Admin News

Swimming—Mondays 10:45—12:00

NO CLASSES—

Oct. 2—Early Dismissal

Oct. 13—No School-Thanksgiving

Oct. 14—No School-PD

Oct. 23-Parent Teacher Interviews

(see back page for interview form)

Reaching Out

Inside this issue:

Upcoming Events

Outreach High School Newsletter

2014-2015 Freedom to Excel

September is always a busy month. It is the end of summer, back to school, new books, new teachers,

new clothes, and new possibilities. The staff of Outreach High School would like to welcome back

our returning students and welcome our new students to an exciting year.

This year at Outreach we have introduced a couple of new programs. In addition to our usual line up

of Art, Physical Education, and other school activities, we have Yoga, Swim Club, and Wellness

Through Music programs. We invite all students to check out these new courses! Also, watch out for

school field trips and in school activities like games night and movie nights!

We are looking forward to an exciting year where we have many programs, groups, activities and

events that we encourage students to seek out and get involved in. On behalf of myself and the staff,

we look forward to another successful year full of success and personal growth.

My door is always open. If you have any questions, comments or concerns please feel free to

contact me.

Sincerely,

-Brian Samuel

Admin News 1

Counselor’s Corner 2

Inside Story 3-4

Alta. Health Services 5

Informative News 7-9

Parent Teacher Interview 10

October 2014

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Food for Thought

It is important to get into a healthy routine of eating breakfast to help prepare for a day of learning. An adolescent in the classroom whose last meal was dinner the night before has gone about 16 hours without food, and that ado-lescent is hungry, whether he or she knows it or not. A nutritious breakfast will provide energy for several hours-

until lunch. Is any kind of breakfast better than no breakfast at all? Unfortunately, no; a doughnut or a can of pop, for ex-ample, only provides a quick rush of energy that lasts about 40 minutes, about the length of time it takes to get from the breakfast table to the classroom! Adolescence is one of the greatest periods of change during our lifetime. It is a time of rapid growth and development. Ado-lescents go through remarkable physical changes of all kinds and their food intake becomes a critical aspect of this growth and development. Recent research shows that eating breakfast consisting of nourishing foods not only makes children healthier, it can improve school performance, make them emotionally more stable and better able to cope with stress and anxiety, increase energy levels, boost self esteem, prevent colds and flus, and upstart their metabolism, which helps with weight control and mood. Adolescents may think that skipping breakfast seems like a good way to save on calories, but research suggests the oppo-site. In fact, meal-skippers often eat more high-calorie, salty and low-fiber snacks. Eating a healthy breakfast may help ado-lescents avoid overeating later in the day and prevent unhealthy eating patterns, such as not eating early in the day and eating a lot late in the evening. To ensure our students at Outreach are well nourished and ready to learn we offer Breakfast for Learning. The teachers at Outreach ensure that fresh bread from Cobs Bakery is ready for breakfast and a snack during our mid-morning break, as well as cereals and fruit. It’s back to school time again and as our students head to class, a healthy breakfast will help ensure they get a smart start to each day!

Breakfast for Learning is available every morning in the common area

Colleen’s Counselling Corner

Diploma Exams

“November Diplomas”

- All modules must be handed and exams written by Oct. 31

Monday, Nov. 3 ELA 30-2 Part A

Tuesday, Nov. 4 ELA 30-2 Part B

Wednesday, Nov. 5 Math 30-1

Thursday, Nov. 6 Chemistry 30

Friday, Nov. 7 Physics 30

“January Diplomas”

Dates for our Diploma and Non-Diplomas will be posted in the “November Newsletter”

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October

Birthday’s at Outreach

October 2014

Aidan Hardy

Brian

Britain Wheeler

Bryce Mason

Chris Bouchard-Jenkins

Clement Joseph

Danielle Paul

Derya Ciplak

Emily Taylor

Jordanna Dhoedt

Josh Arthurs

Karen

Kennedy Gieck

Kyle Ladda

Lane McMartin

Luis Ramirez

Matthew Jarbeau

McKenzie Seymour

Mikaela Tziklas

Morgan Reiniger

Paige Dufour

Ryan Yee

Salanis Latulippe

Ted

Tristan McGrady

Just a reminder:

School fees are now due; if you have any questions please

contact the school.

If you have any books you are not using right now or will not be

using, please return them to the school. We would rather house

them here than you keeping them.

If you are working, please see

Marlene for work experience.

You will earn valuable credits!!

Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP)

Apprenticeship is on-the-job training under the supervision of a skilled tradesperson com-

bined with classroom training. It is an efficient and effective way of providing skilled workers

in the trades.

The Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) is an apprenticeship program for high school

students. Students start learning and practicing their future trade while in high school. Stu-

dents gain hands-on, up-to-date training, earn high school credits, receive a pay cheque, and

accumulate hours towards their journeyman status.

RAP students are both full-time high school students and registered apprentices. Students can

earn up to eight 5 credit RAP courses available in each of the 70 apprenticeship trades. A to-

tal of 100 credits are required for a high school diploma and a RAP completion would give a

student 40 of those credits. The time a RAP student spends at school and on the work site can

be quite flexible. The student, school and employer jointly agree to a suitable schedule.

