Weekly Wolves Update
Morinville Community High School
Do Your Friends Elevate You? - Old Testament Reading - October 16, 2022
In the second book of the bible, the book of Exodus, we hear powerful stories of God rescuing his chosen people, the nation of Israel. The Israelites. Moses was chosen by God to lead these people through war and wandering. In this battle, Moses doesn't have the strength to win the war by himself so God gives him close friends and allies to literally lift him up. It's a great moment to examine our circle of friends and ask ourselves "Do my friends lift me up to become closer to the person God created me to be?".
INVITE TO SERVE
Principal's Message
Good afternoon parents,
I hope you are all enjoying your weekend. It was another great weekend for sports as you will read in the newsletter. Our annual WCC tournament was a great success. Thank you to all the parents for coming out and supporting our athletes.
Just a reminder that we will have our parent council meeting at 6:30 on Tuesday this week. I will also send out a link for parents who can’t make it but would like to join virtually.
Have a great week.
Damon Clayton, Principal
PHOTO RETAKES
Congratulations to our athletes who participated in the Cross Country Provincials at Enoch!
Western Canadian Challenge (WCC)
Grade 9 Homework Room
Call for Awards Sponsorships
MCHS Spirit Wear
Counselling Spot at MCHS
Morinville Band Parents Association Information
Stand for Education
GRAD 2023 INFORMATION
GRAD ACTIVITY - WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 19
We will be having our first grad activity for the Grade 12s on Wednesday, October 19th at the break between Blocks 1 and 2 on the balcony. All Grade 12s are encouraged to come play a game to get to know their fellow classmates over hot chocolate and donuts.
GRAD SONG
Important Grad Information
GRAD DATE - Saturday June 24 - 2 PM at the Winspear Center- doors open at 1 PM and refreshments will be served
We have a Grad Classroom that students can access with this code - ir4hbdh. Students please sign up as most information will be disseminated through it.
- Are you set up on MyPass? To see diploma results and order transcripts
- Post secondary application begins on October 1st through Apply Alberta
- Scholartree.com is the best place to go check for scholarship
- Grad Rehearsal- Friday June 23 12:00 PM- BBQ and rehearsal to follow at MCCC- attendance is mandatory and the grad class will have their group photo taken after rehearsal
- Grad Retreat will be at Camp Nakamun May 3-4
- Students will be asked in February if they would like to perform or speak at grad
- Grad song is always a contentious issue and in January the students will be asked to nominate songs that are clean and appropriate for grad.
We hope all grads will get involved in the year and the graduation day to make it a special and unique celebration!
An email will be sent home in early October with detailed information to all the above topics.
Helping Your Teen Challenge Their Thoughts
Everyone has negative thoughts sometimes. However, teenagers tend to struggle with more negative thoughts as they navigate school, friendships, and life changes. When we hear our teens expressing negative self-talk to themselves, it is important to work with them on transforming that negative thinking with a more realistic and helpful perspective. Check out the graphic down below with examples of transforming negative thoughts from Big Life Journal, or visit this link for more ways we can build confidence in our teens.
Intersections of Cannabis & Mental Health Workshop
Youth Cannabis Awareness Program (YCAP) and Kickstand will be hosting a special one-time-only online event about the intersections between cannabis use and mental health for youth.
When: October 24, 2022 from 6:00 - 7:15 PM MST
Who: Participants aged 12-25 and adult allies
The event is free and will provide youth a safe space to ask questions about cannabis and mental health. By registering and attending the event, participants will have the chance to win a $50 e-gift card of their choice!
Register here:
Resources in the Office
If you or your child are seeking mental health resources, GSACRD Voice has provided the front office with free booklets, pamphlets, and handouts for you to take and view. Here is what is in the office this week:
How Breathing Affects Feelings (Handout)
Depression & Anxiety Self-Management for Teens (Booklet)
How Do I Talk to My Teenager About Drugs? (Handout)
Alcohol and Health: Low Risk (Booklet)
Alcohol and Adolescents (Booklet)
What Keeps Burnout Going (Handout)
Please come and take what you need! If you are interested in other mental health resources, please see your Wellness Coach, Marina Casavant.
NEW ONLINE PAYMENT PORTAL INFORMATION
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we finalized the migration of our new payment portal into the PowerSchool Parent Portal. As previously mentioned, we will no longer be using School Cash Online and have switched to a new system, which can be accessed through your PowerSchool Parent Portal. Please see the details below to help you navigate to the payment portal.
Where do I find the new payment portal?
The new payment portal can easily be accessed through the PowerSchool Parent Portal using your login credentials. Once you have logged in, scroll down on the left-hand side and click on school fees and forms. Clicking on this link will then take you to the payment portal where all your fees can be found. Please note that this feature is only accessible on the desktop version of PowerSchool.
The link for the PowerSchool Parent Portal should be listed under Quick Links on each school’s website or the GSACRD division website’s landing page.
Click here to access the PowerSchool Parent Portal.
Can partial payments be made in the new payment portal?
Yes, partial payments can be made within the new payment portal. Once you’ve added your items to the portal cart, click on checkout and payment options will be provided.
This also applies to transportation-related fees.
Please contact your school directly if you have paid in SchoolCash Online for this school year.
Will I receive a notification when payments are due?
No, there will not be a notice for payment unless provided by the school. Please monitor your online account for fees and forms that may be added throughout the year (i.e. field trips).
How do I log into the PowerSchool Parent Portal?
If you do not already have a login for the PowerSchool Parent Portal, your school can provide you with an access letter with the ID and password to create an account. Please contact your child's school if you have not received this letter or your access ID and password.
If you already have a login and cannot recall your username or password, please click forgot username and/or password links to proceed.
What else can I find in the PowerSchool Parent Portal?
PowerSchool aims to improve student outcomes, increase educator effectiveness, and enhance operational efficiency with software that simplifies processes. We hope to use PowerSchool as a one-stop shop for important student information.
The PowerSchool Parent Portal includes various essential tools, including the following.
- Report cards
- Current grades
- Student schedules
- Attendance (safe arrival)
- School Messenger (historical notices you may have received)
- School and transportation fees
- School forms
- And more…
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.
SAFE ARRIVAL Information
Healthy Hunger
Caring Closet
School Council Meeting Minutes
THANK YOU TO OUR LOCAL SPONSORS!
Thank you to Morinville Lions Club for sponsoring our WCC Volleyball Tournament!
Key Dates for October
Monday October 17 - Student Photo Retakes
Tuesday October 18 - School Council Meeting @ 6:30 PM
Friday October 21 - PD Day - No school for students
Thursday October 27 - HOWLS lunch
Monday October 31 - Halloween
About Us
Email: ccormier@gsacrd.ab.ca
Website: https://www.mchs.gsacrd.ab.ca/
Location: 9506 100 Avenue, Morinville, AB, Canada
Phone: 780-939-6891
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mchs.wolves
Twitter: @MCHSWolves