Adam Scott C.V.I./I.S. has a focus on student achievement with clearly stated expectations and equitable assessment guidelines. This mandate will be met within a purposeful learning atmosphere that is free from the threat of physical or emotional harm, delivered within a climate which is supportive of curriculum and instruction, and addresses the learning needs of both staff and students.

CHARACTER EDUCATION ATTRIBUTE OF THE MONTH: COURAGE

VICE PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE

- MS. JOHNSTON

Adam Scott Intermediate School continues to rock along this month.

 The Skilled Trades Day was a great success with many winning designs in the tinfoil boat competition, amazing designs in the tree house session, extraordinarily large geodomes made of newsprint and straw towers which stretched the students design skills. Thanks to Mr. Colling and Mrs. Findlay for their leadership and to all the teachers who helped supervise.

Adam Scott Intermediate students joined in with the high school for a very effective and meaningful Remembrance Day assembly. Twelve of our students were involved in a play which illustrated for the audience the real horrors of war. This play was written and produced by a grade 12 drama class and was set in Afghanistan. Also, our students were introduced to some of our local war veterans who we honored at the assembly.

Tardiness has been an issue since the beginning of school for many students. It is imperative that all students are in their classroom, prepared and ready to work when the bell rings at 8:50 am. Students who continue to be late will have to make up time with Mrs. Johnston. Please talk to your son or daughter about the importance and respectfulness of being on time and prepared.

Horseplay continues to be a concern on the school yard during recess. At 12 and 13 years old, boys and girls are full of energy and fun, and having a recess is important. When horseplay starts however, it usually concludes with someone inadvertently getting hurt. Please review with your child the need to be safe during play time. (No play fighting, jumping on each others backs, tackling etc...) There are balls and frisbees for students to borrow at recess.

What does it mean to be a good Audience?

The whole school has now participated in 3 large presentations (Dying to be Thin, Remembrance Day Assembly, The Little Prince.) We have reviewed with our students what it means to be an effective respectful audience for a live performance. They are much more used to movies and tv where audience participation is not necessary.

We’ve discussed such things as:

•          actors depend on your attention and participation (laughing at the right time) to keep the play’s momentum.

•          audience noise can distract and take away from the drama and the actor’s ability to act.

•          your noise affects others ability to hear.

•          you can not leave to go to the bathroom any time you like. Two hundred people taking personal bathroom breaks will stop the actor’s ability to hold the mood and tell the story.

We have had mixed success as a truly quiet and respectfully engaged audience and I am asking that you take some time at home to discuss the recent plays we’ve gone to and how students could have improved their behaviour, even if the play is not as interesting to them as they had hoped!!

Again, a reminder that the weather is changing. Please, make sure your child has appropriate outdoor clothing as we generally go out no matter the weather.

Upcoming events include:

•          School Council Meeting Monday November 19 at 6:30 pm.

•          Grade 8 Dental Screening on Friday November 23 in the morning

•          Flu Shots will be available on Wed. Nov. 28. (Consent forms have been sent home)

•          Grade 8 girls who are having their HPV Vaccine will have the second shot on Dec. 3 in the morning.

•          Report Cards will be distributed on Dec. 6

•          Parent Teacher interview will be on Dec. 7 during the day (PA day) and some days after school the following week.

•          Intermediate Band Christmas Concert on Dec. 12

•          Trip to “We will Rock You “ in Toronto on Dec. 12

CONVERSATIONAL FRENCH COURSE FOR PARENTS

Sponsored by CPF Greater Peterborough Area

Are you struggling to keep up with your child’s French skills?

Are you looking for a relaxed and fun environment where you can learn or improve your French?

If you answered “yes” join us for a fun and informative five-week course in

CONVERSATIONAL FRENCH – LEVEL 1

Session Length: Five weeks for two hours each session

Starting Date: Wednesday, November 14

Finishing Date: Wednesday, December 12

Time: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Location: St. Peter’s High School, Peterborough

Cost: $60.00 for non-members

$30.00 for Canadian Parents for French Members

(Membership costs only $25.00/yr)

To register or for more information on the French Course and/or Canadian Parents for French membership, please call 748-1011 ext. 6023 or email CPF.GreaterPeterboroughArea@cogeco.ca

(Note: Registration at the first class is permitted)