Notre Dame News
January 24-28
O sing a new song to the Lord; sing to the Lord, all the earth. (Psalm 95.1)
Important Dates:
January 24: Last day of classes
January 25: Final exams (am: Block 1, pm: Block 3)
January 26: Final exams (am: Block 2, pm: Block 4)
January 27: Final exam make-up day
January 28-January 31: No school for students
February 1: First day of semester 2
ND Timetable Change Requests
The timetable change request form is now CLOSED.
Changes to Semester 2 will not be permitted once Semester 2 begins on February 1st.
Learning Commons: Textbooks
(Refunds will be available into the beginning of semester 2).
Fine Arts
Athletics: Basketball
- SR BASKETBALL vs Lindsay Thurber
- Girls at 6:00 pm - boys at 8:00 pm
- Game will be livestreamed on school's Facebook account (Notre Dame RD)
- 4 family members allowed/student-athlete
CTS - Design + Build
ND is Going to Switzerland & Italy Spring 2023!
Alpha Youth Series is back!
Grad Photos
Be sure to remember your photo time. Don't forget or be late! A few things to note...
- Every grad needs to have a photo taken.
- If you want a yearbook photo only, with no option to purchase photos, please book a standard session, scroll past the payment screen and click continue. When you arrive for your appointment, let photographers know you want the free, yearbook only session. It will be about 10 minutes, but remember, you will not have the option to purchase photos.
- If you book the $40 standard session and you do not have a credit card for payment, no worries, scroll past the credit card information window and click continue. You can still book your appointment and will be able to pay at the time of your session. Photographers take cheque, cash or debit.
Grad Service Project: Making a Difference!
We are excited to raise funds and awareness for CARE and help to celebrate diversity in our community.
All ND students, St Francis Grade 9 students and their families are encouraged to get involved! Don't miss out.
Create or join a team! 6 students, 1 ND staffer, 1 parent. Each team is challenged to raise at least $2022 for the chosen charity - prizes for the team that raises the most money!
All teams will attempt to complete challenges, activites, puzzles and tasks during the event week - April 4-9. The biggest challenge - the 24 hour scavenger hunt with 2022 items to be collected. Think you can do it? See Ms. Nivens for a registration form. Be ready to have a blast and make a difference!
Grad Fashion Show
Grad Fashion Show! Please bring all forms (signed by parents) to Mrs. Letwin in 1906. We need to have an idea of the interest for the fashion show! March 23rd is the DATE!!!
Prayer and Praise - Will start again in Semester 2!
myBlueprint Scholarships
- Diversity Scholarship (apply by April 30)
- Financial Wellness Scholarship (apply by April 30)
- Future Women Leaders Scholarship (apply by April 30)
- STEM Scholarship (apply by April 30)
- myBlueprint $1000 Scholarship (enter the contest by May 28)
Eligibility requirements differ by scholarship. For more information visit: https://education.myblueprint.ca/scotia/
Good luck!
UCalgary Awards Session for Prospective High School Students
Event Date: January 27, 2022 5:00-6:00 PM
Location: Virtual
The University of Calgary is hosting an Undergraduate Awards Application information session for any prospective students who are currently in high school and wanting to apply or have applied to an Undergraduate program at the University.
Prospective applicants will receive a walkthrough of the Undergraduate Awards application, some tips on how to complete the application, and guidance on understanding what awards are available for students.
This session will be hosted by a Student Recruitment Advisor from the Recruitment & Admissions Office.
Please note that this event is specifically intended for high school applicants and will not cover information related to transfer applicants.
U of A Getaway for Grade 11 Students
The adventure will include transportation reimbursement (up to a maximum based on location), accommodations, meals, and a jam-packed schedule of events! This event is open to Grade 11 students throughout Canada and will take place May 27 - 29, 2022. Students can apply at uab.ca/getaway. (The application deadline is January 28, 2022.)
Upcoming RAP & Internship Opportunities
- Future Ag (Red Deer) is looking for a student interested in Heavy or Agricultural Equipment to begin an internship in Semester 2.
- Fortis (Rocky/Red Deer) is looking to hire a student this summer. Students must have a Driver’s License and be fully vaccinated. Applications and Cover Letter/Resumes need to be submitted by May 1.
- Ceres Solutions (Olds/Crossfield) is looking for 3 student interns for Semester 2 to work in their unique mushroom farm facility. Students should have a Driver’s License and be interested in horticulture, technology, and sustainability.
- Information & Communication Technology Internship: This is a super cool opportunity for a dog breeding business in Central Alberta. The employer is looking for a keen student to do web development and social media work. To learn more about these opportunities, please contact Mrs. Millar by email (Tracey.Millar@rdcrs.ca).
John Hasselfield Endowment Fund
The deadline to apply is March 1.
More info can be found here: http://www.johnhasselfield.com/applandselect.html
Optimist International Oratorical Contest 2022
The scholarship money is at District, Regional and Worlds and is $2,500, $5,000 and $15,000 respectively. This year the District Oratorical contest will be held in Red Deer on May 7, 2022. In order to compete, contestants must submit their registration by March 11.
For more information, please visit: https://www.optimist.org/Documents/programs/2022/21-22_Oratorical_Club_Planning_Guide.pdf