Weekly Announcements for Barrhead Composite High School

1. Monday - No School
- in lieu of Remembrance Day
Tuesday - Lunch at 11:30am – PM ELT – 7-9 COI
Wednesday - Lunch 12:00pm – AM TAG – 7-9 TAG/ELT
Thursday - Lunch 12:00pm – AM ELT – 7-9 COI
Friday - Classes start 9:20AM - Lunch at 12:00
Nov 12-16 is a WEEK A

2. Save the date …
 Nov 12 – No School Day in lieu of Remembrance Day
 Nov 23 – PD Day – No School for Students
 Nov 26 – Barrhead CARES Round Table Discussion
 Nov 26 – School Council Meeting – 7pm in Library
 Nov 28 – Early dismissal – Classes end at 2:19pm
 Dec 11 – Band Christmas Concert
 Dec 21 – Last Day before Christmas Break
Nov 12-16 is a WEEK A

3. Monday, Nov 12 No School
Tuesday, Nov 13 Chicken Burger & Fries
Wednesday, Nov 14 Waffle Day
Thursday, Nov 15 Pizza
Friday, Nov 16 Fettuccini Alfredo & Caesar Salad
Nov 12-16 is a WEEK A

4. Congratulations
Mr. Becker
on getting the
ASAA 2018 Zone Award
of Merit
in recognition of your
contribution to high
school athletics in
Alberta and to our zone.
Nov 12-16 is a WEEK A

5. Nov 12-16 is a WEEK A

6. November is Stollery Month @BCHS
Nov 12-16 is a WEEK A

7. Stollery Month @ BCHS
Ice Cream for sale @ Lunch at the end of every week!
Friday Nov 9 - Wake-a-thon information session in drama theatre at lunch.
Friday Nov 16- Ice Cream Sale continued in main entrance foyer @ Lunch
Thurs Nov 22 - Payback your Teach @ Lunch - Wax a staff member’s leg ($5)
Friday Nov 30 - Hot dogs & Ice cream for Sale @ Lunch
Friday Nov 30 (4PM) to Saturday Dec 1 (8AM) -Staying Up For Stollery
Mon Dec 3 - Wrap Up and Thank You @ ELT/TAG.
Nov 12-16 is a WEEK A

8. Staying up for Stollery
Friday Nov 30 to Saturday Dec 1 (8AM)
- All students must have completed and signed pledge forms in by
the morning of this day. See Mr. Smith or Mr. Dewar for details if
you missed our information session.
- Pledge and Information forms are available in main office.
- If you have any questions, speak to Mr. Smith or Mr. Dewar
All pledges are due by the morning of
Friday Nov 30 at the latest.
Nov 12-16 is a WEEK A

9. Purdy’s Chocolate Fundraiser
All BCHS students will be able to sell Purdy’s Chocolates to raise funds for Leadership.
Orders need to be in by November 23rd, 2018 to Mrs. Carr
Chocolates will be available December 13th, 2018, but must be
picked up before Christmas Break.
Please see Mrs. Carr for more information and catalogues!
Funds raisedgo to supportstudent activitiesat BCHS.
https://fundraising.purdys.com/11201-55256
Prizesfor the top3 sellers!
Nov 12-16 is a WEEK A

10. Barrhead FCSS YOUTH!
November &
December
2018 for
YOUTH!
What’s Up?!!
With Tawny on
Tuesday
November 13th
& December
18th
REMOTE CONTROL CARS | conversation cafe
Foosball & ping pong | MOVIE NIGHTS
MOBILE
PLANETARIUM: an
out-of-this-world
experience!
November 17th
Volunteer Seniors Project!
(Looks great on your resume!)
November 15th & 29th
Zoology: November 22nd
Who will our furry friend be
this month?!
Fort Assiniboine Youth is
on the 1st & 3rd Wednesday
of every month @ the
Community Centre
Youth is every Tuesday &
Thursday in the Charles
Godberson Rotary Room
from 3:30pm until 7:30pm
Ages 11 – 17 are welcome!
Nov 12-16 is a WEEK A

11. Rules on Vapes and E-cigarettes
E-cigarettes or vapes could contain illicit drugs and as
such, any e-cigarette or vape found on school property
will be considered drug paraphernalia. Students who
bring such items to school will be subject to consequences
under the school board's "Unauthorized/Illegal/Stolen
Substances/Items" policy (AP 50-12).
Nov 12-16 is a WEEK A

12. The Ripple Connection Support Centre
IS
Looking for a Youth to become a Board Member.
Ripple Connection is a non-profit drop in centre for families
and individuals living with a mental illness.
We provide caregivers and persons living with mental
illness support by promoting life-management skills,
education, and social networking.
To apply for the position of Youth Board Member, or for
more information call:
Tracy Whitten, Executive Director 780 674 5548, or drop
by 5130B 50 Street
Nov 12-16 is a WEEK A

13. Jr. High
Announcements

14. Sr Jags Basketball
Tryouts
November 19th (Monday) and 21st (Wednesday)
Any questions contact Mr. Erickson or Mr. Warehime
Nov 12-16 is a WEEK A

