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Principal’s Weekly Update – April 19th, 2024

The Lord gives strength to His people; the Lord blesses His people with peace. (Ps. 29:11)

Update Attachments –

PML REGISTRATION FORMS 2024-2025

Just a friendly reminder to submit registrations by Monday April 22 to avoid the $20 late fee. (The forms are found under the PML tab in the ParentZone on the school website.)

TAKE A LOOK AT WHAT HAPPENED THIS WEEK…

Our middle years students had Enrichment classes on Tuesday morning.
Our grade 5 students had a Scientists in School Presentation this week.
Mrs. Prettie and I attended our monthly Board Meeting on Wednesday evening.

LOOK WHAT’S HAPPENING AFTER SPRING BREAK

Monday, April 22^nd is Earth Day Colour Day. Wear blue and green. 😊
There is a Musical Bake Sale on April 22^nd.
The badminton tournaments begin the week of April 22^nd.
School Mass is on Tuesday, April 23^rd @ 10:30am. Fr. Barry from St. Paul the Apostle Parish will be celebrating Mass with us.
Grades 5 & 6 parents are invited to a Camp Manitou Parent Meeting on Wednesday, April 24^th @ 6:00pm in the main gym.
Grades 6 & 7 parents are invited to a Rome Trip Information Meeting on Wednesday, April 24^th @ 6:30pm in the main gym. Make plans to attend and hear more about our upcoming Rome Trip for Spring Break 2025. So exciting!
Uniform Fitting Day for the 2020-2025 school year will be held on Thursday, April 25^th. A Sign-Up Genius link was sent out earlier this week to book your appointment.

LOOK WHAT’S COMING UP

There will be a PML noon recital on April 30^th.
There is early dismissal on May 2^nd @ 2:30pm.
Our grade 8 class will be hosting their gr. 8 Candy Fundraiser on May 2^nd. More details to follow. All proceeds will be going toward their Gr. 8 Farewell.
The grades 3-6 classes will have a presentation from the Canadian Children’s Book Centre on May 3^rd.
Our School Musical is on May 6^th at the Winnipeg Art Gallery. Get your tickets soon! 😊
Our grades 5 & 6 students will be heading to Camp Manitou from May 8^th-10^th.
Our annual Kinder Mother’s Day Tea will be held on May 10^th for all our Kinder Moms.
Our last Popcorn Day for the year is on May 17^th.
Our annual Golf Tournament is on May 23^rd.
Bursary applications for the 2024-2025 school year are due by May 24^th.

BASC

There is BLINE on Wednesday.
Father’s Day craft still has some spots.
BASC Golf for May/June at Glendale has been canceled and will be rescheduled for September.
There is a New Golf one day program for grades 5-8 only at this time. If interested, please contact Ms. Furutani.

OTHER

Reminder if your child is dropped off before 8:15 they are sent to BASC as all students need to be supervised. You will be charged a BASC fee for this service.
After school for BASC, please use your fob to enter the building or come in with another parent. It is posted beside the BASC board where the students are located.

MUSICAL

Two weeks away, is our school musical. “Junie B. Jones Jr.” Monday, May 6^th at the WAG.

If you wish to purchase tickets for the performance, they are $10 and can be purchased in the front office or after school only.

Tickets are not sold at the WAG. There are also gift baskets in the front entrance way. There is a Kids basket, Couple basket and Family basket. Tickets are $2.00. Good Luck. Come and enjoy the show.

Still need volunteer hours? We are looking for 2 vans to help transport the props/sets to the WAG on Sunday, May 5^th around noon. If you can help, please contact Ms. Furutani.

BURSARY APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR

Bursary applications for the 2024-2025 school year are due by May 24^th. Bursary application forms can be found on our school website.

SCCS GOLF TOURNAMENT

This year’s Golf Tournament is Thursday, May 23, 2024 @ Breezy Bend Golf Course, please mark it in your calendars! We need help from the entire St Charles community to make this a success. We need golfers, hole sponsors (tax receipt provided) and we need prize donations. Forms can be found on the school website.
If you can help or donate in anyway, please email andreasiwak@shaw.ca

LOADING ZONE – WE STILL NEED YOUR HELP 😊

If you are interested in volunteering to help with the drop off in the loading zone in the mornings, please click on the link below to sign up. A huge thank you to all the parents who have signed up to date and are working so hard to keep our students safe. We sincerely appreciate it!
VOLUNTEER FOR MORNING LOADING ZONE PATROL 2024

St. Charles Online Shopping Fundraising

Hello friends and family of St. Charles School. We are entering the last stretch of the school year, and with that our online fundraising campaign. Thanks to those who have tried out the online app known as FlipGive. As you have heard by now, this app is accessible via iPhone or Android phones, as well as on any Windows or Apple computer. Many schools and sports teams have been successful in raising funds using this app. We hope you will check it out.
A few things that might catch your eye this week:

Winners is giving 4% back to the school when you buy a gift card with our app
Anycard egift card is also giving 4% back to the school.
- It includes Indigo bookstores, Cora restaurants, Cineplex movie theatre, The Bay, Xbox, Mr. Mikes, ARDENE, Boston Pizza and many others
Old Navy is giving 4% back to the school also

Don’t be shy to check it out: https://www.flipgive.com/

Please take special note of the special deal on right now from Boston Pizza (School gets 6% of sale), the Ultimate Dining Card (School gets 7%) and Earls Kitchen and Bar (School gets 10%).

HOW-TO For New Members:

You can download the app from Google Play if on Android phone, or the Apple Store. To sign up, click here:

https://flipgive.app.link/teams/join?fundraiser_name=Rick+Lippens&joincode=NB7F49

HOW-TO For Existing Members:

Once you have signed up, to access the app and check things out at any time, see our link here:

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

For Any Questions

If you have any questions, please contact us at this email address anytime: Onlineshop_fundraising@stccs.ca
You are only a click away from helping out St. Charles Catholic School. THANKS to all for your support, Online Fundraising Team

O God, help us to learn. We ask this of You. O wise and good God, You who teach the love we want to learn, in the life of Your Son and the works of Your Spirit.

Hope your weekend is relaxing.
See you next week!
Tammy

Principal’s Weekly Update – April 11th, 2024

The Lord is near to all who call on Him. (Psalm 145:18)

Update Attachments – 2024 Glenlea Fundraiser, K of C Presents Sisters of the Holy Rock

TAKE A LOOK AT WHAT HAPPENED THIS WEEK…

Monday, we had indoor afternoon recess due to the partial solar eclipse. Students had the opportunity to learn about the partial eclipse, and some of our students even watched the eclipse happen in other parts of the world too.
Tuesday, our grades 7 & 8 students had Enrichment classes.
Wednesday Lifetouch was here to do the Kinder Grad and Gr. 8 Farewell photos.
Mrs. Prettie and I attended the Caritas Dinner on Thursday evening.
Tomorrow, our teaching staff will attend the Manitoba Federation of Independent Schools workshop at the Victoria Inn. The day will be spent learning about the Manitoba Framework of Learning and will be presented by the Department of Education.

LOOK WHAT’S HAPPENING NEXT WEEK…

Our grades 7 & 8 students will have Enrichment classes on Tuesday morning.
Our grade 5 students will have a presentation from Scientists in School on Wednesday and Thursday.
Mrs. Prettie and I will attend our monthly Board Meeting on Wednesday evening.

