Happy Holidays!

Wishing all a safe and happy holiday season.  Classes resume on Monday, January 5 - Day 1.

Social Media Fitness presentations

Mr. Chris Vollum presented to parents at NPC in Winkler on Wednesday evening and to our grade 7 to 12 students on Thursday morning.  He gave information on the privacy issues of the major social media sites, and shared information on how to protect you reputations and privacy when using these sites.  Very good sessions.  For access to the information documents, go to the Carman Collegiate homepage.  The documents for parents and for students are posted there.

Students on Ice Artic Expedition

Congratulations to Madi S for being accepted into the 2015 Students on Ice Arctic Expedition.  She will have the opportunity to explore the Canadian Artic and Western Greenland this summer along with other students and scientists from around the world.

New AFM Counsellor at Collegiate

Carman Collegiate is pleased to welcome Mrs. Tara Smoker as the newly hired Addictions Foundation of Manitoba (AFM) counsellor.  She is excited to become part of the team of staff at the Collegiate who educate and support students. 
In her role as AFM counsellor, she is available at Carman Collegiate on Tuesdays and Thursdays to provide information and personal support to students and parents in the community.  Students may consider meeting with her if they are recognizing concerns with their own use of alcohol, drugs or gambling, or if they have concerns about the alcohol, drug or gambling use of someone close to them.  Tara's goal is to provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental place for youth to identify their values and set goals for themselves.
Youth are faced with many challenges related to their decisions around alcohol and drug use in their increasingly independent social and recreational activities.  By providing education and early prevention through classroom presentations and open office hours, students are provided  an opportunity to consider the risks and impacts of their choices.
Parents who may be looking for information and support in understanding the ways alcohol or drugs
may be impacting their youth are also welcome to contact Tara.
Tara can be reached at 204-745-2810 (direct line and confidential voice mail).  She looks forward to becoming connected with our community.

Grow Canada Conference

Bailey next to Brian Mulroney

This week, Bailey G had the opportunity to attend the premiere agricultural conference "Grow Canada". She was 1 of 3 students across Canada who were chosen to attend the conference in Ottawa from Dec. 2 - 4. The conference featured notable speakers on the topics of optimism and opportunities in agriculture. For Bailey, the conference highlight was meeting former Prime Minister Brian Mulroney. She had the responsibility of summarizing and sharing the "youth perspective" following his presentation.  She attended the conference with Ms. Massinon and they also took the opportunity to visit Parliament Hill and observe a session in the House of Commons.

Social Media presentation this Wednesday and Thursday

Parents, book Wednesday, December 10 - 7:00 pm at the Northlands Parkway Collegiate in Winkler.  This is a must see presentation in this day and age of our children using social media sites on a daily basis.  The presenter, Chris Vollum, requests that parents bring and use their smartphones and tablets to gain new knowledge about the social apps and sites that their kids are using to define their identities, personalities and reputations. .  The presentations goals are to provide clear examples, significant benefits and also risks associated with social sites like Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, SnapChat, Tmblr, Vine, Pinterest, and others.  The takeaway is that parents will be educated with a deeper understanding on how to support and discuss benefits (of which there are many) and risks of these sites and apps with their children.
Mr. Vollum will be at Carman Collegiate on Thursday, December 11 at 11:00 am to present to our students.  Students are also invited to bring in their devices for the presentation.

Provincial Champions!!!

The Senior Varsity Cougar Boys capped off a great season with a Provincial title at home on Saturday night in front of a supportive crowd.  Carman Collegiate hosted the MHSAA AA Boys Volleyball provincial championship from November 27 to 29.  Nine teams from around the province gathered in Carman for round robin games and playoffs on Saturday. 
Our Cougars went through the round robin undefeated.  On Saturday, they defeated the Warren Wildcats in the quarter finals, then the Major Pratt Trojans in the semi finals.  The Cougars then faced the Niverville Panthers, defeating them in a very exciting three game match - 25 - 23, 21 - 25, and 15 - 13 to claim the title.  Tournament all-stars included Brett W and Dane N.  Congratulations to Mason M, tournament MVP.  This is Carman Collegiate's first provincial volleyball banner.  For more information and results, go to http://mhsaa.e-crew.ca/page.cfm?s=172&.

CTS Young Women in the Trades

On Tuesday, November 25, 2014, the Career and Technology Studies Coordinators in Prairie Rose School Division hosted a Young Women in the Trades - Apprenticeship Expo that highlighted several trade opportunities found in our local community. All Grade 10 girls from Prairie Rose School Division were informed about the benefits of apprenticeship and the opportunities that exist while still a high school student, and in the future. Some presentation highlights of the morning sessions were by Ms. Bloodsworth, an instructor of welding at RRC, who shared some of her “dirty”, but rewarding experiences of being a woman welder on a pipeline crew. Her hard work, long hours, and well-paying positions have allowed her financial security, and opportunities to move up in the field, and become an educator.  Ms. Phaneuf-Ahi of Apprenticeship Manitoba told the girls how one career leads to another when you are determined, dedicated to life-long learning, and love what you do. A Ford employee, Darielle, shared how sometimes a female face, who is very knowledgeable, and empathetic to your situation is sometimes exactly what is needed in a business. All the employers encouraged young women to take trade positions because they are more precise, intelligent, and quality-oriented.
In the afternoon of the event, all the girls chose various trades to explore by visiting local business owners in the area to gain hands-on insight into trades including a wide variety of non-traditional female careers ranging from:  Crane Equipment Operation, Electrical and Hydro careers, Agricultural and Automotive occupations and so much more.
We would like to thank our hosts for helping us out: Sperling Industries, Vanderveen Greenhouses, Carman Golf Club, Carman Ford, Diane’s Hairstyling, Carman Collision Centre, Walinga, John Deere, Campfire Union, MB Infrastructure and Transportation, and MB Hydro. Young Women in the Trades is definitely an option for the next generation of graduates!

