SOURIS SCHOOL NEWSLETTER www.shmb.ca/sourisschool Volume 30, Number 30 May 14, 2010 NEWS FROM THE OFFICE We celebrated Manitoba Day at Souris School on Wednesday, May 12th, 2010.  Mrs. Averill Whitfield, along with Mrs. Barb Falloon and Mrs. Glenda McConnell put together a great program.  Our students received A short history lesson about Manitobaís birthday and sang a number of songs to celebrate the day. Once again, thank you for the great day. We had a good turnout Wednesday evening for the proposed Middle Years electives for next year.  The information and comments that evening indicate to us that we are on the right track and will be implementing these electives next year.  Please get your forms in as soon as possible. We had a number of students write the AP Biology exam this past Monday.  This is a first for Souris School; we hope the experience of writing a University level exam will help prepare our students for what is ahead.  A huge thank you goes out to Mr. Feschuk for bringing this course to our students. As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call me directly at 483-6230. ïMr. Bob Young ATTENTION ALL PARENTS/GUARDIANS OF GRADE 11 STUDENTS This morning each student received a course outline for next year's 40S Transactional ELA course.  Please review this outline at your convenience.         ïMr. Mike Kindle TEACHERíS BLUE JEAN FUND Any high school student attending a camp this summer can apply for financial aid from the ëTeachers Blue Jean Fundí.  Apply in writing to Mrs. Dunbar before June 15th.  Describe where, when and how much the camp will cost. MIDDLE YEARS NEWS A reminder to all current grade 5, 6, and 7 students that your electives forms are to be returned to your homeroom teachers by Monday, May 17th.  Please be sure to have them handed in by this date in order to have your input towards receiving an elective of your choice! Darryl Jackson, Membership Chairman was filling in for Brian Parham, Exalted Ruler of the Souris BPO Elks Lodge to present Hannah with her certificate. Congratulations to Hannah Cooke whose poster on Addictions, Awareness and Healthy Choices is advancing to the National level of the Elks and Royal Purple Literary Poster and Video contest sponsored by the Elks & Royal Purple Fund for Children Hannah placed 3rd in the Provincial competition and her poster is now submitted to be judged at the National level.  We are so proud of you, Hannah!! Also a huge thanks to the Souris Branch of the BPO Elks for their continued support of our school and students! ïMrs. Leanne Rolfe NEWS FROM THE MUSIC DEPARTMENT Grade 7 Band Family & friends are invited to the Grade 7 Solo Night on Monday, May 17th at 7:00 p.m. in the Band Room.  See you there. Choir Club Itís that time of year when we wrap up our singing engagements.  The Choir Club will be entertaining the residents of The Personal Care Home on Wednesday, May 19th at 11:10 a.m. and then travel to Victoria Park Lodge to sing for the residents there.  Our annual weiner roast in the Park will be at noon that same day.  Parent volunteers are needed to help at the Park.  An info/permission letter has been sent home with each Choir Club member.  The Choir Club will be performing their songs at the K-6 Variety Concert on Friday, May 28th in the afternoon. Bad Boys The Bad Boys are busy preparing a few songs for the upcoming Variety Concert on Friday, May 28th.  They will also sing for the senior residents at The Personal Care Home and Victoria Park Lodge on Wednesday, May 26th.  Please watch for an info letter next week. KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION The school is now accepting registration for Kindergarten students for the 2010-2011 school year.  Parents who have children of Kindergarten age are asked to register these children with the school secretary between 8:00 a.m. ñ 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday at the school office.  Parents are asked to bring their childís birth certificate when they come to register.  Children must be five years of age on or before December 31st, 2010.  Anyone who is aware of neighbors and friends who may have children ready to begin Kindergarten in the fall are asked to pass the message on to them to assist with our school planning. WAY OUT WEST IN A DRESS DVDís of the Middle Years Fall drama performance, Way Out West In A Dress, are available to the cast members at a cost of $ 3.00 each. Any cast member interested in purchasing a copy please see ïMs. Keyes. PARENT ADVISORY COUNCIL Just a quick reminder that next Monday is the final SSPAC meeting of this school year. The meeting will start at 7:00 p.m. in Room 12 at the school. The following are some of the items on the agenda: ~ ?