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ROCKIES RUMBLINGS M E S S A G E F R O M T H E P R I N C I PA L
“WE MOVE MOUNTAINS”
INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Message from the Principal
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Society News Counsellor’s Notes
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Moves Mountains Breakfast Academy Speaker Series Learning Disabilities Association
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Notes From A Student In Their Own Words
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CanLearn/Calgary Learning Ctr
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Academic Fair
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Car Rally Valentine’s Day Swimming Party Reel Fun Film Festival
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Winter Activities Outdoor Environmental Ed.
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Junior Girls Basketball Grade 7/8 Boys Basketball
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Grade 8/9 Boys Basketball
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Senior Girls Basketball
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Senior Boys Basketball
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Moves Mountains Awards Citizenship Awards
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Extra Curricular Awards
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Activities for March
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School Nurse
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RUNDLE ACADEMY 4330 16 Street SW Calgary, AB T2T 4H9 Ph: 250-2965 / Fax: 250-2914 www.rundleacademy.ab.ca
It is amazing how quickly the school year is going. We are only two weeks away from Spring Break. Mr. Hoganson’s Battlefield Tour group is scheduled to leave on Wednesday, March 21st. They will once again tour the WW1 and WWII battlefields of Belgium and France, but this year they have added four more days and Germany to the itinerary. This is the fourth time this trip has been offered and we are always proud of the way our students represent the school and themselves. I know that this year’s group will exhibit the same maturity and decorum that we expect of our High School students. th
On February 28 , Mr. Hoganson coordinated our Grade 9 Information Night which outlined student requirements and expectations for High School. Parents and students were, once again, reminded of the increased responsibility and effort required to be successful at the High School level. Also on the 28th, Mr. Burla gave a presentation to grade 6 parents and students on the next step in their educational journey… Junior High. The changes and challenges were summarized and clarified to help ease the transition to that level. The month ended on an outstanding note with the Academic Fair. Congratulations to all participants on the excellent exhibits. The exhibits continue to improve each year and I know the judges faced an enormous challenge choosing this year’s winners. Mr. Rogers has been busy with preadmission interviews and has already identified several strong candidates. Our enrollment for 2012/2013 will be about 210, with availability for approximately 30 new students. We are near capacity at all grade levels with some grades at “waiting list” status. The Elementary continues to have the greatest number of interested applicants.
Elementary and Junior High report cards will be sent home on March 16th, with Parent/Teacher Interviews scheduled for March 20th from 1:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. The interviews will take place on a Tuesday instead of our traditional Thursday because of the proximity of Spring Break. The High School will not send home a hardcopy of the report card, as parents are encouraged to monitor their children marks on “PowerSchool”; however, they will conduct Parent/Teacher interviews with the other two divisions on the 20th. All students will be dismissed at 12:00 noon. March 23rd is the last day of classes before Spring Break, with classes resuming on April 9th. When students return from Spring Break they will have an opportunity to wear summer uniforms. I know the students and staff are looking forward to an opportunity to re-charge their batteries for the final three months. Have an enjoyable and restful break.
Rundle Academy Academic Fair 2012 Dr. Conklin Presenting Awards
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SOCIETY NEWS Uniform Store Hours All Year Monday to Thursday - 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Friday - 8:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. The store is closed daily during the noon hour from 12:00 P.M. to 1:00 P.M.
