Lenten Journey Week Two: Celebrating Children and Youth

As part of our Lenten Journey, Week Two will focus on celebrating Children and Youth. On Monday, February 24th, representatives from Covenant House, an organization supporting vulnerable youth in Vancouver, will be presenting to our classes. We hope their message will inspire us to take action and find meaningful ways to support their mission.

To contribute, we will dedicate our mission collections to Covenant House. Additionally, we have been asked to collect clothing and shoes for youth aged 16-24. Your generosity will make a difference in the lives of those in need.

To learn more about Covenant House please visit their website at https://www.covenanthousebc.org/

Honouring Pink Day – Wed, Feb 26

Next Wednesday, February 26, we will recognize Pink Shirt Day as part of our Lenten Journey, which focuses on children and youth. Students are encouraged to wear a pink shirt to show their support for anti-bullying.

Please note that all students must be in full dress code. Students who choose to participate may wear their pink shirt over their dress code.

We also ask participating students to donate a Toonie to Missions, with all proceeds supporting Covenant House and its work with vulnerable youth.

Reverence for Life Expo

Also part of the Lenten Journey, a limited number of students will have an opportunity to attend a Reverence for Life Expo for All Life on Wednesday March 12th, at St. Nicholas Parish in Langley.

Spots are limited. More details to follow.

Science

Since September, our students have been collaborating with a scientist in Macau SAR, China, to study how artificial light at night affects nocturnal insects—an exciting project supported by National Geographic’s Explorer-Educator Exchange program. After months of planning in the fall, they’ve been actively collecting data since January, meticulously measuring the mass of hornworm caterpillars in our classroom before and after school.

On Monday, March 3rd, STMC’s Science Department is excited to welcome scientists from UBC to discuss the students’ research. This will be a unique opportunity for our students to engage with experts—like a field trip, but right here in our own classroom!

Track & Field

There will be an information meeting on the following dates at lunch in Room 115:

• Tuesday February 25th for students in grades 10-12
• Wednesday February 26th for students in grade 8-9

Practices will begin Monday March 3rd

Google classroom code: avjwwlx

Live Jesus in Our Hearts

STMC Current and Alumni Parents… Please join us on Wednesdays from 6 pm to 7 pm for Community Fellowship where we discuss how we can “Live Jesus in Our Hearts”.

When & Where we meet: 6 pm to 7 pm

On the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Wednesday of each month, we will be on Zoom (Zoom link). On the 4th Wednesday of each month, we will meet in person, at STMC for coffee and snacks.

What we do:
When we meet together in fellowship, we will discuss:

• How you can help your child to grow into the adult you want them to be.
• How to help your child transfer skills, knowledge and learnings to their friends and to other families within the STMC community.
• How to help and support your child and yourself to grow in faith.

We will also discuss:

• What gifts you have to help your child grow spiritually.
• What gifts you have and how to use those gifts to make your family into intentional disciples for Christ.

A Knight to Remember Gala

We’re thrilled to announce that St. Thomas More Collegiate’s “A Knight to Remember” Gala will take place on Friday, April 25, 2025, at the Burnaby Delta Hotels and Conference Centre at the Grand Villa Casino.

This unforgettable evening will feature:
• A buffet dinner
• Performances by the talented Redeem Dance Team and Alumni Choir
• Exciting games with chances to win amazing prizes
• A Live and Silent Auction

This event is not just a night to celebrate our incredible community but proceeds of our auction support the Knights Annual Fund, benefiting our students and programs.

We Need Your Help!
To ensure the Gala’s success, we are seeking support from our current parents, past parents, alumni, and our community. There are several ways to get involved:

1. Join the Gala Committee
   Be part of the team that brings this memorable event to life. From planning to execution, your input and creativity will make a difference. Our first meeting will be January 22nd @ 7pm in the McCarthy Learning Commons (Library).
2. Volunteer for Set-Up, Take-Down, or During the Gala
   Help us create a magical atmosphere by assisting with event preparation, smooth operations, or wrapping up at the end of the night.
3. Donate a Live or Silent Auction Item
   Contribute unique experiences, items, or opportunities to our auctions—your generosity will directly impact the success of our fundraiser.
4. Become a Sponsor
   Showcase your business while supporting a great cause. Sponsorship opportunities offer valuable exposure and demonstrate your commitment to our school community.

How to Get Involved
If you’re interested in contributing in any of these ways, please contact Kyle O’Genski at or 604-790-0677.

Thank you for considering how you can help make this year’s Gala a success. Together, we can create an incredible evening that showcases the strength and spirit of the STMC community.

We can’t wait to see you there!