414 Pendygrasse Road
Saskatoon, Sk S7M 4M3
Phone: 659-7390 Fax: 659-2122
Principal: Mr. O. Fortosky
Vice-Principal: Mr. C. Doepker
Office: Mrs. D. Moroz/Mrs. T. Earl
Community Coordinator: Ms. T. Lynds
Home Liaison Worker: Ms. S. Panko-Shultz
Prayers and Intentions
On this upcoming Remembrance Day when we remember veterans and all people who have served in war and peace keeping missions, may God bless them and their families for their sacrifice as we offer this prayer of peace. “Father in Heaven, lift the hearts of those for whom this holiday is not just diversion, but painful memory and continued deprivation. Bless those whose dear ones have died. We remember with compassion and heartfelt thanks, those who have died serving their country." Amen
No School – There is no school for all students on the following days.
Friday, November 11th is Remembrance Day
Monday, November 14th – Teacher’s Convention
Tuesday, November 15th – Professional Learning Day
Thank you to Madilyn B.who will represent St. Mark School at the Remembrance Day Celebration.
Remembrance Day Ceremony – Each year at this time, we take a few moments to reflect upon the sacrifices made by soldiers around the world in the past and present conflicts. We hope that through this, and the wearing of poppies provided by the Royal Canadian Legion and the Department of Veterans Affairs, that we remember. The students and staff of St. Mark School will participate in a Remembrance Day Ceremony which will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 10th. Parents/Guardians are welcome to join us. Poppies will be distributed to all students and staff. We hope that all who receive a poppy will offer a small donation which will be sent to the Royal Canadian Legion to help recover some of their costs in providing these to us.
Progress Reports and Three Way Conferencing – Start booking now!
All students in Grade 1 – 8 will take home progress reports at the student Three-Way Conferences. Three-Way conferences will take place on Thursday, November 24th from
3:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and on Friday, November 25th from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. A confirmation reminder will be sent home with your child on Tuesday, November 22nd. Please call the school office at 659-7390 if your time booked is not convenient for you.
Three Way Conferences for Kindergarten Groups M & T will take place on Thursday, November 24th from 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. and on Friday, November 25th from 9:00 – 12:00 noon. Parents are welcome to book their Three-Way Conferences online at You would enter your login and password that was emailed to you last week. You may also book your Three Way Conference by completing the form sent home or by calling the school office or emailing your requested time to . PrK will not be holding interviews.
Spirit Days & House Leagues at St. Mark School
Thank you to the St. Mark School SRC for arranging Spirit Days for our students and staff! Spirit days are designed as emotional support for one's educational institution. This can be manifested in the exhibition of school colors in dress and decoration, attendance of athletic events, or verbally in the form of chants or cheers. These are days when we boost the fun we already have learning! We have four House Leagues at St. Mark School; Earth, Wind, Water, & Fire. Students are placed in a House League for the school year. They collect points for their House League by participating in Spirit Day events. Upcoming Spirit Days in October are as follows. Look for more Spirit Days in upcoming newsletters!
November Spirit Days – Flannel Fridays in November – Wear Flannel on Fridays in November!
Scholastic Book Fair Comes to St. Mark School - The Scholastic Book Fair is just around the corner! The book fair will be held for 5 days November 21 – 25. Classroom browsing will be on Monday and Tuesday; Wednesday afternoon and Thursday all day will be for classroom buying (no parents at this time please). Thursday evening, November 24 is family night and Friday, November 25 morning only, is also for family buying. This is your opportunity to browse and buy from the book fair with your child or by yourself and enter the draw for $25 worth of free merchandise for your child and $25 worth of merchandise for your child’s teacher. The Scholastic Book Fair is the only fundraiser for our library. Monies raised are used to purchase books and new technology for our library. Please consider supporting this major fund raiser for the library and do a little Christmas shopping at the same time! If you have any questions regarding the book fair, please call our Teacher-Librarian at 659-7394 or the school office.
Knights of Columbus Carol Festival 2016 - For Your Planning Purposes - Mark Your Calendars
This is the 59th Knights of Columbus Carol Festival! The title of the festival this year will be "A Journey to Bethlehem”, and reflectsand the journey of Joseph and Mary back to their roots to celebrate the birth of Jesus. This event features the Catholic School Choirs of Saskatoon and will be staged at TCU Place at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, December 5th and Tuesday, December 6th. The Noon Festival of Carols takes place from 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. on December 5th, 7th, 12th & 14th. The St. Mark School Choir will perform during the evening performance of Tuesday, December 6th. Ticket prices for K. of C. Festival are: $12.00 adults, $3.00 for children (age 5 – 14). Children under 5 free. Noon Festival of Carols - No Charge. Seating is rush seating only.
