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As I receive questions from parents about school related issues, I've created this webpage to post the answers to recurring questions.   You can email me at wilf_gray@kprdsb.ca .


Semester 1 Report Cards Going Home Tuesday Feb 14th (posted Feb 11th)
Just a quick reminder that the semester 1 final marks report card will be sent home with students on Tuesday Feb 14th.  Students should also have the course seclections for next school year in the computer system this week if they are going to get their first choices in courses.  If they are having any issues with course selection they should book an appointment with their Guidance counsellor asap!

What if a “Snow Day” happens during the Exam Schedule (posted Jan 20 / 2012)

Recently, I’ve received a few calls asking about the exam schedule if an exam is cancelled because of a “Snow Day” or inclement weather.  Hopefully this will not happen but I do remind students to take home their books and exam reviews for at least 2 exams, just in case. First of all I would remind students and parents to confirm that exams have been moved due to inclement weather

  • information about Snow Day will be posted on School or Board Website
  • listen to local Radio or news stations to hear any details
  • call the school
The exam schedule itself would shift to the next day.  For example… if a “snow day” were to happen on Monday Jan 30, the day for the exams for period 2; if then all the remaining exams would shift to the next day and we would use the 5th day…

Current Schedule
Friday Jan 27           Monday Jan 30           Tuesday Jan 31          Wed Feb 1st             Thurs Feb 2nd
Period 1 Exam           Period 2 Exam           Period 3 Exam           Period 4 Exam


Adjusted Exam Schedule of Inclement Weather or Snow Day on Monday Jan 30th   
Friday Jan 27           Monday Jan 30           Tuesday Jan 31          Wed Feb 1st             Thurs Feb 2nd
Period 1 Exam           cancelled exam          Period 2 Exam           Period 3 Exam           Period 4 Exam

        
Adjusted Exam Schedule of Inclement Weather or Snow Day on Tuesday Jan 31th   
Friday Jan 27           Monday Jan 30           Tuesday Jan 31          Wed Feb 1st             Thurs Feb 2nd
Period 1 Exam           Period 2 Exam           cancelled exam          Period 3 Exam           Period 4 Exam

In the event that this situation occurs we would post the new exam schedule on our website.



Examination Information for Students & Parents (posted Jan 8 / 2012)
Happy New Year as we head towards the end of semester 1 here are the details for final exams.

Examinations are scheduled as follows

1st     Exam Day:               Period One course       Friday          Jan 27th
2nd     Exam Day:               Period Two course       Monday          Jan 30th
3rd     Exam Day:               Period Three course     Tuesday         Jan 31st
4th     Exam Day:               Period Four course      Wednesday       Feb 1st
5th     Exam Day:               If needed due to inclement weather                      Feb 2nd

Please note, if there are weather conditions which require the cancellation of examinations, the scheduled exam will be held on the next day.

Some courses will have final assessments taking place during class time the week prior to exams; Jan 19th to the 26th.   These final assessments have the same requirements as an exam.

Other details:                                          
  • All examinations commence at 8:30 a.m.
  • Textbooks for courses are to be returned the morning of the exam for that course. If they have forgotten their textbook(s) for an exam, students will need to get a note from the main office
  • Students must remain in their examination for a minimum period of 1 hour
  • Students will not have locker access until 11:00 a.m.
  • All coats, backpacks etc. should be placed at the front of the classroom or in any area specified by the classroom teacher
  • Students with IEPs should discuss any needs with their teacher prior to exam
  • Parents are reminded to phone the main office and leave a message if their son/daughter cannot make their exam during the scheduled.  If illness a doctor’s note will be needed.
  • Otherwise, students will receive a mark of 0 on their exams for unexplained absences
Any questions or concerns should be directed to administration (phone or email) as soon as possible.


Mid Term Report Cards Monday Nov 21 (posted Nov 8 / 11)
Mid Term Report Cards will be sent home on Monday Nov 21 /11.  


Events Happening at CCSS over the Next Two Weeks  (posted Oct 25 / 11)

Over the next 2 weeks there are quite a few important events

Jr Academic Awards - Oct 27th at 6:30 pm
Students who achieved high marks and honour roll in their grade 9, 10 and 11 courses last school year.  The invitations for this events have already been sent out.

Rick Hansen Assembly - Thursday Nov 3rd
CCSS is the Start of Day point for the cross Canada Relay next Thursday.

Graduation Ceremonies - Friday Nov 4th at 6:30 pm
Welcome back to our graduates and we are looking forward to a wonderful evening of celebration as a school community.  Seating is limited to 4 guests.  Students should have already recieved their invitations for this event.  Anu questions contact the Guidance Department.


Grade 9 BBQ Thursday September 1st (posted Aug 28/11)
Just a reminder to all of our new Grade 9 students and their parents that the Grade 9 BBQ is this Thursday, Sept 1st starting 10:00 am and going until 1:00 pm.  For more details, contact the Guidance Department or send me a quick email.


Start of a New School Year ( posted Aug 22 /11)
As the new school year gets ready to start, I thought I would post some the dates so students and parents can get organized....

Aug 26 - Sept 1 - Guidance Office is open for Timetable changes and last minute registrations; phone ahead to book an appointment

Sept 1 - Grade 9 BBQ starts at 10:00 am in the café
                Don’t forget to sign up for the Grade 9 Camp

Sept 6 - Start of classes 8:17 am
        
Sept 8 & 9 - Grade 9 camp

Sept 16 - LAST day for timetable changes

Sept 27 - First School Council Meeting of the Year 7:00 pm in the Library

Textbooks that have not been returned can be brought in to the main office and report cards can still be picked up as well anytime next week prior to school starting.

~Just a Reminder - Cell Phones (Aug 22 /11)
Overall our students have been really great with the cell phone policy and here is just a quick reminder for everyone.  We have discussed this during our assemblies today and it is also written in the student agenda planners.

KPR CELL PHONE POLICY
~ Our school follows the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board's policy on use of personal electronic devices (PEDs) - such as cell phones and MP3 players - in schools.~ The policy states PEDs may be used only during regularly scheduled breaks, such as lunch hour, or in areas designated by principals.~ Cell phones and other PEDs must be turned off and stored out of sight in classrooms during instructional time.~ PEDs may never be used in washrooms or change rooms.~ The policy applies to everyone in a school, and it was approved after extensive consultation with students, parents, school councils, teachers, principals, support staff and community members.

Specifically at CCSS - students can use cell phones between classes, during lunch and before or after school.~ If a student has a spare they can use their cell phones in cafe or foyer as long as they do not interrupt any students in classes.~ During class, students are expected to turn off their cell phone and put it away.~ During a lockdown, cell phones are to remain off so that we can communicate quickly and effectively with proper authorities, parents and guardians.


Next School Council Meeting : TUESDAY SEPT 27th (posted Aug 22 /11)
Our next school Council meeting will be held in the Library; starting at 7:00 pm on Tuesday Sept 27th.



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Report Card Pick Up ( June 24, 2011 )
This school year’s schedule only has 5 exam days and PD day.  This means there is no Assessment or Mark Review day at the end of exams.

Report card pick up will be…

Wednesday July 6 and Thursday July 7  8:00 am - 3:00 pm Main Office.  

Summer will be starting at CCSS on Monday July 4th.  

After July 7th Report cards can be picked up from the Guidance Office on the following dates…
        July 11 - 19                            between 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Aug 8 - 16                              between 8:00 am - 1:00 pm

Thank you and have a great summer!  Please check this website for any last minute changes over the summer.  These dates also apply if your son/daughter needs a transcript to be picked up or sent to another school.




Last Modified: Feb 11, 2012
 

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