ecolé g.h. primeau middle school registration information

Ecolé G.H. Primeau Middle School

811 Grandin Drive, Morinville, AB T8R 1L7 Ph. 780 939 3593

Registration Information 2013-2014 School Year

Welcome to Ecole G.H. Primeau Middle School. We look forward to learning, growing, and discovering with you and your family! Please find attached the registration information for your child.

We urge you to read all the information carefully. All the forms must be completed, signed, and returned to the school office. Please check carefully to ensure that you have completed the correct course selection for the English or French Immersion programs. Should you have any questions or concerns, please call us at 780-939-3593 or check for more information on our website at www.ghp.gsacrd.ab.ca .

Please return your registration information and fees to the school office by April 25th, 2013

All registration returned by the due date will be entered in a draw to have your school fees waived for this school year.

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Registration For 2013 – 2014 School Year

Welcome to École G.H. Primeau Middle School. Thank you for choosing us! To allow us to plan for next year we ask that you fill out the attached registration package and return it to the school by April 25, 2012. This registration will provide us with the vital information needed for program planning. We look forward to serving your family. Pre-Registration Procedures: Note: Students are not officially registered until the following forms are received back at the school. Use the checkboxes to ensure you have completed the required forms.

1. Student Registration Form

2. School Division Use of Personal Information Notice

3. Technology Appropriate Use Requirement & Acknowledgement

4. Medical Information Form

5. Power Up To Learn information GH Primeau Technology Use Agreement

6. School Locker Agreement Form

7. Course Descriptions and Course Request Forms (Grade 5, 6, 7, & 8)

8. School Fees Form – (with payment of fees. Please see the ‘how-to’ make on-line payment information at the bottom of the fees page.)

On-line payment made Cheque(s) attached Cash attached

9. GHP Apparel Order Form 10. School Supplies List attached.

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call (780) 939-3593. Victor Pedersen Sleight Anstruther Principal Vice Principal

Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools Serving Morinville, Legal, and St. Albert

STUDENT REGISTRATION FORM (K-12) PLEASE PRINT The information collected on this registration form is required in order to allow the board, through its administrator to make such decisions as are necessary in order for it to fulfill its obligation to provide a safe and secure environment, to protect the student�’s rights and to determine eligibility for particular programs and the funding available both under the School Act and it�’s regulations and through the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. The information will be made available to employees of the Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools, its authorized agents, and the Board of Trustees, within the scope of their roles and responsibilities, and to individuals working with the children or students in schools and to Alberta Education on a need to know basis. The information will be used for authorized programs and activities that are a part of normal school life. Information on this form is protected under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. We realize that there may be occasions where you have concerns relating to the safety of your child with respect to any of the uses of this information. In this case, please contact the school where your child attends. FOR OFFICE USE ONLY: A. Registration date:_______________________ B. School Code:_____________________ C. Verification Document:____________________ D. School Student I.D. number: ________________________ E. Alberta Education Student I.D. number:___________________________________ School: __________________________________________________ Religion of parent: Catholic Protestant Other Religion of child: Catholic Protestant Other If Catholic, enter name of parish _____________________ and indicate Sacraments student has celebrated by checking all that apply:

Baptism Reconciliation Eucharist Confirmation Legal Last name: __________________________________________ Legal Given Names:________________________________________ Preferred Name: ___________________________________________

Birth date: ________________________________________________

(mm/dd/yyyy)

Grade: __________________ Gender: ____________________ Student Also Known As: (if different from above) Last Name:_______________________________________________ Student Current Mailing Address: Box/Apt. number:_________________________________________ Street Address:___________________________________________ City/Town: ______________________________________________ Province: __________________ Postal Code: ____________________ Home phone number: _________________________________ Student Physical Address: (if different from above) Street Address/Box/Apt. number:_______________________________ City/Town: ______________________________________________ Province: __________________ Postal Code: ____________________ Rural Legal Land Description________________________________ Page 1 of 3

Contact Information: Contact Name: ______________________ Relationship: ____________ Home phone: _______________Wk: ___________Cell:_____________ Address: _________________________________________________

(if different from student) City: _________________________ Postal Code: ______________ Email Address: ____________________________________________ Resides with: _____ Yes _____ No Receives Correspondence: _____ Yes _____ No ==================================================== Contact Name: ______________________ Relationship: ____________ Home phone: _______________Wk:___________ Cell:_____________ Address: ________________________________________________

(if different from student)

City:___________________________ Postal Code: ______________ Email Address: ___________________________________________ Resides with: _____ Yes _____ No Receives Correspondence: _____ Yes _____ No ==================================================== Emergency Contact Name: ___________________________________ Relationship:_______________________ Home phone: _______________Wk:___________ Cell:_____________ Emergency Alternate Name: _______________ Relationship:_________ Home phone: _______________Wk:___________ Cell:_____________

*Please note babysitter or daycare if different from emergency number. Babysitter/Daycare Name:____________________________________ Home phone: _______________Wk:___________ Cell:_____________

