Nakusp Secondary School

Transcription

1 Nakusp Secondary School Nakusp Secondary School 11/30/2016 Edition 3 Principal s Message Despite the fact that the last of the leaves are falling and the days continue to get a little colder, it is hard to believe we have already finished Term 1. This month we held our Remembrance Day assembly. Once again the members of our local Legion were gracious in attending and participating in this ceremony and helped share the message of remembrance. With so much political and ideological turmoil currently being experienced in many areas around the world, these moments of reflection help us all truly appreciate what we have in Canada, and the sacrifice others have made for us. Great thanks to Miss Wiseman and the many students who took on leadership roles in support of this event. For all the volunteer coaches, and those who run extracurricular clubs and activities for our students, I want to send out a huge thank you. As our fall sports are coming to an end, and our winter sports are getting underway, we feel so fortunate to have so many staff and community members who are willing to work with our students to provide outstanding opportunities. Without all of you, the students at NSS would not have these experiences, and our school culture would not be what it is today. As you can see from this packed newsletter, we have many activities upcoming in December as well. Report cards for Term 1 were handed out on Monday, November 21 st to students. If your child s report card did not come home for any reason, please contact the school and we will ensure that you receive another copy. One of the changes you will note on report cards is that grade eight and nine students no longer have a percentage attached to their grade. You will only see a letter grade and a comment. Report grades should never be a surprise to students! They should always be talking to their teachers and asking for feedback on their learning. Secondary students should have worked out their own way to keep on top of assignments: using an agenda, using a laptop with a calendar or a calendar on a mobile device. While learning centre courses are self-directed for students in Grades they should be either half way for semester courses or almost a quarter of the way through full year courses at this stage. If you have any questions or concerns regarding your child s report, please feel free to contact the school. The next PAC meeting is on Monday, the 28 th of November starting at 5:15PM in the NSS library. The PAC is always looking for new parents to come out and join. You don t have to attend every meeting and it is a great opportunity to become more involved in your child s education.

2 Upcoming Events at Nov. 26 Jr. Girls Volleyball Playoffs in Nelson Dec. 1 Student Council - 12 Days of Christmas begins Dec. 7 th Rotary Community Carol Sing, NSS gym, 6:30 pm Dec 16 th Last day of classes Dec. 19 th -Jan 2 nd School closed for Christmas Break Jan. 3 rd School Reopens Jan 23 rd Professional Development Day, (No School) Feb. 3 rd Report Cards Winter Formal Dance Fri. Dec. 9 th, 7:00 pm NSS Senior Band/ Georama Growers Poinsettia Fundraiser Red, White or Pink Poinsettias $15 each 8.5 Tri-Colour Poinsettias $32 12 Festive Basket or Dish Garden $27 Orders for Dec. 6 th pick up due on Nov. 30 th For Dec. 13 th pick up, due on Dec. 2 nd Order forms are available in the school office (250) ext NSS Student Planners The NSS Student Planners are very important tools for success. Please take the time to become familiar with each section of the planner. We ask that parents CHECK and SIGN your son or daughter s planner each week to ensure progress is being made. Rotary Community Christmas Carol Sing Wednesday, Dec. 7 th in the NSS Gym at 6:30 pm Come out and listen to the sounds of the Holidays! Georama Growers is a family-run business in the Kootenays for over 40 years. Thank you for your support!

3 $5 each. Draw Date: Sat. Dec. 2 nd Thank you for your support! EZ Lite Fire Starter Kits $20 EZ Lite Refil Slabs $5 Tri-Flasher Fishing Lure $40 Drop by and get your stocking stuffers & support our local artists, small businesses & P.A.L.S. Nakusp NSS Cougars News Congratulations to our Senior Boys Soccer Team for their outstanding finish this season. The did an outstanding job at the Provincials in Surrey finishing 13 th in the Province Congratulations Boys! Grads of 2017 Fundraisers Sandbags are available to purchase at Esso, NAPA, Carson s Corner & Nakusp Tire Craft $5 each. We are now selling our Raffle tickets. 1 st Prize: Logging Truck Load of Firewood 2 nd Prize: Logging Truck load of Firewood 3 rd Prize: Soak & Stay at the Nakusp Hot Springs Canadian Union of Public Employees And School District No. 10 Support Staff are hosting a Free Family Skate Sat. Nov 26 th from 12:00-2:00 P.A.L.S. CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR Saturday, Nov. 26 th at the Nakusp Arena Auditorium 10:00-4:00 The NSS Senior Outdoor Education class will have a booth set up & selling: Village of Nakusp Public Skating Mondays & Wednesdays: 2:00-4:30 Tuesdays & Thursdays: 11:30-5:00 Fridays: 2:00-7:00 Saturdays & Sundays: 12:00-5:00 Toonie Hockey - $2 Mon,Wed, Fri 11:30-2:00 All times are subject to change due to Hockey Game Schedules

4 Holiday Break Dec. 17 th to Jan. 2 nd Back to School on Tuesday, Jan 3 rd Dec. 13 Reindeer Games Dec. 14- Last day for Food Bank collections Dec. 15- Handing out Truffles Dec. 16- Pajama Day Movie afternoon Dec. 17- Christmas Break Begins Mrs. Sheena DeLong hosts Homework Club every Thursday after school, in Room 15 (Art Room). Come for some extra help, catch up on your assignments or study for a test. at NSS Dec. 1- Wear Red & Green, Hot chocolate & truffles on sale at lunch, Dec. 2- Hot chocolate & truffles on sale at lunch Dec. 5 Hat & Scarf Day Dec. 6 Deck the Halls Dec 7- Pictures with Santa Dec. 8- Snowflake Making Dec. 9- Winter Formal Dance at 7:00 pm in the gym Dec. 12 Hot Chocolate (bring a mug) NSS to Ireland & Scotland Spring Break 2018 NSS Students have the opportunity to travel to Ireland & Scotland with EF Tours, during Spring Break We still have room for more students, Grades Contact Andrea Coates, Tour Coordinator at The NSS Robotics Club meets every Wednesday from 3:00 to 4:00 pm in the woods shop. See Mr. Barisoff for more information or come and check it out!

5 NSS Basketball Practices Monday s 3:00-5:00 - Sr. Boys 5:00-6:30 - Sr. Girls Wednesday s 3:30-5:00 - Sr. Girl 5:00 6:45 Sr. Boys Friday s 3:00 4:30 Sr. Boys Art Club meets every Wednesday at lunch in the Art Room Junior & Grade 8 Practices TBA G.S.A. Club meets every Friday at lunch in the Art Room