*** Feel free to check out our Lost & Found tables in the front foyer of the school. There are lots of items that need to be taken home 😊.

LOOK WHAT’S COMING UP IN APRIL…

Monday, April 22^nd is Earth Day Colour Day. Wear blue and green. 😊
There is a Musical Bake Sale on April 22^nd.
The badminton tournaments begin the week of April 22^nd.
School Mass is on Tuesday, April 23^rd @ 10:30am.
Grades 5 & 6 parents are invited to a Camp Manitou Parent Meeting on Wednesday, April 24^th @ 6:00pm in the main gym.
Grades 6 & 7 parents are invited to a Rome Trip Information Meeting on Wednesday, April 24^th @ 6:30pm in the main gym. Make plans to attend and hear more about our upcoming Rome Trip for Spring Break 2025. Exciting!
Uniform Fitting Day for the 2020-2025 school year will be held on Thursday, April 25^th. A Sign-Up Genius link was sent out earlier this week to book your appointment.
There will be a PML noon recital on April 30^th.

BASC

There is BLINE on Monday and Wednesday.
There are 3 spots left in the older students Tennis.
Golf has a few spots left.

If you are interested in Summer Care, please contact Ms. Furutani.
Thank you, Kim

SCIENCE FAIR

Congratulations to all grade 7 and 8 students. The SCCS Science Fair was a wonderful success. The projects were wonderful and showed an excellent understanding of either the scientific method or the engineering design process. A special congratulations to our winners:

Engineering Design:
Third Place: Matthew (Grade 8)
Second Place: Josh (Grade 7)
First Place: Logan (Grade 8)

Scientific Research:
Third Place: Max and Everett (Grade 8)
Second Place: William (Grade 7)
First Place: Amy (Grade 8)

Congratulations to all! We are very proud of you.
Ms. Copeland and Mr. Domolewski

OTHER

Our school is performing “Junie B. Jones Jr.” at the Winnipeg Art Gallery on May 6th. Tickets are $10.00. Purchase tickets in the front office or contact Ms. Furutani. Tickets are only sold at the school.

Musical Gift Baskets are in the front entrance. Tickets are $2.00. There are 3 baskets. Tickets are available in the front office.

Tickets will also be available after school in the front area.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS KEEP CHRIST IN CHRISTMAS COLOURING CONTEST WINNERS

Congratulations to the following students who competed in the Knights of Columbus Keep Christ in Christmas colouring contest in December. We have finally been informed of the winners. They are:

1^st Place—Xavier (KF), Elizabella (Gr. 2), Lillian (Gr. 3), Emily (Gr. 6)
2^nd Place—Sophia (KL), Kevin (Gr. 2), Matilda (Gr. 4), Leonardo (Gr. 6)
3^rd Place—Emberly (KL), Oliver (Gr. (Gr. 1-2), Valentina (Gr. 3), Addyson (Gr. 6)

Elizabella (Gr. 2) also won the state championship! Congratulations Elizabella!

BURSARY APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR

Bursary applications for the 2024-2025 school year are due by May 24^th. Bursary application forms can be found on our school website.

PML FORMS FOR 2024-2025

PML forms for Private Music Lessons for the 2024-2025 school year can now be found on our school website.

SCCS GOLF TOURNAMENT

LOADING ZONE – WE STILL NEED YOUR HELP 😊

St. Charles Online Shopping Fundraising

Attention shoppers. Late winter online shopping is full-on at FlipGive. Online shopping and gift cards are yours to check out with our FlipGive app. This app is accessible via iPhone or Android phones, as well as on any Windows or Apple computer.

HOW-TO For New Members:

You can download the app from Google Play if on Android phone, or the Apple Store. To sign up, click here:

https://flipgive.app.link/teams/join?fundraiser_name=Rick+Lippens&joincode=NB7F49

HOW-TO For Existing Members:

Once you have signed up, to access the app and check things out at any time, see our link here:

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

For Any Questions

Greetings St. Charles parents and students. We are thrilled to announce that our doors are now open and we have a few members from your school who have already joined us! We are delighted to extend an invitation to our open house event, where everyone is welcome, and we encourage our Elite TKD members to bring along a friend. Here are the details of the event: Date: Wednesday, April 17th; Time: 5:45 pm – 6:45 pm; Location: 320 St. Charles St (Church Parish Hall). We hope to see you there!

God our Creator, We celebrate your love in Jesus. Lead us to make positive choices. Choices full of respect for others.

Have a great weekend everyone!
Tammy

Principal’s Weekly Update – April 5th, 2024

He has been raised. (Mark 16.6)

Update Attachments – 2024 Glenlea SCCS Fundraiser Letter : KIN KAR 2024

TAKE A LOOK AT WHAT HAPPENED THIS WEEK…

Monday was Easter Monday. There was no school.
On Tuesday, staff and students returned to school. Our grades 7 & 8 students had Advisory Groups in the morning.
Thursday was early dismissal and a Staff Meeting.
Today was Popcorn Day (we raised $220.00 for the Holy Childhood Association—thank you!), as well as our grades 7 & 8 Science Fair. Congratulations to all our students who participated. The projects were amazing, and it was a lot of fun to see the younger students visiting the Science Fair this afternoon and learning from the older students.

LOOK WHAT’S HAPPENING AFTER SPRING BREAK

Monday is the Partial Solar Eclipse. Students will not have outdoor recess that afternoon as we have been asked by the Department of Education to keep our students inside the school between 1:00-3:00pm. Please refer to the letter sent out to all families yesterday for more detailed information.
On Tuesday, our grades 7 & 8 students will have Enrichment classes.
Gr. 8 Farewell photos and Kinder Grad photos will be held on Wednesday.
There is no school on Friday, April 12^th as teaching staff will be attending the Manitoba Federation of Independent Schools Educators Conference. The sessions that day will be hosted by the Department of Education and will be based on the Manitoba Framework for Learning.

LOOK WHAT’S COMING UP IN APRIL …

Monday, April 22^nd is Earth Day Colour Day. Wear blue and green.
School Mass is on Tuesday, April 23^rd @ 10:30am.
Grades 5 & 6 parents are invited to a Camp Manitou Parent Meeting on Wednesday, April 24^th @ 6:00pm in the main gym.
Grades 6 & 7 parents are invited to a Rome Trip Information Meeting on Wednesday, April 24^th @ 6:30pm in the main gym. Make plans to attend and hear more about our upcoming Rome Trip for Spring Break 2025.
Uniform Fitting Day for the 2024-2025 school year will be held on Thursday, April 25^th. More information to follow.

BURSARY APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR

Bursary applications for the 2024-2025 school year are due by May 24^th. Bursary application forms can be found on our school website.

BASC

There is BLINE on Monday.
Wednesday there is BLINE.
Friday, no school, and you must have registered for BASC to attend.
There are a few spots left in the Mother’s Day Craft.
Tennis is full for the K-2 group.
There are a few spots left in the Golf groups.

Reminder when students are entering school before 8:15 they are sent to BASC. Also, on early dismissal days, students that are not picked up are sent to BASC. There is also a BASC fee. When picking your child up from BASC after school, you must use your FOB and come in.
Thanks Kim.

