The Patrioteer – November 14, 2025

November is the month of Remembrance.

We remember those who have passed. This leads us to think of soldiers who have died fighting for peace and freedom, of our loved ones who have passed on, and of the holy saints who now intercede for us in Heaven.

We remember those fighting for peace. On Monday, the Grade Fours and Sixes led us in prayer and reflection during Remembrance Day Assembly. It was a lovely time to come together as a community and pray for peace.

We remember our deceased loved ones. This month the staff are offering special prayers daily for our loved ones and those in our community who have passed on. If you would like to join us there is a prayer at the end of the newsletter. 

We remember the saints and their example. Some of our classrooms are looking at the lives of the saints, or those who lived exemplary lives of virtue and joy. These men and women can teach us a lot about how to love our neighbour and God. 

May God continue to guide and care for us as we pass through this month of Remembrance. 

St. Jude, Pray for Us!

Thank you to the grade 4 and 6 classes for a beautiful Remembrance Day assembly which honoured  the soldiers and people who fought for our country and for those who continue to work for peace in our world today. 

As the students shared in their assembly, “May we honour their memory not only in words, but through our actions of kindness, respect, and unity”.

Thank you for sharing with all of us of this message of peace and for reminding us that peace is not just the absence of war, but also the presence of justice, compassion, and human dignity.

For those students who had a retake photo earlier this month, your proofs have already been sent home.  If you would like to order photos, the order deadline is November 20th.  Orders can be made online. 

We had a blast this week learning the basics of Tennis from Marcus at Fun Tennis Services! Each class got an opportunity to explore this fun sport in our gym. Thanks Marcus for coming by this week and Mr. C for planning these fun activities! 

We will need to close after school club early due to some scheduled school events. Please make note of these changes. 

Friday, November 28th

The staff Christmas party is taking place this day, so the after school club will be closing at 4:00pm in order to facilitate our staff celebration. 

Wednesday, December 10th 

The school Christmas program, “Straw and Order” will be taking place at 6:00pm this day, so we will be ending the after school club at 5:00pm to ensure our staff can prepare for this event. 

Friday, December 19th

This is the last day before Christmas Break, so our after school club will end at 4:30pm for our staff to ensure they have time to close the school down for the break.

Thank you for your attention to these schedule changes. 

Just a reminder, if your family is in need of financial support through Feeding Futures or in need of a winter jacket, please email Ms. Smillie at csmillie@stjude.ca. 

The deadline is November 28th. Please be assured that confidentiality will be maintained.

Grade 6 Boys had a blast at the St. Francis Xavier School Volleyball Tournament on Wednesday and came in 3rd place! Go Patriots! 

The St. Jude Christmas Program, “Straw and Order”, will take place on Wednesday December 10th in the school gym. We will have two performances, a Matinee at 2pm and a ticketed performance at 6:00pm. The purpose of tickets is to ensure that we do not violate the fire code. Tickets will be sent home in the first week of December. 

For those exploring high school options for their children, Notre Dame Regional Secondary School will be having an open house on Tuesday, November 25.  Doors open at 5:30pm with Principal’s Address at 6pm.  

We are excited to welcome kindergarten sibling registration for children born in 2021, turning 5 in 2026. These children will begin kindergarten in September 2026.  Please pre-register your child by completing a google form found here: https://forms.gle/JyhfmSqzFHTcoeNT8

School tours are now being offered to prospective families interested in having their child attend St. Jude School.  They are led by our Gr. 7 School Ambassadors and can be booked in advance by calling our office.

A reminder to our families that our referral program is operational. Every student that is referred and enrolls in our school for the year results in a reward of $200 for the the referring family. 

To learn more about the referral program, please click here. 

St. Jude Grade 7 Class 2026 is fundraising with Purdy’s Chocolatier!
Please support us through purchasing some very sweet Christmas gifts for friends, family or yourself! 

Just follow the link below:

https://fundraising.purdys.com/1033039-132263

Last day to order: Saturday, November 29

Pick up orders from St. Jude school Cafeteria: Friday, December 5

Thank you for supporting the Grade 7 Class!

SNACK & PIZZA SALE! 
Come treat yourself — grab a snack, drink, or something sweet while supplies last!
Popcorn Specials
 $3 – 1 Popcorn Bag
$4 – 1 Popcorn Bag + Juice Box
$5 – 2 Popcorn Bags
$6 – 2 Popcorn Bags + Juice Box
$8 – 3 Popcorn Bags
$1.50 –Chips
$1.50 – Juice Box
Pizza Slice
$3 per slice
Drinks
$2 – Coffee, Tea, or Hot Chocolate
Dessert
$1 – Cookies
✨ Enjoy — Great Taste, Great Deals! ✨
All proceeds go toward supporting GRADE 7!

We are excited to launch a year-round Bottle Drive to raise funds for the Grade 7 Graduation.

You can help by donating your empty beverage containers through the Return-It Express Program.  Stickers can by printed at the Return-It Express kiosk by entering St. Jude Fundraising and phone number 604-616-3220.   Please see attached flyer for more information. 

Thank you for supporting Grade 7 fundraising.  

If your family has recently moved, or if you have a new phone number, please email office@stjude.ca with your new address/contact information so that we can update our records.

Lost and Found: There is a fair amount of unlabelled jackets, school sweaters and tupperware in the Lost and Found.  Please ensure your child’s items are labelled.  If your child is missing any items, please have them check the lost and found.  Thank you! 

St. Jude’s Parish offers an RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) program for anyone interested in learning more about the Catholic faith and for Catholics who have not received the sacraments of Holy Communion and Confirmation.  Classes are held on Thursdays at 6pm in the church hall.  For more information, please contact the parish office at 604-434-6700.

St. Jude Parish Mass Times

Monday – Saturday: 9 am morning Masses
Novena Mass on Wednesdays: 7:30 pm
Saturday anticipated Mass: 5 pm
Sunday Mass: 9 am, 11 am, 5 pm