Principal’s Weekly Update and Important Information- May 15, 2026
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SCCS Golf Tournament
SCCS 26th Annual Golf Tournament takes place this THURSDAY, May 21st at Breezy Bend Golf and Country Cub.
We are grateful for the support already received; however, we still have a few key areas where additional assistance would greatly help ensure the success of this event:
How you can help:
- Prizes: We are seeking gift card donations valued between $25–$50 (e.g., restaurants, grocery stores, gas stations).
- Wine Raffle: Additional wine bottle donations are still needed.
- Volunteers: We are looking for at least six more volunteers for May 21, from approximately 11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Volunteers will receive double volunteer-hour credit and will qualify for free BASC for that day.
If you are able to support in any of these ways, please drop off items at the school office or contact the Golf Tournament Coordinator at andreasiwak@shaw.ca.
As a reminder, $30 equals one volunteer hour, making this a great opportunity to complete hours before the end of the school year.
Thank you, as always, for your generosity and continued support of SCCS. We truly could not do this without our strong and caring community.
TAKE A LOOK AT WHAT HAPPENED THIS WEEK …
- Milk Spirit Week
- Super Sonic Soccer Intermurals for K-2 students at lunch recess
- Grade 6 & 8 Immunization
- School Mass
- Milk Spirit Colour Day
- Subway/Hot Dog Fundraising Lunch
- Winnipeg Police Services presentations
- Freezie Sale
- Alumni Student Volunteers helping in classrooms
LOOKING AHEAD TO NEXT WEEK …
- Victoria Day May Long Weekend May 18th – NO SCHOOL/NO BASC
- Advisory on Tuesday
- Wednesday Pizza Fundraising Lunch
- Breeze Bend Golf Tournament on Thursday
- John Taylor Track Meet on Friday
LOOK WHAT’S COMING UP …
- Enrichment May 26th
- Wednesday Subway/Hot Dog Fundraising Lunch *THIS IS THE LAST FUNDRAISING LUNCH OF THIS SCHOOL YEAR
- PAC Meeting at 630 pm in our cafeteria on May 27th
- PML Lunch Hour Recital on May 28th
- Spring Concert at St. Paul’s High School at 630 pm on May 28th
- Seed Survivor Presentations for Grade 1-4 students on May 29th
- Grade 8 Farewell Bake Sale on May 29th
KINDERGARTEN DONUTS WITH DAD
Kindergarten dad’s are invited to our special Donuts with Dad event on Friday, June 19 starting at 2:45 PM sharp!
CAMP MANITOU
Our recent trip to Camp Manitou was a truly enriching experience for our students, staff, and school community. The opportunity to learn, grow, and connect in an outdoor setting created lasting memories and meaningful learning.
We are grateful to our parent community for their ongoing support, which helps make experiences like this possible. A special thank you to our parent volunteers who generously gave their time and energy—your presence and support made a significant difference throughout the camp.
We also extend our sincere appreciation to our staff for their careful planning and dedication in organizing a safe, engaging, and enjoyable experience for all. Finally, we commend our students for their courage to try new activities and fully participate in this opportunity. Your enthusiasm and willingness to step outside your comfort zone make our school a better place.
CCSTA
We are pleased to share that our Grades 6–8 Choir has been selected to perform at the Canadian Catholic School Trustees’ Association 2026 Conference-an exciting honour and opportunity to represent St. Charles Catholic School.
The choir will perform during the opening ceremonies on Thursday, June 4 at the Radisson Hotel in Winnipeg at 7PM.
Please complete the Permission Click to confirm your child’s attendance May 22. Here is the link: https://permission.click/XDQQ7/ca
We look forward to showcasing the wonderful talents of our students.
MILK SPIRIT WEEK
Milk Spirit Week was a wonderful success, filled with fun activities,exciting events, and great school spirit throughout the week. Students enjoyed participating in a variety of experiences, had chances to win prizes, and celebrated together with a lively dance party to close out the week. Thank you to everyone who helped make it such a memorable celebration!
VIP HOURS
Please ensure VIP hours are entered in a timely manner and check carefully to avoid duplicate submissions. Many families still have outstanding hours that have not yet been entered. If you are looking for volunteer opportunities check out the red links throughout the Update. Here is the direct link to Parent Zone: www.stccs.ca
HOT LUNCH FUNDRAISER
Thank you to the many parents who regularly support us each Wednesday. We would be very grateful to have some new volunteers join the Wednesday group to help out as well.
Reminder: All orders must be placed through Munch-a-Lunch at www.munchalunch.com ONE WEEK IN ADVANCE. If you have questions, please contact fundraising@stccs.ca. We also are in need and have many volunteer opportunities available: VOLUNTEER for WEDNESDAY FUNDRAISING LUNCHES 2026
PICK-UP AND DROP-OFF SAFETY REMINDER
We continue to see cars parked in the bus loop. Please DO NOT PARK or WAIT IN YOU VEHICLE in the bus loop! You will be ticketed.
For everyone’s safety, please use only the designated loading zone, parking lot, behind the church or any side streets for student drop-off and pick-up. Your cooperation helps keep all students and families safe.
We are looking for parent volunteers to assist with our parking lot and loading zone patrol. Please sign up using the link below:
2025-2026 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED | PARKING LOT & LOADING ZONE PATROL
DRESS CODE FOR COLOUR DAYS
Friendly Reminder: On colour days, students are expected to continue following the general dress code guidelines outlined in the school agenda. Shirts should be of appropriate length and long enough to be tucked in, and shorts should be comparable in length to the school uniform skort (approximately two inches above the knee). For safety, Crocs and open-toed sandals are not permitted as outdoor footwear.
