Phone:    604-­‐668-­‐6478                                                Trustee:    Jonathan  Ho      Email:    Burnett@sd38.bc.ca                                  Principal:    Mr.  Bert  Wiens  Website:    jnburnett.sd38.bc.ca                                      Vice-­‐Principal:    Ms.  D.  MacDonald  Early  Warning:    604-­‐718-­‐4007                                            Vice-­‐Principal:    Ms.  D.  Ten-­‐Pow    __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________      Dear  Parents  and  Guardians:      

Another   busy  month   is   behind  us   at  Burnett,  marking   the   beginning   of   semester   2.     Along   all   of   our  classes,   many   club   activities   continue   to   make   our   school   a   vibrant   place   of   learning.     Our   Winter  Athletics   season  has   come   to   an   end   and   our   staff   is   already   planning   for   the   different   teams   in   our  Spring   Athletics   season.     A   big   thank   you   to   all   the   coaches   and   sponsors,   whose   commitment   and  dedication   is   invaluable   to   our   sports   program.     A   huge   thank   you   as   well   to   our   tireless   athletic  director,  Ms.  C.  Bateman!    

February   marked   the   beginning   of   the   course   planning   process   for   2016-­‐17.   Our   Counsellors,   Ms.  Takada,  Ms.  Schneebelli,  and  Mr.  Reid,  are  currently  working  with  students  to  complete  this  planning  for  next  year  with  all  our  grade  8  to  11  students.    It  is  important  for  students  and  parents/guardians  to  review  the  selections  as  they  will  be  used  to  create  the  school  timetable  for  next  September.      

Finally,  parents  are  asked  to  mark  their  calendar  for  an  important  presentation  on  April  7,  2016  hosted  by  our  PAC  in  on  the  topic  of  online  safety.    More  information  can  be  found  in  this  newsletter.    

Sincerely,  B.  Wiens  Principal      INTERIM  REPORTS  -­‐  SEMESTER  2  PARENT/TEACHER  CONFERENCES    

Our  Semester  2  Interim  Reports  will  be  sent  home  with  the  students  on  Wednesday,  March  2,  2015.    I  would  like  to  encourage  parents  to  take  advantage  of  our  parent/teacher  conferences,  which  are  held  on  Tuesday,  March  8  from  2-­‐4  pm  as  well  as  Wednesday,  March  9  from  2-­‐4  pm  and  6-­‐8  pm.    Information  about  our  online  booking  of  appointments  will  be  made  available  on  our  school  website  on  March  1.    

   

J.  N.  Burnett  Newsletter    

 

 

Newsletter  #6                                              February  2016  

SECOND  SEMESTER  START  UP    

…Our  second  semester  start  was  very  smooth.    All  course   change   requests   were   considered   before  the   first   week   of   the   semester.     However,   it   is  important   to   note   that   students   are   asked   to  select   courses   for   both   semester  one   and   two   (8  courses)   during   program   planning   in   the   Spring  prior   to   each   new   school   year.     Our   timetable   is  then   built   and   staff   put   in   place   for   the   year   to  accommodate   the   selections   students   made   at  this  time.    For  this   reason,   there   is  always  limited  space  for  students   wishing   to   make   changes   in   order   to  repeat  or  upgrade  courses.    Students  who  did  not  have   a   specific   course   in   first   semester   and   are  taking   if   for   the   first   time  second  semester  must  be  given  priority.    Students  wishing  to  upgrade  or  repeat  a  course  have  the  option  of  attending  Full  Credit  Summer  School  for  this  purpose.    

                                 

 

 

   

   

PARENT  ADVISORY  COUNCIL  (PAC)   Mark  these  dates  on  your  calendars  for  

these  Upcoming  PAC  meetings:    March  3rd  PAC  meeting  at  7:30pm  April  7th  TELUS  WISE  parent  session  at  7:00pm  April  7th  PAC  meeting  to  follow  TELUS  WISE  session  *We  will  choose  a  date  in  May  for  judging    

The  PAC  Legacy  Scholarships  May  5th  PAC  meeting  at  7:30pm  

*The  Annual  General  Meeting  with    Elections  for  2016/2017  PAC  Executive  *We  will  plan  for  the  June  Teacher  

