PJ day today.

Hot lunch orders are due Jan. 4 Order online at jelapointe.hotlunches.net

Hot chocolate for Taylor and Rafikis on sale today by the Foods Lab!
Purchase a cup of cocoa and have a chance to win the Tim Horton’s gift basket.

Service 9 students: we are going to the daycare today.

Have a safe and wonderful Christmas season!

Classes resume on Monday, January 7

Today is Christmas sweater day, tomorrow is PJ day.

Student Gathering - grade 7

Thank-you to the Me to We and JE students for supporting our hot chocolate sale for Taylor. We raised $128.50!

We will be holding another sale  Friday at lunch and it will be extra chocolatey.

The prize will be a Tim Horton’s gift basket including a $20 gift card!

Thanks to Sobey's for donating the hot chocolate, marshmallows, candy canes and milk.

Hot Lunch orders are due Jan. 4. To order go to jelapointe.hotlunches.net

Pizza Tuesday - Teachers, please get your slice count in to Mr. Mistol right after these announcements.

Today is Jersey day. 

Tomorrow is Beach Day...dress in your most tropical attire.

Me to We will be selling Rafikis (perfect for gift exchanges) & Hot Chocolate (with toppings for $2) by the gym at lunch.
*All funds will go to Taylor Tomkins’s recovery journey.

Teachers, please show your class Taylor Tomkins’ video that was emailed to you yesterday.

5th day of Fitmas

Student gathering - grade 9 today - grade 8 Wednesday -  grade 7 Thursday

It was so nice to see how many girls were interested in going to STEAM. Unfortunately, only 4 are able to attend. 

If you signed up for Yearbook this year, please be advised that you can work on it during period 3 of Flex this week. Please see Mrs. Buzak for more details.

Last call for Term 1 art projects, any art projects left in the home ec room after today will be recycled.
Term 1 Home ec students are reminded to pick up home ec projects as well.

There will be no Jazz band tomorrow.

December 14, 2018- Day 5

We acknowledge that our school is on treaty 6 territory, a traditional meeting grounds, gathering place, and travelling route to the Cree, Saulteaux, Blackfoot, Metis, Dene, and Nakota Sioux.  We acknowledge all the First Nations, Métis, and Inuit whose footsteps have marked these lands for centuries.
Reminder Monday is Crazy Hair day.

Congratulations to Mr. Slade’s class who did NOT win the Christmas Elves competition!  Instead, Mrs. Buzak’s 8A won the ice cream cake for raising 1670 points!  Your ice cream cake is coming next week!  Well done Buzakians!

Important FLEX info:
Grade 8 sign up block 1 or 2, grade 9 block 3 or 4, grade 7 lunch or later
The grade 7 and 8 Christmas Escape Room is a two block session, you must choose it for block 3 and 4.
If you would like to watch the BHA Christmas Cup game at the KNRCC you need to sign up for both blocks 3 and 4.
If you sign up for skating you need SKATES and a helmet!

Junior girls basketball practice today at 3:10pm

Congrats to all the band members for their great performances last night. Thank you to the teachers and administration that came out to support the band. A very special thanks to students who helped clean up the percussion equipment and bass amps after the concert was over. Your help was greatly appreciated!


If you missed the meeting for STE(A)M yesterday and are interested in attending the conference, you need to get a paragraph to Mme Goudreau by the end of the day outlining what makes you a good candidate to attend.

If you are in gr. 8 or 9 and ordered a classy threads kit please come to the Home Ec. room to pick up your fabric to wash it before class.

Jr. Boys practice at lunch. Jr. Girls practice tomorrow after school.

A reminder that the Christmas Concert is happening tonight in the gym at 7pm and everyone is invited to attend. The front doors of the school will open for band students and parents at 6:30pm.
A reminder that the gym will be set up for the concert during period 6. 

3rd day of Fitmas

Grade 7 Boys basketball team - meet in the gym at the 10:25 break for a short meeting.

STEM meeting today at lunch in Mme Goudreau’s room for all girls interested in science, engineering and math. Only 4 girls can attend, so if you’re interested, you need to attend today.

Junior girls basketball meeting today at 12:46 in Mr. Slade’s room.

Senior boys basketball meeting in the gym during the morning break.

PIZZA TUESDAY!!

We have a pair of glasses and a house key that was turned into the office- Come and claim

Home ec and art students from term 1 are asked to pick up their projects. Any art left not picked up by the end of the week will be recycled.

Soap stone carving students from term1 - see Mrs Buzak so we can go down to the IA room and you can pick up your sculpture

Would all classes please do their final points calculations and deliver their goods for Christmas Elves to the front foyer this morning please.

Ms. Gervais’ health classes please bring pencil crayons and or felt pens to class today.

The band room is open for practice today and tomorrow for any students wanting to get in some last minute concert practice time.

Jazz band practice is 7:30am on Wednesday morning this week

The Christmas band concert is this Thursday night at 7pm. The Grade 7 band, the Grade 8/9 band and the high school band will be performing. Everyone is invited to attend!

Reminder to gr. 7 home ec students - Classy Threads orders are due tomorrow. See Mrs. Nessel if you have forgot to bring in your order form.

Hot lunch winter ordering is now open - jelapointe.hotlunches.net

Grade 7 boys basketball try-outs are today at lunch.

Classy Threads orders are due today for gr. 8 and 9 students. Please give Mrs. Nessel your orders before the end of today. If you forgot please see Mrs. Nessel at lunch to place your order.

The Christmas Elves competition has been extended until Dec. 10th!  In our most recent update,
Mme Stewart has once again taken the lead with 912 points.  Catch her! 
Update: Mme Walker’s donation bin is spilling over...

Q. Which of Santa's reindeer has the worst manners? A. RUDE-olph, of course!


Jr Boys practice next week Monday morning at 7:00 and Thursday after school.

Junior girls basketball team has a meeting on Monday at 1246 in Mr. Slade’s room.

Construction and Design 7 - bring pen/pencil and hi-liter if you have

Student Gathering area - no sitting on arms of chairs, no sitting on tables, no food or drink

Junior girls basketball tryouts resume today after school.  All those on the first cut list, as well as grade 8’s that have not yet attended, are invited. 

Four days until the cutoff of our Christmas Elves competition.  Bring your food for the less fortunate today!

Tomorrow is Holiday Hat Day! Wear your very own Elf, Santa or Christmas creation!

Rafikis will be on sale tomorrow at lunch in the foyer. For $10 you can buy a gift for a loved one while giving back  to women and children in need!

The band room will be open for practice today at lunch.

Jazz band practice tomorrow morning at 7:30am. New members are welcome.

Pizza Tuesday!  Teachers, please remember to e-mail your slice count in to Mr. Mistol right after these announcements.  Guest teachers, please send a student to the gym with your homeroom total.

The final list for Senior boys basketball will be posted today.  Thanks to everyone who came to try-out.

The floor mats outside of the gym are for PE classes only.  Please do not leave your outdoor footwear there for the day.

A pair of glasses were found in the new wing and turned into the office

Soapstone carving option, meet in Mrs. Buzak’s room #204.

Due to the heavy snowfall, there will be no buses operating today.

Senior boys basketball try-outs are tentatively still scheduled for today.  If too many students are absent due to the buses not running, it will be rescheduled to Thursday after school.  There will be an announcement by noon today.

Grade 7 and 8 GIRLS basketball tryout tomorrow after school.

7D are asked to bring something to read to Health period 2 today.

There is a lone running shoe in the office. Please claim it if it is yours
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Pizza Tuesday is tomorrow. (Gluten free can be pre-ordered $5/half 10" and $10 whole 10" cheese or pepperoni, pre-order with chris.mistol@blackgold.ca on Monday)

Five days to collect for the Christmas Elves and those in need!

Trimester two options start today

One-act rehearsal is cancelled this Wednesday due to early dismissal. Wednesday actors may reschedule practice this week for today, Tuesday or Thursday. See Mrs. DeBoer sometime today for details.

Grades 7 and 8 girls basketball tryouts tomorrow after school.  See Mr. Slade if you are unable to attend.

Mr. Mistol doesn’t have a homeroom, and yet he still has 362 points for the Christmas Elves competition.  Get your donations in by next Friday!

There will be a concrete truck in the parking lot this morning and some movement into the school with concrete using wheelbarrows. 

Grade 8 boys tryout after school today until 4:30. Please talk to Mrs. Fearn if you can’t make it.

Holiday Hat Day: Next Wednesday is early dismissal day, therefore Hat Day. Don’t just wear your regular cap; let’s get the Christmas spirit started by wearing Santa Hats, Elf Hats or any Christmas themed hat. No Festive touque? Be creative, deck out your own jingle-all-the way hat!

November 28- Day 3

We acknowledge that our school is on treaty 6 territory, a traditional meeting grounds, gathering place, and travelling route to the Cree, Saulteaux, Blackfoot, Metis, Dene, and Nakota Sioux.  We acknowledge all the First Nations, Métis, and Inuit whose footsteps have marked these lands for centuries.

Grade 7 boys basketball today at lunch some grade 7s will be asked to come to the tryout after school tomorrow.

Grade 7 and 8 girls basketball tryouts on Friday from 3:15-430.  If you can not attend, please see Mr. Slade.

Senior boys basketball try-outs are today after school.  Cuts posted so check the list on the gym window to see if your continuing to try-out.  Grade 8 boys basketball tryout tomorrow after school. If you are interested in playing but cannot attend the tryout please tell Mrs. Fearn.

Rafikis on sale today at lunch by the gym!

Christmas Elves Update!  Mr. Slade’s class has 732 points!  Mme Stewart’s class had 16 points!  Mrs. Buzak has none!  Can you beat out Mr. Slade?  He doubts it?  You have until Dec. 7 to prove to the school that you are the champions!

Student Gathering is open today!!!

