in size from 6 to 10 members and there are a wide variety of topics including TV, sports, music, history and geography. (Hint – It is an advantage to have a variety of ages on your team.) Gather your team in advance or form one when you arrive. There will be a canteen with light snacks. Cost: 12 + over $10, 5 to 11 years $5, and under 5 are Free. Tickets are available after weekend masses or thru the Parish office 204-889-3248.

Looks like we’re in for a nice weekend, so enjoy every minute!

Don’t forget to set your clocks ahead an hour this weekend.
See you next week!
Tammy

Principal’s Weekly Update – February 24th, 2023

Thus says the Lord: I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert. (Isaiah 43:14, 19)

Update Attachments – Spring GLENLEA Plant Fundraiser : Vendors Welcome Spring SCCS Craft Fair : KinKar Raffle

Please keep Mrs. Marsh Hamm and her family in your prayers. Mrs. Marsh Hamm’s Mom passed away this week, and she had to fly to New Brunswick. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Mrs. Marsh Hamm.

TAKE A LOOK AT WHAT HAPPENED THIS WEEK…

Welcome to Ms. Sharie Fogel, our new K-5 French teacher. Ms. Fogel joined our school community this week to take over Mme. McIsaac’s maternity leave. We are happy to have her here!
Monday was Louis Riel Day. There was no school.
Tuesday morning, we began our day with our annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake Breakfast. Thank you very much to all parents who volunteered and donated items. Your hard work and generosity did not go unnoticed and were very much appreciated.
Tuesday morning was also Enrichment classes for our Middle Years students.
Wednesday was Ash Wednesday, and we had our Ash Wednesday School Mass with Fr. Michael.
Wednesday was Pizza Lunch for those students who ordered.
We began Thursday with a Pink Shirt Day Assembly. It was so nice to see a “sea of pink.” The message of kindness was shared, and making kindness a priority everyday was stressed. Our younger students got together with their buddies to do some kindness activities after lunch, and it was a lot of fun! A special thank you to my Safe & Caring Staff Committee for making this day so meaningful for our students.
Thursday evening our PAC Meeting was held in our cafeteria at 6:30pm.
On Thursday evening, some of my staff and Board members attended the annual Manitoba Federation of Independent Schools Dinner/Evening at the Victoria Inn.
Re-registrations were due today for the 2022-2023 school year.
Outstanding Middle Years assignments were due today for credit in term 2.
The upcoming School Musical cast members hosted a Bake Sale today.
Mrs. Prettie and I will be participating in the annual Board of Directors Retreat/Planning Session this evening.

LOOKING AHEAD TO NEXT WEEK….

Monday Baby Henrik and his mom will be here for our family Roots of Empathy family visit.
Learn to Skate is on Monday for our K-2 students.
Tuesday is Enrichment classes for our Middle Years students.
“Dress as your favourite book character” also happens on Tuesday. I can’t wait to see all the “characters” come to school!
Wednesday Power School will be shut down to parents so that teachers can start preparing for Term two report cards.
Wednesday is Subway Lunch for those students who have ordered.
Friday is Report Card Writing Day for teachers, so it is an Inservice day/no school.

NOT TOO FAR AWAY…

Our Grs. 3-5 Choir will be competing in the Manitoba Music Festival on March 9^th @ 10:00am. Details to follow.
Our Middle Years choir will be competing in the Manitoba Music Festival on March 10^th @ 12:30pm. Details to follow.
There is a Rome Trip meeting for all families going to Rome on Monday, March 13^th @ 6:30pm.
Our Middle Years Science Fair is coming on Friday, March 17^th.
Friday, March 17^th will also be a Colour Day for St. Patrick’s Day. We will also be collecting for Toonies for Tuition $2 that day. More information to follow.
Book Fair Week begins on March 20^th.
Report cards are distributed on March 20^th.
Reconciliation for our Middle Years students is on March 22^nd.
Student Led Conferences will be held March 23^rd and the morning of March 24^th. More details to follow.
Some of our Middle Years students, and their parents, leave for Rome with Mrs. Prettie on March 25^th.

BASC

Next week is a new month.
Reminder, you need to submit a BASC form to attend.
There is BLINE on Monday.
There is Cheer/POM on Tuesday.
There is BLINE on Wednesday.
No school on Friday. You needed to be registered to attend BASC.
St Patty’s craft still has some spots.
BASC tax receipts have all been handed out, any concerns please do not hesitate to contact me(Kim).
Friday, March 24^th BASC closes at 4pm.
BASC’s April, May, June forms to be posted soon.

“Thank you everyone for the support of the Bake Sale.” Any questions please do not hesitate to contact me.

Thanks Kim

LENTEN MISSION—SILOAM SOCK/UNDERWEAR DRIVE

Two of our grade 5 students, Madison, and Selena, have started a socks and underwear drive for Siloam Mission. They are asking for new pairs of socks and underwear- all sizes and gender, to be brought to the school February 22, 2023- April 6, 2023. Boxes will be in the front foyer of the school for students to make their contributions. Through your support, Siloam Mission can provide vital services to improve the quality of life of those experiencing homelessness.

Thanking you in advance for your contributions.

LENTEN MISSION—40 CANS FOR LENT

Thank you!

ONLINE FUNDRAISING APP FOR ST CHARLES SCHOOL

Check out online deals and get a gift card from Sport Chek, Lulumon, Nike, Amazon and many others.

https://www.flipgive.com/teams/282306 online, or download the FlipGive app on iPhone and Android/Samsung.

From your online fundraising team

GLENLEA GREENHOUSES FUNDRAISER-ORDER NOW!

OUR KIN KAR RAFFLE IS BACK!!

The final draw is on Monday, June 26^th, 2023.

https://www.fundingchange.ca/wpgkinsmen/Y6C1_YMd0X8pSGjV/Y-6C9X5Atyuo36r1

SCCS GOLF TOURNAMENT

Save the date!!!! Thursday, May 25, 2023 @ Breezy Bend Golf Course. More details to follow but as per usual we will need lots of help. Golfers! Sponsors! and Prizes!

If you can help or donate in anyway email andreasiwak@shaw.ca

COMMUNITY NEWS

2023 outdoor soccer registration for Sturgeon Heights CC

https://leagues.teamlinkt.com/sturgeon

March 9th: 6:30-9:00pm

March 18th: 10:00am-1:00pm
Todd Povey
Sturgeon Heights soccer convenor

Happy Weekend!

See you all next week!

