December

19 Post Secondary Transitions Workshop at lunch in Room 104 for Indigenous Students
21 RAP Application Support at lunch in Lab D
22 Last Day of School before the break
25 to January 5 – Winter Break

Dear Parents/Guardians,

We are heading into the last week of school before the break. After the break, we return to school on Monday, January 8. We held a virtual assembly on Friday in Period 4 classes to share important information about the final exams in January. If you missed this session, please find the link here to a recording of the assembly: https://youtu.be/OMDJO-s84YE

Student Leadership Initiative

Our students have planned some activities:

WINTER WONDERLAND MONDAY DEC 18 - FRIDAY DEC 22

MONDAY DECEMBER 18 -

♥ Dress-Up Theme: Hat or toque day
♦ Activity: Photos with Santa (Mr. Brandt) at lunch outside the cafeteria

TUESDAY DECEMBER 19 -

♥ Dress-Up Theme: Anything but a backpack day
♦ Activity: Winter trivia at lunch in the cafeteria

WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 20 -

♥ Dress-Up Theme: Wear Winter Wonderland colors - blue and/or white
Santa guest appearance for Welcome Wednesday in the front foyer - First 100 students through the door in blue/white get a candy cane
♦ Activity: Coloring at lunch in the cafeteria

THURSDAY DECEMBER 21 -

♥ Dress-Up Theme: Comfy cozy day (PJs or sweats)
♦ Activity: Hot chocolate ($1) and Grinch movie in the main gym (free entry)

FRIDAY DECEMBER 22 -

♥ Dress-Up Theme: Ugly sweaters!

Drama

A huge thank you to all of the students and staff involved with our most recent Drama production: The Wedding Party, by Kristen Thomson. This was a phenomenal show! Special thanks goes to all the students who acted along with our stage hands, technical crew – sound, lights, sets, projection, props and costume department. We’d also like to thank our stage managers, assistant directors and promotions. Thanks to Ms. Crealock who helped backstage. Last but not least - thank you to Mr. Owen, our Drama Director, for his outstanding leadership and vision! Congratulations to all involved for a fabulous performance!

Model UN

Congratulations to our Model UN team. Our delegates won Most Outstanding delegation, which is the top group prize for the conference. This may be the first time Scarlett has received this top honour, after an exciting competition against teams from Churchill, Western, Wisewood, Westmount and Webber Academy. Go Lancers!
This weekend 14 of our finest competed at the 1st Annual Henry Wise Wood Model United Nations. Delegates were debating a variety of topics, and also representing characters from 2 special committees – the Court of Camelot and Dune. A huge thank you to all students who competed and to our teacher in charge Ms. Pelletier who has long helped build up this club at Scarlett. Thanks also to Mr. Hawboldt who assists the team as well. We are so proud of you all!
Special congratulations to:

• Most Diplomatic – Vivaan S – Belgium, European Union
• Most potential – Krrish S – Canada, UN office of counter terrorism
• Most potential – Selina L – Gurney Halleck – DUNE
• Best delegate – Ayush C – Duke Leto Atreides - DUNE

Last Call for Grad Photos

For those who missed the grad photo session at the school, Lifetouch has Studio days at their Calgary office. Currently open from December 8th till January 5th.Please use the link below to book your grad photo session.
https://booknow.appointment-plus.com/1dqj327c/?e_id=5556Athletics

Student ID Card

Do you have a student ID card? A student ID card is required to sign out textbooks and class novels. If you do not have a government issued ID card, you will be required to have a student ID card to write diploma exams. Please see Mrs. Miller in the Learning Commons to have your student ID printed. Lost your card? See Ms. Popp in the business office for a $5 replacement.

Are You Interested in Joining Scarlett Rugby?

We will be having an interest meeting Wednesday Dec 20 in room 140 for all girls and boys interested in joining the school teams!!

• We will be running a girls team and a junior boys and senior boys team this year!
• No experience necessary
• No cut team – there is no tryout to make the team! Everyone welcome!!
• Free hot dog provided at the interest meeting!! Vegetarian option also available. *While supplies last – hotdogs sponsored by a local sponsor.
• Rugby season starts March 11!

Advanced Placement Exam – Accommodations

If you are writing an Advanced Placement exam this year (either for a first semester or second semester class) and would like to apply for accommodations, please contact Ms. Rip at slrip@cbe.ab.ca by Friday, January 12. Please note that accommodations used in class or for diploma exams do NOT automatically transfer to AP exams; an application must be sent by Ms. Rip directly to The College Board. Contact Ms. Rip with any further questions.

