the newsletter

November 2013
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
H. E. Bourgoin Middle School
4313-39 Street
Bonnyville, AB T9N 2R1
Thu
Fri
Sat
1 Day 2
3
4 Day 3
5 Day 4
6 Day 5
Photo Retakes
9:00-11:00 a.m.
7 Day 1
Volleyball Wards
Remembrance Day
Service 12:30-1:30 p.m.
2
11
Remembrance
Day
12 Day 2
13 Day 3
14 Day 4
15 Day 5
17
18 Day 1
19 Day 2
20 Day 3
21 Day 4
Parent/Teacher
interviews 5-8 pm
Book Fair 9-4, 5-8
22
23
Interview Day,
No School for
Students
28 Day 3
29 Day 4
24
25 Day 5
School Council
Meeting 7:00 p.m.
Book Fair 9-4
26 Day 1
Term I Awards
Ceremony
12:30 p.m.
Parent/Teacher
Interviews 5-8 pm
Book Fair 9-4, 5-8
27 Day 2
Skills Canada
Presentation 7/8
December 2013
Sun
1
8
15
22
29
Mon
2 Day 5
9 Day 4
16 Day 4
23 Day 3
30
Tue
3 Day 1
10 Day 5
Science In Motion
17 Day 5
24 Day 4
31
Wed
4 Day 2
11 Day 1
Science in Motion
18 Day 1
25 Day 5
16
Volleyball
Districts
30
H. E. Bourgoin Middle School
4313-39 Street
Bonnyville, AB T9N 2R1
Thu
5 Day 3
12 Day 2
Science in Motion
19 Day 2
Last Day Term 1B
Exploratories
CHRISTMAS CONCERT
7-8 p.m.
26 Day 1
H.E. Bourgoin Middle School
Fri
Sat
6
7
Family Friday
13 Day 3
20 Day 3
SFL SKATING @ C2
5/6 9:00-11:30 a.m.
7/8 12:30-2:30 p.m.
Grade 5 Community
Christmas Caroling
27 Day 2
14
21
Christmas
Break
28
Phone: 780-826-3323
Fax: 780-826-2464
E-mail: [email protected]
Volume 2
November, 2013
Coming Soon:
8
9
Family Friday
10
Book Fair 9-4
Term 1 Progress Report
News from the
‘BEARS’ DEN
4313-39th Street
Bonnyville, AB T9N 2R1
Wednesday Oct. 24 was “WE DAY!” Ten students from grade 7/8 who are all a
part of the C.H.A.N.G.E. committee, along with Mrs. Worthman, Ms. Brosseau and
other Northern Lights students and staff went to Calgary. More than 16,000
students filled the Saddledome. “We Day” is an educational event aimed at
motivating young people to volunteer and make a difference in their community.
In this inspirational setting, students learned about many local and global issues.
Celebrities like Magic Johnson, Nelly Furtado, Shawn Desman, Kardinal Offishall,
Karl Wolf, Amanda Lindhout, Craig & Marc Kielburger, Kenyas Boys Choir, were just
a few of the inspirational speakers.
With the close of our CCRP magazine fundraiser, we are happy to report over
$3,000 raised! This will go towards our library as well as presentations, guest
speakers, and many other unique opportunities for our students.
The grade 8 Halloween fun day went well Thursday, Oct. 31. Students enjoyed a
costume parade, haunted house and numerous games and activities all planned
and implemented by our grade 8 students. This is a great community service
project for our grade 8 student that our whole school looks forward to.
Friday Nov. 1 was the wrap-up for “Chrome your Dome” cancer
awareness and fundraising event. Our school raised over $3,500 and two
students shaved their heads along with three staff members in support of
the cause. Thank you to five high school students who helped in our
fundraising efforts, raising over $1000.00 in a bake sale, candy guessing
contest, and auction.
