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 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 benchmark assessments on Tuesday of this week and next for grades 8 and 9 students. Survey Students will be asked to complete a wellness survey on Thursday. This survey is for staff to gather the opinions of students on various aspects of school services. 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. Confirmation A reminder to families of students who would like to take part in Confirmation preparation. The classes start Monday, October 16th in the CYO Hall at 6:30 pm. The student books, parent guides and registration forms will be available for those who need them. 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]. Cafeteria The cafeteria is no open. There are breakfast options available and lunch meals are $8. Please click here to see this week’s menu. Clubs and Athletics Please visit our school website for club information and schedule of events. 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 St. Francis Update
Week of October 9th to October 13th 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 Stefan for the sauce, and for the generous donations from YFNED; 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 8th to 14th 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 “Cooking Safety Starts with 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 Open House on Wednesday, November 29th @ 7:00 pm. It will be in person at the school. Teachers will be on hand on November 29th to answer questions students and parents may have, students are encouraged to visit each program that they may be interested in applying to. We will also be holding a Virtual Open House on Monday, December 4th for rural students and those who are unable to make it on November 29th. The Zoom link and time will be sent closer to Monday, December 4th. 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 29th
November 14th – 17th High School Presentations ** November 29th Open House December 4th Virtual Open House January 29th Applications Due February 14th Interviews to be complete by February 21st Program offer letters out (email) à after 5:00 pm February 26th Students must accept, or decline offer by March 4th Information out to schools – WSC programs for 2024 – 2025 ** Program teachers will be reaching out to schedule presentations at each High School. If you have any questions or need clarification, please don’t hesitate to contact me. Kris Bruneau, Administrator. Wood Street Center. 867-667-8413. Cafeteria The cafeteria is now open. There are breakfast options available and lunch meals are $8. Please click here to see this week’s menu. Clubs and Athletics Please visit our school website for club information and schedule of events. 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 St. Francis Update
Week of October 2nd to October 6th 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. Truth and Reconciliation Liturgy Thank you to everyone who attended and participated in our Liturgy last Friday. We thank Roger Ellis for sharing his story with us. St. Francis Feast and Celebration On Wednesday 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 and some enjoyable music 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. School Photos Picture Day is on Thursday October 5 and Friday October 6. Students with the last name A-L will be on Thursday, and students with the last name M-Z will be on Friday. 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 6th 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 Thursday October 12th. This Food Drive provides students TWO opportunities to get service-learning hours, by:
Welding Club at YukonU Youth Moving Mountains is an after-school club designed for girls and non-binary participants to learn welding techniques while creating their own creative masterpieces. October 19 – December 14, 2023, from 3:30 – 7:00 pm. If you are interested, please click here to see the poster or email [email protected]. StFA Clothing Store 2023/2024 Order at https://urstore.ca/group/st-francis-assisi-pop-up by October 9th. 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 9th 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 16th as a fundraiser. The Christmas Craft Fair will be held here at the school. Grads will also run a hot chocolate/baked goods canteen and a ‘consignment’ clothing pop-up. Please click here for further information if you would like to be a vendor or if you know of someone who may be interested. Cafeteria The cafeteria is now open. There are breakfast options available and lunch meals are $8. Please click here to see this week’s menu. Clubs and Athletics Please visit our school website for club information and schedule of events. 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 Prayer on Orange Shirt Day
Vibrant God Your creation explodes with the colours of the rainbow Your peoples reveal the beauty of diversity We remember today when the joy and dignity of a precious child was destroyed. We lament today for the childhoods lost through the residential school system. We mourn for the spirits crushed and the futures compromised. Celebrate the hope and joy of every child Tell the stories of resistance that make us stronger Build the bonds of solidarity to ensure “never again” In the name of the one who was child among us Amen. Liturgy and Orange Shirt Day On Friday we will have our Truth and Reconciliation Liturgy at 10 am. Students are also encouraged to wear orange shirts to remember and honour the children who attended Residential Schools. Our school has also raised the Every Child Matters flag for Truth and Reconciliation Week. Sexual Education Letter Please click here to see a letter from Yukon Education that describes the sexual health curriculum in Yukon Schools. This letter can also be found on our website here. Informal Reports Informal Reports and Behaviors for Success will be going home this week. Some teachers are sending emails, and some will send their report in the mail. St. Francis Feast and Celebration Save the Date!! On Wednesday October 4, our feast to celebrate St. Francis will occur at 5:00 pm in the cafeteria. You are all invited to join us. Catechesis There is catechesis for adults and parents presented by the Catholic Diocese of Whitehorse this year: Called to Love: Education in the Faith, and Vocation within the Family. If you would like more information, please click here. Sacramental Preparation Confirmation classes will begin on October 16, from 6:30-8:00pm at the CYO hall. If you would like more information, please attend the Parent Information Session on September 25 at 7:00 pm (tonight!) at the CYO Hall at Sacred Heart Cathedral. Student Clubs and Athletics Please visit our website for information on Clubs and Activities that we are offering this year. In addition, Saint Francis Athletics are also outlined on this page. Please click here for more information. 4 Day Weeks A reminder that September 30th is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. There is no school on Monday October 2nd. The following week, Monday October 9th is Thanksgiving Day, there is no school then either. 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 Confirmation Parent Information Session is on Monday, September 25, at 7:00pm at Sacred Heart Cathedral CYO Hall. If you would like more information, please click here.
