BCP Family Weekly Updates: Monday, February 26th 2024 (DAY 2)

Dear Families,

I hope you had a great 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) Student Trip to White Hills: We are now offering students an opportunity to go on a White Hills Ski/Snowboarding Resort field trip. The trip will take place on Thursday, March 14th 2024 at a cost of $50.00 (includes rental, professional lessons, lift pass, and transportation). Due to limited space available and out of respect to our graduating and more senior classes, we are offering the opportunity to Grade 12 students and subsequently Grade 11 and Grade 10 students first. In order for students to secure their spot on this trip the White Hills Required Forms and Information must be completed and passed into Mr. Foley by the following dates. Please note, Mr. Foley and the Office have printed copies of the forms available to pick-up. Grade 12 Deadline for forms and $50.00 payment: Tuesday, February 27th 2024. Grade 11 and 10 Deadline for Forms and $50.00 payment: Thursday, February 29th 2024. If space is available, on Friday, March 1st 2024 the trip will be made available to all students at Baccalieu Collegiate. Final deadline for all participants to register by submitting the White HIlls Required Forms and Information including $50.00 payment is Tuesday, March 5th 2024. For more information on White Hills please see their website: http://www.whitehillsresort.com/ If a student wishes to attend but requires financial support to do so, please contact (confidentially) Mr. Saxby at jeffsaxby@nlschools.ca to apply for assistance. 

2) Junior High Expectations: Please read the Memo to Jr. High Families regarding expectations at Baccalieu Collegiate with your child and as a reminder for their behaviour expectations including underage smoking and phone use. 

3) Doorways: Please be reminded that Doorways will be at the school Wednesday, February 28th 2024 for meetings with students. 

4) Grades 9, 10 and 11 Waterloo Math Contests:  Students who signed up for these contests are reminded that they will be written on Wednesday, Feb. 28th 2024 during the lunch break in Mrs. Slade's classroom.  Please remember to bring a charged Chromebook with you since the contests will be completed online.

5) Anti-Bullying Day:  Pink shirt day is February 28, 2024. In support against intimidation and bullying wear pink! 

6) Grade 9 Science: Bread Making for the 9s will go ahead this Wednesday, February 28th 2024. Families please keep an eye out for email correspondence from Ms. Sheppard.

7) BCP Drama Troupe Performance: The public is invited to an evening of music and drama Thursday, February 29th 2024 at 7pm. Both BCP junior and senior drama troupes will be performing two plays in preparation for the Regional Drama festival next week. Some of our drama students will also be sharing some beautiful musical performances! To top it off, audiences will also have the pleasure of listening to the incredibly talented harmonious trio, the Band Amity! Come along and celebrate the arts with a fabulous night of entertainment. The cost at the door is $5.00 per person in support of Baccalieu drama. There will also be tickets sold on an Easter gift basket. We look forward to seeing you there. 

8) Study Hall: Do not forget about Study Hall. It is an excellent resource providing your student/child a distraction free and routine space to work on their studies. Study Hall is every Tuesday and Wednesday from 3-4pm.  Support from students and teachers are available. Don't be shy. Come to the Study Hall!

9) Student Chromebooks: Please remind students to bring their district issued chromebooks to school each day.  We are very limited on the number of chromebooks that we have as loaners for students if they forget to bring their own.  

10) Snowball Dance: The Snowball Dance is postponed until a later date. Stand by for an update. Please see very important BCP Dance Rules as a reminder that the dance is a privilege and not a right. 

11) Winter Carnival: The Winter Carnival 2024 is postponed until a later date. Stand by for an update. Please see the Tentative WC Schedule here. 

12) Sr. Lions Club Speak-off: Please be reminded that the Senior Lions Club Speak off will be Tuesday, February 27th 2024. Students please keep working on your speeches and touch base with English teachers for support. 

13) School Council Meeting: School Council will have a meeting 6:30pm on Tuesday, March 5th 2024 at the school. 

14) Close out for Reporting: Please note that Baccalieu will have a Close out for Report writing on Monday, March 11th 2024

15) Term 2 End: Please note that Term 2 ends March 10th 2024. See calendar for more important dates.

16) Important Allergy Reminder:This is a reminder to our school community that we have people in the school who have scent allergies. Please do not wear strong scents to school as it affects a person's health. Additionally, please do not bring in fish, shellfish, eggs, or nuts. Thank-you. 