MPI Friends for Life Presentation

One bad choice that forever changed a family

Our grade 7 to 12 students had the opportunity this morning to hear the important reasons for making positive and safe choices in life, especially when behind the wheel.

 

Greg Drew has lived through a parent’s worst nightmare, the loss of his 17-year-old son. Greg had a long career in fire services, but nothing could have prepared him for arriving at the scene of an accident, where his own son was trapped inside a car after a high speed crash.  Greg wants high school students to know their decisions affect everyone around them. His unforgettable presentation highlights the importance of making safe driving choices and staying alive.

 

The Friends for Life speaker series uses an eye-opening, real life stories to educate high school students about the consequences of dangerous driving behaviors, including speeding, impaired driving, and distracted driving.  Youth aged 16 to 19 have much higher rates of serious collisions compared to more experienced drivers.  But these crashes can be avoided. Bring Friends For Life to your school and encourage students to make good decisions when they are behind the wheel or when accepting rides from friends.

 

Young Women in the Trades Expo

On Tuesday, November 25, 2014, Prairie Rose School Division is hosting a Young Women in the Trades - Apprenticeship Expo that will highlight the various trades in our local community. In the morning all grade 10 girls from Prairie Rose School Division will meet at Carman Collegiate. Students will learn about apprenticeship and the opportunities that exist. Nick Verras, the Career and Technology Studies Division Coordinator, will discuss with students the benefits apprenticeship has to offer and explain the process of becoming a high school apprentice.

Apprenticeship Manitoba will make a presentation and discuss the transition from high to adult apprenticeship. Other guest speakers will also present and provide additional information on women in the trades.

Lunch will be provided for students. After lunch, students will board buses and get dropped off various sites. The various sites will provide an introduction to a particular trade. Students will be shown demonstrations that highlight a variety of careers in specific trade areas. Students will also participate in hands-on-activities.

Student Council Fundraisers underway

Carman Collegiate Student Council is currently selling Bothwell Cheese and Mom's Pantry products. A letter and forms were initially sent home on November 7, and more forms are available at the office if needed. The deadline for submitting orders is as follows:

• Bothwell Cheese - due Monday, November 24 by noon
• Mom's Pantry - due Tuesday, November 25 by 3:40

Thank you in advance for your support.

Report Cards Sent Home

Grade 7 to 12 report cards were sent home on Thursday by both paper version with students and by email.  Some technical difficulties were experienced with some report cards resulting in a second batch of reports having to be sent out for some students. 
Student Conferences take place on Monday, November 24 from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm and Wednesday, November 26 from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm.  A majority of teachers will be set up in the theatre as our gym floor is prepared for the Provincial Volleyball Championships. 
As in previous years, we ask that students be part of the conferences, as they are the most important element of these meetings.
Please note that Mrs. Ens will not be available for student conferences on Wednesday afternoon.

Carman Collegiate Cougar Pride Wear

Carman Collegiate Cougar Pride Wear is available to order once again until November 26.  Order forms are available in the office.  Delivery is scheduled to be in time for Christmas.  Choices include:

• Track Jacket (black) - $65
• Track Pants (black) - $50
• Stormtech 3 in 1 Jacket (black) - $160
• Pull Over Hoodie (black or royal) - $40
• Long Sleeve T-Shirt (black or royal) - $20
• Toque (black or royal) - $15
• Hat (black) - $15

Provincial Volleyball Coming to Carman

Carman will be the host site of the 2014 AA Senior Boys Volleyball Provincials from November 27 thru to November 29.  Carman will be welcoming nine teams from around the province plus our own Cougars. 
Games will start on Thursday morning, with the opening ceremonies scheduled for Thursday at 1:00 pm.  Games will then continue throughout Thursday, ending in the late afternoon as we prepare for the players banquet.  Games then continue throughout Friday.  Playoffs will take place on Saturday.  All games are open to the public, with entrance fees set at $3 per day or $7 for a tournament pass.
Our own Cougar boys are currently ranked number one in the province.

First Aid

Our grade 11 students completed their Emergency First Aid Training on Thursday and Friday of this week.  This course is mandatory for all students in the school division. 

Rangeland Adventure

On Thursday, Ms. Massinon's Agriculture 30S class participated in the Amazing Rangeland Adventure at the Westoba Agricultural Centre in Brandon.  Students learned about Manitoba agriculture through hands on experiences at various interactive stations staffed by farmers and ag-industry professionals.

2014 DISCOVERY DAYS AT U OF M

Discovery Days is a highly successful and sought after health sciences program for high school students, comprised of a dynamic and inspiring keynote lecture and interactive workshops at the University of Manitoba’s Basic Medical Services located at the Health Sciences Centre, in Winnipeg.  In addition, the participants attended a panel discussion  exploring careers in medicine as high school students were in dialogue with researchers, clinicians and educators as they share the evolution of their academic and professional careers.  Approximately 200 high school students from across Manitoba had the opportunity to attend this one day event.   Future aspiring medical professionals Allen C. and Bailey G.  grade 11 and grade 12 students from Carman Collegiate attended this excellent day on November 7th as they explored and discovered a wide spectrum of areas, as well as gained a clear picture of what it would be like to be a health professional in medical and health sciences to educate, inspire and encourage careers in the medical field.  Former Carman Collegiate Grad Jack Heard is in his first year of Medicine at the U of M, pictured here with Allan and Bailey.       