School Year: 2013/14 Classroom: ______________

Medical /Emergency Information: Please identify any serious medical concerns: __________________________________________________________________ Is this student on any medication which school personnel should be made aware of? Yes No If yes, please complete the Medical Information form at this school. In the event of an Emergency the school will contact the appropriate medical personnel First Nations, Metis, Inuit: Alberta Education provides additional funding to school districts based on the number of self-identified Aboriginal students. This funding is used to develop programs and resources to enhance supports for education. The self-identification information will be used to support your child�’s success in learning. Self-Identification: When declaring your status, one of the boxes below must be checked, we invite you to self-identify by the following categories: Status Indian/First Nations Non-Status Indian/First Nations Métis Inuit Do not wish to self-identify Alberta Education is collecting this personal information pursuant to section 33(c) of the FOIP Act as the information relates directly to and is necessary to meet Ministry mandates and responsibilities to measure system effectiveness over time and develop policies, programs and services to improve Aboriginal learner success. Alberta school boards are also collecting this information pursuant same section in conjunction with section 2(1)(t) of the Student Record Regulation for the same purposes. Alexander First Nation Eligibility: Please identify if your child has Alexander First Nation status: Yes No Living on Alexander First Nation Reserve: Yes No Treaty #__________________________________ Francophone Education Eligibility: - Alberta Education requirement, please complete: The exercise of Francophone eligibility rights refers to instruction in a Francophone school, NOT a French Immersion school. According to the School Act and Section 23 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, a student is eligible for instruction in a Francophone school if at least one parent is a Canadian citizen and one of the following three conditions exists:

Either parent�’s first language learned and still understood is French, or Either parent has received their primary school instruction in Canada, in French, or One or more of the parent�’s children has received or is receiving primary or secondary instruction in French in Canada

According to the criteria above as set out in the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, are you eligible to have your child receive a French first language (Francophone) education? Yes No Do not know If yes, do you wish to exercise your right to have your child receive a French first language (Francophone) education? Yes No Citizenship or Immigrant Status: Is the student a Canadian citizen? Yes No - If no, please check one of the following: Permanent Resident/Landed Immigrant Child of a Canadian Citizen Child or step-child of an individual lawfully admitted to Canada for permanent or temporary residence. Student Authorization �– Study permit �– Visa Number: ____________________________________ Expiry Date: _______________ Options of Acceptable Documentation: Birth Certificate (Canadian),Valid Passport (Canadian), Alberta Government Identification Card Immigration Papers (including Refugee), Treaty Card (Number), Permanent Resident Card, Temporary Resident Papers, Legal Guardianship (Court Order), Valid Parent�’s Work or Study Permit, Parent�’s Citizenship. Student registration cannot be completed without a copy of a legal document from one of the above ten options that provides proof of legal name, age and citizenship or immigration status.

English as Second Language (ESL) Eligibility: Any child, either Canadian or Foreign born, whose first language was not English and needs extra support to achieve grade level expectations. Is your child: Canadian Born or Foreign Born? Birth Country: _____________________________________ Student's first language learned (specify): ______________________________ Student's primary language spoken in the home (specify): ____________________________ Page 2 of 3

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Other Children Name Date of Birth Year Month Day

School

1st Child

2nd Child

Previous School: (If applicable) Last School Attended

Last Grade

Mailing Address

Phone Number

Town/City

Postal Code

Program Selection:

Regular English Program French Immersion Program

Religion/Option Selection: Religion Program Option Class All students are welcome in the Religion Program regardless of faith.

Kindergarten Programs: Kindergarten program options vary by school. Please contact school for availability and clarification on programs. Has the child previously attended Kindergarten? Within Alberta Outside of Alberta Program Selection: Please check one of the following

Half Day: AM PM (475 hours) Full Day : Alternate Days (475 hours) Note: If a parenting order or any other legal document governing the access, custody, contact, protection or guardianship of your child exists, a copy must be provided for the student record. Name of Legal Document: __________________________________________________ Provided: Yes No

“NOTICE TO PARENT OR GUARDIAN OF RELIGIOUS PERMEATION” “The Alberta Human Rights Act requires a school board to give notice to a parent or guardian when courses of study, educational programs, instructional materials, instruction or exercises include subject matter that deals primarily and explicitly with religion.” All of the schools in the Morinville and Legal Wards are Catholic Separate Schools, for which the essential purpose is to fully permeate Catholic theology, philosophy, practices and beliefs, the principles of the Gospel, and teachings of the Catholic Church, in all aspects of school life, including in the curriculum of every subject taught, both in and outside of formal religion classes, celebrations and exercises. Every course of study and educational program, all instructional materials, instruction and exercises, will at all times include subject matter that deals primarily and explicitly with religion. I declare the information provided on this registration form is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief. I have read and am aware of the religious permeation in District Schools and agree to notify the school of any changes to the information on this form, as it is a legal document. Signature:____________________________________________________ Date:______________________________ Parent/Legal Guardian or Independent Student

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the collection of this information, please contact the principal of the school.

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School District Use of Personal Information Notice On September 1, 1998, the Greater St. Albert Roman Catholic Separate School District No.734 is required to act in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIP) which sets out standards as to the collection, use and disclosure of personal information. The following are examples of how personal information may be used for school related activities and are not intended as an all-inclusive list. These activities form a vital part of a healthy and functioning school and the participation of all students in these activities is viewed as an important part of every student’s education. 1. The use of a student’s photograph/image taken by a school photographer for school-related purposes including report cards, student

records, Rolodex cards, Image CD-Rom disks, student identification cards, school library cards, school yearbooks, recognition, composites, display at school sites, school newsletters, emergency, medical, legal, law enforcement and/or matters relating to safety and security.

2. The release of a student’s name, school, grade, academic information for the identification of assigned classroom or teacher in a school,

use for class photos, collection of resources, recognition of birthdays, achievement in academics, athletics, or community involvement, honour roll, graduation ceremonies, scholarships, or other awards within the school or school board.

3. The use of a student’s name, address, telephone number, school, program, grade, parent’s name and related contact information for the provision of transportation services.

4. The use of a student’s name telephone number, school, grade, parent’s name and related contact information for the purpose of taking

attendance, emergencies, fieldtrips, planning and/or other school sponsored activities. 5. The use of a student’s name, school, grade, photo, academic information and/or written material for the school newsletter, yearbook

and/or other school publications.

