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Off-Campus Education Program Highlight - Green Certificate
Off-Campus Education Program Highlight - Green Certificate
Did you know:
The Green Certificate Program provides students with opportunities to enter a variety of agriculture-related learning pathways as a part of their grades 9-12 school program and to earn up to 16 Grade 12 diploma credits and a credential (level 1 technician) that could lead to a career in agriculture or agribusiness?
If you would like to read some more about Green Certificate, you can find a listing of the areas of specialty and more program information HERE.
If you would like to hear more, we will be having a Green Certificate informational meeting for students in grades 9-11 interested in off-campus agricultural programming. The regional coordinator will be on-site to provide information on the different programs and answer questions on February 15th at 10 am in Room 113. For more information, contact Kim van Steenis at kim.vansteenis@blackgold.ca
Post Secondary Presentation
Post Secondary Presentation
We will be having a virtual post-secondary education information session hosted by Augustana University on February 6 at 10:00 am in Ms. Turner's classroom.
We will also be having a virtual post-secondary education information session hosted by Lakeland College on Feb. 8 at 9 am in Room 113. Grade 12 students who choose to attend can get programming information and ask questions. For more contact Mrs. van Steenis kim.vansteenis@blackgold.ca
What's up, Mrs. H? The Winter Blues
What's up, Mrs. H? The Winter Blues
We have been pretty lucky to be seeing more and more sun lately, but sometimes the winter months can be cold and dark (and let's face it - winter isn't over!).
Have you heard of the winter blues? They are a real thing and different from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). They are a wave of low emotions that come with cold, dark days. Often you might want to sleep long, indulge in comfort food or spend more time on TikTok or watching Netflix than being present with people.
What can you do if you think you have the winter blues?
Let the light in. Get outside during the day. Open the curtains or blinds. Get outside to get even a little sunlight.
Get physical. You don't need to go to the gym. Lap the school. Walk to the mailbox. Take your dog for a walk. Walk to the Rec Complex and back at lunch.
Try to keep a normal sleep schedule. Oversleeping can actually worsen the symptoms. So don't overdo sleeping in!
Give yourself a pat on the back - you're doing great! Some days it just seems impossible to get anything done. Today, focus on just one thing that you can do and celebrate when you complete it!
The Wellness Beat
The Wellness Beat
Over the course of semester two, we will be looking at different areas of wellness throughout the school. February is Random Acts of Kindness month and so we will feature some ideas around that area. Here at TJSHS, Mrs. Hrytsak is our wellness coordinator and Mr. Feil will be stepping up as wellness lead for semester two. Stay tuned for more wellness features and challenges~
Random Acts of Kindness
What is a random act of kindness?
Giving your best self to others without expecting anything in return. You are just being kind to someone without the expectation that they will return the favour one day.
Some examples of an act of random kindness would be..
Bringing a friend or colleague their favourite warm beverage in the morning out of the blue
Pay for the person behind you's coffee in the drive through at Tim Hortons
Shoveling your neighbour's sidewalk
Activities you can try
Colouring pages (younger children)
Bingo Cards (adults)
Bingo Cards (students) - We will be providing these to the students on Monday, February 6
Sharing your story
Please share with us a time where you were shown a random act of kindness by someone. Fill out this form and your story may be shared in the next newsletter.
Staff Versus Students Hockey Game
Staff Versus Students Hockey Game
On February 17 the Staff of TJSHS (and some community members) will be taking on the students in a hockey game at the Rec Complex. Come out and enjoy the game, cheer on the teachers (or the students I guess). and bring the family.
When - Friday, February 17, 2023 @ 12:30 - 2:45
Where - Thorsby Recreation Complex
3 on 3 Basketball Intramural
3 on 3 Basketball Intramural
TJSHS is starting a 3 on 3 Basketball Intramural at lunch for the Junior and Senior High kids. Students just need to sign up with a group of three, come up with a name, and then compete.
Games will be 15 minutes long and will take place during certain lunch hours.
Participation is key! I am hoping that as many students as possible will sign up with a team.
Winning team will win spirit points for their house and will get to play against the 'Dream team' (the staff team).
Sign up on the sign up sheets in the crash area.
Good luck!
Parent Council
Parent Council
Our Parent Counsil 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, February 13 at 7:00 pm.
What's coming up at THS
What's coming up at THS
February 9 and 10: Teachers' Convention--no school
February 20: Family Day--no classes
February 21--PD Day--no classes
Learning Commons
Learning Commons
Mrs. Raugust spends her mornings in the Learning Commons. She is continuously adding to the collection and welcomes suggestions for new books. She is your go-to for textbooks and novels. Come on in whenever you'd like, she is even open at lunch.! If you need a book in the afternoon, she will gladly help you out!
The Learning Commons is also open in the afternoon for online classes. It's a nice quiet place to get your work done!
Subway and Hot Lunch
Subway and Hot Lunch
Subway suba 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.. The form for subs on February 8 is up on Power School--deadline February 6
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.
Ski Club
Ski Club
We are so excited to have Ski Club up and running again! We will have 6 ski nights and then finish up the season with an overnight trip to Marmot1 All of the forms are up on Power School. Our next ski night is Monday, February 6.
Grade 9 Immunizations
Grade 9 Immunizations
Please refer to this document for information on Grade 9 Immunizations which will be held on February 15.
Meyer's Driving School
Meyer's Driving School
See the poster for details for Meyer's Driving School
Calling all Youth
Calling all Youth
Check out this exciting opportunity for our youth!
Grad News
Grad News
Check out all of the info you need for Grad 2023 on the website or click this link.
The Grad bottle and battery drive has been extended to February 13.
Bus App
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
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.
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