J. N. Burnett Newsletter

Newsletter #1 September 2015

Phone: 604-668-6478 Trustee: Jonathan Ho Email: [email protected] Principal: Mr. Bert Wiens Website: jnburnett.sd38.bc.ca Vice-Principal: Ms. D. MacDonald Early Warning: 604-718-4007 Vice-Principal: Ms. A. Davidson ______

PHOTOS IMPORTANT UPCOMING EVENTS School photos for the yearbook and Go-Cards were taken on September 10th. If you missed this day or if you were not happy with the Oct.1 PAC Meeting 7:30pm picture, you can get your photo retaken on Oct.9 Photo Re-Takes Friday, October 9th. If you lose your Go-Card, Oct.12 Thanksgiving Day-School you may apply for a new one by picking up an Closed application in the office, but there is an $11.50 Oct.21 Parent/Teacher Conferences charge. Oct.22 Parent/Teacher Conferences Oct.23 Pro-D Day – School Closed PROLONGED STUDENT Nov.5 PAC Meeting 7:00pm ABSENCES Nov.10 Remembrance-Day Just a reminder to parents that prolonged Ceremonies absence from school affects a student’s ability to Nov.11 Remembrance Day-School keep up with his/her coursework, especially on Closed a semester system. If your son or daughter will Nov.17 Report Card Issued be absent for more than three days due to Nov.26 Grad Winter Formal illness, please call the school so that we may Nov.27 Pro-D Day – School Closed inform the staff and gather homework. Dec.3 Conference Day 1 Dec.3 PAC Meeting 7:30pm AGENDA Dec.16 Grade 9 Immunization

Dec.18 Last Day of Classes- Just a reminder to students and parents to Christmas Vacation utilize the very effective organizational tool that Jan.4 School Re-Opens each student got with their school fees. The Jan.7 PAC Meeting 7:30pm student agenda is a helpful tool for keeping Jan.22 Last Day of Semester 1 track of assignments, practices, tests and for Jan.29 Semester 2 Begins communication between home and school. Use yours everyday.

WORLD TEACHER DAY EARLY WARNING CALL-IN PHONE LINE Just a reminder to all students and parents that The early warning phone line is up and running. Please Monday, October 5th is World Teacher Day. Be phone 604-718-4007 when your child is going to be sure to show your appreciation of the very away sick, or if your child will be late with important work these people do in helping a good reason. prepare our children for a successful future!! ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT STAY CONNECTED

Welcome back sports fans and athletes for There are many great ways to stay aware of another exciting year of athletics!! the goings-on at Burnett. Among them are: Organizational meetings have been held for all School website: fall sports and students are hard at work http://www2.sd38.bc.ca/burnett-web/ practicing for the upcoming season. The fall Twitter Account- https://twitter.com/ season kicks off September 28th and will continue into early November. A big thank you PARKING LOT AND DRIVING to all of the student coaches, teacher coaches and teacher sponsors that volunteer and

dedicate their time to have teams run. Just a notice to parents and students about our parking lot. Rules indicate that there is to be no idling when waiting to pick people up, and for TEAM COACH SPONSOR reasons of safety, we would ask that most Ban. Girls VB Mr. Wes Bevan students walk to and from school. Our parking lot can be quite congested and at times, Juv. Girls VB Monica Lopez & Ms. Cat Bateman dangerous. If we can do more to limit the Suki Pang number of cars in the parking lot, it will benefit the environment as well as all of our students. Jr. Girls VB Mr. Bill Riach Sr. Girls VB Monica Lopez & Ms. Cat Bateman Veronica Wong Mrs. Lena Molloy P.E. CHANGEROOMS Mrs. Liv Berry

Just as a reminder to all students who need to Jr. Boys VB Mr. Bill Riach use the changerooms during their PE block or Sr. Boys VB Mr. Wes Bevan for afterschool games or practices. The changerooms are locations where thefts can and Vanessa Chan, Ms. Della Fuller do occur. We strongly advise students against Joy Li & Ashini D. bringing anything of value to these areas, and if X-Country Ms. Cat Bateman they must bring something important to them, they should have a lock to secure things. The PE staff will be locking the gate to the changeroom I'd like to extend my best wishes for a fun areas after students have had time to change, and rewarding season in all sports for the and will not be opening the doors again until 2015/2016 school year! class ends, so if you need to be dismissed early, Go Breakers Go!! you will have to make alternate arrangements.

