Welcome Mr. Don Lee

Until the Christmas break Mr. Clarke will be taking a leave from Jack MacKenzie School.  During his absence I will be covering for him in the office.  Consequently, I would like to welcome Mr. Don Lee to our school community during this time to cover my assignment.  Don is a recent immigrant to Saskatchewan from Alberta because his wife, a banking executive, was promoted to a new role in our fine city.  Don brings a wealth of experience to our school.  In addition to teaching elementary, junior and senior high school in both regular and special needs settings with Edmonton Public Schools, he has also been a Special Needs Coordinator, Department Head, Curriculum Coordinator, Counselor, Assistant Principal and Principal with that district.  Don may seem familiar to some of you as he has been working as a substitute teacher with Regina Public Schools since last November and has even taught at our school several times over the past year.  We look forward to sharing all that Jack MacKenzie has to offer with him over the next month.

Conferences on Friday, November 18th, 2016

STUDENT/FAMILY/TEACHER CONFERENCES

Nov 14, 2016                     

Dear Families,

On November 18^th, 2016 we will be conducting our first student/parent/teacher conferences. This is an important day for staff, students and families as it offers an opportunity to review your child’s assessment results and to plan for student growth for the remainder of the school year.

Conferences are an integral part of assessment and learning. For this reason we dedicate the entire day to this process. Students will only attend school at the time of their conference on Friday, November 18^th, 2016.

New for this year, there will be no formal report card in November.  At the conference teachers will share our Value Added Assessments like the RAD and Oral Running Records (ORR).  You will also have an opportunity to examine your child’s Personal and Social Growth Rubric.   You can track your child’s other assessments on Parent Portal.

We realize employers are aware that all Regina schools conduct conferences and they have been very supportive of these important appointments.  We appreciate your attendance at the suggested times, however, if it is impossible to attend at this time please contact me by email at kelley.reoch@rbe.sk.ca or phone the school at 791-8585 and I will make every effort to adjust the schedule.

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You are invited to meet with your child and Mrs. Reoch, on Friday, November 18^th, 2016 at 8:00-8:15 am.

Please sign and return as soon as possible.

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Mrs. Scott's and Mrs. Reoch's grade 7/8 classes are having fun on the ice at the Murray Balfour Arena!

Why Do We Wear a Poppy?

Thursday, November 3, 2016


Dear Jack MacKenzie Families:


As you are all aware, November 11 is Remembrance Day.

On November 11, 1918 at 11:00 am, the First World War came to an end.  It lasted over four years, killed or injured nearly 30 million military personnel and devastated some of the world’s biggest empires.  It changed the future of people, countries and continents.  Canada’s contribution was significant, unprecedented and costly.  The country came out proud and victorious, while mourning the loss or injury of 250,000 Canadians.  Throughout November, we REMEMBER.

We honour those men and women who fought in various conflicts, so we are able to live in a country that is safe and free.  The poppy is a symbol associated with Remembrance Day and shows that we are thinking about and honouring those who bravely fought for us.  It is important that everyone knows the meaning of wearing a poppy. 

As a sign of respect for our veterans, everyone at Jack MacKenzie School will be provided with a poppy to wear for Remembrance Day.  We are asking all students to bring a Toonie donation for this poppy prior to the Remembrance Day ceremony which will be held on Wednesday, November 9, 2016.  If every student brought just $2.00 for their poppy, our school would raise over $800.00 for our veterans.  Let’s all work together to show honour and appreciation for our veterans.

Sincerely,

Jack MacKenzie Staff.

October 24^th, 2016

Dear Parents/Guardians,

Together, Mrs. Reoch’s, Mrs. Scott’s, Mr. DuMont’s and Mr. Yeske’s Grade 7/ 8 classes will be going skating this year. The date and time are as follows:

              1. Thursday, November 3rd, 2016 -Mrs. Reoch & Mrs. Scott 12:45-3:30 PM.

   Monday, November 14th, 2016 -Mr. DuMont & Mr. Yeske 12:45-3:3 PM.

              2. Tuesday, January 24^th, 2017- Mrs. Reoch & Mr. DuMont 12:45-3:30 PM.

    Wednesday, February 1^st, 2017- Mr. Yeske & Mrs. Scott 12:45-3:30 PM.

We will be traveling to the Murray Balfour Arena skating rink by bus.  The bus will leave at 12:45 PM and return at 3:30 PM. The total cost for transportation is $6.25 per student for two skating sessions per classroom.  Please pay on-line. Thank you!

 

As the students will be on the ice for two hours, they should dress warmly including mittens or gloves. Any students wishing to play hockey or games on the ice must wear a helmet.

Students are allowed to bring money to purchase hot chocolate or a drink. 

Mrs. Reoch

Mrs. Scott

Mr. DuMont

Mr. Yeske

Happy Hippie Halloween, It Was a Thrill!

Halloween Activities

Dear Parents/Guardians,

The SLC (Student Leadership Council) is having some Spooktacular events for the Students of Jack MacKenzie for the week of October 24^th-31^st.

For the Week of Oct 24^th -28^th the SLC is having a United Way Summer Success Literacy Program Fundraiser. We are selling tickets for a chance to win 1 of 10 baskets and pumpkins that goes with the baskets. The Baskets are a $50 value each or more.  Tickets are 4 for $1.00.

Friday October 28^th is our Halloween Howl Dance in the P.M.!  It costs $2.00 to enter the dance and all proceeds will go to the United Way Summer Success Literacy Program Fundraiser! There will be a canteen with awesome treats to purchase. Chocolate Bars, Chips, Jammers, Nerd Ropes, Ring Pops, are all $1.00 Twizzlers are 4 for a $1.00 and Pop is $2.00 for Grade 6-8’s. 

Monday October 31^st the SLC will be having a Haunted House Tour in the P.M. The Cost is $2.00 per child. All the Proceeds will go to the United Way Summer Success Literacy Program Fundraiser. Thanks for supporting your SLC!

We had a BLAST at GYM BLAST!!