BRACE Blast!

We are back to classes today, Wednesday, Oct. 29!

Here is BRSD's information page on Labour Action.

- Kids and staff return Wednesday, Oct. 29

- Students should have access to their courses by the time you have received this - if not, let us know.

- SSPs continue to be a work in progress

- Q1 Parent-Teacher interviews are tentatively scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 13 from 4-6pm

DUE DATES FOR QUARTER 1 COURSES WILL BE ADJUSTED BY end of Friday, Oct. 31

These dates are given to help make the coursework manageable and to give students time for review, rewrites, studying, etc.

- Students can find these posted in Moodle

- Quarter 1 class due dates will be adjusted - students are responsible for knowing these

- Students do need to recognize that they will put in time to stay on track

- All Quarter 1 coursework due is Nov 17th

- Quarter 1 Final exams written on or before: Nov 19th

Quarter 2 Courses

- Quarter 2 class due dates will also be adjusted

- Quarter 2 will START Nov. 20

- All Quarter 2 coursework due: January 16th (all diploma coursework, including exams, due this day)

- Quarter 2 Final exams for 10s and 20s must written on or before: January Jan 19th - 23rd

Semester Courses

- due dates will be adjusted to have students finish coursework by January 16th to give time for review, rewrites, studying, etc.

DUE DATES WILL BE ADJUSTED BY end of Friday, Oct. 31

These dates are given to help make the coursework manageable and to give students time for review, rewrites, studying, etc.

- Students can find these posted in Moodle

- All coursework is due: January 16th (all diploma coursework, including exams, due this day)

- Quarter 2 Final exams for 10s and 20s must written on or before: January Jan 19th - 23rd

These are things that we do NOT know yet, but will communicate any information once we know it.

- Adjustments to year calendar
- Adjustments to bell schedule
- January Diploma exam dates/implications

Please remember that due dates are set to help students manage the activities in the courses in a way that is sustainable and beneficial for learning. These will be adjusted to support students so that the course work is manageable; however, there will be areas where a higher level of engagement is necessary.

Please ensure to reach and communicate to teachers when you are struggling or if circumstances arise.

IF YOU DID NOT GET A STUDENT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM, PLEASE LET US KNOW!

Students who have not completed their form will be frozen out of their courses until the form is returned.

Please ensure that verification and re-enrollment forms are done as well! If not, students aren't fully registered and will be frozen.

School fees have been assigned and are due ASAP in Rycor.

You can pay the fees online here.

October

- Wednesday, Oct. 29 - ELA Diploma Part A

- Thursday, Oct. 30 - SS Diploma Part A

- Monday, Nov. 3 - School Photos @ 11am

November

- Monday, Nov. 3 - Math Diploma

- Tuesday, Nov. 4 - ELA Diploma Part B

- Wednesday, Nov. 5 - SS Diploma Part B

- Thursday, Nov. 6 - Physics Diploma am, Biology Diploma pm

- Friday, Nov. 7 - Chemistry Diploma am, Science Diploma pm

- Friday, Nov. 7 - Remembrance Day Recognition

*We have not had the ability to look into November Diplomas or implications, but here are dates for those who were planning on writing them

Click here for the BRSD 2025-26 Printable Calendar

These have been rescheduled to MONDAY, NOV. 3! BE THERE! 11am!

A big thanks to our wellness team for the treats and welcoming students back!

Jaden is our Wellness Coach and Dayna is our Student Wellness Facilitator! And they bring a lot of wellness - this time in donuts and snacks ;)

Mr. Price is going to host playing Go on Mondays and Wednesdays at lunch!

Talk to Mr. Price if you are interested!

We are planning for lunches to start next week, but will confirm that by the end of the week.

Gr. 11s - are you connected to the HS+ Google Classroom? Have you made an appointment to check in with your career counsellor? They are in your schools to help you: plan for graduation, research career paths, understand post-secondary requirements, and so much more. Gr. 12's should continue to reach out for help with post-secondary applications, checking graduation credentials, and life after high school support. Book on the HS+ Google Classroom calendars!

There are some open houses coming up!

Whether you’re starting your career or expanding your skill set, Delmar College Red Deer provides the hands-on training, industry insight, and expert mentorship you need to succeed in today’s competitive beauty industry.

The “Cell phone policy” has gotten lots of media attention this summer. We know that phones have a negative effect on attention and a negative effect on learning. Working with families and students to ensure a positive learning environment for our students is our goal.

Call the office if you need to get a hold of your student! Please do not call or text them in the middle of class.

Please ensure you are aware of the policy in our Handbook:

BRSD AP 135 - USE OF PERSONAL MOBILE DEVICES AND SOCIAL MEDIA IN SCHOOLS governs device use.

Specifically to BRACE:

1. Students will keep their devices in their backpack or bag and will not use it during instructional time unless for instructional purposes as directed by staff.

2. Students may use their phone at break times and may use it in the classroom only during lunch time.

3. Students need to discuss special circumstances with their teacher and administration. Administration will meet with families to discuss the need and a medical note may be required.

Progressive discipline will be implemented as per AP 135.

We are at based out of École Camrose Composite High School at 6205-48 Ave. When you come in the main parking lot, there is a set of parking spots in the North West corner of the parking lot, marked BRACE Parking. There are a set of stairs on the outside of the North East corner of the building that you would go up and then enter through the NORTH DOOR. A big sign is on the North East corner of the building to help out!

8:40-9:45 Instructional Time

9:45-9:50 Break

9:50-11:00 Instructional Time

11:00-11:05 Break

11:05-12:00 Instructional Time

12:00-12:30 Lunch

12:30-1:45 Instructional Time

1:45-1:50 Break

1:50-3:05 Instructional Time

Let’s Get Together!!

The Career Counselling Team is back and available to meet with high school students. Book appointments using the online booking calendar inside the High School Plus Google classroom. If you need us earlier, please email us. Grade 11 & 12 students should check their myPass for completed courses and credits. Remember to use your PERSONAL EMAIL to connect.

Our Career Counsellors have been busy! Check out their newsletter here and follow them on Instagram @hsplusbrsd!

Did you know you can check your student’s grades any time! We now use a tool called PowerSchool so that students and families can see their grades in real time - as soon as we enter a grade in, you can see it! More information is provided in another newsletter!

If you need bussing or would like to see if it is a possibility, please call us!