Weekly Announcements for Barrhead Composite High School

1. Monday - Easter Monday – No School
Tuesday - Lunch at 11:30am – PM ELT
Wednesday – Early Dismissal – Lunch at 11:14am
Thursday - Lunch 12:00pm – AM TAG
Friday - Classes start 9:20AM - Lunch at 12:00
Apr 22-26 is a WEEK A

2. Save the date …
 Apr 22 – Easter Monday – No School
 Apr 24 – Early dismissal – Classes end at 2:19pm
 Apr 29 – School Council Meeting – 7pm in Library
 May 7 – Gr. 9 LA PAT – Part A
 May 14 – Ron Pate Track Meet
 May 20 – Victoria Day – No School
 May 27 – School Council Meeting – 7pm in Library
Apr 22-26 is a WEEK A

3. Monday, Apr 22 No School
Tuesday, Apr 23 Chicken Fingers & Fries
Wednesday, Apr 24 Wings and Potato Skins
Thursday, Apr 25 Pizza
Friday, Apr 26 Butter Garlic Chicken Pasta with
Caesar Salad
Apr 22-26 is a WEEK A

4. Dress Code Reminder
 Every student attending BCHS must dress appropriately and respectfully
for a learning/work environment.
 Students may not wear clothing that displays offensive material such as;
Profanity, Obscene Gestures, Discrimination, Sexual Reference, Anti-social
Values, or Promotion of Alcohol or Drugs.
 It is important for students to be comfortable; however, clothing must
cover the torso appropriately regardless of gender or activity. Transparent
clothing is not acceptable and underwear should not be shown.
 Teachers and administrators are responsible for carrying out this policy at
school. Students may be asked to reverse, cover or change clothing or may
be sent home to change if necessary. Parents may also be notified of
inappropriate dress.
 Parents are responsible for monitoring what their children are wearing to
school, ensuring that it is appropriate and providing alternate clothing
when requested by the school.
Apr 22-26 is a WEEK A

5. This week, students in grade 9-11 will go with their
class to the computer lab to enter course requests on a
computer. We will use these requests to build a master
schedule which will be used for timetabling.
Please listen for an announcement about which day(s)
this will happen. Please bring your Course Request
Worksheet when you go to the computer lab. These
worksheets were handed out and filled in during TAG
last week.
Check the school webpage for a CTS course
information booklet and an electronic copy of the
Course Request Worksheet.
Apr 22-26 is a WEEK A

6. Join Us For A Day Of Silence!
On Friday, April 26th join the BCHS Gay Straight Alliance for a Day of
Silence. This event is to represent the millions of minorities
throughout the world that are victims of bullying and abuse and afraid
to speak up. By taking part in the Day of Silence you are showing your
support for all these people. Participation is optional. There will be a
sign-up sheet in Mrs. Ladan’s office and the main office during the
week.
Apr 22-26 is a WEEK A

7. BYOB
Bring Your Own Banana
Bring Your Own Banana and we’ll provide
the rest of the banana split ingredients for
Free (ice cream, sundae sauce, sprinkles).
Forgot your banana? Pay a $1 and you can
still have an icecream treat
Friday April 26th at lunch
Sponsored by SADD
Apr 22-26 is a WEEK A

8. Sr Gryphons Badminton
We took 26 athletes to the zone tournament last Wednesday
and all 26 played in the semi
Finals.
Congratulations to the entire team for bringing home the zone
banner, and good luck to the 18 athletes who qualified for
provincials May 2-4.
Gold medal winners; headed to provincials.
Maci, Mira and Tristan, Abe and Janelle, Taylor and Jeremy.
Apr 22-26 is a WEEK A

9. Sr Gryphons Badminton (con’t)
Silver medal winners; headed to provincials.
Jordan and Kayleen, Nathan and Tyler, Caleb and Ethan,
Kayla and Charrissa, Lauren, Kansas and Henry.
Bronze medal winners;
Kayden and Dalton, Seth and Matthew.
4th place finishers;
Dana, Rylan, Charly and Kyle.
Apr 22-26 is a WEEK A

10. Grad Pasta Supper
May 15th at Barrhead Composite High
School.
$8 per person or $25 for a family of four.
Your choice of pasta, caesar salad
and dessert!
Apr 22-26 is a WEEK A

11. BCHS has
two spots
reserved for
GETT.
If you are
interested in
going,
contact
Mr. Sribney.
Apr 22-26 is a WEEK A

12. Jr. High
Announcements

13. JR HIGH STUDENTS:
NEED SOME HELP WITH MATH?
• Extra help will be provided on
TUESDAYS and THURSDAYS from 3:30
– 4:30pm
• Rm 13
• All junior high students welcome
Apr 22-26 is a WEEK A