Correction - Senior girls basketball tryouts FRIDAY! morning

November 27- Day 2

We acknowledge that our school is on treaty 6 territory, a traditional meeting grounds, gathering place, and travelling route to the Cree, Saulteaux, Blackfoot, Metis, Dene, and Nakota Sioux.  We acknowledge all the First Nations, Métis, and Inuit whose footsteps have marked these lands for centuries.
PIZZA TUESDAY - teachers please get your slice count in to Mr. Mistol now.  Guest teachers, please call the office with your pizza totals.

An inhaler was found in the gym -please come to the office to claim


Grade 7 girls basketball today at lunch!  If you are unable to attend see Mr. Slade.  Grade 7 boys basketball tomorrow at Lunch. Grade 8's do not need to come.

First cuts for the Senior boys basketball team will be posted near the gym after school today.  Try-outs continue tomorrow after school.

Jazz band has been changed to Thursday morning this week.  The student Gathering area is closed today- we are setting up furniture

Do you like ice cream cake?  Do you like helping others in need?  If so, bring a donation for the Christmas Elves competition by Dec. 7th and give your class a chance to win the cake!  What is a snowman favorite breakfast? Ice Crispies

Reminder: Rafikis will be on sale in front of gym tomorrow and Friday at lunch for $10. Pick up the perfect little gift that does good!

November 26- Day 1

We acknowledge that our school is on treaty 6 territory, a traditional meeting grounds, gathering place, and travelling route to the Cree, Saulteaux, Blackfoot, Metis, Dene, and Nakota Sioux.  We acknowledge all the First Nations, Métis, and Inuit whose footsteps have marked these lands for centuries.

In support of our ÉJELS Christmas Elves and Santa’s Anonymous, we will be having a competition between homerooms. The winning homeroom gets an ice cream cake!
Here's how we play: Students must bring in different items and put them in a donation box. Depending on the items you bring in your homeroom will get a certain amount of points. If you want to know how many points each item is worth check with your homeroom teacher and the points chart and hang. The homeroom with the most points wins.


Reminder students that Hats, hoodies, toques are not allowed to be worn in school and class as well Inappropriate language in the hallways is not allowed.

Grade 7 boys basketball try-outs are today at lunch.  All grade 8 boys are also asked to attend this try-out.

Grade 8 and 9 boys basketball try-outs are today after school.

November 23- Day 5

We acknowledge that our school is on treaty 6 territory, a traditional meeting grounds, gathering place, and travelling route to the Cree, Saulteaux, Blackfoot, Metis, Dene, and Nakota Sioux.  We acknowledge all the First Nations, Métis, and Inuit whose footsteps have marked these lands for centuries.
We are only a day in to our Christmas Elves competition and Mr. Slade’s class had already raised 150 points!  Looks like the rest of you do not stand a chance.

Our Toonies for Taylor campaign has already raised more than $500, but we definitely want to help more. Taylor’s parents are spending over $20 a day just to park at the hospital and see Taylor, not to mention the cost of basic needs like meals while at the hospital. Your donations are important because Taylor's parents use them to get through their day and stay with Taylor, giving him the support he needs. If you want to make a donation there’s a jar in the office where they are being collected, every little bit helps. (Mason)
Rafikis will be on sale today at lunch by the gym! For only $10, you will help provide jobs, education, food, water and shelter to people without these fundamental needs.  (Mason)

Come to the gym at lunch to watch the Teachers crush the Sr Volleyball teams!
Service 9 students: after block 2, skip your break and come immediately to Mrs. DeBoer’s class. We are going to the daycare today.

November 22- Day 4

We acknowledge that our school is on treaty 6 territory, a traditional meeting grounds, gathering place, and travelling route to the Cree, Saulteaux, Blackfoot, Metis, Dene, and Nakota Sioux.  We acknowledge all the First Nations, Métis, and Inuit whose footsteps have marked these lands for centuries.
Grade 7 girls interested in playing basketball this year ` we will have a short tryout and information session today at lunch hour in the gym.  If you have questions, please see Mr. Slade.

Grade 8-9 boys basketball try-outs are today after school until 4:30pm.  This is for anyone interested in making the Senior or Junior basketball team.

8C please go to your Option B class today. Your Health presentation has been rescheduled for Friday during your regular Block 1 Health class


There was fundraising popcorn found in the Student gathering space- come to the office and claim

Jr Boys volleyball lunch in Mme Goudreau’s room

FLEX sign up: grade 7’s - block 1 or 2, grade 8 block 3 or 4.  Grade 9 lunch or later.

A band practice FLEX session is being offered next week. Grade 7, Grade 8 or Grade 9 band students that would like get in some practice are welcome to sign up. It will be happening during block 4.

Just a reminder, when you come to the gym for class please do not bring your books or backpacks with you. Please leave those in your hallway locker. 

Our annual JEL Christmas tradition had begun.  The Christmas Elves Competition has classes earn points for food, clothing, and toy donations for those in need this Christmas.  Mme Stewart is the defending, defending, defending champion, so talk to your teacher and see how your class can knock her off and win a huge DQ ice cream cake.

A variety of Rafikis will be on sale Wednesdays and Fridays at lunch by the gym. For only $10, you can help provide jobs, education, food, water and shelter to people without these fundamental needs. They make perfect stocking suffers and Secret Santa gifts.

November 21- Day 3

We acknowledge that our school is on treaty 6 territory, a traditional meeting grounds, gathering place, and travelling route to the Cree, Saulteaux, Blackfoot, Metis, Dene, and Nakota Sioux.  We acknowledge all the First Nations, Métis, and Inuit whose footsteps have marked these lands for centuries.
Me to We will be selling Rafikis in the foyer at lunch today and Friday. These unique bracelets & necklaces are perfect for gift exchanges. By purchasing a $10 Rafiki you will support women and children in Kenya by providing them with job opportunities, food, water and education.
French Band practice block 3, please meet in the band room.

Grade 8-9 girls basketball try-outs are today after school.  Please let Mme. Stewart know if you can not attend.

Grade 8-9 boys basketball try-outs are tomorrow after school.

Grade 7 girls basketball try-outs are tomorrow at lunch.

Grade 7 boys interested in playing basketball come to the gym at lunch. 


House cleaning Items of importance:
1.Please refrain from Throwing snow as students have gotten hurt
2. Hats, hoodies, toques are not allowed to be worn in school
3. Please NO Food in the gym or change rooms

French Band don’t forget your instrument for the practice during FLEX tomorrow.

Students and staff, please remember to bring in your Toonies for Taylor Tompkins to the office. The money raised will help Taylor's family with expenses for any needed expenses during this challenging time. Thank-you!

Throwing snow - safety concern outside.  We had two students injured at lunch recess due to snowballs.

Pinterest 8 students please bring your jackets and money today for our outing.

Ms Gervais’ 7B Health class please bring your duotang and pencil crayons to class this afternoon.

The Tuedsay Group for One Acts have practice tonight in Mr Eidick’s room (203)

Grade 8-9 boys basketball try-outs have been moved to Thursday after school. 

Girls basketball try-outs have been moved to tomorrow after school.

For the next while, there will be no access to the school from the outside door nearest the Ken Nichol Recreation Centre.  All students and staff must use the exit beside the new classroom wing to go to the back of the school. Also, access to the washrooms in the hallway by the old gym is only available through the hallway from the front of the school.  Please note that no one is allowed beyond any yellow caution tape.  Thank you.

Pizza Tuesday!  Teachers, please email your slice count in to Mr. Mistol after these announcements.  Guest teachers, please call the office with your total slice count.

Gr. 7 Band students that are in foods during flex, please bring a container tomorrow for your cookies.

PIZZA TUESDAY TOMORROW!

Junior boys and girls volleyball practice after school today!

Grade 7 boys interested in playing basketball, come to tryouts Wednesday at lunch

Senior girls volleyball pictures in the gym at lunch.

8A Phys. Ed please meet in room 208 for the beginning of PE today.

No French Band practice after school today. Please make sure to bring your instrument on Wednesday for a practice during block 3 of Flex.

Update for the One-Act Festival - all students who signed up to be a part of the One-Act-Festival need to see Ms Jensen and Mr Eidick today at lunch in room 203 to pick up their schedules and scripts. Rehearsals start this week after school.

Calling all actors, singers, dancers, acrobats, drummers, martial artists, musicians, hula-hoopers, ribbon dancers, whistlers, comedians, rappers, magicians, mimes, puppeteers, jugglers, and any other school appropriate talents! Send a straightforward, un-edited performance that shows your personality and talent. Videos should be no longer than 2-3 minutes in length. Please ensure your name(s), grade and school are included with your email submission. Submit your video audition to talent@blackgold.ca Submission deadline December 14, 2018. Several students will be chosen to showcase their talent at this year’s Ignite Your Potential Youth Conference on March 22, 2019. If students have any questions please have them contact us through talent@blackgold.ca 

Ms Gervais’ grade 7 Health classes, please remember to bring your doutang and pencil crayons or felt pens to class today

Grade 8/9 boys basketball try-outs will begin on Wednesday after school.  If you are interested in playing Senior or Premier, you need to come out as both teams will be made at the same time.

Use caution outside, it’s slippery

There have been a number of incidents in which cologne or axe spray is being sprayed in the hallways.  Some students and staff might be scent sensitive so please refrain from bring such items to school.

Treats for Taylor bake sale is being held today at lunch in the front entrance.

FLEX - grade 9 sign up before going on your field trip! Grade 7 block 3 or 4, grade 8 lunch or later.

**Basketball FLEX sessions - you may only sign up for either the competitive or non competitive session.  If you sign you sign up for both you will be removed!  We want to give as many kids as possible a chance to participate. 

No French Band practice on Monday after school. We will be practicing during block 3 of Flex next week so don’t forget your instrument next Wednesday! Have a great weekend !

Congratulations SR Girls on a fantastic season. You fought hard and ended the the season in fantastic fashion. Good luck this weekend in your tournament.

Congratulations Sr boys on their bronze medal and excellent season

ALL JUNIOR BOYS NEED TO SEE MME. GOUDREAU TODAY AT SOME POINT

Grade 9’s that ordered hot lunch can pick up after school in the foyer

Treats for Taylor bake sale is being held today at lunch in the front entrance.

