| Students are excited for the return of school sports. Families are asked to please make note of times for tryouts and make arrangements for drop off / pick up. September 14
7:30 am SR Boys Volleyball Tryout September 15
7:30 am JR Girls Volleyball Tryout
Cross Country Meet #1 - Stanley Park 5:00 - 6:30
Girls Soccer Game vs. Fairview @ John Ware 4:30 - 5:30 pm
JR Boys Volleyball Tryout 3:30 - 4:45 pm
September 16
SR Girls Volleyball Tryout 7:30 - 8:30 am
Boys Soccer Practice 3:30 - 4:45 pm
SR Boys Volleyball Tryout 3:30 - 4:45
September 17
Cross Country Training 7:30 - 8:30 am
September 20
JR Boys Volleyball Practice 7:30 am
Cross Country Training 3:30 - 4:30 pm
Girls Soccer Practice 3:30 - 4:45 pm
JR Girls Volleyball Practice 3:30 - 4:45 pm
September 21
SR Boys Volleyball Practice 7:30 Cross Country Meet #2 - North Glenmore Park 5:00 - 6:30 pm
Boys Soccer Game VS Woodman @ John Ware 4:30 - 5:30 pm SR Girls Volleyball Practice 3:30 - 4:45 pm September 22 JR Girls Volleyball Practice 7:30 am Girls Soccer Game VS. Woodman @ John Ware 4:30 - 5:30 pm JR Boys Volleyball Practice 3:30 - 4:45 pm September 23 SR Girls Volleyball Practice 7:30 am Cross Country Training 3:30 - 4:30 SR Boys Volleyball Practice 3:30 - 4:45 pm September 27
Cross Country Final Meet - North Glenmore Park 5:00 - 6:30 pm
Boys Soccer Practice 3:30 - 4:45 pm
Girls Soccer Practice 3:30 - 4:45
September 29
Girls Soccer Game VS Dr. George Stanley at Dr. George Stanley 4:30 - 5:30 pm
October 2 - Alternate date for Cross Country Final Meet (North Glenmore Park 5:00 - 6:30 pm)
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| Oki, Tansi, Danit'ada, Umba-watich, Tawnshi, and Hello We are thrilled to be getting geared up for the start of our 2021-22 school year. It has been a beautiful summer, and we as a staff sincerely hope you have enjoyed time with your children and had some fun in the gorgeous weather. Our staff are working to prepare classrooms and planning activities for your child(ren)'s arrival next week to start the school year. Families will receive an email from their child's homeroom teacher on Tuesday at 3:00. Please see the key dates for our staggered entry schedule: Wednesday, September 1st Grade 7 (only) AM 8:30 – 12:00, Grade 8 & 9 (only) PM 1:06 – 3:10 *CTS routes available before and after school only Thursday, September 2nd Grade 7 (only) AM 8:30 – 12:00 Grade 8 & 9 (only) PM 1:06 – 3:10 *CTS routes available before and after school only Friday, September 3rd All students, 7, 8 & 9 Friday Schedule 8:30 – 11:50 School Supplies: The following is a general list of supplies required by all students at John Ware School. Students are responsible for replacing these items as they are depleted through the year. Please label everything.
- Geometry set (protractor/compass)
- Binders & Dividers (3)
- Agenda/Daytimer (optional)
- Glue Stick
- Calculator (recommend TI 30X yx and (+/-)
- Highlighters
- Scissors
- Duotangs
- Pencil Crayons
- Erasers
- Pencils (box)
- Fine tip black marker
- Pencil Case
- Loose-leaf lined paper
- Pens – several in blue or black ink
- Markers
- Ruler (metric)
Things to look forward to: We are bringing many elements of typical junior high life back this year. - Use of lockers
- Continued away for the day policy (cell phones)
- Daily intermural activities
- Students able to meet with friends in the library for lunch
- Field trips
- Guest speakers
- Sports teams
- Clubs & Special Events
We will continue to be a “closed campus" through the end of September, when CBE will review the COVID protocols and masking expectations.
Thank you, Tanis Greenlaw, Principal
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| John Ware Families, We are so excited to have your children return to in person learning next week.
Students will start attending in person classes on Wednesday, September 1st. We plan to have a staggered entry schedule for students to provide a calm re-entry and support the return to moving through the building for options and core classes.
Wednesday, September 1
Grade 7 Only - 8:30 - 12:00
Grade 8 & 9 Only - 1:10 - 3:10
Thursday, September 2
Grade 7 Only - 8:30 - 12:00
Grade 8 & 9 Only - 1:10 - 3:10
Friday, September 3
All grades attend 8:30 - 11:50
Teachers will be contacting families on August 30/31 to welcome students to their classrooms for the year.
Thank you,
Tanis Greenlaw, Principal
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| Hello fellow John Ware parents!! Our Casino is fast approaching - and we are in need of approximately 40 volunteers to fill positions over the two days, August 31 and September 01, of our casino. This two day commitment means our school will receive in the neighborhood of $70,000....that's a lot of cookie dough, meat, chocolates...or other things we don't need to sell!
