Thunder News Flash – January 27, 2024

January 26, 2024
  • Next Early Dismissal Day - WEDNESDAY, February 7th

    Please note that our next early dismissal day for our monthly staff meeting will take place on Wednesday, February 7th.  As always, the students should bring a snack and lunch to school that day, and they will be dismissed at 12:55pm.

  • Movie Night

    Reminder! Movie Night is fast approaching! We are thrilled to present Monsters Inc!, a movie that will delight both younger and older audiences, on Movie Night on Feb 9, 2024

    Raffle tickets for the VIP Seats will be sent home with your child, please have cash and completed tickets back by Friday, February 5, 2024 to be entered into the draw!

    The draw will be held Friday, February 9, 2024 around lunch time.  Good luck!

  • Thunderwear

    THUNDERWEAR ORDERS – last chance to order for the 2023-24 school year. 

    We are using the fundraising platform on Munch a Lunch for Thunderwear order this time. Orders will be delivered by late February. 

    Simply complete the following order form link by Monday, February 5th at 9pm.   

    https://munchalunch.com/login 

    Thunderwear Sizing Charts from our Supplier

    ATC COTTON T-SHIRT Garment Measurements

    Size

    Youth

    Small

    Youth

    Medium

    Youth

    Large

    Youth

    X-Large

    Adult

    Small

    Adult

    Medium

    Adult

    Large

    Adult

    X-Large

     

    Chest Full Measure

    32”

    34”

    36”

    38”

    36”

    40”

    44”

    48”

     

    Body Length from HPS*

    21”

    23”

    25”

    27”

    28”

    29”

    30”

    31”

     

    Sleeve Length-CB**

    13 ¾”

    14 ¾”

    15 ¾”

    16 ¾”

    16 ¾”

    17 ¾”

    18 ¾”

    19 ¾”

     

    PRO TEAM DRY FIT SHORT & LONG SLEEVE T-SHIRT Garment Measurements

    Size

    Youth

    Small

    Youth

    Medium

    Youth

    Large

    Youth

    X-Large

    Adult

    Small

    Adult

    Medium

    Adult

    Large

    Adult

    X-Large

     

    Chest Full Measure

    32”

    34”

    36”

    39”

    40”

    43”

    46”

    49”

     

    Body Length from HPS*

    21 ½”

    23”

    25”

    27”

    28”

    29”

    30”

    31”

     

    Short Sleeve Length-CB**

    13 ½”

    14 ½”

    15 ½”

    16 ½”

    18 ½”

    19 ¼”

    20”

    20 ¾”

     

    Long Sleeve Length-CB**

    26”

    27”

    28 ½”

    30”

    34”

    34 ¾”

    35 ½”

    36 ¼”

     

    ATC PULL-OVER HOODIE Garment Measurements

    Size

    Youth

    Small

    Youth

    Medium

    Youth

    Large

    Youth

    X-Large

    Adult

    Small

    Adult

    Medium

    Adult

    Large

    Adult

    X-Large

     

    Chest Full Measure

    32”

    34”

    36”

    40”

    40”

    44”

    48”

    52”

     

    Body Length from HPS*

    20 ½”

    23”

    25”

    26 ½”

    27 ½”

    28 ½”

    29 ½”

    30 ½”

     

    Sleeve Length-CB**

    25”

    28”

    30 ½”

    33”

    34 ½”

    35 ¼”

    36”

    36 ¾”

     

    ATC FULL ZIP HOODIE Garment Measurements

    Size

    Youth

    Small

    Youth

    Medium

    Youth

    Large

    Youth

    X-Large

    Adult

    Small

    Adult

    Medium

    Adult

    Large

    Adult

    X-Large

     

    Chest Full Measure

    31”

    34”

    36”

    39”

    40”

    44”

    48”

    52”

     

    Body Length from HPS*

    21”

    23”

    25”

    27”

    27 ½”

    28 ½”

    29 ½”

    30 ½”

     

    Sleeve Length-CB**

    26”

    28 ½”

    31”

    34”

    34 ½”

    35 ¼”

    36”

    37 ½”

     

    GILDAN ELASTIC CUFF JOGGING PANT Garment Measurements

    Size

    Youth

    Small

    Youth

    Medium

    Youth

    Large

    Youth

    X-Large

    Adult

    Small

    Adult

    Medium

    Adult

    Large

    Adult

    X-Large

     

    Waist (front width)

    10 ½”

    11”

    12”

    13”

    13”

    14”

    15”

    16”

     

    Inseam

    19”

    22”

    25”

    29”

    29”

    29 ½”

    30”

    30 ½”

     

    Pants Waist is measured from left to right, when laid flat.

    Pants Inseam is measured on the seam connecting legs together to bottom hem of the pants.

    *HPS – High Point on Shoulder

    **CB – Centre Back

  • AGM & SOCIAL MEDIA AWARENESS, DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP, AND CYBERBULLYING PRESENTATION

    DATE: Wednesday, February 21, 2024
    TIME: 6:30 – AGM with your Regional Education Committee & 7PM Guest Speaker

    LOCATION: St. James Catholic School – 2767 Townline Road, Abbotsford

    As a parent/caregiver, you lead the charge as a digital role model. Help your child develop a strong digital citizenship foundation while reminding them that their digital tattoo reflects their real and online selves. Parents/Caregivers have an important role to play in providing support and guidance during critical periods. A snapshot of current trends and concerning apps will be provided to equip you in your digital parenting strategy. 

    DO NOT MISS THIS FREE EVENT!!!

    • Social Media Update – The most current apps and trends in your children’s social media lives
    • Digital Parenting Strategy – How to have important conversations with your child around social media safety
    • Digital Footprint and Reputation – With their future approaching, recruiters and employers are taking note – What will they find? 
    • Family Tech Plan – Recommendations for family guidelines and parental controls

    It is a requirement for at least ONE parent from each family to attend. 

    Tax receipts will be handed out at the end of this evening.

  • Endow's God is Love Study

    All women are invited to join us for an Endow study based on Pope Benedict XVI’s encyclical, God is Love. This inspiring letter calls us back to the foundational truths about love. Join us for a break in your day to learn and study alongside other women in the community. We will meet for eight Wednesday sessions from 12:30-2:30 p.m. in the St. James Church meeting room, beginning on February 14th and ending on May 28th. Cost is $20 USD for a digital copy and $40 USD for a hard copy. Visit endowgroups.org for more information. Contact Eileen Gaudet to register at eileenmgaudet@gmail.com.

     

  • Thunder Community - Abbotsford Canucks

    Just a reminder that it will be our Thunder Community Abbotsford Canucks Night on Friday, February 2nd.

    On Friday February 2nd, the Abbotsford Canucks will be facing off against the San Jose Barracuda at 7pm and we have made arrangements for YOU to be there. Tickets are only $28 per person, with $5 from each ticket purchased going back to the school. Please feel free to share with family and friends, as we are extending the invitation beyond our school families. Follow the link below for more information and to purchase your tickets. We are looking forward to a fun and exciting night out. Go Canucks Go!
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