MCHS Newsletter

Much like grade 10-12 students, grade 9 students have exams during the exam break AND review sessions. See the exam schedule for details. If there is no exam or review session, students are welcome to go home. Should a student decide to remain in the building, they will be asked to go to the library to study quietly for their next exam.

Friday, January 17, 2025, is the last day of classes for semester one. January 17 - 27 will be the exam break other than part A of ELA and Social Studies 30 diplomas being on January 14 and 15. Please see the attached schedule of exams and reviews.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hL37GPy7itaGtVBDpkyCXCr8N1gFIeVMgzyUu6KDU3w/edit?usp=sharing

Please note the following reminders:

1. Students will not be allowed to have their phone or Apple watch on

their person during their exam. All bags must be stored in their locker or at the front of the exam room.

2. Students must return their semester one textbooks to the library on the day of their exam.

3. Textbooks for semester two can be picked up in the library after they are done writing their last exam. This applies to grades 10-12 students only.

If you have any questions don't hesitate to get in touch with us at 780-939-6891.

We are excited to announce the availability of Dual Credit courses for the upcoming semester!

Dual Credit allows high school students to earn both high school and post-secondary credits simultaneously. This unique opportunity provides students with a head start on their college education while still in high school. This opportunity would be for grade 11 and 12 students primarily; however, strong grade 10 students could be considered.

For this academic year, we are offering:

• Sociology 1000

• Psychology 1040

These courses are offered by NorQuest College and are transferable to both Grant MacEwan University, Concordia University and the University of Alberta.

Dual Credit offers numerous benefits, including:

• Reduced college tuition costs: Earn college credits while only paying the textbook fee.

• Early exposure to post-secondary education: Gain valuable college experience and prepare for the transition to university.

• Enhanced academic rigor: Challenge yourself with college-level coursework.

• Improved college readiness: Develop essential skills for success in higher education.

We encourage you to discuss this exciting opportunity with your student. More information, including course descriptions, eligibility requirements, and registration details, will be available soon.

Deadline to register - Feb. 3, 2025

Course starts - Feb. 10 and 12, 2025

See poster for more information.

The Morinville Band Parents Association will be hosting a FunDrive all of January where we are collecting all sorts of items to be sold at Value Village.

This FunDrive will help raise money to support workshops and scholarships for all students in band as well as offer financial aid to those students who need it for instruments and trips.

We Are Collecting:

Clothes

men's, women's, & children's clothes, coats, shoes, scarves, handbags, wallets, fashion accessories, belts, backpacks, etc.

Household Textiles

bedding, comforters, blankets, sheets, towels, linen, tablecloths, curtains, pillows, etc.

Small Household Goods

kitchen items (such as pots/pans, dishes, silverware, glasses, serving pieces and hand-held appliances), home decorative items, knick-knacks, toys, games, and small electronics

Books

paperback, hard cover - all genres
*no encyclopedias or text books

All donations can be dropped off at GH Primeau between January 6 and January 31.

As a parent of a teen, you've likely been met with the all-too-familiar one-word response when asking about their day: "Good." It’s a frustrating encounter, especially when you're genuinely interested in what’s going on in their world. It can feel like pulling teeth trying to get any real details about their experiences at school, with friends, or even how they’re feeling.

So, why does this happen? Teens are navigating a lot of changes during these years—social dynamics, academic pressures, emotional growth, and, of course, the desire for independence. It's not unusual for them to retreat into a shorthand language when talking with family. After all, most teens don’t see their parents as their go-to source for sharing every bit of information about their day. But don’t despair! With a little patience and some creative strategies, you can help foster a more open and meaningful conversation.

Big Life Journal has provided some easy tips for engaging in meaningful conversation with your child, allowing you to connect on a deeper level.

Check out the graphic or click here.

We'd like to take the time to mention that we offer a range of counselling services at MCHS. Whether it be for academic purposes or reasons other than their school work, students can get help. See the contact information below for details.

COUNSELLING DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

Learning Support Facilitator: Amanda Bulger

Counsellor: Vanessa Connell

GSACRD Voice (Wellness coach): Maddison Russo

Youth Success Coach: Mary Morin

Our nervous ELA 30-1 and ELA 30-2 students were treated to a relaxing diploma review with treats and hot chocolate. They have worked hard all semester to be ready for the big day.

