Provincial Exam Results
By the end of July you will be able to view your Provincial Exam results by visiting the Ministry of Education’s secure web site. Click on the following link. https://www.bced.gov.bc.ca/exams/tsw/tsw/student/ . You will need the PEN number that can be found on the report card.

June Final Exam Schedule -Click here to view the June Final Exam schedule.

June Final Exam Schedule
-Click here to view the June Final Exam schedule.

Report Cards
Report cards are available for pick up on Wednesday June 30th from 12:00-3:00pm. Report cards not picked up on this day will be held in the office and will be available for pickup during summer office hours of 7:30-2:30.

Friday June 18th Announcements:
-Grads who signed up for the Show and Shine will load your cars at 11:45 at the east side of the school.
- Just a reminder to students, that if you have been given a number for yearbook pickup, please be patient, the office will call you down by number to assist you.
-G rade 11's please come into the office to pickup a Grad form to be completed.
- Attention all students.....are you into Mountain Biking?.......If you are interested in volunteering at a Mountain Biking event on July 3 and 4th see Mr. Bartlett in the counselling center.....LB

Grad 2011 Dates
Thank you to those Grade 11 parents who could attend our Grad Parent meeting for next year's Grads this past Wednesday April 16th. You can mark the following dates on your calendars for next year as we now have confirmed dates for some of our activities.

-Prom Saturday June 11 at Ramada Inn, Abbotsford
-Grad Ceremonies Friday June 17th followed by the Dry Grad

2010/2011 School Plan
-Click on the following link to view Robert Bateman Secondary's 2010/2011 School Plan. Each department has goals, objectives that they will strive to meet. The School Plan focuses on three of those goals.

Alumni Rugby Game
-Come on out to watch the Bateman Alumni Rugby game Thur. June 24 th at 5:15 pm. Should be quite the match.

Thursday June 17th Announcements:
-There will be a special meeting on today at lunch in N101 for any Culture Club members who would like to participate in some FREE and extremely awesome field trips this summer! See Mrs. Henderson for details!
- Grade 11's come to the office and pick up your grad application forms to be filled out and handed in today.
- Yearbooks will be distributed tomorrow from 7am to 8 am and during lunch. Weather permitting the yearbooks will be distributed outside at the front of the school or downstairs in the round room.
- Sign up for Show and Shine today at lunch in the round room.
-Mandatory Senior girls rugby meeting at start of lunch in Art Room - your hands are going to be embedded in the future of the school.

Grad 2011 Parent Meeting
There will be a Grade 11 Parent Meeting on Wednesday, June 16th in the Multi-Purpose Room at 7:00pm for the parents of next year's graduating class. The administration and staff of Robert Bateman is seeking parent input into the dates and configuration of the Grad Ceremony, Prom, and Lock-in for 2011, Your voice in making these decisions is important to us. Hope to see you there.

Wednesday June 16th Announcements:
- There will be a special meeting on Thursday at lunch in N101 for any Culture Club members who would like to participate in some FREE and extremely awesome field trips this summer! See Mrs. Henderson for details!
- A reminder that all library books are now due. Students with unreturned books will not be able to pick up their yearbooks, so avoid disapointment and delay - return your library books now!
- Show and Shine sign up in the round room today at lunch.

Tuesday June 15th Announcements:

-Would all football team members please bring your playbooks and a pencil to the multi-purpose room for the 2:55 practice today.
- Attention grade 11 students interested in English Advanced Placement next year. Mr. Fisher will be holding an informational meeting for parents on Tuesday evening at 7:00 pm in W304.
- Today is the final day to purchase your CandyGrams! So come on down to the roundroom today at lunch. CandyGrams are .50 cents each and you must know the block C class for the person your sending the CandyGram to.
- All boys interested in playing basketball next year there is a meeting in room w104 with Mr Braich at the beginning of lunch.
-Wolf Pack members for 2010-11 (that's current grade 10's and 11's) have an important meeting in the Band Room this Wednesday at lunch. All of next year's Wolf Pack students must attend.
-Pizza will be on sale this Wednesday and Thursday in the Stump. Make sure you bring your money for pizza at lunch at the end of this week.

Japan 2010 trip members:
The final meeting for students on the trip is tomorrow (Tues.) at the beginning of lunch in Mr. Faulkner's room. Arigato!
-The cafeteria is closed after today. Please remember to bring a lunch tomorrow.
- Teens for Teens concert is tonight. Greg Neufeld and Brook Harris will be singing at the Matsqui Centennial Auditorium. Tickets are $15.00 at the door

Monday June 14th Announcements:
-Attention grade 11 students interested in English Advanced Placement next year. Mr. Fisher will be holding an informational meeting for parents on Tuesday evening at 7:00 pm in W304.
-Wolf Pack members for 2010-11 (that's current grade 10's and 11's) have an important meeting in the Band Room this Wednesday at lunch. All of next year's Wolf Pack students must attend.
-Pizza will be on sale this Wednesday and Thursday in the Stump. Make sure you bring your money for pizza at lunch at the end of this week.
-The cafeteria is only open until Tuesday this week. Please remember to bring a lunch after Tuesday!
-If you want a yearbook on June 17th please bring your payment into the office no later than tomorrow.
- Would Oliver Jorgensen, Jennifer Renz, David Rose, Jaymie Thompson, Brayden Tielmann, and James Chang please see Mr. Ritchie at the start of lunch in E305.

Friday June 11th Announcements:
-Today is your last chance to buy Bateman Gear. Pick up your hats and sweatshirts at the Stump today at lunch.
- Senior girls volley ball tryouts today! Any girls interested in playing must attend. Practice will run from 2:45-4:00 pm in the gym. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Burk.

Wednesday June 9th Announcements:
-All girls who played basketball, volleyball or soccer please meet Mr. Chambers in the gym at the start of lunch.
- Any school athletes who have not picked up their athletic banquet tickets should see Mr. Chambers in the gym at lunch today.
- Thursday, June 10th, Abbotsford Commmunity Services will be here to present Certificates of Service to many of our wonderful Culture Club Members! We meet in the Choir room for a pizza lunch lunch to celebrate! Don't miss it! Check the list in N101 or see Mrs. Henderson to see if you qualify!
Football practice today at 3 pm in the gym.
Senior Girls Volleyball try outs today and Friday Any girls interested in playing must attend. Practices will run from 2:45-4pm in gym. Any questions, please see Mrs. Burk.
-You can purchase your yearbook in the Office. Buy yours now so that you can get your yearbook on June 17th.
-Check out the girls rugby display in the lower fouer; The girls are showcased in their prom dresses! Important girls rugby meeting in Mr.Dods room at the start of lunch today.

Award Night
-Don't forget that this Thursday June 10th at 7:00pm in the MPR is our Academic Awards night. See you there.

Senior Girls Volleyball Tryouts
-Senior Girls Volleyball try outs will be 9th and 11th, Wednesday and Friday. Any girls interested in playing must attend. Practices will run from 2:45-4pm in gym. Any questions, please see Mrs. Burk.

Timberwolf Football Update
- Wolves Football tryouts begin today June 8th at 3 pm in the gym.

Tuesday June 8th Announcements:
-There is an important meeting for all boys and girls who played basketball this year at the start of lunch in the gym. Please be prompt.
-Sr and Jr Boys rugby have a brief important meeting in W104 at the start of lunch today.
-Sr Boys soccer have a brief important meeting in E202 (Mr. Myles' room) at the start of lunch today.
-Jr Girls Volleyball players meet Mrs. Plantinga in the gym at the start of lunch today.
- Golfers meet Mr Chambers in the gym at 11:30 today.

Senior Boys Rugby - A big thank you to all staff and students who came out to support the Sr. boys rugby team at the provincials last week. Saturday saw the boys defeat Yale 18-11 to finish 7th in the province. Well done lads!

Monday June 7th Announcements:
-Wolves Football tryouts begin TuesdayJune 8th at 3 pm in the gym.
- Senior girls volleyball tryouts will be held today, June 9th and 11th. Any girls interested in playing must attend. Practices will run from 2:45 - 4:00 pm in the gym. Any questions, please see Mrs. Burk.
-Important Key club meeting in Mrs. Calders room today at lunch for all current and future members. Come out and have your say.
- Att'n all members of the junior boys rugby team: There will be a short meeting in the large gym at the start of lunch today too get your tickets for the rugby awrds night this Wednesday. If you can't make the meeting see Mr. Sagert today to get your tickets.

Timberwolf Football Update
- Wolves Football tryouts begin Tuesday June 8th at 3 pm in the gym.

Senior Girls Volleyball Tryouts
-Senior Girls Volleyball try outs will be June 7th, 9th and 11th, Next monday , Wednesday and Friday. Any girls interested in playing must attend. Practices will run from 2:45-4pm in gym. Any questions, please see Mrs. Burk.

Friday June 4th Announcements:
-All grads going to prom please check your table numbers on the conselling centre window...if you have any questions please see Mrs Longpe.
-Yearbooks will be distributed on June 17th at lunch. Please see Kate in the office if you would like to purchase one. Time is limited, so don't delay!

Thursday June 3rd Announcements:
-There is no Culture Club today, but a special pizza party for all regularly attending members happens NEXT Thursday, June 10th in the Round Room. Community Service letters will be presented as well. Don't miss this last gathering of the year!
- Could the following students see Mr. Pinto at the beginning of lunch: Leah Adrian, Jaimie Tourigny & Jesse Nyl
-A reminder of the Bateman Cares meeting Thursday at the lunch in Mrs. Anderton's room. Bring your event planning sheets.
-Senior Girls Volleyball try outs will be June 7th, 9th and 11th, Next monday , Wednesday and Friday. Any girls interested in playing must attend. Practices will run from 2:45-4pm in the gym. Any questions, please see Mrs. Burk.
-Wolves Football - the first practice is next Tuesday, June 8th in the gym. Dress in shorts, t-shirt and running shoes, but bring your cleats.

Bateman Cares
Congratulations to Mrs. Anderton and three of the Bateman Cares members: Lorna Richards, Jean Kim and Adria Martin. These ladies volunteered at The World Hunger Day, rice raiser outside of Save on Foods yesterday after school. The "Think Globally, Act Locally" fund raiser had the group selling donated bags of rice (500, 1 KG bags donated by the store) for $3 a piece, with all the rice going to the Abbotsford food bank and the money going to global hunger. When the girls arrived, the booth had only been able to sell 55 bags of rice. They managed to sell an additional 321 bags yesterday afternoon, raising over $1000 dollars (not including the Save on More point donations and till sales). The money will be matched by the BC government, doubling the fund raising.

RBSS Local School Calendar 2010-2011
Click on the following link to view the approved local school calendar for Robert Bateman Secondary for the 2010-2011 school year.

Wednesday June 2nd Announcements:
-A reminder of the Bateman Cares meeting Thursday at lunch in Mrs. Anderton's room. Bring your event planning sheets.
- Senior Girls Volleyball try outs will be June 7th, 9th and 11th, Next monday , Wednesday and Friday. Any girls interested in playing must attend. Practices will run from 2:45-4pm in gym. Any questions, please see Mrs. Burk.
- Yearbooks are arriving soon and selling out fast. Buy yours in the office.

Tuesday June 1st Announcements:
-Grads remember that the deadline for Grad parade forms to be handed in to the counselling centre is tomorrow.
- There will be a short meeting in the large gym at 11:05 today for the Jr. Boys Rugby team where details will be given for the season-ending activities. Don't miss it! If you are unable to make the meeting see Mr. Sagert after school today.

Senior Boys Rugby
-Hey Bateman, the Sr. Boys rugby team have a big game against Shawnigan Lake on Wednesday at 4:00 pm on field 3 at Exhibition Park. Come on out and support your boys and watch a great game.

Monday May 31st Announcements:
-Grads please remember to get your Grad Parade Registration forms into the counselling centre by this Wednesday, June 2nd.
- Ms. Bacon's Sustainable Resources 12 students are reminded to meet i the round room promptlhy at lunch for the BC Hydro award presentation.
- Reminder to First Nations students: Tomorrow there will be an aboriginal presentation on "social dances" students wishing to participate must have permission from teachers to attend. time of the presentation will be from 10:30-12:00. Mrs.Baker will provide snacks/drinks for those who participate.
-June 3rd is the Aboriginal Awards Ceremony at the Abbey Arts Centre. Registration starts at 5pm. See Mrs.Baker for more details
-Mrs.Baker has invited the Clayburn grade 8's over for a pizza lunch this Friday June 3rd. Mrs.Baker will need some volunteers to give a tour of the school to the students who will be transitioning here next fall. Again, you will need teacher permission to participate, see Mrs.Baker to sign up.