17) BCP Athletic Shirts and Apparel: Students/Parents/Guardians can now order Baccalieu Predators Athletics shirts through In the Box NL online store. The clothing options include: dri-fit short sleeve, dri-fit long sleeve, crew neck sweatshirt, and hooded sweatshirt all in grey or navy blue. NOTE: For some sports teams you will be asked to order a shirt with a number to be used as a jersey, this will be at the direct instruction of your coach. Do not order a shirt with a number without consulting directly with your coach. BCP Athletic shirts are a quality low cost option for short term sports teams. To order anytime please see the following site: https://intheboxnl.com/store/p1443/Baccalieu_Collegiate_Sports_Short_Sleeve_Tee_.html

18) GET AHEAD: Check the Calendar (www.baccaliecollegiate.ca) for further and future updates including extra and co-curricular events and special events upcoming!

Good News Report (In no particular order)

• Senior Girls Volleyball: Congrats to the senior girls volleyball team on winning a bronze medal at HHM invitational Tournament this weekend

• Substitute Teachers: On behalf of the Baccalieu Collegiate community thank-you to all of our amazing substitutes for supporting our school and our students. 
• Thank-you Coaches: Big thanks to our sports coaches for dedicating their time to enhance student well-being and learning through sport!
  
• KES: Thank-you Ms. LeShane for organizing our Kids Eat Smart breakfast program and thank-you to all of our community volunteers!
• Study Hall: Huge thanks to Mr. Holloway for giving up his time to support student learning every Tuesday and Wednesday afterschool! 
• Drama: Big thanks to our hardworking Drama Troupe preparing for the Drama Festival this year! Way to go and keep up the hard work!
• Doorways: Thank-you Doorways for being here and meeting with your students. We conversate all the time. Why not with someone who has your best interests in mind and is trained to help?
• TFT: Thank-you to our tutoring for tuition students!

• Chess Club: Great work chess club! Thanks Mr. Holloway for leading this for our students. 

• Music with Ms. Sequeira: Great job students in music! Thank-you students and Ms. Sequeira! 

• 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, February 19th 2024 (DAY 11)

Dear Families,

I hope you had a great weekend. Hopefully we see a full week of school. Crossing fingers our weather and road conditions will be suitable. 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) Student Trip to White Hills: (This week we will be gaining sign-up from students starting in GRADE 12 down) Students in Grade 12 that would like to sign-up please see Mr. Foley in the gym at the beginning of lunch. You must bring payment ($50) and a signed waiver from the attached package. Mr. Foley will also have printed copies of the waiver if you require one: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fjC_tWJBpnMpnITneOqD__tV8A97yOzI/view?usp=sharing. Baccalieu Collegiate has booked a student trip to White Hills as a way to promote active living on Thursday, March 14th 2024. Due to restrictions on numbers, we will first be offering the trip to Grade 12's and so forth down the grade levels to meet the reserved 45 available seats. The cost of the trip will be $50. $30 provides students with equipment rental, lessons, and lift pass. $20 provides students with transportation to and from the hill (big bus). Presently, this update is included so that families and friends may discuss prior to our formal offering sometime next week. For more information regarding White HIlls please view their website: http://www.whitehillsresort.com/

2) School Coucil Meeting: School Council will have a meeting 6:30pm on Tuesday, February 20th 2024 at the school. 

3) Study Hall: Do not forget about Study Hall. It is an excellent resource providing your student/child a distraction free and routine space to work on their studies. Study Hall is every Tuesday and Wednesday from 3-4pm.  Support from students and teachers are available. Don't be shy. Come to the Study Hall!

4) Student Chromebooks: Please remind students to bring their district issued chromebooks to school each day.  We are very limited on the number of chromebooks that we have as loaners for students if they forget to bring their own.  

5) Snowball Dance: This Thursday, February 22nd 2024 Student Leadership have organized the school's Snowball Dance! Please see very important BCP Dance Rules as a reminder that the dance is a privilege and not a right. 

6) Winter Carnival: Please note that our Winter Carnival 2024 is this Friday, February 23rd 2024. Please see the Tentative WC Schedule here. 

7) Sr. Lions Club Speak-off: Please be reminded that the Senior Lions Club Speak off will be held SOON. Students please keep working on your speeches and touch base with English teachers for support. 

8) Anti-Bullying Day:  Pink shirt day is February 28, 2024. If you need a new one you can order it here and it will shop directly to the school! Shirts are $9.00 taxes and shipping included. Please see our facebook page for more details.

9) Drama Troupe: Please note that the BCP Drama Troupe will be performing for the public at Baccalieu Collegiate on Thursday February 29th 2024! Save the date and stay tuned!

10) Close out for Reporting: Please note that Baccalieu will have a Close out for Report writing on Monday, March 11th 2024

11) Term 2 End: Please note that Term 2 ends March 10th 2024. See calendar for more important dates.

