Jags Journal – September 11

Dear Jack James Community,

Dear Jack James Community,

Please take a moment to review the important dates and information below. As a reminder, we have our Meet the Teacher night from 4pm to 6pm on Tuesday, September 15th. There will be multiple presentations by teachers, so if you cannot make it for the first presentation, there will be multiple offerings by all teachers throughout the evening. 

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

Sincerely,

Jack James Administration

JJ Menu September 14 – September 18

Monday

Soup: Broccoli Cheddar served in Bread Bowl                       $5

Hot Item: Baked Jack ’n’ Cheese                                              $6

Salad: Greek Salad                                                                      $6

Appetizer: Mozza Sticks with Marinara Dip                             $5

Tuesday

Soup: Beef Chili and Cornbread                                                  $5

Hot Item: Pulled Pork Sandwich + Coleslaw                            $6

Salad: BLT Salad                                                                            $6

Appetizer: Spanakapita                                                                 $5

Wednesday

Soup: Borscht and Biscuit                                                            $4.50

Hot Item: Chicken Alfredo and Garlic Ciabatta Bread       $6

Salad: Grilled Vegetable Salad                                                     $5

Appetizer: Spring Rolls – Vegetable or Pork                              $5

Thursday

Soup: Mushroom Soup                                                                   $4.50

Hot Item: Chicken Enchiladas                                                          $6

Salad: Garden Salad                                                                           $5

Appetizer: Bannock Nachos                                                               $6

IMPORTANT DATES AHEAD

Sept 15                              Meet the Teacher 4-6pm

Sept 25                              No Classes

Sept 29                              Orange Shirt Day

Sept 30                              National Dary for Truth and Reconciliation – No Classes

Oct 8                                   Indigenous Student Family Night

Oct 12                                Thanksgiving Day – No Classes

Oct 19                                No Classes

Oct 26 – Oct 30             School Spirit Week

Oct 27                                Picture Re-takes

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

Meet the Teacher Evening – September 15

We are excited to welcome Jack James families to our Meet the Teacher Evening on Tuesday, September 15, from 4:00–6:00 p.m.

This evening is an opportunity for parents and families to meet their child’s teachers, learn more about their courses, and ask general questions. Please note that this is not a Parent-Teacher Conference evening. The focus is on getting to know our teachers and programs rather than discussing individual student progress. Course outlines will also be available for each course.

Evening Schedule

The evening is designed to be free flowing. Families are welcome to attend whichever teacher presentations are most relevant to their child and do not need to attend every session.

Each teacher presentation will be repeated at every time slot. For example, the Math and Science presentation at 4:15 p.m. will be the same presentation offered at 4:35, 4:55, 5:15, and 5:35 p.m. 

This allows families to build their own schedule for the evening, moving between different subject areas, and visiting our information tables in the cafeteria.

Each teacher presentation will be approximately 15 minutes, followed by a 5-minute transition period. Teachers will also be available for a short period following each presentation to answer general questions about their courses.

Where to Find Your Teachers

Admin Presentations 

In the gym. 

• Principal - Mr. Moody
• A to K Assistant Principal - Mr. Howey 
• L to Z Assistant Principal - Ms. Drake 

Math & Science
All Math and Science teachers will present together in Ms. Korman’s Room (Room 211) during each presentation time.

• Mr. Boorman 
• Mr. Gallant
• Ms. Korman
• Mr. Lamb 
• Ms. Lampic 
• Mr. Mallari 

Humanities
All Humanities teachers will present together in Ms. Malloy’s Room (Room 221) during each presentation time.

• Ms. Cook 
• Ms. Hoven 
• Ms. Malloy 
• Ms. Schievink 
• Mr. Spanos 

CTS and CALM
CTS teachers will present in their individual CTS spaces during each presentation time.

• Mr. Anderson - Room 118 
• Ms. Andrusiak - Room 203A
• Ms. Bloxham - Room 146
• Ms. Cook - Room 208
• Mr. Cossette - Room 120 
• Ms. Dunne - Room 203B
• Ms. Elia - Room 147 
• Mr. Green - Room 127
• Mr. Holt - 145
• Mr. Pocock - 145

PLP
PLP presentations will take place in Ms. Miller’s Room (Room 220).

• Ms. Miller 
• Ms. Rosales 

Visit the Cafeteria

Throughout the evening, families are also encouraged to stop by the cafeteria, where several members of our school and community support teams will have information tables:

• Front Office Staff – Ms. Tiller and Ms. Hube-Whitham
• Guidance Team - Ms. Fink 
• Athletics and PE - Mr. Marino 
• Indigenous Graduation Coach - Ms. Willis 
• Trellis Society - Chris Garcia 
• Kindred - Erin Anderson 

There is no set order for the evening. Families can move between teacher presentations and visit our information tables based off what is most useful. 

We look forward to welcoming our Jags families into the school and giving you an opportunity to meet the people supporting your child this year!

Jack James Preschool:

Our preschool is still accepting registrations for the rest of the year! We have a community preschool located in our high school for children ages 3-5 years old. There are 2 preschool classes, Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday and the times are from 9:15-11:15. The cost is $25 registration fee and the monthly cost is being paid for by the government. Any questions please contact Amanda Elia (amelia@cbe.ab.ca) or (403) 248-4054 ex.2147