Please - check your schedule, and sign up for a shift. It's easy work - and helps our students immensely! Project Goals: - updated furtinture, flexible seating and equipment for the Learning Commons - additional technology purchases for accessibility in classrooms Location: Deerfoot Inn & Casino
Date: August 31 & September 1, 2021 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080c4eafac2da2f49-casino1
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| In recognition of National Indigenous Peoples Day, in alignment with the CBE Education Plan, John Ware School acknowledges and supports the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) Calls to Action. Collectively, we make the following commitment to action for the 2021-2022 school year: All students will engage in land-based learning throughout the year in all subject areas. We are of the land, which influences our lives and experiences in understanding ourselves. In making our commitment, we are inspired by Calls to Action # 57 & # 63. Date: June 21, 2021
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| This weekend's events have once again reminded us of the fragility of life, and the many atrocities of the Residential School system. With the discovery of 215 children's remains at the Kamloops Indian Residential School, many feelings are surfaced for our students, families and staff.
This week, flags will be flown at half mast in recognition of the lost lives of residential schools and staff and students are encouraged to wear orange.
Why is this issue important to all Canadians? Why should it matter to those who didn't attend residential school? It matters because it continues to affect First Nations, Inuit and Metis families - people from vibrant cultures who are vital contributors to Canadian society. It matters because it happened here, in a country we call our own - a land considered to be a world leader in democracy and human rights. It matters because we share this land. We may not be responsible for wat happened in the past, but we all benefit from what First Nations, Inuit and Metis have had to relinquish. We are responsible for our actions today. (from 100 Years of Residential Schools in Canada)
Families can explore more about residential schools through 100 Years of Loss: The Residential School System in Canada
A virtual exhibition can be viewed at www.wherearethechildren.ca
We continue to support the implementation of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action as part of the CBE's system Indigenous Education Holistic Lifelong Learning Framework. The CBE acknowledges the words of Murray Sinclair, Chair of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada: “Education is how we will heal, teaching our children that we are all equal is how we will stop racism and bring about reconciliation." Survivors of the Indian Residential School system can get support through the 24/7 crisis line (1-866-925-4419), and additional support is available through the Kids Help Phone (1-800-668-6868). Support is available to CBE employees through Homewood Health (1-800-663-1142).
Thank you,
Tanis Greenlaw, Principal
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| As educators, our job is to teach. What we were somewhat unprepared for was the work needed in response to the much-increased use of technology for our students to both engage in learning from home, and to “connect" with their friends and peers. Ironically, many students' time online is not making people feel good. Many students report the perceived need to be online (Fear of Missing Out / FOMO), and also share they don't feel close to others, and often times feel worse after having experienced something negative online, such as fighting on a group text, chat, or on social media. Source: https://www.prevnet.ca/cyber-bullying/teens As a school, we are one part of a child's network of support. Families are asked to spend time talking to their child(ren) around their experiences online, what they have observed and heard from others, which they may not feel comfortable with or know what to do about, and what help they may need. Online time on social media and other platforms on evenings and weekends is a family focus; we support students when engaging in learning during the day and become involved when outside activities impact students' sense of safety coming to school. We rely on our working relationship with families to support the school by maintaining a vigilant level of supervision around your child's online behavior and activity.
TIPS:
Students do not need their phones/devices overnight. Nothing good comes from texts at 1 am. Turn off all notifications and location services on apps. Regularly check in on your child's activities and concerns around social media. Have parameters for screen-free times to engage in other activities.
The
Internet Does Have Rules of Conduct – Just Like Life
The anonymous and instant nature of the Internet makes it easy to believe people can say or do what they want without repercussions. But there are rules for safe and acceptable online behaviour. Never treat someone online in a way you wouldn't feel comfortable doing face to face.
Never share passwords with anyone other than a trusted adult. Never share cellphone numbers or email addresses unless you know and trust the person. Never share personal information or photos in a chat room. Never post, email or forward naked photos of yourself - or anyone else – to anyone.
Always stand up to bullying behaviour you see online. If you know who the sender is, let him or her know that cyberbullying is not okay with you but don't engage in responding to nasty or aggressive messages. Reach out to the person on the receiving end. Let them know that you are there and you care. Delete the message and do not pass it along.
Always talk to a trusted adult about your online relationships and what you see online. If you are being cyberbullied or concerned that someone else is, you don't have to deal with it alone.
Always protect yourself. If you think you or someone else is being harassed or threatened, make a copy of the message before you delete it. Internet service providers, cell phone service providers, and social networking websites like FaceBook have terms of use that forbid bullying, harassing, malicious or illegal behaviour. Contact them so they can investigate the issue or remove the offending material. Approach the police when physical threats are involved or a crime has possibly been committed.
