Principal's Message
Dear Falcon students and families,
I hope you all had an amazing May long weekend and were able to enjoy some of the outdoors despite the air quality. This past week saw our concert band travel to Red Deer for the Provincial Music Festival, while our Photography 20/30 class was out and about in the mountains of Jasper taking some amazing photos. I also would like to congratulate a number of athletes from our Falcons track team who qualified for the Metro city championships this upcoming Wednesday. We also want to wish good luck to our Gold Medalist in SKILLS, Leah Fraser, who will be competing in the National competition this entire week in Winnipeg.
I want to address some concerns around the recent issues of air quality and how it affects our proceedings at Bev Facey. For the most part, we have shutdown all the external air dampers to keep out the smoke as best as possible when the air quality was really bad on Friday through to this past Sunday. At Bev Facey, and as a school division, we use the Air Quality Health Index(AQHI) as a guideline for decision making, as there is no legislated limit that prohibits outdoor activities. As a general rule, we try to ensure that any staff or students with respiratory or heart conditions reduce or avoid outdoor activities when the AQHI reaches 7 or more. When the Air Quality Health Index (AQHI) value reaches 7 or more, I, as the principal follow the AQHI messages as a guideline for decision making regarding outdoor activities:
• When the air quality index is between 7-10 (High Risk), we consider reducing or rescheduling strenuous outdoor activities (like athletic practices or outdoor activities).
• When the air quality index is above 10 (Very High Risk), we cancel, reschedule or reduce strenuous or long duration outdoor activities (e.g. track meets, overnight camping, eg.), especially if our school community is experiencing symptoms such as coughing and throat irritation. We will be monitoring the Air Index closely over the next few days and are hopeful that we can have our community enjoying activities outdoors moving forward throughout the week.
This upcoming week is proving to be one of the busiest this year at Bev Facey. For the majority of the week, we will be diligently preparing for our 2023 Graduation ceremony and celebrating the Grade 12s accomplishments with a series of Grad themed dress up days. Along with all this activity, our Musical Theatre production of Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat, will run throughout the week, and I would like to take this opportunity to invite all of you to take in this amazing show by our fantastic students. Another highlight activity of the week will be our Track team taking part in the Metro City finals on Wednesday. The culminating apex activity of the week will be our Graduation ceremony on Saturday followed by our Facey Formal.
I hope you all have an amazing week ahead and, as always, if you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Ken Wlos
Principal
Bev Facey Community High School
Grad 2023 - Parents and Grads Information Newsletter
Please check out the Grad 2023 parents and graduates' information newsletter. Below is the link to that Newsletter. The Student Grad Council narrowed down the themes for this Year's Facey Formal. Students voted, and the winning theme is Night of a Thousand Lights - "Light Up Your Future." Please refer to the Newsletter moving forward for important information and deadlines.
Breakdown of important Grad Day events:
Friday (3:30 p.m.) - Important Grad Rehearsal meeting in the Banner Gym
Saturday (11:30 a.m.) - Grads should be arriving at the Convention Center
Saturday (12:00 p.m.) - The doors to the ceremony venue open
Saturday (1:00 p.m.) - Graduation Ceremony begins
Saturday (3:30 p.m.) - Graduation Ceremony concludes
Saturday (7:00 p.m.) - Doors to the Facey Formal open - Dance begins.
Saturday (8:30 p.m.) - Grads line up for the Grand March
Saturday (9:00 p.m.) - Escort Dance
Saturday (9:05 p.m.) - Mother/Son & Father/Daughter Dance
Saturday (9:15 p.m.) - Facey Formal Student Chosen Awards
Saturday (9:30 p.m.) - Grad Day Video Reveal
** For more detailed information click on the link to the SMORE 2023 Graduation Newsletter below.
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Artist of the Week - Olivia EnglerCongratulations to Olivia Engler (Art 20) on her amazing linoleum print. Requiring a lot of patience and skill, Olivia pulled a stunning set of block prints… all created by hand! Fantastic work Olivia! | AP Cords of Distinction CeremonyOn Thursday, May 25, in the Banner gym (11:36 a.m.), we will be handing out AP cords to our Grade 12 students to wear at their upcoming ceremony on May 27. Students who are in Grade 11 and wrote AP exams this year, will receive their AP cord(s) next year before graduation. | BFCHS Concert Band Collaborates with Heritage Hills Elementary! Our BFCHS Concert Band had an amazing time collaborating with our feeder school - Heritage Hills Elementary- this past Tuesday! Shout out to Dr. Moyer and our Band Teacher, Mr. Sutherland, who brought together their Ukuleles and our Wind Instruments to play an amazing Ukrainian piece. Check it out on Facebook: https://fb.watch/kHjd3n23G9/ |
Artist of the Week - Olivia Engler
Congratulations to Olivia Engler (Art 20) on her amazing linoleum print. Requiring a lot of patience and skill, Olivia pulled a stunning set of block prints… all created by hand! Fantastic work Olivia!
AP Cords of Distinction Ceremony
On Thursday, May 25, in the Banner gym (11:36 a.m.), we will be handing out AP cords to our Grade 12 students to wear at their upcoming ceremony on May 27. Students who are in Grade 11 and wrote AP exams this year, will receive their AP cord(s) next year before graduation.
BFCHS Concert Band Collaborates with Heritage Hills Elementary!
