May / June 2019

A Message from the Principal:

May and June represent the end of another academic MAY 2019 year, a time dedicated to completing courses and preparing for final assessments. As exciting as this time 7 - Staff Meet- ing may be, with summer days looming in the horizon, it 7-24 I.B. Exams can also be a time when students may experience some apprehension about final projects, exams or 9 - PAC Meeting (7pm library) even just the idea of leaving high school. As always, 11 - PAC at 7:00 pm we encourage parents or students to not hesitate and 15 - U of M Next Steps presentation (G12) ask for support…from a teacher, a counsellor or an 15 - Newsletter Available online administrator. 17 - Grade 11 French Immersion Oral Assessment The end of the year is also a time when we celebrate 22 - Victoria Day (no classes) the many accomplishments of our students both academic and extracurricular. Whether it is through 24 - Election Speeches their participation in a wide variety of athletic 27-30 - Grade 12 Provincial ELA Test competitions, arts performances, or contributing to 31 - The Great Escape—G11 IB the community, Kelvin students are extremely busy preparing to showcase the result of their hard work. 31 - Media Event June is also the time where the entire Kelvin community comes together to celebrate at events such JUNE 2019 th as the Annual Athletic Banquet on June 12 and The Spring Arts Festival during the week of June 10th. The 3-5 - Grade 12 Provincial Francais Exams year ends when over 300 students and their families 4 - Staff Meeting - Early Dismissal gather to celebrate the culmination of their efforts of 6-7 Provincial Track & Field the last four years with Graduation on June 26th. I would like to take this opportunity on behalf of 10-14 - Spring Arts Festival Kelvin staff to thank this year’s graduating class for their 11 - Grade 12 Pre Cal Exam contributions to Kelvin and wish them much success as 12 - Grade 12 Essential Exam they embark on the next stage of their lives. We are all 12 - Athletic Banquet extremely proud of all of them. 13 - Grade 12 Applied Exam Also “graduating” from Kelvin with our students, are two staff members who have significantly contributed 9 - Grade 9 Awards to the success of many Kelvin alumni. Ms Mitterndorfer 15 - Locker Cleanup (12.05) and Mr. Zeglen will be retiring at the end of June and 17-21 - Final Exams although they will be leaving a huge gap in our staff, 21 - Grad Rehearsal we would like to congratulate them for making a difference in so many students’ lives. 21 - 28 - Rocky Mountain Trip 24 - Grad Dinner/Dance/Safe Grad As this is the last newsletter of the school year, we would like to wish all a safe and relaxing summer. 26- Graduation Ceremony 27 - Report Cards Issued See you in September! 28 - Last Day of School

M. Silva, Principal -

Guidance and Support Services: Guidance Office Direct Line: (204) 474 – 1156 Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Website: www.wsd1.org/kelvin Lise Simonsen (Guidance Department Head) Shannon Davison Ed Zeglen Megan Donald

Congratulations to the Class of 2019 Message to graduating students: As the 20178/ 2019 school year draws to a close, the Guidance Department would like to congratulate Kelvin High School’s Class of 2019! Graduation is an exciting and momentous life event, but whether you are off to one of Manitoba’s post–secondary institutes, moving away for university, or planning on moving on to full–time employment, graduation can be stressful and overwhelming. Graduating students are encouraged to meet with their Guidance Counsellors to discuss any concerns about the plans they have made. Counsellors are also available to help students make plans for next year if they are still undecided. For students interested in post-secondary studies, it is not too late to apply! Final application deadline for:

University of University of Manitoba’s Winnipeg’s Fall Term, Fall Term, September 2019: September 2019: August 1, 2019 July 2, 2019 *

* All U of W faculties except Faculty of Education which is June 1, 2019

Red River College is constantly accepting applications for the majority of their programs. Programs are filled on a first-come, first-served basis, so students are encouraged to get their applications in to their program of choice as soon as possible. Summer school and upgrading courses are available to students who require a course to meet admission criteria, or require a higher mark in a course. Information on these courses can be found on the following page.

The Guidance Department wishes all students a safe and happy summer!

