NO VE MBER 20 15

FHS T IMES

Fairview High School is a learning community that experiences success by

challenging the potential of all who come through our doors.

Principal Message

Here we are moving through the month of November and preparing for the approach of

the Christmas season. For many communities and families this is an important time for

many reasons; one of which is the increased emphasis placed on family and spending

time together. I will reference that more in next month’s message.

During the month of November we also observe some important events. Foremost was

Remembrance Day on November 11th. During that time of the year we pay special

attention to the efforts and sacrifices of Canadians who served in World War I, World

War II, the Korean Conflict, Afghanistan, and during many peacekeeping activities and

United Nations actions around the globe. Many Canadians have served with dignity and

honour and many have paid the supreme sacrifice. What is important for all of us, and our young in particular, is that we

remember that the freedoms and rights that we often take for granted are ours because we have had the courage and

conviction to stand up and defend them when called upon. Each year we should take time to remember that and above

all appreciate the fact those rights and freedoms were earned. A prime example of those rights was very evident one

week prior to Remembrance Day when the new federal government was sworn in. We changed government because the

people of Canada decided to do so thrrough the ballot box and in four years we can decide to do it again. It was done in

a peaceful orderly manner. There are many countries in the world where that cannot be done. Let’s not forget that.

A second event that will be recognised during November in the PRSD will be Parents Matter Appreciation Week from

November 23 – 27, 2015. The Purpose of PARENTS MATTER is to celebrate parents and share what students said they

appreciate about how their parents are involved in their educational life. Focusing on the important role of parents in

education is a great idea because parents do play an important role in the educational achievement of students. We know

parents play a very important role as volunteers, coaches, supporters and resources for schools and we want to recognise

that role. In addition I want to take this opportunity to highlight the powerful role that parents can play, and a lot do, in

the achievement of students. In an analysis of recent PISA data (PISA is the Program for International Student

Assessment and tests 15 – year old students in 70 countries worldwide, including Canada) it was concluded that reading

performance is basic to achievement and that “many child-parent activities that are associated with better reading

performance among students involve relatively little time and no specialized knowledge. What these activities do

demand, though, is genuine interest and active engagement.” When parents remain connected with their children’s

education there is an obvious positive impact. I’ve always believed that and I continue to believe that. This month when

there is an opportunity for you to engage with FHS I encourage you to do that but also encourage you to engage with us

and your child’s education throughout the year. Until next time, all the best!!

David Hamlyn Principal—

Fairview High School

By: Hannah Schaefer I see the light at the end of the hall But I’m not ready to face them at all Standing here all alone I look upon the many frames Frozen faces without names I exhale a soft groan Recognizing a face that is familiar Showing a past, portraying a killer A man who is very well known to me He was part of my family But not lost from memory Alone when he was drafted This picture shows him posing by a tank Smiling, oblivious to the higher rank Robotic like one of the many drones

Funeral of the Unknown

Moving on, I come to another scene This one not so clean Soldiers hiding behind great stones Blood splattering the ground On which many are never found Piles of bones all alone Still there till this day I moved on not able to stay Is there a family feeling the loss of the soldiers, or are they unknown? How hard they fought, and how dedicated they were Makes my heart sink and my eyes blur My soldier had a family that will feel his loss Stepping out into the light Not a person wearing white Mourning the disappearance of my father, the soldier Looking down to see my own black attire I can’t help but admire him

REMEMBRANCE

DAY CEREMONIES

On Tuesday November

10th, FHS had our

Remembrance Day

ceremonies. Students and

members of our Fairview Royal Canadian Legion

Branch #84, were there to give their presentations.

Thank you to Constable Butler from the RCMP,

Mrs. Marie Coristine Legion Secretary and

Mr. Kerry Froese Legion Treasurer.

“Unless you try to do

something beyond what

you have mastered, you

will never grow.”

….C. R. Lawton

DATES TO REMEMBER

Nov 11- Remembrance Day

Nov 13- Report Cards #1

Nov 15-21 National Addictions & Bullying Prevention Week

Nov 20 National Child’s Day

Nov 23- ATA PD day no school

Nov 23- Parent Council 7:30pm

Nov 26- Parent teacher Interviews 5-8pm

Dec 1&2- Grad Photos

Dec 19- Christmas Holiday Break begins

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

A A A A A

8:55 - 10:07 8:55 - 10:07 8:55 - 10:07 8:55 - 10:07 8:55 - 10:07

10:07-10:12 Break 10:07-10:12 Break 10:07-10:12 Break 10:07-10:12 Break 10:07-10:12 Break

