Admin News
Swimming—Mondays 10:45—12:00
NO CLASSES—
Oct. 2—Early Dismissal
Oct. 13—No School-Thanksgiving
Oct. 14—No School-PD
Oct. 23-Parent Teacher Interviews
(see back page for interview form)
Reaching Out
Inside this issue:
Upcoming Events
Outreach High School Newsletter
2014-2015 Freedom to Excel
September is always a busy month. It is the end of summer, back to school, new books, new teachers,
new clothes, and new possibilities. The staff of Outreach High School would like to welcome back
our returning students and welcome our new students to an exciting year.
This year at Outreach we have introduced a couple of new programs. In addition to our usual line up
of Art, Physical Education, and other school activities, we have Yoga, Swim Club, and Wellness
Through Music programs. We invite all students to check out these new courses! Also, watch out for
school field trips and in school activities like games night and movie nights!
We are looking forward to an exciting year where we have many programs, groups, activities and
events that we encourage students to seek out and get involved in. On behalf of myself and the staff,
we look forward to another successful year full of success and personal growth.
My door is always open. If you have any questions, comments or concerns please feel free to
contact me.
Sincerely,
-Brian Samuel
Admin News 1
Counselor’s Corner 2
Inside Story 3-4
Alta. Health Services 5
Informative News 7-9
Parent Teacher Interview 10
October 2014
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Food for Thought
It is important to get into a healthy routine of eating breakfast to help prepare for a day of learning. An adolescent in the classroom whose last meal was dinner the night before has gone about 16 hours without food, and that ado-lescent is hungry, whether he or she knows it or not. A nutritious breakfast will provide energy for several hours-
until lunch. Is any kind of breakfast better than no breakfast at all? Unfortunately, no; a doughnut or a can of pop, for ex-ample, only provides a quick rush of energy that lasts about 40 minutes, about the length of time it takes to get from the breakfast table to the classroom! Adolescence is one of the greatest periods of change during our lifetime. It is a time of rapid growth and development. Ado-lescents go through remarkable physical changes of all kinds and their food intake becomes a critical aspect of this growth and development. Recent research shows that eating breakfast consisting of nourishing foods not only makes children healthier, it can improve school performance, make them emotionally more stable and better able to cope with stress and anxiety, increase energy levels, boost self esteem, prevent colds and flus, and upstart their metabolism, which helps with weight control and mood. Adolescents may think that skipping breakfast seems like a good way to save on calories, but research suggests the oppo-site. In fact, meal-skippers often eat more high-calorie, salty and low-fiber snacks. Eating a healthy breakfast may help ado-lescents avoid overeating later in the day and prevent unhealthy eating patterns, such as not eating early in the day and eating a lot late in the evening. To ensure our students at Outreach are well nourished and ready to learn we offer Breakfast for Learning. The teachers at Outreach ensure that fresh bread from Cobs Bakery is ready for breakfast and a snack during our mid-morning break, as well as cereals and fruit. It’s back to school time again and as our students head to class, a healthy breakfast will help ensure they get a smart start to each day!
Breakfast for Learning is available every morning in the common area
Colleen’s Counselling Corner
Diploma Exams
“November Diplomas”
- All modules must be handed and exams written by Oct. 31
Monday, Nov. 3 ELA 30-2 Part A
Tuesday, Nov. 4 ELA 30-2 Part B
Wednesday, Nov. 5 Math 30-1
Thursday, Nov. 6 Chemistry 30
Friday, Nov. 7 Physics 30
“January Diplomas”
Dates for our Diploma and Non-Diplomas will be posted in the “November Newsletter”
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October
Birthday’s at Outreach
October 2014
Aidan Hardy
Brian
Britain Wheeler
Bryce Mason
Chris Bouchard-Jenkins
Clement Joseph
Danielle Paul
Derya Ciplak
Emily Taylor
Jordanna Dhoedt
Josh Arthurs
Karen
Kennedy Gieck
Kyle Ladda
Lane McMartin
Luis Ramirez
Matthew Jarbeau
McKenzie Seymour
Mikaela Tziklas
Morgan Reiniger
Paige Dufour
Ryan Yee
Salanis Latulippe
Ted
Tristan McGrady
Just a reminder:
School fees are now due; if you have any questions please
contact the school.
If you have any books you are not using right now or will not be
using, please return them to the school. We would rather house
them here than you keeping them.
If you are working, please see
Marlene for work experience.
You will earn valuable credits!!
Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP)
Apprenticeship is on-the-job training under the supervision of a skilled tradesperson com-
bined with classroom training. It is an efficient and effective way of providing skilled workers
in the trades.
The Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) is an apprenticeship program for high school
students. Students start learning and practicing their future trade while in high school. Stu-
dents gain hands-on, up-to-date training, earn high school credits, receive a pay cheque, and
accumulate hours towards their journeyman status.
RAP students are both full-time high school students and registered apprentices. Students can
earn up to eight 5 credit RAP courses available in each of the 70 apprenticeship trades. A to-
tal of 100 credits are required for a high school diploma and a RAP completion would give a
student 40 of those credits. The time a RAP student spends at school and on the work site can
be quite flexible. The student, school and employer jointly agree to a suitable schedule.
