Dates of Interest  
November 9 – 14 – Fall Break 

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

November 23 – Parent/Teacher Conferences PM – Booking information coming soon 
November 24 – Parent/Teacher Conferences AM – No classes for students – Booking information coming soon 
 

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... 

 

Student Services 

Child and Youth Well-Being Family & 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 se 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) 

·         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 

CIMC/CSMC: Wednesday, November 15 in Room A316. 

The exam will start right after lunch and will go until 3:00 pm. 

Students will return to their P4 classes and are responsible for anything they miss. 

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 Cross Country 

Congratulations to Lulu PM and Arianna W for their performances at Cross Country Provincials. Lulu finished 32^nd out of 112 athletes in the Intermediate Girls category. Arianna finished 15^th out of 120 athletes in the Junior Girls category. 

 

High School Basketball 

Junior/Senior Boys - Tryouts will begin Nov. 20^th @ 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 want 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 Room 102 (across from Student Services).    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!