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Our school year is well underway and we look forward to another excellent year at Mount Royal Collegiate. We extend a welcome to all parents and guardians whose children are new to the school. We encourage each of you to become actively involved in our school program by supporting our many activities and parent evenings. All of us look forward to meeting you at one of our school events.

As we embark on another school year, we look forward to several new initiatives. Mount Royal Collegiate has received significant funding by being named as one of several new secondary community schools in the province. With input from staff, students and community members, we will develop plans that will benefit all of our students in the school. This will enable to better serve the needs of all students, and make our school even stronger than it is already is. As well, recent renovations have allowed us to create a Career Centre in our school. This centre will allow us to better able provide, through computer interaction, opportunities for students to explore career choices. This will greatly enhance career education planning at Mount Royal. Along with our community school designation, our plans include having community members accessing the Career Centre outside of regular school hours. Watch for announcements in the near future.

As well, we are very pleased with other developments around our school this fall.

a) We were honored to present our Academic Excellence Assembly on Wednesday, October 3rd. This provided us with the opportunity to recognize our top academic students from the previous year. As well, we were pleased to have the Governor General Medal presented to Leanne Mazcek, a 2001 graduate, by Mr. T. Pearson, Director of Education. We extend our congratulations to all recipients and their families for their accomplishments. We are proud of you.

b) The delivery of our grade nine program has undergone one major change. In order to better address concerns around mathematics instruction, all students will now have a minimum of 150 hours of math during their grade nine year. This will permit us to better meet the time requirements in the Math curriculum, and will hopefully lead to better performance from our students.

c) We have added a re-entry room to our overall school program. This will provide a means for some students to better adjust to our school environment. This program is in its second year, and has shown, so far, to be very successful.

d) A new attendance reporting system has been introduced. Utilizing computer technology, homes of those students who have uncleared absences are contacted on a daily basis. Feedback from parents has been very positive. The program is presently restricted to grades ten to twelve students, but beginning on Monday, October 15th, we plan on extending this service to parents/guardians of grade nine students. We hope that this service will continue to prove to be beneficial for all.

We encourage parents/guardians to take an active role in your son's/daughter's education. Our home and school partnership is valued by all of us, and we look forward to meeting each of you at various school evens. Please set aside some time on the evening of Thursday, October 11th (6:30 - 9:00) or the afternoon of Friday, October 12th (1:30 - 4:00) to visit us for parent-teacher interviews.

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WELCOME/TAWAW to PARENT-TEACHER INTERVIEWS

Thursday, Oct. 11th 6:30 - 9:00 P.M.
Friday, Oct. 12th 1:30 - 4:00 P.M.
All parents/guardians are encouraged to attend the interviews to discuss student progress in class. Since mid-term reports are not sent home until November 16th, these interviews are a prime opportunity to address issues/concerns that will hopefully lead to improved student results by the time marks are issued. If you are unable to attend the designated interview times, please feel free to contact your student's teachers to receive a progress report. Hope to see you October 11th and/or October 12th!

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FROM STUDENT SERVICES

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Welcome back, Mustangs!

Once again, we've bolted out of the corral and are off and running. Our new fillies and foals of Grade 9 were welcomed to the school the second week in September by being buddied-up with Grade 12's and participated in a BBQ, Pep Rally, Welcome Walk, football game and dance. A huge thank you to everyone who made our Welcome Week a success. The Grade 9's looked adorable in their fashionable togs!

October looks to be just as busy for us all. Members of our SRC visited the National Student Leadership Conference in Halifax the last week of September and are ready to plan and host next year's National Conference here in Saskatoon. Before then, we are raising the roof and school spirit by hosting a Pep Rally for Mustang Volley at the end of the month, as well as a Hallowe'en bash in the gym. Keep your eyes and ears open for more information via posters and notices. We will also be holding interviews for our Grade 9 positions the first week in October. Good luck to all and thanks for all your interest!

Giddy-up 'Stangs!!!

