Dear Families & Caregivers,
Happy New Year!
This week was a bit of a mix of regular classes and our first two Diploma exams being written. Next week we have Diplomas on Monday and Tuesday, then we move into outcome completion days. If you are wondering about the exams and/or our schedule you can find it here: https://jackjames.cbe.ab.ca/exam-schedule
We have noted some important dates below that are upcoming so please ensure that you update your calendars!
Sincerely,
Jack James Admin
Things to Note:
CLUBS
Music-Band Club - Monday – Thursday at Lunch (all year) in Autobody
GSA - Tuesdays at Lunch in the Art Room
E-Sports - Thursdays at 8am and 3:45pm in the Computer Lab
AFCC - Honouring Life Club - Every 2nd Thursday- chat with Ms. Cromwell & Ms. Willis for more info (staff also welcome to join in)
Dungeon and Dragons Club - Wednesday after school- see Ms. Korman and Mr. Gallant for more info
Open Gym - Every Monday and Thursday morning starting at 7:30am. Half the gym will be basketball, half will be students' choice. All are welcome. Clean, appropriate footwear required. See Mr. Green in room 127 if you have any questions.
JJ Green Team- Thursday at Lunch in Room 213 with Ms. Hoven and Ms. Lampic!
Driving Learner’s Prep - Students interested in preparing for the learner’s license multiple-choice exam are invited to join us in Room 215 on Thursdays at lunch from 12:10-12:30. For any questions, please see Mr. Spanos in Room 215
Upcoming Dates:
January 13th-17th- Regular Classes/ Modified Classes
Link to exam schedule: https://jackjames.cbe.ab.ca/exam-schedule
January 23rd- Last day of classes for PLP/RISE
January 23rd- NEW!!! Open House Night
January 28th- Parent Council Meeting
January 28th- First Day of Semester 2
Unique Pathways General CBE Information Night
- Talk to the experts about dual credit and exploratory programs at trade unions, SAIT, Bow Valley College, online, and more!
- These are FREE opportunities to explore career interests in a variety of fields
- Thursday March 6, 5:30-7:30
- At the Career and Technology Centre - 2336 53 Ave SW
- https://cbe.ab.ca/programs/high-school/unique-pathways-and-off-campus-education/Pages/default.aspx
Interested in a summer trades-related job or eventual Registered Apprenticeship?
- Attend one of Careers Next Generation’s in-person job fairs and meet people who HIRE:
- Feb 19 – 6:00- 8:30 Central Memorial High School - 5111 21 St SW
- March 19 – 6:00-8:30 – Notre Dame High School - 11900 Country Village Link NE
Looking for a Summer Job?
Exam and Completion Weeks are a GREAT time to visit Ms. Bechert in the Guidance area if you are interested in pursuing a summer job related to the trades, setting up your Careers Next Generation Portal, or discussing future Unique Pathways opportunities. Write your name on the sheet outside her office!