6. The use of a student’s name, school, grade and/or photo for athletic events, fine arts productions, presentations, fairs celebrations and/or other school sponsored activities.

7. The use of a student’s photograph, video tape, audio tape and/or interview by the school District personnel or activities held outside of the

school. 8. The use of a student’s name, address, telephone number, school, program, grade, parent’s name and related contact information for the

purpose of satisfaction surveys.

9. The use of a student’s name for individual class, club, team and/or group photos/videos/images taken at school sponsored activities for display in the school.

10. The use of a student’s photo/video/images taken by school District personnel of classroom or other school sponsored activities held within the school for educational purposes.

11. The use of a student’s name, photo/image, birth date, parent’s name, telephone number, address and any student health and/or relevant personal information to assist authorized individuals in responding to emergency situations relating to safety and security, for law enforcement purposes and other legal requirements, and to assist who have severe or life-treating medical or other conditions.

Note: When the use of a student’s name, photos and/or videos by the school board, media or to other outside organizations, where individual

students are identified or interviewed and the material will be used outside of the school District, a separate and specific consent is required. Events that are open to the general public, are considered public events, Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools cannot control or prevent the further distribution or use of photos, videos, images or other personal information by those who attend.

Written consent for your child to participate in these activities is not being requested. On occasions there maybe concerns with uses of this information, if this is the case, please contact the school principal where your child attends to discuss your concerns. This notice remains valid for the current school year if you have any questions regarding the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, please contact the Coordinator, 6 St. Vital Ave, St. Albert, 459-7711.

Participant Consent Form Student Name: _______________________ Parent Initials: ______________

Opportunities sometimes arise for Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools to spotlight and promote schools in the district in displays/publications (newspapers, brochures, videos, television, school/district calendars, billboards, slide shows, workshops, presentations, or other publication venues) With your permission, your child may be photographed, videotaped, audio taped, or interviewed during the school year at various school sponsored events.

The school district and or individual schools are sometime contacted by the media to do feature stories about a specific school, program, student activity, award, or educational topic. The media may wish to collect, use and reproduce your child’s personal information in the form of an interview, photograph, digital image, video tape, audio tape or a likeness. By signing these consents below, I am stating that I understand the purpose, for which my/my child’s information will be used.

A. Consent for: Collection, Use and Disclosure of Personal Information by Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools I hereby give Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools permission to photograph, video tape, audio tape and/or interview my child and post this personal information to district websites and classroom websites. Please be advised that in the context of ordinary internet use, your child’s posted personal information and work can be copied, altered, or moved to another site by anyone who visits these websites. _____________________________ _______________________________ Signature of Parent/Legal Guardian Signature of Student If 18 years or older, or independent student B. Consent for: Collection, Use and Disclosure of Creative Works by Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools I hereby give Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools permission to use, publish, display and copyright any artwork, written material or creative work created or authorized by my child through school activities. I understand that this material or creative work may be used by Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools in district or school displays, publications, websites, other electronic media and advertising or promotional materials. I understand that my child may be identified as the author by first and last name and by grade. ______________________________ _______________________________ Signature of Parent/Legal Guardian Signature of Student If 18 years or older, or independent student C. Consent for: Collection, Use and Disclosure to the Media and Outside Organizations I hereby give Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools permission to permit media and outside organizations to display creative work(s), to film, photograph, videotape, video conferencing, or make an audio or digital recording and/or interview my child for non-public events for use outside the school community, while he/she is under the supervision of Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools. I understand that this means that a creative work(s), photograph(s), videotape(s), video conference (s audio or digital recording(s) and/or interview(s), or likeness of my child may be collected, used, reproduced and broadcast by media or outside organizations. ____________________________ _______________________________ Signature of Parent/Legal Guardian Signature of Student If 18 years or older, or independent student D. Consent for: Disclosure of Personal Information to the School Council I hereby give Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools permission to make available parent/guardian name, address, telephone and email address to the School Council for contact purposes. School Councils represent the parents and engages in activities of the school. ____________________________ _______________________________ Signature of Parent/Legal Guardian Signature of Student

If 18 years or older, or independent student

E. Consent for: Disclosure of Personal Information to the Local Parishes I hereby give Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools permission to make available the student name and faith information to the local parishes for the purpose of supporting the student’s spiritual development. ____________________________ _______________________________ Signature of Parent/Legal Guardian Signature of Student

If 18 years or older, or independent student Return form to school

Technology Appropriate Use Requirement

Use of Technology with the Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools Community Technology provides students with unique and powerful ways to enhance their learning. Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools supports the use of technology for the purpose of enhancing and supporting teaching and learning. As a Catholic community it is our goal to ensure that the use of technology contributes positively to the learning environment. Use of technology inside or outside of our schools that degrades or defames members of our community is unacceptable. This includes both the use of District technology and personal devices. A personal device refers to (but is not limited to) cellular phones, blackberry type devices, PDAs, MP3 players, iPod type devices, cameras, calculators, GPS units and portable computers such as laptops, notebooks, and netbooks as well as portable storage devices. GSACRD recognizes that students have widespread access to both technology and the internet. Use of personal devices and connectivity is considered to be included in this Acceptable Use Policy. Student interactions and use of technology must contribute positively both at school and in the community.

