#5 January 22, 2018

Principal: Mr. Rudy Terpstra Vice Principals: Mrs. Lesley LaCouvee, Ms. Jane Reynolds

Website: http://www.sd69.bc.ca/school/BSS

DATES TO REMEMBER

JANUARY 25-26 Provincial and Internal Exams and I-School (Schedule attached)

29 Semester II Starts

29-Feb 9 GRAD Photos at Lifetouch

FEBRUARY

5-9 PSI Selections

8 GRAD Parent Meeting 7:00 pm Auditorium

12 BC Family, Schools Closed

13 PAC Meeting 7:00 pm

14 Report Cards go home

16 Fine Arts Showcase 6:00 pm

26 Grade 9 Immunizations

27 GRAD Transitions Day

Ballenas Whalers Football Conditioning Classes are Start-ing January 29th.

The free workouts for anyone who plans to play football this year will run Monday, Wednesday and Fridays after school from 3:20-4:30

See Mr. Conn in room 909 for more details or if you have any questions.

“Legally Blonde” Feb 14,15,16+21,22,23

Tix $10

Opening night Valentines Special 2 for 1 students

Come out and see the show!

2018 Qualicum Beach Seedy Saturday, February 3, 2018  Every year the Qualicum Beach Seedy Saturday Committee contributes part of the profits for the day to the various schools throughout the district to assist with their school gardens. It is the Socie-ty's sincere hope that by doing so they are helping to encourage and nurture an interest in garden-ing among the students

h p://www.qbseedysaturday.ca/ 

Exam Schedule - Grade 10-12 – January, 2018 With the exception of the English 12 and Communications 12 provincial exams, students will write exams in their regular classroom. Students with “I’s” must attend classes until they have completed the course learning outcomes. Provincial Exam conflicts will be written during the student’s English 12 block (please let your teachers know).

Thursday, January 25th, 2018 – A block and English 12 Exams

COURSE COURSE TEACHER

BLOCK EXAM TIME

EXAM LOCATION

SUPERVISION

English 12 Provincial Exam e-exam last name A-G

ALL ALL 8:30 – 11:30 901 Campbell/Kerr

English 12 Provincial Exam e-exam last name H-L

ALL ALL 8:30 – 11:30 912 McLatchie/Langenmair

English 12 Provincial Exam e-exam last name M-R

ALL ALL 8:30 – 11:30 202 Seidel/Rahn

English 12 Provincial Exam e-exam last name S-Z

ALL ALL 8:30 – 11:30 Library Kenny/Lewis

English 12 Provincial Exam paper

ALL ALL 8:30 – 11:30 911 Kellas/Oak

Chemistry 11 DeBuysscher A 8:40 – 11:25 604 DeBuysscher Foundations Pre-Calc. 10 Tomiyama A 8:40 – 11:25 301 Tomiyama

Biology 11 Williams A 8:40 – 11:25 603 Williams Pre-Calculus 12 McNabb A 8:40 – 11:25 303 McNabb A&W Math 10 Colburn A 8:40 – 11:25 601 Colburn

LUNCH

B – Block Exams

Chemistry 11 DeBuysscher B 12:22-3:05 604 DeBuysscher Physics 12 Savage B 12:22-3:05 602 Savage Physics 11 Spray B 12:22-3:05 605 Spray

Foundations Math 11 Tomiyama B 12:22-3:05 301 Tomiyama Biology 11 Evans B 12:22-3:05 906 Evans Pre-Calculus 12 McNabb B 12:22-3:05 303 McNabb Law 12 Richman B 12:22-3:05 913 Richman Social Studies 11 Hill B 12:22-3:05 905 Hill

Friday, January 26th, 2018 – C block and Communications 12 Exams

COURSE COURSE TEACHER

BLOCK EXAM TIME

EXAM LOCATION

SUPERVISION

Communications 12 Provincial

ALL ALL 8:30 – 11:30 202 Clason/Seidel

Biology 12 DeBuysscher C 8:40-11:25 604 DeBuysscher Physics 11 Savage C 8:40-11:25 602 Savage Chemistry 12 Spray C 8:40-11:25 605 Spray Pre-Calculus 11 Tomiyama C 8:40-11:25 301 Tomiyama Pre-Calculus 11 McNabb C 8:40-11:25 303 McNabb Science 10 Williams C 8:40-11:25 603 Williams Foundations Pre-Calc. 10 Colburn C 8:40-11:25 913 Colburn