Abbotsford Police Issue Public Notification  (May 28, 2010)
Re: James Douglas CAMPBELL
 James Douglas CAMPBELL, age 59, is subject of a public notification conducted by the Abbotsford Police Department.  CAMPBELL is 5’9” tall and weighs 161 lbs, balding with grey hair, and blue eyes and wears glasses. CAMPBELL will be frequenting the Abbotsford area.  CAMPBELL has a history of violent offences including sexual assaults and forcible confinement.  CAMPBELL’s criminal history also includes thefts, break and enters, firearms convictions and fraud related offences. CAMPBELL’s victims include female children between the ages of 5-12 years.  CAMPBELL did offend against a victim on her way to school. Please see below for current supervised conditions CAMPBELL is subject to. Conditions *No contact with any person under the age of 18, unless accompanied by a responsible adult approved of by a parole officer. *Not to consume any illegal drugs or alcohol.  *Not to be in a vehicle alone. *Report all relationships with parents/guardians of children under 18 years.

If you see this individual in violation of any of the conditions listed above please contact your local police agency immediately or Sgt. Judy Dizy at 604-859-5225/ 604-835-1316.

SD34 Superintendent Letter

APD Warning

Senior Girl's Rugby BC Provincial Champions
On Saturday, Mr. Dod's and his girls rugby team played an amazing game and beat Shawnigan Lake to win a BC TITLE for our school. The game was tied 3-3 and had to go into overtime. The girls played with determination and focus and won with 2 minutes left in the second overtime. More info to come.

2010/20111 Student Agenda Cover

Our Student Agenda covers over the years have been the result of RBSS original student artwork.  Each year a student portrays a stunning visual message of our logo "Eye to Eye with Respect". This year we are pleased to say that the choice for our 2010-2011 covers were given to our incoming grade 9s from Clayburn Middle school.  Students were offered the choice from several RBSS student submissions from Ms. Dunn’s Art classes. Students overwhelmingly selected the entry by Mackenzie Friesen. Thank you Ms. Dunn for your involvement with your art classes and overseeing the agenda cover selection. Congratulations Mackenzie in designing such an eye catching cover.

Mackenzie's Design:
When Ms. Dunn announced the agenda cover assignment, I was not exactly sure in which design direction to go. After some thought, I decided I wanted to incorporate what the school represents to me. I wanted to combine the school’s mascot, the Timber Wolf as a way to symbolize the meaning of ‘a pack’ as it applies to Robert Bateman. To me, the Robert Bateman pack represents, respect for our fellow students, respect for our teachers and respect for our roles as students. With this, I hope the new students at Robert Bateman feel welcome, as they join the Robert Bateman ‘student pack’.

Senior Girl's Rugby
congratulations to te Senior Girls Rugby teamw who defeated Heritage Park in Mission 22-0 in the BC semi final match. The girls play at 2:00pm Saturday at Semiahmoo Secondary in Surrey in the BC Final for any that would like to come and cheer on the girls!

Friday May 28th Announcements:
- A reminder of the Bateman Cares meeting today at the start of lunch in Mrs. Anderton's room. Please be on time!
- Aboriginal Awards-June 3rd. See Mrs.Baker on Monday for more information.
- Junior Wolfpack will be selling popcorn at lunch today in the stump room. It is only 75 cents so come down at lunch to get your bag.

May 28th is a Day 2 (CD |AB)
Just a note that in student agendas May 28th is incorrectly identified as a Non-Instructional Day. Classes are in session with the day being a Day 2 (CD|AB).

Timberwolf Football Update

Spring training begins:
Tuesday, June 8th first day of practice at 3 pm in the gym.
•Dress in shorts, t-shirt and running shoes. Bring along cleats.
•Testing. - timed in 1 mile... 2 x 40 yards ... bench press .... leg press ... agility run

Wednesday June 9th at 3pm in the gym
•Assigned positions and jersey numbers are posted
•Players proceed through a gauntlet of equipment being outfitted by coaching staff
•Players proceed to locker room and get dressed for an "organizational practice"

June 9 - 12th 3:00 PM practices; June 14th - 18th 3:00 PM practices - Family BBQ to follow
Saturday the 12th 2 practices @ 10 and 1 so that we get in 10 prior to game.
• Spring Football Jamboree - June 19th -Juniors @ 10 AM vs Rick Hansen & Vernon ; Seniors @ 1:00 PM vs Frank Hurt - Family BBQ to follow.

Junior Boys Rugby
-Congratulations to all members of the junior boys rugby team on their 2nd place finish in the Fraser Valley Championships!!
What a game!  - the score was tied after full time at 24-24 - Jorden Best tried a drop goal during the overtime and just barely missed - this would have given the boys the win. This is quite a play to try and especially in junior boys rugby - what an effort from the players! Player of the match was Jorden Best who ran the show!  - Well done Jorden! Thanks to all the students and staff that showed up and cheered on the boys and also thanks to our school mascot, Timm Burr, who tried his best to inspire the boys! A big thanks to our coaches, Chris Kleisinger and Mark Adams (former players) who inspired the boys to play some great rugby! And also a big thanks to our top-notch team mangers - Katherine Bland and Shelby Weismueller - you're the best! And now we need to support the girls rugby team who are already playing their first game in the BC championships as we speak - we will broadcast the results of the game as soon as we get the result!

Thursday May 27th Announcements:
- Culture Club celebrates the world today as we have our final gathering at lunch in the round room! Don't forget to bring your part of our International feast of flavours!!
-All Bateman Cares members in grades 9-11 are asked to attend a meeting in Mrs. Anderton's room (W312) about plans for next year, at the start of lunch tomorrow.
-Jr. Wolfpack is selling Jumbo Freezees today at lunch - 50 cents in the round room.

Wednesday May 26th Announcements:
- Japan 2010 trip members: There is an important meeting at the beginning of lunch today in Mr. Faulkner's room W212. Domo Arigato!
- Homework Club today, students wishing to attend are asked to meet at Mrs.Bakers office, room W202
- Senior girls soccer players please bring your jerseys with you to our meeting tomorrow at lunch in Mr. Myle's room.

Tuesday May 25th Announcements:
-Our new football team is looking for 6 student managers. If you are interested, come in and sign up at the office.
- Don't forget to sign your vehicle up for the grad parade. Forms are at the front desk in the counselling centre.
- RBSS Culture Club celebrates its final meeting this coming Thursday, May 27th at lunch in the Round Room. We are having an International Feast of Flavours, so please remember to bring a plate of goodies to share! All members must bring something in order to participate.
- The signup sheet for applications for next year's Wolf Pack council is on Mr. Bergen's door. This opportunity is open to all of next year's grade 12 Wolf Pack students. Sign up today.
Japan 2010 trip members: There is an important meeting at the beginning of lunch tomorrow (Wed.) in Mr. Faulkner's room W212. Domo Arigato!
- There is an important meeting at lunch in the big gym for all grade 10/11 boys who are interested in playing basketball next year.

Bateman Idol
The Bateman Idol Top 3 competed in the finals today at a school wide assembly. First place went to Annika Reimer,Tiffany Schroeder, Sara Hanson. Click on each contestant's name to view their performance. (note: video is a little grainy, because it was dark. Audio is heavenly)

Junior Boys Rugby
The Junior Boys will play in the Fraser Valley championship game next Wed., May 26th at 2:30 at Yale Sec. Hope to see you there.

Friday May 21st Announcements:
- The senior girls rugby team members are required to bring their jerseys to today's pep rally.
- Many approved Prom guest passes are still not picked up and are available in the office. Today is the deadline for purchasing prom tickets.

Junior Boys Rugby
Yesterday our jr boys team played Yale in the FV semi-finals and soundly defeated them 35 - 10. According to their coach:
"This was the BEST game I have seen them play together." Forwards of the match were: Justin Vargas, Ralph Lee and Brodie Van Coughnett with stellar defence. Backs of the game were: Justin Douglas and Jorden Best. The team now plays in the FV finals next Wednesday - play to be there and support the lads

Thursday May 20th Announcements:
-There will be a short meeting for all members of the team at the start of lunch hour in the big gym today- don't miss this meeting!
-Culture Club celebrates Kenya today in the Round Room! at lunch today! Don't miss it!!! Only two more celebrations left!!
-Grad 2011 Council - Nomination forms are available in the office, pick yours up if you'd like to be a part of next years grad council. Submission date - this FRIDAY.
-Grade 12's the last day to purchase your prom ticket or one for your guest is this FRIDAY.
- Reminder to all players there is 2011 rugby tour meeting in W104 at 11:20am today.
- Senior girls soccer players the wind up dinner next Friday is cancelled, please come down to the gym at the beginning of lunch to discuss our wind up.

Plant Sale
Friday May 21st from 12:00 to 2:00pm. Stop by E203 for 50 cent plants. Italian Peppers, Italian Trio Eggplants, Italian Parsley, Basil, Tomatoes (Roma, Sungold and Heirloom), Tomatillos, Snapdragons, and Love-lies-bleeding

For more information contact sarah_bacon@sd34.bc.ca.

Senior Boys Rugby
The Senior boys rugby played a great game against the 5th ranked team in the province Earl Marriott. The boys led most of the first half and then Marriott scored to tie it up. The final score was 24-10. Scott Stephens scored the only try after some great work by the forwards and Erik Vanderhoek added 5 points with his left foot. Next up for the Sr. boys is Thursday against Mouat.

Wedesday May 19th Announcements:
-Japan trip members 2010: There will be an important meeting at the beginning of lunch in W212 (Mr. Faulkner's room) today at the beginning of lunch. Please be on time. Arigato!
- Today our jr boys play the FV semi-final game at 3:30 p.m. versus Yale. Come out and support the boys with their last home game.
- There will be a short meeting for all members of the team at the start of lunch hour in the big gym today- don't miss this meeting!
- A reminder to students to start cleaning up your lockers by removing all your graffitti in the next two weeks.
Teachers will be checking textbooks in the next two weeks, check under your bed and return them.
-band is cancelled for today afterschool.

Junior Boys Rugby
Congratulations to all members of the Junior boys rugby team for their convincing playoff victory over Port Moody with a score
of 55 - 7! Forward of the match was Colton Bergman and back of the match was John Beckerleg. Their next game is against Yale in the FV semi-final at 3:30 on your home field. This will be their last home game so come out and support the lads.

Senior Boys Rugby
Good luck to the Senior Boys Rugby team who play Earl Marriott Secondary in the Fraser Valley semi-final at South Surrey Athletic Park today.

Tuesday May 18th Announcements:
-Grads - please come into the office and pick up your approved guest passes for prom.
- Japan 2010 trip members: There will be an important meeting at the beginning of lunch in W212 (Mr. Faulkner's room) tomorrow (Wed.) at the beginning of lunch. Please be on time. Arigato!
- This year's English 10 Honours students: There is a meeting about English Honours 11 today at lunch, at 11:05, in W304.
- There will be a brief senior girls soccer meeting in the gym right at the beginning of lunch today.
- Mrs. Baker would like to send out a warm thank you to Mrs. Rama, Mr. Sagert, Ms. Fernandes, Mr. Jones and Mr. Braich who brought their classes down to see the Metis presentation yesterday, and to all the students for their participation and respect shown to Mr.Hall. Avery special thank you to Michael, Kale, Luke Warrener, Luke Gardner, Mackenzie, Chris and Ashley for assisting with entire presentation.

Secondary School Safety Alert
The following message is from SGT Mike McCarthy of the Agassiz RCMP.

Bateman Idol
The Bateman Idol Top 8 to compete in the semi finals on Tuesday are: Kirin Lamb, Kristal Carretas, Annika Reimer, Nardos Daniel, Emily Harder, Tiffany Schroeder, Sara Hanson, Holden Pimentel

Monday May 17th Announcements:
-This year's English 10 Honours students: There is a meeting about English Honours 11 on Tuesday at lunch, at 11:05, in W304.
- Attention all members of Wolf Pack for next year: All current Grade 11's who are in Wolf Pack next year, there is a short meeting at 11:05 today in Mr. Bergen's room. Please be there promptly.
- Metis presentation today in the small gym at lunch, all are welcome! Come out and listen to Metis presenter Henry Hall and enjoy some bannock prepared by Mrs.Smith.
- Reminder: First Nations homework club today afterschool in Mr. Nermo's room.
- A reminder to Grads that if you plan to bring a guest to prom on Saturday June 5th your guest pass requests must be in to Mr. Sloboda today.
- Last chance sign up for "Late Night at Bateman" today at lunch outside the round room. Concert forma and money are due no later than this Wednesday.
- OK Bateman, our hot dog eating contest is this Thursday - come sign up today outside the round room.
Hey Bateman, there is a wheelbarrow obstacle course today at lunch outside on the track. Come out and watch. Nick Kirby, Nat Fitzmorris, Holden Pimentel and Trent Gofers - BE THERE!

Thank You Parents
A big thank you to the organizing committee and volunteer parents who made our Dry Grad possible. The event after the Grad Ceremony on Friday May 14th was an outstanding success with 162 Grads attending.