FLEX sign up Friday - grade 9 block 1 or 2, grade 7 block 3 or 4, grade 8 lunch or later

All 8C students please meet in Ms. Gervais’ class (116) during Option B today. Please bring a pencil.
9C students please meet Mrs. Dorash in room 116 for Block 6 today.

Would Mr. Slade’s Digital Citizenship class please bring pencil crayons to his new classroom beside the Learning Commons. (The old band room)

Sr Volleyball teams there will be a serving practice today at lunch.

Any drama students who are still interested in one-act plays and did not come to the meeting yesterday at lunch, please see Miss. Jensen in room 114 today at lunch.

PE classes are in the new gym today

 

Calling all Drama lovers: if you are interested in acting in our one-act festival this year, come to a meeting today at lunch recess in Mrs. DeBoer’s room. You can sign up with a group, or come on your own and find a group! If you have any questions, find Miss Jensen or Mrs. DeBoer!

Operation Christmas Child - boxes available in the office, due Nov. 16

Calling all Drama lovers: if you are interested in acting in our one-act festival this year, come to a meeting tomorrow at lunch in Mrs. DeBoer’s room. You can sign up with a group, or come on your own and find a group! If you have any questions, find Miss Jensen or Mrs. DeBoer!

Toonies for Taylor… dontions are being accepted at the office.

Treats for Taylor bake sale Thursday during lunch. All items $2

Senior Boys Volleyball Practice at lunch

FLEX - sign up if you have not!

Jazz band practice tomorrow at 7:30am

Mrs. Baron would like to thank all the Remembrance Assembly band members, cadets, dancers and speakers. Your involvement and effort on Friday made for a wonderful remembrance assembly. Thanks also to Mr. Slade and Mr. Morin for your involvement as well.

Pizza Tuesday! $2.50/slice

Monday the 12th no school- enjoy your long weekend.

Calling all Drama lovers: if you are interested in acting in our one-act festival this year, come to a meeting next Wednesday Nov 14 at lunch in Mrs. DeBoer’s room. You can sign up with a group, or come on your own and find a group! If you have any questions, find Miss Jensen or Mrs. DeBoer!

There have been a few necklaces turned into office, we are looking for their owner.

band 7 kids that are in foods are asked to sign up for another FLEX choice for next week Nov. 14 ( both blocks). Regular classes will continue the following week

Service Learning 9 students: we are going to the daycare today so please skip your break and come immediately to Mrs. DeBoer’s room after block 2.

All Volleyball players coming to U of A game tonight need to meet in Mr Eidick’s (203) room at first break

Grade 9 Field trips - Law Courts & Mamma Mia, permission forms need to be completed in Powerschool.

Did you miss out on ordering last year’s yearbook - we have a few extra copies for sale in the office for $30

Calling all Drama lovers: if you are interested in acting in our one-act festival this year, come to a meeting next Wednesday Nov 14 at lunch in Mrs. DeBoer’s room. You can sign up with a group, or come on your own and find a group! If you have any questions, find Miss Jensen or Mrs. DeBoer!

Our Remembrance Day ceremony will be at 9AM Friday.

No School, Monday, November 12

Important yearbook meeting at lunch recess in Mrs. Buzak’s class!

Assembly after the morning break.

Parents are encouraged to check Powerschool regularily. If you require assistance with Powerschool please contact the office at jeloffice@blackgold.ca

Senior Boys have a quick meeting in Mr Eidick’s room (203) at morning break

Grade 8 band members are reminded of their practice this morning with the Grade 9 band. Please come to the band room for period 1 & 2. Please also see your teachers for the work you will be missing.

All Remembrance Day speakers are asked to meet with Mrs. Baron in Room 121 today. Bring your lunch and script at the 12:26 bell.

Mundare order to M. Morin ASAP

PIZZA TUESDAY TOMORROW!

Please send Alberta Health Services envelopes to the office

Hot lunch today is BP

Mundare Sausage order are due today, Monday am at the latest.

Happy Halloween Everyone! No School tomorrow November 1st- PD Day

Grade 9 - Please bring your Alberta Health immunization packets to the office.

Please check Powerschool regularly for field trip permission forms, fees, grades & attendance. If you require assistance with Powerschool please contact the office at jeloffice@blackgold.ca or 780-929-5977.

Gr 9 students - Please return your Alberta Health immunization folder to your homeroom teacher as soon as possible.

Pizza Tuesday - 2.50/slice

Lost and found - small items can be claimed in the office, ie. jewelry, keys, etc.

Several pieces of jewelry were turned into the office, come to the office to claim.

Jazz band is cancelled this week. Practices will resume next Wednesday.

Mrs. Baron would like to have a practice with all Remembrance Day speakers today. Please bring your lunch and script to Room 121 at 12:26.

Congratulations to the junior teams that played extremely well at the Spook and Spike tournament over this past weekend!

Junior boys volleyball meeting in Mme Goudreau’s room at 12:26. Everyone must attend.

French Band practice after school today

PD Day Thursday, November 1 - No classes

October 26, 2018 Day 5 Daily Announcements

We acknowledge that our school is on treaty 6 territory, a traditional meeting grounds, gathering place, and travelling route to the Cree, Saulteaux, Blackfoot, Metis, Dene, and Nakota Sioux.  We acknowledge all the First Nations, Métis, and Inuit whose footsteps have marked these lands for centuries.
Yearbook meeting at lunch recess in Mrs. Kay’s room.

Service Learning 9 students: You are going to volunteer at the daycare today.

Congrats on 2 excellent games last night Senior Boys- There will be a quick meeting in Mr Eidick’s room at lunch

Mr. Slade’s Digital Citizenship students, please get your movie forms in ASAP!

Daily Announcement Oct 25, 2018 Day 4

We acknowledge that our school is on treaty 6 territory, a traditional meeting grounds, gathering place, and travelling route to the Cree, Saulteaux, Blackfoot, Metis, Dene, and Nakota Sioux.  We acknowledge all the First Nations, Métis, and Inuit whose footsteps have marked these lands for centuries.

Yearbook meeting is tomorrow during lunch recess in Mrs. Kay’s room (rm 125)

Pride Alliance GSA will meet tomorrow during lunch in room 117… LST room (portables)
We have a few pieces of jewelry turned into office, come down and claim it
We have special guests in our school this morning a few Black Gold School Trustees


FLEX  - no sign up this week due to Halloween Activities next Wednesday

We acknowledge that our school is on treaty 6 territory, a traditional meeting grounds, gathering place, and travelling route to the Cree, Saulteaux, Blackfoot, Metis, Dene, and Nakota Sioux.  We acknowledge all the First Nations, Métis, and Inuit whose footsteps have marked these lands for centuries.

Reminder that there will be a Yearbook meeting Friday at lunch recess in Mrs. Kay’s room
Mr. Salade’s Digital Citizenship class - please remember to get your movie forms signed and in ASAP!

Congrats to the Junior boys volleyball team last night for winning all three of their games!

Me to We will be selling Rafikis near the gym tonight; Stop by!
A house key was turned into the office yesterday please come to the office to claim

French Band meet in the band room for block 3

Gr 9 students - Please return your Alberta Health immunization folder to your homeroom teacher as soon as possible.

If you are interested in working on the yearbook, there will be a Yearbook meeting Friday at lunch recess in Mrs. Kay’s room (rm 125).

There will be a choir practice today. Bring your lunch to the band room at 12:26. New members are still being encouraged to sign up. 

The jazz band will practice tomorrow at 7:30am. All grade 8 and 9 band members are invited to attend.

Senior Boys Practice after school

7BC Girls’ Phys. Ed - class will be outside today - please meet in the gym.

French Band member please remember to bring your instrument for block 3 in Flex tomorrow.

Parent Teacher interviews are Wednesday, October 24 from 3:30 - 8:00pm.

Classy threads orders are due today. If you forgot your form please see Mrs. Nessel at lunch to complete your order.

FLEX - if you have not signed up for FLEX this week, please do so right away!

Gr 9 Immunization forms went home Friday, students please return to your homeroom teacher as soon as possible.

Don’t forget French Band practice after school today in the band room.

PIZZA TUESDAY tomorrow.

Parent Teacher interviews are Wednesday, Oct. 24. Log onto jel.schoolappointments.com if you have not yet registered.

Senior boys practice after school

Mandatory quick Junior boys meeting at lunch at 12:26 in Mme. Goudreau’s room. Everyone HAS to attend.

Congratulations to all the cross country runners that raced last weekend in the Autumn Classic.

Pizza Tuesday today.

Parent teacher online booking opens today at 3PM - log into jel.schoolappointments.com to register

The first Hot lunch is Thursday, October 18 not the 26th as stated in Sabre Scoop.

PIZZA TUESDAY!!!!

The equipment that our School Council purchased for student use outside at noon hour is very popular!  This is wonderful.  However, the last few days many, many items were left on the school grounds at the end of the recess.  If you take equipment out, you are responsible to return it to the bin. 

Massive congratulations going out to the junior boys volleyball team for capturing the silver medal this weekend!!! Well done guys!!

French Band practice start’s after school today. Please come to the Band Room for 3h10. If you can’t make it please talk to Mme LaBrie.

Anyone interested in helping with the Remembrance Day Ceremony should see Mrs. Baron today at 12:46 in the band room. Both English and French students will be needed for the readings and MC.

The choir will be meeting tomorrow at 12:26 in the band room. Bring your lunch and come ready to sing. New members are still welcome

Jazz band practice is Wednesday morning. Anyone in Grade 8 or 9 is invited to attend!

Great effort to the JR girls Volleyball this weekend.

FLEX - gr 8 and 9 - sign up!

Students - please check the lost and found.

If you lost a bank card -please come claim it at the office

If you have lost a lunch kit, please come to the office to claim it

Service Learning 9: we will be walking outside today. Please come dressed for the weather.