Tammy

Principal’s Weekly Update – February 16th, 2023

Everything is possible for one who believes. (Mark 9:23)

Update Attachments – Spring GLENLEA Plant Fundraiser :

TAKE A LOOK AT WHAT HAPPENED THIS WEEK…

Monday, we began our annual Catholic Schools Week with an assembly. Thank you to the teachers of the Grs. 3-5 grade level team for hosting this assembly.
Monday was also Learn to Skate for our K-2 students.
On Monday, our Middle Years students had the opportunity to go snowshoeing. Thank you to Ms. Carter for picking up and taking back all the snowshoes.
Tuesday, the fun continued with a Red, White & Pink Colour Day for students and staff. The K-2 students also went bowling in the afternoon.
On Tuesday, our Middle Years students did cookie decorating in the cafeteria.
Wednesday was Subway Lunch for those students who ordered.
Wednesday our Gr. 6 students headed to U-Puttz.
Wednesday was also a Colour Day.
Kevin Klein was here on Wednesday for I Love to Read month. He read to our gr. 1-2 class.
Thursday was 100-Day for our K-2 students.
Our Grs. 3-5 students headed off to the Manitoba Museum on Thursday.
Our Middle Years students also enjoyed some skating on Thursday.
Everyone enjoyed a Colour Day on Thursday as well.

LOOKING AHEAD TO NEXT WEEK….

There is no school/no BASC on Feb. 20^th as it is Louis Riel Day.
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Breakfast is coming Feb. 21^st.
Ash Wednesday School Mass is on Feb. 22^nd. Fr. Michael will be celebrating Mass.
It’s Pizza Lunch on Wednesday for those students who have ordered.
Pink Shirt Day will be held on Feb. 23^rd. We will begin the day with an assembly.
Our next PAC Meeting will be held on Thursday, February 23^rd @ 6:30pm in the school cafeteria. Please use your fobs to enter through the main front doors.
All outstanding Middle Years assignments are due on Friday, February 24^th to be credited towards term 2 marks.
Re-registrations for the 2023-2024 school year are due no later than Feb. 24^th to secure your spot for the next school year.

NOT TOO FAR AWAY…

February 28^th is Dress as your Favourite Book Character at SCCS.
Powerschool will be closed to parents on March 1^st by the end of the day.
Baby Henrik is coming for his next Roots of Empathy family visit on March 2^nd.
Friday, March 3^rd is an Inservice Day. There is no school as teachers will be writing report cards.
Our Grs. 3-5 Choir will be competing in the Manitoba Music Festival on March 9^th @ 10:00am. Details to follow.
Our Middle Years choir will be competing in the Manitoba Music Festival onMarch 10^th @ 12:30pm. Details to follow.

BASC

There is Cheer/POM on Tuesday.
There is BLINE on Wednesday.
The Fun Craft is on Thursday with a few spots left.
March forms are on the website.
The St Patty’s Craft still has spots left.
March 3^rd no school full day BASC with a field trip is almost full.
If you need BASC on Friday, March 3^rd you must be registered by Tuesday, February 21^st as we need to book ahead and staff accordingly.
March 24^th BASC closes at 4PM.

Any questions please do not hesitate to contact me.

Thanks Kim

OTHER

There is a Musical Bake Sale on Friday, Feb 24th.

Thank you for your support.

The Musical Team

SHROVE TUESDAY SIGN-UP GENIUS LINK

Our Shrove Tuesday Pancake Breakfast is fast approaching, and we are still in need of volunteers and donations to make this event successful.
If you can help in any way, please click on the Sign-up Genius link below and add your name.

ITEMS NEEDED for SHROVE TUESDAY BREAKFAST Tuesday, February 21, 2023
Thanking you in advance for your support. 😊

PAC MEETING

Our next PAC Meeting will be held on Thursday, February 23^rd @ 6:30pm in the school cafeteria. Please use your fobs to enter through the main front doors.

VIP HOURS UPDATE

All SCCS Families are required to complete 20 volunteer hours or remit $450 to opt out. Currently, there are a significant number of families that have 0 VIP hours logged. If you have completed any volunteer hours, please sign into the SCCS website and click the VIP tab, scroll down and click on VIP HOURS PERMISSION CLICK button and complete the form. Please note, each volunteer occurrence/event/donation requires a separate entry.

We ask that all families complete the Permission Click log for outstanding VIP hours by Monday Feb 20^TH.

VIP hours standards:

Fundraising Event Coordinator = 20 hours (All past and upcoming coordinators please log your hours)
Parent Class Reps = 10 hours
Learn to skate Volunteer = 1.5 hours for each class
Donation of item $20 = 1 VIP hour
Board member = 20 hours

If you have signed up through Sign up Genius to volunteer for an event or to donate items, you are still required to log your hours through Permission Click.

SCCS acknowledges that families may experience extenuating circumstances that limit their ability to complete VIP hours, we request that you contact the VIP coordinator in these rare cases.

There are still a significant number of opportunities that require volunteers to ensure successful events. Sign up genius links will be sent out as opportunities arise, but feel free to reach out to the VIP coordinator at vip@stccs.ca if you require assistance.

Thank you for contributing to the success of SCCS!

Fundraising & VIP

SPENST PIZZA FUNDRAISER PERMISSION CLICK LINK

Please note that there is a date correction for ordering.

Orders and payments must be in by Friday, February 24^th, 2023.

https://permission.click/YjAEv/cals Thank you

ONLINE FUNDRAISING APP FOR ST. CHARLES CATHOLIC SCHOOL

Check out online deals and get a gift card from Sport Chek, Lulumon, Nike, Amazon and many others.

https://www.flipgive.com/teams/282306 online, or download the FlipGive app on iPhone and Android/Samsung.

From your online fundraising team

GLENLEA GREENHOUSES FUNDRAISER-ORDER NOW!

Excited for Spring? We are once again partnering with Glenlea Greenhouses for a spring fundraiser. Order a variety of high-quality plants and veggies online and our school will benefit! All orders can be placed online now until April 15^th, and you’re encouraged to order early for best selection. The Greenhouse has indicated that this is a popular fundraiser and they do sell out of plants. Simply follow the details in the enclosed letter. The plants will be delivered to St. Charles Catholic School on Tuesday, May 23, 2023. If you have any questions, please contact SCCSspringplants@gmail.com. Thank you for your support!

SCCS GOLF TOURNAMENT

Save the date!!!! Thursday, May 25, 2023 @ Breezy Bend Golf Course. More details to follow but as per usual we will need lots of help. Golfers! Sponsors! and Prizes!

