Hawks Weekly News
St. Theresa - April 24, 2022
Mark Your Calendars:
- April 4 - April 30 - Sports For Life and Performing Arts Registration for 2022-2023
- Fri. April 29 - Sat. April 30 - Badminton Tournament
Sports For Life and Performing Arts 2022-2023 Now Accepting Registrations until April 30th.
Performing arts program
Does your Son or Daughter like Performing Arts? Are they interested in Drama, Music, Movement and Dance Supplemental classes in; Media and Set Design.
The Performing Arts have the power to engage students in a dynamic educational experience, where they can uncover and explore their God-given talents. The arts allow for students to develop creativity, ingenuity, empathy and innovation, which are the keys to success in today’s complex, changing world.
For more information on the Performing Arts Program, please see the following links below:
Student Testimonials
“I got a lot out of the Performing Arts Program. I gained a lot of self confidence, came out of my comfort zone and met a lot of amazing people. The teachers were amazing and encouraged their students to come out of their shell. I hope other students will get to experience that as well.”
~ KW, gr. 9
sports for life program
Is your Son or Daughter interested in Sports? Are they interested in gaining exposure to a range of physical activities and sports, so they can begin to discover sports they enjoy and build confidence in basic skills?
The mission of the Sport for Life Program is to provide students exposure to a variety of sport and recreation activities in a Catholic environment with the focus on creating life-long active and healthy lifestyles. Students will have the benefit of building athletic skill, along with leadership qualities in a faith-filled setting.
The program is based on the Canadian Sport for Life (CS4L) model, which is a movement to improve the quality of sport and physical activity in Canada through improved athlete training and better integration between all stakeholders in the sport system, including sport organizations, education, recreation and health.
For more information on the Sports for Life Program, please see the following links below:
Hallelujah indeed!
Our 5/6 classes have been asked to perform " Hallelujah" ( the version that they recently recorded) at the Edmonton Elks preseason game on FRIDAY June 3rd. This game will have a Ukrainian Community focus, raising funds to support Ukraine. More details will follow!
Grade 5/6 parents - you will be receiving a letter and a permission form for your child shortly.. This is very exciting! Watch for more details!
Sergeant George Miok
George Miok Scholarship
George Miok was a former student in our school. He was well known as a student that was kind to everyone. He was always willing to lend a helping hand for his school community.
George was an Archbishop Jordan graduate, class of 2001, who after graduation joined the Canadian Armed Forces. George was also working on an Education Degree. He hoped to one day teach in a school in our school division.
George’s life was cut short while serving his country in Afghanistan in January of 2010. George’s memory lives on through the George Miok Scholarship. A local business, Jacek Chocolates, generously funds the scholarship which allows our school to acknowledge and highlight the kindness our students display.
Each month, beginning in March through to June, students that show a strong sense of character through acts of service may receive a “Miok Moment” and be entered into a draw that month for a $25.00 gift card to Indigo. There will be 4 winners each month from March to June. One student from each grade level. All who receive a “Miok Moment” will be entered into a draw in June for a $250 gift certificate (Staples) towards a Chromebook. The winner of this annual draw will be recognized with a certificate and their name will be added to the school’s “Miok Moments” plaque.
Congratulations to our Winners of the April Miok Moments!
These Students received a $25 gift card to Indigo:
Grade 5: Aubree Doetzel
Grade 6: Amelia Rusnak
Grade 7: Quinn Faulkner
Grade 8: Ella Machalka
This Week At St. Theresa
Crazy hair day
Wheelchair Basketball
Wellness Corner
Opportunity and Invitation for Grade 8 Parents
Hello Parents/Guardians!
The ABJ Parent Advisory Council is hosting a session for parents on the evening of Thursday, April 28. As parents/guardians of students who will be attending ABJ next school year, we invite you to attend this special presentation.
Join us for an evening of wellness!
Are you feeling exhausted with an overwhelming number of responsibilities? Parenting teens today, and in the past two years has presented us with some unique challenges. When life becomes overwhelming, we can forget to tune into our own needs and this may lead to increased stress. If you are feeling like life has been a bit too much lately, this presentation will help you! Join us as we explore the topic ‘Why taking care of yourself is the first step to taking care of others’. Elizabeth Stolte, Master level Canadian Certified Counsellor and Certified Music Therapist, will be our guest presenter and lead us in learning to regularly implement self-care, so we avoid setbacks in our overall health and wellbeing.
Date: Thursday, April 28, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Location: ABJ Library
RSVP: abj.parent.council@eics.ab.ca
Deadline to register: April 25, 2022
*This presentation is made possible through a grant provided by Alberta Education
Girls Group
The Girls Group will be a safe space for girls to connect with each other and explore topics that are important to them.
