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Angela Mouly Reporter

Lakeland College held an Open House Oct 21-22, sharing their 109 year history and many new industry advancing courses both in Vermilion and Lloydminster.

Training Officer, Brian Burnell said at the Emergency Training Centre, students can receive international certification.

“Not all fire schools offer the level of hands on training that we have here. The fire training school has been around approximately 65 years and people recog nize the prestigious certificate; they know the quality that comes from here,” said Burnell. “It’s one of the few jobs you can go home and say you saved a life today. It’s not about being a hero; it’s about serv ing the public and helping people,” said Burnell.

He said they have the only fire program in Canada that offers a diploma. Because the classes are smaller things are stream lined in such a way where a few of the vari ous programs at Lakeland can offer oppor tunities for students to receive the same certification in less years of training.

Lakeland College Open House

One person tried on the equipment saying how heavy it was; Burnell said it is approximately 65 lbs. with the breathing tank.

High school student Kyler Zazula (from Willingdon) said his brother is an Alumni and he is interested in trades (most likely welding) or firefighting. On the tour students got to try welding their initials and Alex Ionetz (from Two Hills) said the college is close to home and the small community atmosphere is appealing.

Interior Design students Hailey Hudon (2nd year) and Tyra Simmons (1st year) said coming from small towns in Saskatch ewan that Lakeland College really appealed to them being they would have more of an opportunity to connect with their classmates and instructors.

They said there is a friendly environ ment, great instructors and they are part of an award winning program. A larger proj ect for the second year students includes a material selection, technical aspects of mechanical and construction, as well as using AutoCAD to create 3D renders of their projects. During their practicum they

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said they will get additional hands on expe rience before they are thrown in to the work force. Simmonds liked the creativity, while Hudon liked the technical aspects.

High school student Raeanna Krahn (from Two Hills) said, “I like that there are so many options to choose from. Today I came only knowing a couple things, and now I know that there are so many oppor tunities out there.”

Bachelor of Agriculture Technology Degree students Breanna Elder and Mack enzie Devinis said they came to Lakeland College for the hands on learning and came back for the tight knit atmosphere.

“Ag technology is definitely important because this is the future of agriculture,” said Elder who added that the program is in its second year and is the only agricul ture technology course of its kind. “When you go to school to become a nurse, at the end of the day you are a nurse. In Agricul ture, there are so many jobs you can do. The agriculture industry is currently in a shortage. We always have to feed people so you will always have a job in agricul ture.“ She noted that over 20 per cent of

their class does not have an agriculture background.

So far they have learned about livestock and how to keep a herd together, equip ment and GPS troubleshooting, and did a drone training day with an option for certi fication.

“Variable rates are becoming a big thing because it saves on inputs and cost, and helps with soil health which leads to sustainability which is a big thing right now,” said Devenis.

Variable rates she said help determine where one part of a field may need more of something than another part.

High school student Karson Rowe also from Two Hills said, “My mom was on the rodeo team so that’s a contributing factor but it is nice to go to a college where you can keep up with your hobbies.”

Several recreational clubs were adver tised on the Vermilion campus.

Overall anyone attending Lakeland College was happy to show why they’ve had such a wonderful experience, and newcomers were happy to learn about the facilities and what all was offered.

Top left, Training Officer, Brian Burnell. Top right from left, Breanna Elder, and Mackenzie Devenis. Bottom left - from left, Hailey Hudon and Tyra Simmons. Bottom right - from left, Front row from left, Karson Alex, Kyler, Raeanna surrounded by a group of other high school students touring Lakeland College. Photos Angela Mouly

Lorna Hamilton Reporter

With a long 118 year history in Vermilion, members of the Masonic Lodge have built a history of locally supporting worthy community proj ects. October 17 was just another show of their commitment to help support locally organized projects when they presented a $1,000 cheque to the Vermilion FOCUS Transporta tion Services (FTS) as a yearly spon sorship to the program.

“We were approached by Rob Snow and had a presentation on sponsoring the vehicle to help make the service more affordable for those that need it. We are hoping to lead the way for other people, organizations, and busi nesses to join in and help sponsor the vehicle. By sponsoring the FTS it helps bring the cost down so people

Masonic Lodge #24 Sponsors

can have a ride to Edmonton for exam ple, to a medical appointment, treat ment and stuff like that,” commented Masonic Lodge #24 member, Graham Groucott. “Honestly I don’t know why more local businesses are not doing it because it is an excellent form of advertising and is 100 per cent tax deductible; hopefully we will be the leader of many more to come.”

