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Bandit News
“Healthy Minds, Healthy Bodies, Healthy Relationships”
April 2015
“Des Esprits Sains, Des Corps Sains, Des Relations Saines”
Principal’s Message
Inside this issue:
Principal’s Message
1
Upcoming Events
2
2015/16 Registration 3
Art & Design News
3
Musical Theater
3
Summer School
3
Track & Field
4
One Acts
Grad Banquet
Committee
4
5
Late Nights In
Cosmetology
5
Bandits SportsDesk
6
Sr. Boys Basketball
6
BGRS Celebration
of the Arts
7
Student Services
8-10
Acorn School Fee
Payment
11
Healthy Teens
12
ESBCHS
5417 43 Avenue,
Beaumont, AB T4X 1K1
Phone: 780.929.6282
Fax: 780.929.1323
esbchs.blackgold.ca
“The whole purpose of education is
to turn mirrors into windows.”
Sydney J. Harris
There is no end to the
number of insightful quotes
by historical figures about
the
importance
of
education, yet as we
approach another provincial
election, the outlook for our
education system is bleak.
While we understand that
current economic realities
have hit hard for many of
our families, we maintain
that “an investment in
knowledge pays the best
interest.”
(Benjamin
Franklin).
Under the
current education budget
proposed for 2015-16, we
will be looking at the
possibility of larger classes,
fewer supports for students
with special needs, and
compromised programming
for all students.
While
government is telling school
boards to spend their
reserves, neither they nor
the media are overly
publicizing the fact that this
can only happen with
Ministerial approval. At best,
funding for education is both
inconsistent
and
unpredictable from year to
year,
making
it
very
challenging to plan long term
and this coming year stands
to be very difficult. If you
are unsure about the
potential implications of the
2015-16 education budget
cuts
on
your
child’s
education, please take time
to get informed, and please
make sure to vote on May
5th!
ESBCHS will be a polling
station from 9:00 am to 8:00
pm on May 5th which we see
as a great opportunity for
our students to see what an
election looks like and to
discuss their thoughts and
questions with their teachers
and their peers.
Our school year continues
to roll along with no end to
the positive achievements
and efforts of students and
staff alike. So many things
going on…One Act Festival,
30 Hour Famine, Celebration
of the Arts, Vimy, Cheer,
Soccer, Rugby, Track and
Field, Mentorship Program,
Art Club, Projet Partage, just
to name a few…the list is
long! This June we also look
forward to holding our first
annual Colour Night, a
banquet
dedicated
to
recognizing our teams and
athletes
and
their
accomplishments this year…
stay tuned for details!
Also approaching quickly in
June is Grad. There is a lot
of work to be done in class
between now and then, but
there are also details
students need to take care
of in order for the ceremony
to succeed. All students on
the grad list must ensure
they submit their deposit for
their Grad gown and stole by
May 1st.
These are
refundable deposit upon
their return immediately
following the ceremony, but
having ALL students in
gowns and stoles truly
enhances the ceremony.
Please note that our school
will also be going live with
Acorn on May 1st. Some
parents may be familiar with
Acorn online payment
system if they have children
in other schools in town,
however this will be new to
many parents.
Please be
aware that effective May 1st,
you will need to connect
through your PowerSchool
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account to access Acorn to make all school related
payments from this point forward. An online parent
payment guide will be available on our website under
“Fees and Payment” under the Parents tab.
Speaking of school fees…you may have noticed the
absence of fee amounts for the 2015-16 school year in
the student handbook while your child worked
through the registration process. With the new
Education Act coming into effect in September, it
appears as though we may be required to begin
charging fees on more of a “user-pay” model.
Currently our fees for Grade 9-11 are based on a flat
rate, while our Grade 12’s are charged on a user-pay
model. We are currently working on a new model
that we hope to be sustainable and fair but that also
allows us to continue to run our wide range of
excellent programming. While we re not looking to
raise fees for the sake of raising them, our school fees
have not increased since 2007. School fees were
discussed at the last School Council meeting and we
will be sharing our proposed new model along with
Council’s feedback to Central Office for the Board
to review at it’s May meeting for approval. My hope
is that we will be able to share with parents in June
what they might expect to pay for school fees in
August.
In spite of the current budgetary turmoil, I often
remind myself that we truly do work in a great
school with amazing kids and supportive families in a
thriving community. I know our staff feels the same
way and I have every confidence that they will
continue to provide the best learning environments
possible in the face of challenging circumstances.
We have a highly dedicated school staff and your
support and understanding is greatly appreciated!
