March 14, 2018
Neilburg Composite School Newsletter
IMPORTANT DATES
Mar. 14 Grade 12 Drake meat sales starts
Mar. 16 SRC St. Patrick's Day Assembly 11:30 – wear green
Mar. 19 Division PD – no classes
Mar. 23 K-9 report cards home
Mar. 26 & 28 Parent teacher interviews
Mar. 26-29 Book Fair
Mar. 28 Spring plant fundraiser starts
Mar. 30 Good Friday – no classes
April 2-6 Easter Break – no classes
April 10 Grade 12 Drake meat sales due at 9:00 am
April 13 Student of the Month assembly
April 13 Hat day – pay $2 to wear your hat in school
April 23 World Book day
Apr. 27 Gr. 10-12 report cards home
April 30 Plant orders due at 9:00 am
May 5 Graduation Day
May 21 Victoria Day – no classes
Parents, students and the buses: IMPORTANT MESSAGE
I would like to acknowledge the parents of students at Neilburg Composite School for all of their efforts in maintaining communication with the school and in keeping our students safe. However, a couple of things have come up recently that are a cause for concern.
Please be sure to stay out of the bus lanes before and after school while the buses are loading and unloading. Small children cannot be seen when they are around the buses and their movements can be unpredictable, which is why the buses have their stop lights on and their arms out even in the bus lane. This concern is echoed by the law in Saskatchewan, which states (Section 43, Highway Safety Act, 2006; Section 212, Traffic Safety Act, 2006):
(2) The driver of a vehicle proceeding in the same direction on a highway as a school bus that has its safety lights in operation shall not pass the school bus.
(3) The driver of a vehicle proceeding in the same direction on a highway as a school bus that is stopped and that has its safety lights and stop arm in operation shall stop at least five metres from the rear of the school bus and shall not proceed until the operation of the safety lights and stop arm has been discontinued.
(4) When a school bus is stopped and has its safety lights and stop arm in operation, the driver of a vehicle that is approaching the school bus from the opposite direction on a highway, other than a divided highway, shall stop at least five metres from the front of the school bus and shall not proceed until the operation of the safety lights and stop arm has been discontinued.
(5) Any person who contravenes subsection (2), (3) or (4) is guilty of an offence and liable on summary conviction to a fine of not less than $250 and not more than $1,000.
We have been assured by the RCMP that drivers who ignore either the bus' safety lights or the No Parking signs which are displayed at both ends of the bus lane can be charged. Up until now, we have relied on conversations with drivers to remind them of this law. We also put out pylons while the buses are loading and unloading to discourage parents and others from driving in the bus lane at that time. However we are still having issues. We do not want to see anyone fined, but our students' safety is paramount.
We have come across another issue in our day-to-day operations. Although the school truly appreciates being told when a student is not travelling by bus, particularly in the evening, the bus driver needs to know as well. That way, if a student gets on the bus when they are not supposed to, the driver knows and will not leave the school or home with the child on the bus. So please, let both the school and the driver know if your child will not be riding on the bus. This is confirmed by the school division School Bus Safety Handbook for Parents/Guardians which can be found on the division's website.
What parents/guardians should be aware of regarding school bus service:
Provide a written note or phone call to the driver if your child is modifying their normal routine or is not to ride the bus at all … A confirmed text message to the driver may be suitable. Thank you very much to your attention to these details. We fully appreciate your cooperation in these matters.
GRADE 12 DRAKE MEAT FUNDRAISER The grade 12 students are doing a Drake Meat Fundraiser. If you are interested in purchasing something from the variety of meats that they have for sale please contact a grade 12 student of the school at 306-823-4313. Orders are due by April 10th and expected to be delivered towards the end of April.
PARENT/STUDENT/ TEACHER INTERVIEWS Our next set of student-parent-teacher conferences are quickly approaching. The dates are Monday, March 26 and Wednesday, March 28. The interviews will be running from 4:00-7:00 pm without a break. This also means that the hours of the BookFair will reflect those of the interviews. We want to make sure you are aware of the interview date and will be able to find a time that works for you. Parents of Elementary students who require an interview will be contacted to set up an interview time. If you don't get a call and would like an interview, please contact the school office at 306-823-4313, to set up a time to meet. Parents of grade 6-12 students are asked to follow the same format as the fall interviews and meet with the teachers as they become available during the interview sessions. We look forward to meeting with you. Note: Mrs. Knorr-Bingham, Mrs. Heeroma, Mrs. Chapman and Mrs. Snell will only be available for interviews on Monday, March 26.
Dear Parents and Families,
The PAWS for Books/PAWS to Read Scholastic Book Fair is coming to our school, March 26th to 29th. (Just before the Easter Break) What better way to promote reading to our students than by supporting this important literary event.
We invite your entire family to participate by purchasing the latest and greatest in children's books. Your support of this vital literary event is a key part of helping us obtain new books and resources for our library and classrooms.
You'll find hundreds of quality books at our Book Fair with a wide assortment for all reading levels. Visit the Scholastic Book Fairs website at www.scholastic.ca/bookfairs to get more detailed information about these books. You can also watch book trailers and author videos with your child on the BookTube page. You could win $50 in books – $25 for your family PLUS $25 for your child's classroom!
