Welcome to Pre-K!
St. Patrick Catholic School
Introducing the Pre-K Team!
Mrs. Bellamy
Hello!
My name is Nola Bellamy. I have been teaching at St. Pat’s for 10 years with the majority of those years being in Kindergarten and Early Learning Programs. I am very passionate about how young children learn best and getting to explore and create with them is one of the best parts of my job. I love learning too and have completed my graduate certificate in early childhood education and I am also a certified nature school practitioner.
I have two children of my own; my son Brooks is seven years old and my daughter Hadley is six years old, I also have a puppy named Dexter!
Some of my favorite things to do are spending time with my family, exploring down in the valley, reading books and relaxing on the beach!
I can’t wait to get back to school to learn, grow, and explore with everyone!
Mrs. Leslie
Hello!
My name is Rochelle Leslie. I’ve had the pleasure of working at St. Pats for 7 years now. Before my time at St.Pats, I was a stay at home Mom of 3 after formally completing my Rehab Practitioner Diploma from MacEwan University. I then spent several years in Edmonton Public at an inclusive learning school and also worked with kids with special needs in a variety of workplace settings. During my time at home, I also co-founded Growing in Grace Preschool in Wetaskiwin where I taught and supported the program in various ways.
I have also loved the experience of growing and developing kids as athletes while teaching and coaching Power Skating, Figure Skating, Crossfit Kids, and other volunteer programs. I've always been passionate about kids, knowing that each one is created unique, special, and filled with potential and I am so grateful for the opportunity to learn and grow with our Pre-K kids this year!
Some of my favorite things are: my family, fitness, dining out, travelling, my pets, spending time outdoors, being at home, coffee with friends… Looking forward to a great year together!
Ms. Ragan
Hi! My name is Stephanie Ragan. My favorite things are kids, indoor crafts, tinkering and outdoor adventures such as geocaching, camping, and learning about bugs and plants with my two lovely children.
I have many years experience in recreation from local day camps to week long outdoor camps. I have spent a lot of time supporting families in many areas of need; including speech, development, school and in home support. Most of my EA work at St. Pat's, has been in areas of literacy, numeracy, speech language and occupational therapy. Before that, it was communication and behavior therapy in other schools.
I’ve been an EA for eight years with five of them at St. Pats. St Pats is one of my favourite places to be. I look forward to getting to know all my new friends!
Mrs. Cholowski
My name is Amanda (Wallace) Cholowski, but the kiddos just call me Mrs. C.
This will be my 5th year with EICS. Each year that I have been with St. Pats I have been in an early childhood education classroom, either in Junior Entry, Pre. K or Kindergarten. Before St. Pats I was with BRSD, my role was Assistant Director of the Learning Together Childcare Program. I received my Early Childhood Education certification through Bow Valley College and since starting at St. Pats I have become a certified EA 2. Currently I am taking Speech and Language courses through the U of A.
I am happily married with 3 kids, the oldest girl going into grade 9 and my twin step kids going into grade 3. My hobbies include running, graphic arts and writing, I hope to publish a children’s book one day.
I feel very blessed to be selected for this new adventure and I'm so excited to be working with such an awesome Pre-K team!
Orientation Schedules
Orientation will be approximately an hour long. Orientation day is a chance for you and your preschooler to meet their teachers, meet a few friends from their class, get to know the classroom and play together. We will be giving out a handbook, there will be some paperwork to fill out and will be answering any questions you might have. On orientation day please bring your child’s school supplies.
See schedules below to find your child's orientation date and time.
Regular classes will begin on Tuesday, Sept 8th.
Program Information
NEW - Lower Price!
- 3 days/week (Tues/Wed/Thurs)
- AM Class: 8:27 am - 11:27 am
- Cost: $2950.00/year
Note the price drop...we were able to keep the integrity of the program while being able to offer the program at a more reasonable price point.
Teacher and Support Staff will work collaboratively in planning and delivering the day to day programming.
Pre-K Payment Options
PRE-K 4 FEE: $2950.00 for the year.
NOTE: A PAYMENT PLAN OPTION IS AVAILABLE ONLINE (POWERSCHOOL) - See attached document on "How to Set Up a Payment Plan".
Payments are Due: First Day of Every Month (September to June)
Final Payment Due: June 1, 2021
**Lump Sum payments accepted**
HOW TO SET UP A PAYMENT PLAN...
School Supply List
Listed below is what your child will need for Pre-Kindergarten. We would appreciate you sending these items with your child on Orientation Day.
Option1: Purchase supplies (see list below).
Option 2: Staples School Tool Program - provides pre-packaged school supply kits available to purchase online. (Click on Staples photo for information letter).
OTHER INFORAMTION...
DOWNLOAD THE EICS APP...
PowerSchool is used for...
- Consent Forms - Field Trip, Technology, and Locker
- Pay School Fees or set up Payment Plans
- Report Cards
- ETC...
Safe Arrival (School Messenger) is used for...
- Book a student absence
HOW TO REPORT AN ABSENCE...
To report an absence you can do any of the following options:
- Call 1-877-246-9970 - option 3
- Use the SchoolMessenger App
- Use the “SchoolMessenger” link in the EICS App (this requires the SchoolMessenger App to be installed on a phone)
- Use https://go.schoolmessenger.ca
WATCH FOR UPCOMING "SMORE" NEWSLETTERS IN SEPTEMBER!
Have a Blessed Summer and see you in the Fall!
St. Patrick Catholic School
Asst. Principal: Mrs. Michelle Nanias
Website: stp.eics.ab.ca
Location: 4816 53 Ave, Camrose, AB, Canada
Phone: 780-672-2177