Monday, September 11th

DAY 1

MORNING PRAYER

Today we will pray a prayer written by an Ecole St. Mary High School student.  

Dear Lord,

I’d like to pray for the strength

to handle bad situations, mistakes, loss,

and for what we can and what we cannot control. 

Sometimes bad things happen out of nowhere,

and it can be overwhelming so that we lose sight

of what’s right and what’s wrong.  Please Lord,

give us the strength and ability to cope with the bad,

and the knowledge and experience

to help others through their tough times.  Through Christ our Lord. 

Amen

SCHOOL SUPERVISION

Main Entrance - Mrs. Gareau

North Entrance - Mrs. Cantin
South Entrance - Mr. Gotidoc

CAFETERIA

Monday - Smokies & Perogies $4.50

 ANNOUNCEMENTS

ÉCOLE ST MARY HIGH SCHOOL SLC

The Student Leadership Council (SLC) has an Edsby page that will highlight this year's plans and activities. Search for “École St Mary High School SLC” to stay up-to-date about the events!

SLC SPIRIT WEEK: September 11th - September 15th

**Week-Long Challenge: 

Each day take a selfie at the designated spot/or with the daily person/object. At the end of the week, come to the SLC room during lunch, period 4, 5, to show the completed task and receive a prize. 
Monday, Sept 11th: Blue and White Day

Dress in our school colors!! There will be Freezies handed out during lunch.

Selfie:  Gym Motivational Poster

Tuesday, Sept 12th: Hat Day

Wear your favorite hat!!

Selfie: any teacher (homeroom or otherwise)

Wednesday, Sept 13th: Sunglasses Day

Wear a pair of shades!! Also, Gr 9 students receive a welcome treat!!

Selfie: photo with Block 1965 at old school entrance

Thursday, Sept 14th: Playground Games

Participate or watch the games in the main gym at noon

Selfie: Smurf Mascot @ lunch

Friday, Sept 15th: Selfie Photos Verification 

LIFETOUCH PHOTOS
Lifetouch will be taking photos of staff and students in the small gym on Friday, September 15th (Grade 9 students/Grade 10 students) and Monday, September 18^th. Lifetouch will be here to take staff and student photos.  These photos will take place in the small gym on both days (sorry for the inconvenience).  

CROSS COUNTRY RUNNING: Fall 2023 Season

Students who are interested in competing and/or training for cross country running are encouraged to see Mrs. Daniel-Minier on Monday, September 11^th at 12:15 pm in room B21 for a short 10–15 minute meeting (and sign up).

GIRLS' SOCCER SIGN-UP

Girls' soccer sign up is posted on the glass wall outside the gym. Please use the QR code to sign up and try to do this before Monday, September 11th. The first practice will be Monday September 11th at 3:45pm on the St Mary field behind Sacred Heart Cathedral.  Students who have difficulty with the QR code are to see MRs Z in the gym or show up at practice on Monday so they can be signed up at that time. 

MODEL UNITED NATIONS: École St. Mary

If you are a student who loves social studies, politics, world issues, and current event, or if you love debating and researching, then Model UN might be for you!  Model UN is an activity where students represent countries in the world and debate the positions of these countries on current events, such as war in Ukraine, Climate change, etc. For new and returning students, there will be an informational meeting on Monday, September 11 at 12:30 pm in Rm 238 to discuss what is going to happen over the course of the year. Please contact Mr. Joncas, Mrs. Morhart or Mr. Welter if you are interested, but cannot attend. 

UPSTAGE PRODUCTIONS MEETING
Students who are interested in learning about the plans for this year’s drama and musical productions are invited to attend a meeting on Tuesday, September 12^th at 12:30 pm in the small gym. If you are not able to attend, please see Mr. VanOtterloo in his current classroom (B27).

YEARBOOK CLUB

SMHS always has something going on including sports activities, Model UN, Games Club, SLC events, Choir, kids just hanging out at lunch and so much more! Help is needed to capture these moments so they can be included in the yearbook. Students who are interested in creating the yearbook are invited to attend a meeting in on Wednesday, September 13 at 12:40 pm in B9. Students who are unable to attend are to contact Mrs. Cantin in B9.

AUDIO-VISUAL & LIVESTREAMING CLUB

Do you love working with camera, sound, and video editing? If yes, this might be for you. This year, we are starting an audio-visual and livestreaming club at our school. The goal of that club is to provide coverage of school events (ex: tournaments, celebrations). If you are interested, please come to the informational meeting on Wednesday, September 13th at 12:30 pm in Rm 238. No previous experience is required. 

KARATE CLASSES

Are you looking for a fitness and discipline activity? If yes, Prince Albert Budokai Karate is hosting its classes on Mondays and Wednesdays at 1405 Bishop Pascal Place (Elevation Academy Gym - Former Rivier). Beginners' classes are at 6 pm and advanced classes are at 7 pm. We welcome new and returning students. If you have any questions, please contact Sensei Chris Lair at 306-922-5247 or by email at chrislair@sasktel.net.

DRIVER EDUCATION 2023 - 2024

Students who are interested in the 2023 - 2024 driver education program are to register online through Microsoft Forms: 2023 - 2024 Drivers Ed Registration Form Mr. Bourdon will then place students into groups on Edsby. A reminder that spots fill up quickly, so it is important to select your three top options to best accommodate each student. 

The start dates for each session are as follows:

September 6 - 28 (after school)

October 2 - 23 (after school)

October 23 - December 7 (lunch hour)

November 1 - November 24 (after school)

December 11 - January 19 (after school)

January 31 - February 29 (after school)

March 4 - March 25 (after school)

March 4 - April 24 (lunch hour)

April 8 - April 26 (after school)

May 1 - May 23 (after school)

July 2 - July 10 summer class (9:00am - 1:00pm)

Please note the following:

·         Students must be 15 years old by the start of the session.

·         Sessions will be in the Room 246.

·         All sessions begin at 3:30pm and end at 5:30pm. (except for the summer/lunch sessions).

·         During your driver education class, you will need:

·         your birth certificate

·         your MYSGI account number. (needed on the first day of class)

·         Students must go to SGI to get their MySGI customer number.

·         a pencil/pen and notebook

EDSBY SUPPORT

Information and instructional videos are available at https://pacsd.ca/our-students/edsby-for-students/

FREE MICROSOFT 365 FOR STUDENTS

Students enrolled in the Prince Albert Catholic School Division have the opportunity to install Microsoft Office 365 on their desktops, laptops and mobile devices. Instructions and additional information is available at http://pa.pursueonline.com/index.php/community/

CAFETERIA

Monday - Smokies & Perogies $4.50

Tuesday - Loaded Tater Tot with Cheese & Bacon $4.50

Wednesday - Honey Garlic Meatballs & Rice $4.50

Thursday - Sausage Farmers Wrap $4.50

Friday - BLT & Chips $4.50