FLEX - grade 9’s sign up now! Grade 8’s - 10:24 break or later.  Grade 7’s are on a field trip

Grade 7 students and staff, please make sure that your field trip forms for the Strathcona Wilderness Centre are taken care of. 

Last call for hot lunch orders; order online at jelapointe.hotlunches.net

Reminder there is no GSA today at lunch. Thank you

Picture retakes are Oct. 22

Gr 7 Strathcona Field trip forms are now in Powerschool

Parent Teacher interviews are Oct. 24; more info to be emailed soon

Students, please ensure that you have your locks secured on your lockers at all times.  This is to be sure that all of your belongings are safe. If you are having challenges with your locker, please let your teacher know or check with Mr. Helgren or Mrs. Tonita.

All students attending We Day, please report to Mme Walker’s class at 12:26 for a mandatory quick meeting. +
Those who have not signed the online permission by 10am form will not be attending We Day; the assigned ticket will reassigned to the winner of a random draw. Stay tuned as you will be notified to attend the lunch meeting if you are selected.

Service Learning 9 students: make sure to have a coat for tomorrow’s class as we will be walking outside collecting food for the food bank.

Serving practice for Senior volleyball teams at lunch recess

Pride GSA is cancelled for tomorrow

JR girls volleyball practice today afterschool

FLEX sign up tomorrow - gr 9 - block 1 and 2, grade 8 - break or later, grade 7’s you will not sign up as you will be on a field trip.

Picture retake day is Monday, October 22

Gr 7 Strathcona Wilderness field trip is Wednesday, October 17

Parent Teacher interviews will be Wednesday, October 24 (more information will be emailed soon)

If you love Science and are willing to give up some free time to compete for glory in April, come to Mr. Slade’s room tomorow at 1245 for more information.

PIZZA TUESDAY! 

Hot lunch - order online until Oct. 12

Thank-you to all of those who donated food items for the Leduc Food Bank and to all of the Me to We helpers. WE raised 377 items in one week and could not have done it without you!

Jazz band morning practice starts tomorrow at 7:30am. If you are in grade 8 or 9 band, you are invited to attend!

The choir will be meeting today at lunch. We are in need of members, so if you are interested in singing, bring your lunch to the band room at 12:26.

Senior boys practice after school

JR Girls Meet M.Morin in the gym at 1230

Great job to our cross country runner this weekend at the John bole race.

Junior Boys volleyball meet at the front of the school at 3:10. We will be walking to Dansereau together

Today is World Teacher Day.  Our school is incredibly fortunate to have teachers who care about their students and the value of education, and who also have a high level of education themselves. Young people in many parts of the world would love to have the quality education that we enjoy. Take some time today to show your teachers you appreciate them!

Reminder: Me to We students to meet in room 206 at lunch to help collect food bank donations.

We Day list will be finalized and posted outside room 206 (Mme Walker) at 3 o’clock.

GSA will meet in room 116 at the 12:26 bell. Everyone is welcome! Bring your lunch.

Great Job Senior Boys on 2 excellent victories last night.

Reminder to all students attending  Google Read & Write session, please meet in Rm 116 at your designated time. Grade 7’s start right after announcements.

Great Job Senior Girls also  on 2 excellent victories last night.

GSA will meet tomorrow at lunch in room 116 (portables) at 12:26. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Ms Gervais’ health classes are asked to bring a duotang and lined paper to class today.

Senior boys volleyball has a practice at lunch in the gym

Junior boys practice after school

Senior girls volleyball game tonight in Wetaskiwin

Reminder: Me to WE room 206 at lunch

Hot lunch online ordering open until Oct. 12

2017-2018 Awards Ceremony is tonight at 6PM

GSA will meet on Friday at lunch in room 116 (portables) Everyone is welcome! Bring your lunch.

Me to We will meet tomorrow at lunch in room 206. Bring your lunch!

Congratulations to the junior boys volleyball team on winning both of their games last night in Leduc! Everyone played remarkably well!! Awesome job.

Two more days to bring in your can of salmon, gravy mix, instant oatmeal or other non perishable items for the Leduc Food Bank. Thanks to all of those thinking of your fellow Beaumont residents in need!

Great job to the JR Girls! We are off to a great start. Practice tomorrow after school.

Yearbook pickup in the office.

Yearbooks - If you ordered a 2017-2018 yearbook, drop by the office during one of the breaks to pick up. Did you forget to order one and would like one, we have a few copies for sale for $30.00.

The start of Jazz Band is postponed until next Wednesday, Oct. 10th. All Grade 8 or 9 band members are invited to attend. Practices are at 7:30am in the band room.

Ms Gervais’ health classes are asked to bring a duotang and lined paper to class today.

There will be short meeting today at lunch for anyone interested in choir. Bring your lunch to the band room at 12:26. The choir will be preparing music for the Remembrance Day ceremony, as well as Christmas concert.

There will also be a short meeting today for anyone going to Camp Evergreen at 12:45 in the band room. If you are going to camp on Thursday morning, you must be at this meeting, so please remember to attend.

Senior Boys Volleyball meeting in room 111 at lunch. Bring your lunch

JR Girls volleyball practice at lunch… and Good luck to the JR Girls and Boys as they play their first games tonight.

Do you keep forgetting to bring in your food donation for the food bank? You’re not alone! But guess what? It’s not too late! You have until Friday morning to bring in that can of chili or cranberry stuffing! WE can meet our goal of 840 items with your help!

Tomorrow is Early dismissal and Hat Day!

Pizza Tuesday - $2.50/slice

If you lost a bike lock key, please come to the office to claim.

A pair of boys runners were dropped off in the office the first week of school and have yet to be claimed.

Orange Shirt Day tomorrow, Friday, September 28 - As we learn more about the effects that residential schools had on so many young people, we learn that we are all connected and the hurts of one community affect all of us.  In solidarity with our indigenous people, we encourage all staff and students to wear an orange shirt tomorrow. 

Congratulations to our many cross country members who participated in the LDAA track meet yesterday.  What a fabulous showing!  Our results were outstanding, in true J.E.L. tradition. As well, we are extremely proud of the behaviour of all of these students ,as you represented our school in such a way that others look to our school and want to be like us.  Thank you also to M Morin and Mr. Mistol for coordinating this event.

Senior Boys Volleyball practice today at lunch

Good luck to the Senior ladies’ volleyball team as they start their season tonight in Wetaskiwin. There will be a brief meeting for the senior ladies’volleyball team in Mme Stewart’s room (208) at the 12:26 bell.

Junior boys volleyball practice after school today. Please see Mme Goudreau if you are unable to make it.

Junior Girls volleyball practice after school today.

Congratulation to the JEL cross country team! We had 47 runner and we won 4 of the 6 team events. As well we had many top 10 finishes-

GSA will meet for the first time this year tomorrow during lunch. Everyone is welcome to join us in room 116 (portables). Bring your lunch

Would the grade 9 students going to camp evergreen next week see Mrs. baron at the break this morning

Parent Council meeting tonight at 6:30pm. All parents are welcome to attend.

Attention all students: This year, J.E. Lapointe and Me to We has committed to the Leduc Food bank (serving Beaumont) to raise 860 items of food by October 5th; to meet this challenge, we need YOUR help!

If each one us contributes 2 non-perishable food items, we will meet our goal and help families in need celebrate a Thanksgiving for which to be thankful. Let’s do this! Bring in as many items as you can to your homeroom teacher starting tomorrow! :)

Any students interested in finding out more about the Science Olympics, please meet in Mr. Slade’s room at 12:45 today.  This is for any student in grades 7 to 9.

Senior Boys Practice after school

Could gr. 7 students that ordered classy threads PJ pant kits please come to the home ec room at noon to pick up your fabric . Gr. 8 and 9 students that are making a garment need to come as well.

Good luck to the LDAA Cross Country participants today.

Photo day is Monday, reminder not to wear green. 

Meeting for French Band in Mme LaBrie’s class today at lunch recess.

This is a reminder for students who come into the school early.  You may go to your locker to get ready for the day but please do not go into the classrooms or interrupt your teachers until 8:15 if they are working in the classroom.  This is their time until 8:15 so please remain out of the classroom until then….unless a teacher has requested you to work in the classroom.

FLEX sign up is today! Grade 7’s you can sign up now, grade 8’s block 3 or 4 and grade 9’s anytime after lunch.  See Mrs Dorash in rm 117 at lunch if you need help!

Senior ladies volleyball practice Monday at lunch!!

Grade 7 and 8 Boys tryout after school

If you are interested of joining the French Band (need to be in French Immersion) please meet in room 119 Mme LaBrie’s class at lunch today!

Running club after school today. 310-330

Girls Volleyball grade 7-8 try outs today at lunch.

Thank you to all of the girls who tried out for the Senior Volleyball team- the list is posted on the athletics board outside of the gym. There will be a meeting for all Senior Ladies volleyball players today at the 12:26 lunch bell in Mme Stewart’s room, room 208.

Last chance to order Classy Threads.

Flex signup gr. 7 block 1 & 2, gr. 8 3 & 4 and gr. 9 lunchtime or later

Students: please remember to enter the school at 8:15 and not before.

Grade 7 and 8 Boys volleyball tryout Thursday after school.

Grade 7 & 8 girls volleyball tryout today after school.

PIZZA TUESDAY is today at lunch in the front foyer by the office.  $2.50 slice!
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Ms Gervais’ health classes are reminded to bring pencil crayons to class today

TERRY FOX RUN: Please remember to dress appropriately for the weather!  We will be accepting financial donations in the office that will be forwarded to the Terry Fox Foundation,  everyone is encouraged to donate if they able.  Each student will be given one hot dog and a water bottle for lunch

Grade 8 and 9 girls volleyball tryouts are tomorrow morning- doors open at 7:05, tryouts start at 7:15

Grade 8 and 9 Boys tryout tonight

Reminder that there is a grade 8/9 girls volleyball tryout after school today. Please see Mme Stewart if you have any questions

Reminder to any gr. 7 student  that wants to order Classy Threads for sewing, the orders are due tomorrow. Please make sure to hand in your form to Mrs. Nessel.

