AJS Weekly Bison Tracks
October 18, 2024
IMPORTANT DATES
- October 22, 5:00 p.m. - Parent/Student/Teacher Conferences
- October 22, 5:00 p.m. - AJS Grad 2025 Fundraiser - Coffee & Cookies at P/S/T Conference
- October 24, 5:00 p.m. - Parent/Student/Teacher Conferences
- 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 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
WHAT'S HAPPENING
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
Parent/Student/Teacher Conferences are on October 22 and 24, 2024.
To book your interviews:
1. Go to: AJS P/S/T Interview Booking
2. Search for your teacher(s) by last name
3. Choose available timeslots
You can also scan the QR code to access the booking site.
If there is not a timeslot available, or you require a longer meeting, please contact your teacher directly to set up an alternative meeting time.
AJS 2024 Yearbooks
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.
Pick up yearbooks on Tuesday and Wednesday during lunch in Grad Hall.
AJS School Picture Retake Day - October 28, 2024
Last chance to get your school photo taken for the 2024-2025 school year.
AJS Grad 2025 - Fundraiser
AJS Grad 2025 students will be selling coffee and cookies during the Parent/Student/Teacher Conference on Tuesday, October 22, starting at 5:00 p.m.
AJS - AMPS Information
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!
ARDROSSAN GRADE 7 & 8 DRAMA PRESENTS
Ardrossan Grade 7 & 8 Drama present:
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!
Pay school fees online!
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.
ATHLETICS
Volleyball:
- October 18 & 19 - Jr. Jr. Volleyball Wooly Bully Tournament
- October 21, 4:00 p.m. - Jr. Jr. Girls Volleyball @ LLR
- October 21, 5:00 p.m. - Jr. Jr. Boys Volleyball @ LLR
- October 21, 5:00 p.m. - Sr. Varsity Womens Volleyball vs Sturgeon
- October 21, 6:30 p.m. - Sr. Varsity Mens Volleyball vs Spruce Grove
- October 22, 3:30 p.m. - Jr. Jr. Boys and Girls Volleyball vs SWH
- October 22, 4:00 p.m. - Jr. Sr. Girls Volleyball @ RHJ
- October 22, 5:30 p.m. - Jr. Varsity Womens Volleyball vs Louis St. Laurent
- October 23, 3:30 p.m. - Jr. Sr. Girls and Boys Volleyball vs LLR
- October 23, 5:30 p.m. - Sr. Varsity Mens Volleyball @ Bev Facey
- October 23, 6:30 p.m. - Sr. Varsity Womens Volleyball @ Holy Trinity
- October 25 & 26 - Jr. Varsity Tri Volley Tournament
Cross Country:
- October 19 - Sr. High Cross Country Provincials
Counsellor's Corner
Post Secondary Information
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 18, 11:37 a.m. - University of Calgary Info Booth
- October 19, 9:00 a.m. - U of A Open House - register online
- October 19, 10:00 a.m. - King's University Open House
- 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
Cafeteria Menu
Community News
Your Future: Post-Secondary and Career Fair
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.
Ardrossan Junior Senior High
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