May 13 – MWI Day – we will be commemorating Father Bill all week
May 14 – Fire Station field trip for 1D
May 15 – Fire Station field trip for 1/2C
May 15 – Grade 4 classes swimming lesson at Terwillegar Rec Centre
May 17 – No school for all ECSD students – schools are closed
May 20 – Victoria Day – no school
May 21 – Field trip to Miquelon Lake – 6A and 6D
May 22 – Field trip to Ukrainian Village – Grade 3
May 24 – Field trip to John Janzen – 5A and 5C
May 24 – Field trip to the TELUS World of Science – Kindergarten, all day for both AM and PM students
May 27 – Swimming Field Trip at Rec Centre for Grade 4
May 28 – Grade 6 Immunization – AM
May 29 – Ninja Dash
May 31 – Swimming Field Trip #2 at Rec Centre for Grade 4
June 3 – Cinderella performed by Alberta Musical Theatre Company – AM
June 3 to 6 – BOGO (Buy one, get one) Book Fair
June 4 – Swimming Field Trip #3 at Rec Centre for Grade 4
June 5 – TELUS World of Science field trip for Grade 3
June 7 – Field trip to Father Michael Mireau School – 4C
June 7 – Year End Birch Bay field trip – Grade 6 (ends at 6:45 – parents need to pick up students at the school at this time)
Photos needed – Sacraments
At MWI, we prioritize commemorating the significant Catholic sacraments as our students receive them. Please send your child’s teacher a photo of your child partaking in their sacrament that we can display on our Sacrament Board.
Ninja Dash – Wednesday May 29
Ninja Dash is on May 29!
Congratulations to our NINJA DASH EARLY BIRD VOLUNTEER WINNERS Dinah, Tammy, and Nadim! They will be going home with Edmonton Elks game tickets, the Ranch Golf passes, and Telus World of Science Passes. Thank you to the Ranch & Raymond James Financial Advisors for these wonderful prizes!
Check out our website for all your NINJA DASH NEEDS:
Well done MWI Golden Wolves on gathering pledges this past weekend.
Way to lead the pack!
Yearbooks for Sale
It is time to order your yearbook for this year. The deadline to order is June 21 and the cost is $23.00. Please use the QR code in the file below to order directly through Lifetouch Photography. We cannot accept orders at school.
April 29 – Rosary Kits arrive from the Knights of Columbus – we will be learning to pray the Rosary during the month of May
April 30 – 5B students perform at Celebration of the Arts at the Jubilee Auditorium
April 30 – Au revoir, Mme Frost, bonne chance!
May 1 – Deadline to order Spirit Wear
May 1 – Field trip to Aviation Museum – 6C
May 3 – Field trip to Aviation Museum – 6B
May 3 – Field trip to TELUS World of Science for Grades 1/2C and 2A
Field trip to City Hall – 6A
May 3 – Last day to order Hot Dogs for May 10
May 5 to 10 – Catholic Education Week
May 6 – Field trip to TELUS World of Science for Grades 2B and 2D
May 6 – Hands On Science – 5A and 5C
May 6 & 7 – Investigation in-school field trip – Grade 6
May 8 – Hats On! For Mental Health
May 8 – Class photos and School-wide Panaroma photo Day
May 9 – Wear blue for Catholic Education
May 10 – Hot Dog and ice cream lunch – order by May 3
May 10 – Ninja Dash Pep Rally at 2:15 PM
May 14 – Fire Station fieldtrip for 1D
May 15 – Fire Station fieldtrip for 1B
May 15 – Grade 4 classes take swimming lesson at Terwillegar Rec Centre
May 17 – No school for all ECSD students – schools are closed
May 20 – Victoria Day – no school
May 22 – Parent Appreciation Morning
ECSD’s Grace for the Heart and Soul
Did you hear about the contributions that the MWI staff made to our community last week? On April 25, embodying our values as Catholics and responsible citizens, our staff members demonstrated compassion in various ways. Some donated blood to Canadian Blood Services, others assembled essential care packages for individuals at Hope Mission, and another group planted pots of flowers for the seniors at Devonshire. It was truly a heartwarming afternoon of collective kindness and impact.
Photos needed – Sacraments
At MWI, we prioritize commemorating the significant Catholic sacraments as our students receive them. Please send your child’s teacher a photo of your child partaking in their sacrament that we can display on our Sacrament Board.
MWI Spirit Wear
Our Grade 5 Ambassadors are wearing MWI Spirit Wear
It is time to buy your MWI School Spirit Wear! We are excited to offer our school logo on a variety of items. Please see the catalogue and order form below.
Every year the Canadian Mental Health Association dedicates a week in May to raise the awareness of Mental Health. This year Mental Health Week will run May 6-10, and Hats On! for Mental Health Day will take place on May 8. Albertans are invited to wear a hat to raise awareness of the importance of good mental health.