Giving Voice

On Tuesday, our grade 7, 8, and 9 students attended a presentation by Giving Voice theatre group.  Our students were given the opportunity to look into the lives of two youths living in care and see the different issues youths in care may face.  Our students were then given the opportunity to rewind certain scenes and become actively involved in changing the way certain characters behaved, and therefore changing the long term outcomes.

Spirit Week

Grade Wars

Batman and the villians

This was spirit week at Carman Collegiate.  Thank you to all the students and staff who dressed up and showed their school spirit.  Thursday was grade wars where the grade had to compete to make clothes out of newspapers.  Thursday night saw over 110 students dance the night away.  Halloween was costume day. 

"See how they run..."

Carman Student 1 of 3 in Canada off to Ottawa

Bailey G. has been selected as 1 of 3 students from across Canada to be feature at Canada's premier Agricultural Conference: Grow Canada in Ottawa (Dec. 2-4).  Students will have the opportunity to express their opinions and views to an audience of 500 conference delegates.

She was selected for her agricultural background, submitting a well written essay, and for her enthusiasm and speaking ability during a telephone interview

Take Our Kids To Work

Carman Collegiate Grade 9 students received a T-Shirt to wear on T.O.K.T.W. Day.  T.O.K.T.W. is a Canadian Career Initiative that takes place on November 5, 2014. 

Family Movie Night this Thursday

 

 

 

Family Movie Night is back on Thursday, November 6 with Guardians of the Galaxy.  Show time is 7 pm.  Cost is $5 per person or $15 per family.  Popcorn and water are $1 each. 

 

 

About 65 people enjoyed Plane - Fire and Rescue last Wednesday.  November 13 will have Divergent showing.

Spirit Week

Student Council is pleased to be hosting spirit week from October 27 to 31.

Monday - Cougar Pride Day
Tuesday - Twin Day and Gender Bender Day
Wednesday - Senior Citizen's Day, PJ, Messy Hair and Hat Day
Thursday - Grade Wars, show your colours
Friday - Costume Day and Black and Orange Day

Student Council is hosting a school dance on Thursday, October 30 from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm.  Cost is $5 for student members and $6 for non-student members.

Reminder of Grade War colours:
Grade 7 - Red
Grade 8 - Blue
Grade 9 - Grey
Grade 10 - White
Grade 11 - Black
Grade 12 - Tight and Bright

Girls in Gaming

Grade 7, 8 and 9 students met Thursday, Oct. 23 to take part in a Girls in Gaming session. Tara Brown, a technology teacher from Red River College, spoke about the use of technology in our society, technology careers and about the Business Information Technology course offered through Red River College.  Robin and Sandy Debreuil taught the students how to create artwork in Flash and then bring the artwork into a program called Pixate which allowed them to create a prototype of a phone app.  It was a fun day and we hope to have another session in the future.

Family Movie Night is Back!

Family Movie Night returns on Wednesday, October 29 with the showing of Planes Fire and Rescue.  Show time is 7:00 pm.  Arrive early to get you popcorn.  Cost is $5 per person or $15 for the family.  This is a philanthropy group fundraiser.

MPPC UNIVERSITY/COLLEGE FAIR

The grade 11 and 12 students from Carman, Elm Creek, and Miami had an exceptional opportunity to attend university and college presentations on October 23.  They were able to speak with representatives from the University of Manitoba, University of Winnipeg, Brandon University, Canadian Mennonite University, Providence College, Red River College, Assiniboine Community College, Booth University/College, and the Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology as Carman Collegiate hosted the annual MPPC University/College fair. These presentations are informative for students planning post-secondary education, and it provided options and inspiration for others who are undecided.  Thank you to all the post-secondary institutions. 

Central Manitoba Youth Choir Scholarship goes to Carman Student

Congratulations to Zack H, recipient of the Provincials Honors Choir Scholarship from the Central Manitoba Youth Choir. 

Check out the CMYC performance tonight at 7:30 pm at the United Church in Carman.  Carman Collegiate students Zack H and William A are part of the Choir performing around the region over the next three days. 

Eva Olsson Holocaust Presentation

The Carman Collegiate Community Theatre was pleased to host Eva Olsson Tuesday evening for a presentation to the public.  Dr. Olsson shared her story of living through the horrors of the holocaust, and her beliefs to why people did this.  She then returned Wednesday and presented to grade 5 to 8 students in the morning and grade 9 to 12 students in the afternoon.  She shared her opinion on why people bully others, and gave a very touching plea to students to be kind and understanding to their peers.

Safe Workers of Tomorrow

Carman Collegiate Grade 9 students participated in a Safe Workers of Tomorrow Presentation on October 15, in preparation for the Canada's annual "Take Our Kid to Work" day on November 5, 2014.  "Take Our Kids To Work" is a Career Initiative for all Grade 9 students from across Canada, to experience a day at work through attending the work place with their parent, host or volunteer. 