Guidance and Support Services: Guidance Office Direct Line: (204) 474 – 1156 Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Website: www.wsd1.org/kelvin

Lise Simonsen (Guidance Department Head) Shannon Davison Ed Zeglen Megan Donald

The following Summer School and Upgrading Course options are available to students: Winnipeg School Division Summer Session Summer Sessions offer a variety of grade 7 – 12 non - repeater and repeater courses, and are an excellent option for students. Students can attend sessions to get additional or missing course credits, or to improve their grade in completed courses. Classes are offered at both Kelvin High School and Andrew Mynarski VC School. Classes begin July 3 — July 26 (Mon—Fri)

TWO WAYS TO REGISTER: IN PERSON OR ONLINE. If you register and pay in person, payment may be cash, debit, personal cheque or money order (payable to the Winnipeg School Division, Summer Session). They are unable to process credit card transactions in person. In person registration takes place in the Summer Session office at Ashland School, 170 Ashland Avenue in Room 2 Main Floor. Registration will be accepted if there are spots available in the class. Please check the Winnipeg School Division website first to see which courses are still available.

To register on-line, go to https://www.winnipegsd.ca/summer-session/Pages/default.aspx you can register on-line with or without a PayPal account. You can use your credit card (Visa, MasterCard or American Express) without setting up a PayPal account.

Whether a class will run is dependent on registration numbers. The final decision regarding which courses are run will be made at the end of the day, Sunday July 1st. Courses will be cancelled with insufficient student registrations. Please check the WSD website on Monday, July 2nd, for a current listing of courses being offered.

If a class is cancelled at the school site you chose, you may take a different course at that same school site; stay in the same course but attend at the other site or receive a full refund.

University of Manitoba Upgrading Courses

The University of Manitoba offers upgrading courses for students who do not meet their high school requirements or are missing prerequisite courses. The following courses are offered:

Math Skills provides students with the necessary background to continue with university level math and science coursework.

Preparatory Chemistry (CHEM 0900) and/or Preparing for University Physics (PHYS 0900) are offered to students who require a Grade 12 level chemistry or physics.

BIOL 1000 – a non - laboratory introductory biology course is offered to students who require a Grade 12 level biology. Please contact the Faculty of Science for more information.

“The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.”

- Eleanor Roosevelt

General “Welcome Aboard” to the following Grade 9 students who qualified to enter into the Grade 10 preparatory year of IB at Kelvin High School in September 2019.

IB – Class of 2022 Alyssa A. Jason L. Danielle S. Sasha B. Audrey L. Reiadel S, Mara D. Ivan L. Luke S. Andrea G. Charmaine M. Juca S. Carliana H. Salma M. Nathan S. Camila H S. Shraddha M. Karman S. Jeremy H. Shirley M. Hella S. Zoe H-B. Paul M. Lee T. Evaan J. Anthony N. Thao T. Olivia K. Mariam N. Yahiya Z. Beck L. Alexander P. William Z. Isabelle L-J. Zoe P. Jaewuk L. Jane R.

Summer Best wishes for a fun-filled, relaxing summer holiday. I will be checking my email periodically over the summer. Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. Timetables Student timetables for 2018-2019 will be available in August. All changes to IB schedules must be done with Mrs. Decelles.

Grade 10 School Exams June 17 to 21, 2019 Remember that your teachers are available to help you. Forming study groups with fellow students is helpful too. CAS Please see Mrs. Decelles if you wish to start some of your CAS (Creativity, Activity and Service) time during your summer holidays. IB Grade 11 IB Chemistry Exam

Congratulations – you have now written your first International Baccalaureate exam! The results will be available on-line starting from July 6, 2019. Please contact Mrs. Decelles if you have lost your login information to check your grade.

Provincial English Exam - May 27 to 30, 2019

Provincial Math Exam - June 11, 2019

School Exams

June 17 to 21, 2019

Remember that your teachers are available to help you. Forming study groups with fellow students is helpful too.

CAS

Complete and hand in the IB Learner Profile to Mrs. Decelles as soon as possible if you have not done so already.

You should be volunteering and reflecting upon what you have learned. Reflections can be of many forms – CAS reflection form or .PDF form available from Mrs. Decelles, written text, journal, photo collage, scrapbook, blog, or a blended approach, etc. You are required to maintain and complete a portfolio as evidence of your engagement in CAS. Keep in mind to arrange your three CAS interviews with Mrs. Decelles throughout the school year with the latest interview taking place before Spring Break of your Grade 12 year.

Grade 12

IB Exams

Congratulations – you have now written all of your International Baccalaureate exams! The results will be available online starting from July 6, 2019. Please contact Mrs. Decelles if you have lost your login information to check your grades.

IB Grad

The IB Graduation ceremony will be held on Wednesday, December 18, 2019. You will receive an information package in November 2019. Please notify Mrs. Decelles if you change your email address or if you move so we can contact you.

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Grade 12 students

√ Have you applied to university or college yet? It’s not too late!