Chris Peacocke
Principal
Hats On for Mental Health Day
May 6, 2015
BGRS Celebration of the Arts at the Winspear
May 8, 2015 at 7:00 pm
Mid-Term Break (No School)
May 15, 2015
Online School Payments
All schools fees can now be paid online! Parents can access the Acorn Online Payment website
through the PowerSchool Parent portal. For more information and to access the Acorn Online
Payment Parent Guide please visit the following link,
http://esbchs.blackgold.ca/parents/fees-payment/
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2015-16 Registration
Registration packages were sent home with students earlier this month.
These multipage packages are now past due. Please ensure to fill out and
sign all pages in the package and return them to the school as soon as
possible.
Art & Design News
Art show season is just around the corner! Make sure to come out to the district Celebration of the
Arts at the Winspear on Friday, May 8. Tickets are only $12 and you will be treated to an evening of
art and photography, musical entertainment and, needless to say, plenty of talent!
ESBCHS's Art Beat follows shortly after that. Join us in the school atrium on Friday, May 29 for a
wonderful evening of photography and art.
Art Club is still going strong on Friday afternoons. Everyone is welcome and yes you can still join!
There is a one-time $2 fee. See you at Art Club!
Musical Theater Audition Notice
Information session at lunch on Thursday, May 7, 2015. Anyone interested in being a part of the
Musical next year should attend this session: actors, artists, musicians, technicians.
Auditions will be held May 22, 2015 from 3:20 - 5:30 and May 23, 2015 from 10:00 - 12:00.
Auditions are for those interested in being performers only and will only be 5
minutes in length. Those auditioning should prepare one verse and first chorus of
any show tune or Disney song. We will be accepting 35-40 performers, 6-8
members of the crew and 10-12 set designers. Students who make the cut will get
10 credits: 5 credits for Drama 10, 20 or 30 and 5 credits for Musical Theatre 15,
25 or 35.. Next year’s show has not yet been decided.
BGRS Summer School Information
Black Gold Regional School Division offers comprehensive summer school programming. Whether
you are a grade twelve student looking to upgrade a diploma course, a grade nine student eager to
get a jump on a senior high class, or an elementary student wanting to improve reading or math
skills – we have the program for you. Click on the link below for more information about each of
our summer school programs.
http://www.blackgold.ca/schools/summer-school/
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Track & Field News
Track and Field season is about to get underway! High School athletes will compete in their first MiniMeet on Monday May 4 at Foote Field. Divisionals and Zones follow on May 12 and 20 respectively.
Junior High athletes will get their chance to compete on May 26 and June 2. Go Bandits!
One Acts
This month, the Bandits Drama Students participated in The Zone One Act Festival. We couldn't be
prouder of all our in-house participants. We enjoyed the work of over 50 students who performed,
directed, and were crew members to seven One Acts in our school on April 13th, 14th and 15th.
From our in-house festival, three plays were chosen to represent ESBCHS at The Zone Level: Swiss
Pajamas, A Night in the Ukraine and If Men Played Cards as Women Do.
All three were performed spectacularly and were met with positive feedback from both the
adjudicator and the audience. We are so happy for Brett Hogg, who won a Best Supporting (Male)
Actor award for his role in Swiss Pajamas. I also couldn't be prouder of some of the hardest working
seniors I know. A Night in The Ukraine took home the most awards of any show at the festival, Devon
Eshpeter received a Best Lead Actor award for his role of Samovar. Also, Tia Yakabovich won Best
Supporting Actor (Female) and Kate Haynes won an award for her lighting design and execution. The
entire cast and director Emi Reich also received the Keith Ewasiuk Award for Best Ensemble.
We had an unforgettable experience at One Acts this year and many lessons were learned: lessons
that we can't get in a classroom: lessons we can only learn from building something, loving it and
having to see it come to an end. It is always hard to say goodbye to a cast, crew and show so I will
call on lines from the song For Now, from Mr. Keith Ewasiuk's favorite show.
“Take a breath, look around
Swallow your pride for now.
Nothing last, life goes on
Full of surprises
You’ll be faced with problems
Of all shapes and sizes
You’re going to have to make
A few compromises for now
But only for now” - Avenue Q
Submitted by Chantal Yardely
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Grad Banquet Committee
This year's Graduation Banquet will be held on Friday, June 26th at the Expo Centre. The doors will
open at 5:30 p.m., with the festivities beginning at 6:30 p.m. All Grade 12 students and their guests
are welcome to attend!