Volleyball Tryouts grade 7 Girls Wednesday 310-430

What comes after Monday???  PIZZA TUESDAY!   Bring your money for tomorrow’s grand opening.  $2.50 a slice.  And remember, it’s always bigger prices, smaller slices!

Grade 8 and 9’s Boys volleyball tryouts Tuesday after school

Grade 7 and 8’s Boys volleyball tryouts Thursday after school

Running Team today after school 310-330 - meet in the lobby.

A pair of boys runners were dropped off in the office last week, if you are missing yours please drop by the office.

Last call for lost and found...we have two sleeping bags from Jasper , Sabre band hoodie, winter boots, gym shorts, jackets, water bottles etc. Please check the office for small items like jewelery, watches, glasses, keys.  Any unclaimed items will be donated.

Gr 9 Option forms are due

Report card pickup Friday 10:30-11:30 in the KNRRC parking lot

There is a trumpet still in the band room that needs to be taken home. If you have not taken your trumpet home yet, please do so today.

Yearbook orders are due Friday. $30 on Powerschool

It’s hard to believe, but yes, there are still a few instruments in the band room waiting to be taken home. There are 2 bass guitars, 1 trumpet, 1 flute, a trombone that belongs to Jace and a french horn that belongs to Ailey.

All Me to We students are invited to come work on posters at lunch today in Mme Walker’s room.

Come pick up some Popcorn for Pets tomorrow at lunch for $1 per bag with seasoning options.  Support Me to We’s fundraiser for Zoe’s Animal Rescue
LOST AND FOUND

The Active Living students going to the gym for FLEX today are reminded to meet outside by the back doors of the school by 10:25am. Bring your snack, water bottle and lunch money.

Library books are now overdue. Make sure to hand in all your library books before June 27th!

Study Hall doc was emailed home to parents.

Study Hall forms were emailed home to parents last week, responses are due today.

Yearbooks are still available to order online thru Powerschool $30. Deadline is this Friday.

There are still quite a few instruments in the band room. There are 3 alto sax, 3 trombones, 3 guitars, 3 flutes, 3 clarinets and 4 trumpets. They were to be taken home by yesterday, so let’s get them home today please.

The Grade 8 band is reminded to bring your lunch or your potluck item to the band room today at 12:26!

Return all library books. Check your email to see what books you still have checked out!

flex- sign up!

Parent Council/PAA meeting tonight at 6:30pm.

Please check the lost and found - any unclaimed items will be donated.

A huge thank you must go out to Mr. Morin for planning a fantastic grade nine farewell trip to Jasper.  Students, teachers, and parents had a great time, so, if you are in grade nine and you see Mr. Morin today, give him a high five or a hug.

This is the last day to hand in Community Service hours. Students can drop them off in room 122 anytime this morning.

There are still quite a few instruments in the band room. They all need to be gone by today please. It is the parent’s responsibility to get them back to the rental store, as the school does not return instruments.

Grade 8 band is reminded of their potluck at lunch tomorrow!

Grade 7 band - bring snacks on Thursday!

Study Hall - link was emailed home to parents and responses are due back Tuesday

Ms. Gervais’ Health students are reminded that Community Service Hours need to be completed and handed in no later than Monday, June 18th.

Band students are reminded that your instruments are to be taken home by Monday. There are still quite a few in the band room as of this morning. If you are not taking band next year, it is your responsibility to take it home for your parents to return. The school does not return instruments.


Popcorn Sale: Thursday at lunch, “Me to We” students will be hosting a popcorn sale with profits going to “Zoe’s Animal Rescue”. You can purchase a bag of freshly popped corn for $1 while helping out animals in need. Flavour shakers will be available to season your popcorn. See you there!


Library book checkouts are closed for the remainder of the year. All library books need to be returned today. Check your emails to see what books you have out. Any books not returned will be marked lost and the replacement fine will be added to your powerschool account.

Ms. Gervais’ Health students are reminded that Community Service Hours need to be completed and handed in no later than Monday, June 18th.

Band students are reminded that your instruments are to be taken home by next Monday. If you are not signed up for band next year, it is your responsibility to take it home and return it. The school does not return instruments. If you are signed up for band, it is best to keep your instrument over the summer.

Grade 7 band students are reminded to bring their band folder with their band book to class today, as you will be returning it to Mrs. Baron. Please also bring a pencil and eraser to class today.
Library book checkouts are closed for the remainder of the year. All library books need to be returned by Friday June 15th. Any books not returned will be marked lost and the replacement fine will be added to your powerschool account.

All Me to We students please go to Ms. Gervais’ room for a very brief meeting at 12:45.  Thank-you!

FLEX - sign up tomorrow: Grade 8: block 1 or 2, Grade 7: block 3 or later.  French Immersion students will not sign up as they will be writing their FLA exam during these blocks.

Ms. Gervais’ Health students are reminded that Community Service Hours need to be completed and handed in no later than Monday, June 18th.

Band students are reminded that your instruments are to be taken home by next Monday. If you are not signed up for band next year, it is your responsibility to take it home and return it. The school does not return instruments. If you are signed up for band, it is best to keep your instrument over the summer.

Mrs. Baron’s Active Living class is reminded to get their online permission forms signed by this Friday. Right now there are only 5 students with forms complete. If more are not signed up by Friday, the trip is in danger of cancelling.

Library book checkouts are closed for the remainder of the year. All library books need to be returned by June 15th. Any books not returned will be marked lost and the replacement fine will be added to your powerschool account.

Ms. Gervais’ Health students are reminded that Community Service Hours need to be completed and handed in no later than Monday, June 18th.

Band students are reminded that your instruments are to be taken home by next Monday. If you are not signed up for band next year, it is your responsibility to take it home and return it. The school does not return instruments. If you are signed up for band, it is best to keep your instrument over the summer.

Gr. 7 foods students are reminded to bring a container and reuseable water bottle for FLEX tomorrow .
Library book checkouts are closed for the remainder of the year. All library books need to be returned by June 15th. Any books not returned will be marked lost and the replacement fine will be added to your powerschool account.

Jasper trip - students be here at 8:00 am to pack vehicles, bus departs at 9:00 am sharp

FLEX - sign up!

Ms. Gervais’ Health students are reminded that Community Service Hours need to be completed and handed in no later than Monday, June 18th.

Band students are reminded that your instruments are to be taken home by next Monday. If you are not signed up for band next year, it is your responsibility to take it home and return it. The school does not return instruments. If you are signed up for band, it is best to keep your instrument over the summer.

Active Living students are reminded to get their online school permission forms signed for the gym field trip next week. Please also remember to get the gym waiver signed and returned to Mrs. Baron by this Friday.

All library books are to be returned by Friday June 15th.

FLEX - sign up if you have not!

18/19 Student Enrollment Verification - as we are quickly nearing the end of the 17/18 school year and are already getting ready for the next year, we kindly ask parents (if not already done so) to complete the 18/19 Student Enrollment Verification in your Powerschool account. Where asked to upload documents, please disregard as we have your child's documents on record. Any questions, please contact the office at 780-929-5977. Thank you!

Final choir practice of the year is today at 12:26. All members are asked to attend.

ALL Grade 7, 8 & 9 band students are reminded that your Year End Concert is this Thursday, June 7th at 7pm. The doors will open at 6:30pm. Everyone is invited to attend this Movie Music Night of Music!

Mrs. Baron’s Active Living students are reminded to have their parents sign the online permission form for your field trip during FLEX on June 20th. It is on Powerschool.

18/19 Student Enrollment Verification - All current Blackgold students. If you have not yet done so, kindly complete in your parent Powerschool account (found under the Navigation tab).

There is an important track meeting today at 12:26 for all kids that have qualified for zones.  The list is posted on the athletics board if you are unsure if you made it.

We will be taking the team pic for track and field at the 10:24 Monday. Any kids that qaulified for the LDAA meet are asked to attend.

No FLEX sign up this week, next week is early dismissal.

9C, D & E on the Riverwatch field trip today, 9A, B & F is tomorrow, please come dressed for the weather.

Grade 9 Farewell tonight at 6:30 p.m. Please park in the KNRRC lot.

18/19 Student Enrollment verification needs to be completed in Powerschool (under the navigation tab)

Complementary Courses were emailed home - we are still missing some, please complete asap. Call the office if you require assistance.

All students - backpacks are to be left in the locker until the end of the day. Please do not bring your backpack to any of your classes, especially your block 6 class.

Reminder to gr. 8 home ec students - you are to report to the home ec room during FLEX today.

Flex - please check the sheets carefully as many students had to be moved.

Parents are asked to complete the 18/19 Student Enrollment Verification in Powerschool under the navigation tab.

Complementary course options were emailed home to parents - please complete as soon as possible.
18/19 Busing registrations opens June 1 for the 18/19 school year.

Today is the PIZZA TUESDAY GRAND FINALE!  One lucky student will win a full box of ice cream sandwiches.   Teachers, please get your slice count in to Mr. Mistol as soon as possible.

Grade Nine Students - two nights until our farewell evening.  Things begin at 630 and we are asking each student to limit their guests to two people due to gym regulations.  We also ask the students sit with their guests.  Any questions, please see Mr. Slade.

FLEX - SIGN UP!!!!!!!

Track: practice at 12:26 today at lunch

Parents are asked to complete if not already done so: 18/19 Student verification form (in Powerschool) and the complementary course selection (the Google doc was emailed out) If you are not sure if you have completed, please feel free to call the office.

Tomorrow is the final Pizza Tuesday of the year!  To celebrate, there will be one winner of a BOX of ice cream sandwiches!  In addition, our winner will get a high five from Mr. Mistol!  So come on out, grab a slice, and give yourself a chance to win two amazing prizes!

Today is the absolute last day to get Grade Nine Farewell pictures to Mr. Slade.  Do it!