Rights and Responsibilities Technology resources are provided to support student learning. Access is a privilege, not a right. Use of technology whether owned by the school or devices supplied by the user entails responsibility. It is expected that users will comply with District standards, act in a responsible manner, and will honour the regulations set by the school and classroom teacher. Students are also prohibited from submitting, posting, publishing, sending or displaying obscene, profane, threatening, illegal and other inappropriate material on the internet or other electronic devices as well as invading the privacy of other individuals. Digital storage areas may be treated like school lockers. Network administrators may review files and communications to maintain system integrity and to insure responsible use. Users should not expect that files and communications stored on District servers are private. Technology resources, including bandwidth, file space, and printers are for educational purposes. Within reason, freedom of speech and access to information will be honoured. During school, teachers of younger students will guide students toward appropriate materials. Use of public Web tools

Technology provides an abundance of opportunities for students to use interactive tools and sites on public websites that benefit learning, communication and social interaction. The District does not control these public sites and does not manage the information posted by students and therefore does not accept responsibility for their use. Students in consultation with their parents should use discretion when selecting and/or using these interactive tools.

Students may be held accountable for the use of and information posted on these sites if it detrimentally affects the welfare of individual students or the governance, climate, or effectiveness of the school(s).

From time to time teachers may recommend the use of a public interactive site that to the best of their knowledge is legitimate and safe. As the site is “public” and the teacher (school and District) is not in control of it, students and parents must use their discretion when using or accessing information from the site.

Student and parent use of public sites and public interactive tools is at their own risk. Security and Supervision

For students using the District network access content filtering controls are provided as well as reasonable adult supervision. In spite of these controls and supervision at times students may view inappropriate, objectionable and/or offensive material. Students are to report the occurrence to their teacher or the nearest supervisor. Students will be held accountable for any deliberate attempt to circumvent District technology security and supervision. A security problem on the network should be reported.

Students using mobile and cellular devices on non-District networks are subject to the rights and responsibilities outlined in this document and are accountable for their use.

Students who choose to bring and use personal digital and electronic devices do so at their own risk. The school and District do not accept responsibility for their safekeeping or any damage that may result.

Student’s use of technology must not disrupt others.

Appropriate Use Acknowledgement MINOR STUDENT - 17 YEARS OR YOUNGER Student Name (please print): ____________________________________________________________ School: _________________________ Grade: __________ Teacher: _____________________________ As the parent or legal guardian of the minor student named above, I have read and reviewed with my child the Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools Appropriate Use Requirement. I understand that the use of this electronic information resource is for educational purposes. I recognize the District has initiated reasonable safeguards to filter and monitor inappropriate materials. I understand that it is impossible to restrict access to all controversial materials or sites or for the school to control the information my child may post on a public site. I further recognize that if my child does not demonstrate responsible and appropriate use of technology, he/she may be disciplined. I will not hold the Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools responsible for materials my child may acquire or information my child may disseminate using technology. Signature: __________________________________________ Date: ___________________ Parent/Legal Guardian INDEPENDENT STUDENT - 18 YEARS OR OLDER I have read and understand the Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools Appropriate Use Requirement. I understand that the use of this electronic information resource is for educational purposes. I recognize the District has initiated reasonable safeguards to filter and monitor inappropriate materials. I understand that it is impossible to restrict access to all controversial materials or sites or for the school to control the information my I may post on a public site. I further recognize that if I do not demonstrate responsible and appropriate use of technology, I may be disciplined. I will not hold the Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools responsible for materials I may acquire or information I may disseminate using technology. Student Name (please print): ____________________________________ Grade: _____________ Signature: _________________________________________________ Date: ___________________ Independent student

MEDICAL INFORMATION (OFFICE USE ONLY)

Section 2(1)(p) of the Student Record Regulation any health information the parent of a student or the student wishes to be placed on the student record.

Student’s Name: ___________________________________

Age: ___________Grade: ___________Gender: _________ Home Room Teacher: ______________________________ Parents’ Names: ___________________________________ PHOTO

Home Telephone: __________________________________ Work Telephone: ___________________________________ Cell Telephone: ____________________________________ Emergency Telephone: ______________________________ Doctors Name & Telephone: __________________________ Alberta Health Care #: ______________________________________ (This information is optional and will only be used for obtaining emergency medical care.) Are you currently a participant in the "No Child Without" program? (MedicAlert)

No Yes If yes please explain medical conditions: ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________

Other Medical Conditions: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Procedure in Case of Emergency: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ I voluntarily consent to St. Albert Catholic Schools using my/my child’s photograph, name and medical information in the school staff room as well the school would create a small card for our supervisors to carry when they are on supervision. By signing this consent form below, I am stating that I understand the purpose for using my/my child’s information is for all staff to be aware of his/her medicals concerns. ________________________________ ___________________ Parent/Legal Guardian Signature Date

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"#$%!!!"&'()*+,-!-.+/)0.-!"12)&!#3!41!%)*&0!.5&1+65!789: Primeau students take a step up! École G.H Primeau Middle School is proud to join the ranks of schools actively prioritizing technology use to engage our students in their learning! Our students are encouraged to Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) to use it in class for learning. We want you to know that these devices will become a tool for active learning. We will have a small supply of extra iPods available for students to use when a learning activity is being done in the classroom. These devices will be used as a learning tool; students will not have ‘free reign’ with them. Students will be able to access, by way of their device, handouts, assignments, educational links and educational video clips from the teacher’s website as well as use educational applications to apply, demonstrate, and extend learning. About Bring Your Own Device

Responsible use of technology facilitates the creative problem solving, information fluency, critical thinking skills, and collaboration needed in today’s world. The Bring Your Own Device initiative aims to have our students learning with access to their own electronic device (iPod, iPhone, iPad, laptop, etc.) both in the classroom and at home. Our goal is to provide our students programming in an environment with 1 electronic device for every student. Why?

• Increases student engagement, innovation, collaboration and maximizes their opportunities for learning and academic achievement.

• Enhances effective communication and collaboration between teachers, students, and parents.

• Creates a learning community that extends beyond the classroom removing the barriers of time and space.

