October 2018

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

Principal’s Message

Key Dates

Parent Teacher Interviews

Bandits Sport Desk

Eva Ollson Presentation

Bandits Drama Presents….Mamma Mia!

Cosmetology

Fabrication Request

Student Services Information

Parent Teacher Interview Instructions

PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE

ESBCHS - Celebrating 30 years!

I hope that your Thanksgiving weekend provided opportunities to spend some quality time with friends and family and to reflect on all the things in your lives for which

you are grateful. The many achievements of 2017-18 were celebrated last week at our annual Awards Night which saw a great turnout of students, grads, parents and family members. I would like to extend a special congratulations to all award winners, and a special thanks to our Awards Committee for their work in bringing together another great celebration of student accomplishments!

Our football, x-country, golf and volleyball teams are competing fiercely thanks to the leadership of our many staff members and community coaches who are making these important opportunities available to our students. Our Sr. Girls won the 21st Annual Phil Oh Volleyball Tournament, our Football team will play their first playoff game tonight, Ella Gifford competed well at the Provincial High School Golf Championships and we have a number of students heading to Vermillion for the High School X-country Provincial Championships so please stay tuned for further results!

Student groups are meeting weekly to help create and maintain a safe and positive school climate for our students with SAPP, QSA, and SADD all planning future activities. Please remind your children to get involved or participate in any of the wide range of activities offered at our school. I would like to thank our SAPP students for their work in helping to organize and run the

annual Terry Fox Run and BBQ as well as their involvement in welcoming and thanking our special guest Eva Olsson last week. Our entire school was honored to welcome Holocaust survivor Dr. Eva Olsson last week. Among the many things she spoke about over the 75 minutes, she spoke about her experiences and her messages of overcoming and addressing hate and she illustrated the importance of maintaining a positive attitude and expressing regular gratitude and stressed why we cannot be quiet bystanders when things happen. Many students took the opportunity to meet Eva afterwards and purchase some of her books. If you have not had a chance to speak to your child about this very special visit, please take time to do so.

Our Musical Theatre Program is also hard at work bringing together the production of “Mamma Mia” which will run at the Maclab Theatre in Leduc from November 14-17. These productions are extremely well done, and it is always a marvel to see how many talented students we have and even more special to see students display talents they were not even sure they had themselves! If you haven’t purchased your tickets yet, make sure you get them soon! Wednesday, October 24th will mark our first round of parent-teacher interviews. This is an excellent opportunity to get a first hand account of your child’s progress thus far. You will see a link on our school website to information on Tobacco and Cannabis Free Facilities in Black Gold as well as a link to the Town of Beaumont’s bylaws for cannabis consumption. During our classroom visits to all grades in September, we reminded students that once cannabis became legal, that nothing would change in terms of our

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CONTACT US

Ecole Secondaire Beaumont

Composite High School

5417 43 Ave

Beaumont, AB T4X 1K1

Phone: 780.929.6282

Website: esbchs.blackgold.ca

Facebook: facebook.com/esbchs/

Twitter: @esbchs

Instagram: @esbchs

KEY DATES

PD Day (No School)

October 19, 2018

Parent Teacher Interviews

October, 24, 2018

November 8, 2018

PD Day (No School)

November 1 2018

No School

(In Lieu of Remembrance Day)

November 12, 2018

Book your Parent Teacher Interview online now at

esbchs.schoolappointments.com

Wednesday, October 24, 2018 (5:00 - 8:00 pm)

Thursday, November 8, 2018 (5:00 - 8:00 pm)

Please see booking instructions on page 7

Parent Teacher Interviews provide opportunities to:

· Share information about your child’s progress, interests and needs. Please invite students to attend!

· Foster positive and respectful relationships between home and school

· Improve communication with your child’s teacher.

You may wish to ask some of the following questions during your interview. 1. Ask about your child’s work habits, and learning style.