Your SRC

 President: Kristen Weber Senior Watch: Chad Barker Senior Pin: Nicole Brick Secretary: Miranda Gurel Treasurer: Paul Sywanyk Public Relations: Ryan McEachern & Raelyn Strautman Grade 12 Reps: Terri Hill & Jon Derry Grade 11 Reps: Rebecca Klotz & Daniel Kwok Grade 10 Reps: Mitchell Fehr & Patrick Kurylyk

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MUSTANG VOLLEY

One of Mount Royal's major events, Mustang Volley, will take place on October 25th, 26th and 27th, 2001. Our renowned tournament will feature top teams from Alberta, Manitoba and Saskatchewan. Prince Albert St. Mary will be back to defend their boys' title and Saskatoon St. Joes will be back to defend their girls' title. Week-end passes will be available at the door. Day Pass: Students - $3.50, Adults - $5.00

Tournament Pass: Students - $6.00, Adults - $8.00

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FOOTBALL

The Junior Football Mustangs have been let loose and they are running wild! They have enjoyed success during the season and are looking forward to the Charity Bowl. The young Colts take on their Rusholme Road rival, Bedford Road. The game will take place Saturday, October 21st at Gordie Howe Bowl. Game time is 4:30 P.M. The Mustangs would like to thank parents, fans and the cheerleaders for all their support. These "Wild Horses" will be taking over the bowl on the 21st - hope to see you there!

The Senior Football team is in the middle of its season. The team has a record of two wins and two losses. Game days: Friday, October 5th vs. Bedford Road and Thursday, October 11th vs. Evan Hardy. 

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FINE ARTS

This past summer several of our students earned special recognition for work they had entered in the Exhibition Fine Arts competition and display. The list includes: Chad Barker, Courtney Juell, Trisha Weathered, Damien Cheecham, Quinn Wilchynski, Rachelle Cameron, Christine Hanson and Lyndon Linklater.

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SENIOR GIRLS' SOCCER

This year's team has experienced some success early on defeating St. Joseph and Bedford Road mid-season. We have a strong group of veteran players including Kim Scragg (keeper), Krystal Jones, Cassandra Kaszas, Robyn Boyer and Melanie Dallison. As well, some new faces on the team - Jennifer Saccucci, Jodi Unger, Kristen Popoff, Stacey Fisher, Serinda Baptiste, Jamee Boyer and Claire Robertson have really strengthened the team. Returning players include Whitney Hyde, Janadine Augustine and Angie Sanderson. We look forward to a strong finish to the season!

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CHEERLEADERS

The SENIOR FOOTBALL CHEERLEADERS kicked off the season by performing at the Pep Rally and riding to the football game on a decorated semi flatbed truck. We had the opportunity to travel to North Battleford to cheer on the Mustangs on a cold and rainy night.

Team members are: Chelsea Acott, Raelene Brataschuk, Sharisse Carr, Mandy Child, Nicole Cromartie, Melanie Earle, Megan Litterick, Charlene MacKenzie, Sara Meakin, Stephanie Miller, Jennifer Mitchelmore, Crystal Neu, Chelsey Olson, Candice Piecowye, Amanda Price, Lynnell Reid, Kerilyn Walter and Carmen Westman. The team is coached by Mrs. Mason.

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L.S.W.S.

We would like to welcome Ms. Heather Grant who is teaching in the Grade 9/10 program for the 2001/ 2002 school year. We also welcome Mrs. Norma Janis back from a sabbatical leave. The LSWS program is looking forward to an exciting year in our community school with our activities, tours and our Work Education placements in November. We held our Welcome Back BBQ at Diefenbaker Park on September 21st and fun was had by all!

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SASKATOON - TOURS, FRANCE EXCHANGE

Students who have completed Grade 11 Core French or French Immersion can apply to go on a 2 ½ week trip to Tours, France. There will be a total of 30 students going around Easter of 2002. The French exchange students will come to Saskatoon in February, 2002, just prior to mid-term. In April, 2001 two students from our school participated in this exchange.

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DID YOU KNOW …

… that student-parents take a Life Transitions 30 Parenting class?? We have a number of experts in our community who are presenting interesting topics. They are:

The student/parents work hard to balance school with full-time parenting.

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"HOLDING HUMAN RIGHTS IN OUR HANDS"

ACT Now is an action-oriented club with a program that focuses on anti-racist and cross-cultural education for youth.

We, as the ACT Now Club at Mount Royal Collegiate, are planning a special and exciting activity for the whole student body and staff. This will be held on December 20th, 2001, the International Day of Human Rights. This will apply Human Rights to everyday life in and outside of school. It will involve a designated time during the school day where all students and staff will all join hands throughout the school hallways which will be accompanied with music from several artists who promote Human Rights. We ask for everyone's support and cooperation to make Human Rights a vital, accepted part at Mount Royal Collegiate and community, and in our world now and into the future. Help us and others by "Holding Human Rights in Our Hands" and applying it in our homes, sharing it with others and spreading it globally one by one. It all starts with you, we can change someone's life!