~~~~~~~~ staffing 2010 ?~~~~~~~~ Early Years literacy ?~~~~~~~~ Middle Years electives ?~~~~~~~~ feedback on the Family Fun Night ?~~~~~~~~ report from the MAPC Conference ~If you have anything that you would like to see added to the agenda please send me an email. Have a great weekend and I hope to see you at Mondayís meeting! ~ ïJaycee Thexton  SSPAC President  jayceet@mts.net ~ Executive for 2010-2011 President ñ Jaycee Thexton Vice-President ñ Shelley Elliot Secretary ñ Mary Lovatt Treasurer ñ Heather Remillard Early Years Representative ñ Shirlee Goldrich McFaul Middle Years Representative ñ Cheryl Roberts Senior Years Representative ñ Bonnie Radcliffe ~ ìA community organization dedicated to the education and well being of children.î CAREER EXPLORATION NEWS May is a very busy month for all.  This yearís Grad preparations are well underway.  Grade 12ís have until the end of the month to submit their applications for the local scholarships. Information on our schoolís local scholarships is on the web. The Grade 11ís, next yearís grads, will have their first Grad credit check interview in the next two weeks.  Career choices, post-secondary options and scholarships will be discussed. There are a few scholarships still available to the Grade 12 students.  There is time but these deadlines are approaching quickly.  Please see me for further information and continue to check our schoolís website for updated scholarships. ïMrs. C. Delaurier RUGBY The Sabre Rugby teams hosted the Dauphin Clippers last Friday and dominated both games.  The girls defeated Dauphin 66-5.  Leading the way was Brynna Walker with three tries and two converts.  Allison Brigden also scored three tries with Michelle Janz adding two of her own.  Scoring single tries were Emily Tuttosi, Kelsey Penno, Carly Roper and Sarah Williams.  Sofia Viramontes added a convert. The Boys also dominated from the start with a 58-0 victory.  Ben Swain scored two tries and added 4 converts.  Ken May, Ryan Elliott and Braden Pettinger also scored two tries each.  Luke Hill and Hudson Morrison each scored one try to round out the scoring. The Sabres next action is this Friday as they travel to Minnedosa to take on the Chancellors. ïMr. Brian Yon VARSITY BADMINTON Congratulations to the Varsity Players who went to Provincials on the weekend.  Brett Young played well but did not advance to the finals. Shandie Parobec and Alyssa Warnett advanced to the consolations where they ended up 11th overall.  Well Done.         ïMr. Denny Quigley RUGBY SCHEDULE May 14      Souris @ Minnedosa 18      Crocus @ Souris 28      Swan River @ Souris June 1       Semi Finals 2       Semi Finals 5       WHSR Finals SCHOOL COMING EVENTS May 17              PAC Meeting ñ 7:00 p.m. 17              Gr. 7 Solo Night ñ 7:00 p.m. 19              Choir Club at PCH/VPL 24              Victoria Day ñ NO CLASSES 26              Bad Boys at PCH/VPL 28              K-6 Variety Concert to Celebrate                 Music (advertised as 26th last week                 that was the wrong date, sorry.) 26-28           Senior Band Tour 31              Summer Band Concert-Hartney 31-June 3       Provincial Exam ñ Gr. 12 ELA June 1               Summer Band Concert-Souris 2               Gr. K-4 Track & Field Meet 3               Rain date for the above                 Farm Safety Day ñ Gr. 5 & 6 7               Provincial Exam-Consumer Math 7-18            Swimming Lessons, Gr. 1-5 8-9             Provincial Exam ñ Gr. 12 Applied                 Math 17              Grade 12 exams 18-24           Grade 9-11 exams 25              Souris School Grad 25              K-5 Swimming Party ñ p.m. 29              Administration Day ñ No Classes 30              Report Card Day                 11:00 a.m. Dismissal NOBODYíS PERFECT PROGRAM The Nobodyís Perfect program is for families with children from ages birth to 5 years.  The program builds on what parents already know and do for themselves and their children.  Itís a place to meet others with children of the same age and with whom they share interests and concerns.  It is a place for parents to get together where they learn from each other where they can build on existing strengths and skills based on the Family Value.   