THE SPARTAN SENTINEL Community Events Listing

New Norway School Newsletter Thursday, April 25, 2019 Box 69 New Norway, AB T0B 3L0 (780) 855-3936 Volume 2018-19, Issue 6 www.brsd.ab.ca/school/nnorway Inside this Issue

Principal’s Message ...... 1 ALICE Project ...... 2 THE SPARTAN SENTINEL Community Events Listing ...... 2 Kindergarten Registration ...... 3 Principal’s Message Yearbook & Grad ...... 3 Free Comic Book & Book Fair ...... 3

May is just around the corner, and with that comes some ma- Hats On! for Mental Health ...... 4 jor New Norway School events. First of all is Grad 2019 on Badminton & Spirit Wear ...... 4 the 3rd. We wish our Grade 12 students well as they close-in on completing their high school education and Midget Hockey in Bashaw ...... 4 prepare to embark on the next stage in their educational jour- Dual Credit Program ...... 5 neys, whether it be entering the workforce or starting post- Summer Off-Campus Programs..... 5 secondary training. Career Counselling ...... 6 Immediately after that event we are hosting our friends from Mental Health News ...... 7 Iceland who are making a return visit to New Norway. As you will see elsewhere in this newsletter, our Leadership team has Community Event Info ...... 8-12 planned a full week of activities while the BRSD Ward Boundaries ...... 13 Icelandic students and teachers are with us. We are proud to showcase all the wonderful things going on at New May & June Calendars ...... 14-15 Norway School, and give our guests a great sense of what it’s Special Points of Interest like to grow up, and go to school in, central Alberta.  May 1 - Hats On for Mental Health Our sports teams have had a great showing at badminton and  May 2 - Early Dismissal; Staff Mtg handball, and the track and field season is getting underway – Go Spartans! It is great to be able to  May 3 - Schools Closed comfortably go outside for physical activities again.  May 3 - Grad @ 7:00 pm  May 3-4 - Sr Badminton Prov We continue our work planning for the upcoming school year, and now that the provincial election is over, we expect to see  May 5-10 - Host Iceland Staff & budget information that will enable us to move Students forward. We are still exploring ways to diversify the  May 6 - Free Comic Book Day! programming offered at NNS, and invite input from any of our  May 9 - Panago Hot Lunch ONLINE stakeholders who have innovative ideas to share with us. ORDERS ONLY (due May 1st)

nd  May 9 - BRSD Ward Boundary Our last School Council meeting of the year is on May 22 ; Discussion @ NNS we encourage all parents to attend and learn about what’s happening at the school, and join in on the great conversa-  May 13-14 - Book Fair tions and idea-sharing.  May 17 - No School; Prof Learning Series R. Payne,  May 20 - Schools Closed; Principal Victoria Day  May 22 - School Council Mtg 7pm  May 23 - Chopped Leaf Hot Lunch ONLINE ORDERS ONLY (due May 15th)  May 28-30 - Ranch Camp  May 31 - Schools Closed

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On our visit last Novem- ber to Iceland, we Our next learned a lot and brought School Council back some great ideas. meeting is May Now it is our turn to 22nd: showcase what's special see you in the and unique about our library @ 7 pm! school and community. Students, as well as teachers, from Iceland will be in our community and school from Sunday, May 5th to Friday, May 10th. Our guests will arrive in Edmonton May 3rd and experience the West Edmonton Mall on the 3rd and 4th for a Youth Summit, to swim at World Waterpark, reconnect In Our Community with our NNS group and walk along the high level bridge and

Legislature Grounds. Bashaw Stars Looking for Midget Hockey Players: (see page 4) May 5th will entail local sightseeing while travelling to our community to join their homestays and prepare to visit New ——————— Norway School and our community. During their time with us Kidsport-Camrose Bike Fest: they will experience our school’s regular classes, a Pep Rally, April 27th @ Max MacLean Arena travel to our Spartan Tough race site, participate in a Fun Run (see page 9) and outdoor games, a Homestay BBQ Function at the Enarson’s, ——————— bowling, and a field trip to the Royal Tyrell Museum in Drumhel- COPA for Kids 2019: ler where they will camp and hike the Horseshoe Canyon, Hoo- April 27th @ Flagstaff Regional doos and Suspension Bridge. Airport (see page 10)

——————— May 9th will find our group at the Rosalind Colony for a leadership presentation and a tour of the colony, followed by a Employment Opportunity in Village of Ferintosh: Closes tour of the Fankhanel farm, then a Homestay Function at April 30 (see page 10) another local farm. ———————-

