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A Special Prayer for Father
God, bless all the fathers in the world. Guide them to be good role models and loving to all their children. Help them to be a father like You are. Give them grace and
patience to handle situations in a loving way. Amen
June 2019
Four weeks to go! It is amazing that another school year is about to end. Our year is full of fond memories ‐ memories of success, happy times, and great friendships. For planning purposes please let the school know if you are moving and not attending St. John XXIII next year. This information is important to help us plan for the next school year. We will have a mini newsletter the last week of June with more information about next year and our web site will be updated throughout June.
There are many important dates to remember in June. On June 7th we will be celebrating our grade 9 Farewell. Mass will be held at St. Thomas More Church at 7:00 p.m. with a reception to follow. Our year end school mass will be on June 13th at St. Thomas More Parish starting at 10:30 a.m. All Parents/Guardians and extended family members are invited to join us as we celebrate mass together. Parents are also invited to the last” One Voice” session June 6th.
Please check the June calendar at the end of the newsletter for other important dates and exam schedules in what looks to be a very busy month of June. The last day of school is Thursday, June 28th which is a short day. The final eReportcards will be available for viewing on June 28th at 3:00 p.m.
Michael Kovacs Kathleen Korner Nella Funaro Principal Assistant Principal Assistant Principal
Fine Arts and Music News
Fine Arts Night
OnMay16th,St.JohnXXIIIhelditsThirdAnnualFineArtsNightattheschool.Thestudentsworkedveryhardthroughouttheyearproducingvariousprojects,andtheywereeagertosharetheirfinestfinishedproducts.Throughouttheschool,St.JohnXXIIIcommunitymembersobservedartworkfrombothstudentsandteachers,witnessedliveperformances,tookpicturesusingthevarietyofphotobooths,engagedthemselvesinstations(self‐portraits,architecture,lighttable,breakoutboxes,etc.),sharedtheirideasontheArtis...graffitiwall,andvisitedthevariousbooths(BandStand,EdmontonPublicLibraryRiverbend,WindermereMusicAcademy,MadewithLovebyLynn,andElegantWoods)locatedinthesmallgymnasium.
Thisyear,theschoolsoldstudent‐madecardstoraisemoneyfortheSignofHopeCampaign.Overall,$220willbegoingtowardstheSignofHope.Lastly,thankyoutothefollowingorganizationsforyourkinddonationsforourraffleprizes:SNAPPrintShop,ScholarsChoice,MadewithLovebyLynn,ElegantWoods,ToonCandy,3rdStreetBeat,andWindermereMusicAcademy.
Breaking Out With a POP
Students and their families had a chance to try a breakout box at this year’s Fine Arts Night. A breakout box is like a reverse escape room; instead of trying to get out of a room, you are trying to get into a box. The theme of this breakout was Pop Art and using visual clues and artwork families tried to solve three different locks, a 3 digit‐number lock, a word lock and a directional lock. Students are using breakout boxes in the classroom as review for content area, additional skill practice, as well as working on problem solving and collaboration skills. Here are some of the groups that managed to “break out.”
Mascot Reveal
It’s now official…St. John XXII school teams will now officially be known as the “Silverbacks!” Our new mascot was revealed to the students on May 9 during a special ceremony in the gym. The school had a special ceremony complete with special guest DJ Edz Zigga Zigi running the music, a flash mob of dancers welcomed a real‐life Silverback break thought a banner to reveal to the school our news member! The Silverback is the smartest, toughest king of the jungle and form now on it will represent the strength and determination of all our sport teams.
Go Silverback go!!!!!!
St. John XXIII Athletics
ForthesecondyearourTrackandFieldDaytookonanOlympictheme.Studentsweredividedintothirteenteamswitheachjuniorhighteacherleadingateamandgivenacountrytorepresent.Toincreaseschoolspiritaroundthistheme,therewasanopeningceremonyandpointsawardedtoathletesandtheircountriesbasedoncostume,teamchantandteamsong.Thenonthedayofourtrackandfieldevent,studentsreceivedpointsbasedonhowstudentplacedineachevent.Eventuallyagrandchampionwaschosenbycombiningallthepointsawarded.
Below are the prizes for the results.
