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October 7, 2025
October 7, 2025
PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING
O God, we thank you for this earth, our home; For the wide sky and the blessed sun,
For the salt sea and the running water, For the everlasting hills
And the never-resting winds, for trees and the common grass underfoot.
We thank you for our senses by which we hear the songs of birds,
And see the splendour of the summer fields, and taste the autumn fruits,
And rejoice in the feel of the snow, and smell the breath of the spring.
Grant us a heart wide open to all this beauty, and save our souls from being so blind
That we pass unseeing when even the common thornbush
Is aflame with your glory, O God our creator,
Who lives and reigns for ever and ever.
From Living God’s Justice: Reflections and Prayers
The Days Ahead
The Days Ahead
Thursday, October 9 - Terry Fox Run and Freezie Day! Please go to SchoolCash Online to purchase Freezies.
Friday, October 10 - P.D. Day - Schools Closed
Monday, October 13 - Thanksgiving Monday - Schools Closed
Tuesday, October 14 - IEPs posted to the Parent Portal
Wednesday, October 15 - Pizza Day (for those who ordered)
Thursday, October 16 - Subway Day (for those who ordered)
Friday, October 17 - Parent Council Movie Night 6:00 pm in the School Gym
Terry Fox Run
Terry Fox Run
This year marks the 45th anniversary of Terry Fox’s "Marathon of Hope", and SMY is proud to take part and help Finish It! Our fundraising goal is $1200. Please support our efforts and donate at:
https://schools.terryfox.ca/StMargueritedYouvilleSchoolOttawa
Our school’s annual Terry Fox Run will take place on Thursday, October 9th, in the afternoon.
School Council's Movie Night!
School Council's Movie Night!
Get ready for a spook-tacular movie night on Friday, October 17 in the SMY Gym! Doors open at 6:00 PM, and we'll be showing "Hotel Transylvania 2". Pizza will be available through School Cash Online.
Don't miss out! Come join the fun! The movie starts at 6:30 PM
Please note this is not a drop-off event; all children must be accompanied by an adult.
Our School Council is Looking for Volunteers!
Our School Council is Looking for Volunteers!
Would you like to help out our School Council with special events and/or weekly food organization?
Please fill out this Volunteer Sign-Up form - We need your help!
Food / Allergies
Food / Allergies
Foods containing nuts (tree nuts or legumes) are not permitted at school at any time of year. We have many children with severe nut allergies (both peanut and other nuts); therefore, ALL student snacks and lunches must be entirely peanut- and nut-free.
Cell Phones
Cell Phones
As per Ministry guidelines, students at St. Marguerite d'Youville are not permitted to use cell phones during the school day. If a student needs to reach their parents/guardians, they must come to the office. If a student has a cell phone at school, they must keep it in their backpack, and the phone should not be seen by anyone. If students are seen with their phones out, they will bring their phones to the Office.
Upcoming Dates to Note
Upcoming Dates to Note
October 27 - School Council Meeting, 6:00 pm
October 28 & 29 - Dental Screening for JKs, SKs, Grade 2s, and Grade 4s
November 7 - PD Day, Schools Closed
Reporting Dates for 2025-2026:
November 13- Kindergarten Initial Observations of Learning, and Grade 1-6 Progress Report Cards Posted on Parent Portal
February 11- Term 1 (Sept-Jan) Report Cards for K-6 Posted on Parent Portal
June 24- Term 2 (Final) Report Cards for K-6 Posted on Parent Portal
Updates from SEAC (Special Education Advisory Committee)
Updates from SEAC (Special Education Advisory Committee)
Join the Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) for a Virtual Focus Group conversation for Parents, Guardians & Caregivers of the OCSB!
When: Monday October 20 at 7:00 pm. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/seac-focus-group-conversation-for-ocsb-families-1-of-3-tickets-1672040651599
"No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted." - Aesop
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