If you're looking at post-secondary institutions for next year, check out the King's University visitation days. See poster below for more information.

The Western Lumber Retail Career Fair is a fantastic opportunity for students to network with employers who are actively recruiting for summer positions in the Skilled Trades Industry

Event Details:

• Date: Friday, January 24
• Time: 12:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
• Location: Edmonton Expo Centre

Students who register for the event will receive swag and a unique attendee tag or T-shirt to help them stand out to potential employers.

Register using the link below:

https://wrla.org/2025-wrla-showcase---wrla-career-fair-by-star-building-a-qualico-company.html

See poster below for more information.

Below are some of the amazing art done by our very own students over the course of semester one. Thank you Mrs Ricioppo for guiding our students and helping them reach amazing heights in their artistic endeavors!

See poster for more information.

Check out our new MCHS Athletics Instagram Page!

https://www.instagram.com/mchswolvesathletics/

@mchswolvesathletics

For those looking for a suit, open the link below to explore a great opportunity.

https://www.jasongregor.com/gregors-grads/

Reminder that Grad photos are on January 30th. Open the PDF below for more information.

All grads that signed up to go bowling on the 29th must pick up, complete and return a permission form by Wednesday, January 22nd to be able to attend the trip. Forms can be picked up and returned to either the Main Office or Students Services.

See the document below for important information about Grad 2025.

• Franco Noël (élémentaire) Ci Cecce Playlist
• Franco Noël (secondaire) Ci Cecce Playlist

• 20 ways French Immersion parents can help embrace a love of language

Mathématiques

• MathLibres - Fiches d’exercices de Maths

Communication Jeunesse

• Numéro d’hiver - Qu’est-ce qu’on lit? (Magazine virtuel) - suggestions de lecture jeunesse

Histoire Canada

• Publications Kayak: Navigue dans l’histoire du Canada

Autres

• Vocabulaire du jeu
• L’évaluation du niveau A1 avec la différenciation et les pratiques du CRRP
• Chenelière - Didactique - Les nouveautés 2025!
• Parlons sciences - Maintenir une patinoire sur glace (Liens avec le curriculum de l’Alberta, 3e, 6e, 7e, 8e, et 9e année)

For more information, click on the link below.

https://www.lacitefranco.ca/flying-cano%C3%AB-volant

Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken.

Gospel Reading - John 2:1-11

2nd Sunday Ordinary Time - Year C

In this reading Jesus calls his mom, Mary, "woman". I dare you to try that and see how long you'll be locked in your room. What the heck?! Was he being disrespectful? Or can we trust that Jesus is always "love at work"?

Watch here:

https://youtu.be/UZGtD1VX_A8

At MCHS, we strive to live our faith to the fullest. With the Catholic Social Teachings in mind, we organize charitable projects to help God's children who find themselves in the margains. The following is a list of the Catholic Social Teachings:

- Life and Dignity of the Human Person

- Call to Family, Community and Participation

- Rights and Responsibilities

- Option for the Poor and Vulnerable

- The Dignity of Work and the Rights of Workers

- Solidarity

- Care for God's Creation

Here is a list of what we have done so far at MCHS:

- Care-A-Van project for the unhoused

- Jessie's house visits and donations

- Yard clean up

- MCHS Environmental Club initiatives

- Visits to Aspen House

- Painting tiles for the community mural

- Crib tournament with seniors at MCHS

- Morinville Food Bank

- Bags for the imprisoned

January 17 - 29

Exam break

January 30

Grad photos in the gym

NO SCHOOL - PD day

January 31

First day of semester 2

Sr High Girls basketball tournament

February 6 & 7

NO SCHOOL - Teacher's Convention

February 14

Early Dismissal @ 11:23

February 14 and 15

Sr boys basketball tournament

February 17

NO SCHOOL - Family Day

February 18

School Council @ 6:30pm in the library

February 26

HOWLS Lunch

Gr 9 immunizations

ADDRESS:

Morinville Community High School

9506 - 100 ave Morinville, AB, Canada

T8R1P6

(757) 259-3600

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