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Monday, Mar 2, 2020

Lost & Found: If you have lost regular Earbuds, wireless earbuds, eyeglasses, keys, a Fitbit, jewelry etc…*please come to the main office to claim

Ski Trip is this Wednesday, you must check to see if you are on the list and your details are correct on the monitor or google classroom.

Any grade 10 or 11 students that signed up for Leadership 11/12 next year must join google classroom code: mfxgnfx and fill out an application form.

Computer Lab Design Contest

Check out the school monitors for design criteria or pick up a form in the main office.
Submissions due by MARCH 6th

ATHLETICS

Mountain Biking: If you’re interested in Mountain Biking please come to a meeting this Tuesday, March 3^rd at 1pm in Portable 3. If you can’t make it please see Ms. Ahoy or Ms. Ferrajohn.

If you are interested in Track and Field but missed the meeting on Friday, please see Ms. Green in W116 (next to the cafeteria).

Are you in Grade 11 or 12? Are you interested in joining the Senior Girls Soccer team? Please come to P1 during lunch with Ms. Jung on Thurs. Mar. 5! All skill levels are welcome! Come make unforgettable memories and fun friendships!

If you are interested in joining the Golf team this spring, sign up on the Athletic Director’s door.

Interested Tennis Players: meeting Monday March 2nd in Room W110 at the beginning of Lunch

Thursday Feb 20, 2020

This is reminder to all Grade 10 students: Please see counsellors in one of the Computer Labs during FIT all this week where you will be issued a login sticker for inputting course selections. Please bring your blue form with you as you will submit it after you have completed your selection. Thursday A-G C208, H-L W104, M-Z Library

Mandatory FIT for the following students in Ms. Jansen’s CLC 11 class – Player’s Hall:

*B.Y.O.D. – February 20th – for students surnames Wagner – Zhang & alternate date for those who missed a date above

Computer Lab Design Contest

Check out the school monitors for design criteria or pick up a form in the main office.
Please submit your drawing, complete with measurements, by MARCH 6th. Don’t forget to include your name(s).
Group or individual winner will receive a prize (and bragging rights)!

Semi Formal – February 27, 2020 – 6:30 to 10:00 PM.

Pinnacle Hotel – 138 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
Tickets $100 in the cafeteria at lunch February 3 – 21.
The first two weeks are only for grade 12 students to purchase tickets and the last week grade 11 students will be able to purchase.
Consent forms must be signed by parent/guardian before purchasing tickets. Mandatory for all students attending event!
Hollywood Theme (Semi-formal attire)

Senior Boys Basketball: Congratulations to the Senior Boys Bball who defeated Lord Byng last night in a thriller. Good luck tonight vs St. Pat/s

Ultimate

Are you interested in playing ULTIMATE this season? The Junior ultimate team will be starting in March! All interested players in grades 8, 9, or 10 need to come to a meeting next WEDNESDAY (February 26) at LUNCH in room W205. All skill levels are welcome. See Ms. Langlois if you cannot attend the meeting.

Are you interested in playing for Rockridge Senior Ultimate this season? If you in grade 11 or 12 and enjoy playing ultimate frisbee and playing with a team, contact Sam Rapaport or Isobel White for more information or attend the information meeting on Thursday February 27th in Ms. Hetman’s room in W216. All skill levels are welcome and we hope you’ll come and check us out!

“Grade 8-10 girls interested in playing on the Junior Girls’ Soccer team this spring, please sign up outside Mr. Armstrong’s office. Tryouts will be on Feb 26.”

Junior Boys Rugby Training is every day after school on the Rockridge field. All are welcome.

Attention: Tennis Players: meeting Monday Feb 24th in Room W110 at the beginning of Lunch for those interested in joining a tennis team. See you there!

e-sports club: Terry vs Sonic vs Piranha Plant! The E-Sports Club’s Smash Bros. tournament is at its finale! Which player will win the final prize? Come and spectate the games this Friday at lunch in W204!

