St. Francis Weekly Email May 27-31

Dear St. Francis of Assisi students and families,
 
To recognize Jesus in the world, people need to see him through us and our words and actions.  We need to reflect on what it means to be cooperative contributors to our communities. This means, that we are helpful in our homes, friendships, classrooms, teams, and with other groups working for worthy causes. 

Let us pray:
God, your Gospel of Life calls us to work 
in communion with one another 
as we help build Your Kingdom. 
Lord, help us to find meaning and dignity in the works we do. 
Open our ears to hear your voice clearly 
Open our eyes to see your beauty in all 
Open our minds so our understanding 
may break down walls of fear and prejudice. 
Bless our schools and communities 
as places of friendship 
as places of belonging 
and as places of welcome
where everyone feels safe 
where everyone has a place 
where all are united in You, dear God. 
As members of one family in Jesus we continue our day in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. 
 
SkillsCanada
The Territorial Skills Competition that took place on May 2, 2024 also served as a qualifier for the National Skills Competition, as a result Team Yukon has competitors participating in Nationals, in many different trade areas! The team is made up of high school students, and apprentices, with some folks just starting their trade this year and others who have been involved for years. St. Francis has six students who are competing. If you would like to watch the live stream of the competition, it will be on the Skills Canada YouTube channel May 30 and 31 live from Québec, QC.
 
Locker Clean-up
The last day of classes is June 7! All students will be required to clean out their lockers on or before Friday June 7th. Lockers will not be available for use during exams.
 
Exam Schedule
The schedule for exams is now posted on the school website. Please click here. If there are any conflicts – for example, you are scheduled for two exams at the same time – please see Ms. Ouellette so that we can arrange a different time.
 
Braeburn Summer Camp
Braeburn Lake Summer Camp needs male counsellors aged 16 or older to join our team this summer! If you enjoy the outdoors and want to make a positive impact on Yukon youth, apply now! You'll help lead activities like canoeing and crafts and create a supportive environment for campers.
Counsellors will be paid $500 per week for the following camp sessions:

• Youth Leadership Camp: June 23 - June 28 (mandatory staff training)
• PeeWee/Junior Camp 1: July 1 - July 4
• PeeWee/Junior Camp 2: July 7 - July 11
• Junior/Teen Camp: July 14 - July 19
• There might be an additional camp week ending July 26, depending on camper numbers.

For a complete description of the counsellor position, click here.
We're also seeking males aged 13-15 for our Counsellors-in-Training program. This role offers valuable volunteer experience and helps you develop leadership skills. For a complete description of the CIT position, click here.
To apply:

• 13-15 years old: Fill out this CIT application form and email it to [email protected] and [email protected]
• 16 or older: Email your resume and cover letter to [email protected] and [email protected]

Don't miss out on this rewarding opportunity! Apply now and join us for a fun summer at Braeburn Lake Summer Camp.

Best regards,

Naomi Dedon
Camp Director 2024
Braeburn Lake Summer Camp
 
Letter to Young People
The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) published a Pastoral Letter to Young People which was inspired by Pope Francis’ Post-Synodal Exhortation to Young People, Christus vivit. We are pleased to let you know that there is now available a User's Guide to help facilitate reflection on this pastoral letter. 
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The CCCB’s Pastoral Letter to Young People invites young Catholics in Canada to live their faith in an extraordinary way, encouraging them to strive toward holiness, and assuring them of the steadfast support and accompaniment of their Bishops along their individual journeys of faith.  
You can find both the Pastoral Letter and the new User Guide in English and in French, along with suggested activities, on the CCCB webpage at https://www.cccb.ca/faith-moral-issues/family-and-life/documents-activities-proposed-cccb/pastoral-letter-to-young-people/
 
**Eight more days of class – Exam Week is June 10th to 13th**
 
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, Principal and Mia Ouellette, Vice-Principal