BCP Family Weekly Updates: Monday, May 15th 2023 (DAY 9)

Dear Families,

I hope you all enjoyed the weekend! Thank-you in advance for taking the time to review updates and important reminders! Any questions or concerns let me know. If I have missed anything please reply-all to this email. 

                                                                                                                                                                                 Updates and Important Information

1) CDLI TWEP: CDLI's online TWEP (Tutoring) program is up and running as of Monday, May 8th 2023 and continuing until Friday, June 16th 2023. There is coverage in all subject areas and tutors will be available for sessions during hours as well. Our tutors will update their schedules weekly beginning on Monday, May 8th on our website at https://www.cdli.ca/tutoring/tutoring-schedule.html

2) Bus Reminder: Families please be reminded that students cannot travel on a bus that is not their own without permission from the administration and/or bus driver. Failure to gain permission could lead to students being left on the bus. 

3) Career Education Field Trip: Please note that on Wednesday, May 17th 2023 Career Education students will be having a field trip to the Splash Centre Personal/Career Development day. This day will be mandatory for all Career Education students as this trip is centered on the courses main learning outcomes and in very engaging ways. Other students from Grade 12 who wish to attend please request your place with Mr. Holloway and/or Ms. Doyle and await approval. The schedule and permission form has been sent out to Career Ed students. Students in Grade 12 wishing to attend can apply at the office. Please note, the cost of the trip is at no expense to students. The trip is paid for by Baccalieu Collegiate, the event is created by the Splash Centre, and lunch is provided by Subway. 

4) Waterloo Math Contest: Grade 7 and 8 Waterloo Math Contest will be held this Wednesday, May 17th 2023. Best of luck and thank-you to teacher organizers!

5) Victoria Day: Please note that Victoria Day is May 22nd 2023 and there will be no school on this day. 

6) Sr. Boys Basketball: Best of luck to our Sr. Boys Basketball squad during the weekend of May 26th to May 28th 2023 when they play at the 2A Provincial Tournament hosted by Baltimore in Ferryland. Mark it in your calendar and come out and support!

7) School Council Meeting: On Tuesday, May 30th 2023 we will have our School Council Meeting beginning at 6:30pm. 

8) Autism Acceptance and Understanding Presentations: We're very excited to host the Autism Society, NL who will deliver Autism Acceptance and Understanding Presentations for our students on Wednesday, May 31st 2023. Presentations for cooperating communities will also take place in the evening. Please check your local facebook communities news for more information. 

9) Grade 8 Field Trip: A reminder that our Grade 8's will be travelling to the Johnson Geo Centre in St. John's for a Grade 8 Science curricular trip. Parents/guardians please ensure you complete the permission form. Any questions/concerns please reach out to the school. Huge thanks to Greens Seafood Ltd. in Winterton for making this trip possible cost free for our students! 

10) Ministerial Day: Please note that there will be a Ministerial close out day on Monday, May 29th 2023. There will be no school for students on this day.

11) 2023 PROM: Please note that Prom will be Friday, June 2nd 2023

12) High School Tech Immersion Program: Do you know students who are curious about a career in tech but not sure where to begin? Calling all high school students to check out the High School Tech Immersion Program and apply for the work-integrated learning opportunities running from July 10th-August 18th. Through this paid work placement, students will gain real-world work experience at a local tech or tech-enabled company, technical and business training, and networking. This is the perfect opportunity for any student who is undecided or unsure about their post-secondary pathway and looking to build confidence about their future. Technical skills are not required, just an eagerness to learn! Here is our website link with more information: https://technl.ca/programs/high-school-program/ Application link: https://share.hsforms.com/1EN8eOi1CRkusJ2x5rDpNrAc9buz

13) Anti-Discrimination Conduct Procedure: Please refer to our Code of Conduct Flowchart: Code of Conduct Flowchart. In any incident whereby you hear or see a student use discriminatory language please refer them to the office at the time of the incident. 

14) Sparking Innovation Partnership: NLESD has partnered with Tech NL to invite students and teachers in grades 7-12 to attend a twice-a-month webinar to build awareness of the NL tech sector, showcase in-demand career options and pathways, and promote diversity in technology. Through this opportunity, we aim to create more meaningful connections within and between our education system and the business community and to encourage youth to consider STEM careers by providing role models and learning opportunities. Please see the Baccalieu Collegiate calendar with date, time, and google link.

