Dates of Interest  
November 15 – High School Midterm Report Cards are available in PowerSchool 

November 23 – Parent/Teacher Conferences PM  

November 24 – Parent/Teacher Conferences AM (Non-instructional day for students) 

 

Parent Teacher Conferences 

We will be hosting on-line Parent Teacher Conferences on Thursday November 23rd from 5pm-8pm and Friday November 24^th from 8am-2pm.  If you require an in-person meeting, please reach out to your child’s teacher directly so that you can set up a time.  Parents can begin booking Conferences through their MyCBE/PowerSchool Account, under the ‘Book and Manage Meeting Times’ tab. Booking will open on Thursday November 16^th at 7am.  A Teams link for the meeting will be sent to you in your confirmation e-mail.  If you have trouble booking Conferences please contact the main office so that they can assist you. 

 

Remembrance Day Veterans’ Food Drive 

Thank you to all of our students and community for their commitment to the Veterans’ Food Bank this year.  A total of 1,457 items were donated. The Royal Canadian Legion and the Veterans’ Food Bank are truly appreciative of the generosity of the Queen Elizabeth High School Community. 

 

Grade 9 West Coast Sailing Trip 

On Thursday, November 30^th at 6:00pm in the Learning Commons, there will be a parent meeting for the upcoming Grade 9 West Coast sailing trip.  Come and hear all about this amazing trip in more detail, ask any questions and if you’re ready, apply to come with us. There does NOT need to be any commitment on your part to come and join us for this meeting. 

 

Save the Date 

Tom Kersting, author of ‘Disconnected:  How to Protect Your Kids From the Harmful Effects of Device Dependency’ will be offering QEHS parents an on-line session on the evening of Wednesday November 29^th (more details will come out closer to the date) 

  

Lately we have been noticing an increase in negative on-line behaviors from our students.  We hope that Tom Kersting will be able to provide parents with some insight into the cyber world of our students and give parents some strategies to have conversations and monitor their children’s on-line behavior.   We encourage parents to engage with their children around what is on their cell phones, such as photos, web sites visited, text messages, group chats, and social media posts.  Should you have any questions or concerns please reach out to the main office.  We hope to see as many parents as possible at the virtual event on November 29^th. 

 

 

Grad Fundraiser 

From November 1st to November 30th, the QEHS Grad Committee will be running a coffee fundraiser with Rebel Bean. Rebel Bean is a small batch coffee roaster located in Okotoks. Their coffee is organically grown, fairly traded, and roasted fresh every week. You can choose from a variety of whole bean and ground coffee, as well as loose leaf teas. The medium roast will feature the QEHS Knights logo. Your purchase will be roasted and delivered directly to our school for pick-up just in time for Christmas. Proceeds will support our 2023-2024 graduates.   

  

Please follow the link to connect with our fundraising page and order directly from Rebel Bean: https://rebelbeanfundraising.c... 

 

Newcomer Youth 

Have you come to Canada within the last few years? Do you want to practice English, make friends and have fun with people like you?    Then come join Mentorship Program Wednesdays after school in Room A300 (ELL classroom)!    we look forward to seeing you there! (This program is organized by the Calgary Bridge Foundation for Youth) 

  

United Voices Shine - Immigrant Youth Wellness Summit 2023 is being held this Saturday, November 18, 10 am - 3:00 pm at Queen Elizabeth High School! Performances, prizes, food, activities and more! Pre-registration encouraged: https://form.jotform.com/23278...   (hosted by the Calgary Bridge Foundation for Youth and Community Partners) 

 

Student Services 

Students interested in Dual Credit or Exploratory Programs: Applications for Unique Pathways and Off-Campus Education for semester 2 are now available here.    

The CBE collaborates with post-secondary institutions, industry partners and community organizations to offer unique opportunities for students. These range from practical, hands-on learning experiences in Exploratory programs to Dual Credit courses and programs that allow students to participate in post-secondary learning with the support of a supervising CBE teacher. These programs allow students to complete high school their own way and set students up for future success by easing the transition to post-secondary learning and/or the workplace. There is NO tuition fee for CBE students participating in unique pathways programs. Applications are due November 20th, 2023. Information session details will be listed on the website. We encourage interested students to complete the application form and bring it to Student Services. 