OTHER

Monday, May 6th at the Winnipeg Art Gallery, St. Charles Catholic School presents “Junie B. Jones Jr.”. Showtimes are 1:30pm and 6:30 pm. Tickets are $10.00 each. Children 2 and under, admission is free.
Tickets can be purchased in the front office or contact Ms. Furutani.

PML FORMS FOR 2024-2025

PML forms for Private Music Lessons for the 2024-2025 school year can now be found on our school website.

BASKETBALL 2023-2024

COMPETITIVE BOYS TEAM
The boys’ competitive basketball team had a very successful season this year. The boys finished the regular season with an undefeated record of 8 wins and zero losses! The boys were the highest scoring team of any of the Catholic school teams, in all divisions, scoring 516 points in 8 league games. The boys’ season unfortunately came to an earlier ending than expected, as most of the team was sick for the week of playoffs. The boys all had a fantastic attitude this year throughout the entire season and played very well together as a team. Great job, boys!
Mr. Vechina

COMPETITIVE GIRLS TEAM
The competitive girls’ basketball team had an amazing season, finishing their regular season in 6^th overall with 4 wins and 4 losses. During the playoffs, the girls worked hard to make it to the tier 2 semi-finals at St. Paul’s High School. They played their best basketball and finished the playoffs with a 4^th place finish. This group of young players consistently improved throughout the season as they gained confidence in their skills. Most importantly, the girls fully embraced the concept of basketball being a team sport and demonstrated good sportsmanship both on and off the court towards their teammates and their opponents. It has been an absolute privilege to coach this team and we hope that they will continue to play this fabulous sport for many years to come. 😊
Go Chargers!
Head Coach Gel, Technical Skills Coach Senderewich, Away Game Bench Coach Mardis

DEVELOPMENTAL BOYS TEAM
The developmental boys’ basketball team had an undefeated season this year, winning all 6 of their games. The boys worked hard to develop their skills and develop as a team. Congratulations on a fantastic season boys!
Miss McEvoy

DEVELOPMENTAL GIRLS TEAM
The developmental girls’ team had a lot of fun this season developing their basketball skills. The team enjoyed playing 6 games and showed improvement throughout the season! Great season team!
Mrs. Boughton

SCCS GOLF TOURNAMENT

GLENLEA GREENHOUSES FUNDRAISER – ORDER UNTIL APRIL 15TH!

Spring is here, there is still time to order! 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. Order online and select St. Charles Catholic School from the fundraiser group list, please see detailed instructions in the enclosed letter. The plants will be delivered to St. Charles Catholic School on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. If you have any questions, please contact Kasia at plantfundraiser@stccs.ca Thank you for your support!

LOADING ZONE – WE STILL NEED YOUR HELP 😊

HOW-TO For New Members:

You can download the app from Google Play if on Android phone, or the Apple Store. To sign up, click here:

https://flipgive.app.link/teams/join?fundraiser_name=Rick+Lippens&joincode=NB7F49

HOW-TO For Existing Members:

Once you have signed up, to access the app and check things out at any time, see our link here:

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

For Any Questions

If you have any questions, please contact us at this email address anytime: Onlineshop_fundraising@stccs.ca

You are only a click away from helping out St. Charles Catholic School. THANKS to all for your support, Online Fundraising Team

God, help me navigate whatever challenges I encounter this day. Be my comfort and my rock. Guide me to do Your will and be an instrument of your peace today and each day. Amen

I think that we are in for a wonderful warm and sunny weekend.
Enjoy every minute, and I’ll see you all next week!
Tammy

Principal’s Weekly Update – March 22nd, 2024

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

Update Attachments – 2024 Glenlea SCCS Fundraiser Letter :

TAKE A LOOK AT WHAT HAPPENED THIS WEEK…

We started off the week with our annual Spring Book Fair. Thank you so very much to all our amazing volunteers, especially Nikki Robert, Mrs. Senderewich, and Ms. Jaremowich. We appreciate all of you!
K-2 students had their last Learn to Skate class on Monday.
There was a Musical Bake Sale on Monday.
Tuesday, our grade 7 & 8 students had Enrichment classes.
I attended the Manitoba Federation of Independent Schools Board of Directors meeting on Tuesday.
Thursday was the Staff Appreciation Luncheon. A huge thank you to the gr. 6 classroom families for hosting this amazing luncheon! The staff love this and always look forward to it. 😊 Your kindness and generosity are very much appreciated. We even had some leftovers for our lunch on Friday.
Student-led Conferences were held on Thursday evening and Friday morning.
Reports cards were sent home on Thursday afternoon.
PowerSchool is open again to parents.
PML students had their noon recital on Thursday.
The staff participated in a professional development session with Fr. Stan Fontaine on Friday afternoon. Fr. Stan is an Indigenous elder who has been hired by the archdiocese to work with our Catholic schools. Fr. Stan shared his story with staff and ended his session with a lovely blessing for all of us as we head into Spring Break.
Spring Break officially begins now! 😊 Enjoy!

LOOK WHAT’S HAPPENING AFTER SPRING BREAK

Please remember there is no school on Monday, April 1^st. It is Easter Monday.
School resumes on Tuesday, April 2^nd.
Grade 7 & 8 students will have advisory groups Tuesday morning.
It is early dismissal on Thursday, April 4^th because it is our monthly Staff Meeting.
Popcorn Day will be on Friday, April 5^th. The proceeds will go towards the Holy Childhood Association.
Our grades 7 & 8 Science Fair that was postponed from before Spring Break will be held on Friday, April 5^th. Please feel free to come by the main gym anytime from 2:00pm, until the end of the school day, to view student projects.

LOOK WHAT’S COMING UP IN APRIL …

Gr. 8 Farewell photos and Kinder Grad photos will be on held on April 10^th. More information to follow.
There is no school on Friday, April 12^th as teaching staff will be attending the Manitoba Federation of Independent Schools Educators Conference. The sessions that day will be hosted by the Department of Education and will be based on the Manitoba Framework for Learning.
Monday, April 22^nd is Earth Day Colour Day.
School Mass is on Tuesday, April 23^rd @ 10:30am.
Grades 5 & 6 parents are invited to a Camp Manitou Parent Meeting on Wednesday, April 24^th @ 6:00pm in the main gym.
Grades 6 & 7 parents are invited to a Rome Trip Information Meeting on Wednesday, April 24^th @ 6:30pm in the main gym. Make plans to attend and hear more about our upcoming Rome Trip for Spring Break 2025.
Uniform Fitting Day for the 2020-2025 school year will be held on Thursday, April 25^th. More information to follow.

BURSARY APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR

Bursary applications for the 2024-2025 school year are due by May 24^th. Bursary application forms can be found on our school website.

BASC

Monday, April 1^st No BASC.
BASC opens at 7 am on Tuesday, April 2nd.
Please submit all outstanding BASC payments when we return to school.
Wednesday, April 3^rd is BLINE.
Thursday is early dismissal. BASC forms need to be submitted to attend.
Friday, April 12^th is full day BASC. There are some spots left for the field trip.
Mother and Father’s Day crafts still have spots.
May & June forms are available.
There is Tennis and Golf.

Happy Spring Break & Happy Easter
Thanks Kim.

