Sept 21 - 25, 2026
This Sunday’s Gospel, Matthew 20:1–16, reminds us that God’s love and mercy are generous gifts, freely offered to everyone. The parable challenges us to move beyond comparison and instead be grateful for the gifts we have received.
Within our school community, each student comes to us with different strengths, needs, and experiences. Fairness does not always mean that everyone receives exactly the same thing. It means ensuring each student receives the care, encouragement, and support they need to grow and experience success.
Thank you to our families and staff for the many ways you extend patience, kindness, and grace to others. Together, we are building a community where every student is known, valued, and supported.
Monday September 21
- Terry Fox Run - Blk 6
Wednesday September 23
- Early Dismissal @ 2:10pm
Thursday September 24
- Grade 5 & 6 Swimming Lessons
Friday September 25
- Grade 8 Retreat
- Grade 5 & 6 Swimming Lessons
- PAC Hawks Nest Concession @ Lunchtime
Sunday September 27
- Hot Lunch Ordering closes @ 9:00pm
In order for your child to be permitted to use technology in school and participate in field trips, parents must digitally consent by filling out the 2026-2027 Yearly Consent forms.
Please log into your PowerSchool Parent Portal account and complete each of these consent forms.
Additional information can be found on the Parent Technology Handbook - PowerSchool for Parents page on the EICS website.
St. Theresa House System: Faith, Friendship, and Belonging
St. Theresa House System: Faith, Friendship, and Belonging
Our new House System is designed to help every student feel that they belong at St. Theresa. Each student will join one of four Houses: St. Carlo Acutis (Faith), St. Josephine Bakhita (Courage), St. Oscar Romero (Justice), or St. Francis of Assisi (Service). The Houses will bring together students from different grades and programs, and students will remain in their House throughout their time at St. Theresa.
Through House activities and friendly competitions, students will have opportunities to make new friends, support one another, live out their faith, and contribute to our school community. They can earn points through participation, positive choices, service, and school spirit. Our first House Point Challenge will take place during the Terry Fox Run.
The House Cup will give us something fun to work toward together, but the heart of the system is belonging. We want students to see themselves as part of a community where their gifts matter and where faith, courage, justice, and service are lived every day.
In 1980, Terry Fox decided to run across Canada to help raise money for cancer research. He ran a marathon every day with just one leg and a whole lot of heart. Even though he didn’t finish the run, he inspired millions of people—including us! Now it’s our turn to keep his dream going!
On Monday, September 21, our school will participate in a school-wide Terry Fox Run. The event will begin at 1:40 p.m. with a short assembly, followed by the run itself. Students will run for about an hour along a designated course around the school grounds, with teachers stationed at key points to guide and support them. This event not only promotes physical activity but also fosters a sense of community as we work together to raise money for cancer research. Parents and guardians are warmly invited to join us on the school grounds to cheer on the runners and be part of this special day.
The Terry Fox Run honours a Canadian hero whose Marathon of Hope inspired people across the country. Terry Fox ran across Canada to raise awareness and funds for cancer research, showing remarkable determination, perseverance, and courage. Sadly, cancer continues to touch many of our lives. This run gives us the opportunity to come together as a school community, contribute to a meaningful cause, and carry forward Terry’s legacy of hope. Together, St. Theresa raised $793 last year! Our goal is $1,000 this year!
We will collect donations for the Terry Fox Foundation, which supports vital cancer research and treatment initiatives locally and across Canada. Thanks to efforts like these, cancer survival rates have improved dramatically—from approximately 25% in the 1940s to around 60% today, and over 90% for certain types of cancer. Your contributions truly make a difference.
This event is a wonderful way for our students to learn about empathy, resilience, and determination, while seeing firsthand how their actions can positively impact others. We thank you for your support and look forward to an inspiring and memorable day together.
Terry's wish is Rooted. Together we will Unite. Our goal will be Sent.
How Parents can access their children’s images online:
• Go to mylifetouch.ca
• Click on “Student ID”
• Enter in your school's city, province and school name
• Follow the instructions to view and order your child’s photos
There will also be proofs sent to the school with access codes in the next week or so.
Supporting our school through Hot Lunch orders!!
Culinary Delights is thrilled to announce that we'll be partnering with the St. Theresa Parent Advisory Council for a fundraising initiative through our Hot Lunch Program. With just a few clicks, you can order delicious, hassle free meals for your child while also supporting our school community. A portion of the proceeds from every hot lunch sale goes directly towards funding educational programs and resources, field trips and school events that enrich our children's learning experience. Order today and help us make a difference at St. Theresa!!
As we get ready for another exciting year at school, it is also time to get the Hot Lunch Program up and running. We will be doing online ordering for all orders to ensure accuracy with the orders and to make the process as easy for everyone as possible.
The hot lunch online order system requires a small amount of setup time at the beginning as you must register each child you have attending our school prior to ordering hot lunch. Once the initial setup process is complete, your hot lunch orders for the remainder of the year should be quick and simple.
*PLEASE NOTE – Last year's accounts were all deleted. You will have to create a new account for this school year.
HOT LUNCH ORDERING DEADLINE TO ORDER SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 27, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Volleyball
Hawks volleyball got into full swing this week with the girls hosting parity games on Tuesday and Thursday. The girls went 5-1 on the first night defeating Cloverbar and Lakeland Ridge, followed by a tight split with Forest Grove. On Thursday the girls lost a tough match against FR Haythorne and then defeated Holy Redeemer.
The St. Theresa Boys Volleyball was very successful this week winning both games on Tuesday against Forest Grove and Cloverbar. As well, they won another two games on Thursday against FR Haythorne and St. John Paul II. Great job boys!
The Volleyball teams finish their exhibition games on Monday; boys @ FR Haythorne, girls @ Forest Grove.
Registration is now open for Confirmation Preparation Classes at OLPH Parish. Once again we are offering youth confirmation twice during the school year, a fall session and a spring session.
Please see the registration link below for families with children in grades 6 - 8.
OLPH Parish
We Remember, We Celebrate, We Believe
OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP PARISH
13 Brower Drive, Sherwood Park AB. T8H 1Y7
Phone : 780 467 5470 Fax : 780 467 0530
E-mail: info@olph.ca Website: www.olph.ca
St. Theresa Catholic School
Email: stt@eics.ab.ca
Website: https://stt.eics.ab.ca/
Location: 2021 Brentwood Blvd, Sherwood Park, AB, Canada
Phone: 780-464-4001
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/St.TheresaCatholicMiddleSchool/