Week of 12/18-12/25
Happy Holidays!
Happy Holidays
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Wishing you a safe and relaxing holiday season.
Important Dates
- Monday, December 18 - Friday, December 22 - Concession will be OPEN
- Monday, December 18 - Sr. High Girls Basketball in Trochu (Gr. 10-12)
- Tuesday, December 19 - Subway Hot Lunch (K-6)
- Tuesday, December 19 - Last Day to Purchase Candy Grams
- Wednesday, December 20 - Blizzard "Whiteout" Day (Wear White)
- Wednesday, December 20 - January Hot Lunch Forms Due
- Wednesday, December 20 - Grade 7 Field Trip to the Tyrrell Museum
- Wednesday, December 20 - Sr. High Basketball in Three Hills/PCA (Gr 10-12)
- Thursday, December 21 - Sparkles & Sequins Day
- Thursday, December 21 - ECS Christmas Concert @ 2:00 pm in the Theatre
- Thursday, December 21 - Grade 1-6 Christmas Concert @ 6:00 pm in North Gym
- Friday, December 22 - Grad Auction Work Day
- Friday, December 22 - Crazy Christmas Wear
- Saturday, December 23 - Sunday, January 7 - Christmas Break - No School
JV Girls Basketball Home Tournament
Congratulations to the JV Girls Basketball team for winning their home tournament this weekend.
Yearbook Candy Grams
Last day to purchase Candy Grams is Tuesday, December 19 at 10:16-10:33 am (first recess) by the K-2 and grade 4-6 boot rooms.
Sr. High Boys Basketball Tournament in Drumheller
The Senior High Boys Basketball team placed 5th at the Drumheller tournament the December 15/16 weekend.
Concession OPEN December 18-22
The Concession will be open from Monday, December 18-Friday, December 22. Please help us welcome Annie Davies, Food Service Worker.
Physical Education - Stuntnastics
Grade 9 girls pyramid from their stuntnastics routine.
January Hot Lunch (K-6)
Tuesday, January 9 - Pizza Hot Lunch (K-6)
Tuesday, January 16 - Freson Chicken Pot Pie Hot Lunch (K-6)
Tuesday, January 23 - Subway Hot Lunch (K-6)
Tuesday, January 30 - Karin Miller Turkey Wrap & Mini Orange Hot Lunch (K-6)
Hot Lunch Forms are due Wednesday, December 20. There will be NO extensions due to the Christmas holidays.
J. C. Charyk Final Exam Schedule - January 2024
Hanna Hawks Football Banquet
The Hanna Hawks Football teams (Gr. 7-12) will be having their annual football banquet on Thursday, January 11, 2024. Supper is at 6:00pm at J. C. Charyk Hanna School. Tickets are $30/EA and are available to purchase at the J.C. Charyk office or email brandi.benedict@plrd.ab.ca to reserve your tickets. Final numbers will need to be sent to the caterer on Thursday, January 4, so please reserve your tickets as soon as possible.
Homestay Program - Host an International Student
The Homestay Program is an opportunity for cultural exchange between Canadians and international students. Our host families are an integral part of our International Student Program; their active and enthusiastic participation in our program enhances each student’s cultural experience and ensures that students can maximize their time in Canada. If you are interested in becoming a homestay family, please see the attached pdf.
