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Live the Joy of the GospeL“Be a sign of the love of God who calls

everyone to friendship” - Pope Francis

February 1st - 7th, 2015

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Our Catholic Schools provide students with a dynamic, relevant and faith-filled edu-cation in a safe, caring and Christ-like learning environment. At our Catholic Schools, you can expect:

a Strong catholic Learning communityOur dedicated staffs connect our students to community through acts of service and dynamic community events. Our staffs and students pray together and for one another. Parents have a very active role in our schools and contribute in many ways with their talents and their time. Multiple generations of families attend our Catho-lic schools for our tradition of academic excellence and spiritual formation. Our schools are strong Catholic Learning Communities.

Faith FormationOur staffs pray together before school, then in their class with their students. Our teachers and pastors meet monthly to work and learn together. New Catholic re-sources support faith formation in our schools and parishes. http://aliveinchrist.osv.com/aicinfo

Staffs are role models in our faith and integrate the teachings of our faith through-out the day. Many school ceremonies and gatherings revolve around the liturgical calendar. Students in our Catholic Schools learn about the treasure and significance of the celebration of the Eucharist while participating in Mass regularly. Our priests visit the schools regularly, making connections with students and staff, often helping at school functions.

Learning and innovationWe use technology and effective teaching practice to engage and support student learning. Teachers can work collaboratively with colleagues on Learning and Innova-tion Teams to improve practice. We have an iGeneration student video challenge that teaches students collaboration and problem solving skills, enabling students to be innovative and creative.Catholic schools have a proud tradition of providing a rich, vibrant learning experi-ence in all areas: academic, spiritual, physical and social. Many of our schools have smart boards and interactive technology to support engaging, effective practice. Our students participate in extra-curricular teams such as volleyball, basketball, soccer and cross-country. We proudly offer strong fine arts programs that include band, choir, and speech arts in many schools. Our educators work together as a commu-nity of learners to support curious, self-regulated students who will be successful in the 21st century. http://cispg.ca/igeneration

If you would like to learn more about our Catholic Schools, please contact the school principals for a tour and visit our school links at www.cispg.ca or contact me anytime [email protected] or 250-964-5642.

I am proud to serve as the Superintendent of our 8 Catholic Schools – vibrant Catho-lic Learning Communities.

chris Dugdale,Superintendentwww.cispg.ca

a messagefrom our

Superintendent

chris Dugdale,Superintendent

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SacReD HeaRt ScHOOL785 Patricia Blvd. Prince George, BC V2L 3V5Principal: Rebecca GilbertPhone: 250-563-5201 Fax: 250.563.5201Email: [email protected]

iMMacULate cOnceptiOn ScHOOL3285 Cathedral Ave. Prince George, BC V2N 5R2Principal: Donncha O’CallaghanPhone: 250-964-4362 Fax: 250-964-9465Email: [email protected]

St. MaRY’S ScHOOL1088 Gilett St. Prince George, BC V2M 2V3Principal: Brent ArsenaultPhone: 250-563-7502 Fax: 250-563-7818Email: [email protected]

St. JOSepH’S ScHOOLBox 454, 4054 Broadway Ave. Smithers, BC V0J 2N0Principal: Rosemary McKenziePhone: 250-847-9414 Fax: 250-847-9402Email: [email protected] www.stjosephsschool.ca

nOtRe DaMe ScHOOL925–104th Ave. Dawson Creek, BC V1G 2H8Principal: Terri HaynalPhone: 250-782-4923 Fax: 250-782-4388Email: [email protected] www.notredameschool.ca

annUnciatiOn ScHOOL627–5th Ave. West Prince Rupert, BC V8J 1V1Principal: Laura LowtherPhone: 250-624-5873 Fax: 250-627-4486Email: [email protected]

St. antHOnY’S ScHOOL1750 Nalabila Blvd. Kitimat, BC V8C 1E6Principal: Katja GrovesPhone: 250-632-6313 Fax: 250-632-6313Email: [email protected]

VeRitaS ScHOOL4836 Straume Ave. Terrace, BC V8G 4G3Principal: Dave CrawleyPhone. 250-635-3035 Fax: 250-635-7588Email: [email protected]

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photo above:st. Mary’s students selling papers in our community for raise a reader Grants

photo to the Left:st. Mary’s sends students every year to the Central Interior science exhibition held at unbC

community ServiceSt. Mary’s

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community ServiceSacred Heart

Sacred Heart School takes time to celebrate christmas with a

school wide Hot turkey Lunch provided by our pSg.

Sacred Heart School celebrates the true meaning of christmas through drama and song.

Sacred Heart School Show choir performs throughout our community, lifting spirits with the JOY of music.

