We have a short week coming up with Teachers’ Convention and the Family Day weekend. Please check your child’s MyCBE and D2L/Google Classroom to see if they have any missing or incomplete assignments they can catch up on during the 5-day break.
School fees are being assigned for Semester 2 classes. Please see the CBE Fees & Waivers site for information on receiving support or making payments to address outstanding fees.
Black History Month | John Ware
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FunDraiser | Education Matters Science Olympics
The APEGA Science Olympics are interactive, inter-school events for students in Grades 1 to 12. Science Olympians use problem solving to develop solutions to a series of challenges that demonstrate how engineering and geoscience impact our everyday lives. Students will participate in teams of five. John Ware will enter two teams.
This campaign is to raise funds for entry fees and supplies. Thank you for your support. EducationMatters is a charitable registration #898887005RR0001. Tax receipts will be provided for donations greater than $20.
https://www.educationmatters.ca/project-matters/john-ware-school-apega-science- olympics/
School Council | Bring a Friend February 18
We are hoping to have a higher turnout for our upcoming council meeting on Tuesday, February 18. We will be hosting “Bring a Friend February” where parents and guardians are encouraged to bring a friend to the meeting to get to know more about the work at our school.
Not so subtle bribery: Families who attend meetings (in person and online) are eligible to put their child’s name in a draw to win a prize for their homeroom! Prizes could be an extra PE block, additional break time, be a school administrator for the day, or even a pizza party.
We Need You! Join the Executive
We have a few open executive positions which require filling – ask a friend and come together and co-manage a role if possible.
Secretary: Attend meetings and take minutes from the meeting, forward completed notes to council and school administration.
Commitment: 1.5 – 2.0 hours per month
Research shows when families are invested in their child’s education and actively engaged in what is happening within the school community, students experience higher levels of success. We need more voices in helping shape opportunities for students and supporting staff in making our school even better.
Upcoming Meeting Dates
Tuesday, Feb 18, 2025
Monday, March 17, 2025
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
Meetings start at 6:30 pm and are held both in-person in the school library and online via MS Teams.
Grade 9 Transition to Henry Wise Wood
Henry Wise Wood Regular Program Information (Online)
Wednesday, February 19, 6:00-7:00pm
Join the meeting now
Meeting ID: 245 587 266 508
Passcode: mB3xP24h
The purpose of the session is to provide guidance around the registration process, highlight many of the program and course offerings at Henry Wise Wood High School, as well as some aspects of the high school experience to which students can look forward. We will review Henry Wise Wood’s structures and available supports and provide venue for families to have their questions answered.
Banny Invites You! Communi-Tea
Banny wants to invite our families to a Family of Schools Communi-tea at Cedarbrae School on March 13 from 3:30-5:00 pm. Come and have a cup of tea or juice, some bannock and a visit with our staffs and Indigenous families from Cedarbrae, John Ware, Henry Wise Wood and Central Memorial Schools.
Clubs & Activities | On Now
Mondays at 3:15 HUM Fun Support in Humanities Room 18
Mondays at lunch Math Contest Club in Room 2
Wednesday at 3:15 Two Wheeled View Earn a Bike Program
Tues / Thurs at lunch Hobby Haven Room 6
Tuesdays at 3:15 D & D Club in Room 20
Wednesdays at lunch SAGE Club in Room 18
Thursdays at lunch Chess Club in the Learning Commons
Mon & Thurs after school Drama Production Rehearsals
Tues / Thurs at lunch Math Ninjas Math Help Room 8
Volunteers Needed | Vulnerable Sectors Checks
Do you have a valid vulnerable sectors police check? We need volunteers for field trips and activities, recognizing many parents have let their checks lapse. The CBE is once again covering the cost for a police check, and they are valid for 5 years across any school you choose to volunteer. More information: https://cbe.ab.ca/get- involved/volunteer/Pages/volunteer.aspx
Gym Strip | Expectation for all Students
Students must change each day for gym class. John Ware t-shirt (required for SLC)Athletic bottoms (shorts, sweats, leggings, etc.) *can bring from home Sweatshirt / hoodie (for outdoor classes & walking to SLC) *can bring from home Athletic shoes – no boots, Crocs, sandals, etc.
Athletic wear orders can be made through the following link: https://www.flav-our.com/jws
Fee Waiver Information
At John Ware, we are committed to ensuring every student can participate in all school activities, regardless of financial circumstances. If you are having difficulty paying school fees, we offer fee waivers to assist you.
Central Fee Waiver Central fees include lunch supervision, transportation, student supplies, and music instrument rental fees. To apply for a central fee waiver, please submit your application through your MyCBE account. For details on eligibility and required documents, visit our website.
School Fee Waiver
School fees cover course fees, activities, and field trips. Starting this year, you must first apply for a Central Fee Waiver to be considered for a school-based fee waiver. This application will be part of the review process for waiving school-based fees. To begin the application process for a fee waiver, click the link below and follow the instructions for the central fee waiver. This will provide John Ware with information about the economic or other barriers your family is facing. Request a fee waiver Once you receive an email confirming the completion of the central review, please contact Mrs. Greenlaw to discuss the school fees you are requesting to be waived.
We understand affordability can be a challenge, and we are dedicated to providing every student with a high-quality education, regardless of their family’s ability to pay fees.
Sincerely,
Tanis Greenlaw, Principal John Ware School
Repeat Items & Key Dates
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