PULSE B PULSE B TEAM

10:12 - 10:59 10:12 - 11:24 10:12 - 10:59 10:12 - 11:24 10:12 - 10:59

10:59-11:04 Break

LUNCH

10:59-11:04 Break

LUNCH

10:59-11:04 Break

B B B

11:04 - 12:16 11:24 - 12:09 11:04 - 12:16 11:24 - 12:09 11:04 - 12:16

LUNCH C LUNCH C LUNCH

12:16 - 1:01

12:09 - 1:21

12:16 - 1:01

12:09 - 1:21

12:16 - 1:01 1:21-1:26 Break 1:21-1:26 Break

C PULSE C PULSE C

1:01 - 2:13 1:26 - 2:13 1:01 - 2:13 1:26 - 2:13 1:01 - 2:13

2:13-2:18 break 2:13-2:18 break 2:13-2:18 break 2:13-2:18 break 2:13-2:18 break

D D D D D

2:18 - 3:30 2:18 - 3:30 2:18 - 3:30 2:18 - 3:30 2:18 - 3:30

TEAM = Together for Educational Advocacy and Mentorship

PULSE = People Utilizing Learning Supports Everywhere

Fairview High School Bell Times

“FHS will be celebrating Parents Matter week in a few ways.

Students will be using their TEAM time to create personalized cards

to send home to parents. They will also be tapping into their creative

side to help create a series of images and videos that answer the

question “Why do parents matter to me?” At parent teacher

interviews on Thursday November 26th

, parents will be served a

variety of goodies made by members of some of our school

groups. They will also be able to view the parents matter digital

mosaic created by students. We look forward to seeing parents on

November 26th

.”

GRAD 2016 INFORMATION:

Grad Photos will be on December 1 and 2 in the Fairview High School Cafeteria. Lifetouch photography is booked to provide these photos. We ask that all Grads have a formal photo with

the cap and gown for the yearbook. If you decide to purchase photos for your family additional photographs will be taken: formal shots and

casual shots. Once available, you may select from the photo proofs. Sitting fee $20.00 . Grad Photo sign –up sheets are posted in the Fairview High Office.

Attached to the November 16th Grade 12 student Report Card are: 2015-2016 Graduation Information Sheet, Peace River School Division Graduation Policy 5.51

If you have any questions about GRAD 2016, please contact Ms. Hauer- Grad Advisor, 1-780-835-5421

Physics 30 Gets Electrifying

Mrs. Laue’s class is having fun in Physics 30!!

Superintendent message for November

Academic Results

Each year Alberta Education reports on numerous performance measures for

Alberta school divisions in a report known as the Accountability Pillar

Report. Our updated results show that 69.6% of students (combined in

grades 6 and 9) achieved the Acceptable Standard on the Provincial Achievement Tests, and, 10.3% achieved

the Standard of Excellence.

Updated results on the Provincial Diploma Exam courses show that 82.6% of students achieved the

Acceptable Standard, and 9.1% of students achieved a Standard of Excellence.

Provincial Achievement Tests and Diploma Exams are only one measure of student

achievement and results are best examined at the school level where the local context can be considered.

Each school will be sharing school results within their local community.

I wish to congratulate students, staff and parents on working so well together on improving student

achievement. Achievement Test and Diploma Exam results will be further analyzed to help inform

instructional decisions that will lead to increased student achievement.

I invite you to view a detailed summary of the division’s overall results on our website at www.prsd.ab.ca

Paul Bennett

Superintendent of Schools

Peace River School Division No. 10

On November 5,

students attended the

Mighty Peace

Healthy Active

Schools Symposium.

They participated in

breakout sessions on

healthy eating, physical activity

and positive mental health and

developed an action plan to

bring back to FHS to promote a

healthier school community.

They can't wait to get started!

Counsellors' Corner Reminder to all work experience students to please hand in your completed October time

sheets to Mrs. Wiebe as soon as possible.

Any grade 11 or 12 students interested in pursuing a career in Physiotherapy, Chiropractic, Sports Strength and

Conditioning Training Coach, Kinesiology, Teaching, Massage Therapy, you may interested in attending GPRC for a day to try out those

programs and see what they are all about. If so, register with Mrs. Wiebe before November 9 to attend PEAK on November 19.

You will also receive a free lunch!

Award Ceremonies October 8, 2015

When it comes to Your Child’s Mental Health—Parents Matter!

Mental health affects the way people think, feel, and act. One out of every five children and youth in Canada (20%) has

a diagnosable mental health disorder such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, anxiety, depression, substance

abuse, and eating disorders.

As a parent, you play an important role in your child’s mental health.

How can parents nurture their child’s mental health?

The Canadian Paediatric Society recommends the following:

Help your child build strong, caring relationships with family and friends. Spend some time together each night

around the dinner table.

