AJS Weekly Bison Tracks

To those of you I have not yet met, I am Mr. Leatherdale and I am the principal of Ardrossan Junior Senior High School. We are excited to have all of you as members of the Bison community I look forward to getting to know all of you.

There are a few items we want you to be aware of as we go into next week:

School administration

Our school administration team is:

Mr. R. Leatherdale Principal

Mrs. S. Locke Assistant Principal (Grades 8, 10 and 12)

Mrs. T. Williamson (Grades 7, 9 and 11)

Door Locking

From a security perspective, the most important function of an exterior door is for protection from the elements and to control entry for building security. Elk Island Public Schools has enacted a Building Security and Door Locking Procedure for the 2024 - 2025 school year.

All exterior doors, including the front entrance doors, will be locked, and opened only for student and visitor access during designated school entry times and special events.

Students who arrive when doors are locked, as well as parents/caregivers and visitors, will be welcomed into the office through the main entrance after ringing the doorbell/video-monitored intercom entry system. All visitors must sign in and out of the school at the main office, follow the visitor protocol and wear visible identification.

Personal Communication Devices (Cell phones)

In accordance with EIPS’ Policy 24, we ask that students not be in procession of cell phones during class time. The safest place for them to be stored is in their locker. We will work with students to help create good habits, but should cell phone use become a problem, it may involve a visit to the office to be addressed by administration.

We hope you all have a good long weekend and look forward to seeing you on Tuesday.

• September 2 - School Closed - Labour Day
• September 4, 2:16 p.m. - Early Dismissal
• September 4 - School Photo Day
• September 11, 6:30 p.m. - Quebec Trip Meeting for students and parents in Grade 9
• September 11, 7:15 p.m. - Quebec Trip Meeting for students and parents in Grade 12
• September 17, 11:42 a.m. - MacEwan University Visit
• September 19, 1:52 p.m. - U of A Presentation
• September 23, 6:30 p.m. - School Council Meeting
• September 24, 11:42 a.m. - Nait Information Session
• September 25, 11:37 a.m. - Student Grad Meeting
• September 25, 6:00 p.m. - AMPS AGM in Band Room
• September 25, 9:00 a.m. - EIPS Bus Evacuation
• September 26, 11:42 a.m. - Concordia Information Visit
• September 30 - No School - National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Texas Instruments Rewards program – please keep the points

Please purchase your child a TEXAS INSTRUMENTS Calculator.

Math 7 – 9 we prefer the TI- 30X as pictured.

Math 10-C , 20-2, 20-1, 30-2 and 30-1 require a Texas Instruments Graphing Calculator (TI – 84 is best)

PLEASE keep the rewards program cut out from the packaging (Pictured below) and hand it in to Mrs Gustafson in room 108 as she collects them for school based resources.

Wondering when and how to pay for school fees? School fee information for the 2024-25 school year will be posted on the PowerSchool Parent Portal in late September. All fees are due within 30 days of being posted. NOTE: Additional fees may be added throughout the year—for example, at the beginning of each semester, as your child takes part in various activities, or they may be adjusted by changes in selected optional courses in junior and senior high school. If you’re unable to pay your school fees, you can apply to have certain fees waived. The application deadline is Dec. 16, 2024.

For more information, Ardrossan Jr. Sr. High School Fees visit the on the school website. Alternatively, contact Mrs.Cleet at Ardrossan Jr. Sr. High at 780-922-2228.

The EIPS Correction and Verification Form is available online through your PowerSchool Parent Portal—at the top of the left-hand menu. Use the form to access and update your child’s records information—including address, parent and guardian information, emergency contacts and medical information. Reviewing the form and submitting updates ensures the school has the most up-to-date information regarding your child.

When reviewing the form, pay close attention to all listed phone numbers, email addresses and emergency contact information. Also, if you recently moved, now is the time to ensure the Division has your updated address. Throughout the year, the Division and school use the listed information to communicate with families about important information, including updates, the latest news and events.

PowerSchool Correction and Verification Form
Review and update the form by Sept. 25, 2024

If you have questions about the form or your Parent Portal account, contact the school office at Ardrossan Jr. Sr. High, (780)922-2228.