Appreciation  Breakfast    We  invite  all  Burnett  parents  to  join  us  and  find  out  what  is  happening  at  

Burnett!!    Please  contact  me  with  any  questions  you  have  about  our  Burnett  PAC  Stephanie  Nomellini,  PAC  chair  604-­‐241-­‐9812  stephnomellini@gmail.com    

GRADUATION  TRANSITIONS    Grade   12s   should   have   completed   their   Grad  Transitions   interview   on   the   February   18th  Conference  Day.     If  you  have  not   already  done   so,  you  need  to  see  Mrs.  Musani  ASAP.    This  document  and  the  interview  must  both  be  completed  in  order  to  graduate.    Do  not  let  this  slip  past  you.    

REaDY  SUMMIT  OUR  CANADA  PROJECT  AWARD  

 On   Feb.  1  2016,   the   Richmond  Green  Ambassadors  received   the   Our   Canada   Project   award   for   the  fourth   annual   REaDY   (Richmond   Earth  Day   Youth)  Summit  2015.  Two  representatives,  Jason  Pang  from  R.   C.   Palmer   Secondary   and   Anika   Ng   from   J.N.  Burnett  Secondary  received  the  award  on  behalf  of  the  Green  Ambassadors  and  REaDY  Summit  2016's  steering   committee.  Out  of  190  other  projects   from  across  Canada,  REaDY  Summit  2015  was  chosen  as  the   recipient   of   this   award.   This   youth   led  conference  continues  to  inspire  youth  and  others  in  our   community   to   take   initiative   to   change   the  world  for  the  better.    

IMPORTANT UPCOMING EVENTS Mar. 2 Interim Reports Mar. 3 PAC Meeting 7:30pm Mar. 8 Early Dismissal 12:50pm Mar. 8 Parent-Teacher Conferences Mar. 9 Early Dismissal 12:50pm Mar. 9 Parent-Teacher Conferences Mar. 10 Last Day of Classes before Spring

Break Mar. 11 Spring Break Starts Mar. 29 School Re-Opens Apr. 7 PAC Meeting 7:30pm Apr. 21 Semester 2 Midterm Report

Cards Apr. 22 Pro-D Day – No Classes Apr. 25 Service Award Forms Due May 5 PAC Meeting 7:30pm May 20 Pro-D Day – No Classes May 23 Victoria Day – No Classes Jun. 2 PAC Meeting 7:30pm Jun. 7 Awards Night Jun. 9 Grad Valedictory Rehearsal Jun.10 Grad Dinner & Dance & Dry After

Grad Jun.21 Last Day of Semester 2 Jun.28 Valedictory – Chan Centre Jun.29 Semester 2 Final Report Card

BC  WINTER  GAMES    

Several Burnett students competed in the BC Winter Games held at the end of February in Penticton, BC. Congratulations to these athletes and best wishes as they continue to work hard to achieve the next level in their particular sport!! It is great to share these stories!  

                                               

   

 

   

 

   

   

     

JN  Burnett  Parent  Advisory  Council  is  hosting  

 TELUS  WISE  Parent  Information  Session  on  Internet  and  

Smartphone  Safety    

Please   put   Thursday,   April   7,   2016   on   your  calendar   and   join   us   to   learn  more   about   keeping  your  family  safe  in  our  digital  world.    Learn  tips  for  online   security   to   avoid   criminal   activity   such   as  cyber  bullying  and  financial  fraud.    

TELUS  WISE  has  been  endorsed  by  the  Canadian  Association  of  Chiefs  of  Police  (CACP).  

 

Plan  to  attend  this  informative  1-­‐hour  session!    Thursday,  April  7  at  7:00pm    

SCHOOL PARKING LOT Our school parking lot is increasingly becoming a concern for us. Too many students are being picked up and dropped off at school, and the traffic in the parking lot is creating some safety issues. Please encourage your son/daughter to walk to school to help ease the traffic congestion in the parking lot.  

