Halloween Dress Code Theme: Monday, 31 OctoberAppropriate Halloween costumes may be worn. Students not wishing to wear costumes are able to wear relaxed dress code if they contribute $2 to the Gonzaga Middle School Library. Students in costumes do not need to pay $2. Regular Dress Code: Tuesday, 1 NovemberPlease be advised that we will move to Regular Dress Code beginning Tuesday, 1 November. Career Day: Wednesday, 2 NovemberGrade 9 Students are participating in the Take Our Kids to Work Program on Wednesday, 2 November. Students in Grades 10–12 will have an opportunity to take in presentations on careers in engineering, medicine, dentistry, business, education, and many more. Over thirty St. Paul's alumni and several other professionals will be presenting at our annual Career Day. There are five career presentation slots in the morning and the afternoon will consist of regular classes in periods 4, 5 and 6. On behalf of St. Paul's, I would like to give thanks to Mrs Kolton for organizing Take Our Kids to Work, to Mr Hurton for arranging speakers for Career Day, to Mr Watson for his assistance with the online registration process for Career Day presentations, and to our many presenters for generously giving their time to interact with our students while sharing their vocations. First Term Progress Reports: Friday, 4 NovemberProgress Reports are scheduled to be mailed on Friday, 4 November. Parents should receive their mailing no later than the following Wednesday. If a mailing is not received as expected, please contact Catherine Smither to request a report (204-831-2316). Progress Reports are interim reports which typically include a few smaller assessments such as quizzes and short written assignments and one larger assessment such as a test or longer written piece. Progress Reports are a "snapshot" of your sons' progress so far this term. Final reports for the term will be produced after exams in January. Please consult individual course outlines for details on how term marks are calculated for each course. In addition, parents are encouraged to access the Powerschool Parent Portal for more detail regarding assignment results. Upcoming Parent-Teacher ConferencesParent-Teacher Conferences are scheduled on the following dates:
Mission Week 1: El Salvador Scholarship FundThank-you to all families for their contributions to our first mission drive. With your help, we raised $4,500.00 in support of the El Salvador Scholarship fund! This donation will be very much appreciated by the students who receive scholarships this year. On our mission trips to El Salvador, many of our students and staff have seen first-hand the tremendous impact the scholarships have had in supporting students and their families in El Salvador. Relaxed Dress Code: Friday, 4 NovemberStudents are encouraged to participate in the relaxed dress code for $2.00. Proceeds are in support of the Crusader Basketball Program. Traffic Advisory: Bower & Grant St. Paul's was contacted by the School Resource Officer from the Winnipeg Police Services who works directly with Shaftesbury High School. They have received several complaints from students, parents, and teachers indicating that many drivers are not following the Right-Turn Only sign at the intersection of Bower and Grant. To this point, Winnipeg Police have issued several warnings to drivers making illegal left-hand turns at that intersection. Please be advised, that effective Monday, 31 October, Winnipeg Police will be issuing traffic tickets ($250.00) to drivers not in compliance with the posted sign. As a reminder, drivers must make a right-hand turn at the intersection of Bower and Grant during the hours of 7:00–9:00am and 3:00–5:30pm. Junior Debate Tournament ResultsSt. Paul's High School hosted a Junior Debate Tournament on the evening of Thursday, 27 October. St. Paul's had twelve students participating, many of whom participated in their first debates. We hosted students from twelve Winnipeg schools including private Catholic schools, other private schools, and a few public schools. The tournament was made possible by the generosity of about thirty student-volunteers from St. Paul's who served as speakers, timers, and judges. Many thanks to the tournament organizer, Mrs Anna McGill, and the St. Paul's Debate coaches, Ms. Joan Trimble, Mr Tyler Kelsch, and Mr Paulo Borges for their work in helping students prepare for the tournament. In addition, a big thanks goes to the Parent Guild for providing wonderful hospitality and to Dr Uzat and several students for assisting with set-up for the tournament. Debate Tournament Results
