The Ofrenda in the Learning Commons turned out beautiful! Thank you to all who took part.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

GRAD SHOW IS COMING...

The annual Grad Show is fast approaching on Friday, February 2 and we are asking for your support as a member of the Immaculata family. Everyone (student/family/friends from grades 8-12) in the Immaculata school community is invited!

One component of this evening is the Grapes for Grads Wall of Wine and Spirits. In simple terms it is a wall of wine and spirits. Each bottle has a number which pertains to a number that our patrons can purchase during the evening of the Grad Show. Buy a number. Get a bottle. Everyone Wins! It could be a $20 bottle of Quails Gate Reserve or a $100 bottle of your favourite single malt scotch.

How You Can Help!

We are asking people to generously bring a bottle of commercially produced wine or spirits to the school office as a donation towards the Grad Show.

Tickets for a chance at one of the bottles will go on sale at the “Back to the Future” Grad Show happening February 2^h.

Where the Proceeds Go!

This event has now been running for over twenty years. All proceeds from this event help offset the costs for the annual grad retreat, the grad ceremony itself and prom banquet, bursaries, and even awards engraving.

Where to Drop Off Your Bottle!

Bottles can be dropped off (brought in by parents only please) at Immaculata School office.

More information on Grad Show ticket sales will be coming soon.

Thank you for supporting our school!

The Grad Show Committee

PSG NEWS

Our PSG will be selling Christmas arrangements again this year as a fundraiser. The link to “Growing Smiles” website is open now and you can access it below. Please consider supporting this fundraiser as all the monies raised benefit all our students. Deadline for ordering is Nov 23rd.

PDF order form

ORDER HERE

More information on this fun event to come in the next few weeks. For now, mark your calendars!

A NEW INCENTIVE:

Get ready to spread some holiday cheer and win fantastic prizes by participating in our Christmas Arrangements Fundraising Challenge! We're excited to announce that the student with the highest sales will be rewarded with a fabulous gift basket worth $30! Take a peak it’s in the Learning Commons.

To get started, head over to our dedicated team site for sales at http://Immaculata.growingsmilesfundraising.com. There, you'll find all the information you need to kickstart your fundraising efforts. There is a location on the team site (“I would like to support”) please make sure you get the credit you deserve. Don't have access to the internet? No problem! PDF order forms are available in the Learning Commons for your convenience.

Remember, every sale counts, and your contribution will make a difference in our school. Let's work together to make this holiday season special for everyone!

Happy selling, and may the best seller win!

Warm regards,

Crystal Sinclair

Fundraising Coordinator PSG

WINTER PACKS COLLECTION

NEW THIS YEAR

This year at Immac we are dedicating a bulletin board to the memory of those who have passed. Starting Nov 2, on the feast of All Souls, we invite you to send us or bring a picture of your loved one, along with their name and date of passing. We will add it to our wall and will pray for them throughout the month.

We hope the whole student body and community can join and include their deceased loved ones.

For any questions or comments please contact iuhrich@cisnd.ca

JOIN OUR MASS CHOIR

Are you musical? Can you play an instrument? Any experience with choir? Just like to sing? We welcome all students and perhaps parents who would like to join our Mass choir. This is a great opportunity to earn parent participation hours. We meet on Tuesdays after school. For more information please email or see Mr. Witkowski, Ms. Stelzig, or Mrs. Uhrich

ACHIEVEMENTS

HALLOWEEN DANCE AND OTHER FUN

It was a very busy week! Between the dance last Friday, and Halloween activities this Tuesday, student council must be exhausted! Thank you to all who came out to the dance and had a great time. Fabulous costumes, great snacks, and the kids’ favourite music…some of which the adults also recognized! Then on Tuesday, we saw a whole array of costumes from home made to fancy blow ups; and the students all had a chance to get spooked at the traditional Haunted House hosted by the grade 12s.

More photos here

DIA DE MUERTOS (DAY OF THE DEAD)

We had a great turnout on Thursday Nov 2, at the Learning Commons for Day of the Dead celebrations.

The Spanish club, together with the International department, hosted this year's event. All students were invited to partake and learn something about this Mexican tradition. Those who were there had a chance to add to the Ofrenda, help decorate, make flowers, play a game of Loteria (Mexican bingo) and have a taste of Pan de Muertos.

More photos here

Small School. Big Family.

LEADERSHIP

FROM OUR COMMUNITY

THIS SUNDAY AT SPX

It's that time of year again!! The St. Joe's PSG is fundraising with Purdys. The proceeds of all of our fundraisers go towards providing the "extras" to our school community. So stock up on your favourite Purdys treats for a great cause!

Please follow and share the link with friends and family. Orders close November 21st. Pick up will be December 7th & 8th at St. Joe's.

If you have any questions, please contact Shelley at 250-300-3028 or smbrodeur75@gmail.com

Thank you!

https://fundraising.purdys.com/1769617-111588

YOU WON'T WANT TO MISS THIS EVENT!

Made For More - Kelowna, Canada

Eventbrite - Theology of the Body Institute presents Made For More - Kelowna, Canada - Thursday, February 8, 2024 at Immaculata Regional High School, Kelowna, BC. Find event and ticket information.

THE COST OF POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION: BENEFITS OF APPLYING FOR SCHOLARSHIP/BURSARIES

The cost of a post-secondary education is rising. An article from CBC News “Rising tuition, student debt weigh heavily on post-secondary students” (https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/pricedout-postsecondary-1.6378577 )states that “Canadian post-secondary students are facing ever-rising tuition, higher prices for food, housing and other necessities as well as looming debt after graduation. “(Ben Nelms/CBC). Covering those rising costs may be difficult.

Scholarships may fill the financial gap for some families.

This section will link you to our website and all the resources included under the counsellor's section.

Please see Counsellor's Corner for links and information about mental health support.

Check this section for updates on scholarships, graduation reminders, and other academic support notes and information.

BENEFITS OF APPLYING FOR SCHOLARSHIPS

OC IMPORTANT DATES AND NEWS

Please CALL the office at

250-762-2730

and leave a recorded message for Ms. Despins if your child will be absent or late.

It is very important that every student is accounted for when marked away. This will save Ms. Despins time when recording attendance.

Mon, Nov 6: Pita Pit

Tue, Nov 7: It's a Bakery

Wed, Nov 8: Relvas

Thu, Nov 9: Edo Japan

Ordering for the Nov/Dec term is now closed.

Thank you for your orders.

Lord Jesus, In a world that values getting ahead, May I willingly follow You; In a world where people are given numbers, May I give thanks that You know me by name; In a world of uncertainty, May I trust that You are Truth; In a world where news is filled with violence, May more people believe that You came to make things new; In a world filled with opportunism, May I seek opportunities to serve; In a world where people face hardship, May I see Your face in everyone I meet. Amen.

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CALENDAR ITEMS:

LAST DAY FOR DPA, ASSIGNMENTS, SERVICE HOURS

NOV 6

IE PACKAGES OUT

NOV 7

GRADE 12 RETREAT

NOV 8

REMEMBRANCE DAY PARALITURGY

NOV 9

HOPE OUTREACH WINTER COLLECTION

OCT 30-NOV 13