Friday, February 5th

DAY 1

MORNING PRAYER 

We pray, O God, for these qualities of love. 
May we be truly happy for the good fortune of others.  
May we be welcoming and kind. May we always be generous. 
Help us to grow in love of you and our neighbor.

Amen

CAFETERIA  

Beef Stroganoff & Noodles $2.00

Sandwiches (roast beef, chicken, ham, egg salad, tuna, salmon) $1.00
Salad (tossed greens with half an egg) $1.00

Soup $0.75

Bag of Veggies/Fruit $0.50

Yogurt Parfait $1.00

Yogurt/Pudding/Jello $0.50

Cookies $ 0.50

Juice/Coffee/Hot Chocolate $0.50

AFTER-SCHOOL SUPERVISION

Main Entrance - Mr. Banman
North Entrance - Mrs. Barrett
South Entrance - Mrs. Bernier

SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS 

Newsletter members 
Please get your submissions in to Mrs. Daniel Minier ASAP.  TODAY at the latest.

SENIOR BOYS BASKETBALL TEAM 

The Senior Boys team will be hosting their tournament on Friday, February 5th and Saturday, February 6th. Volunteers are needed to work at the door during the tournament. These hours can be used for Christian Ethics service hours. If you are interested please see Mr. Regel.

A ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM FOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS  The Rotary Club of Ottawa presents “Adventures in Citizenship 2016”, from May 1 – May 4, 2016 in Ottawa, Ontario for students ages 16 - 18. This annual event provides a unique opportunity for a selected group of 200 young Canadians to come together and gain a better understanding of our country. Through meetings with political leaders, senior officials and others, they learn a great deal about the workings of our democratic institutions. Through meeting one another and having discussions among themselves, they learn to appreciate the diversity of Canada and the privileges and responsibilities of citizenship. For more information please contact by email to bobtwyver@sasktel.net

FORUM FOR YOUNG CANADIANS

Forum brings students to Ottawa and immerses them in national politics and public affairs. If you are interested in joining hundreds of other high school students for a one-week stay in Ottawa on Parliament Hill, please see Mrs. Rapin in Student Services for more information and application forms or go to www.forum.ca.

ENCOUNTERS WITH CANADA

This is Canada’s largest youth forum. Students ages 14-17 attend week-long sessions in Ottawa. See Mrs. Rapin in Student Services for more information on session themes and upcoming dates.

RE/MAX QUEST FOR EXCELLENCE

Re/Max is offering sixteen $1000 bursaries to Grade 12 students in Western Canada. Students are to submit an online essay that conveys the contributions they have made to their communities: Have you led a group of volunteers, raised funds for a worthwhile cause, helped special needs children or cared for seniors? The 2014 Quest for Excellence Program deadline is March 14^th, 2016. Please see a counselor in Student Services for more information or go to www.remax-western.ca/quest-excellence

U of S: COMPETITIVE ENTRANCE AWARDS

Students who have applied to the U of S may begin to apply online for Competitive Entrance Awards. Please see a counselor in Student Services if you have any questions or you need assistance. The deadline to apply for Competitive Entrance Awards is March 1, 2016.

THE SASKATCHEWAN AGRICULTURE STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP

This year’s theme is “Stewards in Sustainability”. One winning scholarship valued at $4,000 and three runner-up scholarships valued at $2,000 will be awarded to students enrolling in an agriculture-related post-secondary program in fall 2016. Applications must be submitted by March 1^st, 2016. Please see Mrs. Rapin in Student Services for more information. 

U of R SCHOLARSHIPS AND BURSARIES

Entrance awards and scholarship information can be found at www.uregina.ca/safa/awards/Entrance_Awards The awards application deadline is March 15^th, 2016.  

SIAST ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIPS

For entrance scholarship details go to http://saskpolytech.ca/admissions/resources/scholarships-and-awards.aspx

U of S DEADLINE TO APPLY FOR ADMISSIONS

Grade 12 students interested in applying to Arts and Science, Education, Edwards School of Business, Engineering, and Kinesiology must apply by February 15^th, 2016.

HIGH-DEMAND PROGRAMS AT SIAST

The application period for high-demand programs is October 1^st, 2015 - February 15^th, 2016. Go to gosiast.com for information on high-demand programs or see a counselor in Student Services.

U of R FACULTY OF EDUCATION
Applications are now available. The application deadline is March 1^st, 2016. Please see a counselor in Student Services for more information or go to http://education.uregina.ca

SIAST/U of R NURSING DEGREE PROGRAM

Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program is offered jointly by SIAST and the University of Regina. Students interested in applying for September 2016 may apply NOW! For more information and application forms see a counselor in Student Services or go to: http://sasknursingdegree.ca/

U of S: ST. THOMAS MORE COLLEGE

St. Thomas More College (STM) is a Catholic liberal arts college that is federated with the University of Saskatchewan. Their students are U of S Arts & Science students and STM students at the same time. Their classes are U of S credit classes. Go to www.stmcollege.ca click on prospective students for more information. Each year at the St. Mary High School Commencement Exercises ONE St. Mary High School graduate that has registered through STM is eligible for the Les and Irene Dube Service & Justice Scholarship valued at $2,000.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

COATS FOR KIDS
The Prince Albert Knights of Columbus along with the R.C.M.P. will be working together collecting gently used (or new) coats, ski pants, toques/hats, mitts, scarves, etc. for children ages 2-12 years of age living in Saskatchewan northern communities. Donations can be brought to any Catholic Church in Prince Albert or to St. Mary High School until the middle of November. Cash $$ donations will be accepted as well to be used in purchasing outer-wear for a greater number of children. Mr. Corcoran in Room 227 will collect any donations from our School Community.

WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS

GLEE CLUB/CHORAL 
Glee Club rehearsals are scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 8:15 a.m. and Wednesday at 12:25 p.m.

JAZZ BAND
Wednesday at 3:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY SUPPER STUDY
Students are invited to go to the library after school to receive additional teacher support. As well, a supper is served at 5:00 p.m.

BOARD GAME CLUB
Tuesday and Thursday at 12:30 p.m. in the Community Room.

ART CLUB
Wednesday after school until 5:00 p.m. in the Art Room. If you enjoy making art, drawing or would like to learn a new medium, come on out. Everyone is welcome!

SUNDAY SERVICES

Sacred Heart Cathedral

Sunday - 8:00 a.m.; 9:30 a.m. (French); 11:00 a.m.

Weekdays - 12:10 p.m. (Check with the office to confirm.)

St. Michael Church
Sunday - 9:30 a.m.
St. Joseph Church

Saturday - 7:30 p.m

Sunday - 10:00 a.m.; 7:30 p.m.

Weekdays - 7:00 p.m. (Check with office to confirm.)

St. Mark Church

Sunday - 11:00 a.m.

St. George Byzantine Ukrainian Catholic Church

Sunday - Divine Liturgy 10:00 a.m.

St. James Church (Albertville)

Sunday - 9:00 a.m.

Wednesday - 7:00 p.m.

Our Lady of Czestochowa

Sunday - 9:00 a.m.

Friday Devotions - 7:00 p.m. (with Adoration until 11:00 p.m.)

CAFETERIA MENU

Monday - Beef Dip Au Jus $2.00 

Tuesday - Chicken Bites & Poutine $2.50

Wednesday - Chicken a la King & Biscuit $2.50 

Thursday - Tourtiere, Baby Carrots & Mashed Potatoes $2.50  

Friday - Beef Stroganoff & Noodles $2.00