Dear Falcon students and families,

Happy New Year! Our entire Bev Facey staff hope that you had a restful break and were able to recharge and get some well needed rest before starting 2025. We are looking forward to working through the last outcomes of the first semester with your students to prepare them for their Final Exams, which begin in two weeks. Please refer to the "Final Exam Schedule - January 2025" below to become familiar with the planned times of each of their final assessments.

This first week back will see us quickly moving back into the swing of things academically. The focus of the week will be on the administration of the Part A common exams for grade 10 and 11 English and Social classes. Regular classes for all students will continue while these important exams are administered. Next week sees the administration of Diplomas in both English and Social.

In order to balance our classes, we will be running a "Flip Day" on Thursday, January 15. This will have all our students with their morning classes switching to the afternoon, and the afternoon classes in the morning ( see the explanation in the Article on Part A Diplomas). This time of year often comes with a lot of stress and pressure. Please touch base with your children frequently to provide them the support and confidence they might require moving into the final days and final assessments of the first semester.

As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Ken Wlos

Principal

*Regular classes will occur as scheduled!

• All students will write on secure exam accounts.
• All students are reminded to leave their cell phones in their lockers.
• All students should have their student ID or Driver's License present on attendance.

Each student will be assigned an account to sign into to complete the exam on a provided chrome book or desktop computer.

Writing Locations:

Jan. 9th: 8:30 a.m. - Morning

English 20-1 (Part A):

Ms. Huculak's English Blk 1 class- in Rm 161

Mr. Kupsch's English Blk 2 class- in Rm 215

Mrs. Veinot's English Blk 2 class- in the Library/Rm 215

Mrs. Veinot's English Blk 3 class- in the Library

English 20-2 (Part A):

Ms. Huculak's English Blk4 class- in Rm 213

Ms. J. Taylor's English Blk2 class- in Rm 213

Mrs. Veinot's English Blk 2 class- in Rm 215

Jan. 9th: 12:16 p.m. - Afternoon

English 10-1 (Part A):

Ms. Cruikshank's English Blk2 class- Library/Rm 215

Ms. J. Taylor's English Blk3 class- Rm 215

Mr. Kupsch's English Blk4 class- Rm 161

Ms. Skoropad's English Blk2 class- Rm 161/213

Mrs. Veinot's English Blk4 class- Library

English 10-2 (Part A):

Ms. J. Taylor's English Blk4 class- Rm 213

Ms. Skoropad's English Blk4 class- Rm 213

Writing Locations:

Jan. 9th a.m. - Morning

Social 10 -1(Part A):

Mr. Brophy's Blk1 class- in Rm215 & the Library

Mr. Chalmer's Blk2 class- in Rm 161

Mr. Huie's Blk1 class- in Rm 213

Mr. Huie's Blk 4 class- in the Library

Social 10 -2(Part A):

Mr. Berriman's Blk 2 class- in Rm 215

Mr. Berriman's Blk 4 class- in Rm 213

Jan. 10th: 12:16 p.m. - Afternoon

Social 20 -1(Part A):

Ms. Chalmer's Blk4 class- in Rm 161

Mrs. Holt's Blk2 class- in the Library

Mrs. Holt's Blk3 class- in Rm 215

Social 20 -2(Part A):

Mr. Brophy's Blk1 class- in Rm 213

Mr. C. Taylor's Blk3 class- in Rm 213

*Regular classes will occur as scheduled!

• All students will write on secure exam accounts.
• All students are reminded to leave their cell phones in their lockers.
• All students should have their student ID or Driver's License present on attendance.

Each student will be assigned an account to sign into to complete the exam on a provided chrome book or desktop computer.

Writing Locations:

Jan. 14th: 9:00 a.m. - Morning

English 30-1 (Part A):

Ms. Huculak's Blk3 class- in the Library

Mr. Kupsch's Blk2 class- in Rm 215

Mrs. Veinot's Blk 1 class- in Rm 161

Students from Learning Acad./SPO FSO- in Rm 161

English 30-2 (Part A):

Ms. Cruikshank's Blk4 class- in Rm 213

Ms. J. Taylor's Blk 1 class- in Rm 213

Students from Learning Acad.- in Rm 213

Social 30-1 (Part A):

Mrs. Holt's Blk1 class- in Rm 215

Mrs. Holt's Blk4 class- in Rm 215

Mr. Huie's Blk3 class- in Rm 161

Students from Learning Ac/SPO FSO- in Rm 161

Social 30-2 (Part A):

Mrs. Chalmer's Blk3 class- in the Library

Mr. Brophy's Blk4 class- in Rm 213

Students from Learning Ac/SPO FSO- in the Library

Blocks 3 and 4 will run in the morning (8:35 a.m. to 11:36 a.m.), while Blocks 1 and 2 will run in the afternoon (12:16 p.m. to 3:17 p.m.) for all students. This allows our Diploma part A writing students to not miss important 30 level courses two days in row (as all classes will continue while the Part A diplomas are being written).

Bev Facey's School Council meets every third Tuesday of the month from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in our school library. Our next meeting on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, is our fourth meeting of the school year and part of the focus of this meeting will be a sharing of information and a discussion around our 2025-26 proposed school fees. We would love to see as many parents as possible attend. Please peruse the presentation and the Trustee Report from November's meeting via the PDF Links below the article.

The link to attend the meeting virtually is below:

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Please check out the Grad 2025 parents and graduates' information presentation from our meeting on November 5, 2024 below. Here are some important information pieces:

• Grad Lists posted: November 25, March 17, and May 5. (the grad list will have students who are "on track" with their credits or on a clear path to acquiring their graduation credentials).