Tuesday Feb 11, 2020

Mandatory FIT for the following students in Ms. Jansen’s CLC 11 class: *B.Y.O.D. – Feb 11th – PH

for students surnames Herr – Lang

Valentine’s Day Fundraisers

WE Club is having a fundraiser on Thursday, February 13. They will be selling temporary tattoos (valentines themed), and small chocolate/ cookie bags.
Last day to purchase roses from the Student council – in front of main office at lunch.
Umoyo Club is selling Candy Grams – in front of the main office at lunch

“UBC Physics Olympics: Grade 11 and 12 students who want to participate in the 2020 UBC Physics Olympics, please come to W201 during FIT on Tuesday Feb 11^th for an important meeting.”

Computer Lab Design Contest: Our computer lab in Room C208 is in need of an upgrade. We will be replacing all the computers, but would like to re-design the space to make it more functional, especially given the space is used for multiple purposes. We are asking our talented students for their help!

Check out the school monitors for design criteria.
Please submit your drawing, complete with measurements, by MARCH 6th. Don’t forget to include your name(s).
Group or individual winner will receive a prize (and bragging rights)!

Semi Formal – February 27, 2020 – 6:30 to 10:00 PM.

Pinnacle Hotel – 138 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
Tickets $100 in the cafeteria at lunch February 3 – 21.
The first two weeks are only for grade 12 students to purchase tickets and the last week grade 11 students will be able to purchase.
Consent forms must be signed by parent/guardian before purchasing tickets. Mandatory for all students attending event!
Hollywood Theme (semi-formal attire)

Rockridge Ice Hockey: Meeting Wednesday February 12 during FIT Block. All students in Grades 10-12 who are interested in playing ice hockey for Rockridge please attend. Grade 8 and 9 can play if they have exceptional status. Speak with Mr. Kim personally (not your mother) if you think you are exceptional.

“Grade 8-10 girls interested in playing on the Junior Girls Soccer team this spring, please sign up outside Mr. Armstrong’s office. Tryouts will be on Feb 26.”

Rockridge Basketball: Congratulations to our Senior Boys’ Basketball Team who have advanced to the North Shore Playoffs hosted at Rockridge on Wednesday and Thursday. They have had an excellent season to date and we wish them all the best this week. Meanwhile, our Grade 9 boys’ team has also had a successful season, advancing to the second round of playoffs yesterday. Congratulations as well to the Juvenile girls who made it to the Playoffs but lost in a gritty and hard fought battle in the first round. We are so proud of all of our teams’ successes. Go Ravens!

Ski Trip March 4^th trip– forms due NOW: It’s raining here, but snowing in the mountains!! Final Ski Trip is filling up fast. Come join us March 4^th for a great day in the Powder.

Thursday, Jan 30, 2020

Message from Ms. Duncan: Lately, as a result of the news of the Coronavirus, we are noticing some disrespectful discriminatory behaviours targeting members of our Asian Community. I want to take this opportunity to remind all students that there is no place for racism in our school. Racism is discrimination directed against someone of a different race based on the belief that one’s own race is superior. Racism is hurtful. Racism is harmful. In our school’s mission statement, it states that Rockridge strives to graduate responsible and global citizens in a respectful and diverse environment…”. We have a wonderful diverse community here at Rockridge and every member should feel safe and included. Please be aware that racism is unacceptable and be mindful of your words and actions.

IB DIPLOMA PROGRAM INFORMATION SESSION FOR GRADE 10 STUDENTS

On January 30^th during FIT the IB Coordinator at WVSS will be visiting Rockridge (Player’s Hall) to share information with interested grade 10 students about their IB Diploma Programme.

Hey Ravens Basketball Fans – come out and support the Sr. Boys Basketball team on Tuesday next week at 4:30 pm vs. Bodwell College, or Wednesday at 7:30 PM for their 2nd game vs. Carson Graham, who narrowly defeated the Ravens on January 28th – resulting in the Sr. Boys first loss this season. Our Rockridge boys plan to turn it around next Wednesday, and it promises to be a game long remembered. Let’s go RAVENS!!

Fri Jan 31 at lunch is the Student Voice Coffee House. Bring your lunch, your friends and a talent to share! Students can SIGN UP outside the drama room

Fri Jan 31 3-5 pm is a Canadian Improv Games workshop in the Drama room for both Jr. and Sr. Improv team members. Attendance is mandatory!