COUNSELLOR’S NOTES Understanding Confidentiality in School Counselling Confidentiality is one of the main ethical considerations for school counsellors. How do we maintain students' trust, but still do what we can to keep students safe and parents informed? How do laws and ethics co-exist? Here are some basic questions and answers on this topic for school counsellors. 1. What exactly is confidentiality? According to the Journal of Professional School Counseling: “Confidentiality is a professional’s promise or contract to respect clients’ privacy by not disclosing anything revealed during counseling, except under agreed upon conditions.” 2. Does a minor student have a right to confidentiality? No. In Alberta, a parent has the right to information gathered about their child in counselling. However, the counsellor and parent may agree ahead of time that certain aspects of service will remain confidential. The counsellor will only disclose information to a custodial parent upon request, or if it is in the best interest of the student. 3. Can a school counsellor see a minor student without parental consent? Yes. Guidance and counselling services are considered an integral part of the school program. Consequently, parental consent is not required. However, consent is required for formal psychoeducational testing. 4. Who is actually the school counsellor’s “client?” The minor student, or the parents? From an ethical standpoint, the school counsellor’s client is the student. The parents’ needs are considered, but the needs of the students come first, above all others. 5. Will the school counsellor talk to other staff members about counseling sessions? Sometimes. With agreement from the child or parental consent, the content of counseling sessions may be discussed with other staff members. However, even with consent, there must be a clear purpose for divulging confidential information, and only the most relevant details should be included in the discussion. 6. Are there limits to confidentiality? Yes. The law establishes limits to confidentiality. Other then the exceptions already mentioned, confidentiality can be broken if the child is a danger to self or others, the counsellor has reason to believe the child is being neglected or abused, or if a subpoena is served by a judge. Please feel free to contact me at 250-2965 (Ext. 103) or caines@rundle.ab.ca if you have questions regarding counselling services at Rundle Academy. Ms. Jana-Lynn Caines, B.Ed., M.C. Registered Provisional Psychologist School Counsellor
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M O V E S M O U N TA I N S B R E A K FA S T Rundle Academy’s Second Annual Moves Mountains Breakfast Rundle Academy will be hosting the second annual “Moves Mountains Breakfast” on May 3rd, to celebrate students who have demonstrated exemplary qualities in compassion, leadership, citizenship, determination, or personal integrity. Each staff member will choose a student to receive this recognition award. These students will have achieved their personal best despite obstacles that may have been in their way. What makes this tribute unique is that it goes beyond the academic or extracurricular endeavours that are more often recognized. Invitations to the award recipients and two guests will be mailed in mid-April.
ACADEMY SPEAKER SERIES Information Evenings For Parents and Students March 20, 2012 - POSTPONED Discussions on ADHD and Learning Disabilities - Implications for School and Home * Speakers TBA April 19, 2012 What to expect at Post Secondary Institutions - Transition Planning *Dr. Brent Macdonald, St. Mary’s University College, Alumni Student Panel
LEARNING
DISABILITIES
ASSOCIATION
March 2012 Parent/Educator Workshop Parenting Strategies for Elementary Children with ADHD Time:
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Location:
CanLearn Centre|Calgary Learning Centre 3930 - 20 Street SW (behind Dr. Oakley School)
Cost:
Free for LDAA-CC or CLC members; $10 for non-members
Link Location: http://www.ldaa.net/event.php?event_id=41 This session addresses the common frustrations associated with parenting a son and/or daughter with ADHD in primary/elementary school. Scenarios, along with strategies related to the following areas, will be discussed, with opportunities for parents’ involvement. Areas to be addressed include: improving organization, handling homework time, managing behaviour, and encouraging positive social interactions. Time will be allotted to discuss general tips for parents and the importance of framing the positives. Presenters: Melanie Reader and Kim Tackaberry, Estelle Siebens Community Services at Foothills Academy