Please click on the presentation below for more information:

Grad Photo sessions can be booked for appointments between January 13 to 17, 2025. Graduates and their parents are asked to check the schedule for Final Exams to ensure they don't conflict. Please use the following button to access the website for booking with the photographer:

All grads should submit a Baby Picture before March 23, 2025. Must submit by signing in with their student google account at the following button:

Monday - Jan. 6, 2025

• First Day back after Winter break.
• Robotics Club meets today at 3:20 p.m. in Rm 216.
• Sr. Boys Basketball host Arch Bishop MacDonald for a 5:30 p.m. game.

Tuesday - Jan. 7, 2025

• Falcon Archery Club - 3:30 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. (Rm 296)
• Jr. Girls Basketball travels to Sturgeon Composite for a 5:00 p.m. game.
• Jr. Boys Basketball travels to Leduc Composite for a 5:30 p.m. game.

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Wednesday - Jan. 8, 2025 (Early Dismissal @ 2:17 p.m.- Staff Meeting)

• Staff Meeting Wednesday - Bus schedule will be a 2:17 p.m. pickup.
• Falcon Craft Club - goes in Rm 159 at lunch.
• Sr. Boys Basketball host St. Josephs for a 5:00 p.m. game.
• Sr. Girls Basketball host St. Francis Xavier for a 6:30 p.m. game.

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Thursday - Jan. 9, 2025

• English 20-1 & 20-2 Part A Final Exam - Rms 161, 213, 215, and Library. (8:35 a.m.)
• English 10-1 & 10-2 Part A Final Exam - Rms 161, 213, 215, and Library. (12:16 p.m.)
• Jazz Band meets for practice at noon today in the Band Room (Rm 142)
• Jr. Boys Basketball host Arch Bishop Jordan for a 5:30 p.m. game.
• Jr. Girls Basketball travels to Beaumont Composite for a 6:30 p.m. game.
• Sr. Boys & Girls Basketball travels to Salisbury Composite's Invitational Tournament.

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Friday - Jan. 10, 2025

• Social Studies 10-1 & 10-2 Part A Final Exam - Rms 161, 213, 215, and Library. (8:35 a.m.)
• Social Studies 20-1 & 20-2 Part A Final Exam - Rms 161, 213, 215, and Library. (12:16 p.m.)
• Facey’s Gender & Sexuality Alliance (Spectrum) meets today at lunch in Rm 159!
• Sr. Boys & Girls Basketball continue to compete at Salisbury Composite's Invitational Tournament.
• Robotics Club meets today at 3:20 p.m. in Rm 216.
  

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Saturday - Jan. 11, 2025

• Sr. Boys & Girls Basketball continue to compete at Salisbury Composite's Invitational Tournament.
  

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If you're a current high school student or recent graduate with no post-secondary education, choose between a faculty-specific or general virtual advising session:

Faculty-Specific Advising Session: Ideal for questions about a specific faculty or program of interest.

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Select the session type that best suits your needs and get the guidance you need to plan your future

Join us on January 29, 2025, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. for a valuable networking opportunity for women in the skilled trades. This event allows participants to build meaningful connections, share experiences, and engage with apprentices, journeypersons, aspiring trades professionals, and potential mentors.

Eligible apprentices and pre-apprentices will also learn about the resources available through the Women Leading and Building Canada's Future initiative, in partnership with the Government of Canada’s Canadian Apprenticeship Strategy. Don’t miss this chance to expand your network and advance your career in the trades.

Grade 12 students interested in applying to NAIT can book a quick and insightful virtual advising appointment. Tap the button below to get started

Our Bev Facey counselors have set up a living newsletter that will be available to our students to help them navigate the process of applying for scholarships to support their post secondary goals. This newsletter will be sent out to parent's and student's emails over the next week. Please return to it as more updates to the newsletter will occur throughout the year as new opportunities for our students present themselves. Please click on the newsletter link below to access the first publication:

Are you ready to explore exciting career opportunities in various industrial sectors? We are thrilled to invite you to the Heartland Industrial Career Forum, a dynamic event designed to empower high school students like you with valuable insights into in-demand careers, educational pathways, and the resources available to support your journey.

Event Details:

Date: January 30, 2025

Time: 12:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Location: Dow Centennial Centre, Fort Saskatchewan

Website: www.industrialheartlandcareersforum.ca

At this forum, you will:

· Learn about various industrial and trade careers that are in high demand.

• Discover the educational pathways to pursue these careers.
• Connect with industry professionals and educators.
• Access resources to help you succeed in your chosen field.

If you are looking to your future career, this event is the perfect opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and make informed decisions about your future.

Do not miss out on this chance to shape your future! We look forward to seeing you there!

January 6, 2025 - First Day of classes after the break.

January 8, 2025 - Early Out Staff Meeting Day.

January 9, 2025 - Grade 10 & 20 Common Final Exams-Part A English.

January 10, 2025 - Grade 10 & 20 Common Final Exams-Part A Social.

January 13, 2025 - EIPS High School Information Night - Bethel Church (6:00 p.m.)

January 14, 2025 - English 30-1 & 30-2 Part A Diploma @ 9:00 a.m.

January 15, 2025 - Flip Day (Blocks 3 & 4 in the morning, Blocks 1 & 2 in the afternoon)

January 15, 2025 - Social 30-1 & 30-2 Part A Diploma @ 9:00 a.m.

January 16, 2025 - Last Instructional Day of Semester One.

January 21, 2025 - School Council Meeting (6:00 p.m. - School Library)

January 23, 2025 - AP Information night for incoming Grade 9s.

January 17 to 27, 2025 - Exam Week.