Hawk's View!
October 3, 2024
Important Upcoming Events and Dates
October 4 - District Professional Learning Day (NO SCHOOL)
October 11 - Pizza Friday
October 11 - Picture Retakes
October 14 - Thanksgiving (NO SCHOOL)
October 16 - School Council Meeting 6 p.m.
October 17 - Student/Parent/Teacher Interviews 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. (more information to follow)
October 18 - Pizza Friday
October 22 - Student/Parent/Teacher Interviews 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. (more information to follow)
October 25 - Pizza Friday
Parent/Student/Teacher Interviews October 17 and 22
We want to let our Parents/Guardians know that we will be opening our bookings for Student/Parent/Teacher Interviews on Thursday October 10 at 4:00 p.m.
These interviews will be taking place on October 17 and 22, from 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. in our Large Gym. As we have shared in the past, these are 6-minute timeslots, so it is important not to book back-to-back interviews with teachers as you will need to move from one space to another. Bookings fill up fast for some of our teachers, so please look at both days, if one day is already full.
The link will be available under the Bookings Section on our schools website, which has also shared here: Bookings | F.R. Haythorne Junior High (frhaythorne.ca) - NOT OPEN YET
Calling ALL chocolate-lovers!
We’re teaming up with Purdys Chocolatier to fundraise for our school. Stock up on your favourite Purdys Christmas treats (did someone say Hedgehogs?) AND support a great cause at the same time—it’s the best of both worlds.
Ordering is as easy as eating chocolate. Just click this link https://fundraising.purdys.com/join.aspx/1973896-118973, enter our campaign number (38615), fill out your info (Name, phone number, and email address), click "Join Campaign", and order to your heart's content! The order deadline is November 20th, so get shopping!
Celebrating World Teachers’ Day: October 5
October 5 is World Teachers’ Day! World Teachers’ Day recognizes the integral role teachers play in providing quality education to students. On October 5, Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) encourages all of its students, parents, caregivers and community members to show their appreciation for their teachers and the positive impact they make on our lives.
EIPS extends its heartfelt thank you to all Division teachers for their dedication, hard work and commitment in guiding and educating students through their kindergarten to Grade 12 years.
Pizza Fridays
Come down to the Hawk's Nest on Fridays to get your pizza!
It may be a good idea to still bring somewhat of a lunch as we are early in the year for determining how many pizzas we will require to feed the hungry mouths of F. R. Haythorne!
$3.00 per slice
Missed Assessments
We understand there may be extenuating circumstances that are out of your control and sometimes an exam may be missed; however, we are asking that all assignments be completed promptly once your child returns to school.
We are trying a new process this year by asking parents to sign up for a time online to complete missed assessments. You will receive an email from the teacher with information and directions should it be required. We have made times available both at lunch and after school to accommodate all schedules.
We thank you all in advance for working with your child to arrange these times and in allowing the class to receive timely feedback on their assessments.
School Fee Information
School fee information for the 2024-25 school year is now posted on the PowerSchool Parent Portal. All fees are due within 30 days of being posted. To access your fee information, simply log in to the PowerSchool Parent Portal and go to “Student Fees.” There you can view your fees and pay them online. If you’re unable to pay your school fees, you can apply to have certain fees waived. The application deadline is Dec. 16, 2024.
NOTE: Don’t forget to also log in to the PowerSchool Parent Portal regularly throughout the year. Fees are often added to your child’s account to cover the cost of various school activities such as field trips, class projects, extracurricular activities fees and more.
For more information, Alternatively, contact Karen Bidniak, Business Manager, at F.R. Haythorne, at 780-467-3800.
Save Your Bottles!
The grade 9 French class will be hosting a bottle drive soon to help raise funds for their potential trip to Quebec.
Please save your bottles for us!
Elk Island Public Schools is on Instagram!
Want reminders and news about EIPS? You can now follow the Division on Instagram @elkislandpublicschools. Stay in the know about what’s going on, from divisionwide celebrations to reminders about important dates and deadlines. You can also connect with EIPS on Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube and the EIPS website.
School Council 2024 - 2025
Our meeting dates for the 2024-2025 school year are as follows:
October 16, 2024
November 20, 2024
January 22, 2025
March 19, 2025
April 16, 2025
May 21, 2025
All meeting are held in the F.R. Haythorne library at 6 p.m. Everyone is welcome!
We value your time, and we do our best to keep meetings to a one-hour limit. We look forward to seeing you throughout the year if you are able to attend!
Click here to be directed to the F.R. Haythorne School Council page on our website.
Door Locking Procedures
The primary entrance to our school will be the only door that is ever unlocked. However, once block one begins, it will be secured.
Our main front entrance is equipped with a bell and camera linked to the front office.
Visitors seeking entry during locked hours are required to ring the bell for assistance.
The doors will be unlocked as follows:
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
12:21 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
3:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Brightspace
Brightspace is our teachers go-to platform for posting homework and other information for families. If you are having trouble logging in, or need other information, please click here.
Location: 300 Colwill Boulevard, Sherwood Park, AB, Canada
Phone: 780-467-3800
Email: general.frh@eips.ca
Website: frhaythorne.ca