Jags Journal – May 29

Dear Jack James Community,

Please take a moment to review the important dates and information below.

Congratulations to all of our award winners who were recognized at last week's Awards Ceremony. These awards celebrate the hard work, perseverance, growth, leadership, and positive contributions of our students throughout the school year. We are proud of all that our students have accomplished and thank our families for their continued support.

Our June exam schedule is posted on the school website and has been shared through SchoolMessenger. This includes diploma exam dates and times, as well as school-based exam schedules, completion days, and other key information for the month of June. As we enter the final weeks of the school year, we encourage students to attend regularly and continue preparing for their exams and final assessments.

We are also excited to announce that our student-led Fashion and Talent Show will take place on Wednesday, June 3, during lunch and part of Period 3. This event is for students only and provides an opportunity to showcase the many talents, skills, and creativity within our school community. Students have been working hard to prepare and are looking forward to sharing their performances with their peers.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact the main office.

Sincerely,

Jack James Administration

JJ Menu June 1 – June 5- Meals $6.00

Monday:

Rigatoni with Chicken

Tuesday:

Chicken Fingers

Wednesday:

Quesadillas

Thursday:

Pork Schnitzel

Friday:

Waffles

JJ Menu June 8 and June 9 - Meals $6.00

Monday:

Fettuccini Alfredo with Chicken

Tuesday:

TBD

IMPORTANT DATES AHEAD

June 3                                 Talent Show (12pm)

June 9                                 Last Day Regular Classes

June 10 – 12                    Completion/Exam Week

June 15 – 17                    Completion by Appointment/Exam Week

June 18                              Graduation (No Regular Classes)

June 19                              Indigenous Peoples Day

June 25                              Report Cards

June 26                              Last Day PLP Classes

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

Grad Info

Call for Baby Photos for Grad Slideshow 

Is your student graduating this year and you want a walk down memory lane? Please submit a baby photo to this year's graduate slide show to show off how much your student has grown. Photos can be emailed to dqgallant@cbe.ab.ca. Please have the following as the subject for the email: 

Grad Baby Photos: (Students First and last Name) 

Homes by Avi scholarship

Any graduating students interested in pursuing a career in one of the following building trades has access to the Homes by Avi scholarship for Pre-Employment Construction Careers -Cabinetmaker; Carpenter; Electrician; Pipe Trades; Refrigeration and Air Conditioning: Welder.

Additionally, if a JJHS graduate has pursued the following trades independently and is obtaining additional training towards their journeyperson certification, their training is eligible for a BILD Alberta- Homes by Avi Bursary. See areas below:

Bricklayer; Cabinetmaker; Carpenter; Concrete Finisher; Electrician, Glazier, Insulator, Plumber, Refrigeration, Roofer, Sheet Metal, Welder

See Ms Bechert, Ms Murray or Ms Fink in Student Services for further details. 

Fees and Waivers

Parents needing to complete a CBE fee wavier can go to https://cbe.ab.ca/registration/fees-and-waivers/Pages/Waivers.aspx for more information and to access the forms you will need to complete. 

The preferred method for application is via MyCBE. Here is the link for parents, guardians, and students over 18 to register for MyCBE  Student and Parent / Legal Guardian Sign In

Please remember that all Wavier forms need to be approved by the Principal. If you have any questions in regards to waivers please call the school so you can speak with our business manager.

Community Resource Highlight

Children's Link guides families caring for youth with disabilities who are transitioning into adulthood. They help families with Guardianship, Trustee, PDD, and AISH applications. They provide accurate and useful information, and excellent service so families feel less stressed and more confident when their youth enter adulthood.

Talent Show

Students will be showcasing their creativity and talent through performances, fashion pieces, and entertainment on Wednesday, June 3 at 12pm.  Thank you to all students and staff who have helped prepare for the show — we look forward to celebrating the hard work and creativity of our school community!

Jack James Preschool

Jack James Preschool registration for September 2026 starts March 1st. Email Ms. Elia at amelia@cbe.ab.ca if you would like a registration form and additional information sent to you.  Please complete the form and return it to Ms. Elia along with your $25 non-refundable fee (can be paid CASH, Cheque, or Credit Card).

Alternatively, you are more than welcome to drop in for a tour of our preschool or schedule a specific time. We follow the high school bell schedule so visits must happen between 9:15 am and 3:00 pm Monday through Thursday, or 9:00-1:00 on Fridays.

Dungeons and Dragons Club

Dungeons and Dragons Club will be having their wrap up party on Thursday, June 4 from 3:37-5:30pm. 

Sewing Club

Sewing Club is every Thursday after school - Term 4 Sewing Club will move to every Wednesday after school! It is always sew much fun!

Calgary Junior Police Academy

Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a police officer? The Calgary Police Service Junior Police Academy gives youth aged 12 to 16 the opportunity to find out.

Junior Police Academy runs three times a year.

The 2026 Junior Police Academy sessions are:

·         Sunday, July 12, to Friday, July 17, 2026

·         Sunday, Aug. 9, to Friday, Aug. 14, 2026

Youth registered in the Junior Police Academy will get an immersive experience into the world of a Calgary police officer, covering various aspects of law enforcement, including:

·         HAWCS helicopters

·         K9

·         Mounted Unit

·         Crime Scene Unit

·         Tactical Team

·         Traffic Unit

·         and more.

For more information and/or to sign up please visit this link: Junior Police Academy