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Communicating Student Learning
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
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Feed the Future
We have now begun our Feed the Future Program. The school will use the money in a few different ways:Fresh Fruit – Fresh fruit will be available to all students throughout the school day.Breakfast Run – We will have a few healthy food choices available in the morning for students in need, such as granola bars, cheese, yogurt, and fresh fruit. Students may select 1-2 items to take outside with them to eat as they arrive in the morning.Hot Food – We can help with the cost of a hot lunch once a week through our Munch a Lunch Program.Grocery Gift Cards – a few times during the year, gift cards will be distributed to families in need.Food items will always be available for students in need at the school office. If your family is in need of additional support, please do not hesitate to contact our school office – office@stjameselementary.ca
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St. Ann's Christmas Hampers
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.
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SJB Preview Days and Open House
Know someone who is considering Catholic school for their children entering high school? St. John Brebeuf is offering Preview Days to students entering Grade 8-12 next fall – come to classes, check out our clubs and activities, and experience our community. This is a great way to see if St. John Brebeuf is the right fit for your family! We also have tours available for parents and students – you will have a chance to see the school, meet our teachers, and ask any questions that you might have about SJB.Visit http://stjohnbrebeuf.ca/book-a-tour to sign up today!Don’t forget our Open House on Thursday, November 21st from 6-8pm! And if you’d like emails from our Admissions Team, you can sign up here!
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Clothing Check
Thank you to all parents who are working with their children to ensure that our School Uniform is worn properly and with pride. As all uniforms look alike, it is important to label your child’s clothing. It is also helpful to check your child’s clothing on a regular basis to ensure sure they have the correct items. For example, some children mistakenly bring home the wrong item after a gym class. We would appreciate if you could check your child’s uniform and return any items that might have been brought home by mistake to your child’s classroom or the lost and found. If you are missing an item – please check the lost and found this week. We will be donating anything left in lost an found at the end of the week. Thank You
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Workbee
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.
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Sports
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
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St. Ann's Christmas Market
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
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Hymn Sing
November 20Parent Teacher Conferences – No School for Students
November 21 @ 10:00 am - 7:00 pmCISVA Networking Day – No School
November 22Grade 5 Volleyball Practice
November 25 @ 7:45 am - 8:10 am
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Sports
Grade 5 Volleyball Practice
November 25 @ 7:45 am - 8:10 amGrade 5 Volleyball Game @ Bluejay
November 26 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pmGrade 5 Volleyball Practice
December 2 @ 7:45 am - 8:10 amGrade 5 Volleyball Tournament @ MEI
December 3 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
