Weekly Update: November 17 - 24

Upcoming events 
November

9 - 14

 Non-Instructional Days (Fall Break)

15

 Report Cards Available

 

 Classes resume

 

 Volleyball Semi-Finals

16

 Parent Council AGM – in person

 

 Jazz Night – 7pm in theatre & Band room

 

 Volleyball Semi-finals

17

 Volleyball finals begin

18

 Grade 10 Band Workshop 8:30 – 5pm

 

 Language Course Challenges Part 2: Exam

 

 Volleyball Finals

20

 Basketball

 

 Wrestling season begins

21

  ICT Careers Internship Fair – cafeteria 6pm – 9 pm

22

 Grade 12 Band Camp - November 22 - 24

23 

 Volleyball Provincials - November 23 - 25

24

 Non-Instructional Day – no classes

27

 Grade 9 Parent IB Open House 6:30 – 8pm

28

 Fall Drama Production

29

 Fall Drama Production

30

 Fall Drama Production

Updates for This Week

Congratulations to all our volleyball teams this week for their hard work playing semi-finals and finals to packed crowds. Both junior teams made it to the semi-finals. Bravo to the Junior Girls’ Volleyball team who won the City Championships this week, defeating William Aberhart 3 to 1! Thanks to all the students, family members, and staff that came out to cheer on our teams.

Drama Production November 28th – December 1st

WCHS Drama in association with MTI present "Mean Girls: The Musical"

November 28th to December 1st at 7pm in the theatre. Tickets are 20$, available for purchase in the theatre lobby at lunch or at the door. Cash/cheque only. General seating, doors open at 6:30pm. Please arrive to be seated before 7pm, latecomers will not be admitted.

2023 Celebrate Western Auction

Something wonderful is coming!  Please see below for more details on the upcoming Celebrate Western Auction, WCHS's major annual fundraiser. The auction will go live on November 26th! It is not too late to donate to the 2023 Celebrate Western Online Auction Fundraiser. If you have items to donate, please contact celebratewesternauction@gmail.com

 Basketball Season 

Post Secondary Information

Saint Mary’s University (Halifax, N.S.) – A representative from Saint Mary’s University in Halifax, Nova Scotia will be at Western on Thursday, November 16, 2023 at lunch time (11:50 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.) in the main foyer. Students wanting more information about programs, admission requirements, scholarships, and any questions should stop by to speak with him.   

Your Degree at UBC in Calgary – The University of British Columbia will be holding an information session in Calgary on Saturday, November 18, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Calgary TELUS Convention Centre (136 8 Ave SE). Students and their family can explore program options, interact with UBC students, faculty, and staff, and learn more about UBC. To register and more information is available at: https://account.you.ubc.ca/s/event-details?eventId=a0lJQ000001Uym9YAC. 

French Immersion and Second Languages Events and Updates

BELCANFRAN

 Dear parents,

You are invited to attend a presentation on the Belcanfran reciprocal 11 week exchange program and the one month summer exchange program. The presentation will be made by Lise and Ron May who have coordinated reciprocal exchanges in France and Belgium for the past 16 years.

Belcanfran is a NON-FOR-PROFIT reciprocal family exchange between Alberta and France/Belgium that promotes the French language development through a linguistic and cultural immersion within family and school setting. For more information please see attachements below or consult our website: www.belcanfran.com

* Please refer to the website for application and payment date

  • What? Belcanfran exchange program information mtg
  • When? Sunday, November 26/2023
  • Where? Haysboro Community Centre 1204 - 89 Ave. S.W. Calgary, AB
  • Time? 3:30-4:30 pm

Lise and Ron May Belcanfran exchange foundation coordinators 403-606-8742 cell 403-949-3816 res

November Scholarship, Bursary, and Financial Assistance Information

The Queen’s Chancellor Scholarship

Applicants to Queens University can be eligible to win the Chancellor’s Scholarship ($48,000) to meet the criteria students must demonstrate: Superior academic abilities, creative and original thinking & proven leadership qualities.

If you meet the criteria and would like to apply, please send a copy of your resume and a 1 page essay demonstrating your creative/original thinking and your leadership qualities to Mme Plante (maplante@cbe.ab.ca) by November 30th 2023.

The Schulich Leader Scholarship.

A Schulich Leader is a student who has been selected by one of 20 partner universities to receive $120,000 or $100,000 to pursue an undergraduate degree in STEM. In addition to this large financial award, they join an elite network and benefit from student enrichment opportunities throughout the year. Schulich Leaders are entrepreneurial-minded and exemplify academic excellence AND leadership, creativity and charisma, with strong consideration for financial need. Our Schulich Leaders are pursuing careers in technology, engineering, entrepreneurship and business enterprise, and applied scientific research. For information: https://schulichleaders.com/ For nomination, please send the following to Mme Plante (maplante@cbe.ab.ca) by January 11th 2024

  • An essay on how you are entrepreneurial-minded, demonstrate leadership and creativity and meet the requirements for the Schulich Leader Scholarship
  • A copy of your résumé
  • The National Scholarship Program – Western University Candidates
  • National Scholarships are designed to recognize all-round excellence. They are awarded on the basis of outstanding academic performance to candidates who demonstrate ability for creative and innovative thought and a passionfor the pursuit of learning. National Scholarships also recognize exceptional achievement in extracurricular activities such as the arts and athletics. A special emphasis is placed on a candidate's commitment to community service through ongoing contributions to school and community life.
  • If you want to be one of 4 Western Canada High School nominees please have one page essay describing your ability for creative and innovative thought and your passion for the pursuit of learning and a copy of your résumé by Feb. 1st 2024 to Mme Plante (maplante@cbe.ab.ca)
Burns Memorial Fund:

High School Diploma Preparation Assistance

This program is for students requiring financial assistance with costs related to registering for diploma preparation courses. Please submit applications at least two weeks prior to the course start date.

Deadline for Applications: On-going. https://burnsfund.com/programs/childrens-fund/high-school-students/

High School Bursary Program

This program is for Calgary high school students who are within two semesters of graduating from grade 12 and who are at risk of dropping out of school for financial reasons. basic living allowance is provided to assist students in covering expenses such as rent, food and transportation. Attendance and marks are monitored monthly. Students require a referral from their high school counsellor and are interviewed by our grants manager.

Deadline for Applications: On-going. https://burnsfund.com/programs/childrens-fund/high-school-students/