The Good News
June 10 - St. John XXIII Catholic School
Leadership Message
Dear Friends,
And here we are in the last month of school! Where did the time go? It is hard to believe that another school year is coming to an end. It truly seems like yesterday when we welcomed your children in August, excited at the prospect of another school year. It has been a wonderful year. I feel blessed to have had the opportunity to serve as your principal and am impressed with the spirit of learning that is evident in this building. St. John XXIII exemplifies the EICS' mission statement in every way; “We are a Catholic community committed to developing educational opportunities in the context of Gospel values, where students’ gifts and talents are celebrated and nurtured through lifelong spiritual and personal experiences".
We "see Christ in everyone" as we are called to build a safe and inclusive Catholic learning community and to serve as partners in the formation of life-long learners by living our faith, promoting educational achievement and innovation, fostering stewardship, leadership, and social justice. This mission is truly evident in the dedication demonstrated by our staff, students, as well as the involvement of our parents and the parish community. As a group we focus on the strengths of each child and provide opportunities for each child to shine, encouraging them to always be the best that they can be. The close partnerships that we share enhance the quality of our Catholic school community at St. John XXIII. Our staff is committed not only to Catholic education but also to the care and welfare of every student in the school. I thank them for their dedication and efforts to make this year a special one for our students.
As I reflect on the "busyness" of our building - I wouldn't have it any other way. Thank you to ALL of you who have made a difference in the lives of our children at St. John XXIII.
God bless,
Mrs. Tracy Melnyk, Principal
Save the Date! St. John XXIII Family BBQ
Friday, Jun 15, 2018, 04:30 PM
9526 89 St, Fort Saskatchewan, AB, Canada
Farewell BBQ - Friday, June 15!!!
SJXXIII School and the Parent Council is in need of some help on Friday for our BBQ. We had a great response to the RSVP’s and will have a great turnout! We are in need of the following:
2-3 propane BBQ’s
Someone to pick up (and return) the popcorn maker from the high school
People for cooking hotdogs
Someone to help run the pie the teacher and dunk bucket
People to help supervise a few games (three legged races, etc)
Clean-up at the end of the night
If you are able to assist in any way, please contact:
Donamarie Lukie
Bookbuggy@me.com
I am so very grateful to all of you in our beautiful SJXXIII (and future OLA) village for all the work you do to make our school an epic one. Let’s help send our little ones off with a BANG!
Thank you,
Donamarie Lukie
PSC Chair
Transportation Survey Reminder
Just a reminder, Alberta Education would like to hear the views of Alberta families on student transportation and the transportation eligibility criteria. If you haven't done so already, please take a moment to complete their online survey before June 15, 2018. Your input will help the government determine if changes are needed to the student transportation system, and if so, what changes to make.
LifeTouch Spring Photos
Class pictures were sent home last week with every student - these are yours to keep free of charge.
Ms. Cyca is accepting donations!
Thank you!
Grade 1 to the Zoo!
Summer at the Fort Saskatchewan Public Library
TD Summer Reading Club: July 9th - August 17th
Exercise your reading muscles and come back to school strong . . .
you choose what you want to read!
- Register for a Reading Kit
- Get weekly stickers & prizes
- Enter to win a cool End-of-the-Summer Prize!
Something different every day! Registration starts June16th - space is limited.
Try the Chamber of Challenge: DIY crafts, challenges and puzzles. Enter for the cool Challenge Prize!
Find out more at: www.fspl.ca or call 780-998-4275
Looking Ahead . . .
June 11 Grade 1 & 2 Metis/Inuit Presentation 9:00 am
June 12 Grade 1 Flag Presentation sponsored by the Lions Club 1:00 pm
June 12 PSC Meeting 7:00 pm in the library
June 13 Grade 4 Farewell 10:30 am in the gym
June 14 Panago Hot Lunch
June 14 Card-making day
June 14 ECS Fudge Night
June 15 ECS Crazy Camel Carnival
June 15 St. John XXIII School Family BBQ 4:30 pm
June 19 Last day of Kindergarten
June 19 "St. John XXIII's Got Talent" Show 1:00 pm
June 20 Year-end Celebration 11:00 am
June 22 Last day of Pre-K classes
June 28 Last day of classes for students - here comes summer!
"Lord, reawaken in us a sense of praise and gratitude for our Earth, and for everything you have created."
Pope Francis
June 6, 2018 via Twitter
9526 - 89 Street, Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta
Email: stj@eics.ab.ca
Website: https://stj.eics.ab.ca/
Location: 9526 89 Street, Fort Saskatchewan, AB, Canada
Phone: (780)998-7777
Facebook: facebook.com/stjohnxxiii
Twitter: @St_JohnXXIII