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H I G H high citizens , drama ,
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Ke n y a Tr a ve l C l u b s h i n e s a t g a l a f u n d r a i s e r
The
much-anticipated Safari Under The Stars, which raised money for children at Mully Children’s Family (MCF) orphanage in Kenya was an unequivocal success. The Travel Club took the lead in orchestrating an outstanding evening of entertainment to generate funds to support a graduate accommodation building at MCF, which the twenty-one student travelers will help construct.
together to socialize, view fantastic silent auction items, and enjoy desserts and refreshments. It was a perfect prelude to the fashion show, which included over 46 student, staff and parent models from the primary, elementary, junior and senior High. Clothing was showcased from PurpleSaurus, Plum, Betsey Johnson, Bonita Runway, Cameo and CuffLinks and LiliLime. A beautiful dance solo, performed by Amanda Grant to the song I
The evening kicked off with the Rundle community joining
Student exchange & grad update
We have two students who are more excited than most for spring break. For Brittney Giacchetta and Joey Hubbard, it means their trip to Australia as part of the exchange program is quickly approaching. They will be leaving on April 1 for Caloundra on the Sunshine Coast to spend six weeks with their host students, Tayla Roy and Alex
Fowler, and attend Caloundra City School. We look forward to hearing all about their adventures when they return home on May 14. Grade 10 students wishing to apply for the next exchange program to Australia or Scotland are reminded to get their applications to Ms Baird by Friday, March 18.
Believe, enhanced the show. Thank you so much to all those involved for their dedication and hard work in putting this event together. A special thank you
addition, we would like to recognize all the families who donated baked goods. Thank you to Lorna Thompson, who donated the flowers, and to all of the behindthe-scenes staff and students who worked so hard to create one of the true highlights of the year!
to Kim Flanagan, BR Pirri and Domingo Lumanog, who helped coordinate the fashion show and styled the models. Their talented contributions made the evening a memorable one.
The Travel Club will be leaving for Kenya and Tanzania on March 23. Along with other fundraising money and donations, they will contribute over $25,000 to MCF.
Rundle is immensely grateful to those who donated items for the silent auction. This portion of the evening contributed significantly to the overall funds raised. In
We wish them much luck on the humanitarian trip and look forward to hearing about their experience once they return to Canada!
Cap and gown photos were taken February 28 – March 7 at the school. If students missed their appointment, they must contact Lifetouch to set up a sitting time at the studio. Proofs should be delivered to the school prior to spring break; instructions for ordering grad photos will be included.
The administration will have a meeting with students on April 14 during J-Block, and a letter will be sent to all families the week of April 25 detailing graduation times and costs. In the meantime, anyone with questions is encouraged to contact Ms. Baird at the school (250-7180).
Basketball update
March ~ 2011
The senior boys have had a very busy couple of months. December and January saw the team capture the Higher Hoops Div C championship, third place in Didsbury, a loss in the consolation final in Coaldale and a “most sportsmanlike” award at SMUS. On January 5-8, the boys and girls team flew out to St. Michael’s University School in Victoria, BC to compete in their annual boys & girls tournament. The boys had a great experience and enjoyed the sights of Victoria along with the SV girls. The boys placed 3rd in Picture Butte with a tough loss in their second game. The boys then had a first round loss to Assumption High in the Cobra Cup, but went on the win the consolation final. League play sees the team sitting third with a record of 10-3. The team is now competing for a berth in the 3A Provincials in Chestermere, AB.
The
grade 9 girls finished off their season by competing in the Britannia invitational tournament in Edmonton from February 24-26. The girls placed third in the tournament, beating Woodhaven from Spruce Grove 42-36. In league playoffs, they lost to West Island
Rugby Website We have launched our Rundle Cobras Rugby website, where you can track our forthcoming season, access tour information and training and get the insider scoop on your touring players. Find the link at www. rundle.ab.ca/high/athletics/rugby. We are also still looking for senior high players for our regular season.
College in the semi-final to place third. The girls worked very hard over the course of the season to improve their game. Thank you to an outstanding group of parents who helped to make this season a success.
The grade 8/9 boys wrapped up their season by competing in the South Central Zone Basketball Championships at StrathconaTweedsmuir. In the semifinals, they lost by three points to West Island College. Their final game was a hard-fought loss by six points to St. Joseph’s Collegiate School to finish fourth in the tournament. In league play they finished third overall and were the only team to beat the first-placed team (Calgary Christian School). In tournaments, they were able to win the Rundle Academy tournament, finish second at Simon Fraser and third in their own tournament. Their final team record was 13-8-2.
