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Communicating Student Learning is a term to describe reporting and report cards for BC students.  CSL addresses the need for ongoing communication of student learning and for students to be deeply involved in their own learning journey.  Parent will receive report cards on Tuesday, November 19.  We encourage parents to discuss the reports with their children, celebrate their successes and talk about ways to support ongoing learning at home and at school.   

On Thursday, November 21, we will be having Parent Teacher Conferences.  As parents of elementary school children, you play a crucial role in your child’s education. Your involvement and collaboration with your child’s teacher(s) can make a significant difference in their academic and personal growth.  One of the key benefits of parent-teacher conferences is the chance to address any concerns or questions you may have about your child’s education. Teachers are here to listen, provide guidance, and collaborate with you to find solutions. Whether it’s a struggling subject, behavioral issues, or any other matter, early intervention can make a significant difference in your child’s success!   

An email has already been sent home to sign up online for Parent -Teacher Conferences.  The conferences will be 12 minutes in length, with a short transition time between meetings for parents of multiple children.  If you have not yet signed up for a conference time, please follow the link below.  This will be a non-instructional day for students.  Please note that Friday, November 22 is also non-instructional day. 

The link to sign up online for Parent Teacher Conferences is  https://schoolinterviews.ca/code/mhhhh

We have now begun our Feed the Future Program.  The school will use the money in a few different ways:

St. Ann’s Parish, Knights of Columbus and the Society of St. Vincent de Paul are combining their efforts to run the annual Christmas Hamper Program.  This year applications will go through the St. Ann’s Parish Office.  Submit your application by November 28th. 

If you or anyone you know would benefit from receiving one of our Hampers, please visit http://www.stannsabbotsford.ca for more information.  This year you will need to fill out an application to receive a Hamper.  If you have any questions, please call the St. Ann’s Parish Office or Mike Cecil at 778 241-7838.

The November Work Bee will take place at the school this Saturday, November 16th, from 9am-2pm.  You may want to bring gloves for outside work. It would also be greatly appreciated if you could bring any small gardening tools, particularly a rake.  Please also bring a lunch for the mid-day break.  Thank you once again for all of your hard work to keep our school well maintained and beautiful!  

All remaining Work Bee dates for this year have been uploaded to the School Calendar. 

St. James and St. Ann’s school offers a variety of fun sports and events. Please check the Newsflash each week for the most recent posts/ updates regarding the schedule of sports practices, games and events.  The dates of upcoming practices and games include:

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• • • • Monday, November 18th – 7:45-8:20am – Grade 5
      • Tuesday, November 19th – 2:45-3:30pm – Grade 5
      • Wednesday, November 20th – 3:00-4:00pm – Grade 5 Game @ St. James vs Kandal  

St. Ann’s Parish  Christmas Market on November 15th & 16th – Save the date!

St. Ann’s Parish will be holding a Christmas Market on November 15 & 16, 2024.  There will be vendors, pies, raffles, baskets, baking and a 50/50 draw.  On November 16, breakfast and lunch will be served by the Knights of Columbus.  It will be a Merry Place for all.  

Follow the link for more information – Christmas Market Poster 2024