2. How does your child get along with others?

3. Is there anything you should know about your child’s social/emotional progress?

4. Ask the teacher about the classroom rules and discipline, homework procedures and overall expectations for students.

5. Ask the teacher what is the most important thing you can do at home to support your child’s learning.

6. Is your child coping with the work load, level within the class?

7. What programs are available to assist home i.e. tutors, exam writing workshops

Try to approach the interview with a positive and relaxed attitude, remembering you and the teacher are partners in your child's learning. Don't be afraid to raise your concerns. After the interview.

It's important to discuss the meeting with your child and really congratulate them on their strengths. If the teacher made suggestions of things you could do at home, discuss these with your child and commit to following through with them.

expectations and policies. Now that October 17th is upon us, students and parents are reminded that cannabis still remains illegal for individuals under 18, and the consumption, possession or sale of cannabis by individuals of any age are still not allowed in school or on school property at any time. Please consult our school website for further information if necessary.

With the end of October approaching, we do ask that students think carefully about how they dress for Halloween. We ask that students refrain from bringing toy weapons as part of their costumes and that students not wear full masks that would prevent us from being able to identify them for reasons of safety and security. We appreciate everyone’s cooperation in choosing school appropriate costumes to help make the day a success.

Lastly, I would like to take this opportunity to express special thanks and appreciation to our outgoing School Council President Tracey Carr who has devoted countless hours to not only running our meetings but also for having the vision and the energy to ensure all of our operating procedures were updated to help our Council continue to run effectively. Tracey has helped perpetuate the positive culture and partnership that permeates our School Council and we are grateful for her many contributions. I would also like to thank the numerous other parents who are leaving us this year who have worked along with Tracey and have contributed a great deal to our school community as well. I am excited to see there are many new parents on our executive and I look forward to getting to know them and working with them in this very positive environment

Chris Peacocke Principal

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MAMMA MIA!

Ecole Secondaire Beaumont Composite High

School Drama Presents Mamma Mia!

Over 60 million people worldwide have fallen

in love with characters, the story and the

music that make Mamma Mia! the ultimate

feel good show.

ABBA’s hits tell the hilarious story of a young

woman’s search for her birth father. This

sunny tale unfolds on a Greek island paradise.

On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s

quest to discover the identity of her father

brings three men from her mother’s past back

to the island they last visited 20 years ago.

The story-telling magic of ABBA’s timeless

songs propels this enchanting tale of love,

laughter and friendship, creating an

unforgettable show. A large cast, non-stop

laughs and explosive dance numbers combine

to make Mamma Mia! a guaranteed smash

hit for any theater. A mother. A daughter.

Three possible dads. And a trip down the

aisle you’ll never forget!

Get your tickets today!

https://secure.ticketpro.ca/?

lang=en&aff=EcoleBeaumont#def_130195137

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FABRICATION REQUEST

The High School welding program is

looking for a donation of working power

wheelchairs to adapt/rebuild for people

of limited ability to play powerchair

soccer. If you have any questions or

would like to donate a working chair,

please contact the welding teacher at

tim.carson@blackgold.ca

STAY CONNECTED

We have multiple ways for you to stay

connected to what is going on here at

ESBCHS.

Website:

www.esbchs@blackgold.ca

Facebook , Twitter & Instagram

@ESBCHS

DR. EVA OLSSON PRESENTATION

On Friday, October 12 staff and students had

the opportunity to hear Eva Olsson speak.

For over a decade, Eva Olsson has been

sharing her story. Eva draws on her life

experiences, primarily during the Holocaust,

to illustrate the power of hate, and the

importance of standing up against forces of

racism, bigotry and intolerance. Her courage

in breaking the silence and her commitment

to educating others on the importance of

standing up to injustice is a true inspiration.

Thank you to Ava Arnold and Cailtyn

Rastovski for their eloquent introduction.