OTHER

Friday, April 5^th is popcorn day. All proceeds go to Holy Childhood.
On Monday, April 22^nd there is a Musical Bake Sale.
“Junie B. Jones Jr. “staring your St. Charles Catholic School students. Monday, May 6^th at the Winnipeg Art Gallery. Tickets will be available in the front office or contact Ms. Furutani.

VIP HOURS

Please ensure all completed VIP hours are entered by March 25th as VIP reports will be run during Spring Break.

If you make an error when submitting VIP hours, please contact the VIP Coordinator for assistance.

Just a reminder if you volunteered with the skating program you can claim 1.5 hours per session. If you are claiming more than 1.5 hours per session, please provide the reasoning in the comments for example “2 grandparents assisted”, or “helped 2 classes with skates”.

CONGRATULATIONS 😊

Kaitlyn and Jessica, two of our grade 7 students, along with their Titans teammates, captured the City of Winnipeg championship for u13 AA a few days ago! They swept their best of 5 finals series 3 games to none. Congratulations ladies! We are proud of you!

SCCS GOLF TOURNAMENT

GLENLEA GREENHOUSES FUNDRAISER – ONE MONTH LEFT!

Spring is almost here! 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. Order online and select St. Charles Catholic School from the fundraiser group list. The plants will be delivered to St. Charles Catholic School on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. If you have any questions, please contact Kasia at plantfundraiser@stccs.ca Thank you for your support!
Online sales are now open and will accept orders until April 15, 2024.

LOADING ZONE – WE STILL NEED YOUR HELP 😊

HOW-TO For New Members:

You can download the app from Google Play if on Android phone, or the Apple Store. To sign up, click here:

https://flipgive.app.link/teams/join?fundraiser_name=Rick+Lippens&joincode=NB7F49

HOW-TO For Existing Members:

Once you have signed up, to access the app and check things out at any time, see our link here:

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

For Any Questions

If you have any questions, please contact us at this email address anytime: Onlineshop_fundraising@stccs.ca

You are only a click away from helping out St. Charles Catholic School. THANKS to all for your support, Online Fundraising Team

Teach us to be for all people a living lesson of goodness and truth – a blessing for all generations to come.

Wishing you all a wonderful and relaxing Spring Break!
Happy Easter!
Tammy

Principal’s Weekly Update – March 15th, 2024

The Lord is faithful, and He will strengthen and protect you. (2 Thess. 3:3)

Update Attachments – :

TAKE A LOOK AT WHAT HAPPENED THIS WEEK…

Unfortunately, this has been a unique week at SCCS. Both Reconciliation and the PAC Meeting were cancelled this past Wednesday. Grades 7 & 8 enjoyed Pii Day on Thursday. Our Science Fair that was scheduled for today for our middle years’ students has been postponed until after Spring Break.

This weekend, our school will undergo a deep clean/sanitization process. For all those students, staff, and family members that are ill, I hope that you will soon feel better and be ready to return to a regular routine. I know that we are all looking forward to that. If you are going to the lab to be tested, I have been asked by Public Health to remind you that you need to complete the demographic information on the lab requisition for the affected person IN ADVANCE of presenting to the community-based lab. The lab will turn you away if the requisition is missing the client information.

Again, thank you for your patience, understanding, and support these past few days.

Take good care,
Tammy

LOOK WHAT’S HAPPENING NEXT WEEK….

Book Fair Week begins March 18^th-22^nd. Come and check out our “Beach Luau” theme!
I am attending the Manitoba Federation of Independent Schools Board of Directors Meeting on Tuesday.
“BEACH LUAU” TOONIES FOR TUITION COLOUR DAY!!! On Thursday, March 21, our “Beach Luau” Scholastic Book Fair is joining forces with Toonies for Tuition, and we are having a “Beach Luau” Colour Day! Bring $2 to your teacher on Thursday, dress in your best beach/luau/Hawaiian/Summer gear, and help support Toonies for Tuition, ring in Spring Break, and have some fun while doing so!
Student-Led Conferences are on March 21^st 4:00-7:30pm, and March 22^nd, 9:00-11:30am.
The Staff Appreciation Luncheon is on Thursday, March 21^st.
PowerSchool reopens on Thursday.
There is a PML Noon Recital on Thursday.
Reports cards go home on March 21^st.
Friday, March 22^nd is an Inservice Day. There is no school. BASC closes at 4:00pm. Teaching staff are also participating in an afternoon PD with our Catholic Schools’ elder, Fr. Stan Fontaine.
Spring Break begins March 25^th– April 2^nd.

SPENST PIZZA FUNDRAISER

Thank you to all the families that participated in our Spenst Pizza Fundraiser!
Reminder that the pizza orders will be available for pickup after school on Wednesday, March 20th from 3:15-:6:00 pm. Pizzas will be boxed and still frozen, so prompt pickup and delivery will be ideal.

SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR

Our “BEACH LUAU SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR” is coming up! Say “ALOHA” to an ocean full of wonderful books! To volunteer your time at our Book Fair, please click on the link below! Please be reminded that you must have your cleared Child Abuse Registry Check on file in the Front Office to volunteer in our school.
VOLUNTEER HERE FOR THE “BEACH LUAU” SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR MARCH 18-22, 2024

BASC

There is no scheduled BLINE on Monday.
The Easter Craft is on Tuesday.
Wednesday is BLINE.
Friday, full day BASC is full. Reminder BASC closes at 4PM
April’s Craft and full day BASC still has some spots open.
Tennis and Golf forms are not posted on the website but are available in the front entrance.

If interested in summer Care, contact Ms. Furutani.
Thanks Kim.

SCCS GOLF TOURNAMENT

GLENLEA GREENHOUSES FUNDRAISER-ORDER NOW!

LOADING ZONE

40 CANS OF LENT

Let’s fill up those boxes! All canned items are encouraged.
Pick up is happening next week, so please drop off any last-minute donations by Tuesday at the latest.
Thank you in advance for your generosity. 😊

HOW-TO For New Members:

You can download the app from Google Play if on Android phone, or the Apple Store. To sign up, click here:

https://flipgive.app.link/teams/join?fundraiser_name=Rick+Lippens&joincode=NB7F49

HOW-TO For Existing Members:

Once you have signed up, to access the app and check things out at any time, see our link here:

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

For Any Questions

If you have any questions, please contact us at this email address anytime: Onlineshop_fundraising@stccs.ca

You are only a click away from helping out St. Charles Catholic School. THANKS to all for your support, Online Fundraising Team

Teach us to be for all people a living lesson of goodness and truth – a blessing for all generations to come.