LUNCH

D – Block Exams

Chemistry 11 DeBuysscher D 11:22-3:05 604 DeBuysscher Physics 12 Savage D 11:22-3:05 602 Savage Chemistry 12 Spray D 11:22-3:05 605 Spray Foundations Pre-Calc. 10 Tomiyama D 11:22-3:05 301 Tomiyama Pre-Calculus 11 La Fleur D 11:22-3:05 302 La Fleur Science 10 Williams D 11:22-3:05 603 Williams Pre-Calculus 12 MaNabb D 11:22-3:05 303 MaNabb

about what’s happening @ your Post-Secondaries next month:

Grade 11s & 12s make sure you are signed up for

Taking place Thurs., February 15th - permission forms in the Career Centre

Grade 10s make sure you are signed up for

Taking place, Tues., February 27th

Lunch & a Starbucks gift certificate will be provided

There is a free lunch - you need to be there

You know where permission slips are

Grad 2018 Update:

Do you have a child graduating this year? If so, have you heard about how you can get involved in their prom and dry grad celebration?? We have a parents’ Facebook group:

You can also find information on the Ballenas Secondary School website by clicking on Students and then selecting the Graduation tab:

Then clicking on Prom:

There you will find the minutes of the general meetings and contact info if you have any questions.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!!!

We still do not have a chair for the Security Committee for prom and dry grad.

Looking for more volunteers for all of our committees including: Food, Decorating, Entertainment, Prizes and Gifts, Security, Parade, Fundraising and Parade. Please contact Melanie Tait (melanietait@shaw.ca) or Barb Davies (jbd@shaw.ca) if you are interested in signing up.

Here is a list of upcoming fundraising events. Please contact Rhonda McLellan (rdm25@hotmail.com or through the Facebook group) if you are able to help with any of these events:

o February 17: Pulled Pork and Beer & Meat Draw @ French Creek Pub 5:30 pm to 8 pm Need 6 parents

o February 23: Meat Draw @ French Creek Pub 5:30 pm – 8 pm Need 4-6 parents

o March 10: Beer and Burger including meat draw @ Rod & Gun 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm Need 4–6 parents

o April 7: Beer and Burger including meat draw @ Rod & Gun 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm Need 4-6 parents

o April 11: Grad Fashion Show We need volunteers to make this a success. Please contact Liz Munro at

esmunro@shaw.ca if you are able to help o We are planning on having another bottle drive in the spring. Date to be announced.

In order to be successful, we need volunteers For the last bottle drive, we had 20 out of 220 students attend

Mandatory Grad Parent and Student MEETING: February 8 at 7 pm @ BSS in the auditorium!!

Date: Wednesday, February 7, 2018 Time: 7:00 pm Location: Qualicum Commons 744 Primrose Street, Qualicum Beach

For parents of School-aged children.

With society heading in a direction of being constantly connected to technology, what do we

need to know as parents to protect our kids and teach them responsible and appropriate use

of technology? The parameters of rules and expectations that you put in place at home will

undoubtedly guide their behaviour in the years to come. Please join us for an informative

presentation which will cover the following topics and more!

• Social Media Update – The most current apps & trends in their social media lives

• Pick Your Battles! – You will have to balance the yin with the yang, promote

independence whilst taking a strong stance on certain subjects

• Current Research – Brain development & technology, violent video games

• Digital Footprint and Reputation – With their future approaching, recruiters and

employers are taking note – What will they find? What will they leave behind?

• Tips & Tricks to Use at Home

PARENTS: Do not miss this free event!

SAFER SCHOOLS TOGETHER is an organization focused on promoting a climate and culture of safety in schools through comprehensive education.

The STAR Program

Supporting Tenancy through Action and Resources

Registration: Pre-registration is required and participants are expected to attend all classes. Call SOS at 250-248-2093 ext. 241. *Must be 16 years or older.

SOS Community Services Centre245 West Hirst Ave Parksville250-248-2093 ext 241 assistance@sosd69.com www.sosd69.com

Your key to successful tenancy

What: This free workshop gives you an edge in the competitive renters market. Classes are interactive and fun, and require active participation. Upon successful completion, a certificate is issued. Topics include:• Living with others • Budgeting • Rights/responsibilities

FREE

Details: Light refreshments and healthy snacks will be provided, and there are prizes to be won!