Congrats to all of our students who are part of the Beaumont School of Dance on a fantastic year end show yesterday! 

A huge congratulations goes out to the Sabres Track and Field team on their amazing performance last Thursday in Leduc.  We are thrilled to be sending a total of 27 athletes to the Zones 5 meet next Tuesday in St. Albert.  To see if you have qualified, the final results are now on the athletic board.
Also, we will have practice today at lunch for all events for zone qualifiers, bring your lunch to the field at 12:26.

FLEX - please sign up if you have not! There are about 200 kids that have signed up so far...

18/19 Student Enrollment Verification - please complete in your Parent Powerschool portal

18/19 Complementary Course options link was emailed home - please complete if you have not already done so.

Reminder to Gr. 8 Home ec students to NOT sign up for flex next week .

Wellness 7 students, please got to Ms. Gervais’ room for Option B today.

ABSOLUTELY LAST CALL FOR grade nine pictures for the farewell!

ALL Grade 8 & 9 students going on the band trip next week, must come to the band room RIGHT NOW. French Immersion students, please see Mrs. Baron before you leave!

Also, remember to get your homework for next week, take your instrument & music home today and be ready to board the bus at 5:45am on Monday morning. The bus MUST leave at 6am, so do not be late!

Lastly, there will be a band trip meeting in the band room today at 12:45.

FLEX Update… the form will not be ready for sign up until lunch. sign up order stays the same: Grade 9: lunch, Grade 8: block 5, grade 7: block 6 or later.

Track athletes that have qualified for zones there will be practice time available block 3 for running and throwing events and block 4 will be available for jumping practice at the pits.  Please sign up accordingly.  Questions - see Mr Mistol or Mrs Dorash. 

As with all Fridays, today is Dress Down to Build Others Up for staff, where we dress more casually and donate money to others who are less fortunate.  The donation jar is in the main office.

Pride Alliance GSA will meet for lunch today in room 122. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Grade nine students attending the Summer School Phys. Ed and CALM (as per Ms. Gervais’ invite and registration) please do not sign up for FLEX block 4. You will be meeting in Ms. Gervais’ room at that time for some very important information.

Track & Field team. Good luck today and represent JE well!

Flex Sign up for tomorrow: Block 1 and 2 grade 9, block 3 and 4 grade 8 after that grade 7.

Congrats to all the talent show performers. You put on a really great show!

The Grade 8 & 9 Band members that are travelling to Calgary and Banff next week are reminded of the following;
See your teachers for work you will be missing
Take your folder, music and instrument home today or tomorrow
The bus is leaving at 6am, so you must be at school by 5:45am on Monday morning.

There will be a brief meeting at 12:45 tomorrow in the band room. All band members travelling must attend. If you miss the meeting, you may not be allowed to go on the trip.

The library will be closed today during lunch

Pride Alliance GSA will meet tomorrow during lunch in room 122

All French Immersion students, make sure you are on time to school tomorrow for the Field Trip :)
Don’t forget to bring your lunch!

Track - there will be relay practice on the field at 12:26 today as well as field practice for all other events. All other students: please be aware when you come out for recess that the field will be busy!

Also - get your permission slips filled out on Powerschool!  If they are not done, you stay at school tomorrow.

Teachers - please see the email regarding talent show times

Talent show Performers - please go to your period 2 class and wait to be called to the gym
All other students - return to your homerooms after the morning break

Freezie’s for sale today at lunch in the foyer. $1 each

7BC Phys Ed girls - do not change today. just meet in the gym for class

There will be a meeting for ALL talent show performers today. Bring your lunch to the gym at 12:26.

Attention Grade 8 band students: If you are going on the trip next week, please come to the band room TODAY at 10am.

Jazz band and choir practice have been postponed until June 5th.

Track meeting- check the list outside the gym to see if you have qualified.  We will meet at 12:45 in the gym

Please complete the Student Enrollment Verification form in Powerschool.

Today is Day 1, tomorrow is Day 3

PD Friday, Monday Victoria Day - classes resume Tuesday

The gym is NOT open for students to play at lunch. Please do not go into the gym and start playing around without teacher permission.

TRACK - PLEASE LISTEN! girls 800m, If you missed any other running event that you have missed must come to the field at 12:26 today as this is your last chance to qualify! Questions see Mr Mistol or Mrs Dorash.

For those who have qualified, your permission slip and payment info will be posted on Powerschool right away.  Forms and payment need to be taken care of by next wed. as track is Thursday the 24th in Leduc. 

All talent show singers have a practice today in the gym. Please bring your lunch and come at the 12:26 bell.

No FLEX sign up - next week is the Talent Show instead.

Attention Me to We students: Please meet in Mme Gervais’ room for our popcorn fundraiser planning. Bring your lunch!

18/19 Complementary Course info was emailed home to parents, please complete as soon as possible.

Please complete the 18/19 Student Enrollment Verification found in your parent Powerschool portal.

Yearbooks are available to order online thru Powerschool for $30.00

There will be a talent show practice tomorrow at lunch for ALL singers in Miss Jensen’s room.

Track - boys 800, girls 400.  Meet on the field at 12:26

Mundare Sausage pickup today from 3:00-5:30pm.

Farewell speakers from each grade nine homeroom.  Please see Mr. Slade in his classroom at 1244 today. There is an important meeting to discuss a change in the format for our farewell evening.

No French Band practice this week.

Wagon - if not claimed, it will be disposed of.

Tomorrow is the 2018 Lip Dub!  Grade nine students, bring your costumes, props, and enthusiasm, and be ready to perform.  If you are unsure of your role, we will go over things before we film tomorrow morning.

Choir practice today at 12:26

There will also be a short meeting in the band room at 12:26 for anyone who auditioned and made the list of performers.

Any Active Living students that are going to the gym for personal training tomorrow MUST see Mrs. Baron at the morning break in the band room. This is a very important meeting about permission forms, so please remember to attend!

Pizza Tuesday!!!  Teachers, please get your slice count in to Mr. Mistol right after the announcements. 

Grade nine students, you have until Friday to get your farewell pics in to Mr. Slade.

Track - girls 200, boys 400  - please be aware when you come out for recess - watch for runners

Parent/guardian - please complete the Student Enrollment Verification in your Powerschool portal.

Complementary course selection - an email was sent home for completion

Mundare sausage will be available for pick up from 3:00-5:00 on Wednesday.

If there are any grade 7 students interested in going to Coloniale to try out for long jump or triple jump next week during FLEX please see Mrs Dorash or Mr Mistol and do not sign up for FLEX next week for either block.

Pride Alliance GSA will be meeting tomorrow in Ms Gervais’ room at lunch. Everyone is most welcome to attend.

FLEX sign up for Friday: Grade 8’s block 1 or 2, grade 7’s block 3 or 4.  Reminder to grade 9’s you will not be signing up. 

Talent show auditions continue and finish up today. Anyone left to audition should meet in the gym at 12:26 with your lunch. Thanks to everyone who came out to auditions. The list of performers will be posted next week.

Active living students are reminded to hand in their gym waiver forms to Mrs. Baron by today if you are interested in going on the field trip next week. If you handed in your form already, please make sure your parent signs the online permission form on Powerschool.

Complementary Course selections were emailed home to parents, please complete by May 14.

Parents are asked to complete the 18/19 Student Enrollment Verification form in the parent Powerschool portal.

Talent Show auditions continue at 12:26 today in the gym for dancers and gymasts. Tomorrow is instrumental and any other acts.

Discus finals are today at lunch.  Please check the athletic board to see if you have qualified. 
If you are going to Coloniale to try-out for long and triple jump during Flex, please meet in the gym at the start of period 3.

Active Living students are reminded to hand in their waivers for personal training next week. There are only 4 spots left, so get your form in to Mrs. Baron ASAP! Please also be sure to tell your parents to sign the online permission form on Powerschool.

Fortnite!  Now that I have your attention, Mr. Slade really needs the grade nine farewell pictures as soon as possible.  If you do not submit, your school picture will be used in the slideshow.

The Lip Dub is one week away so get your costumes, props, and lip syncing ready!

Anyone that forgot to order a Classy Threads kit can come and see Mrs. Nessel today. LAST CHANCE!!!

Today is the last volleyball session for girls in grade 7-9 today after school until 4:30. See you there!!

Parents are kindly asked to complete the 18/19 Student Enrollment Verification in Powerschool.

Complementary Course info was emailed home, please complete by May 14.

Attention all badminton team members!  Pictures WILL take place tomorrow during the morning break...no matter what!  Bring your jersey.

Grade 9 Farewell pictures are still being accepted.  Please send to Mr. Slade as soon as possible.

Attention band members: Please get your instrument after the morning announcements and head to the gym for setup and performance today!

Talent Show auditions start today at 12:26 in the band room
Singers - please all come to the band room today.
Wednesday is dance and gymnastic routines in the gym.
Thursday is all other acts.

A huge THANK-YOU to all who helped fundraise for our Me to We Water Walk.

We have met our top goal and raised $2092.70!

That means water for life for 83 people in India! Stay tuned for some new hair dos.

Attention Home ec students - A Classy Threads order will be placed TONIGHT so if you want to order and forgot,  you need to see Mrs. Nessel TODAY at break or at lunch. Jamie Fraser please see Mrs. Nessel at lunch today.

Important track update - this week during flex we will take the gr 8 and 9 that signed up to the pits at Coloniale.  Grade 7’s you will go next week - please make sure that you have signed up for FLEX this week.

100m tryouts are today at 12:26 - this finals are determined by placing so it is important all runners are on the field right away.

Today is the javelin finals for both boys and girls!  Meet out in the field at 12:26pm.  There is a list of finalists on the athletic board.  If you missed that event during class or would like to try-out, anyone is welcome.  Again...even if you are NOT on the list, you can still come at lunch.

The exhibits at the science fair last night were phenomenal.  Mr. Slade got some great feedback from parents, staff, and students.  Thanks to all those that put in the time and effort.  Would all available participants please come to the gym after announcements to help put away tables?

