St Brendan Newsletter

Monday - Remembrance Day Ceremony at 9am

Tuesday - PD day no school

Wednesday - Remembrance Day - No school

Thursday - Fall Break

Friday - Fall Break

Families are welcome to join us at 9am for our Remembrance day ceremony. We are aiming to begin at 9am. Please make sure to sign in and out in the office if you are planning on attending.

On Tuesday November 10th all staff will be participating in valuable professional development. This provides a valuable opportunity for staff to step away from the demands of the daily routines and invest in their professional growth. All students do have no school on this day.

Demonstration of Learning is coming on November 19th! This is an opportunity to connect with your child's teacher and discuss progress and what you can do to support their learning. A parent and teacher connection is the most important to help your child be as successful as they can. A link is coming out today to book a time with your child's teacher. Bookings will need to be made for all students from grade 1 - 9. If you need help with booking your appointment, please reach out to the teacher you would like to book with.

Please remember to check PowerSchool for any outstanding fees owed for fieldtrips and activities.

Métis Week 2026 runs from November 15 to November 22, 2026, honoring the culture, history, and resilience of the Métis Nation and commemorating the legacy of Louis Riel on November 16.

Families in the Edmonton region can participate in local community celebrations, cultural gatherings, and youth-friendly activities:

1. Fort Edmonton Park Family Celebration: Join Children and Family Services at the Indigenous Peoples Experience on Tuesday, November 18, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. for an evening of community, an Elder prayer, a warm dinner, cultural activities, guided tours, and horse rides. Find details on the Otipemisiwak Métis Government Events page.
2. Sherwood Park Kitchen Party: Attend a free, family-friendly kitchen party featuring live Métis music and community gatherings on November 17, 2026. Check out community announcements via the Sherwood Park Kitchen Party Group.
3. Edmonton Public Library (EPL) Programs: Explore family-oriented book lists, displays, and youth resources like The Gift of the Great Buffalo and Métis Like Me through the Edmonton Public Library Bibliocommons List.

4. Proud to Be Métis: Celebrating Métis Week at Métis Crossing. Check out what Métis has to offer to learn more about Métis Culture: https://metiscrossing.com/metis-week-celebration-history-culture/

We're excited to partner with Purdys Chocolatier for a delicious fundraising opportunity! As the holiday season approaches, families can purchase chocolates and gifts while supporting our school community.

Funds raised through this campaign will help enhance student learning experiences and support school initiatives, resources, and activities that benefit all students at St. Brendan. Every purchase makes a difference and helps us continue providing enriching opportunities for our learners. Based on information shared with Gosia Beringer, the fundraiser runs until November 30, 2026.

Shop and Support St. Brendan Here:
St. Brendan Purdys Fundraiser

Volunteer opportunities for "St. Brendan's Casino December 3rd and 4th 2026" are now open. The casino is the biggest fundraising opportunity for our school community and the funds come right back to our students. Every volunteer position filled helps our school reach its fundraising goals to create excellent learning opportunities for your children.

Please click on the following web link (or copy it into your web browser if clicking doesn't work) to go to the signup sheet:

volunteersignup.org/7KEL9

To sign up, just follow the instructions on the page. It only takes a few seconds to do.

By giving us a few hours of your time, you help secure thousands of dollars that make a lasting difference in your child's education and school experience.

Thank you for volunteering, We appreciate your time. Each volunteer will get one free meal per a shift. If you have any questions in regards to the shift schedule or splitting up a shift, please use the contact below.

StBrendanFACasino@gmail.com

Thank you for your consideration,

• St. Brendan Parent Council

Nov 15 - 21 Métis week

Nov 19 - Gr 8 Spanish field trip

Nov 19 Demonstration of Learning

Nov 27 - Gathering Circle

Dec 2 - Christmas Concert

Dec 17 - Gathering Circle (full day of school)

Dec 18 - Half day

Dec 19 - January 3 - Christmas Break

Email: 1970publicemail@ecsd.net
Website: www.stbrendan.ecsd.net
Location: 9260 58 Street Northwest, Edmonton, AB, Canada
Phone: 780-466-1281