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35045 Exbury Avenue, Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada, V2S 7L1 Phone: (604) 864-0220 Fax: (604) 864-0109Robert Bateman Secondaryeye to eye with respect

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Bateman Apparel Available in The Stump (beside the canteen) Monday to Friday. Orders are available for pick up from The Stump.

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Head of the Class Nominations See the information below to nominate your favorite Bateman Athlete or Coach

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Kaitlyn Ambury...National Calendar participant. Congratulations to Kaitlyn !!! Calendars can be purchased for $12.... Please see Ms. Raine or Mrs. Dunn

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Bateman Rugby National Champs! Tyson Adams, Ryan March, Jordie Best and Justin Douglas were members of the B.C. Provincial team who won the Gold at Nationals!

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Bateman Ski/Snowboard Trip to Whistler...Feb. 3 2012 Mandatory meeting for all participants Wed. Feb. 1...small gym at start of lunch.

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Course Changes for Semester 2 Changes to your semester 2 timetable can only be made during exam week.... Jan. 23- 27 See your counselor to set up an appointment.

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RBSS Grad Fashion Show February 21st Tickets are available Feb. 1 from the office....$5 for pre-sales....$7 at the door. Tickets purchased prior to Feb. 14 will be entered for an early bird door prize.

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Grade 9 Immunization Forms are due by Feb.1st Please turn your signed forms into the main office.

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Semester 2 Timetables can be picked up on Monday Jan. 23 Course changes...exam week only

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Get off the couch and join Rugby! If you are interested in playing RUGBY this see Mr. Chambers/Mr. Rowell or Mr. Dods for more info.

01/17/12Due to predicted freezing rain today, the school district has closed all schools today for students and staff.The Jr. boy's Basketball Tournament has been cancelled.01/17/12Congratulations to Lauren Kerr.....Grade 10 , who will be representing B.C. Women's Rugby with the Provincial U-17 team at a Rugby 7's Tournament in Las Vegas. B.C. Rugby is not providing any funding for the team. If you are interested in helping Lauren fundraise for the trip, please go to the following link.http://www.bcrugbynews.com/show_news.cfm?ID=68701/10/12Cheryl McCormack's memorial service has now been confirmed for Thursday January 19th, 1pm at Northview Community Church on Downs Rd.01/08/12Congratulations to the Sr. Boys Basketball team who finished 3rd in their tournament this weekend. The Grade 9 Boys are hosting a tournment this coming weekend followed by the Jr. Boys hosting a tournament the next weekend.01/05/12Exam schedule: Please click on the link icon to the right of this message under "Quick Links" in order to view the semester 1 exam schedule. Exams begin on Monday Jan. 23 and end on Friday Jan. 27. Students need to arrive 1/2 hour before the exam with all the necessary supplies. Please remember to hand in your textbooks to your teachers......they will need them for Sem. 201/3/2012The Province Head of The Class NominationsEach year the Province newspaper profiles the top highschool athletes and coaches, including awards for those who have perservered though adversity. If you would like to nominate your favorite Timberwolf then go the to following website.theprovince.com/hoc12/3/2011Bateman Ski/Snowboard trip.....Feb. 3, 2012Students who are enrolled in any p.e/dance, wolf pack, golf academycourses this year are invited to participate in a full day of skiing/snowboarding at Whister on Feb. 3, 2012. See any of the P.E. staff, Wolf pack teachers or Mr. Campbell to get your registration package. A $100 deposit and waiver forms are due on Thurs. Dec. 8th....See Mr. Campbell if you have any questions.11/21/2011Jr. Football Provincial Semi-Final game will be played this Wed. in Burnaby against John Barsby (Nanaimo) Students wanting to travel to the game on the Bat eman fan busneed to get a permission form from Mr. Braich.11/16/2011Jr. Football Advance to Provincial Semi-Finals!The Jr. Timberwolves played an outstanding match today at Mouat Field against Clarence Fulton Secondary (Vernon) defeating their Okanagan opponents 69-0 . The weather was wet and cold, however all the hard work and preparation of the players and coaches was rewarded with a complete game by the offence, defence and special teams.1/07/2011November NewsletterJostens Graduation Ring Day (Nov. 14 and 15th)Grads who are interested in checking out Grad rings, they will be available for you to view and try on in the foyer outside the round room. To design your grad ring......go to www.jostens.com11/02/2011Message to Parents From the Superintendant of SchoolsDear parentsPlease note that, as a consequence of the current teacher strike, the District has postponed the upcoming one hour early dismissal days scheduled for November 23 & 24 2011. Early dismissal days are specifically designed for the purpose of facilitating parent teacher interviews that relate to student progress reports. However, since teachers will not be issuing formal report cards the early dismissal days will be postponed to a date when they can be used for their intended purpose. Please note that our teachers are committed to meeting with parents to share information about your child's progress. Feel free to schedule an appointment by telephoning the school or emailing your child's teacher directly. Thank you for your patience during this time. Kevin GoddenSuperintendent of Schools/CEOATHLETICS THIS WEEKJr. Boys Football vs Hugh Boyd - Wedenday 1pm.Sr. Boys Football Friday at 12pmPARENT OPEN HOUSE ON NOV. 22ND 7 - 8 pmParents are invited to attend an Open House on Tuesday Nov. 22nd where we will have the opportunity to review school programss, career options for students and post - secondary options. For more information please contact any of the school Administrators.10/17/2011Spirit Week Continues....Wednesday Oct. 19th is Ceasar Day....wear your favorite TogaThursday Oct. 20th is House Dressing.....wear your Bateman clothes. PEP RALLY ON THURSDAY.New Student Meeting (Tues. Oct. 25th) If you are a new student to RBSS this year who did not attend Clayburn Middle last year, you are being invited to a meeting with the counselors and Administrators on Tues. Oct. 25th during last period (3). Please see the counselors to pick up an invitation to attend.on Monday October 24th.10.12.2011Take Our Kid To Work Day ....Wed. Nov. 2 All Grade 9's are encouraged to participate.Grade 9s: Enter the SD 34 - Abbotsford Take Our Kid to Work Day Contest and Win a Samsung Netbook!Take Our Kids to Work is The Learning Partnership's flagship initiative and one of its most popular programs. On Wednesday, November, 2, 2011 grade 9 students across Canada will experience a day in the life of an adult - at work. This annual, national program, enables the entire community - parents, teachers and employers to play an important role in the career development of young Canadians. Contest Details:All participating grade 9s are eligible. To enter the draw, students submit a photo and a short (no more than 2 paragraphs) written account or video account of their day at work on November 2rd to their School Career Facilitator (Jeff_Dods_sd34.bc.ca). Students should name the place of employment and what they learned and or enjoyed about the experience. Due November 5th.Questions:

