Important Dates
March 6 - Raven Time P3
March 20 - Raven Time P4
March 20 – Parent/Teacher Interviews
March 21 – Non-Instructional Day (No School)
March 21 - Parent/Teacher Interviews
March 24-28 - Spring Break
March 31 - Classes Resume
April 2 - Mark Viewing Disabled
April 3 - Raven Time P1
April 7-11 - Spirit Week
April 10 - First Day of Term 4
April 17 - Raven Time P2
April 21 - Non-Instructional Day (No School)
May 8 - Raven Time P3
May 15 - Graduation Day (No School)
May 16 - Non-Instructional Day (No School)
May 22 - Raven Time P4
JCS Birthday Day
So you have extra party decorations you need to get rid of? (Balloons, streamers, signs!) We can help!
JCS is excited to be celebrating our 2nd annual Birthday Day, which will fall on April 23. We will be celebrating everyone's birthday! Decoration donations are greatly appreciated and can be dropped off at the main office by April 17.
Thank you so much! - JCS Student Council
Virtual Book Fair
JCS is hosting a virtual book fair from March 3 – 9. please see this post for more information.
Ramadan Mubarak
Wishing all JCS students and their families who observe Ramadan, a blessed Ramadan.
Dedicated space is provided for students who are observing the Holy Month of Ramadan to engage in prayer throughout the day, as well as an alternative environment during lunchtime:
- Lunch (food free zones): 2301 (Hage), 3603 (Constable), 3209 (Martin, S.)
- Prayers: 2:15 daily in the choir room. Students must:
- Talk to their teachers in advance
- Leave the classroom at 2:10 and return by 2:30
- Sign in and out at the choir room
Ramadan Kareem.
Transition to Post-Secondary for Students Experiencing Disabilities
Post-Secondary Accessibility and Resource Association of Alberta (PADRA) is hosting an upcoming event that will provide valuable information about how to access and use academic accommodations in the post-secondary environment. Presentation topics will include:
• Accessing academic accommodations
• Examples of academic accommodations and required documentation
• Additional supports, services, and resources
• Grant funding information
Participants include University of Calgary, St. Mary’s University, Mount Royal University, SAIT, Bow Valley College, Ambrose University, Alberta University of the Arts and more.
Where: Ambrose University
When: Saturday, March 15 9:30am to noon.
Who: high school students and their families
How: Register at https://tinyurl.com/PADRA-event
Alberta Post-Secondary Options Program (APOP)
- Who: All JCS students have access to APOP!
- What: APOP is a pilot project that aims to support high school students, especially those in grade 12, in Alberta as they prepare for their life after high school.
- Where: Students create their APOP account at www.myapop.ca.
- Why: APOP provides students with personalized information about postsecondary options and helps students to make decisions about where to go, what to study, and how to cover the costs. With the use of videos and interactive activities, APOP helps find postsecondary programs that students could get into, make a budget, and estimate how much individuals could receive in grants and loans from Alberta Student Aid.
Grad Information
Grade 12 students can now view their graduation fees in their MyCBE Account. These fees apply to students intending to participate in the graduation ceremony. The graduation ceremony is when students will walk the stage in a graduation gown to receive their certificate. The fee is $70 and encompasses the following costs:
• Rental of the BMO Centre
• Rental of the graduation gown
• Souvenir cap and tassel
• Portfolio and certificate
• Printing of the program
• 4 guest tickets per graduating student to attend the ceremony
Parents of students who are over 18 are reminded to ensure that their student has signed the consent forms permitting parents to access their fees and accounts with CBE.
Attention all graduating Grade 12s: If you would like to have your baby photo in the slideshow that will play at this year’s graduation banquet, please email a photo to jcsbabyphotos@gmail.com. Don’t forget to include the graduate’s first and last name in the email with the photo!
Information from the Student Success Centre
Every student at JCS is enrolled in the Student Success Centre (SSC) D2L shell. Lots of valuable information will be posted there. Students are encouraged to log in and keep up to date with the available information regarding post-secondary applications, university open houses, and scholarships. Students should also review the D2L monthly calendar where various upcoming post-secondary events will be posted.
The Research Services Office from the University of Calgary is now accepting applications from Grade 11 high school students for the 2025 Alberta Innovates High School Youth Researcher Summer (HYRS) program. The HYRS Program seeks students who are well-rounded, curious about health research, and are looking for a summer research experience to help launch their career and academic goals. This opportunity allows students to work alongside UCalgary faculty members, make invaluable connections, and contribute to innovative biomedical and health research at one of the world's top research Universities over six weeks, (from July 2 to August 13, 2025) HYRS program. Join on February 25 at 5:00pm for an online student information session. This is a chance for students and parents to learn all about the HYRS Program, the application process and to ask questions. More information can be found through our event page.
Registration for the 2025-2026 school year took place during Raven Time on February 20. If you are a current Grade 10 or 11 student and do not yet have your course requests in PowerSchool, you must complete that ASAP to ensure you will have courses for next year. Pick up a Registration Form from the Main Office, fill it out and either return it to the Main Office or your Student Advisor.
Summer School Information – the Student Success Centre will not be receiving any information on Summer School until early/mid-April. Once information has been received, it will be posted on the Student Success Centre D2L as well as the Raven Post.
Cravens Café
Monday
Soup: Creamy Mushroom
Main: Penne Bolognaise with Garlic Bread
Pizza: Cheese
Hot Sandwich: Philly Beef Melt
Starter: Corn, Cheese and Jalapeno Fritters with sauce
Tuesday
Soup: Lasagna
Main: Chicken Chow Mein
Pizza: Pepperoni
Hot Sandwich: Korean Fried Chicken
Starter: Shrimp and Artichoke Dip
Wednesday
Soup: Tuscan Sausage and Potato
Main: Breaded Chicken, Smashed Potatoes, Pineapple and Mango salsa
Pizza: Pierogi
Hot Sandwich: Meatball Sub
Starter: Jalapeno Poppers
Thursday
Soup: Beef and Barley
Main: Shepherds Pie/Indigenous Tacos
Pizza: BBQ Chicken
Hot Sandwich: Beef Burrito
Starter: Terriyaki Chicken Wings