Ninja Dash – Wednesday May 29
Ninja Dash is on May 29!
It’s just around the corner! Our annual Ninja Dash will be held on May 29, and we need YOUR help. This event is not only tons of fun, but also our biggest fundraiser of the year. We will need 50 volunteers on that day. Can you be one of our volunteers please?
Yearbooks for Sale
It is time to order your yearbook for this year. The deadline to order is June 21 and the cost is $23.00. Please use the QR code in the file below to order directly through Lifetouch Photography. We cannot accept orders at school.
Marianne & Simonna from 5B and Paulina & Avery from 1B joined Mme Ghali for a sushi lunch last week. Who will the winners be for May? Starting April, there are 2 winners each month!
Our Mosiac Mural is complete!
Hot Dog and Ice Cream Lunch
We are offering another MWI Hot Dog Hot Lunch! All students are welcome to order a hot dog and an ice cream. Kindergarten students are included! Here are the details:
When: Friday May 10, 2024
Menu: Jumbo hot dog with an ice cream treat
Cost: $4.50 per combo
Please order your child’s hot lunch on PowerSchool starting on Friday April 26 and before Friday May 3. As there are no options to select, you only need to indicate, and pay for, the number of combos your child wants. Kindergarten students will receive their lunch at 11:00 AM for the morning class and at 12:45 PM for the afternoon class. See poster below.
April 15 – Panago Pizza 15% discount for students with last names A-L
April 15 – School Council meeting at 6:30 PM – in person and online – the link will be emailed to you after 6:00 PM
April 15 – Teacher’s Pet Science for Grade 3 students (3A/3B, and 3C/3B)
April 16 – Panago Pizza 15% discount for students with last names M-Z
April 17 – Glass fusion workshops for Kindergarten students
April 18 – Teacher’s Pet Science for Grade 3 students (3D/3B)
April 21 – Last day to order Subway Hot Lunch for April 26
April 22 – Jersey Day or Dress in Orange and Blue Day – Go Oilers!
April 22 – Earth Day! We will be cleaning our school field
April 22 – Teacher’s Pet Science for Grades 2B and 2D
April 23 – Grade 6 field trip to TELUS World of Science
April 26 – Hot Lunch Day – Subway
April 26 – Theme Day: Inside out and Backwards Day
April 26 – Ordering begins for the next Hot Dog and ice cream lunch on PowerSchool (deadline May 3)
April 29 – Rosary Kits arrive from the Knights of Columbus – we will be learning to pray the Rosary
April 30 – 5B students perform at Celebration of the Arts at the Jubilee Auditorium
May 1 – Deadline to order Spirit Wear
May 1 – Field trip to Aviation Museum – 6C
May 3 – Field trip to Aviation Museum – 6B
May 3 – Field trip to City Hall – 6A
May 3 – Last day to order Hot Dogs for May 10
May 6 – Hands On Science – 5A and 5C
May 6 & 7 – Investigation in-school field trip – Grade 6
May 8 – Hats On! For Mental Health
May 8 – Class photos
May 10 – Hot Dog and ice cream lunch – order by May 3
May 10 – Ninja Dash Pep Rally at 2:15 PM
MWI Spirit Wear
Our Grade 5 Ambassadors are wearing MWI Spirit Wear
It is time to buy your MWI School Spirit Wear! We are excited to offer our school logo on a variety of items. Please see the catalogue and order form below.
Every year the Canadian Mental Health Association dedicates a week in May to raise the awareness of Mental Health. This year Mental Health Week will run May 6-10, and Hats On! for Mental Health Day will take place on May 8. Albertans are invited to wear a hat to raise awareness of the importance of good mental health.
Ninja Dash – Wednesday May 29
Ninja Dash is on May 29!
It’s just around the corner! Our annual Ninja Dash will be held on May 29, and we need YOUR help. This event is not only tons of fun, but also our biggest fundraiser of the year. We will need 50 volunteers on that day. Can you be one of our volunteers please?
Photos needed – Sacraments
At MWI, we prioritize commemorating the significant Catholic sacraments as our students receive them. Please send your child’s teacher a photo of your child partaking in their sacrament that we can display on our Sacrament Board.
Student Faith Leadership Award
On April 10, Annaliese from 3/4B accepted her award as the MWI Student Faith Leader. She was honoured by our Trustee, Lisa Turchansky. Congratulations, Anneliese. Bravo!
Lunch with the Principal
Travis from 6B and Mme Ghali enjoyed sushi together last week.
Lenten Project
Thank you for your support with our Lenten project. We will be donating $1500.00 to Catholic Social Services, and we know they will be thrilled! Come by and see our completed mural.
SCHOOL COUNCIL NEWS
School Council Meeting
Please join us for our next School Council meeting on Monday April 15. We will be meeting in the school’s staff room, and we will also have an online option through TEAMS.
