January/February 2019

Administration:Principal-J. Schmidt Vice Principal-Scott Galloway Vice Principal-Caroline Hilland985 Windbreak Street, Kamloops, BC V2B 5P5 Phone: 250 376-1232 Fax: 250 377-2263 Website:

http://brockmiddle.sd73.bc.caAbsence phone line 250-434-9460

IMPORTANT DATES

Jan 7 School re-opens Jan 24 Winter Activity Day Feb 8 Non-instructional Day Feb 11 Report Card Distribution Feb 18 Statutory Holiday

SCHOOL BELL SCHEDULE Block 1 8:30-9:55 am Break 9:55-10:10 am Block 2 10:15-11:30 am Lunch 11:30-12:20 pm Block 3 12:25-1:40 pm Block 4 1:46-3:00 pm

PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE

January and February are busy times for middle schools, it signals the beginning of planning for the next school year. Kindergarten registration begins (see attachmenent) and our own students will soon be selecting courses for next year (mid February). Next year will see a bit of change in some of the course offerings for students. The new curriculum has a Career course that students at Brock will take as a course, this year it was taught through short lessons in all classes. Grade 7 students will now take a Career 7/8 course (completing both courses in grade 7) for half of the school year. Grade 9 students will have Career 9 as a mandatory elective, also for half of the year. The course planning sheets that students bring home will show how this works. This month students enjoyed the activity day that was held on Jan. 24th. We had a number of students travel to Harper Mountain, Canada Games Pool, and the Brock Arena. Students that did not select an activity had the option to come to school

that day for a rotation of activities that included paper roller coaster construction, spaghetti tower building, breakout edu, and wacky Olympics in the gym. Brock Middle will be holding a second activity day in June and hopes that all students take part in the fun. Thank you to the parents that helped chaperone that day, and to Ms. A. Shannik and Ms. V. Shannik for all their efforts in creating this great day. Our PBiS focus is still going well. Students earned 9 extra minutes of break time for Jan 28 (15 minutes instead of 6), it was a well-deserved reward. We will continue to teach expectations work with students in creating a great school. J. SchmidtPrincipal

THANK YOU

Thank you for your donations to the Brock Middle School food drive in December. With your donations, we were able to create 12 generous hampers for Brock families. Thank you to the Leadership class for organizing this event.

PAC MEETING

All parents are welcome to attend the committee meetings to approve/decline funding requests. Parent Advisory Council meetings are scheduled for the third Wednesday of each month, from 7 pm to 8 pm. Next meeting February 20, 2019 Executive: Tibor Balogh, Natalie Benoit, Sheri Lakusta, and Sabrina Spijksma.

Funding approved at January meeting: the four bursaries funded by Brock PAC , that areavailable to Brock students that graduate at NKSS, were increased from $500 each to $750 each. $800 was paid toward two new stoves for Foods department.

SCHOOL AND ACADEMY FEES This is a gentle reminder that we are always accepting payment for school fees. If you still have money owing for an academy (Aquatics, Soccer, Hockey or Dance), your prompt payment would be appreciated.

CANOE CONSTRUCTION In a unique opportunity for Grade 8 students, four subject areas are being linked to the history and construction of a canoe. Students are earning credits for Science, Social Studies, English and one elective course while participating and constructing a cottonwood dugout canoe. It is an ancient technology used by the First Nations people, for centuries. Little information is found on the canoes however; as the course is under way they will connect with local leaders, knowledge keepers and organizations to learn as much information as they can about the local plants, ecosystem, and First Nations stories & history. The local Secwepemc people used cottonwood dugout canoes to navigate the river systems for the purposes of trade and travel. Cottonwood canoes were used for hundreds of years prior to contact with Europeans. This technology was an important part of their history based on the fact that many cottonwood trees grew in several local areas they utilized, and were easily accessible to the people. Led by master carver, Frank Marchand, from the Sylix (Okanagan) territory, one of very few carvers left in B.C, if not the entire western region of Canada, they are embarking on a course designed around its construction. Course material is being linked to the canoes construction, and the local Secwepemc history, by Grade 8 Teacher, Brenda Celesta.

