Provincial Champions!!!

The Carman Collegiate Cougar JV Boys Volleyball team captured the MHSAA Provincial AA title on Saturday, November 26.  After finishing 4th in round robin action, the Cougars faced the number one ranked Steinbach Christian Flames in the quarter finals.  After dropping the first game, the boys came back to win in three (17-25, 25-14, 15-4).  The semi final saw them face their Zone IV rivals, the St. Paul's Barons from Elie.  After dropping their first game, the boys scrapped back to capture the match with a gutsy three set win (18-25, 25-22, 15-13).  The boys, with the win, advanced to the final against Rossburn Collegiate.  Once again, the boys dropped the first game, and were on the verge of elimination in game two, but battled back from being down 24-18 to win game two.  The boys continued to fight and finally won (22-25, 31-29, 15-11) Carman Collegiate's first JV Boys Volleyball championship.  Over the last 5 years, the JV Boys program has captured a silver in 2012, a bronze in 2014, and now gold in 2016.  Matt L and Kevin D were named tournament all stars, and Cam D was named the tournament MVP.  Congratulations to the team and to coach James Ballantyne on a great season.

MHSAA Provincial Volleyball

AA Boys Volleyball Championships

December 1st to 3rd

Carman Collegiate Gym

Catch the action, 

be part of the excitement.

Full schedule on our Cougar Sports page.

Bio Health Career Day

Students looking at blood samples under
the microscope at Carman Hospital Lab

Students at Empower Fitness learning
about a healthy lifestyle

Students at Carman Hospital learning
about X-rays

At Carman Pharmacy students learned
about lung health and vaccines.

On Tuesday, November  22, Biology 30 students participated in a Bio Health Careers day where they visited various health locations around the community.  Students had the opportunity to participate in concurrent workshops that focused on different human biology topics, including pharmacy, mental health, lab & x-ray analysis, physiotherapy, paramedicine, cancer care, and addictions.  Thank-you to all the local groups and businesses who helped put on a great event.

Student Council Fundraiser

Student Council will be selling Mom's Pantry Products from November 24 to December 7 as a fundraiser for our various events and activities throughout the year. Forms will be sent home with students, and will be available at the office or from Mrs. Metcalf.  Your support is greatly appreciated.

MPI Friends for Life Presentation

On Friday, November 18, our school welcomed Amanda Stuhl Oling to present to our grade 7 to 12 students.  Amanda’s presentation combined her own heart breaking personal story with her expertise from a 15 year career in law enforcement. She expertly described how the crash changed her and her family’s lives forever, impacted at least two communities, affected the impaired driver’s family and friends, caused financial hardships, and even broke up friendships. All this because a 19-year-old made the wrong choice – to drive after a night of drinking. Amanda did not reveal until near the end of her presentation that it was her father who was killed that night, which makes this presentation even more unique.
Students at the end of the presentation were allowed to sign a Friends for Life poster that is now hanging in our main hall.

Skills Manitoba Presentation

Our grade 9 students attended a Skills Manitoba presentation on Thursday, November 17.  The presentation introduced students to a variety of trade and technology occupations that exist and equipped them with information to make informed career choices related to skilled trade and technology occupations.

The presentation included Manitoba’s job outlook, options for post-secondary schooling in trades and technology, information about successful career planning, real life success stories, plus employability skills.

WE Day

Today, 30 of our students attended the WE Day event at the MTS Centre in Winnipeg.  This event empowers youth to make a positive change and contribution to our planet.  Check out this two and a half minute video for more information on the Me to We concept.

School Clothing on Sale

Check out our new line of school clothing.  All items come with the school logo to show your support and pride.  Prices are all inclusive.  For more information or to check out sizes, come to the office.

Zip Up Hoodie - $45

Pull Over Hoodie - $45

Long Sleeve T Shirt - $25

Also available:
Sweatpants - $40
Toques - $20

Sizes available are youth (S, M, L, XL) and adult (S, M, L, XL, XXL)

Student Services Information

The Prairie Rose Student Services team is responsible for the provision of appropriate supports to foster school and classroom communities where all students, including those with diverse needs and abilities, have a sense of personal belonging and achievement.  For information on supports for students and staff, go to http://www.prsdmb.ca/programs/student-services/. 

