With so many awesome shots of our Terry Fox Run, we had to share. As they say, a picture is worth a thousand words. |
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You can still donate to this great cause through our link here
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A tie was declared between 9A (Mme Perez) 168 cans of soup and 8b (Ms. Dawson) 41 boxes of cereal. Mr. Wilson gives an average dollar amount to each item to determine the financial donation by class.
Other highlights were 37kg of peanut butter from 11B and 80kg of rice from 11A
As winners, the grade 9As and 8Bs nominated Mrs. Weidner to wear the "Turkey hat" all day. She was such a good sport, she even had a whole list of sayings which she made sure to include in her lessons (you can see a small sample in our opening vignette).
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This year we are trying something new for Rooted in Faith -Praying for our Catholic Schools.
We recognize there are a lot of parents, grandparents, etc., who would like to join us to pray for our school family, but are unable to do so in person for various reasons including work hours. The meeting for RIF is on Thursdays at 1:30, in the Bedford Room at ICC and understandably, this is right in the middle of a workday for many.
However, Jesus is able to honour our prayers and for Him time is relative, so we believe that even if you join us at a different day and time, you are still part of the collective effort of prayer for our intentions. Keeping this in mind, we would like to encourage you to join us by signing up to pray at your convenience for any class as scheduled here. It is easy; you simply put your name on the list and then pray however you would like for the class and their intentions any time during that week. A sample prayer format will be emailed to you in case you would like to follow the same process the group uses in person (this is entirely optional). After the meeting, the scheduled class receives a prayer card signed by those who prayed for them that week; your name will be added to that card.
"So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness." - Col 2:6-7
To sign up:
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Mustangs Athletics Clothing
Hey Mustangs! Here is your chance to order some Mustangs sweatshirts, backpacks, long sleeve t-shirts, and more for the coming seasons of play. The online store will close on October 24, and orders will be delivered to the school in early November.
Athletics Updates
This past Wednesday the Sr. Boys Soccer team travelled to Aberdeen Hall for their final league match needing a win or a tie to move on in their season. The boys started the game well and controlled much of the play throughout, creating many scoring chances. Unfortunately, the boys were not able to take advantage of their opportunities and lost the match. This marks the end of the season for a very young Mustangs team who will be returning 8 of 11 starters next season and are already looking forward to 2022, determined to return to Valley and Provincial Championships.
The Sr. Boys Volleyball team played a pair of great matches in Summerland on Wednesday. The boys appear to be rounding into form just in time for a run at qualifying for the Valley and Provincial Championships.
The Sr. Girls Volleyball team continues this weekend as we are a host gym for the Best of the West tournament. The girls are excited and looking forward to next week when they travel to Vancouver to compete in the BC Catholic Schools Tournament hosted at Notre Dame. “Catholics” are a highlight of the season for all of our senior teams who have a chance to compete in them. BC Catholic Schools Championships are hosted in Jr. Girls Volleyball (Little Flower Academy), Sr. Girls Volleyball (Notre Dame), Sr. Boys and Sr. Girls Soccer (Archbishop Carney), and Sr. Girls and Sr. Boys Basketball (Holy Cross).
Basketball Referees Needed
There is a current shortage of referees for all sports in the province. I have heard that some sports have lost up to 70% of their officials since leagues were last run. Refereeing is a great opportunity for our students to earn money on weekends and evenings. For more information on refereeing basketball visit https://basketball.bc.ca/index.php?NSWAT_url=becomeanofficial. Or you can contact Kelowna Minor Basketball for more information.
Reminder – 1 Spectator per Student-Athlete
Please remember that there is a strict limit for spectators in the gym. Therefore, only 1 spectator is allowed for each student-athlete. Thank you for your continued support in this regard.
Go Mustangs!
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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!
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HOMESTAYS URGENTLY NEEDED |
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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. |
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SERVICE HOURS OPPORTUNITY |
Students needed for Pyrogy making at the Ukrainian Catholic church. No experience is necessary, we will teach you!
October 16th @ 9am
1091 Coronation Ave.
*Bring your yellow service hours sheet to be signed by Olena
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THURSDAYS IN THE LC -GAMES CLUB |
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Students have enjoyed playing a variety of board games during lunchtime these past two Thursdays. Games club runs until November 18 |
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Small School. Big Family. |
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FROM OUR ACADEMIC ADVISOR: |
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Grade 11-12 Parent Meeting
October 18, 2021
5 pm Room 2
Mrs. Angela Griffin
Academic Advisor
Topics Covered:
· What requirements are needed to graduate?
· What math should I take?
· Do I need a second language?
· What is Capstone?
· How do students sign up for transcripts?
· Post- Secondary Applications and Information
· College, University, Applied Skills?
· What if I want to attend university in the US?
· COBSS (Central Okanagan Bursary and Scholarship Society)
· Provincial Scholarships
· The importance of being well rounded
· Important Grad dates and events
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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.
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Lord, affliction You accepted And suffering You bore. When my struggles weigh heavily, Please help me all the
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CALENDAR ITEMS:
PARENT MEETINGS GR 11/12
OCT 18 @ 5PM
PROVINCIAL PRO D - NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS
OCT 22
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