12) Important Allergy Reminder:This is a reminder to our school community that we have people in the school who have scent allergies. Please do not wear strong scents to school as it affects a person's health. Additionally, please do not bring in fish, shellfish, eggs, or nuts. Thank-you. 

13) BCP Athletic Shirts and Apparel: Students/Parents/Guardians can now order Baccalieu Predators Athletics shirts through In the Box NL online store. The clothing options include: dri-fit short sleeve, dri-fit long sleeve, crew neck sweatshirt, and hooded sweatshirt all in grey or navy blue. NOTE: For some sports teams you will be asked to order a shirt with a number to be used as a jersey, this will be at the direct instruction of your coach. Do not order a shirt with a number without consulting directly with you coach. BCP Athletic shirts are a quality low cost option for short term sports teams. To order anytime please see the following site: https://intheboxnl.com/store/p1443/Baccalieu_Collegiate_Sports_Short_Sleeve_Tee_.html

14) GET AHEAD: Check the Calendar (www.baccaliecollegiate.ca) for further and future updates including extra and co-curricular events and special events upcoming!

Good News Report (In no particular order)

• Staff Meeting: Big thanks to our teachers and staff for working hard and collaboratively.
  
• International Students: Thank-you Ms. Bolt for supporting our new international students English language acquisition. As well thank you to all our students and staff for being so welcoming and kind to support our international students!
• Sr. Girls Volleyball: Congrats on excellent weekend girls!
  
• Sr. Boys Basketball: Congrats to our Sr. Boys team for a great showing at 2A Regionals. The boys did not qualify for provincials. 
  
• Thank-you Coaches: Big thanks to our sports coaches for dedicating their time to enhance student well-being and learning through sport!
• KES: Thank-you Ms. LeShane for organizing our Kids Eat Smart breakfast program and thank-you to all of our community volunteers!
• Study Hall: Huge thanks to Mr. Holloway for giving up his time to support student learning every Tuesday and Wednesday afterschool! 
• Drama: Big thanks to our hardworking Drama Troupe preparing for the Drama Festival this year! Way to go and keep up the hard work!
• Doorways: Thank-you Doorways for being here and meeting with your students. We conversate all the time. Why not with someone who has your best interests in mind and is trained to help?
• TFT: Thank-you to our tutoring for tuition students!

• Chess Club: Great work chess club! Thanks Mr. Holloway for leading this for our students. 

• Music with Ms. Sequeira: Great job students in music! Thank-you students and Ms. Sequeira! 

• 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, February 12th 2024 (DAY 6)

 Dear Families,

I hope you had a great weekend. Thank-you for your patience regarding the late updates. Thank-you in advance for taking the time to review updates and important reminders! We have a great week of well-being and spirit! Any questions or concerns let me know. If I have missed anything that you would like to be shared please reply to the email correspondance sent seperately. 

                                                                                                                                                                                                        Updates and Important Information

1) Doorways: Doorways will be at the school on Wednesday, February 14th 2024 to support students' mental health and well being. Students may add their name to the list at any time confidentially at the office and/or with Ms. Doyle. 

2) Wellness Day: This Wednesday, February 14th 2024 the school will be hosting a Wellness Day for students and staff to engage in a day to support stress management, self-care, and overall strategies to improve your mental health. 

3) Snowball Dance: This Thursday, February 15th 2024 Student Leadership have organized the school's Snowball Dance! Please see very important BCP Dance Rules as a reminder that the dance is a privilege and not a right. 

4) Winter Carnival: Please note that our Winter Carnival 2024 is this Friday, February 16th 2024. 

5) Sr. Girls Volleyball: Good luck to our Sr. Girls competing in the under 17 girls volleyball this weekend. Stay tuned for updates in our calendar. 

6) Sr. Boys Basketball: This weekend the Sr. Boys represent BCP at the 2A Regional Qualifier tournament held at Roncalli! Click the link to see the schedule. First game is on Friday, February 16th 2024 at 4pm. 

7) PNP Information Session: My name is Debra Green, Practical Nurse Program (PNP) Secretary at the Center for Nursing Studies (CNS). We are hoping you can share some information about our programs with your students. As our deadline for receiving applications for the PNP 2026 class is fast approaching (March 01, 2024), we would like to inform you that the CNS – PNP is inviting you to attend an in-house recruitment session February 15, 2024 - 7-8pm, at the Center for Nursing Studies located in: Room 104, Southcott Hall Miller Centre 100 Forest Rd. St. John’s. See attached poster with a QR code to register. Additional information regarding the PNP can be found using the following link: https://cns.easternhealth.ca/programs-and-courses/pn/

8) Sr. Lions Club Speak-off: Please be reminded that the Senior Lions Club Speak off will be held Thursday, February 22nd 2024. For more information please connect with your English instructor. 