√ Are you taking a year off to work or travel? Remember that any work experience you gain can be applied to your long-term career and employment skills, so make the most of your time in any position.

√ Not working in a field you like? Volunteer on the side to make connections and build skills that will get you into a more satisfying position! (There are many great opportunities at volunteermanitoba.ca)

√ Remember that regardless of your level of education, your experience is always going to be a huge factor in your appeal to employers, so work, volunteer, and/or join groups that interest you! - —- - - - - - BOOK RETURNS:

Please remember to return all Kelvin High School Library books before the start of exams.

Kelvin High School Library is closed during the months of July and August. Any items not returned by June 30 will be accepted by Staff in the school’s Main Office. There will be fines applied to all lost or missing books. There are no fines if you return your overdue books.

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- JUNE 2019 PROVINCIAL STANDARDS TESTS

Good luck to those students who will be writing the following Grade 12 Provincial Standards Tests: Pre-Calculus Math Tuesday, June 11, 2019 9:00-12:00 Essential Math Wednesday, June 12, 2019 9:00-11:00 Applied Math Thursday, June 13, 2019 9:00-12:00

Team Results Contest Zone Province Pascal 1st 3rd Cayley 1st 4th *The medal is awarded to the top scoring student in the school. Certificates are awarded to all the students who achieved a mark which ranked in the top 25% of all contestants. Congratulations to all contestants and their fantastic results!

Grade 9—Pascal Contest Grade 10—Cayley Contest

Medal: Zachary E Medal: An H. Jeremy H.. Certificates: Certificates: Shraddha M. Daylen R. Charlotte B. AlaynaS. Luke S. Roman S. Jaewuk L. Kyra H. Juca S. Peter H. Tobin M. Tom Z. Abigail W. Voke E. Liam F. Mark P. Yahiya Z. Vijia Z. Karman S. Jason L. Matteus N. Audrey L.

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May 15, 2019 brought with it the centennial of the Winnipeg General Strike; an historic event that’s legacy triggered the establishment of workers rights, collective bargaining and union representation that work forces globally depend on today, a century later.

Mr C Young and M. R Sokalski, along with Grade 10 and 11 students worked hard over the past month on diorama’s, models and banners show- casing these events along with samplings of food, music and costume.

Classes were invited to attend presentations throughout the day by several speakers specialising in aspects of the strike itself, personalities and photos from the day and life in the early 1900s in addition to a lunchtime talk by Wab Kinew, leader of the provincial NDP, who discussed the importance of labour rights and the connections between the modern NDP and the Winnipeg General Strike. —

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On May 5th, both the Stunt Team and Pom Team competed at the Manitoba Association of Cheerleading's ICU World's Bid event, in which both teams placed first in their respec- tive categories. The Pom Team finished first place out of all of the pom teams at the competition and earned a partial-paid bid to the 2020 World School Performance Cheer Championships. The Stunt Team had the second highest score of all the senior stunt teams and earned an at-large bid to the 2020 World School Cheerleading Championships.

On May 12th the Cheerleading team competed at the Manitoba Cheer Federation Provincial Championships, their last competition of the season. The Stunt Team had a zero deduction routine and finished fourth in the scholastic division. The Pom Team earned a season high score and won first place in the Senior Motions division. Con- gratulations to all members of the Cheerleading Team for an outstanding season!

National Dance Championships

Kelvin Dance Collective competed in the Canadi- an National Dance Championships at the RBC Convention Centre on Saturday April 27th! The dancers received High Gold in their Division! CONGRATULATIONS!! KELVIN ROCKY MOUNTAIN TRIP: JUNE 21 – 28 2019

THERE ARE ONLY 2 SPOTS REMAINING!! Explore the Rockies! Spend your last week of the school year explor- ing the mountains around Canmore, Alberta. We will stay at the Canmore Alpine Club of Canada and day hike some of the best hikes in the area – Mount Yamnuska, Lady MacDonald, and Ha Ling to name a few.

The trip was established in 1982 by staff members who wanted to share their experiences of hiking in the mountains. This year’s Rocky Mountain Trip will leave on June 21st and return on June 28th. Staff members include: Ms. Gysel, Ms. Mitt, Mr. Charriere, Mr. Campbell, Ms. Strachan, Mr. Buskell, and Ms. DeVos. All staff on the trip have experience with hiking and outdoor trips. The trip is open to students in Grades 10 & 11.

