Dates of Interest  
December 8 – Non-instructional day – no classes for students 

 

Parent Session 

Tom Kersting will be speaking to parents virtually on November 29^th at 7pm.  Tom is the author of ‘Disconnected: How to Protect your Kids from the Harmful Effects of Device Dependency’.  Tom will 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. Please use the link below to register for this webinar.  

  

https://events.teams.microsoft...a-4777-af36-80b8fce4ee73 

 

Student Services 

Any grade 12 students who want to request an online course through CBelearn for next semester should complete the form below. CBelearn is ONLY open for grade 12 students at this time and will open for grade 10 and 11 students on January 9, 2024.  https://forms.office.com/r/VtU...  

Schulich Scholarship - If you would like to be nominated for the Schulich Scholarship, please submit to student services a short, written statement as to why you would be a good candidate for this award. Submissions can be emailed to Ms. Brock clbrock@cbe.ab.ca 

The submission deadline to student services is Friday, January 19th, 2024. 

If you are QE’s successful candidate, you will be required to complete the application process below: 

·         Application includes:  

o    Contact information for two Referees who will upload reference letters in support of the nomination 

§  Note: Referees will receive an email to an online reference request form after the nominee submits their completed scholarship application. All letters of reference and scholarship applications must be completed and received by the February 20, 2024, deadline. 

o    The universities you wish to attend 

o    Your top three achievements (academic or other) - 50 words maximum per achievement  

o    Essay demonstrating why you should win - 600 words maximum 

o    Optional essay to outline extenuating circumstances - 250 words maximum 

o    Short answer to identify where you see yourself in 10 years - 50 words maximum 

o    Copy of up-to-date transcript, credit counsel summary or detailed academic report 

o    Headshot profile image for publicity 

 

Grade 9 West Coast Sailing Trip 

On Thursday, November 30 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. 

 

Grad Fundraiser 

The last day to support the Grad Fundraiser from Rebel Bean Coffee is Thursday, November 30th. No late orders will be accepted as the coffee must be roasted and packaged in time for the holidays. 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... 

 

Queen Elizabeth Christmas Hampers 

This year we will be doing a Gift Card Blitz to support our families and community over the winter break.  With the spirit of giving in mind we will be pitting Jr. High students against Sr. High students to see who can donate the greatest number of gift cards!  Donation boxes will be placed in the front office and students are welcome to drop off their Gift Cards at any time for the month of December. We appreciate any and all gift cards (grocery stores, toy stores, coffee and restaurant cards, gas cards, and everything stores like Walmart and Superstore).    

 

Coming soon: 1^st Annual Queen E Snow Ball 

Thursday December 21^st from 6-8pm  

Students in grades 10-12 are invited to come and enjoy an evening of dancing, snacks and fun. 

Tickets on sale Dec 4-14 at lunch in the SGA 

$5-1 or $7-2.   At the door tickets $7 (must bring student ID) 

 

QEHS’s Annual Fine Arts/CTF Night 

Mark your calendars for Queen Elizabeth's Annual Fine Arts/CTF Night. It will be jam packed with performances, skill demonstrations, and visual displays. There will be culinary delights and handmade products to purchase. It will be held on Thursday, December 14^th from 5:30-8 pm. 

RSVP here: https://forms.gle/y4bCUA7SojX4... 

 

Calgary Youth Science Fair 

Calling all CYSF enthusiasts!  If you are interested in participating in this year’s QEHS Science Fair and the Calgary Youth Science Fair, please come to room A303 on Tuesday, December 5 at lunchtime to get registered.  Our school science fair will be held in late March and top projects will move on to compete in the Calgary Youth Science Fair on April 12. 

 

Garden Club 

Garden Club is Looking for your Plants!  Do you have some house plants that are getting out of control and could use a haircut?  Garden Club would love to take some of your cuttings off your hands so that we can root, pot and sell them to help raise money for a springtime project.  If you’d like to make a plant donation, simply snip off some stem of a healthy plant, wrap it in a wet paper towel or place it in a cup/jar of water.  Label the plant or cup before bringing it to room A303 and we will take care of the rest. All donated cuttings will be propagated and available for sale during the Fine Arts Night on December 14^th, so look out for the upcoming sale if you’re interested in sprucing up your indoor garden. 

 

Band Fundraiser 
Mr. Parker's incredible band trips need our support! Sign up here! Use your link to track sales and order Purdy's chocolate for hostesses, teachers, and those you nearly forgot. For band parents and students, 70% of proceeds go directly to your band activities. If you are not a band parent or student, you can also participate to raise money for general band support.  

  

Order by December 2 for pickup around Dec 17. Your purchase supports our band programs at Queen E - win-win!  For more details visit qebpa.ca or contact us at qebpainfo@gmail.com 

 

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) 

  

Clubs 

The Robotics Club is meeting on Tuesdays at lunch in A301 

 

The Yearbook Club is meeting on Thursdays at lunch in Room A214. 

 

The Junior 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 Neurodivergent Alliance is meeting Thursdays at lunch in Room 232 

 

The Engineering Club is meeting Thursdays after school in Room 301 

 

The Sewing Club meets on Thursdays at lunch in Room A208.  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! 

 

The Culture Club 

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