You are welcome to join our club anytime.

Crystal Moncrief, Nadine Wilson

ACT Now/Peace Talk

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MUSTANG FEEDBAG

MUSTANG FEEDBAG … is located by the stairwell between the Boys' and Girls' Gyms. There are a variety of school supplies, Mustang sweats and sweatshirts, and confections for sale. We will be ordering bunnyhugs on October 25th. They can be ordered in black or grey with the Mustang logo on the left chest. The cost is $36.00 and embroidery on the sleeve is an additional $3.00 per line. Please order at the Mustang Feedbag or see Mrs. Long in Room 108.

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PLAGIARISM POLICY

Plagiarism is presenting someone else's ideas or words as your own. Using direct quotes or ideas without clearly acknowledging the source, whether it is a book, a magazine, the Internet, a TV show, or whatever, is dishonest and unacceptable.Plagiarism is easily avoided by making research jot notes in your own words and by following one of the formats for acknowledging information sources as shown on pages 37 to 42 of the school agenda.Please be aware that a student caught plagiarizing will receive a 0 for the assignment and a warning as to the seriousness of this office from the teacher. Written notice of the plagiarism will be sent to Mount Royal administration the student's parent/guardian. Repeat offenses could lead to withdrawal from the class.Plagiarism is viewed very seriously elsewhere also. For example, at the University of Saskatchewan, plagiarism can lead to suspension, expulsion or revoking of a degree. At SIAST institutions, plagiarism can lead to mark penalties or other consequences including expulsion.Students with questions about proper citing of information should ask a teacher before handing in work.

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INTERSCHOOL CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP

This weekly club is underway and meets on Tuesdays at noon in room 243. Already, the club has participated in the "Meet Me at the Pole" event and has featured James Clifford who spoke on the issue of "Lyrics in Modern Music." All students are welcome to check out the fun, friends and featured events.

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DINNER THEATRE

Mount Royal's 11th Annual Dinner Theatre will be held on Friday, December 7th. Guests will be treated to a delicious turkey dinner as well as top-quality entertainment provided by the band and choir, and the Mount Royal Theatre Company.

Tickets will go on sale in early November. Tickets for the Friday night (complete Christmas dinner plus entertainment) will cost $12.00. Tickets for Saturday night (drama only) will cost $6.00. To get tickets (they sell fast!) contact Mrs. McCrae in the morning of the week of November 5th - 9th.

The Mount Royal Theatre Company is fully and heartily involved in their new production. Shrew, a comedy about a 16th Century battle (and battle it is!) of the sexes. There is yelling and laughing and sword fights and razor-sharp wit. There will be songs and dancing and musical talent galore. And so the scene is set, the actors are busy memorizing lines and acting up, and the technical and stage crew members are on hand to help. Our play will unfold at the MRCI Annual Dinner Theatre on the evening of Friday, December 7th. If you can't be there, we will be having another show on the evening of Saturday, December 8th.

Here's the talent involved in the production of Shrew:

Main Characters

Katrina Olson, Quinn Wilchynski, Michelle Fisher, Mitchell Fehr, Nickolas Koupantsis, Andrew Burke, Justin Lavertu, Nathan Perkins, Mathew Spratt, Tara Janzen, Erika Lanzer, Bronwyn Martens, Miranda Hagel, Brad Lavertu.

Crew

Kevin Marissen, Brent Roberts, Byron Hnatuk, Keith Goshagar, Jennifer Shier, Rebecca MacEachern, Kalyn Regier, Amber Lawrence, Keith Toews, Pamela Toews, Nyree Wagar, Briana Cooper.

Citizens of Padua

Bronwyn Martens, Jon Derry, Brad Lavertu, Miranda Hagel, Ashley Conn, Kristen Johnsen, Miranda Gurel, Jonathan Derry, Rick Ashton, Susanna Elkhalifa, Brandy Hoffman, Megan Litterick, Jasmine Giesbrecht, Jennifer Stewart, Michelle Stonehouse, Christine Hansen, Veronica Sellar, Mila Friesen, Chelsea Olson, Sarah Akister, Debbie Gustafson.