Upcoming Important Dates
- Monday, January 8 - Classes Resume for Students
- Tuesday, January 9 - Pizza Hot Lunch (K-6)
- Tuesday, January 9 - Early Dismissal @ 2:35 pm
- Wednesday, January 10 - English 30-1/30/2 Diploma Exam Part A @ 9:00 am
- Wednesday, January 10 - SWAT Team Meeting @ 11:44 am
- Thursday, January 11 - Social Studies 30-1/30-2 Diploma Exam Part A @ 9:00 am
- Tuesday, January 16 - Freson Chicken Pot Pie Hot Lunch (K-6)
- Monday, January 22 - Math 30-1/30-2 Diploma Exam @ 9:00 am
- Tuesday, January 23 - English 30-1/30-2 Diploma Exam Part B @ 9:00 am
- Tuesday, January 23 - Subway Hot Lunch (K-6)
- Tuesday, January 23 - Last Day of First Semester Classes for Senior High Students (Gr. 10-12)
- Wednesday, January 24 - Math 10C Final Exam @ 9:00 am
- Wednesday, January 24 - Math 20-1/20-2 Final Exam @ 9:00 am
- Wednesday, January 24 - Social 30-1/30-2 Diploma Exam @ 9:00 am
- Thursday, January 25 - Social 10-1/10-2 Final Exam @ 9:00 am
- Thursday, January 25 - Social 20-1/20-2 Final Exam @ 9:00 am
- Friday, January 26 - Chemistry 30 Diploma Exam @ 9:00 am
- Friday, January 26 - English 10-1/10-2 Final Exam @ 9:00am
- Friday, January 26 - English 20-1/20-2 Final Exam @ 9:00 am
- Monday, January 29 - Chemistry 20 Final Exam @ 9:00 am
- Monday, January 29 - Science 10 Final Exam @ 9:00 am
- Tuesday, January 30 - Karin Miller Turkey Wrap and Mini Orange Hot Lunch (K-6)
- Wednesday, January 31 - No School PD Day
- Thursday, February 1 - Second Semester Begins
- Thursday, February 1 - Youth Wellness Evening 5:00 pm
- Friday, February 2 - Gr. 7-12 Report Cards
Youth Wellness Evening - The Perfect Christmas Present
Buy your child or friend a ticket to the Wellness Youth Evening on February 1, 2024. This event will be open to all youth in grades 7-12 and take place at J.C. Charyk Hanna School. Kicking things off is Hanna’s famous country singer Garrett Gregory who has been singing in bands and competitions across Canada since he was 8 years old! This will be followed by a delicious catered pasta meal. At 7:00 pm Chris Koch, our keynote speaker will present to the youth. Chris is a farm boy turned into a world traveler, who has set out on his latest adventure, bringing his "If I Can" message global. Despite being born without arms and legs Chris motivates others to inspire themselves and build the life they dream of. We will end the evening with line dancing lessons by Nadine Hein and a dance sponsored by Dally Up and Dance!
Upcoming Sports
- Friday, January 12 & Saturday, January 13 -JV Girls Basketball Tournament in Strathmore (Gr. 10 & 11)
- Friday, January 12 & Saturday, January 13 -Jr High Girls & Boys Basketball Tournament in Castor (Gr. 7 & 8)
- Friday, January 12 & Saturday, January 13 - Sr. High Boys Basketball Tournament in Rosemary (Grade 10-12)
- Wednesday, January 17 - Sr. High Basketball vs. Three Hills in Hanna
- Friday, January 19 & Saturday January 20 - JV Girls Basketball Tournament in Diamond Valley (Gr. 10 & 11)
- Friday, January 26 & Saturday, January 27 - Jr. High Boys Basketball Tournament in Three Hills (Gr. 7-9)
- Friday, January 26 & Saturday, January 27 - Jr. High Girls Basketball Tournament in Rosemary (Gr. 7 & 8)
- Friday, January 26 & Saturday, January 27 - Sr. High Boys Basketball Tournament in Forestburg (Gr 10-12)
Grade 4 Alberta Regions Dioramas
Miss Palmer’s grade 4 students working hard on their dioramas of the Alberta regions for Social.
U of A Getaway
We are now accepting applications for 20 lucky students to spend a weekend away at the U of A. Their adventure will include transportation reimbursement*, accommodations, meals and a jam-packed schedule of events. They will stay in residence, visit state-of-the-art facilities, uncover hidden gems on campus and experience U of A student life first-hand. We’ll also take them around our city, including our breathtaking river valley and iconic West Edmonton Mall.
Who: 20 Grade 11 Students From Across Canada
What: U of A Getaway
When: May 24 - 26, 2024
Where: University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta
Students can learn more and apply at uab.ca/getaway. The application deadline is January 31, 2024.
Hanna Elks #451 Tabs for Tots
The Hanna Elks will be collecting pop can tabs and tin foil before Christmas break. The class that collects the most will win a pizza and juice party in January 2024.
J. C. Charyk Hanna School Clothing Store
J. C. Charyk Hanna School
Don't hesitate to reach out if you need anything!
Phone: 403-854-3642
Email: jccharykschool@plrd.ab.ca
Website: https://jcc.plrd.ab.ca/
Address: Box 1270 Hanna, Alberta T0J 1P0
801 4th Street W. Hanna