Graduation Ceremonies and Banquet Friday, May 27 

Graduating Students 

Students please see the following staff if you would like to discuss your name pronunciation at the graduation ceremony.

• A to H - Ms. Heather Coco - Room 224,  anytime
• I to O - Ms. Lindsey Held - Room 233, tutorial only
• P to Z - Mr. Armando Zavaleta - Library, any time except period 2

Please see messages in the section below.  Link:  Graduation 2022 Newsletter

Graduation Gowns; Caps; Tassels

Students are responsible for the care of the gowns/caps/tassels and to ensure they have all 3 with them when they arrive at the U of C Jack Simpson Gymnasium for the graduation ceremony.  The caps and tassels are for students to keep and the gowns will be returned immediately after the ceremony at the U of C.

Study Guides

Exams are coming!  The school store has study guides for cash purchase at 1/2 the price of other sources. The store is open Wednesdays at lunch.

Parking

Please drop off or pick up in south side of the school parking lot or east of the barrier on 52 Avenue.  

Students have been advised that vehicles parking in areas in the community will be towed - for example near or around the Petro-Canada and strip mall, McDonalds, etc.  Vehicles parking in the Churchill lot without a visible student parking pass will also be towed. Please come to the main office if you have questions about parking passes.

Volunteer Churchill Peer Tutoring 

Volunteer Churchill’s Peer Tutoring Program is up and running. Any struggling students are encouraged to make use of this program.  There is a link that can be used to sign up as either a tutor or tutee on the website or see Miss Lee.  As a tutor, they earn Volunteer Churchill hours towards an end of the year certificate.   
Here is the link: https://bit.ly/swc2021-22peert... 

Graduating Students 

Graduation Jewelry 

Order your graduation jewelry now and also receive a free hoodie.  Jewelry can still be ordered on line.  Catalogues are available in the main office or the school library. 

Scholarship Information 

Education Matters Scholarships

Take a look at all 43 pages of Education Matters Scholarships available on d2l – we’ve tried to make them more accessible if you’re finding their website tricky. Take a look in the ASSIGNMENTS bin and read through the options available to you.

Gr. 12 Scholarship information – if you are applying for Scholarships:

• Please see d2l for updated/new Announcements that have been added (and you will want)
• Be aware of upcoming deadlines – do your homework and ensure you have all you need
• and (finally….) be aware Queen’s University Scholarship is coming up fast – are you ready

Bulldog Athletics

Congratulations to the Sr Girls Field Hockey team on their quarterfinal win last night!  They were dominate in their play and controlled the game from the first hit!  Semifinals tomorrow at UofC against Bishop Carroll at 4:30pm.  Best of luck!!

The Sr Boys soccer team lost to Aberhart in their quarterfinal last night, so the season comes to an end for them unfortunately.  Congrats on a strong season, with many highlights to appreciate – not the least of which is a return to play!!  Well done Barb, Ken and John with support from afar from Gus!!

Go Bulldogs Go – would love to see staff out to any playoff games that you can attend, I know the student athletes and staff coaches appreciate the support!!

WEDNESDAY (25th) 
Rugby - 4:45 @ Bishop Carroll (CRU #2) – Quarterfinals

THURSDAY (26th) 
Field Hockey - 4:30  @ Bishop Carroll (UofC) - Semifinals

FRIDAY (27th) – (Graduation)
Jr Boys Soccer - 4:15 vs Forest Lawn - Semifinals

SATURDAY (28th) 
Track & Field - 8:00am City Championships

MONDAY (30th)
Rugby - TBD - Semifinals

TUESDAY (31st) 
Field Hockey - 3:30 City Championship (UofC)
Jr Boys Soccer - City Championship
SWC Athletics - 7:00pm Booster Club Reception (Silver Springs)

THURSDAY (2nd)
Spring Sports - 7:30am Awards Breakfast - Cafeteria
Rugby - City Championships

Post Secondary & Careers

Industrial Electricians, Instrumentation Technicians and Millrights Wanted

Are you about to graduate and like working with your hands? If you answered yes, you are eligible to apply for careers in Industrial Electro Technologies and industrial Mechanics.  These positions are only for Grade 12 students. See Mr. Z in the library.

Summer Jobs

Between Friends has over 60 leadership positions to fill for Summer Camps this year - for more info. and to apply, ask for Mr. Z in the library. Wages start at $15.91/hr.

Between Friends - Summer Positions

Between Friends, an organization that specializes in providing recreational activities for community members with disabilities, is currently in the process of looking for camp counselors over the summer.

• Any students who are 16 or older can find summer opportunities here: Click Me
• Any students interested in volunteering can fill out a volunteer form here: Click Me

There are 2 sites this summer for staff and volunteers to choose from:

• Sandy Beach (1215 50th Avenue SW)
• Cambrian Heights Community Association (600 Northmount Dr NW)

All paid positions run from June 16th until August 26th, from 8:30am - 4:30pm every day of the week, with all statutory holidays off. Accommodations can be made for any students writing final exams during the initial period of the summer. 

Looking For a Summer Job?

Companies are hiring students for paid positions in the following industries: IT, Hairstyling, Barbering, Health Services, Mechanical and Industrial. Register for info sessions by scanning the QR codes on TV screens OR stop Mr. Z’s office in the library for more info!

Cycling Instructor Summer Job

Want a job where you can be outside, be active, gain leadership skills and make new friends? Scan the QR code for more info on current summer opportunities with Pedalheads!  Stop by Mr. Z’s office in the library for more info!

Momentum Savings Program

Do you want to save money for school or to start your own business? The Momentum Youth Savings program will not only teach you how to save money BUT they will also match your savings 4:1. For every $50 you save, they will give you $200! To see if you qualify, stop by Mr. Z’s office in the library to chat. 

Young Women in Trades & Technologies 

CAREERS Next Gen is an organization breaking down barriers and paving a path for women in skilled trades and technologies.  If you are interested in learning about opportunities available in a variety of industries, visit Mr. Z in the library for more information. 

Clubs and Activities

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