Dear Families & Caregivers,
As we get closer to our Holiday Break, it’s important for students, and their home supports, to be aware of successes thus far in their classes. Often times, students can use the break as a way to catch-up on missing work from the semester or prepare for the end of the school year. Marks will be updated in their classes before the break and students are encouraged to speak to their teachers about any missing work.
Please take the time to check PowerSchool to ensure that students are on track to complete their courses this semester. If you, or your student, has concerns about passing courses or catching up, please contact the teacher for that course. It may also be helpful to book a conversation with Guidance to find supports and options.
An Exam/January schedule will be available soon to students, so they are aware of their exam obligations and class schedule for the end of the semester.
Sincerely,
Jack James Admin
Jack James Weekly Menu – December 9th-13th
Monday
Main: Beef Stroganoff on Buttered Egg Noodles
Tuesday
Main: Poutine
Wednesday
Main: Burritos
Thursday
Main: Cod Battered Fish and Chips with Tartar sauce
Friday
Brunch: Eggs Benedict
Things to Note:
CLUBS
Music-Band Club - Monday – Thursday at lunch time all year in Autobody
GSA - Tuesdays at Lunch in the Art Room
E-Sports - Thursdays at 8am in the Computer Lab
AFCC - Honouring Life Club - Every 2nd Thursday- chat with Ms. Cromwell & Ms. Willis for more info (staff also welcome to join in)
Dungeon and Dragons Club - Wednesday after school- see Ms. Korman and Mr. Gallant for more info
Open Gym - Come and get your sweat on! Every Monday and Thursday morning starting at 7:30am. Half the gym will be basketball, half will be students' choice. All are welcome. Clean, appropriate footwear required. See Mr. Green in room 127 if you have any questions.
JJ Green Team- Thursday at lunch Room 213 with Ms. Hoven and Ms. Lampic!
HOMEWORK CLUB AT FOREST LAWN
Calgary Bridge Foundation for Youth hosts students Tuesdays after school from 3:30pm-5pm. If you are interested, you need to fill out a registration form so check in with your Guidance Counsellor!
LEADERSHIP CLASS – UPDATE
Over the last week before the winter break the Leadership class has helped organize some fun activities for students! Over the next few weeks watch for door decorating, as a selection of the best decorated class door will win pizza in January!
Monday, December 16th - Red and Green day
Tuesday, December 17th - Nifty Nails at lunch in area by the tree. This is a Fundraiser for donations for animal agencies ($2 for buff and polish, $5 for glitter & glam)
Wednesday, December 18th - Fancy Dress Day
Thursday, December19th - Funky Sweater Day
Friday, December 20th - Holiday Breakfast & PJ day
UPCYCLED CARD & ORNAMENT WORKSHOP
The Jack James Green Team is spreading Upcycled Holiday Cheer with an... ECO-FRIENDLY CARD & ORNAMENT WORKSHOP on Mon Dec 9th from 4-6 pm in JJ Cafeteria! Join us for a crafty evening where you can learn to make stunning ornaments from recycled materials. Embrace the holiday season while being kind to our planet!
GRADitude PROJECT
Cinderella Project is now known as GRADitude project. In 2025, Youth Central is proud to open the Project to youth of all genders, offering a limited number of suits alongside dresses. For more information follow this link: https://youthcentral.com/graditude/
TURNING POINTS 2025
Turning Points 2025 takes place over 7 consecutive days after teacher's convention in February. Students are accompanied by Lynsey Bechert, our Off-Campus Coordinator, and earn some credits. The programs we will investigate include Welding, Digital Design, Automotives, Hospitality & Tourism, Transportation Trades (ie Crane and Drone Operation), Culinary, Legal Studies, Glaziers, Insultation.
A candidate must have reliable attendance and also must be able to reasonably catch up on missed classwork. Please see Ms. Bechert if you are interested, or email lybechert@cbe.ab.ca with any questions.