Tickets will cost $88 per person and will go on sale online at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, May 19 through
the school's website (http://esbchs.blackgold.ca) under the Students tab. Please note that there is
an additional fee to use this service. Online sales will close on Monday, June
15. You may also purchase tickets in person at the school after school on the
following Wednesdays: May 20, May 27, June 3 and June 10. Further payment
details will be available soon.
Grade 12 students and parents who are willing to help with decoration work
bees, please contact Sue Billings at [email protected].
Grade 11 students and parents who are willing to help with set up or take down at Expo on the day
of the banquet, please contact Mona Lisa Beatty at [email protected].
Tracey Carr ([email protected])
Tianna Brum ([email protected])
Co-Chairs
Late Nights in the Cosmetology Lab
The Cosmetology Lab will be open after school until 8:30 one night a week in May.
We can do haircuts, scalp treatments, deep conditioning treatments, colours, highlights, and peek-aboos. We are also offering pastel highlights - the newest trend for summer - peach, pink, indigo and
lilac.
Hair services are also available during blocks 3 and 4 by appointment. Friends, family and the public
can have services done during these times.
Big Sexy Hair Products are on sale - buy one get one half price.
Chi Limited edition flat irons and blow dryers - reg. price $289 on clearance for $150 each, These
Chi professional tools come with complimentary products and a 44 Iron Guard heat protector
($20.00 value) as well.
 Nisim Fast - for longer stronger hair - shampoo and conditioner duo only $24.00
 All men’s Redkin products are on sale for $10.00
 Nail polishes on sale for $8.00
 Neuma products - buy a shampoo and conditioner and get 30% off a styling
product.
If you would like us to special order a professional product for you, give us a call.
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Bandit SportsDesk
Grade
9
Badminton
Results
Congratulations to the grade
nine badminton team which
competed in the LDAA
tournament in Wetaskiwin on
Saturday. Bringing home a
bronze medal in girls singles
was Malea Calvert, capturing a
bronze medal in mixed
doubles were Ethan Ochitwa
and Ressa Van Egmond and
fighting hard for a silver medal
in girls' doubles were Emily
Boutin and Brianna
Lacquement. A big thanks to
Mr. Kullman for coaching
these kids.
Cheer Team Wrap Up
Cheer has really made a
resurgence here at Beaumont
Composite High School. We
started the year with only one
returning athlete, but through
word of mouth, an amazing
coach and the decision to go
competitive, we were able to
assemble a great group of
student athletes. Krysta Ivers
and Kaitlin Lamb served as
our cheer coaches and put
their heart and soul into
putting together an amazing
routine for our team to
perform.
Their expertise
was invaluable.
W e c o m p et e d in 3
competitions this year The
Edmonton Sr. High Zones at
Victoria Composite and the
Ross Sheppard Cheer
C h a m p i o n s h i p .
Unfortunately we didn't
place, but we learned some
valuable lessons. As a result
we used the feedback and
adapted our routine for the
All Star Cheer Extravaganza
where we placed first in our
category!
We will be holding tryouts
at the end of May or
beginning of June, and
posters will be going up at
the high school with more
details. So if you like to
push yourself to see how far
you can go...why not try
cheer?
The season runs
from September to April, on
Mondays and Wednesdays.
to be a member of this
team.
He will begin
training with the team
soon and play in several
warm up tournaments to
prepare. Well done!
Bandit
Makes
U16
Alberta
Provincial
Basketball Team
Congratulations to Taha
Hussain, a grade 10 student
and member of the Bandits
Sr. Boys team.
Taha
recently was selected to
represent Alberta at the
Western Canada Summer
Games held in Wood
Buffalo/Ft. McMurray in
August. This is his first
tryout with Basketball
Alberta and is very excited
Bandits Basketball Season Wrap up
The second half of the season proved to be quite exciting, fun, and prosperous for the Senior Boys’ Basketball Team. The
Bandits went to the 16-team tournament in Forestburg on Jan. 30-31 and left as Champions! An exciting and close
championship game occurred against Wm. Hay HS (Stettler) with the Bandits emerging with a 6-point win. The Bandits
then returned to their league schedule winning four of their 5 games. ESBCHS finished in second place with only 1 loss.