Congratulations to the grade 8 girls for an excellent season. They all worked very hard and finished with
The track and field team has a history of excellence. We have won the ISAA banner and been provincial champions for many years. Track and field offers opportunities to compete in multiple facets of the sport, including long distance, sprints, hurdles, long/triple/high jumps, shot
to Jolene Wong, who won the Provincial Olympics to claim the title of junior high provincial champion. At the same tournament Megan Lim was silver medalist and Lauren Kruger got bronze. Coaches Domstad, Sylven and Wells thank the junior wrestlers for their hard work and look forward to seeing them on the mats next season.
It
has been a tough year, but the senior wrestling team had four wrestlers qualify from the City Championships for the ASAA Provincial Championships. City champions and gold medalists: Michila Scherger (who won the SWC Bulldog Championship) and Justin So; silver medalist: Tahyr Lalani; 6th place: Brittany Giacchetta.
After nearly a year of planning, the boys’ rugby team will be heading to the Bahamas for their first ever international tour. On March 24, 27 players and 4 coaches will depart to sunny Nassau, Bahamas on a ten-day tour. Highlights will include playing three games and training with local players and coaches, including the Bahamas national team coach. There will also be time to enjoy the sights, including a day at the world-famous Atlantis Hotel water park.
Congratulations
to the grade 7 girls on a very successful season!
The grade 7 boys completed their
Highlights included the U of C Dinos practice, undefeated league play, Strathcona-Tweedsmuir tournament, and CISAA league champions. Thank you to the parents, staff and students who supported the team.
Tr a ck a n d f i e l d
Wrestling, intramurals and special mention
Congratulations
a record of 15 wins, 1 tie, and 4 losses. The girls also finished first place at our own Cobra Cup tournament. Although we did not finish where we had hoped in league finals, the girls had a great season and should be very proud of themselves.
Rugby Trip
put, javelin and discus. No experience is necessary. Practice begins the second week in April when students return from spring break. Practice times will be posted in both gyms. Both the junior and senior meets will be in May. To try out and qualify for the track and field team, athletes must contact
The
team handball championship game between Beat Buckley and The Classics was a display of great offense and defense on both sides. In the end The Classics outscored Beat Buckley to become champions. The Classics
season with a record of eight wins and four losses, and captured the bronze medal at the CISAA tournament. The boys showed great character and determination in their final game, defeating Calgary Academy for third place in the league tournament. Mr. Lake would like to thank all the boys for their time and effort throughout the season.
the proper event coach and attend practices, as attendance will be taken. If you are unable to attend practices due to other team commitments, but would still like to compete with the team, talk to your event coach. As well, junior athletes must participate in the intramural track meet in May. Event results will be taken in PE classes to determine who will be participating at the ISAA track meets. roster: Dan Broodo, Andrew Buckley, Jeremy Chan, Justin Ma, Andrew Thomas, Joel Lindsay, Abhi Toor and Emmett Tims. *Floor hockey is the next intramural activity. Mikaela Ewaskiw’s ringette team recently won provincial championships. They are now Team Alberta and will be competing at the nationals in Cambridge, Ontario. Best of luck, Mikaela!
March ~ 2011
R e p o r t C a r d s & PTI s Senior high students will receive their semester 2, ter m 1 marks on Friday, April 15 via email.
Senior High Citizens of the Month Garrett Copp has been involved in
Kayla Barry has amazing energy
so many aspects of the community this year. He played both offense and defense to help the football team win the provincial championships. During basketball season, his work ethic and ‘never quit’ attitude made him very coachable. Garrett also brings this attitude to the classroom, which is why he exemplifies what it means to be a good student.
and time-management. She took on a leadership role on both senior varsity volleyball and basketball teams. Being injured for part of the basketball season did not stop her from showing absolute commitment. She was also instrumental in fundraising for the Kenya trip. Kayla is a positive force and a model student.
Corey Lipman is a very mature and hardworking individual. In all of his classes, and as a member of the senior band, his diligence and commitment do not go unnoticed. His dedication and sense of responsibility are also great assets in his role as AV support for the monthly assemblies. Congratulations, Corey!
As a new student to Rundle, Patrick Tapuska has made quite an impact, most impressively with his dedication to the wrestling team. Pat has medalled at every tournament this season, bringing home either gold or silver. He also designed the front cover for the yearbook, excels academically, and works hard in everything he does.
