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We are currently looking for students who are interesting in playing rugby in this coming rugby season, which we are hoping to start in early January. More specifically, these students would like to be involved in an exchange rugby trip with Earl Marriott Secondary School in South Surrey, BC.
Eric Fekete from the Yukon Rugby Federation will be hosting a parent/athlete information session on Tuesday, December 3 @7pm here at St. Francis to discuss more about what this exchange would look like plus answer any questions you might have. At this point in time we have been told the following by Eric: Fundraising: We are working on getting a license for a 50/50 raffle, but we also encourage a bottle/ garbage drive in January. I am happy to assist, but the fundraising efforts will be lead by parents/ athletes. Cost: The cost of the trip will be $400 per attendee. This will cover flights, activities and some food. The kids will be expected to take care of their own meals at times. We don't want finances to be a barrier, so if cost is an issue, please reach out to me directly and we can work on a plan. Accommodations: The kids will be billeting with the hosts. For the most part, they will be 2 per household. Each host household will have been interviewed and had reference checks before being allowed to host. Please come join us for this meeting and take part in a great opportunity. Dear St. Francis of Assisi students and families,
Prayer Dear Lord, thank You for inviting me to follow You And for the times You wait for me to catch up. Learning from You, may I be patient with others, A visible sign of the love You envelop. Amen. From the Ground Up Help us connect Yukon farms to Yukon tables by supporting the From the Ground Up fundraiser! Students are selling local food bundles to raise money for St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Secondary to help fund our Student Activities while supporting local farms. Each $40 bundle contains: 5 lbs of carrots and 5 lbs of potatoes for Yukon Grain Farm and Hinterland Flour Mill’s Barley Pancake and Waffle Mix (400g), Creamy Hot Breakfast Barley Cereal (320g), and Barley Brownie Mix (500g). Simply visit Yukon Food For Learning Association www.yffla.ca and follow these steps to order:
Grade 11 Students PEARSON COLLEGE Yukon sponsors one student per year for a two-year period to attend Lester B. Pearson United World College in Victoria, British Columbia. Applicants should currently be in Grade 11 and will take Grades 12 and 13 at the College, culminating in the International Baccalaureate examination. Deadline: November 28, 2024 Pearson College UWC is a two-year pre-university school (Grade 12 and Gap Year) for up to 200 students from over 100 countries who live, study and grow together at the edge of the western world. We believe that education is a force to unite people, nations and cultures for peace and a sustainable future. Our education is transformational. The College was named in honour of the work done by the late Canadian Prime Minister and Canada’s only Nobel Peace Laureate, Lester B. Pearson. Prime Minister Pearson initiated the work to found a United World College “of the Pacific” as a way of continuing the promotion of peace and understanding in the world. Pearson College is one of 18 UWC schools and colleges worldwide. If you have any questions, please contact [email protected] Experiential Programs Applications are open for the upcoming 2024/2025 school year – FADS, Wood Street Programs, Sport School. Please contact our school counsellors for application packages [email protected] or [email protected] Parent Group Session Join us each Thursday evening in November (6:00-7:30pm) to connect with other parents of teens to:
Youth Clinic – St. Francis My name is Stephanie Coombes, and I am a registered nurse with the Yukon Government. I am looking forward to supporting the health and well-being of students at St. Francis by providing monthly health clinics. I provide a variety of services including guidance on mental health, nutrition, physical activity, non-urgent care and health promotion. I work closely with the incredible teams of pediatricians at Lynx Health to provide low barrier primary care to youth who do not have a family doctor (but youth who do have a family doctor are welcome too!). If your child has needle phobias for blood work or vaccines, I can work them with to do the bloodwork at school to reduce wait times in the hospital setting. Parents are welcome to call 867-335-1728 and speak to me if they have specific requests for health services or appointments for their children. Warm Regards, Stephanie Coombes Advent candles and wreaths for sale! Advent is less than a month away! We are selling 4-piece candle sets and metal wreaths!