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Female Athlete of the Week - Kaitlyn Brzezicki Congratulations to Kaitlyn Brzezicki who has been backstopping our soccer team in net this season! She has led the girls to a 3 and 0 record this season so far! | BFCHS Runs Student Vote! - Friday, May 26! BFCHS will be running a mock vote to experience the civic responsibility we all have. Be informed when you cast your ballot for the provincial election on Friday, May 26, 2023 in the Library in the morning. Visit vote compass at https://votecompass.cbc.ca/alberta2023 and take the survey to see how your responses to issues align with the provincial parties’ positions on those issues. | Male Athlete of the Week - Sidharth Kairon Congratulations to Sidharth Kairon who is our Male Athlete of the week! Sid has led by example not only on the soccer team, but as a three letter athlete on two other Facey Athletics teams this year (Volleyball and Basketball) as well. |
Female Athlete of the Week - Kaitlyn Brzezicki
BFCHS Runs Student Vote! - Friday, May 26!
Male Athlete of the Week - Sidharth Kairon
EIPS Annual Education Results Report
Every year, Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) publishes an Annual Education Results Report, which outlines the Division’s Four-Year Education Plan, opportunities for growth and how it’s supporting students to achieve the best possible outcomes. Read through this year’s EIPS Annual Education Results Report 2021-22 and discover how EIPS fosters learning environments for all students to learn, grow and thrive—and why it matters.
May Spotlight: cultivating high-quality learning environments and experiences
· Power of Kindness: Creates welcoming, inclusive, respectful, and safe learning environments in schools
· Building Blocks: How effective planning, management and infrastructure is supporting learning
· Raising the bar: Evidence-based practices that are enhancing teaching and learning in EIPS
RELATED INFORMATION
EIPS Four-Year Education Plan: 2022-26
EIPS Three-Year Capital Plan: 2024-27
Weekly Schedule - May 22 to 27, 2023
Monday - May 22, 2023
- Victoria Day Statutory Holiday - No School for Students or Staff
- BFCHS's presents "Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat" - 7:00 p.m. @ Festival Place
Tuesday - May 23, 2023
- BFCHS's presents "Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat" - Matinee @ Festival Place
- Falcon's Team Minecraft - meets at lunch in room 161.
- Men's Soccer - travel to Arch Bishop Jordan for a 4:15 p.m. game @ Millennium Place. (*game played depending on air quality).
- BFCHS's presents "Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat" - 7:00 p.m. @ Festival Place
Wednesday - May 24, 2023
- BFCHS's presents "Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat" - Matinee @ Festival Place
- Facey's Interfaith Alliance - meets today at noon in room 270.
- Opportunity Wednesday- Rewrites are available. Academic coaching available. Bus schedule pick up time is at the normal at 3:17 p.m.
- Women's Soccer - travel to Arch Bishop O'Leary @ 4:15 p.m. on their field. (*game played depending on air quality).
- BFCHS's presents "Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat" - 7:00 p.m. @ Festival Place
Thursday - May 25, 2023
- C.A.R.E.- Facey’s Culture And Race Engagement Group meet at lunch in room 176.
- Advanced Placement "Cords of Distinction" Ceremony- 11:00 a.m. in the Banner Gym.
- Facey’s Gender & Sexuality Alliance (Spectrum) meets today at lunch in room 218.
- Evacuation Drill - in Block 4 (after attendance, 15 minutes in).
- Track & Field Practice- 3:30 p.m. on the S.A.P. Track
- BFCHS's presents "Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat" - 7:00 p.m. @ Festival Place
Friday - May 26, 2023
- Metro Track & Field Championship Meet - Provincial qualifications as well.
- Facey’s Gender & Sexuality Alliance (Spectrum) meets today at lunch in room 218.
- Important Bev Facey Grad Rehearsal Meeting - Banner Gym @ 3:30 p.m.
Saturday - May 27, 2023
- Bev Facey Grad 2023 Convocation - @ Edmonton Convention Centre (1:00 p.m.)
- Bev Facey Grad Facey Formal -@ Bev Facey ( Doors open at 7:30 p.m.)
Counsellor's Corner
Lots of activity occurring in the Bev Facey Student Supports area in the next few weeks. Our staff is focused on completing our incoming student course registrations for the 2023-24 school year and providing information for upcoming deadlines to local scholarships.
Planning for Post-Secondary: Grade 11 Checklist
Check out the learning and career options that relate to your interests and note the admission requirements for your preferred programs.
U of A Opportunities for High School Students
There are a variety of programs available to high school students who are interested in exploring research. Visit the website below for more information.
NAIT Upcoming Campus Tour
In-Person Campus Tour July 21.
https://www.nait.ca/nait/about/events/2022/in-person-campus-tour-july21-1pm
EIPS Student Opportunity Board
Click the link below to find more information on summer job opportunities.
EIPS Summer School Registration
https://www.eipscontinuinged.ca/courses
Awards & Scholarships
https://www.bevfacey.ca/student-services/awards-scholarships
*Our Counselors would also like to draw your attention to the many Strathcona County Family Resources available within the community. Please check out the information and flyer below.**
Bev Facey Upcoming Important Dates
May 22, 2023- Victoria Day (No School)
May 27, 2023- Bev Facey Grad 2023- Ceremony @ 1:00 p.m. (Edmonton Convention Centre)
June 7, 2023- Staff Meeting (Early Out - 2:17 p.m.)
June 12, 2023- Part A English 30-1 & 30-2 Diploma Writing
June 13, 2023- Part A Social 30-1 & 30-2 Diploma Writing
June 15, 2023- Last Instructional Day
June 16 to 27, 2023- Diplomas & Final Exams Writing (refer to schedule)
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