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Abbotsford Traditional Secondary School atss.ca October 16, 2009 Volume 6, Issue 3 The Titan Tribune 2272 Windsor St. Abbotsford, B.C. V2T 6M1 604-850-7029, fax: 604-850-7028 atss.podcastpeople.com Secretaries: Mrs. Suderman local: 1000 Mrs. Schellenberg local: 1001 Mrs. Mangat local: 1002 Counselor: Mr. Abernethy local: 1107 One-to-One program: Andrew MacPhail local: 1120 Principal’s Message Well things are well under way. You should have now received either through your child bringing them home or via mail, an interim or a letter of concern for each of the courses your son or daughter is taking. Mr. Parker along with our teachers are working very hard to identify struggling students early in order to both encourage and provide additional support in order to improve their success rates. This is done at this time of year to give you as parents a snapshot of how your son or daughter is doing with their schoolwork. If you have any questions or have not received a report please let us know either at the office or by contacting the teacher directly. Our sports programs are now fully under way. Our volleyball teams, both junior and senior boys and girls, are now in the middle of their seasons. It is great to see this program continue to develop. We are being successful in varying degrees at the different levels. Our boys soccer is also up and running with a great season again being undefeated thus far. Basketball is also beginning with early opportunities for players to practice their shooting etc. Mr. Abernethy has our student leadership team up and running and have already had events for our students. Stay tuned for more to come. A big thank-you to our coaches, both teachers and parents, for their contribution to the extracurricular programs for our students. These are so helpful to contribute to making our school a positive place to be. I have reviewed the Principal’s List from last year, as you may recall this is reserved only for students who have received 90% or better in the final marks for all courses taken. As we wait for final provincial exam results we have to wait until the following year to award this. We have seen a significant jump in the number of students qualifying for this award. This is kudos to the quality of our students, their hard work and that of their teachers. We will be honouring these students at our first Recognition Assembly on Dec. 4. If your son or daughter qualifies you will be contacted and I would certainly like to invite you to attend that event. Sincerely Glen Hildebrand, Principal
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Abbotsford Traditional Secondary School
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October 16, 2009
Volume 6, Issue 3
The Titan Tribune
2272 Windsor St. Abbotsford, B.C. V2T 6M1
604-850-7029, fax: 604-850-7028
atss.podcastpeople.com Secretaries: Mrs. Suderman local: 1000 Mrs. Schellenberg local: 1001 Mrs. Mangat local: 1002 Counselor: Mr. Abernethy local: 1107 One-to-One program: Andrew MacPhail local: 1120
Principal’s Message
Well things are well under way. You should have now received either through your child bringing them home or via mail, an interim or a letter of concern for each of the courses your son or daughter is taking. Mr. Parker along with our teachers are working very hard to identify struggling students early in order to both encourage and provide additional support in order to improve their success rates. This is done at this time of year to give you as parents a snapshot of how your son or daughter is doing with their schoolwork. If you have any questions or have not received a report please let us know either at the office or by contacting the teacher directly. Our sports programs are now fully under way. Our volleyball teams, both junior and senior boys and girls, are now in the middle of their seasons. It is great to see this program continue to develop. We are being successful in varying degrees at the different levels. Our boys soccer is also up