The final tournament of the Bandits’ season occurred at in Lloydminster. At this tournament, the Bandits won their first
two games and faced a formidable team from Saskatoon who emerged victorious. League playoffs saw the Bandits win
their Quarter and Semi-Final games before playing Archbishop Oscar Romero HS in the league final. The Bandits finished
in 2nd Place for Division III of the Metro League for the 2014-2015 Season. The Bandits challenged for the right to
advance to Zone Playoffs, but were defeated by Edmonton Christian High School. The team finished with a record of 22
wins and 8 losses. One of our players was selected to the list of MVPs for the season; Marcus Hunter was selected as one
of ten male basketball players from among more than 34 teams, which is quite an achievement as Marcus is only in Grade
10. WELL DONE, MARCUS!! Marcus will receive more formal recognition at a special luncheon on June 2 sponsored by
Jostens, Inc., The Edmonton Journal and the Metro Athletic League. The future of the Boys’ Basketball team looks very
promising as 7 of the 10 team members will be returning next season and a strong contingent of young men are moving up
from the Grade 9 team. Unfortunately, we say goodbye to our three Gr. 12 players: Ray Bolatchiev, Karanjeet Sandhu,
and Phil Tarnowski (co-captain). We wish them the best for their athletic and academic futures.
submitted by Mr. Kruse
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Winspear Celebration of the Arts
Join Black Gold Regional Schools in a celebration of student art, film, photography, drama and
musical performances. On May 8 at the Winspear Centre, high school students from across Black
Gold will share their skills and talents. You are invited to celebrate with our students. Tickets can
be purchased from band and choir students at participating schools.
Helping you put
the pieces
together
Student Services
News & Information
April 2015
Inside this issue:
Diploma Prep Information
Summer School
Work Experience
Scholarships
Page Program
U of A Events
Rotary Youth Exchanges
Student Services Contact
Information
Diploma Prep Information
Diploma Prep courses offer a comprehensive review of materials often covered in class in
preparation for Diploma exams :
APEX Diploma Preparation:
780-940-0094
At Vanvliet Center (U of A campus)
www.apexdiplomaprep.com/
Diploma Tutorials:
780-448-0631
At Maier Centre (U of A campus)
Next Step Diploma Exam Prep: 780-467-7292
Sherwood Park (Salisbury Comp HS) www.eipscontinuinged.ca/pages/home
Brain Booster - Metro Continuing Education
For info & registration, see www.metrocontinuingeducation.ca
DIPLOMAX - www.primetimelearning.ca or by phone at: 780-448-0631.
École J.H. Picard is offering French Immersion Diploma Prep (780)433-4251
Exam Root – online, Diploma Practice Exams: examroot.ca or (587)773-3273
RTD Learning Edmonton—www.rockthediploma.com/edmonton/ or (780) 328-0955 or
Toll Free 1-888-665-8803—Grant MacEwan University City Centre.
Black Gold Summer School
Black Gold Regional School Division offers comprehensive summer school programming.
Whether you are a grade twelve student looking to upgrade a diploma course or a grade nine
student eager to get a jump on a senior high class... there is a program for you. Fees must be paid
at the time of registration. Registrations will only be accepted between 4:00 and 8:00 PM on the
following dates; May 20, 21, 22, 27, June 3,10,17, 24, 30, and the last day to register is July 2nd.
For more information go to http://www.blackgold.ca/schools/summer-school/
For a copy of the registration form please visit the link below.
Summer School Registration Form
2015 Summer Work Experience
Students interested in registering in Work Experience for the summer must sign up in the Student Services office and pick up their Work Experience package starting Monday, May 4, 2015.
Deadline to return Summer Work Experience paperwork is Friday, June 5, 2015. If you have
any questions about Work Experience please see Mr. Umpherville.
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Please note the scholarships listed below are applicable to grade 12 students.
Scholarship Name
Amount
Deadline Website
B. Davis Scholarship
$1000
May 25, 2015
Essay required - Topic listed on the website
www.studentawardsearch.com/
scholarships.htm
Hec Gervais Academic & Curling Scholarship
3 awards—$3000
May 31, 2015
www.hecgervaisscholarship.com/
Metis and Non-Status Indian Bursary Program
Up to $19, 200
May 31, 2015
http://humanservices.alberta.ca/
Anna & John Kolesar
Memorial Scholarship
$1500
July 1, 2015
Academic Excellence
Student entering the Faculty of Education
alis.alberta.ca
RAP Scholarship (Registered Apprenticeship Program) designed to recognize the accomplishments
of students in the RAP program and CTS apprenticeship pathway.
$1000 annually
June 30, 2015
Essay required.
http://tradesecrets.alberta.ca/financialassistance/scholarships/rap_ctsscholarships/
Change your Life Scholarship
Up to $23,400
August 3, 2015
Interested in a creative career—essay required.
www.wherecreativitygoestoschool.com
Alexander Rutherford High School Achievement Scholarship
Students can now apply online starting July 2015. No more application deadlines—student submit their online application as
soon as the have accepted by their preferred post– secondary institution. Previously accepted paper applications will be
processed; however, paper applications are no longer being accepted. Student Scholarships will be integrated into the
Aid Alberta (studentaid.alberta.ca/scholarships) website this spring, until the work is complete student scholarship
information will still be available on alis.albert.ca/scholarhsips.