CAFETERIA A NOTICE TO PARENTS OF Welcome back to Stacey Green and Heron Island ATHLETES catering. Students are always welcome to bring a healthy lunch, but there are times when you I am required to register all participants on may choose to purchase food from our cafeteria. school sports teams with B.C. School Sports. The food is healthy and inexpensive. They are This is not new; I am required to do this every open before school for some breakfast foods; year. This requires me to release the following offer a series of hot foods and snacks for lunch, information: athletes full name, gender, and close everyday at 1:30. The have daily birthdate, grade level and year they entered specials, so be sure to check out what they offer. Grade 8. Parents are asked contact Ms. Bateman at the school if they do not give consent for this information to be forwarded.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING TEXTBOOKS

During the first weeks of school, textbooks were issued to your son/daughter. We have stressed with students that it is their responsibility to take good care of all textbooks that they are issued. At the time the textbook is issued, the number and condition are recorded. At the end of the semester, students are expected to return the textbook that they were issued, in the same condition that it was when issued, accepting that there may be normal wear and tear. Textbooks are very expensive and our supply is very limited. Parents should be aware that students will be required to pay for lost or damaged textbooks (beyond normal wear and tear) at the end of the semester. It is important to emphasize that students are required to hand in the textbook that has the number that they were issued, not simply a textbook that they may have ended up with. We do not wish to unfairly charge someone for a missing textbook that they are unable to return because someone else has it.

PARENT ADVISORY COUNCIL NEWS

The Burnett PAC works to enhance communication between parents, students and the Burnett Staff and Administration. This is done through monthly meetings, and through certain special events. PAC meetings are held the first Thursday of each month at 7:30pm in the school staff room. All parents/guardians of Burnett students are Burnett PAC members.

2015 PAC meetings: October 1 at 7:30pm November 5 at 7:00pm (early start to allow time for allocating gaming funds) December 3 at 7:30pm

Before school dismissed for the summer in June, the PAC hosted a wonderful Dry Grad event for graduating grade 12 students. Barb Buchsbaum and Sarah Banno, as co-chairs, worked incredibly hard to make the event a success. A huge Thank you to both of them.

On the June 19, the PAC held a Teacher and Staff Appreciation Breakfast. This special thank you to the Burnett teachers and staff could not have happened without the help and donated food from the following parents: Sarah Banno, Laura Smith (co-chair), Kathy Tsakumis, Sukh and Harjeet Manhas, Angela Hong, Cres Dawson, Eric Ng, Marianna Boros, Chilette Dimou, Margaret Tam, Julie Tischler, Steve and Barb Buchsbaum (co-chair), Linda Farn, Joanne Tung, Sholeh Salehi, Daisy Nagy-Gyorgy, April Boni, John and Stephanie Nomellini. Thank you to all those parents for helping make the breakfast successful.

Please feel free to contact me at any time if you have any questions or concerns relating to the school or the PAC. My email is [email protected], and my phone is 604-241-9812.

I look forward to meeting you at our September PAC meeting. Stephanie Nomellini

Noon Hour Supervisors

“Helping to make our schools a safe and welcoming environment.”

The Richmond School District is looking for NOON HOUR SUPERVISORS to work either on-call or five (5) days a week in an Elementary or Secondary school. Duties will involve supervising students in school buildings and grounds during the lunch break plus assisting in the office or school library.

The shifts for this part time casual position are 1.5 hours per day on those days that the students are in attendance. Incumbents are expected to follow the same vacation schedule as the school. In addition to excellent communication and interpersonal skills, applicants must have experience supervising groups of elementary school-aged children and be willing to work with adolescents.

First Aid and other related training, such as conflict resolution or non-violent crisis intervention, would be preferred. The rate of pay for this part time casual position is $21.53 per hour, which includes 4% holiday pay.