and running with a great season again being undefeated thus far. Basketball is also beginning with early opportunities for players to practice their shooting etc. Mr. Abernethy has our student leadership team up and running and have already had events for our students. Stay tuned for more to come. A big thank-you to our coaches, both teachers and parents, for their contribution to the extracurricular programs for our students. These are so helpful to contribute to making our school a positive place to be. I have reviewed the Principal’s List from last year, as you may recall this is reserved only for students who have received 90% or better in the final marks for all courses taken. As we wait for final provincial exam results we have to wait until the following year to award this. We have seen a significant jump in the number of students qualifying for this award. This is kudos to the quality of our students, their hard work and that of their teachers. We will be honouring these students at our first Recognition Assembly on Dec. 4. If your son or daughter qualifies you will be contacted and I would certainly like to invite you to attend that event. Sincerely Glen Hildebrand, Principal
Faculty: Dept Heads: Local Mrs. VanKleeck Math/Science #3237 Mrs. Neufeldt Humanities #3137 Mr. MacPhail #1120 Mr. Laity PE #5107 Mr. Abernethy/Student/Ldrshp #1107 Teaching Staff Mr. Barden #1103 Mr. Currie #3252 Mrs. Cousar #3141 Mr. Cuthbertson #3236 Ms. Dewar #3238 Mr. Domke #3240 Mrs. Faber #3256 Mr. Fedyna #3251 Mr. Friesen #3138 Mr. Haak #3250 Ms. Hunt #5107 Ms. Jantzen #5173 Mrs. Kehoe #3134 Mr. Lane #3248 Mr. Lawrence #3136 Mrs. Myers #3235 Mr. Neufeld #3234 Mrs. Sandison #1116 Mrs. VanKleeck #3237 Mrs. Wedel #3140 Learning Assistance #3135 Mrs. Collins Mrs. Hiebert Mrs. Silzer Library Mrs. Salter #3152 Cafeteria #5169 Mrs. Isaak International Rep #1110 Mr. Kim Youth Worker #3255 Darlene Rayburn Remember: We are on the web!
Please remember to phone the office if your student is going to be late or absent. Thankyou!
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October 21st, beginning at 8:30 a.m. For students who had incorrect id
cards , please go back to the photographer on retake day.
Those who did not receive their photo packages to please call 1-888-
644-4494 and contact customer service. Often this is a result of not
completing your photo form properly, wrong payment or NSF.
District Scholarships
District Scholarship Applications are Due in to Mr. Abernethy no later than October 30th. This is open to all of our grade 12's who are taking courses in Fine Arts, Applied Skills, Physical Activity, and Second Languages. There are 80 scholarships that will be awarded in our District, all worth $1000. Mr. A will be meeting with the Grads on Wednesday, Oct. 7 during Homeroom to give further details.
UFV Visiting ATSS UFV Academic Advisors will visit ATSS on Oct 27 at lunch in the Cafeteria. Come out and hear about their programs, application process and school life. Take your student to work day coming up on November 4th, more info to follow.
MUSICALTHEATREthisyear'sexcitingMusicalTheatreproductionis:
"Disney's Beauty & The Beast"( Jr). TheproductiontakesplaceinJanuary2010.
Wearelookingforbackstage/technicalhelpwiththeshowinawiderangeofareas.Ifyouareinterestedinbeingapartoftheproduction,pleasecontacteitherMrs.SandisonorMr.Dencerattheschool.More
detailsabouttheperformanceswillbeprovidedatalaterdate.
STUDENT FEE PAYMENT UPDATE STUDENT FEE CHQS ARE STILL BEING PROCESSED
AND SHOULD BE ALL ENTERED BY MONTH END.
Italy and Greece! What could be better than spending spring break 2010 in these two beautiful and historic cities? Interested? Please see Mrs. Neufeldt to find out more, or email her at [email protected] Would you like to travel to Japan? Imagine an exciting opportunity with fellow students. A spring break trip is being planned for Spring Break 2011. See Mrs. Neufeldt for more details.
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ATSS School Year Calendar
New Additions will be added in blue.