Please do not hesitate to call the school at 667-5901 if you have any questions or concerns. Join us on Instagram @stfrancisyukon. Blessings, The St. Francis of Assisi Admin Team, Alethea Wallace, Principal; Mia Ouellette, Vice-Principal; Tanner Cassidy, Vice Principal Dear St. Francis of Assisi students and families,
Prayer Loving God, Thank you for your amazing power and work in our lives. Thank you for your goodness and for your blessings over us. Thank you for the hope you bring through even the toughest of times, strengthening us for your purpose. Thank you for your great love and care. Thank you that you are always with us and will never leave us. Thank you for your Son Jesus, for the truth of his word and the example of his life. Replenish our spirits with new strength and prepare us to meet each day with renewed gratitude and joy. Renew our spirits, fill us with your peace and joy. We love you and we need you, this day and every day. May all of our words and actions give you praise and glory. Amen Student Led Conferences Thank you to all parents and caregivers who came to the Student Led Conferences last week. It was great to spend some time engaged in rich conversation about each students’ progress. If you were not able to meet with a teacher, please contact them by email [email protected]. The list of staff is on our website, www.sfacss.ca or click here. The next Student Led Conference is scheduled for Wednesday April 9th, 2025. Shine the Light on Woman Abuse Shine the Light on Woman Abuse is a registered trademark campaign created by the London Abused Women's Centre in Ontario. The campaign began in 2010 as a small, grassroots effort and has since become an internationally recognized awareness campaign. Each year, the campaign brings awareness to the issue of men's violence against women by turning communities purple for the month of November. Purple is a symbol or courage, survival, and honour. We will be illuminating our school with purple floodlights and asking staff and students to wear purple on Fridays in November during Yukon’s Women Abuse Prevention Month. December Exams At our school, it has been common practice for some teachers to administer a part/section of their exam prior to Christmas break. For example, some teachers might dedicate some specific days during the month of December for students to work on major assignments that will be included in the exam’s final mark. Students will be made aware of the dates of such major assignments that count towards their final exam mark. The purpose of this message is to let parents/caregivers know so that they can advise administration if their child will be away from school for an extended period in December. Rock Your Mocs This week is Rock your Mocs week. On November 15th, we are encouraging everyone to wear their moccasins. This is a positive opportunity to celebrate and promote cultural pride, by encouraging Indigenous peoples to share their stories through their moccasins. Grad Raffle Tickets The Grad Class of 2025 will be selling raffle tickets. Stay tuned for more information! Advent candles and wreaths for sale! Advent is less than a month away! We are selling 4-piece candle sets and metal wreaths!
Parent Group Session Join us each Thursday evening in November (6:00-7:30pm) to connect with other parents of teens to:
From the Ground Up Help us connect Yukon farms to Yukon tables by supporting the From the Ground Up fundraiser! Students are selling local food bundles to raise money for St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Secondary to help fund our Student Activities while supporting local farms. Each $40 bundle contains: 5 lbs of carrots and 5 lbs of potatoes for Yukon Grain Farm and Hinterland Flour Mill’s Barley Pancake and Waffle Mix (400g), Creamy Hot Breakfast Barley Cereal (320g), and Barley Brownie Mix (500g). Simply visit Yukon Food For Learning Association www.yffla.ca and follow these steps to order:
School Council Our School Council will be holding a meeting this week on Thursday November 14 at 6:30 pm. Upcoming Survey!! St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Secondary, along with all Yukon schools, will be participating in an online school perception survey for students called the OurSCHOOL Student Survey. Please find the details of the survey implementation below. Who: All students, grades 8 through 12 When: Weeks of November 18th – 29th Where: In classrooms using school technology Why: to measure student engagement, increase student involvement & sense of belonging at school In addition, *new this year* we would also like to capture the perceptions about areas of school climate that are critical to student success through the OurSCHOOL Parent Survey. Details of how you may complete the survey will be shared with you all next week. Please do not hesitate to call the school at 667-5901 if you have any questions or concerns. Join us on Instagram @stfrancisyukon. Blessings, The St. Francis of Assisi Admin Team, Alethea Wallace, Principal; Mia Ouellette, Vice-Principal; Tanner Cassidy, Vice Principal Dear St. Francis of Assisi students and families,