COSMETOLOGY SERVICES

Book your appointment for a Fall

Makeover. Come in for a demi colour to

get your hair shiny and ready for the

new season. We offer a variety of hair

and esthetic services, supervised by

Journeyman Hairstylists. Colours,

Highlights, Haircuts, Deep Conditioning

Treatments, Scalp Treatments, Perms,

Roller Sets, Shampoo & Style, Manicures

& Pedicures, Facials using Eminence

Organic Professional Products. We sell a

variety of professional hair and skin

products as well as hot tools and blow-

dryers at reduced prices. All proceeds go

to support the program.

BANDITS SPORT DESK

Bandits Football has a Gilfillan Division quarterfinal matchup vs Eastglen Oct 18 at 5pm at Riel Park in St. Albert. All the best to the guys and Coach Lepps.

Cross Country Provincials take place Saturday Oct 20 in Vermilion. Qualifying runners are Sarah Munchrath, Stuart MacLellan (10th in Metro meet), Kiana Row and Dane Boczkowski (both earned silver at Metro

meet). We are running really well and anticipate great finishes. Thanks to Mr. Gobeil and Mrs. Tschritter for their work with the team and thanks to Mr. Hesterman for driving to meets.

The 21st Annual Philip Oh Memorial Volleyball Tournament saw our boys and girls finish in the top 3, with the boys winning bronze and the girls defeating Calmar in the final. A special thanks to Mrs. Oh and family who were fixtures at the gym over the weekend.

LDAA and Metro volleyball playoffs run early November. Results will be in the next newsletter in November.

WISEST

SET(a Science, Engineering and Technology Conference)

Women in Scholarship, Engineering, Science and Technology presents the SET Conference on Saturday, November 24th, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., at the University of Alberta for girls and non-binary students in grades 10-12 who are curious about careers in science, engineering and technology.

Conference Registration Details:

Registration fee is only $50/student and registration opened October 1st.( for information on subsidies for rural, Indigenous and other students unable to pay the full cost please contact Fervone Goings at 780-492-1842 or by email at fervibe.goings@ualberta.ca)

Student will download information and register online at www.uab.ca/WISEST

All permission forms can be found on the website as well.

For further information please email wisest@ualberta.ca

Wisest Summer Research Program

Grade 11 students may apply for the WISEST Summer Research program.(SRP) The SRP will give you a research experience at the University of Alberta. Student applications open: February 1 – April 5, 2019 and the program runs from July 3rd to August 14, 2019. For more information ant to start your online application visit: WWW.uab.ca/WISEST

STUDENT SERVICES INFORMATION

Post Secondary Information Sessions

Alberta College of Art & Design Pre-college Program – 4 weeks in July

Pre-College is for you if you are 16-18 years old and have completed grades 10, 11 or 12. Get a hands-on feel for visual art and design, earn three college credits and build an awesome portfolio in full time, studio-based studies. For more information https://www.acad.ca/continuing-education/pre-college-program, phone: 403-284-7640 or email: precollege@acad.ca. NAIT Student Information Session Northern Alberta Institute of Technology will be presenting a student information presentation on October 23, 2018 between 2:30 and 3:30. Students interested in attending should sign up in Student Services ASAP.

Have you applied or are you planning to apply for a NAIT Health Science program that has an interview as part of the selection process? Attend a workshop on Tuesday, October 23,

2018 at NAIT, Dow Theatre, between 4:30 and 6:00 PM to learn from Academic Advisors about the interview process required for admission to the program. How to prepare , What to expect , Learn and View Practice questions For more information please come down to Student Services. University of Alberta This is an opportunity for high school students interested in careers in health sciences to attend a Medical Sciences Workshop (MSW). This three-hour workshop on October 27 or 28, will allow high school students to work with medical students on various activities related to the health sciences. This includes suturing, ultrasound, trauma, intubation, and injections. Students will get to network with medical students and ask any questions they may have. Click to Register by October 20, 2018

SHAD

SHAD is a summer university enrichment program for grade 10, 11 and 12 students focused on STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) and entrepreneurship. Participants spend the month of July living on one of 17 host university campuses across the country. The

due date for submission is November 19, 2018. The SHAD 2019 program will take place from Sunday, June 30th to Friday, July 26, 2018.

