School Updates – April 1, 2026

Weekly Updates

Queen of All Saints School
Date: Wednesday, April 1, 2026

Important Dates 🗓

School News

Dear QAS Families,

I have recently read each student’s Learning Update (Report Card) that was sent home before Spring Break.

Additionally, our classroom-based teams meet throughout the year to review student learning and to provide supports for students. Our staff also meets to look at the trends of student learning and to discuss the resources and strategies being used, to ensure that we are meeting student needs. For example, we are seeing wonderful growth in the areas of reading, spelling and writing, with the use of the UFLI resource and the hard work of our students, teachers and parents.

During the reporting period, I also reviewed each student’s attendance records. After seeing the records and speaking with staff, I believe that this is an area of “growth” for our school. Yes, a goal that we can all work on during the third term!

It is important that students have a strong attendance record and are on time for school. Poor attendance and/or frequent lates can lead to disruptions in the learning process. Being on time sets the student up for success by allowing them to calmly line up with their peers and be ready for the day. Our teachers begin the day right away. When a student arrives late, it interrupts the learning of the other students, the teacher’s lesson and puts the student behind in their understanding of the day and the initial activities.

In addition, much of child’s learning takes place directly in class, as does the teacher’s assessment of their learning. When a child misses class regularly or have extended absences away from school, this does affect their learning.

I understand that there are illnesses and emergencies that do occur, on occasion. However, being on time and at school, teach important life skills, such as commitment and being resilient. As an adult, being late for work or away often, will affect one’s ability to hold a job.

Our staff is willing to assist families if there are situations that we need to be aware of. Please let us know, if this is the case.

Let’s make it our goal for the third term to be lined up at our entrance area and ready for school each day at 8:40 a.m.

We can do it!

Ms. J. Sandberg

Principal

· Grade 4 to 7 Human Growth and Development Parent Evening (parents of other grades are also encouraged to attend)

“Social Media, Awareness, Digital Citizenship, Cyberbullying”

Thursday, April 23 at 6PM-8PM, Parish Hall

As a parent, you play a vital role in shaping how your child becomes a responsible digital citizen. Join us as we share practical strategies, up-to-date information, and key focus areas to help keep children safe and supported in their online experience. This talk is being jointly hosted by All Saints Parish and QAS School. It is presented by Safer Schools Together – experts in the field of social media, cyber bullying and digital safety.

Learn more about Social Media, Gaming, Digital Tattoos (reputation), and more.

More details in the flyer attached. Click the link to register: Registration for Digital Safety Talk

· Jump Rope for Heart – Our school is so excited to participate in Jump Rope for Heart—a fundraising program that empowers kids to build healthy habits and understand the importance of giving back. Together, we can make a difference in the fight to beat heart disease and stroke. Please click on the link to register and donate. https://jumpropeforheart.crowdchange.ca/114835

Fundraising News

· Movie Night – is happening on Friday, April 17, 6:00pm at the Parish Hall. Please find the attached fillable order form. Completed forms and payment are due back to school by Friday, April 10. Volunteers are still needed, please email [email protected] if you’re able to help.

· Hot Lunch Session #3 – is now open and will close on Monday, April 6^th at midnight. NO LATE ORDERS WILL BE ACCEPTED! Click the link to orderhttps://munchalunch.com/login.aspx

· Carnival- Friday, May 29th from 3pm-8pm

Silent Auction Donations– We’re excited for our upcoming carnival on May 29 and are looking forward to a fun day together as a community. To help raise funds for our school, we will be hosting a silent auction and are kindly asking for your support. If you own a business or have connections to one, we would greatly appreciate donations such as gift cards, gift baskets, or services. Thank you for helping make our carnival a success. If you are able to contribute, please reach out to Paola Lashley at [email protected] or you can drop it off at the school office. Thank you for your generosity!

· QAS Got Talent Showcase! Get ready for the Annual Carnival Talent Show! Start thinking about what talent you’d like to show —singing, dancing, magic, or something unique (solo or in a group)!
Sign-up sheets will go out at the end of April. To give more students a chance to participate, performances will be limited to one per child. We can’t wait to see your talents on stage!

· Stuffies Wanted– We’re launching something extra sweet at this year’s Carnival—a Stuffed Animal Adoption Centre!
We’re looking for lightly loved (clean and gently used) stuffed toys that are ready for a second chance at cuddles. If your home has a few plush friends looking for a new adventure, we’d love for you to donate them!
Your previously loved stuffies will help bring big smiles to new little owners—all while supporting our school fundraiser. Thank you for helping us give these cuddly friends a brand new home! We will have a box by the front office for your stuffie donations.

Parish News

· Holy Week 2026 Schedule –

Holy Thursday, April 2 – 7PM – Mass of the Last Supper

Good Friday, April 3 – 10AM – Stations of the Cross for Children

2:30PM Devotion of the Seven Last Words

3:00PM – Veneration of the Cross

Easter Vigil, Saturday, April 4 at 9:30PM

· Easter Sunday Masses

9AM – Easter Brunch, Arts and Crafts, Face Painting, Easter Egg Hunt

11AM – Easter Brunch, Arts and Crafts, Face Painting, Easter Egg Hunt

7PM

· Spring Alpha – Dear School Parents: The parish would like to invite you once again to attend Alpha. If you or anyone you know is interested in learning more about becoming Catholic, Alpha is the first step in this process. Click on this link to register: Spring Alpha and join an open conversation about faith.

If you’re interested in Alpha, but can’t attend in the evenings, send an email to [email protected] . We are trying to put together a group for Alpha after the Friday Morning Coffee & Treats.

Stay Connected!

School Calendar: https://qasbc.ca/calendar/

Contact Us:
Phone: 604-931-9071
Email: [email protected]
Website: qasbc.ca

As we celebrate Easter this weekend, may the Blessings of the Risen Christ, change our lives and change our hearts to be messengers of Easter joy and hope.

Happy Easter from the staff of QAS School.