Prayer God of love and justice, We remember all men and women who died in defense of our country and its freedom. Help us to honour their sacrifice through prayers and actions for peace in our world. Send us your Spirit to help us let go of misunderstandings, hatred and prejudice so that we may grow together as one family. Guide our steps in the way of peace. We ask this prayer through Jesus Christ, The Prince of Peace. Amen. Remembrance Day Our Remembrance Day Liturgy will be held on Thursday November 7th at 10:30 am in the small gym. All are welcome. A reminder that there is No School on Friday November 8, Monday November 11, or Tuesday November 12. Student Led Conferences Parents are invited, and encouraged, to attend Student Led Conferences on Wednesday November 6th, from 3:30 pm to 8:00 pm. We are not taking appointments; please come and meet the teachers and see what your students have been learning! Report Cards and School Photos/Student IDs will also be available to pick up, when you arrive. Please stop by the office to pick the report card, and photos. See you on Wednesday! CEAY Information The Catholic Education Association of the Yukon website is a source you may be interested in visiting regarding Catholic Education in the Yukon. Please click here to visit their website. Rock Your Mocs Next week is Rock your Mocs week. We are encouraging everyone to wear their moccasins. This is a positive opportunity to celebrate and promote cultural pride, by encouraging Indigenous peoples to share their stories through their moccasins. Advent candles and wreaths for sale! Advent is less than a month away! We are selling 4-piece candle sets and metal wreaths!
Advent is a four-week season in the Church calendar (the start of a new liturgical year) dedicated to anticipating the arrival, or "advent," of Jesus of Nazareth. Actively participate in advent by lighting a candle each Sunday during advent. This year advent starts on Sunday December 1st.
From the Ground Up Help us connect Yukon farms to Yukon tables by supporting the From the Ground Up fundraiser! Students are selling local food bundles to raise money for St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Secondary to help fund our Student Activities while supporting local farms. Each $40 bundle contains: 5 lbs of carrots and 5 lbs of potatoes for Yukon Grain Farm and Hinterland Flour Mill’s Barley Pancake and Waffle Mix (400g), Creamy Hot Breakfast Barley Cereal (320g), and Barley Brownie Mix (500g). Simply visit Yukon Food For Learning Association www.yffla.ca and follow these steps to order:
Parent Group Session Join us each Thursday evening in November (6:00-7:30pm) to connect with other parents of teens to:
Extended Absence If your child will be away for an extended period of time, please notify the office at [email protected]. We are asking students to communicate with their teachers to make arrangements for missed assignments or exams. Please do not hesitate to call the school at 667-5901 if you have any questions or concerns. Join us on Instagram @stfrancisyukon. Blessings, The St. Francis of Assisi Admin Team, Alethea Wallace, Principal; Mia Ouellette, Vice-Principal; Tanner Cassidy, Vice Principal Help us connect Yukon farms to Yukon tables by supporting the From the Ground Up fundraiser! Students are selling local food bundles to raise money for St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Secondary to help fund our Student Activities while supporting local farms. Each $40 bundle contains: 5 lbs of carrots and 5 lbs of potatoes for Yukon Grain Farm and Hinterland Flour Mill’s Barley Pancake and Waffle Mix (400g), Creamy Hot Breakfast Barley Cereal (320g), and Barley Brownie Mix (500g). Simply visit Yukon Food For Learning Association www.yffla.ca and follow these steps to order: - Select the number of food bundles to keep or donate - Choose a preferred pick-up date and location - Specify the school you want your funds to support - Provide an email address for updates and pick up details - Complete your purchase online If you have any questions, please contact Dana Korten at [email protected] 