For three days in October, our students who were enrolled in our French Language
and Culture Academic Option and students who identified themselves as Métis had
the opportunity to participate in three days of French and Métis language and
cultural activities. Our school applied for a grant through The Alberta Foundation
for the Arts and we were successful, receiving $5000.00 to bring Les Bûcherons
(from Sherwood Park) to H.E. Bourgoin to have students participate in cultural
activities.
Students had the opportunity to learn the Métis Red River Jig, Line Dance, Round
Dance, and Square Dance, play wooden spoons, dancing men and the Métis native
Flute, learn about the Métis Medicine Wheel and listen to traditional storytelling
and sing traditional songs. The week also included all of our students participating
in Cabane a Sucre (candy on a stick) and a final presentation with our French and
Métis students showcasing their learning over the three days.
Winter
Clothing Drive
More information to follow
soon...stay warm.
SCHOOL COUNCIL
MEETING
Monday, Nov. 25th
7:00 p.m.
All parents/guardians are
encouraged to attend.
Meeting Dates are:
Jan. 13, Feb. 10, Mar. 10,
Apr. 14, May 12.
Please be aware of the
NO PARKING
zones in front of the
school. You may be
ticketed! They are in
effect 8-9 a.m. and
3-4 p.m.
* The North parking lot is
available for your convenience!
www.edc.gov.ab.ca
Click on “students”
Or
Click on “homework
help”
Or
Click on the right hand box
titled ‘Learn Alberta’
User name: LA41
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Transportation
Office
Phone:
780-826-6038
Fax:
780-812-2025
Toll Free:1-877-826-6038
Address: 5006-50th Avenue
Bonnyville
H. E. B.
is a
PEANUT
SAFE
&
FISH SAFE
Learning
Environment
Parents,
for taking the time to
call us when your child
will be absent from
school,
STUDENT ATTENDANCE:
The Alberta School Act (sections 13 and 14) states that, “every child must be in
attendance at school and maintain an acceptable pattern of attendance.”
Northern Lights School Division No. 69, Procedure 330 regarding the expectations of student
who are registered in their schools is available on their website.
H. E. Bourgoin Middle School Philosophy: Staff members at H. E. Bourgoin Middle School
require that students attend school every day in order for the students to achieve at their
potential. Because student attendance is a priority, the staff carefully monitors attendance
and holds students and parents accountable for good attendance.
Absences: Parents/guardians or parent representatives are asked to phone the school
office between 8:30 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. to inform the school that their child will be late or
absent for all or part of the day. If this information is not received by 9:00 a.m., the
student’s absence will be recorded as an unexcused absence. In the event of an unexcused
absence, an effort will be made to contact the parent/guardian or parent representative.
The homeroom teacher will make the first contact and if unsuccessful, then by office staff.
A student’s absence shall be considered excused for the following reasons: Personal
Illness; Serious illness in the family; Quarantine under the direction of a country or town
health officer; Medical, dental, optometrist, or chiropractic appointments (when they cannot
be arranged prior to the start of the school day or after school hours); Attendance at funeral
services; Appearance in court; Attendance at weddings; Observation of a holiday or
ceremony of his/her religion.
Note: When a group of students is on a field trip, classes will be held for the remainder of the
students who are in school. Small classes are an excellent opportunity for review and enrichment learning activities. Students are expected to attend classes as per their daily schedule.
Please see our parent/student handbook, in your child’s agenda or on our website under
downloads for our complete policy and procedures regarding attendance.
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Hello Everyone! It is such an Honor to be here at H.E.Bourgoin School.
I would just like to let everyone know about the Student Advocacy
Counselling Program. As a Counselor ,I can help students to understand
and cope with social, emotional, and personal challenges. I listen to students and work with
them to find a solution that works for them. I also teach problem solving skills such as making
good decisions, standing up for yourself, managing stress, talking to your parents, relationships,
friendships and dealing with anger and other difficult moods - and it is all confidential! Have
questions and would like to talk, stop in and see me.
