Principal's Message
Good Afternoon Everyone,
I hope this email finds you doing well and looking forward to your weekend. It was a busy week at school, welcoming our students back to in-person learning for the third time this year. One thing that is for sure is this group of kids is showing resilience and flexibility. I was impressed with how each student eased back into their routine and tackled their learning. We have 13 days of instruction remaining prior to the last official day of classes and in chatting with students this week, they're looking forward to the finish line.
1. Last Day of Official Classes
The last day of regular instruction for high school students is Wednesday, June 16. Similar to the end of our first semester, RVS has adjusted final exam expectations for June due to the unique school year. Our school will not have cumulative final exams but will remain open to June 24 to offer students the following supports. Also, some Grade 12 students may choose to write optional diploma exams.
June 17-24:
Students Who Are Not Passing: Students who are not passing are required to attend school to receive targeted support. This support will be targeted to complete assignments that would have a substantial impact on their course grade (example: redoing a source analysis, rewriting a unit exam, etc.).
Students Who Are Passing: Students who are passing may choose to be reassessed or to complete assignments that would have a substantial impact on course grade (example: redoing a source analysis, rewriting a unit exam, etc.).
Other Supports Available: Our school is also open June 17-24 to support students for several reasons. A few examples include those requiring emotional support, students with specialized or exceptional needs, or to provide space and supervision for those writing diploma exams.
Please watch for additional details soon on how we will support these activities.
I encourage you to reach out to your student’s teacher if you have questions on the targeted supports offered June 17-24. I hope that these extended supports will allow your student to have a positive end to our school year.
2. Building Update
We are excited to confirm that BCHS will be receiving modulars from the government of Alberta to accommodate our growing population. Planning is underway to put 8 new classrooms on the field directly east of the school. These modulars will be ready at some point during semester 1 and it will be great to expand into that space.
As well, plans are confirmed for new LED lighting throughout the school, which will lead to a brighter space, and new flooring in the hallways throughout the school. This work will be done in the summer. We are grateful to RVS for their support of our building through these projects.
3. Online School Registration
Rocky View Schools is opening two online schools, one Grade 1 – 9 and one Grade 10 – 12 for the 2021/22 school year. If you are considering enrolling your child in an online school, you will need to register them by 5 p.m. on May 31, 2021. Unfortunately, to allow necessary planning time for the schools, registrations will not be accepted in the fall and must be submitted by May 31. These numbers are also important for our school so we can plan and organize for those returning in-person.
We recognize this deadline is quickly approaching and this is a difficult decision for some families. We encourage you to read the information on our RVS website to learn more about what you can expect from the online school experience. There is also information and a how-to video about how to register using SchoolEngage. Thank you for taking the time to consider your plans for next school year. Whatever you decide we look forward to helping your children to learn, belong and succeed!
I hope you have a great weekend,
Ryan
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On Thursday, June 3rd, students, staff, and parents are invited to a day focusing on mental health. To read more about the event, please follow this link. Of note, Dr. Jody Carrington is hosting a session for parents at 7:00 PM that should be terrific. We will be engaging our students in the aspects of the day that best relate to them.
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Summer Student Leadership Opportunities for students
One Love Leadership Camps:
Students new to One Love are invited to join us for 3 days to gain leadership skills and community organizing tools. At the end of the camp, students will learn the importance of relationship health in ending relationship abuse. Session 1: June 21st -23rd , Session 2: July 12th -14th. Apply here.
One Song Glory Musical Theatre Training Program
One Song Glory is a fully subsidized, six-weekend intensive youth musical theatre training program that builds community, self-confidence and self-expression through a combination of new music creation, masterclasses, rehearsal and online presentations. The goal is to offer participants a professional rehearsal experience, the chance to create and design new work, provide industry insight and the guidance needed to develop a fruitful career in the performing arts.
Interested students aged 13-19 are to register and submit an audition video. All who register can attend a free online Video Creation Workshop this summer with a chance to resubmit their audition videos, applying what they learned. Both performing and non-performing artists (writers, visual artists, poets, designers, filmmakers, stage managers) can apply. The deadline to submit is June 11 at 5 p.m.
The SOAR Summer Innovation Camp
is an interactive virtual program designed to immerse students in Grades 7-12 in the world of entrepreneurship and innovation through project-based learning challenges. Camp participants will have the opportunity to engage in live workshops, take part in design challenges, learn from diverse entrepreneur guest speakers/mentors, and collaborate with like minded peers to create their own ventures. This year's camp program will be offered in two 4-week sessions for students (July 5th-30th; August 3rd-27th).
Further information about this year's program is available at soaredu.ca/soar-summer-programs. Although there is a fee involved in the camp, we have financial assistance options to ensure greater equity for all interested in participating.
first annual AG Data Science Camp in August 2021 at Olds College
This is a powerful ag science/data learning opportunity that is connected to the new innovative Agriculture Techgronmoy Diploma at Olds College through the Werklund School of Agriculture Technology. The event is fully sponsored for 20 students who are chosen by a selection committee in June.
The future of Agriculture needs to connect with youth from urban and rural. This is an excellent learning opportunity for any youth interested in careers in science, technology, agriculture, etc. Agriculture is an industry that needs all youth to understand their fit to the many careers found serving Agriculture. This is especially true of the emerging ag data/technology areas that are growing in importance and usage within this industry. This is the new direction for agriculture around the world and we have the training in our own backyard. Student applications due by June 7th. Please use the link below for more information and to submit the application. https://www.oldscollege.ca/programs/high-school-learning/camps/ag-data-science-camp/index.html
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