Jan. 30th – Feb. 3rd, 2016

Bear Tracks

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IMPORTANT DATES

THIS WEEK

Feb. 6 8765

7:00 am – Registration opens for NEW STUDENTS Feb. 7 4321

4:00 pm – COPVPA general meeting Feb. 8 8765

Winter Concerts @ Kelowna Community Theatre 7:30 am – Music students @ Kelowna Community Theatre for rehearsal

Feb. 9 4321HR Winter Concerts @ Kelowna Community Theatre Outdoor Ed students @ Apex Mountain 7:30 am – Music students @ Kelowna Community Theatre for rehearsal 12:40 pm – Resource students @ Kelowna Rotary Centre 3:15 pm – Homeroom – report card distribution 6:00 pm – Gr. 10 & 11 Course Information Parent Evening

Feb. 10 8765 Deadline for 2nd Semester Timetable Changes Outdoor Ed students @ Apex Mountain

NEXT WEEK

Feb. 13 Family Day (no school)

Feb. 14 1234

9:20 am – Fashion & Sewing 10 students to Fabricland Feb. 15 5678

Harmony Day 8:00 am - Gr. 11 students Experience UBCO (sign up in the career centre)

Feb. 16 1234 Aboriginal Grad Retreat 8:00 am - Gr.11 students experience OC (sign up in the career centre) 12:40 pm – Resource students @ Kelowna Rotary Centre

Feb. 17 5678 Aboriginal Grad Retreat 11:00 am – International students @ Royal Lepage Arena

PARENT/STUDENT INFORMATION MBS Music Winter Concerts February 8 & 9 @ 7:00 pm Kelowna Community Theatre Special Guests: CNB & GMS middle school music students $12 for one night/$15 for two nights Tickets available at the door Grade 10/11 Parent Night Reminder to parents of grade 10 & 11 students of the upcoming Course Information Parent Evening on Thursday, Feb. 9th @ 6:00 pm.

District Budget Presentation

The public presentation explaining how the District's budget is established will take place in conjunction with the Central Okanagan Parent Advisory Council (COPAC) meeting on Monday, February 6, 2017 at 7:00 pm at Hollywood Road Education Services. We encourage all those interested in learning more about the School District 2017/2018 budget and how to provide input to attend this information meeting. Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity – How Can Parents Support Their Teens The OKM PAC is hosting Dr. Trevor Corneil, Vice-President of Population Health and Chief Medical Health Officer, to speak on "Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity – How Can Parents Support Their Teens". This presentation will be held on Tuesday, February 7th at 7:00 pm in the OKM Secondary Multi-Purpose Room. To ensure adequate seating, registration is required by February 5th by emailing OKMpacpresident.com@sd23.bc.ca. All administrators, staff, students and parents are invited to attend.

COPAC Presents: Discipline Solutions for Peaceful Parenting "Take the guilt and confusion out of parenting and put more love and laughter back in your home." Please ensure all of your parents are made aware of the following presentation by Maggie Reigh: Date: February 21st Time: 6:30 – 8:30 pm Location: Hollywood Road Educational Services This is a free event with childcare provided. Please register at: https://COPACPeacefulParenting.eventbrite.ca. Supporting Student Mental Wellness On Thursday, February 23 COPAC is hosting a Mental Health Literacy Workshop - "The Workshop will be facilitated by Traci Cooke from The FORCE - Families Organized for Recognition and Care Equity. The Workshop will include: - an introduction to talking about mental health - exploration of the Stop Wondering, Start Knowing School Video Resource - resources for supporting students experiencing mental health challenges - strategies for promoting overall wellness The Workshop will be held at Hollywood Road Education Services from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. For further information and to register visit: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/supporting-student-mental-wellness-a-mental-health-literacy-workshop-tickets-31672404013?utm_term=eventurl_text

Diversity Club Luncheon Students are invited to attend a free lunch and presentation hosted by The Diversity Club! When: Monday, February 6th at lunch Where: Room 136 What: Gender Identity and Sexuality Why: To learn about human diversity and to promote inclusive and safe spaces. *Please sign-up in room 007 by February 3rd

ATHLETICS

http://www.mbs.sd23.bc.ca/ProgramsCourses/Athletics/Pages/default.aspx

The above link will take you to Mt. Boucherie's athletic page & calendar. We will attempt to have all games posted on the calendar. Please visit there often as changes can happen daily. We are looking for 8' x 10' pictures of individual MBS athletes in action. If you have a picture of yourself playing a sport for MBS, please bring an 8x10 to the office. We would like to fill our bulletin boards with our athletes.

