Updates from All Saints

OCTOBER 24, 2024

DEAR ALL SAINTS FAMILIES, 

I hope this message finds your family well as we transition into November. 

Staff students began their preparation for our Remembrance Day ceremony on November 11th, honoring those who have served and sacrificed for our country. You will be able to read about how Ms. Kirtz's class has been preparing and their special visit from Netherlands Ambassador Margriet Vonno at the end of this update. 

We are also enhancing student safety and attendance management with the exciting launch of SafeArrival, our new system for easily reporting absences via app or phone, so please take a moment to review those details. Finally, be sure to check out the opportunities for community involvement, including the Level Up! Skilled Trades Fair, our annual Spirit Week activities, and the Prom Fundraiser details.

REMEMBRANCE DAY

We will have a ceremony on November 11 to honour those who have served and sacrificed for Canada in times of war, conflict and peace. All students and staff are asked to wear blue jeans and black tops on that day. For those without jeans, dark pants would also be appropriate. 

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SPIRIT WEAR

All Saints Clothing (hoodies, t-shirts, sweatpants) is available to order through the Mega City website: ASH Clothing Orders

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SAFE ARRIVAL - ATTENDANCE REPORTING

We have an APP that you can use to approve student absences and lates! 

THE FULL DETAILS: 

We are excited to introduce SafeArrival, a new attendance management system being tested at our school this month. SafeArrival is designed to make it easier, faster, and more convenient for families to report absences and late arrivals.

SafeArrival helps schools verify attendance more efficiently, enhances student safety, and keeps families informed in real time. Many school boards across the country already use this system, and parents consistently report that they appreciate its convenience and ease of use.

With SafeArrival, there's no need to call the school and leave a message. Instead, you can quickly and securely report your child's absence in one of three ways:

1. Using the SM Home App: Download and install the SM Home app from the Apple App Store or Google Play.
   If you already have the SchoolMessenger app or an account, you can log in to the new SM Home app using the same credentials. If you don't already have an account, please create one using the email address on file with your child’s school. Follow these instructions to submit an absence.
   
   

2. Online: Visit home.schoolmessenger.ca.
   The first time you visit, click Sign Up to create your account using the email address on file with your child’s school.
   Once you have an account, click the avatar in the upper right corner and select Attendance, then Report an Absence. Follow these instructions to submit an absence.
   
   

3. Phone: Call the toll-free number 1-844-478-2598 and follow the prompts to report your child's absence using the automated phone system. Follow these instructions to submit an absence. 

Using SafeArrival, you can:

• Report absences in advance or respond to unexplained absences.

• Notify the school for multiple children all at once.

• Include a reason for each absence with just a few taps.

• Ensure school staff are alerted promptly and can follow up quickly if needed.

If you have any questions or need support setting up SafeArrival, please contact the school office.

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CAFETERIA CLOSURE

We have been advised by Chartwells that the cafeteria will be closed on November 12. 

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LEVEL UP! SKILL TRADES FAIR PARENT EVENING

Level Up! Skilled Trades Fair Parent Evening - December 10 from 3:00PM-7:30PM at the EY Centre

The Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development is hosting Level-Up!, a career fair highlighting the many professional opportunities in the skilled trades.

Level Up! is a free, engaging and interactive public event for students, parents and community members.  A number of students from All Saints will attend the event during the day on December 10.  Parents are invited to attend on December 10 from 3:00 PM to 7:30 PM at the EY Centre.

When thinking about what happens after high school, you might want to consider the skilled trades as a career path.

• Skilled trades professionals are in high demand across Ontario, with well-paid, stable and flexible career opportunities.

• Level Up! is an opportunity to learn about what is available in the skilled trades and get hands-on experience of what some of the exciting careers in the skilled trades are like.

• Level Up! is not specific to one industry and welcomes any student interested in the diverse range of skilled trades professions, regardless of their background.

Links to career information:

• Level Up! https://levelupontario.ca/

• Skilled Trades Ontario https://www.skilledtradesontario.ca/

• Start an Apprenticeship https://www.ontario.ca/page/start-apprenticeship

• Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program https://oyap.com/

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PROM FUNDRAISER

You can help make this year’s prom unforgettable for ASH grads by purchasing gift cards through FundScrip — perfect for everyday shopping or Christmas gifts!

How It Works:
You can make a real difference just by shopping as you normally do! When you purchase FundScrip gift cards for your regular expenses or holiday gifts, a portion of every purchase automatically supports our prom — at no extra cost to you.

Keep shopping at all your favourite stores, pay the same prices, and help our students create lasting memories at the same time!

• Fundraiser runs until December 8

• Choose from 250+ retailers

• Pay by credit card or EFT (have your banking info ready)

• Card orders placed on or BEFORE 9:30 AM on December 8 will arrive at the school no later than December 12— you'll be contacted when they arrive.

Register with our group code: 86CZRU at FundScrip.com

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GRADUATION PHOTOS

Edge Imaging will be at All Saints HS from December 1 to 4 to take graduation portraits.  

How to book a photo session:

1. Visit bookmygrad.ca

2. Select the “Book graduation photos at your school” (dark grey box).

3. Enter your school code: ASK - All Saints Catholic High School (Kanata)

4. Choose the day and time that works best for you. (Book early—appointments fill quickly!)

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CSPA EVENT

Save the date for the Catholic Schools Parents' Association School Council’s Conference taking place Saturday, November 8. Details will come closer to the event.

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SPIRIT WEEK

Monday, October 27: Cozy Day

Tuesday, October 28: Decades Day (wear something from another decade)

Wednesday, October 29: Dress Like a Teacher Day

Thursday, October 30: Rhyme Without a Reason (pick a friend & wear something that rhymes with each other - ie: DJ & Pjs, snowflake & cake, traffic cone & Post Malone)

Friday, October 31: Hallowe'en Costume Day

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IMPORTANT DATES

October

28 - HS Academic Awards (For this event, parents of award winners will be notified)

30 - Coffee House at 6:30PM

November

1 - All Saints Feast Day (Saturday)

1 - All Saints Craft Day (Saturday)

5 - Take Our Kids to Work Day

7 - PD Day (no classes)

11 - Remembrance Day Ceremony

12 - Grade 7&8 at 67's Game Day

17 - School Council Meeting

19 - 7&8 Parent-Teacher Conferences

19 - Early Dismissal at 1:30PM

19 & 20 - OSSLT

OCSB Calendar and Dates for 2025/26: www.ocsb.ca/parents/calendar/