School Updates – November 24th, 2021

Congratulations…

To our Grade 7 Boys Volleyball team who finished 4th overall at the CISVA “Big 8” Finals yesterday. The level of play by all teams at the tournament was impressive. Lots of powerful spikes, blocks at the net and digs to keep rallies alive.  Our Boys displayed great skills and sportsmanship. Thanks to our Coaches Mr. D’Alessandro and Ms. De Chavez. 

Basketball is the next sport. The information letter and permission form are attached. Permission forms are due back by Friday, November 26th. All students from Grades 4 to 7 are welcome to join. 

Pajama Day

We will be having Pajama Day on Tuesday, November 30th in support of St. Vincent de Paul. Primary students are asked to bring in a donation of $1 (min). Intermediate students are asked to bring in a non-perishable food item. See notice for list of items begin requested by St. Vincent de Paul for their Christmas hampers.

Celebrate Advent with Cat Chat

This year, Cat Chat would like to take your family through the Advent season with reflections, fun activities and an ongoing Christmas story. Shop the Cat Chat store https://catchat.ca/advent-series/cat-chat-advent-series-sales-page to receive exclusive Cat Chat Advent emails every week for your family.  You’ll receive engaging vital verse videos, scripture coloring pages, Cat Chat challenges for your kids, reflections on the Sunday readings as well as ongoing audio Christmas story.

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FUNDRAISERS

We have many fundraisers underway at this time. Please support our school where you can.

FundScrip – Gift Card Fundraiser (**NEW)
QAS is excited to be pairing up with Fundscrip this year.  This company offers a wider variety of gift cards for purchase, including things like Uber Eats, Fresh Plate and mall gift cards. Order forms were sent home with the oldest child last week. Please ensure to include your oldest child’s full name and grade on the order form, as well as your email.  All cheques are to be made payable to Queen of All Saints School. Orders must be handed in by Thursday, December 2nd, 2021 and pick will be arranged for Friday, December 10th. Attached is the Promotions page for November/December as well as an outline of how the ordering works and an order form. If you have questions, please feel free to email Claudia at [email protected]

Neufeld Farms Fundraiser

**Important update – the credit card function is not working, so for all families who placed an order online, please drop your cheque/cash to the school office by Friday, November 26th.**
QAS is excited to be working with Neufeld Farms again this year! Now is the time to stock up your freezer for the Christmas holiday season, while supporting our students. This year we are excited to announce that all orders will take place online, however a cheque or cash will need to be dropped off at the school office.  Please make all cheques payable to Queen of All Saints School and include your order number in the memo section. Please use the following Link to place your orders online. Orders must be placed by Friday, November 26th, 2021. Order pick up will be Wednesday, December 8th at 2:15pm at the back of the school in the parking lot. When entering in your order, please select “No Known Seller” but make sure that your first and last name and contact information is included. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Irene Wallace.

TruEarth Fundraiser (on-going)

TruEarth has a Holiday on now until December 12th. See attached. Help support our school and our environment with our plastic free, zero waste, socially responsible fundraiser. See our website for more information or click on the link https://www.tru.earth/fundraising-store?org=Queen%20of%20All%20Saints&sscid=b1k5_b8c9b&

When you order a product, 20% of the total sales value will go to our school. You can feel good knowing you are helping your organization, and purchasing products that help save the environment.

PURDYS FUNDRAISER

It’s that time of year again. Queen of All Saints is fundraising with Purdys Chocolatier, just in time for Christmas! A booklet was sent home with your child last week. If you’d like to support us through purchasing some very sweet Christmas gifts for friends, family and yourself, please click the link: Chocolate Fundraising | Purdys Chocolate Fundraiser.  After you’ve signed in, you can buy our amazing chocolates or invite others to join and support our Fundraising Campaign. All orders need to be submitted to the school by Monday, November 29th. Your orders will be ready for pickup on Friday, December 10th. Thank you so much for supporting Queen of All Saints School. If you have any questions, you can contact Irene Wallace at [email protected].

Thank-you

School Office

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