The approximate cost of the trip this year will be between $850 and $950 depending on the number of students. This cost covers tour bus transportation, group supplies, lodging, and all student meals. The group will cook its own meals at the facility in Canmore, and we will day hike in the Canmore / Kananaskis area in Alberta. Trip costs will be finalized once student trip numbers are confirmed and payments will be spaced out throughout the school year.

Please check out our Rocky website. Our site can be accessed at: khsrocky.weebly.com or through Kelvin’s home page. Go to Athletics and Extracurriculars – School Trips – Rocky Mountain. CAP 2019 April 9th, 9 Kelvin students wrote the Cana- dian Association of Physicists High School Exam. Jaehyeong Yang finished 2nd in the province and 26th in Canada!

Congratulations!

A big thank you to the following tutors who generously volunteered their time during 2nd Semester in order to help with the academic success of their fellow students: Missy B., Corine C., Gabriel D.

C., Helin E., Emma H., Celia H., Russel I., Eduardo G. O., Wei-An L., Aidan L., Jennifer N., Adaleia

S., Alexandra S., Marit S., Jaehyeong Y., Gabriel Y. and Mona Z. In order to purchase tickets and attend the Safe Grad Dinner and Dance the following steps must be completed:

STEP 1 - VERIFICATION

All Grads must be VERIFIED by the Safe Grad Committee BEFORE they can purchase tickets.

Verification forms handed out in English classes. Once verified, each grad will receive a passcode that will allow them to purchase their tickets. Verification takes place on May 8h and 9th.

STEP 2 - PURCHASE OF TICKETS

Students who have been VERIFIED can purchase their tickets for the Dinner, Dance, and Safe Grad 2019 in one of the following ways:

i) ON-LINE GRAD TICKET PURCHASE

Students can purchase their tickets (maximum of 6) for the Dinner, Dance, and Safe Grad 2019 on-line, using a VISA or MasterCard credit card ONLY, from Monday, May 13 to Sunday, May 26, 2019. Students can find the link on Kelvin’s website. Food allergies and/or vegetarian requests are to be Indicated on-line, as you register each guest.

ii) IN-PERSON GRAD TICKET PURCHASE

Students can purchase their tickets in person from Ms. K. Stewart, in Room 25 during lunch (12:25-1:15) on Tuesday, May 14 and Wednesday, May 15. After Wednesday, May 16, tickets can only be purchased online.

STEP 3 - TICKET PICK-UP

Students who purchase tickets via either method will be allowed to pick up their tickets on Wednesday, June 12, 2019 from 4:00 - 6:00 pm in the Library. Grads must bring their receipt verifying that they have paid for their tickets on- line or in person. IMPORTANT NOTES:

· ONLY VERIFIED GRADUATES will be allowed to purchase and pick up their tickets.

· You must bring your on-line receipt or in-person receipt when picking up tickets.

· If a grad is unable to pick up their tickets at this time, they may give their receipt to a trusted friend to pick up the tickets on their behalf.

STEP 4 - THE BIG DAY— MONDAY, JUNE 24, 2019

Grads AND their dates need to bring photo ID and their Grad tickets to the Dinner, Dance and Safe Grad on June 24. If photo ID and/or grad tickets are missing, the Grad and/or guest will NOT be

allowed to enter the Safe Grad Dinner and Dance. NO EXCEPTIONS.

STEP 5 - EXITING THE SAFE GRAD DINNER AND DANCE

Designated drivers who are picking up graduates and their dates/sponsored guests must be at least 21 years of age and hold a valid full stage driver’s license. Everyone attending Safe Grad is required to have pre-arranged for a designated driver and will not be permitted to drive home / take a cab from the Safe Grad event.

The designated drivers, as identified on the verification forms, must present a valid driver’s license to the Check-Out Committee in order to sign out their grad and his/her date/sponsored guest. If the driver has no ID, the alternative driver listed on the verification forms will be contacted.

NO EXCEPTIONS. Once a grad/guest leaves the Safe Grad event, they are not allowed to return. For more information regarding tickets, please contact Ms. K. Stewart at 204-474-1492 or email at [email protected].

For more information regarding verification, please contact the parent committee by email

at [email protected] or 204-474-1492 and ask for Teresa to leave a message. Facts about the Graduation Ceremony and Graduation Rehearsal 2019

FOLLOW THE GRADUATION LINK ON THE KELVIN WEBSITE (under “Student Resources”) FOR COMPLETE DETAILS AND CURRENT INFORMATION

WHEN AND WHERE IS THE GRADUATION REHEARSAL? HOW LONG IS IT? IS IT COMPULSORY TO ATTEND? The Rehearsal will be held on, Friday, June 21 at 11:00 am at Calvary Temple, 440 Hargrave Street. The rehearsal should not take more than 30 - 40 minutes. Attendance is expected.

