Wood Street Centre will be hosting our Open House on Thursday, December 1st @ 7:00 pm.  It will be in person for the first time in a few years.

We will also be holding a Virtual Open House on Tuesday, December 6th for rural students and those that are unable to make it on December 1st.  The Zoom link and time will be sent later this week.

Teachers will be on hand on December 1st to answer questions students and parents may have, they are encouraged to visit each program that they may be interested in applying to.

Students can visit the Programs page:  http://woodstreetcentre.yukonschools.ca/programs.html and do some exploring before attending the Open House.

Program Applications are due on Friday, January 20th  

·         applications can be emailed to: applications-WSC@yukon.ca

·         or mailed to:  411 Wood Street – Whitehorse, YT – Y1A 2E9

·         or hand delivered to:  411 Wood Street – Whitehorse, YT

Timelines:

December 1st     Open House
December 6th     Virtual Open House
January 20th        Applications Due
February 10th      Interviews to be complete by
February 17th      Program offer letters out (email)
February 23rd      Students must accept or decline offer by
March 1st             Information out to schools regarding who will be in WSC programs for 2023 – 2024

We have moved the application process earlier to accommodate school planning for the upcoming school year.
Any questions can be directed to Kris Bruneau - 667-8413 or kris.bruneau@yukon.ca 

Dear St. Francis of Assisi students and families,

Cold and Flu Season 
For several years, pandemic restrictions and social distancing helped keep a variety of bugs away. As you know, cold and flu season is upon us again, and we have many students who have been ill lately. Please follow the traffic light poster to determine if your child can come to school: https://yukon.ca/sites/yukon.ca/files/hss/hss-can-your-child-go-to-school-regular-activities.pdf 

Students may wear a mask if they feel comfortable doing so and there are some at the front office. In addition, we still have rapid antigen tests here at the school. If you would like some for your family, please let us know. 

St. Francis Clubs
The St. Francis music department has been busy this year. Students have been learning foundational music and instrument skills through performing their favorite rock music hits. While learning the fundamentals of their instrument, they are also playing with a band in a fun and positive atmosphere. We have many bands named as follows:

• Super Bass
• Thursday
• Speed Bumps
• Sentinel Army
• A Pinch of Jellyfish.

If you are available, all of the rock bands will be playing in the foyer at the Legislature Building on Tuesday November 29th between 12:00 and 1:00 pm.

St. Francis Activities

Tuesday, November 22

• Student Government Meeting in Room 11 @ 12:15pm
• Super Bass Band Concert @ 12:15pm in the small gym
• Workout Club - 12:15 to 12:50pm
• Choir - 3:30 - 5:30pm
• Volleyball Practice – Senior Girls @ 5:30-7:30 pm

Wednesday, November 23

• Carpentry Skills Club @ 12:15 pm in Wood Shop
• Chess / Board Game Club @ 12:15 pm in the LC
• PLC / Early dismissal
• Volleyball Practice –Senior Boys @ 5:30-7:30pm

Thursday, November 24

• GSA Club in Room 20 @ 12:15 pm.
• Pep Rally @ 2:40 - 3:13 pm in the large gym
• Yukon Championships - Seniors @ FH

Friday, November 25

• Thursday / Gr. 9 Band Concert @ 12:15 in the small gym
• Alpha Meeting @ 12:15pm
• Yukon Championships - Seniors @ FH

Please do not hesitate to call the school at 667-5901 if you have any questions or concerns.

Blessings,

The St. Francis of Assisi Admin Team,
​
Alethea Wallace, A/Principal; Mia Ouellette, A/Vice-Principal; Janet Clarke, A/Vice Principal

At this website, go to the Portal tab on the far right.
Click on “login” from the drop-down choices.  
Enter the student number followed by yesnet.yk.ca ie: 936452@yesnet.yk.ca 
If your student has forgotten their student number, call the school @ 667-5901 or email  janet.clarke@yesnet.yk.ca 

If your student is in grade 8 and went to CKES, their password is lime (Hanscombe) or kiwi (Mr. D). If your child went to Holy Family, the password is LastChance. 

If your student is in grade 9 to 12, they chose their own password. If they have forgotten this password, contact the school to have it reset @ 667-5901 or email  janet.clarke@yesnet.yk.ca 

All your student’s Class tiles will appear. This is the place that teachers post assignments, exam dates, and other important class information. 

Encourage your student to check Teams daily to stay on top of their work. ​

Dear St. Francis of Assisi students and families, 

Prayer 
In times of difficulty, Lord, we appreciate the support and encouragement of others. 
In better times we feel strong and more secure. 
Remind us then to co-operate with other people and look out for the needs of others, being ready to offer a smile, a word, and other support and encouragement. 
Amen 

St. Francis Feast and Celebration 
Thank you so much to all who attended our spaghetti dinner last week. It was a great turnout! Again, we would like to thank Tony’s Pasta and Seafood House for the delicious sauce, and for the generous donations from YFNED and Wykes’ Your Independent Grocer; without food, we would not have been able to be together as we were. A thank you must also go out to the music provided by the Pelayo Family, to the staff and students who helped behind the scenes and the Girls Grade 9/10 Volleyball team who were serving during this celebration. We hope to gather again soon, as it was great fun and full of good conversation! 

