Education is about being able to use three lingos: those of the head, the heart, and the hands …
learning so that you can think about what you feel and do, can feel what you think and do, and can do what you feel and think. – Pope Francis
We hope you had a wonderful summer and are feeling relaxed and ready for the new school year. It is with great pleasure that we welcome the students and families of the Our Lady of Mercy School community to the 2024-2025 academic year. We are thrilled to have you as part of our vibrant learning community. Our dedicated staff is committed to providing an exceptional educational experience while supporting the overall development of each student. All signs point to an incredible and productive year ahead, with our amazing staff preparing for your child’s success.
Our Lady of Mercy School’s Mission Statement
At Our Lady of Mercy School, we believe every child is a unique gift from God. In partnership with families, we are dedicated to nurturing each child’s development in spirit, mind, and body, guided by Christ’s teachings. We use Our Lady of Mercy’s mission statement as our guiding light when making decisions. Our community is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment that empowers every child to reach their full potential.
A Special Invitation For September 3rd To All Parents
As mentioned in the July 4th newsletter, we will brainstorm the attributes of an authentic Christian person and explore how our vision aligns with our current reality. This will be a dynamic whirlwind of a session, and we hope and encourage you to stay and participate with us.
Important Dates:
Tuesday, September 3rd First Day of School – 8:45-10:00 a.m. – Meet in the Gym
Thursday, September 12th Meet the Teacher – 6:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. (Two Sessions)
Wednesday, September 18th Picture Day – Full Uniform Required
Monday, September 23rd Professional Day – School Closed
Monday, September 30th National Day for Truth & Reconciliation School & Office Closed
Special Notes:
- Tuesday, September 3rd – Used Uniform Sale (8:15 – 10:15 a.m.) at the back of the OLM gym
- Wednesday, September 4th – Kindergarten Morning and Afternoon classes start
Monday, September 16th – Full Day Kindergarten begins - Friday, September 27th – Summer uniform ends, this includes gym shorts, gym or
walkathon shirt - Beginning of September – Information regarding volleyball will be sent
- Traffic Safety Protocol Attachment
- Our website features the full calendar for the 2024-2025 school year and will be updated
with additional details, including volleyball practices, game schedules, special events, and
fundraising dates as they become finalized. It will also include important resources such as
our school newsletter and special notices. Please check our website
www.ourladyofmercy.ca
We are so excited to see you next week!