Week at a Glance

Monday, January 29:

• M/W Kindergarten attend

Tuesday, January 30:

• T/Th Kindergarten attend
• Pre-K 3 year old program attend
• French Immersion Parent Engagement Session - 5:00 pm

Wednesday, January 31:

• M/W Kindergarten attend
• Pre-K 3 year old program attend
• Virtue Awards: Love - 2:00 pm
  

Thursday, February 1:

• T/TH Kindergarten attend
• Pre-K 3 year old program attend

Friday, February 2:

• PD Day - No school for students

Upcoming Events:

• February 7 - French Immersion Carnaval
• February 8 - French Immersion Carnaval
• February 13 - Shrove Tuesday
• February 13 - Valentine's Day Celebrations
• February 13 - Theme Day - Red & White Day
• February 13: Literacy Engagement Night for Parents
• February 14 - Ash Wednesday
• February 19 - Family Day - No School
• February 20-23 - Winter Break - No School for Students
• February 26 - Classes Resume
• February 27 - 100th Day of School
• February 28 - Pink Shirt Day (National Anti-Bullying Day)

Registration is now open for the Kindergarten and Pre-K 2024-25 school year. Please click below to view the Parent User Guide, and register. A reminder, if you currently have a child attending Pre-Kindergarten at ÉOLRS, you must still submit a registration form for Kindergarten.

Are you interested in learning more about the new English Language Arts curriculum and how best to support your child at home with reading? All parents are invited to a Literacy Engagement Night on February 13 from 5:00-6:00 pm at our school.

Our teachers are very excited to explain the changes to the curriculum and to lead you through the new approaches to teaching reading empowering you to support your child at home. It will be a fun and engaging night for parents to learn first hand more about literacy! Please join us!

Get ready to embark on a captivating journey with us at the French Immersion Parent Engagement Session! Our upcoming gathering is scheduled for Tuesday, January 30th, from 5 pm to 6 pm, right in the heart of the ÉOLRS gathering area.

Throughout the year, we have planned a series of monthly parent engagement sessions designed to boost your confidence in actively supporting your child's learning journey in the French immersion program. Our goal is to have you fully engaged in your child's education while deepening your knowledge on various education-related topics.

In our next session, we'll delve into the fascinating world of reading in a French Immersion context and explore how you can play a pivotal role in supporting your child. We will navigate through recent changes in the curriculum, helping you understand what they mean for your child. Plus, you'll gain valuable insights into ways you can foster your child’s literacy development. No prior French language experience is necessary – we invite everyone to join us and discover the beauty of ÉOLR’s French Immersion program and its vibrant community.

If Tuesday, January 30th doesn't fit into your schedule, don't worry! We'll make sure to share the presentation slides on our website, allowing you to catch up at your convenience.We're thrilled to have you on board!

The French Immersion team is excited to announce our upcoming annual Carnaval, and we are on the lookout for enthusiastic volunteers! Carnaval is a lively French winter festival brimming with sports, snowy activities, French history, delicious treats, and snowmen.

Our ÉOLR Carnaval is scheduled for February 7th and February 8th. On the 8th, the Grades 2, 4 students along with the Thursday French and English kindergarten will be participating, while on February 7th, it will be the turn of Grade 1, 3, and Wednesday English Kindergarten. Your participation as a volunteer from 10 am to 3 pm will be invaluable in making these days memorable for our students.

We greatly appreciate your consideration and understanding that your involvement is a crucial part of making enjoyable events like Carnaval possible.

Thank you for your support!

You may have noticed that this year, Ash Wednesday falls on Valentine's Day. Given the significance of Ash Wednesday for our Catholic Faith, and under the guidance of the Archbishop, we want to ensure that we maintain the sanctity of Ash Wednesday. As a result, Valentine’s Day activities will take place on February 13th, and February 14th will be reserved for Ash Wednesday liturgical celebrations and reflections. More information will be shared as we move into the month of February.

Calling all Artists!

The contest for next year's Division Theme Poster is now open. Deadline for submissions is March 8, 2024.

This year's winning poster will be included in an art exhibition in the Catholic Archdiocese of Edmonton Assembly Hall, so we are calling for submissions earlier than usual.

Entries should highlight the third focus of our three-year division theme: being inspired by Christ to serve others. Please see the attached document for full contest details.

All age levels are encouraged to participate. Please send submissions to Jo-Ann Kelly at Montfort Centre by March 8th, 2024.

If you have any questions, please email Jo-Ann at joann.kelly@rdcrs.ca.

Click here to download a copy of the contest details.

Do you have a passion for fundraising, interested in volunteering and supporting your school community? We would love it if you would consider serving as the Fundraising Lead on the School Council. A large portion of this position can be done remotely while staying in close contact with and receiving support from the Council Chair (and other members). It involves organizing the upcoming fundraisers (already chosen) and coordinating sub-committees to help plan school events for the kiddos. Please let Stephanie (eolrschoolcouncilchair@gmail.com) know if you are interested in helping in this capacity. We would love to have you!

HOT LUNCH:

February

GRADE 4 parents are being asked to help with February hot lunches. If you are able to help drive, deliver, and/or hand out lunches please contact Priscilla at eolrshotlunches@gmail.com.

Check out next month's menu:

Feb 9, Pizza Pizza - Cheese or Pepperoni pizza with a drink

Feb 16, Mr. Mike's - Cheese burger, chicken quesadilla, or tomato pasta with a side of raw veggies. Dair free option is available for this lunch.

FUNDRAISING:

Planning for additional fundraisers and events is 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. We will continue to post volunteer opportunities for the upcoming events here!

GRADE 4 HOODIES!! Please watch for updates regarding the Grade 4's much anticipated design competition for their commemorative EOLRS hoodies. Our G4's will be designing and voting on their favourite design and every Grade 4 student will be gifted with a special hoodie to celebrate their achievements, hard work and joy they have brought to the school. Sponsorship letters will also be going out to the community shortly to ask for their support in the purchase of these hoodies.

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, VACANT (eolrschoolcouncilfundraising@gmail.com)

Hotlunch Lead, Priscilla D'Mello (eolrshotlunches@gmail.com)

Faith Representative, Leatta Jungwirth