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MATH CONTEST

The Canadian Open Mathematics Challenge will take place on Wednesday, November 28th, 2001. This is a senior math contest for students enrolled in Math B30, Math C30 and Calculus. See Mr. Ouellet in room 221 for more details.

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WORK EDUCATION 20/30

Students have been preparing to go out on their first work experience. Mr. Ed Dynna of Corning Cable Systems (our school's corporate partner) spoke to Work Ed students about the importance of safety in the workplace.

Mr. Scott and Mrs. Samborsky's classes went to their workplaces for interviews the week of October 1st. Their first work experience is October 9th - November 2nd. The second will be November 19th to December 21st.

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FOLLOWING THE MUSTANGS:

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STUDENTS AGAINST DRINKING AND DRIVING

Tuesday, October 16th is the National Day Against Impaired Driving. To make students aware of this important day, the SADD club has invited a motivational speaker, Mr. Norblet Georget, to give a "Smart Youth Power Assembly" for Grade 9 and 10's in Period 2 that day.

From the SGI report called 2000 Saskatchewan Traffic Accident facts, it says that there has been a decline in alcohol-related crashes, but alcohol is still the #1 contributing factor in fatal crashes. Since 1999, with changes made to Canada's drinking and driving laws, there are harsher penalties but also an emphasis on rehabilitation as well.

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ALCOHOL

"Now, first, second and third-time offenders face court-ordered licence suspensions of one to three years, two to five years, and three or more years, respectively. As a condition of reinstatement of driving privileges, drivers must serve their entire court-ordered suspension period. Because of the changes to the federal legislation, SGI can no longer provide restricted driving privileges.

In addition to serving the entire suspension period, drivers must attend an addiction screening and complete any prescribed treatment before their licence will be reinstated. Minimum fines have also been increased for such violations from $300 to $600, with no maximum fine.

Other Measures Recently Introduced in Saskatchewan

For more information about the safe driving initiatives, contact SGI at 1-800-667-9868.

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M.D.A.

We began the new school year with a very enthusiastic group of Grade 9 MDA students. They have expressed a desire to go to Banff in May so we are busy fundraising - collecting pop cans, working at parent-teacher interviews, selling chocolate-coated almonds and much more.

We have planned many enriching activities for the fall. On October 10th we will spend the day at Shekinah, north of Waldheim.

Students use physical activities to learn team building skills and bond with the group.

On October 29th a well known Saskatoon author, Shelley Leedahl, will visit us. She will provide an inspirational two-hour writing workshop. We are very excited to work with her.

Our young thespians are going to Persephone Theatre on November 30th to see Ann, a Canadian classic. In addition, Persephone is generously offering us a backstage tour before the play.

To add to the drama experience, we are heading to the University of Saskatchewan Drama Department on December 11th. Mr. Dwayne Brenna, a drama professor and director, will lead a two-hour Shakespearean Drama Workshop. Students are asked to wear comfortable clothing.

We wind up the 2001 year with a Medieval Feast on December 21st. Students come dressed in authentic 12th Century costume and cook appropriate dishes. We eat, dance and be merry!

We have many activities to look forward to and hope for a great semester of learning!

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 WHAT'S HAPPENING IN HOME ECONOMICS AND COMMERCIAL COOKING?

 The students in the initial year of the program have accomplished much in the first few weeks of semester one. Various topics have been covered including working in the food service industry, careers, garnishing techniques and standardization. Various items have been produced in the bakeshop unit including muffins, decorated cakes and cookies.

All students at this level will have the opportunity to become certified in the Foodsafe Program. This is an industry-recognized sanitation course. Expect to hear more about this program as the semester progresses.

Students in Mrs. Samborsky's class who fulfilled the requirements for their Foodsafe Certificate are:

Sarah Akister, Grayson Bond, Erica Kondra, Ezra Lalonde, Michael Markwart, Ashley Meakin, Robin Neufeld, Amber-Lee Owens, Joel Rempel, Avery Pendleton, Elizabeth Reaume, Kim Wearing, Amanda Rotzien, Ryan Sutherland, Amanda Woroschuk, Nathaniel Wurst, Brandon Horseman, Chad Ibbotson

The students have been practising cooking techniques as they prepared foods in the appetizer and salad unit - the ginger soy wings, satay beef brochettes and mango chutney chicken salad were highlights!

