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Tuesday, May 22, 2018

Brantford Kinsmen Rib fest is looking for lots of student volunteers this summer during their event held at Cockshutt Park.  There is lots of opportunity to gain volunteer hours between August 9th and August 13th.  Please see student services for the volunteer application. 

Brant District Women’s Institute Committee is again offering two Bursaries to eligible Brant students who are continuing their education at post-secondary.  A $1000.00 bursary will be awarded to the highest scoring applicant and a $500.00 Bursary will go to the next highest scoring applicant.  They must reside in Brant County or live with a member of a Brant District Women’s Institute branch.  Please see Student Services for more information. 

Attention all students who signed up to attend the French Club Dinner for tomorrow-Wednesday, May 23rd after school.  If you signed up please see Madame in room 210 in order to ensure that your name is on the list and in order to receive more information regarding the location and time of the dinner.  You must see Madame today as final preparations are being made. 

If you are pursuing a career in medicine or health care and live in Brant County or Brantford ask your guidance counselor or Ms. Koolen about The Endowment Fund of the Kiwanis Club of Grand River.  You may qualify for one of our bursaries.  The deadline to apply is May 31st. 

Discover your potential with the YMCA Summer Work Student Exchange Program.  You’ll travel to another part of Canada for a six week English/French cultural immersion program that gives you the opportunity to improve language skills, gain work experience in another province and make new friends.  Please see Madame in room 210 or student services if you require more information. 

An announcement from Mrs. Ronson to all students attending HAVE A GO with the Job Skills class tomorrow at Holy Trinity in Simcoe.  Please meet in Mrs. Ronson’s room, room 141 by 9:15 a.m. for attendance and to get ready to catch the bus.  Dress in SJC spirit wear/gym clothes and running shoes.  Bring a lunch and/or money for the BBQ.  Sunscreen, hats and water are a must.  And most importantly if you have NOT handed in your permission form, please drop it off to room 141 and leave it on her desk. 

Thank you to everyone who donated to the Job Skills SPCA drive.  Last Friday, we dropped off the donations and the cheque and they were so appreciative.  Watch for our picture on the SPCA face book page.  Thanks again.