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ATHLETICS

Football
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Basketball
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Golf Academy
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Gym Schedule

Football

Welcome to our second year of Timberwolves Junior Varsity and Senior Varsity Football. Click on the links below for games schedules.Junior Varsity Coaching Staff:Kelly Lochbaum, Dave Chambers, Alfred Brathwaite, Bryan Goetz, David MillsSenior Varsity Coaching Staff: Rick McDonald, Gary Emmerson, Sheldon Weinkauf, Len Loewen, Todd Di Guistini, Wally Fung, Ron Hull, Shaun Ball

Aquatics

Welcome to Timberwolves Swim Team. If you love to swim, come join the Bateman Swim Team. Practices begin September 14th at the Abbotsford Recreation Centre and run Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:45 - 3:30 pm.

Basketball

Welcome to Timberwolves Basketball! • Junior Girl Coach: Fred Andrews• Senior Girls Coach: John Thoutenhoofd• Junior Boys Coach: Barry Stewart• Senior Boys Coach: Virinder Braich

Volleyball

Welcome to Timberwolves Junior and Senior Girls and Boys Volleyball. Senior Girls Coach: Tamara Burk Junior Girls Coaches: Tara Plantinga & Kate Etsell Senior Boys Coach: TBA Junior Boys Coach: TBA

Rugby

Welcome to Timberwolves Rugby. Girls Rugby Coaching Staff: Daniel Webster and Marisa MeolaSenior Boys Rugby Coaching Staff: Dave Chambers, Steve RowellJunior Boys Rugby Coaching Staff: Mr. C. Kleisenger & Mr. M. Adams

Golf Academy

Please click the following link for access to the Robert Bateman Secondary Golf Academy:

Golf Academy

Click icon above for Golf Academy website.

Hockey

Ice Hockey

For Timberwolves Hockey information please click the following link:

RBSS Hockey

Soccer

Boys Soccer Coach: Rob RutleyGirls Soccer Coach: Tamara Burk

Track

Track and Field

Welcome to Timberwolves Track & Field. Click on the links below for the 2011 meet schedules.Track Coach: Jeff Ritchie

X-Country

Cross Country

Welcome to Timberwolves Cross Country. Click on the links below for the 2011 meet schedules.Coach: Jeff Ritchie

Gym Schedule

Please click on the attached pdf for the January gym schedule.

Jan Gym Schedule 1-04.pdf

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Lunch Menu

Monday

Windmill Deli sandwiches (including vegetarian) - $3

Soup - $2

Soup and Deli Sandwich - $4

Tuesday

Chicken Teriyaki Rice Bowls and Beef Teriyaki Rice Wraps - $3

Wednesday

Subway Sandwiches (whole wheat turkey, pepperoni, trio, ham or vegitarian) - $4

Thursday

Sushiteria’s Sushi (California, Dynamite, Chicken Teriyaki Rolls, and Avacado Vegitarian) - $4

Friday

Pizza by the slice -$2

Available Daily…

Fresh fruit - $ .50

Cheese sticks - $ .50

Turkey pepperoni sticks - $ .50

Granola Bars - $1

Apple juice, orange juice, fruit medley, mixed berry boxes - $.50

2% milk to go - $1.50

Hot Chocolate - $1

Water - $1

Muffins - $ .50

Breakfast Quesadillas - $1.50

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Check My Mark

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Checkmymark is an online marks program designed by educators.