Class of 2010
Congratulations Class of 2010 on crossing the stage on Friday May14th. For those of you who participated in the Dry Grad you had an amazing night and hopefully you have caught up on your sleep. Click on the 2010 Grad Composite image for a larger view.

May Edition of the Howler
The May edition of the Howler is now availablle. Click on the image to view this latest edition or click on the Howler (school newspaper) link at the bottom of the web site to view past editions.

The May version of the Howler was featured as an insert in the Saturday May 15th edition of the Abbotsford News.

Senior Boys Rugby
The Senior boys rugby qualified for th BC's with a convincing 41-15 defeat of Semiamhoo. Ryan March opened and closed the scoring with two tries, singles try scorers were Brett Kollins and Mike Neufledt. Fullback Eric Vanderhoek added 21 points with his goal kicking. Man the match was Dilpreet Chahal. Next up for the boys is Earl Marriott on Tuesday. Grads enjoy your ceremonies.

Thursday May 13th Announcements:
-A reminder to Grads that if you plan to bring a guest to prom on Saturday June 5th your guest pass requests must be in to Mr. Sloboda by this coming Monday May 17th.
-There will be a senior girls soccer meeting Friday at the beginning of lunch in the gym to discuss our team wrap up party.
- Culture club is cancelled today. Come on out and enjoy Bateman Idol in the large gym instead. See you next week as we celebrate Kenya. Don't miss it!

Grad Lock-in
Dear Grade 12 parents,

The Grad lock-in is this Friday May 14th after the Grad ceremony. The organizing committee is in need of five more parent volunteers to make this event successful. If you can help, email Yvonne Funk.

Senior Girl's Rugby
Good luck to the undefeated Senior Girls Rugby team who is playing in the Fraser Valley AA Final this Thursday May 13th. The game is in Coquitlam at 3:15.

Wednesday May 12th Announcements:
- 50 Grads still have not picked up their cap and gowns. Please pick up your gowns at the counselling centre no later than lunch time today.
- A reminder to all grads to be at the Graduation Ceremony practice TODAY from 3:30 - 5:00pm at the Seven Oaks Alliance Church......see the counsellors if you cannot attend.

Senior Girls Soccer
The girls soccer team played Hatzic Secondary on Monday afternoon. After a hard fought battle the girls were defeated 3-2. Goals scored by Kaitlin Stratis and Karlee Pedersen. Kristina Price was outstanding in net and was named player of the game. The girls finish 9th out of 22 teams in the Fraser Valley. Congratulations ladies on an excellent season!

Tuesday May 11th Announcements:
-A reminder to all grads to be at the Graduation Ceremony practice on Wednesday, May12th- from 3:30 - 5:00 pm at the Seven Oaks Alliance Church. PLease see the counsellors if you cannot attend.
- Grad Cap & Gowns for the ceremonies can be picked up today at lunch and after school in the counsellinfg centre. Please also make sure you have cleared your school fees in the office and you have no outstanding library books.
- Mr. Faulkner has one seat available for the trip to Japan this summer for any students who have completed Japanese 10 or higher. If you are interested in travelling to Japan please see Mr. Faulkner asap in W212.
- Floor Hockey meeting in Mr. Bergen's room W310 at lunch today.

Monday May 10th Announcements:
-First Nations: Reminder homework club today afterschool in Mr. Nermo's room.
- Late night at Bateman sign up starts tomorrow at lunch, so come on down by the round room and sign up. If you have already signed up on Facebook, still come down to pick up your consent forms. Forms and payment are due before May 19th.
-All teams and team mates who signed up for the Bateman floor hockey tournament are required to attend a brief meeting in Mr. Bergen's room, W310 at lunch tomorrow.

Senior Girl's Rugby
Sr. girls Rugby Defeated last years Fraser Valley Champs Clayton Heights 17-0 yesterday. With the win the girls advance to the Fraser Valley Final and secure a berth in the BC Championship. Leading the way were Madi Blakeburn and Joanne Thiphavong.

Senior Boys Rugby
Sr. boys rugby team played an outstanding game last night downing W.J. Mouat 62-13. Scoring multiple tries were Brett Kollins, Mike Tebbutt, and Scott Stephens. Adding single tries were Mike Rose, Ryan March, and Adam Roberts. Eric Vanderhoek added 17 points with his trusty left foot. Well done lads.

Robert Bateman Golf
Congratulations to Bateman's Sr. Golf team who yesterday placed 4th in the Upper Fraser Valley Championships. Ryan Grill lead the way with a round of 77, followed by Brandon Brassart & Chad Martens with solid 82's. Jason Gadicke finished with an 84 followed by Brad Wahler with an 85. The team had a terrific year and will be solid contenders in 2011.

Friday May 7th Announcements:
-There will be a brief Girls Soccer Meeting in the Science Lab E202 at the start of lunch today.
-Jr. Girls Volleyball camp continues today from 3-5 in the gym.
-First Nations pizza lunch in Mr. Jones' room today.

Senior Girls Soccer
Congratulations to the Senior girls soccer team for their terrific teamwork in a 2-0 win over Hatzic yesterday. Great goals by Megan Scheirling and Kaitlin Stratis. Shut-out for Lexi Thomas-Merkley. Player of the match was Lorna Richards. Good luck in the Fraser Valleys next week. There will be a brief meeting in the gym immediately afterschool today.

Thursday May 6th Announcements:
-Culture Club celebrates Mexico! Lunch time today in the Round room!
-First Nations pizza lunch in Mr. Jones' room tomorrow.

DPAC Meeting:
Greetings everyone,

This message is to notify the parents of the Abbotsford School District that the District Parent Advisory, at the overwhelming request of it's membership, is calling a SPECIAL MEETING of it's members on Wednesday May 5th at 7pm at the School Board Office. In accordance with the DPAC Constitution and Bylaws, the executive may call such a meeting at it's discretion. The sole agenda item at this meeting will be to gather feedback and direction from the membership in regards to the parents response to the recent decision of the Board of Education to return to a standard one week spring break. This is an open meeting for all parents to voice their concerns.

Respectfully,

Rhonda Pauls
Chairperson, Abbotsford District Parent Advisory

Prom Dinner and Dance
Date: June 5th, 2010
Place: Ramada Inn Abbotsford
Note: All students must remain at Ramada Inn until 11:00 pm
The Prom is a formal event where students get to dress up and spend a very memorable evening together. Grads will share in a beautiful buffet dinner, there will be a few speeches, and then grads will dance the night away!
You must pay all Prom Fees before the May 21st so that you can reserve your table for this event. There is an application process for guest passes.

1) Guest pass applications are available in the office and must be submitted to Mr. Sloboda before the cut off date of May 17th. Please ensure your guest has been approved and you have paid before signing up for your seating.
2) Students can sign up for tables, which seat 8 May 25th to 27th in the Counselling Centre. Remaining grads and guests will be assigned to tables.

Grad Reception/Parade
Date: Saturday June 5th, 2010
Time & Place: RBSS 5:00 pm-6:00 pm
Note: This pre-Prom Reception for Grads, family and friends takes place at the school. A Prom picture may be taken at the Ramada Inn, weather permitting. Should the weather not co-operate, the Prom picture will be taken in the gymnasium. Grads will begin assembling for the photo at 5:45 pm. Following the photo Grads will move to their vehicles for the motorcade to Ramada Inn. Dinner at Ramada will be approximately 7:30 pm

Dry Grad
Date: Friday, May 14th, 2010 (Evening of the Grad Ceremony)
Time: 11:00PM (Busses leave after the Grad Ceremony and Grad Reception) for MRC.
Note: All students must arrive by school bus. Parents may drop cars off at MRC for morning departure at 4:30am.
There are plenty of fun things to do! There will be activities such as swimming, skating, karaoke, casino games, an illusionist, character artists, food and drinks. Grads should bring comfortable clothes, swimming gear (suits, towels, goggles) and skating gear (hockey equipment, personal skates) Students are NOT required to bring any money or pay for anything during the evening.
** Note: rental skates are also provided free of charge at the arena.

This is an alcohol/drug free all night Grad event which goes until 4:30 am Saturday morning. Grads must board the bus, with no bags or carry-on, immediately following the Grad Ceremony and Reception. Students may not drive themselves or be dropped off later. There are no in and out privileges. Students who need to leave early must inform an administrator before the dry grad, who will verify the request with a parent. Pick-up arrangements (who will be picking you up) must be included in the request to leave early as you will only be allowed to leave when the designated ride arrives.

All student bags with a change of clothes for the Dry Grad must be dropped at the school by 9:30 am on the day of the Ceremony. Make sure you name is on the bag. Bags will be checked and transported by a parent committee at 10:00 am.

Grad Ceremony
Date: Friday, May 14th, 2010
Time: 7:00 PM (Doors open at 5:30PM) Sevenoaks Alliance Church
Note: Grads, please be at the church by 6:15. Do NOT be LATE! (Believe it or not it takes 30 min to get 250 grads in order and ready!)
Life Touch Canada will be at the church at 5:30pm to take individual photos of grads at no cost. All grads must be at the church by 6:15pm in Caps & Gowns.Students may have up to 10 guests in attendance. No tickets are required. Students line up in alpha-order in their designated areas. Following the Ceremony, graduates are to remain in the same order as they leave the sanctuary. Upon entering the lobby, gowns & stoles must be returned immediately. There is a Reception in the church gym (all are welcome to attend). No beverages except water are permitted in the church sanctuary. Parents willing to help with the Reception, please contact Yvonne Funk. Late gowns are considered lost at the expense of $60.00 (Stoles are an additional $20)

Things to Remember:
1) Take pictures with your family before you come or at the church before the ceremony. (After the ceremony you will not longer have your gown).
2) Do not bring your own vehicle to the ceremony as you will be going directly to the dry grad after and would have to leave your vehicle behind. Please get a ride from your parents or other guests coming to the ceremony.
3) Come to the ceremony already dressed in your gown with clothes underneath. You will be taking off the gown right after the ceremony. (Guys: black dress pants and black dress shoes look nice with a white dress shirt) (Girls: skirts or dresses with black dress shoes look best) Remember, you will not take the grad gown home that night!
4) A bag containing a change of clothes for the lock-in must be brought to the school the morning of May 14th. The bags will be secured, moved to the MRC, and waiting for you to arrive. Please make sure you name is written on the bag. You will not be permitted to board the bus with anything other than what you are wearing.

Grad Ceremony Rehearsal
Date: Wednesday, May 12th, 2010
Time & Place: 3:30 Sevenoaks Alliance Church
Note: No beverages except water are permitted in the church sanctuary.
It is an absolute must that you be in attendance. Make sure you book the day off work! At the rehearsal you will see the layout of the Church, what line-up you are in and who you are standing beside, and how to cross the stage without tripping. You will be nervous enough as it is so let’s practice!

Wednesday May 5th Announcements:
-The junior boys rugby team plays for the Upper Fraser Valley championship today against Mouat. f you haven't seen this team play you need to come out and watch! Game starts at 3:30 and Timm Burr, our school mascot will also be patrolling the sidelines and putting on a show!
-Junior Girls Volleyball camp continues today and Friday from 3-5 in the gym.
-Attention to all grade 10's. If you are in Wolfpack next year, Mr. Bergen needs to meet with you Wed (May5) at lunch in his classroom W310.
- Late night at Bateman sign up starts tomorrow at lunch, so come on down by the round room and sign up. If you have already signed up on Facebook, still come down to pick up your consent forms. Forms and payment are due before May 19th.

Wolf Tracks Newsletter
Click here to view our May newsletter.

Robert Bateman Golf
Congratulations to Spencer Durocher, Jason Gadicke, Jordon Moore and Luke Gardner for a 3rd place finish in the Upper Fraser Valley Golf Championships yesterday. Spencer and Jason were low scores 2 and 3. Awesome performance guys!

Junior Boys Rugby
On Monday the junior boys rugby team kept their undefeated record intact by defeating Yale 35 to 12. All players on the field contributed to the big win. Man of the match in the forwards was Ralph Lee with his aggressive play and back of the match was John Beckerling - he made an incredible deflected catch, then finished off with a sprint to the touch line! - amazing run. he Upper Fraser Valley final match against Mouat is tomorrow on our field - come out and support the lads!

Tuesday May 4th Announcements:
-Mrs. Schubert's math 10 students are reminded to attend today at lunch in room E304
-Prom guest passes are now available for Grade 12 students wishing to bring a non grad date to the Prom on June 5th. Deadline to hand forms in to Mr. Sloboda is Monday May 17th. See Kate in the office for forms.

Senior Boys Rugby
The Senior boys rugby team won the Abby City Sevens on Friday. Leading the way was tournament MVP Brett Kolins and Jared Douglas who scored six tries in 4 games. Also, scoring multiple tries were Mike Tebbutt, Mike Rose, Mike Neufledt, and Dylan Kreil. Try of the tournament was scored by Ryan "big diesel" March.