When:  May 21 ñ June 18 Where:  Baptist Church, Souris Time:  9:30 a.m. To register, contact:  Amanda  851-6327 It is the Souris Girl Guide Mothers Day Tea at the Fellowship Center on Saturday, May 8th from 2:00 - 4:00.  There will be a bake sale set up at the tea as well. AVALON THEATRE May  14-16 7:30 P.M. DIARY OF A WIMPY KID Starring: Zachary Gordon/Robert Capron Rated: P.G. 120 mins Meet the kid who made "wimpy" cool, in a family comedy based on the best-selling illustrated novel Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney, the first in a series that has thus far sold 24 million copies.  It chronicles the adventures of wise-cracking middle school student Greg Heffley, who must somehow survive the scariest time of anyone's life: middle school. St. Paulís U.C.W. is willing to sponsor students partially or totally to camp. Our priority would be to Rock Lake United Church camp near Crystal City.  Some activities there are kayaking, canoeing, wall climbing, drama/skits, water games, dances and more.    Registration forms available at church office.  Must apply by June 22nd.  For sponsorship call Leona Perkin at 483-3400. Vacation Bible school will be running July 26 - 30 @ Faith Community Baptist Church.~This years exciting adventure is a High Seas Expedition. It is open to all kids entering Kindergarten Sept 2010 to Grade 6. If you are too old but don't want to miss out on the fun you can still come and help by being a junior crew leader. More details to come but if you need more info call Belinda @ 483 - 2749 Legion Sports Camps All camps are coed and are open to athletes entering Grade 6-12.   Gymnastics, Judo, Soccer and Elementary Sport may accept athletes from elementary grades.   Brochures are available at the school office.  The Souris Legion Ladies Auxiliary will sponsor up to five students/$100.00 per student.  The Main Branch will sponsor up to five students and the $ amount depends on how many students go.  Applications, in writing, need to be in before June 15th, but the sooner the better. Camp Bridges, Legion Sports Camp, Turtle Mountain Bible Camp, Camps with Meaning.  Applications available at the office. FORBIDDEN FLAVOURS New Menu Items and Price List HamburgerÖ$2.75 CheeseburgerÖ$3.00 Hot dogsÖ$2.00 SoupÖ$2.50 SandwichesÖ$3.00 WrapÖ$3.50 Mini SubsÖ$2.25 Pizza PopsÖ$2.00 Kraft Dinner CupÖ$2.00 Daily SpecialÖ$3.75 Pizza PretzelÖ$2.00 OreoÖ$1.75 CookiesÖ$.75 MuffinsÖ$1.75 BagelsÖ$1.50 Fruit CupÖ$1.50 Sm. Choc MilkÖ$1.25 Lg. Choc MilkÖ$1.75 ChipsÖ$1.25 Hot RodÖ $1.25 Beef JerkyÖ$1.75 Cheese StringÖ$1.00 Cheeseín CrackersÖ$1.00 VeggiesÖ$2.00 Juice BoxesÖ$1.00 SlushyÖ$2.00 HallsÖ$1.50 Jello - $0.75 Yogurt - $1.50 Daily Specials - $3.75 Monday...Perogies Tuesday...Potato Skins Wednesday...Chicken Bacon Cheese Melt Thursday...Taco in a Bag Friday...Pizza ñ (Cheese or Pepperoni/Salami) As always, bag lunches will be delivered to Kindergarten and grade 1 students.  Please make sure orders have names, grade and room numbers on them. CAMPBELL SOUP LABELS Thank you to everyone who keeps saving the labels/UPC codes from Campbell Soup products, V8-Juice/Splash/Prego Spaghetti/Broth/Goldfish Crackers/Habitant/Chunky Chili Soup/Gardennay/Pace Salsa/Soup at Hand etc Just a reminder the bar codes have to be on them and if you can lay them flat and have them counted, that is also a big help. If interested, you can go to www.campbellsoup.ca, and then click on labels for education for more information on this program. Keep those labels coming!         ïMrs. Glenda McConnell ITíS GOING TO BE A GREAT WEEKEND! GET OUT AND ENJOY THE FORBIDDEN FLAVOURS New Menu Items and Price List HamburgerÖ$2.75 CheeseburgerÖ$3.00 Hot dogsÖ$2.00 SoupÖ$2.50 SandwichesÖ$3.00 WrapÖ$3.50 Mini SubsÖ$2.25 Pizza PopsÖ$2.00 Kraft Dinner CupÖ$2.00 Daily SpecialÖ$3.75 Pizza PretzelÖ$2.00 OreoÖ$1.75 CookiesÖ$.75 MuffinsÖ$1.75 BagelsÖ$1.50 Fruit CupÖ$1.50 Sm. Choc MilkÖ$1.25 Lg. Choc MilkÖ$1.75 ChipsÖ$1.25 Hot RodÖ $1.25 Beef JerkyÖ$1.75 Cheese StringÖ$1.00 Cheeseín CrackersÖ$1.00 VeggiesÖ$2.00 Juice BoxesÖ$1.00 SlushyÖ$2.00 HallsÖ$1.50 Jello - $0.75 Yogurt - $1.50 Daily Specials - $3.75 Monday...Perogies Tuesday...Potato Skins Wednesday...Chicken Bacon Cheese Melt Thursday...Taco in a Bag Friday...Pizza ñ (Cheese or Pepperoni/Salami) As always, bag lunches will be delivered to Kindergarten and grade 1 students.  Please make sure orders have names, grade and room numbers on them. !