May 10th is Indigenous Peoples Day at New Norway School. Our Camrose Aquatic Centre: Spring and Summer Day Camp group will travel to Ermineskin School for breakfast with their Schedules (see pages 11-13) leadership team and a tour of the school. The Erminskin Dancers will perform at New Norway School before lunch and we ——————— will all participate in some aboriginal games followed by a BRSD Ward Boundary presentation from an Elder. Then we must return the entire Discussions: Central High in Sedgewick, Ryley School, Icelandic contingent to Edmonton to prepare for their trip home. Camrose COMP & New Norway School (see page 14)

As you can see, our visitors will have a very busy but exciting ——————— schedule in our aim to have them experience as much of our culture as possible. Community Coffee Days: Thursdays 9 am to 12 pm @ the New Norway Hall Thank you to those in our community that are graciously providing homestays for our guests!

Excellence together, it's the Spartan way!

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Here we go again!

Get your beautiful, full- color yearbook with glossy pages filled with New Norway School continues to accept memories to cherish! Kindergarten registrations for the 2019-2020 school year. You can expect a soft-cover, fully laminated version with the high-quality pages remaining In order to assist with planning we ask that parents/ the same as previous years guardians call the school prior to April 15th to (strong binding and 68 excellent glossy, color pages). pre-register for the coming fall term. We require a minimum order of 50 in order PLEASE NOTE: to secure the price of $34.50 per book. Eligible students must reach five years of age on or before December 31, 2019 Orders must be placed in your student’s school fee account online by Friday, June 2nd so we can A copy of child’s birth certificate and legal land submit for printing over the summer; this should location (rural) are required to complete the enable us to distribute the books by the registration process. end of September.

Please contact the school office @ 780-855-3936 Thank you to our yearbook staff for their excellent if you have any questions or require work and keeping up with all those deadlines further information. this year! We can’t do this without you!

Mom's Pantry was a great fundraiser for our graduates!

Thanks to all who supported our Grads by purchasing Mom's Pantry products! The New Norway Graduation Ceremony is at 7:00 pm on May 3rd at the Silver Creek Multiplex.

Everyone is welcome to attend!

This year Mrs. Schielke has ordered free comic books for New Norway School students from grades 4-9!

The special day is a Saturday and we are not allowed to give out the comic books before that date so we will celebrate the day on Monday, May 6th.

If students want to dress up in appropriate comic book character attire that would be great!!! The Scholastic Book Fair will be held on May 13th and 14th!

The library will be open from 8:30am until 4:00pm both days.

Thank you for supporting our school by buying books.

The book fair always has a great selection of books and craft items. Any money earned from the book fair buys new books for our School library. Mrs. Schielke

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Our Jr Badminton season has concluded and we congratulate Ariana L. on her bronze medal finish at the BRJHAA Regional Competition! Congrats also to all of our Jr Badminton athletes.

Three Sr Badminton players have qualified for ASAA Central Zone Competition through their first two competitions. Congratulations to Connor P., Carson O. and Maria N. who will move on to Zone Competition on Monday, April 29th. We had strong finishes by Chloe P., Ethan S., Dallas B.,Dayton E., Lisa V. and all other competitors.

Thank you to Coaches Jessica Ng and Brianna Schultz for their time and dedication.

Looking for some great Spartan Wear? Check this out!

Visit the webpage by clicking below: https://newnorwayschool.entripyshops.com/

Bashaw Minor Hockey is looking for Midget Players for the 2019/20 season. If you were born in 2002-2004 and are interested in playing hockey in Bashaw, please contact BMHA President, Jack Dawbin at 780-679-8983. We are hoping to be able to make a decision this spring regarding this team, so please call or text at your earliest convenience. Thank-you.

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Tracy Beattie, Division Principal, Battle River School Division

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Summer Employment – Village of Ferintosh Title: Public Works Labourer

Key responsibilities and accountabilities: -Grass cutting and weeding -Assist with weekly garbage pick-up -Safe and reliable operation, repair and maintenance of Village machinery and equipment. -Other sundry duties as assigned -Must have Class 5 Drivers license

Duration: -14 weeks -32-40 hours per week -Start Date: May 13, 2019 -$15.00/hr

Contact: Brian Wing, Foreman [email protected]

Competition closes: April 30th, 2019 4:30 pm

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Did you know that the Camrose Aquatic Centre has partnered with the Camrose Ramada Hotel to continue offering all levels of the Red Cross Preschool program?!

