STUDENT BULLETIN
Wednesday, May 20, 2015
Day 2
GENERAL
Interested in Robotics: The school district has approved the ACE-IT
Robotics course for Alpha for next year. If you are interested ask Mr.
Evanisky or Ms. Perizzolo for an application form A.S.A.P.
Ms. Hodgson
BELL SCHEDULE
Warning Bell: 8:35 am
8:40 – 9:59 am
1
9:59 – 10:12 am
(Warning Bell 10:07 am)
Nutrition Break
10:12 – 11:31
2
11:31 – 12:21 pm
(Warning Bell 12:16 pm)
Lunch
12:21 – 1:40 pm
3
1:47 – 3:06 pm
4
Grad Ice Cream Sale: Proceeds from the ice cream sales Friday, May
15 went to the Nepal fund. In total the Dry Grad Committee donated
$100 towards Nepal reconstruction. Good job students for your help.
Dry Grad Committee
Alpha`s Theatre Company Presents - ``Almost Maine`` by John
Cariani. Tickets available at lunch in one of the foyers from May 11 –
June 5 and on Alpha`s website through School Payment system. Dates –
May 26, 27, June 3 & 5. Prices range from $7 - $9.
Looking for work???
Tim Hortons is looking to hire new people at:
http://www.timhortons.com/ca/en/team/restaurantopportunities.php?utm_campaign=recruitment&utm_source=enewsletter_en&utm_medium=email
OR...email Ms. Rizzo and I will send you this link.
Ms. Rizzo
GRADS
GRAD SCHOOL LEAVING CEREMONY – TODAY MAY 20
Time: 7:00 pm – Bill Copeland Arena, Burnaby
Attention Grade 12’s: If you have been selected for any scholarships, bursaries or entrance awards, please let
Ms. McChesney know. Drop by her Rm. 103 or send her an email. Even if you are not going to accept the award,
the school would like to keep a record of your achievements.
Ms. McChesney
Alpha Scholarship Blog Information: Check out Alpha’’s scholarship blog for information on scholarships,
bursaries, how to request reference letters, and other helpful hints! www.alphascholarships.wordpress.com
CAREER PREP
Attention Grade 11 & 12s!! Do you need more hours to complete your work experience? There are many
volunteer placements that are available right now to choose from and can get started in completing your
mandatory hours. Here are some details.
Vancouver Chinatown Festival! On August 8th and 9th Vancouver Chinatown BIA are looking for volunteers to help
work a variety of positions for this event. Come to the Career Centre to sign up.
FUN FAIR at ECOLE WESTRIDGE ELEMENTARY!! Help out our local elementary school run their FUN FAIR on
June 19th and complete your hours too. See Career Center to sign up.
Elections Canada is seeking application from secondary students to work on voting day. Be part of the electoral
system and get paid. Bring your resume and apply at the career center
FreshSlice Pizza is seeking students interested in gaining work experience at its corporate office. This
opportunity can lead to a great flexible job opportunity at the end of your work experience. See Ms. Perizzolo
for details.
University Highlands Elementary School GREEN CARNIVAL!! We need volunteers for the school's carnival set
for Saturday May 30, 2015. This will count for your work experience/volunteer hour related forms (5 hours) and
Highlands Elementary is offering each volunteer food and refreshment package of vouchers they may redeem at
the carnival. Sign up in the Career Centre.
Ms. Perizzolo
Parkcrest Elementary Carnival! Sign up to help our local elementary school Parkcrest run their Carnival. This is
the perfect opportunity to finish up your hours for work experience. See the Career Centre to sign up.
Honda Celebration of Light!! This is the 25th Anniversary of the firework festival on July 25, 29 th and August
1st. If you want to watch the fireworks while volunteering, they are looking for volunteers to help out in all
aspects. See the Career Centre to sign up and fill out an application form.
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Burnaby International Student Summer Program looking for Mentors: Want a fun and rewarding way to earn
work experience hours while meeting students from around the world? Be a mentor in Burnaby’s Summer ESL
Program for international students this summer. See Ms. Perizzolo for more details.
Need Volunteer Hours? Become a Swim Lesson Volunteer with SFU Recreation! Students will get hands on
experience in the Aquatics field for the summer which can lead to future employment. See Ms. Perizzolo for
details.
ECOLE SPERLING SCHOOL FUN FAIR!! Sperling Fun Fair will be held May 29 th and they are looking for
volunteers to help run the fair which is raising funds for the school’s technology program. Come to the Career
Centre to sign up.
Gilmore School’s BI-ANNUAL SCHOOL CARNIVAL!! Come out and help Gilmore school during an evening of fun,
games and entertainment. Come to the Career Center and talk to Ms. Perizzolo for details.
ART! VANCOUVER: Join us for four exciting days of artwork from local, national, and international art galleries
and artists. May 21-24 2015. See Ms. Perizzolo for details.
SUN FEST SUMMER DAY CAMP NEEDS VOLUNTEERS! Heights Neighbourhood Association is looking for
enthusiastic, energetic and fun people to join their team this summer. See Ms. Perizzolo for details.
Artspace Children’s Arts Center: Are you a mature and reliable youth looking for a fun volunteer opportunity to
gain valuable work experience? If you are a student you is interested in working with kids and teach about visual
and performing arts come to the Career Center.
BCIT Broadcast Work Experience Opportunity (Grade 11 and 12)! Any grade 11 or 12 students interested in
acquiring work experience in the field of broadcast, please come to the Career Centre ASAP, spots fill quickly so
drop in over the next day or so!
Dancin’Stars School of the Performing Arts is looking for a work experience student who is interested in
Dance, costumes, helping out with events, and some clerical duties. Come see Ms. Perizzolo if you are interested.
SPORTS
Interested in Rowing? Rowing Canada talent identification team will be here today, May 20 in the small gym.
For anyone who would like to be evaluated, it will involve two physical tests and takes 10 minutes. This will be
happening in the small gym at lunch time and after school.
Mr. Ballard
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Alpha’s Athletic Banquet will be on Wednesday May 27 at 5:00pm in the Small Gym.
**Attention all Students who played on an athletic school team this year** The event will include Award
Presentations, Entertainment, Food and Door Prizes.
Those that have paid their Athletic Fee will be given a Free admission ticket by their respective
Coaches/Sponsors and/or Sport Council members.
Those students who did not play on an athletic team this year but would like to attend may do so only if you're an
Alpha student and provided that you purchase an admission ticket ($7.00).
Tickets will be sold Wednesday's and Thursday's in the lower foyer. Only a Limited amount of Tickets will be
available at the door.
Thank you, Sports Council
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