Information for 2021-2022 School Year

School authorities continue to have the flexibility to offer extra-curricular activities to students. Planned events will follow the Alberta Health Services recommendations, Christ the Redeemer Re-entry to Schools Plan, Return to Sport guidelines, The Centre for Learning@HOME event guidelines, School Physical Activity Health and Education Resource for Safety, venue requirements. Events are subject to change based on AHS, CTR and Venue Guidelines at the time of the event.

Sibling participation will be limited to select events including family orientated events, low risk and virtual events, based on availability. Sibling registration opens a few weeks prior to event. Opening dates are posted on the registration pages.

Your Program Enhancement Coordinator will strive to offer a variety of activities with your student’s safety in mind.

COVID-19 EVENT PRECAUTIONS

1. Prior to attending an event or activity, attendees are expected to review the COVID-19 Screening Questionnaire. Please see below.

2. All attendees must be registered in the appropriate category, this includes parent/guardian, siblings and or students who are observing or chaperoning event.

3. Prior to commencing any activity participants will be required to wash or sanitize their hands and Physical distancing will be encouraged where ever possible.

Join us for a fun series with instructors from Engineering 4 Kids!! This 4 week series will be offered online, see details of each class below!

Junior Coding with Scratch Ages 5 - 7 (Tablets are required)
Do you love telling stories, sharing ideas, and creating games? This is YOUR program!
If you can imagine it, you can build it!
Kids utilize Scratch Junior to learn the basics of coding and build their own characters, scenes and bring them to life through interactive stories and games.
Solve logic problems and master coding basics. Best of all, since Scratch Jr is a free app, you can create your own account and keep working on your project at home even after the camp is over!
Kids will work on the projects after the live session is done. They can showcase their work to the other students during the next session.
A parent or an older sibling is recommended to help connect kids to ZOOM and assist the student during class if needed.

App Development using JavaScript (Ages 8 - 14) (Laptop or computer required)
Ready to build and share crazy-fun apps!
Join this unique experience in which you get to code in JavaScript, test, and create your own apps in real-time using an easy-to-understand format. The best part about this is that they'll be able to save their created apps right to their (or your own) devices for play anywhere, anytime!
Kids connect LIVE with the teacher via ZOOM. We will record each lesson and email it to all parents, in case you miss a class or need to review the content.
Kids will be able to work on projects and assignments at home between classes. If they have questions, they can email us them. (Booklets will be emailed to parents for kids to use Can be printed or viewed as PDF)


WHEN: Tuesdays, January 11th - February 1st
Grades 1-3 12:30pm-1:30pm
Grades 4-8 2:00pm-3:00pm
WHO: CFL Students Grades 1-8
COST: $68.50

Click Here to Register

Do you have the travel bug? This series is for you! Join us weekly for "trips" to Ukraine, Mexico, Brazil and South Africa without leaving the comfort of your home. We will work each week with a local guides who will share their culture with students through stories, crafts, and live tours.

Please note that timings vary by the week as time zones differ for each host.

Jan 13 - Mexico 1:00 - 2:00pm
Jan 14 - South Africa 1:00- 2:00pm
Jan 20 - Ukraine 12:30 - 1:30pm
Jan 27 - Brazil 12:30 - 2:00pm


WHEN: Thursdays, January 13. 20, 27 Friday Jan 14
TIME Varies by week 12:30 - 1pm start times
WHO: CFL Students Grades 1-12
COST: = $35 plus supplies

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JANUARY 13 - VIRTUAL BOOK AND A CRAFT

Join me for a virtual story and craft on January 13!!

We will be reading 365 penguins.

Craft supplies needed:

2 white paper plates (or more if they would like to make more than 1 penguin)

scissors

glue stick

orange and black paint, markers or crayons

googly eyes (optional, we can draw eyes on as well)

WHERE: Zoom
WHEN: Thursday, January 13
2:00pm- 2:45pm
WHO: CFL Students Grade 1-4
COST: supplies

Click Here to Register

Jan 17

Experience the joy of Metis jigging and the importance of fiddle music and dance in our vibrant Metis communities. Hear stories of Metis kitchen parties and why our fiddle tunes are called crooked. Explore the Metis sash and it's uses in the past as well as today. Note: Have families provide a broom for one of the dances. A hockey stick or lacrosse stick can work too.


