School Donations

November 16^th, 2015

RE: Donations to the School

Dear Parents,

It is warming to hear that there are individuals in our community that are looking to contribute to our school in specific ways above and beyond what is typically asked. It has been expressed that these contributions to the school would be done through one time monetary donations, discounts or donations through their place of business, and/or lending their expertise in a particular trade or area. We are thankful to the parents who have already donated to our school throughout the years and we are grateful to the parents who wish to continue this tradition. Previously we have had school computers donated, Christmas decorations purchased, electrical work done, handyman tasks completed, and electronics given to the school just to name a few.

If you would like to contribute to our school beyond what you already do, the following is a needs list for the school (see next page). These items do not fit into our current budget and are much needed. I would like to thank everyone for their generosity towards our school and students through their time and donations. It is greatly appreciated and goes along way to making our school great!

Thank you so much for all that you contribute!

Yours in Christ,

Michael van der Pauw

Principal

Sports

Fixed height basketball system – outdoor basketball hoop and pole – $3400.00 each (1 – 2 needed)

Indoor ball carrier for basketballs – $250.00 each (2 needed)

Pads for walls in the gym – $1500.00

Technology

Chromebook Cart – $2000.00

Mac Mini for iPad Cart – $700.00

Chromebooks – $400 each

General Maintenance

Furnace replacement $3000.00 – $3500.00 + GST per unit (12 needed)

Line Painting – new parking lot lines and lines for games – $500.00

New fencing in and around the school (awaiting quote)

Carpet replacement with linoleum flooring (awaiting quote)

Miscellaneous

Bean Bag chairs for the Library – $300/each (2-3 needed)

10 Rubbermaid tables – 30” x 72” – $150.00 each

60 folding chairs – all steel construction – vinyl seat and back – $60.00 each

Chair caddy – hold up to 84 folding chairs – $750.00

First Aid kits for each classroom, gym, and LAC room – $100.00

St. Vincent De Paul Society Food Drive

November 17th – 23rd

Dear Parents,

The school had assembly to kick off our St. Vincent de Paul Food Drive. The Grade 5 students put together a powerpoint presentation and created skits to help student understand the role of the St. Vincent De Paul Society and to learn about how we can help. The students also listened to Mrs. Drake, a member of the society, speak about how and where the food is going.

For 5 school days starting on Tuesday November 17th and ending on Monday November 23rd students are asked to bring in non-perishable foods to help fill Christmas baskets for needy families as well as to assist in stocking shelves for the months to come. During her talk, Mrs. Drake informed the students that they are overstocked with tuna, soup and Kraft Dinner. As a school we would like to focus on providing them with other food options.

Since it is the Christmas season let’s help the people who receive this food experience that special holiday feeling. Please consider giving chocolates or candies, cookies, jams or other festive foods.

As we did last year we will be adding a competition between grades to see which class can bring in the most items. For the class that brings in the most nonperishable food items they will win a non-uniform day and they will be allowed to watch a movie for their prize.

St. Bernadette School community has a great history of generosity. We thank you in advance for whatever you are able to give to this worthy cause.

God bless,

Mrs. Chu and Mrs. Fong

Grade 5 teachers

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LIGHTS OF HOPE FUNDRAISER

Lights of Hope Fundraiser

November 2nd – December 4th, 2015

Message from the Principal

Dear Parents,

I am very excited to be involved in this year’s Lights of Hope Fundraiser. Any fundraiser or event that combines prayer, spiritual reflection and growth, with the coming together of a community is a privilege like no other. The Lights of Hope Fundraiser is an opportunity for us to gather and pray for each other while at the same time we raise money for the children at St. Bernadette’s. This is the beginning of a great tradition for everyone in our community. Thank you again for all your support and generosity.

Yours in Christ,

Michael van der Pauw

Principal

What are Lights of Hope?

The Lights of Hope Fundraiser is a special and unique event that combines the needs of the school with its spiritual direction. Students will be selling Christmas light bulbs that will represent a prayer intention and our connection with Jesus. “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life”. – John 8:12

The Lights of Hope fundraiser not only helps our school, but also allows for those donating to make intentions that will be brought to our Christmas concert where it will be blessed by Fr. Paul and then remain lit in the court yard through the light bulb they purchased as a symbol of their intention. “In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven”. – Matthew 5:16

The fundraiser also allows our students to live this year’s CISVA theme “Proclaim Jesus with Loving Hearts”. The students are given the opportunity to express and share their faith in a safe and respectable manner while raising money for the school.

How can we participate?

Every student will be given 25 prayer intention cards. The prayer cards are filled out every time you sell a Christmas light bulb for $5.00. Students (along with their parents) are to fill out the seller’s sheet to keep track of their purchases. When all 25 bulbs are sold, the student brings in the seller’s sheet, the intention cards, and their money to school. At that time the student can pick up another 25 prayer intention cards.

What happens to the Christmas light bulbs?

When all the bulbs are sold (our goal is to sell over 4000 bulbs!) they will be strung up on the trees in the court yard between the church and the school.

On December 10th, the night of the school Christmas Concert, there will be a small celebration before the concert begins. During the celebration the choir will sing while families enjoy hot chocolate and light snacks. Then, Fr. Paul along with Mr. van der Pauw will lead everyone in the blessing of all the intentions that were collected over the past month and also bless the lights that are strung up in the court yard. Immediately after the blessing the Christmas lights (representing the intentions and prayers) will be turned on for the first time. The lights will be on from December 10th to January 10th.

After the lighting ceremony, everyone is invited into the church for the school Christmas Concert. A beautiful way to end an unique, spiritual and special fundraising event in our school.

Prizes!!