1st place: Italy-Pizza 🍕/ pop lunch sponsored by Panago.
2nd place: China-Donuts 🍩 sponsored by Brandt Tractor Limited.
3rd place: Argentina-Popsicle's 🍡 sponsored by Imperial Building Services
Trophies and team awards were also sponsored by Imperial Building Services and Brown Butter Café.
The school held their track and field day on May 17th. The top athletes in each event competed during the zone track meet on May 29th.
Zone Meet Results On May 29th, St. John XXIII track and field atheltes competed in the ECSD Zone meet at Rollie Miles field. We had 26 stduents advance to the city final meet which will be held on June 10th. Special congratulations go to our junior boys and girls relay teams who handily won their races at the end of the day. We were competing against several of the biggest schools in the district and for our school to win relay races against them was very impressive. (Above is our two junior teams coming across the finishing line in first!) Thanks to all the coaches who have been training the students before and after school as well as at lunch recess. Training will continue daily right up the finals.
Good luck to all our athletes in the City Finals!
Drama Production
St. John XXIII held its first ever JH musical on May 30th! Junior high students performed in a production called the "The Big Bad Musical". The official performance took place on the evening of the 30th, and there were also two dress rehearsals during the day so that students could watch the production.
PLAY SYNOPSIS
A courtroom has never been more lively and fun than in The Big Bad Musical! The jury — the audience — must decide the outcome of the biggest trial ever in the fairy‐tale world! The notorious Big Bad Wolf is being slapped with a class‐action lawsuit by storybooks of quirky characters who want to get even: Little Red Riding Hood, her Grandmother, the Three Little Pigs and the Shepherd in charge of the Boy Who Cried Wolf. With a news reporter as the commentator on live Court TV, the greatest legal minds in the Enchanted Forest — the Evil Stepmothers and the Fairy Godparents — clash in a trial that will be remembered forever after.
The production was tremendous success. Thank you, Miss Vanderhelm and Mrs. George, for directing the show and to all the students who put on such a great production.
First Day of School 2019-2020
The first day of school is Tuesday, September 3rd for students in grades one through nine. Kindergarten staggered entry is communicated directly to each family. Teachers will meet their students at the classroom doors as we begin the morning. Registration and payment of fees will be processed in September. Further information will be sent home in the September. The school office will open on August 26th.
Textbook and Library Book Roundup
Please check your child’s home learning space for any resources which belong to St. John XXIII. This enables us to select new resources for our students by not spending dollars on resources we have already purchased. If any books are damaged or lost, a note of damage/loss with payment attached will be discussed and given to students.
St. Thomas Parish News
Confirmation Our Confirmation program is for anyone who will be in Grade 7 – 12 in September 2019. Preparation classes will take place from September to November, and registration is in June! For information and the registration form, go to our website: www.stmparish.com or stop by the Church!
Contact: Sara Dmitri ‐Youth Evangelization Coordinator at the STM Parish Office [email protected] or 780‐434‐6313 ext. 223
Confirmation Masses will be held on November 18th at 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM.
Please see the attachments sent along with this newsletter for registration forms.
First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion
Congratulations to the following students that will celebrate the sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion this May/June.
Mackenzie d.l.C, Teresa Gartner, Isabel S., Adam F., Aysha R., Eoghan M., Ella M., Samantha P., Charlotte S., Kie W., Alman B., Harjot G., Juliana B., Cassidy M., Sebastian M-R., Sophie Q., Neema S., Savannah Z., Nicholas S., Maharlika S., Mya L., Lucas L., Ella P., Luca M., Ryckard M., Gabriel H., Savary K., Zachary B., Victoria K., Owen M., Thomas M., Anika P., Tessa J., Philipe C., Leonardo H., Sydney d-F., Amilya d-G., Denise M., Alexa P., Mackenzie P.
Appropriate Student Dress Reminder
Our Students and staff are expected to maintain a responsible, appropriate, and modest standard of dress throughout the school year. Families are asked to use good judgment regarding printed slogans and style of dress. As a matter of respect, student hats are not to be worn in the building. As the weather becomes warmer, we would like to pass on a friendly reminder for students to dress appropriately and in a responsible fashion. Inappropriate attire includes:
Unhemmed cut‐off shorts, short shorts, mini‐skirts, or dresses that are above mid‐thigh.
