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Hockey Update

The final results are now official and the semi-final matches have been decided. The final semi-final positions were decided by net goals for and against where there were ties in points. Congratulations to our Junior All Stars Hockey team for advancing to the Semi-Finals.  The standings and playoff schedule are posted on the RH Winter Carnival ESHT pa ... Continue reading "January Update"

“Hold fast to stars.  Hold fast to the elusive, the intangible, the never-to-be-had.  For stars fall from heaven sometimes, and kings are born in barns, and miracles rise up out of little things.”                                – ANONYMOUS –  Catholic Teacher

In October, Mrs. T. Pianezza began reading stories about the virtue of Compassion to her class of Kindergarteners.  She has always believed that, regardless of ... Continue reading "Kindergarteners at Our Lady of the Annunciation make “Hats for the Homeless”"

STEM MINDS™ is pleased to propose a 12 week STEAM Explorers program every Thursday from 12:00 – 1:00 from January 17 – April 11 at Our Lady of the Annunciation

STEAM Explorers will provide youth the opportunity to discover everything the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math have to offer! From ... Continue reading "STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) Lunch Time Programs"

During the month of December, in the time of Advent, we will reflect on the virtue of Hope. Hope is the virtue by which we place our trust in Christ’s promises and rely not on our own strength alone, but on the grace of the Holy Spirit. Advent is a time of patient and prayerful waiting for the coming of Jesus at Christmas. We are ... Continue reading "Christmas Festivities at OLA"

We encourage all students to experience their recess outdoor breaks in an enjoyable and safe manner. We would like to remind students that there are four very important rules to follow in the school yard:

NO CONTACT RULE: Students are not allowed to play any games or be involved in any activities that involve physical contact. They must keep their hands and feet ... Continue reading "Recess Safety"

Please keep in mind that students go outdoor for recesses, two 15 minute and one 40 minute break,  unless there is a severe weather warning.  The procedures in Policy 221, Extreme Weather, requires Catholic School Councils to determine the extreme cold temperature, with wind chill at the beginning of each  school year.  The OLA  Catholic School Council has agreed upon –18C for this school year. ... Continue reading "Preparing for the Changing Weather"