In the upcoming weeks students will further their knowledge and skills as they begin preparing food for the student and staff cafeteria lines. They also look forward to an upcoming opportunity to learn to decorate character cakes. At the conclusion of this unit the students will be taking catering orders for birthday and other special occasion cakes.

Students in this class have been learning about the food service industry and learning how to make some great appetizers like potato skins, spanikopita and stuffed mushrooms. They also made 12 dozen butter tarts for a catering order.

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HOME ECONOMICS

Due to changes in the curriculum, Grade 9 Home Ec students will have a chance to try their hands at cooking this year. In the past, Grade 9 students took sewing for the entire semester. Mrs. Brusky's class has completed the foods portion of the class while Miss Langlois' students will be cooking in December and January.

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MOUNT ROYAL'S WEB PAGE

Web Address: http://schools.spsd.sk.ca/Mount/

The Mount Royal web site provides information on courses taught, the athletic program provided and the social club activities that are available to the students. A calendar of events will keep you up-to-date on what is happening throughout the academic year. If you wish to read back issues of On The Trail check out the publication section. Within the curriculum section web site address are provided which may provide additional resources or help for students. The web site provides the school an opportunity to highlight the achievement of our students, to outline rules and regulations and describes the support services offered within Mount Royal. Finally, if you would like to take a quick look around the school, try the Virtual Tour.

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READ

Saskatoon is providing free family l literacy training sessions and information. Call Katrina at READ Saskatoon at 652-5448 if any parent or parent group is interested in receiving information.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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On The Trail - August , 2001 (Back to Publication Main Menu)

Administration

Registration Times

Community School

Schedules for 2001 -2002

New Staff

Grade Nine Parents

Photographs

Textbook Rentals

Locks and Locker Information

Automated Attendance Phoning system

Track and Field

Mustang Feedbag

Internet Use - Library

Congratulations

Following the Mustangs

Student Artists

Teacher News and Notes

Grad Awards

School Fees

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We welcome this opportunity to extend sincere greetings to all parents and guardians of students at Mount Royal Collegiate. We look forward to working with you so that our students have an enjoyable experience and receive the best education possible.

It is our hope that the summer has been a good one for you, and that our students are looking forward to returning to school, ready to work with the goal of doing their very best in curricular and extra-curricular activities.

Should you have any concerns or questions, please do not hesitate to contact teachers, counselors, administration or office staff so that potential difficulties can be quickly dealt with.

We look forward to our association in the coming year.

Brian Hilsen - Principal Bob Bevan- Asst. Principal John Dewar - Asst. Principal

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Registration Times

Our school system has changed the format for registration so that students begin classes as early as possible. ALL STUDENTS WILL REGISTER AT 8:35 A.M. ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4TH.

Students are asked to attend their Period 2 class (homeroom class) at 8:35 A.M. on that date. Lists will be posted in the main hallway indicating homerooms. This registration period will extend from 8:35 to 9:35 A.M. Following the registration period, students will move to their Period 1 class. After the morning break, Period 3 will occur. The afternoon will consist of Periods 4 and 5.

A regular schedule will occur on Wednesday.

Student fees can be paid during the registration period.

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COMMUNITY SCHOOL

Mount Royal Collegiate has recently been informed that the provincial government has recognized our school as one of the new community high schools in the province. We are eagerly anticipating the resources this new designation will provide for our students and community. As the plan for the use of funds earmarked for our school unfolds, we will strive to keep your informed. We are confident that all of our students will benefit from the extra resources our school will receive. We are pleased to join Nutana and Bedford Road as our city's newest community high schools.

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SCHEDULES FOR 2001-2002

During the year, we will have alternate schedules every Thursday. These times will be for staff, department and Leadership Council meetings. All other meetings will be held during non-school hours. Days on which the alternate schedule will be in effect will be clearly listed in the Students Handbook.

The regular and alternate schedules are as follows:

Regular Schedule
Alternate Schedules (Thursday)

Period 1

8:35 - 9:35

Period 2

9:40 - 10:46

Break

10:46 - 11:00

Period 3

11:00 - 12:00

Noon

12:00 - 1:10

Period 4

1:10 - 2:10

Period 5

2:15 - 3:15

Period 1

8:35 - 9:20

Period 2

9:25 - 10:15

Period 3

10:20 - 11:05

Break

11:05 - 11:20

Period 4

11:20 - 12:10

Period 5

12:15 - 1:05

At 1:05 p.m. students will be dismissed for lunch and staff and department meetings will begin at 2:15 p. m.

