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: Mrs. B. Kraus
Home Liaison Worker: Mrs. T. Fisher
Prayers and Intentions
There is great joy in praying together. We come closer to God and each other when we pour out our
hearts before the Lord. Each morning, together with Mr. Fortosky or Mr. Doepker, one or two
students from a classroom share a morning prayer with all staff and students through our intercom.
Below is one of the many prayers we share together; known as the “Our Father” or “Lord’s Prayer”.
Our Father, who art in Heaven; Hallowed by thy name; Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on
earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; And forgive us our trespasses as we
forgive those who trespass against us; And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.
Dear Parents - Greater Saskatoon Catholic School Division believes communication between home and school is
critical for the success of your child. Technology is a vehicle which allows easy access to information relevant to your
child’s school experience. Examples have been the introduction of electronic school newsletters and the use of social
media, such as Facebook and Twitter to share division or school events. The next step in our plan is to create parent
accounts which, in time, will be the doorway for accessing your child’s grades, attendance records and an online Three
Way Conference sign up program.
On October 4, 2015 you will receive an email with a username and password which will provide you access to your
parent account. One username and password combination will be issued per household, so spouses will share these
credentials. Parents will receive separate logins if they are living at different residences with different primary phone
numbers. Parents without legal access to their children will not receive login information. Lastly, if you have not
registered an email with the school we encourage you to do so. Parents without emails in our system will receive
information in the traditional manner.
Please note: This fall the online Three Way Conference sign up program is for high school students only. Please
contact your school principal for more information.
Darryl Bazylak, Superintendent of Education
Knights of Columbus Christmas – Piano Player Wanted!
The St. Mark School Choir is excited to announce our plans are underway for our Knights of
Columbus Carol Festival with the theme “A World of Christmas”. We are hoping to involve
our school community in some of our planning. First, we are looking for a parent/guardian
who would like to play piano for our Festival. This person would have to be available at
noon approximately one or two days per week until the Festival is over in December. If you
would like to volunteer for this activity, please call the school office at 306-659-7390.
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. Fisher for applications.
Buddy Bench At St. Mark School Park – What is a Buddy Bench? The Buddy Bench is a simple idea
to eliminate loneliness and foster friendship on the playground. Let’s spread the message of inclusion
and kindness! Students on the playground who are feeling alone are encouraged to have a seat at the
Buddy Bench where they are quickly matched with friends by others on the playground or by staff.
At St. Mark School, “hands are for helping” and “we use kind words”! And we sure have the best students and staff!
Collective Kitchens – Once again St. Mark School will be hosting “Collective Kitchens”. This program enables
parents/caregivers to meet once a week and cook meals together and take them home for their families. There is an
information meeting at St. Mark School on Tuesday, October 6th at 12:30 in the kitchen and the first actual food prep begins
on October 13th. If you are interested or if you require further information, please call Chantalle at 306-280-4212 before
October 6th. See you there!
Schools Win Twice Tickets Are Here!!!
Your child has received a “Schools Win Twice” ticket book. Each book has five tickets in it, they are to be sold for
$2.00 each or $10.00 for the book. All tickets, sold or unsold and the money must be returned to the school by
Thursday, October 15, 2015. The classroom that sells the most tickets will receive $75.00, the second place classroom,
$50.00 and third place will receive $25.00. For every two ticket books that each student sells, they will have their name
entered into a draw to receive a $75.00 gift card from Toys R’ Us (Grade’s K to 4) and a $75.00 gift certificate from
Midtown Plaza (Grades 5 – 8). The more books you sell the more chances you have! If parents wish to have more than
one book at a time sent home, contact the school office or Colleen Prytula at the number below.
If you have any questions or concerns, please call Colleen Prytula at 222-5527 or Bonnie Kraus at 659-7390. On behalf
of the Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools Foundation and the St. Mark Catholic School Community Council, Thank
you for your support! PLEASE RETURN ALL TICKETS BY THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2015!
Liturgy and Living Rosary in October – Parents/Guardians are Welcome to Join us!
Parents and students should note that all students from Grades K – 8 will participate in the Liturgy in our school gym
on Thursday, October 8th. Mrs. Gusikoski’s Grade 6s will host a Living Rosary at 10:45 a.m. on Tuesday, October 27th.
Federal Election Voting
On Monday, October 19th, St. Mark School will be used as one of the polling stations for the upcoming
Federal Election. For more information on the upcoming election such as ID required to vote, info for first time voters,
wheelchair accessible voting, frequently asked questions, visit the webpage at http://www.elections.ca/home.aspx.
Student Data Verification Forms
For purposes of student emergency situations, we need to verify your child’s information to ensure it is current. Your child
has received a form called a Student Data Verification form to allow us to verify your information. We are asking that you
check the information on the form and return this form either writing on it that the information is correct or crossing out the
information and writing in the correct information. This form needs to be returned immediately. This form will replace the
Student Emergency form we used to use. It is kept on file in the office in the event of a student emergency and all
information is kept confidential. Thank you for your help.