BASC
- Tuesday: Golf
- Wednesday: Kids-Netic
- Thursday: Tennis
Friday is the final day to register for the full-day BASC program on June 5. The Father’s Day craft will be the final BASC program of the session. Please ensure that any outstanding attendance fees are submitted at your earliest convenience. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Furutani.
SCHOOL SAFETY PATROL RECOGNITION
We are proud to share that our School Safety Patrol team has been awarded Third Place in the Independent School Division. Throughout the school year, patrol teams across the division were observed and evaluated on their performance by School Engagement Officers. We congratulate our patrol members and supervisors on this well‑deserved recognition and thank them for their commitment to safety and leadership within our school community.
BADMINTON
Our badminton season has come to a close, with our Grade 6–8 teams competing in their end-of-season tournaments.
Congratulations to our Grade 6 girls’ and boys’ teams, who both earned 3rd place finishes at the MCSAA Badminton Tournament. We are proud to recognize the following student achievements:
- Sarah and Meera – 3rd place, Grade 6 girls’ doubles
- Andy and Sarah – 1st place, Grade 6 mixed doubles
- Margaret – 2nd place, Grade 7 girls’ singles
- Charlie and Bennett – 4th place, Grade 8 boys’ doubles
Well done to all of our athletes for their dedication and sportsmanship throughout the season.
Keira Bond, a former student and like every student who has been part of our community, was deeply valued and made a lasting impact that continues today.
Her memorial tree at the front of our school reminds us of her life and spirit. Each year, our community comes together to honour her memory through Keira’s Walk, and we are grateful for the continued support and care shown by our families and staff. Please see the information below from Mrs. Froystad, our Grade 5 Teacher.
Dear SCCS Community,
I’m writing to invite you to join the team, Keira’s Krusaders, in support of Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada. We’d love to have you join the national movement to end brain tumours and to honour the memory of a very special girl, Keira Bond. This year our Keira Krusader Crew will be meeting at Grant’s Old Mill at 10:00 am on Sunday, June 14th. We will be walking together along Sturgeon Creek, a place Keira enjoyed. To join our team, simply click on the link below. Join or Donate to Keira’s Krusaders Team. If you are unable to join the team to walk but would like to learn more about Keira or donate to the cause, click on the link above as well.Sincerely,
Nancy Froystad
PML NEWS
Year‑End Recitals: We are in the final weeks of private music lessons and are excited to celebrate our students at the year‑end recital series on Wednesday, June 3, held at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church (600 Cambridge Street, River Heights).
- 4:30–5:30 p.m. — Students of Renate, Lorilee, and Maya
- 6:00–7:00 p.m. — Students of Elizabeth, Julianne, and Erin
- 7:30–8:30 p.m. — Students of Rod, Andrew, Kyle, and Melissa
Registration for 2026–2027: 30‑minute private music lessons for the 2026–2027 school year is now open and can be completed using the following link: https://permission.click/gNjPZ/ca.
45‑minute lessons will be offered at the teacher’s discretion, with the registration link shared directly by email. Important deadline: Existing PML students must register by May 15 to secure their current lesson spot for next year. Additional information is available on the PML page via the website ParentZone. For questions, please contact Melissa Gingrich at mgingrich@stccs.ca.
TRACK & FIELD
Our school Track & Field meet will take place on May 22 at John Taylor Collegiate from 830-230pm. All Grade 4-8 students will be participating in this school activity. Parent volunteers assist with events throughout the day from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. We are still in need of a few volunteers. If you are available and interested in volunteering, please contact Mr. Vechina at jvechina@stccs.ca to sign up.
SCCS SPRING CONCERT
Date: Thursday, May 28, 2026
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: St. Paul’s High School – Multiplex
If your child is unable to attend, please notify Mrs. Gregorchuk by email. Your communication is appreciated, as this concert is an important component of students’ performance learning goals and supports both individual progress and overall school planning.
TIPI PROJECT
Our Middle Years students recently completed the Respect Tipi project, a collaborative learning activity focused on respect, community, and reconciliation. Through the creation of the tipi, students explored the meaning of respect for self, others, creation, and Indigenous cultures, while also learning about the significance of the tipi as a traditional Indigenous structure. The project encouraged thoughtful dialogue, teamwork, and a deeper understanding of how respect is lived out in our daily interactions and school community.
SEED SURVIVOR
We are excited to welcome Seed Survivor back to our school! This was a highlight for our students last year, and we are looking forward to another engaging and enriching experience.
Students in Grades 1-4 will participate in hands-on, outdoor learning activities that explore agriculture, sustainability, and the importance of where our food comes from. It is an incredible opportunity for students to learn in an interactive and meaningful way-bringing science and environmental awareness to life.
We learned so much during their visit last year, and we are thrilled to continue building on that experience!
2026 – 2027 SCHOOL KEY DATES
2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR SCHOOL EVENTS
TURF CAMPAIGN – FROM THE GROUND UP – HELP BUILD OUR PLAYGROUND
We are asking for your help! So far we have raised $108,095. Amazing!
You can track our progress on the school website. There is also an attached QR code in the brochure (see .pdf copy below).
Have a great LONG weekend!
Aneta Prettie PRINCIPAL
St. Charles Catholic School
Phone: 204-837-1520 ext. 222
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