If you can help or donate in anyway email andreasiwak@shaw.ca

Catholic Schools Week has been an amazing week full of activities and fun! Thank you so very much to all my staff, who worked very hard to make this week such a great week for our students. Thank you to all the parent volunteers who helped in so many ways. This week would not have been the success it was without your support. 😊

Our last Catholic Schools Week was in February 2020. Look how far we’ve come.Wishing you a terrific long weekend!
See you all on Tuesday!

Tammy

Principal’s Weekly Update

The Lord is my strength and my song, and He has become my salvation. (Exodus 15:2)

Update Attachments – Spring GLENLEA Plant Fundraiser : Shrove Tuesday Call Out 2023

TAKE A LOOK AT WHAT HAPPENED THIS WEEK…

Our Middle Years students began their week of exams on Monday. Exams ran until Thursday, with all afternoons being study hall options.
Mrs. Prettie and I attended a Governance Fundamentals Workshop through MFIS on Tuesday after school.
Wednesday, our K-2 students had a guest speaker from the Treaty Commission.
Wednesday was Pizza Lunch for those students who ordered.
I was away Wednesday morning at my monthly Principal’s Meeting at the Archdiocese office.
Friday, our Middle Years students had an opportunity to go on a Ski Trip. This trip hasn’t happened since pre-Covid.
Friday was also Crazy Sock & Joke Day at SCCS for our K-5 students.
Tomorrow is the World Day of the Sick.

LOOKING AHEAD TO NEXT WEEK….

Catholic Schools Week officially begins on Monday. We will kick off the week with a Catholic Schools Day Assembly on Monday.
Learn to Skate is also on Monday for our K-2 students.
Red, White, & Pink Colour Day is on Tuesday.
Our K-2 students will be going bowling on Tuesday afternoon.
Wednesday is Colour Day for all students and staff.
Wednesday is also Subway Lunch for those students who have ordered.
Gr. 6 students are going to U-Puttz on Wednesday.
On Thursday, it’s 100 Day for our K-2 students.
Colour Day on Thursday for all students and staff.
Our Grs. 3-5 students will be going to the Manitoba Museum on Thursday.
Our Middle Years students will be going skating on Thursday morning.
On Friday, there is no school as teaching staff will be participating in our annual Catholic Schools Day PD Day at St. Paul’s High School.
On Sunday, February 19^th is the Manitoba Moose Game for our school community. Please see the emails sent out separately regarding details about that evening.

*There are also other activities happening during Catholic Schools Week for all grade levels. Classroom teachers will be sharing those with their own classroom parents.

NOT TOO FAR AWAY…

There is no school/no BASC on Feb. 20^th as it is Louis Riel Day.
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Breakfast is coming Feb. 21^st.
Ash Wednesday School Mass is on Feb. 22^nd.
Pink Shirt Day will be held on Feb. 23^rd.
Our next PAC Meeting will be held on Thursday, February 23^rd @ 6:30pm in the school cafeteria. Please use your fobs to enter through the main front doors.
Re-registrations for the 2023-2024 school year are due no later than Feb. 24^th to secure your spot for the next school year.
Re-registrations will be distributed on January 30^th for the 2023-2024 school year.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Please remember that BASC opens at 7am and closes at 6pm. Do not drop off your child prior to 7:00am.

If students are dropped off at the school between 7:00 am and 8:15 am, they are required to go the BASC and will be charged accordingly. There are no exceptions.

Morning recess is at 8:15 until the bell rings at 8:35am.

Thank you for your understanding and support.

LOST AND FOUND

On Monday and Tuesday after school, there will be lost and found items on display on tables in the front foyer. Wednesday morning, these items will be packed up and donated. Please take this opportunity to take “one more look” if you are missing any of your child’s items. Thank you.

BASC

There is BLINE on Monday.
No Cheer or POM scheduled for Tuesday.
No BLINE scheduled for Wednesday.
No school on Friday. Full Day BASC is full.
BASC Tax receipts will be sent home during next week.

Any questions please do not hesitate to contact me.

Thanks Kim

SHROVE TUESDAY SIGN-UP GENIUS LINK

Our annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake Breakfast on Tuesday, February 21^st is back! Please see the Sign-Up Genius link for volunteer opportunities:

I TEMS NEEDED for SHROVE TUESDAY BREAKFAST Tuesday, February 21, 2023

PAC MEETING

Our next PAC Meeting will be held on Thursday, February 23^rd @ 6:30pm in the school cafeteria. Please use your fobs to enter through the main front doors.

VIP HOURS

Dear SCCS families, our VIP coordinator has had to step down from this role. If you have emailed the VIP email over the past few months, our sincere apologies that you may not have had any response. The Fundraising Committee will be addressing each email as quickly as possible. If you have volunteered for SCCS please ensure you continue to log all VIP hours through permission click. If you need VIP hours and are interested in taking on the VIP Coordinator role, please email fundraising at fundraising@stccs.ca.

Thank you for your patience,

SCCS Fundraising

SPENST PIZZA FUNDRAISER PERMISSION CLICK LINK

We are having a Spenst Pizza fundraiser this month. Please click the Permission Click link below for more information

https://permission.click/YjAEv/cals

ONLINE FUNDRAISING APP FOR ST. CHARLES CATHOLIC SCHOOL

Valentine’s Day and Game Day

If you are looking for ideas for your sweetheart for Valentine’s, or making plans for the big game, check out online deals and get a gift card from Sport Chek, Lulumon, Nike, Amazon and many others.

https://www.flipgive.com/teams/282306 online, or download the FlipGive app on iPhone and Android/Samsung.

From your online fundraising team

GLENLEA GREENHOUSES FUNDRAISER-ORDER NOW!

Excited for Spring? We are once again partnering with Glenlea Greenhouses for a spring fundraiser. Order a variety of high-quality plants and veggies online and our school will benefit! All orders can be placed online now until April 15^th, and you’re encouraged to order early for best selection. The Greenhouse has indicated that this is a popular fundraiser and they do sell out of plants. Simply follow the details in the enclosed letter. The plants will be delivered to St. Charles Catholic School on Tuesday, May 23, 2023. If you have any questions, please contact SCCSspringplants@gmail.com. Thank you for your support!

SCCS GOLF TOURNAMENT

Save the date!!!! Thursday, May 25, 2023 @ Breezy Bend Golf Course. More details to follow but as per usual we will need lots of help. Golfers! Sponsors! and Prizes!

