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Welcome to North

Surrey LearningCentre

2011/12

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Why Attend NSLC?

North Surrey Learning Centre Centreis:

Designed to help students set andmeet educational goals

Friendly, safe, caring environment

Student centered/self-directedlearning

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Why attend NSLC?

Mentor teachers/one-on-one instruction

Career education opportunities - workexperiences, trades training programs,apprenticeship

Counselling academic and personalDigi-media opportunities

Graduation - 80 credit and Adult

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What makes NSLC a safe,caring and inclusive school?

Our school is a small secondary school that is

built on a foundation of respect

respect forself, students, staff and the school. We havefound the following guidelines are necessary toensure the smooth operation of the school andthe success of our students. Students need toadhere to the following expectations while

under the jurisdiction of the school: travelingto and from or while at school sponsoredevents. Your cooperation is appreciated. If youare in violation of the code of conduct,parents/guardians will be notified.

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NSLC Code ofConduct

Acceptance all expressions of racial/ethnic biasor acts of racist/sexist behavior will be dealt with

appropriately and may result in suspension.Appropriate follow-up will occur.

No violence we are a violence free environment.Any form of violence, verbal threats, bullying,cyber-bullying, intimidation, harassment or

vandalism will not be tolerated. A violation of thistype will result in school discipline and possiblesuspension or dismissal from the school.

No drugs or alcohol students under theinfluence of drugs or in possession of an illicit

substance may be suspended. A violation of thistype could result in dismissal from the school.

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NSLC Code ofConduct

Language and behaviour - please use respectfullanguage and behaviour at all times. Please do not

engage in swearing, slurs against others, inappropriatehand gestures or bullying.

Attendance is mandatory. Please phone if you aregoing to be absent. Unexcused absences will need tobe made up (by double shifting, attending eveningclass, or Friday school). Continual, chronicabsenteeism could result in withdrawal from theprogram.

Late arrival students arriving up to hour latemay be asked to make up the time during break or atthe end of class. Students arriving more than hourlate without being excused by a parent/guardian willbe re uired to attend Frida school.

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NSLC Code ofConduct

Self-directed/student centered learning we expectthat students will make reasonable academic progress.Students not progressing may be placed onagreements/contracts to help ensure academic goals areachieved.

Electronic devices all cell phones/gaming devices mustbe turned off during instructional time. Non-compliance willresult in appropriate discipline. PLDs may be used; howeverthese devices must not interfere with the learningenvironment.

Computers no food or drink at the computers. Not foruse as a personal listening device. Use of computers for e-mail/social networking (Facebook) can happen outside of

instructional time only. Inappropriate use of computers mayresult in loss of privilege.

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NSLC Code ofConduct

Reading - there will be a 15 minute silent reading periodeach day after Nutrition Break. Please ensure you haveselected appropriate reading material.

School attire students are expected to wear suitableclothing. Clothing with inappropriate logos, pictures, offensivelanguage is not permitted. No undergarments showing, nobare midriffs; shorts and skirt hemlines need to be at thebottom of the finger tips.

No trips at break - students are expected to stay on site;must have parental/guardian permission to leave schoolearly.

Smoking The Province of B.C. has enacted amendmentsto the Tobacco Control Act, making it illegal to smoke or use

tobacco or hold ignited tobacco in or on school property.Smoking is not permitted during Nutrition Break

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School Hours

Morning Session: 8:30 am to 11:35 am

Nutrition Break: 9:55 am to 10:10 am

Reading Block: 10:10 am to 10:25 am

Afternoon Session: 12:10 pm to 3:15 pm

Nutrition Break: 1:35 pm to 1:50 pm

Reading Block: 1:50 pm to 2:05 pm

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Aileen Kinsella

Principal

Cathy Thornley

Secretary/Clerk

Rogues Gallery/NSLC Staff

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Rogues Gallery/NSLC Staff

Jesse Lalli

Grade 10 ChallengeEnglish, Socials, Planning

Sam LangridgeGrade 10 ChallengeMath, Science, Planning

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Rogues Gallery/NSLC Staff

Yasuko AdloffDistrict Attendant

Grade 10 Challenge

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Rogues Gallery/NSLC Staff

Jennifer OhearnBusiness Ed, Monday &

Tuesday

Karen LivelyBusiness Ed, Wednesday &

Thursday

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Rogues Gallery/NSLC Staff

Jennifer AulakhEnglish, Communications,

Creative Writing

Gareth Convery Night ClassEnglish, Communications,

Social Justice

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Rogues Gallery/NSLC Staff

Jan MalcolmMathematics, Science

& Tech

Kamal RiarhScience 10, Earth

Science, Mathematics

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Rogues Gallery/NSLC Staff

Jonathan RempelAboriginal SupportTeacher; AdventureCo-op

Lindsay MaySocial Studies10/11, Social

Justice 12

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Rogues Gallery/NSLC Staff

Kevin StockdalePE, Academic Support

John Zboya TICCareer DevelopmentFacilitator

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Rogues Gallery/NSLC Staff

Nola CarlsonCounsellor

Denise RobertsYouth Care Worker

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Rogues Gallery/NSLC Staff

Vala BraunInner City SecondarySchool Worker

Kip ChhokarAboriginal Youth CareWorker

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Rogues Gallery/NSLC Staff

Lorraine McFarlane

District Attendant

Jan OlafsenDistrict Attendant

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NSLC

- a learning community wherestudents are encouraged to strivefor excellence achieve theirpersonal best!

- a learning community committed topreparing all students for theirpersonal, academic and career

futures!

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Have successful2011/12

School Year