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NOTES FROM A STUDENT Grade 12 Graduation Video “What I want to be when I grow up?” On Sunday, March 4th, students Andrew Morrison, Callum but newly educated. At least we got our footage. Find out Beckford, Declan Cronje, Joe Wright and I went to visit later on this year at the Grade 12 Graduation what we exworld renowned music producer Lanny Williamson – or perienced at “The Beach” - Stay tuned! “Papa”, for reasons that shall remain undisclosed until a Darian Magee, Grade 12 later date. Papa has worked with artists such as Katy Perry, Paul McCartney, Led Zeppelin and, most recently, Ben E. King. We are all very proud of him. We were joined by Mrs. Cawthorpe, who set up the arrangement with an enigma named Natalie Gregory. Upon entering “The Beach”, Papa’s studio, one finds themselves instantly assaulted with feelings of zeal and the need to be heard. Methods of soundproofing and awards blanketed the walls, with microphones and various instruments littering the interior. It was quite a sight! Subsequent to our arrival, we received a very in depth tour, courtesy of the man himself, and were given the opportunity to ask an endless amount of questions. Aspiring music artists Andrew, Callum and Declan were said to have had a fantastic time, and we hope the trip served as a valuable learning experience for them. “Flies on the wall”, Joe Wright and Darian Magee felt awkward
IN THEIR OWN WORDS How Our Alumni Continue to Move Mountains Alumna Sara Bathory ’08 “After graduating from Rundle Academy, I attended Mount Royal University and recently graduated in June of 2011 with a Social Work Diploma. The program gave me the opportunity to volunteer for two challenging practicums at local social service agencies in Calgary. My first practicum was at the Siksika Nation Child and Family Services, and my second, at the YWCA Mary Dover House (a women’s transitional housing program). While going to school, I maintained a part-time job at a chiropractic office as a receptionist, which I loved!” “Since graduating from MRU, I have taken a much needed vacation to Thailand (for a month!), as well as finding my first (real) job as a Therapy Assistant for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder in a Specialized Autism Services Program at Renfrew Educational Services. Currently, I am looking into continuing my education at the University of Calgary.” Sara attended the Academy for eight years and was involved in the basketball team each year. Her enthusiasm and smile is dearly missed. We are so proud of you Sara and we look forward to hearing about your future endeavours.
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C A N L E A R N C T R . / C A L G A RY L E A R N I N G C T R . The CanLearn Centre|Calgary Learning Centre offers a multitude of programs for students as well as students and their parents. All CanLearn Centre|Calgary Learning Centre programs offer financial assistance through generous community donations to those that may need it. Student Programs
Student and Parent Programs
Grades 4-6 Study Skills 101 In this program, students will learn strategies to become more effective learners, develop awareness of their strengths, needs and preferences as learners. They will learn organizational and study strategies to use at home and school. Limit of 6 students per group.
Grades 4-6 Getting Ready for Junior High This program introduces time management, goal-setting and creating effective homework routines. It gives students strategies so that they can work efficiently on their own.
4 Tuesdays, 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. Next program begins… March 6, 2012
6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Next program begins… March 21, 2012
Grades 7-9 Study Skills 201 Study Skills 201 is an extension of the popular Organization and Study Skills workshop and a continuation of Study Skills 101. Limit of 6 students per group.
Grades 7-12 Coping with Test Anxiety When test anxiety is too high, it can get in the way with the ability to learn and remember for a student. Coping with Test Anxiety helps students and their parents learn why we experience anxiety and how to reduce it.
4 Tuesdays, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. Next program begins… March 6, 2012
6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Program begins… May 30, 2012
Test Ready Strategies for dealing with test anxiety as well as studying and exam preparation are introduced to help students become more successful. Limit of 6 students per group.
Essay Writing Essay Writing is for students who wish to write a more interesting essay or improve their writing skills. Students and their parents will learn tips to writing paragraphs with strong, appealing sentences.
4 Wednesdays, 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. Program begins… April 18, 2012
6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Next program begins… March 7, 2012
Write On! This intensive small group program gives students the opportunity to improve their essay writing skills. Write On is offered only once a year and accepts 6 students.
Organization and Study Skills This student and parent program offers helpful strategies to develop a well-organized approach to learning.
4 Wednesdays, 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. Program begins… March 7, 2012
6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Next program begins… February 8, 2012
Grades 10-12 My Study Plan My Study Plan guides students as they prepare for exams. They will develop appropriate and effective strategies for studying and planning. Limit of 4 students per group.