Halter tops, spaghetti strap tops, beachwear tops or tops that insufficiently cover the upper‐body or undergarments.
Bare midriffs (shirts should be long enough to be tucked in or should cover the waistband of pants or skirts), clothing with plunging necklines or backless clothing.
T‐shirts or articles of clothing with inappropriate slogans. We ask that parents assist their children in making clothing choices that are appropriate for the school learning environment.
Grade 9 Farewell
The activities for our grade 9 farewell will take place on June 7th . We will be having a fieldtrip to Snow Valley
Ariel Park as a year‐end activity for our grade 9 students. We have reserved a picnic site at Snow Valley so that
we can have a picnic BBQ lunch. Lunch will include hamburgers, beverages, and snacks. Then in the evening there
will be a special mass in honor of our grade 9 students.
MASS @ St. Thomas More Parish
Friday, June 7th
@ 7:00 pm
We will celebrate our students’ successes with a special mass dedicated to them at St. Thomas More Parish. Following the mass, we will have a class photo, then a desert reception in the hall of the church. Everyone is welcome to attend: parents, grandparents, and siblings. We look forward to celebrating with you and your child!
Lost and Found Items
Please be reminded to drop by our Lost and Found Boxes when you are next in the school. It is filled to the brim with unclaimed clothing! All contents of the boxes that are still unclaimed will be donated to a charity after June 28th.
Chaplain Corner
As the year ends, we will still be making time to celebrate two more important masses. On the evening of Friday, June 7th, we will be having a special farewell mass for our grade 9 students and their families. We will take this opportunity to wish those students luck as they get ready to enter into high school.
On Thursday, June 13th we are celebrating our year‐end mass as a whole school. The mass will take place at St. Thomas More Parish at 10:00 a.m. All are welcome to attend!
Thank you to everyone who has contributed to this year of nurturing and growth. May you walk with God this summer in whatever you do and wherever you go. Have a very blessed summer break!
2019-2020 Kindergarten Registration
Kindergarten registration forms for the 2019‐2020 school year are currently available in the office and online. Please note, we offer a HALF DAY Kindergarten Program at St. John XXIII.
If you are interested in our program for next September, please stop by our office to pick up a registration package or call the office at 780‐469‐2451. Your child must be 5 years of age on or before March 1, 2020 to register.
Due to our limited space, we will only be accepting Catholic, in our Catchment area students for the 2019‐2020 school year.
Report Cards
Please note, eReport Cards will be available through PowerSchool online for students in Gr. 1‐9 at 3 p.m. on Friday, June 28th.
Junior High Exam Schedule
June 18 Last Day of Regular Classes for Junior High Locker Clean-up All materials, including gym clothes, must be brought home. Please ensure that your child has extra bags to carry home materials.
June 20 Study periods/ Flex Timetable June 21 Aboriginal Day
J H Fun Day @ Rundle Park June 17 June 19 June 24 June 25 June 26
Junior High Grade 7, 8, 9 Exam Schedule
French Language Arts - Part B Science Final Exams Social Studies Final Exams English Language Arts Part B Math Final Exams ALL EXAMS 9:00am-10:30am
All students are expected to be at school at 8:45am Should a student require extra time, they may have until 11:30am. Students will not be dismissed before 10:30am. Afternoon – No regular classes
June 27 No Classes for Junior High/Make up exams if necessary
June 28 No classes for Junior High/ Report Card available on PowerSchool at 3:00 p.m.
School Supplies
Dear Parents/Guardians: Your kindergarten teachers at École St. John XXIII are excited to offer you the opportunity to purchase your school supplies through School Start for the 2019/2020 school year. This process will save you both time and money. There are a few simple steps to ensure your child will receive standardized brand name products (specified by each teacher).
Your school is eligible to receive $5/kit back!
1. We will be sending you a specific grade level supply list order form.
2. This order form has a Starter Package (consumable items) as well as a list of other Required Items. The Required Items are mandatory by each teacher; they include items such as pencil cases, sharpeners, and calculators. These products do not need to be purchased on a year to year basis if you already have them.
