January

26 AP Biology Kananaskis Trip
29 Scarlett Open House and Grade 9 Tours
31 Students back for classes and Semester 2

Dear Parents & Guardians

Please find our exam schedule on the school website: https://school.cbe.ab.ca/school/drepscarlett/teaching-learning/exams-graduation/exam-schedule/pages/default.aspx. Please remember to return all textbooks as soon as possible.

Marks in MyCBE / PowerSchool

On January 19 at 9:00 AM mark visibility was turned off on PowerSchool to allow teachers the opportunity to finalize marks and enter comments. If you would like an update on your child/ren’s marks after January 19, you can reach out directly to the teacher via email. Their emails are on our website. On January 30 the semester 1 report cards will be visible on MyCBE.

A reminder to families, report cards are no longer printed and can only be accessed online through MyCBE. If you need support accessing MyCBE please contact the main office. Please use this link to get started: https://school.cbe.ab.ca/school/DrEPScarlett/about-us/news-centre/_layouts/15/ci/post.aspx?oaid=b04bec2c-9dfc-46c2-ae18-18db06559a5c&oact=20001

Fun Lunch

Thanks to our parents for organizing this for students. This is an optional service for families and the decision to participate is up to each family. We have not reviewed the health standards at each restaurant so we encourage families to make an informed choice.

• Feb 1 Boston Pizza
• Feb 8 A&W
• Feb 22 Wok Box

To participate in fun lunches create an account at www.healthyhunger.ca to register. You will be notified when new lunches are posted and be able to view up-coming lunches, place orders and pay for orders online.

Bus Service Next Week

Express buses to Dr. E.P. Scarlett continue regular service each weekday in January during exams, with the exception of January 25, 26, 29, and 30. January 25, 26, 29, and 30 only have diploma exams.

Buses arrive and leave at their typical times; we are not able to alter Calgary Transit express bus times to be coordinated with our exams in any way. Students who come to school in the afternoon for an exam after the express bus has already arrived, or who leave at the end of an exam before the express bus arrives, will need to take other Calgary Transit buses or arrange alternative transportation.

Express buses return to their regular service on January 31, the first day of Semester 2 classes.

Scarlett Open House and Grade 9 Tours – Jan. 29

We will be hosting our future students at Scarlett. In the evening their families will be invited as well. More information can be found here on our website https://school.cbe.ab.ca/school/drepscarlett/about-us/news-centre/_layouts/15/ci/post.aspx?oaid=a73ff1c0-a5b9-4ca9-aef0-71138389e1a6&oact=20001. If you have questions please reach out to Mr. Gibbs the AP in charge at: myagibbs@cbe.ab.ca.

Language Course Challenge

CBE Languages is running the next offering of the Languages Course Challenge program for Grades 10-12 students on Saturday, Feb. 24 and Saturday, March 16. Registrations are now open and the guide has been updated with writing dates and locations for the Winter 2024 session. Applications are due to Guidance Counsellors by Thursday February 8. The Family & Student Guide is and includes the registration form.

In addition to French, student can challenge language exams for Arabic, Cantonese, German, Mandarin, Punjabi, Spanish, Ukrainian, Filipino, Italian and Japanese.

FRENCH 30-3Y Language Course Challenge --> Deadline for signing up is February 8

It's that time of year again - the CBE has announced the date for the Semester 2 French 30-3Y language course challenge. The exam will take place at Western Canada High School on Saturday, Part A will be held on February 24, 2024 starting no later than 8:30am for check-in and Part B will be held on Saturday, March 16, 2024 at 8:30 a.m location to be determined. We encourage our French Immersion students in grades 10-12 to consider taking the French 30-3Y language course challenge prior to graduating. This course challenge is offered every school year in both Semester 1 and Semester 2, therefore it is NOT urgent to sign up if you are in grades 10 or 11, but something to definitely consider signing up for if you are in grade 12. The French 30-3Y course challenge offers students a great opportunity to put to good use all of the hard work they've put into their French language learning and earn extra credits at the same time. The benefits related to this challenge exam are plenty, some of which are outlined in the information booklet that is attached here. Additional information on the particulars of the exam is in the booklet as well, however you can also feel free to reach out to me at nahumenjuk@cbe.ab.ca if you would like.

The sign-up form is in the attached booklet (link above) and once completed must be brought to your guidance counselor directly. The deadline to sign up for the FRENCH 30-3Y language course challenge for Semester 2 is February 8.

DELF B2 Exam - April 15 , 2024

We had our initial information session regarding the DELF B2 exam on Wednesday, January 17th. To date, we have roughly 20 students who are interested in taking the exam. The information below was sent to the students who expressed interest, and several parents who reached out seeking clarification/further information. I ask that students who are interested in taking the DELF B2 exam through the CBE confirm with me as soon as possible. If you have further questions, please email me at: nahumenjuk@cbe.ab.ca. Merci!

DELF - What is it? It is a standardized French language proficiency exam, that uses the European Framework of Reference for Languages at its core. This Framework is what each European Union country uses to guide their language standards, and as such, it is used across the European Union to determine the language levels of incoming students and workers. There are 6 levels in total - A1, A2, B1, B2, C1 and C2.

Why the B2 in High School? The B2 is what is required by the Government of Canada and provincial governments as a language standard to work for them, this would be in conjunction with their own standardized language test. If students are considering post-secondary overseas, the DELF is also an asset as it can support their university application for a foreign exchange to a French-speaking program in an EU country, and also helps facilitate employment in the EU. While C2 is the highest level of accreditation possible, we recommend that people take C2 when they are more mature just as they interact much better with the content and the nature of the reading and writing topics.