Remembrance Day Ceremony

Capt. Kim Egert

Don Lemon talking to our students

The Carman Collegiate Remembrance Day Ceremony was held on Thursday, November 10 at 10:15 am.  We welcomed members of the local legion, as well as guest speaker Captain Kim Egert from the Canadian Armed Forces.  Captain Egert was made available to present to us from the Canadian Armed Forces with the objective of fostering public engagement and underscoring the importance of honouring our Veterans, past and present.  Captain Egert spoke of the importance of remmebering Canada's men and women in uniform who have, or are currently serving Canada.

Rylan and Jackson reciting
In Flanders Fields

Girls in Ag Conference

Carman Collegiate hosted a "Girls in Ag" Confernce on Wednesday, November 9. Last year, Gabrielle M, Amber U, Ashley D, Linda P, Diana U & Caressa V won the Agriculture in the Classroom Gen Ag competition for their proposal to promote agriculture careers to girls.  They won grant money to put on an Agriculture Career fair for Gr. 9 -10 girls and started planning this event in September.  The event consisted of presentations by three local women who work in the agriculture industry.  They also held a scavenger hunt over the noon hour for all students to participate.

Spirit Week

 Student Council spirit week ended on Friday with a grade war.  The mummifying of our students was greatly entertaining.  Thank you to all the students and staff who dressed up to make this a great week.

Family Movie Night this Thursday

Family Movie Night is back!  The Youth in Philanthropy group is pleased to present "The Secret Life of Pets".  Show time is this Thursday, November 10 starting at 7:00 pm.  Be sure to get here early for your popcorn.  Cost is $5 per person or $15 per family.

Discovery Days

Alecia I. and Faouzia O. attended Discovery Days in Health Sciences at the U of M Bannatyne campus on November 4. Discovery Days comprises a dynamic keynote lecture, interactive workshops and assists in gaining a clear picture of the health care profession by interacting with researchers, clinicians and educators. An Excellent Health Sciences Day at the U of M.

Book Donation to JA Cuddy

Carman Collegiate Grade 7  students Coltyn P, Lexie N and Lily P delivered 614 books to JA Cuddy School students in Sanford on November 1.

The students organized a campaign to collect books for students displaced from the elementary school in Sanford because of a fire this summer that caused damage to their school. 

The Carman Collegiate students would like to thank the community for their support including Carman Elementary school students who donated books at their school and to Boyne Regional Library patrons who dropped off books at the town library.

JA Cuddy School Principal Scott Thomson, Librarian Lori Dufresne and some JA Cuddy students were on hand to receive the books.

"These JA Cuddy students represent all of our school in thanking you," Thomson told the Carman students.

Dufresne said with the books and similar donations, including through the Indigo Adopt a School program, the school now has enough books to add to each of their temporary classrooms and to expand the school library, including replacing damaged books, when the school re-opens. Half of the school is expected to re-open in the coming weeks.

Girls in Agriculture Conference

Last year, Gabrielle M, Amber U, Ashley D, Linda P, Deanna U & Caressa V won the Ag in the Classroom Gen Ag competition for their proposal to promote Agriculture careers to girls.  They won grant money to put on an Ag Career fair and have been planning this event since September.

 

On Wednesday, November 9, Gr. 9-10 girls will participate in the event until lunch.  During lunch, there will be an opportunity for all students to participate in an Ag career scavenger hunt for prizes.

Spirit Week - October 31 to November 4

Monday, October 31

Costume Day

Orange and Black Day

Tuesday, November 1

Twin Day

Tropical Tuesday

Wednesday, November 2

Western Wednesday

Sports Day

Thursday, November 3

Throwback Thursday

Formal Day

Friday, November 4

Grade Wars - Wear Your Colours

Grade 7 - Blue

Grade 8 - Red

Grade 9 - Grey

Grade 10 - WhiteGrade 11 - Black

Grade 12 - Bright and Tight

Carman Grad off to Kenya

Stephanie Doerksen

In 2011, I attended WE Day with Carman Collegiate. I will never forget that day because that day changed my life forever. The atmosphere and environment at WE Day is indescribable. It’s so inspiring. WE Day inspired me and gave me the opportunity to start making a difference in the world. I have participated in many of their local fundraising programs that support local and global communities. I loved being at WE Day so much, that I knew I had to come back. So I started volunteering there. This year will be my fourth year volunteering at WE Day, and I have enjoyed every minute of it. But this WE Day will be extra special, because I have been asked to speak on stage! The organization emailed me and told me that they have recognized my dedication and passion for their organization, and they would like to speak on stage. So on November 18^th, I will be speaking at WE Day Manitoba about my volunteering experience and I why I’m passionate about their organization.

