RBC Olympian Presenting

We are pleased to welcome RBC Olympian Colin Mathieson to our school on Thursday morning as a start up to the Carman Community BlizzardFest activies.  Colin's message is that achievement comes from recognizing the opportunities around you.   Colin's message focuses on the importance of redefining your capabilities while reminding yourself of those who supported you along the way. 

Colin has competed on the Canadian national team since 1995. Colin has competed in four Paralympic Games 1996,2000,2008, 2012 with a medal in 1996 in the 4x400m relay. In addition to his Paralympic accomplishments he has also won 3 bronze medals from the IPC World Championships (2002, 2013) and a silver medal from the 2006 IPC European Championships in Helsinki. Colin also holds several Canadian Championship titles from 1994-2014.  Colin is from Winnipeg.

Yearbook Deadline is February 2!!!

Yearbooks must be ordered this week in the school office.  We have a February 2 deadline to declare how many books we want printed.  Do not be disappointed, buy your yearbook on Monday.  Cost is $40 and cheques can be made out to Carman Collegiate. 

Second Semester starts February 2

Grade 9 to 12 final exams are complete and the second semester begins on Monday, February 2.  Grade 9 to 12 report cards will be sent home on Friday, February 6.  We plan to email them home at 2:00 pm, and hand out the paper versions at 3:30 pm. 

Ag Days

Students enjoying the view from
one of the many massive combines.

Carman Collegiate Grade 8 students travelled to Brandon on Thursday for the Manitoba Ag Days.  The students were one of many schools to visit the exposition that highlights agricultural production expertise, technology, and equipment that attracts exhibitors and visitors from across Canada and North Central United States.

The day started with the students being given an introduction into the population distribution on the different continents, how many people live in the urban vs the rural areas, percent of land used for agriculture, and the percent of food consumed and produced by the different regions of the world.  The students then headed for the Keystone Centre for the afternoon of finding information.  Students were divided into groups and given questions to answer.  Each group had to answer 20 questions at 20 different locations.  Not only did the students cover a lot of ground, they also learned of the great diversity of occupations connected to agriculture.  A great day was had by all.  Many thanks to our parent volunteers for leading groups through the exhibition centres. 

Carman Students Promoting the Boyne Regional Library

Cover to the promotional video created by the Animation Club

Carman Collegiate animation students have been working on a video for the Boyne Regional Library board.  The intent of the video is to promote the expansion of the library. The proposed expansion would include the addition of more space to allow for more programs to be offered such as children’s activities, meetings and classes. The students also interviewed community leaders and students about the importance of libraries and literacy.  Students involved are:  Allan D, Matthew K, Dawson E, and Jordan P. 

Family Movie Nights

Our Philanthropy Group hosted two movie nights over the last week.  On Thursday, January 15 they hosted the movie "Big Hero 6" and then last night they hosted "Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day".  Almost 150 people came out to the first movie, and about 85 people attended the movie last night.  The "Big Hero 6" turnout was the biggest movie night to date, and gave the Philanthropy Group a great leap on their fundraising campaign for local charities.  Thank you to all for coming out to our movie nights. 

Cougars Win!

The Carman Collegiate Cougar Hockey team captured their home tournament for the first time since 2007, defeating the Mountain Mustangs in a very exciting final Saturday night.  The Cougars came out of the first period tied at a goal each.  In the second period they gave up two before responding and entered the final period down 3 - 2.  The Cougars came into the third period on fire, and scored another four unanswered goals.  Looking to have the game well in hand, the Mustangs came back with two goals in under 20 seconds.  The Cougars were able to finish the game with a late open net goal to capture the tournament title with a 7 to 5 victory.  Scott O led the come back with a pair of third period goals. 

46th Annual Cougar High School Hockey Tournament

Check out the high school hockey action this weekend.  Gold Medal games goes Saturday at 7:00 pm.  Cougars play Friday night at 7:00 pm with hopes of punching their ticket to the gold medal game.

Exams

Grade 9 to 12 Exams are approaching.  The exam schedule for January and June can be viewed at http://carmancollegiate.pbworks.com/w/page/85648873/Exams. 

• Math 40 Provincial Exams take place from January 20 to 22. 
• Grade 9 to 12 school exams take place from January 26 to 29. 
• The last day of regular semester 1 classes is Friday, January 23.
• There is no school on Friday, January 30.
• First day of second semester classes is Monday, February 2.

Grade 7 and 8 students have regular classes throughout the exam period.

 

 

Yearbooks on Sale!

Capture those memories!  2015 Yearbooks are now on sale. The cost is $40. Pay by cheque (Carman Collegiate) or cash at the office. The deadline to order your book is Monday, February 2, 2015. 

Child Fitness Tax Credits

The Child Fitness Tax Credit receipts are available at the office for parent pick up.  The Child Fitness Tax Credit is for any parent who paid a school sport fee in the 2014 calendar year.  If parents wish to call and give permission for their child to pick up their receipt, you are welcome to do that.