Have a wonderful weekend!
Tammy

Principal’s Weekly Update – March 8th, 2024

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

Update Attachments – : 2024 Glenlea SCCS Letter ………. St Charles Kinsmen ………. Elite 3 Weeks

TAKE A LOOK AT WHAT HAPPENED THIS WEEK…

Our grades 7 & 8 students headed off to Winter Camp on Monday and returned home on Wednesday afternoon. Judging by the pictures, it looked like a great time was had by all! A huge thank you to all the parent volunteers who helped make this camp event possible, as well as Mr. Domolewski, Mrs. Mulvena, Miss Copeland, and Miss Thompson, who organized and planned for the camp experience.
Mrs. Prettie and I took part in an online workshop this week. The session was on the Manitoba School Leadership Framework.
Congratulations to Miss Kynman and our grades 3-6 choir who placed GOLD in the Music Festival on Wednesday morning. The students sang beautifully and were the largest choir competing that morning. I was lucky enough to watch the performance and was a very proud Principal. Well done SCCS!
Term 2 officially ended on Thursday, and PowerSchool was shut down so that teachers could begin writing report cards.
Thursday was also early dismissal and our Staff Meeting day.
I attended the Manitoba Federation of Independent Schools Education Committee meeting on Thursday morning. Our focus was planning for our upcoming Educator’s Conference in April.
Today there was no school so that teachers could begin writing report cards for the second term.

LOOK WHAT’S HAPPENING NEXT WEEK….

There is a Musical Bake Sale on Monday.
Tuesday morning is Enrichment classes for our grade 7 & 8 students.
Reconciliation will be held on Wednesday morning over at the church for all grades 5-8 students.
I will be attending my monthly Principal’s Meeting on Wednesday morning at the Archdiocese office. It was postponed from last week.
Grades 7 & 8 students will experience Pii Day on Thursday in their Math classes.
Friday we are hosting our Middle Years Science Fair for all grades 7 & 8 students in our main gym. Please feel free to come by Friday afternoon anytime after 2:00pm to take a walk through the Science Fair.

LOOK WHAT’S COMING UP…..

Book Fair Week begins March 18^th-22^nd.
Student-Led Conferences are on March 21^st 4:00-7:30pm, and March 22^nd, 9:00-11:30am. Please watch for a Sign-Up Genius link coming next Tuesday.
Reports cards go home on March 21^st.
Friday, March 22^nd is an Inservice Day. There is no school. BASC closes at 4:00pm.
Spring Break begins March 25^th-April April 2^nd.

SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR

BASC

There is BLINE on Monday.
There is BLINE on Wednesday.
There are a few spots left in the Easter craft.
Reminder for those who are registered for Friday, March 22^nd, BASC closes at 4PM.
No School & No BASC on Monday, April 1^st
Friday, April 12^th full day BASC still has some spots.
The last 2 crafts are Mother’s & Father’s Day crafts.
There are limited spots in Golf and Tennis. Forms are in the front entrance.

If interested in summer Care, contact Ms. Furutani.
Thanks Kim.

OTHER

There is a Musical Bake Sale on Monday. Thank you for your support.

VOLUNTEER TO HELP WITH WEDNESDAY PIZZA & HOT DOG FUNDRAISING LUNCHES FEB MAR APR 2024

Please click on the link above if you can volunteer to help with fundraising lunches.

SCCS GOLF TOURNAMENT

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. Please follow the directions in the enclosed letter. The plants will be delivered to St. Charles Catholic School on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. If you have any questions, please contact Kasia at plantfundraiser@stccs.ca Thank you for your support!
Online sales are now open and will accept orders until April 15, 2024.

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VOLUNTEER FOR MORNING LOADING ZONE PATROL 2024

40 CANS OF LENT

Let’s fill up those boxes! All canned items are encouraged.
Thank you in advance for your generosity. 😊

HOW-TO For New Members:

You can download the app from Google Play if on Android phone, or the Apple Store. To sign up, click here:

https://flipgive.app.link/teams/join?fundraiser_name=Rick+Lippens&joincode=NB7F49

HOW-TO For Existing Members:

Once you have signed up, to access the app and check things out at any time, see our link here:

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

For Any Questions

If you have any questions, please contact us at this email address anytime: Onlineshop_fundraising@stccs.ca

You are only a click away from helping out St. Charles Catholic School. THANKS to all for your support, Online Fundraising Team

Lord, help us to grow closer in love with you, each other, and our world. We are aware that we are different from one another – that’s okay as learning to love differences is learning about God!

As we get ready to “spring ahead” this weekend, don’t forget to set your clocks an hour ahead on Saturday night. Hopefully we don’t get another major snowfall like we did this week. With Spring Break just around the corner, I think we are all looking forward to the nicer weather that we know is coming.

Have a wonderful weekend!
Tammy

Principal’s Weekly Update – March 1st, 2024

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

Update Attachments – : 2024 Glenlea SCCS Letter ………. Spenst Fundraiser Flyer

Drop-off Zone: We sincerely appreciate all our parent volunteers who help with the drop-off zone every morning. However, some mornings we do not have parent volunteers. Please remember that if your child is unable to get out of the car on their own, you need to park in the church parking lot and walk them across. You should not be leaving your vehicle or dropping your child off by the crosswalk.

TAKE A LOOK AT WHAT HAPPENED THIS WEEK…

Our Middle Years students had their Enrichment classes on Tuesday morning.
It was Pink Shirt Day on Wednesday. We also had an assembly. The magician/presenter was Greg Wood, and the focus of the assembly was on kindness/bullying.
It was Hot Dog Lunch on Wednesday for those students who ordered.
Today all outstanding Middle Years assignments for term 2 were due.

LOOK WHAT’S HAPPENING NEXT WEEK….

Our grades 7 & 8 students leave for Winter Camp on Monday until Wednesday. They will be staying at Camp Assiniboine until Wednesday afternoon.
Mrs. Prettie and I will be participating in an online workshop on Tuesday entitled: Manitoba School Leadership Framework.
Our grades 3-6 students will be participating in the Music Festival on Wednesday morning. Good luck to Ms. Kynman and her choir!
Wednesday is Pizza Lunch for those students who have ordered.
Term 2 officially ends on Thursday. PowerSchool will close that day as well so that teachers can begin working on report cards.
Thursday morning, I will be attending the Manitoba Federation of Independent Schools Education Committee virtual meeting.
Thursday is early dismissal at 2:30pm since it is our monthly Staff Meeting day.
Friday is no school as teachers will be writing report cards that day.

LOOK WHAT’S COMING UP…..

Grades 5-8 students will participate in Reconciliation in the morning on March 13^th.
I will be attending my monthly Principal’s Meeting on March 13^th as well.
There is a PAC Meeting on Wednesday, March 13^th @ 6:30pm in our school cafeteria.
Pii day is being celebrated in the grades 7 & 8 Math classes on March 14^th.
Our annual Science Fair for grades 7 & 8 students will be held on Friday, March 15^th.
Book Fair Week begins March 18^th-22^nd.
Student-Led Conferences are on March 21^st 4:00-7:30pm, and March 22^nd, 9:00-11:30am. Please watch for a Sign-Up Genius link coming soon.
Reports cards go home on March 21^st.
Friday, March 22^nd is an Inservice Day. There is no school. BASC closes at 4:00pm.
Spring Break begins March 25^th-April April 2^nd.

BASC

New month— please submit your BASC form.
There is BLINE on Monday.
The St. Patty’s Craft is on Tuesday.
BLINE is on Wednesday.
Early dismissal is on Thursday.
Friday is no school, and BASC is full.
Friday, March 22^nd —BASC closes at 4PM.
April has a Mother’s Day Craft, and a Field Trip on Friday, April 12th.
May has a Father’s Day Craft, Golf, Tennis, and a Morning Breakfast Workshop.
June will have a Field Trip on Friday, June 7th.

Any student not picked up by the time we close will be charged a late fee.
Thanks Kim.

