The Good News-Sept. 26th
Saint John XXIII Catholic School 2021-2022
Prayer for Truth & Reconciliation Week
In the name of the Father, and of the Son,and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Loving God, our Creator, help us to be living signs of your healing love.
Open our hearts to respect,to welcome,and to include one another.
Give us courage to stand up for the dignity of our Indigenous brothers and sisters, and of those with roots in other lands, all of us created in Your image.
Strengthen us in our walk together. God of Truth, let honesty guide our steps along the path of truth and reconciliation, of healing and friendship.
Grant us wisdom to recognize and to celebrate the beautiful gifts of Canada’s Indigenous cultures.
May we go forward with humility as the children of One Creator and loving members of God’s family.
May we at St. John XXIII, accept each other joyfully and lovingly, knowing that we are all created by God and in His image.
Through Christ our Lord, Amen.
Leadership Message
Our Stories Matter
The week of September 27-October 1 marks Truth and Reconciliation Week. A week where we will honour and share important conversations including the truths of the Indigenous treaties, First Nation, Métis and Inuit land claims, and the residential schools system. On September 30th many of us will wake up and put on an orange shirt in honour of the Indigenous children who were sent away to residential schools in Canada. A story that was shared for some and silenced for many. As we continue to share more stories about the history of those schools and the impact on families and cultures, we listen, learn and go forward today in reconciliation and a commitment to do better. Through story, we are called to remember that every child matters.
Every one of us has our own stories that we show up with every day. These stories shape us into the people we are today. Some stories are difficult, some joyful, some sad, but all important. Through relationships, we celebrate and honour our stories together, and grow in a community of God’s family where we can heal and love.
Blessings,
Mrs. Bonnie-Lynne Boehm
No School-Thursday, September 30th: national Day for Truth & Reconciliation
K-4 Family Activities for Sept. 30th to acknowledge Truth & Reconciliation Day
Read a story together, learn a bit of Cree, and bake bannock
Students will be guided through an art activity while learning about Residential Schools in a safe and gentle way
Registration (free) is required
Orange Shirt Day Run/Walk: Edmonton- Indigenous Art Park (Queen Elizabeth Park)
Join for a Run/Walk in support and awareness of those who did not survive the Residential school era and for those who did
Begin with a ceremony and words from elders at the Indigenous Art Park at 3:00 pm and start at the Kinsmen Park area at 4:00 pm. This will be a combination of pavement and trail run through the beautiful YEG river valley trails to Hawrelak Park and back and includes three distances of 5 & 10 km and a kids’ 2.15 km race at the same location.
10am - 2pm at Hawrelak Park - Orange Shirt Day Theme
Orange Shirt Day at St. John: WEDNESDAY, September 29: Show your support and wear orange
Meet the STJ Team 2021-2022
MEET Mrs. Buban: Library tech
Born In: Whitehorse, YT
Grew up: Hardisty, AB
Education: Business Administration Diploma in Accounting from NAIT
Role at St. John: Librarian
Hobbies: Reading! Spending time at the lake, Paddleboarding, Golfing, Skiing, Board & Card Games, Spending time with my Family
Favourite scripture quote:
“Here am I; send me!”
Isaiah 6:8
Contact Info:
Twitter @MrsBuban
We love to read! 📚Thanks Mrs. Buban for always picking books our kids love!
Meet our St. John Music Specialists
Meet Mrs. Schaub: 1-4 Music & Grade 4 Teacher
About me:
Grew up: Gibbons/Edmonton
Education: BMusic, BEd, MEd
Role at St. John: Music and Grade 4
Hobbies: Singing, gardening, reading, learning, and spending time with my family
Favourite Scripture Quote:
“Sing and make music from your heart to the Lord.” Ephesians 5:19
Contact:
Twitter @musicwithschaub
Meet Mrs. Doderai: Early Learning and Pathways Music Teacher
About me:
Grew up: Edmonton
Education: B.A., B.Ed., M.Ed
Role at St. John: Kindergarten & Pathways Music Teacher
Hobbies: Anything music, aerial arts, travelling and organizational projects
Favourite Scripture Quote:
"And the child grew and became strong in spirit, filled with wisdom;
and the grace of God was upon him." Luke 2:40
Contact:
Twitter: @vioteacher
**REPORTING ABSENCES** Very Important for our tracking of health and safety for our school
A reminder for all families that the AHS Daily Assessment needs to be completed and actioned each morning prior to coming to school. If your child is experiencing symptoms please choose:
- “Flu-like symptoms”
- “Other Illness or Injury” If they are experiencing symptoms that you do not deem to be flu-like, or your child has a medical appointment.