Help your child develop self-esteem so that they feel good about themselves. Show lots of love and acceptance;

praise them when they do well; recognize their efforts; ask questions about their activities and interests; help

them set realistic goals

Listen and respect their feelings. Encourage your child to talk about how they feel. Keep communication open by

asking questions and listening. Help your child find someone to talk to if they don’t feel comfortable talking to

you.

Create a positive, safe home environment. Be aware of your child’s media use. Be careful about discussing

serious family issues. Be a role model by taking care of your own mental health.

Let your child know that it’s okay to seek help from a counsellor, health care professional, or trusted adult, if

needed. Parents are encouraged to be aware of the services available at school and in the community and how to

access these services.

If you are concerned that your child may be dealing with mental health issues, getting help early is important. Your

doctor is an important resource who can connect your child with mental health services. You are also welcome to

contact the Youth Education Support Worker for more information on resources at FHS and in the community.

Dayna Hobbs, B.Ed, BSW Youth Education Support Worker,

Fairview High School hobbsd@prsd.ab.ca

Spotlight on Health and Safety Kristy Shilka, PRSD Health & Safety Coordinator

When wintry weather wafts will you be prepared?

Winter brings some special challenges and one primary concern is heavy snowfall and the ability of extreme cold to

knock out heat, power and communication services - possibly for days at a time. Emergency provisions should include

enough food, water and supplies to last 72 hours. Remember, to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning, never use

portable fuel-fired appliances indoors.

Winter transportation can mean coping with ice and snow that can make navigating roads hazardous. Before traveling,

make sure your vehicle is winter ready, contains emergency supplies and ensure the gas tank is at least half full at all

times. Clear all snow from the vehicle and keep the windows defrosted. Make allowances for increased travel times

and communicate your route to others.

Before venturing outdoors check the weather and dress appropriately for the temperature and activity. Keep walkways

and driveways clear for winter visitors and Emergency Services. Recognize and treat any early signs of hypothermia or

frostbite.

Winter sports bring hours of enjoyment however continuously stay alert for dangers. Keep activities suited to

children’s age and abilities and always use maintained and properly fitting equipment, including the appropriate

helmet. Stay safe and warm, be prepared.

IA Shop News

Students in Industrial Arts are keeping very busy creating neat projects.

The Senior high built spiders, ants, crazy hands and more with using just

bolts nuts and iron scrapes welded together.

The Grade 7 class were busy in carpentry class building book ends for all

their books and homework!

FHS VOLLEYBALL 2015-2016

A huge congratulations to the

Cobra Men's Volleyball team for

bringing home the silver medal at

The Sean Henry Tournament in

Fairview.

The Jr. B Girls blue team would like

to thank Amanda & Blair Burt for

sponsoring

hoodies for the

team and

Lora and Jason

Casselman for

sponsoring

water bottles.

Go Cobras!!!

Mr. Manery and Mrs. Wiebe would like to

send a note of thanks and appreciation to the

parents and players of the Jr. “A” Boys

Volleyball Team. It was great to work with

an enthusiastic and good spirited group of

boys. It was nice to see the team develop

their skills further and have fun doing

it. The parents were also very supportive

with the time given to drive, work food booth

shifts, and of course cheer us on in the

stands! Thanks to all for a successful

season!

Fairview Campus October, 2015

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 2

3 Lifetouch

photo retakes

4 5 6 Jr high

volleyball zones

at FHS

7 Jr high

volleyball zones

at FHS

8 9

Muffin Monday

10

Remembrance

Day Ceremonies

11

Remembrance

Day

12 13

Report Cards #1

14 Peace

Classic VBall

Tournament

15 16 17 18 19 20 National

Child’s Day

21 Sr VBall Zones

Ladies in Grimshaw,

Men in LaCrete

22 23 PD/Staff Mtg

Parent Council

7:30

24 25 26 Parent teacher

Interviews5-8pm

27 28

29 30

NOVEMBER

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1

Grad

photos

2

Grad

photos

3 4 Gprc Sr high bball

Tourney in GP

TA Norris Jr Bball

Tourney in PR

5 Gprc Sr high bball

Tourney in GP

TA Norris Jr Bball

Tourney in PR

6 7 8 9 10 11 Nomad

Classic Bball

Tourney Sr High

PR

12 Nomad

Classic Bball

Tourney Sr High

PR

13 14 15 16 17 18

Last day before

Christmas Break

19

20 21 22 23 24

Christmas Eve

25

Christmas Day

26

27 28 29 30 31

New Years Eve

DECEMBER

National Addictions and Bullying Prevention Week

PARENTS MATTER WEEK