Vice Principal Announcement

Welcome to Mr. Jeffrey Latimer, our new vice principal starting in September 2016.  Mr. Latimer is finishing up as the vice principal/physical education teacher at Roblin Elementary School in Roblin, Manitoba.  He is completing his fourth year in that position.  Prior to that, Jeffrey was a physical education/academic teacher for 4 years at Goose Lake High School.

Farewell and Thank You

With the closing of the school year, we take this time to say thank you to staff members who will not be returning to us for the upcoming year.  Their dedication to our students over their time here is very much appreciated.

Mrs. Monica Halbesma has been an educational assistant with us for the last several years.  She has accepted a one year position at the division office, and will hopefully rejoin us for the 2017 - 2018 school year.

Ms. Kotelniski, Ms. MacPherson, Mr. Chalaturnyk

Ms. Suzy Kotelniski joined our staff in February teaching grade 7 and 8 French, taking over from Mrs. Rouire who had moved into the VP role.

Ms. Lisa MacPherson started the school year as our half time grade 7 homeroom teacher.  In January she became full time, taking part of Mr. Shindle's teaching duties when he was appointed Principal at Roland Elementary.  Ms. MacPherson coached the JV Girls Volleyball team and the Girls Fastpitch teams.

Mr. Rob Chalaturnyk has been teaching grade 7 with us for the last six years.  He has done a lot of work with our students doing science experiments that have created a sense of wonder and awe.  Mr. C has coached the boys soccer team over the years.

Mr. Garth Shindle started teaching at Carman Collegiate as a student teacher with Gord Johnson and Malcolm Jones.  After a short stint teaching in Altona, Mr. Shindle was hired as the grade 7 teacher (replacing Mr. Johnson) in 2003.  He taught in the grade 7 area for seven years before being hired as the vice principal.  Mr. Shindle was then moved to Roland School in January 2016 as the principal for a one year term, before he was to return back to Carman Collegiate.  Opportunity however knocked, and Mr. Shindle accepted the vice principal role at the Morden Middle School starting September 2016.  Mr. Shindle coached hockey and baseball (and many others) and was instrumental in reviving the Athletic Banquet.  He also was the staff advisor who started the Carman Collegiate Youth in Philanthropy.

All the best to our departing staff members in their future endeavors.

Carman Collegiate Graduation 2016

Congratulation to the Graduation Class of 2016!  The official ceremony took place on Tuesday, June 28 in the Carman Community Hall.  The ceremony started with the awarding of the student's diplomas and academic awards, and then moved into the presentation of the special awards.  Special Award recipients included:

Staff Award Nominees

Staff Award 2016
Nominees:  Katie TM, Madi S, Chelsey G, Will D, Allan D
Recipient - Bailey G

LCL Construction LTD
* Roxanne G
Lewis J and Pearl C Roth
* Bailey G
PRSD Award for Academic Excellence

Governor General Medal

* Will D
PRSD Award for Diligence and Commitment
* Matthew K
Marnie Parker Foreman Scholarship
* Madi S
Chown Centennial Award
* Chelsey G
Governor Generals Medal
* Katie TM

Grade 7 and 8 Awards

The grade 7 and 8 awards ceremony was held on Monday, June 27.  Students were recognized for academic achievement in subject areas, honour roll (80% and over, and honours with distinction at 90% and over), and special awards for citizenship, teacher's award to deserving students, and the student of the year award.  Congratulation to all of our grade 7 and 8 students on a great year.  Award winners in the special areas included:

Gr. 7 Special Awards

Grade 7
Teachers' Award
7C - Bryce R
7M - Nicole B
Citizenship Award
7C - Mercedes W
7M - Aljun C
Student of the Year Award
7C - Caden T
7M - Payton D

Gr. 8 Special Awards

Grade 8
Teachers' Award
8D - Zach S and John T
8T - Hunter G and Kaden H
Citizenship Award
8D - Hannah B and Jack N
8T - Reighen G and Tyler P
Student of the Year Award
8D - Kendra D and Javan N
8T - Gracie P and Camilla S

Kent Atkins Award for Academic Proficiency in Grade 8

• Elizabeth H

Mrs. Thompson and Mrs. Deamel
presenting the Kent Atkins

Awards this Week

The Carman Collegiate grade 7 and 8 Achievement Awards will take place on Monday, June 27 starting at 10:00 am in the Carman Collegiate Community Theatre.  Students will be recognized for their efforts throughout the school year.