Feb. 6 Feb. 7 Feb. 8 Feb. 9 Feb. 10 Feb. 11 Jr. Boys B-ball

Playoffs 6:00 pm – Sr. Girls B-

ball host KSS 7:45 pm – Sr. Boys B-

ball host KSS

Jr. Boys B-ball Playoffs

Jr. Boys B-ball Playoffs

6:00 pm – Sr. Girls B-ball @ SASS

GRAD

All graduation information and deadlines for grade 12 students, can be found on our MBSS website: http://www.mbs.sd23.bc.ca/Students/Graduation/Pages/default.aspx Students are responsible for checking their website - all pages, school announcements, and for meeting all deadlines. Valedictorian, Historian & Futurist Grads are welcome to apply for the positions of Valedictorian, Historian, and Futurist during lunch in the MPR Feb 11-17. Criteria for each role is on the grad website. Students must know the criteria prior to applying. New Bursaries & Scholarship RE/MAX of Western Canada has renewed the Quest for Excellence bursary program. This year we are once again offering (16) $1,000 bursaries for a total of $16,000 to grade 12 students. 2016 Quest for Excellence program is open for submissions from September 12, 2016 until midnight March 13, 2017. Only online entries will be accepted. See attached flyer

CAREER LIFE PROGRAMS

Please visit the Career Centre for information or further details on any of the following: STUDENTS: Are you an artist or designer? If so, we have a new opportunity available for you! EMILY CARR UNIVERSITY OF ART & DESIGN (Vancouver) is offering a “Summer Institute for Teens”, ages 16-18,

from July 4 – 28, 2017. Stop by the Counselling Centre for more information or check online at: teens.ecuad.ca ARE YOU A GRADE 11 STUDENT INTERESTED IN ATTENDING THE UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA AFTER GRADUATION?! If so, here’s a fantastic opportunity for you! 20 Grade 11 students from across Canada will be chosen to attend the “Boarding UAlberta” event to be held May 12-14, 2017 at the University of Alberta in Edmonton. Students must apply online by February 26 at: UAB.CA/BOARDING. If chosen, your ticket will include flights, accommodations and an exciting weekend full of events! For more information contact the Counselling Centre. THE CENTRE FOR ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY (CATO) will be visiting MBSS on Friday, Feb. 3 at lunchbreak in the MPR! A post-secondary representative will be on hand with program brochures as well as hot chocolate for interested students! ATTENTION GRADE 12 STUDENTS: If you are planning to attend college or university in September 2017 and are interested in receiving emails regarding new scholarships available, please sign up with Mrs. Gonzales in the Counselling Centre!

Are you interested in Engineering? See Ms. Bedwell in the Career Ctr for upcoming Engineering Events at UBCO

Coming to MBSS Feb 9 & 10. See https://www.workbc.ca/Jobs-Careers/Find-Your-Fit-Tour.aspx for more information.

UBC’s visual arts program hosts a Series of Creative Day workshops for prospective students

What: Creative Day Workshops at UBC Okanagan

Who: Prospective students for UBC’s Visual Arts program

When: A series of Saturdays from January to July

Where: Creative and Critical Studies building, 1148 Research Road, UBC’s Okanagan Campus

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Because there are limited seats available for some of the sessions it would always be a good idea to pre-register for any workshops you wish to attend. To register, contact UBC’s Visual Arts Coordinator Briar Craig at Briar.Craig@ubc.ca or 250 807-9765

Prospective applicants to the program and interested young artists who missed the first portfolio day are invited to attend the second session on Saturday, February 25th, from 10:00-12:00. Those interested should bring no more than 8 to 10 artworks or images, and (or) up to three short videos which illustrate their best work while showing a range of explored media. Original artwork including finished pieces, work in progress, and sketchbooks is preferred. Prospective students can also present a digital portfolio on a laptop.

