AJS Weekly Bison Tracks

• October 28 - Photo Retake Day
  
• October 28, 11:37 a.m. - Student Council Events - Spooky Movies & Trick or Treat Bag Painting
• October 29, 11:37 a.m. - Student Council Events - Spooky Movies & Pie Eating Contest
• October 29, 6:30 p.m. - AJS Grade 7 & 8 Drama Show: Harvest Moon
• October 30, 11:37 a.m. - Student Council Event - Spooky Movies & Teacher Trick or Treat
• October 30, 6:30 p.m. - AJS Grade 7 & 8 Drama Show: The Midnight Society
• October 31, 11:37 a.m. - Student Council Events - Costume Contest and Costume Dodgeball
• October 31 - Jr. High Report Cards
• November 5, 6:00 p.m. - Your Future: Post Secondary and Career Fair @ Strathcona County Agora
• November 6 - Take Our Kids to Work Day (grade 9 only)
• November 7, 11:37 a.m. - Norquest College Visit (Grad Hall)
• November 8 - AJS Remembrance Day Ceremony
• November 11 - Remembrance Day
• November 11-15 - No School: Fall Break
• November 18 - First day back (Day 1)
• November 18, 6:30 p.m. - School Council Meeting

Last chance to get your school photo taken for the 2024-2025 school year.

Dear Parents,

As we prepare for our upcoming Remembrance Day ceremony on November 8th, we would like to honor the brave men and women who have served in the military. We invite you to send Ms. Moses (ashlyn.moses@eips.ca) a picture of a family member or loved one who has served. Please include the following information with the photo:

• Name
• Rank
• Where they served

These images and details will be included in our slideshow during the ceremony to pay tribute to their service and sacrifice.Additionally, we are looking for students in cadets who would like to participate in the Remembrance Day ceremony. If your child is interested, please have them reach out to Ms. Moses for more information.Thank you for your support in making this a meaningful event.

Ms. Moses

Mr. Basaraba

Mme. Locke

AJS 2024 Yearbooks are ready for pick up at the school office.

These books are for any students that prepaid in Parent Portal last year.

There are still boxes of chocolates available - they are the variety packs (3 bars for $5)

Cost is $100 per box (with $20 per box going to your band account!)

Throughout the year we will reach out to band families to ask for assistance with different events and to share information about fundraising events - please ensure you have filled out a membership form so we have your email address as that is our only way to connect with you!

If you have questions or comments please don't hesitate to connect with:

Kas ampspres@gmail.com or Christie ampssecr@gmail.com

Our next meeting will be on October 29, 4pm in the band room.

All parents are welcome to attend!

Tuesday, October 29 - Harvest Moon

Wednesday, October 30 - The Midnight Society

Doors to the lobby will open at 6:00 PM, the theatre doors will open at 6:15 PM, and the show will begin at 6:30 PM.

Admission to the show is by donation, and all proceeds will benefit the creativity of Ardrossan Drama.

Parental Guidance: Please note that some elements of the show, including technical aspects and storylines, may be frightening for younger audiences. Parental discretion is advised.

If you have any questions please email Mrs. Webb. diane.webb@eips.ca

Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to seeing you at the shows!

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, 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.

Volleyball:

• October 25 & 26 - Jr. Varsity Tri Volley Tournament
  
• October 28, 3:30 p.m. - Jr. Sr. Boys and Girls Volleyball vs SWH
• October 29, 3:30 p.m. - Jr. Jr. Boys and Girls Volleyball vs FRH
• November 1 & 2 - Jr. Sr. Volleyball Classic Tournament
• November 1 & 2 - Sr. Varsity Mens and Womens Volleyball Strathmore Tournament
• November 4, 3:30 p.m. - Jr. Jr. Boys Volleyball vs STT
• November 5, 3:30 p.m. - Jr. Sr. Girls and Boys Volleyball vs SAB

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.

• 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
• November 19, 12:30 p.m. - Augustana One-on-one sessions
• November 19, 11:37 a.m. - Athabasca University Information Sessions
• November 21 - Nait - Jill of All Trades

Thinking about attending post-secondary school after graduation? Not sure on the career or sector? Plan to attend this year’s Your Future: Post-Secondary and Career Fair.

Event Details:

Date: Nov. 5, 2024
Time: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Location: Strathcona County Agora
401 Festival Lane, Sherwood Park

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