9) Anti-Bullying Day:  Pink shirt day is February 28, 2024. If you need a new one you can order it here and it will shop directly to the school! Shirts are $9.00 taxes and shipping included. Please see our facebook page for more details.

10) Student Trip to White Hills: Baccalieu Collegiate has booked a student trip to White Hills as a way to promote active living on Thursday, March 14th 2024. Due to restrictions on numbers, we will first be offering the trip to Grade 12's and so forth down the grade levels to meet the reserved 45 available seats. The cost of the trip will be $50. $30 provides students with equipment rental, lessons, and lift pass. $20 provides students with transportation to and from the hill (big bus). Presently, this update is included so that families and friends may discuss prior to our formal offering sometime next week. For more information regarding White HIlls please view their website: http://www.whitehillsresort.com/

11) Study Hall: Do not forget about Study Hall. It is an excellent resource providing your student/child a distraction free and routine space to work on their studies. Study Hall is every Tuesday and Wednesday from 3-4pm.  Support from students and teachers are available. Don't be shy. Come to the Study Hall!

12) Close out for Reporting: Please note that Baccalieu will have a Close out for Report writing on Friday, March 8th 2024

13) Term 2 End: Please note that Term 2 ends March 10th 2024. See calendar for more important dates.

14) Banned Device: Please note that there have been a few students in the school identified to have the following device: Flipper Zero. This and other like devices are banned from school mainly due to the intent of the device including its capabilities to disrupt (prank) individuals and teachers. 

15) Important Allergy Reminder:This is a reminder to our school community that we have people in the school who have scent allergies. Please do not wear strong scents to school as it affects a person's health. Additionally, please do not bring in fish, shellfish, eggs, or nuts. Thank-you. 

16) BCP Athletic Shirts and Apparel: Students/Parents/Guardians can now order Baccalieu Predators Athletics shirts through In the Box NL online store. The clothing options include: dri-fit short sleeve, dri-fit long sleeve, crew neck sweatshirt, and hooded sweatshirt all in grey or navy blue. NOTE: For some sports teams you will be asked to order a shirt with a number to be used as a jersey, this will be at the direct instruction of your coach. Do not order a shirt with a number without consulting directly with your coach. BCP Athletic shirts are a quality low cost option for short term sports teams. To order anytime please see the following site: https://intheboxnl.com/store/p1443/Baccalieu_Collegiate_Sports_Short_Sleeve_Tee_.html

17) GET AHEAD: Check the Calendar (www.baccaliecollegiate.ca) for further and future updates including extra and co-curricular events and special events upcoming!

Good News Report (In no particular order)

• RNC: Thank-you to the RNC for visiting our Career Education class to discuss job opportunities in the police force. Thank-you Ms. Leshane for inviting them. 
• Ministerial Close Out Day: Big thank-you to teachers for all their work and collaboration and despite the weather during our Ministerial Close out. 
• Mid-Year Reports: Thank-you for your diligence surrounding Semester 1 end and Mid-Year reports.
  
• Thank-you Teachers: Huge thank-you to our Baccalieu teachers for giving their 110% and very best intentions for our students everyday! 
• Thank-you Coaches: Big thanks to our sports coaches for dedicating their time to enhance student well-being and learning through sport!
• KES: Thank-you Ms. LeShane for organizing our Kids Eat Smart breakfast program and thank-you to all of our community volunteers!
• Study Hall: Huge thanks to Mr. Holloway for giving up his time to support student learning every Tuesday and Wednesday afterschool! 
• Drama: Big thanks to our hardworking Drama Troupe preparing for the Drama Festival this year! Way to go and keep up the hard work!
• Doorways: Thank-you Doorways for being here and meeting with your students. We conversate all the time. Why not with someone who has your best interests in mind and is trained to help?
• TFT: Thank-you to our tutoring for tuition students!

• Chess Club: Great work chess club! Thanks Mr. Holloway for leading this for our students. 

• Music with Ms. Sequeira: Great job students in music! Thank-you students and Ms. Sequeira! 

• 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, February 5th 2024 (DAY 1)

Dear Families

I hope everyone enjoyed their weekend. Congrats to our sports clubs for strong showings. Also, thank-you coaches for your time! 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) Important Allergy Reminder:This is a reminder to our school community that we have people in the school who have scent allergies. Please do not wear strong scents to school as it affects a person's health. Additionally, please do not bring in fish, shellfish, eggs, or nuts. Thank-you. 

