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Madonna Catholic School News

May 9, 2025

Madonna CatholicSchool NewsMay 9, 2025

Dear Madonna Catholic School Community,


Earlier this week, we had the pleasure of chatting with one of our visiting grandparents from the Linking Generations . Together, we marveled at the exponential growth we’ve seen in our students—academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually. At this point in the year, the transformation is nothing short of remarkable.


A heartfelt thank you to you—our parents. Your unwavering support and partnership have been instrumental in nurturing your children’s journey. These strides would not be possible without your collaboration.


This weekend, we pause to honor all mothers, and in a special way, our beloved Mother Mary. We offer this prayer:

Father, we ask for Your blessings on all mothers—present and future. We lift up those who may be struggling in their roles as mothers, those who have experienced loss, and those who are still waiting to be blessed with children. Grant them strength, wisdom, and peace as they navigate the joys and challenges of motherhood. Let them know they are loved, valued, and cherished. Amen.


Wishing you a restful and meaningful weekend,


Mrs. Cathy Hinger, Principal

Mrs. Fiona Wimmer, Assistant Principal

What's Ahead! What's Ahead!

May 14th - Madonna Parent Council Annual General Meeting 7:00pm

May 15th - 1SW Rosary Making

May 16th - 2L & C2M TPET Dreamcatcher, Walking Rosary Activity outdoors

May 20th - Victoria Day - No School

May 21st - KMWF and CKMWF to Strathcona Wilderness Centre & Grade 4's on Mayor's Walk

PARENTS: Join Us! Final Meeting of the Year PARENTS: Join Us! Final Meeting of the Year

FAITH INTEGRATION FAITH INTEGRATION

1 SW Assembly 1 SW Assembly

Mrs. Stadnick and Mrs. Wiunow's grade one students led us through a beautiful liturgy on Tuesday honoring our beloved Mother Mary. Well done 1SW!

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OLPH Parish Website

LEARNERS & LEARNING LEARNERS & LEARNING

Feature Staff Member - Ms. Andrea & Ms. Emma Feature Staff Member - Ms. Andrea & Ms. Emma

From eggs to chicks! From eggs to chicks!

Our ECS Cholak and Sellinger classes partnered up to bring in some chick eggs last month. The kindergarten students have had so many lessons related to the amazing process of eggs hatching into baby chicks! This unique, hands-on learning opportunity has offered so much more than just watching nature in action. It’s sparked rich conversations about life cycles, encouraged scientific thinking through observation and prediction, and helped build vocabulary around animal development.


Students have also explored early math skills by counting incubation days, measuring chick growth, and comparing sizes. Through writing, drawing, and storytelling, they’ve practiced literacy and creative expression. Most importantly, caring for the chicks has nurtured empathy, responsibility, and a deepened sense of curiosity about the world around them. The staff have also appreciate dpopping in and out to see the progress of these chicks - one tiny peep at a time!

Cuteness Alert: Chick video below...click and watch! Cuteness Alert: Chick video below...click and watch!

https://mcs.eics.ab.ca/download/510643

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Shoe Drive Winners Shoe Drive Winners

These students (along with Julia in ECS Fortier) were the lucky winner's of a range of gift cards from Strathcona County. They each brought in shoes during our campaign in April and had their names drawn from among the many students who helped out. Congratulations to you all an dthank you to the families who supported this event to help divert shoes from ending up in the landfill.

SYSTEMIC WELLNESS SYSTEMIC WELLNESS

Outside recess play...new sand..kickball...soccer..it's all fun!

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Looking for bugs!

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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Potluck Fun Potluck Fun

THANK YOU to all the families who came, brought amazing sweet or savoury dishes to share. The third annual Madonna Potluck was a wonderful opportunity to meet with one another and share a great experience. Shout out to Mrs. Larose for leading this event!

Register for a wonderful local summer camp @ OLPH Parish Register for a wonderful local summer camp @ OLPH Parish

Madonna Facebook Page
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Parish Contact Information

OLPH (Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish)

Masses at OLPH will be livestreamed. Please join using this link. https://www.facebook.com/olphsherwoodpark/videos/


Visit OLPH Website for more information about the parish and in regards to sacramental preparation.


Visit www.facebook.com/olphsherwoodpark

Quick Links Quick Links

EICS Trustee Update
GrACE Newsletter APRIL 2025
EICS Educational Technology
Bell Schedule
Parent PowerSchool Portal
Madonna Calendars for Pre K to Grade 4
EICS School Calendar 2024-2025
EICS 2025-2026 School Calendar
Boys and Girls Club Before & After School Club at Madonna
Madonna Catholic School
https://mcs.eics.ab.ca/

Cathy Hinger, Principal cathyhi@eics.ab.ca

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