Picture Day
Picture Day at St. Mark School is on Thursday, October 15th for Grades Pre-K, to Grades 4. Picture day on Friday,
October 16th is for Kindergarten(M) and for Grades 5-8. All students will receive a classroom group photo.
Individual photo packages are available to purchase. Thank you to Lifetouch Photo for all that you do for St. Mark
School students and staff! Retake day will be held on the morning of Friday, November 6th only for all grades!
Cross Country News – Cross Country is underway! Students have signed up – Practices are on Mondays and Wednesdays
at lunchtime. We are training for practice meets and championship meets! Come out and cheer on the teams!
Saskatoon Catholic Schools Warm Up Meet: Wednesday, September 30th
Saskatoon Catholic Schools City Championships: Wednesday, October 7th
Parking Thank you to all who are using street parking when dropping off your children. To ensure the
safety of your children, please talk to them about using the safety patrols and the “crosswalk only” when
you drop them off at school. Remember that the parking lot is extremely hazardous and students should not
enter it for any reason. Our parking lot is over capacity for staff use. We have staff members that have to
use street parking. Please note that on occasion there will be parking attendants ticketing non-staff vehicles.
Doors Open to Students Before and After School Hours
Students should not enter the school before 8:30 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.
Attendance - If your child cannot be at school or will be late please contact us at 659-7776 or 659-7390.
We all know that in order to be successful in school it is important to be at school. To celebrate good
attendance we will be running a few incentives for the students to enjoy.
Monthly Perfect Attendance - Individual perfect attendance will be recognized with a certificate and
chance to win a monthly prize draw. The classroom with the best attendance for the month will receive a
Pizza Party for the whole class to enjoy. Appointments and family emergencies do not go against the
student’s attendance. Perfect attendance for the year will be recognized at the year-end assembly.
Grades 6, 7, and 8 students are eligible to be part of the St. Mark Merit Award Club by meeting these criteria:
- Having perfect attendance. - Working to the best of your ability. – Positive behavior during breaks and lunches.
Reaching Out…Connecting With Your Children – Do you feel like you have little authority over your children?
Are you tired of arguing and getting nowhere with them? Are you looking for parenting tools and skills to utilize in your
home? Come out and connect with other parents over coffee and conversation around various parenting topics!!!
St. Mark School; Tuesday mornings 10:00 – 12:00, Lunch is provided 12:00 – 12:45 for parents and children
Facilitator: Rhonda Stimpson, Catholic Family Services
To register or for more information, please contact Bonnie Kraus at 306-659-7398
“A Program of Catholic Family Services” Building Healthy Families!
Join Us at Parent and Tot – St. Mark School – Thursdays from 9:00 – 11:00
This free program is for families and their children aged 1 – 6 eyars. The program started on September 17th and runs til
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 Betty Swerhone at
306-652-0906 or Kristina Bykowy at 306-659-7079 or krbykowy@gscs.skc.ca. 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
A meeting will be held at St. Patrick Parish on October 20 at 7 pm for students eligible for
Reconciliation, First Communion and Confirmation.
Calling all youth! Do you like to sing? Would you like to sing in a choir at church specially made for you?
You should join in the new choir at St. Patrick’s. Anyone from ages 8+ is welcome. We will sing at the 8:30 mass on the last Sunday of the
month, and have a practice the Monday before (at 6:30 pm). No previous singing or choir experience necessary!
Weekend masses at St. Patrick Parish are Saturday, 5:00 P.M. and Sunday, 10:30 A.M.
Rev. Gerard Cooper and St. Patrick Pastoral Council
Self-esteem is the real magic wand that can form a child’s future. A child’s self-esteem affects every area of her existence,
from friends she chooses, to how well she does academically in school, to what kind of job she gets, to even the person she
chooses to marry.
- Stephanie Martson-
Community News
Girl Guides of Canada
Fun, Friendship and Lifelong Learning! For information, to register or volunteer please visit our local website:
www.saskatoongirlguides.ca For additional information call 652-3275 and leave a message.
Volleyball Saskatoon’s Cool Moves Program for girls and boys is held on Wednesdays from 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. from
September 16th to November 4th at the Henk Ruys Soccer Centre in Lawson at 219 Primrose Drive.
For more information contact Heather at 306-249-6566 or visit www.volleyballsaskatoon.ca
Family Health Information
Family Health Information
 Immunization Notice for Parents
 Seasonal Flu Information
 Control of Communicable
 Trick or Treat
Diseases
 Common Cold
 When to Stay Home From
School
 Chicken Pox
 Save that
Find more family health info at:
www.saskatoonhealthregion.ca
Find more family health info at:
www.saskatoonhealthregion.ca
HEALTHY STUDENTS = BETTER LEARNERS
HEALTHY STUDENTS = BETTER LEARNERS
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