January 2020

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

Principal’s Message

Key Dates

Grad 2020

Bandits Sports Desk

Library & Textbooks

Student Services Information

Semester 1 Final Exam Schedule

PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE

Please see Mr. Peacocke’s weekly Principal Points at https://esbchs.blackgold.ca/home/newsletters/

CONTACT US

Ecole Secondaire Beaumont Composite High School

5417 43 Ave

Beaumont, AB T4X 1K1

Phone: 780.929.6282

Website: esbchs.blackgold.ca

Facebook: facebook.com/esbchs/

Twitter: @esbchs

Instagram: @esbchs

KEY DATES

Last Day of Semester 1 Classes

January 20, 2020

Exam Week

January 21 - January 30, 2020

Parent Council Meeting

January 29, 2020

PD Day (No School)

January 31, 2020

First Day of Semester 2

February 3, 2020

Teacher’s Convention (No School)

February 6 & February 7, 2020

FINAL EXAM REMINDERS

1. Make sure you check the final exam schedule so you know when your exams are. If you

have an exam conflict, please see Ms. MacArthur right away.

2. Bring Photo ID

3. Leave all electronics (cell phones, smart watches) backpacks and jackets in your lockers.

Bring a sweater/hoodie in case the room is cool.

4. Only clear water bottles allowed.

5. All students must remain in the exam room/gym for a minimum of one hour.

6. Return all textbooks and library materials to the Learning Commons as soon as you are

finished with them so they can be processed for semester 2 distribution.

7. Food is allowed, but only in clear plastic containers or bags. Students need to be

conscious of allergies.

BANDITS SPORT DESK

Eight Sr Boys Basketball teams from around the province, most of them 3A schools, visited Beaumont for our Annual “Garbage Eaters” Invitational tournament Jan 10/11. St Peter the Apostle was defeated by Stirling in a very exciting and intense final by a score of 86-84 in front of a full house. Many thanks to Mr Tschritter and Mr McIntyre, along with Mrs Chartrand for their work on the tourney. Also thanks to the Jr Boys for their help with scoretable duties and Bandits parents who stocked the Coaches’ room with food and drink. The Sr Girls won their Consolation final game at the SPA tourney and Sydney Morris was named one of the tournament all stars. Congrats girls! All teams are hitting exam week break with Sr Boys sitting at 2-3, Sr GIrls 2-4, Jr Boys 1-2, and Jr Girls at 2-2 in Metro League play. Stay tuned for the Optimist Showdown Feb 14/15 here in Beaumont. Our Mixed Curling kids finished 5-0 in Stage 2 play before Christmas break and begin Stage 3 in Feb at the Ottewell Club. Great start Bandits! Bandits wrestler Magnus McCrackin defeated all comers at the Golden Bear Open at the U of A in the 76 kilo category. Well done Mags! Logan Kennedy also captured the dual meet vs the U of C in the 61 kilo category. Awesome work! Take care of business on all exams Bandits! All league play starts back up on Feb 3.

GRAD 2020

The 2020 Salutatorian and Banquet MC’s will

be chosen by a student vote based on the

nominations received by Thursday, January

30. Salutatorian and Banquet MC Nomination

forms are now available for students on the

Grad Bulletin board.

Please ensure you have submitted the Grad

Gown google form survey emailed to

parents in November. Without this

information a gown will not be ordered for

your graduate, the pronunciation of their

name on stage may not be correct and the

information on their certificate may not be

what is preferred.

Auditions for ceremony entertainment will be

on Tuesday, February 4 after school.

Students must contact Mrs. Butler before

January 20 if they plan to audition. Audition

songs should be the song/musical piece that

will be presented at the grad ceremony.

Last call for baby photo submissions, please

have your child check their school gmail

account for information.

Grad Ceremony: Tuesday, May 19 at the

Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium

Grad Banquet: Saturday, June 27 at the

Leduc Recreation Center

LIBRARY & TEXTBOOKS

Just a reminder that all textbooks are

due back to the library on the morning

each student writes their exam. Novel

studies are due back in at the library on

January 20th, and library books are due

back in at the library on Friday, January

17th. We need these books back on time

in order to reissue them to students for

the following semester. Failure to return

books on time can potentially cause the

student who is late returning their books

to have their second semester books

temporarily held up. Please encourage

your child to return books on time, not

after the next semester begins. Thank

you.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Mrs. Kim Thomas

Student Services Department Head/

Counselor (K-Z)

780-929-1307

Mrs. Leaha Severson

Counselor (A-J)

780-929-1306

Mr. Brad Umpherville

Learning Support & Off-Campus

780-929-1319

Mrs. Lise Layton

Youth Worker

780-929-1340 Ext. 1432

General Inquiries or to book an

appointment

Mrs. Theresa Busenius

780-929-1340

SEMESTER 2 TIMETABLE CHANGE REQUESTS

If you are hoping to change a course, please stop by Student Services and pick up a course change form. The form must be signed and returned by January 31, 2020