Congratulations, Eric Fawkes '19! Eric Fawkes '19 Last week, Eric competed in the 2016 U16 Western Canada Challenge Cup as a member of Team Manitoba. The tournament took place in Calgary and Team Manitoba represented our Province well bringing home the bronze medal after defeating Saskatchewan last Sunday. Congratulations to Eric on being selected to the final roster for Team Manitoba and to Eric and his teammates for a terrific showing the Western Canada Challenge Cup! From the Parent Guild “I got a feeling that tonight's gonna be a good night…” ~ Black Eyes Peas Buon giorno! Just a reminder that “Italian Games Night” takes place today. The 7th Annual St. Paul’s High School Parent Social Evening kicks off at 7pm at 1421 Loudoun Road, the home of Sandra & Mike Romani. There will be food and entertainment, as well as a band. The dress code is casual. If you have not purchased tickets, there are a few left at the front desk of the school, and there will also be some available at the door. Please remember that the event is BYOB. A presto!  Driver Safety Bulletin from Manitoba Public InsuranceFrom January through October 2016, 85 people have lost their lives in fatal collisions in Manitoba. The number of fatalities caused by motor-vehicle accidents has nearly doubled compared with last year. In addition, the age range with the most significant increase in victims of collisions, serious injuries and fatalities, has consistently been persons between the ages of 15–35. Worst of all – we know these deaths could have been prevented. Contributing factors in this year’s fatal collisions include speeding, impaired and distracted driving, and not using a seat belt. The following bulletin has been posted in the Online Community. Please take time to read the attached information and speak with your sons about safe driving habits so that we can avoid the most common causes of collisions and keep our families safe. MPI Driver Safety Tips Recognizing Excellence in Education Do you know an outstanding educator? Help St. Paul's recognize excellence in education. Nominations are now being accepted for Manitoba's Excellence in Education Awards, recognizing outstanding achievement by educators in the following award categories: - Teaching Excellence - Outstanding New Teacher - Outstanding Team Collaboration - Outstanding School Leader - NEW! Premier's Award for Excellence in Education For complete information on selection criteria and the nomination process, visit: www.edu.gov.mb.ca/k12/excellence/ Download Brochure Help Gonzaga Middle School Gonzaga Middle School is looking for volunteers with sewing experience to hem student uniform pants. They have 22 pairs of pants that need hemming. Please contact the school: 204-949-7100 (office – general) if you are able to help.
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University Information Evening: Monday, 24 October @ 7pmThe Counseling Department is hosting an evening to discuss university applications, key dates in the year ahead, and scholarships.
Student Council Spirit WeekOur Student Council has organized a variety of activities to promote school spirit during the week of October 25–31. One aspect of the Spirit Week includes relaxed dress code days with various themes as indicated below. Students will also have opportunities to participate in a variety of fun activities during lunch each day during Spirit Week. Tuesday: "Twin" Dress Code Theme - Partner up with a fellow student and wear a major item of clothing (shirt or pants) that matches your partner’s. Wednesday: Men For Others Day Dress Code Theme - Receive a Relaxed Dress Code if you bring in at least one new, unopened item for donation to Siloam Mission. Items suitable for donation include:
Thursday: Decade Day Dress Code Theme - Students will dress in clothing that represents clothing style from one of the following decades: 50s, 60s, 70s or 80s. Friday: Help a Future Crusader Day Dress Code Theme - Students will receive a Relaxed Dress Code if they bring in $2 to donate to the Gonzaga Middle School Library. Monday, 31 October: Dress Code Theme- Appropriate Halloween costumes may be worn. Students not wishing to wear costumes can bring in $2 to donate to the Gonzaga Middle School Library and receive a Relaxed Dress Code. Students in costumes do not need to pay $2. Grade 11 Bake Sale: Wednesday, 26 OctoberOur second bake sale is scheduled on Wednesday, 26 October. Parents of Grade 11 students are asked to bring baked goods to the Reception Desk on the Friday morning. Thank-you in advance for contributing baked goods. From the Parent Guild“You keep shooting. You hope it goes in, and you smile.” ~ Teemu Selanne What an exciting weekend this is for Winnipeg! The Guild hopes that you are able to soak up the positive energy of the Heritage Classic in some way. Next weekend will also be a fun one. If you have not already done so, please be sure to purchase tickets to the Parent Social Evening on Friday, October 28. Sandra & Mike Romani will be hosting SPHS parents in their lovely home on Loudoun Road, which is only about 5 minutes away from the school. Although the Guild is billing the event as an “Italian Games Night,” there is absolutely no pressure to play. You are more than welcome to come and mingle over a glass of wine. A two-piece band will provide live music. Please note that while food will be provided, we encourage you to BYOB. Tickets are only $10.00 and are available at the front desk. We can’t wait to see you there! With regards to our sons, the Guild keeps on shooting to make them smile, too:
We wish the best of luck to all teams competing this weekend, including the AA & AAA Football squads, Cru Puck B, the Grade 9 Volleyball White boys, the Varsity Volleyball Crusaders, and of course, the Winnipeg Jets Alumni & the Winnipeg Jets. Go, Cru, Go! Go, Jets, Go!   Regular Dress Code: Tuesday, 1 NovemberTribute Dinner: Tuesday, 1 NovemberOur annual Tribute Dinner takes place on the evening of Tuesday, 1 November. It is not too late to purchase tickets.