Entirely web based, it allows access from any location with an internet connection. Teachers, students, and parents may access their marks at any time with instant updates at Checkmymark.

Bell Schedule

Bell Schedules

The regular bell scheduel will be used on all normal school days.

The Timberwolf Bell Schedule will be used on special event days, such as pep rallies, assemblies and guest speakers.

bell-schedule.pdf

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Grad Handbook

Looking for information on what you need to graduate? Click the icon below to download the 2011-2012 Grad Handbook.

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Bateman PAC

The Parent Advisory Council (PAC) is made up of parents of students attending Robert Bateman Secondary. We meet on the first Wednesday of every month at 7:00 pm in the library (with the exception of January and March). Everyone is welcome. The PAC is a way for the parents to actively participate in not only the educational aspects of school life, but also the social and community scene as well. The PAC sponsors all kinds of events to enhance the school experience for our children.Dear Parents, (Dec, 2011) Thanks!PAC President: Keldie Jamieson.Vice - President: VacantPast President: Kathy DoullTreasurer: Karen WilcoxSecretary: Sandra WensleyDPAC Representative: Kevin PedersenParent PACK: Penny StonehewerFundraising Coordinator: VacantSchool Planning Council: Tom Norton, Kathy Doull, Kim RiddellNEXT MEETING IS ON WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 1, 2012

Honour Roll

Honour Roll Qualifications

Grade 9GPA of 3.0 or better Effort- A majority of Gs, no NsGrade 10GPA of 3.0 or betterEffort- 3 0r 4 Gs out of 5, no NsGrade 11GPA of 3.0 or betterEffort- A majority of Gs, no NsGrade 12GPA of 3.0 or betterEffort- A majority of Gs, no NsPRINCIPAL'S HONOR ROLLGrade 11-English 11 + 4 Academic courses at the Grade 11 level at 80% or better.Grade 12-English 12 + 3 Provincially examinable courses at the Grade 12 level at 80% or better.PRINCIPAL'S FIRST CLASS HONOR ROLLGrade 12 English 12 + 3 Provincially examinable courses at the Grade 12 level at 90% or better.

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Course Planning 2011-2012

Click the links below for the 2011/2012 Course Planning Booklet and Course Planning Sheets.

COURSEPLANNINGSHEETS 2011-2012.pdf

2011-2012COURSEPLANNING2-3-11.pdf

Advanced Placement

Robert Bateman Secondary provides opportunity for students to take College Board Advanced Placement courses, which provides them with advanced standing upon admission to most post-secondary institutions. Through college-level AP courses, you enter a universe of knowledge that might otherwise remain unexplored in high school; through AP Exams, you have the opportunity to earn credit or advanced standing at most American and some Canadian colleges and universities. It is anticipated that more College Board courses will be offered in the future.Advanced Placement English is a university styled program offered during grade 12. Essentially, it is a broad survey of English literature, but it requires students to analyze literature, both poetry and prose, in detail. If students score well on the American College Board exam in May, many universities will provide credit for an equivalent first year literature course. This is a challenging course, but a rewarding one for the academically inclined or those with a advanced love of literature. Advanced Placement English is paired with Writing 12 (they alternate day-by-day over the school year), so students learn not only how to interpret rich literature but how to create it. The program is enriched with field trips to The Vancouver International Writer's Festival and Bard on the Beach, as this course runs over two semesters.

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2011-2012 Newsletters

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Nov 2011.pdf

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January 2012 Exam Schedule

Please click and download the pdf below to view the January Exam Schedule

Jan.-12examschedule.pdf

STAFF

Our Staff Team

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Virinder Braich

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Dawn Brummitt

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Deidre Dudzik

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Sherry Dunn

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Nicole Calder

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Bruno Bergen

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Doug Earl

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Dave Chambers

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Marc Bergen

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Jennifer Crockett

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Rod Faulkner

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Ali Blair

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Matt Jones

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Les Neufeld

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Jo-Ann Fernandes

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Bruce Fisher

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Ruth Neveu

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Kevin Lloyd

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Ken Fox

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Mike O'Donnell

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Diane Longpre

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Tara Plantinga

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Belinda Giles

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Arnie Nermo

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Linda Pollastretti

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Deb Henderson

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Moira Testa

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Jeff Ritchie

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Joanne Weatherby

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Stephen Rowell

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Dave Sagert

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Daniel Webster

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Jinder Sarowa

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Kris Werner

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Anita Teljeur

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Clarke Wismer

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TELEPHONE: 604 864 0220

FAX: 604 864 0109

ADDRESS: 35045 Exbury Avenue

Abbotsford, BC

V2S 7L1