I will also be talking about the ME to WE volunteer trip that I’m going on next year. I will be going to Kenya, Africa in May 2017, and I will be there for approximately 20 days helping with development projects that break the barriers to education. I have always wanted to go on a volunteer trip to Kenya, and now I can while supporting a charity that I am very passionate about!

I’m very excited for both of these events, and I appreciate any support! If you would like to support me, I do have a variety of fundraisers planned for the coming months. I currently am selling Rafiki Bracelets which are beaded bracelets, and they are hand-made by African Mamas. By purchasing one these bracelets, you support the African Mamas, and my trip. I am also offering my photography services where all the proceeds are going towards my trip costs as well. If you are interested in my photography services, please check out my website: www.stephaniejolenephotography.com or my Facebook page Stephanie Jolene Photography. Donations are also graciously accepted. If you are interested in supporting me, or have any questions for me, please feel free to contact me at sdoerksen03@hotmail.com. Thanks!

A select number of Carman Collegiate students will have the opportunity to attend WE Day this year and hear Stephanie as well as many others.

MPPC UNIVERSITY/COLLEGE FAIR

On Thursday, Grade 11 and 12 students from Carman Collegiate, Elm Creek and Dufferin Christian School had an exceptional opportunity to attend university and college presentations hosted at Carman Collegiate. Students were able to speak with representatives from the University of Manitoba, University of Winnipeg, Brandon University, Canadian Mennonite University, Providence University College, Red River College, Assiniboine Community College, Manitoba Institute of Trade and Technology (MITT), and Steinbach Bible College. These presentations were informative for students planning post-secondary education, and provided options and inspiration for students who are currently undecided. A great career event to promote future educational careers and success. 

CES and Missoula present:

Carman Collegiate Community Theatre

• Friday, October 21 - 7:30 PM
• Saturday, October 22 - 1:00 PM

Tickets go on sale starting 9:00 am on Tuesday, October 18
Tickets are $10 each
Contact Shannon Klassen at 204 750 3224

School Dance

Student Council is hosting their first school dance of the year on Thursday, October 20 from 7 pm to 10 pm.  Cost is $5 for student members and $7 for non student members.  Only Carman Collegiate students and approved guest can attend the dance.  Students wishing to bring a friend from another school must register them in the office prior to Thursday.  Only grade 7 to 12 students can attend.

Family Movie Night

Over 50 people attended the Youth in Philanthropy's showing of "Alice Through the Looking Glass" on Wednesday.  The YIP's next movie night will take place on Thursday, December 15 when they present "The Secret Life of Pets".

Picture Day

Today was Picture Day!

All students were asked to get their pictures taken for the yearbook today.  If you didn’t pre-pay for your package (on-line or by order form) you will receive a proof of the picture that your child had taken.  Once your receive the proof there will be a code that you can enter online and order.  All orders after today have to be done online only.

 

Central Manitoba Choral Association Concert

The CMCA is hosting a concert on Thursday, October 13 at 7:30 pm in the Carman Collegiate Community Theatre.  Entrance is $5 per person, and all are welcome to attend.  This will follow a day long choral workshop of students from around central Manitoba.

Revving Up!

A class set of brand new Kohler motors for the Carman Collegiate Power Mechanics program, including several donated by our friends at Greenland power equipment, were delivered this past week. These engines will provide students with an opportunity to work with modern engines and explore concepts and processes within the trade.

Family Movie Night

A great showing last night as we had 190 people attend the Youth in Philanthropy's Family Movie Night presentation of "Finding Dory"  The next show will be on Wednesday, October 12 when the Philanthropy groups brings in Johnny Depp in "Alice Through the Looking Glass".

Author Kevin Sylvester Visits Carman Collegiate

Mrs. Plaitin with author Kevin Sylvester
getting books signed for our library.

Author Kevin Sylvester visited Carman Collegiate on Wednesday, September 28 to speak to students about writing and illustrating.
He told students that in order to be a writer it's important to be curious about all subjects.He talked about the research he does for all of his books including  his series about Neil Flambé, a fourteen-year-old famous chef who also lives a secret life as a detective, code-named "The Nose."
Kevin Sylvester also read from his book, MiNRS which tells the story of space miners on the planet Perses.
Using triangles and circles as examples, the author and illustrator showed how drawing is based on math you would learn in geometry class. He advised students to never erase what they may think are mistakes in their drawings but rather work those "mistakes" into their art.