3. How to place your order:
a) You can place your order online at www.schoolstart.ca. Visa & MasterCard are accepted.
Place your order online in May or June and you will automatically be
entered for a chance to win a $1000 cash draw!
When using e-commerce sites, please ensure your browser is Internet Explorer 10.0 or later, Firefox or Chrome
4. Late orders will be accepted online until October 1, 2019 (a $5 late fee will be applied after August 1, 2019).
5. The supplies will be packaged and delivered directly to your house. If you have a P.O. box please
use your 911 address. Because the kit (s) are delivered to your home, you will have the ability to:
Pre-label your child’s supplies Add supplies to your order for your child in another school
If you have any questions, please contact School Start:
[email protected] Ph: 1-800-580-1868 Fax: 1-800-580-1890
One Voice
Our theme for the month of May/June has been: “Walk Humbly”. We have been learning about obeying God’s commands and to walk in his ways. As we only have one more One Voice session this year, parents are invited to join!
June 6th ‐ Final One Voice of the Year (Liturgical Dancers will be performing!) Grades 4‐6‐ 9:05‐9:40 Grades 1‐3‐ 9:40‐10:15
Choir
The choir will be performing one final time when they lead the music ministry at our year‐end mass on June 13th at St Thomas More Church. We would like to thank you and our AMAZING choir members for their diligence, commitment and efforts this year. It has been an absolute BLAST singing with your children! May you have a blessed rest of your year and a wonderful summer! We hope to have your child join us for choir when we start up again in the fall! Thank you!!! Ms. Wourms and Mrs. Zuberbuhler
Spring Concert
On May 23rd the grade 6‐9 students performed in our Third Annual Spring Band Concert. From May 21st‐23rd the grade 8 and 9 students participated in a school clinic with Adam Mason to prepare for the show. Dr. Adam Mason, a professor and Percussionist from the University of Lethbridge was here help facilitate both Japanese Taiko Drumming, and Steel Drumming! Adam is a world‐renowned percussionist and master educator. The students shared their newly acquired skills at the music showcase on May 23rd at our Third Annual Spring Band Concert. Thank you, Mrs. Scott and all the student, for putting on another wonderful show!
Parent Appreciation
On May 28th the staff from St. John XXIII school had a special treat for our parents. The staff were out in full force providing coffee and cookies to parents as they dropped off their children at school. Thank you, parents, for all the volunteer hours you provide to our school to enrich the educational exercise of our students.
Staff Appreciation
On May 30 the parents served a wonderful lunch to the staff of St. John XXIII school. There was a great variety of food and desserts that the staff enjoyed. It was such a treat to have such a nice lunch. Thank you to all of our parents who contributed to the lunch. Special thanks to Teresa Fathi Afshar for coordinating the luncheon.
Library News
Thanks to dedicated volunteer Jolaine Martin, and her helpers, the St. John XXIII library now has 5000 books which are ready to be checked out and taken home by students. She is continuing to add about 100‐200 books per week including those purchased with Book Fair funds. Thank you for your time and commitment to our school!
