Dear Families,
Thank you for checking out this week’s announcements from Baccalieu Collegiate. Be sure to review the updates for important reminders, upcoming events, and helpful school information.
Updates and Important Information
- Term 2 Ending Soon
Friday, March 13th, is a Report Card/PL day for staff and Monday, March 16th, is a day off for all schools. Report Cards will be given to students for Term 2 on Wednesday, March 18th. Inside the report card envelope for grade 9-11 students will be the course selection sheets for next year. Family-teacher conferences will take place on Thursday, March 19th. - White Hills Ski Trip
There is a ski trip to White Hills on Wednesday, March 11th. For students who are not going on the ski trip, classes will continue as scheduled, and students are expected to attend. For those students attending, there is a meeting on Monday, March 9th. Any outstanding trip Forms or Fees must be in by then.
The itinerary for the day will be as follows:
6:15 am - students arrive at Baccalieu Collegiate and board the bus
6:30 am - depart Baccalieu Collegiate, one stop enroute
9:30 am - arrive at White Hills
4:00 pm - depart White Hills, one stop enroute
7:00 pm - arrive at Baccalieu Collegiate - School Development Surveys
Please take a couple of minutes to complete the school development survey below. It helps us to know what we're doing well and where we can improve.
School Development Survey (specific to parents/guardians)
Survey Invitation Letter - Senior Girls Volleyball Tournament - Roncalli
Congrats to the Senior Girls Volleyball team on their run and finishing second in a three-set thriller at the Roncalli senior girls volleyball tournament this past weekend. They all played with heart, sportsmanship and determination all weekend, showing their pride in wearing the Baccalieu colours. 3,2,1 BCP! - Western Regional DramaFest
Congratulations to our Junior and Senior Drama Troupes who performed at the drama festival this past week in Carbonear. Even though the weather caused some challenges, our students rose to the occasion with two awesome performances. They were wonderful ambassadors of our school and we were very proud of them! - 25th Anniversary Committee
September 2027 will be the 25th anniversary of Baccalieu Collegiate's opening. We're looking to celebrate this milestone, and would love to have members of the school community involved in planning and putting the plan into action. If you're interested, please email baccalieucoll@nlesd.ca. - Parking at School
Please do not park in the wheelchair spaces right in front of the building unless you have a vehicle permit to do so. We want to ensure that visitors who require that parking have access to it. Thank you. - How to use Rycor for Fees and Forms
Some families may be unfamiliar with or unsure about using Rycor. Please note that mandating its use is an NLSchools decision, not a school-level decision: “Effective November 1, 2025, the use of Rycor Online Payment System is mandatory for the collection of all School Generated Funds.” (Rycor Usage Protocol - NLSchools, 2025)
To help, I’ve created a short Google Slideshow that shows how to access Rycor and locate school forms and fees: Rycor Slideshow. If you need assistance, please contact the school. - Prepared for Class
Students are expected to come to class prepared each day with all required materials, including pencils, notebooks, and their Chromebook. Chromebooks should be charged, and students should have their chargers with them. - Tutoring for Tuition
Tutoring for Tuition is now available. If you feel your child would benefit from extra academic support, please reach out to Mrs. Reid or Mrs. Slade to get started. We’re happy to help students build confidence and strengthen their learning. - Extra Curricular Schedule
Baccalieu Collegiate offers extracurricular activities, including sports, drama, tutoring/study hall, DND, and more! Practice Schedule Change – This Week Only:
🏀 Girls Basketball will have a mandatory practice on Tuesday from 3:00–4:30 PM to prepare for their SSNL Tournament on Thursday at Roncalli.
🏸 Badminton practice will take place on Thursday from 3:00–4:30 PM.
Badminton and Girls' Basketball are switching their usual practice times for this week only. Please make sure athletes attend the correct practice. Thank you! - Absence / Sign-In / Sign-Out (Family)
Attendance is critical for academic and social success, as it ensures that students are actively engaged and able to fully benefit from the educational opportunities we provide. Please make sure that you sign your child in and out when arriving late or leaving early. - Kids Eat Smart Breakfast Program
We are looking for additional volunteers for our KES Breakfast Program. Anyone interested, please contact Ms. LeShane at marleneleshane@nlschools.ca. - Star Creations - BCP Apparel
Show your Baccalieu pride with school clothing/gear from Star Creations! Order online through the link on our school website under BCP Merchandise. - 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. - Code of Conduct
This year, we have introduced an updated Code of Conduct. Please make sure you review this with your child(ren): Code of Conduct - School Allergies
Please be aware that certain foods are prohibited at school due to severe allergies. We have students who may require an EpiPen if exposed to the listed allergens. There are also people at the school with scent allergies, so please be mindful of this. - 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 - Doorways
Doorways School Counselling Program is back at Baccalieu Collegiate. They visit every Wednesday. Please see their letter, which discusses the consent to treatment for counsellors. School DoorWays Program Letter - Baccalieu Collegiate Updates Submission
If there's something that you'd like to share with the Baccalieu Collegiate community, please fill out the Google Form: https://forms.gle/AtpYuUWFRPQiHdnTA
Check the Calendar
Check the Calendar (www.baccalieucollegiate.ca) for future updates.
Good News Report (in no particular order)
Teachers: Thank you for the consistent leadership, care, and professionalism you demonstrate every day. The safe, positive, and well-run classrooms you create truly shape our students’ experiences in powerful ways.
Staff: A big thank you to our support staff for the care, organization, and steady support you give every day. You play a vital role in keeping our school running and in supporting both students and colleagues.
Coaches/Volunteers: Thank you for the time, care, and energy you put into offering students enriching opportunities beyond their regular classes. Your dedication is what brings our events and activities to life.
Parents/Guardians: Thank you for your continued support. Your connection to the school plays an important role in student success and in building a strong school community.
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If there are any announcements or reminders I've missed, please reply, and I’ll be happy to add them.
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