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A message from the Counselling Team
A message from the Counselling Team
St. Teresa of Avila is proud to be “The Mindful School”. The benefits of mindfulness include improved self-regulation and well being.
Staff will continue to teach and promote mindfulness skills in the classroom, in the gym, and during weekly Tiger Time sessions.
Classroom lessons have begun on a variety of topics such as negative vs positive self-talk, considering others perspectives, growth mindset, social filters and taking part in mindful activities in the Mindful Nest.
Tiger Time (Universal Lessons & Strategies)
Tiger Time (Universal Lessons & Strategies)
Take a break from your daily tasks with our Mindful Moments series. This week let's move like animals to help us transition from one activity to another.
⬆ Mindfulness Practice: Mindful Movement⬆
April Tiger Time
During the month of April, all classes had the opportunity to go outside for a mindful walk. During this time we talked about how spending time outdoors can change our mood. Take time to go for a walk together as a family and try to find some things in nature that you can see, hear, feel, smell & maybe finish up with a tasty treat!
Central Alberta 2022 Vacation Bible School (VBS)
Central Alberta 2022 Vacation Bible School (VBS)
Summer is coming and while that means backyard fun and lazy days in the sun for many folks, there are others already scratching their heads about childcare or just wondering about their child’s constructive use of time.
Young people need opportunities—outside of school—to learn and develop new skills and interests with other youth and adults. Summer is a great time to develop the *asset of constructive use of time whether that is with creative activities, youth programs, religious community, or time at home.
We’re here to help, so if you’re looking to check off a few of these assets this summer we’ve developed a list of VBS (Vacation Bible Schools) we’ve discovered in Red Deer & area. Click or call for registration forms, registration dates and contact information.
Contact your parish for information about volunteer opportunities for youth.
Red Deer, AB
St. Mary’s Vacation Bible School Summer 2022 TBA | 403-347-3114
Bethany Baptist Church Summer 2022 TBA | 403.347.7900
First Christian Reformed Church Red Deer Summer 2022 TBA | 403-346-5659
Mighty Fortress Lutheran Church Soccer Bible Camp 2022 TBA | 403-340-8045
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Summer 2022 TBA | (403)328-3445
St. Leonard’s Anglican Church Knights of North Castle July 4-8, 2022 | 403-346-6769
Living Faith Lutheran Summer 2022 TBA | 403-598-1484
Living Stones Church “NORB-E VBS” August 15-19, 2022 | 403-347-7311
Mount Calvary Lutheran Summer 2022 TBA | 403-346-3798
Victory Church of Red Deer | Summer 2022 TBA | (403) 343-2484
Sunnybrook United Church “Summer 2022 TBA” | 403.347.6073
Home Church Summer 2022 TBA | 403.343.6570
*Developmental Asset: a support or strength a young person needs to succeed
Inclusion of organizations in this guide does not represent endorsement of programs, nor does exclusion indicate disapproval.
Prepared by the Family School Enhancement Counsellors of RDCRS
St. Teresa's Family ALL Access Recreation Pass
St. Teresa's Family ALL Access Recreation Pass
At St. Teresa, we are so excited for the opportunity to provide our students and their families with free access to the recreation centres in partnership with the City of Red Deer! Sign out our *Family ALL Access Recreation Pass, available for all families to borrow and valid for all drop-in activities, at all of the city’s recreation centres. To borrow the Family Recreation Pass and to check availability, fill out an appointment slot on the Booking Calendar. In the notes section, you must indicate the full name of your child who will be picking it up at the Learning Commons. Booking Calendar link shorturl.at/vEN39 .
The pass will be signed out on a first come first served basis, and must be returned within 24 hours for the next booking (ex. Signed out Monday and returned the next day, Tuesday morning). If the pass is signed out on a Friday it can be used for the weekend and returned Monday. If you would like to sign it out for two consecutive weekdays, you will need to make two consecutive bookings. Read the full details here shorturl.at/kmyX2
Please familiarize yourself with the City of Red Deer’s Restriction Exemption Program before booking.
Community Recreation and Resources
Community Recreation and Resources
211 Alberta phone service is now available province-wide! You can dial 2-1-1 from anywhere, anytime in Alberta to access the free, confidential service connecting you to community, government, social and health resources.
