March 5 - 2, 2018
In This Issue
 
King's Fold  - Join Us For The Women's Full of Grace Retreat!
King's Fold - Join Us For The Women's Full of Grace Retreat! ONLY ONE SPOT LEFT!
 
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In an effort to engage our community and provide clarity and transparency on any number of school activities and issues, we hold a monthly Coffee and Conversation meeting with our parents. Come out and meet other school families and the members of our administration team.

Next Coffee & Conversation:
Thursday, March 22
Athlone Hall Auditorium
at 8:30 a.m.
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 In an effort to support the High School Trips and other school initiatives, we have an on-going bottle drive at Clear Water Academy. This is an easy way to contribute!

Drop off your bottles, cans, and milk jugs to the shed next to the gym. The shed will be open from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 pm. Monday to Friday.

Thank you for your support!
 
Clear Water Academy
2521 Dieppe Ave SW
CALGARY, Alberta T3E 7J9
(403) 217-8448

 
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As was communicated by Darren Forrester via email on March 1st, this is to remind you of important calendar changes for this school year. 

Please see communication with details HERE.

ONLY ONE SPOT LEFT!
Full of Grace Weekend Retreat
March 9 - 11, 2018

Thank you to those that have already registered! We only have one spot left, so please consider joining us for our 3rd annual Women's Full of Grace Weekend Retreat from March 9 - 11, 2018 at  King's Fold Retreat and Renewal Centre. 


Jr. High and High School Summative Exam Schedule

The next session of Summative Exams will take place beginning Monday, March 12th and running until Tuesday, March 20th.

*Please note that regular classes will take place during exam days and students will not be dismissed to go home at 12:00 noon.

See exam schedule HERE.

Parenting for Purity
With Jason Evert

Attention parents: you are invited to a special presentation with Jason Evert on Wednesday, March 7 at St. James' Church in Okotoks at 6:30 p.m.

Jason Evert is a world renowned speaker and he will address Parenting for Purity as his key message.

In our secular society where kids are being bombarded with highly sexualized messages we need to (as parents and caring adults) step up, protect them, and get involved.  

Watch the video below for details. To register, email Jennifer Rorke. Fee is $10/person.

Parenting for Purity with Jason Evert
Parenting for Purity with Jason Evert


Prayer Intentions 
For Our Grade 2 Students

Please join us in praying for the Grade 2  students and for those that are preparing to receive the Sacrament of First Communion this month.

Holy Week
Mercy Mission

Join us this Holy Week at Sacred Heart Church for a Mercy Mission from  March 28-31 and have a transformational experience for you and your family.

Click HERE for details. 

Join Us In This Year's 
Lenten Campaign

Our High School Boys will be travelling to the Dominican Republic this year for a mission trip.

We are asking our community to help make their mission amazing by bringing in different supplies for an orphanage they will be visiting. Each class will aim to pile up a "mountain" of supplies in their classroom.

On March 20th, the class with the tallest "mountain" will be rewarded!


Next Session 
Tuesday, March 20th!
Walking with Purpose
Women's Study

Walking with Purpose is a beautiful program for women interested in growing in their faith through a guided study of scripture. 
 
The program started, but it's not too late to join! The next session will be on Tuesday, March 20th. Each session will begin with the celebration of the Holy Mass at 9:00 a.m. 
 
Dates for the study Mar 20, Apr 17, and May 22.
Cost: $25 (includes the workbook)
 
For details, click HERE. To register, click on the Register Now button below.
 
Questions? Please contact Margaret Matthews, Formation Director, by EMAIL.

Feast of Divine Mercy
Sunday April 8, 2018
 
Where: At Mary, Mother of the Redeemer Parish  1714 - 14 Avenue NE.
 
Come and join us for a "Mercy Deal" with Jesus
In our time, when the family is so much under attack
offer your family to the Merciful Love of Jesus, consoles His Heart
and choose to receive the graces and mercy that other families refuse.

For details, click HERE.
 
Program:
1:00 p.m. Eucharistic Celebration (Spanish Mass)
2:00 p.m. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
(Songs and Reflections in English, Spanish and Italian)
3:00 p.m. Chaplet of Divine Mercy
3:30 p.m. Veneration of the Divine Mercy Image
4:00 p.m. Potluck Celebration
 
Jesus: "On that day the very depths of My tender mercy are open" (Diary 699)

Your Best Lent Ever!

We encourage you to sign-up for the free series Best Lent Ever offered through Dynamic Catholic.

By signing up, you will receive daily video and reflections to guide you through Lent. Focus on your spiritual wellness this Lenten season!

To sign-up: Click HERE.

AGUA QUINA Demo (Calgary, Canada)
AGUA QUINA

Tickets Are Selling Fast!
Don't Delay - Buy Yours Today!

Thank you to those that have already purchased their tickets/tables! Please make sure to spread the word and remind your fellow parents to buy their tickets soon!

Our Community Celebration Dinner & Auction will take place on May 5, 2018 and our entertainment will be Agua Quina! (see video above).

Buy individual tickets or get a group together and buy a table!


Ticket Price: $75/per person
Includes a nice glass of wine and authentic Mexican food. ($500 for table of eight; $600 for a table of ten) We are offering  FREE Babysitting on the night of the event! 


Want to help organize this special event? 
Join our Planning Committee! "Many hands make light work".  No previous event planning experience required - everyone welcome!

Questions or to sign-up: Email Karin Vetter
REGISTER NOW!
Basketball Bonanza

In support of Mary's Meals, enjoy a fun-filled family evening on Saturday, March 10th from 5:00 to 9:00 pm at SAIT.

There will be a three-point shooting competition, followed by a dunk contest and basketball game with local celebrities including Calgary Flames Alumni and TV personalities! 

Donations will be accepted to raise funds to feed children in Mary's Meals schools in Malawi, Africa. 

Have FUN and help a great cause!


   

Athletics
(subject to change)

JUNIOR HIGH BASKETBALL
To View all Junior High Basketball Events and Schedules, click HERE .

HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL
To View all High School Basketball Events and Schedules: Click HERE.

Outdoor Education
(subject to change)

Thursday, March 8th
Grade 7 Boys & Girls Cross Country Skiing
Depart CWA @ 8:45 a.m
Return to CWA @ 3:30 p.m.

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If you have not filled out an Outdoor Education Waiver yet (students in Grades 7 - 10), please submit to Mr. Delaval as soon as possible. Thank you!

Questions? Please email Mr. Delaval, Athletics Director.