Week of 11/6-11/19
We Will Remember Them
Important Dates
- Tuesday, November 7 - Pizza Hot Lunch (K-6)
- Tuesday, November 7 - Early Dismissal @ 2:35 pm
- Tuesday, November 7 - Last Day for Cross Country - Growing Smiles Fundraiser
- Wednesday, November 8 - December Hot Lunch Forms Due (K-6)
- Wednesday, November 8 - Sr. High Girls Volleyball - Trochu in Hanna (Gr. 11 & 12)
- Wednesday, November 8 - Last Day for Grade 5 Field Trip to Circle Square Ranch Fundraiser - DFS
- Wednesday, November 8 - Sr. High Football vs. Millwoods in Hanna @ 3:00 pm (Gr. 10-12)
- Thursday, November 9 - Agritrade Show Field Trip to Red Deer (Gr. 9-12)
- Friday, November 10 - Remembrance Day Ceremony @ 10:45 am
- Friday, November 10 - Grade 7-12 Report Cards
- Friday, November 10 - Last Day to Sign up for Grade 4-6 Girls Basketball
- Friday, November 10 & Saturday, November 11 - Jr. High Girls Volleyball Zones in Bassano (Gr. 7-9 Team Black)
- Friday, November 11 - Remembrance Day
- Monday, November 13 - Friday, November 17 - No School
- Friday, November 17 & Saturday, November 18 - JV Girls Volleyball Zones in Diamond Valley (Gr. 10 & 11)
- Saturday, November 18 - ASAA 6- Man Senior High Football Semi Finals in Hanna @ 1:00 pm (Gr. 10-12)
Remembrance Day Poppies
The Legion will provide a poppy for each student for our Remembrance Day Ceremony on Friday, November 10 at 10:45 am. The school has a Legion donation box in the office for anyone who is interested in donating.
Edsembli ConnectEd (Grade 7-12)
Terry Fox Fundraising Challenges
The J.C.C. students got to take part in some fun Terry Fox fundraising challenges! There was a lime eating contest won by our very own Mrs. Benedict, a cookie baking competition won by Mrs. Johnston's class, an Oreo rolling competition where volunteering contestants took a chance at rolling an Oreo into bbq sauce, mustard, ranch, and more! As well, the grade 12’s volunteered for a pudding challenge where the grade 3 classes were their 'arms' for the event - much laughter and smiles were shared by all!! The emcees for the event were grade 12 students Tenley Warburton, Abby Kingcott, and Julia Cavenagh. Good job on the fundraising for 2023 and we look forward to the Terry Fox event next year in 2024!
Cross Country - Growing Smiles Fundraiser
The Hanna Cross Country Team will be running a Growing Smiles fundraiser this November. The picture below shows products that will be available for purchase. Click on the link below to order online or stop by the office for an order form. Orders are due Tuesday, November 7 and pick-up is Friday, November 24.
Volleyball Academy (Gr. 7-12)
As the first term for junior high options wraps up, our Volleyball Academy students played a game against the teachers on Friday, November 3. A good time was had by all staff and students involved.
Family Resource Worker
Family Resource Worker
Job Code: 3595680
Job Details
This position is currently posted internally to CUPE employees for 5 working days until 4:30 p.m. September 22nd, 2023 as per the CUPE Local 5829 Collective Agreement.
We are currently looking for a compassionate, self-motivated individual to join our team as a Family Resource Worker. Within a school-based setting you will assist students and their families with a wide range of social, emotional and behavioral challenges. Our ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, a high level of sound and independent judgement along with a commitment to confidentiality. Effective planning and organizational strategies and the ability to contribute within a team environment are essential.
This is a 10-month, full time temporary maternity leave replacement position (1.0 FTW) working five days per week, 7.5 hours per day, September to June, in the Hanna and Youngstown areas. Emergency call out over July and August may be required. Travel to other areas within the division will be required. Responsibilities will commence January 8th, 2024.
Preference will be given to a candidate who has acquired a College Diploma or a University Degree in a human services/health related field (a degree in Social Work would be preferred). A combination of education, training and relevant experience may be considered. You must hold a membership or be eligible to hold a membership within your professional designation. You will possess a valid Class 5 Alberta driver’s license, along with valid insurance and a reliable vehicle for travel.
Competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
Thank you to all applicants, but only those who will be interviewed will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to provide a Criminal Record Check and Child Intervention Check satisfactory to PLRD prior to commencement. Please quote competition number on application.
Grade 5 Field Trip Fundraiser
Every year, grade 5 students have the opportunity to go on a field trip to Circle Square Ranch. This typically is an overnight field trip that is enjoyed by all students. Due to the cost of this field trip, grade 5 students are required to do some fundraising. Please click on the link below to support the grade 5 students trip to Circle Square Ranch.
Organization ID 8218
Participant ID 0027426
Submit orders by November 8
Junior Boys Basketball
We're excited to announce that Junior High Boys Basketball will be starting Monday, November 20th at 5:00 pm for any boys in grades 7-9. Practices are Monday's and Wednesday's 5-6:30pm. Hope to see you there!
Mr. Gregson and Mr. Olsen
Grade 4-6 Elementary Girls Basketball
Elementary Girls Basketball for students in grades 4-6 will start November 23 and run until the end of March.
It will run every Thursday except for school holidays from 5:30 – 7:00 pm in the South gym.
Requirements will be gym clothes, clean running shoes, water bottle and a size 5 basketball.
Please indicate if you require a ball.
Registration forms are due back by November 10 so we can plan for numbers and order balls.