Jan 24
Explore why the Metis people have been called Flower Beadwork People. Compare Metis beadwork with beadwork from other Indigenous nations and hear teachings about spirit beads, vamps and gators. Learn how to one needle bead and make a small fabric beaded fire bag (pouch) to keep your treasures in.
(Supply list can be found on registration page)

WHEN: Mondays, January ,17, 24
TIME 1:00 - 3:00pm
WHO: CFL Students Grades 3-9
COST: = $20

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We will be reading Snowmen at Night.

Craft supplies needed:

White coffee filters

Watercolor paint

Water for cleaning brushes

Paintbrush

White paper

Scissors

Glue stick

Colored felt markers

WHERE: Zoom
WHEN: Thursday, January 27
2:00pm- 2:45pm
WHO: CFL Students Grade 1-4
COST: supplies

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Calling all teens. It is your turn to make dinner tonight. Join us for this two-hour cooking class with one of Naits Red Seal chefs as they take you through simple dishes that are restaurant quality. The theme for this session will be on Holiday entertaining. Ingredient lists will be sent out the week prior to the program. Chef will also offer up alternatives for various dietary restrictions. Please email special requests to dhayles@redeemer.ab.ca This is also an excellent opportunity to learn about the culinary arts program offered at NAIT.

Younger students are able to register to follow along but may require additional help from an adult.

WHEN: Thursday, January 27
TIME 4:30 - 6:30pm

WHO: CFL Students Grades 7-12
COST: = $20

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Just because we live in a land- locked province doesn't mean we can't enjoy the Ocean and it's creatures. Join us as we explore some of the Ocean creatures

Life on a Reef (Best Suited for Grades 3-6) 9am - 9:45am

Coral reefs are the most biodiverse ecosystems on Earth. Dive into the components of a reef and the complex relationships that dwell beneath the surface.

Life at the Aquarium:(best suited for Grade 1-6) 11am- 11:45am
Have you ever wondered how we care for the animals at the Aquarium? How do we decide what their habitats look like, what water they swim in or food they eat? We'll answer all of those questions and more as we teach you what life is like at the Aquarium!

WHEN: Friday, January 28
TIME 9:00am - 9:45am
11:00am - 11:45am
WHO: CFL Students Grades 1-6
COST: = $5

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Intermediate Photography: Here the students will learn the fundamentals of photography: The depth of field, composition, lighting, as well as an introduction to shutter speed, aperture and ISO. They will further discuss the camera basics to get them even more familiar with the camera they own. These workshops will afford students time to practice and explore their learning in photography. This is an interactive, student-centred class with plenty of hands-on experiences. Students will have opportunities to explore their own passions in photography, allow their artistic skills to flourish, and develop necessary presentation and interpersonal skills.

All classes will be taught online using the Zoom platform, a link and how to prepare email will be sent the week of the first class. Thank you and I look forward to delivering a meaningful learning experience to all students. If you have any further questions, please feel free to email Samantha at Samantha@scparkerphotography.com

WHEN: Tuesdays, February 1,8,15
TIME 1:00 - 3:00pm
WHO: CFL Students Grades 5-12
COST: $100

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Grab your Canvas and some paints and join us as we paint our seasonal themed piece. Through the guidance of a professional artist students will learn techniques to create their own masterpiece.

Families must supply their own supplies which will include:
- a canvas
- acrylic paints (varied colors)
- paint brushes
- water container, paper towels

WHEN: Friday February 11, 2022
TIME 10:00am - 12:00pm
WHO: CFL Students Grade 1-12
COST: = $7

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Just in time for Valentines Day! Learn to make your own chocolate bars.

On this experience you'll learn the true story of how chocolate becomes the world's favourite sweet, a bitter sweet tale of hard work, artisanship and how business can be a force for good.

We start with a special welcome to Jamaica, located on the edge of the Blue Mountains overlooking Kingston.
We'll look down across the city towards the harbour as students hear a brief history of the island and the historical use of cacao. We then get to know each other before we make our inclusion bars.
Students will learn how we go from the raw ingredients to the finished yummy product and hand temper chocolate, using a bowl, a table and a spatula.

We then go right into the farm, driving over a river bed, to have a closer look at the cacao estate.
We'll introduce you to the pods up close, we'll look inside the fruit and I'll explain how the beans are fermented on the farm and how the nibs are processed before we unveil your bespoke bars.