Learning  Centre  -­‐  Room  D129  Open  All  Blocks      

What  is  the  Learning  Centre?  At  Burnett,  we  have  a  number  of  ways  that  we  support  you  in  doing  your  best  possible  work.  The  Learning  Centre  is  one  of  the  services  that  we  are  offering  to  all  students.    In  the  Learning  Centre,   students  work  with  Mrs.  Berry  &  other   teachers   individually  or   in  small  groups  to:  

• Receive  extra  help  with  challenging  assignments  in  all  subject  areas  • Review  or  catch  up  on  class  material  • Develop  reading,  writing,  study,  or  organizational  strategies  • Write  tests  in  a  separate  setting      …    And  more!  

Who  can  use  the  Learning  Centre?  • All  Burnett  students!  

How  does  the  Learning  Centre  work?  Students  drop  down  to  the  Learning  Centre  in  one  of  two  ways:    

• A  teacher  refers  a  student  • A  student  asks  their  classroom  teacher  for  a  referral  

Ms.  Berry  available  all  Blocks  -­‐  A  B  C  D  Ms.  Lenahan  (senior  Math  teacher)  available  every  Monday,  Wednesday  &  Friday    

(A  B  C  D  -­‐  rotation)  during  Block  C.  Peer  Tutors  available  most  blocks  

 

JN  Burnett  PAC  DRY  AFTER  GRAD  COMMITTEE  

The Dry After Grad (DAG) was established at JN Burnett in 2005, and is supported by the BC Liquor Control Board and sponsored by the Burnett PAC. The event provides a fun and safe after grad party for the graduating students. The DAG committee arranges games such as Laser Tag and Giant Sumo Wrestling; entertainment includes a caricature artist, tattoo artists, a magician and fortunetellers. There will be lots of food and some prizes, too!!

As this event is for Grade 12 students, historically parents of the Grade 12 students have organized the event. We try to have the actual overnight after grad party run and chaperoned by volunteer parents of Grade 8-11 students.

VOLUNTEERS ARE URGENTLY NEEDED

Without enough help the event may be cancelled Julie Tischler and Margaret Tam 2016 Dry After Grad co-chairs

Watch for messages from the school for the date of the next Dry Grad committee meeting

OR To volunteer to help please contact

Julie Tischler at julielum_283@hotmail.com or Margaret Tam at margarettam8@hotmail.com

 

                                                               Important Information is available: Richmond District Career Center News: www.sd38.bc.ca/~CCNews@sd38.bc.ca/ Check facebook page for important info and up-dates: https://www.facebook.com/pages/JN-Burnett-Secondary-School-Career-Information-Center/676894562416136/ Around the School: Student announcements, bulletin board In the Career Centre: Visit Career Information Advisor, Ms. Borres. Her office hours are: Tuesday, Wednesday (bi-weekly) and Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Tue, Mar 8/16 University of Waterloo Student Recruiter from the University of Waterloo will discuss the next steps after university application at the JN Burnett Library during lunch break. POST-SECONDARY RELATED INFO Tue, Mar 1/16 Thompson Rivers University early application deadline Tue, Mar 1/16 Kwantlen University early admission deadline for selective entry programs Tue, Mar 15/16 University of BC deadline to submit English Language Admission documents (IELTS/TOEFL/Waiver) Sun, Mar 20/16 University of BC Self-Reporting Deadline Report your grades online through the UBC Student Service Centre to enable Admission Committee to

Richmond  International  Student  Program  Interested  in  opening  your  home  up  for  an  International  Student?  

The   International  Student   Program  allows  overseas   students   to   enter  Grades  8   through  12   at   selected       secondary  schools,   and   under   certain   circumstances,   Kindergarten   to   Grade   7   at   selected   elementary       schools   in   Richmond,  Greater  Vancouver.    The  program  gives  overseas  students  the  opportunity  to  study      alongside  Canadian  students  in  the   BC   public   education   system.    As   a   Host   Family,   you   will   have   an       opportunity   to   welcome   into   your   home,  students   from   around   the   world.    Your   family   will   have   a   profound   influence   on   the   students’   study   abroad  experience.    Both  your   family  and   the  students  you      host  will   ideally  gain   a  mutual   understanding   and   respect   for  each  other’s  culture  and  worldview.      In      addition  to  economic  remuneration,  your  reward  will  be  the  realization  that  your   commitment   to   host       international   students  will,   in   some   small  way,   contribute   to   global   understanding   and  world  peace.      Each  member  of  your  family  and  your  student  will  come  to  know  each  other  in  depth.        Our  Home  stay  program  is  the  ideal  setting  for  this  type  of  experience.                      If  you  are  interested  in  learning  more  about  our  hosting  program  please  forward  an  e-­‐mail  for  information  to:    Karen  York  Home  stay  Coordinator  -­‐  International  Student  Program            Richmond  School  District  38          Phone:    604-­‐295-­‐4303        kyork@sd38.bc.ca    

