The schoolyard is covered with leaves, trees are bare and volleyball season is half completed. These are all signs that it is the middle of October. Soon students will be receiving their interim reports and first set of report cards.
The junior girls' volleyball team travelled to Hafford last Tuesday to play exhibition games. They hosted John Paul II this Thursday and will participate in a tournament at the North Battleford Comprehensive High School Oct. 16 and 17th.
The junior noys' team hosted Hafford last Tuesday for a series of exhibition games.
The senior girls' team will be in action this weekend at Maymont. They are hosting a tournament and everyone is welcome to come and watch the girls play.
Last Tuesday, the girls' soccer team travelled to Saskatoon to play against Outlook. They were missing some of their forwards and narrowly lost to Outlook 1-0. The girls played well.
Three students participated in the cross-country running districts in Spiritwood  Thursday. Jaden Bailey, Grade 11, advanced to the provincial meet this Saturday in Saskatoon.
The Affinity Credit Union has an Affinity Community Spirit Fund. It is an initiative that provides each of their employees an opportunity to direct funds to a community organization or charitable group of their choice. The school community would like to say thank you to Bonnie Rothenburger, who designated her $ 200 to the breakfast program at Maymont School.
 The Grade 12 class is selling fruit, juices and cookie dough to raise money for their graduation. If you are interested please contact Jean Brehon at the school.
The SLC organized a pep rally Oct. 9. The volleyball, soccer, golf and cross-country teams were introduced. Many students and staff wore school colors and school clothing to show their school pride. There were even a few Toronto Blue Jays shirts.
Following the pep rally, the senior girls' volleyball team played against the staff. The staff team consisted of Krista and Ryan Nickell, Kandice Walker, Cathy Gillatt, Sean Lockwood and intern Bret Goller. Jean Brehon was the official scorekeeper, Sean Brehon was the official and Cody Greenslade gave the color commentary.
Each team won a set, but the bell rang before they were able to play the third and deciding set of the match. Students watched the sets and, of course, cheered for the staff.
This Tuesday was Character Day at school. Students and staff were invited to dress up as their favorite book, movie or cartoon character. Thursday was Throwback Thursday.
Deepest sympathy is extended to staff members Rodney and Sandra Large on the passing of Rodney's mother Myrt Large. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