The Grade 11 students attended a Safe Workers of Tomorrow one day training session in preparation for further career advancement, this initiative is created through the CTS Program. 

The Safe Workers of Tomorrow Presentations provide information to students in regard to health and safety issues, workplace hazards as well as proactive methods to prevent injuries while in the workplace. 

Thank you to our local businesses who allowed are students to visit their workplaces and conduct safety audits.

Graduation 2015 Parent Meeting

Parents and Grad 2015 students are invited to an informational meeting on Wednesday, October 29 at 5:15 pm in the Carman Collegiate Community Theatre.  At email was sent out to parents regarding this meeting along with an agenda. 

Welcome Eva Olsson

The public are welcome to join us Tuesday evening in the Carman Collegiate Community Theatre to hear Eva Olsson present on her experiences as a Holocaust survivor, and the message of standing up for peace and justice.  Eva will also be presenting to our students on Wednesday during the day.

School Pictures are In!

School pictures are in and students have been given their pictures today.  Instructions are in the picture envelop allowing you to go online and order. 

My Child in School Website

Manitoba Education and Advanced Learning's new website, My Child in School, offers parents curriculum and assessment information as well as additional content that they may find helpful.  My Child in School is an online resource that will help you learn more about your child's education and how you can help them do well in school.  Learn more at http://manitoba.ca/mychildinschool.  A link to this site has also been located at the bottom of the sidebar on the Carman Collegiate website.

2013 - 2014 Yearbooks Are In!

The Carman Collegiate 2013 - 2014 "Piece by Piece" Yearbooks have been delivered to students who ordered them.  Congratulation to Ms. Armstrong, Amanda M, and the yearbook staff on another excellent production.

If you did not order a 2013-2014 yearbook but would like one please contact the office as there are a limited number of extras available.

Work has already begun on the 2014-2015 yearbook which will have the theme, "Remember When".  

We are please to have students on our yearbook staff representing Grades 7-12 this year. If you are interested in working on yearbook you can speak to Ms. Armstrong in the library. We generally meet Wednesdays over the lunch hour in the Grade 8 room behind Mrs. Sigurdson's class. Listen for announcements each week.

Youth Olympic Games Presentation on Wednesday, October 8

Jay O will be presenting to our students in the afternoon, and then to community in the evening on Wednesday, October 8.  Jay will share his experiences of competing at the Youth Olympic Games in Nanjing, China this summer where he captured first in the B side championship of the 3000 m race, and also established a new personal best at that distance. 
The evening presentation will start at 7:00 pm in the Carman Collegiate Community Theatre and is open to all community.  Please come out and hear a great success story of one of our own.

Cougar Pride Wear

Cougar Pride Wear clothing first orders are being taken until Thursday, October 9.  Clothes are on display in the entrance trophy case with available items.  The following items can be purchased:

• Track Jacket - Black - $65.00
• Track Pants - Black - $50.00
• Stormtech 3 in One Jacket - Black - $160.00
• Pull Over Hoodie - Black or Royal Blue - $40.00
• Long Sleeve T Shirt - Black or Royal Blue - $20.00
• Toque - Black or Royal Blue - $15.00
• Hat - Black - $15.00

Sample sizes are available for fitting in the office.  Amounts listed above include taxes.  Order forms are available in the office.  Cheques are to be made payable to Carman Collegiate and complete payment must be handed in with the order form.
The next order will be due at the end of November so that items can be ordered in time for the Christmas break.

Grade 7 and 8 Choir

Ms. Cole from the Carman Elementary School has started a grade 7 and 8 school choir.  Students meet on Wednesdays from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm.  On early dismissal days, choir practice moves to Thursday at 4:00 pm.  Any grade 7 or 8 students are invited to attend.  Practices are at the Collegiate.

Author David Robertson Visit

Today author/graphic novelist/poet/TV writer/creator and educator David Robertson visited our school. Due to number constraints, students whose teachers had indicated that they had a talent and interest for writing and/or art were invited to attend.   You can find out more about David Alexander Robertson at his cool website here: http://www.darobertson.ca/ You can find his graphic novels in our library.

The 7 Generations Series by David Alexander Robertson, just some of his books in our library.

Mr. Robertson spoke about how he was asked to write a poem in Grade 3 and reluctantly (hiding in a closet in the back of the room) decided to try. He loved the experience so much he wrote a lot of poems instead of just one. With positive feedback from his teacher, who typed, printed and created a booklet of his poems, he decided that he wanted to become a writer. He said his mom supported him in his dream right from the start.  He told students this was important in everyone's life, to have someone who believes in you and supports you in your pursuits, even if sometimes others may not.

Mr. Robertson also spoke about what it was like growing up as a half Cree, half Irish/Scottish student in Winnipeg. He was mostly brought up by his mom after his parents parted when he was young. But when he was older, his mom and dad reunited and his dad moved back in with him, his mom and his siblings. Living apart from his Cree father for so long, and enduring teasing about the colour of his skin when he was in elementary and middle school, Mr. Robertson said he spent a lot of time growing up buying into stereotypes about indigenous people and about the North End of Winnipeg. He said he even sometimes laughed along to inappropriate and racist jokes in order to belong, all the while feeling a pain inside about doing so.