Ski Trip Forms for the March 4^th trip– due NOW

Are you a Super Smash Bros fan? The Rockridge Esports club is hosting a Smash Bros Ultimate Tournament beginning at lunch on Friday, January 31st. The price for entry is 2$. All skill levels are welcomed and there’s a 25$ prize for the winner. Registration forms are posted around the school; one of them can be found by W204. Sign up today!

Intramural Quick Switch Handball will start next week. Get a registration form from the Athletics office and submit to Mr. Armstrong.

GradsBC New Student Photo Session – Friday, February 7, 2020

Wednesday, Jan 29, 2020

Kanata Club is hosting the International Lunch today, Wed. Jan 29^th at lunch in Player’s Hall.

IB DIPLOMA PROGRAM INFORMATION SESSION FOR GRADE 10 STUDENTS: On January 30^th during FIT the IB Coordinator at WVSS will be visiting Rockridge (Player’s Hall) to share information with interested grade 10 students about their IB Diploma Programme.

Fri Jan 31 at lunch is the Student Voice Coffee House. Bring your lunch, your friends and a talent to share! Students can SIGN UP outside the drama room

Fri Jan 31 3-5 pm is a Canadian Improv Games workshop in the Drama room for both Jr. and Sr. Improv team members. Attendance is mandatory!

GradsBC New Student Photo Session – Friday, February 7, 2020

Rockridge MERCH – Hoodies have arrived and can be picked up in the main office.

Intramural Quick Switch Handball will start next week. Get a registration form from the Athletics office and submit to Mr. Armstrong.

Monday, Jan 27, 2020

Reminder to all students in the Best Buddies Club, there is a meeting today at lunch in W116.

Post Secondary Visit: Langara College has a wide range of programs available to high school graduates. Everything from their highly a-claimed Studio 58 theatre program to nursing degrees. Langara also offers lots of transfer programs that articulate with degree programs at all the research institutions in BC. Typically going to a college is a lot less expensive and you often can take the first 2 years of a degree program at a college and have better access to instructors. Come and find out what Langara has to offer Monday, Jan. 27^th at lunch in C207.

Are you a super smash bros fan? The Rockridge Esports club is hosting a Smash Bros Ultimate Tournament beginning at lunch on Friday, January 31st. The price for entry is 3$. All skill levels are welcomed and there’s a 25$ prize for the winner. Registration forms are posted around the school; one of them can be found by W204. Sign up today!

Intramural Quick Switch Handball will start next week. Get a registration form from the Athletics office and submit to Mr. Armstrong.

Junior Boys Rugby: Jersey orders need to be submitted to Mr. Lawson by Monday Jan 27th.

Kanata Club is hosting the International Lunch on Wed. Jan 29^th at lunch in Player’s Hall. Tickets will be on sale in the cafeteria starting on January 22^nd. If you would like to volunteer please sign up in room C207.

Wednesday, Dec 4, 2019

“The Electronic Recycling Club” is collecting donations of electronic devices. We are also looking for any MP3 music players and/or headphones to refurbish and donate. All donations can be placed in the blue recycle bin in the office – marked “Recycle Club”.

Girl’s Club with Leanne: Today at lunch in W213. Come and meet a jewelry designer from Blue Ruby.

Lost and Found – there are numerous items including Wireless Ear buds, regular ear buds….and a– retainer from the Bowen Island bus – please claim in the office.

Charging Cords
Eyeglasses
House Keys
Bank Cards
Change purses

Rockridge Merch – order deadline has been extended to Dec 19^th! Order forms in office.

9^th Annual Pajama Drive for Admiral Seymour: Thank you for contributing to the PJ drive. We will continue to collect donations for the PJ Drive for Admiral Seymour in 2-2 Wednesday, and Friday

Camp Summit Counsellors

Grade 10-12 students
For the grade 8 trip to Camp summit April 29-May1
See the posting on the Volunteer Opportunities board outside the Careers Office
Sign-up by December 13th
Interviews to follow.