Terry Fox Run

Carman Collegiate students and staff took part in the 36th annual Terry Fox Run to support Cancer Research on Friday, September 23.  Over 300 strong, we took to the walking trail at 11 am under very sunny skies.  This is the 17th year that Carman Collegiate has taken part in the Terry Fox Run.

Students brought in funds totaling $1504.20.  If students still have pledges at home, we will still collect early next week.  Winnipeg Jets jerseys were awarded to our top fundraisers.  Congratulations and thank you to Kim N, Hannah B, Juliette S and Erika P.

Terry Fox Run - September 23, 2016

Our annual Terry Fox Run will be held next Friday, Sept.23^rd.   It was 36 years ago that Terry Fox started his Marathon of Hope. He had hoped to cross Canada and raise money for cancer research. Unfortunately Terry Fox could not finish the marathon, but as he said “Even if I don’t finish, we need others to continue. It’s got to keep going without me.” We as a caring school community need to keep Terry’s dream alive. Please collect as many pledges as you can before next Friday. Let’s surpass last year’s total of $1198. We can do it!  Your support is greatly appreciated.

Open House and Awards Evening

Carman Collegiate hosted their annual Open House and Grade 9 to 11 Awards Evening on Thursday.  The Awards ceremony recognized academic excellence for our grade 9 to 11 students from the 2015 - 2016 school year.  Awards were given out for individual courses, as well as the Honour Roll (80% average) and Honours with Distinction (90% average).  Congratulations to all our award recipients.

 Grade 9 Honour Roll







Grade 10 Honour Roll








Grade 11 Honour Roll

Carman Student to perform at Canada's Walk of Fame Emerging Event

Faouzia O was born in Morocco and raised in Carman MB. This very talented 16 year old has been chosen as one of Canada's Walk Of Fame Emerging Artist Music Mentorship Program winners. She will perform at the Canada's Walk Of Fame event live in Dundas Square in Toronto September 24th.

Family Movie Night is Back!

The Carman Collegiate Youth in Philanthropy group are back and hosting their first movie of the new school year.  Join us on Thursday, September 29.  Movie starts at 7:00 pm, but show up early to get your drink and popcorn.
Cost is $5 per person or $15 per family.  Come out and support a great cause while enjoying the movie.

Student Council Memberships for Sale

Student Council will be selling student memberships until Friday September 23. The membership fee is $10.  There are several benefits to purchasing a student membership: student members receive a student card, discounted admission to dances and a free pancake breakfast. They are also helping Student Council raise money to fund the various student activities throughout the year.

Gr. 7's helping out JA Cuddy

Recently J.A. Cuddy School in Sanford had a fire that damaged their school including smoke damage to the books in their library.  Three grade 7 students, Coltyn P, Lily P, and Lexie N, have decided to collect books so the students have something to read. They will be collecting books for a month. The books can be dropped off at the Carman Collegiate Library. Please make sure the books are gently used and appropriate for a K-8 school. Thank you for your support.

Allergy Reminder

Please note that we do have students and staff with allergies.  Some of these allergies are life threatening.  We ask that students and adults not bring the following items to school:

• Peanuts or peanut butter,
• Seafood (fish or shell fish of any type),
• Scented perfumes or deodorants (we have asked students to use stick deodorants, not spray when at school).

Your cooperation in adhering to the above is greatly appreciated.  

It's a Gym Riot!

Our student council started our year off with a gym riot on Friday afternoon.  A great way to get all of our students united in some great team building activities.  Over 200 students took part in a variety of races and challenges.

Join us Wednesday and Thursday evening.

Our first Home and School Meeting of the year is taking place on Wednesday, September 14 starting at 7:00 pm at the Carman Collegiate.  All parents are welcome to attend.  This is an opportunity to hear about what is happening in our school.  Information regarding Home and School are posted on the Carman Collegiate Wiki, including the upcoming agenda.  Visit us at  http://carmancollegiate.pbworks.com/w/page/30268901/Home%20and%20School.

Our annual Open House and Grade 9 to 11 Awards Night is taking place Thursday, September 15.

Our Open House starts the evening at 7:00 pm in the Theatre.  We will introduce our teaching staff, and present to you school information.  At 7:30 pm we will open up our doors so that you can have a look around and mingle with our teaching staff (and check out the gym).