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New Staff

Linda Arnot

Counselling

Donna Olain

Bridges

David Dean

Mathematics

Ken Robertson

Chemistry/Science

John Dewar

Vice Principal

Bonnie Spencer

Mathematics

Shona Gryba

English

David Steer

Music (Sem. 1)

Laurie Hein

Social Studies/ English (Sem.1)

Kim Strange

Art/Music

Nina Henry

Community-School Coordinator

Cheryl Young

Resource Room (Sem. 1)

Tiffany Janzen

Mathematics

Travis Myrol

Social Studies

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Grade Nine Parents

For many grade nine parents, this year may be the first contact with a high school since they attended. To familiarize parents with the operation of Mount Royal, we will be holding an ORIENTATION NIGHT on Wednesday, September 12th starting at 7:00 P.M. Parents will have the opportunity to follow their student's timetables to get a sense of a typical day at Mount Royal.

The format for the night is an assembly in the Girls' Gym beginning at 7:00 P.M. After short introductions, we will proceed to your student's Period 1 class.

We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity we are providing. We look forward to meeting you at that time.

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PHOTOGRAPHS!

We remind parents that student photos will be taken on Wednesday, September 12th. Please have students come prepared with their best smiles for the occasion. There is no charge for the sitting and students will be offered a choice of two poses from which they may select prints.

Please note that if photos are not taken, the student's name will not appear in the yearbook.

Student photo ID cards may also be linked to our student bus passes for this year.

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TEXTBOOK RENTALS

Students are required to make a one-time deposit of $30.00 to Textbook Rentals for the use of textbooks. Students new to the school may pay by cheque, payable to Saskatoon Public School Division. (Note: This cheque should be separate from any cheque for school fees.) If all books are returned, students will be refunded the $30.00 fee upon graduation or leaving the school.

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 LOCKS & LOCKER INFORMATION

Grade 9 and new students must purchase a lock from the school. Lockers will be assigned by school personnel.

Students who are returning to Mount Royal Collegiate, and who were enrolled until the end of Semester Two, will retain the same lock and locker as last semester.

Students who are either upgrading, or who are former students who were not enrolled last semester, are asked to bring their school locks from home.

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SCHOOL CALENDAR 2001 - 2002

September 4

First day of school for all students

January 29

Semester II Begins

October 8

Thanksgiving Holiday

Feb. 18 - 22

Teachers' Convention and Institute and Mid Term Break

November 9

Elementary Staff P.D./Planning (Elementary students do not attend school).

March 15

Elementary Staff P.D./Planning (Elementary students do not attend school)

November 12

Holiday (Remembrance day)

March 29

Good Friday

December 21

Last Teaching Prior to Christmas Vacation

April 1 - 5

Spring Vacation

January 7

School Resumes

May 21

Victoria Day Holiday

January 25

Semester I Ends

June 27

Last Day of School for Students

January 28

Staff P.D./Planning(Elementary and collegiate students do not attend)

June 28

Last Day of School for Teachers

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AUTOMATED ATTENDANCE PHONING SYSTEM

This year at Mount Royal Collegiate we will be installing an automated phoning system to enhance communication with parents, students and teachers regarding student attendance. The new system will place calls to all homes of students who have been absent 1 or more class periods during a particular school day. We would encourage parents or guardians to phone our attendance secretary at 683-7805 to clear legitimate student absences and to inform the school of known future appointments.

We feel that with current and accurate attendance information we can all help our students become successful.

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TRACK AND FIELD

The 2001 Track and Field season proved to be a successful one. Although the team was small, the Mustang spirit was alive and well. Every athlete competed with heart and soul. Our team achieved many personal bests and top three finishes in running, jumping and throwing events.