WHEN: Friday, February 11, 2022
TIME 1:00pm-2:00pm
WHO: CFL Students Grades 1-12
COST: = $10

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Calling all teens. It is your turn to make dinner tonight. Join us for this two-hour cooking class with one of Naits Red Seal chefs as they take you through simple dishes that are restaurant quality. The theme for this session will be on Mexican . Ingredient lists will be sent out the week prior to the program. Chef will also offer up alternatives for various dietary restrictions. Please email special requests to dhayles@redeemer.ab.ca This is also an excellent opportunity to learn about the culinary arts program offered at NAIT.

Younger students are able to register to follow along but may require additional help from an adult.

WHEN: Tuesday March 22, 2022
TIME 4:30 - 6:30pm
WHO: CFL Students Grades 7-12
COST: = $20

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Grab your Canvas and some paints and join us as we paint our way to a warmer place. Through the guidance of a professional artist students will learn techniques to create their own masterpiece.

Families must supply their own supplies which will include:

- a canvas
- acrylic paints (varied colors)
- paint brushes
- water container, paper towels

WHEN: Wednesday, March 23
TIME 1:00 - 3:00pm
WHO: CFL Students Grades 1-12
COST: = $7 plus supplies

Click Here to Register

Calling all teens. It is your turn to make dinner tonight. Join us for this two-hour cooking class with one of Naits Red Seal chefs as they take you through simple dishes that are restaurant quality. The theme for this session is to be determined . Ingredient lists will be sent out the week prior to the program. Chef will also offer up alternatives for various dietary restrictions. Please email special requests to dhayles@redeemer.ab.ca This is also an excellent opportunity to learn about the culinary arts program offered at NAIT.

Younger students are able to register to follow along but may require additional help from an adult.

WHEN: Tuesday April 5, 2022
TIME 4:30 - 6:30pm
WHO: CFL Students Grades 7-12
COST: = $20

Click Here to Register

Grab your Canvas and some paints and join us as we paint a spring themed piece. Through the guidance of a professional artist students will learn techniques to create their own masterpiece.

Families must supply their own supplies which will include:
- a canvas
- acrylic paints (varied colors)
- paint brushes
- water container, paper towels

WHEN: Wednesday, April 27
TIME 1:00 - 3:00pm
WHO: CFL Students Grades 1-12
COST: = $7 plus supplies

Click Here to Register

CHRIST THE REDEEMER CATHOLIC SCHOOLS - FIELD TRIP PROCEDURES

Please note, some activities replicate a classroom setting (example: teacher led co-curricular classes) and in such situations, the Field Trip Supervision Ratios will not apply. Ratios similar to a traditional classroom will apply.

The CFL welcomes parents to participate in activities and events whenever possible. Some events require a parent supervise every participant; other events/venues restrict parent participation. The role of the parent is included in each event description. Please see below for an explanation of the rational.

1. Parent Participation is Mandatory

In this scenario, the students will require one on one assistance to complete the task or the venue has asked us to have a parent with each child. A CFL staff member will be there to assist the event leader, check in students and parents, and obtain the activity waiver forms.

2. Parent Participation is Voluntary

In this scenario, the parents are welcome to stay and participate, or release their student(s) to the care of The CFL staff and approved volunteers. The ratio of adults to students is in accordance with Christ the Redeemer Catholic Schools’ policy (below). If the parent elects to drop their student(s) off, they must deliver the student(s) to the school staff member at the event to check them in and sign the activity waiver. At the end of the event, the parent must collect the student(s) from the school staff member at the specified time and ensure the staff member knows the parent has arrived to pick up the student(s). Please do not drop your student off at the door or plan to pick them up outside.

3. Parent Participation is Restricted or Not Allowed

In this scenario, the host venue has asked that parents not participate either due to the nature of the event (i.e. swim lessons) or because of limited space. The Centre for Learning@HOME will provide supervision according to the supervision standard set by Christ the Redeemer Catholic Schools. Parents may be able to watch from the sidelines (like in swim lessons) or drop the student(s) off and pick them up at the end of the program. When dropping off your student(s), please deliver the student(s) to the school staff member at the event to check them in and sign the activity waiver. At the end of the event, the parent must collect the student(s) from the school staff member at the specified time and ensure the staff member knows you have arrived to pick up the student(s). Please do not drop your student off at the door or plan to pick them up outside.

If arrangements are made for someone other than the parent/guardian to pick up a student, please notify The CFL staff member, in writing, prior to the start of the event.

Student Accident Insurance helps to protect your family from these unexpected costs if your child is injured on school property during school-sponsored activities.

For more policy details or call 1-833-560-0527. Please note that the insurance agreement is between you and Student Accident Insurance.