RHJ Weekly Update

Hello RHJ Ravens!

Another week of learning has gone by and we're officially into May! Students will be busy preparing for their upcoming exams. Please note that all final exams are shared on our school website, with the ELA Part A exams taking place already at the end of May.

Our staff will be taking part in a professional learning day tomorrow, May 2nd. We hope our students enjoy their long weekend!

Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions, comments, concerns via email at glenda.gray@eips.ca

Sincerely,

Glenda, Eric and the RHJ Team

• • May: Asian Heritage Month
  • May 2: Professional Learning Day (schools closed to students)
  • May 5: RHJ School Council meeting in the library @ 6:00pm
  • May 4-10: Emergency Preparedness Week
  • May 5-11: Mental Health Week
  • May 5: Bus Driver Appreciation Day
  • May 5: Red Dress Day
  • May 6: Grade 8 Rec Fit climbing field trip
  • May 6: Bake sale fundraiser put on by Leadership 8 students
  • May 7: Early dismissal
  • May 7: "Hats on for Mental Health" Day
  • May 8: Grade 8 Skills field trip
  • May 8: Drama field trip
  • May 10: Bear Witness Day
  • May 14: Educational Assistant Appreciation Day
  • May 15: Moose Hide Campaign Day
  • May 19: Victoria Day (schools and Central Services closed)
  • May 26-30: Alberta Rural Health Week
  • May 28: Red Shirt Day

Full calendar for 2024-25

Join us on May 5 as we recognize and thank our school bus operators for keeping the safety of our students their first priority. We encourage you, and your children, to take a moment to say thanks to our bus operators—who go above and beyond to provide safe and timely transportation to our students.

On behalf of Rudolph Hennig Junior High, THANK YOU to all of our school bus operators for a job well done!

Grade 9 families can mark their calendars for our Grade 9 Farewell event, which will take place on Friday, June 6th. We will be hosting the event in 2 groupings where families will have the opportunity to choose either 5:30-6:30pm or 7:00-8:00pm to celebrate their child's time at RHJ. Tomorrow we will send specific communication to grade 9 families regarding registering for a time and any other pertinent details. So, watch your emails!

Easter Break

As most of you probably know, Easter fell on April 20th this year, giving us a wonderful four-day break from April 18th to April 21st. But sadly, that had to come to an end as most good things usually do. We hope everyone had a fun break because from here on out it's time to suffer. Welcome back to school!

Sports

This month, our school officially kicked off the Junior and Senior badminton teams, with practices starting in the first half of April. On April 22nd, the Senior team competed in the County Tournament. It was a tough day filled with strong opponents and close matches, but our players gave it their all. The following day, on April 23rd, it was the Junior team's turn to take on the County Tournament. Unfortunately, neither of our teams could bring home any medals this time. We’re proud of everyone who competed, and we can’t wait to see how our teams do in future seasons!

Events

This month, we had a couple of events. On April 3rd, we had the Cranston Cup. The grade 9s lost to the teachers 3-4, the grade 8s lost as well 4-5, but in an almost seemingly impossible turn of events, the grade 7s tied 5-5 with the teachers… No one saw that coming, but the best celly by far in that game was definitely by Weston Bonne row boating down the ice. The grade 7s went to the Telus World of Science on April 4th, They had a fun & whimsical day. Our Leadership groups also organized some school events. This month they organized Pajama Day, Anything but a Backpack Day, and did a scavenger hunt for Earth Day. Keep your eye out for how much waste you're producing. The student vote was on April 25th. Make sure you keep an eye out for LA Part A final exams in May. Study and work hard towards your academic goals.

All in all, April was an exciting month for our school, from Easter Break to badminton tournaments, school events, and unforgettable moments like Weston’s iconic goal celebration. Even though not everything went our way, like missing out on medals or losing a few games, what matters is the effort and spirit everyone showed. As we head into the final months of the school year, let’s keep that energy up, support one another, and make the most of what’s left. Here’s to finishing strong!

Every year, Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) publishes an Annual Education Results Report, which outlines the Division’s Four-Year Education Plan, growth opportunities and how it supports students in achieving the best possible outcomes. Read through this year’s EIPS Annual Education Results Report 2023-24 and discover how EIPS fosters learning environments for all students to learn, grow and thrive—and why it matters.

April Spotlight: Enhancing public education through effective engagement

· Rules of engagement: Using a collaborative approach to improve student achievement and success

· Driving change: Strengthening public education through Board advocacy

RELATED INFORMATION
Annual Education Results Report 2023-24: Overview
EIPS Four-Year Education Plan: 2022-26
EIPS Three-Year Capital Plan: 2026-29

Each school has a School Education Plan on its website. Annually, these plans are updated for the next school year to reflect schools’ goals, strategies and measures—all based on priorities found in the EIPS Four-Year Education Plan. School administration update their plans after reviewing school-specific results from the EIPS Annual Feedback Survey and consulting with staff, families and school councils in April. A School Education Plan helps a school community focus on what’s most important in its own specific context from year to year. To view your child’s School Education Plan, visit www.rudolphhennig.ca and find the relevant home page block.

EIPS Summer School: Register now

July 7-31

Registration for EIPS Summer School is now open. The program, organized through Next Step, offers more than 40 senior high courses. Students can earn credits, upgrade marks, lighten workloads or finish pre-requisite courses.

Courses include:
Open to EIPS students entering grades 10-12 next fall, and students in their Grade 12 year.

· Core senior high courses

· Career and Life Management (CALM)

· Physical Education

· Land-Based Learning

· Work Experience and the Registered Apprenticeship Program

· Workplace Safety

Plus, choose from a variety of complementary courses—offered online.

Learn more about EIPS Summer School 2025—including 2025 course offerings, registration, important dates and more.

Rudolph Hennig has joined with LunchBox to offer lunches for our students! Parents can order and pay online through the link below, and students pick up the lunches in the Raven's Nest Store in the first half of lunch.

LunchBox also brings some additional items to sell to students.

https://fortsasklunchbox.com/

Welcome to the home of the Ravens! We support personal development and academic growth for all of our students.

Rudolph Hennig Junior High School honours Treaty 6 territory and welcomes students from Metis settlements and First Nations communities throughout Western Canada and the Northwest Territories. We strive to build a safe and caring environment where cultural practices and traditions are honoured and celebrated. We work closely with community Elders to bring the truth of Canada’s history to our students as we work towards shared reconciliation.

We hope your year with us will be an enjoyable, rewarding, and memorable experience. Rudolph Hennig’s staff are committed to ensuring all students achieve success.

Email: general.rhj@eips.ca
Website: www.rudolphhennig.ca/
Phone: 780-998-2216
Instagram: @RHJRavens