Principal’s Weekly Update and Important Information- November 6, 2026

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TRIVIA NIGHT

Trivia Night Ticket purchase extended to Sunday Nov. 8

You must pre-order and pay in advance to attend the event! Sign up here to PURCHASE TICKETS in advance: https://permission.click/7olqqjrvqnu3/ca

Trivia Night is one of St. Charles Catholic School’s major fundraisers, and we would love to see our SCCS families come out and support this fun community event!You do not need to be a trivia expert to have a great time. It’s an evening filled with laughter, friendly competition, and school spirit.

Don’t have a team? No problem! You’ll be able to join a team when you arrive. There’s always room at a table, and it’s a great way to meet other SCCS families. Of course, there is always the SCCS Staff Team to try and beat! 😉

We encourage all families to join us for a fun night while helping raise funds that directly benefit our students and school community.

We also need support to run the event. Please sign up here: VOLUNTEER FOR TRIVIA NIGHT at SCCS Tuesday, November 10, 2026. Thank you for your support. We hope to see you there!

GRADE 8 FAREWELL COMMITTEE

Thank you for organizing the Halloween Howl. It was a wonderful evening, and our students had a fantastic time. Your hard work and dedication helped create a fun, safe, and memorable event for everyone involved.

A special thank you to the many parent volunteers who generously gave their time to help make the evening such a success. Your support is greatly appreciated.

REMEMBRANCE DAY ASSEMBLY

We will be holding a Remembrance Day Assembly on Tuesday, November 10th at 10:30 a.m. Families members from our community are warmly invited to attend.

Our assembly will include many of the traditional elements of a Remembrance Day service, including student flag bearers, musical selections from our choir, prayers, reflections, and a special guest presentation by a retired Colonel from our community. As we gather to honour the courage, sacrifice, and service of Canada’s veterans and active military members, we hope you will join us for this meaningful time of remembrance and gratitude.

BASC

Monday: BLINE
Tuesday: Parkour
Wednesday: NO BASC PROGRAM
Thursday: Kid-Netic

Important:

All programs are currently full, with limited spaces still available in the Crafts Program.
For last-minute BASC arrangements, please contact Kim Furutani directly. Please do not contact the school office or classroom teachers.
If you have not yet submitted your registration form and payment, please do so within the next few days.
As colder weather arrives, please ensure your child comes dressed appropriately for outdoor activities.
Need a fob? Forms are available in the front office. With winter approaching, having a fob will help ensure smooth pick-up and drop-off.

If you have any questions regarding BASC, please contact Kim Furutani, BASC Director.

FUNDRAISING CHOCOLATES

There is still a limited number of fundraising chocolate cases available for purchase. Cases are $100 each and can be purchased and picked up at the school office while supplies last.

We also have raffle ticket books available for $50 per book. Thank you for supporting our school fundraising efforts. Stop by the office soon before they’re gone!

SOCKS FOR SILOAM

After visiting Siloam Mission and learning about the challenges faced by individuals experiencing homelessness, our Grade 8 Enrichment Leadership Group was inspired to take action. From November 2-17, they are leading a Socks for Siloam Mission collection. New socks are one of the shelter’s most needed items, especially during the colder months.

Our collection is off to an incredible start, with over 600 pairs of socks already donated in the first week! Thank you to our students and families for your support and putting your faith into action by bringing warmth, comfort, and hope to those in need.

We also need support to run the event. Please sign up here: VOLUNTEER FOR TRIVIA NIGHT at SCCS Tuesday, November 10, 2026. Thank you for your support. We hope to see you there!

KOATS FOR KIDS

As part of our commitment to Christian service, St. Charles Catholic School is once again participating in the Koats for Kids donation drive. From November 2–18, families are invited to donate gently used winter coats, clothing, and accessories to help keep members of our community warm this winter. Clearly labeled collection bins will be located near the school office. We have collected several boxes of coats. Amazing! Thank you for your generosity.

INDOOR RECESS

Between 8:15 a.m. and 8:35 a.m. if it is raining and you do not see students outside on the playground, it means we are having an indoor recess, and all students may come directly inside the school.

Indoor recess is also called when the wind chill reaches -25°C or colder.

When indoor recess is in effect, students should enter through the main front doors. Student patrols and staff supervisors will still be outside to assist students as they arrive. Thank you for helping us keep students safe and comfortable during inclement weather.

POPCORN DAY

Get ready for Popcorn Day on Friday, November 13!

This month’s popcorn sale will support HCA’s mission project in Sri Lanka, helping children and families in need. Through this initiative, our students are living out our Catholic values by supporting the idea of children helping children.

By purchasing popcorn, students are helping make a difference in the lives of young people around the world while learning the importance of compassion, generosity, and global citizenship. Together, we can make a positive impact, one bag of popcorn at a time!

PARKING

If any members of our school community have questions or concerns regarding parking, traffic flow, drop-off and pick-up procedures, or other related matters, please do not hesitate to reach out to me. We are happy to help and want to ensure a safe and smooth experience for all families.

HELP US SPREAD THE WORD!

Today, each child received one of our promotional flyer cards in their agenda or backpack. These cards help us share information about our upcoming Kindergarten Open House and our General Open House in January.

We are asking each family to help us spread the word. Please consider passing the card along to a family who may be interested, keeping it in your purse or vehicle to share when the opportunity arises, posting it on a community bulletin board, or displaying it at your workplace.

Our families are our best ambassadors, and personal recommendations are one of the most effective ways to introduce new families to our school community. We simply ask that each family help distribute their one card so that it reaches a potential future St. Charles family rather than ending up at the bottom of a backpack or in the recycling bin.

Thank you for helping us share the wonderful things happening at St. Charles Catholic School!

RAFFLE TICKET REMINDER

Please remember that all raffle ticket stubs are due by Friday, November 13.

We also have additional tickets available for families who would like to increase their chances of winning one of our great prizes. Thank you for supporting this important fundraiser. Please contact the office if you would like extra tickets.