Did you also know that you can now register for Aquatic Centre programs online?? Visit the City of Camrose homepage at www.camrose.ca, hover over the ‘Recreation and Leisure’ option, click on ‘Sign up for Programs and Courses’, then click on the photo of the program you are interested in. If you need assistance please call the Aquatic Centre Office at 780-672-9909 or email us at [email protected]

There are still spaces available for the upcoming Red Cross Preschool lessons.

Twice a week Red Cross Preschool swimming lessons:

June 3 to June 26 Monday & Wednesday 11:00 am – 11:30 am Sea Otter June 3 to June 26 Monday & Wednesday 11:30 am – 12:00 pm Salamander / Sunfish June 4 to June 27 Tuesday & Thursday 11:00 am – 11:30 am Starfish / Duck / Sea Turtle June 4 to June 27 Tuesday & Thursday 11:30 am – 12:00 pm Sea Otter / Salamander

The cost for a full set of 8 classes is $48.00 for City/County residents or $52.80 for Out of Area residents.

Make sure to follow us on Facebook at CamroseAquaticCentre.

Also, you can get updates on the progress of the Aquatic Centre renovation by going to the City of Camrose homepage and clicking on the ‘Subscribe’ button at the bottom of the Aquatic Centre page.

Camrose Aquatic Centre: Spring & Summer 2019- Leadership Schedule

The following are the upcoming Leadership courses the Camrose Aquatic Centre has scheduled:

Age 9-11 Years… Stay Safe! Monday April 22 9:00am – 3:00pm Saturday June 1 9:00am – 3:00pm Monday July 8 9:00am - 3:00pm Monday August 26 9:00am - 3:00pm

Age 11-14 Years… Babysitter Course Saturday May 11 9:00am – 5:00pm Monday July 15 9:00am - 5:00pm Monday August 19 9:00am - 5:00pm

NEW – You can now view and register for Aquatic programs online!! Visit the City of Camrose homepage at www.camrose.ca, hover over the ‘Recreation and Leisure’ option, click on the ‘Sign up for Programs and Courses’, then click on the photo of the program you are interested in.

If you need assistance please call the Aquatic Centre Office at 780.672.9909, or email us at [email protected].

Make sure to follow us on Facebook at CamroseAquaticCentre, also you can get updates on the progress of the Aquatic Centre renovation by going the City of Camrose homepage and clicking on the ‘Subscribe’ button at the bottom of the Aquatic Centre page.

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Looking for a place your child can attend on out of school days to keep them active, entertained and safe? Join us in our program designed for full time school kids’ ages 6 to 12 years old. During the program the kids will go on adventures (weather pending) make crafts, play games, and on selected days go skating or sledding. The program will run out of the Camrose Recreation Centre from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. This program follows the Battle River non-student days and will run on the following dates…

Dates and Themes: Program Location: May 3 Nature Walk – outdoor activities Recreation Centre Meeting Room #1 May 17 Carnival Creations – outdoor activities Recreation Centre Meeting Room #1 May 31 Dr. Seuss – outdoor activities Recreation Centre Meeting Room #1 June 7 Welcome to the Jungle – outdoor activities Recreation Centre Meeting Room #1 June 21 Monster Mash – outdoor activities Recreation Centre Meeting Room #1

Drop off times available from 8:00-8:30 am. Pick up times run from 4:30-5:00 pm.

Items for kids to bring every day to camp: · Clothing and footwear for the weather · Water Bottle · Lunch and Snacks · Equipment on designated skating or sledding days

Cancellation Policy: There will be a 20% administration charge for non-medical cancellations.

Multi-Child Discount: If registering more than one child from the same immediate family, receive 10% off for additional children.

Out of School Day Camp Fees: City/County $32.95/Day Out of Area $38.10/Day

If you need assistance please call the Aquatic Centre Office at 780.672.9909, or email us at [email protected].

Make sure to follow us on Facebook at CamroseAquaticCentre.

Also, you can get updates on the progress of the Aquatic Centre renovation by going to the City of Camrose homepage and clicking on the ‘Subscribe’ button at the bottom of the Aquatic Centre page.

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OUT OF SCHOOL SUMMER DAY CAMP

Looking for fun, supervised activities for your child this summer? Register for the Summer Day Camp at the Aquatic Centre! The camps run weekly from Monday to Friday starting at 8:30 am to 4:30 pm; the camp will begin on July 2nd and run until August 23rd. This program enjoy games, crafts, field trips, and swimming. Please note there will be NO program running the week of August 5-9.