Grade 9 Take Your Kid to Work Day
Grade 9 students participated in Take Our Kids to Work Day on November 1
Grade 4-6 Hockey Academy
Grade 4-6 Hockey Academy will commence on Tuesday, November 21. This program will run on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:51 pm – 3:15 pm. Full approved hockey equipment will be required. This is a fantastic opportunity for students to improve their fitness and hockey skills while building character and improving mental agility. Students will learn about cooperation and teamwork and the importance of showing respect for others. Mr. Clint Mohl will be the teacher for this program.
This is an optional program for interested students (please note that students do not have to play hockey to participate but they will need full hockey equipment and basic skating skills). Students will leave the school at 1:51 pm and walk to the hockey arena (Mr. Mohl will haul equipment). Students will need to be picked up at the arena at 3:30 pm. If you are interested in your student participating in this program, please fill out a consent form (online or hard copy). If you have any questions or need help finding equipment, please do not hesitate to contact the school at 403-854-3642. Students will be required to keep their grades at an acceptable level and to behave appropriately to remain in the program.
4-H Public Speaking - Canadian Young Speakers for Agriculture Competition in Toronto
Tenley Warburton, Grade 12 student at J. C. Charyk won 1st place at the 4-H Provincial public speaking competition in April as well as 1st place in the Alberta Young Speakers for Agriculture Competition in July which then took her to Toronto this past weekend to compete in the Canadian Young Speakers for Agriculture Competition. As a 17 year old, she was one of the youngest competing against 24 year olds. In the end, out of 12 speakers across Canada and even Scotland, Tenley placed 3rd! Congratulations Tenley!
Raising Digitally Responsible Youth
Safer Schools Together acknowledges the challenges of modern parenting, especially with the surge in technology and social media. To assist, they're offering access to their guide, "Raising Digitally Responsible Youth." Aimed at parents and caregivers, this guide provides insights into popular social media platforms, video games, and emerging trends that children might engage with. It includes practical tips, step-by-step instructions, and definitions for widely used apps like TikTok, Snapchat, and Instagram. The best part? It's complimentary, allowing schools to share this valuable resource within their parent community for free!
2022-2023 Yearbooks
2022-2023 Yearbooks have arrived! If you have pre-ordered a yearbook or would like to purchase a yearbook for $30.00, please stop by the JCC school office.
November 20-30
- Tuesday, November 21 - Freson 1/2 Ham Sandwich & Potato Soup Hot Lunch (K-6)
- Tuesday, November 21 - Careers Next Generation Presentation (Gr. 10)
- Wednesday, November 22 & Thursday, November 23 - Gr. 7-12 Report Card Interviews/Student Led Conferences 4:00-7:00 pm in Teacher's Classrooms
- Wednesday, November 22 - Ag Connections Conference in Medicine Hat (Gr. 9-12)
- Friday, November 24 - K-6 Report Card Checklists
- Monday, November 27 - School Council Meeting @ 7:00 pm in the Theatre
- Monday, November 27 - Thursday, November 30 - K-6 Student Led Conferences
- Monday, November 27 - Thursday, November 30 - Scholastic Book Fair
- Tuesday, November 28 - Subway Hot Lunch (K-6)
Sports - November 20-24
- Monday, November 20 - Junior High Boys Basketball Begins 5:00-6:30 pm (Gr. 7-9)
- Thursday, November 23 - Grade 4-6 Girls Basketball Begins 5:30 - 7:00 pm
- Friday, November 24 - ASAA 6-Man Football Provincial Finals
Report Card Interviews/Student Led Conferences/Celebration of Learning
- Wednesday, November 22 & Thursday, November 23 - Grade 7-12 Report Card Interviews/Grade 7-9 Student Led Conferences/Celebration of Learning from 4:00-7:00 pm in Teacher's Classrooms
Mr. C. Raugust – 107 (his normal office)
Ms. Lee – 199
Ms. Burgemeister – 198
Mrs. Stanger – 197
Mr. Wales – 192
Mr. Lewis – 190
Ms. Moulton – 188
Mrs. Johnston - 186
Mr. Mohl – 180
Mr. Judson – 180
Ms. Todd – 180
Mrs. Hein – 179
Mrs. Neigel – 177
Mr. Christensen – 176
Mrs. King – 165
Mr. Gregson - 170
Ms. Sprentz – 167
- Monday, November 27 - Thursday, November 30 - K-6 Student Led Conferences/Celebration of Learning
Legion Remembrance Day Contest
We have new entry forms this year and our Literary Contest has been named after Rabbi Bulka. The Literary Contests are open to students in grades 4 -12. All students from K - 12 are eligible to enter the Poster Contests, and the video contests are open to students in grade 7-12. Please click on the following link for information and entry forms. Please make sure to use the new entry forms for the students' submissions. The Deadline for the poster and Rabbi Bulka Literary contests is November 30.
"We Will Remember Them"
Halloween Activities
The J.C.C. students celebrated a fun-filled Halloween!! The grade 12’s hosted their 3rd annual Trunk or Treat activity for the grade K-6 classes, and the entire school had a Halloween parade with lots of costume prizes! The emcees for the event were grade 12 students Avery Roncin and Taylor Mashon. As well, prizes for best Halloween drawings were announced and the winner of the coveted candy contest! Our annual class pumpkin contest was won by Mr. Christensen’s class and Miss Gibson’s class. Well done!!! It was a a fabulous day and the costumes were outstanding! Hope everyone had a fantastic Halloween at J.C.C.!
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.
Samaritan's Purse Operation Christmas Child
We have Samaritan's Purse Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes at the school for any interested staff or students. If interested in filling a shoebox, please stop by the office to pick up a shoebox and return it by November 17 to the Hanna Alliance Church.
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