Ski and Snowboard Team: All students planning to participate in the Ski and Snowboard Team need to hand in their form and payment to Ms. Skehill or Mr. Armstrong ASAP. Deadline is December 6th, 2019.

Ski and Snowboard trip: The ski and snowboard trip is open to all students, skiers and snowboarders of all abilities.

There will be 3 separate dates this year

Thursday December 12th
Wednesday January 22nd
Wednesday March 4th

Last call for Dec 12 ski trip forms – absolute last day to submit applications is today!

Monday, Dec 2, 2019

Lost& Found:there are numerous items including Wireless Ear buds, regular ear buds….and a– retainer from the Bowen Island bus – please claim in the office.

Charging Cords
Eyeglasses
House Keys
Bank Cards
Change purses

Rockridge Merch – order deadline has been extended to Dec 19^th! Order forms in office.

9^th Annual Pajama Drive for Admiral Seymour: Thank you for contributing to the PJ drive. We will continue to collect donations for the PJ Drive for Admiral Seymour in 2-2 this Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

Rockridge Basketball: Basketball score keepers desperately needed for Today and Tuesday. Please see Mr. Armstrong.

This can be a paid position or for volunteer hours.

*Basketball Schedule posted on Mr. Armstrong’s door

Ski and Snowboard trip: The ski and snowboard trip is open to all students, skiers and snowboarders of all abilities.

There will be 3 separate dates this year

Thursday December 12th
Wednesday January 22nd
Wednesday March 4th

Last call for all ski trip forms!!!!

Post Secondary: On Monday Dec. 2^nd a representative from Bond University will be visiting the school during FIT. Bond features small classes, brilliant professors and amazing facilities. Maybe you are interested in going directly into Law or physiotherapy or maybe you just want to attend school on Australia’s beautiful gold coast? Meet at the office during FIT if you are interested in learning more.

Friday, Nov 29, 2019

Message in the Office for:

Leif vD
Dora S
Sonia W
Declan S

Lost and Found – there are numerous items including Wireless Ear buds, regular ear buds….and a Hershel Backpack – please claim in the office.

Charging Cords
Eyeglasses
House Keys
Bank Cards
Change purses
Running shoes & Gym Strip

Rockridge Merch – order deadline has been extended to Dec 19^th! Order forms in office.

9^th Annual Pajama Drive for Admiral Seymour: Thank you for contributing to the PJ drive. We will continue to collect donations for the PJ Drive for Admiral Seymour in 2-2 next Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

Rockridge Basketball score keepers are needed. Please see Mr. Armstrong to register and get training. This can be a paid position or for volunteer hours.

*Basketball Schedule posted on Mr. Armstrong’s door

Ski and Snowboard Team: All students planning to participate in the Ski and Snowboard Team need to hand in their form and payment to Ms Skehill or Mr Armstrong ASAP. Deadline in December 6th, 2019.

Ski and Snowboard trip

The ski and snowboard trip is open to all students, skiers and snowboarders of all abilities. There will be 3 separate dates this year

Thursday December 12th
Wednesday January 23rd
Wednesday March 4th

Forms need to be returned ASAP!

Post Secondary: On Friday, Nov. 29^th during FIT a Rockridge grad who is currently working for Microsoft in the States will be on hand in W201 to talk to students about studying STEM and how to best take advantage of co-op.

Message in the Office for:

Leif vD

Lost and Found – there are numerous items including Wireless Ear buds, regular ear buds….

Charging Cords
Eyeglasses
House Keys
Bank Cards
Change purses
Running shoes

Rockridge Merch – order deadline has been extended to Dec 19^th! Order forms in office.

ALL Grade 8 Students!!! We will be starting to meet for our monthly advisory sessions starting Thursday, November 28^th during FIT in the following rooms: Bates (E103), Skehill (W114), Weitzel (W113), Ahoy (P3), Winckler (E203) and Towers (Player’s Hall). We will have treats and activities to share with you, see you there!

9^th Annual Pajama Drive for Admiral Seymour

This year Rockridge is participating in the 9^th Annual Pajama Drive for Admiral Seymour Elementary. We are raising money to buy PJs for kids who might otherwise have a lean holiday this winter. Monetary contributions will be collected during 2-2 until Dec. 6. Students’ 2-2 classes will keep track of their funds raised by colouring and attaching a cut-out of a pair of PJ’s on their tree poster for every $20 raised.

