December 2nd Newsletter

Prayer

God of hope and promise, as we journey through Advent, may we prepare our hearts for the coming of your Son. Help us to be a light in the darkness, sharing your love and compassion with all those in need. May this season be filled with peace, joy, and hope. Amen

St. Dominic’s Advent Initiative

This Advent season, we're extending a helping hand to families in need at St. Brigid School. If you're able to contribute, please consider purchasing a grocery gift card from Metro, Food Basics, President's Choice, FreshCo, or Walmart.  You can also donate via School Cash Online.  Your generous donations will be accepted until December 13th. Thank you in advance!

Christmas Store

Our grade 6 students will be hosting a Christmas Store on December 16th.  Details can be found here:

Cookies and Carols

The St. Dominic School Council will be hosting its “Annual Cookies and Carols” event on Friday, December 6th from 6:30 to 7:30 in the school gym.  All are welcome to attend.  Please note that parents must be in attendance with their child(ren).  As in the past, we will be accepting new (or gently used) waterproof mittens or cash donations for our sister-school, St. Brigid.  

Lunchbox

You can still order lunch for your child from FB Burrito (Tuesdays) and Subway (Wednesdays). Place your order by 12pm each Sunday, either weekly or for multiple weeks in advance.

Dressing for the Weather

Please ensure your child is dressed appropriately for spending time outdoors, as a significant portion of the day is spent outside. To help reduce lost items, please clearly label all of your child's outerwear, including coats, hats, and mittens, with their name or initials. 

Reporting your child’s absence

A friendly reminder to please inform the office of your child’s absence, either by calling the school at 613-424-3760 or by email at dominic@ocsb.ca.  

Important Upcoming Dates

Cookies & Carols Christmas Event hosted by School Council: December 6th, 6:30 - 7:30 

Advent Liturgy: Tuesday, December 17th @ 9:45 am

Last day of school before Christmas break: December 20th

Christmas break: December 23rd - January 3rd

First day after Christmas break: January 6th