When his mom and dad, a respected educator, reunited and David came to know his father, he had to relearn everything he had thought about indigenous people. His dad didn't fit the stereotype others had created and neither did other indigenous people that he met. He decided he wanted to so something to educate others. He combined his two loves of writing and comics, and started writing graphic novels.  In addition to containing great stories and art (provided by artists Scott B. Henderson and for The Helen Betty Osborne Story, Madison Blackstone) the graphic novels can be used to educate students about indigenous culture and history, including residential schools.

His first graphic novel was The Life of Helen Betty Osborne. He also wrote Sugar Falls (A Residential Schools Story), The 7 Generations series which includes Stones, Scars, Ends/Begins and The Pact, and the Tales from Big Spirit series which includes The Ballad of Nancy April: Shawnadithit, The Land of Os: John Ramsay, The Poet: Pauline Johnson, The Rebel: Gabriel Dumont, The Scout: Tommy Prince, and The Peacemaker: Thanadelthur.

Article by Heather Armstrong

Grade Wars

Student Council hosted their first of several Grade Wars today right after lunch.  Students were changed on several tasks, the last being who could stack plastic cups the highest.  Congrats to all the groups, as many went over the 7 foot mark.  The challenges given to students were all cooperative in nature, having teams build or organize themselves. 

Terry Fox Run

Our annual Terry Fox run took place on Wednesday, September 24 just prior to the lunch hour.  Our students ran and walked the community walking path.  Our students raised over $1360 for the Terry Fox Foundation.  Congratulations to our top fundraisers:  Ashley H. Katie TM, Stacie M, Amanda M, and Hannah B.  Thank you to all who collected pledges and donated to this worthy cause.

Foods Class in King's Park

Foods class moved to the great outdoors on Thursday morning.  Students took part in creating some dutch oven hamburgers and other items.  Mr. Rempel has several cooking classes set over the upcoming weeks for our students to expand their cooking abilities.

Terry Fox Run

Carman Collegiate is proud to again take part in the annual Terry Fox Run this Wednesday, September 24.  Our run will begin at 11:15 am and at approximately 12:00 pm.  Students will cross the highways by our school, the RCMP station, the Boyne Lodge, and the post office. 
Students will be out collecting pledges in support of the Terry Fox Foundation.  Last year we raised over $2500.  The top fundraiser will receive a Terry Fox T Shirt.

Grade Wars

Student Council are hosting monthly Grade Wars this year.  These popular activities have the grades compete against each other in school spirit activities.  The first event is on Thursday, September 25.  Students are asked to support their grade by dressing up in their grade colors.  Colors are:

Grade 7 - Red
Grade 8 - Blue
Grade 9 - Grey
Grade 10 - White
Grade 11 - Black
Grade 12 - Tight and Bright

Grade teams earn point for number of students donning their teams colors.  Other activities will also occur on this day.  Please support your grade and your student council.

Open House and Awards Evening

Carman Collegiate hosted their annual Open House and Grade 9 to 11 Awards evening on Thursday, September 11.  The evening started in the theatre with an introduction of all teachers, an introduction to the Carman Collegiate school goals, how to keep up with all the information, and a discussion regarding our Home and School Association.  We then moved to the newly renovated library for a chance to visit, and then grade 7 and 8 parents toured their children's classrooms, and the grade 10 to 12 students returned to the theatre for the presentation of the 2013 - 2014 awards.  Thank you to all who attended and to all our award recipients. 

Robb Nash Returning to Carman Collegiate

We are pleased to be welcoming back to Carman Collegiate Robb Nash on Tuesday, September 16 starting at 1:00 pm.  Robb shares a great story of battling adversity and overcoming overwhelming obstacles in a delivery that touches the heart and will have students laughing.  Robb has presented to our students in 2011 and 2012. 

Suicide Prevention Awareness Day

Wednesday, September 10 saw many of our students fly kites during the lunch hour to commemorate Suicide Prevention Awareness Day.  The event saw representatives from the Regional Health Authority and Safe Communities join our students on this cool but windy day.

Off to a Great Start!

Welcome back!!!

We wish to start by welcoming Ms. Kirsten Carman onto staff.  She is teaching Foods while Mrs. Courtney is in the Ukraine growing her family.  Ms. Carman taught foods in Transcona last year and does have an ancestral connection to the founder of Carman.
We also are welcoming three exchange students to our school and community.  Welcome to Sabine from Switzerland, and Jana and Lina from Germany.

We would like to invite everyone to join us at our Open House and Awards Ceremony on Thursday, September 11.  The open house will start at 7:00 pm.  This is an excellent opportunity to meet the teachers, see the building, and have a visit.  At 8:00 pm, we will then move into the 2013 - 2014 grade 9 to 11 Awards Ceremony in the Carman Collegiate Community Theatre.  All are welcome to attend.

Band Aide Returns September 6

Join us Saturday Sept. 6 at the outdoor stage at Ryall Park.

The first band will start playing at 6:30 so, grab your lawn chair and come as early as 6:00 p.m. to the picturesque Ryall Park in Carman, Manitoba. There will be some acoustic music  as the bands get ready to take the stage.

Featuring our school rock band and Band Aid alumni performers: 

The Bad Boy Teenager Club, our Carman Collegiate rock band featuring Allan D, Darren U, and Tyson S and some guest singer/players.

Special Guests from Sanford/Starbuck/Oak Bluff/Waterloo featuring Andrew Murray, Jana McCluskey, Connor Hopper, Jamie Murray, Kendal Shirtliff, Jake Armstrong and Bailey Shirtliff.

