EIPS Parent & Caregiver Survey Closes March 23
Make sure to complete the 2023 EIPS Annual Feedback Survey: For parents and caregivers—open from March 1-23. EIPS conducts the feedback survey to gauge its progress toward meeting the goals and priorities outlined in its Four-Year Education Plan. Families are asked a series of questions about their experiences with EIPS and Next Step, the overall performance of the Division, the quality of education being provided to students and areas for improvement. The survey input helps the Division develop new strategies to better serve students and the wider community. Complete the survey here EIPS Feedback Survey
Upcoming events
March 1-23: EIPS Parent & Caregiver Survey EIPS Feedback Survey
March 21: World Poetry Day
March 20-21: Sherwood Park Grad Photo bookings
March 23: Candle Day with Elder Wilson 9:30 a.m. SPO
March 23: EIPS Parent and Student survey closes
March 24-April 2: Spring Break
April 7: Good Friday No School
April 9: Vimy Ridge Day
April 10: Easter Monday No School
April 12: Registered Apprenticeship Info evening 6:30 p.m.
April 16-22: National Volunteer Week
April 17-24: Quarter 3 Diploma Exams
April 18: Young Leaders Summit
April 18: School Advisory Council 6 p.m.
April 22: Earth Day
April 25: Parent Teacher Conferences (FSO)
April 26: Parent Teacher Conferences (SPO, VGO)
Summer School Registration
Registration for EIPS Summer School opens March 15. The Summer School program offers a number of senior high courses that allow students to earn credits, upgrade marks, lighten workloads for the year ahead or finish pre-requisite courses. Summer School classes will take place in person in Sherwood Park. https://www.eipscontinuinged.ca/
Courses include (*Diploma Exam Courses):
- Biology 20 and 30*
- Chemistry 20 and 30*
- English Language Arts 20-1, 20-2, 30-1* and 30-2*
- Mathematics 10-3, 10C, 20-1, 20-2, 30-1* and 30-2*
- Physics 20 and 30*
- Science 10 and 30*
- Social Studies 20-1, 20-2, 30-1* and 30-2*
- Foundations in Industry Workplace Safety Training
- Personal Fitness 10, 20 and 30
- Career and Life Management (CALM) 20
- Physical Education 10
- Work Experience 15, 25 and 35 and Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP)
Headstrong GSA Mental Health Conference
The Alberta GSA Conference is hosting the Headstrong GSA Mental Health Conference on Saturday, April 22 in Edmonton. It will include mental health keynote speeches, a concert, physical wellness activities, and breakout activities. Conference is free to attend and deadline to register is March 22. Please contact Elli Hansen Elli.Hansen@eips.ca for more info.
Strathcona County Awards of Excellence
Nominations for the Strathcona County Awards of Excellence are open now! These awards recognize residents of the county for their outstanding contributions and achievements. The deadline to submit nominations is March 27. Awards of Excellence Website
Grad 2023 Information
Next Step Graduation Ceremony is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. Friday, June 9 at the Shell Theatre, (DOW Centre) Fort Saskatchewan. Tickets will be available at no cost to families. Each graduate will be able to receive up to 8 tickets. Students will receive their graduation gown, cap, tassel and stole prior to the graduation ceremony. Students keep their cap, tassel and stole. There is no cost to students for taking Grad portraits. Photos are booked for Sherwood Park March 20-21 contact Aley.Kulbaba@eips.ca
School Advisory Council Meeting
Our last hybrid meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 18 in Sherwood Park. We hope you can join us in-person or virtually. Meeting starts at 6 p.m. Regular attendance is not required. Please check out our school calendar and NSO Weekly News for scheduled School Advisory Council Meetings. Agenda and last meeting Minutes to follow. Sign Up HERE
Hours of Operation
Students & families can access our campus during the following times:
Monday 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.Tuesday 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Wednesday 8:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Thursday 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Friday 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