                                                                                                 CAREER  NEWS    

evaluate a combination of your academics and Personal Profile. Reporting your grades is mandatory. If your courses are “semestered” courses, you can report your grades until March 20 (wait for any January Provincial Exam results before reporting). Report your final grades from first semester and list your second semester courses (without grades). Note that your Personal Education Number (PEN) is required to report your grades. For more information.... follow UBC on Facebook and Twitter to get your self-reporting questions answered in real time, at the following times: -Thursday, March 3, 2:00 – 5:00 pm -Thursday, March 10, 2:00 – 5:00 pm -Thursday, March 17, 2:00 – 5:00 pm Visit: http://you.ubc.ca/admissions/canadian-highschools/bc-yukon-selfreporting/ http://you.ubc.ca/admissions/blog/ Sat, Apr 2/16 (10am - 1pm) UBC Computer Science "For Girls Only!" TechTrek Workshops UBC is reaching out to Grades 10-12 female students to encourage them to participate in STEM related activities. Students can register for one or all three workshops, but there is limited space, so register early! See website for details: https://www.cs.ubc.ca/grades-k-12/techtrek/saturday-workshops Fri, Jun 17/16 Emily Carr Summer Institute For Teens The Summer Institute for Teens provides students with an introduction to the rigorous full-time study of art, design and media through a four-week, hands-on program in one of 10 different studio subjects. For further information see: http://teens.ecuad.ca/summer/ OPEN HOUSES Wed, Mar 2/16 (4:30pm-8: 30pm) SFU’s 50th Anniversary Celebration: Surrey Campus Open House. Visit www.sfu.ca/surrey/openhouse to register. Wed, Mar 2/16 Douglas College Music Technology Diploma Open House For more information contact fisherb@douglascollege.ca or phone 604-527-5272. Fri & Sat, Apr 8 & 9/16 BCIT Open House Refer to http://www.bcit.ca/openhouse/ for more details. INFORMATION SESSIONS Wed, Mar 2/16 Explore Capilano Night. For details, check http://www.capilanou.ca Wed, Mar 9/16 Justice Institute of BC (JIBC) Open House. No registration required. Wednesday, March 9, 2016, 11 am - 7 pm, at 715 McBride Boulevard, New Westminster, BC. Wed, Mar 9/16 Capilano University Disney International Program. For more information, please contact Alison Rudko, International Mobility & Partnerships Officer, Wong and Trainor Centre for International Experience, phone number 604 984 4936, email studyabroad@capilanou.ca or recruitment@capilanou.ca. Mon, Apr 4/16 KPU (Langley) Horticulture ACE IT Information Session. Visit http://www.kpu.ca/hort/apprenticeship Wed, Apr 20/16 (4-7 pm) VCC Info Night Broadway Campus in Vancouver. For more information visit: http://www.vcc.ca/applying/apply-now/info-sessionstours/info-night/ http://www.vcc.ca Wed, May 11/16 Capilano University’s The School of Tourism Management and the School of Outdoor Recreation Management Information Session. For details, email: tourism@capilanou.ca. Phone: 604.984.4947. RSVP is required. Website: https://www.capilanou.ca/wilderness/events/TREC-Showcase-May-2016/ Upcoming 2016 Langara Information Sessions. Attend an information session to learn about the program admission requirement, and more. UPCOMING EVENTS Sat, Apr 9/16 - University of Alberta Course Registration Workshops in Vancouver. Students who will be attending U of A are invited to sign up for the two hour instructional workshops on how to register for their courses for their Science or General degrees. Visit: http://www.admissions.ualberta.ca/admissions-101/registration-101/RSVP.aspx

