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1265 Citadel Drive, Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 5X6 Tel: 604-945-6187 Fax: 604-937-8042
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January 31st, 2018 Volume #23 Issue #5
Dear Parents/Guardians:
Sleep is the best meditation. Dalai Lama
According to Canadian Paediatric Society, middle
school students need between 9-10 hours of sleep
every day. Teens need more sleep because their
minds and bodies are growing quickly. In order for
us to perform at optimum, we need sleep. There
are many reasons for student sleep deprivation.
The increase use of technology, social media and
gaming can raise concerns about physical and
emotional health. Chronically sleep deprived
students will have difficulty learning, listening,
concentrating, solving problems and making good
decisions. Insufficient sleep can also affect their
mood and ability to regulate negative emotions. A
consistent sleep routine, every day, with a
consistent sleep and wake time will improve
memory, engagement with learning, motivation and
social interactions. Think of sleep as important as
the air you breathe, the water you drink and the
food you eat. I hope you find this BBC article
interesting:
http://www.bbc.com/future/story/20180110-the-
vital-time-you-really-shouldnt-be-on-social-media
Our Grade 8s have begun their secondary school
transition process. Many thanks to Ms. Sullivan
and the Grade 8 teachers for their efforts on
helping students have a successful transition to
Grade 9.
We are continuing to focus on our school goal of
building community. Teachers have been
facilitating talking circles about respect, belonging
and inclusion. We are cognizant of not becoming
complacent and remembering that we still have
work to do regarding diversity. On this note,
February is Black History Month, a time to honour
the legacy of Black Canadians. For 2018, the
theme of the Government of Canada’s Black
History Month campaign is Black Canadian Women:
Stories of Strength, Courage and Vision.
Happy Year of the Brown Earth Dog!
Onwards and upwards,
Abby Soh Principal
CITADEL MIDDLE SCHOOL
Mission Statement
Working together, our mission is to provide a safe, nurturing and responsive
environment that meets the unique developmental needs of early
adolescents. A Special Pl-ace for a Special Age
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Important Dates
Thursday, Feb. 8 Whistler Ski Day (optional)
Friday, Feb. 9 School not in session
Monday, Feb. 12 BC Family Day – No School
Wednesday, Feb. 14 Lunch Lady
Monday, Feb. 19 PAC Meeting 7pm Library
All welcome to attend
Wednesday, Feb. 21 ArtStarts Performance 1-2pm
Wednesday, Feb. 21 Grade 5 Orientation Evening
7-8pm gym - For all incoming
Grade 6s & their parents
Friday, Feb. 23 District Pro D Day – No school
Monday, Feb. 26 School wide field trip day
Wednesday, Feb. 28 Pink Shirt Day
Tuesday, March 6 Grade 5 Parent Information
Evening 7-8pm Library
Lunch Lady
Thursday, March 15 Report Cards go home
Friday, March 16 Last day of school before
spring break
Monday, March 19 Spring Break – No School
Thursday, March 29
Friday, March 20 Good Friday – No School
Monday, April 2 Easter Monday – No School
Tuesday, April 3 School reopens after spring
break
TEAM HURRICANE
Welcome to 2018! Team Hurricane teachers would
like to take this opportunity to thank families for
their generosity. We truly loved reading your kind
words and the thoughtful gifts. We are looking
forward to continuing our important work with your
child this year.
In French with Mme. D’Alfonso, students are
working on a unit on Carnaval that will conclude on
“Mardi Gras” (Feb. 13) with a pancake breakfast.
Joyeux Carnaval tout le monde!
In Language arts students are busy researching
and writing their speeches. They will also be
learning how to best present their information in a
captivating and entertaining way. Thank you to
parents, in advance, for listening to your child’s
speeches and supporting them through this
process. We will have team finals towards the end
of February. Students who are successful in their
presentation may have the opportunity to move on
to the District Speaking Festival on April 10th.
In Science, we have been working on a Chemistry
unit and have done some work with crystallization.