For more information go to shad.ca/faq or to apply visit : https://www.shad.ca/apply.htm

AG-FOR-LIFE EDUCATION SYMPOSIUM

Friday, November 16, 2018 Junior High and High School Students Location: Red Deer College Registration is now open for Ag for Life's second annual Agriculture Education Symposium. Students are invited to participate in a day of informative breakout sessions. Speakers and sessions will be geared towards your curricular needs and will include a variety of topics:

Careers in agriculture Food security

Environmental considerations and

solutions in the industry

Innovation and research Technology

If you have any questions, please contact Heather Hanlon, Director, Agriculture Education Programming at hhanlon@agricultureforlife.ca

Register Now

SCHOLARSHIPS

Scholarship Name Amount Deadline Website

Persons Case Scholarship $1000-$5000 October 31, 2018 Persons Case Link

Fellowship for Full Time Students in French $500-$1000/

semester

November 15, 2018 Full Time Studies in French Link

TD Scholarships for Community Leadership Up to $10,000

for 4 years

November 16, 2018 TD Scholarships

Leduc Agriculture Service Board Bursary $1000 November 30, 2018 Leduc Agriculture Service Board Bursary

The Dalton Camp Award $10,000 December 1, 2018 The Dalton Camp Award

House of Commons Page Program

(Ottawa)

12 month salary

of $11,690

December 3, 2018 Page Program

Hal Rogers Endowment Fund Bursary $1000 February 1, 2019 Hal Rogers Bursary

U of A Entrance Scholarship Distinction

Scholarship

Up to $50,000 March 1, 2019 Distinction Scholarships

Please note the scholarships listed below are applicable to grade 12 students.

EXPLORE: SECOND LANGUAGE SUMMER PROGRAM BURSARY

Five-Week French-Language Bursary Program — Most expenses are covered! Are you looking for a spring or summer program to learn French? Do you want to discover another region of Canada and meet new people? Go Explore! Explore is a five-week intensive language-immersion program. You can take the program in the spring or summer, whichever you prefer. Participants in Explore receive a $2,200 bursary (taxable income) that covers tuition fees for the programs, instructional

materials, meals and accommodations, workshops, and other mandatory activities. Discover another region of Canada while learning French. Enjoy five weeks of learning and adventure, friendship and discovery! For more information go to: http://www.myexplore.ca/en/

Application opens at the end of October and the application deadline: February 15, 2019

CONTACT US

Mrs. Trish Hrytsak

Counselor (A-J)

780-929-1306

Mrs. Kim Thomas

Counselor (K-Z)

780-929-1307

Mr. Brad Umpherville

Learning Support & Off-Campus

780-929-1319

Mrs. Lise Layton

Youth Worker

780-929-1340 Ext. 1432

General Inquiries or to book an appointment

Mrs. Theresa Busenius

780-929-1340

PARENT RESOURCE SESSION

PARENTING STRATEGIES THAT PROMOTE POSITIVE MENTAL HEALTH AND BUILD RESILIENCE IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CHILDREN.

Focus is on caregivers of kids in grades K-6

Approximately 1 in 5 Canadian children are affected by mental health issues. Explore factors that contribute to mental health and wellness, and learn how you can be your child’s greatest mental health asset by using strategies that promote their mental health and wellness. Learn about the different types of stress and how some stress can be helpful in

building children’s resiliency and future success.

Register at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/caregiversessions

DATE: Tuesday, November 20, 2018

LOCATION: Ecole Coloniale Estates School 37 Coloniale Way, Beaumont, AB

TIME: 6:30 - 7:30 pm

Note: This session is for adults only.