Junior Boys Rugby
Congratulations to all members of the jr boys seven's team - they went undefeated and won the Seven's Tournament. They faced Mouat in the final and it was no contest. Today they face cross-town rivals, Yale ,in the second round of the playoffs - the sun will be shining so come out and watch the game!

Volley Ball Camp
Attention all grade 9 girls there is a volleyball camp this week Mon/Wed/Friday from 3-5 in the gym. Anyone interested in playing junior Volleyball next year is encouraged to come. Grade 8 girls from feeder schools are invited as well. See you there!

Grad Date Reminders
Here are a few reminders for grads:
-The Grad Ceremony rehearsal is on Wednesday May 12th 3:00pm at Seven Oaks Alliance Church on Gladwin Rd across from Seven Oaks.
-Grads can begin picking up their caps and gowns on May 12th in the counselling centre.
-May 14th – Grad Ceremonies 7:00pm @ 7-Oaks Alliance Church
-May 14th – Grad Lock-In To begin following Grad Ceremonies.
-May 17th – All Prom Guest Request Forms must be submitted by this date to Mr. Sloboda
-May 21st –All Grad Prom Fees must be paid by this date
-May 25th – 27th  – Sign up for tables for prom in Counselling Centre
-May 27th –Register for Grad Parade (See Mr. Bartlett)

Monday May 3rd Announcements:
-There will be VERY important meeting at lunch today (MONDAY) in N101 for ALL students going on our Tuesday Aquarium trip. You MUST attend to keep your seat!!
-Prom guest passes are now available for Grade 12 students wishing to bring a non grad date to the Prom on June 5th. Deadline to hand forms in to Mr. Sloboda is Monday May 17th. See Kate in the office for forms.

May 28th is a Day 2 (CD |AB)
Just a note that in student agendas May 28th is incorrectly identified as a Non-Instructional Day. Classes are in session with the day being a Day 2 (CD|AB).

Football Romeo
The new drama teacher at Verona Beach high is directing "Romeo and Juliet". Nicola is certain she will be the perfect Juliet and her linebacker boyfriend Rick, the perfect Romeo. Too bad life isn't perfect! Sparks fly when Danny, the self-professed drama geek, is chosen over the linebacker. Nicola cries foul and demands the play be recast. Not only must Danny fight his insecurities as a performer and his brother treating him as a science experiment, he must also fight to keep a role of a lifetime.

Both hilarious and touching, this show will appeal to those who love Shakespeare, those who fear Shakespeare, and those who've never heard of Shakespeare.

Showtimes: Friday, April 30th and Saturday, May 1st. 7:00 pm in the Round Room. Tickets $5.00 in the office, $7.00 at the door

Track and Field
-The Track Team had a very successful two day meet competing in the Abbotsford-Mission Track and Field Championships. Congratulations to:
Oliver Jorgensen - 2nd in the 3000 meter race, 2nd in the 1500 meter steeple chase,
Braden Tielman - 3rd in the 1500 meter race
James Chang- 6th in the 200m
Jennifer Renz - 2nd in the High Jump, 4th in the 200m
Jaymie Thompson - 3rd in the 400 meter

The next meet is the Upper Fraser Valleys on May 5th and 6th.

Friday April 30th Announcements:
-Today is the last day to buy 'Football Romeo' tickets for $5.00 in the office, otherwise its $7.00 at the door for the Fri and Sat. performances.

Parent Teacher Interviews
Report cards will be distributed to students in a homeroom at the end of the day on Thursday April 29th. Report Cards not picked up by students will be available to parents at our Parent/Teacher Interview night on Thursday April 29th in our large gym from 6:30 to 8:30.

Measles Letter
Superintendent MacRae has received a request from Fraser Health to distribute a letter to staff, students and parents.  For questions about BC’s Measles Immunization Program, please call your local public health unit. If you have any questions about the letter, please call the Office of the Medical Health Officer at 604-587-3828 or 1-877-342-6467. 

Junior Boys Rugby
Yesterday the jr boys rugby team played their first play-off game against Westview. Final score, 60 to 5 - Wow! The whole team contributed to the strong win and man of the match was Geremy Alvarado ak., the Gooch, with some scintillating runs. Next game against Yale on Monday on our field.

Senior Girls Soccer
-The girls soccer team played Abbotsford Traditional on Wednesday afternoon. Bateman came into the match in second place behind Abby Traditional, handed them their fist goal against of the season and went on to net 3 more in a convincing 4-1 victory! With the win, the girls move into first place in their division! Congratulations Ladies! Lexi Thomas-Merkely was a wall in goal. Anne Peirce was outstanding and was named player of the game! The girls play home to Hatzik next Wednesday.

Thursday April 29th Announcements:
Items in the office for Rebecca Long, Brendan Forster, Dylan Curtis , Maddy Henry

Prom 2010 Guest Invitations
Monday May 17th is the deadline for any 2010 Grads to hand in to Mr. Sloboda the Prom Guest Invitation form. Grads need to complete this form if they would like to request a guest who is not graduating this year to attend our Prom on Saturday June 5th. All approvals are at the school’s discretion. Click here to download the form.

Wednesday April 28th Announcements:
-"Football Romeo"- rehearsal today after school in the Drama Room. Please be prompt!
- May bus passes are now available in the office.
- Football Romeo is this Friday and Saturday at 7:00 pm in the round room. Come on out and see this very funny play! Tickets are only $5.00 in the office.

Tuesday April 27th Announcements:
-A pair of black Nike cleats and a Heath Biology textbook have been found. These items can be claimed in the office.
- Any student who completed physics 11 or 12 in semester one, that would like to take part in a practical physics lab experience, please see Mr. Fox for details. First come first chance!
- Reminder to all Aboriginal students that the upcoming field trip is May 4th so don't forget to submit your permission forms to Mrs.Baker.
- Homework Club has begun again, the club will run every Monday after school and every Wednesday at lunch in Mr. Nermo's room.
- Football Romeo tickets are on sale in the office for this Friday and Saturday's performances - only $5.00
- May bus passes are now available in the office.

School fees approved for 2010-2011
Trustees approved student fees, deposits, and academy fees for the 2010/2011 school year. The School Act, Section 87(4) permits a Board to charge a deposit for educational resources. Schools may charge deposits for materials given to students and provide refunds upon return, subject to District Policy 9.230, ‘School Fees’. District standardized fees are set in three areas:
- Parking Permits at Secondary schools: $16
- Graduation Fee (basic cost): up to $35
- Student Activity Fee for Middle and Secondary schools: $30 to cover costs of student agendas, guest speakers, student cards, school events, student recognition, student leadership, lock and locker rental.
Academy fees range from $300 for the Rick Hansen Secondary Studio Works Academy to $1,965 per year for the Yale Secondary Sport Academy.

Click here for further information

Senior Girls Soccer
The girls soccer team tied GW Graham 2-2 on Wednesday afternoon. The girls let in a late goal to go down 2-1, but bounced back to tie the game with less than 2 minutes on the clock! Goals scored by Karlee Pedersen and Megan Shierling. A great team effort by all in a hard fought battle. Megan Shierling was CLUTCH, and earned player of the game!!! The girls play away at Abbotsford Traditional next Wednesday.

Thursday April 22nd Announcements:
-Culture Club celebrates Earth Day in the round today at lunch. Come on out and pay homage to mother nature!
- Yesterday was a hectic day at Tradex, culminating with a power failure at the wrap-up stage of the 2D and 3D animation competitions. Despite this, our 2D animation team took first place, and all of the judges remarked that it was far and away the best project to come out of either animation competition. Congrats to Stephen Kurucz and Kyle Lambert on their win.
- The results for the Gravity car Competition are in and we are happy to say that we managed to get into the medal standings with a bronze:
Jumbo Six - Jamie Tourigny, Leah Adrian and Jesse Nyl had successful runs resulting in a Bronze medal tie.
Lumberjack - Hayden Allen, Brett Klassen, Brayden Tielman, Adam Fox had some good races, however, did not place in the medal standings. Please congratulate these particpants for their efforts and results. We all had a good time and are looking forward to next year.
- On Saturday April 24th, Football Romeo Tech Team meets at 9:15 and Cast at 9:30. As always please make an effort to be on time!
- The Howler meeting at lunch today is cancelled. The next meeting will be on Tuesday.

School Calendar 2010/2011
At the School Board meeting on Monday April 19th, the Board voted to adopt the standard school calendar proposed by the Ministry of Education for the 2010/2011 school year. This will result in a one week Spring Break from March 21-25, 2011. Click here to view.

Parent Teacher Interviews
Report cards will be distributed to students in a homeroom at the end of the day on Thursday April 29th. Report Cards not picked up by students will be available to parents at our Parent/Teacher Interview night on Thursday April 29th in our large gym from 6:30 to 8:30.

Wednesday April 21st Announcements:
-A reminder to all grads who signed up for the UFV tour today to please be at the front of the school immediately after the bell to catch the bus.
-"Football Romeo" - rehearsal today after school in Drama Room. Please be prompt!

Monday April 19th Announcements:
Attention all junior boys rugby players! Dismissal from class today is at 1:05 p.m. Please check with your Block C teacher (last block today), to get assignments.
|-Aboriginal students wanting to go to the Vancouver Aquarium and Planet Lazer, please see Mrs. Baker for permission forms.

On January 13, BC Hockey launched the British Columbia High School Hockey League (BCHSHL) in conjunction with Scholastic Hockey Opportunities West (SHOW). The vision of this Province wide High School league is to grow the game of ice hockey separate from the existing Minor Hockey season while complimenting the Minor Hockey system and High School in British Columbia.

This fun but highly competitive league is open to hockey players in grades 10-12 (midget-aged hockey players) who are registered BC Hockey players (junior hockey players are excluded) and are enrolled full time in the schools that they play for.

Bateman will enter this league in the 2010/2011 school year. Sign-up has already begun for try-outs in the late winter of 2011. Come to E312 if interested.

For more information about the BCHSHL visit the BC Hockey website at http://www.bchockey.net/SpecialPrograms/specialprograms.aspx or contact Mr. Dods (Jeff_Dods@sd34.bc.ca) or Mr. Wismer (Clarke_Wismer@sd34.bc.ca)

Friday April 16th Announcements:
-Attention all grade 12's going to UFV next year ....the counselling center has arranged for a UFV tour on thursday April 21 from 3:00-5:00pm. You will get a personalized tour of the campus and insights on faculties, clubs, activities and course selection. Sign up for the tour at the counselling center. Limit is 40 students.
- Reminder for Sat. April 17th "Football Romeo" rehearsal- Tech crew at 9;15 am and cast at 9;30,-3;30 be on time please!

Junior Boys Rugby
Yesterday the jr boys rugby kept their undefeated season intact by defeating Hansen.
The score was 42-12. Man of the match was Jorden Best with a great effort and consistent play - well done Jorden

Senior Girls Soccer
The girls soccer team dominated Hope Secondary on Wednesday afternoon, posting a 5-0 win. Karlee Pederson scored twice.  Jackie Tutschek, Kaitlin Stratis, and Kara Delwo each added to the tally.  Once again, strong defense and goaltending allowed the girls to post their third straight shutout! Kara Delwo was outstanding and was named player of the game!  The girls improve to 5 and 2 this season and play GW Graham at home next Wednesday.

Senior Boys Rugby
Despite a slow start and being down 5-0 at the five minute mark the Sr boys stormed back to score 48 unaswered points to defeat Elgin Park 48-22. Leading the way was Jared Douglas (JD) with three tries, and singles scores from Tyler Adams, Mike Rose, Adam Roberts, and Connor Thornely. Fullback Eric Vanderhoek added 13 points with his deadly left foot.

Summer School
Summer School information is now available on the district website sd34.bc.ca  under the summer school link.
Academic Upgrade and Completion programs grades 9-12 will offered first to students in Abbotsford.  Early registration will happen in local schools in May.  A second registration will be held in June for out of district students and local kids who missed the first registration.  Summer School will be held at WJ Mouat this year.

Virtual School programming for grades 10-12 will be available for students in selected courses.  Registration information is available at the school or online at abbyvirtual.com.

Thursday April 15th Announcements:
-In anticipation of the dance, Wolfpack will be showing Ironman in the round room Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday at lunch
- A reminder to all yearbook students that we will be having a meeting today at lunch.
- Culture Club meets at lunch in the Room! All members should attend!!!
- -Best of luck to the boys on the weekend at the BC Sevens tournament in Vancouver.
- Attention all grade 12's going to UFV next year ....the counselling center has arranged for a UFV tour on thursday April 21 from 3:00-5:00pm. You will get a personalized tour of the campus and insights on faculties, clubs, activities and course selection. Sign up for the tour at the counselling center. Limit is 40 students
- " Football Romeo"- rehearsal today after school in Drama Room. Please be prompt!