Course Changes for Semester 2

Student Services is now accepting requests for course changes for semester two. The online form will be open until January 14 at 11:59pm. Some restrictions apply; students are asked to discuss the requests with their family, and read through the important points on the form before making their requests, as only one submission will be considered. Students are encouraged to book an appointment with their guidance counsellor if they have any questions regarding course planning.
http://bit.ly/EPSCourseChangeSemesterTwo

The CBe-Learn (Online Learning) Semester Two course registration request form is now open, with counsellors entering requests once the online registration software opens in January. Counsellors will be adhering to priority registration, as outlined by CBE-Learn. Please read the first page of the form for further details.
https://bit.ly/CBELearnSem2EPS

2023-2024 Yearbooks On Sale Now

This year’s book can be purchased at https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A09700519 for $50. Copies are limited, so don’t miss out on this perfect keepsake!

Badminton

Badminton Interest Meeting - December 19 at Lunch in the main gym! Bring your lunch and come learn more about the Badminton team! Tryouts start Jan 31!

Careers in Computer Science and Technology

Do you want insight into the careers revolving around the technological devices we use every day? Does computer science or technology interest you?

Join on December 19 from 5-6 pm MDT to hear about careers in Computer Science & Technology and have your questions answered! Hear from professionals in the technological field including a software engineer, a team lead in software development, an assistant math and computing professor at MRU and a career services specialist in science and tech at MRU. You will have the opportunity to submit any specific questions you have for the panellists beforehand AND interact with them during the webinar through the Q&A feature. Learn about the panellists’ unique career experiences, perspectives, and valuable advice while getting YOUR questions answered. Go to joytojob.com to sign up for the webinar. We hope to see you there!

*We encourage you to submit questions upon signing up.

You can also check out future webinars, such as the upcoming Law and Humanities Webinar in January and the Sciences Webinar in February, at joytojob.com and sign up to be notified when registration opens.

U of A Getaway

Now accepting applications for 20 lucky students to spend a weekend away at the University of Alberta.

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
The application deadline is January 31, 2024.

Women in Engineering – University of Calgary – February 22, 2024

Join the University of Calgary for a FREE annual event designed to introduce Grade 10 and 11 girls and non-binary youth to the exciting world of engineering! Please note, Grade 12s may come if space permits.

Not only can students find out more about the diverse array of engineering disciplines they can choose from, they get a "day-in-the-life" experience of what studying engineering with us would be like.

This fun and engaging day includes:

• Interactive Engineering Demos
• Engineering Design Challenge
• Department Fair
• Keynote Speaker
• Free lunch

Date: Thursday, February 22, 2024
Location: Schulich School of Engineering, ENC 70
Time: 8:45 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., registration opens at 8 a.m.

Please complete the form below to express interest in attending the event:

Youth Employability & Skills Strategy (YESS)

Are you an immigrant youth looking for a job or to grow your skills?

The YESS Program can support you in building skills for successful employment and career development. This program allows youth to navigate occupations, strengthen job search strategies, enhance soft skills, build networking and connect with certified training institutions. One-on-one coaching and other services will be provided to help youth achieve and maintain employment. Email aruay@cbfy.ca for more information

Grade 11 Scholarship Opportunity

The Horatio Alger Association of Canada provides $1.2 million annually in need-based scholarship support for deserving students in all Canadian provinces and territories.

Scholarships of up to $10,000 are awarded to full-time students in Grade 11 with financial need who have demonstrated integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, a commitment to pursue a post-secondary education, a desire to contribute to society, and a good academic record.

REQUIREMENTS

To be eligible to apply for the Horatio Alger Scholarships of Canada, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be a current Grade 11 student with plans to graduate from high school and enter university in Fall 2025
• Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor's degree program at an accredited university
• Prove critical financial need ($65,000 or less annual net income per family is required)
• Demonstrate desire and ability to be entrepreneurial in a chosen field
• Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities
• Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity
• Maintain a minimum grade percentage of 70
• Attend high school and reside in Canada
• Be Canadian citizens

Click here for the link

You can find the information on the Scholarship D2L course under Scholarships and Bursaries.

We hope you have a good weekend.
Sincerely,
Carma Cornea

Principal