15) Cannabis and Smoke Free Policy: Please note Baccalieu Collegiate and the District support a Tobacco, Cannabis, Smoke and Smoke-less Free Policy. School is no place for these addictive substances that harm our young adolescents' health.  This policy also includes banning any person wearing clothing that promotes respective unhealthy habits. Persons should not be wearing any clothing that has tobacco, alcohol, cannabis, and/or any drug represented on it. https://www.nlesd.ca/includes/files/policies/doc/1548691595907.pdf

16) E-Mental Health Quick Guide: Check out this all-inclusive reference guide E-Mental Health Quick Guide to support yourself and/or family in any situation. 

19) Social Media Tips for Families: We know that although we work hard at school to help our students learn what it means to be Good Digital Citizens (a person who is able to navigate our digital environments in a way that’s safe and responsible and to actively and respectfully engage in these spaces), it is also important that our families and caregivers are included in our conversations. As a way for us to continue this conversation with our families and caregivers, our Program Itinerants for Safe & Inclusive Schools have created and shared this infographic with us: Social Media Tips For Families. The goal of sharing this information is to help us work together to ensure we are modeling what it means to be Good Digital Citizens. We know that our families and our caregivers are our students' first teachers and that it is essential we include you as part of our district-wide program in this area. Together, we can be positive role models for our students. Please connect with your school administrator or guidance counsellor if you are looking for support in helping your child navigate the digital world, or if you have any concerns that you would like to discuss. Working together, we can make being a Good Digital Citizen a priority at school and at home.

17) Ronald McDonald House: BCP staff, students and families are invited to bring in their pop pull tabs and place them in the bucket near the lobby. Baccalieu Collegiate will again be collecting pull tabs in support of the Ronald McDonald House. Last year we collected over 3 X 18.5 litre bottles full. Let's beat that number this year! 

18) Assessment Support Calendar: Please do your best to add assessments to our Assessment Support Calendar. This calendar is shared on our www.baccalieucollegiate.ca site for both students and families to see and support their organization. Additionally, give our IRT team a heads up at your earliest convenience so that they can mobilize effectively to support. 

19) Check the Calendar: Check the Calendar (www.baccaliecollegiate.ca) for further and future updates. 

Good News Report (In no particular order)

• Gathering History Project: Thank-you to all the teachers, Grade 8 and NL Studies students who helped organize and participate in the BCP Gathering History Project 2023. Huge thank-you to our elders who visited the school and participated in the story telling! 

• Cupids Legacy Centre Stamp Design Contest: Big big congrats to Peyton North for winning the Top Award Cupids Museum Award for Excellent 2023!!!

• PCAP: Thank-you to all the teachers and Grade 8's for their cooperation and best efforts completing the Pan Canadian Assessment Program this past week. 
  

• Jr. High Lions Club Speak Off: Congratulations to Emma Bursey for representing Newfoundland at the Lion's Club Speak off held in Nova Scotia this past weekend! Way to Go! 

• OP Clean-up: Huge thanks and congrats to our students who gladly participated in our communities clean up on Friday! It takes a village! 

• Staff Meeting: Thank-you teachers for putting in the unconditional work for all of our students! 
  

• Doorways: Thanks to Doorways for being there for our students! 
  

• CADETS: Congrats to our Cadets on a strong showing at their  ACR this past weekend!

• Wrestling: Way to go Cody St. George for putting in the wrestling work this past Friday with Coach Sweetland! 

• Sports & Other Practices & Events: So many sports and other events going on afterschool. Please check out Baccalieu Calendar for a listing of events and times! Thank-you to all of our students for getting involved and teachers and volunteers for giving up your time for our youth! 
• Check Facebook/Twitter: For more updates on good news and information check out our Baccalieu Collegiate facebook/twitter page. 
• Did I miss something? If I missed anything please be sure to reply-all. There are so many amazing things going on at Baccalieu already, so chances are I might miss something. Celebrate whenever you can! 