Individual Prize

For every 25 bulbs sold, a student gets to enter their name into a draw for a brand new iPad. The iPad will be displayed in the school starting on Thursday November 5th. The more a student sells, the greater the chances are of winning.

Class Prize

The class that sells the most bulbs will receive a non-uniform day along with an ultimate Pizza Party for the whole class. This includes of course PIZZA along with drinks, snacks, and a movie to enjoy during their party. It will be a great way to celebrate their achievements.

For more information please contact the school

St. Bernadette Elementary Catholic School
13130 65B Ave
Surrey, BC V3W 9M1
phone: (604) 596-1101
fax: (604) 596-1550
stbernadette@telus.net

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Cambridge Uniform Online Ordering Service

We are pleased to announce the launch of Cambridge Uniform’s 24 hour online ordering service for your uniform needs. Please click here to read the instructions for setting up your online account. If you would like to see a PDF of the uniform order form, please Click here for Girls K-3 and here for girls 4-7 and here for boys K-7

If you would prefer to order by phone, their telephone number is 604-924-9929. They can be reached by email at orders4@cambridgeuniforms.com.
Cambridge Uniform’s hours of operation are Monday to Saturday 9-6pm. The most up to date hours can be found on our website at www.cambridgeuniforms.com/contact.

If you need assistance at any time please call 604-924-9929.

Fall Social

Dear Parents,

I would like to take the time to thank and recognize all those involved in putting together a fantastic Fall Social that was hosted on this past Saturday. It was my plan to thank everyone at the event itself, but my voice was not a booming as was needed! The spirit behind the Fall Social is to bring families together to foster a deeper sense of community within our school. This benefits us as parents, community members and ultimately our students. It was such a wonderful evening of food, events and laughs. What a great way to kick off the year. I want to especially thank Mrs. Stephannie Drysdale and her team of parents who organized the event. It ran very smooth and the donations were some of the best we have had.

I look forward to the year ahead and the many more special events we will be attending and supporting together.

Yours in Christ,

Michael van der Pauw

Principal

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October 14th, 2015
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EVENTS
October 17th – Fall Social

VIRTUE OF THE MONTH
The virtue for the month of October is Thankfulness. It is fitting that we have this virtue at the time of Thanksgiving Day. It is easy for us to take for granted so many of our needs in life – shelter, food, compaionship, health, education, etc. Being thankful is knowing that we are blessed and fortunate. It is good to give thanks every day for all that God provides and to understand that we are privledged and blessed to be a part of this caring and supportive school community.
IMPORTANT PICTURE DAY INFORMATION
Your child received his/her proof last week. If you are going to be ordering prints either Online or via the school, orders must be handed in to the school or placed by no later then October 15th.
Your child’s school picture is available online. Simply go to mylifetouch.ca to view your school pictures. Use the Portrait ID & Access Code on your proof sheet to claim your school pictures online. To redeem your complimentary digital Pictures2Protect® card, click here.

HOLY CHILDHOOD
Students were given the Holy Childhood boxes last week. We ask that students please return the boxes back to the school no later than Monday, October 26th.

ONLINE NEWSLETTER SUBSCRIPTION
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MORNING DROP OFF & AFTER SCHOOL
It has breen brought to our attention that some students are not being dropped off in the designated drop-off area. Please do not drop off students in the traffic flow lane. If you are dropping off in the morning we ask that you use the drop off lane that runs adjacent to the Parish Centre. If you are staying at the school in the morning please park in the upper area of the parking lot and walk your child to the playground area.
This part of our routine is as follows:
We will use the west gate of the parking lot (marked “Enter Only”) to enter the parking lot and the east gate of the parking lot (marked “Exit Only”) as our only way to exit the parking lot, please DO NOT turn left to enter into the school parking lot. The configuration of the cones is to allow traffic to flow through the parking lot to the “Exit Only” gate. If using the drop off area near the Parish Centre, please stop at the speed bump, once your children have left your vehicle they are to stay behind the cones as they enter the playground. Volunteers are in the parking lot helping to direct traffic. Safety of the children is our primary concern, please remember to drive slowly. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

CLOTHING DRIVE
Please hold on to your used clothes and household items in order to donate to a good cause while helping fundraise for the school.
 Drop-off Schedule:
 October 18, 9:00am to 1:00pm
 October 19, before and after school

 Please drop off your items by the school gym.
 Acceptable items include:
Cloth Items, housewares, used clothing, dishes, books, bedding, electronics, craft supplies, drapes, games, sewing materials, towels, glassware, shoes, pots and pans, purses, toys.
 No furniture, TV’s, computers, baby cribs, baby car seats, swing sets, or any large items will be accepted.
 No PILLOWS

 Clothing drive bags are now available. You can pick them up in front of the school office. In case you ran out of bags, you can use the regular garbage bags.

 If you would like to volunteer, please contact Giuliana at lanci.giuliana@yahoo.ca.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Clothing Drive
Pub Night

YOUR P.E.C.
Greg Palm
Chair
Marketing Co-Chair
Giuliana Lanci
Vice-Chair
Marketing Co-Chair
CISVA Delegate
Cheryl Chiang
Treasurer
Stephannie Drysdale
Secretary
Fundraising Committee Chair
Evelyn Urrutia
Communications Liaison
Parish Council Liaison
Marc Fournier
Maintenance Committee Chair
Ashley Hartnett
Parent Participation Coordinator
FALL SOCIAL
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2015
Venue: One20Pub

We would like to thank all those who bought tickets and gift cards.

Tickets will go home tomorrow with the students, and gift cards can be picked up at the pub on Saturday, October 17th.

If you cannot attend but still purchased gift cards, gift cards could be picked up at the office the following week.