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February was a busy month with numerous happenings such as our Open House, sporting events, Ash Wednesday and the installation of our new cross in the gym.

March tends to be a month where we demonstrate what we know as well as to continue to ‘plan for the future.’ High School registration for our grade nine students is based on their final mark, and if grades decline over the final four months, course selections could be changed by the high school. Working diligently in all subjects will help ensure that doors remain open for next year.

Progress Reports and parent-

teacher conferences are a time for celebrating the accomplishments of our students. Please note that the interviews will be the evening of Wednesday, March 14th. More information will be emailed home on Friday, March 9th when progress reports will be sent home.

The Lenten season, with its importance on prayer, fasting and almsgiving, is upon us. I encourage you to take every opportunity to involve yourselves and your families in your parishes as we ready ourselves for the great feast of Easter.

Registrations are now taking place at SJT. Parents & students are our best ambassadors for spreading the great news about us. If you know anyone who is interested in learning about SJT, please refer them to us. We would be pleased to give parents a tour of the school should they wish it. God Bless!

Bruno Binassi Dana Hutton

Principal Assistant Principal

March, 2018

Looking Ahead:

• March 26 Spring Break begins

• April 3—school resumes

• April 12—Easter Mass at Queen of Martyrs Church

• April 26—28—Tour Band Trip to Banff

• May 8—Language Arts written final exam for all grades

• May 10—Grade Nine Group Picture

February 14th was our Ash Wednesday celebration.

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Ash Wednesday Celebration On Wednesday, February 14th we celebrated the Ash Wednesday Eucharistic Celebration at Sir John Thompson School. This was a last minute change of location due to weather and sidewalk conditions; Fr. Mark was our celebrant. Ash Wednesday is one of the Catholic Church’s days for fasting and abstinence. The concession did not be sell any food that had meat nor any treats such as candy or baked chips. Also, the vending machines that sell similar items were turned off for the day.

School Council The next meeting will take place on Wednesday, March 7th, at 7:00 p.m.

Tour Band Trip Meeting The parents whose children are attending the trip to Banff are requested to attend the meeting on March 7th at 6:00 p.m. Important information such as final payments, itinerary and activities will be discussed. A parent must

attend this meeting for their child to attend the trip.

Second PowerSchool Printout

On Friday, March 9th, a PowerSchool update will be sent home. We will be hosting Parent/Teacher/Student interviews on Wednesday, March 14th. Interviews will occur from 3:30 – 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. It is important that parents/guardians bring their children to these interviews. Please book your interview times on-line using the instruction

sheet that will be available on-line through Swift K-12 and on page 12.

Parent PowerSchool and Final Report Cards

Many parents have already created their own PowerSchool account. It can be used to track attendance, marks and now make on-line payments. Several parents appreciated the payment option to pay school fees. Please set up an account if you do not already have one. PowerSchool for parents is a quick an easy way to be informed and receive an electronic report card as well.

Note: The final report card in June will be digital and parents will need a PowerSchool account to access it.

High School Registration On page 11 of this newsletter there is important information regarding high school open houses and registration dates. Please note that all high school registrations are completed at the respective high schools. If you are unable to attend on the specified date, please contact the high school directly to make alternate arrangements.

Final Exams and Provincial Achievement Exam Dates English Language Arts, Part A (all grades)- Tuesday, May 8 - 9:00 a.m.

Science (all grades) - Friday, June 22 - 9:00 a.m.

Social Studies (all grades) - Monday, June 25 - 9:00 a.m.

English L.A., Part B (all grades) - Tuesday, June 26 - 9:00

Mathematics (all grades)- Wednesday, June 27— 9:00 a.m.

Please note start times will be finalized in spring. All students should be at school for a regular start time of 8:45 a.m.

Grade 9 Farwell A reminder that the Grade 9 farewell Mass will be Thursday, June 14th at 5:00 p.m. The mass will be celebrated at Queen of Martyrs Parish (13210 - 133A Avenue ). The next day on Friday, June 15th there will be a dance for all students. The grade nines will have the first hour of the dance for themselves and will also have a room where light refreshments will be served.

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Tamara D.

Jordyn H.

Mikaela Z.

Francesca R.

Ma. Hannah S.

Jerica D.

Ryen R.

Waynielle L.

Regine Z.

Arielle M.

Mckenna W.

Julienne M.

Managers:

Manisha R.

Makayla H.

Kyle B.

Steven H.

Vinz R.

Nathaniel F.

Alex C.

Nathaniel H.

Ahron P.

Keith P.

Ethan R.

Luca C.

Nathaniel D.R.

Andrei S.

Managers:

Marissa H.

Abigail C.

Senior Girls Basketball Coach: Mr. Engebretson

Senior Boys Basketball Coaches: Mr. Myrick and Mrs. Clarke

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Ryan J.

Ethan W.

Daniel L.

Rylan G.

Jaycee T.

Nathan N.

Romel O.

Rafael C.

Colby S.

Khent A.

Carl B.

Jude C.

Levana L.

Valentina P.

Hannah R.

Andrea R.

Abby C.

Andrea S.

Gurjot C.

Lulia E.

Samara M.

Aysha E.I.

Sejal S.

Junior Girls Basketball Coach: Mrs. Corbett and Simran

Junior Boys Basketball Coach: Mrs. Profiri-Mathers

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District Chaplain’s Message

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SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WED. THURS. FRIDAY SAT.

Second Sunday of

Lent

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Third

Sunday of Lent

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St. Joseph High School

Open House at 7:00 p.m.

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Tour Band and Honour Band

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Tour Band Parent Mtg. at

6:00 p.m.

School Council Mtg. At 7:00

p.m.

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Archbishop

O’Leary Open House at 7:00

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PowerSchool printout goes

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O’Leary H.S. Registration Day

9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

St. Joseph H.S. registration Day

9:00 a.m-3:00 p.m.

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Fourth Sunday of

Lent

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Archbishop MacDonald H.S. registration night Last name A-L 6:00-7:00p.m.

Last name M-Z 7:00-8:00 p.m.

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St. Joseph H.S. registration night 6:00—8:00 p.m.

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Parent-Teacher conferences

3:30—5:00 and 6:00—8:00

St. Joseph H.S. registration night 6:00—8:00 p.m.

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St. Joseph H.S. registration night 6:00—8:00 p.m.

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Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

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Fifth Sunday

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Full Day Dismissal at

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Palm Sunday

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March Thursday Cycles

A: blocks 1-2-3-4

B: blocks 4-5-6-7

C: blocks 1-2-3-5

D: blocks 3-4-5-6

E: blocks 1-2-6-7

S p r i n g B r e a k !

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