BLESSING BAGS

Thanks to your incredible generosity, we have successfully collected over $500.00 for our Blessing Bag initiative! The funds gathered helped us to purchase essential items and necessities to bring comfort and warmth to those in need. Each bag contains a pair of thermal socks, a package of wipes, toothbrushes, toothpaste, floss, a water bottle, band aids, and a granola bar. This week the Mass Readers Club assembled the 100 Blessing Bags.
A very special thank you to Revive Dental who donated toothbrushes for this worthy cause.
Once again, thank you for your incredible support. It is heartening to witness the power of our community coming together to spread kindness.
SCCS Spiritual School Goals Committee

VOLUNTEER TO HELP WITH WEDNESDAY PIZZA & HOT DOG FUNDRAISING LUNCHES FEB MAR APR 2024

Please click on the link above if you can volunteer to help with fundraising lunches.

SCCS GOLF TOURNAMENT

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

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. Please follow the directions in the enclosed letter. The plants will be delivered to St. Charles Catholic School on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. If you have any questions, please contact Kasia at plantfundraiser@stccs.ca Thank you for your support!

Online sales are now open and will accept orders until April 15, 2024.

SPENST PIZZA FUNDRAISER

Only one more week to collect your Spenst Pizza Fundraiser orders!!! Please support SCCS by collecting pizza orders from family and friends. Order Forms were sent home with your child last Friday. All orders and payment will need to be submitted to the MunchaLunch website, no later than March 7th please. Delivery date will be March 20th. You can click on the link to access the MunchaLunch login https://www.munchalunch.com once you have collected all your orders.
If you have questions, you can contact the coordinators:
Michelle Lightfoot via text at 204-791-8200
email: michellelightfoot23@gmail.com
Amber Hemminger via text at 204-898-4299
email: aheminger@gmail.com

LOADING ZONE

40 CANS OF LENT

Let’s fill up those boxes! All canned items are encouraged.

Thank you in advance for your generosity. 😊

HOW-TO For New Members:

You can download the app from Google Play if on Android phone, or the Apple Store. To sign up, click here:

https://flipgive.app.link/teams/join?fundraiser_name=Rick+Lippens&joincode=NB7F49

HOW-TO For Existing Members:

Once you have signed up, to access the app and check things out at any time, see our link here:

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

For Any Questions

If you have any questions, please contact us at this email address anytime: Onlineshop_fundraising@stccs.ca

You are only a click away from helping out St. Charles Catholic School. THANKS to all for your support, Online Fundraising Team

COMMUNITY NEWS: 2024 Outdoor Soccer Registration for Sturgeon Heights CC:

https://www.rampregistrations.com/public/participantreg?v3=d571059b

For subsidy information please contact Todd at: sturgeonheightssoccer@hotmail.com

Jesus our guide, you know that we find it difficult to sacrifice our luxuries. It can be as hard as the rocks we find on the ground. Help us to recognize that our sacrifices during this season bring us closer to you. May we always remember your great love for us.
Amen.

Have an amazing weekend, and I’ll see you all next week!
Tammy

Principal’s Weekly Update – February 9th, 2024

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

Update Attachments – : 2024 Glenlea SCCS Letter

Our Shrove Tuesday Pancake Breakfast is coming up on Tuesday, February 13^th from 7:00am-8:30am. Please join us! All are welcome, parents, students, grandparents, everyone. 😊 We’d love to see you there! (I hear the pancakes are going to be amazing!)

*If you are a KF or KL parent, please drop off all donations for the Shrove Tuesday Pancake Breakfast at the school on Monday, February 12^th.
Grades 7 & 8 Moms: Last call for volunteering for Winter Camp from March 4^th-6^th. We are still in need of moms who have both their Child Abuse Registry Check & Criminal Record Check completed. Please reach out to me if you can help even if it is only for 1 night. Thank you.
*Don’t forget to send in your re-registrations as soon as possible. The deadline is Friday, February 23^rd at 6:00pm.

TAKE A LOOK AT WHAT HAPPENED THIS WEEK…

Our grades 7 & 8 students began the week with exams.
It was also Learn to Skate on Monday for our K-2 students.
On Wednesday morning, I attended my monthly Principal’s Meeting at the Archdiocese office.
The gr. 4 class had a WISE Kid-Netic presentation on Thursday morning.
Thursday was the last day of exams for grades 7 & 8 students.
Today was the annual grade 7 & 8 Ski Trip to Holiday Mountain.

LOOK WHAT’S HAPPENING NEXT WEEK….

Monday we kick-off Catholic Schools Week! We will have an assembly that afternoon.
Monday is also Learn to Skate for our K-2 students.
Tuesday is our annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake Breakfast hosted by our KF and KL families. The breakfast goes from 7:00-8:30am in the school cafeteria.
On Tuesday afternoon, our K-2 students will be going bowling.
Wednesday morning is our next Roots of Empathy family visit with Mrs. Gregorchuk and little Thomas.
Wednesday we have our Ash Wednesday School Mass over at the church at 10:30am. Fr. Sarce will celebrate Mass with us.
Wednesday is also Red, White, & Pink Colour Day.
On Thursday, it is our annual K-2 100 Day.
Our grades 3 & 4 students will be heading to the Manitoba Museum on Thursday.
Our grades 5 & 6 students will be doing a STEM activity in the morning on Thursday, and in the afternoon will head out to go bowling.
Our grades 7 & 8 students will also be going bowling Thursday afternoon, along with lazer tag.
Friday is an Inservice Day. There is no school. Teaching staff will be participating in our annual Catholic Schools Day Professional Development Day at St. Mary’s Academy.

LOOK WHAT’S COMING UP…..

There’s no school on February 19^th as it is Louis Riel Day.
February 22^nd will be “Character Dress up Day.” Students and staff are encouraged to dress up as their favourite book character.
Grades 3-8 will be going to the Festival Du Voyageur on February 23^rd.
All re-registrations are due on February 23^rd.
Pink Shirt Day is coming on February 28^th. We will be having a special assembly that day. More details to follow.
February 29^th will be a “Flash Reading Mob” at SCCS.

SPECIAL NEWS …

William, one of our grade 5 students, has an exciting weekend ahead!
He qualified for the Manitoba Junior Provincials Swim Meet and is swimming in Brandon this weekend in nine events!!
Best of luck, William!

NEW SPORTS JERSEYS

St. Charles Catholic School is very lucky! Through an anonymous donor, we have been able to purchase 60 new sports jerseys for our volleyball and basketball teams! This is very exciting! We are extremely grateful for their kindness and generosity. Thank you.

BASC

There is BLINE on Monday.
Tuesday is the Valentine Craft.
Friday, no school. All day BASC full.

If you have any questions about BASC please do not hesitate to contact me.
Thanks Kim.

GLENLEA GREENHOUSES FUNDRAISER-ORDER NOW!

We are having some issues with older students bringing perfume and scented hairspray to school. Many of our students, and some of our staff, have allergies to these products.

Please do not send these products to school going forward.