FTS Special Projects Program Director Dawn Riley was especially grateful to the organization for spon soring the vehicle.

“This is our first yearly sponsor ship and I am very grateful, excited, and appreciative for their support. Other businesses have donated to our adopt-a-ride program, but this is our very first yearly sponsorship. Any business or individual can donate to or sponsor the program, and by doing

so, it really helps us make this very important service more affordable for the people we serve,” explained Riley.

FOCUS Executive Director Rob Snow went on to explain that anyone can donate or sponsor the program or can donate directly to their adopt-aride program.

“The adopt-a-ride program dona tions go directly toward helping people that can’t afford to pay for their trips. Whereas just donating to the program itself helps pay for administration cost, fuel, etc., Our adopt-a-ride is really good because if someone can’t afford the cost to go to Edmonton for exam ple, they tell us and the adopt-a-ride will immediately pay half of it and if they can’t afford that we will sit down and figure out what they can afford, it’s still a fee for service, but we get you there no matter what. We have

accessed the adopt-a-ride several times where people can’t get to their appointments so we will pay through the adopt-a-ride program.

FTS is a relatively new service provided by FOCUS which offers a transport fee-for-service to private residents in Vermilion and area who are in need of transportation to and from medical appointments in Vermil ion and area as well as to larger city appointments such as Edmonton. In addition to the fee-for-service for private citizens the FTS also offers contract service agreements for orga nizations and facilities that are in need of ongoing transportation of their residents, patients and clients. If you would like to become a sponsor for the FTS program you can contact Dawn Riley at FOCUS at 780-853-4121 or by email at dawn.riley@focusvermilion.ca

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Royal Canadian Legion Branch 11

Now that COVID restrictions have been lifted we will be honouring Remembrance Day as per preCOVID.

Purchase of Poppies will still be available at most business locations in the community and at the Legion starting October 28th. Legion members will be visiting local businesses for the purchase of wreaths and or donations starting October 22nd.

Donations to the Poppy fund can be made at the Legion or to the Legion members that will be stopping at businesses. All donations made from this area stay in this area.

Remembrance Day Ceremony November 11 th

We will be assembling at the Cenotaph at 10:45 a.m. Ceremony to start at 10:55 a.m.

We will be placing the Federal Government, Provincial Government, Town of Vermilion and the Vermilion Legion Branch 11 Wreaths during the Cenotaph ceremony. The laying of private family, businesses, and any other wreaths can be laid after the laying of the Government wreaths.

Following the ceremony at the Cenotaph please join us at the Legion for an inside ceremony, followed by a lunch. We at the Vermilion Legion Branch 11 thank you for your continued support of Remembrance Day Please let’s all do our part to Honour our Fallen Comrades in this time of uncertainty.

From left, FOCUS Executive Director Rob Snow, FOCUS Transportation driver Dawn Woywitka, FOCUS Special Projects Program Director Dawn Riley receiving a cheque from Masonic Lodge #24 member Graham Groucott. Photo Lorna Hamilton

Angela Mouly Reporter

The Vermilion Town Council had two delegations during their meeting on Octo ber 18; one regarding broadband and the other was an update from the Airport Advi sory Committee.

Councillor Robert Pulyk was sworn in as Deputy Mayor for the months of November and December.

As for the Vermilion broadband build update, construction director Lloyd Linke wich said, “It’s been a bit of a journey and we are almost across the finish line.”

On November 1, Alberta Broadband Networks (A-Net) plans to launch and host a ribbon cutting, and said Primus will also announce their plans for television, inter net and phone services in the community.

Ken Spangler said, “It’s a big day for our partner Distributel and A-Net and the Town of Vermilion.”

After dividing the town into seven areas, they have been installing fibre throughout the past couple months; some areas are complete while others they are still work ing on. They had 520 interested parties in Vermilion; 79 of those they said were commercial properties. As of October 18, they said 48 drops had been installed, and they will work to complete 5-7 drops per day in residential areas.