Study Skills and Exam Prep Students, along with their parents, will learn key study and memory strategies to help manage time and prepare for exams more effectively. 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Next program begins… March 14, 2012
3 Wednesdays, 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. Program begins… May 23, 2012 CanLearn Centre|Calgary Learning Centre 3930 - 20 Street SW, Calgary AB T2T 4Z9 403-686-9300, 1-877-686-9300
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ACADEMIC FAIR Academic Fair 2012 Rundle Academy Academic Fair was held on Friday, February 24th. All students from grades 4-9 participated in presenting a project of their choice. The projects ranged in content from Judo to Stolen Babies. The students were well prepared and presented their projects to parents, judges, teachers and fellow students. The quality of the projects was impressive as was the background knowledge the students demonstrated. The judges had to make some difficult choices to determine the winners. Elementary Winners Grade 4: Charlie De Land - How to Become a Calgary Stampeder Grade 5: Evan Barter - Real Life Application of Superpowers Grade 6: Emma Jacob - Beach Glass Best Overall: Jared Fischer-Essar - How to Build Hover Crafts
Eric Hallson, Nick Larmour, Auria Geskin, Mia Berloni, Sneh Yadav
Overall Winner: Jared Fischer-Essar
Junior High Winners First Place: Nick Larmour - Geocaching Second Place: Mia Berloni and Auria Geskin - The Buffalo Third Place: Sneh Yadav - The Trevi Fountain Best Overall: Eric Hallson - Vikings
Eric Hallson, Nick Larmour, Auria Geskin, Mia Berloni, Sneh Yadav
Overall Winner: Eric Hallson
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C A R R A L LY On Monday, February 13th, the grade 5 students held their annual car rally. Students had to build a battery-powered vehicle for this event. Vehicles were judged by fellow students on their speed, appearance, and ability to travel in a straight line. The award for the fastest vehicle went to David Samuels. The award for the best looking vehicle went to Brock Fisher and Evan Barter picked up the award for being able to travel along a straight line. Well done grade 5 students!
VALENTINE’S DAY SWIMMING PARTY On February 14th, the elementary students spent the afternoon at Southland Leisure Center. Students played on the water slides, swam in the wave pool, and went flying off the big orange ball. All in all, it was fun way to celebrate Valentine’s Day!
R E E L F U N F I L M F E S T I VA L The elementary students were fortunate to take part in this year’s Reel Fun Film Festival at the Studio 16 Theatre. Students had the opportunity to view the Papermation and Claymation movies that they created in September with Director’s Cut. Also, we saw the movie Elle: A Modern Cinderella Fairy Tale.
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WINTER ACTIVITIES Elementary students participated in two days of winter activities on February 22nd and 23rd. Students were bussed to Pocaterra, Kananaskis for one day of snowshoeing and one day of crosscountry skiing. Company of Adventurers led students in small groups and instructed them on animal science, snow science, and avalanche safety. Students needed to rescue a beacon in the snow using their knowledge of avalanche rescue. The weather was great and there was plenty of fresh snow to explore.
O U T D O O R E N V I R O N M E N TA L E D U C A T I O N The OEE class has had a tremendous start to the semester. The snowshoe trip to the Black Prince interpretive trail area of Peter Lougheed Provincial Park on Thursday, February 25, was a complete success. We even got to see an elusive lynx along the road! The cool day in Calgary soon evaporated behind us as we headed to the mountains. The recent snowfall made for spectacular scenery and challenging snowshoeing. The students quickly learned that preparation
was key to an enjoyable wintertime outdoor experience. Congratulations to all students involved for a terrific trip and a great “we can do it� attitude. Thanks again to Mrs. Adams for her expertise and assistance on the trip. With spring soon upon us, we will be finishing off with snow shelters, visits from the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society, canoe lessons (April 8th, 10th, 15th, 17th ), cycling, day trips for cycling (May 31st) and day hike (May 24th).
