Thursday, March 8th

DAY 1

MORNING PRAYER 

Loving God, 
Once again I am consoled by your promise of no greater hope.  
When I look at the universe you created, I am amazed at its size and beauty, 
and yet you want a personal relationship with me.  
Thank for that great hope and help me in my Lenten journey. 
Amen

CAFETERIA  

Chicken Wings & Wedges $3.00 

AFTER-SCHOOL SUPERVISION

Main Entrance - Mr. Strong
North Entrance - Mrs. Fetch
South Entrance - Mrs. Gareau

SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS 

ÉCOLE ST. MARY HIGH SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE

École St. Mary High School staff is pleased to host an Informational Evening, including tours for parents and students, on Wednesday, March 7^th and Thursday, March 8^th at 7:00 p.m. École St. Mary High School is a Grade 9 to 12 Catholic School offering classes in English and French Immersion. All students entering Grades 9 through 12 in the fall, and considering attending École St. Mary High School, are invited to attend our Open House. Staff, parents, students will gather in the gym.

CATHOLIC VOCATIONS AWARENESS POSTER CONTEST: Grade 6 - 12

The Diocese is sponsoring a poster contest to promote vocations to religious life, such as Nuns, Deacons, Priests, or Bishops. Winners will receive Cineplex Theatre Contest prizes as follows: Middle School (grade 6-9) and High School (grade 10-12): First Place a $50 gift certificate and Second Place a $25 gift certificate. Posters are to be no smaller than regular sized paper (8.5” x 11”) and no larger than 40 cm by 50 cm. Posters are also to have two-dimensional in traditional art media (pen and ink, crayon, oil, watercolour, collage, fabric art, etc).  No digital art, photography or three-dimensional art is allowed. High School entries must also include one of the following:  Vocational prayer, vocational quote, or bible passage related to vocations. Winning posters will be displayed in the Prince Albert Catholic Churches. To enter the contest, submit a poster and a completed entry form to Deacon Salahub by Monday, March 26^th. For entry forms, or more information about the poster contest, please contact Deacon Salahub.

ALEX PRYTULA AWARD ($2,000)

A male and a female student will be presented with a $2,000 award at École St Mary Grad 2018. The criteria for the award is as follows: outstanding contributions, financial need, and academics. The deadline to apply is Wednesday, March 28^th at 3:30 p.m. Application forms are available online at http://bit.ly/Grad2018Awards . Please note that a high-resolution digital photo (jpg, not png), of the applicant doing an activity this year, must also be submitted to the main office with the completed application form.

LES AND IRENE DUBE SERVICE AND JUSTICE SCHOLARSHIP ($2,000)

A student will be presented with a $2,000 scholarship at École St. Mary Grad 2018. To apply for this scholarship, a student must be enrolling as a full-time student in an Arts and Science program at the University of Saskatchewan through St. Thomas More College for their first year of study. The student must also agree to participate fully in the Service and Justice program, administered by the Engaged Learning Coordinator, which requires two hours of community volunteer work per week, excluding holiday and exam periods. As well, the student must have a minimum 80% average based on the following classes: Christian Ethics 20 or 30, ELA A30 or B30, three 30 level electives (but not PAA30 or Phys. Ed. 30), have demonstrated outstanding leadership and Christian service during their high school years, and be recommended by a Christian Ethics teacher. An application form must be submitted to the main office by Wednesday, March 28^th at 3:30 p.m. The application form is available online on the career website http://bit.ly/Grad2018Awards .

CLOTHING ORDER FOR MUSICAL
Students who are interested in ordering a hoodie ($40) or t-shirt ($30) for the musical must submit an order by Tuesday, March 27^th. Sizing samples are available in the library. Payment must be made (cheque to “École St Mary High School, cash, or credit/debit card at the main office) before an order can be submitted.

TELEMIRACLE

Thank you to all those who participated in the SLC fundraiser for Telemiracle.  This year École St. Mary High School raised $476.00.  Thank you for your support!

SPEED TRAINING
Speed training will be held on Tuesdays and Fridays at 8 a.m.

ACCESS COMMUNICATIONS SCHOLARSHIPS 
Access Communications will award up to 20 scholarships of $1,000 each to graduating students in Saskatchewan who are planning to attend post-secondary school at either a technical college or university. For eligibility, selection criteria, and application forms visit www.MyAccess.ca/InTheCommunity . The submission deadline is April 20, 2018.

AFFINITY CREDIT UNION SCHOLARSHIPS - GRADE 11 & GRADE 12

Affinity Credit Union has two great scholarship opportunities for Grade 11 and Grade 12 students. To be eligible to apply, students must be a member of Affinity Credit Union or have a parent or guardian who is a member. More information regarding the two scholarship opportunities below, along with application forms, is available at www.affinitycu.ca or by calling 306-385-4420.
Elwood Harvey Co-operative Leadership Program – Grade 11 students
Each student receives a $2500 award upon completion of the leadership program. Twenty-six students are accepted into the program. This award is offered by our District Councils, who have been elected to represent their communities within the Credit Union. The program gives recipients the opportunity to participate in their local District Council meetings and a variety of other events during their grade 12 year! Deadline to apply is May 1, 2018.
Build a Better World Scholarship – Grade 12 students

This program is designed for students graduating in spring 2018 and enrolling in post-secondary education. We have 60 scholarships of $500 to award this year! Deadline to apply is May 1, 2018.

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 Quest for Excellence Program deadline is March 12^th, 2018. For more information go to www.remax.ca and blog www.remax-western.ca/blog 

FRANCOPHONE MASS & COMPLIMENTARY COMMUNITY BREAKFAST

The Société Canadienne Française de Prince Albert (SCFPA) and the Sacred Heart Cathedral is organizing a francophone mass, followed by a community breakfast, in the cathedral basement on Sunday, March 11, at 9:30 a.m.  Students are invited, along with their family. It is a free event. If you are interested in attending, please contact Mr. Joncas or the SCFPA directly at scfpa@sasktel.net.  Please register to attend by March 5^th so numbers can be determined.