Students will be writing a test in the middle of the
month before moving on to an experiment based
project to learn about the scientific method.
In Socials with Ms. Leach, students have just
finished up a project about Mesopotamia and are
moving into a study around Ancient Egypt.
In field trip news, Team Hurricane will be going to
Science World on Feb. 26th. Our students will
explore the various galleries, participate in a
workshop, and view an OMNImax movie. In order
for this field trip to happen, we will need parent
drivers and volunteers. Thank you in advance to
those who are able to join us.
TEAM AVALANCHE
So far in 2018, our team has been learning about
ancient civilizations as well as the factors which
cause civilizations to thrive and decline. Ms. Turje’s
class has begun a unit on Mesopotamia and Ms.
Mattson and Mr. Rasmussen’s classes have been
studying Ancient Greece as well as Greek
Mythology. In Science, our team is looking at
Extreme environments as well as finishing a unit
about Climate Change. For P.E, our team is in full
swing with our wrestling and basketball units. We
also are having students investigate healthy living
through tracking a daily food journal and will begin
to research during Career Ed in order to prepare
for our Community Action Project. Our upcoming
team fieldtrip will on February 26th will be snow
tubing at Mount Seymour. We ask that you please
return permission forms and cash or cheque by
February 19th. Thank you for your continued
support in your child’s learning.
TEAM FIRESTORM
Team Firestorm students have been working hard
in January. In Math, the grade 7’s recently
finished a unit on transformations and the grade
6’s started Math Basics Testing. All of our classes
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finished off their unit on electricity. This included
a lively debate about power generation methods in
the MACC classes.
With February upon us, the team is really looking
forward to beginning the Firestorm Olympics in
Social Studies.
TEAM THUNDER
January has been a busy month for team Thunder!
Our grade 8s just finished their high school visits,
and many of our student have expressed interested
in attending different honors/IB programs around
our district. While the grade 8's were out of the
building last week, our grade 7's had a
blast getting to spend some special time together
on a bowling field trip. In Language
Arts, all classes started reading Madeline L'Engle's
classic novel, A Wrinkle in Time, in preparation for
the Disney film release of this title coming up in
March. In Integrated Studies, students focused
on science this month, studying light, computational
thinking and microscopes. Up next, we are looking
forward to continuing with our Renaissance unit and
our upcoming Skating field trip on Monday
February 26th!
TEAM TROPICAL
Grade 8’s toured their neighbourhood high school
on the afternoon of Fri. Jan. 26. This opportunity
to see how a high school is organized, and gain
insight to the Electives is very valuable for many
students. Being able to picture their new school
also alleviates some uncertainty.
Students are asked to think about their yearbook
quote, which will be read as they cross the stage at
our Leaving Ceremony in June. They will be given
time in the computer lab to submit this online, as
well as to complete a survey for the yearbook.
Unfortunately, Langley Extreme Air Park field trip
planned for Feb. 26 has been cancelled. We are
working on alternative plans for that day.
Parents can follow their son/daughter’s school
work by checking Edmodo, Freshgrade, and the
student’s binder.
EXPLORATIONS
TECH ED NEWS It’s hard to believe Term 2 is almost done in the
Shop. All students started the term with a safety
and power tool review. We also spent some time
looking at hand tools, gave them a try and then
they learned to really appreciate the power tools!
The Grade 6/7’s started the term by designing,
building, decorating and rolling gravity racecars.
Some of their designs were quite unique and cute
and they worked hard at adjusting them to get the
best roll possible. We spent some time before
Christmas break working on tea light holders which
they cut, drilled, sanded and put a finish on.
Hopefully some of you received them as Christmas
presents. There’s nothing better than a homemade
gift made with love under the tree. These classes
are currently working on making a yo-yo to finish
the term, a toy which requires no batteries or
technology!!! The Grade 8 classes started their
term by cutting, power sanding and finish sanding
their big letters which hopefully they have hung up
in their rooms. They also made a project just in
time for Christmas, a beautiful cedar and pine
trinket box. It’s always amazing how their skills
improve over the three years of Tech Ed. The 8’s
are finishing up their term by designing, cutting
parts, drilling holes, and sanding their gumball
machine, a favorite project for the students.
