January 7, 2015 Shirley Gibson, Principal | 34800 Dewdney Trunk Road, Mission, BC V2V 5V6 | Tel 604-826-3651 | Fax 604-820-9209 | hss.mpsd.ca
MESSAGE FROM THE ADMIN TEAM Dear Parents and Guardians:
December was a very busy month here at Hatzic Middle/Secondary School. While our students continued to focus upon their studies, they also demonstrated their true belief in the importance of giving to others through a variety of events at our school. The ‘High Schools Have Heart’ Christmas dinner for the Mission community was a tremendous success and served over 250 people. All of the school communities donated clothing, blankets and toys which were greatly appreciated by those who attended the dinner. The three high school leadership programs worked hard to ensure that the day was successful for all involved. Congratulations to everyone involved in the High School Students Have Heart Community Dinner! Mrs. Shirley Gibson Principal Our Winter Band concert, under the direction Mrs. Aldridge and Mr. Heslip was a very enjoyable evening showcasing the talent of our music students. Their Mr. Wayne Chow passion for music is evident and was thoroughly enjoyed by the audience. Vice-Principal, We ended our busy month with a Winter Spirit Week organized by our Leadership class Middle School guided by Mr. Vos. Our main entrance hall was a winter wonderland and enjoyed by all. Grades 7, 8 & 9 Well done! Mr. Andrew Merry Now that we are back and refreshed from our Winter break, the end of second term Vice-Principal, is only three weeks away. Our students will be expected to ensure that their Grad Program assignments are up to date, that they are attending classes on time, completing Grades 10, 11 & 12 homework and studying for upcoming exams. Counsellors: The information in the student agenda has been changed, please see pages 3 & 4 for th updated exam information. Friday, January 30 is the semester turn around day and Ms. Susan Curror students are not in session. Term 3 and second semester courses begin on Monday, Middle School February 2nd. Timetables will be available in Day 1, Block 1 on January 28th. IMPORTANT DATES… Ms. Erica Copley For all Grade 12 students who are graduating at the end of January, the Graduation Grad Program th Jan. 30 Semester Transition Plan is due to Mrs. Gibson by 8:30 on January 26 . If you have any Turn Around Day. questions, please see Mrs. Gibson. Students not in Session: We are very close to the mid-point of this school year and if you have any questions Feb. 9 Family Day regarding your child’s achievement, please do not hesitate to contact us. Feb. 13 Pro-D Day
Sincerely,
Shirley Gibson, Principal Wayne Chow, Vice-Principal (7-9) Andrew Merry, Vice-Principal (10-12)
Home of the Crusaders
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FOR: Grade 5/6 Mission District #75 students WHEN: 6 sessions (Mon & Wed) Jan 12th, Jan 14th, Jan 19th, Jan 21st, Jan 26th, and Jan 28th. WHERE: HATZIC SECONDARY SCHOOL TIME: 4:45-6:15pm COST: $40.00(includes a Hatzic Volleyball t-shirt). Please make cheques payable to Hatzic Secondary (Re: Volleyball Leadership Program) ACTIVITIES: Review basic skills (serving, passing, hitting and blocking), participate in games and receive feedback from experienced coaches and skilled volleyball players from Hatzic Secondary. REGISTRATION: Please register by January 8th 2015. Space only for 50 students so register soon!
Direct all questions and/or concerns to Carolyn Chezzi [email protected] and/or Lorraine Mar [email protected] (604) 826-3651.
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2 Hatzic Middle Secondary School Newsletter – January 7, 2015 IMPORTANTIMPORTANT DATES DATES COMING COMING UP UP … … Apr. 30 Parent/Student/Teacher Conferences Jan.Jan. 30 22 TermWinter 2 EndsFormal 3:15 – 9:00 PM Jan. 30 SemesterTerm 2 Ends Turn Around Day. May 1 Non-Instructional Day StudentsSemester not Turn in SessionAround Day. May 15 Non-Instructional Day Feb. 2, 3 ProvincialStudents not Exams in Session – Gr. 11/12 May 18 Victoria Day Holiday Feb.Feb. 9 2, 3 FamilyProvincial Day Exams Holiday – Gr. 11/12 June 5 Prom at Swan-E Set Feb.Feb. 13 9 Pro-DFamily Day Day Holiday June 13 Commencement – 7:00 PM Feb. 13 StudentsPro-D Day not in Session Clarke Theatre Mar 8 TurnStudents Clocks not ahead in Session one hour. June 18 Final Day of regular classes Mar.Mar 16-208 SpringTurn Clocks Break ahead one hour. June 19-24 Provincial Exams Apr.Mar. 3 16-20 GoodSpring Friday Break Grades 10, 11 & 12 Apr.Apr. 6 3 EasterGood MondayFriday June 25 Last Day for Students Apr.Apr. 17 6 ½Easter Day Assessment/EvaluationMonday June 26 Administrative Day Apr. 17 ½ Day Assessment/Evaluation
VOLLEYBALL LEADERSHIP
The Volleyball Leadership Class will be running a bottle drive on Saturday, January 24th. We will be around the area collecting or the bottles/cans can be dropped off at Hatzic Middle/Secondary School between 10:00 and 1:00. Thank you for your support.