October 20 PAC Meeting 7 pm October 21 Photo Retakes October 23 Pro D Day October 27 UFV Visiting ATSS November 4 Take our kids to work day November 6 Term End November 10 Remembrance Day Ceremony 10:15 November 11 Remembrance Day November 17 PAC Meeting 7 pm November 19 Social Studies Fair November 20 Report Cards Issued Nov 25-26 1 Hr. Early Dismissal November 26 Parent/Teacher Interviews November 27 Pro D Day December 1 Career Fair for Grade 11’s December 4 Recognition Assembly December 10 Christmas Dinner and Dance December 15 Christmas Concert December 18 Last Day Before Winter Break Dec. 21-Jan 1 Winter Break January 4 School Reopens January 14-16 Musical Theatre Production January 15 Pro D Day January 22 Term End January 25-29 In school/district exams January 29 Semester Turnaround February 1 Semester II starts February 5 Report Cards Issued February 19 Pro D Day February 26 Recognition Assembly February 26 Last Day before Spring Break March 1-12 Spring Break March 15 School Reopens March 19 Public Speaking Contest April 2 Good Friday April 5 Easter Monday April 9 Term ends April 22 Report Cards Issued April 22 Parent/Teacher Interviews April 23 Pro D Day May 13 Social Studies Fair May 14 Prom – Grad Dinner and Dance May 24 Victoria Day June 4 Convocation & Dry Grad June 17 Awards Ceremony June 18 Term End June 21-29 In school/district exams June 21-22 1 Hr. Early Dismissal July 2 Report Card Pickup
Car pool Family with one child looking for someone willing to carpool. Huntington area, please call Chris @ 604-807-3302
Our newsletters will be sent out the first and third Friday of each month, unless there is a pro d-day, and then we will send it out the Thursday. Paper copies are available in the main office. If you would like to be on the list for newsletter email-outs, please send an email to: [email protected] to be added to our list.
PARK, WALK, TALK, PRAY – Parents or relatives of ATMS or ATSS students interested in meeting together to walk and pray outside around the school campus are invited to join us on Tuesday mornings at 8:30. Questions? Call Lori Toews, 604-857-2233
Yearbook time again! This years theme is based on the Olympics!
The yearbook class is an afterschool, credited course. Please see Mrs. Silzer in Room C133 if you are interested in joining. We are looking for outgoing students with an interest in photography and design. Be part of a the team that captures the 2009-2010 school year for everyone!
2009/2010 Youth Council, Abbotsford youth commission
Do you want your voice to be heard? Do you want to make a
difference for youth in your community? Do you have ideas about changes & improvements for our city that can make it a better
place for youth?
Join the Abbotsford Youth Commission’s Youth Council to meet with other youth to discuss issues & to take action. You can leave your information with Darlene Rayburn our youth care worker.
Extension: 3255
WANTED Female Hockey Players for the current
hockey season Ages 5 - 8 and 13 - 14 year olds
Contact Deb Ward @ 604 855 7166 -- call now!
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Junior Girls Volleyball
The Junior Girls Volleyball season is well under way with 2 weekend tournaments and 3 league games (as of Oct. 13) completed. The girls have a 2-1
record thus far, defeating St. John Brebeuf and Hansen and taking a loss to Mouat first game of the season. Next week's play includes games at Mouat
Tuesday Oct. 20th 3:30pm and at home against Hansen Thursday Oct. 22 3:30pm. Hope to see you there! Ms. Hunt
2008/09 ATSS Titans Soccer Sponsors Able Cresting Aldergrove Lions Club Double R Trucking Anvil Heating and Plumbing VLS Trucking A & B Driving School Valley Construction Services Peterbilt Pacific Bourquin Printers and Signs Accurate Auto body Buchanan Family Chiropractic Paramount Auto body Complete Waterproofing- Matt Crispen Elite Fire Protection Dennis Scott- Blinds, Shutters & Awnings The ATSS Boys and Girls soccer teams would like to thank their 2008/09 sponsors one more time. The ATSS soccer teams
are now selling poster ads for the 2009/10 season for $100.00 each. The money will pay for player expenses and out of town tournament costs. The posters will be distributed throughout the local area and will hang in businesses from April to July. We are confident that these posters will act as a great advertising tool for your business. If you are interested in purchasing an ATSS poster ad please contact Mr.Laity Ken Laity [email protected] 604-850-7029