Playground News
Playground News Our community playground is coming soon to St. John XXIII. An interactive playground is being constructed at this moment. The school predicts the park will be finished in the near future. The construction workers resumed working after the winter season. The ground preparation and foundation of the park has been built by Grasshoppers Construction and the equipment was supplied by Burke Equipment. The park is built for the community, St. John XXlll students, and Constable Daniel Woodall students who haven’t had a park for three years and are so excited to finally get one. The construction started last summer but permits and drainage pipes delayed the process. The eco‐friendly city building planner assigned to the park development decided to make the sub‐floor foundation out of old recycled tires creating a soft rubber ground. The rest of the park floor will be covered in wood chips. The grounds look amazing already, so stop by and check out how the new playground is coming together! There is something for everyone! The students can’t wait to play on our new park! Written by: Eden O. Grade 5
Transportation News
Newsletter(April–June)
TransportationInformationforSeptember2019
TransportationServices:Hours:Mon‐Fri7:15AM–5:00PMThursday7:15‐4:00PMPhone:7804416078Email:[email protected]–TuesdaySeptember3rd.ThedeadlineforTransportationApplicationsisFridayMay22nd.ApplicationsreceivedafterMay22ndwillnotbesetupforthefirstdayofschoolHowwillIbenotifiedifIamnoteligiblefortransportation?Yourschoolshallcontactyou.Goingintograde1Ifyourchildiscurrentlyinhalfdaykindergartenwithnoonhourserviceandyouareeligiblefortransportationingrade1pleasecompleteandsubmitaTransportationApplicationFormbyMay22ndtoensurethatbussingisinplaceforthefirstdayofschool.Addressorcontactchanges.UsetheTransportationChangeFormforchanges(cancellation,homeaddress,daycare,phoneand/oremailaddress).Thisformisavailableatyourchild’sschooland/ortheDistrictwebsiteatwww.ecsd.net.CancellingTransportationEmailtransportationservices@ecsd.nettocancelbussingifyounolongerneedtransportationforSeptember.HowwillIbenotifiedabouttransportation?Anautomatedcall/emailwillgooutonFridaynightatapproximately6:00pmaboutpossiblechangestoyourchild’sbusroute.Youcangotoyourparentportalandyourchild’stransportationinformationisavailablewiththeeffectivedate.PleasecontactyourschooltoobtainyourloginandpasswordtoyourParentPortal.CurbServiceTransportationIfyourchildiscurrentlyattendingorwillbeattendingaspecificprograminthedistrict,whereCurbServicetransportationisprovided;aCurbServiceTransportationformmustbecompletedandsignedbytheConsultant,PrincipalandParent.Pleasecontactyourschool.FirstRidersEvent–ThursdayAug22ndThiseventisforfirsttimebusridersandforthosestudentsgoingtousetheETS.Itisfreeandisveryinformational.
Transportation/April–JuneNewsletter
Counselor Corner
TIPS FOR TEST TAKING
THE NIGHT BEFORE…
Obviously, review what you have already learned. Do not get on the phone just before bed and discuss the exam with a classmate. Stop review and all studying 30 minutes before bed, take a hot bath/shower and watch
something on TV, listen to relaxing music or read a novel. Get everything you need the next day ready the night before to prevent panic in the AM. Be aware of your trigger – plan activities and arrival at the exam with these things in mind. If necessary, practice catching negative thoughts and turning them around (eg. “I’m going
to fail this exam” “I am well prepared and will do my best!”) In bed, practice box breathing. Single most beneficial thing you can do get some sleep (increases memory capacity).
SHORTLY BEFORE…
Practice box breathing. If your exam is in the morning, DO NOT EVER (NO MATTER HOW DESPERATE) cram just
before the exam. If your exam is in the afternoon, you may do a brief review first thing in the morning, and
then LEAVE YOUR NOTES ALONE. Quit morning review within 2.5 to 3 hours of the exam. Avoid like the plague anxious classmates or being a helpful listener to someone who is
freaking out. Anxiety can be contagious. Do YOU really want to be a sympathetic friend more than you want to do well on the test?
DURING…
Always do the easy questions first and the ones you are confident in. Check your body – box breathing halfway through if necessary. Only change answers if you are absolutely sure of yourself (eg. Read the question wrong) Force yourself to slow down if you feel careless or are rushing. Avoid looking around the room and making assumptions about how others are doing.
AFTER…
Do something nice for yourself as a reward for doing your best. Do not discuss the exam questions in detail afterwards – what’s done is done! Wait to get
the paper back and focus on finding answers for any errors. Learn and move on. If you don’t do as well as hoped, remember – EXAMS DO NOT DEFINE WHO YOU ARE OR
WHAT YOU WILL BE.