Senior Girl's Rugby
Sr. Girls Rugby crushed Elgin on Tuesday to remain undefeated in Fraser Valley league play. Player of the game was Madi Blakeburn. The girls play Merritt and Vernon at 2:00pm tomorrow here at Bateman.

Wednesday April 14th Announcements:
-Football Romeo cast and tech crew rehearsal after school today in the drama room.
- Attention all grade 12's going to UFV next year ....the counselling center has arranged for a UFV tour on thursday April 21 from 3:00-5:00 pm. You will get a personalized tour of the campus and insights on faculties, clubs, activities and course selection. Sign up for the tour at the counselling center. Limit is 40 students.
-A reminder to all yearbook students that we will be having a meeting today and Thursday.
-Grad clothing is now ready for pick up. Please see Kate in the office.
- Hey Bateman, today at lunch outside the round room is the last day to sign up for 80's Karaoke, but if that isn't your thing come out and support your friends Thursday at lunch.
-Jr. and Sr. boys basketball meeting at the beginning of lunch today in the gym.

Grad Cruise
A reminder to Grads that it is not too late to purchase your ticket for the Grad Cruise on Thursday April 15th. Your Grad Council has been hard a work planning amazing memories - NEW this year is the GRAD CRUISE - on Thursday, April 15th The $60 ticket includes transportation into Vancouver, a three hour harbour cruise, a full meal, unlimited beverages, and a deck dance! We will be leaving Bateman at 4pm and returning around 11pm.

Student Parking: The lower student parking will be left open for students going on the cruise.

Junior Boys Rugby
-The Junior Boys Rugby team continued their undefeated streak Monday against Sardis. At half-time the score was 41-0 and then with lots of substitutions the team cruised to another victory Man of the match was Justin Vargas with an all-game superb effort! Tomorrow they take on Hansen on our field.

Pink Shirt/Anti Bullying Day
A reminder that April 14th is Pink Shirt Day across BC. You are encouraged to support this initiative in promoting the anti- bullying message by wearing a pink shirt on this day.

Tuesday April 13th Announcements:
-Any boys interested in playing jr or sr boys basketball next year, there is a mandatory meeting in the gym tomorrow at the beginning of lunch.
-A reminder to all yearbook students that we will be having a meeting today, Wednesday, and Thursday.
-Attention all grade 12's going to UFV next year ....the counselling center has arranged for a UFV tour on thursday April 21 from 3:00-5:00pm. You will get a personalized tour of the campus and insights on faculties, clubs, activities and course selection. Sign up for the tour at the counselling center. Limit is 40 students ....LB
- Ye olde tournament sign up outside the gym at lunch today!

Monday April 12th Announcements:
-All grade 9,10,11 boys who are interested in winning a Provincial High School Ice Hockey Championship playing for Bateman meet in Mr. Wismer's room (E314) today at lunch.
- "Football Romeo" cast rehearsal in band room on Monday at lunch. Tech crew meets next week.
- Tickets are now on sale in the office for Football Romeo. 5$ in advance 7$ at the door. Performances @7:00 pm Friday April 30 and Sat. May 1st
- Senior Girls shooting practice today afterschool for those interested. (Ms. Burk)
- Grad clothing is now ready for pick up. Please see Kate in the office.
- Attention all jr boys rugby players playing the game against Mouat today after school, please meet in Mr. Sagert's room E214, today immediately after 2nd period for a short meeting. -

Term III end & Parent Teacher Interviews
Term III ends on Thursday April 15th. Report cards will be distributed to students in a homeroom at the end of the day on Thursday April 29th. Report Cards not picked up by students will be available to parents at our Parent/Teacher Interview night on Thursday April 29th in our large gym from 6:30 to 8:30. Let's cross our fingers that there is not a Canuck playoff game on that night.

Senior Girl's Rugby
Sr. girls rugby defeated Sullivan Heights 42-12 yesterday, to remain undeated. Adrienne Bartlett player of the game.

Football Romeo
The new drama teacher at Verona Beach high is directing "Romeo and Juliet". Nicola is certain she will be the perfect Juliet and her linebacker boyfriend Rick, the perfect Romeo. Too bad life isn't perfect! Sparks fly when Danny, the self-professed drama geek, is chosen over the linebacker. Nicola cries foul and demands the play be recast. Not only must Danny fight his insecurities as a performer and his brother treating him as a science experiment, he must also fight to keep a role of a lifetime.

Both hilarious and touching, this show will appeal to those who love Shakespeare, those who fear Shakespeare, and those who've never heard of Shakespeare.

Showtimes: Friday, April 30th and Saturday, May 1st. 7:00 pm in the Round Room. Tickets $5.00 in the office, $7.00 at the door

Friday April 9th Announcements:
-All grade 9,10,11 boys who are interested in winning a Provincial High School Ice Hockey Championship playing for Bateman meet in Mr. Wismer's room (E314) today at lunch.
- "Football Romeo" cast rehearsal in band room on Monday at lunch. Tech crew meets next week.
- Tickets are now on sale in the office for Football Romeo. 5$ in advance 7$ at the door. Performances @7:00 pm Friday April 30 and Sat. May 1st
- Senior Girls shooting practice today afterschool for those interested. (Ms. Burk)
- Grad clothing is now ready for pick up. Please see Kate in the office.
- Attention all jr boys rugby players playing the game against Mouat today after school, please meet in Mr. Sagert's room E214, today immediately after 2nd period for a short meeting. -

Bateman Hockey
Robert Bateman Secondary is looking into adding hockey to our sports program. All grade 9,10,11 boys who are interested in winning a Provincial High School Ice Hockey Championship playing for Bateman meet in Mr. Wismer's room (E314) Friday at lunch.

Senior Girls Soccer
- The girls soccer team defeated Aldergrove Secondary 3-0 on Wednesday afternoon. Kaitlin stratis scored early in the second half followed by 2 goals by Megan Shierling. Lexxi Thomas-Merkeley stopped all shots she faced to post her first shutout of the season. Annika Reimer was outstanding and earned player of the game! The girls play there next game at Rick Hansen on Wednesday.

Senior Girls Soccer
-The girls soccer team defeated Rick Hansen 3-0 on Wednesday afternoon. Kayla Smith fed a beautiful cross to Karlee Pederson who burried the ball to make it 1-0 in the first half. Megan Shierling and Kara Delwo each added to the tally in the second half. Strong defense and goaltending allowed the girls to post their second straight shutout! Kayla Smith played a solid 80 minutes and was named player of the game! The girls play Hope Secondary at home next Wednesday.

Thursday April 8th Announcements:
-"Football Romeo" cast rehearsal in the band room today. Tech crew meets next week.
- Tickets are now on sale in the office for "Football Romeo". $5.00 in advance $7.00 at the door. Performances are @ 7;00pm Friday April 30 and Saturday May 1st.
- Culture Club meets today in the Round Room! Don't miss it!!
- Concert band meets at lunch today for a quick runthrough of tonight's program.

Grad Fashion Show Fundraising results
Congratulations graduating class of 2010. We have successfully raised $800.00 towards our Haitian orphanage.

Bateman Cares Peer Support
Need someone to talk to? Get confidential support and advice from teens. Click on the Peer Support link at the bottom left corner of this page. This service is run by student volunteers. If your issue is an emergency, call 911, speak to your counsellor, or call the Kids Help Line 1-800-668-6868.

Senior Girl's Rugby
The Senior Girls Rugby eam won Tuesday 24-0 against the perennial triple A powerhouse Gleneagle. Player of game was Karli Funk. In four games,the girls have not been scored on. Woo Hoo!

Wednesday April 7th Announcements:
-"Football Romeo" rehearsal today after school in the Drama Room. Please be prompt!
-Japan 2010 trip members: there will be a brief but important meeting for all students at the beginning of lunch today (Wed.) in W212.
Please be on time. Arigato!
- Any first nations students interested there will be a "First Salmon Ceremony" on April 22nd from 6:00-8:00 at the Aboriginal Education Centre. Dinner is at 6pm. For further information, please contact Ms. Baker.
- 2011 Rugby tour meeting in room W104 at 11:15am tomorrow - Thur. Apr. 8th

Senior Girls Soccer
The Senior Girl's Soccer team defeated Abbotsford Collegiate 4-1 on Monday Afternoon. Kristina Price played great in goal, outstanding effort by Karlee Pedersen, scoring 2 goals. Player of the game: Megan Shierling. Come out to support our girls first home game of the season today (Wednesday) as they take on Aldergrove Secondary!

Fraser Valley Regional Science Fair
Congratulations to Alexa Dobie of Yale and our very own Karli Jones who won the University of the Fraser Valley scholarship prize in the Fraser Valley Regional Science Fair. The girl's project was chosen as one of 9 projects to be entered in the Canada Wide Science Fair in Peterborough, Ontario May 15 - 23. Congratulations to you both!

Wednesday March 31st Announcements:
-" Football Romeo"- rehearsal Weds after school in Drama Room. Please be prompt!
- Bateman Cares members, please drop by Mrs Coombs' room (W304) after school today to pick up your t-shirts and find out about upcoming events.

Junior Boys Rugby
-Yesterday the Junior boys rugby team won their 6th game in a row defeating Mouat 44 to 5. Great effort from all the lads! Player of the match was Clint Gorsky who came off the bench early in the game and played his best game of the season - powerful runs and dominating in the rucks. The next home game is tomorrow against Walnut Grove at 3:30.

Monday March 29th Announcements:
-Any grade 9 girls interested in playing basketball next year please meet coach John in the office at lunch today.
A reminder that all " Football Romeo" cast members are to meet in the Art room today after school for pics.
- All Drama Scholarship students must submit rehearsal schedule and final scripts by Monday at lunch To Ms F. in Drama room Scholarship date : Tuesday April 27th, at Mouat. Remember according to William Shakespeare " All the world's a stage!"
- After school today come out and watch the jr. boys rugby try to maintain their undefeated streak as they take on cross-town rivals, Mouat. Game starts at 3:30. Come out at support the boys!
- All Grade 9 students who are interested in writing the UFV Math Contest need to see Mrs. Dudzik in room E302 today at lunch.
There is an important golf team meeting at Ledgeview this afternoon at 4 pm.

Senior Girl's Rugby
Senior Girls Rugby defeated last season's BC #2 Clayton Heights on Thursday 22 -0 in our first league game of season. Madi Blakeburn scored two tries, Madi Borrows and Karli Funk each scored one try. Sharn Randhawa was player of the match for her hard running with and without the ball.

Timberwolves Football
Check out the article on Timberwolves football as featured in the Abbynews.com.

Wednesday March 24th Announcements:
-Football Romeo"- rehearsal today after school in Drama Room. Please be prompt! Ms. F
- Stagecraft production meeting immediately afterschool everyday this week in the woodshop.
- All yearbook students need to attend important meetings today and tomorrow at lunch in N105. If you have other commitments, show up for yearbook, and apologize to those teachers instead.

Miracle on Ice
One more sleep until the Bateman attempt of 'The Miracle on Ice'...If the 2010 grads defeat the Staff in Wednesday's 3:45 Ice Hockey game at ARC, that is exactly what it will be: A Miracle. Free admission, come support a Miracle! From Mr. Dods.

Senior Girls Soccer
Great effort by the senior girls soccer team on Monday in their 3-2 lose in an exhibition game against Yale. Amazing goals by Kara Delwo and Megan Scheirling. Player of the game was Karlee Pederson. Good luck in your first league game on Wednesday.Good luck in your first league game on Wednesday. Reminder to all players to get their consent forms into to Mrs. Burk ASAP.

Tuesday March 23rd Announcements:
-Any grade 9 girls interested in playing basketball next year please come to the gym at lunch today (Coach Thoutenhoofd)
- Reminder of Grad Fashion Show tonite....please buy your tickets at the office...fundraiser for Haiti.
- Meeting at lunch (11:05) in W304 today for this year's Honours 10 English students who are going into Honours 11 English next school year.
- Stagecraft production meeting immediately afterschool everyday this week in the woodshop.
- All Yearbook students, there is an important meeting today at lunch. All yearbook students must attend.
- There will be an important information meeting today for all students interested in the 2010 trip to Japan this summer. The meeting will take place in W212 (Mr. Faulkner's room) at the beginning of lunch. Please be on time. Arigato!
- Grade 12's - this week is your last chance to register to write the LPI exam. Please see Mrs. Crockett is W306 if you require more information.

Key Club Haitian Orphanage Fundraiser
Students from the RBSS Key Club will be coming around to classes during block D on Wednesday and Friday of this week to collect funds for our cause, supporting a Haitian orphanage. Details of donations will be explained on these days.

Grad Fashion Show

RBSS Grad Fashion Show is on Tuesday March 23 at 7:00pm.
All proceeds from the Fashion Show will go to charity as their legacy gift.Tickets are on sale at the office or at the door for $5.00.

Wolves Football
Coming September 2010 we are pleased to announce Robert Bateman Secondary will have a football team. More details will follow.