If you can help or donate in anyway email andreasiwak@shaw.ca

Have a terrific weekend and stay warm. 😊

Tammy

Principal’s Weekly Update

Whoever does the will of God lives forever. (1 John 2:17)

Update Attachments – Spring Plant Fundraiser : Mini Warriors BasketballVolleyball Flyer

TAKE A LOOK AT WHAT HAPPENED THIS WEEK…

On Monday, re-registrations for the 2023-2024 school year were distributed. They are due back by February 24^th, 2023.
Tuesday was School Mass. Msgr. Comeault celebrated Mass with us.
Tuesday was our annual Kinder Fair and Grs. 1-8 General Open House. A very special thank you to the parents who provided the refreshments for this evening. They were enjoyed by all who attended!
I Love to Read month began on Wednesday, and we had a kickoff assembly to celebrate.
Wednesday was Subway Lunch for those students who ordered.
Popcorn Day was on Friday.

LOOKING AHEAD TO NEXT WEEK…

Our Middle Years students begin their exams on Monday-Thursday. Wishing all of our students the best of luck as they journey through next week. Information was sent home this week to all families with important details on exam procedures.
Learn to Skate continues Monday for our K-2 students.
Mrs. Prettie and I will be attending a workshop on Tuesday after school on Governance Fundamentals.
I will be away Wednesday morning at my Principal’s Meeting at the Archdiocese office.
On Wednesday morning, our K-2 students will be having a guest speaker from the National Truth & Reconciliation office.
Wednesday is Pizza Lunch for those students who have ordered.
Friday is the Ski Trip for our Middle Years students. There are no Middle Years classes that day as all Middle Years teachers are on the Ski Trip.
Friday is Crazy Sock & Joke Day for our K-5 students.

NOT TOO FAR AWAY …

Catholic Schools Week begins Feb. 13^th-17^th. Many fun-filled activities are being planned for that week. 😊
There will be no school on Feb. 17^th as staff will be participating in our annual Catholic Schools Day PD Conference at St. Paul’s High School.
There is no school/no BASC on Feb. 20^th as it is Louis Riel Day.
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Breakfast is coming Feb. 21^st.
Ash Wednesday School Mass is on Feb. 22^nd.
Pink Shirt Day will be held on Feb. 23^rd.
Re-registrations for the 2023-2024 school year are due no later than Feb. 24^th to secure your spot for the next school year.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Please remember that BASC opens at 7am and closes at 6pm. Do not drop off your child prior to 7:00am.

If students are dropped off at the school between 7:00 am and 8:15 am, they are required to go to BASC and will be charged accordingly. There are no exceptions.

Morning recess is at 8:15 until the bell rings at 8:35am.

Thank you for your understanding and support.

BASC

There is BLINE on Monday.
There is Cheer & POM on Tuesday.
The Valentine craft is on Wednesday.
There is No BLINE scheduled on Wednesday.
There is no school on Friday, February 17th , there is full day BASC with a few spots left but must be registered by Monday February 6^th to attend.
No school and no BASC on Monday, February 20^th.

Thanks Kim

**Please make sure your child has utensils to eat their lunches as plastic spoons and forks are becoming obsolete.

WELL WISHES

Wishing Bronson, one of our Gr. 5 students, all the best as he and his family leave our SCCS community to move to their new home. Good luck Bronson! We will miss you.

Also, wishing Mr. Clinton Sahulka, our K-5 term French teacher, the best as he leaves our SCCS community. Mr. Sahulka resigned this week due to personal reasons.

ONLINE FUNDRAISING APP FOR ST. CHARLES CATHOLIC SCHOOL

Welcome to 2023 everyone! For those interested in supporting our school, you can load up and get yourself a coffee at Starbucks, a book at Indigo, and maybe a new pair of shoes at SportCheck while supporting your school. Boston Pizza also has a good deal on for us now too, amongst many others.

Check us out here anytime! Don’t forget the app on iPhone and Android.

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SCCS Online Fundraising Team

GLENLEA GREENHOUSES FUNDRAISER – ORDER NOW!

Excited for Spring? We are once again partnering with Glenlea Greenhouses for a Spring Fundraiser. Order a variety of high-quality plants and veggies online and our school will benefit! All orders can be placed online now until April 15^th, and you’re encouraged to order early for best selection. The Greenhouse has indicated that this is a popular fundraiser and they do sell out of plants. Simply follow the details in the enclosed letter. The plants will be delivered to St. Charles Catholic School on Tuesday, May 23, 2023. If you have any questions, please contact SCCSspringplants@gmail.com Thank you for your support!

Ever-loving God, with sincere hearts and open minds, may we always embrace differences in each other, celebrate the infinite variety of humanity, and share in the diverse life experiences that you send us. We ask this through Jesus Christ, our brother. Amen.

Looks like the weather is supposed improve over the weekend.
Looking forward to some warmer temperatures and seeing all of you on Monday!

Tammy

Principal’s Weekly Update

Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. (Isaiah 40:31)

Update Attachments – BrendenS Contest Winner : BrendenS Winning Poem

TAKE A LOOK AT WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK…

Two independent school liaisons from the Department of Education spent the day at SCCS on January 17^th. The purpose of the visit was to make sure that we are adhering to the requirements for provincial funding, as well as other applicable components of The Public Schools Act and The Education Administration Act plus pertinent regulations, department policy, and Ministerial directives. Mrs. Prettie and I spent part of the day speaking with our guests about school operations, and curriculum implementation. They also spent time observing in classrooms and interacting with staff and students throughout the day.
Tuesday was also Enrichment for our Middle Years students.
Subway Lunch was on Wednesday for those students who ordered.
I participated in my annual Principal’s Retreat Wednesday-Friday. The theme of the retreat was: “Seeing God in All Things: A Taste of the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola for Administrators.”

TAKE A LOOK AT WHAT HAPPENED THIS WEEK….

Our K-2 students had Learn to Skate on Monday.
Tuesday, our Middle Years students had Advisory groups.
Wednesday, our grades 3-5 students participated in an Anti-Bullying Presentation put on by the Bisons.
Wednesday was also Pizza Day for those students who ordered.
Thursday one of the Knights of Columbus was here to present some book certificates to the winners of our Keep Christ in Christmas Colouring Contest. We had 11 winners in total, and 4 of those winners had their picture sent on to the provincial contest! A very special congratulations to the following students:
- Charlotte (Gr. 6) 1^st place
- Leo (Gr. 5) 2^nd place
- Bronson (Gr. 5) 3^rd place
- Kaylee (Gr. 3) 1^st place
- Rayala (Gr. 4) 2^nd place
- Lillian (Gr. 2) 1^st place
- Victoria (Gr. 1) 2^nd place
- Ben S (Gr.1) 3^rd place
- Vanessa S (KL) 1^st place
- Mia V(KL) 2^nd place
- Walker N (KF) 3^rd place

A very special congratulations to Charlotte, Kaylee, Lillian, and Vanessa whose pictures were sent to the provincials!
We are proud of all our winners, and to all our students who entered this contest.