BCP Family Weekly Updates: Monday, May 8th 2023 (DAY 4)

Dear Families,

I hope you all enjoyed your weekend! Thank-you in advance for taking the time to review updates and important reminders! Any questions or concerns let me know. If I have missed anything please reply-all to this email. 

                                               Updates and Important Information

1) PCAP: Please note that our Grade 8 students will be participating in the Pan Canadian Assessment Program (standardized assessment with focus in Science) on during the morning Monday, May 8th 2023. Information has been communicated to families via the Grade 8 Science teacher. For more information you can visit the website: https://www.cmec.ca/pcap/40/Before_the_Assessment.html. Any students who miss the assessment today must complete the make-up assessment the following day Tuesday.

2) Old Perlican Town Community Clean-up: We will be participating in the Spring Time Old Perlican clean-up on Tuesday, May 9th 2023 to show our support for the community and to show respect for our beautiful environment. 

3) Doorways: Stephanie Cooper will be from Easter Health for Doorways this Wednesday, May 10th 2023. Any students wishing to meet with Stephanie please let Ms. Doyle know.

4) Career Education Field Trip: Please note that on Wednesday, May 17th 2023 Career Education students will be having a field trip to the Splash Centre Personal/Career Development day. This day will be mandatory for all Career Education students as this trip is centered on the courses main learning outcomes and in very engaging ways. Other students from Grade 12 who wish to attend please request your place with Mr. Holloway and/or Ms. Doyle and await approval. Please standby for schedule along with more details.

5) Victoria Day: Please note that Victoria Day is May 22nd 2023 and there will be no school on this day.

6) 2023 PROM: Please note that Prom will be Friday, June 2nd 2023

7) Ministerial Day: Please note that there will be a Ministerial close out day on Monday, May 29th 2023. There will be no school for students on this day.

8) High School Tech Immersion Program: Do you know students who are curious about a career in tech but not sure where to begin? Calling all high school students to check out the High School Tech Immersion Program and apply for the work-integrated learning opportunities running from July 10th-August 18th. Through this paid work placement, students will gain real-world work experience at a local tech or tech-enabled company, technical and business training, and networking. This is the perfect opportunity for any student who is undecided or unsure about their post-secondary pathway and looking to build confidence about their future. Technical skills are not required, just an eagerness to learn! Here is our website link with more information: https://technl.ca/programs/high-school-program/ Application link: https://share.hsforms.com/1EN8eOi1CRkusJ2x5rDpNrAc9buz

9) Anti-Discrimination Conduct Procedure: Please refer to our Code of Conduct Flowchart: Code of Conduct Flowchart. In any incident whereby someone hears or sees a student use discriminatory language please refer them to the office at the time of the incident. 

10) Sparking Innovation Partnership: NLESD has partnered with Tech NL to invite students and teachers in grades 7-12 to attend a twice-a-month webinar to build awareness of the NL tech sector, showcase in-demand career options and pathways, and promote diversity in technology. Through this opportunity, we aim to create more meaningful connections within and between our education system and the business community and to encourage youth to consider STEM careers by providing role models and learning opportunities. Please see the Baccalieu Collegiate calendar with date, time, and google link.

11) Cannabis and Smoke Free Policy: Please note Baccalieu Collegiate and the District support a Tobacco, Cannabis, Smoke and Smoke-less Free Policy. School is no place for these addictive substances that harm our young adolescents' health. This policy also includes banning any person wearing clothing that promotes respective unhealthy habits. Persons should not be wearing any clothing that has tobacco, alcohol, cannabis, and/or any drug represented on it. https://www.nlesd.ca/includes/files/policies/doc/1548691595907.pdf

12) E-Mental Health Quick Guide: Check out this all-inclusive reference guide E-Mental Health Quick Guide to support yourself and/or family in any situation.

13) Social Media Tips for Families: We know that although we work hard at school to help our students learn what it means to be Good Digital Citizens (a person who is able to navigate our digital environments in a way that’s safe and responsible and to actively and respectfully engage in these spaces), it is also important that our families and caregivers are included in our conversations. As a way for us to continue this conversation with our families and caregivers, our Program Itinerants for Safe & Inclusive Schools have created and shared this infographic with us: Social Media Tips For Families. The goal ofsharing this information is to help us work together to ensure we are modeling what it means to be Good Digital Citizens. We know that our families and our caregivers are our students' first teachers and that it is essential we include you as part of our district-wide program in this area. Together, we can be positive role models for our students. Please connect with your school administrator or guidance counsellor if you are looking for support in helping your child navigate the digital world, or if you have any concerns that you would like to discuss. Working together, we can make being a Good Digital Citizen a priority at school and at home.