One final note from the Science Fair - the decision is in, as voted by you, and the teacher with the nastiest keyboard, and winner of a container of Lysol wipes, is Mr. Morin!

Today is the last day to order JE Lapointe school wear!!!!

Grade nines - please send Mr. Slade your farewell pics!

Would the lip dub crew please see Mr. Slade quickly after the announcements.

Correction on yesterday’s announcement... Mr. Mistol and Mr. Raymond defeated Micah and German 3 games to 1 on orientation night.

There is volleyball today after school until 4:30 for all grade 7-9 girls interested. See you there!

Badminton team pictures and banner signing has been postponed to tomorrow due to science olympics.  If you forgot your jersey…..bring it for tomorrow!

Girls javelin finals are today at lunch.  Please meet out in the field near the shed.  Check the athletic board to see if you have qualified.

Talent show auditions are next week. Anyone that signed up to audition is to come to the band room at 12:26 with your lunch. Auditions are closed and only those auditioning will be allowed to be in the room.

Here is the schedule;
Monday and Tuesday are singers
Wednesday are dancers and gymnastics (in the gym)
Thursday are any other acts

A reminder to ALL band students to have your instrument here for Monday’s performance in the gym. The gym set up will be first thing in the morning, so if you are able to come help move equipment to the gym before classes start, that would be appreciated. Grade 7 and Grade 8 band members, please also remember to ask your teachers for any work that you will be missing that morning (period 1 & 2)

Today is the JE Lapointe Science Fair!  Come by between 130 and 430 and see what our Einsteins have been working on!  Teachers, please check the sign up sheet to select a block to come by.
Grade nine students, thank you for getting your farewell pictures in!  Those who haven’t, please send to Mr. Slade ASAP.

Congratulations to Mr. Raymond and Mr. Mistol on defeating Micah and German is last nights epic badminton match during the open house.  The boys fought hard, but as the great Lou Holtz once said: “You’re only as good as your last game”.  With that being said, Mr. Mistol and Mr. Raymond are going out on top and retiring from the sport.

TRACK is finally starting! We will have girls javelin tryouts and boys 100m tryouts on the field at 12:26 tomorrow.  Please check the athletics board Thursday morning to see if you have qualified. 
Friday - Girls - 100m, Boys Javelin. Once again at 12:26 on the field

Next Wed during FLEX we have booked the sand pits at Coloniale.  If you are interested in trying out for either long jump or triple jump please see Mr Mistol or Mrs Dorash so your name can be added to the list. 

The May CBYC calendar is available in the office.

Students volunteering for the home ec station and cookie making please be in the home ec room by 4:30 today. We will start as soon as everyone arrives.

Reminder to all students to meet us outside during lunch recess to throw a pie (for only $1) at teacher. Help us reach $2000 and give Grayson a new do. We are soooo close!

Students helping with the Open House, please wear Sabres wear

Talent show auditions are next week. Anyone that signed up to audition is to come to the band room at 12:26 with your lunch. Auditions are closed and only those auditioning will be allowed to be in the room. Here is the schedule;
Monday and Tuesday are singers
Wednesday are dancers and gymnastics (in the gym)
Thursday are any other acts

Can ALL teachers please send your bottle recycling to M.Morin’s room during first block…. in return M.Morin will give you a shiny new recycling bag!

42 days till Jasper trip!!!!

Science Fair is tomorrow!  Don’t forget your projects and we will meet in the gym at 12:45 to set up.

Open House for students new to JE tonight from 5:30-7:00pm.

Grade nine students that have not completed the online form the lip dub, please do so ASAP.  Also, make sure to get your costumes ready!

PIZZA TUESDAY TODAY!!!  Smaller slices for higher prices!   Teachers, please get your slice count in to Mr. Mistol right after announcements.
If you still have your Mundare Sausage form please bring it to Mr. Morin now.
Attention all “Water Warriors” contenders:

Upon reviewing Friday’s results, the Water Walk Committee has concluded that  the most deserving recipient of the 2018 “Water Warriors” Title is M. Morin’s class.  They shall receive the honor to guard the water jug trophy this year. We acknowledge that 7D did have the fastest time, however M. Morin’s class arrived at the finish line with all of their village members, while 7D had a few missing members at their clocked in time.

Congratulations to M. Morin and his students on working as a team to complete the entire course united and without wheels!
All students: Don’t miss your chance to “Pie a teacher” this Wednesday during lunch recess. Bring a Loonie! All proceeds will go towards our water goal. Students, you are very close to meeting every single Water Challenge by reaching $2000! You supply the Loonies, we supply the pies!
Me to We Open House students: Please stop by to see Mme Walker… :)
Students helping with our upcoming Open House are encouraged to wear Sabre tshirts, hoodies or colours.
Mr. Slade received 20 farewell pictures last night!  Keep it up niners!
Two days until the Science Fair.  Participants, get your items in anytime before then and bring to Mr. Slade’s room.

Any grade 7, 8 or 9 girls interested in coming out for a volleyball clinic to prepare for next season, we will be running 4 clinics in the next 2 weeks. This week will be Thursday and Friday after school until 4:30. More information to come at the assembly tomorrow. Any questions, please see Mme Stewart.
This is Choir practice today at lunch
Are any Grade 9 students interested in performing a musical number at your farewell on May 31st? If so, please see Mrs. Baron.
Talent show auditions start next week, so see Mrs. Baron TODAY if you are still interested in auditioning.

Attention students: Spring has sprung and so has another opportunity to order some awesome JE Lapointe gear.  T-shirts, shorts, sweats are all available to purchase online by following this link:  https://jelapointe.mybusinesssolutions.ca/

A huge congratulations to the Sabres badminton team on winning all 3 banners for the 10th year in a row!!  Mr. Mistol will explain more at the assembly on Wednesday.

Students in gr. 9 Foods are asked to bring in work or their textiles supplies for today’s class. Due to the shortened class we will not have time to cook today.

Grade 7 Health students, please bring your duotang, a ruler and pencil crayons to class today.

Me to We students who are working on the open house slide show and display please see Mme Walker today. Thanks!

Thank-you to all of you, JE students, for your participation, enthusiasm, and fundraising during our First Annual Water Walk. We are so very close to our $2000 goal!
If you have any donations (forms, cash, cheques or online) please ensure you submit them today or tomorrow so that Grayson and our teachers can prepare for their makeovers.

Jazz band practice will continue tomorrow morning at 7:30am

Choir practice is also tomorrow at lunch

If you are interested in auditioning for the talent show, please see Mrs. Baron by this Wednesday!

Band students: if you signed up to come hang out and jam in the band room on open house night, don’t forget that it’s this Wed from 5:30 - 7pm

Science Fair participants.  Remember that the fair is this Thursday!  Have your things here any time this week and drop off in Mr. Slade’s room.

Thank you to all of the grade nine students that have submitted baby and re-creation pictures to Mr. Slade for the farewell video.  If you have not submitted, please do so ASAP. 

There will be a brief meeting in the gym for all badminton players who are competing in Wetaskiwin this Saturday.  Also, good luck!

Did you know that the average total cost for drilling and maintaining a well in India is $5000-15 000? That is to provide a whole community with water for many years or for a lifetime. That means health, education, agriculture sustainability, and a better quality of life. Thank-you for joining us today in our Walk for Water.

So far, we have raised over $800, that is before all of you contributing $3!

Which tribe will work together today to become the first annual “Water Warriors” today by winning the Water Walk Challenge? Will you claim the trophy and bragging rights?

The Science Fair is next Thursday!  Make sure that you wrap things up this weekend!

Still no hats or hoodies to be worn in the school. Please take them off as you enter the building.

Badminton practice is for group #1 today after school.

Tomorrow is our Water Walk!

Please dress in blue & white (weather appropriate clothes).

Bring your $3 donation and plenty of water to drink throughout the day as the fountains will be shut off! Our base goal is $1200 and $25= water for life for one person,

Students interested in helping out at our Open House next Wednesday are asked to see Ms Gervais or Mrs. Dorash today to pick up an information/permission form.

Reminder that classroom Water Walk posters are due by the end of today. If the artists need extra time to complete them, Ms. Gervais’ room will be open during lunch.

There will be a short assembly this morning, beginning at 8:40, for all grade nine students.  Teachers, please bring your class to the gym and you are free to go afterwards.  It should take about 20 minutes.

Last call for Write on Stationary orders - if you have one please bring to the office right after the announcements.

Any badminton players who are playing in Wetaskiwin on Saturday are welcome to practice at lunch today.

Do you have a talent that you should be showing off to the school? Are you thinking of auditioning for the talent show? Auditions will take place at lunch the week of May 7th. Please see Mrs. Baron to sign up!

Write On stationary orders - please bring to the office

Badminton practice is after school for Group #1.  No practice today at lunch.

A special shout out to Mme Walker’s Wellness 8 option students for cleaning a large part of our school yard. They collected 3 bags of rubbish from the south field & half of the east side alone! Thank-you!

IF you have signed up for Poetry Cafe with Mr Eidick please meet in the drama room at morning break ready to present. 

9D will meet in Mr Eidick’s room 121 during block 4.

Grade nines - the annual Lip Dub is coming!  Please check the survey on the Flex page to provide your input!

There will be a meeting tomorrow at 1245 for all students participating in the Science Fair.  At least one member from each group must meet in Mr. Slade’s room at 1245.

Choir today at lunch

Scuba students- please meet in the band room at morning break with everything you need to go to the pool

Talent show sign up continues! see Mrs. Baron this week if you want to audition!

Attention students: Spring has sprung and so has another opportunity to order some awesome JE Lapointe gear.  T-shirts, shorts, sweats are all available to purchase online by following this link:  https://jelapointe.mybusinesssolutions.ca/
Deadline to order is May 4th.

Badminton for group #1 is today after school.  Optional practice for the Int’s and Seniors attending the Wetaskiwin tournament is at lunch today.