All students will need to have access to a bicycle with multiple gears, as well as a full rain suit for the canoeing dates. For more information please contact Mr. Palmer.
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JUNIOR GIRLS BASKETBALL The Rundle Academy Junior Girls Basketball program had a great year. This season we had a Grade 6/7/8 team and a Grade 8/9 team. Both teams competed hard and finished near the top of their leagues. The 6/7/8 team played in their league championship tournament during the weeks of February 20th March 2nd. They were undefeated in the round robin portion of the tournament and ended up losing in the final game to Chinook Winds. The Grade 8/9 girls also played well in their league playoffs, but ultimately fell short in a game against Waldorf. Mr. Rogers and Ms. Carberry are proud of the girls efforts this season and excited about next season already. Finally, Mr. Rogers and Ms. Carberry would like to thank all the parents for their hard work this season - early morning practices, driving to games and tournaments, and the loud cheering from the stands helped us have one of our best seasons ever!
GRADE 7/8 BOY S BASKETBALL Rundle Academy 7/8 Boys’ Basketball Team Finishes 2nd Place! The grade 7/8 boys’ basketball team had a great year, finishing up with a winning record in league play. In the end-of-year tournament, the team won their first two games to put them in the final against Clear Water Academy. Despite coming up short on the scoreboard in the final game, this team showed a lot of heart by not giving up until the final buzzer. It was great to have so many grade six students on the team this year and we look forward to seeing them develop their skills in the years to come. Well done team!
Back row left to right: Keegan Janzen, Mitchell Kloss, Brice O’Brien, Max Smith, Quintin Millions, Michael Savilow. Front row left to right: Trevor Whight, Ryan Holan, Tal Preston, Nick Larmour, Kemarr Bishop. Missing: Avery Rogers.
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GRADE 8/9 BOY S BASKETBALL League and Zone Champions What a season! After three long months, 30 games and, easily, twice as many practices, an incredibly committed group of boys achieved their lofty goal - winning the Alberta Schools’ Athletic Association’s 1J South Central Zone Basketball Championship. Twelve young men embarked on a difficult journey that included five tournaments, many early morning practices, and lots of adversity. The first step was to defeat our rivals from Clear Water Academy in their own gym to win the I.S.A.A. 1J League Title. In a hard-fought battle, the boys played incredibly well and prevailed, winning Rundle Academy’s first 8/9 League Championship, 43 – 34 and qualified for the South Central Zone Championships in Rolling Hills, Alberta. Getting to Zones is difficult enough, but winning the zone tournament, which is made up of all the best schools from South and Central Alberta, is an even greater challenge. Our goal was not just to attend, but to learn from last year’s third place finish and better our outcome.
down as many as 12 points. With tenacious defence, and an unwavering desire to succeed, we clawed back and were faced with an all or nothing situation. Hollywood could not have scripted it much better. With 7 seconds left on the clock and a 43-43 game, the Rockies ran their vaunted 5 second play. With little over a second left on the clock, Cal Tecklenburg bombed a buzzer beating three pointer to seal the victory!! At long last, our goal was realized. Mr. Paz and Mr. Holowaychuk would like to thank the boys for their hard work, commitment and dedication to setting a goal and doing whatever it took to achieve it! They would also like to thank our graduating grade 9 players Curtis Holloway, Rajan Bhullar, Joey Gardner, Cameron Olson and Sean Clarke for their leadership and unwavering commitment to the program.
The Rockies headed to Rolling Hills needing to implement the offensive and defensive systems we had worked on all year, come together as a team and execute our plan. The team did make it to the finals, only to face the team that defeated us last year in the semi finals - the Rosemary Rockets. The final was nothing short of a dog fight. The Rockies battled for three quarters, at one point being
Back row left to right: Mr. Paz, Payton Budd, Cal Tecklenburg, Aden Garcia-Admadi, Sean Clarke, Max Smith, Quintin Millions, Mr. Holowaychuk. Middle row left to right: Jackson Howe, Cam Olson, Max Smith. Front row left to right: Rajan Bhullar, Curtis Holloway.