Teachers will also be having a conversation with students regarding this matter.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

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VOLUNTEER FOR MORNING LOADING ZONE PATROL 2024

40 CANS OF LENT

Thanks to your incredible generosity, we have successfully collected $510.00 for our Blessing Bag initiative! The funds gathered will now be utilized to assemble Blessing Bags over the next couple of weeks at the school. These thoughtfully prepared bags will be filled with essential items and necessities to bring comfort and warmth to those in need. We plan to deliver these Blessing Bags to Siloam Mission later this month. Once again, thank you for your incredible support. It is heartening to witness the power of our community coming together to spread kindness. We will keep you updated on the progress of the Blessing Bag initiative and look forward to sharing the impact we make together.
SCCS Spiritual School Goals Committee

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VOLUNTEER FOR MORNING LOADING ZONE PATROL 2024

ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT

“Our Annual Golf Tournament is just around the corner; We require an additional team member to coordinate prizes. If you are interested in taking on this role, please email fundraising@stcsc.ca”

ONLINE FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN – FLIPGIVE APP

Hello again friends and family of St. Charles School. Come and check out the latest Valentine’s Day and February sales at FlipGive. Gift cards and online shopping are yours to explore with our FlipGive app. This is accessible via iPhone or Android phones, as well as off of any Windows or Apple computer.

The Body Shop, Under Armour, Foot Locker, The Shoe Company, Ardene, Canadian Tire, Sephora, Crocks, Marks, Walmart, Safeway, Winners, Old Navy, Gap, Boston Pizza, Tim Hortons, Applebee’s, Starbucks, Indigo, Door Dash are all waiting for you to check out.

Also don’t forget: for electronics gifts checkout Roblox, Sony, Kobo, XBox, HP, and Best Buy. Get a gift for yourself or for your friends, family, or favourite teacher and help raise funds without all the hassle of having to go in-person.

HOW-TO For New Members:

You can download the app from Google Play if on Android phone, or the Apple Store. To sign up, click here:

https://flipgive.app.link/teams/join?fundraiser_name=Rick+Lippens&joincode=NB7F49

HOW-TO For Existing Members:

Once you have signed up, to access the app and check things out at any time, see our link here:

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

For Any Questions

If you have any questions, please contact us at this email address anytime: Onlineshop_fundraising@stccs.ca

You are only a click away from helping out St. Charles Catholic School. Happy Shopping from Your Online Fundraising Team

Come Gracious Spirit, Heavenly Dove,
With light and comfort from above.
Be Thou our Guardian, Thou our Guide,
Stay close by every child’s side. Amen!

SCCS is always a busy place! Can you believe that we are officially halfway through the current school year?
Enjoy your upcoming weekend and I’ll see you on Monday!
Tammy

Principal’s Weekly Update – February 2nd, 2024

Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” (Josh 1:9)

Update Attachments – : School Mini Warriors Flyer

The SCCS Board of Directors is preparing for the 2024 planning session and would like to include the thoughts and vision of the parents. A questionnaire has been prepared for your completion. Your responses are anonymous, and your input is greatly appreciated and valued. Please take a few moments to complete the questionnaire. We would like responses submitted by February 5th.

Sincerely,
The Board Planning Committee

https://forms.gle/HULmXyvY3CHyY58P9

IMPORTANT HOT LUNCH FUNDRAISER – FEBRUARY 14

Please double check your MunchaLunch account for Ash Wednesday (Feb 14) as existing hot dog and Booster Juice orders have been cancelled and credited to your account. Hot dogs have been replaced with a cheese pizza option.
Please place your cheese pizza, Booster Juice and chips orders ASAP!

https://munchalunch.com/login

All February 14 lunch orders are due (with payment) by February 7.
Any questions? Kindly reach out to fundraising@stccs.ca .

TAKE A LOOK AT WHAT HAPPENED THIS WEEK…

Re-registrations were distributed on Monday. All re-registrations are due on February 23^rd.
Our grades 7 & 8 students had Enrichment classes on Tuesday morning.
There was a PML Noon Recital on Tuesday.
Our annual Kinder Fair/Grades 1-8 General Open House happened on Tuesday evening. What a wonderful evening! Thank you again to all of you who share your experiences about SCCS with others. So much positive feedback! It is sincerely appreciated.
We were lucky enough have some former students come to volunteer this week at SCCS! 😊
Thursday, we had our “I Love to Read” month kick-off assembly. It was also early dismissal because teaching staff had their monthly Staff Meeting.
Today was “Read My Shirt” day at SCCS. Students/staff were encouraged to wear shirts that have words on them for “I Love to Read” month.
Today we had a wonderful band concert from Westwood Collegiate. Their Senior Jazz band, under the direction of Mr. Greg Edwards, came to play for us. It was an amazing concert and our students especially loved when they played YMCA!
Tonight is Bingo Night! 😊 See you all soon!

LOOK WHAT’S HAPPENING NEXT WEEK….

Grade 7 & 8 exam week begins on February 5^th.
I will be attending my monthly Principal’s Meeting on February 7^th.
On February 8^th, the grade 4 class will have a WISE Kid-Netic presentation here at school.
On Friday, students are encouraged to bring a flashlight to school to participate in “Flashlight Friday.”
The Middle Years Ski Trip is on February 9^th.

LOOK WHAT’S COMING UP…..

Catholic Schools Week begins February 12^th. Stay tuned for more information!
Our Shrove Tuesday Pancake Breakfast will be held in our school cafeteria on February 13^th.
Ash Wednesday School Mass is on February 14^th over at the church.
There is no school on February 16^th as teaching staff are participating in our annual Catholic Schools PD Day at St. Mary’s Academy.
There’s no school on February 19^th as it is Louis Riel Day.
February 22^nd will be “Character Dress up Day.” Students and staff are encouraged to dress up as your favourite book character.
Grades 3-8 will be going to the Festival Du Voyageur on February 23^rd.
All re-registrations are due on February 23^rd.
Pink Shirt Day is coming on February 28^th. We will be having a special assembly that day. More details to follow.
February 29^th will be a “Flash Reading Mob” at SCCS.

EXAM SCHEDULE FOR GRADES 7 & 8

Monday, February 5^th—ELA

Tuesday, February 6^th—Math

Wednesday, February 7^th—Social Studies

Thursday, February 8^th—Science

BASC

BLINE starts on Monday.
Last Curling is on Wednesday.
Thursday is Donut Baking.
Donuts, Pizza and Sushi workshops are all FULL.
Friday, February 16^th is full Day BASC. You must register to attend.
March and April forms are available.
There are crafts and field trips both months.
BASC Tax Receipts will be sent home around the 16^th of February.
BASC Summer Care applications will be available February 20^th

If you have any questions about BASC please do not hesitate to contact me.
Thanks Kim.

PERFUMES / HAIRSPRAY

We are having some issues with older students bringing perfume and scented hairspray to school. Many of our students, and some of our staff, have allergies to these products.

Please do not send these products to school going forward.

Teachers will also be having a conversation with students regarding this matter.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

MANITOBA MOOSE TICKETS OPPORTUNITY

The Manitoba Moose Hockey Club is excited to announce the date for their “Independent Schools Game.” This season the game will take place on Saturday, February 17^th, 2023 @ 2 PM (Mini Bobblehead for the first 3,000 to enter the doors)

They have made a few changes to the program for the 2023/24 season! Each St. Charles family will receive 1 complimentary ticket to the game. You can purchase additional tickets at only $18.80 plus fees (regular $37 to $42.25)!

