Beginning on Monday, November 10, our school will be using SafeArrival to report student absences. SafeArrival is designed to make it easier, faster, and more convenient for families to report absences and late arrivals.

With SafeArrival, there’s no need to call the school and leave a message. Instead, you can quickly and securely report your child’s absence in one of three ways:

• Using the SM Home App: Download and install the SM Home app from the Apple App Store or Google Play.

• Online: Visit home.schoolmessenger.ca.

• Phone: Call the toll-free number 1-844-478-2598 and follow the prompts

Further detailed instructions are available on the OCSB website.

KIDS BUZZ NEWSLETTER for the month of October.  

PARISH BULLETIN:  Week of November 16th, 2025 - Archbishop's visit

Hello,

Lots of stuff happening....

The Archbishop is going to be celebrating Mass with us tomorrow at the 5pm Mass.  Please join us.

Upcoming events this week in chronological order: 

-  Healing Mass at St. Monica at 7pm on Wednesday

- Faith in Action Pathfinders Youth Group meets on Friday at 7pm.  There will be discussion about their Christmas project.  

- Euchre Night - come have some fun on Sat. Nov. 22 at St. Monica to play this card game.  Experienced players and newcomers welcome.  $5/player.  Call the office to sign up.

Click the link for this week's bulletin:  https://standrewchurch.ca/wp-content/uploads/pdf/bulletin.pdf

I hope to see you at Mass this coming Saturday.

God Bless 

Janice

____________________

Janice Pilgrim

Administrative Assistant, St. Andrew Parish

Parish Office located at:

St. Monica Church

2080 Merivale Rd, Nepean, ON K2C 3H1

Office Hours:  Monday - Friday  9:00 am - 4:00 pm

                       (closed for lunch b/w 12:00 pm  - 1:00 pm)

(613) 723-9767 ext 1

parish2002@gmail.com

www.saintandrewparish.ca

SACRAMENTAL INFORMATION - click the link for the details and sign up QR code

The Way 2 Go Tutoring

Tutoring services to students who may benefit from additional academic support during the school year.

With over 8 years of tutoring experience, I’ve worked with students from Kindergarten through Grade 12 in a wide range of subjects. I also offer tutoring in both English and French, and tailor each session to fit the student’s unique learning style and needs.

I can be reached by email at theway2gotutoring@gmail.com , and more information is available on my website: https://sites.google.com/view/way-2-go-tutoring/home?authuser=0

Kind regards,

Emily Way

STEMquest (www.stemquest.ca)

Is a local, family-owned business based in Orleans, Ottawa. We offer hands-on, interactive STEM education experiences for children, focusing on fostering curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking skills. Our programs include after-school activities, birthday parties, school outings, and community robotics workshops. Through our robotics sessions, children get first-hand experience in controlling and programming robots, giving them a deeper understanding of technology in a fun and engaging way. STEMQUEST BROCHURE

Dental Screening

Has your child missed the school dental screening?  Community Dental Screenings are held over the summer at Neighbourhood Health and Wellness Hubs.  The calendar poster is attached.  

Dental screenings and fluoride varnish applications are free for all ages.  Registered dental hygienists can also support clients with the Healthy Smiles Ontario and Ontario Seniors Dental Care Plan enrollments.  

Here’s a short video that highlights the dental services available in the community. 

For the full list of programs/services, schedule and locations of Neighbourhood Health and Wellness Hubs, please visit: www.OttawaPublicHealth.ca/NeighbourhoodHub

Community Services for Families in Need

Access resources to support children’s mental health:

https://smho-smso.ca/parents-and-caregivers/

SMH-ON Resources