This class will also be hosting a fitness boot camp class for students and adults on Friday, January 23rd. Certified instructors will be running the event. For more information and tickets, please contact Ms. Chezzi at [email protected]
WINTER FORMAL
This year’s Winter Formal will be held here at the school on January 22nd. The cost of a ticket is $25.00. The doors open at 6:00, dinner is at 6:30 and the dance will be held from 8:00 – 10:00 PM. Guest forms must be in to the office by January 16th.
YEARBOOKS
If you are purchasing a yearbook and you have not ordered one already, please have your money ($50.00) in to the office by March 13th. They MUST be pre-ordered as you will not be able to purchase them once they are here.
January 2015 Exam Schedule
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Block order for Jan 27-Jan 30
*Day 1-1 means Day 1, period 1 and so on and so forth (January 28 & 29 have double block rotations)
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY Jan 26 Jan 27 Jan 28 Jan 29 Jan 30 Semester Day 2 Day 1 Day 1-1 Day 1-3 Turn 4321 1234 Day 2-1 Day 2-3 Around Day Day 1-2 Day 1-4 (Students NOT Day 2-2 Day 2-4 in school)
Provincial Exam Schedule
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY Feb. 2 Feb. 3 Feb. 4 Feb. 5 Feb. 6
Day 1 – 1234 Day 2 – 1234 Day 1 – 4321 Day 2 – 4321 Day 1 - 1234
9:00 – 11:00 am 9:00 – 11:00 am English 12 Communications 12
1:00 – 3:00 pm PROVINCIAL EXAM WRITING TIME: Socials 11 *An ‘extra’ hour of time is available when writing Provincial Exams (i.e. if exam time is 9 – 11 am, students will have until noon, should they require it. An
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ABORIGINAL CORNER – January, 2015
Happy New Year to all our students here at Hatzic. A huge highlight for us is the signing of our new Aboriginal Enhancement Agreement 2014-2019. This was a busy time for us, preparing and getting give away items ready to hand out at the Signing. We are very fortunate to have so many wonderful and artistic students in our school. We had several students come forward to share their talents with us. Connie and I {Ramona} are here to support a wonderful community at Hatzic. Lunchtime is no exception, we have on average 40 students who come through our rooms during the lunch hour, whether it is to grab a bite to eat, catch up on some work, use the computers or just to sit and socialize with peers. It is very busy. Connie and I are working on crafts based on ideas that students have brought forward. We are looking forward to start crafting more with our students and share teachings and stories with each other. Connie was able to take a group of our students on a tour of UFV, to introduce them to College and University. They were from the grad program grades 10-12. This allowed the students to ask questions and get a glimpse of furthering their education.
Connie Moojelski, Aboriginal Liaison Worker, Graduate Program Ramona Valenzuela, Aboriginal Liaison Worker, Middle School
CAREER CENTRE NEWS
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Grade 12’s It’s time to apply to universities and colleges NOW. No idea what you’re going to do in September? Sign up for an appointment with Mrs. Janzen to discuss your options. Remember to apply for Scholarships and Bursaries The Career Centre has a Facebook Upcoming Events for Grade 11 & 12’s page!
January 31 UFV recommended application deadline
January 31 UBC’s Application Deadline Search for February & March TWU Preview Days and Campus Visit Dates Mission See www.twu.ca/undergraduate/visit for more details Career Centre (Parents are also invited) and “Like” the page to receive February 28 BC Universities’ Early Application Deadline (some exceptions) information and March 4 UFV Chilliwack Campus Tours; choose either Health Sciences opportunities or Trades 8:50 – 12:15 Permission forms will be available in February
March 5 UFV Abbotsford Campus Tour & Info Session 12:00 – 2:55 Permission forms will be available in February
Need advice or help regarding post-secondary programs/schools, careers, resumes, interview skills, or course planning for next year? Come by the Career Centre. Parents are welcome to call, email, or make an appointment to meet with me anytime. Linda Janzen, Career Advisor 604-302-5314 [email protected]
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