Monday March 22nd Announcements:
-Senior girls soccer meeting today @ lunch in the gym. Please bring your consent forms. (Ms. Burk)
- Stagecraft production meeting immediately after school every day this week in the woodshop. (Mr. Pinto)
-Grads, please take a look at the TV monitors this week. You have several grad-related deadlines coming up and we don't want you to miss out on all the great stuff that is going on!
- Grad hockey meeting in Mr. Wismer's room at lunch today.
- Girls rugby meeting in Mr. Dods room at lunch today.

Grad Cruise
Attention Grads, your grad council has been hard a work planning amazing memories - NEW this year is the GRAD CRUISE - on Thursday, April 15th The $60 ticket includes transportation into Vancouver, a three hour harbour cruise, a full meal, unlimited beverages, and a deck dance! We will be leaving Bateman at 4pm and returning around 11pm. Tickets are limited so don't be left off the list and on the dock so get your money into the office starting MOnday.

Senior Boys Rugby
The Sr Boys rugby team lost to Yale last night 42-16 in the first league game of the season.
Dilpreet Chahal and Mike Tebbutt played very well. Tyson Adams scored our lone try and Eric Vanderheok was named Man of the Match going 4 for 4 with his long range goal kicking. The Sr Boys travel to South Delta next Thursday for their next match.

Friday March 19th Announcements:
-Pizza lunch today for all First Nations students
-All students interested on the Bateman golf team should meet in the gym today at the start of lunch. If you want to golf but can't make the meeting let Mr. Chambers know.
-All students going to Central Europe 2011 with Madames Testa and Calder must attend a brief but urgent meeting today at 11:15 in room W216. See you then!!

Track and Field
- If you are interested in joining track and field this year, see Mr. Ritchie in E305

Junior Boys Rugby
The Jr. boys rugby played their first league and defeated the B team from Yale in convincing fashion. Forward of the match was Ian Railton for strong work around the breakdowns. Back of the match was Rickey Van Bugnum. He made two huge conversion kicks and showed strong organizational skills at scrum half. Next Monday is the first home game and they face Langley .

Thursday March 18th Announcements:
-Grad lanyards are now available and can be purchased for $5.00 at the office.
-All students going to Central Europe 2011 with Madames Testa and Calder must attend a brief but urgent meeting on Friday March 19 at 11:15 in room W216. See you then!!
-All students interested on the Bateman golf team should meet in the gym on Friday at the start of lunch. If you want to golf but can't make the meeting let Mr. Chambers know.
-Attention: this year's English Honours 10 Students. There is an important meeting about English Honours 11 next year on Tuesday, March 23 at 11:05 am in W304. Parents are welcome to attend, too.
-Culture Club celebrates all things Irish today in the Round Room at lunch. Don't miss the fun!!
- "Football Romeo" off book rehearsal today after school.
- Attention Grads: Jostens Grad ring Rep will be in the lower foyer by the round room at lunch today and Friday...please see her if you're interested in purchasing a grad ring.
-Grad Fashion Show: All grads participating in the Fashion Show must attend a meeting at lunch on today in Room W214 (Mrs. Calder's classroom)

Grad Parent Meeting: Grad Lock-in Planning

You are invited to attend a Grad Parent Meeting on Thursday, March 18th at Bateman Secondary in the library at 7pm. The agenda will include a brief overview of the upcoming grad activities plus a more detailed discussion of the parent hosting of Grad Lock In following Commencement Ceremonies on May 14th. With only two short months until "Grad" it is time to put start planning, organizing and getting ready to make some memories. We look forward to seeing you on the 18th and hope you have a restful and refuelling Spring Break!

Crystal Meth Presentation
Wednesday April 28th at 6:00pm there will be a Crystal Meth presentation free for the public at Matsqui Auditorium. Click here for more information.

Wednesday March 17th Announcements:
-As you can tell there are 35 guys wearing their game day clothing and probably some green too!!! - ties, dress shirts etc.
Yes the junior boys rugby team have the look today! - and after school today, at 3:30 on our field , come and watch them play our cross-town rivals, Yale! See you there.
- "Football Romeo" off book rehearsal today after school .
- Attention Grads! Jostens Grad ring Rep will be in the lower foyer by the round room at lunch on Thursday and Friday...please see her if you're interested in purchasing a grad ring.
- All grads participating in the Fashion Show must attend a meeting at lunch on Thursday in Room W214 (Mrs. Calder's classroom).
- All yearbook students need to meet with Mr. Kask in N105 today at lunch.

Tuesday March 16th Announcements:
- There is stagecraft production meeting immediatley after school today in the woodshop.
- Grads vs. Staff Hockey sign-up in Mr. Wismer's room at the start of lunch today.
- Sr. Girls Rugby meeting at start of lunch today In Mr. Dod's room.
- Senior girls soccer practice today afterschool. Meet on the track @ 2:45pm. (Ms. Burk)
- The Grad 2010 Spring Fashion show will be held on Tuesday, March 23rd at 7:00 pm in the Round room. Tickets are now on sale in the office: $5.00 advance ($7.00 at the door). All proceeds to Haiti relief. Grads, remember this is your fundraiser, we still have not had any door prizes donated - come into the office and pick up some sponsor letters.

Canadian National U17 Rugby
Congratulations to Ryan March and Justin Douglas who have made the Candian National under 17 Rugby Team. Both boys will be travelling to Britain over Easter to play 3 matches against Portugal, Italy and Scotland

Monday March 15th Announcements:
-The Grad 2010 Spring Fashion show will be held on Tuesday, March 23rd at 7:00 pm in the Round room. Tickets are now on sale in the office: $5.00 advance ($7.00 at the door). All proceeds to Haiti relief. Grads, remember this is your fundraiser, we still have not had any door prizes donated - come into the office and pick up some sponsor letters.
- Attention all Bateman boys and girls basketball players... If you are interested in going to the Triple A Provincial Basketball tournament on Thursday please come see Mr Braich in Room W104 at lunch. This trip is open to anyone who played on a Bateman basketball team this year.

LPI Exam
Going to university or college next year? Have you written the LPI? Do you need to? RBSS will be hosting an LPI sitting on April 8th at 3:00 pm. You must register prior to writing the exam. Please see Mrs. Crockett is W306 for more details.

Grad Fashion Show Tickets
Grad Fashion Show tickets go on sale this week for the Grad Fashion Show on Tuesday March 23rd. Tickets are $5.00 in advance and $7.00 at the door. This Grad fundraiser is an opportunity for this year's grad class to leave a legacy with money raised going to charity.

We are also in need of door prizes for this event. If you can donate a prize, contact Nicky Mauro. Hope to see you on March 23rd.

Skills Canada Gravity Car Competition Results

Congratulations to our three Grade nine woodwork teams that participated in the annual Skills Canada Gravity Car competition. They were: The Lumber Jack - Hayden Allen, Derek Braun, Brett Klassen, Adam Fox and Brayden Tieamn; Jumbo Six - Jessie Nyl, Leah Adran, and Jamie Tourigny; The Gravity Car - Odie Jorgensen, Brett Huntington, Cody Houlton and Jason Kim.

The competition was tight with eight groups competing. The Lumber Jack placed first for Gold, Jumbo Six placed second for silver and The Gravity car Placed 4th. The difference in times for first, second and thrid was only .06 and .03 seconds respectively.

This is our third first place win for the Regional competiton. Once again, our first place group will advance to represent Robert Bateman at the Provincial competition.

Grad Yearbook Write up & Stage Crossing Quotes

The deadline for the Grad Yearbook Writeups and the Stage Crossing quotes are due Friday Februay 26th. The Grad Yearbook Writeup is emailed to Mr. Kask and the Stage Crossing Quote is emailed to Mr. Sloboda.

Friday February 26th Announcements:
- Managers needed for the Sr and Jr boys rugby teams. Any student or students interested should contact Mr. Rowell in the Gym.
- Attention all grads, baby pictures and write-ups need to be received by the end of today. Please drop off your baby picture at the office and make sure that it is well labeled. Write-ups need to be emailed, see your information sheet for details.
- If you are interested in attending the Midsummer Night's Dream field trip the afternoon of MARCH 16TH, and have not yet signed up, please see Mrs. Anderton at lunch for a permission form. Tickets are limited, so please come by today so you don't miss out!

Canadian U17 Rugby
Ryan March and Justin Douglas have been selected to the Canadian U17 Rugby Team that will be travelling to Britain this spring to play in the Wellington Festival. This team is considered the best of the age grade. This event is put on by the Rugby Football Union of England and features several European nations. Over the years Canada has beaten Scotland, Wales, Fance, Romania, Portugal, Georgia and the USA. Good luck to both of you.

Thursday February 25th Announcements:
- Any students currently not signed up and wishing to attend A Midsummer Night's Dream matinee at UFV on March 12th, are asked to see Mrs. Anderton at lunch today. Tickets are limited, so it will be first paid first served.
- A reminder to all winning Gravity Car participants that your permission slip to attend the Regional Competition friday feb 26 must be returned to Mr. Pinto today before 3:30. All participants are required to see Mr. Pinto today at lunch for a brief meeting.
- Stagecraft meeting today after school immediatley after the bell.
-Key Club is selling tickets for Recliner Day.
-Enter to win a recliner to sit on in all your classes on Friday. Tickets are for one dollar in front the library. All proceeds will go to a Haiti orphanage."

Timber Wolf Football

Robert Bateman Secondary is exploring the possibility of starting a football program for the 2010/2011 school year. A meeting for interested students was held last week and a letter and deposit form requiring a $100.00 deposit was sent home.

BC Football requires our commitment by Friday February 26th if we are to form a team for next year. Before we make a commitment to them, we want to ensure we have adequate student interest. If the $100.00 deposit is a problem, then provide us with a cheque for $30.00 as a deposit.

Click on the following link for the letter from Mr. Sarowa for additional information.

Senior Girls Rugby
Sr. Girls Rugby Team defeated Rick Hansen 30 - 0. Player of the game was Madi Blakeburn. Adrienne Bartlet and Chelsey Cormier had fantastic debut performances!

Wednesday February 24th Announcements:
- Grads, please come down to the office and have your height measured for your grad gown. After this week it will be too late and you will be wearing a potato sack!
-Mandatory girls rugby meeting at start of lunch today. (Mr. Dods)
- Attention all grade 10 boys who played on the jr boys basketball team this year. There is an important meeting in room W104 at the beginning of lunch.
- Sr Boys Basketball meeting at 11:15am today in room W104.
- The Jr Wolfpack is organizing a fan bus for the sr boys basketball game this Friday night at WJ Mouat. If you are interested in going on the fan bus please come sign up your name at Room W104 at lunchtime. The bus ride is free and seating will be reserved on a first come first serve basis.
- There will be an important meeting for any students interested in the trip to Japan in late June.
-Students who hosted a student from Japan last year please make sure you attend this meeting to guarantee your seat. The meeting will be in Mr. Faulkner's classroom W212 at the beginning of lunch.
- "Key Club is selling tickets for Recliner Day. Enter to win a recliner to sit on in all your classes on Friday. Tickets are for one dollar in front the library.
All proceeds will go to a Haiti orphanage."
- Attention all grads, baby pictures and write-ups need to be received by February 26. Please drop off your baby picture at the office and make sure that it is well labeled. Write-ups need to be emailed, see your information sheet for details.

January Provincial Exam Results
Students who wrote Provincial Exams in January will be able to find their results by visiting the Ministry of Education’s secure web site. Marks become available beginning March 4th. To view marks, you need to set up an account. You will need your PEN number which you will find on your report card in the top right hand corner. Report Cards were distributed to student to students on Tuesday February 16th.

https://www.bced.gov.bc.ca/exams/tsw/tsw/student/

Tuesday February 23rd Announcements:
- Stagecraft meeting today immediatley after school.
- Gravity Car Semi Finals are TODAY at lunch in the Wood Shop.
- Members in the following groups: Hurricane, Raging Bumble Bee, Inky Pinky, Jumbo 6, Skytrain, Stewie-Nator, are urged to come and compete in order to qualify for the Regional Competition this Friday, Feb 26th at the Abby Art Center. Please arrive immediately at the beginning of lunch or miss your chance to compete as the races will begin at 1:20.
- Managers needed for the Sr and Jr boys rugby teams. Any student or students interested should contact Mr. Rowell in the Gym.
- Grads, please come into the office and have your height measured for your grad gown. We require this information before spring break so time is running out.-- -The Girls Rugby team plays its first game of the season today vs. Rick Hansen. Kick-off is 3:00pm

Monday February 22nd Announcements:
- There is a final "try-on" of gowns & a meeting for all girls signed up for the fashion show Wednesday right after school in the Green Room)
- Girls soccer try outs are today. Meet on stairs by track @ 2:45pm. Bring cleats and gear.
- Gravity Car Semi Finals are Tuesday Feb 23rd at lunch in the Wood Shop.
- Members in the following groups: Hurricane, Raging Bumble Bee, Inky Pinky, Jumbo 6, Skytrain, Stewie-Nator, are urged to come and compete in order to qualify for the Regional Competition this Friday, Feb 26th at the Abby Art Center.
- Please arrive immediately at the beginning of lunch or miss your chance to compete as the races will begin at 1:15.
- For Feb 22/23/24...ATTENTION GRADE 12'S ...REMINDER THAT IF YOU'RE APPLYING FOR A SCHOLARSHIP THROUGH THE ABBOTSFORD COMMUNITY FOUNDATION YOUR APPLICATION IS DUE ON MARCH 24TH TO MRS LONGPRE OR MR BARTLETT. APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER THE FINAL DEADLINE OF February 22nd.
- Any students who have not yet signed up for the Math contests need to see Mrs. Dudzik in E302 by Monday.
- Managers needed for the Sr and Jr boys rugby teams. Any student or students interested should contact Mr. Rowell in the Gym.

