Friday April 5
April 9: Career Fair at Leduc Composite High School (Grades 10-12)
April 10 & 11: Option Carousel for Grades 7-9
April 16: Junior High Option Selections Due (current grade 7 & 8 students)
April 18: Grade 8 Field Trip to Reynolds Museum
April 19: Professional Learning Day (No Classes)
May 3: School Track Meet
May 8: Skills Canada Field Trip
CAREER FAIR!!!
Our grade 11 and 12 students are off to the career fair hosted by Leduc Composite High School on April 9th. This experience is a part of the school regular school day and bussing is provided. The form can be found on the Parent portal.
Have you see any of these guys?
When we came back from Easter 200 of these little guys were hiding around the school, and the hunt was on to be the house with the most ducks returned.
If you see any please call the school. There are still 40 on the loose!
The Sherwood Park Elks have numerous dates over the coming months whereby grads can access free gowns and suits.
Do you have a dress or suit collecting dust that you don't know what to do with? They also take donations on the days of these events!
Grocery Shopping on a Budget - there's an app for that!
Flipp loads all local flyers (up tp 2000 stores!) to its platform.
Select your most commonly shopped for groceries to watch for sales.
Search by brands or items.
Build weekly lists to ensure you are getting the best price possible (it helps to know who prices matches!).
Add coupons within the app
Add loyalty cards within the app.
This year TJSHS is partnered with PC Financial for the Power Full Kids program. They are our major sponsor of our breakfast and lunch programs that we run here at the school. In order to support their mission, we will feature nutrition and cooking tips throughout this semester.
Next Chapter Chronicles: Post-Secondary Spotlight
Free event, but pre-registration is required (follow this link)
Connect in person with US college representatives.
Explore US college options!
Listen and learn from guest speakers.
Understand all aspects of the US admissions process, from selection, application, financing and student athlete considerations!
Who will be there? Stevenson University, Clarkson University, Saint Louis University, Husson University, Florida International University, Marquette University, Clark Atlanta University, SUNY Genesee Community College, Bucknell University, Illinois Wesleyan University, Alma College, Saginaw Valley State University, Montana State University - Northern, Cottey College, Slippery Rock University, Bowling Green State University, Saint Martin's University, Columbia University Pre-College Programs, San Jose State University, Rogers State University, D'Youville University, Finger Lakes Community College, Milwaukee School of Engineering, Kennesaw State University, Western New England University, Buffalo State University, University of Michigan, Marian University, Whittier College, Western Kentucky University, Peninsula College, University of South Florida, Upper Iowa University, Niagara University, Central Penn College, AND MORE!!!
Scholarship Value: $1,000
Area of Study: Any
Awards Available: 1
Award Deadline: April 15, 2024
Scholarship Value: $3,000
Area of Study: Any
Awards Available: 10
Award Deadline: Apr 26, 2024
Scholarship Value: $2,500
Area of Study: Agriculture
Awards Available: 7
Award Deadline: Apr 30, 2024
Scholarship Value: $1,500
Area of Study: Any - must be a ringette player entering university
Awards Available: 2
Award Deadline: Apr 30, 2024
Scholarship Value: $500
Area of Study: Any
Award Deadline: May 1, 2024
Scholarship Value: $3,750
Area of Study: Various
Awards Available: 16
Award Deadline: May 3, 2024
Scholarship Value: $1,000
Area of Study: Agriculture
Awards Available: 2
Award Deadline: Jun 30, 2024
Scholarship Value: $2,000
Area of Study: Trades
Awards Available: 50
Award Deadline: Jun 30, 2024
Follow this link for detailed information
Deadline April 15, 2024
Two $1000.00 scholarships awarded each year
Open to residents of Leduc County
Must have a Grade 12 Diploma and be entering one of the following:
An Apprenticeship program
A Trades program
A post- secondary institution, college or university program.
Summer School 2024
Summer school registration will open April 27, 2024 at 9am.
Students are eligible to take one core course in summer school.
Registration occurs through the Parent Portal of Power School.
Classes are offered in two formats: Classroom Based and Modular Based (independent work). Both have a $25 non-refundable program fee.
For Classroom Based, the courses will run Monday through Friday, July 2- July 26, 2024 at Leduc Composite High School from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (Note: PE 10 will start on July 1, 2024)
As these courses are condensed, students are expected to attend all 80 hours of in-class instruction. They should also expect to complete one to two hours of homework each afternoon in order to keep up with the pace of instruction.
For additional information and courses offered, please visit the Black Gold Summer School Website
Weekly Round Up
Check out the minutes from the last PTA Meeting here
We wil once again be offering Subway subs on Wednesdays this year. Orders and money are due on the Monday prior at 10:00 am. Subs are $5.50 and can be purchased at the Office or online.. Our next Sub order will be on April 10 so orders are due April 8
SUB ORDER FORMS ARE UP ON POWER SCHOOL. SUBS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE UNTIL JUNE 19
We are fortunate to be able to participate in the Hot Lunch program with the Elementary School. Individual entres are $4. Students can also purchase groups of Hot Lunch tickets online..
April 9--Pizza pops and jello
April 12--Mr. Noodles and cookies
April 16--Pancakes and sausage
April 18--Pizza
There is a new nation wide suicide crisis helpline that went live Thursday, November 30. You can call or text 24/7/365. Not only is this a great resource for anyone who is having thoughts of suicide, but it is also there for anyone who is concerned about anyone else.
As the holiday season ramps up, we recognize it is not an easy time for everyone. Please reach out if you or a loved one needs support.
More information Below
Free Counselling for Residents of Leduc County
Eligibility:
Residents must meet two criteria to be eligible for this subsidy:
1) Gross family household income less than $75,000
2) No access to employee insurance benefits.
Sessions & Rates:
3 individual sessions per person OR
6 couple sessions OR
9 family sessions OR
7 group sessions per person.
Call 780-955-6421 for more information.
43 kids and 6 supervisors traveled to Jasper on March 21 and 22 for the annnual Ski Trip. Lots of fun was had by all!
Edmonton will be getting an office soon!
This initiative, funded by the Government of Canada, if an innovative approach to enhance the success of women in trades. The phone number is accessible both to call and text!
If you are a young woman interested in the trades, check them out.
If you are interested in the RAP or Work Ex Program, come see Miss Powlik. She has all of the paperwork and can answer any questions you might have.
Vaping is of particular concern, not only at our school but in schools across the world. Our hope is that together with parents and other stakeholders we can increase knowledge of the effects of vaping and, by doing so, reduce their consumption
I have included links to several resources below as well as a link to our statement of fair notice regarding the consequences for failing to adhere to the rules related to illegal substances I have outlined above.
Fair Notice on Vaping For Thorsby Junior Senior High School
Gov't of Canada: Consequences of Vaping
What we do and don't know about vaping
Not sure if your child's bus is running? Download the app! Details on how to do this can be found here: Bus Status 4
Our Travel Club has started 2 fundraisers. The first one is Growing Smiles. These plants are always very healthy and long lasting. Check out the link here. Growing Smiles The deadline for these orders is Tuesday, April 16 at noon
The second one is for VIP Foods. Be ready for BBQ and camping season! Check out the order forms here. The deadline for these orders is Wednesday, April 17 at noon.
2022-2023 are here!! If you ordered one, come down and get your copy. If you'd like a copy, they are $40 and are available in the Office.. You can also purchase them on your Power school account
Community Events
Check out this great event happening in April!
ca.apm.activecommunities.com/thorsbyrecreation/Activity_Search/503
Click on this link to check out the Board Highlights for February