Mount Royal athletes had superb performances at the City Championship, which was held on May 23rd and 24th at Griffiths Stadium. Our team competed with pride and determination. Top finishers included:

Kevin Bowkowy

Gold in javelin

Logan Hoehn

Gold in high jump

Ian Klassen

Gold in 4 x 100M relay

Jesilee Kohut

Silver in discus

Michael Linklater

Silver in high jump, Silver in 4 x 400M relay

Wendy Loveridge

Gold in discus, Bronze in shot put

Barrett Mahaffey

Gold in 4 x 100M relay,Silver in 4 x 400 M relay

Ashley Meakin

Bronze in the 100M

Jonathon Miller

Silver in 200M, 400M, Silver in 4 x 400M relay,Gold in 4 x 100M relay

Andrew Tremblay

Gold in 100M, 200M, Long jump, triple jump, 4 x 100M relay,Silver in 4 x 400M relay

 Performances at Provincials, which were held in Yorkton, SK on June 1st and 2nd were just as impressive! Athletes who placed in the top three were:

Logan Hoehn

Silver in high jump

Jonathon Miller

Silver in the 200M, 400M and 4 x 100M relay and Gold in the 4 x 400M relay

Andrew Tremblay

Bronze in long jump Gold in the 100M and 200M, where he set a new Provincial Record of 22.75 seconds

Congratulations also to Wendy Loveridge, Jesilee Kohut and Kevin Bowkowy for qualifying for Provincials. Michael Linklater qualified for Provincials, however, due to unfortunate circumstances, was unable to attend.

Thank you to all athletes for a great year!

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MUSTANG FEEDBAG

The Mustang Feedbag is located by the stairwell between the Boys and Girls Gyms. The Feedbag offers school supplies, Mustang Sweats and Sweatshirts and a variety of confections. If there is enough student interest, Bunnyhugs or vests may be ordered in the Fall. Hours of operation are 10:45 - 11:00 A.M. and 12:15 - 1:00 P.M. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday and 11:05 - 11:20 A.M. on Thursday. The Mustang Feedbag is closed on Fridays. Stop by and see what the store has to offer.

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INTERNET USE AT MOUNT ROYAL LIBRARY

Students are logged on to the Internet in the library only after they have signed Mount Royal's Internet Acceptable Use Policy, only for approved topics and only under the supervision of a staff member. Students are not to access E-mail or chat groups at any time. Inappropriate use of the Internet will lead to suspension of Internet privileges and/or other consequences deemed appropriate by staff.

At any time, parents or guardians are free to ask that their student no longer be given Internet access. Removal of Internet privileges by parent or guardian must be indicated by contacting Mount Royal Principal, Mr. Hilsen, or Teacher-Librarian, Mrs. Godin, at 683-7800.

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CONGRATULATIONS TO MOUNT ROYAL STUDENTS

Editor's Note: Please let us know about students' out-of-school accomplishments for future issues.

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FOLLOWING THE MUSTANGS …

Some of our former students have made the news! Congratulations to the following:

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STUDENT ARTISTS

MRCI students whose work was selected to be on display recently at the Mendel Art Gallery are:

Rachelle Cameron

Erin Plant

Marilyn Lam

James Vu

Sculpture

Sculpture

Sculpture

Air Brush

Other students had their paintings selected for display at the Diefenbaker Centre:Jolene Tarasoff, Sheena Meldrum and Alicia Doell

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TEACHER NEWS AND NOTES

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MOUNT ROYAL COLLEGIATE GRAD AWARDS June 25, 2001

Valedictorians

Ben Hettinga and Scott Bevan

Mustang Awards

Kent Earle, Stephanie Friesen, Jonathon Miller, Ian Klassen, Karlene Hamm,Kyle Nowosad, Thai Hoang, Kerri Brown, Megan Wilchynski, Danielle Bohach, Steven Kwok, Bunthan Prak, Tenille Thomson,Melissa Back, Melanie Parsons, Chelsea Boyd

Athletic Awards

Leanne Maczek and Justin Reis

Activities Awards

Troy Klassen and Jennifer Klotz

Citizenship Awards

Wendy Loveridge and Jamey Hughton

Performing Arts Award

Troy Klassen

Charlotte Hordern-Johnson Award

Jamey Hughton

Drayton Walker Shield

Bonnie Heilman

Mount Royal Alumni Bursary

Jenilee Kohut

Marlene Quinn Memorial Scholarship

Tashauna Knutson

Corning Scholarship

Leanne Maczek and Kyle Acott

Joey Nakrayko Scholarship

Jesilee Kohut

Saskatoon Board of Education Proficiency Award

Leanne Maczek

S.A. Penley Award

Scott Bevan

Subject Proficiency Awards:

Commerce and Computer Education

Jeannette Vu and Jackie Mikalsky

Mathematics

Paul Du

English Language Arts

Jonathon Miller

Physical Education (Girls)

Leanne Maczek and Wendy Loveridge

Creative Writing 30

Scott Bevan and Jamey Hughton

Physical Education (Boys)

Jaren Vetter

Drama 30

Jamey Hughton

Science: Biology

Leanne Maczek

Graphic Art 30

Thai Hoang

Science: Chemistry

Kyle Acott

Visual Art 30

Scott Bevan and Sanrann Son

Science: Physics

Jonathon Miller

Music 30

Chelsea Boyd

Social Studies

Kent Earle, Jonathon Miller and Jennifer Klotz

Home Economics

Lisa Cowan

Native Studies 30

Pamela Sasakamoose

Food Service Award

Sarah Fisher

Technology/Acklands

Kyle Claypool

French 30

Leanne Maczek and Melissa Back

Work Education

Kyle Claypool

Academic Achievement Awards:

Leanne Maczek

98.00%

Kyle Acott

93.57%

Chelsea Boyd

92.86%

Stephanie Friesen

94.14%

Bunthan Prak

93.43%

Brenda An

92.57%

Jeannette Vu

93.86%

Thai Hoang

93.14%

Karlene Hamm

92.57%

Jonathon Miller

93.71%

Jetta Pearson

93.14%

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Mount Royal Collegiate School Fees -- 2000 - 2001 Full Year

Grade 9 Compulsory Fees

.

Grade 10 Compulsory Fees

.

Mount Royal Association

$3.00

Mount Royal Association

$3.00

Accident Insurance

.75

Accident Insurance

.75

SSSAD

.50

SSSAD

.50

General

.85

General

.85

Student Handbook

6.00

Student Handbook

6.00

Mailing

3.60

Mailing

3.60

P.E. Supplies

3.50

P.E. Supplies

3.50

SRC Activity Fee

10.80

SRC Activity Fee

10.80

Computer 09

3.00

.

.

TOTAL

32.00

TOTAL

29.00

Physical Education Uniform. A Mount Royal Phys. Ed. Uniform is required for any students participating in Physical Education 09 or Physical Education 10

19.00

Physical education T-shirt only 7.00

7.00

Physical education shorts only 12.00

12.00

Grade 11 Compulsory Fees

.

Grade 12 Compulsory Fees

.

Mount Royal Association

$3.00

Mount Royal Association

$3.00

Accident Insurance

.75

Accident Insurance

.75

SSSAD

.50

SSSAD

.50

General

.85

General

.85

Student Handbook

6.00

Student Handbook

6.00

Mailing

3.60

Mailing

3.60

SRC Activity Fee

10.80

SRC Activity Fee

10.80

.

.

Partial Grad (includes grad gown rental)

32.00

TOTAL

25.50

TOTAL

57.50

Additional Class fees. Check your timetable for classes.

Accounting 10

6.00

French 09

5.00

Info Processing 10

3.00

Accounting 20

6.00

French 10

5.00

Mathematics 10

1.00

Accounting 30

6.00

French 20

5.00

Mathematics 20

1.00

Calculus 30

1.00

French 30

7.00

Mathematics A 30

1.00

Clothing 30

6.00

Graphic Arts 10

10.00

Mathematics B 30

1.00

Commercial Cooking 10

6.00

Graphic Arts 20

10.00

Mathematics C 30

1.00

Commercial Cooking 20

6.00

Graphic Arts 30

10.00

Physical Education 20

40.00

Commercial Cooking 30

6.00

Independent Living 10

6.00

Physical Education 30

50.00

Computer Science 20

3.00

Interior Design 30

6.00

Physical Education Supplies

3.50

Computer Science 30

3.00

Info Processing 10

3.00

Visual Art 20

5.00

Foods 30

6.00

Info Processing 10

3.00

Visual Art 30

5.00

COMPULSORY SCHOOL FEES DO NOT INCLUDE A YEARBOOK. ALL FEES MUST BE PAID IN FULL BEFORE YOU WILL BE PLACED ON OUR YEARBOOK LIST.

ADDITIONAL FEES (OPTIONAL)

Corridor Lock -- New Students (Each student MUST use a Mount Royal lock)

5.75

Yearbook

24.00

PLEASE MAKE CHEQUE PAYABLE TO MOUNT ROYAL COLLEGIATE

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