Discovery Kids program is for kids ages 8-14 years. This program must be registered per week only. They enjoy indoor and outdoor activities, swim on a regular basis and go on a predetermined destination field trip each week, see below for the weekly field trips.

Discovery Kids Field Trips: July 2-6 Aspen Beach – Gull Lake July 8-12 International Street Performers Festival – Edmonton July 15-19 Discovery Canyon – Red Deer July 22-26 Overnight Campout – Miquelon July 29-August 2 Queen Elizabeth Outdoor Pool & Kinsmen Spray Park – Edmonton August 12-16 Fringe Festival – Edmonton August 19-23 WEM Choice Pass to either Water Park or Galaxyland – Edmonton

Cost: City/County $185.65/Week Out of Area $190.75/Week *Field Trips are subject to change as needed to accommodate the Summer Day Camp program*

Drop off times available from 8:00-8:30 am. Pick up times run from 4:30-5:00 pm.

Items for kids to bring every day to camp:  Clothing and footwear for the weather  Water Bottle  Lunch and Snacks  Swimsuit and Towel  Hat, Sunscreen and Bug spray

Cancellation Policy: There will be a 20% administration charge for non-medical cancellations. Multi-Child Discount: If registering more than one child from the same immediate family, receive 10% off for additional children.

NEW – You can now view and register for Aquatic programs online!! Visit the City of Camrose homepage at www.camrose.ca, hover over the ‘Recreation and Leisure’ option, click on ‘Sign up for Programs and Courses’, then click on the photo of the program you are interested in. If you need assistance please call the Aquatic Centre Office at 780.672.9909, or email us at [email protected]. Make sure to follow us on Facebook at CamroseAquaticCentre, also you can get updates on the progress of the Aquatic Centre renovation by going to the City of Camrose homepage and clicking on the Subscribe button at the bottom of the Aquatic Centre page.

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April 2019 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Schools Closed COPA for Kids (Easter Monday)

28 29 30 BRSD Ward Boundaries Discussion @ Sedgewick

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May 2019

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

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Deadline Early IMPORTANT! for Panago Dismissal Schools Closed Sr

Orders (2:35pm) Badminton Check online (online only) Staff Meeting Sr Badminton Provincials accounts for Provincials school fees Hats on for BRSD Ward Mental Health Boundaries Grad (7:00pm @ Discussion Multiplex) BRSD Ward @ Camrose Boundaries COMP Discussion @ Ryley Schl

5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Host Panago Iceland Free Comic PAT: ECS Field Trip Hot Lunch Students & Book Day! ELA Part A: Staff this week Gr 9 PAT: ELA Part A:

Gr 6

BRSD Ward Boundaries Discussion 7pm @ NNS

12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Book Fair Book Fair Deadline No School for Chopped (Prof Learning Leaf Orders Series) (online only) Track Meet-Sr

19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Schools School Council Chopped Leaf Closed Meeting in the Hot Lunch (Victoria Day) Library @ 7pm Gr 11/12 Track Meet-Sr Social Studies Presenter

26 27 28 29 30 31 Jr High Track Meet-Sr Schools Closed Div Track & Field Meet

Ranch Camp

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June 2019

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat IMPORTANT! ...all fees are 1 Check online past-due and accounts for must be paid school fees before the end of June.

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Track Meet-Jr Deadline Early No School Regionals for Panago Dismissal (Staff Orders (2:35pm) Collaboration) (online only) Staff Meeting Track Meet-Sr Track Meet-Sr Provincials Provincials

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Panago Hot Lunch

Diploma: Soc 30 Pt A

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 Track Meet- Track Meet- Last Day of Exams: Elementary Elementary Classes Math 7 No School (Rain-Out Gr 7-12 Science 8 (Schools Day) ELA 10 Closed) Math 20

PAT: Math 6 and Social 9

23 24 25 26 27 28 29 Exams: Exams: Exams: Make-Up Last Science 7 Social 7 ELA 7 Exams +: Operational Social 8 ELA 8 Math 8 Day Science 10 Diploma: ELA 20 PAT: PAT: Science 30 Science 6 and ELA 6 and (1:00 pm) PAT: ELA 9 Science 9 Social 6 and Last Math 9 Diploma: Diploma: Instructional Biology 30 Chemistry 30 Day Diploma: Social 30 Pt B 30 Page 15 15