Dear St. Francis of Assisi students and families,
Prayer Loving God, You are present to us whenever we gather as a faith community. We pray that our schools will be places where everyone feels accepted, safe, and beloved. Help our schools and our local communities be places of faith so that we can help others believe in You. Fill us with Your Spirit so that we may reflect Your light and love to each other and the whole world as one Body of Christ. We ask this of Jesus, Your Son, who lives and reigns with You, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen. Catholic Education Week Catholic Education Week is October 19-25, 2024. We offer joyful thanksgiving for the gift of Catholic education, which has served nations for centuries by teaching students in their faith. The 2024 theme of Catholic Education Week is Testify! Share the reason for your Hope! “But in your hearts reverence Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to make a defense to anyone who calls you to account for the hope that is in you.” (1 Peter 3:15) Our mission is to provide a Catholic education that inspires students to learn and prepares them to live fully and to serve God in one another. We are thankful for the opportunity to provide a faith-based education to students in Whitehorse, and for the teachers, administrators, parents, students, priests, and parishioners who are committed to Catholic education. Wear Blue for Catholic Education - Thursday, October 24 We are asking students and staff to wear blue on Thursday, October 24 to celebrate Catholic Education! Blue is a powerful symbol of constancy, fidelity, genuineness, and aspiration. It also holds a special connection to the Blessed Virgin Mary, making it a fitting choice during October, the month of the rosary. By wearing blue, we recognize and celebrate the vital role publicly funded Catholic schools play in shaping both education and faith. Let’s come together to visibly show our support and pride in Catholic education! Media Literacy Week Canada’s 18th annual Media Literacy Week takes place October 21-25 and it’s an opportunity to put the spotlight on digital media literacy, and how essential it is that we all know how to use, understand and engage with the digital media we use every day. If you would like some information and practical tips for parents and trusted adults to support the young people in their lives through digital issues, please visit the parent tab on the Media Smarts website at https://mediasmarts.ca/parents, or click here for the digital citizenship guide for parents. Upcoming Dates October 28 to November 1 – BC Assessments (for grades 10 and 12) Wednesday October 23rd - PLC Wednesday October 30th – x-block is 6 Wednesday November 6th – PLC and Student Led Conference Friday November 8th – No School Monday November 11th – No School for Remembrance Day Tuesday November 12th – PD Day, No School for Students Wednesday November 13th – x-block is 3 Please do not hesitate to call the school at 667-5901 if you have any questions or concerns. Join us on Instagram @stfrancisyukon. Blessings, The St. Francis of Assisi Admin Team, Alethea Wallace, Principal; Mia Ouellette, Vice-Principal; Tanner Cassidy, Vice Principal Dear St. Francis of Assisi students and families,
Prayer Dear Lord, Sharing the loaves and fishes, You gave us an image of solidarity with the hungry, O Lord. Sharing yourself in the bread and wine, You called all to the table, O Lord. Give me the hunger to be a part of the feeding And the healing of this world. Nourish me with your Grace, So I may work with joy to serve your children. Open my eyes and my heart To recognize those in poverty And increase my awareness Of the structures and systems That need to be changed So we may all break bread together. In your name we pray for the end of hunger. Amen Star Flower Photography. DO NOT REPLY TO THE SCHOOL. THEY DO NOT HAVE THE PHOTOS. We are currently photographing at another school, so I won’t begin replying until this evening. I will work through emails as they are received. Instructions: 1 - Copy and paste: [email protected] into a new email 2 - Put your child’s name and school in the subject line and I will reply with their photo. As a privacy measure only the person(s) who included their name on the order form will be sent the photo. As our days are filled with photographing other schools the pictures will be sent as quickly as possible. Thanks, Andrea and Tom Food Drive Food Drive is