2) Ministerial Close Out Day: On February 6th 2024 the Department of Education will be facilitating a close out day for teacher professional learning. There will be no school for students on this day. 

3) Mid-Year Reports: Please note that mid-year reports will be available for any Grade 12 students on Friday, February 9th 2024. These reports are avilable upon request and for students applying to post-secondary institutions.

4) Wellness Day: February 14th 2024 the school will be hosting a Wellness Day for students and staff to engage in a day to support stress management, self-care, and overall strategies to improve your mental health. 

5) Anti-Bullying Day:  Pink shirt day is February 28, 2024. If you need a new one you can order it here and it will shop directly to the school! Shirts are $9.00 taxes and shipping included. Please see our facebook page for more details.

6) Fast Facts Newsletter:  RCMP FAST FACTS

7) Study Hall: Do not forget about Study Hall. It is an excellent resource providing your student/child a distraction free and routine space to work on their studies. Study Hall is every Tuesday and Wednesday from 3-4pm.  Support from students and teachers are available. Don't be shy. Come to the Study Hall!

8) Term 2 End: Please note that Term 2 ends March 10th 2024. See calendar for more key dates surrounding it. 

9) Banned Device: Please note that there have been a few students in the school identified to have the following device: Flipper Zero. This and other like devices are banned from school mainly due to the intent of the device including its capabilities to disrupt (prank) individuals and teachers. 

10) BCP Athletic Shirts and Apparel: Students/Parents/Guardians can now order Baccalieu Predators Athletics shirts through In the Box NL online store. The clothing options include: dri-fit short sleeve, dri-fit long sleeve, crew neck sweatshirt, and hooded sweatshirt all in grey or navy blue. NOTE: For some sports teams you will be asked to order a shirt with a number to be used as a jersey, this will be at the direct instruction of your coach. Do not order a shirt with a number without consulting directly with your coach. BCP Athletic shirts are a quality low cost option for short term sports teams. To order anytime please see the following site: https://intheboxnl.com/store/p1443/Baccalieu_Collegiate_Sports_Short_Sleeve_Tee_.html

11) GET AHEAD: Check the Calendar (www.baccaliecollegiate.ca) for further and future updates including extra and co-curricular events and special events upcoming!

Good News Report (In no particular order)

• Senior Girls Volleyball: Congratulations to the senior girls volleyball team on securing gold in division B of the MPSH invitational this weekend. Special congratulations to Emma Bursey on receiving MVP of the tournament.
• Grade 9 Girls Volleyball: Congratulations to the grade 9 girls volleyball team on winning gold in tier 2 at 15U provincials this weekend 
• Grade 7 Girls Volleyball: Awesome showing at the FRJH volleyball tournament. Keep working hard!
• Service Delivery Team Meeting: Thank-you Service Delivery team for all the amazing work that you do!
• Senior Boys Basketball: The BCP Senior Boys Basketball team competed this past weekend at the Ascension Collegiate Invitational. Come out and support your Predators Basketball. See the calendar for the attached schedule of games. The boys went 3-0 before losing to Carbonear in the final round robin game and then coming up short against Ascension in the sem-final game. 
  
• Thank-you Teachers: Huge thank-you to our Baccalieu teachers for giving their 110% and very best intentions for our students everyday! 
• KES: Thank-you Ms. LeShane for organizing our Kids Eat Smart breakfast program and thank-you to all of our community volunteers!
• Study Hall: Huge thanks to Mr. Holloway for giving up his time to support student learning every Tuesday and Wednesday afterschool! 
• Graduation Photo Retakes: All Grad photos should be complete! Thank-you!
  
• Drama: Big thanks to our hardworking Drama Troupe preparing for the Drama Festival this year! Way to go and keep up the hard work!
• Doorways: Thank-you Doorways for being here and meeting with your students. We conversate all the time. Why not with someone who has your best interests in mind and is trained to help?
• TFT: Thank-you to our tutoring for tuition students!

• Chess Club: Great work chess club! Thanks Mr. Holloway for leading this for our students. 

• Music with Ms. Sequeira: Great job students in music! Thank-you students and Ms. Sequeira! 

• 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: Tuesday, January 30th 2024 (DAY 11)

Dear Families,

Good morning! I hope everyone is enjoying their extended weekend due to winter weather. 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) BCP Athletic Shirts and Apparel: Students/Parents/Guardians can now order Baccalieu Predators Athletics shirts through In the Box NL online store. The clothing options include: dri-fit short sleeve, dri-fit long sleeve, crew neck sweatshirt, and hooded sweatshirt all in grey or navy blue. NOTE: For some sports teams you will be asked to order a shirt with a number to be used as a jersey, this will be at the direct instruction of your coach. Do not order a shirt with a number without consulting directly with your coach. BCP Athletic shirts are a quality low cost option for short term sports teams. To order anytime please see the following site: https://intheboxnl.com/store/p1443/Baccalieu_Collegiate_Sports_Short_Sleeve_Tee_.html

2) New International Students: Please note we're happy to invite three new international students travelling from Brazil to our join school and programs starting February 1st 2024 and until the end of the year. 