Did you know you can sync the school calendar to your own calendar? Simply, visit Ardrossan Jr. Sr. High and click on the applicable subscription option:

· Download to iCal

· Add to Google Calendar

· Subscribe to Calendar

NOTE: Options are located above the calendar.

Once you click on the desired subscription option, follow the instructions. Within seconds, your calendar will contain all Ardrossan Jr. Sr. High’s important dates including holidays, school-closures days, planned activities, events and more.

Is your child riding the bus this year? If yes, download the My Ride and Bus Status apps to stay in the know about your child’s bus stop location, route, pickup time and whether their bus is running on schedule.

Did you know each EIPS bus is equipped with video surveillance, and many school sites have video monitoring equipment?

Video surveillance and equipment help:

· ensure the safety of all students, staff, drivers and property; and

· discourage destructive acts.

As needed, EIPS school administration and Student Transportation staff review video recordings, in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act. The recordings assist schools and the Division with monitoring student and driver conduct and may be used as evidence in a disciplinary matter.

For more information about the collection, use and disclosure of personal information, contact the EIPS FOIP Co-ordinator at 780-464-3477.

Football:

• September 5, 5:00 p.m. - Bisons vs. Bellerose @ AJS
• September 13, 6:00 p.m. - Bisons vs. Archbishop Jordan @ Emerald Hills Turf
• September 19, 6:00 p.m. - Bisons vs. Beaumont @ Emerald Hills Turf
• September 26, 5:00 p.m. - Bisons @ Sturgeon @ Larry Olexiuk Field
• October 3, 5:00 p.m. - Bisons vs. Archbishop O'Leary @ Emerald Hill Turf
• October 10, 5:00 p.m. - Bisons @ Strathcona @ JP Bowl

Volleyball:

• August 29, 3:30 p.m. - Sr. High Volleyball Tryouts (Gr. 10-12)
• September 3, 3:30 p.m. - Sr. High Volleyball Tryouts (Gr. 10-12)
• September 3-5, 7:00 a.m. - Jr. High Volleyball Tryouts Boys (Gr. 7, 8, 9)
• September 3-5, 7:00 a.m. - Jr. High Volleyball Tryouts Girls (Gr. 8 &9)
• September 6, 9, 10, 7:00 a.m. - Jr. High Volleyball Tryouts Girls (Gr. 7 & 8)

Below are the dates that some post secondary schools are coming to AJS. If you'd like to sign up for one-on-one sessions, please go to Student Services.

• September 17, 11:42 a.m. - MacEwan University Visit (one-on-one sessions to follow)
• September 19, 1:52 p.m. - U of A Presentation
• September 24, 11:42 a.m. - Nait Visit (one-on-one sessions to follow)
• September 26, 11:42 a.m. - Concordia University Visit (one-on-one sessions to follow)
• October 3, 11:37 a.m. - Augustana Information Session (one-on-one sessions to follow)
• October 19, 9:00 a.m. - U of A Open House - register online
• October 26 - Nait Open House
• October 26, 10:00 a.m. - Concordia Open House (register online)
• October 26 - Augustana Open House (register online)
• November 2 - MacEwan Open House
• November 7, 11:37 a.m. - Norquest College (one-on-one sessions to follow)
• November 19, 12:30 p.m. - U of A One-on-one sessions

*Fries and poutine will only be served on Thursdays and Fridays this year.

Alberta Health Services hosts a variety of virtual caregiver information sessions throughout the year focused on ways to support students’ mental health. The sessions are free and geared toward parents, caregivers, teachers and community members who want to learn more about challenges impacting children and adolescents. Session topics include anxiety, ADHD, depression, self-harm, technology, teens and teaching leadership skills, communication, resiliency and more. Visit Caregiver Education to see the monthly caregiver sessions.

Email: general.ajs@eips.ca
Website: https://www.ardrossan.ca/
Location: Ardrossan Junior Senior High School, Range Road 222, Ardrossan, AB, Canada
Phone: 780-922-2228