tonight! Thank you to the student and parent volunteers who helped drop bags off last week, and to those who are doing bag pick up tonight. If you are donating food, please put it on your porch by 3pm tonight so volunteers can come pick it up. This is a fantastic way to support your community! Computers for Schools If your child is interested in applying for a laptop through Computers in Schools. Please follow this link for more information https://cfsy.ca/apply-for-a-computer-3/. Assessments There will be English language proficiency and benchmark assessments for literacy starting next week for grades 8 and 9 students. The Literacy 12 assessment is scheduled for October 29th. Vision Screening Vision screening with our Grade 8 students is now complete. A letter will be sent home if follow-up with an optometrist is recommended. YFNED Advocate Yukon First Nation Education Advocates work to increase a sense of belonging, self-respect, and pride in heritage for all Indigenous students. They provide support, guidance, and advocacy to deliver culturally inclusive programming within schools, and work with the school to improve the academic achievement of Indigenous students. This year we are pleased to welcome Aurora Knutson as the First Nation Advocate here at St. Francis. Aurora is excited to work closely with school staff, knowledge holders, Elders and youth to advocate for student supports and place a strong focus on cultural programming and land-based learning. If you would like to contact Aurora, please call 867-667-6962 or email [email protected]. Canadian Youth Road Safety Week Canadian Youth Road Safety Week is just around the corner, running from October 20 to 26, 2024. This national initiative aims to raise awareness among young and new drivers about the dangers of risky driving behaviors like distracted driving, impaired driving, speeding, and not wearing seatbelts. This campaign is crucial in encouraging safer driving habits. For a quick guide to help teens stay focused on the road, or tips for parents on discussing safe driving with your teens, click here. Catholic Education Week is October 19-25, 2024. Catholic Education Sunday is a special day for us to come together in celebration of the gift of Catholic education. Traditionally observed on the first Sunday in November, this year we will celebrate on Sunday, October 20, 2024. You are invited to Catholic Education Sunday Mass at Sacred Heart Cathedral on Sunday October 20th at 10:30am, followed by a Beautiful Breakfast in the CYO Hall. Together, we all play a role in the nurturing of our children in mind, body, and spirit. Catholic Education Sunday provides us with an excellent opportunity to celebrate our very special relationship. See the poster invite *here*. Sacred Heart Cathedral Catechism Classes for 2024-2025 Registration is now open for Sacramental Preparation classes and the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd program. All classes start at the beginning of October and are held in the rectory. Registration forms are available in the entrance of the church, the parish office and on the website. First Reconciliation & First Communion Grade 3 & 4 Students Mondays 6:30 to 7:30 pm First class October 7 Confirmation Grade 7, 8 & 9 Students Sundays 6:30 to 8:00 pm First class October 6 Level 1 Catechesis of the Good Shepherd For children ages 3, 4 & 5 years old (kindergarten) Saturdays 10:00 to 11:30 am First class October 5 Level 2 Catechesis of the Good Shepherd For children ages 6, 7, 8 & 9 (children must have participated in level 1) Wednesdays 3:30 to 5:00 pm First class October 2 Youth Event Youth in grades 5-12 are invited to Youth with a Mission night at Sacred Heart Cathedral on Wednesday October 16th from 7-9pm. The evening will consist of music, guest speakers, refreshments, and the opportunity to pray before the Blessed Sacrament. Parents are welcome to stay. This event is in collaboration with the Alberta Evangelization Team, who is running multiple events throughout the same week. Click here for more details. Please do not hesitate to call the school at 667-5901 if you have any questions or concerns. Join us on Instagram @stfrancisyukon. Blessings, The St. Francis of Assisi Admin Team, Alethea Wallace, Principal; Mia Ouellette, Vice-Principal; Tanner Cassidy, Vice Principal Dear St. Francis of Assisi students and families,