ATHLETICS
We are starting basketball
again and we have four teams
running.
Grade 6’s are co-ed and they
play at lunch time Tuesday,
Thursday and Friday, with
some grade 8’s helping to coach and referee.
Coaches are Mr. Svorinic and Ms. Marcone
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Grade 7 boys are coached by Ms. Dawson and Ms.
Ryznar (Sam’s Mom) and they practice Friday after
school with games on Tuesday.
Grade 8 girls are coached by Ms. Weir and Ms.
Bjerke, and they practice Thursday afterschool
and games are on Wednesday.
Grade 8 boys are coached by Mr. Goring and they
practice Monday’s, with games on Wednesday.
We still need Refs and Scorekeepers for the
upcoming season, parents are welcome to
participate. E-mail Mr. Goring to request more
details. [email protected]
SCHOOL DISTRICT NEWS
*IMPORTANT RIVERSIDE DATES FOR
GRADE 8 PARENTS*
February 5-9th- Honours acceptance letters
emailed out
February 7th - Parent Info Evening re: Grade 8
Programming Information and 1:1 Technology
Information Evening 6:30-8:00pm
COMMUNITY EVENTS
POCO Youth Hope everyone had a wonderful break. What
better way to get back into it, then some of our
winter programs starting soon. It is never too early
to get the skills necessary to become a babysitter,
or the confidence to be able to stay home alone.
We also have a delicious program cooking up.
What’s cooking will sure get your taste buds
talking. Lastly, we also have a girls time program,
with one of our female Rec Leaders who is sure to
be a friendly face. Don’t forget to grab our Youth
Access Card (YAC) for $15. This gets you unlimited
access to our drop in programs for an entire year,
including the over so popular Late Night Skate
returning Friday’s at the Rec Complex.
More information can be found online at
www.pocoyouth.com , www.experienceit.ca or by
calling 604-927-7962”
“PASSPORT TO CITADEL”
GRADE 5 STUDENT/PARENT - ORIENTATION EVENING
Wednesday, February 21st, 2018, 7:00 – 8:00 pm – Gymnasium
Students and their parents will have an opportunity to complete a
Citadel Middle School “passport” while touring our school.
Our Team TEAL, Counsellor, Youth Care Worker, Vice Principal and Principal
will be on hand to facilitate the orientation.
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PARENT INFORMATION EVENING – GRADE 5 PARENTS ONLY
Tuesday, March 6th, 2018 7:00 – 8:00 pm
Citadel Middle Library
Please join Abby Soh (Principal) and Rick Dhaliwal (Vice Principal)
for an opportunity to learn about Citadel Middle School, prior to your
son/daughter joining us in September.
We will discuss features of the middle school, look at similarities and
differences between middle school and elementary schools, review procedures
and, of course, answer questions!
We look forward to meeting you and to working with your family.
Please RSVP to let us know if you are able to attend the Wednesday, February 21st
Orientation and/or the parent information session.
Please call Citadel Middle School at 604-945-6187 to confirm your attendance.
Order a yearbook today. Last
chance to order for $50.00 Prices
will increase after January 31/18.
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Parent & Caregivers’ Circle Education and support for parents and caregivers who
are concerned about their youth and substance use.
The journey of parenting can have many highs and lows. This is especially true when faced with
the challenging task of parenting a teenager.
Participants will:
• Increase their knowledge about substance use
• Find support from other parents/ caregivers
• Build skills in effective communication
• Learn to manage tough emotions
• Foster healthier life balance
Mindful Youth
How to Deal with Anxiety, Worry and Stress Group for youth aged 16-17
Mindful Youth is an 8 week group that
meets one afternoon a week in a supportive
and safe environment. Youth can share their
experiences; and discover mindfulness tools
to help cope.