3) Banned Device: Please note that there have been a few students in the school identified to have the following device: Flipper Zero. This and other like devices are banned from school mainly due to the intent of the device including its capabilities to disrupt (prank) individuals and teachers. 

4) Doorways: Please note that the Doorways program will be serving students this week at Baccalieu on Wednesday, January 31st 2024. Speak to guidance/office to reserve your spot on the list. 

5) Baking Bread for Science: This is a reminder that Ms. Sheppard has planned on Wednesday, January 31st 2024 "Baking Bread for Science" to do with both Grade 9 classes. The event will be taking place throughout the day as the bread rising to the challenge. 

6) Study Hall: Do not forget about Study Hall. It is an excellent resource providing your student/child a distraction free and routine space to work on their studies. Study Hall is every Tuesday and Wednesday from 3-4pm.  Support from students and teachers are available. Don't be shy. Come to the Study Hall!

7) Graduation Photo Retakes: Grade 12 Students who missed their graduation photos will have their photos taken on February 1st and 2nd 2024. Please check with Ms. Warren and/or Ms. LeShane for your schedule. 

8) Grade 9 Girls Volleyball: The Gr. 9 Girls Volleyball team will be competing in the under 15 Provincials in St. John's this weekend. Best of luck!

9) Senior Boys Basketball: The BCP Grade 12 Boys Basketball team are set to compete this weekend at the Ascension Collegiate Invitational. Come out and support your Predators Basketball. See the calendar for the attached schedule of games. 

10) Ministerial Close Out Day: On February 6th 2024 the Department of Education will be facilitating a close out day for teacher professional learning. There will be no school for students on this day. 

11) FYI Memorial Information Sessions: Memorial’s St. John’s campus will be hosting information sessions for prospective grade 11 and 12 students, parents and guardians on Tuesday, Feb. 6 and repeated on Wednesday, Feb. 7. See the attached file to use and circulate within your schools. There will be various faculties, schools and administrative units set up throughout the evening in the Core Science Facility starting at 6 p.m. Campus presentations and student panels are also taking place throughout the evening. Free parking is available in the parking garage, located across the street from the Core Science Facility. For details and access to the campus map, visit www.mun.ca/undergrad/.

12) Anti-Bullying Day:  Pink shirt day is February 28, 2024. If you need a new one you can order it here and it will ship directly to the school! Shirts are $9.00 taxes and shipping included. Please see our facebook page for more details.

13) Accident/Incident Form: Please be advised that Accident/Injury Report forms must be completed if/when an injury to a student occurs in your supervision. The Accident/Incident Form should be completed and sent to Mr. Barrett for review before he submits it to the district. He will then receive an automatic reply confirming receipt, as well as a reminder of next steps should a parent/guardian need to open a claim with Student Insurance (SSQ) because of an injury.  

14) GET AHEAD: Check the Calendar (www.baccaliecollegiate.ca) for further and future updates including extra and co-curricular events and special events upcoming!

Good News Report (In no particular order)

• Girls Volleyball: Best of luck to our girls volleyball squads competing at tournaments this weekend!
• Thank-you: Huge thank-you to our Baccalieu teachers for giving their 110% and very best intentions for our students everyday! 
• KES: Thank-you Ms. LeShane for organizing our Kids Eat Smart breakfast program and thank-you to all of our community volunteers!
• Study Hall: Huge thanks to Mr. Holloway for giving up his time to support student learning every Tuesday and Wednesday afterschool! 
• Grade 9 Boys Basketball: Congrats to Gr. 9 boys team for a strong showing this past weekend at the Carbonear Winter Classic. 
• Drama: Big thanks to our hardworking Drama Troupe preparing for the Drama Festival this year! Way to go and keep up the hard work!
• Doorways: Thank-you Doorways for being here and meeting with your students. We conversate all the time. Why not with someone who has your best interests in mind and is trained to help?
• Student Volunteers: Thank-you to all of our student volunteers! Special thanks to Gavin Clarke and Hunter Snelgrove for volunteering their time to help our junior boys basketball team! 
• TFT: Thank-you to our tutoring for tuition students! In particular this week, thank-you Abigail Mahone for always being there to help!