French AP or DELF? We encourage students to do both exams. The DELF is an internationally recognized language proficiency accreditation that NEVER expires. The French AP exam which is headed by Mme Olauson, offers students the opportunity to pass an AP-style exam while also earning university credits. Having both is a benefit to students. The two exams DO NOT overlap, neither do the prep sessions for either exam.

Date and Cost? The date of the exam is April 15th, 2024, assuming we have enough candidates the exam will run at Dr. E.P. Scarlett. It is a full-day exam. The cost is $100 for the exam. To date we have 15 candidates interested in takin the exam at Scarlett.

What is the test comprised of? The test includes - Reading comprehension, listening comprehension, written production and an interview.

How many tutorials are offered in preparation of this exam? We run 4-5 tutorial sessions. They are not long sessions, and they target the specific skills necessary to pass the DELF exam. The most difficult components of the test are the written and the interview. I focus more on those two areas but offer materials to practice all parts of the test. Students get a practice exam, and tips on how to successfully complete the exam. So far, we have had a 100% pass rate in the last three years, attending the sessions, particularly the sessions focused on the writing and interview are key to students' success.

If you are interested in taking this exam, please let Mme Costa know by February 1st. If you have a friend who wants to take the DELF but was unable to attend our session, please have them reach out to me. I will begin organizing our tutorial sessions, and I will keep the weekly newsletter updated with information so that our parents know how we are supporting this exam and our students' success at the school.

Spanish Bilingual Families

This year, the CBE will be hosting the DELE exams in collaboration with the Instituto Cervantes from the University of Calgary. The Languages department of the CBE is hosting an online Information Session. Please see the following information below about the Online Information session:

When: Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Time: 6pm
Where: Microsoft Teams
Microsoft Teams meeting
Join on your computer, mobile app or room device
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Meeting ID: 286 723 702 518
Passcode: Q4LU7E
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2023-2024 Yearbooks

The count down to buy your 2023-2024 Yearbook is on! The last day to purchase your book is February 15, 2024; there will be no copies available for purchase after this date and none for purchase in June when they are distributed. Purchase directly from Jostens using this link https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A09700519. Copies are limited, so don’t miss out on this perfect keepsake!

Career Counselling

Grade 10-12 students who would like to meet with Ms. White (Career Counsellor) to discuss their post-secondary/career plans are welcome to schedule an appointment by coming to the Learning Commons or emailing mmwhite@cbe.ab.ca.

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. Click here for more information.

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.

Skilled Trades Internships & Apprenticeships

CAREERS supports skilled trades internships by recruiting employers who can provide quality hands-on experience in building, industrial, metal, piping, electrical, service, and motor-related trades. These employers range from small service businesses to global companies in sectors such as forestry, energy, fabrication, construction, and agriculture. CAREERS then works with high school off-campus coordinators, matching suitable students to available employers.

Students can explore over 50 skilled trades and may also be eligible to begin their apprenticeship training through the Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP).

Workplace Safety Certifications

The following online safety courses are available to all students wishing to acquire workplace safety certifications for their resume and earn high school credits. HCS 3000 is a prerequisite to many off campus programs such as Work Experience, the Registered Apprenticeship Program, and some of the dual credit and exploratory programs offered through Unique Pathways. These courses can also be taken as stand-alone courses that provide 30 level credits. Each course is worth 1 credit and takes on average 4 to 7 hours to complete. Please note that you must complete HCS3000 to receive credits for the HCS3010 and AGR3000. If you wish to take HCS3000 and either of the HCS3010 and AGR3000 courses, please follow the steps below to register and complete the courses. This website can be accessed at school or at home which allows you to complete the course when you have time.

1. Go to https://safegen.ca/ and click on the “Login” button in the top right corner.
2. Choose “Enter Code” and enter the course code from one of the three options below:

Course	Code	High School Credit
Workplace Safety Systems (HCS3000)	207001137	1 CTS credit (30 level)
Workplace Safety Practices (HCS3010)	205950545	1 CTS credit (30 level)
Agricultural Safety (AGR 3000)	206153115	1 CTS credit (30 level)

1. Follow the instructions to create your account. Please complete all information fields including proper spelling of first and last name and your CBE student ID number.
2. Start the Online course under the Training Tab.
3. If you would like to pause the course and come back to it later, save your course and log out. When you log back in, just click on the “Resume” button for the course again under the “Training” tab.
4. If you would like to add another course to earn more credits, click on the “Add Course” button and enter in the new course code from Step 2.
5. Once you have completed the units, the “Finish Course” button will appear. Select the “Finish Course” button and the “Final Exam” button will appear.
6. When you are ready, click on the “Final Exam” button to complete the final test. Please note that once you begin the exam, you must complete it in one sitting and cannot pause it.
7. A “Course Complete” screen will appear after the final exam is completed. Send Ms. White an email at mmwhite@cbe.ab.ca to let her know you have finished the course.

Youth Employment Centre

For students who are looking for employment, the exam break would be a great opportunity to visit The City of Calgary Youth Employment Centre (YEC). They provide free, in-person drop-in employment services. They offer resume targeting, job search strategies, interview preparation, career planning, connections to employers who are hiring, and more.

Location: Alberta Trade Centre, 2nd floor, 315 10 Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 0W2
Drop-in hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (excluding statutory holidays)
Phone: 403-268-2490

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.

Have a great weekend.

Sincerely,

Carma Cornea
Principal