The CHOMP St. Gregory School Newsletter October 2018 Celebrating GATORS! What do you stand for? G - Give endlessly, A - Always do what is right, T - Trust in oneself, O - Own your success, R - Respect others, S - See God in everyone.
october Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Day 1 1 Orange Shirt Day! 8 Thanksgiving NO CLASSES Day 2 2 Day 3 3 11:10 am Thanksgiving Liturgy 4 pm Sr. Volleyball Day 5 9 9 am Gr. 6 & 9 Vaccination Catch- Up 6:30 pm School Council Day 6 10 4 pm Sr. Volleyball @ home vs St. Jean Brebeuf Day 3 15 Day 4 16 Day 5 17 10:45 am LinkAGES Orientation @ Carewest 4 pm Sr. Volleyball vs Martin de Porres Day 4 4 Gr. 6 Spaceport Trip 12 pm Healthy Hunger 2 pm xcountry Championships Day 1 11 12 pm Healthy Hunger Day 6 18 12 pm Healthy Hunger Day 2 22 Day 3 23 Day 4 24 Day 5 25 Red Cross Leadership Training (16 students) Day 1 29 Day 2 30 Day 3 31 LinkAGES 10:45 am 12 pm Healthy Hunger Guest speaker Fred Curatolo Social Gr. 8 & 9 12 pm Healthy Hunger PD Day NO CLASSES 5 Day 2 12 Day 1 19 Hockey Program trip to U of C Day 6 26 Photo Retake Day
Gr. 9 Retreat The Grade 9 classes participated in the outdoor retreat. This event is a St. Gregory tradition and something students wait to experience. All students had a great time and made many memories that will last forever. As the Grade 9 class prepares to graduate, this event creates new friendships and solidifies old ones. It was a fun day for all, even the teacher chaperones!
School Council News Healthy Hunger Be sure to sign up for our weekly Healthy Hunger lunch program. You and your family get to skip making lunch once a week. Your children get to enjoy a lunch of their choice from a local restaurant. A portion of the cost goes towards the school as a fundraiser. With your participation, Healthy Hunger raised over $8,000 in 2017-18. Help us reach $10,000 this school year! There are plenty of dates available, so sign up now and don t miss out. School Council Positions & Meeting Dates Thanks to those who attended our Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, September 11, and a special thank you to those who volunteered to serve on this year s executive. School Council Executive for 2018/2019 Chair: Janine DiPaolo Vice-Chair: Mary Jane Vandekerkhove Treasurer: Chris Flory Secretary: Debbie MacDonald Healthy Hunger: Maura Uchacz & Pamela Liang Fundraising: Vacant As a parent/guardian of a St. Gregory student, you re invited to attend our monthly meetings, scheduled for the following Tuesdays at 6:30 PM in the Learning Commons: Meeting Dates for 2018/2019 October 9 November 13 January 8 February 5 March 12 April 9 May 14
Back by popular demand, we ll be running our Purdy s Christmas Chocolate Fundraiser again. Watch for more information coming in late October / early November. Upcoming Fundraisers When you support our fundraisers, School Council is able provide funding for important enrichment programs and activities to our students, such as the Robotics Program, Music Program and Debate Club. We also fund valuable tools such as Mathletics and My Blueprint. Next School Council Meeting Tuesday, October 9, 2018 @ 6:30 PM
Cross Country Season! Congratulations to our Gator athletes who participated in cross country running this year. Our Gators are always fierce when it comes to running! We are so proud of you!
Student Organizations, Clubs and Extra-curricular Offerings To ensure a well-rounded educational experience for all students, our school community may provide several extra-curricular offerings during the school year. These may include the following, all of which will be facilitated by school staff and aligned with Catholic teachings: *Athletic teams start in Grade 7. * Cross-country running (Grade level teams for boys and girls, 6 teams total) * Volleyball (Jr. & Sr. teams for boys and girls, 4 teams total) * Wrestling (Grade level teams, boys and girls, 6 teams total) * Basketball (Jr. & Sr. teams for boys and girls, 4 teams total) * Badminton (Grade level teams, boys and girls, 6 teams total) * Flag Football (Grade level teams, 3 teams total) * Track and Field (Grade level teams for boys and girls for 10 events) * Dance works team * Junior High Band * Jazz Band * Liturgical Choir * LINKages Volunteer Group Youth volunteers visiting Seniors. * Drama Club Junior high students can meet throughout the year to organize and practice for performances held in May/June * Chess Club Grade 6 * Games Club * Library Group * Math Students can attend math study sessions in various classrooms over lunch recess. * Computer Time * Concession Team Students can volunteer to work the concession during lunch recess. * Art Club * CTF Charity Club * Debate Club * ESIII Lunchtime Group * Sandwich Teams Making sandwiches for the homeless * Yearbook Club * Photography Group * Spirit Council * Robotics * Recycling/Green Team * Moo Club If you wish further information about any of these groups, clubs and/or activities, please contact the principal. GATORS ARE ALWAYS BUSY! THERE IS SO MUCH TO DO!
Twoonie for Terry! Our Gators are collecting funds for the Terry Fox Run this year. Last year we were able to raise $3000- can we beat it? Check out the link and donate today! http://www.terryfox.ca/stgregoryschoolcalgary
School Parking Lot Please be aware that we discourage students from being dropped off or picked up in the school parking lot. This is a very busy area and we are fortunate there have not been any serious injuries. The handicap spaces are also not to be used as quick pick up spots. These spaces are reserved for our students with special needs. Everyday there are parents, cabs and buses utilizing these spaces. Thank you to our St. Gregory family for understanding on this issue.
St. Gregory School Supporting Holy Names Cares Holy Name Parish September 19 to October 3. As part of our Catholic Community of Caring, St. Gregory School will be having a Food Drive to support Holy Name Cares, run by Holy Name Parish. In order to meet the variety of needs for food hampers at this time of the year, each class will be assigned specific items to bring in. Food items will be collected in each homeroom. Other items not on the list are also welcomed. Monetary donations are also gratefully accepted to provide gift cards for perishable items. Please make cheques payable to Holy Name Parish - Holy Name Cares and drop off at the school office. Please no open items or homemade items. Please check expiry dates nothing expires before December 2018 Plastic or metals cans are preferable. Grade Items to bring in 6A, 6B, 7A, 7B Canned fruits Canned vegetables Canned beans 7C, 7D, 8A, 8B Canned Meat tuna, salmon, flakes of ham, chicken, etc Canned soups 8C, 8D, 8E, 9A Boxes of Cereals Crackers Boxes of Cereal Bars, Cookies 9B, 9C, 9D, 9E Pasta Pasta Sauce Canned Tomatoes
Gator 500 Every year St. Gregory School participates in the Gator 500. What is the Gator 500? It is an afternoon that brings all of our students together, in all grades, to work in teams on physical challenges. Grades 6-9 are put on teams with a team colour and a challenge to win! This afternoon of activities is loud and chaotic! The gym is crowded with students running, jumping, screaming and laughing. This is a true St. Gregory rite of passage and a memory for all students. Thank you to teachers for organizing this awesome team building event. GO GATORS!!! Thank-you Coaches!