• Chess Club: Great work chess club! Thanks Mr. Holloway for leading this for our students. 

• Music with Ms. Sequeira: Great job students in music! Thank-you students and Ms. Sequeira! 

• 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, January 22nd 2024 (DAY 5)

Dear Families,

Good morning! I hope everyone enjoyed their weekend. (Thank-you for your patience receiving the updates). 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) BCP Athletic Shirts and Apparel: Students/Parents/Guardians can now order Baccalieu Predators Athletics shirts through In the Box NL online store. The clothing options include: dri-fit short sleeve, dri-fit long sleeve, crew neck sweatshirt, and hooded sweatshirt all in grey or navy blue. NOTE: For some sports teams you will be asked to order a shirt with a number to be used as a jersey, this will be at the direct instruction of your coach. Do not order a shirt with a number without consulting directly with your coach. BCP Athletic shirts are a quality low cost option for short term sports teams. To order anytime please see the following site: https://intheboxnl.com/store/p1443/Baccalieu_Collegiate_Sports_Short_Sleeve_Tee_.html

2) Vet Camp Opportunity: My name is Michelle Hooper, and I’m one of the organizers here at the Atlantic Veterinary College for our annual Vet Camps, happening this summer for Jr. High & High School students. Applications for vet camp have opened this week, and we are wanting to share the opportunity throughout Newfoundland and Labrador as well. I have attached a poster that can be emailed, or easily printed, as well as bursary information for students looking to have camp expenses covered. Michelle Hooper -- External Engagement Assistant -- Atlantic Veterinary College | University of Prince Edward Island -- michellehooper@upei.ca -- 902-566-0589

3) Student Reminder: Students driving to school late are reminded that they must enter through the main entrance and should not be banging on the back doors of the school and interrupting classes.

4) Wrestling Camp for Youth: Below you'll find the poster for the upcoming wrestling camp and a link that allows any interested athletes to register for the camp. Please let me know if you have any questions Click Here: .Wrestling Camp Poster -- Wrestling Camp Registration Form

5) Study Hall: Please note that our Study Hall with Mr. Holloway will continue into the new year. Study Hall is an excellent resource providing your child a distraction free and routine space to work on their studies. Study Hall is every Tuesday and Wednesday from 3-4pm.  Support from students and teachers are available. Don't be shy. Come to the Study Hall!

6) Grade 9 Boys Basketball: The BCP Grade 9 Boys Basketball team are set to compete this weekend at the Grade 9 Carbonear Classic Tournament. Come out and support your Predators Basketball. See the calendar for the attached schedule of games. 

7) Graduation Photo Retakes: Grade 12 Students who missed their graduation photos will have their photos taken on February 1st and 2nd 2024. Please check with Ms. Warren and/or Ms. LeShane for your schedule. 

8) Ministerial Close Out Day: On February 6th 2024 the Department of Education will be facilitating a close out day for teacher professional learning. There will be no school for students on this day. 

9) Anti-Bullying Day:  Pink shirt day is February 28, 2024. If you need a new one you can order it here and it will shop directly to the school! Shirts are $9.00 taxes and shipping included. Please see our facebook page for more details.

10) GET AHEAD: Check the Calendar (www.baccaliecollegiate.ca) for further and future updates including extra and co-curricular events and special events upcoming!

Good News Report (In no particular order)

• "Kelly Russell's Who Knit Ya?": Huge thanks to Fabian O"Keefe, Kelly Russell, ArtsNL, NL Education, and our teachers for making such an amazing workshop happen.
• Close out Day: Thank-you Amy Broaders and BCP teachers for excellent work last  Friday, January 19th 2024 for teachers professional learning journeys. 
  
• Grade 9 Girls Volleyball: Congratulations to the grade 9 girls who secured gold at Crescent this weekend.
• Grade 8 Girls Volleyball: Congratulations to the grade 8 girls on their performance at Crescent this weekend.
• Drama: Big thanks to our hardworking Drama Troupe preparing for the Drama Festival this year! Way to go and keep up the hard work!
• Doorways: Thank-you Doorways for being here and meeting with your students. We conversate all the time. Why not with someone who has your best interests in mind and is trained to help?

• Chess Club: Great work chess club! Thanks Mr. Holloway for leading this for our students. 

• Music with Ms. Sequeira: Great job students in music! Thank-you students and Ms. Sequeira! 