“I think you guys have done a wonder ful job, and I think after November 1, you will be overrun with a lot of interest,” said Mayor Greg Throndson.

Because access will already be there, they noted that drops can be made free of charge next year as well.

The Vermilion Airport (CYVG) was discussed by Airport Advisory Commit tee members Larry Bingham and Geoff Hancock. Their objectives were to show how the airport should be considered vital infrastructure, discuss the current condi tions, and to demonstrate that the airport should be viewed as a catalyst for future

Vermilion Town Council

economic growth.

Bingham referenced a letter of support from Darlene McQuid, Area Manager for Alberta Health Services in the County of Vermilion River.

“In it she explains when and why air is quite an essential service, saying time is precious and in some cases MedE vac is the way to do it. Fixed wing aircraft are able to travel faster; there are vari ous advantages, sometimes they can fly above bad weather, and they can fit the necessary medical staff and equipment onboard,” said Bingham.

“For neonatal transport, an entire neonatal team is dispatched to stabi lize and then provide support throughout transport bringing their specialized incuba tors, oxygen provision equipment, moni tors, etc.; equipped at the same level as an intensive care ward. Fixed wing trans port is also used for transporting more stable patients for long distances such as Ponoka and Red Deer which would require a ground ambulance and its crew to be out of this community and therefore unavail able to local residents for several hours. It is also more fiscally efficient for extensive distance. Fixed wing ambulances require designated airports and airstrips to take off and land at to bring this life-saving advan tage to our community and complement the services of the rotor wing ambulances,” read McQuid’s letter.

Hancock said the immediate concern is the continued heaving of the runway.

“We have an excellent base but there is heating and cracking to the surface. If left alone, AHS could decide that MedE vac would no longer be able to land here,” said Hancock.

“We need to continue crack filling and we need to move towards a lift of pave ment and geotechnical survey to see if the base is sufficient.”

The 2019 Master Plan outlined that resurfacing should be done by 2024.

Bingham said an example of a similar sized surface approved last year was in Drumheller costing $1.5 million, while Wetaskiwin had a much larger surface area which cost $2.1 million. The Commu nity Airport Program Fund covers 75 per cent by the province, leaving 25 per cent to the municipality.

The length of the runway is only a moderate concern, in that a King Air 250 can functionally land, but extra length Hancock said would certainly be an advantage because they can only come in when the weather is really good. Visu als are another moderate concern. They noted the lighting is still in good condi tion, but said the potential advancement of a GPS approach would allow MedE vac pilots to come in from different angles avoiding the ‘awkwardly placed’ elevator at the end of the runway.

As for adding to the economy they said according to a 2017 COPA impact study, the 11 local aircraft based in town and five in the surrounding county each can generate half a full time employment or up to $42,000 provided to the annual economy. Other spin off benefits include visitors going downtown to have meals or stay in a hotel. They said a doctor has been travelling this way and not only do they contribute to the community but their patients do as well.

For future economic development, they raised a number of ideas includ ing attracting aircraft from Lloydminster saying there is significant demand and costs wouldn’t be so great. Bingham said several schools in western Canada offer education for various careers in aviation but most do not offer what he would call a full package of training including avion ics, business management, commercial pilots, etc.

“We are coming up to a dramatic short age of pilots in Canada,” said Hancock.

Along with a few other aviation busi

nesses, there is flight instruction offered in Vermilion for beginners and some advanced night ratings, etc., but they would like to see the scope of what can be offered grow by building potential relation ships with Lakeland College or advancing facilities at the airport.

Other ideas included commercial service and maintenance business (if the runway condition is improved), skydiving, a residential airpark, or a distribution centre for drone delivery.

“As a paramedic for 22 years, I always enjoyed seeing the MedEvac. It kept my crew off the roads and sometimes they had been driving for 12 hours so it was a life saver not only for the patients but for emergency services as well,” said Coun sellor Robert Snow.

Councillor Paul Conlin said, “As budget season is looming I hope we can add some of the airport’s needs in as well.”

As for other business under commu nity services they noted that there will be an individual addressing the beaver prob lem, they will be putting netting on the north side of the outdoor rink, and they are looking at purchasing another speed sign. They will also have an arborist see whether or not they can mitigate the roots lifting the path along Beckie Scott Trail.

