

Week at a Glance
November 27 - December 1, 2023
The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing I shall want. (Psalm 23)
Upcoming Dates:
Monday, November 27:
- M/W Kindergarten attend
Tuesday, November 28:
- T/Th Kindergarten attend
- Pre-K 3 year old program attend
- Pre-K Celebration of Learning 10:00am, and 2:15pm
- French Immersion Parent Engagement Session 5:00-6:00pm
Wednesday, November 29:
- M/W Kindergarten attend
- Theme Day - Backwards Day
- School Council meeting - 1:30
Thursday, November 30:
- T/TH Kindergarten attend
- Pre-K 3 year old program attend
Friday, December 01:
- Growing Smiles Fundraiser - order pickup
- Jumbe Eats hot lunch for those that ordered
Upcoming Events:
- December 3: First Sunday of Advent
- December 4 - School Bus Evacuation Drills + Lockdown Safety Drill
- December 6 - Milk & Cookies treat day for those that ordered
- December 6 - Advent Mass at Our Lady of Assumption
- December 6 - Milk and Cookie Day for those that ordered
- December 7 - Theme Day - Christmas Sweater Day
- December 8 - PD (Faith) Day - No school for students
- December 13 - Theme Day - Red and Green Day
- December 14 - Virtue Awards: Courage - 2:00 pm
- December 15 - Deadline for ordering January hot lunch
- December 15 - Lakeshore Cafe hot lunch for those that ordered
- December 19 - Advent Concert (all students including Pre-K PM) - 1:00 - 2:30 pm
- December 20 - Advent Concert (all students including Pre-K AM) - 9:30 - 11:00 am
- December 22 - Christmas Pajama Day
- December 22 - Party Chef hot lunch for those that ordered
School News
School Council News
The School Council is meeting again on November 29th @1:30PM. Please consider joining us! We have a special guest from the Alberta School Council Association (ASCA), Shelly Odishaw, VP, joining us.
Also of note, our Fundraising Lead position has opened and we are looking for an enthusiastic, team-oriented person to help fill this role! The Fundraising Lead will be tasked with heading up the sub-committees for all of our School fundraisers and events. If you think you might be interested, please contact the Chair, Stephanie Bugbee (eolrschoolcouncilchair@gmail.com).
Hot Lunch
PLEASE NOTE - THE DEADLINE TO ORDER DECEMBER HOT LUNCH IS TODAY, NOVEMBER 23.
GRADE 2 Parents - we are calling on you for help with our December Hot Lunches.
GRADE 3 Parents - we are calling on you for help with our January Hot Lunches.
Please contact eolrshotlunches@gmail.com if you are available to help or have any questions.
January lunches are open for ordering!
January orders will close on Wednesday, December 15th.
Please login to hotlunches.net to place your order (more instructions on the school website).
JANUARY Menu:
Edo Japan, January 12th - a kid favourite! Teriyaki beef or chicken stir frys, Veggie bowls, and sushi is being offered. Gluten free options available.
Soup & Chili, January 19th - parent volunteers will cook warm comfort food made in-house at the school. A choice between chicken noodle soup or chili will be offered.
Papa John's Pizza, January 26th - Large slices of cheese, pepperoni, hawaiian, or gluten free pizzas with a juice box are being offered.
On behalf of the Hot Lunch Committee, thank-you for your continued support of this program. The Hot Lunch program is integral in raising funds that help the School Council meet initiatives for that year; initiatives such as school events, equipment for the school, teacher requests, swimming and other extracurricular student activities, and of course field trips! None of these things would be possible without your support.
Fundraising
Our first fundraiser of the year has concluded. Thank-you to everyone who supported this effort. We're excited to receive our product in the first week of December. Please stay tuned for an exact date that orders will be sent home or can be picked up.
Planning for additional fundraisers and events is also underway. If you would like to help in any capacity or are curious as to what's being planned, please reach out to eolrschoolcouncilfundraising@gmail.com
NEXT MEETING(S): (Everyone is Welcome)
- School Council regular Meeting, November 29th at 1:30 PM - Special Guest and Fundraising Plans Finalized
Please feel free to reach out to our Executive Council members with any questions, concerns, suggestions, or interests! Every parent/guardian of a child at EOLRS is eligible to vote and participate on Council. Please consider joining us!
YOUR EXECUTIVE:
Chair, Stephanie Bugbee (eolrschoolcouncilchair@gmail.com)
Vice Chair, Nancy Vallee-Moore (eolrschoolcouncilchair@gmail.com)
Secretary, Marie Legare (eolrschoolcouncilsecretary@gmail.com)
Treasurer, Emilie Fleck (eolrschoolcounciltreasurer1@gmail.com)
Fundraising Lead, TBD (eolrschoolcouncilfundraising@gmail.com)
Hotlunch Lead, Priscillia D'Mello (eolrshotlunches@gmail.com)
Faith Representative, Leatta Jungwirth
EOLRS Counselling News
For all upcoming school and faith events, please see our school calendar:
For all up to date school news, please see our school website:
Our Lady of the Assumption Parish News
Community News
Stuff A Bus
As the holiday season approaches, our wonderful bus drivers are volunteering their time for "Stuff a Bus" in support of the local food bank. Thank you in advance for your support, and making a positive difference in the lives of our neighbours.
December 2, 2023
- No Frills - 10:00am - 4:00pm
- Sobeys - 10:00am - 4:00pm
Location: Nexsource Centre, Sylvan Lake
Date: December 9th
Time: 10am-2pm
There are still lots of spaces for young entrepreneurs ages 5 to 17 - Open to stands, baked goods, crafts, fundraisers, etc.
Cost: $5 to be a vendor kiddos will receive a table, chair and table cloth.
Email rebecca@petalandblum.com