Lord God, in your goodness you provide for the needs of all your children. Remember all individuals and organizations who work together to relieve hunger, pain and suffering in the world and who serve in places we cannot go. Fill them with the strength of your Spirit, keep them safe from all harm, and give them hope and strength to carry on. Bless their efforts, and may their commitment lead us to recognize that we too have a role to play in helping those in need and inspire us to take action. Through Christ our Lord. 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 for catering and Yukon Food for Learning; without food, we would not have been able to gather as we had. A thank you must also go out to our School Council and to the staff and students who helped behind the scenes. We hope to gather again soon, as it was great fun and conversation! Fire Prevention Week October 6th to 12th 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 “Smoke Alarms: Make Them Work for You.” Students and their families can take simple steps to keep themselves safe from fires at home:
Wood Street Programs Wood Street Centre will be hosting our Annual Open House on Tuesday, January 14th, 2025 @ 7:00 pm. It will be in person at the school located at 411 Wood Street. Teachers will be on hand on January 14th to answer questions students and parents may have, students are encouraged to visit each program that they may be interested in applying to that evening. We will also be holding a Virtual Open House on Tuesday, January 7th for rural students and those who are unable to make it on January 14th . The Zoom link and time will be sent closer to Tuesday, January 7th . 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 Monday, January 27th
November 18 Applications will be available online: http://woodstreetcentre.yukonschools.ca/applications.html November 26 – 28 High School Presentations MAD Program ** December 9 – 13 High School Presentations Other Programs ** January 7 Virtual Open House January 14 Open House January 27 Applications Due February 12 Interviews to be complete by February 19 Program offer letters out (email) after 5:00 pm February 24 Students must accept, or decline offer by March 6 Information out to schools: WSC Programs Lists for 2025 – 2026 ** Program teachers will be reaching out to schedule presentations at each Whitehorse High School Click here to read the program descriptions. If you have any questions or need clarification, please don't hesitate to contact me. Kris Bruneau, Administrator. Wood Street Center. 867-667-8413. Parent Group Please join us for our monthly parent group hosted by the Family Resource Unit. October 9th from 6 - 7:30. Our guest will be an RCMP member to talk about Cyber Safety. You can join in person or online. Stay tuned for upcoming topics for meetings on November 13th and December 11th. See poster for zoom link. Silent Auction The Grade 8/9 Transitions “Bratpack” is excited to announce our fundraising efforts for upcoming field trips, guest speakers, skills development opportunities, and alternative education activities. Through this, students are also learning valuable skills in event planning and budgeting! Our silent auction is now live, featuring fantastic donations from local businesses, artists, and friends, including kettle corn, golf games, and jewelry. We appreciate your support as we work toward these enriching experiences! Link: https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/0d8385dd-6fc1-4758-8586-1afee31833b9 Youth Event Youth in grades 5-12 are invited to Youth with a Mission night at Sacred Heart Cathedral on Wednesday October 16th from 7-9pm. The evening will consist of music, guest speakers, refreshments, and the opportunity to pray before the Blessed Sacrament. Parents are welcome to stay. This event is in collaboration with the Alberta Evangelization Team, who is running multiple events throughout the same week. Click here for more details. Catholic Education Week Some events in celebration of the upcoming Catholic Education Week have been organized in the diocese. Please click here to see the poster, and click here to read a letter from the Catholic Bishops of Alberta, Northwest Territories and Yukon. Volunteer Opportunity We are in need of someone with the ability to disassemble and reassemble a felted slate pool table. If you are able to, or know someone who can, and have a bit of time to share, please contact [email protected]. Thank you! Please do not hesitate to call the school at 667-5901 if you have any questions or concerns. Join us on Instagram @stfrancisyukon. Blessings, The St. Francis of Assisi Admin Team, Alethea Wallace, Principal; Mia Ouellette, Vice-Principal; Tanner Cassidy, Vice Principal Wood Street Centre will be hosting our Annual Open House on Tuesday, January 14th, 2025 @ 7:00 pm. It will be in person at the school located at 411 Wood Street. Teachers will be on hand on January 14th to answer questions students and parents may have, students are encouraged to visit each program that they may be interested in applying to that evening. We will also be holding a Virtual Open House on Tuesday, January 7th for rural students and those who are unable to make it on January 14th . The Zoom link and time will be sent closer to Tuesday, January 7th . 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 Monday, January 27th
