The Good News - June 11, 2023
St. John XXIII Catholic School
The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ – Corpus Christi
June 2023
Monday, June 12
Gr 2, 3 & 4 Fort Cinema (pm)
- Gr 1 Downtown Fort Sask.
- Last day of Running Club
Fun Day!
Gr 1 TPet
Gr 4 Farewell 1-1:45
KTR Safety City (am)
LOOKING AHEAD:
June 20 - Year End school mass OLA church
June 21 - Gr 4 Millennium place, Indigenous Peoples day
June 22 - Talent Show
PSC Farewell BBQ
We would also like to give a shout out to our Fort Saskatchewan M&M Food Market for supplying the BBQ for this event!
St. John XXIII Fun Day
On Wednesday, June 14th, students from the JPII Sport for Life Program will be sharing games that they've created at our Fun Day. All students will get the opportunity to participate in the activity stations.
Please make sure that your child is dressed for the event with appropriate clothing and shoes as well as a water bottle that they can take outside.
Transitions: New teams shared Friday, June 16th, for current K-3 Students
Many professional considerations are taking into account when determining optimal learning environments for all students next year. At St. John XXIII, staff work diligently every day to build connections and foster relationships with ALL students, regardless of class, they are all "our kids" and this makes transitioning so much easier. Every child is a part of community and not just one homeroom. Students next year will continue to be part of grade level teams, loved and supported by all STJXXIII staff.
On Friday, June 16th at 3:30 pm, your child's "home base" with be shared via PowerSchool. What is important to know is that while your child will have a home base teacher placement, they will be a part of team, which will also include our Student Support team.
Students' Home Base placement for the 2023-2024 school year will be available in the Powerschool Parent Portal. *This is only applicable to current students in K-3 at St. John XXIII (this does not apply to students coming from other schools or grade fours heading to SJPII).
To see your child's "homebase" placement for next year:
Login into PowerSchool Parent Portal
Click on child's name tab at the top of the page
Click on "Additional Resources" in the left hand column
Click on "Next Year Placements"
Repeat for each child.
New teams will be connecting with your child on Monday, June 19th.
Thank-you for your continued trust in all we do!
Our St. John XXIII Team for 2023-2024
At this time, here is some of our staff line-up for next year: (please note: changes may occur)
Pre- K: Mrs. Kim Frey
1-4 Pathways: Mrs. Kim Frey
Nature Kindergarten: Mrs. Sarah Balla
Kindergarten: Mrs. Rachel Evans
Grade 1 Team: Ms. Kristen Menzak & Mrs. Kathy Forslund
Grade 2 Team: Mrs. Jenna Lockhart & Mrs. Rhonda Ganes
Grade 3 Team: Mrs. Lesley Holt, Mrs. Gail Greene and Ms. Yasmin Akhtar
Grade 4 Team: Mrs. Jennifer Maynard, Mrs. Sarah Balla, TBD
Music: Mrs. Sarah Schaub
Early Learning Music: Mrs. Melanie Doderai
Chaplain: Mrs. Rhonda Ganes
Collaborative Response Coordinator: Mrs. Lesley Holt
Family Wellness Worker: Mrs. Eleanor Heesing
Library Tech: Mrs. May-Lee Buban
Secretary: Mrs. Barb Potter
Assistant Principal: Mrs. Gail Greene
Principal: Mrs. Kristine Willis Dengler
Student Support Team: Mrs. Willis Dengler, Mrs. Greene, Mrs. Heesing & Mrs. Holt
*Educational Assistants: TBA
Please pay any outstanding school fees as soon as possible
PSC and St. John XXIII have partnered with Skip The Depot!
What is SkipTheDepot? A door-to-door bottle collection service that makes refundable recycling and fundraising easier than 1, 2, 3.
- Download the app, create an account and book a pickup using the QR code to the right or this link: https://app.skipthedepot.com/eicssjxxiii
- Place your bags outside (don't forget to label them with your account #)
- Receive a refund or donate to us! (on the last page of creating your scheduled donation pickup, you can select our school account)
*For future reference, please go to our website under School Council, for the link and instructions on how to support St. John XXIII and PSC through Skip the Depot. .
Nature Kindergarten - Only 5 spaces available for children not registered at St. John XXIII
Spread the word to your friends in EIPS. We have opened up 5 spaces for students who are not registered at St. John XXIII.
For more information about this exciting program, visit the EICS Nature Kindergarten link.
To register in the Nature Kindergarten program at St. John XXIII, please follow the registration link, complete the Kindergarten registration form and then complete the Nature Kindergarten form. This program is offered on a first come, first served basis.
- Age requirement is 5 years old by December 31, 2023
- Nature Kindergarten will run Tuesdays, Thursdays and scheduled Fridays for the 2023-2024 school year.
- Fees: $425 per month
If you would like more information or have questions, please call the school at 780-998-7777.
Growing Brains & Sharing Smiles! It's a GREAT Day to be a St. John Kid!
Action Required - 2023-2024 Demographic Validation Form
As the school year comes to an end, we would like to inform you that it’s time to update your child’s 2023-2024 Demographic Validation Form. Having the most up-to-date information about our students ensures that we receive all available funding to support your child's learning as well as current information to reach you during the day if necessary.
We ask that you please complete this form in Powerschool
You can follow these steps to access, review and submit the form:
1. Log into Powerschool at https://eics.powerschool.com/
2. Under the “Forms & Fees” menu click “School Engage Student Forms”
3. Students - Select your child’s name (please complete one form for each child)
4. Click on the word “New” beside the form name 2023-2024 Demographic Validation
Video tutorial link (**from 2021-2022) on how to complete the form https://www.eics.ab.ca/parents-and-students/powerschool-log-in
Thank you in advance for completing these forms so your child experiences the full learning benefits at St. John XXIII Catholic School.
Please contact our secretary at 780-998-7777 if you have any questions.
Our Lady of Victory Camp
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