Brian Leibel said the $5 per month found on utility bills would replace the local improvement taxes and will go to support improvements to roads and side walks.

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keep Vermilion and area thriving,” said Executive Director, Leanne Martin.

Happy to be back in person after a couple years online, Martin said this year businesses were nominated from Vermilion, Clandonald, Kitscoty, and the County of Vermilion River.

“We are looking forward to expand

ing the business awards for 2023, and will begin taking nomina tions in the spring,” said Martin. Winners included Vermilion Shop per’s Drug Mart-Greatest Impact Award, Long’s Value Drug Mart-Business of the Year, Perfectly Mentionables-Emerg ing Business of the Year, Emily Ford

from The Red Brick-Business Leader of the Year, Lakeland College Student Managed Farm (SMF)-Powered by New Holland-Agriculture Award, and Vermil ion Credit Union-Chamber Champion.

“We want to thank the sponsors for making a night like this possible,” said Martin.

Angela Mouly Reporter

Back row from left, Greg Throndson-Vermilion Mayor, Tim Dyck-Chamber Insurance, Barb Rozka-Scotiabank, Kristen DeSchover-Community Futures, Miranda Lychak-Chamber President, Stacey Hryciuk-County of Vermilion River Reeve, Gabby Cheremshynski-SMF, Courtney Hansen-SMF, Bevin Hamilton-Lakeland College, and Jason Stelmaschuk-County of Vermilion River CounsellorFront row from left, Jason Long-Long’s VDM, Emily Ford-Red Brick, Darcie Diep-Perfectly Mentionables, Vish Pandya-Shopper’s Drug Mart, Harm TjardesVermilion Credit Union, Becky Gardham-SMF, and Jace Hansen-SMF. Photo Angela Mouly

Library Book Sale

Angela Mouly Reporter

Vermilion Public Library patrons made a special point of visiting the library October 17 – 19 to support their annual Book Sale.

“We are pretty happy to be able to fund-raise again. Our goal again this year is to make $1,200 to go towards library services,” said Manager Stuart Pauls.

For a couple years they had been unable to host the event and last year opted to host it outdoors. Every year they sell approxi mately 1,000-1,500 books. A large majority

of the books are donated and they accept books all year round.

“It’s a fundraiser but other uses include saving books from the landfill, and provid ing a cheap option for people to have books at home,” said Pauls.

The first day books were $1, the second day they were two for $1, and the third day people had the opportunity to fill a bag or box for $5.

Hundreds of people came by to donate books which he said made for a good selection. Within the first few hours the book sale had already raised $517.

In Memory Of Linda Webb Jacobson

September 29, 1948 – October 31, 2015

“Reading is reading. I don’t really care what format people do it in whether it is a video game etc., but some times a book is great because it’s usually cheaper than an e-book, the selection is better because not everything is published online, and you don’t have to sign up an email or create an

account to read a book,” said Pauls. “Thank you the community for all of their contribu tions; this book sale doesn’t happen with out their support, and to the staff for help ing sort and carry them upstairs.

The Vermilion Public Library will be hosting their AGM on October 26, and it is open to the public. There they will discuss concept plans for a potential elevator at the facility. Although it is very prelimi nary, they will discuss potential locations and how much it would cost. Modifications

completed on the outdoor steps now allow scooter access to the upstairs portion of the building, so the potential elevator would allow access to the basement meaning the opportunity to take in other library and community functions.

On October 24, they will begin their Fall Funding Drive for Library Programs. Throughout the coming weeks, donors will have the opportunity to enter a draw for four canvas prints of Vermilion history that were provided by Long’s Value Drug Mart.

Always Loved & Forever Missed by, Jake, Chris, Jeff, Mackenzie, Parker, Hudson & Jackson

Innisfree-Minburn 4-H Beef Club

Peyton Hess Club Reporter

Our reorganizational meeting was held on October 12, 2022. We welcomed several new members to our club and to our cleaver program. This year, our club has 16 members and 4 cleaver members.