STAY Newsletter
Message from Archbishop Smith
Dear Friends, In the season of Easter our hearts turn to reflect on Christ’s death and resurrection. “He was raised on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures” (1 Corinthians 15:4). The students who attend our Catholic schools can help us understand the resurrected life of Jesus more deeply. Pope Francis assures us that Christ, who “wants to make us sharers in the new life of the resurrection,” is “the true youthfulness of a world grown old” (Christus Vivit, 32). When I look at the exuberance and joy of these young people, I am reminded of the heart of our risen Saviour. Of course, there is real pain, too, in the lives of young people in our schools. They know the brokenness of this world. They’ve experienced emotional depths like those familiar to the prophets of old: “Therefore I said: Look away from me, let me weep bitter tears; do not try to comfort me for the destruction of my beloved people” (Isaiah 22:4). In their own way, they have a connection with the unutterable sorrows of our Lord who suffered betrayal. Young people, I realize you are no strangers to the darkness and desolations of Good Friday, or the grief and shock of Holy Saturday. I hear you. My heart goes out to you. Never forget that Easter Sunday comes after Holy Saturday. As Catholics, our faith gives us a hope that reaches beyond death, beyond despair and confusion. The Holy Gospels tell of an empty tomb, of rejoicing angels, and the Risen Lord. I have observed that many young people have a remarkable openness to the message of Easter. You are moved by the promise of a resurrection that can defeat every shadow of death. As we enter these summer months, then, let me invite you to keep following Christ into the light of the resurrection, the love of God, and the hope of everlasting life. And to all the staff, students and parents of Edmonton Catholic School District: I pray that God will continue to bless each one of you, all the days of your life. Richard W. Smith Archbishop of Edmonton
Message from Superintendent Joan Carr
Now there are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit; and there are varieties of services, but the same Lord; and there are varieties of activities, but it is the same God who activates all of them in everyone.
1 Corinthians 12: 4-6
The culminating act of our students’ time with us is their graduation, and like any family, we are extremely proud of all our students for their success. As this scripture passage shares, we celebrate that each of our students has received a variety of gifts through the Spirit. We are honored that, through their journey of Catholic education with us, we have been able to provide a Christ-centred environment for their learning and growth; a place where God has activated those gifts as part of a beautiful community.
Student success is at the heart of all that we do. In an effort to add an extra layer of support to our high school students who are writing diploma exams, we are offering Diploma Exam Prep courses once again this year. Visit our School of Alternative Education website, www.sae.ecsd.net, to view the complete schedule of prep sessions and to find registration information. You will also find our summer school offerings there. Pentecost Sunday falls on June 9 this year, and it provides a wonderful opportunity for us to reflect on the role of the Holy Spirit in our lives. Pope Francis shares, “It is the Spirit who is the protagonist of Christian life, the Holy Spirit, who is with us, accompanies us, transforms us, is victorious with us” (May 18, 2019). June offers us the occasion to celebrate all those who fill the role of father in our lives by offering our thanks for their love, wisdom, and support.
Strength of a Mountain God took the strength of a mountain, The majesty of a tree, The warmth of a summer sun, The calm of a quiet sea, The generous soul of nature, The comforting arm of night, The wisdom of the ages, The power of the eagle's flight, The joy of a morning in spring, The faith of a mustard seed, The patience of eternity, The depth of a family need, Then God combined these qualities, When there was nothing more to add, He knew His masterpiece was complete, And so, He called it ... Dad - Author Unknown (www.xavier.edu ) Have a wonderful June! Sincerely, Joan Carr
ÉCOLE ST. JOHN XXIII YEAR AT A GLANCE
2019
June 7 Grade 9 Farewell @STM Church June 10 JH Track and Field City Finals @ Rollie Milles Field June 12 Grade 6 PAT French Language Arts Part B June 13 Year End Celebration @ St. Thomas More Parish 10:00AM June 14 Grade 6 PAT English Language Arts Part B June 14 Full Day Kindergarten June 17 Grade 6 PAT Mathematics June 17 French Grade 9 PAT French Language Arts Part B June 18 Last day of classes for Junior High June 18 Grade 6 PAT Social Studies June 19 Grade 6 PAT Science June 19 Grade 9 PAT Science June 21 Junior High Activity Day June 21 Aboriginal Day NO TESTS June 24 Grade 9 PAT Social Studies June 24 Alberta Opera @ 9:30 am June 25 Full Day Kindergarten June 25 Fun Day Elementary June 25 Grade 9 PAT English Language Arts Part B June 26 Grade 9 PAT Mathematics June 27 Full Day of school before Year End – dismissal @ 2:50 p.m. June 28 Last Day of School/Early Dismissal– out @ 12:05PM June 28 Report Cards on PowerSchool @ 3 p.m.