Talent Whack from Sanford/Oak Bluff/Waterloo, reuniting in their first appearance together on stage since Band Aid 2012 with Jake Armstrong, Andrew Murray, Luke Anseeuw, and Troy Anseeuw.

Band Aid alumni Braden Kauenhofen, Colin Hay, Evan Dracass and Cyrus Walker from Carman/Winnipeg/Sperling.

The Project from Oak Bluff/Winnipeg with Luke Anseeuw, Brad Turner and Jon Brooke.

As we are using the lovely Ryall stage at no cost, this show is free. 

In the spirit of the "Aid" concept of our Band Aid concerts, there will be a donation basket for Carman Collegiate's Philanthropy Group fund which is annually used for worthy projects in the community Be sure to check out the group's movie nights throughout the year.

Band Aid concert proceeds have previously gone to band trip costs, Haiti relief, the Red Cross and to purchase sound equipment for our school rock band.

Grade 7 and 8 Awards

Alex C - Kent Atkins recipient

The Carman Collegiate grade 7 and 8 annual academic awards took place on Wednesday, June 25.  Recognition was given for top academic standing in all subjects, and class awards for Most Improved, Citizenship, and Student of the Year.  Congratulations to our many award winners.  We also gave the Kent Atkins Memorial Award out to the grade 8 student with the highest academic average in all their subjects.  This years recipient was Alex C.

Graduation 2014

Graduation 2014 took place on Tuesday, June 24 at the Carman Community Hall.  Forty four students graduated from Carman Collegiate this year, and we had four exchange students take part in the graduating exercises as honour grads.  Congratulations to all our graduating class, and to their parents and families for the making the day a wonderful event.

Thank you to the community for their continued support of our Scholarship program.  And Congratulations to our many winners.  Two awards that we will make notice of are the Staff Award and the Governor Generals Award.

Nominees for the Staff Award included Samantha C, Brianne J, Cody L, and Kylie N.  This Award is given to students who have demonstrated high academic achievement, leadership qualities, and involvement in student and community activities.  The award was shared between Samantha C and Kylie N.

The Governor Generals Academic Medal is awarded to the student with the top average of all their grade 11 and 12 marks combined.  This year’s recipient was Kylie N.

If you would like the opportunity to purchase pictures of the Graduation event, visit www.krphotography.ca.   From there go to the Client Gallery section where you will find Carman Grad.  Interested persons may use the online shopping cart to place orders - payment is not available online so a cheque would need to be mailed.

The Silent Singer Honoured in Winnipeg

Janessa W accepted a writing award and a cheque for $50 at an awards gala hosted at the Millenium Library on June 25. The gala was to honour winners of the Winnipeg Free Press and Writers' Collective of Manitoba's 2014 Short Fiction Contest. Janessa's story, "The Silent Singer", won third place in the Senior Student Category. 

Janessa said the inspiration for "The Silent Singer" came from three of her four siblings, all born deaf and now assisted by cochlear implants. 

Elizabeth Denny, one of the judges of
the Senior Student Category presents
Janessa with her award.

The Grade 12 student originally wrote the story as part of her Grade 11 ELA exam and was encouraged by Carman Collegiate English teacher Warren Hoffman and Librarian Heather Armstrong to adjust the word count and submit the story to the contest.

Contest judge Lance Guilbault called "The Silent Singer" a "beautiful, beautiful story" that "inspired readers to sing their own song". 

As part of her prize, Janessa will enjoy a one-year membership to the Writers' Collective of Manitoba which includes free access to writing resources, invitations to writing events, contest entry fee discounts and a subscription to the Writers' Collective newsletter.

Photos by Heather Armstrong

 

 

 

Annual Athletic Banquet and Awards

The Fourth Annual Carman Collegiate Athletic Banquet was held Thursday evening at the Active Living Centre.  A great evening of recognizing the MVP’s and Coaches Awards in our junior and senior varsity athletic programs. This was an exceptional year for our Athletic’s program as we captured eight Zone IV banners (Cross Country Boys Champ, Girls golf, Sr. Boys Volleyball, all four basketball titles, and the badminton junior aggregate championship, Girls Double Badminton, Track and Field) and one provincial title as we repeated as the Sr. Boys Basketball champs.  Besides the team awards, provincial participation certificates where handed out and the male and female athletes of the year.  Congratulations to the following students:

·         Brian Parker Jr. Varsity Female Athlete of the Year – Kaitlyn D.

·         Frank McKinnon Jr. Varsity Male Athlete of the Year – Rylan M.

·         Kelly Hand Sr. Varsity Female Athlete of the Year – Maddi F.

·         Eddie Belfour Sr. Varsity Male Athlete of the Year – Tim D.

·         Coaches Award for Dedication and Determination – Cody L.

The Silent Singer

On June 9^th the Winnipeg Free Press and The Writer’s Collective of Manitoba announced the winners from their annual Writing Contest. Janessa W., a Carman Collegiate grade 12 student, placed third in the province with her story, “The Silent Singer”. Janessa will receive her award for Short Fiction in the Senior Student Category at the 2014 Awards Gala to be held on June 25 at the Millennium Library in Winnipeg.

Beverly Ens and School Spirit Awards

Last Friday we started off our June So Soon celebration by awarding the Beverly Ens Memorial Award and the Spirit Award.

The Beverly Ens Memorial Award were presented to past presidents of the student council: Caitlin H. and Brianne J.  Beverly Ens was the Carman Collegiate Student Council president when she was involved in a fatal car accident in 1984.  The award is in appreciation on the work done and sacrifices made to give all students an enjoyable school experience.  Our 2013-2014 school presidents put in a huge number of hours planning, setting up, and participating in events.