We held elections for our Executive and our Club Leaders. This year, our President is Brad McLaughlin, and Vice president is Rylan Jackson. Camille Kassian is our Secretary, Austin Garnier is our Treasurer, Peyton Hess is Club Reporter, Katrina McLaughlin is Historian, Carson Kassian is our Parliamentarian, and our District Reps are Chase Hess and Cole Arnold. Our Leaders are Clint McLaughlin, Blair Jackson, Carmen Kassian, Brandy Hess and Chris Nott. Our Cleaver Leader is

In loving Memory of Robert George McIntyre

Born: July 9, 1929 - Passed: October 12, 2021

The Fallen Limb A limb has fallen from the family tree. I keep hearing a voice that says, "Grieve not for me. Remember the best times, the laughter, the song. The good life I lived while I was strong.

Continue my heritage, I'm counting on you. Keep smiling and surely the sun will shine through. My mind is at ease, my soul is at rest. Remembering all, how I truly was blessed. Continue traditions, no matter how small. Go on with your life, don't worry about falls I miss you all dearly, so keep up your chin. Until the day comes we're together again.

-Author Unknown

Dearly missed but never forgotten. The McIntyre family

Tawyna Copland-Hlus.

Our annual weigh-in will be held November 6. A huge thank you to the Harder Family for allowing us the use of their facilities for weigh-in day. Our annual Tire Recycling Fundraiser is scheduled for Saturday, November 12. If you have old tires, batteries, or electronics to get rid of, our 4-H members can pick them up on this date. Please contact any member or a club leader to arrange pickup. (Clint 780-870-2435, Blair 780-853-0069, Carmen 780-208-0569, Brandy 780-853-0441, Chris 780-6031024) We will also have our ice melt fundraiser again this year so be sure to watch for details!

We have scheduled our annual Achievement Show and Sale Day for May 31, 2023. We are looking forward to an exciting year ahead!

Jeanette Coutts

passed away October 18, 2022 in Vermilion at the age of 90 years.

Prayer Service is Tuesday, October 25, 2022 at 8:00 pm at Vermilion Catholic Parish of the Holy Name Church.

Funeral Mass is Wednesday, October 26, 2022 at 1:00 pm at Vermilion Catholic Parish of the Holy Name Church.

Memorial donations may be made to Heart & Stroke Foundation, FOCUS, Friends of Vermilion Health Centre-Nurses, or charity of one’s choce.

Reflections Funeral & Cremation Services in charge of arrangements.

Kendall Jaymes Wusyk Cooper July 9, 1991 - October 30, 2012

Time ies ... 10 years have gone by, Since you passed away. Our hearts still ache in sadness, Secret tears still ow.

Your memory walks beside us, Comforting us ... during our sad times. Reminding us ... of happy times we shared. Guiding us ... to live our days without you.

Love Always, Dad & Mom, Tammy & Darrin - Emily, Kiera, Claudia Melody - Savannah, Dayton, Micha Daniel & Madeline

Loving you; missing you; Our son, brother, uncle, Forever remaining alive, In our hearts.

Library Manager Stuart Pauls. Photo Angela Mouly

Derina Harvey Performs Powerful Performance

Lorna Hamilton Reporter

Derina Harvey is the youngest in a musi cal family that has played in numerous local festivals and charitable events. She started performing on stage when she was just five years old and is from Wabush, Labrador. When in high school she played in choirs and band and after graduating she attended a Music Industry and Performance Program at the College of the North Atlantic from 1998 to 2000, where she met her best friends.

Harvey states that, “one by one we found ourselves in Edmonton, and the group of us worked in the industry, working sound produc tion, lighting, teaching music lessons, instru ment and audio sales, and management all while performing in different performance and recording projects.

She went on to explain that while she was performing as a solo artist at one of her East Coast Themed venues the manager needed a band on short notice, so she formed a band made up of her friends back in 2006.

Angela Mouly Reporter

“I’ve had the privilege of playing with my friends, some have had to move along a differ ent path, and currently the Derina Harvey Band is made up of Steve Pinsent, on drums, Scott Greene- Electric Guitar/Harmony Vocals, Edward Smith-Bass/Harmony Vocals, Jessica Blenis-Fiddle/Harmony vocals and myselfAcoustic Guitar/Lead Vocals,” said Harvey.

