St. Francis Update April 21 - 25

​Dear St. Francis of Assisi students and families,
 
With sorrow and thankfulness, we join the Church and the world in mourning the passing of our Holy Father, Pope Francis, on Easter Monday — a day enveloped by the light of the Resurrection. A shepherd with a heart for the lost and a voice for the marginalized, Pope Francis dedicated his life to making the love of Christ known to all.
From his first call to embrace the joy of the Gospel to his unwavering commitment to mercy and evangelization, his papacy was a reminder that the Church does not exist for itself but for the world.
As we grieve, we also rejoice in the hope of Easter and give thanks for the witness of his life and his courage. In this moment of transition, we entrust him to the loving arms of the Father and pray for the College of Cardinals as they prepare to discern his successor.
 
Prayer
In the name of the Father, and of the Son,
and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Lord God,
you chose Pope Francis to be shepherd over the Church
and to serve you as the Vicar of your Son Jesus.
Welcome him into the glory of your kingdom
and grant him the eternal reward of a faithful servant.
May his teachings and examples continue to nourish and inspire our faith
and may his intercession continue to benefit all peoples of the world.
Through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
In the name of the Father, and of the Son,
and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
 
Parents of Grade 11 Students
Every year, the grad class participates in a Grad Mass which is followed by a reception. Traditionally, grade 11 families help with some decorating and providing snacks. If you are a parents of a grade 11 student, please consider providing a baked good or snack (ie. fruit tray) for the reception that will take place at the CYO Hall on May 28th. If you are able to provide something, or are able to help with some set-up and decor that evening, please email Mr. Cassidy at [email protected]
 
Student Funding Programs
Tuesday, April 29 at 6:30pm  
Grade 12 students - the Yukon Government Student Funding Programs is coming to the Learning Commons to share information about the Yukon Grant, Student Training Allowance, and Canada Student Financial Assistance. Please attend if you would like to learn about these opportunities to assist you in funding your post-secondary future.
 
Free Research Databases, Books, French Books, Comics, Graphic Novels, Audio Books All For YOU!
Students have access to free, excellent research databases to use anytime at home or school with their Rapid Identity credentials: student [email protected] and a password.  If a password reset is required, contact [email protected]. When logged into Rapid ID, go to the "digital resources" tile.
Rapid ID  - Office 365 - allows students home access to documents and projects that they have worked on at school. Ensure that you are logged into your account so that your work is saved.
Lastly, Rapid ID gives students a chance to find great e-books, comic books, graphic novels, picture books, French books, magazine and audio books for all grade levels through the SORA app.  Features include:  a built-in e-book reader, an audiobook player, a leveled reading collection, and a running tally of time spent reading and numbers of books read.  Questions? Just ask teacher - librarian Valerie Ireland: [email protected]
 
School Council Secretary-Treasurer
St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Secondary School Council is seeking a Secretary-Treasurer to assist this council with its duties.  The Secretary-Treasurer will:

• ensure notifications of special meetings are sent out or posted;

• record minutes of all meetings and post approved minutes to the school website;

• ensure the safekeeping of all documents and financial records of the School Council;

• ensure all funds of the School Council are properly accounted for;

• disperse funds as authorized by the School Council; report on all receipts and disbursements at meetings; and prepare the financial records and books for annual audit. 

The position usually requires 4-5 hours per month of time and includes a stipend of $150/month.  Applicants do not have to meet the requirements of electors (ie., Canadian citizenship, over 18, and resident in the attendance area) to serve in this position.  While not serving as a voting member of the council, the secretary-treasurer is able to participate and contribute to discussions at council meetings.
 
Catholic Education Association of Yukon
The CEAY website is a good place to find information about, and resources to show your support for Catholic Education in the Yukon. Visit https://www.ceayukon.ca/ for more information.
 
Important Dates 
April 23 – PLC  
April 28 – Federal Election in the gym from 7:00am – 7:00pm
April 29 – Yukon Grant Presentation – 6.30pm
April 30 – x-block is 5 
May 5 – PD Day, No School for students
May 7 – x-block is 7
May 14 – PLC  
May 16 – Day in Lieu – No School
May 19 – Victoria Day – No School
May 21 – x-block is 8
May 28 – PLC, Grad Mass and Reception
May 30 – Grad Cap and Gown Convocation
May 31 – Prom
June 4 – x-block is 8
June 2 to 6 – Review Week
June 9 to 13 – Exam 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