St. Michael's News
March 8th, 2024
Spring Break
We would like to wish all of our families a restful and rejuvenating spring break. The school will dismiss at 3 PM on Friday, March 8th and classes will resume on Monday, March 25th at 8:40 AM.
Upcoming Events and Activities
Book fair
Thank you to everyone who supported our Scholastic Book Fair on Tuesday! We sold over $2200 of products, giving the school 30% back in rewards.
Thank you to everyone who participated in our lollipop pull. We made over $450!
Congratulations to the following winners: Marina S., Mannix L., Hannah L., Ilaria L., Gabriel B., Mila M., Owen W., Ryan W., Jayden N., Ben L., Shelden T., Ailish B., Evan X., Clare D., Kiana L., Kailey A., Dhruv M., Anna E., Axel W. and congratulations to Akin O. for being the winner of our guessing game.
Heritage Day
Thank you to all those who showcased their cultural pride while and collected food for the parish food bank.
Spelling Bee
Congratulations to all our spellers who participated in the Verbal Bee today. In particular, a big round of applause goes to Sophie A. in Gr. 6 for placing 1st, Lawrence Z. in Gr. 5 for placing 2nd and Alicia N. in Gr. 7 for placing 3rd. Sophie will represent St. Michael's at the CISVA Bee in April.
Holy Week
The season of Lent gives way to the celebration of Easter in Holy Week, the most sacred period of the liturgical calendar.
Holy Week includes both the Church’s most solemn observances and joyous feasts. Unique, beautiful liturgies fill the period of time that begins on Palm Sunday and culminates with Easter Sunday. It is a great time to recommit to prayer and draw close to God.
To mark Holy Week and prepare for Good Friday, the students at St. Michael's school will take part in a school-wide retreat on Holy Thursday, March 28th with the Grade 5 class sharing a special assembly at 2PM. Parents are welcome to come and pray with us during this assembly.
Grade 5 Passion Play
Thursday, Mar 28, 2024, 02:00 PM
In the school gym
Track and Field Volunteers
Looking ahead to track and field season beginning in mid-April, we are inviting parents to help coach.
Practice times:
- Tuesday and Thursday after school
- Lunch (TBA)
- Morning practice (TBA) later in the season
Scholastic Book Orders
Please note - Smaller scholastic orders can be placed through the school to avoid shipping costs!
If you would like to submit a smaller order, you can bring it to the school and we will group them and have them shipped for free.
For direct shipping to your home - you can complete your Scholastic Order online!
Orders can be completed at any time of the month.
Quick summary to order Scholastics:
Go to scholastic.ca/clubshop
Create an account or log in to existing account; place order.
Enter school code (RC249384)
Orders will ship direct to your home to reduce handling.
Shipping is free when you spend over $40 and enter the school code!
Thanks for your support of this school program
PEC News
Auction News - Going for Gold!
Rise to the Occasion! Let's Get Set!
There are many ways to join our mission.
- By donating sports event tickets, bottles of wine or spirits, small appliances, gift cards valued at $25, $50, & $100, or any timeshare accommodations.
- Bid on our online items and come to the event.
- Spread the word about our auction on social media, #smeauction2024.
Your participation makes a world of difference.
Auction donation drive!
There will be an auction donation drive-through on Friday, March 8th at the front of the Church from 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM. Please bring small electronics or appliances, bottles of wine, or $25, $50 & $100 gift cards.
Parent Participation
Electronic Fund Transfers for those who have not completed their required 20 hours by the February deadline will be deducted on April 5th, 2024.
Looking for hours?
Here are some current opportunities for families who need more participation hours:
- School Maintenance team
- Landscaping and Gardening
- Recycling
- Track and Field Coaches and Timekeepers
Please contact Mr. Steve Han at parentparticipation@smeschool.ca or the school office for more information.
Community News
STMC's "A Knight to Remember" - April 6th
Join us for an enchanting evening, 'A Knight to Remember' Gala, where elegance meets entertainment for a cause!
Step into a world of enchantment as we present the vocal stylings of the mesmerizing Elizabeth Irving ('21) and our Jazz Choir, setting the tone for a night filled with captivating melodies. The rhythm will continue with the vibrant tunes of our Jazz Band and then be dazzled by the Redeem Dance team. The night doesn't end there – our DJ will keep the energy alive as the dance floor beckons. Your attendance supports our Knights Annual Fund, which endeavours to build a stronger STMC community by addressing the school’s pressing needs identified by our dedicated teachers and young Knights. We aim to have a night where we can all come together and celebrate and support our Knights through their educational journey, sowing the seeds of leadership, learning, and service. Early bird pricing ends Feb 29. Tickets and more info - http://trellis.org/aknighttoremember2024
Mar 8th: School Mass 9 AM; Last day before spring break, dismissal 3 PM
Mar 10th: Daylight Savings Time
Mar 11 - 22nd Spring Break - No School
Mar 24th: Palm Sunday
Mar 25th: Feast of the Annunciation; Fire Drill
Mar 26th: Stations of the Cross 9 AM; Confession for Gr. 6; PEC Meeting following 7:30 PM Mass
Mar 27th: Lockdown Drill
Mar 28th: Holy Thursday Retreat; Passion Play by Grade 5 at 2 PM.
Mar 29th: Good Friday No School
Mar 31st: Easter Sunday School Family Mass and School Choir 8:30 AM
Apr 1st: Easter Monday - No School
Apr 2nd: Confession for Gr. 5
Apr 3rd: Gr. 3 Basketball tournament; Gr. 2 Parent Meeting 7 PM
Apr 5th: 9 AM School Mass; Used Uniform store 3 - 3:30 PM
Apr 7th: Grade 2 Mass 8:30 AM
Apr 8th: Badminton Zone Tournament
Apr 9th: Confession for Gr. 4
Apr 11th: Kindergarten Assembly 9:15 AM
Apr 12th: School Mass 9AM; Choir to Archbishop Carney 1:15PM
May the sunlight and the rain be reminders that You are at work renewing the earth. You are ever at work in our lives, too. Open our eyes and lives to the needed changes in our lives this Spring. Awaken us to new life and perspective, for we pray in Jesus' name.