WSS Newsletter #7 – Oct 5, 2020

Westview Secondary School
NEWSLETTER #7

Oct. 5th, 2020

Week 3 Summary

As a school we endeavour to create opportunities for students to do relevant, meaningful and engaging work in class. As we walked the halls this past Thursday afternoon and visited classes, we saw some really great learning happening. In Earth Science, students were learning about rock types (sedimentary, igneous, & metamorphic) by comparing them to chocolate bars and making some real life connections. In Woodwork 10 students had to design and make a table out of one 2×4. The range of creativity and talent was awesome. In Social Studies 10, Ms. Cyr’s class had artifacts from World War 1 that came from the Canadian War Museum in Ottawa. Students had to inquire about the function of each artifact – with some obvious items such as a helmet and some items that were difficult to determine their specific use in war time. The common denominator in each class was engaged learning – which ultimately what we as a school strive for!

School Clubs & Sports
The launch of our Drama Club with Mr. Sanderson, which runs on Tuesdays after school at 2:45, was a hit with 23 aspiring performers attending. All students are welcome!! Open to students in grades 8-12. No experience necessary!!

Coach MacDonald is starting drop-in volleyball this Tuesday, see the PE bulletin for sign-up and details! This is a multi-grade opportunity & no experience necessary. Come out and learn to Bump, Set & Spike!

Food Service & Cafeteria
Cafeteria Lunch Cards are available for purchase in the Cafeteria in denominations of $10 and $20. You may also make payment on the portal and the student can pick up their cards the next day at lunch in the Cafeteria. To purchase more cards, students can pay for one in the Cafeteria or please contact the Accounts Clerk @ 604-467-3481 to pay through the portal.

This week’s menu:

Monday – Sandwich Lunch Bag, Chicken Wrap, Assorted Salads
- Soup – Tomato Basil Soup
Tuesday – Cheese Burger and Fries, Assorted Salads, Wrap
Wednesday – Sandwich Lunch Bad, Wrap, Assorted Salads
- Soup – Thai curry chicken soup
Thursday – Pulled Pork Sandwich & Fries, Wrap, Salads
Friday – Sandwich Lunch Bag, Chicken Wrap, Assorted Salads
- Soup – Cream of Cauliflower soup

Staff & Program Profile: Lauren O’Leary & Shannon Sharpe (Counsellors)

The counselling department at Westview this year is represented by Lauren O’Leary (responsible for Grades 9, 11 and 12s with last names A-L) and Shannon Sharpe (responsible for Grades 8, 10 and 12’s with last names M-Z). Although due to safety protocols the counselling office is not open to drop-ins, students are still welcome and encouraged to make individual appointments online should they need support! Students have adapted to using the QR code posted around the school, through which they are able to book an appointment and then we come to their class and get them. The role of the school counsellor involves supporting the social emotional needs of students, promoting student wellness, connecting to community resources and post-secondary / career counselling. We recognize that students are in a time of transition as we all adjust to this unprecedented year and managing mental health and wellness is more important than ever. Please encourage your student to reach out should they like to meet with one of our school counsellors.

Student Fees
Student fees for the 2020/21 school year are $28.00 and payment through the Portal is requested. If for certain reasons you cannot use the Portal, a cheque payable to Westview Secondary or exact change in a sealed envelope will be accepted.

Yearbooks 2019-20

Any students who have purchased yearbooks last year and have not picked up their copy, please come to the office for their yearbook.

Upcoming Events

- Tuesday, October 6th – Drama Club meets in MPR at 2:45
- Tuesday, October 6th – Drop-in Volleyball in Gym at 2:45
- Wednesday, October 14th – 2019-20 Awards Lunch for Grade 9/10s
- Thursday, October 15th – 2019-20 Awards Lunch for Grade 11/12s
- Friday, October 23rd – Provincial Non-Instructional Day (No classes)

Monday, October 26th – PAC (virtual Zoom) Meeting

We are looking forward to continuing regular classes this week. Please do not hesitate to email Principal, Darren Rowell, (Darren_Rowell@sd42.ca) if you have any questions or concerns.

Sincerely,

Darren Rowell

Principal, Westview Secondary School

-Inspiring & encouraging students to strive for excellence!

Have a Question?
The following list of Counsellors and Administrators and their grades are listed below: