QUEEN ELIZABETH SECONDARY SCHOOL — April, 2013 — 1

Royal Report

Our Mission Statement At Queen Elizabeth our mission is to be a safe and respectful learning community where all students

will prepare intellectually, socially, and emotionally for their journey in a changing world.

QE ROYALS — Home of the “Royal” Bengal Tigers!

Counsellors — Ms. R. Kandola (A-Gh); Ms. M. Tempest (Gi-N); Mr. W. Reid (O-Z)

Website — https://www.surreyschools.ca/queenelizabeth

Principal: Mr. M. Jellema / Vice Principals: Ms. A. Hogan (acting) (A-Gh); Mr. M. Khaira (Gi-N); Mr. D. Bedard (O-Z)

Important Dates

APRIL Date

Early Dismissal (1:44 pm) 25

Parent/Teacher Interviews (5:30 to 7:30) 25

MAY

Pro-D Day (No Classes) 03

3rd Life Skills/Fine Arts Rotation 10

Mother’s Day 12

PAC Meeting (7:00 pm) 13

Victoria Day (School Closed) 20

Pro-D Day (No Classes) 27

Gr. 12 Commencement Rehearsal 27

Gr. 12 Gown Pick-Up 27

Gr. 12 Commencement Ceremony 27

QE Newsletter Distributed 31

JUNE

Athletic Banquet (6:00 pm) 04

Awards Night (7:00 pm) 05

Last Day for Returning Library Books 07

QE Newsletter Distributed 14

Father’s Days 16

Double Block Day (1-1-2-2) 18

Double Block Day (3-3-4-4) 19

LAST DAY OF CLASSES (All Grades) 19

Provincial Exams 20 to 27

Report Card Pick-Up (10:00 Homeroom) 27

April, 2013

Issue #7

Queen Elizabeth Secondary School 9457 King George Boulevard, Surrey, BC, V3V 5W4

Tel: (604) 588-1258 / Fax: (604) 584-5294 / www.surreyschools.ca/queenelizabeth

PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE

As we come to the end of April, the finish to this school year is within sight with only seven weeks of regular classes left. It will not only be a busy time but also exciting for our graduating Class of 2013. Our Graduation Committees are working hard in preparation for the Commencement Ceremonies May 27 and the June 28 Dinner Dance/Dry Grad. As part of the requirements for Graduation, our grade 12’s participated in Grad Transitions Interviews sharing their plans for life after high school with community members April 23rd and 24th. Thank you to Ms. Beck and the Careers Department for their efforts in organizing this activity for our Grade 12’s. Please note these are mandatory interviews and failure to complete them will mean loss of eligibility to graduate in June. For further information regarding student completion, please contact the Grad Transitions Coordinator, Ms. Beck. Many of our graduates are busy applying for and receiving scholarships and I am sure there will be many graduates being recognized over the next few months. Any students seeking additional information about options or information on particular post-secondary programs should contact our Counselling and/or Careers Department.

The first formal report cards for second semester were distributed to students in Homeroom April 18 and if parents have any questions or concerns about this report or marks, please do not hesitate to contact your child’s teachers. Parent Teacher Interviews are scheduled for Thursday, April 25 from 5:30 to 7:30 in the large gymnasium.

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Thursday, April 25th, 2013 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Located in the Large Gym No Appointment Required

“Drop In” (Early Dismissal Day 1:44 p.m.)

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Principal’s Message Cont……..

Now is the time for students to continue to focus on their schoolwork, continue to strive to do their best, and finish the year with the highest results possible. It is not too late to improve your grades. We suggest that parents take time to carefully review the results of this report with your child and make plans to focus on those areas requiring greater emphasis and improvement as we finish up the semester. As well, Grade 10 students that are experiencing any challenges with Science, English or Math should take advantage of the Exam Preparation Tutorials that will begin in late May.

A course verification printout of the courses students have selected for the next school year was attached to the report card. Any course change requests should be completed by now as work is well underway to build next year’s timetable. The ability for stu-dents to change their selections once the timetable is built is limited. Students in senior grades should ensure they are aware of any post secondary requirements that necessitate completion of particular courses for their programs of choice. Summer school applications are now being accepted at https://www.surreyschools.ca/departments/CEDU/Pages/default.aspx and courses are filling up quickly.

After the Spring Break there have been the following staffing changes. Ms. Janka Kamps accepted a transfer to Fraser Heights Secondary School. We would like to thank her for all her work and service to QE over the years and wish her well at her new school. Welcome Ms. Rochelle Richards and Mr. Neil Doherty as QE’s Safe School Liaisons. Ms. Rani Parmar accepted a District Elementary Counselling position and Ms. Tracey Lane has taken over for her in our ESL Transitions Program. Ms. Steffanie Bazant has joined us in the office as our Student Information clerk. Finally, Ms. Cynthia Weldon will be on a leave for the remainder of the school year and Ms. Alyssa Hogan, a former QE teacher, will be filling in as Acting Vice Principal in her absence.

As we move into the last quarter of the school year, with the sunny spring weather soon upon us, it is important for students to stay focused on being successful in all classes and their studies. I want to encourage students to complete all assignments, to ask for help when needed, and for parents to contact teachers if they have any questions or concerns.

Mr. Michael Jellema Principal

Recognizing QE students who act in socially responsible ways —

random acts of social responsibility towards self,

others, the environment and learning.

Congratulations to our recent Royal ROAR recipients:

Week Ending April 5th Week Ending April 12th Noveneet C. Jugraj B. Manreet D. Tyrone W.

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Queen Elizabeth Secondary School

— We are Now on “Facebook” and “Twitter” — Our goal is to add social networking to the morning announcements by publishing some of those announcements via Twitter and Facebook. We will focus on informing the accomplishments of our students, upcoming events and essential deadlines. We’re hoping this will become an effective communication tool for students and parents.

Our Facebook page is: Queen Elizabeth Secondary School Homepage Our Twitter Address: @queenesec

If you have a Facebook account, you can also “like” us on Facebook. To do this, log onto your Facebook account. Go to search and type: Queen Elizabeth Secondary School Homepage and then click on “Like”.

On Twitter? Follow us @queenesec

If you do not wish to use these media, our information is still available by announcements, our website or you can can google @queenesec and click on the first result (which is our Facebook link). This will display the recent announcements without the need to sign up.

Queen Elizabeth ‘GARDEN CLUB’ https://sites.google.com/site/science8gardenprojectmrhardman/ Or — http://qegarden.weebly.com/ The QE Garden has sprouted!

We have over 100 bins with a wide variety of herbs, vegetables and even an Espalier Apple Tree.

You are welcome to come and check out the garden in person or visit one of the above links.

The joys of transplanting garlic !!! Digging in the dirt on a sunny afternoon. Nice way to enjoy the arrival of Spring !!!

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The Grade 8 Boys Rugby Team finished 3rd out of 16 teams in their 7’s Rugby Tournament on Friday, April 5th, 2013 at Elgin Park Secondary. The boys won their first two morning games defeating both Earl Marriott Secondary and the Fraser Valley Falcons. They lost their final round robin game which placed them 2nd overall, giving them an

opportunity to play in the semifinals for the Cup Championship. Injuries plagued the team and unfortunately the boys lost their semifinal game; however, they redeemed themselves beating Elgin in a tough match for 3rd place. All the boys played extremely well and had an amazing time at this tournament. MVP of the tournament went to QE’s Koro K. who scored points in every game, and was clearly the most dominate force on the field. Well done boys!! Your coaches and school are very proud of your hard work, determination and resilience!!

…. can still be purchased at the office or online ($55.00). Don’t be disappointed. Pre-purchase your memories before supplies

run out. Quantities will be limited at year-end!

Q.E. Outdoors Club The outdoors club has been working on organizing the “Biking the Rockies” trip for this June. We are still looking for more students to participate in this wonderful experience.

If anyone is interested, please see Mr. Kissinger, Ms. Muirhead, Mr. Hutchison, Mr. Reid or Ms. Beck. The club will also be running other smaller trips this spring. Please see Mr. Kissinger (Room C226) for more information.

Check Us Out !!!

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The Q.E. Wrestling Team competed in the Provincial Championships at the beginning of March. The Provincials were held in Duncan on Vancouver Island. Wrestlers that qualified to represent Queen Elizabeth at the Provincials included: Fatima D., Trinity M., Jivan D., Rohit T., Suki S., Daman B., Jason B. and Sam S.