14. Course offered by EZ Nursing
In cooperation with FCSS FSL program
Stay Safe Course
A Red Cross course: great for those who stay home alone
Age of participation: 9+
Course Cost: $ 70.00 +GST ($73.50)
Date: Saturday June 15, 2019 – register by Mon., June 10
Time: 9am – 5pm
Location: Parent Link at FCSS 5115 45St. Barrhead
For more info
Phone: 780.674.3341 or
Email: fcssfsl@gmail.com
Information pamphlet with
Registration form available in the
school office or from Mrs. Gammel
Apr 22-26 is a WEEK A

15. Sr. High
Announcements

16. High School Track and
Field
There will be a high school track and field
meeting on Wednesday, April 24th. If you
are interested in participating in Track and
Field please attend this meeting.
If you have any further questions please see
Mr. Becker
Apr 22-26 is a WEEK A

17. Grade 12
Meeting in
the Library
at 11:15
Tuesday!
Don’t be late!
Apr 22-26 is a WEEK A

18. Grad Hoodies
Thursday April 25th
Get your order form and sizes
for your grad hoodie
in the foyer at lunch!
Apr 22-26 is a WEEK A

19. Spring Natural
Sciences Camp!!!
When: May 15 (after school) through 19
Where: Black Cat Ranch (near Brule)
What: In three and a half days get 5
credits in the picturesque Rocky
Mountains!
Cost $200 before we leave BUT $50
refund upon completion of all 5 credits.
Find Mrs.
McGinn, or Mr.
Raju for more
details!
Forms are also
available from
the office.
Apr 22-26 is a WEEK A

20. May Madness - 3 x 3 Basketball
Starting Friday, May 3rd - five
Fridays in May
After school until 4:30 p.m.
Meet in the West Gym
Come out and shoot some hoops!
Apr 22-26 is a WEEK A

21. Off-Campus Education
Mid-term evaluations were due last Thursday.
Reminder to grade 12 students in off-campus
programs – you are not able to pick up your
graduation package in June if you are missing any
required documents. Do not leave it until then to have
your paperwork completed.
Apr 22-26 is a WEEK A

22. Woodlands County is excited to sponsor one (1) youth
resident to attend the Youth Leadership Program at the
Goldeye Centre this summer (incl. transportation)
presented by ACCA.
ACCA’s Co-operative Youth Leadership Program
provides an opportunity for youth to develop their
leadership and teamwork skills. It gives youth
independence and confidence in their abilities while
creating lasting friendships.
Visit acca.coop/youth to find out more about the
conference.
If you live in Woodlands County and would like to apply
to be sponsored, see Ms Wegner for more information.
Apr 22-26 is a WEEK A

23. If you are MacEwan bound in September would like
to speak with a recruiter for any last minute advice
…
or
If you are in grade 11 and want to find out more
about MacEwan now because you want to apply in
the fall …
Apr 22-26 is a WEEK A

24. Program Updates
New – Fine Arts certificate allows students to move to other
post-secondary institutes to pursue a Bachelor of Fine Arts.
Aboriginal Teacher Education program – in a partnership with the U of
A, it is available to Indigenous and non-Indigenous students
who wish to earn a Bachelor of Education with a strong focus
on Indigenous culture.
Community Social Work – this is a two-year diploma program
offering full- or part-time options at Lac La Biche campus. It
includes a practicum and there are transfer agreements in
place with the U of C, Athabasca and MacEwan.
University Transfer – there are number of courses available in
Education, Anthropology, Psychology, Sociology, English and
Statistics.
Apr 22-26 is a WEEK A

25. CURRENT GRADE 12’S
CONSIDERING YOUR PLANS FOR NEXT YEAR?
COMPLETE COLLEGE COURSES AT YOUR HIGH SCHOOL
INDIVIDUAL COURSE OR ENTIRE CERTIFICATE COURSES
(NOT LIMITED TO, BUT INCLUDING):
Apr 22-26 is a WEEK A

26. INTERESTED STUDENTS
SHOULD CONTACT:
MS. WEGNER, MRS.
WALLACE OR ANY OF THE
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS.
*THIS OFFER MAY ALSO BE
AVAILABLE TO STUDENTS
GOING INTO GRADE 12 OR 11.
**STAY TUNED FOR MORE
INFORMATION REGARDING
DUAL CREDIT
OPPORTUNITIES
Apr 22-26 is a WEEK A