T.E.K 8 class is almost complete the cottonwood dugout canoe project! 19 grade 8 students are enrolled in the 4-block course and have been carving since October 2018, with a goal to complete a Secwepemc dugout canoe just like the canoes that were traditionally made in this area. The master carver, Frank Marchand, has both Okanagan and Secwepemc background and, is one of very few carvers with the skill and knowledge of carving these canoes. The art of canoe-making has almost been completely lost and the project is an important part in cultural revival for the Secwepemc. Teacher, Brenda Celesta has been working with students to gain an understanding of the importance of this technology as well as, an understanding and connection with the local First Nations.

Pictured: The canoe in January 2019 and Frank Marchand, master carver.

MR. ARKINSTALL’S CLASS FUNDRAISING FOR BC CANCER

FOUNDATION

Mr. Arkinstall’s class raised $150 for BC Cancer Foundation. Way to go!

GRADE 9 IMMUNIZATIONS Grade 9 students are due for their routine vaccina-tions this year, which include protection against Teta-nus, Diphtheria, Pertussis (whooping cough) and 4 strains of Meningococcal bacteria. Watch for consent and information packages arriving home the week of February 1, 2018. Parents or guardians and encour-aged to discuss consent for immunization with their children and return the consent back to the homeroom teacher as soon as possible. The consents coming home this year are personalized for each student, complete with their personal vaccination history. If the consent is misplaced by the student and you wish to download and sign a generic consent form please go to: https://www.interiorhealth.ca/YourHealth/Chil-drenYouth/Pages/Immunization.aspx

Children under the age of 19, who are able to under-stand the benefits and possible reactions for each vaccine and the risk of not getting immunized, can le-gally consent to or refuse immunizations. For more in-formation on mature minor consent see https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/healthlinkbc-files/infants-act-mature-minor-consent-and-immunization. If you have any additional questions about the vac-cines please visit www.immunizebc.ca or call to talk with the Public Health Nurse for Brock Secondary, Maureen Smith, at 250-851-7423.

JUMP 360Ms. McRae’s Fit for Life classes attended a field trip to Jump 360 on the afternoon of January 23, 2019.

BROCK ATHLETICS Our winter season is underway. Thanks to all of those who have already helped with coaching, score-keeping and to those parents for just being a fan so far. If you have an athlete in one of these sports, please remember to get your forms and fees in as soon as possible. Basketball Mr. G. Covaceuszach - Gr. 7 girls Mr. M. Bachhal, Mr. Dean Shaffi - Gr. 7 boys Blue Mr. A. Shannik - Gr. 7 boys Silver Mr. Galloway, Ms. Rerick (student teacher) - Gr. 8 boys Mr. Bubela , Mr. Mueller - Gr. 8 girls Stephen Bradley (Zora Keys father)- Gr. 9 girls Mr. W Blair - Gr. 9 boys Junior Curling Mrs. Hafeli Wrestling Demetra K (community coach) Basketball tournaments we are running: Jan 18/19--- Gr. 8 boys Jan 25/26 --- Gr. 7 girls (need volunteer refs) Feb 1/2--- Junior boys Feb 8/9 ---- Gr. 7 boys (need volunteer refs) If you can help out with coaching, sponsoring, with tournaments, or with refereeing gr. 7 Basketball that would be great please contact me anytime. Also, please refer to the website for the gym practice schedule, or contact Brett Wasylick at bwasylik@sd73.bc.ca.

FOOD SAFE The Food-Safe Course is available at Kamloops Japanese Canadian Association (160 Vernon Ave, North Shore) on Professional Development Day Friday May 18 from 9:00 to 5:00. The Food-Safe Course is a valuable addition to a student’s resume and is also a requirement for several post-secondary training programs. The Food-Safe Course is a one-day training program recognized across Canada as meeting the requirements for food safety training for food service and health care workers and others. The course is designed for front line food service workers such as cooks, servers, bussers, dishwashers, and deli workers and is also a requirement for those studying Culinary Arts, Health Care Assistant, Early Childhood Education. Upon passing, students will receive a Food-Safe certificate valid for 5 years through Interior Health. Pre-registration is required through Instructor Kathy Russell. (250) 819-9920 or kathy-russell@telus.net. $90

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Neighbourhood SchoolsFebruary 11th - 15th

9:00 am to 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm to 3:00 pmParents are strongly encouraged to register children for kindergarten on these dates, but registration will continue throughout the remainder of the school year.