Grace Contest 2022 - A celebration of Catholic Education
St. Sophia Parish Council is hosting a Ukrainian Day Camp this summer
OLPH Parish - Sacraments
We Remember, We Celebrate, We Believe
OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP PARISH
13 Brower Drive, Sherwood Park AB. T8H 1Y7
Phone : 780 467 5470 Fax : 780 467 0530
E-mail: info@olph.ca Website: www.olph.ca
September 1, 2021
Dear Parents:
Welcome to a new year of Catholic education and faith formation for your child!
Each year, in a Catholic school, your child will learn about many aspects of their Catholic faith— including learning about the seven sacraments. In our Archdiocese, preparing children for the celebration of their own sacraments always occurs in the parish, with the support of the school: • preparing for First Reconciliation, and then First Eucharist, can begin when a child is 7 years of age and in Grade 2 or older
• preparing for Confirmation can begin when a child is about 12 years of age and in Grade 6 or older • special preparation is also available for children of any age who are not yet baptized
Most children attending Catholic schools are ready to receive at the ages shown above, but there is no such thing as too late. Are you seeking for your child to celebrate a sacrament, such as Baptism, First Communion or Confirmation? Are you ready to help them live out their Baptismal promises? Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish and Elk Island Catholic Schools are each involved in preparing your child for a Catholic sacrament along with you. It is a group effort, and everyone has a role:
• As a parent, the Church has always held that you are the primary teacher of the faith for your child. You teach them about God; set the example; talk about your own faith; and you bring them to Mass. • The place where the sacraments are celebrated and lived is the Catholic parish. We the people of God in the Church are each part of the Body of Christ. Being in relationship with the parish community (with all its challenges and blessings) is essential for your life of faith and that of your child. The preparation for, and celebration of, the sacraments happens in the parish church. • You must sign your child up for preparation at the parish. The school doesn’t do this part of the process for you. Catholic schools are a special place for children to learn more about Jesus Christ, to practice living in a community of faith, and to develop and deepen a relationship with Christ. We (Catholic parish and Catholic school) are eager to walk beside you and your children during this very special time. Please call OLPH parish office 780-467-5470, send an email to sacraments@olph.ca or visit www.olph.ca/sacraments to get started or learn more.
As you prepare your child for their sacraments may this also be a special time for you - of deepening your own understanding and of growing in faith for the whole family!
Sincerely in Christ,
Rev. Jim Corrigan, Pastor
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish
A Roman Catholic Christian community.
We come together at our Lord’s invitation to worship God, celebrate the sacraments, and deepen our faith. We strive to be thankful, generous and welcoming, and are sent forth to help advance God’s Kingdom on earth by proclaiming the Gospel and serving others.
Confirmation Mass Announcement - OLPH June 2022
Mass dates and times for the Sacrament of Confirmation at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish have been scheduled as follows:
Saturday June 4 at 7:00 pm – students from Ecole OLPH, Holy Redeemer and St. Luke Catholic Schools
Sunday June 5 at 7:00 pm – students from St. Theresa and Archbishop Jordan Catholic High Schools
Wednesday June 8 at 6:15 pm – ALL other students
Please make note of the Confirmation Mass your child/students are scheduled to attend.
For each Mass we will be looking for 8 of our young people to volunteer to come up to read: 1 First Reading, 1 Second Reading, 6 Prayers of the Faithful
Each Mass will also need the following ministry volunteers, so please let me know if anyone from your family or school can volunteer in some capacity to support the Mass: Music ministry, Greeters, Ushers, Adult Server, Eucharistic Ministers, and Cleaners. Thank you in advance!
We are also working on plans to have a Cake & Coffee/Punch celebration in the Parish Hall after each Confirmation Mass. Everyone will be welcome! Please stay tuned for details!
Any questions parents can also contact the church by phone 780-467-5470 ext: 225.
Parent Advisory Council (PAC)
The St. Theresa Parent Advisory Council performs many vital functions for our school community, by helping to facilitate school wide student functions and providing valuable funding to our school via fundraising. Parents involved in the PAC learn about planning and development within the school and are part of the planning process. These roles make their involvement very important to the families, administration and teachers.
2021-2022 PAC Executive
Chair: Melissa Goulet
Vice Chair:
Treasurer: Kim Pennock
Secretary: Rosie Conrad
Fundraising Volunteers: Lindsay Tomalik & Leanne Doetzel
Meeting Dates for 2021-2022: All meetings will be held virtually at 6:30pm. A google meet link will be emailed the day of the meetings.
- November 2, 2021
- December 14, 2021
- January 25, 2022
- March 8, 2022
- April 19, 2022
- May 31, 2022
St. Theresa Catholic School
Email: stt@eics.ab.ca
Website: https://stt.eics.ab.ca/
Location: 2021 Brentwood Blvd, Sherwood Park, AB, Canada
Phone: 780-464-4001
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/St.TheresaCatholicMiddleSchool/