• Improves digital literacy skills that will equip students for the future. • Complements the use of Smartboards, digital resources and other technologies.

BYOD allows students immediate and timely access to the power of the educational resources of the internet. The internet access for these devices will continue to be filtered through our School Division’s filtering software. We will also focus on cyber-morality and the responsible and safe use of technology. We will be supplying a list of the best educational applications for our students to download. We also remind you to ensure each student has a set of ear-buds (headphones) to use in class.

Our primary goal is to improve student learning. The educational possibilities are expansive. Sincerely, V Pedersen Sleight Anstruther Principal Vice Principal

École G.H. Primeau Middle School Technology Use Agreement • Cell phone use is permitted before school, at lunch and after school. • Texting or making phone calls during classes will result in the device being confiscated.

The phone will be sent to the office and will be given back by an administrator after a specified amount of time.

• Digital devices (smart phones, iPhones, MP3 players, iPods, cell phones) when used with headphones may be permitted in classes as clarified by the classroom teacher. But all devices are to be turned off during class time unless directed by the teacher.

• Personal cameras and video cameras may only be brought to school for educational purposes when requested by the teacher. Cameras brought otherwise will be confiscated. Students with digital devices with cameras must not use the camera function or the privilege of using the digital device will be removed. As is current practice, cameras will only be allowed if done as part of an educational activity by the teacher. Taking inappropriate photos or videos in school will result in a suspension. Student safety is of paramount concern.

• Personal laptops, notebooks, and/or iPads can be used throughout the school day. All content on student owned laptops must meet the standard as outlined in the School Division Appropriate Use Requirement document (see GHP website: Information-Registration). Students are responsible for all content on their laptops and digital devices.

• The school is not liable for student owned devices that are lost, stolen, damaged or broken. Students are expected to keep all devices on their person or locked in their locker. No devices permitted in the gym change rooms, which do not have secured lockers.

• All aspects of the Divisional and GHP Technology Use Agreements must be met or the privilege of using the devices will be removed.

Student Name (please print): ______________________________________ Signature: _________________________ ___________________________ Parent/Legal Guardian Student Signature Date: ___________________________ KEEP A COPY OF THIS INFORMATION AT HOME FOR YOUR RECORDS: Digital Device Type: ______________ Serial Number: ________________

School Locker Agreement

License to use: This document, when signed, constitutes a license granted by École G. H. Primeau Middle School and ______________________________(name of student), to use a locker issued by the school for the 2013 – 2014 school year. The granting of this license does not confer any property rights or confer any interest in the locker to the student. The license may be terminated for any reason that the principal considers reasonable. The locker is the property of the school and is subject to search at any time by school personnel or persons representing authorities, including police, without notification to the students. Locks may be removed to conduct such searches. The board of Trustees has entered into a protocol, which permits police searches of lockers, hallways, and unoccupied areas of the school. It states:

Possession of, or trafficking in illegal drugs in any form is an act utterly incompatible with the School Act, which states that students are to comply with the rules of the school and respect the rights of others. If random patrols of the school conducted by the school administrators and the RCMP, including canine members, result in detection of illegal substances; recommendation of expulsion from the school will be the norm. In all cases, parents or legal guardians will be notified.

By signing this license to use the locker, the student agrees to be bound by all of the rules of the school and the Board respecting the use of lockers and respecting use of lockers and respecting contraband or prohibited items. Student Name: _________________________________________________ Student Signature: ______________________________________________ Date: ________________________________________________________ We realize that there may be occasions where you have concerns relating to the safety of your child, with respect to any of these uses of information. If this is the case, please contact the school principal where your child attends to discuss your concerns. If you have any questions concerning the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act please contact the Coordinator at 780-459-7711, Ext. 117.

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REGISTRATION – OPTION COURSE DESCRIPTIONS Religion 5, 6, 7, 8 Discover and explore the wonders of faith. This course is uniquely designed for you to learn and grow in the Catholic faith. It is required for all Catholic students but all are welcome to join in the class. In order to fully experience the diversity of faith learning, students will have the opportunity to participate in classroom, community, church and camp experiences over the course of the school year. Retreats, service projects, liturgical learning, group and individual activities will all be part of the exciting program. Citizenship 5, 6, 7, 8 Explore and celebrate citizenship. This course is designed to motivate and educate you in what it means to become thoughtful, active citizens. Topics will include teamwork and responsibility, career exploration and planning, volunteerism, community involvement, decision making, and so much more. Students who are not enrolled in Religion will be assigned this course. NOTE: All option courses are subject to a sufficient enrollment as well as a maximum enrollment. As a result, we cannot guarantee that all preferences can be met. We will strive to match your interests and requests with our scheduling, but it is important that you identify your preferences in rank order, from first to last. French Second Language 5, 6, 7, 8 Parlez-vous Francais? Here is your opportunity to develop knowledge, skills and understanding necessary to communicate effectively in French in a variety of real-life situations. You will gain an appreciation for the language through songs, games, and plays. This is primarily an oral class designed to teach French in a low-stress, fun environment. Art 5, 6, 7, 8 – Let’s Create! Draw, paint, sculpt, create - what are your artistic abilities? Explore your talents as you learn about the various media and design elements. Learn about Canadian and international artists and their work. The emphasis in this class is not on artistic ability, but on the enjoyment of art and the understanding of art concepts. Band 5 & 6 Let’s make music together! All Grade 5 and 6 students in Alberta need a music course, and at Primeau, we are pleased to offer introductory instrumental band. The program is designed to provide our students with the opportunity to learn an instrument. Students may choose from flute, clarinet, alto saxophone, trumpet, and trombone. Students who have their own or choose to personally rent will have their choice of instrument. All other students will be assigned a school instrument. (Cleaning and maintenance fee for school instruments is $30.00/term).