Kindergarten Information Night Thursday, February 28, 2019

Henry Grube Education Centre, 6:30 pm

Children who will be five (5) years old on or before December 31, 2019, should be registered for Kindergarten.

Supported Transitions for Kindergarten Students with Diverse Needs Night

Wednesday, May 15, 2019Henry Grube Education Centre, 6:30 pm

W hat To Br ing- Copy of your child's Birth Certificate- Proof of Residency (eg. utility bill)- BC Services Card- Any legal documentation concerning Custody

Kind erg ar t enReg ist rat ion2019 - 2020

*Please refer to School District No. 73 Policy 300.1 School Boundaries and Student Transfer Requests and Policy 706.2 Education Choice: Enrolment - Schools of Choice, French Immersion, and Academies for clarification regarding school boundaries and enrolment in Schools

of Choice. Information on the catchment areas is available on our website: www.sd73.bc.ca

Reg ist rat ion Dat esSchools of ChoiceJanuary 28th - February 1st 9:00 am to 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm to 3:00 pmRegistration closes at 12:00 pm on February 1st

*Please register anytime during this period. This registration is NOT first come,first served.

Schools of Choice will register as follows:Kamloops School of the Arts (Grades K-12)

Bert Edwards Science & Technology School (Grades K-6)

Montessori at Aberdeen Elementary (Grades K-6)

French Immersion at Lloyd George Elementary (Grades K-1)

French Immersion at South Sa-Hali Elementary (Grades K-1)

Schools of Choice Information Night Wednesday, January 16, 2019

Henry Grube Education Centre, 6:30 pm

CONNECTING STUDENTSTO THEIR FUTURE

SECONDARY PROGRAMS OF CHOICE

WANT TO HEAR ABOUT LEARNING OPTIONS FOR HIGH SCHOOL?

Norkam Trades and Technology Program • Construction Trades Sampler • Industrial Trades Sampler • Mechanical Trades SamplerNorkam Senior Secondary • Hairstylist Program • International Baccalaureate Sa-Hali Secondary • DigiPen Academy (Video game programming)Brocklehurst Middle School • Aquatics Academy • Dance Academy • Hockey Academy • Soccer Academy

Registration is not required to attend this information session, however, participants interested in the hairstylist program should reserve a seat for the information night by calling (250) 376-3133.

INFORMATION NIGHT

SECONDARY PROGRAMS OF CHOICE

WANT TO HEAR ABOUT LEARNING OPTIONS FOR HIGH SCHOOL?

Norkam Trades and Technology Program • Construction Trades Sampler • Industrial Trades Sampler • Mechanical Trades SamplerNorkam Senior Secondary • Hairstylist Program • International Baccalaureate Sa-Hali Secondary • DigiPen Academy (Video game programming)Brocklehurst Middle School • Aquatics Academy • Dance Academy • Hockey Academy • Soccer Academy

Registration is not required to attend this information session, however, participants interested in the hairstylist program should reserve a seat for the information night by calling (250) 376-3133.

INFORMATION NIGHT

Tuesday, February 127:00 p.m. in the Cafeteria,

NorKam Senior Secondary School

NorKam Trades and Transition Program• Construction Trades Sampler• Industrial Trades Sampler• Mechanical Trades Sampler

NorKam Senior Secondary• Hairstylist Program• International Baccalaureate

Sa-Hali Secondary• DigiPen (Video game programming)

Brocklehurst Middle School• Aquatics Academy• Dance Academy• Hockey Academy• Soccer Academy

LC-114-07-17E

Canada.ca/education-savings

As a parent or caregiver, you do your best to help your child succeed. You may have already started thinking about your child’s education after high school. The Government of Canada can help you save for your child’s education through a Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP).

