NSO Weekly News
May 22-27, 2023
Sherwood Park - Fort Saskatchewan - Vegreville
We hope everyone had a wonderful and restful Victoria Day weekend! Tuesday is Instructional day #66 of 85, as such we are now 78% of the way through semester 2 for non-diploma courses. Students are required to check in and meet with their instructor(s) weekly. It is recommended that multiple check ins occur each week to ensure successful completion of academic course work. Have a great week and stay safe! #gogreen
Mr. B. Spady Principal & Mrs. K. Porter Assistant Principal
Upcoming events
May 25: Student Vote
May 29: Provincial Election
May 30: Fort Saskatchewan First Nations Family Social
May 31: Red Shirt Day Action for AccessAbility and Inclusion More Info
June 7: Early Dismissal
June 8-10: ELA 30 & Social 30 Diploma Exam Prep Sign Up
June 9: Next Step Graduation Ceremony 2:30pm Shell Theatre
June 10-11: Math 30-1/2 Diploma Exam Prep Sign Up
June 12: ELA 30-1/2 Part A Diploma
June 13: Social 30-1/2 Part A Diploma
June 16: Math 30-1/2 Diploma
June 16: Grade 9 Farewell Celebration
June 17-18: Biology, Chemistry, Physics Diploma Exam Prep Sign Up
June 19: Last Instructional Day
June 19: ELA 30-1/2 Part B Diploma
June 20: Social 30-1/2 Part A Diploma
June 21: National Indigenous Peoples Day
June 22: Biology 30 Diploma
June 23: Chemistry 30 Diploma
June 26: Physics 30 Diploma
June 27: Science 30 Diploma
June 28: Last operational day
Foundations in Industry Workplace Safety Opportunity
Next Step is offering Foundations in Industry Workplace Safety during July 4-14. In addition to earning five 30-level high school credits, students will also obtain credentials in specific areas of workplace safety in partnership with industry-safety experts. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be credentialed in:
- Construction Safety Training(CSTS2020)
- Confined Space
- Detection and Control of Flammable Substances
- Fall Protection Awareness
- Ground Disturbance
- H2S Alive
- Transportation of Dangerous Goods
- WHMIS 2015
Plus: Job Preparation (CTR1010) – resume & cover letter, application and interview prep.
Students must complete all learning components of the course to receive credentialing. Register
ATCO INDIGENOUS EDUCATION AWARDS PROGRAM
Various Awards:
- Merit Awards ($750) for students completing Grades 9 – 12
- Bursaries ($1200) for students enrolled in trade/community technical college diploma or certificate program
- Scholarship ($1800) for students enrolled in degree or graduate programs
Grad Information
Next Step Graduation Ceremony is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. Friday, June 9 at the Shell Theatre, (DOW Centre) Fort Saskatchewan. Tickets will be available at no cost to families. Each graduate will be able to receive up to 8 tickets. Students will receive their graduation gown, cap, tassel and stole prior to the graduation ceremony. Students keep their cap, tassel and stole.
Canada Summer Jobs
Canada Summer Jobs is a government program that helps employers create jobs for young Canadians across the country. These jobs are then posted on the federal Job Bank for a limited time to help young people find them. New jobs will be added regularly as they’re approved for funding by the Canada Summer Jobs program. To apply for one of these jobs, you must be:
- Between 15 and 30 years of age and have a Valid Social Insurance Number.
In addition to the Canada Summer Jobs program, there are several other resources available to young Canadians, including government work placements, paid internships and volunteer opportunities.
Bayer Crop Science Opportunity Scholarship
Are you a graduating Grade 12 student looking for help to finance your post-secondary education in agriculture, food science or culinary arts? If so, apply for one of 32 scholarships, each valued at $3,000, offered by Bayer Crop Science. The deadline is June 8.
The Bayer Crop Science Opportunity Scholarship program is available to graduating Grade 12 students entering their first year of post-secondary education in agriculture, food science or a culinary program at a Canadian university or college of their choice in the fall of 2023. Scholarships will be awarded to students based on demonstrated academic achievement, leadership in their community and their vision for how they’ll contribute to Canadian agriculture in the future. scholarship details
RCMP Youth Camp
From July 24-28, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) Youth Camp takes place at the RCMP “K” Division Headquarters in Edmonton. The camp runs Sunday to Friday and is open to any individual between the ages of 16 to 19 who is a resident of Alberta. The camp offers young adults a chance to find out what it’s like to be a police officer in training. These activities may include drill, fitness, police defensive tactics, forensics, Major Crime Unit, Emergency Response Team and much more!
Hours of Operation
Students & families can access our campus during the following times:
Monday 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.Tuesday 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Wednesday 8:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Thursday 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Friday 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Next Step Outreach
Email: nextstep@eips.ca
Website: eipsnextstep.ca
Phone: 7804641899
Twitter: @eipsnextstep