Jags Journal – October 23
Dear Jack James Community,
Please take a moment to review the important dates and information below.
A Reminder for Families
As the weather gets colder, please remember that the school’s front doors open at 8:15am. There is no supervision available inside the school before this time, so students should not arrive early.
Please ensure that students dress appropriately for the weather, including warm coats, hats, mittens, and other winter gear as needed.
Thank you for helping us keep our students safe, warm, and comfortable!
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the main office.
Sincerely,
Jack James Administration
IMPORTANT DATES AHEAD
Oct 26 – Oct 30 School Spirit Week
Oct 27 Picture Re-takes
Oct 27 The Alberta University of Arts Presenting in Library 11am
Nov 4 Parent Council 6:30pm
Nov 11-13 Fall Break – No Classes
Nov 16 Classes Resume
Nov 26 Parent/Guardian Conferences 4-7:30pm
Nov 27 No Classes
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:
Parent Council Meeting – November 4 at 6:30 PM
Come join us! Parent Council is a great way to get involved in our school, connect with other families, share ideas, and help make a difference in our school community.
Everyone is welcome! We’d love to see you there!
Holiday Hamper Fundraiser
Hello Jack James Families!
Spread the warmth this winter by joining our food hampers fundraiser! This is an opportunity to come together as a community and make a difference for families in need. Your generosity can fill hearts and pantries, ensuring everyone has food through the holidays. Every contribution, big or small, brings us closer to creating a brighter, warmer, and more inclusive community.
Our fundraiser is running now until December 18. All donations will be used to purchase gift cards for Jack James families in need.
Thank you for your contribution!
GRADitude Project
The GRADitude Project ensures every grade 12 student in Calgary can celebrate their graduation with confidence and style, regardless of financial circumstances. Registration is now open. You can register online or ask your Guidance Counsellor for more information.
myPass Account
Students can order transcripts, view diploma exam results, see their detailed academic report, and track progress towards a high school diploma or certificate on myPass. All students should register for a myPass account as soon as possible. Students lose access to their CBE email after graduation, so registration should be done with a personal email address. If your student needs help registering their account, please encourage them to see their guidance counsellor as soon as possible.
School Video Surveillance
Our school has a video surveillance system to help maintain a safe and secure environment at the school for students, staff and the public, and to help address vandalism and criminal activity on school property.
The video surveillance system is installed and reviewed in accordance with Administrative Regulation 1066. Personal information is collected under the authority of the Education Act and the Protection of Privacy Act (POPA), specifically section 10(1) and the Access to Information Act (ATIA).
This technology can be placed in areas such as the school parking lot, building entrances and exits, stairwells and hallways. This information is recorded and collected to help maintain a safe and secure environment in the school and on school property. The users of this information are the principal or designate and law enforcement personnel in the case of reported incidents that would require an investigation. Only authorized persons will review video surveillance information.
Inquiries concerning the video surveillance system, or the collection and use of recorded information may be made by contacting the school office.
We've partnered with SkipTheDepot
We are launching a fundraiser to support students at our school this year. Skip the Depot is a great service that will come to your house to pick up your cans and bottles, recycles them, and send the funds to Jack James High School. Here is the information:
What is SkipTheDepot? A door-to-door bottle collection service that makes refundable recycling and fundraising easier than 1,2,3
- Download the app and book a pickup using
https://app.skipthedepot.com/jack-james-high-school
- Place your bags outside
- Receive a refund or donate to us!
SkipTheDepot will allow everyone to donate directly to our organization with ease. Spread the word by sharing our SkipTheDepot posts on social media!
SAIT Open House
SAIT's community Open House is on Friday October 23 and Saturday October 24.
Unique Pathways
Students interested in gaining high school credits while exploring a trades or other career area should consider Unique Pathways - applications are open!