Please see the attached letter which outlines where families and students can find more information on the Yukon's sexual health curriculum, and how to get more information if needed. The letter highlights the department of education's Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Policy that all Yukon schools follow and clarifies what the SOGI 123 program is.
Dear St. Francis of Assisi students and families,
God of my Life, thank you for your presence with me this week, in the times that were easy and the times that were hard. Guide me to a period of rest that I might preside with you, recharge my batteries, and prepare to again do the work you are calling me to do next week. This I pray in your holy and true name. Amen. Field Trips Teachers are planning many Off-site experiential activities for this semester. Please look out for any field trip forms that students may bring home, and promptly fill them in, sign them and return them to the school. The Terry Fox Run will take place this Wednesday; please remind students to dress for the weather! Run for Theo A family in our community is going through a difficult ordeal. Theo, the son of a CSSC Mercier teacher, has been diagnosed with cancer; the same type of cancer as Terry Fox. He is currently in Vancouver for treatment. With the approval and support of the Terry Fox Foundation, CSSS Mercier has decided to support this family with a fundraiser entirely dedicated to them. If you would like to help, you can contribute by etransfer to [email protected], indicating "Run for Théo". You can also contribute to the Terry Fox Foundation in support of cancer research at https://terryfox.org/ Cafeteria Our cafeteria will be open for breakfast (morning break) as of next Monday September 25th. Students will be able to pay by cash or by debit. In a few weeks, lunch service will start again. Grade 8 Parent Information Night We will be facilitating a presentation for grade 8 parents at Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic Secondary on Wednesday September 27th at 6:30 in the Learning Commons (Library). This information session is in person and for grade 8 parents/guardians only. In this information session we will:
Period Products Menstrual products are a basic and essential need to ensure a person’s full participation in school, work and society. As part of a previous commitment by Indigenous Services Minister Patty Hajdu to ensure menstrual products be made available equitably and free of charge, various menstrual products, including pads, tampons, and menstrual cups have been distributed to schools across the Yukon. St. Francis has these products available in the office, and in the girls’ bathrooms. Thank you to CYFN and all of the people behind the scenes who worked together to provide these products for our students. Growing in Faith, Growing in Christ Growing in Faith is a religious education program that is being taught in Catholic schools. It is published by Pearson and created by the Catholic Bishops of Ontario, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and NWT. It is a rich resource based on solid instructional pedagogy to support teachers in the delivery of Catholic faith curriculum. If you would like to know more about this program, you may access the digital resources by logging in with the following credentials: www.pearsoncanada.ca/growinginfaith/parish username: cke_parish password: Religion1 (*Password is case sensitive) Sacramental Preparation Confirmation classes will begin on October 16, from 6:30-8:00pm at the CYO hall. If you would like more information, please attend the Parent Information Session on September 25 at 7:00 pm at the CYO Hall at Sacred Heart Cathedral. CEAY The Catholic Education Association of Yukon will be having its annual general meeting on Wednesday, September 27 at 7:00 pm in the CYO Hall. There will be mass at 6:00 pm in the Cathedral for anyone who can attend. All are welcome. If you are interested in supporting our school councils and how we work together with the other schools, please come if you are available. St. Francis Clubs and Athletics Please visit our website to see our student calendar and current meeting times for clubs/activities/athletics. 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 Dear St. Francis of Assisi students and families,
Cafeteria The cafeteria is closed this week due to unforeseen circumstances. We would like to thank YFNED Nutrition for providing meals for our students in need during this time. Student Clubs and Athletics Please visit our website for information on Clubs and Activities that we are offering this year. In addition, Saint Francis Athletics are also outlined on this page. Please click here for more information. St. Francis Clothing The St. Francis Volleyball clothing store is now open at https://urstore.ca/group/stfa-volleyball-shop. All orders must be received by September 17th. A portion of sales will go towards supporting St. Francis Athletics. Please note the following: -All items will be shipped directly to St. Francis after the closing date, which means that no shipping charges will apply. -If you wish to order something as a surprise/gift for a student please contact Tanner Cassidy by email at [email protected] after you've placed your order so that he can arrange for you to pick up the item when it arrives. If not notified, all order will be given directly to the students upon arrival. -You may also contact Tanner Cassidy if unable to pay by credit card to make alternative arrangements for ordering. -If you wish to add a last name customization, follow the instructions provided on the website -There will be another merchandise opportunity in the next month that will have St. Francis branded items not specifically related to volleyball if that is of more interest to you or your child. Digital Media The promoting healthy screen use in school-aged children and adolescents webinar will take place on September 18. The topics that will be covered include using social and digital media and the impacts on both physical and mental health. If you interested in attending, please click here for more information. Confirmation and Youth Group Parents of Grade 8 students who would like to register for the Confirmation preparation program through Sacred Heart Cathedral are encouraged to attend the information session on September 25 at 7:00 pm at the CYO Hall. Youth on Fire youth group for grades 5 to 8 begins on Friday September 29 at CKES. Please click here for more details. 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 |
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