Daily Announcements
May 5
*Red Dress day 2025, held every May 5th, is the National Day of Remembrance and Activism honouring the lives of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two-Spirited People (MMIWGS2S+). It began with the REDress Project, created by Metis artist Jaime Black in 2010.
In 2023, Statistics Canada released a report showing that Indigenous women and girls were six times more likely to be murdered than other groups of people in Canada. Between 2009 and 2021, Indigenous women and girls made up 2% and 3% of the Canadian population, yet represented 5% and 7% of homicide victims. The United Nations (in addition to Canadian and Manitoba led inquiries) have consistently noted that the deaths and the failure to seek justice for these victims are a clear violation of international and domestic law and demonstrate the deadly intersections of racism, colonization and homophobia.
These statistics do not give a name or a face to these daughters, granddaughters, sisters, aunts, mothers, grandmothers and friends - human beings - who have experienced this ultimate victimization of ongoing colonialism.
Today we wear red to support all the victims and families affected and to bring awareness to the crisis.
*Jr Badminton - Our Jr. Badminton team competed at the zone playdowns this past weekend. Three of our five teams made it to the semi-finals within their respective category. Paige Kiel and Gianna Eberle won their semi-final match to advance to the finals. Paige and Gianna played well and won their finals, capturing the Girls Doubles category. Paige and Gianna will now advance to the QVDA districts on Wednesday, May 7 in Kipling. Congratulations to all of the Jr Badminton team for an excellent tournament.
*GSA Summit - Reminder to pop in and see Miss. Marley to get your name on the list to attend the GSA all-day Summit on Friday, May 30. Topics will cover leadership, speed friending, mental health, advocacy and a Q&A panel. There is also a free lunch provided!
May 6
*Guest Speaker today - all students are to report to period 2 as usual. Classes will begin to be called to the gym at 10:30. Following the presentation, please report to period 3 as usual.
*Blood Donor Clinic May 23 - Greenall SLC is hosting a blood donor clinic on May 23. Sign up sheet and more information will be posted outside of room 119 by 3:30 today. You must be 17 years old to donate blood. Please check out the sign up information at the end of the day today.
*Senior Signing Video - Any grade 12s who would like to be included in the senior signing video, please come to room 112 at lunch on Wednesday, May 7 or Friday, May 9 to get in on the video.
*Choir - Choir members, please check Google Classroom or your Edsby message for important information about the next month. Please see Ms. Weir if you have any questions.
*Floor Hockey at Lunch - Today is the last day to sign up for lunch time floor hockey. If you have any questions, see Mr. Knoll for more information.
*Football Meeting - Calling all future Football players! There will be a meeting for anyone interested in playing football (grade 9-11) on Wednesday at 12:20 in the Multi.
*Gr 9 & 10 Students - There are only 10 spots open for the 2027 trip to Amsterdam, Brussels and Paris. Find Mrs. Dufour in room 114 or 121 for the sign up code. Whether you are an adventure seeker, history buff or foodie, there is something for everyone on this customized adventure.
May 7
*Blood Donor Clinic - Greenall SLC is hosting a blood donor clinic on May 23. Sign up sheet and more information is posted outside of room 119. You must be 17 years old to donate blood. Please check out the sign up information at the end of the day today. Limited number of spots are available.
*Senior Signing - Any grade 12s who would like to be included in the senior signing video, please come to room 112 at lunch TODAY or Friday, May 9 to get in the video.
*School Fees - School fees are now past due. All fees must be paid in full. Yearbooks must be paid by May 15 to be ordered. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Haus at the office.
*Football Meeting - Call all future football players! There will be a meeting for anyone interested in playing football (current grade 9 - 11) on Wednesday at 12:20 in the multi.
May 8
*Girls Flag Football - Congratulations to 3/4 teams that saw action this week. Jr Competitive and Jr Rec had big wins over their opponents this week and Sr Competitive tied their game. Off to a great start girls. Next week, you can catch three teams at Rugby field Sr. Rec Tuesday at 4:15, Jr and Sr Rec at 5:15. Sr Rec also has another game on Wednesday at 4:15.
*2027 Europe Trip - Disneyland Paris awaits! There are only 5 spots available for the Europe 2027 trip. The discount is valid until June 30 of this year. Chat more with Mrs. Dufour if you have any questions.
*Break a leg - Break a leg and best wishes to Griffin Drama as they participate in the Saskatchewan Drama Association Provincial One Act Play Festival this weekend in Moose Jaw. 45 plays throughout Saskatchewan competed for a spot in this festival. Only 12 succeeded and "How to Get Away with a Murder Mystery" was one of 12 winning many group and individual awards. The Provincial Festival is a big deal. The Government of Saskatchewan has proclaimed a Certificate of Recognition making May 8-10 "Saskatchewan Drama Days" and our school has the honour of participating in this limited festival.
*Senior Signing Video - Any grade 12s who would like to be included in the senior signing video, please come to room 112 at lunch Friday, May 9 to get in on the video.
*Blood Donor Clinic - Greenall SLC is hosting a blood donor clinic on May 23. The sign up sheet and more information is posted outside of room 119. You must be 17 years old to donate. Please check out the sign up information at the end of the day today. Limited number of spots are available. If you have questions, please see Mr. Petford or Mrs. Gibbs.
May 9
*Final Call for Belize - the Belize trip will be closed May 16. If you want one of the last spots, you must see Miss. Marley.
*Drama Provincials - Congratulations to the cast & crew of "How to Get Away with a Murder Mystery" who performed at the provincial level last night in Moose Jaw. They will continue to celebrate the Government of Saskatchewan recognized "Saskatchewan Drama Days" at Sask Drama Provincials this weekend as they take in workshops and watch other amazing performing artists from our province. 45 plays throughout Saskatchewan competed for a spot in this festival. Only 12 succeeded and "How to Get Away with a Murder Mystery" was one of the 12 winning many group and individual awards. We are the only PVSD show in this competition. Griffin Drama is well known for excellence in the performing arts community of our province and we are proud of this student let play. Congrats!
*Senior Signing Video - Any grade 12s who would like to be included in the senior signing video, please come to room 112 at lunch TODAY to get in on the video.
*Greenall Blood Donor Clinic - Greenall SLC is hosting a blood donor clinic on May 23. A sign up sheet and more information is posted outside of room 119. You must be 17 years old to donate blood. Please check out the sign up information today. Limited number of spots are available. If you have questions, please see Mr. Petford or Mrs. Gibbs.