Thursday, we had baby Henrik and Mrs. Boughton visit for Roots of Empathy. Our Kindergarten students learned the importance of a diaper bag, its contents, and taking care of baby Henrik. It was exciting because baby Henrik also sucked his thumb for the first time when visiting SCCS! 😊
Friday was an Inservice Day. Staff participated in a Faith Development Retreat led by Fr. Eric. The day was divided into 4 parts and focused on adult formation.
Our theme of the day was “Who Is God? What is the purpose of Creation and the coming of Christ? and Does God’s Plan of Salvation include all Creation too?” It was a very reflective day, filled with lots of great discussion and sharing.

LOOKING AHEAD TO NEXT WEEK…

Monday is Learn to Skate for our K-2 students.
Re-registrations will be distributed on January 30^th for the 2023-2024 school year.
School Mass will be held on January 31^st. Msgr. Comeault will be celebrating the Mass with us.
Our annual Kinder Fair and Grs. 1-8 General Open House will be held on January 31^st as well. Kinder Fair begins at 6:00pm, and the Grs. 1-8 General Open House begins at 6:30pm.
Wednesday is our kickoff assembly for “I Love to Read Month”. Our staff committee for this wonderful month have a lot of great ideas for students and staff to participate in. More details to follow!
Wednesday is also Subway Lunch for those students who have ordered.
Popcorn Day will be held Friday.

CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations to Gbolabo in Gr. 8 who had the opportunity to drop the puck at the Jets game a couple of weeks ago! This was part of her experience with Project 11, and her interview with Blake Wheeler prior to Christmas holidays. How exciting!

Congratulations to Brenden in Gr. 5 who found out yesterday that his Remembrance Day poem won first place in the junior poem Remembrance Day literacy contest! Fantastic job, Brenden!

NOT TOO FAR AWAY …

Middle Years exams are just around the corner, and will be held February 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, & 9^th. Parents of Middle Years students will receive more detailed information next week.
The Middle Years Ski Trip will be held February 19^th.
Crazy Sock & Joke Day will be happening on February 10^th.

BASC

New month on Wednesday, BASC forms need to be submitted.
There is BLINE on Monday.
There is no scheduled Cheer and POM on Tuesday.
There is BLINE on Wednesday.
There are a few spots left in the Crafts.
Full day BASC on Friday, February 17^th There is no field trip, but you still need to be registered to attend by Feb 3^rd, some spots left.
Monday, February 20^th there is No School, No BASC.
March forms are on the website. Only 3 spots left in the wood burning.

Reminder: If your child is attending BASC a form and payment needs to be submitted before attending. We need to know who is attending ahead of time. Please do not just tell your son/daughter to go to BASC. Texting me that your child needs to go to BASC is for last minutes changes. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. If you have any questions about BASC please do not hesitate to contact me. Thanks Kim

OTHER

Friday, February 3^rd is Popcorn Day. All proceeds go to Holy Childhood. Thank you for your support.

ONLINE FUNDRAISING APP FOR ST. CHARLES CATHOLIC SCHOOL

Check us out here anytime! Don’t forget the app on iPhone and Android.

https://www.flipgive.com/teams/282306

SCCS Online Fundraising Team

Have a terrific weekend and stay warm. 😊

Tammy

Principal’s Weekly Update

If you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is. (Colossians 3:4)

Update Attachments –

Happy New Year! I hope that January is off to a good start for you. I’d like to share with our school community that Mme. McIsaac had her baby; a lovely little girl named Everlee Cornelia. She was born on January 3^rd, at 6lbs. 9oz, and 19 inches long. Everyone is doing well, and Mme. McIsaac and her husband are loving their new roles as parents! Congratulations to them both as they journey down this new life path!

TAKE A LOOK AT WHAT HAPPENED THIS WEEK ….

Our to K-2’s began their Learn to Skate lessons on Monday. What a great time they had! Many of our students have never skated, but they gave it their all. It was fun to watch, and we’re already looking forward to next week!
Our Middle Years students had their Enrichment classes on Tuesday.
Pizza Day lunch was on Wednesday for those students who ordered.
Mrs. Boughton and Baby Henrik were here for the Roots of Empathy family visit on Wednesday morning. The theme for this visit was crying, and the kindergarten students learned that babies cry for various reasons.
I attended a Manitoba Federation of Independent Schools education committee meeting Thursday morning.

WHAT’S COMING UP NEXT WEEK? Looking Ahead ……

Learn to Skate happens on Monday for our K-2 students. I was told that if there were any parents who would like to come and skate with their child’s class, they are more than welcome to. 😊
Holy Childhood banks need to be returned by Monday to classroom teachers.
Tuesday, SCCS will have a visit from the Department of Education. Our funded independent schools’ liaisons will spend the day visiting our school, meeting with Admin. and staff, and will visit classrooms.
Tuesday morning, our Middle Years students will have Enrichment classes.
Wednesday is Subway Lunch for those students who ordered.
Please note that I will be away on my annual Principal’s Retreat Wednesday afternoon, Thursday, and Friday. I will not be checking emails consistently as wifi is not always good, and I can’t always log in to my school account. Also, there will be no Principal’s Weekly Update on January 20^th. The next update will be on January 27^th. I will be checking in with Mrs. Prettie daily and keeping up to date with life at SCCS though. 😊

NOT TOO FAR AWAY…

Pizza lunch will be on Wednesday, January 25^th for those students who ordered.sent out on January 13^th.
There is no school on January 27^th because teaching staff will be participating in a Faith Development Retreat with Fr. Eric.
K-2 Learn to Skate begins on January 9^th.
Holy Childhood Association banks are to be returned to your child’s classroom teacher no later than January 16^th.
There is no school on January 27^th because teaching staff will be participating in a Faith Development Retreat with Fr. Eric.
Re-registrations will be distributed on January 30^th for the 2023-2024 school year.
School Mass will be held on January 31^st.
Our annual Kinder Fair and Grs. 1-8 General Open House will be held on January 31^st as well. Kinder Fair begins at 6:00pm, and the Grs. 1-8 General Open House begins at 6:30pm.

