Friday June 14, 2024

Important Dates to Remember

June 17: Math 30-2 Diploma

June 18: Last Day of Classes - Senior High

June 18: ELA 30-1 Part B Diploma

June 19: Last Day of Classes - Junior High

June 19: Social 30-1/30-2 Part B Diploma

June 21: National Indigenous Peoples Day

June 24: Chemistry 30 Diploma

June 26: Science 30 Diploma

Principal's Message

It has certainly been a busy week here at TJSH, including (but not limited to) our surprise evacuation on Wednesday!

When we are in evacuation status, it is imperative that we are able to account for all of our students and staff. As such, if you would like your student to be released from the evacuation site, we can only do so through controlled release.

What is a controlled release?

Controlled release is when we are in an evacuation and a parent or listed guardian arrives to pick up the student. in order to pick up the student, the person picking up must fill out a form and provide government ID before we will release the child. When we are evacuated, phone calls will not suffice as a means of letting a student go, especially when emergency crews are on scene. The controlled release is a function of our division wide emergency system Hour Zero.

Final Exam Schedule

- Please note: there has been a change to Biology 20 as it was conflicting with Chemistry 30.
- For final exams, diplomas and PATs must be written on the assigned days. Alternate dates are not available for these exams.
- If a student is scheduled for an exam they are unable to write, please contact Mrs. Hrytsak at the school or via email (trish.hrytsak@gshare.blackgold.ca) to make alternate arrangements.
- Exams must be written prior to summer vacation
- The form that allows Junior High students to leave after their exam is up on Power School. Students without the form signed are expected in Study Hall for the afternoon

For generations, many Indigenous groups and communities have celebrated their culture and heritage on June 21 or around that time of year because of the significance of the summer solstice as the longest day of the year.

National Aboriginal Day, now National Indigenous Peoples Day, was announced in 1996 by then Governor General of Canada, Roméo LeBlanc, through the Proclamation Declaring June 21 of Each Year as National Aboriginal Day. This was the result of consultations and statements of support for such a day made by various Indigenous groups:

in 1982, the National Indian Brotherhood, now the Assembly of First Nations, called for the creation of National Aboriginal Solidarity Day
in 1995, the Sacred Assembly, a national conference of Indigenous and non-Indigenous people chaired by Elijah Harper, called for a national holiday to celebrate the contributions of Indigenous Peoples
also in 1995, the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples recommended the designation of a National First Peoples Day

On June 21, 2017, the Prime Minister issued a statement announcing the intention to rename this day National Indigenous Peoples Day.

National Indigenous Peoples Day is part of the Celebrate Canada program, which also includes Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day on June 24, Canadian Multiculturalism Day on June 27 and Canada Day on July 1.

The Government of Canada provides funding opportunities for community celebratory events, as well as for commemorations on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

On this day there are no examinations scheduled and TJSHS is open offering educational activities centred around recognising this day.

We have also provided activities online via Google Classroom which can be accessed using the classroom code provided below.

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Cupcakes for Mr. van Horn

Thanks to Miss Holly and Ms Enseleit, the students and staff were treated to yummy cupcakes in appreciation for Mr. van Horn who is leaving us this year.

Congratulations!

Gauss Math Competition Winners, Karra and Liliana!

Grade 9 Trip to Camp Warwa

On Tuesday, June 11, the grade 9 students joined the Warburg students for a fun day at Camp Warwa.

Students participated in ziplining, wall climbing, and canoeing activities as a great way to end the school year!

Silk Screening

Mrs. G's computer students have been having fun with the silk screening machine. Fun Fact: Karl drew his own design!

Yoga Progress

Check out the progress that Mrs. G's class has made this semester in yoga

Foods Class Competition

Seeking Host Families - Fall 2024

- For the third year in a row, students from Colombia will once again be joining the Black Gold family for four weeks in the fall.
- We are currently seeking families of students in grade 6-11 who are willing to host an international student for four weeks.
- Host families will receive a stipend to help cover costs during the student's stay.
- Host families are able to provide the following:
  - a private bedroom that includes a window, bed, dresser, closet, table, lamp, and desk.
  - Access to laundry and bathroom facilities are also required.
  - For high school students, access to a computer with internet access is preferred.
  - Provide three well balanced, nourishing meals and snacks daily.
  - Provide transportation to and from extracurricular activities.
  - Ensure that you carry adequate home insurance coverage (details in the host family package).
  - Judicious and caring parenting, treating the student as a member of the family.
  - Criminal record check and vulnerable sector check for each adult member living in the home, or who may be staying overnight in the home during the student’s stay.

Next Chapter Chronicles: Post-Secondary Spotlight

Centre Stage: Scholarships

Metal Supermarkets Trade School Scholarship

Scholarship Value: $2,500

Area of Study: Trades

Awards Available: 4

Award Deadline: Jun 28, 2024

OYF Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship Value: $1,000

Area of Study: Agriculture

Awards Available: 2

Award Deadline: Jun 30, 2024

Apprenticeship Completion Grant

Scholarship Value: $2,000

Area of Study: Trades

Awards Available: 50

Award Deadline: Jun 30, 2024

Weekly Round Up

Parent Council Corner

Check out the minutes from the last PTA Meeting here

Click on this link to check out the summer programming from MCHB.

Summer Programming

Subway and Hot Lunch

We will 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 June 19 so orders are due June 17. THIS IS THE LAST WEEK FOR SUBS

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..

June 18--Burgers

June 21--Grilled cheese

New Canadian Crisis Helpline - 988

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

- https://988.ca/
- https://www.cbc.ca/news/health/988-hotline-mental-health-canada-1.7043603

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.

Office to Advance Women Apprentices

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.

Work Ex and RAP Programs

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.

Health and Safety in Our School

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

What vaping does to the body

Vaping and Teens GoA

Tobacco and Vaping AHS

Tobacco and Vaping Resources for Teachers AHS

Tip sheet for parents