What are the hours?
Pages are generally employed during the fall and spring sittings
of the Legislative Assembly. Session dates will vary. During
session Pages are asked to work at least two afternoon shifts
and one evening shift per week between Monday and
Thursday.
What does a Page do?
Pages work as part of a team to provide assistance
to Members, officers and staff of the Legislative
Assembly by:
• delivering messages
• distributing documents
• supporting ceremonies and special events
How much does it pay?
Page: $13.25/hour
Speaker’s Page: $14.30/hour
Head Page: $15.30/hour
How do I apply?
Please submit:
 a resumé with cover letter
 a copy of your latest report card
 letters of support from your school and parent/guardian to
Human Resource Services Legislative Assembly of Alberta
by
e-mail: [email protected]
or mail: 901 Legislature Annex, 9718 – 107 Street
Edmonton, AB T5K 1E4
Please note: only candidates who meet the requirements
and submit a complete application package will be eligible for
an interview.
Who can become a Page?
You can apply if you:
For additional information regarding the Page Program visit the
• will be at least 15 years of age by August 1, 2015
Jobs section at assembly.ab.ca or call 780.427.1364.
• are entering Grade 10, 11 or 12 as a full-time student
• maintain strong and consistent grades
The application deadline is 31st May 2015.
• are a strong communicator with good interpersonal skills
Prior work experience as well as involvement with sports,
music, community or volunteer groups is an asset. Before
applying, discuss the program with your parents and school
counsellor because the hours of work may affect your class
schedule and extracurricular activities.
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U of A Rural Discovery Day
Rural students are encouraged to attend Rural Discovery Day on May 8, 2015! This day-long event is designed to introduce students
from rural communities to University of Alberta program and residence options, as well as provide an opportunity to tour campus.
Students can check out the agenda for the day as well as register for this event on our website. (Ctrl. Click)
On Your Way to the U of A
Grade 12 students who have received an offer of admission and plan to attend the University of Alberta in Fall 2015 will be receiving a special invitation to attend an “On Your Way to the U of A” event in May! Students are invited to attend this exciting preorientation meet and greet for a chance to meet current U of Alberta students, talk to recent grads, ask about registration and deadlines, learn how to prepare for residence, and more! The event is planned for May 20, 2015. Students must register to attend the
event on our website
U of A Registration
May 1st, 2015 is the deadline to apply for direct entry programs for Fall 2015 admission. If you have not yet applied you are encouraged to apply on-line at ualberta.ca/apply.
U of A Chat
The U of A runs a chat where high school students can log on and ask any questions the have about the University. The upcoming
dates are May 5 and June 7. All sessions will be held from 7-9pm MST for more information:
https://ualberta.askadmissions.net/groupchat/LandingPage.aspx
Youth Exchange
Exchange What is a Rotary Youth Exchange?
Are you interested in learning a new language or meeting new people? Rotary Youth Exchange is the opportunity of a lifetime for
the more than 8,000 students who participate each year. By sharing your own culture and embracing a new one, you help foster global understanding—and learn a great deal about yourself and your home country in the process.
Is an exchange right for me?
Exchanges are for people ages 15–19 who:
Have demonstrated leadership in their school and community
Are flexible and willing to try new things
Are open to cultural differences
Can serve as an ambassador for their own country
How much does it cost?
Costs vary from country to country. Local Rotary clubs generously host students and provide room and board with a host family and
a small monthly stipend. Participants are generally responsible for: Round-trip airfare, Insurance, Travel documents (such as passports and visas), Spending money, additional travel, and tour fees
How can I apply?
Contact your local Rotary club to see if it participates and to learn more about the types of programs offered, and specific application
process required. The selection and orientation process can be lengthy, so we suggest you apply 6-12 months before you plan to
leave.
Contact a Rotary club near you.
Student Services Contact Information
Mrs. Kim Thomas
Student Services Department Head/
Counselor (H-Z)
780-929-1307
Mr. Brad Umpherville
Learning Support & Off-Campus
780-929-1319
Mr. Keith Kruse
Counselor (A-G)
780-929-1306
Mrs. Lise Layton
Youth Worker
780-929-1340
Extension 1432
General Inquiries or to
book an
appointment:
Mrs. Theresa Busenius
780-929-1340