The Good News September 4th, 2026

Leadership Message

We had a wonderful first week back at St. John XXIII! Our students arrived full of excitement for the new year, and our staff shares that same enthusiasm for the journey ahead.

As we embark on this year together, we encourage you to stay connected, communicate with us, and actively share in your child's faith and learning experiences. You are your child’s first teacher, and your presence is an integral part of our school community.

Our staff is here to make your child's time with us as fulfilling and successful as possible. Please never hesitate to reach out—we look forward to partnering with you!

St. John XXIII Leadership Team

Erin Croft (School Principal) & Jennifer Maynard (Assistant Principal)

Looking Ahead

Monday, Sept. 7

No School - Labour Day

Tuesday, Sept. 8

Regular school day

Wednesday, Sept. 9

Early Dismissal/ Back to School Assembly at 12:35 pm

Thursday, Sept. 10

First Fire Drill

Friday, Sept. 11

Regular school day

Upcoming Dates

Friday, September 18: Nature 1 Lost in the Woods (In School field trip)

Monday, September 21: Annual General Parent Council Meeting 5:30 in the school library

Friday, September 25: Opening School Mass at 10 am (OLA Parish)- All are welcome!

Monday, September 28: Terry Fox Run (Start Time 2 pm)

Tuesday, September 29: Wear your Orange Shirt

Wednesday, September 30: Truth and Reconciliation Day (NO School)

Thursday, October 1: Grade 1's go to Prairie Gardens & Gr 2 In School Teachers Pet

Friday, October 2: PD Day (No School)

October 5 & 6: School Picture Day

Seeking Lunch Time Supervisors

We are seeking to hire lunch time supervisors. This is a paid position and the commitment would be one hour per day. If you are interested in applying or learning more about this position, please email us at stj@eics.ab.ca or by calling the school at 780-998-7777

Parking Lot Protocols

Our Staff Numbers have increased this year, resulting in the need for all the stalls to be reserved for staff. The exception to this is families who are dropping off pathways students, and daycare drop off and pick up. There is ample street parking and the Sportsplex parking lot across the street for those families who wish to park, and walk your child to their door. Thanks for your understanding.

Entrance Doors

Bussing

If you are registered for busing next year, your child's first day of school as per the above information will be their first day of busing. If you wish to register your child for the bus or change your current route due to changing schools, please contact the Student Transportation Department of EIPS at (780) 417-8151 or st@eips.ca.

Kanga Pouches

All grades except Grade 4 will receive a Communication (Kanga) Pouch. The fee will be added to your child's PowerSchool account before the end of September. If you already have a Communication/Kanga Pouch, please let your child's teacher know. If you need a replacement, please call the office and

IMPORTANT: Please Update Student Info in your PowerSchool Account

2026-2027 Yearly Consent

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.

These consent forms are available in your PowerSchool Parent Portal. Please complete each of these consent forms by September 8, 2026 For more information, please go to the PowerSchool page on our website, where you will also find a link to an instructional video.

Medical Support Plans and EpiPens

Does your child have medical information, a condition the school should be aware of or require medication? If so please complete a B.2) 2026-2027 Medical Status Update/Request for Medical Treatment form located in your Parent Portal . This form is required yearly. We use this important information to alert any staff members, including substitute teachers, of any existing medical needs we need to be aware of. If your child requires medication at school you must fill out the medical form with all relevant information related to the medication.

If your child requires use of an EpiPen, please make sure this is filled out immediately. If your child no longer has a medical condition, you are required to update the form accordingly.

Please note:

All medications, even over-the-counter medications such as Tylenol, Benadryl etc. require a label from the pharmacy
the submission of a Medical Form is required prior to medication being sent to the school

If you need assistance, please click the Medical Form link found on our website.

Action Required - 2026-2027 Demographic Validation Form

All returning students are required to fill out the 2026-2027 Demographic Validation Form. Having the most up-to-date information about our students ensures that we receive all available funding to support your child's learning as well as current information to reach you during the day if necessary.

If you have not already done so, we ask that you please complete this form in PowerSchool

You can follow these steps to access, review and submit the form:

1. Log into PowerSchool at https://eics.powerschool.com/

2. Under the “Forms & Fees” menu click “School Engage Student Forms”

3. Students - Select your child’s name (please complete one form for each child)

4. Click on the word “New” beside the form name A.8) 2026-2027 Demographic Validation

Video tutorial link (**from 2021-2022) on how to complete the form https://www.eics.ab.ca/parents-and-students/powerschool-log-in

Thank you in advance for completing these forms so your child experiences the full learning benefits at St. John XXIII Catholic School.

Please contact the office at 780-998-7777 if you have any questions.