Interested qualified applicants should forward their resume with supporting documents along with a cover letter to [email protected] or www.makeafuture.ca quoting competition number, # NHS003-15 to: Human Resources Department School District No 38 (Richmond) 7811 Granville Avenue Richmond, BC V6Y 3E3

If you have submitted an application within the past six months, you need not reapply. We appreciate the interest of all applicants but only those being considered for interviews will be contacted. For more information regarding the Richmond School District, please visit our website.

CAREER NEWS IS ON THE NEXT FEW PAGES

CAREER NEWS

"The future depends on what you do today." Mahatma Gandhi

Important Information is available: Richmond District Career Center News: www.sd38.bc.ca/[email protected]/ Check facebook page for important info and up-dates https://www.facebook.com/pages/JN-Burnett-Secondary- School-Career-Information-Center/676894562416136 Around the School: Student announcements, bulletin board In the Career Centre - Visit Career Information Advisor, Ms. Borres. Her office hours are: Tuesday, Wednesday (bi-weekly) and Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Partial Schedule of Colleges/Universities School Visit to JN Burnett Secondary School: Know the updated programs, admission requirements, scholarships, and other pertinent information about different colleges and universities from their Admission Advisers. Location: JN Burnett Library September 29, Tuesday, 2:55 - 4:00 p.m. - Ryerson University October 16, Friday, 12:43 - 1:28 p.m. - John Hopkins University October 19, Monday, 12:43 - 1:28 p.m. - Kwantlen University October 28, Wednesday, 12:43 - 1:28 p.m. - University of November 13, Friday, 12:43 - 1:28 p.m. - Western University November 16, Monday, 12:43 - 1:28 p.m. - University of Toronto November 26, Thursday, 12:43 - 1:28 p.m. - University of Alberta

JN Burnett will host the Post Secondary Institutions of BC (PSI BC) Event on November 19, Thursday, 12:43 - 1:28 p.m. at the gymnasium. Admission Advisers from PSI BC member institutions will be coming to meet you. They will answer your queries regarding their programs, admission requirements, scholarships, residence, clubs and other questions that you might want to ask from them.

POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION SEPT 1/15 - Douglas College Starts Accepting Applications - This is the first day for submission of applications for students currently registered in Grade 12 who will graduate in June 2016. For more information visit: www.douglas.bc.ca/become-student.html

OCT 2/15 University of Saskatchewan Open House Prospective students, and parents are all welcome at the University of Saskatchewan's Open House! They will be offering special programming for parents, while students will be able to sign up for sessions throughout the day to learn about colleges, programs, activities and services of interest! Registration for this event will open later this summer. To receive an early-bird notification when the registration form is available, sign up using your preferred email address at: http://usask.us7.list- manage.com/subscribe?u=3441dd83e2d1ccfa75de076e6&id=b01dbf7c27

OCT 6/15 Study and Go Abroad Fair in Vancouver Everyone is invited to Canada's largest international university and student travel expo and meet with universities and colleges from around the world – including Canada! Also visit the Travel Zone for gap year information, and other travel options: volunteering; language travel; internships and work abroad programs. Keep checking back as new information will be added re: whose coming, seminars, etc., closer to the event. http://www.studyandgoabroad.com/registration_form.php Pre-register online to be eligible for prize draws http://www.studyandgoabroad.com/prizes.html Admission is free plus every visitor will get their own copy of Canadian Student Magazine at the door. When? Tuesday, October 6, 2015 Fair Times: 2pm – 6pm Free Seminars: 1 pm - 6 pm Where? East Ballroom at Convention Level, Vancouver Convention Centre, 999 Canada Place