Come learn about the exciting events planned for Spring 2024 and about the upcoming Ninja Dash.
Hot Dog and Ice Cream Lunch
We are offering another MWI Hot Dog Hot Lunch! All students are welcome to order a hot dog and an ice cream, Kindergarten students included! Here are the details.
When: Friday May 10, 2024
Menu: Jumbo hot dog with an ice cream treat
Cost: $4.50 per combo
Please order your child’s hot lunch on PowerSchool starting on Friday April 26 and before Friday May 3. As there are no options to select, you only need to indicate, and pay for, the number of combos your child wants. Kindergarten students will receive their lunch at 11:00 AM for the morning class and at 12:45 PM for the afternoon class. See poster below.
March 16 – Lego League provincial competition in Red Deer – Go MWI!
March 18 – 6C field trip to International Airport – PM
March 18 to March 22 – Francophonie Week
Monday: La Girandole and Dress in GREEN
Tuesday: Roger Dallaire concerts and dress like Lumberjack Day
Wednesday: Outdoor games
Thursday: Outdoor games and La Tire/Maple Taffy
Friday: Jersey Day
March 20 – Hot Cross Bun pick at 2:30 PM
March 20 – Last day to order Hot Lunch for April 3, order on PowerSchool
March 21 – Full day of school – Kindergarten students in class
March 22 – Half day of school – No school for all Kindergarten students
March 22 – Spring Break starts
March 29 – Good Friday
March 31 – Easter Sunday
April 2 – Classes resume
April 3 – Hot Lunch – Chicken strips
April 5 – Easter Mass at St. Thomas More Parish at 1:15 – Everyone is welcome! Please meet us at the church or come to school and walk with your child’s class. Be sure to contact the teacher in advance if you wish to volunteer to supervise our walk.
April 10 – 1B and 1D field trip to John Walter Museum
April 11 & 12 – Grade 4 in school field trips – Catapults!
April 15 – School Council meeting at 6:30 PM – in person and online
Preparing for Holy Week
Even though we won’t be at school during Holy Week, our students will remain engaged in the exploration of the significance of the Stations of the Cross and the Last Supper. Through guided sessions, students will learn about the events leading up to Jesus’ crucifixion by delving into scripture, prayer, and reflection. Throughout the final school week of Lent, we will continue our commitment to prayer, fasting, and almsgiving.
Lenten Project
This Lenten season, we are once again supporting Catholic Social Services, the organization founded by our namesake, William Irwin, who was dedicated to aiding vulnerable members of our community. There is still time to sponsor a tile. Go to PowerSchool to see the four options. Help us complete our mosaic!
Here’s what the mural looks like so far.
Ninja Dash – Wednesday May 29
Ninja Dash is on May 29!
It’s just around the corner! Our annual Ninja Dash will be held on May 29, and we need YOUR help. This event is not only tons of fun, but also our biggest fundraiser of the year. We will need 50 volunteers on that day. Can you be one of our volunteers please?
Bravo Brick Breakers!
On February 24, The Brick Breakers won the Motivate Award for “embracing the culture of FIRST LEGO League through team building, team spirit and displayed enthusiasm”. They also placed 4th overall and will be competing in provincials in Red Deer on March 16. They have been working so hard and we are already immensely proud! Thank you to their coaches, Mrs. D’Agostini, Mrs. Ostopowich, and Mme Sandy.
Basketball Free Throw
Our students had a great time at St. John XXIII at the Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship. This event provides an athletic outlet and encourage the values of sportsmanship and healthy competition. Bravo Golden Wolves and thank you coaches.
CarnavalSashes
It’s not too late to purchase a sash. These handmade woolen sashes are available for purchase on PowerSchool. A small sash, good for Kinder to Grade 3, is $5.30 and a medium sash, good for Grades 4 to 6, is $6.30.
SCHOOL COUNCIL NEWS
School Council Meeting
Please join us for our next School Council meeting on Monday April 15. We will be meeting in the school’s staff room, and we will also have an online option through TEAMS.
Come learn about the exciting events planned for 2024.
Murray McCourt, SC Chair
DIVISION NEWS
Please read Chief Superintendent Anderson’s March message.
Pre-enrolment for the 2024-2025 school year is due on March 22. This process is key in helping us understand how many students we will be expecting in September 2024. Your participation supports the Division in making informed decisions regarding staffing, class sizes, and program offerings.
All students in the Division are required to complete the pre-enrolment process whether they are staying with their current school or transitioning into Kindergarten, Junior High, or High School.
The pre-enrolment process will run until March 22, 2024. Log into PowerSchool and select your preferred school for the 2024-2025 school year by clicking the “Pre-Enrolment for Next Year” icon.
École Monsignor William Irwin 