See Mr. Anthony about volunteering for the Pajama Drive if you’re interested in helping out with this event. Ten lucky Ravens will get the chance to join Sentinel students, who have spearheaded this drive, to visit Admiral Seymour and deliver the PJ’s.

Intramural Dodge Ball: Game Schedule posted outside Mr. Armstrong’s office

Rockridge Basketball: Basketball score keepers are needed. Please see Mr. Armstrong to register and get training. This can be a paid position or for volunteer hours.

*Basketball Schedule posted on Mr. Armstrong’s door

Ski and Snowboard trip: The ski and snowboard trip is open to all students, skiers and snowboarders of all abilities.

There will be 3 separate dates this year

Thursday December 12th
Wednesday January 23rd
Wednesday March 4th

Post Secondary: On Wednesday, Nov. 27^th a representative from the University of Alberta in Edmonton, Alberta will be presenting during FIT in Player’s Hall.

On Thursday the 28^th during FIT a student ambassador from the Capilano Business school will be presenting in Player’s Hall.

At lunch on Thursday the 28^th a representative from Huron College will be in front of the office to answer any of your questions about the College. Huron is an affiliated College on Western’s campus in London, Ontario.

Friday, Nov 22, 2019

Message in the Office for: Caleb D

Work Experience Students: Your term 1 requirements are due today. Visit your Google classroom for details.

Intramural Dodge Ball: Game Schedule posted outside Mr. Armstrong’s office

Rockridge Basketball score keepers are needed. Please see Mr. Armstrong to register and get training. This can be a paid position or for volunteer hours.

*Basketball Schedule posted on Mr. Armstrong’s door

Ski and Snowboard trip is open to all students, skiers and snowboarders of all abilities.

There will be 3 separate dates this year

Thursday December 12th
Wednesday January 23rd
Wednesday March 4th

Post Secondary

Thursday Nov. 21^st a representative from McGill University will be presenting in Player’s Hall during FIT. We will be talking about programs available on both their downtown and MacDonald campuses in Montreal.

Thursday Nov. 21^st Ryerson University will be presenting in C207 at lunch.

On Friday Nov. 22^nd a Rockridge alumni will be at the school presenting on behalf of the UBC Sauder Business School in C2017 at lunch. If you are interested in applying to Sauder please come to this presentation.

Wednesday, Nov 20, 2019

Girl’s Club!

Join Leanne today @lunch for Girl’s Club! Room W213.

Snacks and conversation with a dietician.

Intramural Dodge Ball: Game Schedule posted outside Mr. Armstrong’s office

Are you a ski or snowboarder? Can you ride blue runs with ease? Join the Rockridge Ski and Snowboard Team! Come to a meeting in the Foods Room (W114) at lunch on Wednesday Nov 20th. If you cannot make it to this meeting see Mr. Armstrong or Ms. Skehill.

Rockridge Basketball: Basketball score keepers are needed. Please see Mr. Armstrong to register and get training. This can be a paid position or for volunteer hours.

*Basketball Schedule posted on Mr. Armstrong’s door

Boys Bball – Wednesday, Nov 20^th 3:00-4:30 pm

There is a Ski and Snowboard trip meeting tomorrow November 21st during FIT block in the gym. The ski and snowboard trip is open to all students, skiers and snowboarders of all abilities.

There will be 3 separate dates this year

Thursday December 12th

Wednesday January 23rd

Wednesday March 4th

ALL Grade 11 & 12 Students – Check the CLC lists for term 1 requirements at the front of the school or your school email to see what you are missing. The deadline to complete these requirements is Wednesday, November 20^th.

Post Secondary: Thursday Nov. 21^st a representative from McGill University will be presenting in Player’s Hall during FIT. We will be talking about programs available on both their downtown and MacDonald campuses in Montreal.

Thursday Nov. 21^st Ryerson University will be presenting in C207 at lunch.

Agendas are now available for any students who need them – come to the office for pick up

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