Carman Collegiate Graduation 2016 takes place on Tuesday, June 28 at the Carman Community Hall. Entrance of the Graduates takes place at 1:00 pm with the doors opens opening at 12:00 pm.

Gym Reno's

Our gym renovations are moving along as schedule.  The new bleachers are installed, basketball winches are installed, and the paint is going as planned.

Outdoor Education

Our grade 7's spent Tuesday to Thursday at the Winkler Bible Camp doing outdoor education activities.  Our students enjoyed archery, wall climbing, horseback riding, the ropes course, outdoor survival skills, and various other activities.  Besides a little rain on Wednesday, the weather was great and our students had a great time.

Up, Up and Away

Grade 7 and 8 students were practicing their rocket design skills during their last afternoon of IA / HE for the year.

Mark Your Calendar

The Carman Collegiate Athletic Banquet takes place on Tuesday, June 21, with the official program starting at 5:00 pm.  Tickets must be purchased prior for those wishing to attend.  MVP and Coaches awards will be acknowledged for all grade 9 to 12 school teams, with the evening ending with the awarding of the Lyle Myers Coaches Award, the Scholastic Athlete Award, and then the JV and SV female and male athletes of the year (Brian Parker, Frank McKinnon, Kelly Hand and Eddie Belfour Athletes of the Year).

The Carman Collegiate grade 7 and 8 Achievement Awards will take place on Monday, June 27 starting at 10:00 am in the Carman Collegiate Community Theatre.  Students will be recognized for their efforts throughout the school year.

Class of 2016

Carman Collegiate Graduation 2016 takes place on Tuesday, June 28 at the Carman Community Hall. Entrance of the Graduates takes place at 1:00 pm with the doors opens opening at 12:00 pm.

Grade 8 "Walking Through Time" Civilizations World Fair

On Thursday, June 16th, visitors were treated to "A Walk Through Time" as the grade 8 students transformed the Middle Home Ec. room into pavilions of Ancient Civilizations. As guests followed the marked timelines, they experienced the development and diversity of the ancient world as the students displayed the culture, growth, development, contributions to society as well as the decline of their chosen civilization. The grade 8 students did a wonderful job of revealing and displaying their knowledge of the various civilizations and the preparation of food, costumes, beverages, and artifacts. The morning was enjoyed by all!

Gym Renovations have begun

The Carman Collegiate Gym is getting some much needed renovations.  On Wednesday crews moved in and began their work.  The biggest item is the removal of the main floor bleachers, to be replaced by new, up to code, bleachers.  The gym will also get a new paint job, lights, winches on the basketball hoops, and an updated Cougar on the wall.  All work is scheduled to be completed in time for the start of school in September.

Student Council Events

Student council hosted a grade 6-9 outdoor dance on Thrusday, June 16.  The dance was moved to the outdoors to take advantage of a beautiful evening, and due to our gym having renovations done to it.

On Monday, June 13, Student Council transported 130 students to Colert beach after feeding them hotdogs to complete our June So Soon Celebrations.  This event had originally been planned for Friday, June 3, but due to cold rainy weather was moved to the Monday.  The decision was a good one as we ended up with a great day at the beach.

EXPO 2016

On Thursday, June 9th parents, students, and other guests were "Seeing the World" through EXPO 2016--a variety of pavilions that the grade seven students had set up showcasing the culture, traditions, economics, and ecosystems from their country of study. Of course, there was also food and drink representative of those countries. By way of food, costumes, music, and factual information, the students learned and appreciated the diversity of cultures as well as taking pride in their own heritage. Thank you to all visitors who toured the pavilions and asked many questions of the students.