Our Grade 9 to 11 Awards will then take place back in the Theatre starting at 8:00 pm, recognizing the academic achievement of our grade 9 to 11 students in the 2015-2016 school year.  All are welcome to attend this evening of celebration.

First Days of School Presentations

Presentations were made to all grades on our students return to school by Mr. Phillips.  Taking the time to explain our school goals and student expectations of behavior are always important to establish at the beginning of every school year.  As has been posted in our community report, our school goals for this upcoming year still focus on four main areas.  These areas include:

• Achievement - the motivation to work hard and attain excellence. 
• Altruism – the motivation to help and be of service to others. 
• Belonging – the opportunity to establish trusting connections. 
• Independence – the opportunity to build self-control and responsibility.  

Students who are able to thrive in these four areas have been shown to have greater resiliency in life.

Our code of conduct was also reviewed.  Our five positive expectations include:

• Be present and on time.
• Strive to do your personal best.
• Have respect for yourself.
• Have respect for others.
• Have respect for the environment.

Following these basic expectations will allow our students greater opportunity to have success at achieving our goals, and there for be more successful in their life paths.

Welcome Back!!!

The school is looking great as the maintenance staff complete their finishing touches.  All the hallway walls and ceilings have been given a fresh coat of paint, the canteen has been given an update, and the gym has been completed, with new paint, lights, basketball electrical winches, and new main floor bleachers.  We are ready to host the AA Provincial Boys Volleyball Championships at the end of November.
All teaching and support staff will be returning to work on Tuesday, September 6.
Classes will resume for all grade 7 to 9 students on Thursday, September 8.
Classes will resume for all grade 10 to 12 students on Friday, September 9,
For any students and / or parents wishing to review their timetable, they can call the office and book an appointment for either Tuesday, August 30 or Thursday, September 1.  Mrs. Pritchard will also be available for grade 10 to 12 students on Thursday, September 8.
Please enjoy the final stage of your summer, and we look forward to seeing our students soon.

Carman Collegiate Teaching Staff - 2016 - 2017

Middle Years 
* Jeff Latimer - Gr. 7 Math, Science and Social Studies and Vice Principal
* Jodi Rouire - Gr. 7 ELA, Math and 7 and 8 French
* Marilyn Thompson - Gr. 8 ELA, Math, Social Studies and Science
* Kim Deamel - Gr. 8 ELA and Math, Gr. 7 and 8 Art and Drama

Middle and Senior Years
* Verna Clemis - Gr. 7 ELA and Social Studies, and gr. 9 ELA and Life Works
* James Ballantyne - Gr. 7 to 10 PE
* Kelsey Nicholson - Gr. 7 - 12 music and Animation
* Trevor Lang - Gr. 7 to 12 Wood Working
* Evan Williams - Gr. 7 and 8 Electronics, Gr. 9 Power Mech, Gr. 10 and 11 Sheet Metal, and Gr. 12 Applied Tech
* Jen Courtney - Gr. 7 to 12 Foods and Nutrition
* Alice Phillips - Gr. 7 and 8 Textiles, Gr. 9 and 10 Family Studies, Gr. 11 and 12 Design

Senior Years
* Jacquie Metcalf -  Gr. 9 to 12 French, Gr. 9 Drama, Gr. 10 Digital Pictures and Life Works
* Warren Hoffman - Gr. 10 to 12 ELA, Gr. 10 Drama - lighting
* Wayne Nykyforak - Gr. 10 Into to App and PreC Math, Gr. 11 and 12 Applied and Precalc Math, Gr. 11 and 12 Physics
* Dave Spitznagel - Gr. 11 and 12 Chem, Gr. 11 and 12 Accounting, Gr. 10 to 12 Essential Math, Gr. 10 Web Design
* Rosie Massinon - Gr. 9 and 10 science, Gr. 11 and 12 Biology, Gr. 10 Agriculture
* Dee Ann McCullough - Gr. 9 to 12 Social Studies
* Larisa Ens - Gr. 9 Math, Gr. 11 and 12 PE
* Lauren Adams - Gr. 9 Art, Gr. 7 to 12 Resource
* Lynn Rempel - Main Street Campus teacher, Gr. 9 Math and Reading is Thinking, Internship 

* Donna Pritchard - Guidance Counselling
* Jack Phillips - Principal

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