 

The School Spirit Award was then awarded to Tim D and Jeffrey Z.  The School Spirit Award was first presented in 1966.  The school spirit award is presented to the student or students who contribute behind the scenes and without thought of reward, has a cooperative attitude with both their peers and staff, demonstrates a genuine concern for others, and has a positive “lets get things done” outlook. 

 

All of our nominees are recognized for their contributions to school activities.  These include:  Bjarne B, Cody L, Mason M, Amanda M, Kylie N, Dane N, and Sierra W.

Tim D, our one recipient, was everywhere, whether setting up the baseball diamonds, making drama props, or doing a host of duties in the gym without ever being asked, he was there.  

Jeff Z, our other recipient, is the face of our sound and lighting in the theatre.  All events were set up, run, and taken down by this person.  The running of the theatre for events has some big shoes to be filled. 

Book Your Calendar

The upcoming weeks are busy one's in the school system as we close up our year.  Celebrating and sharing in our student's successes is a highlight of every school year.  Please book your calendars for the following events:

Thursday, June 19 - 5:00 PM at the Active Living Centre - Grade 9 to 12 Athletic Banquet
We celebrate individual and team successes from our year of sports.  Team awards are presented and top male and female athletes are named.  Please contact the office for tickets.


Tuesday, June 24 - 1:00 PM at the Carman Community Hall - Graduation 2014
Handing out Grade 12 Diplomas and all grade 12 academic awards highlight this great afternoon.

Wednesday, June 25 - 10:00 AM at the Carman Collegiate Community Theatre - Grade 7 & 8 Awards
We honour the hard work and achievement of our grade 7 and 8 students.  All parents are welcome to join us in recognizing the youngest members of our school.

And please remember to hold the following date open in September.

Thursday, September 11 - 8:00 PM at the Carman Collegiate Community Theatre - Grade 9 to 11 Awards
After our Open House, we recognize the academic achievements of our high school students from the 2013 - 2014 school year.

Exam Week

June 16 to 19 is exam week for our grade 9 to 12 students.  Grade 7 and 8 students still have regular scheduled classes. 

Please note that exams start at 9:00 am and 1:00 pm sharp.  Grade 9 to 12 students have no regular classes during this time.  Students should have all necessary items to write their exams, will turn in all electronic devices at the door (cell phones, iPods, etc), and will be required to spend a minimum amount of time in the examination room.

Students are free to leave the school upon completion of their exams.  If students decide to remain in the school, they are to be in either the library or the canteen.  Some students still need to complete course work or portfolios and they will be given access to computer labs if required.

Students are asked to inform their bus drivers if they are finished and no longer needing to ride into school.

Arts Appreciation Evening

Gr. 9 - 12 Band gave the audience big sound.

Our Carman Collegiate Bands, conducted by Mr. Rivest, gave a great performance of a variety of musical selections.  We bid farewell to our graduating music students, and thanked them for their six years of dedication.  Thank you to all who attended and enjoyed a great evening of music and art.  Be sure to book the first Wednesday of next June for our Arts Appreciation 2015 performance.

A variety of art mediums used in the course of the year.

A wide variety of art pieces were presented in the halls of the Collegiate last night.  Our grade 7 - 9 art classes had a wide range of pictures and painting presented.  Art Mentorship students also displayed their talents with a mixture of sculptures, sketches, and paintings. 

Spirit Week

June 9 to 13 is Spirit Week!!!

Monday is PJ / Crazy Hair / Hat Day
Tuesday is Western / Retro Day
Wednesday is Graffiti Day
Thursday is Jersday / Hat Day
Friday is Grade War Colours.
Colours are:  Grade 7 - Red,     Grade 8 - Grey,    Grade 9 - Black,     Grade 10 - White,    Grade 11 - Blue,     and Grade 12's are Tight and Bright.

Friday is our annual June So Soon Celebration.  We start the day with an Entertainment Assembly, followed by Grade Wars, a BBQ, and then we head off to Colert Beach in Morden.  Students must sign up with permission forms and $5.00 to go to Colert Beach.  Forms and money must be in at the office by Wednesday, June 11 at 1:30 pm.  An email with this information and forms has been sent home on Thursday.  Students will be back from Colert Beach in time for 3:40 pm dismissal. 

Student Council has great activities planned, be sure to get involved.

Snowbirds Visit Carman Collegiate

After a great fly over on June 3 by the Snowbirds, Carman Collegiate was pleased to welcome 1997 graduate Capt. Morgan Strachan back to Carman on Wednesday, June 4.  Capt. Strachan (Snowbird 9) presented to all our students with Snowbird 3 and a Snowbird Technician.  The members spoke of the need for skill, professionalism, and teamwork in their jobs and how these attributes transfer to all parts of life.  They also had some gear on them and had some fun dressing up Brett W. 
The team was then off to Portage for the airshow that evening.  Ryley C, our resident pilot, was invited by Captain Strachan to attend the pilot briefing prior to the show Wednesday evening.  The Snowbirds gave a great presentation to our students and feedback from our students who attended the airshow, even though weather shortened their routine, it was still great.





Brett trying out a tight fitting parachute.

