Madonna News
March 13, 2022

Standing with Ukraine

Do you see the glory of God in your life? Oftentimes this is a real struggle. We can easily become aware of all the problems we face and can focus in on them. As a result, it is often easy for us to miss seeing the glory of God in our lives. So do you see God’s glory in your life? by daily Catholic reflections
Four of Madonna students: Kevin, Bella, Vienna and Challie, received their First Communion this weekend. CONGRATULATIONS!


Parent Teacher Student Interviews ... please book a session ... as per instructions below
School Bookings is Now Open to Book Your Appointment for Interviews
Interviews are on March 23rd and 24th 4:00 to 7:00 pm.
Please read the following before booking your appointment time as there are varying formats:
To book an interview for a student in Kindergarten or Kindergarten Pathways please go to https://www.schoolbookings.net/code?z=orRkZC and use the code ceej3
To book an interview for a student in Mrs. Perri's (Mrs. Noel) grade 1N class please go to
https://www.schoolbookings.net/code?z=orRkZC and use code hb3bf
To book an interview for a student in the following:
PUF Pathways,
Grade 1 Ms. Forslund,
Grade 2 Mrs. LaRose,
Grade 2/3 Mrs. Hunt,
Grade 3 Ms. Gauthier
Grade 4 Miss. Podoborozny/Mrs. Phelan/Miss. Carr,
Ms. Wiunow: Collaborative Response Coordinator
Mrs. Norrie: Familly Wellness Worker
go to https://www.schoolbookings.net/code?z=orRkZC and use code 2tspg
Please note the time and type of interview you can choose to attend.
PUF Pathways - 30-minute in-person interviews only
Kindergarten & Kindergarten Pathways - 30-minute in-person interviews only
1N Mrs. Perri for Mrs. Noel - 30-minute in-person interviews only
1F Ms. Forslund - 15 minute in-person/video/telephone options
2L Mrs. LaRose - 15 minute in-person/video/telephone options
2/3H Mrs. Hunt - 15 minute in-person/video/telephone options
3G Ms. Gauthier - 15 minute in-person/video/telephone options
4P Ms. Podoborozny/Mrs. Phelan/Mrs. Carr - 10 minute in-person/video/telephone options
PLEASE CALL THE SCHOOL IF YOU NEED ANY ASSISTANCE

COVID 19 RESTRICTIONS
On March 1st, the government of Alberta will lift many of the COVID restrictions throughout the province, continuing the process that began a few weeks ago. For schools this will mean the following:
Adults in schools will not be required to wear masks, though they are welcome to do so. This applies to staff and parent volunteers.
Students wearing masks in school is a parental choice. ( If you would like masks we have some to give away please let me know.)
Schools will begin the process of re-integrating classes beyond cohorts. This will mean the return to school assemblies, parents, in school, in-person school functions, spectators at school events, field trips that intermingle with the public etc.
- Cohorts can mix at recess.
- Masking is not required by any adults in the building.
- Field trips can intermingle with the public.
- For parent-teacher interviews, March 23 & 24, parents will choose how they want to participate in interviews. Realizing we have students whose parents have never been in the school many parents may want in the building. Parents will have the option of an in-person, or virtual meeting. (more information to sign up will come out next week)
- Parents will continue to drop off and pick up children outside their child's designated doors.
- Gathering as a school for assemblies will start after spring break.
It has been a long two years of varying levels of restrictions. The next month or two will represent a time of transition to what we all hope is a return to normal.
AHS Checklist is still in effect ... please follow
THANK YOU FOR FOLLOWING AHS & EICS's Covid Protocols!
If your child is ill or is in close contact, please follow the AHS Daily Checklist guidelines.
If you are not sure what to do, you can call 811.
PLEASE CLICK THE LINK below for EICS Plan
https://www.eics.ab.ca/download/378195Please click the blue box below ... this will take you to AHS Daily Check List