Band 7 & 8Welcome to the world of music! Music provides you with an excellent opportunity to work together in a cooperative setting. The study of music encourages critical thinking skills and problem solving as well as building self-confidence and poise through public performances. Learning an instrument today provides you with opportunities for the future as well as a lot of fun and interaction with others! This full year instrumental band program is ‘hands-on’ - where students learn to develop their own skills while working cooperatively as part of the whole band. As well as classroom instruction, students will participate in concert performances, music festivals, and a three day band camp. Students are responsible for the rental of their instrument (aprox. $15/month from rental company).The school does have a few instruments available for those unable to rent. (Cleaning and maintenance fee for school instruments is $30.00/term). Students enrolling in Band 8 must have taken band in Grade 7. Since the band involves the coordination of a variety of instruments and requires a commitment to personal practice as well as group practice, there may be auditions and a selection process involved in achieving a place in our award-winning band program.

Drama 5, 6, 7, and 8Drama is a fun-filled, skill-based performing arts program designed to stimulate the imagination and to encourage personal growth on all levels. Through the instruction of movement, speech, improvisation and theatre studies, students will learn how to be perceptive viewers, more poised speakers and discerning listeners. Students acquire skills in both the off-stage and on-stage process of performance, and in doing so discover in themselves: responsibility, leadership, patience and self-confidence. No prerequisite is required to register other than a keen interest in drama and a willingness to participate in and try new things. Students are expected to be able to work as individuals and with other group members.

Fabrication Studies 5, 6, 7 & 8 (CTS) Do you like to make things? This course provides practical hands-on learning experiences in applied technology and career exploration - including opportunities to try the screen-printing process, woodworking or digital photography. Fabrication Studies students learn how to use differing tools effectively and efficiently to solve problems and produce usable products in a safe working environment.

Home Economics 5, 6, 7 & 8 (CTS)Cook for yourself, your family, your friends and learn to sew your own clothing. In this class, you will learn the basics of simple food preparation, nutrition as well as sewing. These practical life skills are learned in a hands-on learning environment where you will learn to manage your time and resources. From cooking lunches, suppers, and desserts to sewing stuffed animals to boxers, you will learn to cook and sew.

Media Communication 5, 6, 7 & 8 Can you get your point across? This course will offer an introduction to a wide variety of communications applications such as: iWeb, Garage Band, Comic Life, Photoshop, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, iMovie and Flash. You will be guided through these applications by working on projects which inspire creativity and innovation. Students will also experience how to operate the digital camera, video camera and scanner.

Learn to Lead/Leadership 7 & 8Do you have what it takes to lead? Develop your leadership by learning about what leadership is, what it can be, and applying it to projects/events. Leadership 7 will focus on your personal strengths and positive qualities that lend themselves to leadership roles. Cooperative activities will help you understand how to plan an activity, work well with others and present ideas in a clear appealing manner. Leadership 8 students will be involved in the organizing and running of an effective intramural program at Ecole G. H. Primeau Middle School. Our mandate is to organize effective, fun noon hour activities and enhance school spirit. You will see how your efforts can have a positive impact on our school and our community.

Outdoor Education 6, 7 & 8Are you adventurous and love to explore the outdoors? Our Canadian backyard offers many opportunities for exciting expeditions and, to help you prepare for these, we offer our Outdoor Ed. class. You will discover the outdoors through skills of conservation, preparation and no trace camping, survival quests, wildlife identification, and a wide range of indoor and outdoor leadership pursuits. Bring your outdoor gear and be ready to have fun!

Personal Images/Cosmotology 7This class is being offered after many girls have asked for a course which will cover a wide variety of topics that are relevant to middle school girls. Some topics the course will cover are: basic skin care, hair care, how to deal with female relational aggression (female bullying), how to be a good friend, body image, plus many more interesting topics!

Robotics 7Build your own Lego robot and program it to carry out a task! You will learn aspects of problem solving while also mastering a number of mathematical and scientific concepts. Combine software with hardware to get a job done! You will design a Lego robot based on the nature of the task you want to complete and use programming software it to carry it out! We will also debate ethical issues such as "What impact will robotic technology have in the working world?" and "Is it ethical to replace humans with robots?"

Soar to Success 5, 6, 7 & 8Be the best you can be! Are you extremely busy with outside activities like hockey or dance and need time to complete assignments and prepare for tests and quizzes? Or do you struggle in one or more core area subjects. You will receive support in your study and review skills as well as get assistance with concepts you do not understand. You will learn strategies to enhance your learning, organization, and scholastic skills – all which will help you soar to success! Priority for enrollment in this class will be given to those students who have been recommended by a teacher, administrator or parent.

Tourism 8Tourism 8 is a new course being offered to Grade 8 students that explores the tourism industry at local and provincial levels. Students will investigate the tourism industry as well as employment opportunities and travel procedures. Discover local attractions as well as how to support international tourism opportunities.

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STUDENT NAME: _______________________________!

Please check box for core program choice:! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !! English Program! ! !! ! French Immersion Program! Language Arts 5! ! ! ! ! French Language Arts 5! Mathematics 5! ! ! ! ! Mathematics French Immersion 5 ! Science 5! ! ! ! ! ! Science French Immersion 5! Social Studies 5! ! ! ! ! Social Studies French Immersion 5! Physical Education/Health 5! ! ! Physical Education/Health 5! Math/Language Arts Booster! ! ! English Language Arts 5 ! ! ! ! !