Individual top six results included: Rohit T. 4th Suki S. 5th Jason B. 2nd Daman B. 1st

Jason B. wrestled with incredible composure for a grade 9 student as he defeated grade 11 and 12 opponents on his way to the finals. Daman B. dominated his weight class allowing only one point to be scored on him; he was the only wrestler in the tournament to achieve this feat.

When the points from the impressive individual results were tallied the Queen Elizabeth team ended up 7th in the Province. This is the best Queen Elizabeth wrestling team result in history at the Provincial Championships!

Unfortunately we will be loosing the following athletes to graduation this year. I would like to thank the following wrestlers for their involvement this year and wish them best of luck in their future endeavours:

Linda M. Cameron K. Rohit T. Daman B.

With the successful results we have had this year, and the exciting young group of grade 8 and 9 wrestlers we had this year, we look forward to next season. Remember wrestlers: living in Surrey provides many opportunities for you to develop your skills towards becoming elite athletes. Surrey has a couple of wrestling clubs and BC Wrestling hosts a number of camps that are aimed at developing tomorrow’s national team members. For more information contact Mr. Kissinger or go to www.bcwrestling.com

Breaking News:

The following four wrestlers travelled to Saskatoon to compete in the National Championships and came back with SUPER results:

Rohit T. — 2nd in Greco-Roman tournament, and 5th in Freestyle Suki S. — 4th Daman B. — 1st Jason B. — 1st

Jason B. also won the FILA trials for grade 9-11 students at the Nationals and this has qualified

him to attend the World Championships in Serbia in August. Congratulations Jason!!

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DRY GRAD 2013

Support 2013

Dry Grad!

Participate

on May 4th!

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Reminder: Last day of regular classes for all grades is June 19th!

Date Subject Time Room

Wednesday, June 19

Apprenticeship and Workplace

Mathematics 10 9:00 to 11:00

TBA

Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-

Calculus 10 TBA

Thursday, June 20

English 12 9:00 to 11:00 TBA

Science 10 TBA

1:00 to 3:00

Communications 12 TBA

Friday, June 21

Social Studies 12 9:00 to 11:00 TBA

English 10 1:00 to 3:00 TBA

Monday, June 24 Civic Studies 11 1:00 to 3:00 TBA

Continuously check your “Grad Newsletter” for important information and dates !!!

You are invited to attend the final PAC Meeting of the 2012/2013 school year:

Monday, May 13, 2013 7:00 p.m. in the Library

Refreshments will be served.

PLEASE JOIN US AS WE BRING THIS SCHOOL YEAR TO A CLOSE, AND PREPARE FOR THE SCHOOL YEAR AHEAD.

Attention QE Parents and/or Guardians:

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Want to learn more about our programs or how you can get involved? Check out our website at https://qecareerdept.wikispaces.com. Read about some of our programs below or best of all, come to the Resource Centre (next to the Counselling Department) and meet our team:

** Ms. Beck ** Ms. Clift ** Mr. Grave **Ms. Rose

CAREER EDUCATION SPOTLIGHT!

On the Road to Law Enforcement Congratulations to 3 of QE’s finest: Monty L., Avneet N. and Krishneil P., who not only took part but excelled at the prestigious RCMP Youth Academies this past month. Their physical fitness as well as their wits was put to the test as they faced vigorous fitness training and simulation exercises throughout the nine days! Our QE cadets were ranked some of the top at the academy! Great job Royals!

POST-SECONDARY & CAREER PURSUITS

Grads of 2013 FINAL DEADLINE Register at www.bced.gov.bc.ca/exams/tsw/tsw/student/ to ensure post-secondary institutes of your choice receive copies of your transcripts for admissions by May 1st, 2013.

Scholarships & Awards Opportunities keep on knocking. Don’t back off now as many scholarship deadlines happen in May and June. Keep checking the websites, listening to announcements and coming by the Career Centre for more information.

SUMMER DISCOVERIES

Looking for ways to spend your time this summer having fun and exploring potential careers? Check out the programs below and visit the Career Centre for more info.