Don't forget to mark the Book Fair dates on your calendar! We look forward to seeing you during our Scholastic Book Fair and thank you, in advance, for supporting this great literary event. Thank you for believing in books and the impact of reading on your child's future.
Sincerely,
Deb Hein, Book Fair Chairperson
Book Fair Dates: March 26th – 29th
Times: March 26 & 28: 9:00 – 7:00; 27th: 9:00-3:00; 29th:9:00-2:00
Location: Neilburg Composite School – Library
We accept cheques made payable to our school – NCS or Neilburg Composite School
Also… there will be threes draws.
1. Bring your Animal Stuffies (with PAWS) to the PAWS For4 Books book fair and your name goes into a draw for a book.
2. Bring a selfie of you and your pet (show Mrs. Hein) and your name goes into a draw for a poster.
3. Find three of the Easter colored PAWS (tell Mrs. Hein where you saw them) and your name goes into a draw for a book.
Family Fun: Sponsored by the Neilburg School Community Council
April 19, 2018, 4:00 to 6:00
Join us for a Family evening making slime and a craft. This will be an evening to relax with your children, stay away from the TV for a couple of hours and leave with a handful of slime, which your child will love, and a craft item. The $5.00 fee includes a snack midway through the activities. Please register by April 16, 2018.
GRADE 5/6 BASKETBALL - Ms. Chammartin
Wednesday - March 21st - Final Tournament in Maidstone. (We have enough drivers). 😊
All of our "pool" games are held in the elementary gym. Our first game is 4:00. The second game is scheduled for 5:30 and the third is at 6:00. The final game time is at 6:30 (if we place 1st in our pool).
There will be a concession of hot dogs, chips, candy bags, and water/juice.
Junior Badminton Schedule – Mrs. Knorr-Bingham
Friday, March 16th - Singles' Tournament in Hillmond. Start time: 3:30pm
Saturday, March 17th - Doubles' Tournament in Hillmond. Start time: 10:00am
Practice days will be on Mondays and Wednesdays with the exception of : March 14th.
Dates for Mega-Birdie and Divisions TBA
Career Education Information (Mrs. Kerr-Goodfellow)
1. Sask. Learning transcript for Gr.12's attending Post-secondary school
If a grade 12 is attending a post-secondary institute in the fall after graduation, this person needs to order and send an official transcript from Sask. Learning. Go to Sask. Learning and look for High School Transcript .
2. Wednesday, March 21 Lakeland College presentation for grade 9-11's
3. Wednesday, March 28 SaskPolyTech presentation for gr.9-11's
4. Wednesday, May 2 Try A trade in Lloydminster for grade 9 & 10's
Grade 8 & 9 Fine Arts play presentations in the gym ( Mrs. Kerr-Goodfellow)
Thursday, March 15 at 12:50 The Murdered Mystery
Wednesday, March 28 12:50 Macbeth Off Kilter
Parents are most welcome to attend.
Grad 2018 (Mrs.Kerr-Goodfellow)
The graduates would like to thank everyone that supported their fruit sale. The fruit should be in mid-March. Buyers will receive a call or text when we know the arrival date.
SRC (Mrs. Kerr-Goodfellow)
Friday, March 16 at plus time (11:30 am)
The SRC is hosting a special St. Patrick's assembly. All students & staff will be attending. Please wear some green clothing on that day.
Next Hat day is Friday, April 13.
2016-2017 Yearbooks are IN!
Yearbooks sell for $25.00.
Thank you to Karrie Blackbeard for all her hard work on this yearbook!
If you need to complete your collection with previous years, 2015-16 yearbooks are on sale for $20.00, 2014-15 for $15.00 and older ones are a steal of a deal at $5.00 each.
Caution! Caution!
Due to severe allergies among the students at NCS, the school requires that everyone avoid bringing any items with nut products, eggs that are not baked into an item or animals to the school. Our students' health depends on your cooperation. Thank you.
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STUDENT ABSENCES
Parents please notify the school if your child is going to be absent. Parents will receive an automated phone call for any unexcused absences.
STUDENT FEES
Notices for any student fees still owing were sent out with report cards. Please send payment for any outstanding fees as soon as possible or pay online with SchoolCash.
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Neilburg Minor Ball Registration
April 9th, 7:00 pm at the Neilburg Arena.
T-ball 2011-2014
Mites 2009-2010
Mosquito 2007-2008
Peewee 2005-2006
YOUTH GROUP
Friday Night Youth March 16...we are going to "The Color" concert in Lloydminster!! (check out their music on iTunes) We are leaving at 6pm from the church, please be there at 5:45 to sign in and so we can collect permission forms (forms need to be signed by parents ahead of time) and $5 for tickets. We will be stopping for snacks after, so please bring money for that as well.
BUSINESS ADVERTISEMENTS – PAID ADVERTISEMENTS
If your business would be interested in putting a paid advertisement in the school newsletter, please contact Cathy at the school (306-823-4313). The newsletters go out weekly (usually Wednesday). Any ads would have to be into the school by 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday morning. The school email is ncs@nwsd.ca, the fax is 306-823-4403 or you can drop them off. The cost is $10 per advertisement per week. *As usual our community announcements will be published free of charge.