STUDENT SERVICES INFORMATION

BEAUMONT LIBRARY CAREER & INFORMATION FAIR

Wednesday, February 26, 5:30 – 7:30 Geared towards adults & young adults who have previously graduated, as well as current high school students, we will be hosting post-secondary institutions and a variety of

government, business & cultural organizations in an effort to provide better access to information. For more information, please contact Andrea Ciochetti, Program Coordinator, Bibliotheque de Beaumont Library at (780) 929-2665

SEMESTER 1 FINAL EXAMS

Please check the ESBCHS website for the final exam schedule. Remember to check the date and time of your exam and come prepared with pens, pencils and if required a calculator. Here are four quick tips for writing your exams.

1. Practice past tests

2. Read all questions carefully 3. Manage your time 5. Review your answers thoroughly Remember, the exams are not designed to trick you, just to test your knowledge. Don’t panic on the day of the exam, remember you have worked hard and are ready to show what you have learned!

January 28 - 30, 2020 Students and their parents are invited to attend UAlberta Info Week! They will be able to tour campus and discover more about the programs that interest them. This year the U of A will be hosting a parent session each evening helping parents learn how to support their new university student and ask any questions they may have. Prospective students will have the chance to:

Explore different programs you can study

Learn about the requirements for your degree program

Discover different career paths

Ask all of your admissions questions It is their opportunity to explore options and get inspired about their future. More information can be found at uab.ca/infoweek

U OF A INFO WEEK FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

GRAD INFORMATION

Grad Ceremony: To be eligible to participate in the Graduation Ceremony, students are responsible for the following:

Outstanding school fees must be paid in full.

Students must be registered in and working towards (including a minimum of 30 credits for Gr. XII), completion of the courses required to earn a High School Diploma.

Academic Graduation Form should have been completed and returned to Student Services by November 1st.

Online Graduation Form should be completed and submitted.

Withdrawal from courses that are required to obtain a High

School Diploma, based on poor attendance, behavior and/or academic performance will result in removal from the Grad list.

High School Graduation Requirements:

Alberta High School Diploma Certificate of High School Achievement

AHS WINTER SESSIONS

These free sessions provide parents, caregivers, teachers and community members with basic information about addiction and mental health challenges that can affect our kids. Presentations will be held in schools but are open to all adults!

Sleeping Your Way to Better Mental Health Thursday, February 27, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. École Secoindaire Beaumont Composite High School Come out and learn the importance of sleep on your child’s developing brain. Learn how sleep affects mental and physical health. Take home practical strategies, tools and resources for healthier sleep habits.

Breaking the Cycle of Anxiety: A Step by Step Approach Wednesday, February 26, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. École Leduc Estates School Anxiety is one of the most common mental health complaints in children and teens today. This session will distinguish between normal anxiety and anxiety that is no longer helpful or productive. Caregivers will gain step-by-step strategies to assist their child/teen to manage their anxiety and improve their mental health. ** This session is for adults only** Space is limited - for dates and times or to register click here: Caregiver Education Series or call 780-342-6885

Alberta Multi-Media Society Aboriginal Scholarship/Bursary Guide

Indspire/Bursaries and Scholarships

SCHOLARSHIPS

Oteenow Employment and Training Society

Belcourt Brosseau Metis Awards

Freehorse

INDIGENOUS SCHOLARSHIP &

BURSARY INFORMATION

Scholarship Name Amount Deadline Website

Hal Rogers Endowment Fund Bursary

$1000 February 1, 2020 Hal Rogers Bursary

Barrett Family Foundation Scholarship[

Bursary for International Study

February 1, 2020 Barrett Family Foundation

U of A Entrance Distinction Scholarship

Up to $50,000 March 1, 2020 Distinction Scholarships

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

FIRST NATIONS, METIS AND INUIT

POST-SECONDARY FUNDING

SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION

Here are some scholarships that are ending shortly that may be of interest.

https://scholartree.ca/scholarship/the-brandon-walli-phones-down-eyes-up-memorial-scholarship/yYp9MgCf3N

https://scholartree.ca/scholarship/kin-canada-bursaries/aQN-Rep_V

https://scholartree.ca/scholarship/weston-youth-innovation-award/yuOXGMal3

CONSIDERING POST-SECONDARY?

A new year brings big decisions for students looking to attend post-secondary school next year. Most importantly, where to continue their education. Here are a couple of blogs that highlight some of the things that students should be considering:

The 5 Things That Matter Most When Choosing a University

How To Stand Out From Other Top University Applicants

Choosing The Right University For You