Schedule IV is in effect. This is an update to our original calendar.
Also note: Semester 2 Course Change Deadline
Students should contact their counsellor before this deadline to ensure their course change is considered.
Schedule IV is in effect.
All in our school community are invited to participate in Pink Shirt Day on Wednesday, 25 February by wearing a pink top. This anti-bullying campaign began several years ago in Nova Scotia after a group of students rallied around a Grade 9 boy who was being bullied for wearing a pink shirt.
Those wearing a pink shirt will have a free casual day. If students don't have a pink shirt, but would still like to participate in the casual dress code, they are asked to bring a $2 donation to Kids Help Phone.
Choosing classes for next school year: Last week the guidance department visited grade 9-11 classes to discuss elective choices for next year. Parents can view these presentations by using the links below. Elective choices are due online by March 6th.
Scholarships Featured this Week
Remax Quest for Excellence Scholarships: $1000 scholarship for best 500-word essays on given topics. Due: March 6, 2026
Information Security Scholarships: $1000-$5000 for students entering four-year cyber-security studies. Due: March 15, 2026.
Lionel High School Chemistry Scholarship : $16,000 for students studying chemistry, biochemistry, or chemical engineering who demonstrate financial need. Due: March 1, 2026.
David Bernatchez Memorial Award for Rugby at St. F/X- $20,000.00 ($5,000.00 per year for a maximum of four years of undergraduate study) who will be a member of, or volunteer with, the StFX Rugby Team. A minimum average of 70% required along with demonstrated financial need, leadership and service to community.
Final Reminder
Applications for the University of Manitoba and the University of Winnipeg are due March 1, 2025.
39th Annual SPHS Fashion Show – The Sweet Soirée
The St. Paul’s High School Class of 2026 is proud to present The Sweet Soirée, the 39th Annual Fashion Show on Monday, March 23, 2026 at the Victoria Inn & Conference Centre. This event promotes the latest fashions from local retailers in coordination with Swish Modelling Agency and includes auctions and raffles with prizes from local businesses. Student volunteers create a lively and entertaining show in support of the Magis Fund, a fund that provides financial assistance to students who require assistance to ensure they can be full participants in school life.
Sponsorships are now available at Sponsor Checkout - St Paul's High School
The Fashion Show Committee is also soliciting prize donations for Live, Silent or Rainbow Auctions. For your donation, you/your business will receive recognition on signage at the event, and have your brand in front of parents, alumni, and local business owners.
Contact Kerri J. Moore, Head of Advancement at kjmoore@stpauls.mb.ca or 204-831-2325 for more information about sponsorship opportunities and prize donations.
Although the event showcases the grade 12 boys, parents of all grades are encouraged to attend. Consider gathering your friends together for a fun night out. If you don't know a lot of parents from the school community, let us know what grade your son is in when you purchase your ticket and we will do our best to seat you with other parents from the same grade. This event is a great opportunity to meet the parents of your son’s friends.
Tickets for the event are now available at Checkout - St Paul's High School
If you can’t attend but would still like to support the Magis Fund, you could also consider a monetary donation to be used by the committee to purchase silent auction prizes.
Your support goes towards ensuring all our sons can have the best possible high school experience at St. Paul's.
With the recent fluctuations in weather, freeze-thaw cycles are creating potentially slippery conditions in our parking lots, entryways, and inside the school. Please be extra cautious and watch your footing in these areas, especially where melting snow may create wet patches indoors.
Remind your sons to be careful as well, particularly if they are running late or in a rush. A moment of caution can help prevent slips and falls.
Our Maintenance team is actively clearing snow and applying salt and grit to maintain safe conditions.
Just a reminder that if you are a guest entering the school during school hours, please sign in at the front desk. For guests (and this includes parents volunteers), please use the visitor parking in the front loop as this provides quick access to the front desk where you will sign in.
Thank you for your cooperation.
The Nearly New Shop is collecting gently used clothing items, including:
Please ensure all donations are clean, labeled “Nearly New Shop,” and dropped off at the SPHS office.
For questions, please contact:
Nelia Borges-Bahl, Nearly New Shop Volunteer Coordinator neliaborges66@gmail.com
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities:
Staff Appreciation Week – February 23-27, 2026
Thank you so much to the parents who have already signed up for helping during the Staff Appreciation Week! We have a few spots left that we are looking to fill. If it works for you, please consider signing up!
Wednesday, February 25 – Soup Luncheon
We are still looking for 2 volunteers to make soup for the staff on Wednesday, February. 25. Soup should be brought to the school in a sealed, labeled container that morning or Tuesday during the day. Volunteers at the school will heat the soup up that morning. We are looking for parents to sign up to buy or make beef chili or Minestrone soup. If you could make enough soup for 12 small bowls of soup, that would be sufficient Please sign up HERE if you are interested in making soup for this luncheon.
Angus Reid Debate Tournament – Thursday, March 19/26
We are looking for two parents to help with the Angus Reid Debate Tournament. The shift is from 4:30-7:30 on Thursday, March 19/26. You would cut dainties, make coffee and cold beverages and help with setup/clean up. If you have a son in the tournament, please consider signing up for this spot as you would be given time to watch your son during his turn. Please sign up HERE if you are interested.
Please Mark your calendar – BAKING DONATIONS will be needed for the Debate Tournament!
CRU Shoppe – Volunteers Needed
We are looking for a few wonderful volunteers to help in the CRU Shop over the lunch hour! If you have an hour to spare and enjoy connecting with students in a fun, upbeat environment, we’d love to have you join us.
What you’ll do:
*Help with simple sales, and keep the shop tidy and welcoming
Your support helps keep the CRU Shop running smoothly — and it’s a wonderful way to get involved and enjoy the school community! Please sign up HERE if you are interested.
For more information about the Parents’ Guild, please visit their page HERE .
The Business Office will be mailing out 2025 tax receipts by the end of this month
Please note that if your son is in grade nine, you will not receive a tax receipt for this taxation year. It will instead be issued for the 2026 taxation year.
If you do not receive yours by mid-March, please email Kerri Keane (kkeane@stpauls.mb.ca)
