May 22- 26, 2017
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Saint of the Month
Our Lady of Fatima

Virtue of the Month
Faith
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Clear Water Academy
2521 Dieppe Ave SW
CALGARY, Alberta T3E 7J9
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CWA Online Auction 

We would like to thank all those that attended That's AMORE! Community Celebration Dinner & Auction on May 13. It was a huge success! Guests enjoyed an authentic Italian dinner, live jazz music, and the opportunity to bid on several silent auction items. Thank you for the support and generous bidding!

We invite you to participate in our  On-line Auction that will  open on Thursday, May 25 at 6:00 a.m. and close on Tuesday, May 30 at 9:00 p.m.

Items up for bid include: a week in Fernie, a week in Orlando w/airfare, tickets to the Def Leppard concert in Calgary in June, VIP parking spots in the CWA lot, and more! A preview link of all the auction items will be sent out early next week.

Funds raised will go towards the  S emper Altius Financial Awards Bursary Programs. These programs are in place to assist families, new and existing, that could not otherwise afford a Clear Water Academy education. We thank you for your generosity and kindness!

Watch your emails and follow CWA's social media pages for updates!
RSVP By June 5
Volunteer Appreciation Night

We are so blessed and thankful to have such an amazing community that can come together and HELP! 

To recognize YOU, our volunteers, we invite you to join us on Wednesday, June 7 from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Spot On Kitchen & Bar for some appetizers and drinks.

Whether you helped for minutes or hours, we would love to spend a few hours with you.

Please RSVP by Monday, June 5.


CWA Spring Play 
Tickets Now On Sale!

It's that time of year again! Please join us and buy your tickets to this year's Spring Play: Disney's Peter Pan JR.

All performances will take place in the Athlone Hall Auditorium. Below are the performance dates and times: 
Thus., May 25th at 4:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. 
Fri., May 26th at 2:30 p.m. & 6:00 p.m.

Final Session of Women's Journey to Joy 
Tuesday, May 30

Our next and final session will take place on Tuesday, May 30. We invite and encourage you to attend even if you have missed other sessions.
 
As always, the doors will open at 9:00 a.m. and Fr. Daniel will begin at 9:15 a.m. Mass will follow in the Bessborough Hall chapel at 10:45 a.m.
 
You may want to bring a pen and a journal to note down any inspirations you receive. We will have coffee and light refreshments for you to enjoy. Hope to see many of you there!


School Council Spring Carnival

On Thursday, June 1st from 1:00 - 3:30 p.m., Student Council will host the annual Spring Carnival open to all students from Grades 2-12. 

The entrance fee for the carnival is $10 per student and includes 10 tickets that can be used at the Carnival. Carnival tickets may be used at game booths and for activities that will be set-up in the gym. Students may bring additional money if they wish to purchase more tickets or food during the Carnival. 

Prices:
Additional Tickets:
7 extra tickets - $5
15 extra tickets - $10
 
Food Items:
Popcorn - $1
Soft drinks - $1
Chips- $1
Cotton candy - $2
 
Student Council looks forward to seeing all the students at this fun event! Lots of games to play, food to eat, and prizes to be won! 

CWA Summer Camps

Clear Water Academy is offering a variety of summer camps for children ages 4 - 12. Age range varies for individual camps. 

Camps include a Summer Day Camp, Physical Literacy (Multi-Sport) Camp, Art Camp, and Drama Camp!

All summer camps are full-day and offer complimentary before and after care! Camps are posted on our WEBSITE and parents can register their child(ren) online and pay via PayPal or cheque.
 
CWA Summer Camps Promotional Video
CWA Summer Camps Promotional Video

Annual Uniform 
Fitting Sessions June 6 - 8
*By Appt Only

Top Marks annual fitting session for ALL STUDENTS will be conducted BY APPOINTMENT ONLY on June 6th, 7th and 8th from 3:00 to 7:00pm in the Bessborough Hall Music Room.  


Results From the CYSF!

Congratulations to the following students:

7B:  Robert and Nicholas R. - 3rd place in their division, each awarded $10 from the CYSF
7B:  Chudi - Honorable Mention in his division
7G:  Amber- Honorable Mention in her division

We are proud of your efforts and achievements!

Regnum Christi Men's Mission

Calling all CWA Men! Register for the Men's Mission running June 10-11, 2017.

This will be an opportunity to grow in our brotherhood, serve the local apostolates of Arcatheos & Captivenia, and provide an opportunity for other men to discern a possible call to this incredible movement!
 
We NEED your heart, your hammers, and your openness to sacrifice 36 hours for this great cause. 
 
Questions? Contact Brian Doran by EMAIL.
Summer Student 
Job Opportunity
Last Chance to Apply!

We are hiring for an Office Assistant (temporary summer position) at Clear Water Academy.  This position is open to students who are Canadian citizens and are re-enrolling for the next academic year, typically at a post-secondary institution.
 
The ideal candidate must be available to work 30 hours/week for a 6-week period (preferably May 23 - June 30). Main responsibilities would be general office duties and ad hoc tasks, as assigned. Some accounting experience will be considered an asset.
 
Interested candidates are asked to submit their resumes to Mrs.
Marta Mankiewicz, Business Manager, by EMAIL.
 
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

If you would like to order a 2016-2017 Clear Water Academy Yearbook, please click the Order Now button below. You must enter the yearbook ID code: 12897817. Yearbook are $20/each and orders must by placed by no later than May 19th.



Our Lost & Found box is overflowing and with the school year coming to an end, we would like our parents and staff to come and have a look. Perhaps your child(ren) is/are missing their coat, shoes, sweater, water bottle, lunch bag, uniform items etc. 

Any unclaimed items will be donated at the end of the school year.
   

Athletics
(Subject to change. Changes are highlighted in RED)

*Please note that the Jr. High Track Meet has been divided into two meets - CWA athletes will compete on the 26th in the Blue Meet.
 
Friday, May 19th
Glashan Cup
Flames Community Arena
3:30-5:30PM
Students vs. Staff & Parents
 
Tuesday, May 23rd
Junior High Soccer 5PM
Webber Academy
 
Tuesday, May 23rd
Senior High Soccer 4PM
Webber Academy
 
Friday, May 26th
Junior High Track Meet
Foothills Athletic Park
 
Wednesday, May 31
CWA Athletic Banquet
 
Thursday, June 1st
Junior High Track Championships
*Only those that qualify will compete in this meet
 
Thursday, June 1st
Junior High Soccer 4PM
Calgary Academy
 
Thursday, June 22nd
Clear Water Elementary Games Day

Outdoor Education
(Subject to change. Changes are highlighted in RED)
 
Tuesday, May 23rd
Grade 8 Girls
Canmore Mountain Biking
 
Date TBD
Grade 5 Boys Hike
 
Monday, June 5th
Grade 8 Boys
Canmore Mountain Biking
 
Tuesday, June 6th & 7th
Grade 8 Girls
Backpacking
 
Thursday, June 8th & 9th
Grade 7 Boys
Camping at Elk Flats
 
Date TBD
Grade 9 Girls
All Day Hike
 
Tuesday, June 13th
Grade 7 Girls
Outdoor Ed Day - Morning Only
Horseback Riding 
 
Wednesday, June 14th
Grade 5 Girls
Edworthy Park Hike