When asked how (she) would describe her music Harvey commented, “I’d say we have an energetic, heartfelt celtic rockshow full of your favourite celtic covers and traditional tunes that we hope will transport you to a wind swept coastline. The Derina Harvey Band is a five piece celtic rock band and all our members are originally from Canada’s east coast. We will bring you an authentic kitchen party complete with original songs all layered with harmonies, driving rhythms and soaring solos both electric guitar and fiddle! Ballads, and shanties, stories through songs all wrapped up in a few laughs… maybe a few tears… and we’ll be sure to have a few more laughs before we send ya home.”

On Sunday, October 16 the Derina Harvey

Band presented by the Vermilion Allied Arts wowed the 120 attendees at the Alumni Theatre at Lakeland College in Vermilion with an after noon of Celtic and Maritime music which was described as second to none with her powerful voice and her very talented band members on their instruments and providing backup.

“People won’t soon forget Derina Harvey singing O Danny Boy accompanied by the guitarist who slid onto the piano bench and showed his amazing touch and skill,” commented Keri Pullyblank. “Derina Harvey’s charming Atlantic Canada warmth and genu ineness and her addressing the audience members as ‘my darlin’s’ created a comfort able and affectionate audience response and involvement. For those who missed this perfor mance, if you ever get a second opportunity to enjoy this band, don’t miss out a second time. Derina and her band members are all very accomplished musicians who don’t disap point.”

The Derina Harvey Band have been nomi nated for, Artist to Watch 2016-Edmonton

Credit Union Day

Customers and staff enjoyed celebrating Credit Union Day in Vermilion on October 20. The event took place at Credit Unions all across the country.

“Because we are a cooperative much like the Co-op or UFA, this is our way of show ing appreciation to our customers,” said Manager of Lending, Laura Tyner. “Things have evolved throughout the years and much of the service is available online now. In comparison to years past, many customers would come in to the branch to enjoy the special day, but this year we were able to deliver some random acts of kindness to several busi nesses in town.”

Customers that did stop by the

branch enjoyed popcorn and juice or coffee and cupcakes. They were able to enter a draw for a gift basket as well as a jacket, blanket, cooler bag, etc.

Aside from this draw, throughout the month of October, they have a special investment incen tive going on where customers are encouraged to open new investment accounts, make invest ment deposits, schedule new contributions or increases, or transfer in from other financial insti tutions. Customers who achieve any of those things will have the chance to play Plinko as they enter a draw for a $500 grand prize, a gift basket worth $250, chamber cash or some more Credit Union swag.

Overall customers and staff were very excited to celebrate together appreciating the commu nity support from the branch and likewise the customer’s support for the branch.

In Memory

Frank Stone

October 27, 1912 - October, 31, 1997

Winnie Stone

January 9, 1920 - October 10, 2011

In loving memory of Dad, Mom, Grandpa & Grandma

Music Awards, and awarded Best Showcase 2017-Arts North West, Booking Conference Tacoma, WA, USA, and People’s Choice 2018-Edmonton Music Awards.

Photo submitted

From left, Laura Tyner, Wendy Gill, and Celina Savic. Photo Angela Mouly

Vermilion Elementary School News

Karen King

Submitted

Grade 5 student, Sawyer Cochrane, presented the Hot Lunch Society with a donation from his plant sale a few weeks ago. What a great role model for others. He is showing how our students are living our school mantra “Being the Best We Can Be”.

The VES Hot Lunch Program is very excited to be hosting their Halloween Dance again this year.

It will be held on October 28 from 6:30-8:30 in our school gym. All ages are welcome. It’s a $5 admis sion to support the Hot Lunch Program. Dress up for a chance to win prizes. DJ Shannon will be in charge of the music.

The VES Hot Lunch Program is looking for VES parents who can help with some of their fundrais ers this year. Fundraising commit tee volunteers could help for as many hours as they wish. Tasks

would include things like planning special events, helping with hot dog Fridays, or organizing orders for fundraising sales. Contact Kirsten Burns for more information.

Our Kindergarten and Grade 1 students were very fortunate last week. Cindy at “Picture This and That” framing donated sidewalk chalk for all to use. Thanks, Cindy. What a sincerely generous offer.

VIBE coach, Miss Kirsten, went to the Grade 1 classes to teach them

about bubble breathing. This tech nique was used to show the Grade 1 students how they can calm their bodies and minds by using different types of breathing.

