Dear QEHS Parents and Guardians,
We know these are uncertain times; we are looking forward to welcoming students on Tuesday, September 2. I am new to QEHS but I am immediately struck by how impressive the team supporting our children are thoughtfully planning your child’s learning experience. I also had the pleasure of meeting many students, and some parents, during our student photo days and the returning students expressed how much they love their school. I can’t wait to meet the rest of our students.
Below are some important first week updates to share.
Junior High Staggered Entry 8:55 – 11:56 am
- Grade 7s- Meet your homeroom teacher in the back east field starting at 8:40am. Teachers will have signs to help your child locate their homeroom teacher.
- Grade 8s and 9s- go directly to your homeroom class. Staff will be supporting students in the hallways to find their class.
- Reminder that busses home are not provided. Please be sure to arrange transportation home at 11:56 am
High School Staggered Entry 12:33 – 3:33 pm
- Students will go through a mini-timetable to meet all of their teachers.
- Your child should take a screen shot of their timetable in PowerSchool on Monday evening. Copies of timetables will not be printed.
High School Course Change Requests
- Our student services team continues to work through course change requests. We have now closed the form.
- If your child has "See Counsellor" on their timetable, they can visit Student Services starting at 12pm on Tuesday, September 2.
Communication
Student learning and well-being are enhanced through collaborative engagement between students, staff, parents/guardians and the community. Fostering relationships with parents/guardians through engagement and communication opportunities is essential to student success. Often speaking directly to those most closely involved in a situation is most effective and timely. Please review the QEHS Parent/Guardian Communication Cheat Sheet to help ensure you are contacting the correct person and following our communication processes.
Get Involved- Fall Sports Try Outs are Underway! Check out more information on our website.
Looking forward to a wonderful year ahead! Have a safe and relaxing weekend.
Sincerely,
Jennifer Edmondson-Neily
Principal