OCT 7/15 (Wednesday) Canadian Universities Event (CUE) 2015 @ McMath Secondary All grade 11 and 12 students in Richmond (and parents/guardians) are invited to the Canadian Universities Event 2015. This annual event will showcase 51 Canadian universities and will be held at McMath Secondary. CUE offers Richmond students a unique opportunity to visit with many Canadian university representatives at one time, all at one location. Date: Wednesday, October 7, 2015 Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Format: info table style (only) Visit the CUE 2015 site for details in the fall or see your Career Advisor. ***2015 Canadian Universities Event (CEU) Schedule October 1, Thursday - Bodwell High School, , 7:00-9:00 October 2, Friday - Seaquam Secondary School, Delta, 9:00-10:30 - Langley School District (Langley Events Centre), Langley, 12:00-3:00 October 5, Monday - Collingwood School, West Vancouver, 8:30-10:00 - Southridge School, Surrey, 1:50 - 3:00 - Princess Margaret Secondary School, Surrey (open to all Surrey School District secondary schools), 6:30 - 8:30 October 6, Tuesday - Public Evening Fair, Vancouver, Marriott Pinnacle Downtown, Vancouver, 6:00 - 8:30 October 7, Wednesday - West Point Grey Academy, Vancouver, 9:00-10:30 - Vancouver College, Vancouver, 1:30-3:00 - R.A. McMath Secondary, Richmond, 6:30-8:30 October 8, Thursday - Burnaby North Secondary, Burnaby, 9:00 - 10:30 - Handsworth Secondary School, North Vancouver, 1:40-3:30 - Rockridge Secondary School, West Vancouver, 6:30-8:00 October 9, Friday - Riverside Secondary School, Port Coquitlam, 9:30-11:00 - Sir Winston Churchill Secondary School, Vancouver, 2:30-4:30

OCT 15/15 Vancouver US College & University Fair in Vancouver The 2015 Vancouver US College & University Fair will be held at West Point Grey Academy, Students in Metro Vancouver are invited to attend. Last year approximately 100 US College/University institutions participated in this annual event. This diverse group of post-secondary schools range from small private liberal arts colleges to larger universities. One premise of this Vancouver US University & College Fair is to highlight those institutions that are possibly lesser known to students. The Fair will take place on Oct. 15th in the West Point Grey Gym (4196 West 4th Ave, enter off of West 4th Ave). The fair will be open to students and their families between 4:00PM and 5:00PM. There is no fee for attending this event. *Note in association with this event there are also some very interesting student workshops being offered on Oct. 14th at 5:00PM at West Point Grey Senior School. Students in grade 11 or 12 can attend one of these sessions by registering at the link. Students in grade 11 or 12 can attend one of these sessions by registering at the link. https://wpga.myschoolapp.com/page/Home? fromHash=register%2f14468&siteId=801&ssl=1#register/14468 These workshops fill up quickly. VAIS Workshops 2015 ~How to Write a Winning Essay | Joel Hart, Pomona College ~Choosing a College Major | Aaron Brown, University of Southern California ~How Are Students Selected? | Christie Culp, Pepperdine University ~What is a “Liberal Arts” Education? | Simon Nascimento, University of Chicago ~Common Application Tips & Guidelines | Maria Malloy, University of San Diego ~Managing Your Online Persona | Beth Concepción, Savannah College of Art and Design Questions? Contact Ms. Cromarty, Director of University and Career Counselling, WPGA 604-224-1332 ext 205 [email protected] http://www.wpga.ca/vaisfair.

OCT 17/15 University of Alberta Open House The annual U of A Open House will be held on Saturday, October 17, 2015 from 9am-4pm at the Butterdome in Edmonton. Students, and their parents are invited to join over 7,000 guests who will visit campus on this day to explore over 200 programs, connect with faculties and services, tour campus and residences, and attend presentations. Students may plan their day in advance by signing up for Campus Tours before the day of the event. To find out more about Open House at U of A, visit: www.uab.ca/openhouse

Discovery Days at KPU are coming up in the Fall! This event is specifically designed for Gr 11 and 12 students to explore post-secondary opportunities. There will be presentations on KPU's programs, interesting activities, and opportunities to connect with faculty members. High school students will also have the chance to ask questions and connect with current Kwantlen students. Langley Discovery Day October 23rd, 2015 Location: KPU Langley Richmond Discovery Day November 27th, 2015 Location: KPU Richmond More details will follow. http://www.kpu.ca/future-students/events

OCT 30 and 31/15 University of Ottawa Open House (in Ottawa) The Open House will give students a unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of their future lives as Ottawa students. Students participating in the Open House will discover: ~What the classrooms, labs and facilities look like? ~How to pay for studies? ~Admissions information? ~Program details? ~How to gain work experience while studying? For more Ottawa Open House information visit: http://www.registrar.uottawa.ca/Default.aspx?tabid=4888

MAY 7/16 The Vancouver International Universities Fair The National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) will sponsor a first-of-its-kind Vancouver International Universities Fair on May 7, 2016 at The Vancouver Convention Centre. This event will be hosted by Overseas Association for College Admission Counseling (OACAC). Universities from across Canada, the United States and the United Kingdom will be in attendance for students who are considering their post secondary options.