Students who have signed up for Ms. Gabriel’s DIY Body Scrubs for Mother’s Day should see her for a supply list. Those without materials will not be allowed to participate.

As of today, there are only 9 people signed up to audition for the talent show. Do you have a talent and have not signed up yet? Please see Mrs. Baron to sign up THIS week, as auditions are the week of May 7th.

Choir members - there will be a practice at lunch today

Scuba students - please remember to bring your swimsuit, towel and anything else you need to go the pool tomorrow!

PIZZA TUESDAY is today!!! Smaller slices, bigger prices!!!  A reminder to teachers to e-mail your slice count to Mr. Mistol after announcements.

French Band practice after school today!! Please let Mme LaBrie if you can’t make it.

Niners!  Please get your baby pics into Mr. Slade! 

Attention students: Spring has sprung and so has another opportunity to order some awesome JE Lapointe gear.  T-shirts, shorts, sweats are all available to purchase online by following this link:  https://jelapointe.mybusinesssolutions.ca/
Teachers, please feel free to click on the above link to show your homeroom what is available.  Deadline to order is May 4th.

A huge congratulations goes out to the Sabres Badminton team on their performance at the North finals this Saturday in Devon.  JE Lapointe came in first in 14 of 15 categories and 2nd in the other.  All of our athletes have qualified for the final tournament in Wetaskiwin this Saturday.

The badminton practice groups have changed again.  Please check the athletic board to see which group you are in.  All intermediates and seniors who qualified for Wetaskiwin are practicing at lunch today. 

Science Fair participants.  Just a reminder that there are 10 days left until the big event!

FLEX!!  Everyone should be signed up for block 3 by now… teachers please check your lists.

Thank you to all the students who participated in the Destination Imagination presentation night on Thursday! Winners, please stop by Mrs. DeBoer’s room sometime today to collect your prize.

Do you dance, play an instrument, sing or have some other funny act? If so, we’d love to hear you audition the week of May 7th. Please see Mrs. Baron to sign up!

Jazz band members - early morning practice is cancelled for tomorrow! Choir members - there will be a practice at lunch tomorrow

The scuba students MUST get their paperwork to Mrs. Baron BEFORE going to period 1 today. The following students, please bring your paperwork to the band room….

A reminder that our Water Walk is this Friday. Please plan to bring your $3 donation for the walk and your own drinking water, as the school fountains will be off for the day in order to bring awareness. Thank-you!

NO hats, hoodies, toques! Not in class. Not in the hall. Not in the gym or the library.

There will be a very important badminton meeting for all players who are competing in Devon this Saturday.  Meet in the gym at 12:26pm.

Practice at lunch today is for all players who are competing this Saturday.

Attention students: Spring has sprung and so has another opportunity to order some awesome JE
Lapointe gear.  T-shirts, shorts, sweats are all available to purchase online by following this link:  https://jelapointe.mybusinesssolutions.ca/

Teachers, please feel free to click on the above link to show your homeroom what is available. 
Deadline to order is May 4th.

Students who completed pour paintings please pick them up from Ms. Gabriel in rm. 112 at lunch.

Gr. 8 band students that are currently in foods are asked to sign up for a FLEX option for block 3.

There will be no foods next week, so you need to sign up for Block 3

The school talent show is happening May 23rd. Performers are chosen by audition, so if you are interested in trying out, please sign up with Mrs. Baron. Auditions will take place at lunch during the week of May 7th.

All Discover Scuba students are reminded to hand in their paperwork to Mrs. Baron. This MUST be in by Monday.

No school Friday.

FLEX - sign up tomorrow: Anytime!!! If you are in Mr Eidicks Poetry Cafe do not sign up at all. 

Students are to pick up their pour paintings from Ms. Gabriel in rm. 112 at lunch.

Group #1 badminton practice is today after school.

Also, if you are not playing in this Saturday’s badminton tournament,  you need to bring your jersey back before tomorrow.

Are there any Science Fair forms still be handed in?  Mr. Slade is waiting until the end of the day!

The school talent show is happening May 23rd. Performers are chosen by audition, so if you are interested in trying out, please sign up with Mrs. Baron. Auditions will take place at lunch during the week of May7th.

All Discover Scuba students are reminded to be in the band room today at morning break.

Dancers and singers that are performing today during Flex please be in the gym for 10h30.

A cell phone was found outside, please come to the office to identify.

A Huge congrats to PK McCrackin for WINNNING Nationals in the 55kg U17 Mens Category! GREAT JOB!!!!!

A reminder to the students helping to ref at the Beaumont Cup to meet Mr. Dellezay near the curling rink lobby at 3:20pm.

Grade nine students.  Please email Mr. Slade a picture of you as a baby, infant, or toddler AND PLEASE take the time to recreate it and send that picture too.  We are going to create an awesome farewell video.

Mr. Slade will accept late Science Fair project forms until tomorrow morning so get them in and show the world what an Einstein you are.

Badminton practice - Group #2 at lunch
                                   Group #3 after school.

All dancers that will perform on Wednesday need to come in Miss Gervais room at 12h26 until the bell for the afternoon. Bring your lunch you could eat it while we are practicing. If you are one of the three singers and you would like to also practice. Please come see me in Miss Gervais room and we will find you a place.

French Band practice after school today!

BCHS BAndits football Spring Camp is starting up.  For more information/sign up, please go to the Parent Portal on PowerSchool.

Did you know?
The United Nations is working to provide affordable access to clean water and adequate sanitation facilities to everyone on earth by 2030. 
If you want to help reach this goal, join “Me to We” and the “Walk for Water” campaign to help people in India.
-Pick up a pledge form (you can ask friends, family members or neighbors). -Donate online at Crowdrise.com (See Ms. Gervais or Mme Walker for the link) -Drop off some change (or bills) in the office. It all adds up! 

The school talent show is coming up on May 23rd. Our talent show is by audition only, so if you are interested in auditioning, please sign up with Mrs. Baron. Auditions will take place during a lunch hour in May. Stay tuned for exact dates.

Choir practice today at lunch!

Parent Council meeting tonight at 6:30pm.

Science Fair planning forms are due to Mr. Slade or Mme Stewart by Monday.

Ms Gervais’ room will be open to Me to We students today at lunch. You may come work on any project such as video, announcements, posters or planning.

Pride Alliance GSA students are most welcome to also come to Ms Gervais’ room to have lunch today. There will be no formal meeting today, but you are welcome to come for lunch.

Congratulations to Teanna, Jaden and Shayla for your music festival solo performances on Wednesday. That takes a lot of courage and you all did a great job.

Congratulations to our school concert and jazz bands as well. Your performances yesterday earned you both a GOLD standard, so great job to you!

Thanks to any of the students that stayed after school yesterday to help unload instruments.
Mrs. Baron’s Active Living students are asked to check with her before getting changed for class today.

There is no FLEX sign up today - we will be participating in a whole school activity.

Group 3 Badminton today at lunch

Library will be closed at noon today.

Please complete your child's "Enrollment Verification" form found in your parent Powerschool account.

Jerseys are being worn today in support of Humboldt Broncos

Library will be closed at lunch today. Please go outside and enjoy the fresh air and some physical activity.

Mme Gervais’ room will be open to Me to We students today at lunch. You may come work on any project such as video, announcements, posters or planning.

Badminton practice today at lunch for Seniors.

Group #1 is after school.

Reminder to all grade 9’s - your “signed” course planners are due tomorrow for High School registration, no course planner, no registration.

Good luck to all band members playing at the Festival today.

Students in Math support for Flex: we are NOT in Mrs. Collett’s room today. Please come to room 116.

All Jr/Int badminton players who are competing at Dansereau today need to meet in the gym at 12:26pm for a very important meeting.
 
Thursday, April 12 is Jersey Day.  Wear a jersey to school (any sport) in support of the Humboldt Broncos. ) Band members: You are playing at the festival on this day, but if you would like to wear a jersey over your white shirt that will be ok too.

Congratulations to the choir on their GOLD medal performance yesterday! Great job choir!

Band members are reminded of their performance tomorrow. Remember to wear black and white and to come to the band room as soon as you get to school. Instruments will be loaded into parent cars at the back parking lot from 8:15 to 8:30. Band students will go to homeroom for attendance and announcements, then head to the busses that will be at the front of the school.

French Band practice today after school

Badminton practice today is group #2 at lunch, #3 after school.

DIY Art students see Mrs. Gabriel at lunch if you haven”t picked up your supply list. No Supplies on Wednesday means no art.

CBYC April calendars are available in the office.

Thursday, April 12 is Jersey Day.  Wear a jersey to school (any sport) in support of the Humboldt Broncos. ) Band members: You are playing at festival on this day, but if you would like to wear a jersey over your white shirt that will be ok too.

Science Fair Project Planning Forms are due into Mr. Slade or Mme Stewart by Monday, April 16th.
All students participating in Destination Imagination, please come to Mrs. DeBoer’s room (116) at the morning break for a brief, but important meeting!

The choir is reminded to meet Mrs. Baron in the band room at the morning break ready to go to festival. Good luck to the choir!

Band members are reminded to please get their online permission forms signed, as your performance is Thursday.

PIZZA TUESDAY IS BACK!!!!

There is an emergency meeting for all choir members today at the morning break. This meeting is about the festival TOMORROW, so everyone must attend.

There are still numerous permission forms missing for the Leduc Music Festival. Band students are asked to PLEASE remind your parents and guardians to complete the online forms ASAP!

Grade 7 band members will be joining the Grade 9 band this morning for period 2. Grade 7 students are to come to the band room at the start of period 2 to get set up to play with the 9’s. There will NOT be an announcement, so please remember to come.

Congratulations to the Sabres badminton team on their amazing performance over the weekend.  JE won the aggregate trophy as the top team in Ardrossan with 48 out of a possible 50 points.  The Juniors also did amazing in Sherwood Park against older competition, winning several medals.

Practice today is group #2 at lunch, group #3 after school.

French Band practice tomorrow after school in the band room.