Sabre News
Friday June 7, 2024
Important Dates to Remember
June 11: ELA 30-1 Part A Diploma
June 11: Grade 9 trip to Camp Warwa
June 12: Social 30-1/30-2 Part A Diploma
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's a busy time of year and today was no exception.
This morning's pancake breakfast went of well this morning and I saw more than a few of you in attendance. It's great to have members of the community in the school and we appreciate the donations we received as well as the help from community members, Darcy and Sharon Powlik, Matt Ruhr, and Kolter Pawlick who grilled and flipped the food.
Thanks too to the staff of the school for doing the shopping, setting everything up yesterday and then coming in at 6:30 again this morning to make sure that the grills were hot and all the food was ready to cook.
It was a real team effort.
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.
Pancake Breakfast
Thanks to all who came to our pancake breakfast today! It was great to see everyone! Thanks so much to everyone who helped behind the scenes to make everything move smoothly. All proceeds benefit our Breakfast Program.
Congratulations Dillon!!
Huge congratulations to Dillon Reynar placed 1st in the 2km race at the Zone 5 Championship. This is against all schools in Parkland / Evergreen / Elk island / St. Albert / Wetaskiwin and Blackgold school divisions. Way to represent Thorsby!
Dual Credit 2024-2025
What are the benefits of Dual Credit?
Earn high school and post secondary credits at the same time.
No tuition! Black Gold pays the tuition for students.
Explore a career path before committing to an entire program.
By earning post-secondary credits, this can ease up on your programming if you pursue that program AND you can utilize that mark to apply to post-secondary!
Who is Black Gold partnered with?
At this time, we are partnered with Olds College, Lethbridge College, Lakeland College, Northern Lakes College, Portage College, Northwestern Polytech and SAIT.
What courses are being offered?
Numerous courses in agriculture, horticulture, natural resources, animal sciences, business, sports management, computer sciences, esthetics, hairstyling, healthcare, social sciences, criminal justice , social work, writing, languages and the ability to earn a significant portion of the certification programs for Early Learning & Childcare, as well as the Educational Assistant Program.
New this year is a significant partnership with Lethbridge and up to seven courses linked to their Criminal Justice program (policing and corrections) and a new course in Cree.
How do I find out more?
See Mrs. Hrytsak or Mr. Gourley for more info! Deadlines to register are June 15 (SAIT), June 26 (Lethbridge, Northern Lakes, Northwestern and Portage) and early September for others.
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
Next Chapter Chronicles: Post-Secondary Spotlight
Centre Stage: Scholarships
Scholarship Value: $2,500
Area of Study: Trades
Awards Available: 4
Award Deadline: Jun 28, 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
Summer School 2024
Summer school registration is now open.
Module based intakes will start on May 22.
Space is limited for courses - so register to avoid disappointment!
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
Parent Council Corner
Click on this link to check out the summer programming from MCHB.
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 12 so orders are due June 10
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..
June 11--Pancakes/Sausage
June 14--Pizza
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
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
Bus App
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
Yearbooks
We still have lots of yearbooks in stock. Please come in and buy one! Also, you can preorder next year's yearbook for $35.00
Bell Schedule
Community Events
2024-ASB-Bursary-poster.pdf