This Week at SKTA (Nov 24 – 28) - St. Kateri Tekakwitha Catholic Elementary School

This Week at SKTA!
November 24– 29 2025

We thank all parents and guardians for joining us this past week in support of your child’s learning and for engaging with us during the parent/guardian–teacher interviews. Your partnership is greatly appreciated.

As we look ahead, we are beginning our preparations to mark the start of Advent and all that this season brings to our school community. We look forward to sharing this time of hope, reflection, and celebration with our students and families.

Catholic School Council – We Want Your Voice!

The Catholic School Council (CSC) is seeking your input to help guide the Hot Lunch Program for Term 2. Your feedback ensures the program continues to meet the needs of our students and school community.

If you have a moment, please click the link below to share your thoughts:
Pizza Hot Lunch Survey

Thank you for helping us make the CSC Hot Lunch Program even better!

Book Fair Coming Soon!

We’re excited to announce that the St. Kateri Book Fair is coming up soon! This event is a wonderful opportunity for students and families to explore new books and support our school library.

Please see the attached letter for further details, including dates, times, and purchasing options.

Thank you for helping us foster a love of reading in our school community!

2025 Book Fair.pdf

BRAVE Student Presentations

Our school is deeply committed to supporting the well-being of every student. This year, we are proud to offer Brave Education workshops, which align with our school’s strategic plan, as well as the Ministry of Education’s Policy/Program Memorandum 169 and PPM 144. These workshops will help our students develop essential social-emotional skills, promoting healthier relationships and fostering positive interactions throughout our school community.

Workshops

Setting Healthy Boundaries: Grades K-3

Bullying, Conflict, and Relationships: Grades 4-8

AI Information for parents and guardians

As we continue to integrate new technologies into the classroom at St. Kateri, we want to reassure families that AI is not a replacement for student learning. While AI can be a helpful tool to support our students—such as assisting them in explaining their thinking or refining their ideas—it does not replace the value of hard work, critical thinking, and genuine effort.

We still expect our students to do their best, engage fully in the learning process, and submit work that reflects their own abilities and understanding. AI can enhance learning, but it cannot—and should not—complete the learning for them.

Families are invited to review the following link to more about AI.

What is Artificial Intelligence?
Where is AI in the curriculum?
How can AI be used at school?
What are privacy considerations when using AI?
How is academic integrity addressed?

information sheet

Ribbons & Bows Event

We are excited to share that the St. Kateri Catholic School Council will be hosting its annual Ribbons & Bows event on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, in the school gymnasium!

This cherished tradition is a wonderful opportunity for our school community to come together and celebrate the joy of the holiday season.

Please click the link for more information on how you can volunteer, donate, or be part of the team that helps bring this special event to life!

St. Kateri Tekakwitha Primary Christmas Concert

Date: Friday, December 12, 2025
Time: 1:15 p.m.
Location: School Gymnasium

We are thrilled to announce our Primary Christmas Concert, featuring performances by our talented students!

Join us as our primary classes share the joy of the season through music, songs, and dance. It’s a wonderful opportunity for families to come together and celebrate the Christmas spirit at St. Kateri!

St. Vincent de Paul Christmas Appeal

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul at Blessed Frédéric Ozanam Parish is once again launching its annual Christmas Appeal to support families in our neighbourhood who may be experiencing financial hardship.

Please see the attached flyer for full details.

Offering Support
If your family—or a family you know—could benefit from assistance this Christmas season, we encourage you to reach out. The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is here to help.