Please choose one of the following:

! Religion 5! ! ! ! Citizenship 5

Complementary/Option Course Choices:All Grade 5 students will take French as a Second Language (except Fr. Immersion students who will have a French Immersion block), Art, Band and Religion/Citizenship as required options. Please choose your other options and indicate your order of preference. In other words, if Drama was your first choice and Media your second, you should put a number 1 in the box next to Drama and a 2 in the box next to Media.

! French as a Second Language 5! ! ! Art 5

! Band 5! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! Religion/Citizenship 5

!Drama 5! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! Media Communications 5!

!Fabrication Studies 5! ! ! ! ! Soar to Success 5

!Home Economics 5! ! ! ! ! !

!We will attempt to honour your requests. However, as there is NO guarantee you will get the options you choose, please RANK ORDER ALL of the above options from your most favorite (1) to your least favorite (5). All options require a minimum enrollment.

Parent/Guardian Signature: __________________________________________________

GRADE FIVE COURSE REQUEST

École G.H. Primeau Middle School • 811 Grandin Drive, Morinville, AB T8R 1L7 • 780 939 3593

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STUDENT NAME: _______________________________!

Please check box for core program choice:! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !! English Program! ! !! ! French Immersion Program! Language Arts 6! ! ! ! ! French Language Arts 6! Mathematics 6! ! ! ! ! Mathematics French Immersion 6 ! Science 6! ! ! ! ! ! Science French Immersion 6! Social Studies 6! ! ! ! ! Social Studies French Immersion 6! Physical Education/Health 6! ! ! Physical Education/Health 6! Math/Language Arts Booster! ! ! English Language Arts 6 ! ! ! ! !



Complementary/Option Course Choices:All Grade 6 students will take French as a Second Language, Art, Band and Religion/Citizenship as required options. Please choose your other options and indicate your order of preference. In other words, if Drama was your first choice and Media your second, you should put a number 1 in the box next to Drama and a 2 in the box next to Media.

! French as a Second Language 6! ! ! Art 6

! Band 6! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! Religion/Citizenship 6

!Drama 6! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! Media Communications 6!

!Fabrication Studies 6! ! ! ! ! Outdoor Education 6

!Home Economics 6! ! ! ! ! ! Soar to Success 6



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STUDENT NAME: _______________________________!

Please check box for core program choice:! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !! English Program! ! !! ! French Immersion Program! Language Arts 7! ! ! ! ! French Language Arts 7! Mathematics 7! ! ! ! ! Mathematics French Immersion 7 ! Science 7! ! ! ! ! ! Science French Immersion 7! Social Studies 7! ! ! ! ! Social Studies French Immersion 7! Physical Education/Health 7! ! ! Physical Education/Health 7! Math/Language Arts Booster! ! ! English Language Arts 7! !



Complementary/Option Course Choices:Every student can access up to six options per school year, five of which you can choose. Religion or Citizenship is required for all students. Band is full year and will fill three option blocks. French as a 2nd Language is a two term course which will fill two option blocks. Please choose your options and indicate your order of preference. In other words, if Drama was your first choice and Band your second, you should put a number 1 in the box next to Drama and a 2 in the box next to Band.

Art 7 (1 term)! ! ! ! ! ! ! Home Economics 7 (1 term

Band 7 (3 terms - full-year course)! ! ! Learn to Lead 7 (1 term)

!Drama 7 (1 term)! ! ! ! ! ! Media Communications 7 (1 term)

!Fabrication Studies 7 (1 term)! ! ! ! Outdoor Education 7 (1 term)

!French as a 2nd Language 7 (2 terms)! ! Robotics 7 (1 term)!

Personal Images/Cosmotology 7 (1 term)! ! Soar to Success 7 (1 term)



GRADE SEVEN COURSE REQUEST


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STUDENT NAME: _______________________________!

Please check box for core program choice:! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !! English Program! ! !! ! French Immersion Program! Language Arts 8! ! ! ! ! French Language Arts 8! Mathematics 8! ! ! ! ! Mathematics French Immersion 8 ! Science 8! ! ! ! ! ! Science French Immersion 8! Social Studies 8! ! ! ! ! Social Studies French Immersion 8! Physical Education/Health 8! ! ! Physical Education/Health 8! Math/Language Arts Booster! ! ! English Language Arts 8 ! ! ! ! ! Please choose one of the following:


Complementary/Option Course Choices:Every student can access up to six options per school year, five of which you can choose. Religion or Citizenship is required for all students. Band is full year and will fill three option blocks. French as a 2nd Language is a two term course which will fill two option blocks. Please choose your options and indicate your order of preference. In other words, if Drama was your first choice and Band your second, you should put a number 1 in the box next to Drama and a 2 in the box next to Band.

Art 8 (1 term)! ! ! ! ! ! ! Home Economics 8 (1 term)

Band 8 (3 term - full-year course)! ! ! Leadership 8 (1 term)

!Media Communications 8 (1 term)! ! ! Drama 8 (1 term)

!Outdoor Education 8 (1 term)! ! ! ! Tourism 8 (1 term)

Fabrication Studies 8 (1 term)! ! ! ! Soar to Success 8 (1 term)

French as a 2nd Language 8 (2 terms)! !