INFORMATION SESSIONS Post-Secondary Information Sessions Our local colleges and universities frequently host information events on their campus to promote their programs to prospective students. Visit the links below for information session details. Capilano: http://www.capilanou.ca/calendar.aspx?view=list&for=277& Kwantlen: http://www.kwantlen.ca/futurestudents/events.html BCIT: http://www.bcit.ca/infosessions/ Douglas: http://www.douglascollege.ca/study-at-douglas/information-sessions Langara: http://www.langara.bc.ca/news-and-events/information-sessions/index.html VCC: http://www.vcc.ca/applying/apply-now/info-sessionstours/

NOV 18/15 BCIT Big Information Session BCIT hosts a “BIG Information Session & Program Expo” at the main campus in Burnaby. This free event is open to everyone and provides a unique opportunity for you to find out more about BCIT’s full-time programs and part-time courses and programs all in one place, at one time. BIG Info gives you the opportunity to hear from successful BCIT grads, meet with faculty, staff and program advisors. For 50 years, BCIT students have learned by doing. It’s why our grads are more than ready to succeed in the real world. Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2015. For more info visit: http://commons.bcit.ca/biginfo/?utm_source=panewsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=hseduc ators

OTHER INTERESTING PROGRAMS OCT 2/15 Fall 2015 Richmond RCMP Youth Squad Program. Are you a Grade 10, 11 or 12 student interested in learning about work in Emergency Services? If so, you are invited to apply to join the Fall 2015 Richmond RCMP Youth Squad Program. This is an eight-session program running on Thursday evenings at the RCMP Richmond Detachment. Topics include emergency response, police dog services, forensic identification, fire and ambulance and much more. Cost per person is $80.00 and deadline to apply is Friday, October 2! Applications are available from your Career Information Advisor or on the Richmond SD38 website.

OCT 9/15 - YWCA HIGH SCHOOL MENTORSHIP PROGRAM INFO SESSION - Location: YWCA Program Cent. 4th Floor, 535 Hornby St, Vancouver. Girls in Gr's 11 & 12 are matched with volunteer professional women in one-to-one relationships. Mentors & mentees meet once a month from Oct through June. Attend the info session to learn more. Visit website for further details and application form: http://ywcavan.org/programs/mentorship or contact Sioned Dyer at: [email protected] or 604- 5846.

OCT 14 /15 PSAT (Grades 10, 11, 12) AND PSAT 8/9 AT HJ Cambie Secondary Cambie Secondary will be hosting the 2015 PSAT and PSAT 8/9 on Wednesday, October 14 at 9:30 am. The test will be finished at approximately 12:30 pm. Seats are limited to the first 10 registered with us - first-come- first-served basis! *New this year we are also hosting the PSAT 8/9 as a new initiative. This is a great opportunity for grade 8 and 9 students to test their skills. Forms are available from your Career Information Advisor. October 2 is the deadline to have Form and $33 cheque (payable to HJ Cambie Secondary) submitted into HJ Cambie School Office!

OCT 17/15 - PHARMACY 101 FOR YOUTH 2015 - Career 101 For Youth organization will conduct a Pharmacy 101 for Youth 2015 on October 17, 9:30-3:30 p.m. At the UBC Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2405 Westbrook Mall, Vancouver, BC. This free conference is for Grades 11 & 12 students who are interested in Pharmaceutical Sciences. Explore this exciting career. Registration deadline is on October 4, 2015. Send application found at http://www.career101foryouth.com/appllication.html to [email protected]. For more information refer to http://www.careere101foryouth.com/location--program.html.