As the designer and editor of this newsletter, it will be hard to replace Erin Biberdorf after she graduates in June. She is a member of senior band and continues to meet high academic standards after achieving a standard of excellence on all of her January diplomas. She is producing the program and posters for the spring production, and is the sound booth operator.
Thomas Moult embodies the spirit of Rundle. In preparation for his diplomas, Thomas dove into a rigorous study schedule and produced excellent results. He helped the football team attain the provincial title and also finds time to serve as a prefect, fulfilling his responsibilities with enthusiasm. Look for Thomas on the rugby field this spring! Rundle College Presents
Drama trip & spring production
Over the long weekend in February, Ms. Snowden and Mr. Martin took 17 high school students on a fiveday trip to Toronto and New York.
Having the chance to see the new Spiderman musical that hasn’t officially opened yet was an amazing experience because we were able to see a show that is entirely different from anything done on a Broadway stage before. It was an incredible trip that helped us to recognize our talents and opened our eyes to the ups and downs of working in theatre.
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Parent-teacher inter views will take place on Thur sday, April 21. Parents are requested to call in advance and schedule a fifteen-min ute meeting with any teach er s they wish to see. Appointments can be booked by calling Ms. Mo odie at the of fice at 250-7180. Please note that inter view times are 1:00-5:00pm and 6:00-8:30pm . The senior high is dis missed at noon that day.
A rt I n f o r m at i o n The following competition opportunities are now available. Please see Ms Levesque for details. THE ENVIRONMENTAL ARTWORKS FOUNDATION OF ALBERTA Photo or Original Art that demonstrates: “What does a clean environment mean to you?”
The
rucible
Deadline: March 25
May 4th - 6th, 2011
2011 ACAD PRE-COLLEGE PROGRAM Bursary support for students aged 16 – 18 who have completed grade 10, 11 or 12.
Tickets $10 at the office Doors open at 7:00 pm Curtain at 7:30 pm
Deadline for bursary: April 1
In Association with Dramatic Publishing
Being a drama-based trip, we got the chance to see four shows and take part in five workshops. Our acting workshops in New York studio spaces didn’t just show us the reality of professional theatre; by working with Broadway performers, we were also able to realize the potential of our own acting ability.
Tickets are now on sale at the office for the senior spring production of The Crucible. Over 60 students are putting in long hours of rehearsal and preparation for Arthur Miller’s classic play. The show runs from May 4th to May 6th and tickets are only $10 each. Be sure to get your tickets ahead of time so you do not miss out on what is sure to be an amazing theatrical experience!
Ju n i o r H i g h C i t i z e n s o f t h e M o n t h
March ~ 2011
Brianna Caldwell’s positive nature
Jolene Wong:
and infectious smile make her a pleasure to be around. Brianna is hardworking and diligent in her schoolwork, and was also an asset to the grade seven girls’ basketball team this season. Brianna scored the game winning point to secure the final win for the team. Congratulations, Brianna!
Judicious; Organized; Legendary; Enthusiastic; Natural; Energetic; Wrestling’s provincial champion; Obliterated her opponents; Nimble; Generous.
Erin Osler’s great sense of humor and willingness to support others are admirable. She is a strong, humble and insightful leader who has risen to any challenge presented to her, often choosing to lead by example. She has made some notable contributions to the school, including playing for the grade 9 basketball team and taking on the role of a WEB leader.
Morgan Saunders is the embodi-
David Kim’s easygoing nature,
ment of a citizen, involved both academically and athletically. Morgan applies herself and works hard, usually so that she can return to the novel she is reading that week. On the basketball team she was coachable, gracious and reliable. It will be exciting to watch Morgan continue to grow through her years here.
positive attitude and maturity are just a few of his most admirable traits. He has participated as a member of grade 9 band, as well as shining as a WEB leader. He also shaved his head for the Kids Cancer Foundation. David is a positive role model, treating both faculty and students with respect and kindness.
Merry Best exemplifies that one doesn’t always need to be the most vocal individual to be a leader. She simply leads by example and she communicates her values through her behavior. Clearly, Merry stands for kindness, respect and hard work, because these are the actions that she models daily.
