Weekly Update: January 16-20, 2023

Tomorrow is the day of recognition of the birthday of Martin Luther King Jr., the American leader of the Civil Rights movement in the 1960s.  His dream was focused on unity, inclusion, equity and justice for all.

 

I have a dream that one day, all people will be created equal.

I have a dream that one day, we will all be able to sit down together at the table.

I have a dream that one day, we will live in a nation where people will not be judged by the colour of their skin but by who they are.

This will be the day when all of God’s children will join hands and sing freedom.

Martin Luther King Jr., 1963

Dear God,

Each one of us is Your work of art,

We are all your children.

Help us to see the beauty in one another.

Help us to appreciate the many gifts we can offer to one another.

Help us to be the people you call us to be.

Amen.

 

Carnaval Week

St. Nicholas CES looks forward to celebrating Carnaval week from January 30th to February 3rd!  Please see our theme days below.

 

A number of activities are being planned for this special week.  We look forward to sharing more information in next week’s update.

 

Next Week’s Activities and Events

Here is a look ahead to next week…

Monday, January 16th:

– Junior Boys Triple Ball tournament at St. Elizabeth Seton CES, all day

Tuesday, January 17th:

– Junior Girls Triple Ball tournament at Good Shepherd CES, all day

– Catholic School Council Meeting, school library, 7:00 – 8:30pm

Wednesday, January 18th:

– Triple P: Positive Parenting Program, Virtual Session (1 of 3):

The Power of Positive Parenting, 6:30-8:30pm; register for this FREE virtual session at:  Triple P Parenting Registration

Friday, January 20th:

– PA Day (no school)

 

Closing Prayer

During the month of January, we conclude with our prayer for unity.

God of harmony and unity,

You want us all to work together to build Your kingdom.

May our ears hear Your voice clearly

May our eyes see Your beauty in all

May our understanding break down walls of fear and prejudice.

May we make our school and community

a place of friendship, a place of belonging,

a place of welcome,

where everyone feels safe.

where everyone has a place

where all are united in You, dear God.

Amen.

St. Nicholas, pray for us.

 

Have a fantastic week!

Sincerely,

C. Quadrini, Principal