HANEY HAPPENINGS Monday, November 24
\nTODAY:
\n\u2022\tIntro to Power Yoga during Y block
\n\u2022\tExplore Capilano \u2013 Info Night tonight at 6:30pm in their Birch Atruim
\n\u2022\tGr. 8 volleyball tryouts tonight at Webster\u2019s Corner 7:30 \u2013 9:00 pm<\/p>\n
PE Fitness Testing Make up
\nIf you didn\u2019t finish your fitness testing for PE last week, please come down to the gym during Y block today. We will be running the Beep test in the gym and other testing in the weight room.<\/p>\n
NEW ROTATION RE APPLIED SKILLS 8:
\nThe first class of the new rotation will be today & tomorrow. Rotations are as follows:
\nBusiness Education \t\tHome Economics
\nHome Economics \t\tTechnology (Mr. Brekkaas)
\nTechnology \t\t\tTechnology (Mr. Crawford)
\nTechnology\t\t\tBusiness Education<\/p>\n
The following students need to see Mrs. Clayton during a \u201cC\u201d block to discuss their PE online course as they ARE NOT ACTIVATED YET.<\/p>\n
Alisha Barnett, Erin Coughlan, Austin Fitzgerald, Olivia Golby, Mason Harbour, Kaylin Harvey, Isobel Ing, Daman Preet Mehat, Sara Rankin-Collins, Amelia Rankine, Olivia Sears, Chris Condraal, Hannah Basran<\/p>\n
THSS CLOTHING ON SALE!!!!
\nNEW THSS CLOTHING: There are two new THSS logos for clothing. Clothing will be on sale from November 18 \u2013 January 16. Samples to try on for sizing will be available at lunch outside of the Rotunda. Pictures and order forms will be located on the board next to the Intramural board (outside the rotunda). There will be t-shirts, long sleeves, hoodies, crewnecks, and sweat pants available. All details and prices will be on the order forms.<\/p>\n
Intro to Power Yoga: Monday, November 24 during Y Block. All students welcome
\nAll fitness-minded students are welcome to come to power yoga! This class is a moderate level, but options will be given for different levels. Please wear exercise clothing and bring water. Mats are provided but you can bring your own if you have one. If you are in PE 10 Online, your attendance will count for an hour credit. Email or see
\nMs. Szakos if you have any questions.<\/p>\n
The fall music concert is this Tuesday, Nov. 25th from 7-8pm here at THSS in the rotunda. Admission is by donation and all proceeds go towards the students\u2019 repertoire.<\/p>\n
The Key Club is hosting a toy drive to collect Christmas presents for underprivileged children between the ages of 2 \u2013 12. If you have any unused toys, please bring them to the office before December 1.<\/p>\n
THE RIDGE MEADOWS VOLLEYBALL CLUB is trying to get a boys\u2019 volleyball team going for the 2015 season. If you are a grade 8 boy who is interested in playing, please contact Sue Soolsma at rmvc@shaw.ca. Tryouts take place tonight, Monday, Nov 24 at Webster\u2019s Corner Elementary School from 7:30-9:00pm. There will be no cost for the tryouts or these practices.<\/p>\n
Basketball Teams:
\nGrade 8 boys: Tryouts on Monday from 3:00-4:30; practice on Wednesday from 3:00-4:30
\nJunior boys: Practices Tuesday and Thursday 3:00-4:30
\nSenior boys: Practices Tuesday and Thursday 4:30-6:00
\nSenior and junior girls: practice 7:15-8:00 am TODAY, Friday, Nov. 21. If enough girls show up there will be tryouts next week Monday and Wednesday 6:30-8:00
\nVolleyball Teams:
\nPlease return your washed jersey to Mrs. Clayton in the PE area ASAP
\nThe Intramural Volleyball Schedule is now posted. Games are Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday for the next three weeks.
\nPlease read the schedule carefully for game times; some days you might play twice.
\nA reminder of the Craft Fair set-up (Friday, Nov. 28 after school) and take down (Sunday, Nov. 30 @ 4:00)
\nTHSS CLOTHING DRIVE: November 24 \u2013 December 15: Please bring in any old bedding, towels, purses, shoes or clothing. Drop off is beside the Lost & Found bin located near the office. Clearly label all donation bags with student TA #.