OCT 21/15 KPU Tech Trades Program Expo Are you interested in studying trades? KPU has a series of events taking place on October 21 at KPU Tech! High school students are invited to attend the Trades & Technology Program Expo from 3-6:30pm to learn about programs at KPU Tech. 12-3:30pm - Bricklaying Competition

12-4:00pm - KPU Tech Career Fair (Over 20 employers will be on campus. Learn more about job opportunities in the trades!) 3-6:30pm - Trades & Technology Program Expo (Can't decide what program to select? Consider attending the Trades & Technology Program Expo!) *All campus shops and labs will be open, giving you the opportunity to speak with instructional faculty from all trades and technology programs. http://www.kpu.ca/tech

NOV 18 & 25/15 - "PARENTS AS CAREER COACHES" WORKSHOP - Richmond School District No. 38 in partnership with Capilano University and Richmond District Parents Association present a FREE two- night workshop series on November 18 and 25 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at MacNeill Secondary School. Engage in productive career discussion with your teenager. Understand today's labour market and the skills youths need to succeed. Access career websites and other resources to explore education and work options. Help your child discover their interests and skills. Space is limited. Registration is required by November 10. Workshop is for Secondary Parents only. Refreshments will be served. To register, please contact Anne Chen at [email protected].

SCHOLARSHIPS Check the Career Centre News for scholarships available: http://public.sd38.bc.ca/~ccnews

Loran Scholarships Program Deadlines: OCT 14/15 - Suggested deadline for all sponsored applications to be submitted. OCT 21/15 - Deadline for all sponsored applications to be submitted. OCT 28/15 - Deadline for all direct pool applications to be submitted.

The Loran Awards program is open to graduating high school students. Renewable for up to four years, and valued at up to $100,000, it includes a matching tuition waiver, an annual stipend of $9,000, access to funding and internships through a summer program, invitations to annual gatherings and forums, and one-on-one mentorship. 30 Loran Scholars are selected each year and the award is tenable at any of their partner universities. Eligibility Criteria: Be in the graduating year of uninterrupted full-time studies in high school. Exceptions may be considered for those who have undertaken a gap year for academic pursuits or community service-based activities. Present a minimum cumulative average of 85%. Hold Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status. Must be 16 years of age or older as of September 1, 2016. Other Awards: Loran Finalist Award ($3,000 one time award, 40 available) $3,000 one-time entrance award Offered to all finalists who attend national selections but are not selected as Loran Scholars. Tenable at any accredited public university in Canada. Loran Provincial Award ($2,000 one time award, 40 available) $2,000 one-time entrance award Offered by our regional committees to an outstanding semi-finalist who is not asked to attend national selections. Tenable at any accredited public university in Canada. Instructions for all applicants: 1. The application is entirely online. There is no need to mail anything. Complete the application at www.loranscholar.ca/apply. 2. As part of the online application, state whether you are seeking sponsorship from your principal, guidance counselor, and teacher or school administrator. Each high school may sponsor up to three candidates. Note: If you do not receive sponsorship from your school, your application will automatically be considered in the direct pool. Sponsored candidates get a chance to participate in regional interviews. However, Loran Scholars are discovered and selected through both application pools. 3. Request a reference from a teacher, community member or someone else who is familiar with your activities. The reference may not be a family member or a friend. Note: Reference letters and sponsorship confirmation must be complete by application deadline. Please see website for further details: http://loranscholar.ca/apply/

NOV 30/15 - SAGE Scholarship application deadline. One $10,000 scholarship in Canada for a legal resident who is graduating within 12 months and will be studying in the field of business (Accounting, Entrepreneurship, General Business, Economics or Finance). To enter the competition students must submit a vine video about a business related topic. For details see: http://www.sage.com/us/sage- one/resources/scholarsh

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES SEPT 29/15 Volunteer Expo 2015 Kwantlen University will host Volunteer Expo 2015 at Richmond Rotunda on September 29, 2015 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is a unique opportunity for you to connect with non-profit organizations that are looking for motivated, talented students. Find out how you can make an impact on your community and enhance your resume and employability skills!