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| As parents and educators, we are very aware of the digital world and the power of devices. As a school, we have committed to an "away for the day" policy in the hopes we can give students the space to engage IRL (in real life). We are finding an increasing number of conflicts and bullying situations connected to online behaviour and communication through different social media platforms. We would like to provide the opportunity for families to come together and "read" the book, The Tech Solution by Shimi Kang, and advocate for and with our students. Conversation will take place monthly online for 30 minutes prior to each school council meeting - you don't have to read the book to participate.
The Tech Solution outlines all you need to know about hte short-term and potential long-term consequences of tech use. The book is available in print, e-book and on Audible. https://www.chapters.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/the-tech-solution-creating-healthy/9780735239548-item.html?ikwid=the+tech+solution&ikwsec=Home&ikwidx=0#algoliaQueryId=b50bf27792f905e4443e309defbd718b
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| John Ware Families, This week's update has a lot of information to help support families in understanding expectations and details related to next week's shift to online learning. It includes information on: - Schedule
- Attendance
- Communication Boundaries
- Assessment Expectations
- Student Code of Conduct & Appropriate Use of Technology
- Mental Health
| Monday – Thursday Schedule |
| | | | | Grade 7 | Grade 8 | Grade 9 | Period 1 & 2 8:30-9:30 | Core | Core | Phys Ed / CTF | Period 3 & 4 10:30-11:30 | Phys Ed / CTF | Core | Core | Period 5 & 6 1:10-2:10 | Core | Phys Ed / CTF | Core | | Friday Schedule | | | | Period 1 & 2 8:30 – 9:30 | Core | Core | Phys Ed / CTF | Period 3 & 4 9:30 – 10:30 | Phys Ed / CTF | Core | Core | Period 5 & 6 10:45 – 11:45 | Core | Phys Ed / CTF | Core |
Attendance: Please contact the school johnware@cbe.ab.ca regarding any absence, including on-line absences. Your support with this will greatly reduce the time we spend investigating reasons for absence. Also, parents may receive messages in the afternoon regarding an absence which may have occurred in the morning if they were not logged into class on time. Please check with your child's classroom teacher to confirm – many staff are working from home and the office is not able to easily answer queries. Student Code of Conduct & Appropriate Use of Technology: Students have generally shown great resiliency, citizenship, and maturity during the transition to on-line learning. We all agree we would rather be in-person, but we are making the best of our situation currently and finding ways to continue to build a positive sense of community. For a small minority of our students, we have needed to intervene and remind them our Student Code of Conduct and Appropriate Use of Technology policies are still in effect. A few students learned that the natural consequence of inappropriately using our technology was to have access to CBE learning platforms and email suspended temporarily. Communication Boundaries: Our staff members are highly dedicated people managing countless accountabilities for planning, assessment, and on-going support of students and each other. The communication workload of assisting students and parents at home has necessarily increased. Please be generous and mindful of the demands on teachers during this time. We continue to have an ideal reply time of no more than 24 hours for a response to inquiries, and I will be asking teachers to have communication hours of no earlier than 7 AM each day and no later than 5 PM each day. This may result in a slightly delayed response time. Teachers will be available during regular class hours to answer questions specific to that class – so if your child has a specific question about the math assignment they have been assigned that class, they can ask for help during that class. Assessment Expectations: Parents /guardians now have the opportunity to 'see' all their child's school tasks on-line in their Google Classrooms. It is now possible for parents to supervise the completeness and quality of tasks prior to submission, which is great. It has never been possible for teachers to formally assess every piece of every task assigned. Often, teachers review tasks for general completeness and quality, so they can focus their assessment and feedback on particular tasks periodically. Please keep this in mind prior to asking about specific inaccuracies in a student's submitted task. If you are aware of any troubling on-line issues, please bring them to our attention so we can investigate. Mental Health: Lastly, but most importantly, this pandemic has been tough on everyone. We will get through this, and we will be stronger because of it. There are numerous online resources available to kids and we encourage families to review them with their child prior to needing them. We want to normalize kids reaching out for help. Our first recommendation is to build breaks into the day. Being on screens all day is not healthy. If possible, take those breaks physically and get outside, get fresh air, do something active. Kid's Help Phone is an amazing resource for students and is accessible on a number of platforms to make it easy to seek support. https://kidshelpphone.ca/ If your young person seems to be having a particularly difficult time, please contact the school and we will work together on how best to support them. The Class / Room 10 Students - John Ware will be continuing to offer in person programming for learners in specialized classes. This means students in The Class (Room 10), will continue with in-person learning from April 19 to April 30, 2021. Students are welcome to come to school to complete their online learning and receive support as needed. We can also determine with the support of Mrs. Lerner a modified schedule each day. Unfortunately, we are not able to extend in-person learning to all students with staff working from home.
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| We are looking forward to welcoming our upcoming grade 7 families this week through our virtual Open House on Thursday.
We have prepared a video to give our families a taste of what life looks like (during non-COVID times), and what their students will look forward to when transitioning to Junior High.
Open House 7:00 - 8:00pm
Thursday, February 25. 2021 Please do not hesitate to call and ask questions.
Tanis Greenlaw, Principal
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