Parent & Youth Orientation: Thursday
February 1, 2017 4:00-5:30pm
6 Youth Sessions: Thursdays,
Feb 8 – March 15, 2017 4:00-5:30pm
Parent &Youth Wrap-up: Thursday
March 22, 2017 4:00-5:30pm
Location:
SHARE Family and Community Services
2615 Clarke St, Port Moody, BC
In this group youth will:
❖ Learn how anxiety and worry work
❖ Learn healthy coping skills that help
ground youth and connect them to the
present moment
❖ Learn how to tame worry and anxiety,
how to work with thoughts, feelings, and
emotions
❖ Receive take home material, with tools
and resources (materials for parents will
also be provided)
To Register: Contact SHARE Intake at
604-937-6969 Cost: FREE
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Are you a student who:
• is interested in big ideas like freedom, identity, and power?
• is always drawing, doodling and thinking visually?
•wants to find connections between English, Social Studies and Visual Arts?
• is looking to express your learning in a variety of ways?
• contributes to group projects and discussions?
JumpstArt: thinking inside, outside and around the box.
Email Cindy Quach at [email protected] or David Gilbar at [email protected] or visit jumpstartgleneagle.ca for more information.
Is JumpstArt 9 at Gleneagle right for you? JumpstArt 9 is a thematically integrated, enriched Art/Humanities program offered only
at Gleneagle Secondary. Students in JumpstArt earn credit for English, Social
Studies and two Visual Arts courses simultaneously while working together for half of
each day through the entire year.
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TRI-CITY EAGLES
FIELD HOCKEY CLUB 2018 SEASON REGISTRATION
Girls born 2000-2013 are invited to get involved in the second ranking sport in the world!
U-11 to U-18 teams compete in the Greater Vancouver Junior Field Hockey league from Mid-March to June. Season Fee $135. The Club also offers a Mini-Hockey Program for U-10 girls and boys (minis born 2008 - 2009 & mites born 2010 - 2013). Season fee for Minis & Mites is $110. We now offer a program for U-12 Boys (birthdates 2006-2008) Registration information is on our website: www.tcfieldhockey.com PLAYERS MUST FIRST REGISTER WITH FIELD HOCKEY BRITISH COLUMBIA to obtain a player identification
number – required to complete registration with TC Field
Hockey. See our website for details.
Registration Deadline U-11 to U-18: Returning Players and New Registrants
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 1ST A $10 late fee will be charged after Feb. 1st if space is available.
Registration Deadline for U-10 players: THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 22ND A $10 late fee will be charged after March 1st if space is available.
www.tcfieldhockey.com | 604-619-4034
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Making your summer plans yet?
Think … Summer Learning!
Elementary: July 10-27 9am-12pm K to 1 Transition, Fine Arts, French Immersion, Integrated Studies, Montessori, Math, Reading & Writing, Coding (Info Tech), Science - Outdoor Focus Middle: July 10-27 8:45am-11:45am Art, Band, Creative Writing, Drama, Home Ec/Culinary, Integrated Studies, Language Arts, Mathematics, Montessori, PE/Leadership, Coding (Info Tech), Science Grade 6/7 (Ecology/ Outdoor Focus), Tech Ed Secondary Skill Building & Remedial: July 10-27 8:30-11:30am & 12:00-3:00pm English,
English for School Success, Math, Music, Science, Fitness, Tech Ed Advanced (High School) Credit: Face-to-face & Online blended (Fast Track): July 4 - August 10 8:00-11:30am & 12:00-3:30pm Gr 10, 11, and 12 courses in English, Mathematics & Sciences. Canadian Studies 10, Career Life Education (Planning), Fitness & Conditioning 11/12, PE 10/11, Social Studies 10/11, Composition 11 & Communications 12
See our website for full info: www.summerlearningcoquitlam.ca Tuition is free for BC residents (International fees apply otherwise) 13 school locations throughout the Tri Cities Registration opens in late April, create/update your account today
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