Mrs. Turchyn, Student Advocacy Counselor
LOST AND
FOUND
Please check our lost
and found bin for
your child’s clothing.
Items are
really piling
up!
Like us on Facebook! Visit our webpage,
hebschool.ca. Receive this newsletter by email!
Just email your request to [email protected]
Stay up to date, check out upcoming
events and newsworthy items all from
your computer!
Any students taking the bus must have proper footwear and jacket.
ART EXHIBIT IN THE LIBRARY
REMEMBRANCE DAY SERVICE
“Out of Bounds: The Art of Lynn Malin”
has arrived! It will be ready for viewing
in the library starting Tuesday, Nov. 5th
Thursday, Nov. 7 at 12:30 p.m.
Please join us as we remember our veterans
and show our respect.
POINSETTIA GRADE 6 FUNDRAISER
Support the grade 6 classes by ordering poinsettia plants for the holiday season. Selling for
$13 each, the beautiful plants are 14 - 16 inches high and are available in pink, red and
white. Order forms are available at the front desk. Submit your order to any grade 6
teacher or online at http://hebourgoin.plants4nonprofit.com by Friday, Nov. 15. Please
make cheques payable to H.E. Bourgoin School. Thank you for your generosity!
SCHOLOASTIC BOOK FAIR
Helpers welcomed! Monday Nov. 18 through Thursday Nov. 21 from 9-4 as well as during
parent teacher interviews. Come check out what is new!
$1.50
$1.50
Fruits & Vegetables
Fruitsations
$0.75
Fruit Cup
$1.00
Fruit Snacks
$0.75
Fruit 2 Go
$0.75
Fruit Freezie
$1.00
Grain Products
Granola Bars
$1.00
Dairy
Frozen Smoothie Pops
Milk
$2.00
$1.00
Meat & Alternatives
& Mixed Dishes
Sandwiches
Philly Cheese Steak
$2.00
Half Sub (3 varieties)
$2.00
Cheeseburger Sliders
$2.00
HOT
LUNCH
PROGRAM
This year all hot lunches
are preordered for
a 2 week period
and delivered
to your child’s classroom!
All for $5 per day.
St. John Ambulance Standard First Aid
(with Level “A” CPR)
Saturday, Nov. 9 & Sunday Nov. 10, 9am - 5pm.
Call the Bonnyville Community Learning Council (780)826-2150 to register.
Attention Farmers
Cost fee of $25/person will be returned to you upon course completion, provided you are a
farmer, volunteer or not-for-profit organization. Letter of proof is required from the organization you volunteer for. Others are welcome to take the course at the regular fee of $150 nonrefundable.
Call today: (780) 826-2150
PARENT TEACHER INTERVIEWS
Wednesday Nov. 20 and Thursday Nov. 21 from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. is Parent Teacher
interviews. The office will start booking appointments on Tuesday, Nov. 12.
Beverages
Bottled Water
Bottled Juice
Get Paid to Skate! Many local opportunities available.
Visit www.hockeyalberta.ca and check out the Officials Tab.
Subway
Mini ham sub with soup
Lakeland Grill
Chili & whole wheat bun
Lakeland Grill
Grilled chicken &
veggie wrap
Burger Baron
Caesar salad & whole
wheat garlic toast
Thursday Friday
EXAM BANK
Counselor’s Corner
Concession
Wed.
Visit our website
http://hebschool.ca
Go under downloads
on our website to view
NO LARGE ITEMS ON BUS
- refer to guidelines if not sure on website.
- no hockey bags/sticks/sleds/toboggans,
etc.
- skates should have guards on and in
secure, rip proof bag.
Mon. Tues.
[email protected]
INCLEMENT WEATHER
- check the website above for updates.
- have a PLAN “B” for your child if the bus
does not run. (Where do they go/can they
get back in house/who do they call?)
- dress for the weather
Please dress appropriately for the cold weather!
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the Bear’s Den” get
lost on its way home?
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Lakeland Grill
Lasagna and veggie
sticks