Students are encouraged to keep checking our bulletin board in the MPR and the Career Centre for volunteer opportunities. Earn your 30 hours for graduation now!! Current Volunteer Opportunites: See Mrs. Rouleau

• NEW – Family Fun Day @ CNC – Applications in Career Ctr • NEW - Peachland Boys and Girls Club – Sign up in Career Ctr • NEW - Student helpers needed February 23rd after school • Kelowna Art Gallery – Family Sundays Art Assistants - ongoing • Hockey Game video volunteer - Bantam Tier 2 – 23 home games (ongoing) • Music in Memory – Village at Smith Creek – ongoing

Reminder to all those students who are attending job shadows to return paperwork after you attend to Mrs.Rouleau

250-469-8800 kelowna.ca/recreation

2017CAMPS

Spring Break

Make lasting memories & new friends at camp! Affordable full & half day options available.

Licensed Day CampsKids can enjoy a stimulating day camp, full of exciting out-trips and in-school activities including games, crafts and sports. Due to licensing all parents must meet with manager of the facility, prior to registration. Full time registration (Mon-Fri) only, no drop-ins available. Subsidy is available through Ministry of Children & Families.

Age: 5-12 $165/wk

March 20-24 March 27-31

M-F 7:45 a.m.- 5:30 p.m.

Location: Bankhead Elementary SchoolCall 250-762-0766

Location: Watson Road Elementary SchoolCall 250-762-4495 or email: licensedcare@kelowna.ca

Get Active CampLocation: Parkinson Rec. CentreGet active in the gym & on the field. Drop-in $40 if space is available.Ages: 7-12 $165

March 20-24 150648 M-F 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. March 27-31 151058 M-F 7:30 a.m. -5:30 p.m.

Sportacular CampLocation: Kinsmen Fieldhouse HallCamp fee includes ice skating, sports at CNC and a swim at H2O pool.

March 28-31Ages: 7-12 $96151177 M-F 1 -5 p.m.

Art CampsLocation: Kinsmen Media CentreMarch 27-31 Watercolour & DrawingAges 5-8 $131151383 M-F 9:30 -11:30 a.m. 151384 M-F 12:30-2:30 p.m.Acrylic, Watercolour & Drawing Ages 9-14 $106151385 M-F 3:30-5:30 p.m.

Spring Break CampA variety of kids activities at this all day camp including swimming. Location: Parkinson Rec. CentreAges: 7-12 $165

March 20-24 150635 M-F 7:30 a.m. -5:15 p.m. March 27-31 150637 M-F 7:30 a.m. -5:15 p.m.

Junior Golf CampsLocation: The Golf CentreAges: 6-13 $110 Week 1: March 21- 24151356 Tu-F 11 - 12 a.m. 151357 Tu-F 12:30 -1:30 p.m. 151358 Tu-F 2 -3 p.m. Week 2: March 28-31151359 Tu-F 11 - 12 a.m. 151360 Tu-F 12:30 -1:30 p.m.151361 Tu-F 2 -3 p.m.

CircusYoga Camp Juggling, Acrobatics, Yoga, Theatre! Location: Kinsmen Fieldhouse Hall Ages: 6-12 $76

March 27-31 151178 M-F 9:00 - 12:00

ARC Programs’ Mental Health Counsellor is available in select secondary schools to provide education, support and referral services. If you are concerned about your child’s mental health, please contact your School Counsellor who can direct you to the mental health services available at your child’s school or in

the community.

DO’s and DON’Ts OF DEALING WITH TEST ANXIETY*

- Don't cram for an exam. The amount

you learn won't be worth the stress. - Don't think of yourself or the test in a

negative sense. - Don't stay up late studying the night

before. You and your brain need the sleep! Begin studying a week in advance if possible.

- Don't spend time with classmates who generate stress for you on test day.

- Don't take those last few moments before the test for last minute cramming. Try to relax and spend that time reading, closing your eyes or some other distraction.

For more resources on coping with Test Anxiety Please see your school counsellor or visit the following websites:

- https://www.anxietybc.com/test-anxiety.php

- http://kidshealth.org/en/teens/test-anxiety.html

- Www.how-to-study.com

- Do remind yourself that the test is only

a test. Be kind to yourself. - Do focus on integrating details into

main ideas. - Do reward yourself after the test with

food or a movie or some other treat. You just worked hard!

- Do plan on doing something relaxing the last hour before the test.

- Do tell yourself that you will do your best on the test, and that will be enough!

*Adapted from “Test Anxiety” booklet found at https://www.anxietybc.com/test-anxiety.php