PLEASE REGISTER YOUR KINDERGARTEN AGE CHILD FOR KINDERGARTEN ... LET YOUR FRIENDS AND NEIGBOURS KNOW THAT MADONNA IS A GREAT SCHOOL WITH GREAT STAFF!
1. NEW Kindergarten FULL DAY EVERY DAY 8:30 am - 3:15 pm ... FEE $425 month
will run if there is community interest.
2. Kindergarten is full days 8:30 am to 3:15 pm
Monday, Wednesday, and designated Fridays
3. Kindergarten full days 8:30am - 3:15 pm
Tuesday, Thursday, and designated Fridays
4. Kindergarten Pathways (5-year-old students with specialized assessments)
... criteria or entrance https://www.eics.ab.ca/programs/pathways-program
5. Pre K - PUF Pathways (3 & 4-year Early Intervention with specialized assessments)
... criteria for entrance https://www.eics.ab.ca/programs/kindergarten/early-intervention
Kindergarten Information for 2021 - 2022 School Year

Madonna Events
MARCH
16 - No Library
17 -Last Swimming Lesson 1F, 1N
17 - Wear Green -- St. Patricks Days
21 - Indigenous Floor Map of Canada ... will be in the school for this week
23 - 3 Way Conferences 4:00 - 7:00 PM
24 - 3 Way Conferences 4:00 - 7:00 PM
24 - Gotcha Assembly
24 - School Council Parents supply popcorn to all students.
SPRING BREAK MARCH 25 - APRIL 1 ....STUDENTS COME BACK ON APRIL 4
April
4 - Students Back at School
6 - Early Dismissal School is out at 2:15 pm
7- School Spirit Day
15- Good Friday No School
18 - Easter Monday No School
22 - Earth Day ... Students Wear Blue and Green
25 - Kinder M/W Spring Fever Event
26 - Kinder T/TH Spring Fever Event
28 - EASTER MASS our school only Families are welcome!
29 - Gotcha Assembly
May
2nd - 6th Catholic Education Week
2 - Rosary Walk
6 - NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS ... PD day for staff


Madonna Parent Council is pleased to offer our 2022 SPRING fundraiser with Stawnichy’s Mundare Sausage and Salisbury Green House.
THIS IS THE LAST FUNDRAISER OF THE SCHOOL YEAR
We have added some new items to the order form and have also kept the favorites.
Stawnichy’s will be offering 9 of their amazing products.
- Sausage Ring - Pepperoni Sticks
- Sausage Ring (Gluten Free) - Beef Jerky - Teriyaki
- Perogies – Potato and Cheddar - Cabbage Rolls - SWEET
- Perogies – Potato and Cottage Cheese - Cabbage Rolls – SOUR
- Breakfast Sausage Links (uncooked)
Salisbury Greenhouse, we will be offer Gift Cards in 25$, 50$, 100$, and 250$ amounts.
- These gift cards never expire!
- Gift cards can be used for everything from bedding plants, baskets, annuals, seeds, garden tools, fountains, birdbaths, pots, garden furniture, soils, composts, and more!
- Use your gift cards for any trees, shrubs, or perennials, or use it in our gift shop for home décor, furniture, clothing, or jewelry.
- Gift cards can be used year-round.
- Valid at both Sherwood Park Salisbury Greenhouse and St. Albert Salisbury.
Attached will be an Order Form and Order instructions.
Orders and full payment are due no later than March 18th, 2022.
Orders will be ready for pick up April 7th, 2022 after school till 5PM. We will not be able to store any items at the school so you will need to make arrangements for your orders to be picked up that day.
If you have any questions you may contact: Kerstin Adamson (780) 819-1916 Madonnacses@gmail.com
Your support is greatly appreciated,
Madonna Parent Council
Information and Order Form for Stawnichy and Salisbury was sent home, download the letter and order form too.

Tournament of Books
This last week students reheard the stories Salmon Twins and It's A Mitig. The winning book with a landslide win is IT'S A MITIG! This book will compete for the final place with the winner of this WEEK's finalists.
Shi-shi-etcko by Nicola I. Campbell VS Awâsis and the World-Famous Bannock by Dallas Hunt
Which book will compete for a final place with IT'S A MITIG.





Kindergarten Helpers .... creating Leprechaun Traps
Kindergarten Students Leprechaun Trap Designs Kinder students have put together some great designs to trap Leprechauns. ..... I wonder if they will catch one | | |
Health and Wellness Board ... Reminding Students & Staff to get moving!