Vancouver Film School Summer Intensives VFS offers intensive 5-day summer programs for students interested in various areas within entertainment arts. https://secure.vfs.com/summerintensives/

YMCA Youth Summer Work Student Exchange This 6-week program offers 16 & 17 year old students the opportunity to gain work experience, practice French, and discover another Canadian Community. http://www.summer-work.com/index.html

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BCIT CSI Academy Students interested in a career in Forensics, gain hands-on experience and work with practicing professionals in this 1-week summer program. http://www.bcit.ca/cas/forencsics/csiacademy

Kwantlen Fashion High Heel Camps These camps in design and sewing are for students interested in pursuing a career in fashion. http://www.kwantlen.ca/design/fashion/continuing_studies.html

GT– PATHWAY TO GRADUATION

Grad Transitions – Exit Interviews Grade 12 Exit Interviews took place April 23rd & 24th for all Grade 12 students who have not participated in a Co-op or Work Experience program.

Initial feedback is positive! Volunteers from local agencies, colleges and businesses as well as School District members and retirees have spent the past couple of days interviewing our upcoming graduates about their high school experiences and plans for the future. It is QE’s opportunity to shine and once again our Grade 12 students can stand proud knowing they have impressed the outside community with their hard work and focus! Look to next month’s newsletter for some specific highlights about our Grads!

All Grade 12 students must turn in their 30-Hour Work or Volunteer Experience and Daily Physical Activity Verification Forms to Ms. Beck in order to graduate. All paperwork is past due – March 15th!

COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS

It Always Counts! Don’t be afraid to make a difference - everybody wins when you get involved! Complete 30 hours of work or volunteer experience for graduation credit or contribute more for the sake of your community. Visit the Career Centre for more information about the following work, volunteer and career building opportunities!

SNAP Junior Environmental Education Green Timbers Heritage Society is now hiring for their SNAP (Surrey Natural Areas Partnership) summer program. So if you are someone who cares about the environment and enjoys working outdoors, apply to join their team and work on habitat restoration, environmental outreach and education. There are also opportunities for volunteers to get involved so check them out before April 30th at: http://www.surreysnaturalareaspartnership.com/#

Surrey Memorial Hospital Youth Volunteer Program If you are interested in a career in health care or just in giving back to your community and are able to commit consistently to 2-6 hours a week throughout the summer, consider joining the youth team at SMH. Applications are due April 30th. http://www.fraserhealth.ca (About Us/Get Involved/Volunteer)

City of Surrey SHaRP (Salmon Habitat Restoration Program) If you are entering grade 11 & 12, love the outdoors, are self-motivated and eager to work as part of a team in the community, don’t miss out on this opportunity to work with others in environmental restoration and community education. Applications due May 20th. www.surrey.ca/

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March 2013 Newsletter

FREE Tutoring Available!

Twice-a-week program on:

Tuesday & Wednesday 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM

Location: the Library

After School Tutor Program

Tutors Available to Help!

The regular tutor/study program welcomes all QE students who need help in

the following subjects:

Math 8 10 — Math F/Pre-C/Math App/Wkplace Math 11 & 12 ·Calculus ·Science 8-10 Physics, Chemistry & Biology 11 & 12 English ·French *Spanish *Punjabi Socials ·History & ESL Planning & test preparation

All QE Students ARE WELCOME!

Are you worried about how you are doing?

Students struggling in one or more academic subjects are encouraged to attend this FREE student-support program

Now is the time to get help! With a combined effort – you and a dedicated volunteer tutor, you can improve on that C-grade.

Take the first step and attend the program. We’re here to help !

You do NOT have to pre-register or be referred! You can choose to attend on your own!

Did we say it’s FREE? HELP WHEN YOU NEED IT.

Don’t struggle on your own. Join us both days and attend often.

SPECIAL INFORMATION RE VOLUNTEER TUTORS

Our dedicated volunteers are high achieving grade 11/12 and SFU/UBC university students.

*Help with all academic subjects is available both days, however, drop by and ask which is the best day for a specific subject.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Ms. D. Bond — Telephone (604) 581-3476 Email: dbond@surreyschools.ca

Please note: Parents/Guardians & teachers are always welcome to come to the program or contact Ms. Bond about a student’s attendance record.