Miss Teen Southern Manitoba

Congratulations to Sierra W. who was crowned May 11 as Miss Teen Southern MB. She competed in the provincial pageant and was one of five who were chosen to move forward to Nationals. Nationals are hosted the week of July 19th in Toronto. As a title holder Sierra has elected to take the first steps towards a leadership role in and around her community as a volunteer. Each delegate is selected based on personal accomplishments, goals and commitment to community service. She has been an active leader in the school’s Philanthropy Group from its inception. In order to maintain a spot in Nationals each delegate is responsible for raising adequate funds for an organization called Free The Children. Free The Children is an international charity that believes in a world where all children are free to achieve their fullest potential. Free The Children informs, educates, engages and empowers youth to become active local and global citizens. To support Sierra as she raises money for this organization she invites you to attend her fundraiser at the Active Living Centre on June 11 from 7-9pm. 

Health Experience Day

Getting info on heart rate rhythms (and the legs are not real!).

May 29 saw our grade 11 Biology class take part in our first ever health experience day.  Our students circulated around town.  At the Memorial Hall, they received information on concussions; how they occur, diagnostic tools and many other relevant pieces of information.  At Carman Pharmacy, the students took part in some hands on activities with determining safe medications and pill packaging among other things. At the hospital, our students heard from Blood Services, explored imaging systems in the lab, and had the opportunity to experience what a patient with Alzheimer's may experience.  In the afternoon, students had a presentation on nutrition and selling practices by food stores, followed by them cooking up some healthy meals.  The day also had a focus on possible jobs in the health fields.  A great day with our first ever Health Experience Day.  Many thanks to our many organizers, Carman Pharmacy, and the staff at the Carman Hospital.
    

The Romans are Here!

The Grade 8 students enjoyed a "Roman Games/Feast Morning" on May 30 as a culminating activity for their Ancient Roman Unit in Social Studies. After planning, designing, and creating board games about Ancient Roman Civilization for the last two weeks, the students dressed up into their togas, and in groups played the variety of diverse, entertaining, and educational games. In Roman style, the students then enjoyed partaking in a "Roman Feast" of foods common to Ancient Roman meals, with a few improvisations. Thank you to all the students for the food, and for an enjoyable morning stepping back into Ancient Times!

Envirothon Provincial Competition

Five students (Madi S, Katie T, Rhiannon A, Bailey G, Kara M) participated in the Envirothon Provincial Competition in Brandon this weekend.  This 3-day event, included an outdoor field test, where students tested their environmental science skills and knowledge, after taking part in training sessions put on by experts in the fields of Forestry, Soil Science, Aquatic Ecology, Wildlife Management and Sustainable Agriculture.  We enjoyed beautiful weather and would like to thank La Salle Redboine Conservation District for sponsoring our team! 

Any Gr. 8-11 students who are interested in joining our "Enviroclub" next year should see Ms. Massinon.

Snowbirds coming to Carman

Captain Morgan Strachan, a member of the Canadian Forces Snowbird Aerobatic Team for 2014, will be flying over Carman on June 3 (tentatively at 2:00 pm), and then present to our students on June 4.  He was born and raised in Carman attending both Carman Elementary and Carman Collegiate graduating in 1997. He enrolled in the Faculty of Agriculture at the University of Manitoba graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in 2001. Following graduation he worked with CIBC and it was during this time that he became interested in flying, enrolling in lessons and obtaining his private pilot's license at Harv's Air in Steinbach, Mb. Morgan joined the military in 2004 where he received his wings on the CT-155 Hawk in 2007. He was selected to the Snowbird Team in 2013 and brings 1800 hours of flying military high performance aircraft to the Snowbird Team. He flies the #9 position in the formation and is one of two members performing solo aerobatics in the show. For the 2014 season the Canadian Snowbirds will perform 50 shows across North America flying as far north as Yellowknife, N.W.T., as far east as Stephenville, N.L., as far south as southern Missouri and as far west as Redding, California. Manitoba’s only Snowbird performance for 2014 takes place June 4th at Portage La Prairie (Southport).

University of Manitoba Spring Presentation 2014

Grade 12 students that have been accepted at U of M for the Fall of 2014, attended a Spring Presentation on May 26, 2014 at Carman Collegiate.  Excellent information was provided to the students in regard to undergraduate programs, university transition, preparation checklist, aurora course registration system, mobile appmobile app technology, financial support, on campus events, pre-orientation and university expectations.  It was a great opportunity for graduating high school students to prepare for their future post-secondary experience.  Thanks to the U of M for providing this university experience.   

Safe Grad Fundraising Events

Help support the Graduation 2014 Safe Party Event by taking part in the following fundraisers:

• Saturday, May 31: Hotdog BBQ/Car Wash at the Co-op 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
• Thursday, June 5: Stella & Dot Jewellery Party at Carman High School 7-9 pm
• Saturday, June 7: Garage Sale/Bake Sale 9 am - 3 pm in front of the Carman High School

All proceeds from these events go to the Safe Grad.

Premiere Begins Today!!!

Smelly guy and sheriff's daughters

The Carman Collegiate Senior Drama premiere production of "The Groom has Cold Feet" started this afternoon in front of a packed Carman Collegiate Community Theatre audience of grade 5 to 10 students.  The cast and crew will open their public performance tonight starting at 7:00 pm.  Their second and only showing goes on Sunday at 2:00 pm.  Come out and enjoy a great show.  Tickets are still available at the door.



The old west comes alive!  See it live Friday at 7 and Sunday at 2.