Dates to Remember: Oct 27 –School Council AGM Meeting at 7:00; Oct 31-Nov 4 – Scholastic Book Fair; Nov 1 – School Photo Retakes; Nov 4 – Remembrance Day Ceremony; Nov 7-11 – No School; Nov 16 and 17 – ParentTeacher Interviews

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Romantic

LEO

Family members will not be happy with the amount of time you are spending away from home. You will be able to get your own way if you use your intellectual charm and know how.

VIRGO

Use your charm, but don't be phony. Secret affairs will come back to haunt you. You could make extra cash through creative hobbies.

LIBRA

SCORPIO

SAGITTARIUS

CAPRICORN

You have a tendency to think that no one else will do things properly. You will be able to find the perfect outfit, and the greatest new accessory for your house.

AQUARIUS

Be sure to pay attention to your bank account. Your mate will be pushing you to do things that you really don't want to do. Money can be made if you use your ingenuity.

PISCES

You are best not to retaliate if members of your household are trying to pick a fight. Be prepared to lose friends or alienate loved ones due to your stubborn nature lately.

St. Jerome’s Catholic School News

Anna Svenungard

Submitted

Spartans have been feeling blessed these past few weeks with such beautiful fall weather. Students of all ages have had the opportunity to take their learning out into our community! Our Phys Ed 10 class got to learn scuba diving skills at the Lakeland Aquatic Centre. Mr. Martin described the eerie feel ing he got as he looked out over the pool, and all he could see was bubbles… What a wonderful experience for these students. Last Wednesday, Grade 5S visited a wetland at the provincial park. Mrs. Snider’s niece, and wetland expert Jessica, guided the class on an exploration of a wetland ecosystem. Students used magnifying glasses, nets, and small containers to collect samples of the water. They caught bugs, minnows, and even a baby dragonfly! Students recorded their learning in field notebooks, before releasing their “findings” back into their wetland home. The classmates agreed that the “fishing” was the best part of the trip. We are grateful that the community of Vermilion understands the proverb “It takes a village to raise a child.”

Learning always seems to “stick” better when it’s sweet! That was the perfect teach ing strategy for grade 3 teacher Mrs. Riedel to employ as her students continued their study of rocks and minerals in science. Students enjoyed making “dirt” in science class! Using Oreos, chocolate chips, graham crumbs, pudding, Oreo crumbs and gummy worms, they created the layers of dirt and a delicious treat! Who knew dirt could taste so good?!?

We always love to celebrate the holidays! And Halloween is no exception! Kindergartens and their Grade 4 buddies enjoyed time together painting pumpkins. Teachers and students at STJ would like to say a huge THANK YOU to Kris Jacula for growing and donating pumpkins for each child in grades 1-5. Kris, your kindness and generosity embody what it means to be a part of the “St. Jerome’s

Family.” Thank you for lighting up hundreds of children’s faces and for helping us celebrate Halloween, country style!

Our Faith in Action Team (FIAT) has rebranded themselves this year. The former FIAT Team will now be known as…. “The Faith Squad!” Students in grades 6-9, that want to help our school embody its Christian values, voted on the name change and it was unanimous! Our Faith Squad had a movie “night” after school together last Friday. It was an opportunity for members to get to know one another better, as they work together to serve others for God. Our yearly Scholastic Book Fair ran from Oct. 11-14th. Thank you to the students and families that purchased books, with proceeds earned going towards new books in our school library! It was no small feat organizing and pulling off this Jungle themed literary party… A big thanks to our school librarian, Mrs. Jackson, and her pack of wild helpers: Miss. Heinrich, Mrs. Davis, Mrs. Fillier, Mrs. Crate, and Mrs. Krys!

Lastly, it is with a heavy heart that we end the St. Jerome’s Catholic School News this week with a tribute to the late Larry Wasylik. He was a huge supporter of St. Jerome’s, and Catholic Education, having been a trustee with ECCS for 25 years. Thank you, Larry for all that you have done, you have always been our friend and neighbour in Christ.

Up & Coming: -Friday, November 4th- St. Jerome’s Remembrance Day Service -No School for Students November 7-11 (Fall Break/Remembrance Day).

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Kindergarteners and

Grade 4 buddies enjoyed time together painting pumpkins!