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Let us pray for the great gift of Catholic Education as we walk together in faith and advocacy for Catholic Education. In anticipation of Catholic Education Sunday on November 5th, we would invite you to read a letter prepared by the Catholic Bishops of Alberta and the Northwest territories. Read full letter here: English Version: https://www.redeemer.ab.ca/documents/1c202b2b-26fb-46ed-9106-286aebde7af4/2023_09_26_Catholic%20Education%20Sunday%20-%20Oct.5,%202023.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217030258 Version française: https://www.redeemer.ab.ca/documents/a3a1ef43-c848-4054-b987-ed4916aca31a/2023_10_04_Catholic%20Education%20Sunday%20-%20Oct.5%202023_FR.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217032250

Starting at sundown on October 31, All Hallow's Eve, we begin our celebration of the Solemnity of All Saints, or All Hallows. This great feast celebrates all those who are in Heaven, in the beatific light of God's face. The Church celebrates all Saints, those who are canonized and those known only to the Lord. We ask for their intercession, to pray for us as living members of the Body of Christ, and we strive to follow their example in the hope of one day being counted among their number.

Some Halloween fun at CTR schools!

Wishing all of our students and families a wonderful and safe Halloween! 🎃

Catholic school communities are critical and valued partners in the mission of the Church, as parishioners share sincere appreciation for Catholic education and their deep concern for young people. Bishop McGrattan extends his invitation to one of four Pastoral Renewal Gatherings across the diocese in November. Members of Christ The Redeemer School Communities are invited to not only attend, but to bring as many of your team, trustees, parents, leaders and teachers as possible. https://www.catholicyyc.ca/renewal.html

Nominations for The Prime Minister's Awards for Teaching Excellence are open. These awards recognize educators for their outstanding contributions to education and their commitment to preparing youth for a digital and innovation-based economy. The Teaching Excellence in STEM Awards acknowledge exceptional Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics teachers who foster an innovation culture. Nominate a teacher today! #PMAwards https://pmate-ppmee.ised-isde.canada.ca/site/pm-awards-teaching-excellence-stem/en/nominate-teacher

TRANSPORTATION UPDATE 6:21 am – October 24, 2023 All of our schools are open, and all buses are expected to be running. Although we expect buses to run, we anticipate that slippery and challenging road conditions might cause some to run late. Please do not leave children unattended at bus stops, and please ensure that they are dressed appropriately for the conditions. Even where we initially determine that rural buses can travel, individual bus drivers have the authority to cancel routes if they determine that local conditions may be unsafe. In the case that a route is cancelled, Southland Transportation will contact families. In-town stops will not be accommodated either, if the route is cancelled. CTR will continue to monitor the road conditions throughout the day. Visit www.redeemer.ab.ca for up-to-date bus route information on the “Bus Status” tab in the top right of the webpage. Students and staff driving to school should use extra caution and plan for additional travel time.

Bishop McGrattan has called a fast in the Diocese of Calgary to occur on Tuesday, October 17. This is in response to the global request of the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, Pierbattista Cardinal Pizzaballa. The call is for a day of fasting, abstinence, and prayer; in particular, to pray the Rosary in request of the intercession of the Mother of God for the gift of peace. If you would like information about how your family can pray together with the Church on this day for peace, please see the letter from the Diocese of Calgary: https://www.redeemer.ab.ca/documents/e657306e-f04c-4d40-8d8b-5674fce98841?fingerprint=ppb20251217033225

Celebrate National School Bus Safety Week Oct. 15-21, 2023. 🚌 Remember, "Reds Flashing Means No Passing." The fine for passing a school bus with its red lights flashing is $567 and six demerit points. Let's work together to ensure our students get to and from school safely! CTR Catholic safely transports 5,000 students for throughout our communities on 89 bus routes to and from 17 schools. ➡ Bus Drivers are still needed! Are you interested in driving a school bus? Interested applicants can visit www.southland.ca to apply or contact your local dispatch office: Brooks Dispatch 1-877-533-3959 Canmore Dispatch – 1-866-962-7100 Drumheller Dispatch – 1-877-533-3953 High River Dispatch – 403-938-3966 Okotoks Dispatch – 403-938-3966 Strathmore Dispatch – 1-877-533-3959

Calling all artists! Students are invited to submit a piece of artwork to be used for this year's CTR Catholic division Christmas card. ✉️🎨 The artwork selected will be printed on a greeting card! The winning artist will also receive copies of the card. Here are some points to keep in mind: 1. A religious Christmas focus should be evident. 2. Colour would enhance visual composition and reproduction. 3. Please no words on the images. Deadline for submissions is Nov. 10. Talk to your teacher about submitting your artwork!

Check out this month's CTR Catholic Board of Trustee Highlights from its September 28, 2023 meeting at the Catholic Education Centre in Okotoks.

We are full of grateful for each one of our families, students, and staff and wish you all an abundance of blessings this Thanksgiving weekend. Reminder: There will be no school on Monday, Oct. 10 for Thanksgiving Day and staff will participate in a division-wide professional development on Tuesday, Oct. 11. Students will return to class on Wednesday, Oct. 12. Have a safe and happy weekend! 🍂🍁