WHEN THE CATS ARE AWAY...
This is what happens when both the Principal and the Vice are gone for the day...

It is going to be a great year!
ANNOUNCEMENTS
FOOD DRIVE THIS WEEK!
Immac is collecting the most needed food items for St. Vincent de Paul. Each class has a designated item to bring in. The most generous class wins a pizza party! #IMMACFAMILY
GREAT NEWS
GRADE 8 TIPS
You have now completed a full 4 weeks of high school! Congratulations! How is your locker looking? Have you accumulated extra papers or other garbage that could be thrown out? Is your mom missing her Tupperware that has taken up residence in your locker? How are your binders looking? Are they well organized – complete with handouts and your class notes? This is the perfect time to clean things up and get re-organized – before your binders and locker are such a mess that you don’t know where to begin. Staying organized is your first important step to success!
LC CLUBS
Come to the LC to take part in the activities planned as "Clubs". We will be running these clubs for 8 weeks each throughout the year. Activities will range from Linus Project (blanket making) to Robotics. Thursday we start with Games Club!
ATHLETIC NEWS
It has been a busy week in the world of Mustang Athletics as all of our fall teams took to the field of play.
The Boys Soccer team found their winning stride at Aberdeen Hall on Wednesday, coming back from 1-0 down at half to win 3-1. The Mustangs showed a lot of resilience in fighting back. A true team effort was capped by goals by Mateo Oliveira and Sandro Segovia (2). All of the players on the team showed a lot of heart and hustle throughout a tough match. The boys now travel to Osoyoos for a tournament this weekend, before taking on KCS in league play on Monday.

The Sr. Girls Volleyball team began league play on Wednesday and earned a 2 sets to 1 win against Aberdeen Hall. The Mustangs began the game very strong, handily taking set one, before Aberdeen won set two, forcing a third set. The Mustangs came out slow in the third and decisive set, going behind 9-2 before completing an incredible comeback and winning the set 15-12. Another great example of Mustang resilience and heart! Way to never give up Mustangs! The girls travel to Mt. Sentinel Secondary School in Slocan Valley this weekend for a tournament.

The Sr. Boys Volleyball team began their season on Wednesday as they travelled to George Elliot to take on George Elliot and KCS. The boys fought hard against George Elliot taking one set, before struggling in their match against KCS. I am certain we will see a ton of improvements from this young, upstart Mustangs team throughout the season. The boys look ahead to league play next Wednesday as they host games against Summerland and South Okanagan.

The Gr. 8 Boys and Girls both got off to hot starts to their respective seasons on Monday as they each won 2 matches to improve to 2-0 on the young season. The girls travelled to Canyon Falls where they defeated KCS and Canyon Falls, while the boys travelled to Dr. Knox where they defeated Dr. Knox and George Elliot. Congratulations to the newest Mustangs on their early-season successes!

This Friday the Jr. Girls and Jr. Boys Volleyball teams tip off their season as they both compete in the Best of the West tournament. Best of luck to both the Jr. Boys and Jr. Girls in their first games of the season!

Thank you to everyone for following the guidelines for high school sports in the Central Okanagan this year. A reminder that each athlete is allowed 1 spectator for indoor sports and 2 for outdoor sports, masks are mandatory indoors, and social distancing will be maintained as much as possible.

Go Mustangs!
CANADIAN ROSARY RALLY -KELOWNA
All Immaculata families and friends are invited to join in the first Rosary Rally to be held in Kelowna on Saturday, October 16th. This initiative started in 2014, now has over 600 cities pledged to participate in 2021.
The Rosary Rally involves praying the rosary outdoors, in a public location such as a park. The rationale is to "let the light of our faith shine" in our communities.
From Eileen Collins, the coordinator: "As we reach out into the community we turn to Mary, Star of the Sea for help in times of trouble".
The plan is to gather in the parking lot of Immaculate Conception Church at 11:30 am, form a procession with the statue of Our Lady of Fatima, and walk over to Rowcliffe Park (former KSS site). Once gathered there, the rosary prayer will start at 12 noon. "This location will allow us to be visible to the public, yet, have a quiet space as we pray in the park". Families and students are encouraged and most welcomed to join!
For more information email Mrs. Uhrich at iuhrich@cisnd.ca
I.S.O.
HOMESTAYS URGENTLY NEEDED
Do you have a spare bedroom in your home and a little extra love in your heart? We are looking for homestays for our international students for this school year. Homestays provide our students with a home away from home by providing the comfort of a family environment, meals, and transportation to and from school. Hosting a student is a learning experience for everyone! You and your family get to learn about a new culture and your student learns about Canadian family life, traditions, and celebrations. We pay $925 per month to host families. If you’re interested in learning more, or know someone who might, please contact Mrs. Brodeur at irhs.ahc@cisnd.ca.
ORDER NOW

Ordering starts tonight and ends October 6 at 11 p.m.

 
ACHIEVEMENTS
SCHOOL HIGHLIGHTS
A BIG HUGE THANK YOU FOR OUR BEAUTIFUL DESK
Mr. Henry Grenier and Mr. Jeff Grenier pose behind their masterpiece
Once a Mustang always a Mustang
The Learning Commons is sporting a brand new reception desk and we are beyond excited! We are more than thankful to the Grenier family who generously donated their talent and time to custom build this beautiful circulation desk for us.
The project was a whole Mustang family endeavour, starting with Mr H. Grenier (grandpa and Mustang parent), Mr J. Grenier (Immac alumni), Sophia (alumni), Oliver (alumni), Flora & Charlie (current Mustangs), and mom Alison (alumni)!!!
What an awesome example of Mustang spirit in action.
Hopefully you can see Mrs. Uhrich's smile behind her mask! She is grinning ear to ear.
THANK YOU GRENIER FAMILY!!!!
Small School. Big Family.
LEADERSHIP
FROM OUR ACADEMIC COUNSELLOR:
Some parents asked for these at the meetings last Monday. They are available on our website as well.

Graduation Assessments Information for Parents and Students
 
Graduation assessments assess student achievement during the graduation years (10-12). See the links below for more information on these assessments
 
Grade 10 Numeracy
·        Grade 10 Numeracy Assessment
Grade 10 Literacy
Grade 12 Literacy
Please CALL the office at
250-762-2730
and leave a recorded message for Mrs. Despins if your child will be absent or late. 
It is very important that every student is accounted for when marked away and Mrs. Despins will be calling if she has not heard from you. 
Almighty God, Creator In accordance with Your gracious will, May I reflect Your image in thought and deed. Please guide me in Your holy purpose, Granting every grace and blessing that I need. Amen.heartofthenation.org
CALENDAR ITEMS:
TERRY FOX RUN
OCT 7

FOOD DRIVE
SEPT 28-OCT 7

PARENT TEACHER INTERVIEWS
OCT 7 -EVENING ONLY
OCT 8 -NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS

THANKSGIVING DAY - NO SCHOOL
OCT 11

SCHOOL MASS- UNIFORM DAY
OCT 12