I have taken this opportunity to register St Charles for the Independent School Offer to attend the Moose game – here is your custom link for the game

https://fevo-enterprise.com/Stcharles7

Seats are subject to availability. All our school families will be sitting in the same section!
Have fun!

BLESSING BAG UPDATE

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VOLUNTEER FOR MORNING LOADING ZONE PATROL 2024

ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT

ONLINE FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN – FLIPGIVE APP

Hello again friends and family of St. Charles School. FlipGive gift cards and online shopping are waiting for you right now, as we have a New Year and New Deals. The FlipGive app runs on iPhone or Android phones, as well as off of any Windows or Apple computer.

The Shoe Company, Ardene, Canadian Tire, Sephora, Crocks, Marks, Walmart, Safeway, Winners, Old Navy, Gap, Boston Pizza, Tim Hortons, Applebee’s, Starbucks, Indigo, Door Dash are all waiting for you to check out.

HOW-TO For New Members:

You can download the app from Google Play if on Android phone, or the Apple Store. To sign up, click here:

https://flipgive.app.link/teams/join?fundraiser_name=Rick+Lippens&joincode=NB7F49

HOW-TO For Existing Members:

Once you have signed up, to access the app and check things out at any time, see our link here:

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

For Any Questions

If you have any questions, please contact us at this email address anytime: Onlineshop_fundraising@stccs.ca

You are only a click away from helping out St. Charles Catholic School. Happy Shopping from Your Online Fundraising Team

Come Gracious Spirit, Heavenly Dove,
With light and comfort from above.
Be Thou our Guardian, Thou our Guide,
Stay close by every child’s side. Amen!

This has been a great week! Wishing you all a terrific weekend, and I look forward to seeing you at the Family Bingo Evening tonight!
Tammy

Principal’s Weekly Update – January 26th, 2024

Do small things with great love. (St. Mother Teresa)

Update Attachments – : Bingo Flyer Confirmation Rally 2024 Invitation

TAKE A LOOK AT WHAT HAPPENED THIS WEEK…

We began our new week with a Musical Bake Sale on Monday.
Fr. Kelly celebrated our School Mass on Tuesday morning.
I attended a virtual Manitoba Federation of Independent Schools Board of Directors meeting on Tuesday.
Wednesday was Pizza Lunch for those students who ordered.
Today there was no school. Staff had a retreat day with our Corporate Board Chair, Fr. Eric Giddins. The topic was Loss & Grief, and the Spirituality of the Resurrection.

LOOK WHAT’S HAPPENING NEXT WEEK….

Monday is Learn to Skate for our K-2 students.
Re-registrations will be distributed on Monday, January 29^th. Make sure to check your son/daughter’s backpack.
Our grades 7 & 8 students have Enrichment classes on Tuesday morning.
There is a PML Noon Recital on Tuesday.
Tuesday evening is our annual Kinder Fair/General Open House. Kinder Fair begins at 5:45pm, (group assignments), and the General Open House begins at 6:30pm.
Wednesday is Hot Dog Lunch for those students who have ordered.
Thursday is our kickoff assembly to “I Love to Read” month. It is also early dismissal at 2:30pm, and teachers have a Staff Meeting too.
Friday is our annual Bingo Night at St. Paul the Apostle Parish. Keep reading my update for more detailed information.

LOOK WHAT’S COMING UP…..

Grade 7 & 8 exam week begins on February 5^th.
I will be attending my monthly Principal’s Meeting on February 7^th.
On February 8^th, the grade 4 class will have a WISE Kid-Netic presentation here at school.
The Middle Years Ski Trip is on February 9^th.
Catholic Schools Week begins February 12^th. Stay tuned for more information!
Our Shrove Tuesday Pancake Breakfast will be held February 13^th.
Ash Wednesday School Mass is on February 14^th.
There is no school on February 16^th as teaching staff are participating in our annual Catholic Schools PD Day.
There’s no school on February 19^th as it’s Louis Riel Day.
Grades 3-8 will be going to the Festival Du Voyageur on February 23^rd.
All re-registrations are due on February 23^rd.
Pink Shirt Day is coming on February 28^th. We will be having a special assembly that day. More details to follow.

If you are looking for any Permission Click emails, please check our school website. https://www.stccs.ca/sccs-parent-information-zone/permission-click-forms/

BASC

New month next week.
Make sure to submit your February’s BASC form before you attend.
Early dismissal Feb 1^st
BLINE (jiujitsu) new session starts Feb 5th
There is a Valentine’s Craft, Donut Baking, Pizza Making, Sushi Rolling in February.
Full day BASC Friday, February 16^th, must be registered by February 2^nd to attend.
No School & no BASC February 19th.
March & April have crafts with a full day BASC field trip.
Forms are available at the front entrance.

Thank you, Kim

OTHER

There will be musical practices during exams and Catholic School week.

CAN YOU HELP?

VOLUNTEER TO CONTRIBUTE REFRESHMENT ITEMS FOR OUR OPEN HOUSE Tuesday, January 30, 2024

BLESSING BAGS

SCCS is organizing Blessing Bags for Siloam Mission, aiming to assist individuals in our community facing hardships. Blessing Bags are care packages filled with essential items to provide support and comfort to those in need. We kindly request a $2 contribution from each student to fund the necessary supplies for these bags. We welcome additional contributions if you are able to give more. Classroom teachers will be collecting the contributions over the next two weeks. Further details will be provided soon. Thank you for your support!
SCCS Spiritual School Goals Committee

OUR ANNUAL FAMILY BINGO NIGHT IS BACK!

Attention St. Charles Catholic School families: Are you looking for a fun filled family evening supporting our SCCS community?! Well then come join us for our annual BINGO Night at St Paul the Apostle on Friday February 2nd doors open at 6pm.

Please note, prizes are assembled from the many individual items donated by our community.

So to make this night as successful as past years we do require your assistance with accumulating donation items. Do you have any toys, games, wine, event tickets (eg. Jets tickets) or gift cards that you don’t plan on using? Please consider donating them. Donated items will be counted towards volunteer hours. $25 value = 1 volunteer hour. Prize donations can be dropped off at the school (front office).

Please contact bingofundraiser@stccs.ca if you have any questions.

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ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT

“Our Annual Golf Tournament is just around the corner; We require an additional team member to coordinate prizes. If you are interested in taking on this role, please email fundraisng@stcsc.ca”

ONLINE FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN – FLIPGIVE APP

HOW-TO For New Members:

You can download the app from Google Play if on Android phone, or the Apple Store. To sign up, click here:

https://flipgive.app.link/teams/join?fundraiser_name=Rick+Lippens&joincode=NB7F49

HOW-TO For Existing Members:

Once you have signed up, to access the app and check things out at any time, see our link here:

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

For Any Questions

If you have any questions, please contact us at this email address anytime: Onlineshop_fundraising@stccs.ca

You are only a click away from helping out St. Charles Catholic School. Happy Shopping from Your Online Fundraising Team

Let us remember that we are all one, embracing all, discriminating against none. May your year be filled with peace, prosperity and love. May God’s blessings shower upon you and bestow upon each of you a bright, healthy and peaceful new year.

Hope you all have a terrific weekend and enjoy the warmer weather!
See you on Monday!
Tammy