- “Parent Excused.” If your child is experiencing no symptoms at all, please choose this. The parent excused absence should only be chosen if you are keeping your child home for a reason that does not pertain to a medical issue. (i.e dance competition)
Thank you for your diligence and cooperation with this.
Remarkable You! Our first student on the celebration board-way to grow!
School Fees
Lost and Found
"Called to More" like Terry Fox: Our Annual Terry Fox Run was beautiful
TERRY FOX RUN "TOONIES FOR TERRY" You can still donate
This year St. John's Terry Fox Run was on Friday, September 24th. Donation can still be made on your child's PowerSchool account, or cash donations can be brought to the school by September 30th.
To donate through PowerSchool, please follow the instructions listed below:
Login
Select “Forms and Fees”
Select “Student Fees”
Select “Student’s name” (toolbar at the top)
Select “St. John XXIII Terry Fox Run”
Complete Order Form
“Add to Cart”
Click on Cart at the top of the page
Make payment (Please note that your donation/order will not be processed without payment in full)
Thank you in advance for your generosity! This form closes September 30th.
Looking ahead: September
September 27-Oct. 1: Truth & Reconciliation Week
September 29: Orange Shirt Day at St. John
September 30: *No School* National Truth & Reconciliation Day Holiday
October 5: 1st School Council Meet & Annual Elections
October 6: Early Out Dismissal 2:23 pm Spirit Day: Pattern Day
October 11: Happy Thanksgiving! No School
October 18: PD Day, No School for students
October 18-22: Bus Safety Week
Growing Brains & Sharing Smiles! It's a GREAT Day to be a St. John Kid!
OLA Parish News: Meet our Associate Pastor Father Tomasz Latawiec
Where are you from?
I am from Poland. I was born and raised in Wroclaw. It is in the south-west part of Poland.
Do you have siblings ?
I have two older brothers and one older sister. I’m the baby.
What’s your favourite TV show?
My favourite TV shows are ,"The voice of Poland” and ,"Dancing with the stars”.
Do you have a favourite YouTuber?
It is not my favourite but I like to watch polish YouTuber Karol Friz Wisniewski.
What’s your favourite comfort food?
Pierogis, pizza and kebab.
What’s your favourite sport to watch or do?
This is a very difficult question, but in my spare time I like to ride a bike, ski and rollerblade.
What were you scared of as a kid?
Definitely spiders.
What’s your favourite childhood book?
The little Prince.
What are you most looking forward to doing in Fort Saskatchewan?
Meeting all our parishioners.
Upcoming School Council Meeting and Elections: Tuesday, October 5 7:00 pm via Google Meet
Our first school council meet will be held on Tuesday, October 5 at 7:00 pm via Google meet. Meet link will be shared next week. Annual elections for our School Council Executive positions will be held. Positions include: Chair, Co-Chair, Vice-Chair, Treasurer, and Secretary.
We also will need classroom reps, Parish-Parent liaison, Hot Lunch Coordinator, Apple Coordinator, Milk Coordinator, and more.
Please watch for an important message coming this week that shares the opportunities to be involved in your child's school community. We are so grateful for your partnership and look forward to a great year together!
Be involved, share your voice, stay connected!
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Community Connections
Families First Society
Saint John XXIII Catholic School
Email: stj@eics.ab.ca
Website: https://stj.eics.ab.ca/
Location: 9526 89 Street, Fort Saskatchewan, AB, Canada
Phone: 780-998-7777
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/St.JohnXXIII
Twitter: @St_JohnXXIII