Farm Safety
Posted on Apr. 30, 2019Students in Kindergarten through Grade 6 enjoyed Farm Safety presentations. They learned about the importance of "one seat, one rider" on farm machines and equipment.
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Kairos Blanket Exercise
Posted on Apr. 24, 2019What: KAIROS Blanket Exercise (Presented by Nitotem Leadership Group and Braided Journeys) Where: Secondary Library When: April 25, 2019 Time: 6:30-8:00 Audience: Parent Council and Teachers Explanation:…
Updated Calendars
Posted on Apr. 24, 2019The final exam calendar for Jr. & Sr. High students is now available. As well, the 2019-2020 School calendar for Ponoka-Lacombe has now been approved. Both can be accessed here: https://staug.starcatholic.ab.ca/about/calendar
Our Lady of Victory Camp
Posted on Apr. 23, 2019The Archdiocese has begun planning for improvements to programming and facilities at both Camp Encounter and Our Lady of Victory Camp. In order to give full attention to this work, Our Lady of Victory…
Stations of the Cross
Posted on Apr. 19, 2019The ECS to Grade 3 students experienced the Stations of the Cross on Thursday April 11th. The stations were set up in the gym for the entire day. All students were given a religious passport to fill out…
Holodomor National Awareness Tour
Posted on Apr. 18, 2019The Holodomor Mobil Classroom was on site at St. Augustine to teach about the Holodomor, the genocide famine of 1932-1933 where millions of Ukrainians were starved to death. Grade 9s were presented…
THINKfast
Posted on Apr. 18, 2019WHAT IS THINKFAST?"THINKfast is a 25-hour educational and fundraising fast. It's a fun way for youth to learn and to help our partners in the Global South who are championing solutions to unjust social,…
Student Vote 2019
Posted on Apr. 17, 2019Information on the Student Vote results are below. St. Augustine results were: UCP 125, Alberta Party 78, NDP 48. As of 4:00 p.m. this afternoon (April 16), 1,229 schools had reported their election…
Grade 1 Flow Painting
Posted on Apr. 17, 2019The Grade 1 classes teamed up with some of our high school students to create their very own "Flow Paintings." The students each choose 3 colours and then watched their masterpieces develop. Thank you…
3M April Events
Posted on Apr. 16, 2019April has been a busy month in 3M. The students created Lenten art projects, prayed the Rosary with Mrs. Kolyak and enjoyed a visit with day old chicks. Thanks Mr. McLaughlin for sharing the awesome photos!
Love the Way
Posted on Apr. 16, 2019Students in Kindergarten through grade 6 enjoyed a number of activities during the Elementary Retreat which focussed on the theme "Love the Way." Chris Bray opened the day followed by teachers leading…
Student Vote 2019
Posted on Apr. 15, 2019Students in Grades 6-12 will participate in the Student Vote today. Results will be published once they are available.
Stations of the Cross
Posted on Apr. 10, 2019This year students have been doing a "journey" with Stations of the Cross. Each morning, students have been reading 2-3 stations over the announcements at the beginning of the day. On April 12th students…
Elementary Retreat!
Posted on Apr. 4, 2019Chris Bray will host the elementary retreat (K-6) on Monday, April 8. Students will be provided spaghetti lunch. Chris Bray is a full time travelling worship leader and speaker receiving multiple awards…
Stephanie Dixon
Posted on Apr. 3, 2019On April 10th, Canadian Paralympic Stephanie Dixon will be speaking to our Grades 1-6 students. Here's more about Stephanie: As a Paralympian for Team Canada, Stephanie Dixon competed in three Paralympics…
Congratulations!
Posted on Apr. 1, 2019Congratulations to the Jr. Boys Green team who finished in 3rd place at CWAJHAA. A great finish to a LONG season!
Legislature Field Trip
Posted on Mar. 29, 2019The grade 6 classes went to the Alberta Legislature and although the MLAs were off campaigning they participated in a mock debate, had a tour of the building and watched a 4D movie on a 360 degree movie…
Heart & Soul of St. Augustine School Award
Posted on Mar. 27, 2019The St. Augustine School Council would like to honour each year, a staff member of our school that stands out. We have created the Heart & Soul of St. Augustine School Award and we are asking for your…
Lent People
Posted on Mar. 14, 2019Primary students have been collecting spare change to support Development & Peace. Students are able to "purchase" food, clothing, medicine, bricks for a well and more for their Lent People. Thank you…
Before School Care Survey
Posted on Mar. 13, 2019The Ponoka Youth Centre is conducting a survey to determine whether there is a need for child care before school. Please use the link below to access the survey. If you experience any issues please contact…