On Ash Wednesday, we began the Lenten season. Let us pray together.
God our Father,
You formed us from the dust of the earth
and brought us to new life in Christ
through the waters of Baptism.
We ask you to change our hearts
as we journey through these forty days of Lent.
Help us to see Jesus in everyone we meet,
and to serve him in all persons,
especially the poor, the sick and the lonely.
By your grace, may our prayers and sacrifices
this Lent help us grow closer to each other and to you,
as one family in Jesus.
We make this prayer to You in His name.
Amen.
Pump Your Heart Dance-A-Thon Fundraiser
The PUMP YOUR HEART Valentine’s Day Dance-a-thon was a great success!
The Catholic School Council (CSC) is pleased to announce that the total amount raised for this fundraiser, as of Wednesday, February 22nd, is $11252.81! Thank you to our community for your generosity and enthusiasm in support of this fundraiser, as well as our volunteers who gave selflessly of their time and talents.
Prizes were drawn during morning announcements this past week and were delivered to students by CSC members. We congratulate all of our winners!
Students received a coupon for a free personal sized pizza from Toppers Pizza. Please note that the expiry date has been extended from February 28th to March 5th, 2023.
It is with much gratitude and appreciation that we thank our Catholic School Council (CSC) for organizing the PUMP YOUR HEART Valentine’s Day Dance-a-thon fundraiser.
Anti-Bullying and Friendship Week
This week, St. Nicholas CES celebrates Anti-Bullying and Friendship week. We start the week with Pink Shirt day on Monday, February 27th! Students and staff are invited to wear a pink shirt on this day to show their support for taking a stance against bullying and promoting kindness.
During this week, students will participate in a variety of activities which will focus on bullying awareness and prevention, and continuing to develop a culture of kindness through the building of friendships. Activities include videos, songs and games, as well as reading, art / media and scenario-based activities.
We thank students from the Caring and Inclusive Student Leadership House, as well as our Anti-Bullying and Friendship Committee for their hard work to prepare for this week.
We look forward to a wonderful week of learning and fun!
Humanitarian Appeal to Help Turkey and Syria
Thank you to all families who donated a loonie or toonie in support of those who were affected by the earthquakes in Turkey and Syria. We will have a final day of collecting loonies/toonies on Monday, February 27th.
Thank you for your support of this important humanitarian relief effort.
March Break
March break takes place from March 13-17, 2023. There will be no school this week.
Next Week’s Activities and Events
Here is a look ahead to next week…
Monday, February 27th:
– St. Nicholas CES celebrates Pink Shirt Day!; students are invited to wear a pink shirt to show their support for taking a stance against bullying and promoting kindness
– Grade 6 STREAM visit at Our Lady of Grace CES, all day
Tuesday, February 28th:
– Co-Ed Hockey team participates in the CRU Cup Winter Classic Hockey Tournament at the Magna Centre, all day
Closing Prayer
Throughout the season of Lent, we close with our Lenten prayer.
God of the Journey,
Walk with us this Lent.
Teach us to pray, fast, and give
in ways that bring us closer to you.
Help us to persevere in staying with you
on the journey through Lent to Easter.
Amen.
St. Nicholas, pray for us.
Wishing you a wonderful week!
Sincerely,
C. Quadrini, Principal