BASC

There is BLINE on Monday.
There is Cheer and POM on Tuesday.
There is BLINE on Wednesday.
Rolling Sushi is on Thursday.
The week of Jan 23^rd to 27^th is very busy with:
BLINE, Cheer, POM, Baking Cookies, Making Donuts and no school on Friday, January27^th.
BASC full day on January 27^th is full.

February and March forms are coming with two crafts in February and a Field Trip, Beyblade Tournament, Woodburning and a Craft in March. If you do not have a printer, I can send a copy home with your child.

Reminder: If your child is attending, BASC a form and payment needs to be submitted before attending. We need to know who is attending BASC ahead of time. Please do not just tell your child to go to BASC. Texting me that your child needs to go to BASC is for last minute changes. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. If you have any questions about BASC please do not hesitate to contact me.

Other: There is a Bake Sale on Friday, January 20th.

Goodie’s cost 50 cents to $2.00.

Thanks Kim

ONLINE FUNDRAISING APP FOR ST. CHARLES CATHOLIC SCHOOL

Check us out here anytime! Don’t forget the app on iPhone and Android.

https://www.flipgive.com/teams/282306

SCCS Online Fundraising Team

God of Newness, bless this new year, As we make our individual promises to you, help us to fulfill our oaths. Give us the strength to persevere and maintain a true course. Amen.

Wishing you a terrific weekend!

See you all on Monday!
Tammy

Christmas Email from Mrs. Narynski

Dear SCCS Families:

I would like to take this opportunity to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a wonderful holiday season! It is such a special time of year.

My hope is that you take some time over the holidays to create those special family memories and enjoy a sense of peace and wonder that only this time of the year brings.

Thank you to all of you who have sent in good wishes, kind words, treats for the staffroom, and other items for staff. Your generosity and thoughtfulness are sincerely appreciated.

I’d also like to wish Mme. Melissa McIsaac all the best as she begins her maternity leave after Christmas holidays. We wish her blessings as she journeys into this new phase of her life. Becoming a new Mom is a great way to start a new year!

I’d like to extend a warm welcome to Mr. Clinton Sahulka, who will be joining the SCCS community and taking over Mme. McIsaac’s position while she is away on her maternity leave. Here’s some information to help introduce you to Mr. Sahulka.

“My name is Clinton Sahulka, and I will be the Kindergarten to Grade 5 French language teacher at St. Charles Catholic School while Mme McIsaac is away on maternity leave. I am very grateful for the exciting opportunity given to me to teach your children the French language. I have made French the focus of my teaching career with many years of experience working as a French Immersion mathematics, science, and language instructor for students in Grade 4 through to Grade 9. My hope is that the enthusiasm that I have for the French language will, in turn, inspire your children to grow in their own understanding, appreciation and use of the language. I look forward to meeting all of you as I teach at St. Charles Catholic School.“

Please note, that the school is closed from December 22^nd to January 4^th inclusively, and emails will be responded to when staff return from their Christmas holidays on January 5th. If your child has left something at school over the break, they can get it when they return on January 5^th.

Lastly, we are providing you with a link to our Christmas Concert video. Thank you for all the positive feedback regarding the concerts. We had a great time, and it was so much fun being able to do the concerts in person once again.

Here is the link:

Also, just some general neighbourhood housekeeping information, the Augier Avenue access at Provincial Trunk Highway 100 (South Perimeter) will be barricaded on December 23^rd, 2022. The plan is to close this access permanently in the spring of 2023.

I leave you with this prayer.

Loving God, we are all servants of Christ. Help us to remember amid the busy preparations for visiting with friends and family that in everyone, rich or poor, and in every time, joyous or solemn, You are there. We ask this through Your Son, our Saviour Jesus Christ. Amen.

Merry Christmas! See you on January 5^th!

Tammy

Principal’s Weekly Update

When they saw that the star had stopped, they were overwhelmed with joy. (Matthew 2:10)

Update Attachments –

Please note that I will be sending out an email on Wednesday, December 21^st to all SCCS families. This update is the last one until we return from Christmas holidays. The next update will be sent out on January 13^th.

LET’S LOOK AT THIS WEEK IN REVIEW:

Monday, we began our third week of Advent prayer services. The theme is JOY as we get closer to Christmas and the birth of our Saviour, Jesus.
Monday, the Kindergarten students had their first Roots of Empathy family visit with Mrs. Boughton and Baby Henrik, our teacher for the program. The students learned about Henrik’s temperament, things that he can and can’t do, and were able to ask Mrs. Boughton other questions too. We can’t wait until their next family visit in January! 😊
On Tuesday, our Middle Years students participated in Reconciliation over at St. Charles Parish.
Enrichment classes followed Reconciliation Tuesday morning.
Wednesday was Pizza Day for those students who ordered.
Our Christmas Concert Dress Rehearsal was held Thursday morning.
St. Paul the Apostle Parish picked up all the items for the Christmas hampers Thursday morning. Thank you all so very much for your support and help with this important project.
Today were our annual Christmas Concerts. It was wonderful to be able to host it in person again this year. Congratulations to all the students for your wonderful performances, and to the all the staff for your support/help. Thank you to all our parent volunteers. A very special congratulations to Mrs. Gregorchuk and Ms. Kynman! What amazing concerts! Second to none!

WHAT’S COMING UP NEXT WEEK? Looking Ahead ……

Christmas Spirit Week begins on Monday. Monday is wear your favourite pajamas for Christmas PJ Day.
Monday is our last Advent prayer service before Christmas. This week our theme is love.
Tuesday is Dress in Green, Red & White day. Get those Christmas colours going!
Tuesday is Advisory Groups for our Middle Years students.
Wednesday is Dress in Your Christmas Best day. School Mass will be celebrated by Fr. Kelly at 9:00am. All are welcome to attend. Students will be dismissed at 11:35am. There is no BASC that day.

NOT TOO FAR AWAY…

January 5^th, school resumes after Christmas holidays. Please note: the first Principal’s Weekly Update in the new year will be sent out on January 13^th.
The next Roots of Empathy family visit for our Kindergarten students is January 11^th.
K-2 Learn to Skate begins on January 9^th.
Holy Childhood Association banks are to be returned to your child’s classroom teacher no later than January 16^th.
There is no school on January 27^th because teaching staff will be participating in a Faith Development Retreat with Fr. Eric.
Re-registrations will be distributed on January 30^th for the 2023-2024 school year.
School Mass will be held on January 31^st.
Our annual Kinder Fair and Grs. 1-8 General Open House will be held on January 31^st as well. Kinder Fair begins at 6:00pm, and the Grs. 1-8 General Open House begins at 6:30pm.