GRADE EIGHT COURSE REQUEST


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FEE SHEET FOR 2013 - 2014

NAME: ____________________________________________________ GRADE: __________ COMPULSORY FEES: GRADE 5/6 GRADE 7-8 1. Learning Resources (Textbook) Fee $ 60.00 $ 70.00 2. School Learning Support Resources $ 38.00 $ 38.00 3. Students Union Fee $ 5.00 $ 5.00 4. Student Agenda $ 8.00 $ n/a 5. Field Trip/Activity Fee* $ 15.00 $ 15.00 6. Technology Support** $ 26.00 $ 34.00 Total Compulsory Fees: $152.00 $162.00 OPTIONAL USER FEES: Yearbook (includes GST) This can be picked up in September, 2014. $ 33.00 TOTAL: __________ * The Field Trip/Activity fee helps to subsidize the expenses related to organizing activities, field trips, and events to enhance student learning and school culture. ** The Technology Support fee entitles all students to use all of the available technology during scheduled school hours. This fee contributes to the “ever greening” or updating of technology at GHP. It also includes 100 printing copies/student on the school system for school-based projects and assignments. Band 5 & 6 Students: • if you are renting an instrument from a music company, you will pay the company’s rental fee and the student may choose an instrument of his/her choice (with approval of choice by GHP’s band teacher); • if you are using an instrument that the school is providing, there will be a $30.00 fee and the instrument will be chosen by the student and teacher. School Supplies: A general school supply list is available. Additional supplies may be required for specific courses and will be given by subject teacher at the beginning of each term. Options materials fees like wood, metal, paint, foods and sewing supplies would still be the responsibility of the student and would need to be purchased on a “user” basis. Materials fees and/or the cost of kits required for coursework will be provided by teacher at the beginning of course. GHP Physical Education athletic wear and school pride wear will be available for purchase. See attached.

Payment of Fees: Fees are payable at the time of registration. Although cash or cheque will be accepted, we recommend the use of the division’s on-line payment system. You can pay all your child's fees online, including registration, fieldtrips, clothing orders, option materials fees, etc.. Step 1: Please go to https://GSACRD.schoolcashonline.com Step 2: Register by selecting “Get Started Today” and follow the steps. Step 3: After you receive a confirmation email, please select the ‘click here’ option, sign in, and add each of your children to your household account. Parents have the option of paying the full amount at this time, or paying half the amount now and the balance in August. If you choose to pay by cheque, we would ask that both the current and postdated cheques be issued with the registration package. Thank-you.

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Grade Five Supply List - G.H. Primeau School 2013-2014 1 package Post-it Notes (3” x 3”) (do not label) 24 H.B. Pencils (label) 5 erasers 1 30 cm ruler 1 package Pencil Crayons (label) 1 package skinny felts (label) 4 large Glue Sticks 1 pair of good quality pointed scissors - large size 1 soft/fabric pencil case (no hard pencil boxes) 100 loose-leaf sheets (lined) - unopened 1 calculator 2 highlighters 2 Kleenex boxes 1 pair ear buds 6 key tab notebooks (80 pages each) 3 duo tangs - 1 red 1 yellow, 1 blue 1 dry erase eraser 2 dry erase markers 1 2 inch binder - not the zipper type 2 packages of dividers 1 soprano recorder 1 pack index cards 1 box zip lock bags 1 box plastic spoons 1 clipboard *French Immersion students will need 2 packages of dividers PHYS. ED. 1 Crew neck T-shirt, sweat pants and shorts (shorts should be mid thigh) 1 pair of non-marking athletic runners - must be tie up runners (NO skateboard, flat soled shoes)

Ecole Georges H. Primeau Supply List 2013/2014

STUDENTS WILL REQUIRE: 1 Durable, high quality, nylon, Velcro or zipper closing binder cover and a 2” binder with dividers. The

cover has a pencil case, calculator pocket, and assignment pocket. 1 3” Binder (inexpensive - to be used as a storage/study binder for completed units (this should be

kept at home and monitored by parents) 4 Packages (250 each) ruled paper 1 Package (200) of blank paper with holes 1 2 GB Memory Stick 1 Package of Post It Notes (2” X 2”) 1 Ruler 1 Set of pencil crayons (pre sharpened or sharpened at home) 1 Set of felt markers 1 Package of HB Pencils, Blue & Red pens (pencils pre sharpened or sharpened at home) 1 Expo Dry Erase marker & an old (Clean) sock for an eraser 1 Pair of adult size scissors 1 Scotch Tape 2 Glue stick 2 Packages of index dividers 1 Large box Kleenex tissues (to be given to XL Teacher on first day) 1 Pencil Sharpener with cover 3 Highlighters (Various Colors) 1 Fine Tip Black Sharpie 1 Pair of Ear Buds (to use at computers) 1 Box of loose leaf reinforcements 3 Hilroy exercise books (32 pages each Hole punched not coiled) (Grade 6) 1 Calculator (approx. 2”X3”) (Grade 6) 1 Calculator (Basic) (Grade 7) 1 Calculator (Scientific Fraction Calculator (Not Media Brand) (Grade 8) 1 Protractor (Grade 6) 1 Geometry Set (Grade 7) 1 Package of 1 centimeter grid paper (Grade 7 & 8) 4 Mechanical Pencils & Leads (Grade 8 Math) 1 Crew Neck T-Shirt, Sweat Pants and Shorts (shorts should be mid thigh) for Physical Education 1 A pair of non-marking athletic runners for Phys Ed – must be tie up runners (NO skateboard, flat

soled shoes) 1 Duo-Tang (Grade 7 & 8 Math) Specific teachers may ask for additional supplies in the fall. Please label all supplies. If an article is lost, please come and check our lost and found. Many expensive items including shoes, jackets, and clothing are unclaimed each year. All unclaimed items are donated to charity 3 times a year. The school will supply a student agenda (Grade 6). Grade 7 & 8 students can purchase an agenda if needed at the office. Please review it two or three times a week during the school year with your son or daughter. They should be writing all assignments, exam dates, marks etc. in this book. Teachers use this book for communication with you as well. Students are expected to have adequate supplies throughout the year. Please keep extra supplies at home and bring to school as needed. Combination Locks will be supplied. A $10.00 replacement cost for lost or damaged locks will apply.

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