WHEN AND WHERE IS THE CEREMONY? 10:00 am, Wednesday, June 27 at Calvary Temple, 440 Hargrave Street.

WHAT TIME DOES THE CEREMONY START AND END? HOW LONG IS IT? The procession of Graduates will begin with their entrance into the Church Sanctuary between 9:45 and 9:50 pm. The Ceremony commences promptly at 10:00 am. The Ceremony is nearly three hours long – there are over 300 graduates.

WHERE DO STUDENTS PICK UP THEIR GRADUATION GOWNS? Gown pick-up is in the Church Hall. Students should be at the church by 9:00 am.

SEATING – ARE THERE LIMITS TO THE NUMBER OF GUESTS? WHAT TIME SHOULD GUESTS ARRIVE? Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. There is seating for approximately 1700 guests. Guests should arrive in time to be seated in the Sanctuary of the Church by 9:30 am, at the latest, but NOT earlier than 9:00 am. It is inadvisable to invite children under the age of 10. Limited seating is available for guests with special needs. We will ask for reservation information at the rehearsal. WHERE IS PARKING AVAILABLE? - Limited parking is available ONLY IN THE CALVARY TEMPLE parking lot. Please note that the parking lots that say “Sundays only” are free on Sundays only. You can park for free at the back of the church buildings, except in those spots reserved for presenters, or on the north side of Notre Dame where it says “Calvary Temple events.” (See map on reverse.)

IS THERE A RECEPTION AFTER THE CEREMONY? Yes, there will be a reception in the Church Hall. Graduates will proceed directly to the designated gown return area to return their gowns and stoles. There will be a charge of $75.00 to individuals that do not return their gown. Graduation caps may be kept as a souvenir of the event. Graduation keepsakes will be distributed at this time. After, graduates may proceed to the reception.

CAN PHOTOGRAPHS BE TAKEN IN THE CHURCH? Yes. All graduates will have a photo taken as they receive their diplomas, but family may take candid photos. However, families are kindly requested not to ask their graduate to stand and pose for a photo during Diploma presentation, as it prevents the presentations from flowing smoothly.

GRADUATION CEREMONY DRESS and DEPORTMENT Please wear comfortable but appropriate clothing underneath your gown. Jeans, boxer shorts, t-shirts, etc. are not appropriate for this occasion.

Do not bring purses and/or backpacks. If you do, you must carry them into the church, as there is no secure place in which they may be stored during the Ceremony. Please note that neither Kelvin High School nor Calvary Temple will assume any responsibility for any claims of loss and/or damage to personal property, or claims of personal injury.

CLIPPER TIPS

The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) states that when a student reaches the age of 18 they are an adult and schools are unable to share information with parents without the written consent of the student. We believe that in the majority of situations parents would like to continue to receive information about their children from the school. Consent Forms are available in the guidance office and need to be filled out after a student has reached reached the age of majority.

School vandalism includes graffiti, SCHOOL PARKING LOT broken windows, damage to roofs and PLEASE DO NOT DROP OFF STUDENTS IN THE school equipment. SCHOOL PARKING LOT. THIS IS NOT FOR To report suspicious activity on school PUBLIC ACCESS. grounds between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. or to report an act of school vandalism in Winnipeg call:

(204) 231-4556

Bikes at the School REMEMBER: When storing bikes at Kelvin’s bike rack Students need to bring bike locks as thefts have occurred and cable locks cut. Bikes are the students ACCIDENTS CAN BE PREVENTED BY DROPPING responsibility. OFF AND COLLECTING STUDENTS AT KINGSWAY DOORS ONLY.

Kelvin High School Code of Conduct

Kelvin High School has adopted a “Clipper Code of Conduct for Student Athletes”. Kelvin believes that participating in athletics is a privilege. Student athletes are ambassadors of our school. The image presented by our student athletes will be of a positive nature, enhancing the reputation of Kelvin inside and outside the community. Students who do not adhere to these considerations will be referred to an Athletic Review Committee to address the matter.

Smoke Free Environment

The Winnipeg School Division Board of Trustees has adopted the following motion: “School Division buildings, Division vehicles and School Division property, shall be smoke free. Smoking by students, employees of the Division, and any persons shall be prohibited in Division buildings, Division-owned vehicles and on school property”