211 Alberta phone service is now available province-wide! You can dial 2-1-1 from anywhere, anytime in Alberta to access the free, confidential service connecting you to community, government, social and health resources.
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#JustContact211 #alberta #HelpStartsHere #MaketheRightCall @211Alberta
Sports and outdoor recreation are important for our physical and mental well-being and often lead to friendships and connections to community that last a lifetime. The following groups assist eligible families to access recreation throughout the year:
Canadian Tire Jump Start : http://jumpstart.canadiantire.ca
Kid Sport: http://www.kidsportcanada.ca
City of Red Deer Fee Assistance Program: Contact any City of Red Deer Recreation Facility
The YMCA will also offer a discount or sponsor a student for families who qualify.
If you would like a list of these groups or require support applying for these programs please contact Ms. Masson or Mrs. Swinston.
Click the image above for a collection of community resources.
Red Deer Events https://www.reddeerevents.ca/Events
Visit your internet provider's website or download their app for more information on parental controls and limiting internet access.
Visit your internet provider's website or download their app for more information on parental controls and limiting internet access.
School Nutrition Programs
School Nutrition Programs
Breakfast Program
Breakfast Program
Our Breakfast Program is funded by the Government of Alberta School Nutrition Program and community parish members to provide a hot breakfast every morning to hungry students who haven't had breakfast. Breakfast programs ensure that all students have reliable access to nutritious food in a safe and supportive environment, in order to positively impact health and learning.
Our Breakfast Program is funded by the Government of Alberta School Nutrition Program and community parish members to provide a hot breakfast every morning to hungry students who haven't had breakfast. Breakfast programs ensure that all students have reliable access to nutritious food in a safe and supportive environment, in order to positively impact health and learning.
School lunches are available through the Mustard Seed
School lunches are available through the Mustard Seed
The Mustard Seed School Lunch Program ensures youth experiencing poverty receive a healthy and nutritious lunch throughout the school year. To register your child for this program, contact Mrs. Swinston at cathy.swinston@rdcrs.ca or call the school at 403-346-0505 and leave at message at extension 290154.
The Mustard Seed School Lunch Program ensures youth experiencing poverty receive a healthy and nutritious lunch throughout the school year. To register your child for this program, contact Mrs. Swinston at cathy.swinston@rdcrs.ca or call the school at 403-346-0505 and leave at message at extension 290154.
President Choice Children's Charity Snack Program
President Choice Children's Charity Snack Program
Our PC School Nutrition Grant allows us to provide each classroom with a bin of shelf-stable snacks to ensure students experiencing poverty have access to a mid-morning snack. President Choices believe access to good food and food education provides the foundation, so children can learn and grow, improving their well-being, making a positive contribution to the world around them – now, and in the future.
Our PC School Nutrition Grant allows us to provide each classroom with a bin of shelf-stable snacks to ensure students experiencing poverty have access to a mid-morning snack. President Choices believe access to good food and food education provides the foundation, so children can learn and grow, improving their well-being, making a positive contribution to the world around them – now, and in the future.
Salvation Army Weekend Student Backpack Meal Program
Salvation Army Weekend Student Backpack Meal Program
The Weekend Feeding program has been developed for children who are experiencing severe food insecurity. For more information contact Ms. Masson at julie.masson@rdcrs.ca or call the school at 403-346-0505 and leave a message at extension 290154.
The Weekend Feeding program has been developed for children who are experiencing severe food insecurity. For more information contact Ms. Masson at julie.masson@rdcrs.ca or call the school at 403-346-0505 and leave a message at extension 290154.
School Counsellors: Mrs. Lynch & Mrs. Fleming
School Counsellors: Mrs. Lynch & Mrs. Fleming
Contact: wendy.lynch@rdcrs.ca & cari.fleming@rdcrs.ca, extension 290156
Contact: cathy.swinston@rdcrs.ca & julie.masson@rdcrs.ca, extension 290154
190 Glendale Boulevard Red Deer, Alberta T4P 2P7 Phone: 403-346-0505 Fax: 403-347-0365 www.stteresaschool.ca
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