Thursday February 18th Announcements:
-Grads - the deadline for ordering grad clothing is this Monday, February 22nd. This is the last time the 2010 grad clothing will be ordered. If you are interested, please see the samples in the office.
- Grads - baby pictures and write-ups need to be received by February 26. Please drop off your baby picture at the office and make sure that it is well labeled. Write-ups need to be emailed, see your information sheet for details.
- Also grads, don't forget to come in to the office and get measured for your grad gown - it only takes a moment.
- Don't forget to buy your recliner for a day ticket! On sale outside the library at lunch - all proceeds to a Haitian Orphanage.
- Culture Club celebrates India today at lunch in the round room!The Senior Girls Basketball team finished their season by being eliiminated from the Fraser Valley tournament by Pitt Meadows. The girls ended up in 5th place in the Valley and had a league record of 9 wins and 3 losses. The girls would like to thank all ths students and parents that supported them throughout the season.
-Mandatory girls rugby meeting in Mr. Dods' room E312 at start of lunch today.|
-The Sr Boys Basketball team is playing their last home game of the season tonight against Abby Collegiate. The boys need to win tonight so they can clinch the #2 seed in their league. The team wants to see all the Bateman students out cheering on their Timberwolves, the first 25 fans at the game will get a free noise maker. The Jr Wolfpack will be hosting a pre-game event which will include face painting and make your own signs for the game. They will also be awarding a free pizza lunch on Tuesday for the 20 loudest fans at the game. The pre-game event starts at 7:15pm and the game tips off at 8:15pm. See you there!!!
- An iPod Touch has been found and can be claimed in the office.

Senior Girls Basketball
-The Senior Girls Basketball team finished their season by being eliiminated from the Fraser Valley tournament by Pitt Meadows. The girls ended up in 5th place in the Valley and had a league record of 9 wins and 3 losses. The girls would like to thank all ths students and parents that supported them throughout the season.

Wednesday February 17th Announcements:
- Items in the office for: Jacob Franz, Athan Anderson, Kara Delwo & Sarina Brandt
-Don't forget to bring in your money for the recliner raffle. Tickets are on sale at lunch in front of the library all week. Remember, the proceeds go to an orphanage in Haiti.
- Culture Club celebrates India in the round room at lunch on Thursday! Don't miss it!
- Would all students interested in writing the Math contests this year please see Mr. Ritchie today at lunch. All Math 9 Honours students should see Mr. Ritchie at lunch today
-There will be a brief Stagecraft meeting today at lunch in the woodshop. Bring your lunch.
- Girls soccer try outs will be Feb 22, 24th and 26th from 2:45-4pm. If you would like to play you need to attend all dates.
- Bateman Cares student volunteers need to attend a quick meeting in Mrs. Coombs room (W304) today at the start of lunch.
-Attention all boys, if you are interested in playing football for RBSS next year, please attend a very important meeting tomorrow at lunch in room E202.

Grad Fashion Show Tuesday March 23rd
A letter to Grads & Parents.

Grad Yearbook Write up & Stage Crossing Quotes

The deadline for the Grad Yearbook Writeups and the Stage Crossing quotes are due Friday Februay 26th. The Grad Yearbook Writeup is emailed to Mr. Kask and the Stage Crossing Quote is emailed to Mr. Sloboda.

Junior Girls Basketball

-On Monday the junior girls basketball team won their opening round game of the Fraser Valley championships by defeating Walnut Grove secondary 37 - 30. Game high scorer was Kara Delwo with 20 points. The team now plays WJ Mouat at 3:00 today for the right to enter the elite 8 tournament.

Tuesday February 16th Announcements:
-Would you like a chance to sit in a comfy recliner in ALL your classes for a day? Well then, come to the table in front of the library at lunch to enter. Tickets are $1.00 each. All proceeds go to a Haitian orphanage. Thank you for your support.
- There will be a brief Stagecraft meeting Wednesday, Feb 17th at lunch in the Woodshop. Bring your lunch.
- Bateman Cares student volunteers need to attend a quick meeting in Mrs. Coombs room (W304) Wednesday at the start of lunch.
- Girls soccer try outs will be Feb 22, 24th and 26th from 2:45-4pm. If you would like to play you need to attend all dates.
- Attention all grads, baby pictures and write-ups need to be received by February 26. Please drop off your baby picture at the office and make sure that it is well labeled. Write-ups need to be emailed, see your information sheet for details.
- Grads, don't forget to come into the office to be measured for your Grad Gown. It only takes a few seconds......
"Football Romeo" rehearsal today after school in the Drama Room. Please be prompt! (Ms. Fernandes)
Boys Rugby Tour Meeting, Gr. 9, 10, & 11 in Room W104 tomorrow February 17th at lunch. (Mr. Rowell)

Course Planning Evening

Wednesday February 17th beginning at 7:00pm in the library is our Course Planning Evening. This evening is for parents and students so they can learn more about course selections for grades 10,11 and 12. In addiction, the counsellors wiill discuss Graduation and Post secondary requirements. All students have been asked to discuss their course selections with their parents and inform them of this evening. We want to help students and parents make the best choices possible.

Congratulations
Congratulations to the following students for their hard work in Semester One Term Two.

Average of English 12 and 3 provincially examinable courses. Average must be over 90%
GR 12 FIRST CLASS PRINCIPAL'S HONOUR ROLL

Average of English 12 and 3 provincially examinable courses. Average must be over 80%
GR 12 PRINCIPAL'S HONOUR ROLL

73 - 100% average in all classes with marks excluding modified courses, esl and those without a full time teacher/classroom such as Work Experience, Apprenticeship, Independant Studies, Grad Transitions and Spares
GR 12 HONOUR ROLL TERM 2

Average of English 11 and 4 academic courses leading to Provincial exams in Grade 12. Average must be over 80%GRADE 11 PRINCIPAL HONOUR ROLL

73 - 100% average in all classes with marks excluding modified courses, esl.
GRADE 11 HONOUR ROLL TERM 2

73 - 100% average in all classes with marks excluding modified courses, esl.
GR 10 HONOUR ROLL TERM 2

73 - 100% average in all classes with marks excluding modified courses, esl.
GRADE 9 HONOUR ROLL TERM 2

Students on the Effort Honor Role are students who have received a G (Good effort) in a majority of their classs with no N's (Needs Improvement). The classes that are not G's need to be S's (satisfactory effort).
EFFORT ROLL

Junior Girls Basketball

- The junior girls basketball team has qualified for the Fraser Valley Championships by defeating Abby Collegiate on Friday. The team now plays Walnut Grove today at 4:30. The game will be played at WJ Mouat. Girls please be at Mouat by 4:00 today.

Monday February 15th Announcements:
-The Sandy Hill Peer Tutoring meeting at lunch today has been cancelled. Please contact Mr. Bartlett tomorrow and he will reschedule.
- A reminder to Jr boys basketball players to turn in your strip to Mr. Stewart in the PE office at the beginning of lunch today.
- There will be a brief Stagecraft meeting this Wednesday, Feb 17th at lunch in the woodshop. Bring your lunch.
- Girls soccer try outs will be Feb 22, 24th and 26th from 2:45-4pm. If you would like to play you need to attend all dates.

Friday February 12th Announcements:
-The Jr. Wolfpack would like to thank everyone for making candy gram sales a success. We sold over 400 candy grams which were delivered in block C. There were some candy grams that were not delivered because not enough information was given by the sender. If your candy gram was not delivered to the person
you sent them to please come see Mr Braich and the Jr Wolfpack members who will be located in front of the gym.
- Girls soccer try outs will be Feb 22, 24th and 26th from 2:45-4pm. If you would like to play you need to attend all dates.
- Band and choir students are reminded to hand in their music tour forms to Mr. Werner today. If you forgot, please see Mr Werner at lunch.

Dylan Shaw Carries the Olympic Torch
Dylan Shaw Olympic Torcher Bearer carried the Olympic Torch Tuesday in White Rock. Here are a few pictures of the day.

Junior Boys Basketball

Jr. boys basketball lost last night in the semi finals of the tournament on the B side. They were defeated by Hansen 51-49. They led the enitre game up until the last few minutes. Josh Columbus had a MVP game with 23 points and 10 rebounds, points Ryan Kaethler9 pts, John Beckerleg 8 pts. Team practiced approx 30 hrs during the season 12 students playing on the team. This was the last game of the season.

Junior Girls Basketball

The junior girls basketball team defeated Mission secondary 48 - 36. The games high scorer was Kayla Smith with 17 pts. The team concludes the Abby Mission playoffs on Friday. Gametime is 6:30 at WJ Mouat.

Thursday February 11th Announcements:
-Attention GRADS....If you signed up fro the Fashion Show you must attend a meeting tomorrow , today at lunch in Rm E311(Mr. Lieuwen' class)...bring your lunch.......
- Football Romeo after school today in the Drama room- Be on time!!
- Any students interested in joining Track and Field this year please see Mr. Ritchie in E305
- Tomorrow is formal day so dress up. King of Hearts will be on Friday as well, with a yummy prize for the guy who wins the most girls hearts. A Wolf Pack member will come around to C block classes on Friday to give each girl her heart, and explain the rules of the game.

Wedneday February 10th Announcements:
-Culture Club celebrates Valentines Day and the sweetness of love! Don't miss it! Thursday in the round room at lunch!
- Any students interested in joining Track and Field this year please see Mr. Ritchie in E305.
- This Friday is formal day so dress up. King of Hearts will be on Friday as well, with a yummy prize for the guy who wins the most girls hearts. A Wolf Pack member will come around to C block classes on Friday to give each girl her heart, and explain the rules of the game.
- Reminder to all yearbook students that we have a meeting in N105 today at lunch. (Mr. Kask)
- Mandatory Sr Boys Basketball meeting in room W104 at lunchtime today. (Mr. Braich)
- Attention GRADS....If you signed up fro the Fashion Show you must attend a meeting tomorrow , Thursday at lunch in Rm E311(Mr. Lieuwen' class)...bring your lunch.......

Junior Girls Basketball

The junior girls basketball team defeated MEI 70 - 24. The game's high scorer was Annika Reimer with 18 points. The girls continue their playoff on Wednesday at Abby Christian. Game time is 6:15.

Junior Boys Basketball

The Bateman Jr. boys basketball team defeated Abbu Collegiate in the quarter finals 50-43. Top scorers were John Beckerleg with 21 points, Josh Columbus & Ryan Kaethler with 10 pts. each, Kent Hicks scored in the 4th quarter to help the win. The team plays Hansen 6:15 tonight at Abby Traditional in the semi-finals.

Tuesday February 9th Announcements:

-Attention yearbook students, we have a meeting today in N105 at the start of lunch. (Mr. Kask)
- Jr. Wolfpack students will be selling Valentine's Day candy grams for 50 cents each by the gym and by the office today at lunch.
- Attention all grads, baby pictures and write-ups need to be received by February 26. Please drop off your baby picture at the office and make sure that it is well labeled. Write-ups need to be emailed, see your information sheet for details.
- This Friday is formal day so dress up. King of Hearts will be on Friday as well, with a yummy prize for the guy who wins the most girls hearts. A Wolf Pack member will come around to C block classes on Friday to give each girl her heart, and explain the rules of the game. -

LPI
In order to avoid a non-credit remedial English course in university, students must either do well on the English 12 or Literature 12 provincial exam, or they must write and score well on the Language Proficiency Index exam (LPI). Depending upon student demand, we may offer an April 8th writing. If this is something that interests you, please see you English 12 teacher.