RAFFLE WINNERS

Congratulations to our raffle winners from our draw last week!

1st Prize – $1000

Katherine Bawtinhimer

2nd Prize – $500

Pearl Taylor

3rd Prize – $250

Darraugh Sichewski

POPCORN DAY

We raised $229.00 for the Holy Childhood Association last Friday with our Popcorn Day fundraiser.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this possible.

A special thank you to Ms. Furutani who made all the bags of popcorn too.

FLIP GIVE

Happy Advent, family, and friends of SCCS. FlipGive continues to be ready for you and there is still time for your Christmas shopping. Let’s end 2022 with a bang!

The great deals continue, ranging from Boston Pizza, Sobeys, Winners, Superstore, Canadian Tire, Walmart, Esso, Best Buy, Old Navy, The Body Shop and The Bay. Grab them while quantities last. There are too many places to mention, so please click on the link below to learn more.

https://www.flipgive.com/teams/282306-st-charles-catholic-school-fundraising-team/stores/flipgive_specials

Getting onto the FlipGive App

For first-time users, click here to join up from any phone or computer:

https://flipgive.app.link/teams/join?joincode=NB7F49

Alternatively, if you have downloaded the app, enter this code to connect to the St. Charles School: NB7F49

Please note: The FlipGive app can be found by searching on Apple iOS, any Android phone, or simply logging into the above link on your computer.

Questions can be directed to onlineshop_fundraising@stccs.ca

Thank you,

The FlipGivers

BASC

All sessions of BASC programs are done. Thank you, students, for a job well done.
January’s BLINE, Cheer, & POM registration forms are on the website, along with the New Year Craft, full day field trip, K-2’s baking cookies, grade 3 & 4 baking donuts and grades 5 to 8 rolling sushi. There are limited spots. Registration forms must be handed in before the Christmas break. Payments can be postdated.
There is No PM BASC on Wednesday, December 21^st.
There is No lunch program on December 21^st.

Happy Holidays! Thanks Kim

A MESSAGE FROM FR. MICHAEL FROM ST. CHARLES PARISH

Dear parents,

I know it is that time of year when you are sending in applications for your son or daughter to attend schools such as St. Paul’s High School or St. Mary’s Academy. I just want you to know that I am willing to do recommendation letters for those children who actually belong to St. Charles Parish. I will give recommendations for those who are registered with St. Charles Parish and attend there; however, I cannot give a recommendation just on the basis of encountering your child through school events (such as Mass, Reconciliation, other social events). Also, due to the fact that I have a deadline to finish my Licentiate (Master’s in Theology) from Rome via Detroit, I can only tend to these applications once a week on Tuesdays as I have to cut back on administration. So please be timely and do not wait until the last minute to ask for my recommendation. Just a note likewise that things are heavy in my schedule right now so any applications received from this point on will have to wait until January 10, 2023. Thanks for your understanding and have a Merry and Blessed Christmas and a Happy New Year 2023!

Yours in Christ,

Fr. Michael Wollbaum,

Pastor,

St. Charles Parish

Joyful God, as we draw nearer to the birth of your Son, fill us with wonder and delight. Teach us to be better followers of your Word. May our joy be greater than yesterday, be strengthened today and continue to grow beyond tomorrow. Amen

Wishing you a wonderful weekend and as we near closer to Christmas, may we remember to express our gratitude for the many blessings that we receive each day.

See you on Monday!
Tammy

Principal’s Weekly Update

I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to Me will never go hungry. (John 6:35)

Update Attachments – Shelmerdines Winter Fundraiser / School Musical

Flu season continues to be on an upswing at SCCS this week. I am currently tracking the number of absences amongst both staff and students. Many of our staff and students have been away ill or sent home due to being ill.

Please do not send your son/daughter to school if they are symptomatic, ill or have a fever. Having symptoms which are improving after being ill are understandable, and students can return to school at that time.

Once again, here are some preventive measures to help you manage this flu season.

Here are some preventive measures to help you manage this flu season.

Prevention Strategies

Each day monitor for any signs or symptoms of illness
Stay home when symptomatic or sick
Wash your hands often and sanitize if need be
Practice respiratory etiquette by sneezing and coughing into your arm
Respect individual choice regarding mask use

Here are the public health guidelines still in place regarding COVID-19:

LET’S LOOK AT THIS WEEK IN REVIEW:

Volleyball playoffs started this week for our competitive teams.
School Mass was held Tuesday morning, and Fr. Robert celebrated the Mass with us.
I attended a meeting on Tuesday morning for the Manitoba Federation of Independent Schools. This year, I am happy to sit on the Board of Directors for the Manitoba Federation of Independent Schools and be able to be part of such a wonderful organization.
Subway lunch was on Wednesday for those students who ordered.
Our PAC Meeting was held on Wednesday evening.
On Thursday, our students participated in an assembly on Storytelling & The Treaty Relationship. It was a very interesting assembly, and students were given a good overview of how we can learn a lot through stories about the treaty relationship we are learning about today.
Today our cast was revealed for our school musical! Excitement was high, and there were many surprised students! Please see the attached photo to find out who our cast will be for Mary Poppins Jr.

WHAT’S COMING UP NEXT WEEK? Looking Ahead ……

Advent begins on Sunday, November 27^th.
Our Advent prayer services for each grade level begin on Monday morning.
Report cards will be distributed on Monday afternoon.
Enrichment classes are on Tuesday for our Middle Years students.
Our annual Kindergarten Open House will be Tuesday, Nov. 29^th @ 6:30pm.
Powerschool re-opens to parents Tuesday morning.
Pizza day lunch will be on Wednesday for those students who have ordered.
On Thursday, our Grs. 5-8 students will be going on a field trip to the Moose Game.

NOT TOO FAR AWAY…

Roots of Empathy will be starting in December for both our Kindergarten classes.
St. Nicholas Day will be on December 6^th.
Bline, Pom & Cheer Recitals will be held on Dec. 5^th & 6^th.
PML Recitals will be held on Dec. 7^th & 8^th.
Shelmerdine’s pick-up will occur on Dec. 9^th from 3:30-4:30pm.
Popcorn Day will be held on Dec. 9^th.
Reconciliation will take place for our Middle Years students on Dec. 13^th over at St. Charles Parish.
Our annual Christmas Concert will take place in-person on Dec. 16^th at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish at 1:00pm & 6:30pm.
Christmas Spirit Week will begin Dec. 19^th. More information to follow.
Last day of school before Christmas holidays is Dec. 21^st. School Mass will be at 9:00am, and students will be dismissed at 11:35am. There is no PM BASC that day.