CPF Yukon Pizza Supper 
The Canadian Parents for French Yukon Chapter is a local NGO that helps promote and encourage French second-language opportunities for Yukon students. This includes Core French, French Immersion and Intensive French. On November 2nd they are hosting a free pizza supper followed by an AGM. It is from 5:30 to 7:30 pm in the basement of the United Church in Whitehorse. All families are invited. It is free and there is also free childcare provided. Parents can learn about French second-language opportunities, hear about fun events CPF sponsors and share ideas about how to promote and improve French Second-language opportunities for their children. No RSVP is required. If you have any questions, please contact yukoncpf@gmail.com or call/text 334-5585. 

Vision Screening 
On Thursday and Friday, we will be doing vision screening with our Grade 8 students, and some new students. A letter will be sent home if follow-up with an optometrist is recommended.  

St. Francis Clothing 
The St. Francis Pop-up Shop is now open! 

• Order between no and November 13th. Items will then be shipped directly to you and should arrive prior to Christmas Break. 
  
• Order for friends and family, as these make great gifts! 
  
• A portion of all sales will go towards supporting St. Francis students and programming. 
  

• Just head to the link below and shop your hearts out!  
  
• https://urstore.ca/group/st-francis-assisi-pop-up-shop 
  

Please do not hesitate to call the school at 667-5901 if you have any questions or concerns.  ​

Blessings, 
The St. Francis of Assisi Admin Team, 
Alethea Wallace, A/Principal; Mia Ouellette, A/Vice-Principal; Janet Clarke, A/Vice Principal 

​Feast with us tomorrow night!  
We are celebrating our new school name with a St. Francis of Assisi Feast!  
When: Wednesday, October 12, 2022 anytime from 5:00 to 7:00 pm.   
Where: St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Secondary School, 16 Duke Street in Riverdale.   
What: a delicious & free spaghetti dinner and a bake sale for our 9/10 Girls volleyball team!   
This is the same evening as the Whitehorse Schools Annual Food Drive so you are welcome to bring non-perishable donations for the Food Bank.   

Everyone is welcome!   

10/11/2022

​Dear St. Francis of Assisi students and families,
 
Lord God,
I pray for your protection as I begin this day.
You are my hiding place, and under your wings I can always find refuge.
Protect me from trouble wherever I go, and keep evil far from me.
Your love and faithfulness, along with your goodness and mercy, surround me daily.
My trust is in you, and I give thanks to you for your love and protection.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
 
St. Francis Feast and Celebration
On Wednesday October 12, our feast to celebrate St. Francis of Assisi and the changing of the school’s name will happen on this date. Please join us between 5-7 pm for a spaghetti dinner and some enjoyable music to celebrate. This is the same evening as the Whitehorse Schools Annual Food Drive so you are welcome to bring non-perishable donations for the Food Bank.
 
Fire Prevention Week
October 9th to 15th is Fire Prevention Week across North America. Fire Prevention Week is a great time to learn about fire safety with kids. This year’s theme is “Fire won’t wait. Plan your escape.”
Students and their families can take simple steps to keep themselves safe from fires at home:

• Test your smoke alarms every month, and replace them every ten years.
• Learn the sound of your smoke alarm. Make sure everyone knows that when the smoke alarm sounds, it is time to get out and call 9-1-1.
• Take the time to plan fire escape routes from your home. Make sure everyone in the home understands how to get out of the house from any room.
• Once you have an escape plan, practice it regularly.
• Once a smoke alarm goes off, you might have two minutes or less to safely get out of your home.

You can find more information about Fire Prevention Week online, including links to activities, games and lesson plans from the National Fire Protection Association, at www.yukon.ca/fireprevention.
 
Please do not hesitate to call the school at 667-5901 if you have any questions or concerns.
 
Blessings,
The St. Francis of Assisi Admin Team,
Alethea Wallace, A/Principal; Mia Ouellette, A/Vice-Principal; Janet Clarke, A/Vice Principal

Dear St. Francis of Assisi students and families,

A Thanksgiving Prayer
O God, when I have food,
help me to remember the hungry;
When I have work,
help me to remember the jobless;
When I have a home,
help me to remember those who have no home at all;
When I am without pain,
help me to remember those who suffer,
And, in remembering,
help me to destroy my complacency,
Bestir my compassion,
and be concerned enough to help,
By word and deed,
those who cry out for what we take for granted.
Amen.
 
October is a month that we pause to recognize all the ways we are grateful through prayer and time spent in gratitude. In this month of Thanksgiving, let us make an effort to sit with our families and share what we are grateful for each day. This simple act will help to build connections, help support positive mental health and bring smiles to the ones we love.

Forms and Fees
You should have received forms in the mail regarding school fees and an update of information. Ensuring that your contact information is up to date, allows us to communicate with you efficiently.  We respectfully ask that you pay fees promptly through cheque, cash or e-transfer sfacss@yukon.ca. In addition, those who return all completed forms by October 7th will be entered into a draw to win a $250 prepaid Visa gift card!

Scent Aware Building
Scent sensitivity…The chemicals used in scented products can affect some people, especially those with fragrance sensitivities, asthma, allergies and other medical conditions. In consideration of others, please avoid using scented products.

Morning Supervision
A reminder to parents and students that morning supervision does not begin until 8:00 am.

St. Francis Feast and Celebration
Save the Date!! On Wednesday October 12, our feast to celebrate St. Francis and the changing of the school’s name will happen on this date. Please join us between 5-7 pm for a spaghetti dinner and some enjoyable music to celebrate.

Please do not hesitate to call the school at 667-5901 if you have any questions or concerns.

Blessings,
​
The St. Francis of Assisi Admin Team,
Alethea Wallace, A/Principal; Mia Ouellette, A/Vice-Principal; Janet Clarke, A/Vice Principal