14) Ronald McDonald House: BCP staff, students and families are invited to bring in their pop pull tabs and place them in the bucket near the lobby. Baccalieu Collegiate will again be collecting pull tabs in support of the Ronald McDonald House. Last year we collected over 3 X 18.5 litre bottles full. Let's beat that number this year!

15) Assessment Support Calendar: Please do your best to add assessments to our Assessment Support Calendar. This calendar is shared on our www.baccalieucollegiate.ca site for both students and families to see and support their organization. Additionally, give our IRT team a heads up at your earliest convenience so that they can mobilize effectively to support.

16) Check the Calendar: Check the Calendar (www.baccaliecollegiate.ca) for further and future updates.

Good News Report (In no particular order)

Jr. High Lions Club Speak Off: Congratulations to our junior high speaking participants, Jaden Eddy, Emily Snelgrove and Mya Noonan who participated in the junior high Lion’s Club speakoff tonight. All three students did a fantastic job this evening and spoke about some very interesting and personal topics. A special congratulations goes out to Jaden Eddy for placing first in the competition! Awesome job everyone!!!

Yearbook Homeroom Class Pictures: Thank-you to Ms. Slade for organizing our groups, teams, and yearbook homeroom picture

Gr. 8 Girls Volleyball: The grade 8 girls volleyball team played some great volleyball this weekend at the Block on the Rock Volleyball Tournament at Brother Rice Junior High. You were all great ambassadors for the school

Sr. Boys Basketball: Tough weekend for the Sr. Boys Basketball team who did not make the medal round at the U17 NLBA 11B Tournament. You miss 100% of the shots you don't take.

Close out: Big thanks to the hard working Baccalieu Collegiate teachers! Working on school development this past Friday, May 5th 2023.

CADETS: Good luck to all of our Cadets who have their ACR this weekend!

Wrestling: Huge congrats to our Baccalieu Collegiate Wrestlings (first time ever!) Kyran Millmore (gold medal), Raife Doyle, Cody St. George, and Ethan Fahey! Big thanks to coaches Mr. Sweetland and Mr. Adams! WTG!

Sports & Other Practices & Events: So many sports and other events going on afterschool. Please check out Baccalieu Calendar for a listing of events and times! Thank-you to all of our students for getting involved and teachers and volunteers for giving up your time for our youth!

Check Facebook/Twitter: For more updates on good news and information check out our Baccalieu Collegiate facebook/twitter page.

Did I miss something? If I missed anything please be sure to reply-all. There are so many amazing things going on at Baccalieu already, so chances are I might miss something. Celebrate whenever you can!

BCP Family Weekly Updates: Monday, May 1st 2023 (DAY 13)

 Dear Families,

I hope you all had a wonderful weekend! Congrats to everyone involved in Baccalieu Idol last week! What an amazing show! Thank-you in advance for taking the time to review updates and important reminders! Any questions or concerns let me know. If I have missed anything please reply-all to this email. 

                                           Updates and Important Information

1) Yearbook Homeroom Class Pictures:  Homeroom class pictures for the yearbook will be taken on Tuesday, May 2nd 2023 during period 5.  Level 3 students are asked to wear their grad hoodies for these pictures.

2) Close out: Baccalieu Collegiate will have a close out this Friday, May 5th 2023 for School Development purposes. No school for students. 

3) PCAP: Please note that our Grade 8 students will be participating in the Pan Canadian Assessment Program (standardized assessment with focus in Science) on Monday, May 8th 2023. For more information you can visit the website: https://www.cmec.ca/pcap/40/Before_the_Assessment.html. Student preparation is not required. 

4) Ministerial Day: Please note that there will be a Ministerial close out day on Monday, May 29th 2023. There will be no school for students on this day.