INTERESTING PROGRAMS Apprenticeship (ACE IT) Programs. A Future Without Limits!! Students in grade 10 and 11...note that applications will soon be accepted for students interested in high school apprenticeship programs. Students attend these programs in their grade 12 year and therefore must apply in their grade 11 year. The Richmond School District and post-secondary institutions have created partnerships designed to maximize student achievement in trades and technology programs. Apprenticeship (ACE IT) students earn both a high school diploma and Level 1 Certification from the Industry Training Authority (ITA). That's why these are sometimes called 'Dual Credit' programs. You are a college student while still in high school!!! See the Careers Program Website for more information: http://careerprograms.sd38.bc.ca or visit your Counsellor or Career Advisor

STEM ACES TUESDAYS Workshops - Richmond Public Library. Discover the world of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. Explore career opportunities and learn how to ace your exams. See website for dates and registration details: http://www.yourlibrary.ca/events/ or phone 604-231-6413 or in person at any library branch.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES 2016 Winter Volunteer Opportunities at Thompson Community Centre Spring Day Camp, 8:30am -4:15 pm, March 16 –20th Assist with Out-trips and in-days, Activities such as sports, crafts, cooking, and games Supply Clerk Volunteer, 3:00pm-500pm (2 hour shifts). Once a week. Organizing supplies, monthly inventory of storage areas, research special projects For more information contact: Sharlene Singh Volunteer Coordinator ssingh@richmond.ca 604- 238-8436

SCHOLARSHIPS Mon, Mar 7/16 BC China Award for Excellence in Chinese Sponsored In-School Scholarship Deadline. Note: Each school may only nominate 5 (five) applicants for this Award. See website for complete instructions: www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/education-training/k-12/support/bc-china-award-for-excellence The application must be received by the BC Council for International Education by March 31, 2016. Please write “BC-China Award for Excellence in Chinese Application” as the subject line and submit the application in one PDF document (including this checklist) to: bccie@bccie.bc.ca. Thu, Mar 10/16 The Richmond Community Foundation Scholarships for Richmond Students Application Deadline. One application to fill in for several scholarships. For details visit:http://richmondfoundation.org/grant/apply-scholarship/ If you have questions about your eligibility, please call 604-270-4483 or e-mail info@richmondfoundation.org. Mon, Mar 14/16 RE/MAX of Western Canada '2016 Quest for Excellence' Bursary Program deadline. Enter online at: http://www.remax-western.ca/quest-excellence-application Tue, Mar 15/16 The Trevor Linden Community Spirit Scholarship (The Canucks for Kids Fund). Visit http://canucks.nhl.com/club/page.htm?id=88558 Thu, Mar 31/16 BC International Student Ambassador Scholarship for Post-Secondary Entry In-School Deadline. Instructions: http://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/education-training/k-12/support/international-education/scholarships-awards/bc-international-student-ambassador. Submit the complete application by email with a subject line reading “International Student Ambassador Scholarship Application – PSI Entry” to the British Columbia Council for International Education (BCCIE) at bccie@bccie.bc.ca as a single secure electronic PDF file (i.e., please scan all documents into one PDF) by April 15, 2016. Please see you Career Advisor or School Scholarship Rep if you wish to be nominated. Thu, Mar 31/16 The Union of National Employees High School Award Deadline. Complete criteria can be found at: http://en.une-sen.org/what_we_do/hea/hs_scholarship_crit_e.pdf Please ensure that the criteria is met and application form is completed correctly. Submit the application by mail or email. Questions email Daphne Ho at: Daphne.Ho@une-sen.org Thu, Mar 31/16 Destination Clic Bursary Program For Enrichment In French As A First Language Application Deadline. Visit: www.destinationclic.ca/en/ Mon, Apr 11/16 Kwantlen University Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline

Research your Post-Secondary Options! Attend Post-secondary Open Houses, Information Sessions, and School Tours to find options that may be a good fit for you. Remember Applications begin in the fall of your grade 12 year so you want to be ready! Volunteering and Leadership Activities - Get involved! This experience will be invaluable as you apply to post-secondary education and for scholarships. Above all, these will make you learn about life.