The Weekly Update

When we do something kind or stand up for a friend, we are like a bright light that everyone can see. We can be witnesses of our faith in our words and in our actions. When we use kind words, play together, and support one another we are being light for the world.

Monday, October 26, 2026 - PD DAY

NO SCHOOL - MUNICIPAL ELECTION DAY

Tuesday, October 27, 2026 - DAY 4

Bus Safety Presentations

Community Crew Lunches

MILK DAY

Wednesday, October 28, 2026 - DAY 5

Kindergarten Courtyard Pumpkin Patch

Grade 7 Vaccinations

Community Crew Lunches

Tuck Shop

Thursday, October 29, 2026 - DAY 1

Pizza Day (12:40)

Community Crew Lunches

MILK DAY

Friday, October 30, 2026 - DAY 2

Halloween Parade & Dance - a Thon

🍂 Happy Weekend, Knights! 🍂

📅 Reminder: Monday is a PD Day, so there is no school for students. It is also Municipal Election Day. If you are eligible to vote, please take the time to cast your ballot.

🏃 Congratulations to our Cross Country Team! We are very proud of how you represented St. Anthony at this year’s NCDSB Cross Country Meet. Your hard work and sportsmanship were outstanding!

🎤 Niagara IceDogs Choir Performance
Thank you to the Niagara IceDogs for inviting our choir to sing the National Anthem on November 1. Tickets have been ordered and will be sent home with families before game day. If you would still like to attend, tickets can be purchased through the IceDogs Box Office.

🍕 Lunch Orders Reminder
Pizza and Milk orders will be closing soon. Please check SchoolCash Online to make sure your orders are submitted. Pasta Day orders will close earlier than other items, as we need to place that order ahead of time.

🗳️ Student Council Elections
Next week, we will hold elections for our 2026-2027 Student Council. Students in Grades 5, 6, 7, and 8 have put their names forward and will be sharing their speeches with their classmates. After the speeches, students will vote by secret ballot to choose their grade representative.

💉 Vaccination Information for Grades 7 & 8
Families of Grade 7 and 8 students have received information about upcoming vaccinations. Public Health Nurses will be at the school on Wednesday, October 28. Only students who have been registered online will receive vaccinations. Grade 8 students who missed vaccinations last year will be called to receive any remaining doses.

⛪ School Mass and Sacramental Celebrations
Thank you to Father Randy for celebrating Mass with us this week. It is always a blessing to gather together as a school community in faith.

Father Randy has also shared information for students preparing to receive their sacraments:

✝️ Grade 2 First Confession
Saturday, November 14 at 10:30 a.m.

🕊️ Grade 8 Confirmation
Saturday, November 21 at 11:00 a.m.

🎃 Halloween Parade and Dance-a-Thon
Our Halloween Parade and Dance-a-Thon will take place on Friday, October 30. The parade will begin at approximately 9:00 a.m., following the morning announcements.

📧 A separate email with details about the day will be sent home next week. Please review the letter that was sent home yesterday outlining expectations for the event.

🌟 Thank You!
Thank you for your ongoing support of our school community. We wish all of our St. Anthony families a safe, relaxing, and wonderful weekend!

St. Anthony Staff 🏰💙

In Keeping with the Niagara Catholic District School Board Dress Code Policy, we ask that all parents please review the flyer attached within this weekly Update.The Board policy is also attached below this message. The Flyer is linked down below and will always be here for you to review. Students are required to abide by the Dress Code policy and select items of clothing that meet the standard requirements. Other than the Navy Blue and White, students are welcome to also wear School Spiritwear which can be purchased through Maddalena Uniforms. With the weather turning cooler and students wearing additional layers, please remember that hoodies and sweaters must also be Navy Blue, White or school Spiritwear. The link to the Spiritwear provider is also always near the end of the weekly update. Students that are not following the Dress Code will be asked to call home for a change of clothing. If we cannot make those arrangements, students will be provided by the school an item of clothing that meets the guidelines. This item will be returned so that we can wash them and use them again in the future. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.

MORNING SUPERVISION 8:15 - 8:30

MORNING ENTRY 8:30

ANNOUNCEMENTS 8:40

AM RECESS 10:40-11:00 (Grades 1, 2, 3, 4,5 & Kindergarten RECESS) Grades 6,7,& 8 NUTRITION BREAK)

AM RECESS 11:00-11:20 (Grades 6,7,& 8 RECESS) (Grades 1, 2, 3, 4,5 & Kindergarten NUTRITION BREAK)

PM RECESS 12:40 - 1:00 (Grades 1, 2, 3, 4,5 & Kindergarten RECESS) Grades 6,7,& 8 NUTRITION BREAK)

PM RECESS 1:00-1:20 (Grades 6,7,& 8 RECESS) (Grades 1, 2, 3, 4,5 & Kindergarten NUTRITION BREAK)

DISMISSAL 2:50

Please remember to report your child's absence using the SAFEARRIVAL portal. With the office being a very busy place, you can also put in an EARLY DEPARTURE. This will allow us to have your child ready and at the office for the time you have selected. Often when parents call at the last minute, it may be difficullt to get students down at the office due to the large number of calls. Advanced planning will be extremely helpful.

f you are dropping off a lunch or having one delivered to the school, please have your child's first and last name clearly labeled on the package. Please make sure delivery services have the student's name when dropping off lunches. Also, please verify in your SchoolCashOnline portal that you ordered lunches on our Specialty Food Days. We do not order extras and will not have additional food in case your child doesn't have a lunch. We do always have additional items in our snack bins and we will do our best to provide food if they cannot contact you. Please review the new student Nutrition Break times.

Families are reminded to please update your child/children's immunization records with Niagara Region Public Health. You may do so by clicking this link. For more information please go to NRPH website if you have vaccine/record review questions or please call your health care provider. Families may also contact Public Health at 905-688-8248 or 1-888-505-6074 ext. 7425 and ask to speak with a public health vaccine nurse.

We remind you that it is important to keep the office updated with regards to any new information or changes to the information we have on file for your child. This may include new phone numbers, change of address, medical information, custody orders etc.