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SENIOR GIRLS BASKETBALL The Rundle Academy Varsity Girls Basketball team wrapped up their 2011/2012 season with a challenging playoff run this past week. After four long months of practice and preparation, the moment had finally arrived to attempt to reproduce the impressive result that was achieved last season.
“This was an amazing experience having the opportunity to work with these girls who I coached when they were in grade 9,” says Coach Coleman. “They have improved so much and they played tremendously, both as individuals and as a cohesive unit. Every girl gave everything they had to this team and I could not ask for anything more.”
The competition also prepared the team for what they knew would be challenging games against the gritty and creative Varsity Girls Squad. But the girls battled and competed as a team through every moment and, despite the long list of injuries, the girls came to play. The stellar contributions of the graduating grade 12’s provided a strong foundation for the team to build upon and Sarah Dowling’s leadership at point guard was the cornerstone. Along with Danielle Vanderbeek slashing in from the high post and Megan Janzen dominating the low paint, a precedent was being set. Kayla Wartman also was a hot shooter from mid-range and Victoria Duckworth forced many turnovers with her strong defence. Alexis John was critical after returning from injury and Ally Duckworth also contributed a clinic of skill as she distributed the ball and made clutch long distance shots. Bryce Hall’s aggressive defence was a tremendous asset and Marissa Jones made some great plays from the wing. Amber Rose was also a positive ambassador from the bench after breaking her finger in a strong performance earlier this season.
With 6 of the 10 players moving on next year, the future of the team will rest on the shoulders of a sole grade 11 and three talented grade 10 students. And the future does look bright indeed, with a strong group of players that were involved in the Junior High Tournament ready to fill the vacant spots. What was accomplished in 2012, however, will not be forgotten and will likely be looked back upon with fondness by these players who will remember their time with the Rundle Academy Girls Basketball team for many years to come. “This was a great way to end my Rundle Basketball career,” said Sarah Dowling. “It was an experience I will never forget.” Thank you Ladies!
Back row left to right: Amber Rose, Mr. Vesey, Alexis John, Megan Janzen, Danielle Vanderbeek, Ms. Coleman, Bryce Hall. Front row left to right: Maris Jones, Alley Duckworth, Victoria Duckworth, Kayla Wartman, Sarah Dowling.
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SENIOR BOY S BASKETBALL The Senior Boys recently finished their season. The boys had a successful season, but unfortunately lost in the semi-final of their league championship. This year’s team played almost 40 games between exhibition, league and tournaments. The team placed third in their last tournament in Ponoka and also picked up a third place finish in Forestburg in January. I would like to personally thank all the parents for their support throughout the year; it is appreciated not just by me but the players as well. I would like to wish the graduating grade 12’s: Dan Driscoll, Jake Kinzer, Matt Luca, Matt Vician and Zach Woolf all the best in the future and thank them for their dedication and commitment to the basketball program at Rundle Academy. Coach: Mr. Hoganson
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M O V E S M O U N TA I N S A W A R D S Awarded to students who overcome challenges academically or personally while displaying appropriate and positive behaviour.
Brock Fisher Grade 5
Liam Rinehart Grade 9
CITIZENSHIP AWARDS Awarded to students who display an aptitude in leadership, contribute to positive school climate and have a genuine concern for the well-being of others.
Kara Sikora Grade 11
Ryan Campbell Grade 5
Liam Cronin Grade 7
Paige Croasdale Grade 8
Ashley Yee Grade 9
Ramy Abdel-Keriem Grade 9
Lauren Reynolds Grade 10
Liam Tate Grade 11
Alexis John Grade 11
Hugh Alvarez Grade 12
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EXTRA CURRICULAR AWARDS Awarded to students who exemplify the values of sportsmanship, participation, cooperation and team work.
