Holy Trinity News - June 2013

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Its hard to believe that another

school year is just about over.Looking back over the year wehave experienced many out-standing educational, faith, andextra-curricular successes. As aschool we believe that we havemet the spiritual, emotional andintellectual needs of our stu-dents; creating a safe secureenvironment for them to learn.

Behind all of this success arenot only dedicated, energeticteachers, but also parent volun-teers and a School Council whohave given countless hours oftheir free time to help out ourschool. Sincere thanks to eachof you. You are a true gift fromGod, and without you, much ofthis success would not be possi-ble!

To the parents of Holy Trinity,we express our admiration andappreciation for your marvelouscooperation and support, as to-gether we have worked to offerthe best education for each stu-dent entrusted to us. The col-

laboration between homeand school has helped guidethe direction of Holy Trinityand made our school a betterlearning community for all.

As we approach the end ofthe year, our thoughts natu-rally moved towards prepar-ing for exams. We encouragefamilies to start a routine of

review at home and this willultimately help with writingtheir final exams. It is im-portant that students to de-velop effective study habitsand focus on their academiccourses until the end of the

year. You can help out bycreating consistent studytimes at home and reviewingschool material with yourchildren. This will reinforcethe importance of effective

preparation for their finalexams. The important datesfor June, including an examschedule, are included in thenewsletter for your reference.

If your child is not returningto Holy Trinity next year we

would ask that you contactthe office as soon as possibleto let us know. Keeping classsizes low next year dependson having accurate enrol-ment numbers.

Finally, on a personal note Isend you all heartfeltthanks. Holy Trinity in awonderful, faith filled com-

munity and I feel truly privi-leged to have been a part ofit. I have been made to feelso welcome since my firstday and am touched by allthe support I have received. Iam sad to leave but I know

your community will contin-ue to be a wonderful place tolearn and work with Mr. Cel-lini. I would like to wish eve-ryone a safe and wonderfulsummer!

Yours in Christ,

Mr. Ryan Sawula

Holy Trinity School6610 57th Street

Olds, Alberta T4H 0E1403-556-9444 (phone)403-556-2880 (fax)

[email protected]://holytrinity.rdcrd.ab.ca

A reminder about the last day of school procedure:

For any parent that wishes, busses will pick your child(ren) up at the

regular pick-up time to bring them to the school. Students will then

have the opportunity to see their teachers and pick-up report cards. Bus-

ses will leave the school at 9:00am to return students to their homes.

Busses will NOT be returning to the school at 3:30 to take students

home. All report cards that are not picked up on June 29th will be

mailed home.


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Mr. Faughts Thoughts

The month of May seems to have flown by in the grade 3/4 classroom. Students have been enjoying the nice weather as they

begin to wrap up their last topics for each of their subjects, and excitement has been building up for our year end field trip to the

Zoo on June 19th.

In Math, the grade 3s have completed all of their program of studies! They will be spending the next month reviewing what they

learned before Christmas to try to clear out some of the cob webs that may be growing over what was learned in the first half of

the year. The grade 4s are also close to wrapping up their program of studies and are currently learning strategies to multiply and

divide up to three digit numbers.

In Science, the grade 3s and 4s are eagerly awaiting the arrival of their butterfly larva, which we will be feeding and caring foras they go through their life cycle and become mature butterflies! We have also investigated how seeds germinate and grow into

mature plants while monitoring and observing a bean seed germinate and grow. Our Science class will reach its climax when we

head to the Zoo to learn more about the life cycles of a variety of exotic animals.

In Language Arts, the grade 3s and 4s completed their final written assessment, in which they wrote a story based on a picture

prompt. It was amazing to see the growth that all of my students demonstrated during this assessment. Excellent job kids! We are

now reviewing and practicing reading comprehension strategies to prepare for the second part of their final assessment on June

11th.

In Physical Education, the grade 3s and 4s have enjoyed going outside to play capture the flag, ball tag, and soccer and have also

become masters of the high jump. For the remainder of the year, we will continue to practice track and field skills and play out-

door games.

Volunteers are a very important

part of Holy Trinity School andcontributes in many ways in mak-

ing us stand out in the communityas a warm and caring place that

makes Christ known to children.

This year the library is making

purchases of books in the volun-teers name. ~Thank-You


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"So if anyone is in Christ, there is a new creation: everything old haspassed away; see, everything has become new!" (2 Cor 5.17).This scripture was the first in the Holy Trinity Newsletters to be discussed. It informs about the

transformative power of our faith. As Easter has drawn to a close, Pentecost is an example of

how we are new creations through the Holy Spirit. It is also a challenge to put God first in our

lives and let go of the worldly concerns that distract us from Gods mission.

In just two short years, Holy Trinity has become a community which has lived this scripture. We

have formed and been a faith-filled place. Our school continually makes a positive difference in

the lives of our community at large. I have complete confidence that this will continue.

