Principal's Message
We are nearing the final stretch of the school year. For the first time, many of our students will be writing a final high school or diploma exam. Our staff will be assisting them with preparation for exams. Many students have resumed participation in activities outside of school. Many students have also taken on employment. We encourage you to help your students to create schedules to assist them with managing their time and make their school work a priority.
Our school continues to grow. We are anticipating close to 800 students for the 2022-2023 school year. We are excited to host the largest student group in MMM history. This will not come without challenges. Class sizes will remain the same, but you may notice more congestion around the school.
I would like to invite all parents to an evening presentation by Yara Kodershah on May 19 at 7:00pm at the school. This event is being sponsored by the MMM School Council. Yara has been working with our staff in the area of EDIAR (Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Anti-Racism). Yara brings a wealth of experience having worked with many organization throughout the country. Her presentation will provide you a background on EDIAR and the work being done in our community.
We are excited to invite our families and students to join us on the evening of May 25th for food and festivities as we are now able to showcase the great work our students are doing in the Arts and CTS programs at MMM. All families are welcome as it will be an opportunity to meet our staff.
Dean Rootsaert, Principal MMM
Mystery Solved
On behalf of everyone involved in Clue, cast, crew and staff, we would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all of those who supported our production. The reception of live theatre after such a long break was truly appreciated. We would also like to personally acknowledge all students and their families for the long hours and hard work that went into making this a wonderful experience. Our students are truly talented and gifted artists, being able to showcase this is a privilege.
Improv
May 11th, our Improv Team is performing in the Northern Alberta Improv League finals. Stay tuned for more information about the venue and format of the finals. Currently, Rapid Fire Theatre is asking schools about the possibility of a return to in person improv for the finals. More information to come, keep your eyes on our Instagram page for updates.
EDIAR
Equity Diversity Inclusion Anti-Racism
A presentation for the MMM Community
May 19 - 7:00pm - 8:30pm
We believe that each person is created in the image and likeness of God and in the goodness, dignity and worth of each person. We honour the dignity in each person by treating one another with empathy, compassion, and respect. Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Anti-Racism are guiding values consistent with Catholic Social Teaching, reaffirming dignity at every level.
The MMM school council invites you to attend an engaging and thought provoking session presented by Yara Kodershah. Yara will outline what EDIAR is and the important work being done in our world through the lens of EDIAR. Yara has been consulting with our staff throughout the school year as we continue to move forward as a school and staff in our understanding of EDIAR and its place in education. We encourage MMM families to join us in person in the school learning commons. We are also looking forward to Yara being able to connect with the staff and students in our school during our professional development day on May 20.
Model United Nations
On Saturday, April 23, MMM Students had a fantastic and successful time at the inaugural Mini Model UN at Archbishop Macdonald High School! The students did a fantastic job in this event and have been invited back to next year's event!
Ways to Support your Child In Social Studies and English Classes!
As we enter into the month of May and the second half of our semester, we find our students starting to feel the strain of being back in the rigor of High School. As we near our Summer Break, it is a great opportunity to re-set, take a moment to reflect on student success, and set some strategies to tackle the rest of the academic semester.
The Social Studies and English Department have some ways to help support student learning and skills at home. Since the pandemic shifted the way students learn, we are now finding that some key areas of knowledge, practice and study skills are in need of extra support. Although we facilitate the learning of these in our classroom, there are still ways students may be supported at home. In addition, there are tools available in class and digitally on the Google Classroom of each teacher that can, and should, support students in their learning.
We strongly encourage parents and guardians to review the Program of Studies for each course. Although there are many layers to these programs, it helps establish the foundations for each level and subject, how students are assessed, and what skills are important for student success based on their ability.
Social Studies Program of Studies
English Language Arts Program of Studies
Tips and Strategies for Student Success:
Exam & Diploma Preparation:
Current Events Platforms:
Newslea, CBC Gem, Edmonton Journal
Reading Ideas
Goodreads, ‘The New Yorker’ and ‘Scientific America’, Epic Reads and Fierce Reads
Writing Prompts and Strategies
Podcasts to Listen to with your Teen
Romper.com, Teacherthought.com
Specifically Social Studies
A note about Part A Final Exams in Social Studies (10 and 20 level)
All Part B Final exams will be written during class time using Chrome Books and a secured online account.
Students will be given the entire time within their block plus an additional 30 minutes of writing time.
This time will be allocated as follows:
Block 1:
Exams will begin at 8:00 am and will finish at the end of Block 1.
Block 2:
Exams will begin at the start of Block 2 and will run 30 minutes into the lunch hour.
Block 3:
Exams will begin at 11:45 am and will finish at the end of Block 3.
Block 4:
Exams will begin at the start of block 4 and will end at 3:40pm.
This allotted time (with the additional 30 minutes) allows for proper completion of the assigned written responses at each level according to the demands of the assignments.
Students are encouraged to prepare themselves for all final exams by engaging in fulsome review of course materials, course review packages (such as the Castlerock Key) as well as completion of any review work provided by their teacher.
Summer School
Changemaker Day
May 26
MMM students will be challenged to create change within our world by making it a better place to be. During the day students will hear messages from guest speakers who have made the decision to positively impact their greater communities through the work they do. Following our speakers, students will engage in Changemaking projects. These will include everything from direct service to advocacy projects. Students will be signing up for these projects one week in advance. We are excited to continue this good work inspired by our namesake, Mother Margaret Mary.
Upcoming Dates
May 13 - School Dance - 7:00pm - 10:00 pm
May 19 - Parent Presentation on EDIAR - 7:00pm
May 20 - PD Day - No Classes
May 25 - Meet the Staff - 6:15pm
May 25 - Spring Fine Arts and CTS Gala - 7:00pm
May 26 - Changemaker Day - Social Justice Acts of Service
June 2 - Athletic Awards Night
June 16 - Last day of classes (students must attend exam dates)
June Final Exams
This is a list of all major exams, teachers may communicate other in-class exam dates directly to their classes.
- June 13 - English 30-1, 30-2 - Diploma Part A
- June 14 - Social Studies 30-1, 30-2 - Diploma Part A
- June 17 - Math 30-1, 30-2 - Diploma
- June 17 - Math 10C, 20-1, 20-2 - Final Exam
- June 20 - English 30-1, 30-2 - Diploma Part B
- June 20 - English 10-1, 10-2, 20-1, 20-2 - Final Exam
- June 22 - Social Studies 30-1, 30-2 - Diploma Part B
- June 22 - Social Studies 10-1, 10-2, 20-1, 20-2 - Final Exam
- June 23 - Biology 30 - Diploma
- June 23 - Biology 20 - Final Exam
- June 24 - Chemistry 30 - Diploma
- June 24 - Chemistry 20 - Final Exam
- June 27 - Physics 30 - Diploma
- June 27 - Science 10, Physics 20 - Diploma
- June 28 - Science 30 - Diploma
- June 28 - Science 20 - Final Exam
Chief Superintendent's Message
In our Catholic faith, Mary, the Mother of God, plays a central role for us. Through her “yes” to God, salvation was born into this world in the person of Jesus. We begin our calendar year with the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God, and have many other special days to honour her.
Credits:
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