President's Pizza Lunch for Grade 12 Class: Monday, 17 OctoberGrade 12 students will be treated to a pizza lunch courtesy of Fr. Alitila's Office. Pizza and refreshments will be served in Murray Hall during the regular lunch period. Transfers from Pre-Calculus to Applied Math: Monday, 17 OctoberMonday, 17 October is also the deadline for transfers from Pre-Calculus to Applied Math. Course Change Request Form  New Community Launch: Monday, 17 OctoberSt. Paul's High School will launch our new Community website on Monday, 17 October! The site has been completely rewritten on the back-end to bring it up to speed with current technologies. The look, feel, and functionality have all been improved while the user interface remains familiar enough to ensure a smooth tranistion and ease of use. Please note, the new Community website has a new URL which will be effective on launch day. https://community.stpauls.mb.ca
Early Dismissal: Tuesday, 18 OctoberStudents will be dismissed at 2:25pm to accommodate a staff meeting. Schedule 2 is in effect. Winnipeg Transit has been contacted and early bus transportation has been arranged. Mission Week #1: El Salvador Scholarship FundFrom Monday, 17 October through Friday, 21 October, we will be engaged in our first of three Mission Drives this school year. St. Paul's families are asked to contribute funds to support the El Salvador Scholarship Fund. This week we are asking that students, staff, teachers, and parents bring in donations to this worthy cause in order to help those in need. Donations will primarily be collected in Mentor Groups. If you choose to donate $20.00 or more and donate by cheque you can receive a tax receipt. Cheques must be made out to St. Paul’s High School. You may memo the cheque as El Salvador Mission Drive. Donations may also be made online by clicking on the following link. Please read the attached letter with further details and information about making a donation to this very worthy initiative. Mission Drive Letter Pizza for Mission: Friday, 21 OctoberIn addition to collecting donations, we will be having a pizza lunch on Friday, 21 October. All students are welcome to participate in the pizza lunch. We are ordering pizzas from Santa Lucia and will offer them for purchase as follows:
Relaxed Dress Code: Friday, 21 OctoberStudents are encouraged to participate in the relaxed dress code for $2.00. Proceeds will be applied to our Mission Week fundraising initiative.
Crusader RaffleAll students received a raffle ticket package on Thursday, 6 October. Please ensure your son brings his raffle tickets home. The Advancement Office has included a letter with raffle tickets to provide more detail about the raffle and its importance with respect to our school mission and vision of educating the whole person and forming men for others. Please read this information and support your son so he may contribute to this year's Crusader Raffle.  Thanksgiving: Monday, 10 OctoberThe school is closed on Monday, 10 October for Thanksgiving. Classes resume on Tuesday, 11 October. School day 3 On behalf of the St. Paul's High School community, I wish all students, parents and families a happy Thanksgiving. I encourage families to pray together during the holiday and offer the following prayer for use at family gatherings as we come together to celebrate this day of Thanksgiving. Sincerely, Bob Lewin Gracious God, we give you thanks for your overflowing generosity to us. Thank you for the blessings of the food we eat and especially for this feast today. Thank you for our home and family and friends, especially for the presence of those gathered here. Thank you for our health, our work and our play. Please send help to those who are hungry, alone, sick and suffering war and violence. Open our hearts to your love. We ask your blessing through Christ your son. Amen. From Celebrating Faith: Year-round Activities For Catholic Families, by Mary Cronk Farrell Photo Retakes: Wednesday, 12 OctoberPhoto retakes will be available during the afternoon. Students who missed school picture day will be automatically added to the retake list. All other students who would like a retake must order the "Request a Retake" package in advance using the online PROOFCODE they received following school picture day. Students sitting for retakes must be in full dress code for their picture. For those who may have misplaced or did not receive a PROOFCODE, please e-mail rd PhotoCorp to be issued a new one. Please indicate the school name, student's name and grade with your email request. Relaxed Dress Code: Thursday, 13 OctoberStudents are encouraged to participate in the relaxed dress code for $2.00. Proceeds will help support the Cross Country team's travel costs to Nelson House, MB where they will participate in the Cross Country Provincial Tournament. Friday, 14 OctoberWe will follow Schedule 5 to accommodate the Martyrs' Liturgy. Parents are welcome to join our school community to celebrate the North American Martyrs. Mass will begin at 12:45 p.m. in the MultiPlex. From the Parent Guild“I'm so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.” ~ Lucy Maude Montgomery Venture out into the beautiful autumn we are experiencing and join us at:
 As for our boys, their fall will include:
 Tuesday, 18 October: School Calendar AdditionWe have added an early dismissal to the school calendar on Tuesday, 18 October. Students will be dismissed at 2:25pm to accommodate a staff meeting. Schedule 2 is in effect. Winnipeg Transit has been contacted and early bus transportation has been arranged. Coming Soon: Regular Dress CodeFall is upon us and we will be moving to Regular Dress Code in the next week or two. Please ensure your son has what he needs to meet regular dress code requirements.
The official date for the change in dress code requirements will be announced on the Friday preceding the Monday in which regular dress code takes effect. |
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