\nGrade 10 and 11 Students: Rotary Youth Exchange: Interested in attending school in another country for one school year starting in September 2015? If so, you and your parents are welcome to attend an information meeting on Wednesday, November 26th at 7 pm here in the THSS library. Only one student will be selected. For more information: contact mwmurray@shaw.ca or iboekhorst@telus.net
\nNovember 29 (9am – 12pm) \u2013 Kwantlen\u2019s Athlete Recruitment Day
\nThis inaugural event will connect high school athletes with KPU Eagles coaches to ask questions, and find out more about KPU’s programs and campus life. All athletes presently in Gr. 11 & 12 who are interested in playing varsity level men & women’s basketball, soccer, golf, and badminton, are invited to attend. Find out more at kpu.ca\/athletes-recruitment-day.
\nNovember 29 (1pm – 4pm) \u2013 Kwantlen\u2019s Surrey Discovery Day
\nThis event is specifically designed for Gr. 11 & 12 students to explore academic and career opportunities. There will be presentations on KPU’s programs, talks by current students, and interactive booths and activities from various departments. Find out more at kpu.ca\/surreydd.<\/p>\n
INFO FOR GRADS:
\nGRAD FEES are now available to be paid on the parent portal.
\nCap & Gown $50.00, Dinner \/ Dance $60.00 per ticket (you can purchase 2 if you are bringing a guest), Dry Grad $30.00 per ticket (you can purchase 2 if you are bringing a guest). Parents will be welcome to attend early at Meadow Gardens for photos, but the Dinner \/ Dance is for students and one guest only (not parents).<\/p>\n
THSS GRAD PHOTOS: If you haven\u2019t already booked your grad portraits, please go to www.mountainwest.ca\/ and book your appointment online. There are still appointments available on January 13 and 14.
\nCAREER PREP INFO:
\nFor more information from the Career Centre about all work experience opportunities, post-secondary information and scholarship information, please see the Career Centre website (http:\/\/schools.sd42.ca\/thscareer\/), bulletin boards and\/or newsletter.<\/p>\n
Career Info Night: Hosted by Maple Ridge Secondary for grades 10, 11 and 12 and their parents in the Maple Ridge\/Pitt Meadows district. This is an opportunity to listen and interact with a wide variety of people active in their professions and trades. The date is Wednesday, December 3 from 7:00 \u2013 9:00 p.m. Pre-register online at www.mapleridgesecondary.ca and click on Career Information Night. <\/p>\n
Page Program: Become a page at the House of Commons. This is a unique opportunity to learn about the Canadian parliamentary system. Each year, 40 exceptional students from across Canada are selected to take part in this program. This is for graduating grade 12 students with an academic average of 80% and can speak both official languages. Apply online at parl.gc.ca\/hocpage by December 8. <\/p>\n
POST-SECONDARY INFORMATION:
\n\u2022\tExplore Capilano \u2013 Info Night is TONIGHT, Monday, November 24 at 6:30 p.m. in the Birch Atrium.
\n\u2022\tSFU Program Info and How to Finance Post-Secondary Fair: November 26th from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. For more information and how to register please visit: http:\/\/www.sfu.ca\/students\/events\/choose-your-program.html
\n\u2022\tPSI (Post-Secondary Day): Thursday, November 27 starting at 9 a.m. Universities and Colleges throughout B.C. will be here to provide the students with information about their programs. While it is primarily intended for grade 12\u2019s, it is also very beneficial for interested grade 11\u2019s and even grade 10\u2019s to attend for part of the morning.
\n\u2022\tUBC’s Faculty of Engineering Open House: November 29th from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm at UBC.
\n\u2022\tUBC’s Sauder School of Business is having an open house on November 29 from 9:00 am \u2013 1:00 pm.
\n\u2022\tEmily Carr\u2019s National Portfolio Day is on Saturday, December 6 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.<\/p>\n
SCHOLARSHIPS & BURSARIES:
\nQuest for Excellence: Remax of Canada will reward 16 bursaries of $1,000 each. The application deadline is: March 9, 2015. Enter at www.remax.ca<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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