Parents Video Recording at Christmas Concert

Each year many parents love to have a Christmas Concert DVD. We have been fortunate to provide this service through the kind generosity of Mr. Olson and STMC students. An e-mail with the DVD form went out on Tuesday, Dec. 6. The DVD request form is due on Monday, Dec. 12, 2011.

However, we understand that parents also love to focus on their child and have a video close up of their child’s performance. Wouldn’t it be wonderful if we had a magical floor that slanted like a real theatre so that every seat has a fantastic view? Unfortunately we don’t, therefore we ask when video recording to please move to the sides or the back. Every parent has a right to watch the concert in peace and without being stressed because their view is being blocked by a parent who is videoing.

We hope you understand.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Christmas Concert Tickets

Tickets are going home today with the eldest students. The tickets are required for entrance to the evening performances. Tickets are not required for the afternoon performance on Tuesday afternoon. For those who requested extra tickets, if any are available Mrs. David will be contacting you on Monday, December 12th.

Noon Dismissal

Friday, December 16th is the last day of school before Christmas Break. Students will be dismissed at Noon. If your child attends daycare, please ensure they are aware of the early dismissal. The first day back to school after Christmas Break is Tuesday, January 3rd.

Wed., Nov. 30
Costumes due. Please bring your costume to class.
Please send a toonie or monetary donation to defer costs attached to the Christmas concert such as lights and costumes.

Friday, Dec. 2
Gym Closed – Music in the Gym

Tuesday, Dec. 6
Gym Closed – Music in the Gym

Friday, Dec. 9
Gym Closed – Full Run Through

Monday, Dec. 12
Closed Concert Dress Rehearsal

Tuesday, Dec. 13
Open Dress Rehearsal (Parents, grandparents, family  friends are encouraged to come
to the afternoon performance.)
Doors Open 1:00 p.m.
Concert 1:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec. 13
Evening Performance Students Arrive 6:15 p.m.
Doors Open 6:30 p.m.
Concert 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 14
School Late Start: Classes will begin at 10:00 a.m. There will be supervision at 8:00 a.m. and students will be allowed in the school at 8:45 a.m. just like a regular school day. However, for any parent who wishes their child to sleep in, academics will not begin until 10:00 a.m.

Evening Performance
Students Arrive 6:15 p.m.
Doors Open 6:30 p.m.
Concert 7:00 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 15
School Late Start: Classes will begin at 10:00 a.m. (See Above)

Friday, Dec. 16
NOON DISMISSAL – School Mass 9:00 a.m. Pancake breakfast following mass.

All costumes are due into the classroom teacher by November 30, 2011.

Parental help is needed for light sewing, stitching, washing, ironing and crafting (cutting, gluing etc.) If you are able to volunteer please phone Mrs. David by Wednesday, November 16.

Thank you

Dear Parents:

Student-led Conferences are scheduled for Tuesday, November 29, 2011 from 3:00 pm – 7:40 pm. Student-led conferences are a time for you and your child to celebrate the work they have accomplished this term. Each student has twenty minutes to showcase their work. Please be respectful of the parents who have been scheduled before and after your time. If you or the teacher require a separate interview regarding your child’s academic or social progress, please set up a separate appointment time. Please indicate with an “X” approximately what time is convenient for you to see your child(ren)’s work.

Tuesday, November 29, 2011

______ 3:00 – 4:00 ______ 6:00 – 7:00

______ 4:00 – 5:00 ______ 7:00 – 7:40

Supper Break 5:00 – 6:00

Please return this notice with your child by Tuesday, November 15, 2011. A confirmation letter will be sent home by Friday, November 18, 2011. If we have not received this form back by the due date, we will assume that anytime will work for you.

Please note that there is NO SCHOOL on Tuesday, November 29th. Students are required to come, dressed in school uniform, with their parents during the allotted time. Thank you for your co-operation. We are looking forward to meeting with you.

Download Form

OLM is selling Aurora Golden Gala, locally grown apples. These Aurora apples are grown in the Okanagan valley. The Aurora is a very rare apple. It is crisp, very juicy and very sweet. Taste test repeatedly show that the internal qualities of this apple to be on the top of the list for consumer preference. The Aurora was selected as a true dessert apple. Try slicing the apples, waiting 5 minutes, then serving. You’ll love it.
These Aurora’s are individually spot picked in the best attempt to give you a tree ripened fruit of the highest quality. It’s skin is very delicate, and it’s translucent skin tends to show every bruise and superficial imperfection. Try a box and store it in your garage or root cellar to enjoy an apple a day…all winter long.
We also have a limited supply of Ambrosia and Jona Gold apples available. Please note that as there is a limited supply of the Ambrosia and Jona Gold apples, if you order these and we run out, we will substitute with the Aurora Golden Gala apples.
OLM is selling these apples this weekend November 5 & 6 at OLM Parish after Masses and the apples are also available by filling out the form below and the apples will go home with your child the week of November 7th.
Price: $5.00 for 10 apples.

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Dear Parents & Guardians:

On Tuesday November 8th, 2011 your child(ren) will be bringing home allocated booklets of Christmas Raffle Tickets which can be sold to family, friends and co-workers.

Or, as many have done in past years, you may purchase the entire three sets of booklets per student and keep the tickets for yourselves.

Please keep track of your ticket booklets as they have been assigned by number and will be recorded once they are returned to the school. Your allocated booklets of ticket stubs with payment attached must be returned by Friday November 25th , 2011.

The booklets are still required back even if you are unable to sell the tickets, but please keep your fundraising commitment in mind. This is a perfect opportunity to meet your fundraising commitment fee, as it is our second largest fundraiser of the year (next to the annual Walk-A-Thon in June). 90% of your total will go towards your Fundraising Commitment Fee. Prizes are:

- Two $ 500.00 gift cards to Metropolis at Metrotown
- Several Food Hampers

Tickets are $2.00 each, or $10.00 for a complete booklet of five tickets.

Draw Date is Thursday December 15th, 2011 @ 9:00 am at OLM School.

Please remember to attach payment as tickets cannot be entered into the draw if payment has not been attached. You may pay by cash or cheque payable to OLM School.

Thank you for supporting this fundraiser.

OLM Special Events Committee