Principal’s Weekly Update and Important Information- June 19, 2026 9
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This week’s message begins with a heartfelt thank you to some staff members who will not be returning next year.
- Mrs. Maria Lazatin – A valued member of our staff since 2010, Mrs. Lazatin has served as an Educational Assistant, tutor, and on-call teacher. Her dedication and genuine care for students have been deeply appreciated.
- Ms. Lora Lynne Molloy – Joined our team in 2024 as an Educational Assistant and has brought a strong sense of compassion and warmth to her work with students.
We are grateful for the many gifts they have shared with our community, the care they have shown our students, and the contributions they have made during their time with us.
At the same time, we are excited to welcome new members to our team. Each brings a passion for Catholic education and a commitment to student growth. Please join me in welcoming
Sarah MacDougall and Chioma Eronini, our new Educational Assistants.
We are also pleased to share our staff for the 2026–2027 school year. We thank all staff for their ongoing dedication and look forward to another excellent year together.
| Mrs. Prettie – Principal | Mr. Vechina – Vice Principal |
| Mrs. Newman – Administrative Assistant |
| Mrs. Laufer – Kindergarten | Mrs. Flaingos – Kindergarten | Mrs. Barnes – Grade 1 |
| Mrs. Sherlock – Grade 1-2 | Mrs. McIsaac – Grade 2 | Mrs. Mardis – Grade 3 |
| Ms. Langlois – Grade 3-4 | Ms. Santos – Grade 4 | Mrs. Froystad – Grade 5 |
| Mrs. McEvoy – Grade 5-6 | Mrs. Van Helvert – Grade 6 | Mrs. Chliboyko – Kindergarten to Grade 4 PE |
| Mr. Vechina – Grade 5-8 PE | Ms. Levesque – Kindergarten to Grade 6 French | Ms. Copeland – Grade 7-8 French/Science |
| Mr. Domolewski – Grade 7-8 Religion/Math | Ms. Cascegna – Grade 7-8 ELA/SS | Mrs. Gregorchuk – Kindergarten to Grade 8 Music |
| Mrs. Mulvena Resource | Ms. Carreiro – Educational Assistant | Ms. Thompson – Educational Assistant |
| Mrs. Christle – Educational Assistant | Mr. Shepherd – Educational Assistant | Mrs. Senderewich – IT Director |
| Mr. Penner – IT Assistant | Mr. Sanchez – Maintenance | Ms. Jaremowich – Reception |
| Ms. Furutani – BASC Director | Mrs. Gingrich – PML Coordinator | Mrs. Boughton – Resource (Returning from maternity leave in December) |
“There are different kinds of gifts, but the same Spirit distributes them. There are different kinds of service, but the same Lord.” 1 Corinthians 12:4–5
TAKE A LOOK AT WHAT HAPPENED THIS WEEK …
- Summer Colour Days
- Uniform Pickup Day
- Grades 4 & 5 Band Instrument Testing
- Middle Years Exams
- K-2 Farm field trip
- Kinder Donuts with Dad
LOOKING AHEAD TO NEXT WEEK …
- Grade 3-4 field trip on Tuesday
- Grade 6 field trip on Wednesday
- Grade 8 Farewell field trip on Wednesday
- Grade 8 Farewell rehearsal on Thursday
- Last lunch order day is Thursday
- Kinder Grad on Friday
- Grade 8 Farewell Mass/Awards/Reception on Friday
- Grade 5 Oak Hammock Marsh field trip on Friday
LOOK WHAT’S COMING UP …
- Grades 1-7 Awards on June 29th
- TRACK Awards on June 29th
- June 30th: Report Cards distributed
- School Mass
- Early Dismissal 11:35am/NO PM BASC
PICK-UP AND DROP-OFF SAFETY REMINDER
Please use designated areas for parking and drop-off. Your cooperation helps keep all students and families safe.
Please sign up using the link below to volunteer: 2025-2026 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED | PARKING LOT & LOADING ZONE PATROL
KINDERGARTEN GRAD
Please use the Sign-Up Genius link below to volunteer or contribute to our Kindergarten Graduation: VOLUNTEER TO CONTRIBUTE TO OUR KINDERGARTEN GRADUATION to be held on Friday, June 26, 2026 at 10 am
GRADE 8 FAREWELL
We truly appreciate your support and partnership in creating a special evening for our Grade 8 students. Here is the link: VOLUNTEER TO CONTRIBUTE TO OUR GRADE 8 FAREWELL to be held on Friday, June 26, 2026
BASC
Please submit all outstanding BASC payments by June 30.
Looking ahead to September:
- BASC registration forms will be posted on the school website in August.
