ST. JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, KELOWNA

There will be no school for students this Thursday, Friday and Monday.
Enjoy your Family Day long weekend!

Our next PSG meeting is February 9th at 6:30pm.
All parents and caregivers are welcome!

Passionate about Catholic education? ✨

Join CISND as an Executive Assistant supporting leadership and governance.

👉 Apply today!
🔗 https://5il.ca/13er

Please join us at our school mass on Feb. 5th as we celebrate Catholic Schools Week..

Please join us for our next PSG meeting Monday at 6:30.
All parents and guardians welcome!

The Immaculata Mission Team will be headed to Manila, Philippines from January 26th to February 7th.

Please help them fill their wheelbarrow with donation items that they can deliver to the orphanages and schools they will be serving.

Donations requested:
✅ Children's underwear
✅ Small children's toys
✅ Candy that doesn't melt in the heat
✅ Cash to purchase food for the children and families in need

Collections will be taken at St. Joseph School and Immaculata Regional High School until Friday, January 23rd.

💕 Go to the poor and you shall find God.

Feel the call to make a difference.

The Catholic Independent Schools of the Nelson Diocese are on the road, meeting future educators and staff at career fairs across BC and Alberta.

Come connect with our team, explore inspiring career opportunities in Catholic education, and discover where your gifts can lead.

You're called to something greater.

Learn more, schedule an interview: https://www.cisnd.ca/page/recruitment

Is your child starting Kindergarten this fall?

Choosing the right school is a big decision, and we’d love to help you feel confident about yours!

Join us for Ready, Set, Learn, a Kindergarten Sneak Peek designed for families with children entering Kindergarten in September 2026.

This welcoming session gives you the chance to:
📚 Step inside our Kindergarten classrooms
📚Learn about our Outdoor Education and Literacy-rich learning approach
📚Discover what makes our Kindergarten program the most innovative in Kelowna
📚Ask questions and get to know our school community

📅 February 5, 2026
🕒 Session options: 3:30 pm or 5:00 pm

Note: Children entering Kindergarten must be five years old by December 31, 2026.

We look forward to welcoming you and your child and sharing what makes St. Joseph Catholic School such a special place to learn and grow.

👉 RSVP: sjkoffice@cisnd.ca

Merry Christmas to our school community!

4th Sunday of Advent – 🕯️🕯️🕯️🕯️ Love Candle

As we light all four candles, we focus on the greatest gift - love.

Love shows up in our actions:
💜 Being patient
💜 Saying sorry
💜 Forgiving quickly
💜 Choosing kindness even when it’s hard

God’s love came to us in the simplest way - a tiny baby born in a manger.

This week, as we prepare for Christmas, let’s look for ways to show love in our school, our families and our community.

Friday, December 19th is Early Dismissal at 11:45am and Civvies Day
Wear Red, Green or a Christmas Sweater!

Don't forget to come and shop at our Green Christmas Market!

Each class will have their own time slot to shop and will be assisted by the Grade 6 helpers. Items will be priced at $1, $2 and $5. The Grade 6 students will also have a bake sale and a raffle!

Parents are welcome to shop between the times of 1:40-2:00pm.

All funds raised at the Green Sale will be donated to charity!

Thank you in advance for your support of this exciting annual event!

3rd Sunday of Advent – 🕯️🕯️🕯️ Joy Candle

Today is Gaudete Sunday - “Gaudete” means “Rejoice!”

We light the pink candle to remind us that joy is not about being perfect or having a perfect day. Joy is noticing the good that is already here.

This week, let’s look for joy in:
🩷 Laughter with friends
🩷 Helping someone feel included
🩷 The beauty of music and prayer
🩷 The excitement of preparing for Christmas

May this candle remind us that joy grows when we share it.

⏰ The Auction Closes TONIGHT at 6PM PST!

Last chance to bid on:
• Front row seats
• VIP parking
• Nespresso bundle
• Quilt
• Karaoke speaker
… and more!

How to Bid:
👉 https://www.32auctions.com/organizations/76889/auctions/192992?r=1&t=all
📍 Online auction only
⏰ Closes tonight @ 6PM PST

💛 Please share this link with friends & family — last call!

⏰ 24 HOURS LEFT!

Our Christmas Auction closes tomorrow at 6pm — don’t miss:
🎄 Front Row Seats
🚗 VIP Parking
☕ Nespresso Vertuo
🧵 Handmade Quilt
🎤 Karaoke Speaker

How to Bid:
👉 https://www.32auctions.com/organizations/76889/auctions/192992?r=1&t=all
📍 Online auction only
⏰ Ends Dec 10 @ 6PM PST

💛 Please share this link with family & friends — every bid makes a difference!

🎄Christmas concert reminders:

⭐️ Performances are at Immaculate Conception Church on Dec. 11th at 1:30 and 6:30.

⭐️ Doors open 20 minutes before each show.

⭐️ For the evening performance, students should be dropped off in their classrooms at 6pm.

⭐️ After each performance, parents/guardians must sign out their child from their classroom.

🧵💛 Handmade Summer Quilt — donated by Carol Plautz

Beautiful craftsmanship and a one-of-a-kind keepsake.
✨ Starting bid: $30
✨ Value: Priceless

How to Bid:
👉 https://www.32auctions.com/organizations/76889/auctions/192992?r=1&t=all
📍 Online auction only
⏰ Ends Dec 10 @ 6PM PST
💛 Please share this with family & friends who love handmade art!

🚗✨ PSG VIP Parking Spot — Yours until June 2026!

No more morning chaos — this spot is gold.
✨ Starting bid: $200
✨ Value: Priceless
✨ Already has bids!

How to Bid:
👉 https://www.32auctions.com/organizations/76889/auctions/192992?r=1&t=all
📍 Online auction only
⏰ Closes Dec 10 @ 6PM PST
💛 Share this link with family & friends — this is a HOT item every year!

☕ Nespresso Vertuo Next + Aeroccino Frother

An amazing bundle for coffee lovers — makes a perfect Christmas gift!
✨ Starting bid: $110
✨ Value: $150
✨ Active bids already!

How to Bid:
👉 https://www.32auctions.com/organizations/76889/auctions/192992?r=1&t=all
📍 Online auction only
⏰ Ends Dec 10 @ 6PM PST
💛 Share this link with family & friends to help support our school!