November 18 Applications will be available online: http://woodstreetcentre.yukonschools.ca/applications.html November 26 - 28 High School Presentations MAD Program ** December 9 - 13 High School Presentations Other Programs ** January 7 Virtual Open House January 14 Open House January 27 Applications Due February 12 Interviews to be complete by February 19 Program offer letters out (email) after 5:00 pm February 24 Students must accept, or decline offer by March 6 Information out to schools: WSC Programs Lists for 2025 – 2026 ** Program teachers will be reaching out to schedule presentations at each Whitehorse High School Click here to read the program descriptions. If you have any questions or need clarification, please don't hesitate to contact me. Kris Bruneau, Administrator. Wood Street Center. 867-667-8413.
Dear St. Francis of Assisi students and families,
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. Prayer Thank you, Lord, for the blessings you have bestowed on my life. You have provided me with more than I could ever have imagined. You have surrounded me with people who always look out for me. You have given me family and friends who bless me every day with kind words and actions. They lift me up in ways that keep my eyes focused on you and make my spirit soar. I am extremely grateful for all of your blessings in my life, Lord. I pray that you remind me of just how blessed I am and that you never allow me to forget to show my gratitude in prayer and returned acts of kindness. Amen. St. Francis Feast and Celebration On Friday October 4th, our feast to celebrate St. Francis will be held in our school’s cafeteria. Please join us between 5-7 pm for a spaghetti dinner to celebrate. The spaghetti plate is without charge, but you can bring cash if you want to buy dessert from our Senior Volleyball Girls team. Our senior volleyball girls’ team will be selling baked goods during the dinner. You are all invited to join us! Truth and Reconciliation Gathering Thank you to everyone who attended and participated in our gathering last Wednesday. We thank Elder Annie Bernard and Elder Roger Ellis for sharing their stories with us. School Photos Picture Day is today, Tuesday October 1st and Wednesday October 2nd. Students in grades 10, 11 and 12 will be on Tuesday, and students in grade 8 and 9 will be on Wednesday. Forms and Fees You should have received forms in the mail regarding school fees. We respectfully ask that you pay fees promptly through cheque, cash or e-transfer [email protected]. In addition, those who return all completed forms by October 11th 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. Food Drive The Whitehorse Schools Food Drive is coming up on Wednesday October 16th. This Food Drive provides students TWO opportunities to get service-learning hours, by:
StFA Clothing Store 2024/2025 Thursday October 3rd is the last day to order at https://urstore.ca/group/stfa-bts-and-volleyball-shop. All items will be shipped to the school, so you won't need to pay any shipping fees. This will be the only clothing sale this year (outside of sport sales) and a portion of sales will go towards supporting St. Francis activities, so get your items now! Orders must be received by October 3rd or we will not be able to process any orders after the deadline. Grad Fundraiser The Grads will be hosting a craft fair on December 14th as a fundraiser. The Christmas Craft Fair will be held here at the school. Grads will also run a concession near the gym, with food and drink for purchase. Please click here for further information if you would like to be a vendor or if you know of someone who may be interested. Please do not hesitate to call the school at 667-5901 if you have any questions or concerns. Join us on Instagram @stfrancisyukon. Blessings, The St. Francis of Assisi Admin Team, Alethea Wallace, Principal; Mia Ouellette, Vice-Principal; Tanner Cassidy, Vice Principal |
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