What is the Canada Learning Bond?The Canada Learning Bond is an initial $500 offered by the Government of Canada to help you start saving now for your child’s education after high school. Your child could also get $100 every year until age 15. In total, a child could receive up to $2,000 in an RESP.

The money in an RESP can be used to pay for various expenses related to full-time or part-time studies in:• apprenticeship programs;• CEGEPs;• colleges;• trade schools; or• universities.

Is my child eligible for the Canada Learning Bond?Your child is eligible to receive the Canada Learning Bond if he or she:• was born on or after January 1, 2004;• is a resident of Canada;• has a valid Social Insurance Number;• is from a low-income family; and• is named as a beneficiary in an RESP.

Children in care, for whom a Children’s Special Allowance is payable, automatically qualify for the Canada Learning Bond.

What is a Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP)?An RESP is an education savings account that helps you, your family or your friends save early for a child’s education after high school.

The Canada Learning Bond is money directly deposited by the Government of Canada into an RESP for children of low-income families. You do not need to add any money in the RESP for a child to receive the Canada Learning Bond.

Why should I save for my child’s education?Saving just a dollar a day can make a difference.

With a RESP, you can help turn your child’s dreams into reality. In addition to the Canada Learning Bond, if you add money to the RESP for your child’s education after high school, he or she could receive the Canada Education Savings Grant.

What is the Canada Education Savings Grant?The Canada Education Savings Grant is money deposited by the Government of Canada into an RESP for your child. The amount could be up to $500 per year, depending on how much you contribute to an RESP for your child. If your family income is low, it could also provide an additional amount of up to $100 each year in the RESP. A child could receive a total of up to $7,200 in Canada Education Savings Grants in an RESP for their studies after high school.

C A N A D A L E A R N I N G B O N D

Get $500for your child’s future

This publication is available for download at canada.ca/publicentre-ESDC.

It is also available upon request in multiple formats (large print, Braille, audio CD, e-text CD, or DAISY), by contacting 1 800 O-Canada (1-800-622-6232). By teletypewriter (TTY), call 1-800-926-9105.

© Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada, 2017

For information regarding reproduction rights: droitdauteur.copyright@HRSDC-RHDCC.gc.ca.

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CANADA LEARNING BOND

Will the Canada Learning Bond money affect other Government of Canada benefits I receive?The Canada Learning Bond and the Canada Education Savings Grant will not affect other Government of Canada benefits.

How do I open an RESP and get the Canada Learning Bond and Canada Education Savings Grant for a child?You can open an RESP at a financial institution, such as a bank or credit union, or through a certified financial planner or a group plan dealer. These institutions, planners and dealers are known as RESP providers.

Step 1 – Get a Social Insurance Number (SIN) for your child. It’s free.

Call 1 800 O-Canada (1-800-622-6232), click canada.ca/social-insurance-number for more information or visit a Service Canada Centre near you.

Step 2 – Find an RESP provider that offers the Canada Learning Bond.

Some RESP providers may ask you to pay for their services, and put conditions on RESPs, so it is important to ask the right questions and get all the facts to ensure you find the RESP provider that is right for you.

You may wish to ask:• if they offer the Canada Learning

Bond and the Canada Education Savings Grant;

• what types of RESPs they offer (family, individual or group) and the advantages and risks of each;

• what investment products they offer and the advantages and risks of each; and

• what their administration fees and penalties are.

For additional questions to help you find the RESP provider that best suits your needs, visit the RESP page on Canada.ca.

Step 3 – Open an RESP.

You can ask the RESP provider to help you complete the application form entitled: “APPLICATION: Basic and Additional Canada Education Savings Grant (CESG) and Canada Learning Bond (CLB)”.

Where can I get help or more information?Government of Canada

1 800 O-Canada (1-800-622-6232) TTY: 1-800-926-9105

Visit a Service Canada office near you.

By mail:

Canada education Savings programEmployment and Social Development Canada 140 Promenade du Portage, Phase IV, Mailstop: Bag 4 Gatineau QC K1A 0J9

Canada Revenue Agency for questions about income tax and benefits 1-800-959-8281Financial Consumer Agency of Canada for information to help you better manage your money 1-866-461-3222