SKILLS CANADA OPPORTUNITY

École St. Mary High School is looking for one student to participate in the Job Skill Demonstration at the Provincial Skills Canada competition in Regina on Friday, April 13, 2018. The Job Skill Demonstration requires the student to present a 15-30 minute demonstration of a trades job skill to a panel of judges. For a list of contest descriptions, contact Mr. Thalheimer or Mr. Welter or visit the website: https://www.skillscanadasask.com/skills-competition/provincial-skills-competition/contest-descriptions  (carpentry, cooking, electronics, graphic design, job search, mechanical CADD, photography, public speaking . . .) The winner of the provincial competition receives a trip to compete in the National competition in Edmonton in June. This competition offers students the opportunity to display their skills to others and looks great on future job applications. If you have a skill that meets the criteria on the website, are comfortable with public speaking and presentation, and are interested in participating, please see Mr. Thalheimer or Mr. Welter in room 245, as soon as possible. The deadline to apply is Friday, March 2^nd. Apply quickly as the school is only allowed to enter one student for this competition.

MUSICAL

Students who are interested in be a member of the Pit Band for the musical need to sign for auditions. The audition sign up sheet is posted outside the music room.

CREATIVE CAMP OPPORTUNITY 

Are you looking for a creative outlet this summer? Try Creative Writing, Drama, or Musical Theatre Summer Camp. It is open to students in grades 7-12 and located at the International Music Camp on the border between North Dakota and Manitoba.  The cost is approx. $400-500 for the week.  For details, see Mrs. Bernier in Rm 206, or check out the site at:  www.internationalmusiccamp.com.

MANN ART GALLERY HIGH SCHOOL JURIED ART SHOW

All high school students are invited to submit their artwork to have the opportunity to have their artwork shown as part of the Mann Art Gallery Juried Art Show. Artwork selected to be in the show will be juried for 5 cash prizes. All artwork must be submitted to Ms. Hawryluk no later than March 28th.

Criteria: a) You may submit one (1) artwork.

              b) The artwork must be original (not copied).

              c) Artwork must be made within the past year.

              d) Artwork does not need to be made in school.

If you are interested, have questions, or would like the submit your work, please contact Ms. Hawryluk in the Art Room (B18).

JUNIOR CITIZEN OF THE YEAR AWARD

The Junior Citizen of the Year award has honoured the youth of Saskatchewan for over 40 years. The program is sponsored by The Saskatchewan Weekly Newspapers Association, in partnership with SaskPower, and the Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan.  These prestigious awards are given to kids who: Have a positive lifestyle, Are dedicated to community and school, Have a strong sense of caring and responsibility, Have the ability to overcome life’s challenges, Inspire others, Are between ages 8 to 18.  Four award recipients are chosen each year and receive a $3,000 bursary provided by SaskPower, to be used for their post-secondary education. For more information, please go to www.swna.com The call for nominations is now open. Deadline for nominations is March 31st, 2018.

CANADIAN PARENTS FOR FRENCH SCHOLARSHIPS
Canadian Parents for French is offering 4 scholarships for French Immersion students, one per grade level. Grade 9 to 11 scholarships are $100, Grade 12 is $300. If you are interested, please contact the main office or Mr. Joncas in Rm 238. The deadline for applications is May 4, 2018.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

PRINCE ALBERT WRESTLING CLUB

PAWC has begun!  Practices are on Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday.  Please see Ms. Richards in Room 128 for more information.

WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS

SPEED TRAINING

Speed training will be every Friday until further notice.

WRESTLING

Practice runs Mondays, Wednesday and Thursdays after school.  If you are interested in wrestling, and have not signed up yet, please see Ms. Richards in room 128, ASAP.

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

OPEN SHOP FOR PAA STUDENTS

Students who are currently taking PAA classes that involve construction or drafting are invited to use the shop equipment, under teacher supervision, during lunch hours every Monday - Thursday. Please contact Mr. Thalheimer or Mr. Welter for more information.

ART CLUB
Art Club meets every Monday from 3:30 p.m.- 5:00 p.m in the Art Room (B18). Everyone is welcome to attend. Come on out to make some great art! 

BOARD GAME CLUB
Board Game Club meets every every Tuesday and Thursday during lunch in the Community Room. Everyone is welcome!

GLEE CLUB/CHORAL 

Tuesday and Thursday from 8:15 a.m. - 8:55 a.m. in the chapel.
Wednesday from 12:25 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. in the chapel.

JAZZ BAND
Wednesday from 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. in the band room.

HANDBELLS

Tuesday from12:35 p.m. - 1:10 p.m in the band room.

PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE

Thursday from 12:35 - 1:10 p.m in the band room.

GIRLS CHAMBER CHOIR (Audition Only)

Monday from 8:15 a.m. - 8:55 a.m. with the Glee Club in the chapel.

Every second Friday from 12:35 p.m. - 1:10 p.m in the band room.

BOYS CHAMBER CHOIR (Audition Only)

Monday from 8:15 a.m. - 8:55 a.m. with the Glee Club in the chapel.

Every second Friday from 12:35 p.m. - 1:10 p.m in the band room.

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 - Sweet 'n' Sour Meatballs & Rice $3.00                                   

Tuesday - Hot Hamburger Sandwich & Pickle $2.50 

Wednesday - Pork Stir Fry $3.00                                   

Thursday - Chicken Wings & Wedges $3.00  

Friday - Fettuccini Alfredo & Garlic Bread $2.50