St. Francis Update

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