Studentswork

hard all year anddeserve the

opportunity to be recog-

nized and rewarded fortheir perseverance, dedi-cation and acts of kind-ness. On June 26, HolyTrinity School will hostits awards ceremony at10:00am at the school.

All parents, grandpar-ents and siblings are

welcome to attend thiscelebration of accom-

plishments for gradesPre-K-8.

Hello Everyone! Exciting

news for Friday, June 7th at 8p10pm after the 7pm mass in Su

dre we will be having youth grou

I am inviting everyone out to jous at this fun event, we will ha

food, and lots of games and prizThis event is for grades 7-12 bri

your friends we would love to s

you all there. Be prepared to outside so come dressed for t

weather. If you need a ride ouam sure we can arrange some c

pooling. Hope to see you thereyou have any questions plea

contact

me.Melissa (403-507-3050)


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When the good Lord was creating Fathers he started with a tall frame.

And a female angel nearby said, "What kind of Father is that? If you're going to make children so close to the ground, why

have you put fathers up so high? He won't be able to shoot marbles without kneeling, tuck a child in bed without bending, or

even kiss a child without a lot of stooping."

And God smiled and said, "Yes, but if I make him child size, who would children have to look up to?"

And when God made a Father's hands, they were large and sinewy.

And the angel shook her head sadly and said, "Do you know what you're doing? Large hands are clumsy. They can't manage

diaper pins, small buttons, rubber bands on pony tails or even remove splinters caused by baseball bats."

And God smiled and said, "I know, but they're large enough to hold everything a small boy empties from his pockets at the

end of a day...yet small enough to cup a child's face in his hands."

And then God moulded long, slim legs and broad shoulders.

And the angel nearly had a heart attack. "Boy, this is the end of the week, all right," she clucked. "Do you realize you just

made a Father without a lap? How is he going to pull a child close to him without the kid falling between his legs?"

And God smiled and said, "A mother needs a lap. A father needs strong shoulders to pull a sled, balance a boy on a bicycle,

and hold a sleepy head on the way home from the circus."

God was in the middle of creating two of the largest feet anyone had every seen when the angel could contain herself no

longer.

"That's not fair. Do you honestly think those large boats are going to dig out of bed early in the morning when the baby

cries? Or walk through a small birthday party without crushing at least three of the guests?"

And God smiled and said, "They'll work. You'll see. They'll support a small child who wants to ride a horse to Banbury

Cross, or scare off mice at the summer cabin, or display shoes that will be a challenge to fill."

God worked throughout the night, giving the Father few words, but a firm authoritative voice; eyes that saw everything, but

remained calm and tolerant.

Finally, almost as an afterthought, he added tears.

Then he turned to the angel and said, "Now, are you satisfied that he can love as much as a Mother?"

The angel said nothing more.

Erma Bombeck


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Dear Friends of Our Lady of Victory Camp,We are pleased to inform you that, in our quest to serve you better, we now offer an online registration program. Itis our hope that online registration will help to streamline the process of registering your child.

To Register online simply follow these 5 easy steps:

1. Click this link www.olvc.ab.ca

2. Click Click here to register a camper or counselor (found on the right hand side of the home screen).

3. Create a family account

4. Register your camper(s) or counselor(s) for the appropriate week based on their age.

5. Make a Payment. Payments can be made through PayPal (find the link on our website), cheque, money order, or cashmailed or delivered to 25 Boyce Street, Red Deer AB, T4R 1P1Paper registrations are still available at all Edmonton Catholic Schools as well as most parishes in central Alberta.

A few Important and exciting notes:We are allowing eight-year-olds to attend camp at the 8/9 year-olds week.

First-year counselors are only able to counsel at the weeks for 8/9s, 10s or 11s.

We are pleased to introduce World Youth Day at Home, a short week in the middle of the summer that is open to children agesnine to fourteen. Children can attend this week as well as their age week.This month we are working hard to promote OLVC in parishes and schools around the province. As always, we are amazed bythe response we are receiving. To ensure your childs place at camp this summer we strongly encourage you to register assoon as possible. The early-bird deadline for registration is May 31. Those who meet this deadline will receive a free t-shirt uponarrival!

OLVC relies on the generosity of volunteers who come out to serve as cooks, maintenance workers or nurses/doctors. Volun-teer cooks and maintenance workers are provided with training if necessary and are supervised by our staff. If you or someoneyou know is interested in helping OLVC provide a safe camp experience for our young people, you can contact the camp officefor more information (403-986-6582) or register online through olvc.ab.ca by following the link click here to register a volunt eer

or staff.Thank you for your continued support of OLVC! Your satisfaction with your camp is important to us. We look forward to seeingyou all this summer!!

2013 DATES

Counsellor's WeekJune 30 - July 5, 2013

9 Year Olds' WeekJuly 7 - July 12, 2013

10 Year Olds' WeekJuly 14 - July 19, 2013

11 Year Olds' WeekJuly 28 - August 2, 2013

12 Year Olds' WeekAugust 4 - August 9, 2013

13 Year Olds' WeekAugust 11 - August 16, 2013


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