The entrance requirements vary from university to university, but this website will direct you to each university and its expectations: http://www.ares.ubc.ca/LPI/03_LPI_Test.html

Thursday February 4th Announcements:
-The Jr. boys basketball team plays Abbotsford Collegiate at 7:45 tonight at Heritage Park.
- Any student interested in joining Track and Field this year please see Mr. Ritchie in E305 at lunch today.
- Attention all Jr. girls basketball players. Game tonight at Bateman, start time is 6:15. Please be in the gym by 6:00. (Coach McGennis)
- Score keepers are still needed for the basketball playoff games tonight. Please see Mr. Chambers in the gym at lunch to sign up.
- It's not to late to come out for rugby. Training today on the field starting at 3 pm. (Mr. Chambers)
- Grad lanyards are now available in the office. If you have previously purchased a lanyard
- Reminder of Key Club meeting in W216 at lunch today.
- This Friday is formal day so wear your dress clothes. As well, King of Hearts will on Friday, with a yummy prize for the guy who wins the most girls hearts. A Wolf Pack member will come around to C block classes on Friday to give each girl her heart, and explain the rules of the game.
-All Carpentry students with projects in the woodshop are required to pick up their projects today after school before 3:30 PM.
-Tomorrow is the last day for lost and found items to be picked up. All unclaimed items will be donated to charity. Please have a look at the tables outside of the office if you are missing an item of clothing. Thank you.
- Grads, please remember to come into the office to be measured for your grad gown..... it only takes a moment

Dylan Shaw Carries the Olympic Torch
We are very proud that our very own Dylan Shaw will be carrying the Olympic Torch this week in White Rock. Congratulations Dylan!

Junior Boys Basketball

The Jr. boys basketball team finally showed a Bateman heart! They trailed by eight points in the final two minutes of the game against Heritage Park last night, but defeated them in overtime 46-45. Top scorers were John Beckerleg with 24 points including the two winning free throws. Parmvir Bhullar, Josh Columbus, Ryan Kaethler and Kent Hicks all with 6 pts. The next game is on Monday at 7:45 at Heritage Park in Mission.

Friday February 5th Announcements:
-Come on out and support the Olympic Torch Relay and visit the McDonald's on South Fraser Way - this Sunday from 3-7pm featuring Ronald himself, plus free giveaways,, and fun stuff! See Mr. Sarowa, Mr. Sloboda or Mrs. Pollastretti and get a free drink coupon if you can answer this questions - Name two other Canadian cities to host the Olympics?
-Attention all grads, baby pictures and write-ups need to be received by February 26. Please drop off your baby picture at the office and make sure that it is well labeled. Write-ups need to be emailed, see your information sheet for details.
- Grads, please come into the office and get measured for your grad gown. It only takes a few seconds.
- Students, please have a look at the lost and found items located on tables outside of the main office. All unclaimed items will be donated to a local charity

Letter from the Board:
-Official Notification: Local School Calendar 2010/2011
Option 1
Option 2

Robert Bateman Secondary Open House
Join us on Thursday February 4th from 6-8pm to see what Bateman Secondary has to offer.

Thursday February 4th Announcements:
-Come on out and support the Olympic Torch Relay and visit the McDonald's on South Fraser Way - this Sunday from 3-7pm featuring Ronald himself, plus free giveaways,, and fun stuff! See Mr. Sarowa, Mr. Sloboda or Mrs. Pollastretti and get a free drink coupon if you can answer this questions - Name two other Canadian cities to host the Olympics?
- The Jr. boys basketball team plays Heritage Park 6:00 p.m. tonight at W.J. Mouat.
- Do Bateman students care about their community? If you do, and want to help by volunteering to help in the Bateman area on a regular basis, please come to an information meeting Friday at the start of lunch in Mrs. Anderton's room W312.
- Attention all grads, baby pictures and write-ups need to be received by February 26th. Please drop off your baby picture at the office and make sure that it is well labeled. Write-ups need to be emailed, see your information sheet for details.
- Abbotsford Community Awards Workshop today at lunch in Room E311(Mr. Lieuwen's room)... please bring your lunch.
-"Football Romeo" rehearsal today after school in the Drama Room. Please be prompt! (Ms. F)
- There is a message in the office for Nicole Cardoso.
- Would all members of the Jazz Band please come to the band room for a very short meeting at the beginning of lunch.

Wednesday February 3rd Announcements:
- Items in the office for Jennifer Renz and Jacob Franz.
- Attention all grads, baby pictures and write-ups need to be received by February 26. Please drop off your baby picture at the office and make sure that it is well labeled. Write-ups need to be emailed, see your information sheet for details.
- All girls interested in playing rugby this year have a meeting in E312 at start of lunch today. (Mr. Dods)
- The junior girls basketball team started the first game of the playoffs with a 45 - 25 win over Sardis Secondary. Game high scorers were Karlee Pederson and Kayla Smith with 12 points each. The girls practice today at 3:30. (Coach McGennis)
- Please welcome our new Bateman students who are here from many countries! Remember: We all smile in the same language!!
- Abbotsford Community Awards Workshop on Thursday Feb 4th at lunch in Room E311(Mr. Lieuwen's room) ... please bring your lunch.
- Attention grads.....If you want to participate in the Grad Fashion Show You must sign up in the Counselling Centre on
Tuesday, Feb 2nd and Wednesday, Feb 3rd...You can ONLY sign up on these two days.
- First Nations Family Gathering Feb. 4, 2010 at the Aboriginal Education Centre. Please see the notice on Mrs.Baker's door (W202) for more information.
- Do Bateman students care about their community? If you do, and want to help by volunteering to help in the Bateman area on a regular basis, please come to an information meeting this Wednesday at the start of lunch in Mrs. Anderton's room W312.
- Could the following students please see Mr. Pinto in the woodshop immeditely after these announcements for two minutes: Dimitry Boutmertchuck, Eddie Yaromich, OJ Henderson
- The Jr. Boys basketball team was defeated last night 59-46 by Mission in the opening game of the Upper Valley Tournament. Kent Hicks scored 10 points, Parmvir Bhullar 9 and Ryan Kaethler had 8 rebounds.
- Football Romeo rehearsals tomorrow after school.

Sto:lo Nation Community Development Career Fair
On Jan.29th students attended a career fair hosted by the Sto:lo Nation Community Development Dept. Special thanks to Mrs. Frans and Mr.Norton for thier assistance on the field trip.

PAC Meeting Wednesday February 3rd
Our first PAC meeting of 2010 is on Wednesday February 3rd. Please join us at 7:00pm in the library. At this month's meeting Mr. Brad Hutchinson from the Abbotsford Virtual School will be sharing with us course opportunities for students including some new courses in Semester Two including: Animation and Modeling series (3D Content Creation 10, Animation 11, Game Design 12), Spanish 12 , Science and Tech 11, Earth Science 11 and Punjabi 12.

Upcoming monthly meeting are on:
Wednesday February 3rd
Wednesday April 7th
Wednesday May 5th
Thursday June 2nd

Olympic Torch Comes To Abbotsford
The torch will be in Abbotsford on Sunday February 7, 2010. The Torch will arrive in Abbotsford at Whatcom Road at approximately 4:00 pm. The relay will then proceed west towards the Abbotsford Recreation Centre on Old Yale Road. The torch will
then proceed west towards the city centre arriving at Rotary Stadium- Exhibition Park at approximately 7:00pm.

Bateman students interested in attending the relay as a group can sign up in the office with Karen.

Tuesday February 2nd Announcements:
- Items in the office for Jennifer Renz and Jacob Franz.
- Attention all grads, baby pictures and write-ups need to be received by February 26. Please drop off your baby picture at the office and make sure that it is well labeled. Write-ups need to be emailed, see your information sheet for details.
- All girls interested in playing rugby this year have a meeting in E312 at start of lunch today. (Mr. Dods)
- The junior girls basketball team started the first game of the playoffs with a 45 - 25 win over Sardis Secondary. Game high scorers were Karlee Pederson and Kayla Smith with 12 points each. The girls practice today at 3:30. (Coach McGennis)
- Please welcome our new Bateman students who are here from many countries! Remember: We all smile in the same language!!
- Abbotsford Community Awards Workshop on Thursday Feb 4th at lunch in Room E311(Mr. Lieuwen's room) ... please bring your lunch.
- Attention grads.....If you want to participate in the Grad Fashion Show You must sign up in the Counselling Centre on
Tuesday, Feb 2nd and Wednesday, Feb 3rd...You can ONLY sign up on these two days.
- First Nations Family Gathering Feb. 4, 2010 at the Aboriginal Education Centre. Please see the notice on Mrs.Baker's door (W202) for more information.
- Do Bateman students care about their community? If you do, and want to help by volunteering to help in the Bateman area on a regular basis, please come to an information meeting this Wednesday at the start of lunch in Mrs. Anderton's room W312.
- Could the following students please see Mr. Pinto in the woodshop immeditely after these announcements for two minutes: Dimitry Boutmertchuck, Eddie Yaromich, OJ Henderson
- The Jr. Boys basketball team was defeated last night 59-46 by Mission in the opening game of the Upper Valley Tournament. Kent Hicks scored 10 points, Parmvir Bhullar 9 and Ryan Kaethler had 8 rebounds.
- Football Romeo rehearsals tomorrow after school.

In February 2010 the Satisfaction Survey will be administered to students in grades 10 and 12 and their parents. We encourage parents to participate in this survey, as the results are important in identifying and celebrating current strengths, as well as determining where the school needs to focus improvement. The surveys contain standard questions for the Province – in addition, questions from the school and/or district that focus on local conditions or issues may be included.

This year, the survey can be completed electronically and can be accessed on the Internet at www.bced.gov.bc.ca/sat_survey.   Any computer with an Internet connection can be used, and access to the e-survey is simple and secure. All that is required is a logon number that the school will provide to participants. Provincial, District and School Reports for previous years can be viewed at the same site, without a logon number.

The e-survey site will be open for the month of February.

http://www.bced.gov.bc.ca/sat_survey/access.htm

To receive your logon number by phone, please contact Christine at the school at 604 864 0220 or by email robert_sloboda@sd34.bc.ca.

Monday February 1st Announcements:
- Attention grads.....If you want to participate in the Grad Fashion Show you must sign up in the Counselling Centre on
Tuesday, Feb 2nd and Wednesday, Feb 3rd...You can ONLY sign up on these two days. (Mrs. Longpre)
- Attention all jr girls basketball players. Playoffs start today at Sardis Secondary school. The bus leaves at 6:30. Please be at the school by 6:15.
(Coach McGennis)
- Would all basketball scorekeepers Please meet with Mr. Chambers at the start of lunch in the gym.
- Sr boys rugby practice starts today at 2:45 on the main field. (Mr. Chambers)
- All jr boys wanting to play rugby this year should meet in W104 at the start of lunch today. (Mr. Chambers)
- All girls interested in playing soccer must attend a meeting at 11:05 (lunch) in the gym on Wednesday. (Ms. Burk)
- Junior Boys Basketball results from last week are as follows: The boys defeated Heritage Park 61-41 last Friday. Top scorers were John Beckerleg with 18 points and Josh Columbus with 15. Player of the game was John Beckerleg. The boys were defeated by Earl Marriot on Saturday 62-56.
John Beckerleg had 25 points, Josh Columbus 11. Player of the game was Josh Columbus. Bateman defeated Hansen 41-35 in their 2nd Saturday game with Justin Vargas scoring 11 points, Josh Columbus 10 and Ryan Kaethler 8. Play of the game was Justin Vargas. Bateman is third in the tournament standing. The boys play Mission at 7:45 pm tonight in Mission in the first game of the league tournament.

Course Planning 2010-2011
The counsellors will begin course planning with students in the second and third week of February for our current Grade 9-11 students. For students currently attending Clayburn Middle, our course planning starts with the Open House on Feb 4. This is an opportunity for parents and students to talk to teachers and students about academic and elective courses that students will take in Grade 9. Counsellors will complete course planning during the week of March 22 to 26. Grade 8 students will visit RBSS in the early part of the week and then counsellors will go to Clayburn to complete the course selection on March 24-26. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Bartlett (surnames ending in A-K) or Mrs. Longpre (surnames ending L-Z) at RBSS.

To visit the Course Planning page click on the link below or click here.

Grad Fashion Show Models
Attention grads. If you want to participate in the Grad Fashion Show you must sign up in the Counselling Centre on
Tuesday, Feb 2nd and Wednesday, Feb 3rd.You can ONLY sign up on these two days.

Saturday School
Beginning in Semester Two we will be implementing Saturday School as a means of supporting student achievement. Saturday School will run from 9-11:30am. Students are assigned by classroom teachers when their grades fall below 50%, or if they have one or more NHI assignments/homework/ projects/tests etc.

Students assigned to Saturday School willl be give a form to take home which serves as their official notification. Students may earn their way out of Saturday School by handing in the assigned work to Mrs. Pollastretti by Friday 3pm where she will remove your name from the attendance list and submit assigments to the referring teacher.

Saturday School will be run on the following Saturdays in Semester Two.

Homeroom Monday February 1st
On Monday February 1st students are to attend their homeroom classes at 8:05am to pick up their Semester Two timetables. Students are to then report to their block A class. Monday is a Day 1 AB CD.