A t h l e t e s & F i n e A r t s
Ju n i o r h i g h s t u d e n t c o u n c i l , vo l u n t e e r i n g & Science Olympics
During
the past month, student
council has been working hard to organize a spirit day and a fundraiser. For Valentine’s Day we organized a flower-gram fundraiser, which was Mackenzie Munro (7) Devante Chandran (7)
very successful, and a $300 portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Kids Cancer Care Foundation. Thanks to everyone who supported us! Coming up, there will be an opportunity to participate in the Feed the Hungry fundraiser, where we
Morgan Gregg (8)
Logan Roth (8)
hope to raise enough money to feed 1000 less fortunate people. On April 11-15, students can buy a link to add to our chain that will be hung in the great hall. Dana Will ~ Press Secretary
Danielle Fung (9)
Aidan Peacock (9)
For the fourth year, we are providing meals for struggling Calgarians at a Feed the Hungry dinner on Sunday, May 1. It is our responsibility to provide funding, help prepare the meal, and then serve it to hundreds of clients who come for what is often
Thaddeus Chong (FA)
Ethan Peacock (FA)
their only decent food for the week.
and search for volunteer initiatives.
The community service team vol-
Our theme this year is “link together
unteered to help at the Strathcona
to fight hunger”. We need 107 vol-
Community Centre, which was host-
unteers for the day!
ing Inn From the Cold. They made up beds, sorted donations and helped
We are asking that volunteers sign
with dinner and clean-up. It was
up for a time slot, and be flexible
heartwarming to see these young
in what they are assigned to do
people engage the homeless guests in
during that time. All of the jobs are
conversation and let them know oth-
equally important. Some are more
ers really do care about them.
appropriate for younger children. If your requested shift has been filled,
Our
we will contact you to either put you
given some very challenging prob-
on a wait list or to change your shift
lems at the APEGGA Science
time.The times are as follows:
Olympics competition. They were
science club members were
able to use a crane they made, build a 9:30 am – 1:00 pm (20 positions)
marble launcher, clean contaminated
12:30 pm – 2:30 pm (3 positions)
water and encode a secret message.
2:45 pm – 5:30 pm (80 positions)
Congratulations on a job well done!
Young children should not work this shift as it is very crowded and fast-paced. 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm (4 positions) Adults only – cleaning the kitchen is messy and hard work. Children under 12 must work with an adult. Please include your child’s age when registering. To sign up, please visit the website, select “Resources”
STUDENT SERVICES Post Secondary Newsletter March 2011
Order Your Final Official Transcripts!
This transcript will include your June Diploma Exam results and will be sent to any university you wish. You will need your Alberta Student Number – it is on your report cards. You may also need the school code for Rundle College: 9952. The cost is $10 per transcript. Order them through Alberta Education at http://education.alberta.ca/students/transcripts.aspx Exception: you DO NOT have to apply for transcripts for post-secondary institutions in Alberta.
LPI (Language Proficiency Index) Test
The LPI test allows students to demonstrate their competency in English. This is important for grade 12 students who are interested in attending a postsecondary institution in British Columbia, such as the University of Victoria or the University of British Columbia. These institutions require a certain percentage in English in order to apply and get into a first year English course. Who should take this test? If you answer “yes” to each of these questions, it is advisable that you take the test: 1) You are in grade 12 and plan on attending a post secondary institution in BC and 1. You are currently taking English class and predict you will get less than 80% or 2. You received a final grade of less than 79% and plan to attend UBC-V, less than 75% and plan to attend UBC–O or less than 86% and plan to attend UVic. The LPI test will be held in Calgary on May 7th and June 11th at 9:00am. The register, go to www.lpitest.ca and register. The cost for the test is $125, plus HST. If you have any questions, please see Ms. Dunsford in Student Services.
Special Accommodations in University Grade 12 students that have received special accommodations on their Diploma Exams (e.g., extra time) should contact the Student Services of their prospective universities by now to arrange continued accommodations.
US College Admission Tests ACT: The next test date is April 9th with a registration deadline of March 16th, 2011. Go to www.act.org to register. SAT: The next SAT testing date is on May 7th with a registration deadline of April 8th, 2011. Visit www.collegeboard.com to register.
Alexander Rutherford Scholarship Reminder Students can be awarded up to $2,500, being that a maximum of $400 is awarded in Grade 10, $800 in Grade 11 and $1,300 in Grade 12. Students must have an average of at least a 75% in five academic classes to be eligible. Applicants must be residents of Alberta who plan to enroll in a full time post secondary institution. The deadline is May 1, 2011. Applications can be found at http://alis.alberta.ca/pdf/scholarships /Rutherford%20Scholarship.pdf.
Ms. Sarah Dunsford, Director of Student Services 403-250-7180 ~ dunsford@rundle.ab.ca