• 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, January 15th 2024 (DAY 14)

 Dear Families,

Good morning! I hope everyone enjoyed their 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) "Kelly Russell's Who Knit Ya?": Baccalieu is very pleased to announce that Fabian O"Keefe and Kelly Russell ( "Kelly Russell's Who Knit Ya?" ) will be at Baccalieu Collegiate to run an all day workshop for our English Language Arts 1201 students on Tuesday, January 16th 2024. We are very grateful to be able to offer this opportunity for students which should not only prove to be a fun and engaging day, but also profoundly support students ELA 1201 curriculum learning. Any students outside of the Grade 10 class interested in joining the workshop please tell their English Language Arts teacher before 12:00 noon on Monday, January 15th 2024. There is room for more to enjoy and enhance your ELA learning outcomes. Do not hesitate to ask. 

For more information:

https://www.gov.nl.ca/education/k12/culturalconnections/enrichment/

https://ntv.ca/your-community-kelly-russells-who-knit-ya/

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100046602326841

https://www.cbc.ca/listen/live-radio/1-56-st-johns-morning-show/clip/16020938-who-knit-ya-kelly-russell-one-man-show-follows

2) Graduation Photos: This is a reminder that Graduation photos will be taken on Wednesday, January 17th 2024. Stay tuned for the student schedule. All students should sit for these photos, though purchase is not required. Photo will be used in the Baccalieu Collegiate Graduation composite. Photos taken outside of these will not be used for the composite. 

3) Close out Day: Baccalieu Collegiate will have a Close-out day Friday, January 19th 2024 for teachers professional learning journeys. 

4) Missing Items: Prior to the Christmas holiday we had two students stolen from. In the first weeks of January we have had a high number of reported missing items that were thought to be stolen but were in fact misplaced. On behalf of Baccalieu staff we urge students to store their valuable possessions in their assigned locker under lock and key or keep these items close to their person. Lockers are narrow but adequate fitting items when taken out of the bag and organized. Students' personal and valuable items are their responsibility and should not be left behind doors or on the floor in the hallways for safety reasons (trip hazard etc.). BCP admin is working with the RCMP regarding the previous thefts and will continue to review student procedures if/when needed to prevent any further problems moving forward. In the meantime, please continue to promptly report to admin any illegal activity if you are a witness. Please continue to keep your valuable items on your person or safely stored in your locker. 

5) Study Hall: Please note that our Study Hall with Mr. Holloway will continue into the new year. Study Hall is an excellent resource providing your child a distraction free and routine space to work on their studies. Study Hall is every Tuesday and Wednesday from 3-4pm.  Support from students and teachers are available. Don't be shy. Come to the Study Hall!

6) Anti-Bullying Day:  Pink shirt day is February 28, 2024. If you need a new one you can order it here and it will shop directly to the school! Shirts are $9.00 taxes and shipping included. Please see our facebook page for more details.

7) 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. 

8) GET AHEAD: Check the Calendar (www.baccaliecollegiate.ca) for further and future updates including extra and co-curricular events and special events upcoming!

Good News Report (In no particular order)

•  BCP Cash Lottery Draw: Thank-you to everyone who participated in our annual Cash Lottery draw! Congrats to Brian Butt, Melita Foote, and Bridget King - winner of the three prizes. Currently, the office is processing student sales and determining the homeroom class winner. Please be patient as our team works through this arduous process. 
  
• Thank you RCMP for Career Presentation -- Thank-you Constable LeShane for visiting our school and presenting to our Career Ed class last week!
  
• Senior Girls Volleyball: Congrats on another banner weekend for our senior girls volleyball. Our senior girls have brought home another gold medal at Ascension this weekend. Go predators!
• Grade 9 Girls Volleyball: Way to play hard this weekend at Block the Rock. Keep working!
• Grade 7 Girls Volleyball: Great job making it to the semi finals in your first ever volleyball tournament. Keep up the great work coaches and athletes 
• Girls Volleyball this weekend: Congrats to our Girls Volleyball squads this past weekend. The Grade 7, 9, and Senior team played this past weekend at different tournaments! 
• Sr. Boys Basketball: Congrats to our BCP Sr Boys Basketball team for a hard fought weekend of basketball at the Carbonear Collegiate Winter Classic. 
  
• School Council Meeting: Thank-you to School Council for representing our stakeholders for the school! 
  
• Staff Meeting: Big thanks to staff for our meeting this past week. 
  
• Good Luck: Best of luck to the many Baccalieu athletes competing this weekend! 
• Doorways: Thank-you Doorways for being here and meeting with your students. We conversate all the time. Why not with someone who has your best interests in mind and is trained to help?

• Chess Club: Great work chess club! Thanks Mr. Holloway for leading this for our students. 

• Music with Ms. Sequeira: Great job students in music! Thank-you students and Ms. Sequeira! 

• Girls Basketball: Way to go Coach Regev and the girls basketball!! Trust the process!

• 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!