November Newsletter
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Our School
🔔 Friendly reminder: On early dismissal days, the bell rings on Thursdays at 12:00 noon.
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A Remembrance Day Prayer for Peace
Loving God,
As we remember those who have served and sacrificed for our freedom, help us to honour their courage by choosing peace in our own lives.
May we be people who show kindness instead of anger, understanding instead of judgment, and love instead of hate. Guide us to be peacemakers in our homes, our school, and our world.
We pray for all those who continue to live with the pain of war, and for a world where every person can live in safety, dignity, and peace.
May we never forget the sacrifices of those who came before us, and may we always remember that peace begins with each of us.
Lord, make us instruments of Your peace.
Amen.
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November News
During November, we will recognize All Saints’ Day, All
Souls’ Day, Catholic Education Sunday, Veterans’ Week, Remembrance Day, and Holodomor Memorial Day.
All Saints’ Day (November 1) honours the saints who inspire us through their faith and holy lives. All Souls’ Day (November 2) is a time to remember our loved ones who have passed away and pray with hope in the promise of eternal life.
Remembrance Day (November 11) invites us to honour the courageous Canadians who have served and sacrificed for our freedom. We encourage families to observe a moment of silence at 11:00 a.m. and remember the importance of peace. Students and families are invited to join us for our school Remembrance Day commemoration on November 10 in the gymnasium. Students are also encouraged to wear a red poppy as a symbol of remembrance and support for veterans and their families.
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School Advisory Council (SAC) Update
We are grateful to our School Advisory Council (SAC) for their time, dedication, and contributions to Monsignor William Irwin throughout the 2026–2027 school year.
Meet our SAC Team:
- Chair: Victoria Smith
- Vice Chair: Kelsey Brown
- Treasurer: Haley Fottey
- Secretary: Aditi Saini Mittal
- Hot Lunch Coordinator: Amy Humphreys
Our next SAC meetings will take place on November 24 at 5:30 p.m. and January 13 at 5:30 p.m. All families are welcome, and we hope to see you there!
A Heartfelt Thank You to Our MWI Families
Thank you to all of our wonderful MWI families for your generosity and support of our Thanksgiving Food Drive and Scare Away Hunger initiatives! Your kindness helps us support families in our community and make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
We are so grateful for the way our school community comes together to live out the Golden Wolf Way through kindness, generosity, and service. Every donation, big or small, helps spread a little extra joy and reminds us of the importance of caring for one another.
Thank you for helping us make a difference in our community!
Fall Break
This year, ECSD schools will be closed for Fall Break. The break will be the day of Remembrance Day, November 11th to November 13th. Students will return to class on Monday, November 16th, 2026.
MWI Casino – November 19th & 20th
Our school casino is our biggest fundraiser of the year! At our last event, we raised nearly $80,000 to support our students and school. We are still looking for volunteers to help make this year’s casino a success!
Every volunteer makes a difference, and we are so grateful for the support of our MWI families. If you are able to lend a hand, please consider signing up to volunteer!
A special thank-you to our Casino Committee for their time and dedication in organizing this important fundraiser:
- Casino Chair: Gustavo Bellot
- General Manager: Elaine Guenther
- Alternate Manager: Rochelle Idachaba
- Court Room Supervisor: Amber Cahill
- Cashier: Amy Oystryk
- Banker: Keiffer Walker
Thank you to everyone who helps make a difference in our MWI community! 💛
Demonstration of Learning – November 26th
We invite MWI families to join us for our Demonstration of Learning! This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate your child’s progress, explore their learning, and recognize their accomplishments. We value our home-school partnership and look forward to celebrating with you!
Demonstration of Learning Times:
- Kindergarten (K): 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m., 1:00–5:00 p.m., and 5:30–7:00 p.m.
- Grades 1–6: 1:00–5:00 p.m. and 5:30–7:00 p.m.
Your child’s teacher will share additional details. We look forward to seeing you!
Scholastic Book Fair – November 23–27
Get ready to celebrate a love of reading! 📚 The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to Monsignor William Irwin during the week of November 23–27. Families are invited to explore a wonderful selection of books and discover new favourites. Be sure to stop by during our Demonstration of Learning on Thursday, November 26, to browse the fair together! If you are interested in volunteering for the Book Fair, please email MonsignorWilliamIrwin@ecsd.net
Parish News
St. Thomas More Catholic Parish welcomes you to join them in their annual Christmas Market!
November Dates
- November 1 — All Saints' Day
- November 2 - All Souls' Day
- November 3 — Picture Day - Retakes
- November 6 — Dairy Queen Hot Lunch
- November 10 — Remembrance Day Ceremony at 11:45 AM
- November 11 — NO SCHOOL – REMEMBRANCE DAY
- November 12–13 — NO SCHOOL – FALL BREAK
- November 19–20 — MWI Casino
- November 23–27 — Scholastic Book Fair
- November 25 — Public Board Meeting at 4:00 PM
- November 26 — Demonstration of Learning (see times above)
Did You Know?
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Outdoor Recess – Cold Weather Guidelines ❄️
As the weather gets colder, please help your child dress for the weather! Warm coats, mittens, hats, and winter boots will help keep our Golden Wolves warm and comfortable while playing outside.
A reminder that students will stay indoors when the temperature reaches -20°C or colder.