We have had students participating in RAP in the following courses: an Automotive Service

Technician, a Parts Technician, a Plumber, a Transport Trailer Mechanic, a Machinist,

an Electrician, a Cook, a Sheet Metal Worker, an Outdoor Power Equipment Technician

and a Carpenter.

Who can enter the program? Any registered high school student is eligible to participate in

the program.

How do you sign up for RAP?

1. Choose your trade—check out websites to explore the right trade for your skills,

talents and abilities. (www.tradesecrets.org) 2. Find an employer—a journeyman or an employer who

employs journeymen can hire you as a RAP apprentice. 3. Complete the application/contract with your employer. When the application form

is complete, send it to your nearest apprenticeship and industry training office for registra-

tion.

Contact Brian for the application/contract for your employer. (780) 458-0839

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October 2014

Alberta Health Service - Addiction Services St. Albert

Topic: Families

Did you know?

When there is an addiction in the family, the family often operates by what is known as “the 3 unwritten rules”. These rules

are “Don’t talk about it, don’t trust anyone, and don’t feel”. The addiction in the family may cause family members to feel

lonely, frustrated, fearful, angry or shameful and thus not share what is going on in the family. Children often take on adult

responsibilities.

The Good News is that children are resilient and build on their own strengths. It is always easier to have support! It is ok to

ask for help. Support groups, counselling and/or a good friend are all important resources.

Referenced from AHS Materials:

Addiction in the Family ABCs

Youth Pamphlet: Changing the Rules - AHS.

If you are interested in chatting more about substance use (drugs, alcohol, and tobacco) or gambling, - see the secretary to

book with Wendy, talk to a teacher or call Wendy directly (number below).

Reminders:

Wendy is here October 9, November 5

December 3 and January 14 from 11-12 noon

Wendy Gruhlke-Smar BSW/RSW

Alberta Health Services - Addiction & Mental Health

30 Sir Winston Churchill Avenue

St. Albert, Alberta. T8N 3A3

P - 780-460-4971

F - 780-460-7152

wendy.gruhlke-smar@albertahealthservices.ca

Getting the Most From Parent-Teacher Interviews

Maintaining a positive, open approach makes an interview more valuable. Use these tips to be

prepared:

Talk to your child first. Learn his or her likes and dislikes about school-explain that your

purpose is not to check up but to help.

Write down specific questions or concerns. This way you will be able to focus on what you

need to know.

Discuss your child’s special interests. The more the teacher knows about your child, the

more the teacher will be able to help.

Expect the teacher to have questions. Insights into your child’s attitudes toward school,

home work habits and physical or emotional problems will help the teacher assist your child.

Discuss the meeting with your child afterwards. It is important that your child know that

you and the teacher are working together. Maintain your positive approach.

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The Goose Story by Dr. Harry Clarke Noyes

ARCS NEWS, Vol. 7, No. 1, January 1992

Next

fall, when you see Geese

heading South for

the Winter, flying along in V formation, you might

consider what science has dis- covered as to why they fly that way:

as each bird flaps its wings, it creates an

uplift for the bird immediately following. By flying in V formation the whole flock adds at least

71% greater flying range than if each bird flew on its own. People who share a common direction and sense of community

can get where they are going more quickly and easily because they are traveling on the thrust of one another.

When

a goose falls out of formation,

it suddenly feels the drag and resistance of trying to go it alone

and quickly gets back into formation to take advantage of the lifting power of the bird in front.

If we have as much sense as a goose, we will stay in formation

with those who are headed the same way we are.

When the Head Goose

gets tired, it rotates back in the wing and another goose flies point.

It is sensible to take turns doing demanding jobs with people or with geese flying South.

Geese

honk from behind to encourage those up front to keep up their speed.

What do we say when we honk from behind?

Finally,

and this is important, when a goose gets sick, or is

wounded by gunshots and falls out

of formation, two other geese fall out with that goose and follow it down to lend help and protection.

They stay with the fallen goose until it is able to fly, or until it dies. Only then do they launch out on their own, or with another formation

to catch up with their group.

IF WE HAVE THE SENSE OF A GOOSE, WE WILL STAND BY EACH OTHER

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October 2014

Triple P Positive Parenting Program

Fall Sessions:

Location: District Office

60 Sir Winston Churchill Ave.

Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30 October 22, 29 November 5, 12 and 19

Triple P can help develop healthy routines, compliance and positive relationship with discipline. For more information contact TripleP@spschools.org—Sheila Chisholm 780-460-3712 ext 375 or check out the Triple P website: http://alberta.triplep-staypositive.net/

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October 2014

Parent Teacher Interview Sheet

Interviews will take place on Thursday October 23, 2014 from 2:00pm-5:00pm and 6:00pm-

9:00pm. Please return the interview request form (one per family) to the school as soon as possi-

ble. Bookings will be done on a first come first serve basis.

If you have any questions please call 780-458-0839. Please return this form no later than Octo-

ber 20, or call to set up a time.

Name:_____________________________________________

Phone #:___________________________________________

Teacher(s):_________________________________________

_________________________________________

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