March 5-9, 2018

The Star Program was created by the Nanaimo Women’s Centre

Where and When: SOS Community Services Centre, 245 West Hirst Ave., Parksville. 1 pm - 4 pm, March 5-9.

January 9, 2018 This winter RDN Recreation and Parks has drop-in gym, swim and skates in addition to registered programs and events to offer. Check it out at rdn.bc.ca/recreation Drop-in Gym Plus January 8 to March 15, 2018 Pick up an Active Pass and come to the after school drop in activities: Craig Street Commons- Drop in Gym and Lego Time Mondays from 3:00 to 5:00 pm Qualicum Commons- Drop in Basketball and Lego Wednesdays from 3:00 to 4:45 pm Craig Street Commons- Drop in Gym and Craft Room Thursdays from 3:00 to 5:00 pm Saturday Breakfast Club Enjoy a parent and tot exploration and a Mother Goose circle time at Munchkinland, Family Place in Parksville. Join us for songs, stories and breakfast. Saturdays, January 13th-March 10th. 9:30 to 11:30 am. This is a free program suitable for families with children 6 years and younger. Claytime Creations 5-11 years Join local pottery artist Anne Marie Veal to learn clay skills. Each month has a theme. Classes are on Tuesdays at Qualicum Commons from 3:00-5:00 pm. Flexible start time. Full details online. Painting Classes for kids, teens and families Jenny Hughes will guide you through how to paint a fantastic yet surprisingly simple acrylic painting. No experience necessary. All supplies are provided. View dates and painting projects online. Cost is $30 per painting workshop and $35 per paint a tote workshop. Pro D Camp Parents this is your Pro D day solution. Our experienced play leaders will provide a great day off school that is filled with creative art, and active games. Friday, February 23rd from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm at Qualicum Commons, RDN Activity Room 12. Cost is $38. FREE Skate lessons for Youth 13-18 years Learn to ice skate so you can join your friends at Oceanside Place. Lessons are Mondays, 4:00-5:00pm, Jan 15 – Feb 5 or Feb 19 - Mar 12. Free skate rentals included. Registration required as space is limited. Full details online. First Aid Training 13yrs+ Be prepared and get trained in first aid skills. Training includes home hazards, accident prevention, safety education, CPR, First aid skills for common emergencies and automated external defibrillators (AED). Retraining is recommended every three years. Feb. 24, 9:00am-5:00pm, Qualicum Commons, $86.

Leaders in Training 13-17 years Learn to lead through play, make friends, develop your leadership skills and mentor under some amazing leaders. Jan 26 & 27, Craig Str Commons. $65 Events Disco Light Skate for all ages Catch dance fever under the disco lights at Oceanside Place Arena. The flashing lights and pumping music will take you back in time on Saturday January 20th from 7:30 to 9:00 pm. Regular admission. Super Hero Skate Super heroes unite. Make a cape, wear your costume and apply your superpowers to games and crafts. Saturday January 27th, from 2:00 to 3:30 pm at Oceanside Place Arena. Regular admission. Dad’s Night Out: Free Skate Dads, bring the kids to Oceanside Place Arena and enjoy a free skate together on the pond Tuesday, February 6h from 6:30 to 7:30 pm. This free skate is sponsored by our partners at Building Learning Together. Dr. Suess on the Loose Family Swim One fish, two fish, red fish, blue fish come and enjoy a swim with thing one and thing two at Ravensong Aquatic Centre. There will be games to play to give you fun on this wet wet day. Saturday, February 10th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Regular admission. BC Provincial Family Day Swim and Skate events Both Ravensong Aquatic Centre and Oceanside Place Arena are open to celebrate BC Provincial Family Day on Monday February 12th. Free admission to both of these events is courtesy of CUPE 401, Canadian Union of Public Employees. Free Family Swim from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm Free Family Skate from 1:00 to 5:00 pm Winter Carnival Skate Brighten the winter days with a fun carnival on ice at Oceanside Place Arena. Participate in carnival games and win tickets to bid on prizes at the end of the skate session. Saturday, February 17th from 2:00 to 3:30 pm. Regular admission Pro D Day Skate School is out but skating is in. Everyone Welcome Skate at Oceanside Place Arena on Friday, February 23 from 1:30-3:00pm. Regular admission. Pro D Day Freezie Swim Stay active on your day off from school with a swim at Ravensong Aquatic Centre on Friday, February 23 from 1:00-2:00pm. After your swim everyone will be given a freezie treat to enjoy. Regular admission.