Immaculata is hosting a Digital Awareness session for all students during Catholic Schools Week. The session will be presented by Digital Black Belt.

Students will learn the effects of heavy social media use, the psychology behind apps, and strategies to manage screen time, among other things. A session for parents is also being offered free of charge on February 6^th at 6:30 pm in the school’s gym, all parents are encouraged to attend. Students’ session is scheduled for February 5, at 11AM.

As part of the presentations, we would like to invite you to fill out the following anonymous survey. Data collected from them will be shared during the presentations. Also, we would like to know how many people to expect, so kindly RSVP if you are thinking of coming. See button below.

PURDY'S FUNDRAISER

We are thrilled to announce our upcoming Purdy's Easter Chocolate Fundraiser! This delightful campaign not only promises to sweeten up your Easter but also aims to support our Parent Support Group.

Visit the Purdy's website, https://fundraising.purdys.com/1923970-116009 which is now set up and ready to go, to explore a delectable array of chocolates. Your purchases will not only treat your taste buds but will also directly contribute to our community. Order by March 2 and delivery March 12th.

Thank you for your sweet support!

Warmest Easter Wishes,

Parent Support Group

Order form

HORTICULTURE 11 RETURNS!!!

I am very excited to be offering Horticulture 11 in semester two! With that in mind, I am looking for a few things to get us started. If you have any of the following items that could be donated, please contact me (fvos@cisnd.ca) or drop them off at the school! Here are a few things on my wish list:

·        Whole indoor plants or clippings from indoor plants that can be propagated.

·        Seeds (all types!)

·        Garden tools such as shovels, rakes, spades, etc.

·        Small and medium sized pots

·        Expertise… do you have a gardening gift or skill you could share with us?

CHINESE NEW YEAR

The International Department is inviting all the students and staff to celebrate the 2024 Lunar New Year, on Friday Feb 9, during lunch time in the Learning Commons. Join us and try some Chinese treats, learn a bit about this important celebration, and feel free to wear something red, as it symbolizes good luck, fortune and prosperity.

CALLING ALL MUSTANGS

Monday 6:45pm at Immaculata. Sr. Boys will play KCS in a one game playoff for a berth to Valley Championships!!

Come out and cheer on the girls at 5pm and the boys at 6:45pm

Need Mustang Nation to be there!

KIDS ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY

KAT club is back this year providing a module in Coding. As before, the course is $200. Each course will have 8 classes and needs to have a minimum of 5 students. Potential start date February 7. Wednesdays after school from 3:30 to 4:30 pm. Coding level from beginner to intermediate.

If you are still interested in joining this class, please email Mrs. Uhrich at iuhrich@cisnd.ca by Tuesday Feb 6th for more information on how to register.

MATH CONTEST HONOURS

Congratulations to Owen Mancuso and Clare Sturgeon on ranking within the top 25% of contestants of the Canadian Intermediate Mathematics Contest!

Further congratulations go out to Jethro Sia, who not only ranked within the top 25% of contestants in the Canadian Senior Mathematics Contest, but also earned a certificate for performance with honours for the Canadian Open Mathematics Challenge, the most difficult math contest of the school year

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

OLOL MEMBERS

Any IRHS students that attend Our Lady of Lourdes Parish are invited to attend the Catholic Schools Week opening Mass at that parish. It will be on FEBRUARY 4^th, at 11 am. Please wear your school uniform to this Mass to represent your Catholic School.