- Programming will include BLINE, swimming, and a fall craft.
- Additional details will be shared on the website. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Furutani. Swimming lesson registration forms are due by September 3.
- Additional details will be shared on the website. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Furutani.
ONLINE SAFETY REMINDER FOR FAMILIES
The Winnipeg Police Service has recently shared an important advisory highlighting growing concerns about online safety for children and youth. They note that individuals are increasingly targeting young people through popular platforms such as gaming apps and social media, especially those who may be feeling vulnerable.
Families are encouraged to stay engaged with their children’s online activity and watch for signs such as sudden changes in behaviour, secrecy around devices, or exposure to concerning content.
We recommend having open conversations with your children about online safety and ensuring they know to speak to a trusted adult if something doesn’t feel right. Supporting our students’ well-being-both online and offline-continues to be a shared priority.
TRACK & FIELD HIGHLIGHTS
Our Grades 4–6 and Grades 7–8 students represented St. Charles with pride at this year’s track and field meets. From start to finish, our athletes demonstrated determination, sportsmanship, and a strong commitment to doing their best. This is our list of medalists from the track meets, and it reflects both individual excellence and team effort.
| GRADE 4 | GRADE 6 | GRADE 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Ben. S – 1st Ball Throw | Wesley – 3rd 600m | Relay Team – 2nd (Charlie, Bronson, Nathanael, Ben) |
| Sean – 3rd Shot Put | Andy – 2nd High Jump |
| GRADE 5 | GRADE 7 |
|---|---|
| Valentina – 1st 80m; 1st 150m; 1st 600m | Brody – 2nd 1200m; 3rd 800m |
| Sable – 1st Ball Throw; 1st Shot Put | Esmee – 3rd 800m |
| Paul – 2nd Shot Put | Lincoln – 2nd High Jump |
| Harley – 1st High Jump | |
| Augusta – 3rd Long Jump |
A sincere thank you to our staff for their organization and support, and to our parents for ensuring students arrived, were picked up, and were supported throughout the events. Your partnership plays a vital role in making these opportunities possible
TERM 3 REPORT CARDS
Report cards will only be distributed on the last day of school, Tuesday, June 30th. Students will receive their report cards at dismissal time (11:35am).
If your child will not be in attendance on June 30th, you may pick up their report card from the school starting at 8 am. Please note that our staff and student body will be at Mass from 10-11 am and the Front Office will be closed during that time, so report cards will not be available during this hour.
Any uncollected report cards after 2 pm will be held at the school and available for pick up when the office re-opens on August 25th. Thank you for your cooperation and support!
STUDENT PLACEMENTS
Your child’s report card will indicate who their teacher will be for the upcoming school year. Please note that full class lists are not shared.
Student placements have been carefully and thoughtfully determined by staff and administration, with many factors considered to ensure a balanced and supportive learning environment for all students. These decisions are final and will not be changed under any circumstances. Thank you.
If your child will be absent on the last day of school, Tuesday, June 30th, please email reception@stccs.ca as soon as possible to notify the Front Office for attendance purposes. Thankyou!
LICE REMINDER FOR FAMILIES
We kindly remind families to regularly check their children’s hair for head lice. Lice are common and can spread easily in environments where children are in close contact. Please take a few minutes each week to inspect your child’s scalp, especially behind the ears and at the nape of the neck. If lice or nits (eggs) are found, please treat promptly and notify the school. Early detection helps prevent further spread.
Thank you for helping us keep our school community healthy!
LOST AND FOUND
Lost & Found tables will be set up in the school entrance starting Monday and will remain until Thursday at 3:00 PM. We encourage families to stop by the office and check for any missing items before the tables are cleared.
2026 – 2027 SCHOOL KEY DATES
2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR SCHOOL EVENTS
SCHOOL SUPPLY LISTS
The school supply lists for the upcoming school year will be posted on the SCCS website next week. You’ll find detailed lists by grade to help you prepare for September. We encourage families to review the lists early to take advantage of back-to-school sales over the summer. To access the supply lists, please visit our website and look under the “Parent Information” or “Resources” section. Thank you for your support in helping students start the new school year organized and ready to learn!
TURF CAMPAIGN – FROM THE GROUND UP – HELP BUILD OUR PLAYGROUND
Thank you to the community for all your support the past two years.
Our Turf Campaign raised $109,095. Amazing!
We look forward to unveiling Phase II n September: An outdoor classroom and multi-student swing set.
Happy Father’s Day weekend!
Aneta Prettie PRINCIPAL
St. Charles Catholic School
Phone: 204-837-1520 ext. 222
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