BCP Weekly Updates: Monday, September 15th, 2025 (DAY 9)

 

Dear Families,

We hope everyone enjoyed their weekend! We hope everyone is starting to settle into the 25-26 school year.  Thank you in advance for taking the time to review updates and important reminders! Any questions or concerns, let me know.

Updates and Important Information

1. Curriculum Night
   Baccalieu Collegiate will have its Meet and Greet with the Teacher / Curriculum Night on Thursday, September 18th, 2025, starting at 6:30 pm. Families are encouraged to attend a general assembly (cafeteria) covering teacher introductions and important information, followed by an opportunity to share with our teachers (gymnasium).

2. Code of Conduct
   Just a reminder that this year, we are introducing an updated Code of Conduct, which includes a demerit system. The intention of this system is to reduce disruptive/harmful behaviours and promote positive behaviours. Please make sure you review this with your child(ren): Code of Conduct

3. School Council
   We are happy to welcome new members to our School Council! The council meets once a month on Monday afternoons. If you are interested, please contact the school to be updated on our next meeting.

4. School Allergies
   Please be aware that the following foods are prohibited at school due to severe allergies: nuts, fish, shellfish, and eggs.  We have students who may require an epipen if exposed to the listed allergens.

5. Rycor Forms
   If you haven't already done so, please fill out the Acceptable Use of Technology, Core Digital Tools Consent, and Media Consent Forms through Rycor for your child(ren).  It is also critical to make sure that you update your demographic information if there have been any changes since last year.  

6. 295 Baccalieu Sea Cadets
   The 295 Baccalieu Sea Cadets would love to welcome new members! Cadets meet every Wednesday evening at 6:00 p.m. at the school. It’s a great opportunity for youth to build skills, make friends, and get involved in their community.

7. Extra Curricular Schedule
   Baccalieu Collegiate offers a number of extra curricular activities including sports, drama, tutoring/study hall, DND, and more!  Please see our after school schedule for this week (also on Baccalieu's Facebook page).

   
   
   

8. Absence / Sign-In / Sign-Out (Family)
   You must make attendance a priority for our youth. Consistent attendance is crucial for academic and social success, as it ensures that students are actively engaged and able to fully benefit from the educational opportunities we provide.

9. Truth & Reconciliation Day - Schools will be closed on Tuesday, September 30th for National Truth and Reconciliation Day.

10. School Pictures! - Lifetouch will be coming to Baccalieu on October 27th for pictures.

11. Check the Calendar

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

12. Personal Electronic Device Policy
    As per NLSchool's policy, cell phones and other similar personal devices are not to be seen during class unless permitted by the teacher for learning purposes.

13. Cannabis and Smoke Free Policy
    Please note Baccalieu Collegiate and the District support a Tobacco, Cannabis, Smoke and Smokeless Free Policy. This policy also prohibits clothing that promotes these products. District Policy Document

14. BCP Athletic Shirts and Apparel
    Students/Parents/Guardians can now order Baccalieu Predators Athletics shirts through the In the Box NL online store. Options include: dri-fit short sleeve, dri-fit long sleeve, crew neck sweatshirt, and hooded sweatshirt, all in grey or navy blue.

15. Required Course for Athletes
    

    The Provincial Government is partnering with School Sports NL to launch the Safe Sport in Education course for NLSchools student athletes in grades 7-12.

    All NLSchools student athletes will be required to complete the Safe Sport in Education course and submit their course completion certificate along with a signed NLSchools and School Sports NL Athletic Contract in order to join team activities. The course will be available through the Centre for Distance Learning and Innovation (CDLI).

Good News Report (In no particular order)

• Teachers: Huge thank-you for being the professionals that you are and for a fantastic start to the school year!

• Coaches: Thank you for volunteering your time to make sure that our students have opportunities outside of the classroom!

• Students: Thank you for being patient, responsible, positive, and mature!

• Parents/Guardians: Way to go, folks! Keep your child(ren) attending and supporting the school.

• Caretakers: Big thanks to Mr. Preston and Ms. Pike for keeping our school clean!

Check Facebook for more updates on good news and information.

Did I miss something? If so, please reply-all — there’s so much happening at Baccalieu already that I may overlook something. Celebrate whenever you can!