Knights' Notes - Wednesday, May 7, 2025 - Queen Elizabeth High School

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Posted on 2025-05-07 21:38:35.305 +0000 UTC

Important Dates

Friday, May 16 – Non-Instructional Day – No classes for Students

Monday, May 19 – Victoria Day

Exam Schedule

The June 2025 high school exam schedule is now posted on our website.

https://queenelizabethhs.cbe.ab.ca/exam-schedule

Grade 12 Graduation Updates

Queen Elizabeth High School’s Grade 12 Graduation is approaching quickly! We wanted to reach out with information about some of our upcoming events so that everyone can plan accordingly.

Graduation Ceremony at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium - Tuesday, June 3

Ceremony begins at 10:30 am and graduates are expected to arrive with their gowns, stoles, caps, and tassels no later than 9:45 am
Paid parking is available at the Jubilee Auditorium
Please plan to finish taking photos prior to 9:45 am or take photos after the Ceremony so that students will have enough time to line up and get their gowns and stoles checked by staff.
All attendees must have a ticket for the Ceremony. If you haven’t yet secured your tickets, they are available at: https://www.ticketmaster.ca/event/1100626D9F30327C
All fees must be paid in PowerSchool in order to access this link.

Graduation Reception at WinSport - Tuesday, June 3

Reception runs from 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Reception will include mocktails and hors d'oeuvres, a DJ, dancing, slideshow and photobooth
Families are welcome to attend the Reception; all attendees will need to purchase a ticket, including for graduates, through their PowerSchool account.
Tickets for the WinSport Reception went live on April 28.

Provincial Achievement Tests (PATs) - Important Information

Parents/Guardians of grade 9 students are encouraged to check their email for an important School Messenger notification sent on April 2 and again on May 5 regarding the upcoming Provincial Achievement Tests (PATs). The message includes an overview of the PATs, the exam schedule, and details on the online process for students who wish to leave school early on the days of their exams.

High School Track and Field Meet

Come down to the PE office at lunch or during Knights’ Block to secure your spot.

Students must register before Friday, May 9 with Mr. Richmond in the PE office

High School Art Exhibit

Queen Elizabeth High School students will be having an exhibit at The New Gallery as part of a multi-grade level project, completed with several other schools in the city. The exhibit will take place on Friday, May 9, from 6:30-9:30 pm. Come see their fantastic work! The New Gallery – 208 Centre Street S.

Chinook Learning Virtual Open House

Tuesday, May 13 - 7:00-8:00pm

Chinook Learning Services is a provider of in-person high school upgrading and completion. Students come to Chinook to:

Complete a high school diploma.
Increase competitive average and / or deepen curricular understanding as a bridge to post-secondary.
Upgrade to a higher academic stream.
Learn in an inclusive, adult environment.

Free Online Presentation

Building Knowledge and Community for Child and Adolescent Mental Health Research – Thursday, May 8 @ 12:00-1:00pm

For youth and families

• Learn about the importance of mental health research to improve knowledge and treatment.

• Find out about some of the exciting child and adolescent mental health research studies happening with Mental Health Research 4 Kids.

• Discover how to support and get involved with mental health research.

This session is presented by the Community Education Service of the Mental Health Collaborative & Child & Adolescent Addiction & Mental Health and Psychiatry Program (CAAMHPP) of Recovery Alberta and

Mental Health Research 4 Kids.

For more information and registration

ces@recoveryalberta.ca | http://community.hmhc.ca | 403 955 4730

QEHS Band Parents Association

Next QEBPA Meeting (Virtual)

Thursday, May 15, 2025 from 18:30-19:30.

Video call link: https://meet.google.com/dsm-pefn-rzw

QE Band Parents Association Team

We’re reaching out to parents of Grade 9 students (and younger) to invite you to join our QE Band Parents Association. This wonderful group plays a vital role in supporting our band program—not just for today, but for the future.

The commitment is minimal, approximately 2 to 3 hours a month but the impact is significant. Whether it’s helping with events, fundraising, or simply offering ideas and support, your involvement truly makes a difference.

Let’s keep the band program alive and thriving for years to come. If you’re interested or have questions, we’d love to hear from you!

Thank you for being such an important part of our band community.

GATE Parents

GATE Parent Education Session and General Meeting

Supporting the Social & Emotional Health of Gifted Students
Gifted students often face unique emotional and social challenges, such as heightened sensitivity, perfectionism, and isolation. In this presentation, Ley-Anne Folks and Heather Lai from Westmount Charter School will discuss ways to support their well-being, which involves creating a safe, understanding environment, promoting peer connections, and providing access to mental health resources. Non-GATE parents are welcome to attend this session.

Immediately following the presentation, we will hold a short GATE Parent Association General Meeting. If you have a student registered in GATE for this current school year, you are a member of the GPA.

Date & Time: Thursday May 22, 2025, 7:00 pm
Venue: Virtual meeting (Zoom)

Yearbook

Have you ordered your yearbook?

Yearbooks will be arriving in June, make sure you have purchased your copy in advance as we cannot guarantee there will be any extra copies available. Please order directly from the Josten’s website https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A09700494