Klaassen Corner

I hope that this message finds you well and getting ready to enjoy some slightly warmer weather this weekend! I know that after attending the Marmot trip with the students, I am itching to ride my mountain bike and enjoy some warmer weather. Things are busy at the school right now, though as we complete registrations and start the planning process for next fall. Part of that process is finalizing administrative roles within the school. As some of you may know, the position of principal has been posted for Throsby Jr/Sr High and will be determined in the next couple of weeks. This means that I will be returning to Riverview Middle School in September and a new person will fill the role of principal here. What started as a 6-week stint has become a much longer stay that I have thoroughly enjoyed. I will be making sure to savour that last few months as there is lots to do and all kinds of moments to enjoy. All the best!

Respectfully,

Justin Klaassen

What's coming up at THS

April 24: Parent Council Meeting 7:00 pm

April 26: Grade 10 Orientation Night & Registration (current grade 9's and parents) - Start time: 6:00pm

April 28: Professional Learning Day (School Closed)

April 29: Registration for Black Gold Summer School Opens

Registration Notes: April 24-28

Summer School Registration: Summer School registration opens Saturday, April 29 at 9am. This must be done through PowerSchool Parent Portal.
- Module Based Programming can be found here
- Classroom Based Programming can be found here
Current grade 10 and 11 students: computer registration on Tuesday, April 25
Current grade 9 students and their parents are invited to an Orientation Evening, which will include computer registration for next year on Wednesday, April 26, starting at 6pm in the gym.
Dual Credit Courses: For more information, please go to this link.

For questions about registration, please contact Mrs. Hrytsak at trish.hrytsak@blackgold.ca

What's up with Grad 2023?

The Grads are currently trying to wrap up their fundraising activities for the year. The grads will have one more BBQ on Thursday, April 27 in front of the school. Students, families and community are welcome.
Grad banquet tickets are on sale now. Grads can see Mrs. Raugust in the office to purchase.
Graduation will take place on Friday, May 26 at the Arctic Spas Recreation Complex.

For questions about Grad, contact either of the teacher coordinators. kim.vansteenis@blackgold.ca or shelley.gramlich@blackgold.ca

Grad 2024

The Grade 11s met this week to kick off their fundraising for next year. They will be looking into a number of fundraising opportunities.
We are looking for a couple of parent volunteers to act as fundraising coordinators.

For questions about Grad, contact either of the teacher coordinators. kim.vansteenis@blackgold.ca or shelley.gramlich@blackgold.ca

School Avoidance: For parents/caregivers and students
Virtual Session: Wednesday, April 26 (6-7:30pm)

Children can struggle with going to school for a variety of reasons and it can be challenging as a parent to know how best to support them. Many kids feel anxious about schoolwork, friendships, peer pressure or conflict.
Join us for this online session where we will look at the reasons behind school refusal, supports you can put in place at home, and supportive resources you can access for both you and your child.
To register, click here.

Growing Smiles Fundraiser

Our Student Union is selling summer flowers using the Growing Smiles Fundraiser. These plants are historically healthy and long lasting. Well worth your money! Please consider supporting our Student Union. Orders are due April 25 and will be available for pick up on May 9.

Check out the link here.

Growing Smiles

Post-Secondary and Career Counselling

Mrs. van Steenis is still encouraging high school students to book counselling appointments in the afternoons. She can help them with the following:

Utilize MyBlueprint
Plan for post-secondary
Apply for college/university
Access scholarships and grants
Apply for student loans

For more information come see her in Room 113 or email kim.vansteenis@blackgold.ca

Summer Work Experience and RAP

Mrs. van Steenis has opened enrollment for summer off campus. This program is open from June-August for High School Students. If you're already working...why not earn credits too? Please see her to sign up and receive your application package. She will be taking names and signing up students until May 31st on a first come first served basis.

For more information come see her in Room 113 or email kim.vansteenis@blackgold.ca

Athletics

Badminton

The badminton tournaments occurred this week, with the juniors competing on Tuesday and the Seniors competing on Wednesday. The juniors had a whirlwind of an event and there was a good amount of athletes that showed up for that one. Great work in Leduc everyone. The seniors played their matches in Edmonton and did really well. Jenna and Tyra placed first in their category and are moving on to next week's Zone Championship on Wednesday. Good luck Jenna and Tyra

TomatoSphere

Grade 7s have planted tomato seeds in science class! The best part is that some of the seeds spent 6 weeks at the International Space Station last year! However, students do not know which pack of seeds was which. At the end of the experiment, results will be submitted and students will find out which seeds were kept on earth and which seeds spent 6 weeks in space."

The Wellness Beat

Over the course of semester two, we will be looking at different areas of wellness throughout the school. March is Nutrition month and so we will feature some ideas around that area. Here at TJSHS, Mr Feil has taken on the Wellness role and is trying to get as many people involved as possible. Keep your eye on the Wellness Beat section for Wellness ideas and information.

Financial Awareness Month

This month is financial awareness month. Please take a look at the hints, tips, and suggestions in this section to potentially learn some information.

Websites for this month

Learn about your taxes (CRA)

Let's Talk Careers: Canada's Most Informed Student Competition

Reminder

Taxes are due! The 2022 return needs to by filed on or before April 30th this year. Make sure you do those, send those to your accountants, or do whatever you normally do to make sure you don't miss the deadline.

Shop Class Projects

Check out the amazing things coming out of the shop this semester! We have some very talented students!

Dodgeball Intramural

Starting at the end of the month we will be doing a dodgeball intramural. Students can sign up in teams of 5 or sign up as free agents to compete in the tournament. They will be competing in regular dodgeball (like the movie). If you get hit, you are out. If your teammate catches a ball thrown by the other team, a person who is out gets back in and the person who threw it is out.

The winning team will earn spirit points for their house and will take on 5 staff members!

Good luck!

Subway and Hot Lunch

Subway subs are available for $5.50 every Wednesday. Orders must be placed and paid for before 10:00am on Monday. Order forms are on your child's Powerschool.. Parents can now order for more than one week at a time. Order forms are available through the middle of June

This year, the Elementary has once again invited us to partake in their hot lunch program. Menu items are posted weekly in our weekly news memo. All items are $4.00. We will also accept TES lunch tokens. Hot lunch coupon forms are now available on Power School. They are available to purchase singularly or in groups of 5, 10, 20 and 30.

Parent Council

Our Parent Council meets monthly at the school. All parents of students enrolled at our school are welcome to attend.! Our next meeting will be held on Monday, April 24 at 7:00 pm. We are in need of a parent to step up and take over the position of President!

Bus App

Not sure if your child's bus is running? Download the app! Details on how to do this can be found here:

Yearbooks

2021-2022 yearbooks are available in the Office for $40. These can also be paid for on your child's Powerschool account. You can also preorder the 2022-2023 yearbooks online for $40.

Spirit Wear

We have teamed up with Entripy clothing for our Spirit Wear. They have an amazing selection and prompt service. Delivery is free with all orders over $99. Ordering instructions can be found here. The home page for our Entripy shop is here.