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community ServiceImmaculate Conception

immaculate conception School choir sings for our senior citizens.immaculate conception students build a cereal box

wall for Saint Vincent depaul.

ic students worked hard to support Youth around prince

george and the canadian Mental Health association.


a ScHOOL On a MiSSiOnAt Immaculate Conception School you will find a cul-ture of faith based academic excellence with a keen focus on individual learning support. Our community and its dedicated staff foster morals, values, and virtues in each child based on a strong sense of Christianity.

a ScHOOL StROng in ‘SpiRit’• A school community provides an atmosphere where

your child will feel safe and welcome.• Experience a faith that is alive where the spirit is

strong.* We KNOW every child in our school.* Immaculate Conception School is a mission driven

school and exciting things are always happening!!!!

a ScHOOL tHat SeRVeS OtHeRS• Acts of service in our school, locally and internation-

ally with many action projects.• Support of Saint Vincent de Paul, Youth Around

Prince George, Salvation Army, The Giving Tree (Fes-tival of Trees).

• International projects in Uganda through NUDF.

a ScHOOL witH a FOcUS• Fully qualified teachers and support staff delivering

the complete BC curriculum.• Strong academic focus.• Extensive learning support programs for children

who may face learning challenges.• Excellent Music, Band, and Physical Education pro-

grams• Wide range of extra-curricular options in leadership,

many many different sports, intramurals, drama, the arts, and yearbook.

a ScHOOL witH a ViSiOn• A beautiful library packed with tons of great books

to read and enjoy.• A special focus to further integrate technology to

immaculate conception catholic Schoolwith strong roots we strive for new heights

at Sacred Heart School we form excep-tional leaders using christ as our model. Our students enjoy and benefit from a warm, welcoming, family atmosphere. We take pride in our students’ accomplishments and celebrate the gifts and talents of all through nurturing the discovery and development of individual potential.Here are some of the exciting programs and activities that your child will experience at Sacred Heart School. Many of these activities are unique to our school as we are located close to many community facilities.

acaDeMic SUcceSS FOR aLL StUDentS• A well-rounded and challenging academic program• Well-developed Learning Assistance Program• French in all grades beginning in Kindergarten• Computer Lab sessions• ESL and Special Education programs

SpORtS DeVeLOpMent• Winter sport activities: skating, downhill skiing• Running club and intramurals • Swimming at the Four Seasons Pool• Organized programs in basketball, volleyball, soccer, and

cross-country running

FaitH DeVeLOpMent ceLeBRatiOnS• Assisting families in sacramental preparation• Christmas Choir sings in the community• Regular Eucharistic celebrations and Prayer Services• St. Vincent de Paul brown bag lunches, dinner mats for St.

Vincent dinners, fundraising for those in need in the com-munity.

Fine aRtS BUiLDS cOnFiDence• A biennial school drama production involving all students

in the school• Two Rivers Art Gallery school membership and regular

visits• Show Choir performs throughout the school year• Participation in the annual Speech Arts & Drama Festival of

Prince George

HOnOURing tHe eaRtH enViROnMen-taL pROgRaMS• Eco-Active School status• Recycling of paper, juice boxes, cans, bottles, cardboard and

paper• School garden• Monthly visits from REAPS and participation in the vermi-

composting program

SOciaL JUStice cOMMUnitY inVOLVeMent• Annual food drives for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul/

Brown Bag program, Host for St. Vincent de Paul dinners• Holy Childhood activities to aid children overseas• Annual Terry Fox Walk for cancer research• Facilitation of UNBC student teacher placements

eDUcatiOnaL LeaRning BeYOnD OUR waLLS• Within walking distance of many community facilities

(Two Rivers Art Gallery, Public Library, Exploration Place Museum, Coliseum, Civic Centre, Fort George Park, Four Seasons Pool)

• Out of town year-end field trips to Barkerville, Huble Home-stead, Fort St. James, Ancient Forest and Camp Morice

FaMiLY anD SpiRit cOMMUnitY BUiLDeRS• Meet the Teacher Social Evening• Celebrations for Hallowe’en, Christmas and St. Valentine’s

Day• December Hot Turkey Lunch• Family Movie Nights• Gala fundraiser held every year• School Spirit days• Parent and Grandparent Volunteer opportunities • June Fun Day and Sacred Heart Feast Day BBQ

aFteR ScHOOL caRe cLOSe tO ScHOOL Site• After School Care offered by Kool Cats.

We are now accepting Kindergarten registration: Spots are filling fast!

Sacred Heart catholic School

a Vibrant School with a Big Heart


support learning.• A great facility with extensive grounds.

a ScHOOL tHat LOVeS cOMMUnitY• Great opportunities for parental involvement.• An amazing Parent Support Group.• An incredible healthy hot lunch program. * After School Care available on site.