Family Christmas Celebration – Thursday, December 15th
Due to popular demand, staff will be arranging a Family Christmas night which will take place on Thursday, December 15th. There will be sleigh rides (so dress warm) and a variety of stations for students and parents to participate in as well as an opportunity to join in some Christmas caroling. We’ll be writing a letter to invite a very popular, very jolly guest who wears a very red outfit. Mark your calendar!
We Ho, Ho, Ho..pe to see you there!!
The Jumpstart Afterschool Programbegan at St. Mark School on November 1, 2016.The Jumpstart Afterschool Program will provide children and youth opportunity to develop general fitness, sports-specific skills, cultural knowledge and social skills within the context of an Afterschool Program. Program offerings will include fitness and team sports skill development, powwow dancing and other cultural arts, healthy play, nutrition awareness and student leadership skills. It will run on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdaysfrom November 1, 2016 to March31, 2017. The program is for students ages 9 to 12 (grades 4 to 7). If you are interested in this program for your child(ren), please contact Tiffany Linds at 659-7398.
MEND is back! (Mind, Exercise, Nutrition, Do It!)
Starting next week, on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., the MEND program will take place at St. Mark School. For more information or to register for this program, please call Ms. T. Lynds at 306-659-7398 or Mrs. S. Panko –Schultz at 306-659-7776. See the MEND website!
Breakfast for Learning
St. Mark School is supported by Breakfast for Learning. Breakfast for Learning is a national charitythat educates and empowers communities to deliver school based nutrition programs, helping children and youth realize their full potential in life. Breakfast for Learning's vision is to ensure all children and youth in Canada attend school well nourished, improving their ability to learn, giving them the best chance of success in life.
Doors Open to Students Before and After School Hours – CLASSES BEGIN AT 8:40 am
Students should not enter the school before 8:20 a.m. and should not be entering the school after school hours. Supervision is available throughout hallways after 8:30 a.m. St. Mark is fortunate to have an After-School program therefore, our doors are kept open for those parents only to pick up their children.
Merit Awards for Grades 6, 7, and 8 Students - Students who would like to apply for an award need to complete an application on the last 2 days of the month. The applications must be signed by a staff member and a peer.Students must: 1) Be working to the best of their ability; completing all assignments on time and making good use of class time. 2) Show respect for their school, community and self. 3) Be responsible for their own academics, attendance and attitude.Students applying for a Merit Award can look forward to earning prizes and special privileges.Earn 4 or more Merit Awards this year and be part of the special year end celebration. See Mrs. Panko-Schultz for applications.
St. Mark’s Community School Collective Kitchen
Are you looking to learn how to cook healthier and more nutritious meals?Learn new kitchen skills and recipes and meet new people? This cooking group is for you! if you would love to have a freezer stocked with pre-made healthy meals. Whether you are new cook, or a veteran, we've got room for you.
Here's how it works. This program is heavily subsidized so your fee is only $10.00 for24-32 portions of food!!Some examples of food that we made in last year’s Collective Kitchen: Taco Soup, Homemade Pizza, beef and vegetable stew, honey cornmeal muffins, BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches, Creamy Coleslaw and so much more!! We take home delicious, nutritious food every cooking session. So if you are interested in taking home tasty meals for your family, learning new recipes, making new friends and saving money on your food budget, please call Chantalle at
306-280-4212.All caregivers of St. Mark’s School children are welcome that includes grandparents, aunts and Dads as well. Space is limited - Pre-registration is required
Join Us at Parent and Tot – St. Mark School – TUESDAYS from 9:30 – 11:30
This free program is for families and their children aged 0 – 6 years. The runs til end of June. Come for free play, stories, songs, craft and a snack in the first hour. Second hour has childcare for the kids so the parents can enjoy a warm coffee and support. Everyone welcome! For more information contact Barb Fredrickson at 306-227-9382 or . Or search us on Facebook!
St. Mary’s Clinic Available to You
Parents should be aware that there is a free clinic available at St. Mary Elementary School. Dr. Mehtar is available on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. You may reach either by telephone at 659-7837 or walk in to the clinic at 327 Avenue N South.
St. Patrick Parish – 3339 Centennial Drive – Saskatoon, Sask. 384-1100
Weekend masses at St. Patrick Parish are Saturday, 5:00 P.M. and Sunday, 10:30 A.M.
Rev. Gerard Cooperand St. Patrick Pastoral Council
“You can teach a student a lesson for a day, but if you can teach them to learn by creating curiosity, they will continue the learning process as long as they live.”
(Clay P. Bedford)
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Fairhaven Community Association
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PD Day Camp for children 4 years – grade 6 at McClure United Church
on the following dates: January 27, March 10 and May 19
from 9-3:30 with the option of before and after care.
Please visit to download a registration form or phone 306-373-1753 for more information.