5) Anti-Discrimination Conduct Procedure: Please refer to our Code of Conduct Flowchart: Code of Conduct Flowchart. In any incident whereby a teacher hears a student use discriminatory language the student will be referred to the office at the time of the incident. 

6) Reminders: Please accept this friendly reminder that it is important for all students to remain in their respective classes until the bell rings to end class, for recess, for lunch and at the end of the day dismissal. Students leaving any class early presents a security and safety concern. 

7) Cannabis and Smoke Free Policy: Please note Baccalieu Collegiate and the District support a Tobacco, Cannabis, Smoke and Smoke-less Free Policy. School is no place for these addictive substances that harm our young adolescents' health.  This policy also includes banning any person wearing clothing that promotes respective unhealthy habits. Persons should not be wearing any clothing that has tobacco, alcohol, cannabis, and/or any drug represented on it. https://www.nlesd.ca/includes/files/policies/doc/1548691595907.pdf

8) E-Mental Health Quick Guide: Check out this all-inclusive reference guide E-Mental Health Quick Guide to support yourself and/or family in any situation. 

9) Social Media Tips for Families: We know that although we work hard at school to help our students learn what it means to be Good Digital Citizens (a person who is able to navigate our digital environments in a way that’s safe and responsible and to actively and respectfully engage in these spaces), it is also important that our families and caregivers are included in our conversations. As a way for us to continue this conversation with our families and caregivers, our Program Itinerants for Safe & Inclusive Schools have created and shared this infographic with us: Social Media Tips For Families. The goal of sharing this information is to help us work together to ensure we are modeling what it means to be Good Digital Citizens. We know that our families and our caregivers are our students' first teachers and that it is essential we include you as part of our district-wide program in this area. Together, we can be positive role models for our students. Please connect with your school administrator or guidance counsellor if you are looking for support in helping your child navigate the digital world, or if you have any concerns that you would like to discuss. Working together, we can make being a Good Digital Citizen a priority at school and at home.

10) Ronald McDonald House: BCP staff, students and families are invited to bring in their pop pull tabs and place them in the bucket near the lobby. Baccalieu Collegiate will again be collecting pull tabs in support of the Ronald McDonald House. Last year we collected over 3 X 18.5 litre bottles full. Let's beat that number this year! 

11) Assessment Support Calendar: Please do your best to add assessments to our Assessment Support Calendar. This calendar is shared on our www.baccalieucollegiate.ca site for both students and families to see and support their organization. Additionally, give our IRT team a heads up at your earliest convenience so that they can mobilize effectively to support. 

12) Check the Calendar: Check the Calendar (www.baccaliecollegiate.ca) for further and future updates. 

Good News Report (In no particular order)

• Ms. Harris: Huge thanks to Ms. Harris for her important and beautiful messages organized on our walls last week! Baccalieu will stand against discrimination! Think before you speak! Let's work to have a growth mindset! 

• Baccalieu Idol: What a night! Huge thanks to Ms. Sequeira for leading a spectacular night filled with amazing performances! Thank you to all students, staff, and volunteers who helped out! Congrats to all of the contestants including Baccalieu Idol 2023 winner Madison Sparkes! 
  

• Doorways: Big thanks to Doorways for connecting with students this past Wednesday, April 26th 2023. If a student would like to speak with Stephanie please indicate to Ms. Doyle and/or the office to be put on the list. 
  

• School Council Meeting: Big thanks to our School Council who met this past Tuesday, April 25th 2023 at 6:30pm.
  

• Course Selections: Thank-you to students and families for completing course selection for next year. 

• Gr. 8 Girls Volleyball: Congrats to our Gr. 8 Girls Volleyball team for gaining the Bronze medal in this past weekend's Under 14 NLVA competition! Congrats!

• Sports & Other Practices & Events: So many sports and other events going on afterschool. Please check out Baccalieu Calendar for a listing of events and times! Thank-you to all of our students for getting involved and teachers and volunteers for giving up your time for our youth! 
• Check Facebook/Twitter: For more updates on good news and information check out our Baccalieu Collegiate facebook/twitter page. 
• Did I miss something? If I missed anything please be sure to reply-all. There are so many amazing things going on at Baccalieu already, so chances are I might miss something. Celebrate whenever you can!