The school is now accepting registrations for the 2015-2016 school year. For more information con-tact the school office at 250-964-4362 or check out our website at www.icschool .ca. to learn more.

immaculate conception catholic Schoolwith strong roots we strive for new heights

At St. Mary’s School students learn to welcome challenges and explore opportunities. A positive and supportive atmosphere is created through the cooperative work of students, teachers and parents. St. Mary’s is a catholic com-munity of dedicated educators who seek to develop: faith, respect, responsibility and community. Our school community provides a welcoming environment which encourages parent participation in the life of the school.

acaDeMic pROgRaM• Kindergarten to Grade 7 staffed by fully qualified BC

teachers.• Students in grades 1-7 wear uniforms• Specialist Teachers for Band, Music, PE, LA and French.• Learning Assistance Team for students who require ad-

ditional academic support • 21st century technology integrated in daily learning

(ipads, smartboards, smart responders and document camera)

Fine aRtS • Music for grades K to Grade 4• Band for grades in Grades 5-7• French for grades 1-7• Art Club for Grades 1-7• Yoga Club for Grades 1-7

pHYSicaL eDUcatiOn pROgRaM • Full Time Physical Education Teacher, 2.5 hours of PE

week/class• Extra-curricular basketball, volleyball, soccer, cross-coun-

try running, track and field, and relays.• Intramural floor hockey and dodgeball. • Participation in local tournaments and meets

paRentS • The Parent Support Group plays a big role in building

the spirit in the school as well as help fundraise for the

school community. • Family Fun Nights, Fun Food Friday, movie nights, pan-

cake breakfasts, walk-a-thon, Halloween dance and hosts an annual silent auction, dinner and dance.

ReSpOnSiBiLitY• The school promotes community, charity and volunteer

work. Money is raised for children in developing coun-tries through the Holy Childhood Association as well as local charities like St. Vincent de Paul and the Salvation Army.

Our school is now accepting registrations for the 2015/2016 school year busing is also available in many areas. Call 250-563-7502 or check out our website at www.stmaryspg.org for more information.

St. Mary’s catholic School

we put our Faith in Learning!


FIeld TrIpS! Immaculate Conceptionic enjoy camp Morice at the grade 7 year end field trip.

Immaculate Conception

grade Four from ic enjoy a day

of exercise at Otway.

St. Mary’s

St. Mary’s Students at camp Morice in

Fort St. James.

St. Mary’s

St. Mary’s students gold panning at Barkerville.

Sacred Heartat Sacred Heart School, skating is a part of our

physical education program.

Sacred Heart

Sacred Heart

School travel to

ancient Forest

for an amazing

field trip where

we learn about

ecology.


ACTIvITIeS!extra curricular

St. Mary’s

St. Mary’s

Our grade 7 band perform-ing at the Festival of the trees.

Our girls basketball team winning gold at the Knights of columbus tournament held at UnBc.


Sacred Heart

Sacred Heart

ACTIvITIeS!MORe extra curricular




Sacred Heart School celebrates Spirit

Days like ‘panther pride Moustache Day’.

Sacred Heart School host a wide range of sports and intramural activities throughout our school year.

Living a healthy

active lifestyle is promoted

at ic school.

ic cross country running team –

determined to succeed.

immaculate conception

students perform

at the christmas

concert.

Sacred Heart School scoops first

place in girls Volleyball. way to

gO pantHeRS!

Sacred Heart


AluMnIcatholic School

“Catholic education helped to give me a solid foundation of the skills, knowledge, and values that I needed to build healthy relationships and

to achieve success in all aspects of my life.” - Jenny Schroeder, alumni and current grade

4 teacher at St. Mary’s School.

St. Mary’s

“Great to have gone through this amazing Catholic school and to now have the opportunity as a teacher to promote our Catholic faith to our

young people.”Kate Schenk (grade 7), Kristy ames (pe) and

Kathleen Barth (grade 6). all former students of Immaculate Conception,

now members of the teaching staff.

Immaculate ConceptionSacred Heart

“sacred heart school is my foundation in so many ways. My teachers at sacred heart school fostered

my interest in science, that eventually led me to the path of studying medicine. More importantly, they helped mould my values and showed me how to

respect, love and forgive those around me. Sacred Heart is Family to me.”

Christopher e. uy, Md


785 Patricia BoulevardPrince George, BC V2L 3V5

Rebecca GilbertPrincipal

Phone/Fax: 250.563.5201Email: [email protected]

3285 Cathedral AvenuePrince George, BC V2N 5R2

Donncha O’CallaghanPrincipal

Phone: 250-964-4362 Fax: 250-964-9465Email: [email protected]

1088 Gilett StreetPrince George, BC V2M 2V3

Brent ArsenaultPrincipal

Phone: 250-563-7502 Fax: 250-563-7818Email: [email protected]

“we put our Faithin Learning!”

“a School on a Mission”

“a Vibrant School with a Big Heart”

St. Mary’s catholic School

immaculate conception catholic School

Sacred Heart catholic School

“No one is the most important person in the Church, we are all equal in God’s eyes.”

- Pope Francis

www.shspg.com www.icschool.ca www.stmaryspg.org

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