Egypt

Japan

Ukraine

Bio 40 class host Roland students

On Tuesday, Bio 40 students had the opportunity to show their understanding of conservation issues to Gr. 5/6 Roland students.  As part of their course work, students prepared and delivered interactive workshops to teach the younger students about soil, water, air and biodiversity.  The workshops included soil and water testing, atmospheric data collection and microscope work.  This proved to be a fun and meaningful learning experience for both groups of students!

Envirothon Provincials

Alecia I, Bailey G, Madi S, Chelsey G, and Kara M participated in the Envirothon Provincial Competition in Pinawa last
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, and Wildlife Management.  This was followed by an oral competition where students explored the issues surrounding invasive species.  Madi S won the award for excellence in aquatic ecology.  Although the team did not advance to the finals, they ended up placing 5th overall.  They also had the opportunity to tour the heritage site of the old Pinawa Dam!

Ag 30 Farm Tour

On Wednesday, June 1, Agriculture 30 students visited three livestock farms in the Stonewall area.  First, they visited Stonewood Elk farm where they learned about harvesting the velvet from antlers and the elk meat industry.  Next, they visited a bison farm where they had the chance to taste bison meat- thanks to Rockwood Bison!  Last, they toured Greenwood farm which is a beef feedlot operation, where they learned about custom feed rations.  It was a great day, regardless of the muddy conditions.  Thanks to Phil Unrau and Janine Souque from Hi Pro Feeds for organizing the field trip!

Entertainment Gala

Thursday saw us host our Arts Appreciation Evening Event.  Our students once again put on a fine showing of musical and artistic talents.  Prior to the band performances, people had the opportunity to enjoy a BBQ burger in support of the philanthropy group.  Thank you to all who attended.

Peyton D performing

Nils juggling fire

Friday morning was our annual June So Soon entertainment assembly.  We started with Hypnotist James Grant who hypnotized 14 of our students.  As part of their volunteering, they were guarenteed better and easier studying for the upcoming exams.   We then moved into the student performance portion of the morning and had some great acts.
The afternoon to Colert Beach has been postponed to Monday, June 13 due to the cold and rainy weather.

Beverly Ens Memorial Award

Mrs. Ens presenting on behalf of the Ens' family

The Beverly Ens Memorial Award is presented to the past presidents of the student council.  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 2015-2016 school presidents put in a huge number of hours planning, setting up, and participating in events.  Congratulation and thank you to Bailey G and Madi S.

School Spirit Award

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 many hours working on school projects or clubs such as the philanthropy and yearbook, assisting with helping set up for sporting events, timing and scorekeeping, coaching, helping with student council activities, working in the theatre on drama props, or as part of the lighting and sound crews, and just being helpful when needed and called upon.  These students have combined for hundreds of hours to make the events we run run smoothly, and to contribute for the good of our students and community. Nomination for the School Spirit Award are: 

William A, Allan D, Kaitlyn D, Riley E, Dawson E, Bailey G, Chelsy G, Blaine H,  Alicia I, 

Matthew K, Rylan M, Vanessa M, Tyson S, Madi S, Reggie S, Savannah W                    

Our School Spirit Award recipient for this year was voted on by our staff to be shared between two deserving nominees.  These two nominees, when we look at their combined efforts, are involved in athletics, theatre, student council, yearbook, and anywhere else that people are needed or they are asked to be. Congratulations to this year’s recipients of the School Spirit Awards – Rylan M and Blaine H.

Manitoba Gen Ag Grant Winners

Throughout the month of May, grade 10 students participated in the Agriculture in the Classroom Manitoba Gen Ag Program.  This exciting new program allowed students to explore careers  in the agriculture industry and create a business case for marketing these careers (aitc.mb.ca).  The program work was integrated into their Science, Geography, Agriculture and Life Works courses.  Two teams from Carman Collegiate were chosen as the finalists and presented their marketing pitch to a panel of judges this week. 

Congrats to the GAAL marketing team (Gabrielle M, Amber U, Linda P, Caressa V, Diana U, and Ashley D) for winning first place!  They were awarded $500 to implement their proposed marketing project which includes putting on a Agriculture career fair targeting teen girls.