Madison Shields-Knutson Grade 8
Amber rose Grade 12
Mia Berloni Grade 9
Victoria Duckworth Grade 12
Kennedy Huntley Grade 8
Madison Hillstead Grade 8
Kayla Wartman Grade 12
Carmen Farmer Grade 9
Danielle Vanderbeek Grade 12
Megan Janzen Grade 12
Sarah Dowling Grade 12
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FOR
MARCH
March 16
Elementary, Junior and Senior High Report Cards Home
March 20
Parent/Teacher Interviews (1:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M.) Postponed: Speaker Series – ADHD & Learning Disabilities
March 21
High School Battlefields Tour Departs (Returns April 4th)
March 23
Last Day before Spring Break
April 9
Return from Spring Break, Summer Uniforms
April 10
Diploma Registration Deadline
April 19
Speaker Series – Post Secondary Transitions (7:00 P.M.)
April 20
Talent Show
April 22- 27
Junior High Eastern Canada Trip
April 23
PAC Meeting (7:00 P.M.)
REMINDER TO ALL PARENTS Elementary teachers will contact parents to book Parent/Teacher Interviews. Junior High and Senior High parents please call or email Ms. Pumphrey at 403-250-2965 or pumphrey@rundle.ab.ca to book Parent/Teacher Interviews. Look for morning announcements posted on our Moodle link. Our Classroom Moodle Pages and our Division Portals sites are accessible from our homepage (www.rundleacademy.ab.ca). Parents are able to access their child’s teacher Gradebook (www.rundlesis.ca). Username and password are the same as your child uses to access the network at school or moodle.
March 2012
Kids’ Health How important are baby teeth? Yes! Baby teeth stay in for up to 13 years and are needed for:
Chewing Speaking Smiling Spacing Jaw development Guiding the adult teeth into position Cavities in baby teeth must be checked by a dentist.
Checking your baby’s teeth To check your baby’s teeth, lift the lip once a month. Look for early cavities – white lines along the gum line. Never put baby to bed with a bottle, unless it’s water. Wean from the bottle by age 12 – 14 months. Clean baby’s teeth daily. Take your child to the dentist by age one.
When it comes to exercise, 60 is the magic number Accumulate 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous activity every day. The easiest way to gauge your activity’s intensity is to ask yourself: How does it feel? How warm am I? What is my breathing like? Can I sing, talk, or can I only speak in short phrases. For moderate activity: Increased heart rate Breathing becomes faster Able to talk, but not sing For vigorous activity: Rapid heart rate Sweat Difficult to hold a conversation You don’t have to get all 60 minutes at once. You can add all of the smaller bouts of activity throughout the day to reach your total.
Keep the caffeine away There are healthier ways to boost energy Caffeine is natural stimulant. It can cause an increased heart rate, upset stomach, mood changes, headaches and sleeping problems. Common sources of caffeine include coffee, energy drinks, tea, some soft drinks, chocolate and some headache and cold medicines. The maximum amount of caffeine recommended for youth is 45 to 85 milligrams, per day depending on their age. Avoid giving drinks with caffeine to children. Energy drinks can contain 70 to 400 milligrams of caffeine per cup. Most energy drinks also have a large amount of sugar and other herbal and vitamin mixtures. Energy drinks are not recommended for children or youth. To boost energy levels, eat regularly, maintain an active lifeFood or Beverage Cola
Soft drinks are one of the most common sources of caffeine.
style, get enough sleep and drink water to quench thirst. The chart below lists caffeine amounts in common foods and beverages.
Serving Size
Amount of Caffeine
12 oz (355 ml)
36-50 mg 100-145 mg
Coffee, variety of brews
8 oz (237 ml)
Tea, brewed
8 oz (237 ml)
Energy Drink
8 oz (237 ml)
80 mg (average)
Milk Chocolate
28 g
7 mg
Dark Chocolate
28 g
19 mg
Chocolate milk
8 oz (250 ml)
5 mg
30-50 mg
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