15. Jr High Students:
Need some help with Math?
• Get some extra math help on
Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:30
– 4:30pm
• Rm 13
• All junior high students welcome
Nov 12-16 is a WEEK A

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18. Sr. High
Announcements

19. Book Club Meeting
Meet today at lunch in Mrs. Raymond’s
room at noon. Bring your lunch.
Book Club, Anyone?
Nov 12-16 is a WEEK A

20. The North Student
Parking Lot
(Back Parking Lot)
Will be closed on
Tuesday
(Sorry for any
inconvenience)
Nov 12-16 is a WEEK A

21. BCHS JR JAGS 7/8
-HELP WANTED
ANY HIGH SCHOOL FEMALE STUDENTS
INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING TO HELP
COACH THE 7/8 GIRLS BASKETBALL
TEAM, PLEASE SEE MRS. BONDARCHUK
IN ROOM 47 THIS WEEK
Nov 12-16 is a WEEK A

22. No drop in basketball this Friday
due to volleyball zones.
Tryouts will start the following
week. Sr/JV November 20 and 21,
3:30 - 5:15pm
Nov 12-16 is a WEEK A

23. Nov 12-16 is a WEEK A

24. GREEN CERTIFICATE
SCHOLARSHIP
Alberta Agriculture and Forestry in cooperation with Alberta Advanced Education
is pleased to announce the formation of two scholarships available for students
entering their second year of post-secondary education in either a degree or
diploma related agriculture program of study.
There will be two scholarships available in the degree program of study with a
value of $1,500.00 each in the Alberta Excellence in Agriculture Scholarship.
As well, there will be two scholarships available in the diploma program of study
with a value of $1,500.00 each in the Alberta Excellence in Agriculture
Scholarship,
Selection criteria will be based first on graduates of the Green Certificate Program
then on academic achievement during their first year.
Nov 12-16 is a WEEK A

25. HIGH SCHOOLTAG
TAG for high school students is
Wednesday, November 14, during ELT.
Grade 12s, if you have, please bring
your personal device (phone) to TAG.
You are completing an online survey.
Nov 12-16 is a WEEK A

26.  New Program: Kinesiology Diploma
English 30-1 required and all graduates are eligible for
University Transfer
 Nursing deadline for application is February 28
 This school is the only authorized training center is Canada
for Harley-Davidson® motorcycle technicians.
 This is the only post-secondary institution in Canada to
offer the globally recognized Heavy Equipment Service
diploma program. They have a unique partnership with
Caterpillar and Finning.
Nov 12-16 is a WEEK A

27.  ACAD has acquired university status, new name and branding
coming soon
 Applicants must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, with
an average of at least 60% calculated on four grade 12 subjects,
including English 30-1 (60%) or English 30-2 (65%)
 Portfolio + Personal Statement Guidelines:
Select 12 – 15 samples of artwork, including representational
drawing examples, observational drawings of figure, landscape or still
life. The statement of intent should be approximately 500 words. This
is where the applicant describes themselves, including background,
inspiration and goals.
Nov 12-16 is a WEEK A

28. Certificate – Artstream
This program is a collaborative program between Alberta College of
Art + Design and Blow Valley College. It is designed to provide a
bridge to an art and design education for applicants who do not
meet ACAD’s academic and/or English proficiency requirements for
First Year Undergraduate Studies, but who demonstrate satisfactory
levels of art portfolio achievement.
Application deadline for ACAD is February 1 with Portfolio +
Documents due February 15.
Nov 12-16 is a WEEK A

29. Northern Lakes College is committed to innovative training
and a diverse range of partnerships that include small
businesses, corporations, band and settlement offices,
community groups, municipalities, and government
agencies across more than one-quarter of the Province of
Alberta. Their faculty and staff take pride in delivering
relevant, high quality learning opportunities. Distance
learning technology remains a key delivery tool, helping
them to reach students throughout the region and beyond.
Small class sizes, professional instructors and affordable
tuition continue to be important ingredients to their
success.
Nov 12-16 is a WEEK A

30. Program Offerings:
Business Administration Studies
Health Careers
Human Services Careers
Trade & Resource Technology
University Studies
Many courses within the programs can be completed online. For
more information visit:
www.northernlakescollege.ca
Nov 12-16 is a WEEK A

31. OFF-CAMPUS
 October time sheets are past due. Some students still need
to hand in September hours.
 RAP students, check your hours. If you have more than
125 since your last evaluation, time for another one.
Check in with Ms Wegner if you are not sure, or if you
need new evaluation forms.
Nov 12-16 is a WEEK A

32. UPCOMING RECRUITER
EVENTS
Augustana Campus of the UAB is here November 20 from 12:30
– 2:30.
MacEwan University is here November 26 from 12:30 – 2:30.
There will be a general information session in the library
during ELT.
If you would like to set up a time for a private meeting before or
after ELT, see Ms Wegner. She can contact the recruiter to
ensure the person has the information you require.
Nov 12-16 is a WEEK A

33. OPEN HOUSE DATES
Prairie College November 23 and spring
Alberta College of Art & Design November 24
Grande Prairie Regional College May 9 or call
Northern Lakes College By appointment
Keyano College TBD or call
Nov 12-16 is a WEEK A