We have had students participating in RAP in the following courses: an Automotive Service
Technician, a Parts Technician, a Plumber, a Transport Trailer Mechanic, a Machinist,
an Electrician, a Cook, a Sheet Metal Worker, an Outdoor Power Equipment Technician
and a Carpenter.
Who can enter the program? Any registered high school student is eligible to participate in
the program.
How do you sign up for RAP?
1. Choose your trade—check out websites to explore the right trade for your skills,
talents and abilities. (www.tradesecrets.org) 2. Find an employer—a journeyman or an employer who
employs journeymen can hire you as a RAP apprentice. 3. Complete the application/contract with your employer. When the application form
is complete, send it to your nearest apprenticeship and industry training office for registra-
tion.
Contact Brian for the application/contract for your employer. (780) 458-0839
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October 2014
Alberta Health Service - Addiction Services St. Albert
Topic: Families
Did you know?
When there is an addiction in the family, the family often operates by what is known as “the 3 unwritten rules”. These rules
are “Don’t talk about it, don’t trust anyone, and don’t feel”. The addiction in the family may cause family members to feel
lonely, frustrated, fearful, angry or shameful and thus not share what is going on in the family. Children often take on adult
responsibilities.
The Good News is that children are resilient and build on their own strengths. It is always easier to have support! It is ok to
ask for help. Support groups, counselling and/or a good friend are all important resources.
Referenced from AHS Materials:
Addiction in the Family ABCs
Youth Pamphlet: Changing the Rules - AHS.
If you are interested in chatting more about substance use (drugs, alcohol, and tobacco) or gambling, - see the secretary to
book with Wendy, talk to a teacher or call Wendy directly (number below).
Reminders:
Wendy is here October 9, November 5
December 3 and January 14 from 11-12 noon
Wendy Gruhlke-Smar BSW/RSW
Alberta Health Services - Addiction & Mental Health
30 Sir Winston Churchill Avenue
St. Albert, Alberta. T8N 3A3
P - 780-460-4971
F - 780-460-7152
Getting the Most From Parent-Teacher Interviews
Maintaining a positive, open approach makes an interview more valuable. Use these tips to be
prepared:
Talk to your child first. Learn his or her likes and dislikes about school-explain that your
purpose is not to check up but to help.
Write down specific questions or concerns. This way you will be able to focus on what you
need to know.
Discuss your child’s special interests. The more the teacher knows about your child, the
more the teacher will be able to help.
Expect the teacher to have questions. Insights into your child’s attitudes toward school,
home work habits and physical or emotional problems will help the teacher assist your child.
Discuss the meeting with your child afterwards. It is important that your child know that
you and the teacher are working together. Maintain your positive approach.
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The Goose Story by Dr. Harry Clarke Noyes
ARCS NEWS, Vol. 7, No. 1, January 1992
Next
fall, when you see Geese
heading South for
the Winter, flying along in V formation, you might
consider what science has dis- covered as to why they fly that way:
as each bird flaps its wings, it creates an
uplift for the bird immediately following. By flying in V formation the whole flock adds at least
71% greater flying range than if each bird flew on its own. People who share a common direction and sense of community
can get where they are going more quickly and easily because they are traveling on the thrust of one another.
When
a goose falls out of formation,
it suddenly feels the drag and resistance of trying to go it alone
and quickly gets back into formation to take advantage of the lifting power of the bird in front.
If we have as much sense as a goose, we will stay in formation
with those who are headed the same way we are.
When the Head Goose
gets tired, it rotates back in the wing and another goose flies point.
It is sensible to take turns doing demanding jobs with people or with geese flying South.
Geese
honk from behind to encourage those up front to keep up their speed.
What do we say when we honk from behind?
Finally,
and this is important, when a goose gets sick, or is
wounded by gunshots and falls out
of formation, two other geese fall out with that goose and follow it down to lend help and protection.
They stay with the fallen goose until it is able to fly, or until it dies. Only then do they launch out on their own, or with another formation
to catch up with their group.
IF WE HAVE THE SENSE OF A GOOSE, WE WILL STAND BY EACH OTHER
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October 2014
Triple P Positive Parenting Program
Fall Sessions:
Location: District Office
60 Sir Winston Churchill Ave.
Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30 October 22, 29 November 5, 12 and 19
Triple P can help develop healthy routines, compliance and positive relationship with discipline. For more information contact [email protected]—Sheila Chisholm 780-460-3712 ext 375 or check out the Triple P website: http://alberta.triplep-staypositive.net/
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October 2014
Parent Teacher Interview Sheet
Interviews will take place on Thursday October 23, 2014 from 2:00pm-5:00pm and 6:00pm-
9:00pm. Please return the interview request form (one per family) to the school as soon as possi-
ble. Bookings will be done on a first come first serve basis.
If you have any questions please call 780-458-0839. Please return this form no later than Octo-
ber 20, or call to set up a time.
Name:_____________________________________________
Phone #:___________________________________________
Teacher(s):_________________________________________
_________________________________________
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