Knights' Notes - Wednesday, October 11, 2023
Dates of Interest
October 13 – Photo Retakes
October 20 – Non-instructional Day – No classes
Student Health Forms
If your child has a health condition or requires medication of any kind, a Student Health Plan form must be on file at the school. Please use this link to complete the form and submit it to the school: https://www.cbe.ab.ca/FormsMan... If your child has a life-threatening health condition a Student Health Emergency form must also be completed. https://www.cbe.ab.ca/FormsMan...
School Engage Online Reports
Parents are asked to complete Demographic Verification Reports through PowerSchool/SchoolEngage as soon as possible. Up-to-date contact information is imperative to maintaining communication between school and home.
Remembrance Day
Queen Elizabeth’s Remembrance Day planning is under way. We are looking for cadets interested in supporting our efforts that day. Please see Mrs. Wilson in Room A314 to sign up and get more information.
Veterans’ Food Bank
Queen Elizabeth High School will once again be participating in a Veterans’ Food Bank drive. While the Royal Canadian Legion no longer organizes the actual food drives, we will be working with their partner, The Calgary Food Bank, to support the veterans who self identify with them. We will have drop off boxes located outside the Main Office for students, parents, and guests to leave nonperishable items. The Food Bank drive will begin on Tuesday, October 10 and end on Wednesday, November 8.
November 8 is also the day we will be participating in our annual Remembrance Day Ceremony. We are in the planning stages at this time however students will be given the opportunity to participate in the ceremony through various activities and roles.
Student Services
Peer Tutoring – We are looking for students who are interested in offering or receiving peer tutoring. Please come sign up in student services.
Burns Memorial Fund High School Bursary Program – if you are currently a Grade 12 student on track for Graduation in June 2024 and are encountering financial barriers impacting your success, make an appointment with Student Services to learn more about the Burns Memorial Fund. https://burnsfund.com/programs...
Post Secondary Scholarships - Students interested in applying for post secondary scholarships can apply to Scholarships Canada: https://www.scholarshipscanada...
It is never too early to start thinking about post-secondary scholarships. Here are some helpful websites: Alberta Scholarships Education Matters - Education Matters list of scholarships
Post-Secondary Open House – We encourage students and families to attend post-secondary open houses to gain a better sense of breadth of programs offered, extracurricular opportunities available at each campus, and answer any post-secondary specific inquiries you may have.
University of Alberta Open House – October 13, 2023 https://www.ualberta.ca/admiss...
Mount Royal University Open House – October 21, 2023 9AM-3PM https://www.mtroyal.ca/Admissi...
Bow Valley College Open House – October 21, 2023 10AM-2PM https://choose.bowvalleycolleg...
University of Calgary Open House – October 28th https://www.ucalgary.ca/future...
SAIT Open House – November 3, 2023 https://www.sait.ca/open-house...
SAIT Career Starter Sessions
These in-person and online sessions help high school students discover career paths by aligning their personality, skills, and interests with SAIT programs.
Upcoming sessions:
Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2023 | 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm MDT | virtual | Register now
Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023 | 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm MDT | in-person, on-campus | Register now
Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023 | 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm MST | in-person, on-campus | Register now
Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2023 | 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm MST | virtual | Register now
University of Calgary’s Ambassadors Club — This Outreach Committee is dedicated to assisting high school students in understanding the scholarship application process and recognizing the value in building a strong portfolio. To achieve this goal, we organize three presentations each year over Zoom.
Our FIRST presentation titled, ‘ALL ABOUT SCHOLARSHIPS’ is scheduled on October 30th, from 8:00pm-9:00pm MDT. During this presentation, we will feature three scholars who will discuss various scholarships to apply for, offer top advice, and outline the steps for a successful application.
Following the presentation, we will host a Q&A breakout room where attendees can ask any questions they may have in a non-intimidating environment. Attendees will also receive a signup link for a FREE SPEED EDITING session provided by our scholars. To add a bit of excitement, we will hold a gift card raffle for one lucky attendee. SIGN UP ZOOM LINK: CLICK HERE
Post Secondary Presentations - We have many post-secondary presentations coming up that high school students are encouraged to attend. Presentations will be held in the Learning Commons during Knights’ Block (9:00am -9:30am), unless otherwise stated:
October 12th – University of Calgary
October 26th – Western University
November 2nd – Careers (Industry Internships)
November 15th – UBC
Band
Calling all Band Parents!
The Queen Elizabeth Band Parents’ Association (QEBPA) is back in action! We're thrilled about Mr. Parker's exciting plans for the Band Program, and we're ready to make this year unforgettable. But we can't do it without your help.
Our goal is to provide incredible experiences and unforgettable memories for all Band students. To achieve this, we need volunteers and support from parents like you. Join us for our monthly meetings, starting with the next one on November 30.
Visit our website at https://www.qebpa.ca/ or email us at qebpainfo@gmail.com for more information.
To stay in the loop about band activities, trips, and fundraising opportunities, you must sign up for our mailing list, as the school cannot provide this to us. Sign up at this form: http://bit.ly/46BYIRE
Let's come together and create a fantastic Band experience for our kids. Join us on this exciting journey!
High School Basketball
Any high school students interested in playing on one of QE’s high school basketball teams are asked to sign-up at the PE office. Monday November 20th is the first day of tryouts.
Albert University of the Arts - Art Competition
Alberta University of the Arts Show Off Competition is back. Submissions open on December 1st. Check out information at https://www.auarts.ca/our-camp... or see Ms. Ingbrigtson for more details.
Yearbook
Are you artistically inclined? Would you like to see your artwork included on the cover or inside 2023/2024 yearbook? Submit your work digitally to Ms. Gallant at nlgallant@cbe.ab.ca. This year's theme is "As We See It". Your artwork should incorporate this theme and/or QEHS symbols or images. The deadline for submissions is September 29th, 2023.
Yearbook club will begin term two. More information is coming.
Clubs
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 meeting Friday after school in Room 232
The Neurodivergent Alliance is meeting Thursday at lunch in Room 232
The Engineering Club is meeting Thursday 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.