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"Bully Back Off" workshop info: Stopping a bully is a skill. You and your child can learn how. "Bully Back-off" exists to train both groups and individuals in non-violent anti-bullying techniques. Sessions are led by Steve Andrews a former Child and Youth Care Counselling Instructor and Coordinator. Located in the Lower-Mainland, we have trained thousands of children and parents, on what to say or do to make a bully back off! Whether it is: prevention, stopping a current situation, or making sure your child never gets bullied again we can help. Bully back off is an anti-violence training site led by former members of CRAVE. CRAVE a Vancouver based Youth Against Violence organization won the Solicitor General of BC- Public Safety Award for youth for their work against youth violence in East Vancouver in 2004. * Youth and Parents Seminars * We facilitate training sessions in group settings for both youth and parents. Youth can learn these skills in one hour. Parents can learn them to assist their children and to prevent their child being bullied. Past locations/organizations helped have included: schools, recreation centres, youth groups, neighbourhood houses, churches, immigrant services organizations, parenting support groups, and for PAC's (Parent Advisory Councils). For more information contact us at: [email protected] Or call 604 307-9146
Songs, Strings & Steps Songs, Strings & Steps is a stirring collaboration of a variety of musical styles, dance and visuals celebrating all that is good in the arts. After 9 successful years of sold-out performances, the Songs Strings & Steps team under the direction of Dr. Calvin Dyck presents the 10th anniversary edition entitled "Songs, Strings & Steps 10 - Gold Medal Edition". This year, our education "mini-show", which is one hour in length will feature highlights from our last nine shows including dancers, skippers (Abbotsford Skipping Sensations), the Abbotsford Youth Orchestra and many other groups. Date: Friday, April 30th Where: Abbey Arts Time: 10 am show (virtually sold out) 12 noon show (300+ seats available) Cost: $8.00 per person Bussing is the responsibility of the school. Please contact Heather Dyck at 604-855-9696 or [email protected] to book seats for your school. This is a show you don't want to miss.
Dear Dance Enthusiasts Announcing the Second Annual HIGH SCHOOL HIGH Hip Hop Dance Competition on February 4th, 2010 at 4:00 at the River Rock Theatre in Richmond, —Hosted by Jheric Hizon and Anita Perel-Panar from A Star Productions. Last year's competition was remarkable! There were 15 High Schools, 25 teams and over 300 fantastic performers competing to win recognition as the "Best HIGH SCHOOL HIGH DANCE CREW" Jheric Hizon is a pioneer in the Vancouver street dance scene and an international dance instructor, choreographer, adjudicator and performer. He has appeared in documentaries and films and has worked with numerous performing artists. Recently, he has been invited to choreograph for the Vancouver Olympics 2010! Anita Perel-Panar M.A., an educator for over 30 years with a M.A. in Drama Education, focusing on the development of artistic potential, a B.A. in English & Music, and extensive training in Ballet and other forms of dance. Let this year's event be one of your most memorable High School experiences: share your talent and passion with dancers from all over B.C.! For only $20.00 per competitor, fee includes: * Chance to perform on a state of the art theatre stage * Dance workshop with professional choreographer * Guest performances * Watch, meet and learn from other performers * prizes and scholarships And last but not least, we have a SPECIAL OFFER to our HIGH SCHOOL HIGH competitors! People who register for HIGH SCHOOL HIGH will have the opportunity to participate in the Vancouver Olympics 2010. Contact us for more details! AUDIENCE TICKET COST: We have secured 30 tickets for each school at the cost of $15.00 each (a savings of $10 from door price). Let us know if this will be enough, too many, or not enough for your school as soon as possible If you are purchasing less than 30, please revise the $450.00 total to the correct amount. To ensure this discounted price, payment must be received with all competitor fees and forms by December 1st, 2009. After December 1, additional tickets can be purchased at Ticket Master for $25.00. For more information please contact us at 604.266.3053 or 604.805.0558 [email protected] www.astarstudio.com
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