PARKING

You may have noticed that our St. Charles and Sansome drop-off location for our Grs. 4-8 students are no longer being supervised. We had this drop-off location for a month, however, our average number of families dropping off was 2-4 on a given day. Therefore, we have suspended that drop-off point. A very special thank you to the parents who helped with supervision.

OFFICE INFORMATION

The vast majority of the Child Abuse Registry Check applications that SCCS submitted to the CAR office in downtown Winnipeg have been processed and have been returned to SCCS. Please feel free to call the Front Office at 204-837-1520 to see if your CARC is back and on file with us. If your CARC is here, you are free to volunteer with us for the rest of the school year and that is great news! Any applications that have not yet come back to the Front Office from the CAR office should be returned to us soon as they have been trickling in here and there. Thank you everyone and happy volunteering!

With cold and flu season heavily upon us, it is important that you call or email the Front Office to report your child being absent each and every day that they are away. You can leave the Front Office a voicemail at 204-837-1520 any time day or night to report an absence. You do not need to speak with someone in the Front Office directly to report your child being away; leaving a voicemail when it is convenient for you to do so is perfectly fine as voicemails are checked on a very regular basis throughout the day, especially first thing in the morning! =) If emailing is easier for you, please email reception@stccs.ca with a quick note to let us know that your child will be absent; emails are checked on a very regular basis also. Thank you, families, and stay well!

OUR COMPETITIVE VOLLEYBALL TEAMS—CONGRATULATIONS TO BOTH TEAMS THIS VOLLEYBALL SEASON!

COMPETITIVE GIRLS TEAM

The competitive girls’ volleyball had an excellent season of growth in both skill and chemistry. Finishing with an impressive record of 7-1 in the regular season, losing only their first game, the SCCS Chargers improved each and every game. We are so proud of the team’s performance in the last game where the team had their best game as a whole and individually. We are so proud! Great season! Charger strong!

Ms. Carter & Mrs. Marsh-Hamm

COMPETITIVE BOYS TEAM

The competitive volleyball season has ended, and the boys put forth an all-star performance. Racing out to a 5-0 with challenging competitive games against some of the top schools in our league, our boys showed they belonged. They qualified for the Tier 1 playoff bracket for only the second time. They fought hard right until season’s end and grew in their volleyball skills and abilities. They have represented the school unbelievably. Charger strong!

Brett Bourquin

OUR DEVELOPMENTAL VOLLEYBALL TEAMS—CONGRATULATIONS TO BOTH OUR TEAMS THIS SEASON!

DEVELOPMENTAL GIRLS TEAM

The developmental girls’ volleyball team had a fantastic season of learning how to play the sport. These girls showed dedication and perseverance as they developed their serving, bumping, and volleying skills. Most importantly, they showed a growing love of volleyball. It has been a pleasure watching them grow in confidence and skill. Chargers Strong! ~ Ms. Gel and Mrs. Mardis

DEVELOPMENTAL BOYS TEAM

The developmental boys’ volleyball team had a fantastic season. They worked on their skills including serving, bumping, and volleying. They made a lot of skill progression as the season went on and won multiple games and won the tournament! It has been a pleasure watching the boys grow their skill, learn how to work as a team and to call the ball. Keep working hard boys you did amazing! Chargers Strong! – Ms. Copeland and Mr. Vechina

CHRISTMAS HAMPERS INITIATIVE FOR THE ADVENT SEASON

Once again, SCCS has partnered with St. Paul the Apostle Parish to help with Christmas hampers for families in need. Each grade level has been assigned specific items to bring in, and if you are looking to support in other ways, we are also accepting cash donations in the front office to purchase gift cards for Christmas presents for these families.

Here is the list of items needed at each grade level:

KL – Spaghetti and spaghetti sauce
KF – Pancake mix and bagged candy
Gr.1 – Pancake syrup and canned soup
Gr.1/2 – Oatmeal (not instant) and canned vegetables
Gr.2 – Rice and tea
Gr.3 – Stuffing and canned tuna
Gr.3/4 – Peanut butter and fruit juice
Gr.4 – Scalloped Potatoes and jello
Gr.5 – Cookies and gravy mix
Gr.6C – Cake mix and jam
Gr.6V – Sugar and canned spaghetti
Gr.7 – Coffee and canned fruit
Gr.8 – Cereal and Macaroni Cheese

Thank you in advance for your support.

BASC

There is BLINE on Monday.
There is Cheer & POM on Tuesday.
There is BLINE on Wednesday.
Thursday is a new month.

Please make sure your December BASC form & payment is submitted before attending.

If your child is going even just a few times to BASC, forms are still needed before attending,

Please leave the form and payment in the mailbox at the front of the school.

BLINE Testing is on Monday, December 5^th at 4:45 pm in the main gym.
Cheer/POM Recital is on Tuesday, December 6^th at 4:45 pm in the main gym.

New sessions start in January for BLINE, Cheer, POM, there is a New Year Craft, full day field trip, K-2’s baking cookies, grade 3 & 4 baking donuts and grades 5 to 8 rolling sushi, limited spots with registration date of December 16^th.

Thanks Kim

OTHER

On Monday, November 29^th there is a Musical Bake Sale. All items will be $0.50 to $2.00.

All money raised goes towards the costs of the musical.

There is a Musical Christmas Candy Gram in December.

Thank you for your support.

The Musical Team

PRIVATE MUSIC LESSONS

Is your child interested in taking Private Music Lessons?

If so, we currently have openings in our Guitar, Voice, and Piano studios for Terms 2 & 3.

Please contact Mrs. Gregorchuk at chgregorchuk@stccs.ca for more information.

I look forward to hearing from you!

Mrs. Gregorchuk

KINDERGARTEN FOR THE 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR

If you have a child who may be ready for Kindergarten for the 2023-2024 school year, please contact Mrs. Newman at sec@stccs.ca for more information. Our Kinder Open House is coming up quickly on November 29^th @ 6:30pm, and applications will be accepted beginning that evening and going forward. As a current family, make sure that you secure your spot. Thank you to those parents who have already reached out to us.

FLIP GIVE

FlipGive Black Friday Sales – Annual Online Fundraising Campaign

The Black Friday sales are on and they are hot! You won’t want to miss out! Check out the St. Charles FlipGive app to find out more.

https://www.flipgive.com/teams/282306-st-charles-catholic-school-fundraising-team/stores/flipgive_specials

Quick Signup page:

https://flipgive.app.link/teams/join?joincode=NB7F49

Or enter this code in the app: NB7F49

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