  

Child and Youth Well-Being Family and Caregiver Sessions 

The Calgary Board of Education invites all parents and guardians to join us in an online series focusing on child and youth well-being. These sessions will be hosted in partnership with experts from Alberta Health Services and will explore topics such as vaping, brain development, mental health, and sexual health. The sessions will be free and provide information, resources, helplines, and services to support healthy child and youth development.  Here is an overview of the sessions that will be offered: 

·         Understanding Vaping- November 16 (6:30-8PM)  ASL interpretation will be provided. 

·         Teen Brain Development-January 18th, 2024 (6:30-8PM) 

·         Mental Health and Anxiety- March 14th, 2024 (6:30-8PM) 

·         Healthy Sexual Development- April 11, 2024 (6:30-8PM) 

Click here for the meeting links. 

 

AHS Community Education Sessions 

Here is an upcoming list of free, virtual educational sessions offered through AHS: Parenting Styles (Supported by CIWA Cross Cultural Parenting Program Coordinator); A Pocket Guide to Supporting Young Adults with Mental Health Concerns; and Building Resiliency in Today's Youth. 

 Click here for more information and to register.   

Youth Employment Centre 

The City of Calgary Youth Employment Centre (YEC) provides free, in-person drop-in employment services. We offer resume targeting, job search strategies, interview preparation, career planning, connections to employers who are hiring, and more. 

Click here for more information or to book an upcoming appointment 

No-Cost Counselling through University of Calgary 

The Centre for Wellbeing in Education is pleased to offer no-cost individual counselling to members of the public for the Winter 2024 (January through April) term. Therapy is offered by graduate students in the Werklund School of Education's counselling psychology program under the supervision of experienced registered psychologists. All services are provided with consideration of the practice standards set by the College of Alberta Psychologists (CAP). 

Any interested clients age 14+ are encouraged to submit an application. Please note that as a training facility that offers short-term interventions, the clinic is able to respond to the needs of individuals experiencing: 

·         bullying 

·         depression and anxiety 

·         body dissatisfaction 

·         fear of failure 

·         negative self-talk 

·         changing schools 

·         discrimination 

·         relationship difficulties or breakup 

·         economic insecurity 

·         changing/losing friends 

Click here for more information and to apply. 

 

 

Math Contests 

CJMC: Thursday, November 16 in Room A316. 

The exam will take place during Period 3 (2:11 – 3:41 pm) 

Students may need to arrange alternate transportation home that day if they want to use the full 90 mins (i.e. arrange to get picked up at 3:45) 

Students are responsible for anything they miss from their Period 3 class 

 

High School Basketball 

Junior/Senior Boys - Tryouts will begin Nov. 20^th at  3:45pm (right after school) in the Main Gym for all grade 10, 11 and 12 students who are interested. Proper footwear and clothing is expected.   

 

Clubs 

Yearbook Club is meeting on Thursdays at lunch in Room A214, beginning November 16. 

 

Jr High ASL Club is meeting on Thursdays at lunchtime in Room 201 for junior high students who wish to learn ASL.  We look forward to seeing you there! 

 

The Chess Club is meeting on Wednesdays from 3:35 – 5:00 p.m. in the SGA.  The Chess Club is for beginner, intermediate and advanced players. 

 

The Garden Club is taking a break for the winter and will begin meeting again in the new year. 

  

The Neurodivergent Alliance is meeting Thursdays at lunch in Room 232 

 

The Engineering Club is meeting Thursdays after school in Room 301 

 

The Sewing Club is meeting Thursdays at lunch starting October 18. Come to Room A208 to learn how to use a sewing machine and make basic repairs to clothing and accessories. All grades accepted. We can even try to upcycle something you love!  

  

The Social Dance Club is meeting on Wednesdays at lunch. Come try out our social dance club in the Dance Room. No partner or experience needed. Grade 12's, this is your chance to look snazzy at graduation.  

 

QE GSA: The Queen Elizabeth Gender and Sexuality Allegiance provides a safe space for all students to socialize, explore their identities, and build community. The GSA meets weekly at lunch on Wednesdays in the drama theatre; everyone is welcome, come check us out! 

 

Culture Club 

Culture club is moving to Thursdays after school, Room A208. Come share about your culture and/or learn about other cultures. We will watch some famous foreign movies too!