Madonna Catholic School News

August 28, 2026

Dear Madonna Families,

Thank you so much to everyone who came by our Welcome Back BBQ and Open House last evening! It was amazing to see so many of our students, connect with parents, and learn all about your summer. We are truly blessed at Madonna to have such a strong parent community, and we look forward to a wonderful year ahead.

Staggered Start Days (August 31 & September 1) Please remember to sign up for your student's staggered start day. See the poster below. Choosing either August 31 or September 1 allows students to attend in a smaller group, meet their classmates and staff, and learn the routines of their new classroom.

Road Construction Notice (August 24 – September 4) Malvern Drive, along the west side of our school property, is our designated parent drop-off zone and is currently undergoing road construction.

Please note the following guidelines during this period:

NO PARENT ACCESS TO STAFF PARKING LOT - we have grown a lot on our staff this year!
Quick Drop-and-Go Only: You may drive along Malvern Drive to drop off your child quickly, but stopping and parking are strictly prohibited.
Best Parking Option: Park in the business area across the road and walk your child safely across to the school.
Timeline: Regular parking and drop-off routines along Malvern Drive will resume after September 4.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation in keeping our school zone safe for all students.

Have a wonderful weekend!

Fiona Wimmer, Assistant Principal

Cathy Hinger, Principal

What's Ahead

August 31 - Staggered start day #1

September 1 - Staggered start day #2

September 2 - ALL students are present together in grades 1-4 **EARLY DISMISSAL @ 2:09pm

September 3 & 4 - Regular classes

September 7 - NO SCHOOL - LABOUR DAY HOLIDAY

September 8 - Students resume classes

COGITO Uniforms

As many of our families know when they came to Open House the orders that were made online BEFORE JULY 31 are partially delivered. Shirts and hoodies came to our school and are ready for pick up in the office. However there is a delay for the warmer v-neck sweater and cardigans that were ordered. As soon as those arrive we will send them home with your child. There is no ETA yet for August orders.

Welcome Back BBQ & Open House

Staff Mass August 28 @ Skaro Shrine

Starting the school year together outside at Skaro Shrine is a wonderful way for the Elk Island Catholic School family to connect. Praying under the open sky with Archbishop Hero, priests, and deacons helps everyone feel united before the busy month of September begins.

Events like this do more than just mark the start of the year. They remind the staff of their shared goal and faith before classrooms fill up again. Sharing this energy through your new school theme is a great way to inspire both staff and students for the year ahead.