Eagle's Eye

Teachers schedule assessments with intention, and students are expected to write exams during the designated assessment time. However, we recognize that absences do occur for a variety of reasons. To support students in catching up on missed assessments—without losing additional instructional time—SCS offers an after-school exam-writing opportunity.

Students who miss an in-class assessment will be expected to write it after school as soon as possible (typically the next day). This process does not apply to students who access exam-writing accommodations.

After-School Exam-Writing Space

• Location: Room 212

• Time: 3:40 p.m. – 5:10 p.m., every school day (2:40 to 4:10 on Wednesdays)

• Late or missed exams will not be written during lunch or class time unless arranged through administration.
  
  

This process is to protect instructional time and improve student learning. Research consistently shows that missing class negatively affects achievement. It can also limit a teacher’s ability to review or reference assessments during lessons when some students have not yet completed them. Offering a structured, after-school writing space ensures students can stay on track without compromising their learning or the learning of others.

Thank you for your support as we prioritize student success.

It’s every driver’s responsibility to take safety precautions. Whether you drive your child to school or have a teen driver, please consider the following parking lot safety tips for school parking lot safety. The bolded sections pertain specifically to our parking lot and were added by Mr. Winkel.

• Arrive early to school – The earlier you arrive, the easier it will be to find a good parking spot and the less likely it will be to encounter situations that lead to collisions

• Travel in the directions designated in the lanes of the parking lot — always turn right immediately upon entering our parking lot

• Avoid driving through empty parking stalls — there are a lot of children making their way to the shuttle or the school

• Limit distractions while driving and parking – Put your phone away

• Park in designated parking stalls only — no one should use the staff parking area for drop-off; students who are parking should use the first three islands of parking stalls; drop-off should occur in the back, nearer to the crosswalk/church building

• Obey all traffic control devices

• Keep your eyes on the road – Look in all directions for pedestrians, bicycles and other vehicles.

• Keep conversations to a minimum

• Do not enter or attempt to enter the bus lane, unless directed by a parking lot supervisor (special cases (i.e., student on crutches) — arranged with parking lot supervisors)

Together we can ensure the safety of all students, staff, and their families!

Cst. Cheri-Lee Smith

Strathcona County RCMP

School Resource Officer

Our Grad 2026 students are kicking off their fundraising efforts — and we’d love your support!

Eagle's Nest meals are $6 each, or you can purchase a 5-meal punch pass for just $25. Punch cards are available to purchase at the office. Exact change and card is accepted.

Monday, December 15 (Day 1)

• Waffle Bar

Tuesday, December 16 (Day 2)

• Chicken Club or Pulled Pork Wrap with Chips

Wednesday, December 17 (Day 1)

• Grilled Cheese or BLT Sandwich with Soup

Thursday, December 18 (Day 2)

• Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl or Butter Chicken with Naan Bread

Friday, December 19 (Day 1)

• Bacon Beast Burger and Fries

• December 4 to 19: 12 Days of Christmas Countdown
• December 17: Early Dismissal
• December 22 to January 2: Christmas Break
• January 8: Campus EIPS at Lunch
• January 19: Open House / School Council Meeting

Staff and students are invited to take part in our countdown-to-Christmas activities and spirit days throughout December.

We’re excited to host Campus EIPS during lunch hour on January 8th— and we hope you’ll stop by the table in the foyer. Campus EIPS offers online and in-person collegiate pathways, giving high school students real-world skills and early access to post-secondary opportunities while still in high school.

Whether you’re curious about trades, health & human services, dual-credit classes, apprenticeships, or using myBlueprint to map out your future — the table will be set up and ready to answer your questions. Campus EIPS can help you explore career options, plan for post-secondary education, and learn about pathways that match your interests.

You can also check out more information on their website about both in-person and online opportunities — and get updates on the upcoming Heartland Skills Centre opening February 1, 2027, in Fort Saskatchewan.

If you have any questions, come down to chat with them Friday at lunch — they are here to help you explore what’s next!

(Click the "It's Pizza Night" banner for more information)

🍕 Family Pizza Night – Every Last Sunday of the Month! 🍕

Make the last Sunday of each month a special one! Join us for Family Pizza Night and help support our Leadership 9 class as we fundraise (PAPA JOHNS) for our program and upcoming trip.

It’s simple:
✅ Order your favorite pizza using the code below
✅ Enjoy a fun meal with family and friends
✅ Support our students at the same time!

This isn’t just about pizza—it’s about community. Invite your friends, family, and neighbors to take part too. The more people order, the more support we raise together.

📅 Mark your calendars: every last Sunday of the month for the whole school year!
📲 Share the code far and wide—every order counts!

Use this code at checkout: [SCA15]

Thank you for making a difference, one slice at a time!

Guys Fellowship

Join us every Wednesday at lunchtime in the SPAC Legato for a time of community, The Word, small group discussion, and prayer. Any SCA guy, grade 7-12 is invited - No sign up required. No matter if you're new to faith, or have been following God your entire life, Fellowship is for you!

Girls Bible Study

Join us every Tuesday at lunchtime in the SPAC Legato for a time of community, Bible study, and prayer. Any SCA girl, grade 7-12 is invited - No sign up required. No matter if you're new to faith, or have been following God your entire life, Girls Bible Study is for you!

Monday Morning Prayer

Join us every Monday morning from 8:00-8:30AM for a time of intentional prayer for our school, church, students, and teachers. Every SCA student, grade 7-12 is invited - No sign up required. Meet at the front doors of SCA, and we'll head to the SPAC prayer room together

Are you interested in arranging a carpool for school drop-off and pick-up? If you are a parent in the Edmonton area looking to connect with other families from SCS, contact Jono Zantingh jono@evolvechurch.com.

Carpooling is a great way to ease traffic congestion, reduce travel time, and build stronger connections within our school community.

If your child is going to be late or absent, please be sure to contact the school office as soon as possible to inform us of the reason. This helps us keep accurate records and ensures student safety.

Parent Aware
Please note, if a student is marked as Parent Aware, they should not be on campus. Parent Aware is meant to indicate that the student is absent.

Late Slips
Students who arrive late must report to the school office to receive a late slip before going to class. Parent Aware Lates will be marked as such on the slip.

⏰ Morning Arrival

• School doors open at 8:20 AM.
• Classes begin promptly at 8:39 AM.
  Please note that this is a slightly earlier start time than previous years.
  Students may not enter the building before 8:20 AM, as supervision is not available.
• Students may only enter the building early if they are participating in:
• Monday morning prayer
• Concert Band
• Athletics (team members only)

⏰ End of Day

• Dismissal is at 3:24 PM (and 2:24 PM on Wednesdays).
• We do not offer after-school supervision.
• Students may only remain at school after dismissal if they are participating in:
• After-school exam writing
• Math help
• Athletics (team members only)
• Choral
  
  

Students are not permitted to stay in the building to wait for sports events to begin (unless they are on the team) or for youth events later in the day.

❄️ With winter on the way, please ensure your child dresses appropriately for the weather, as students will be expected to wait outside both before and after school.

During an emergency, our first priority is the safety of students and staff. To provide an effective response to any school crisis, the Division has developed an Emergency Response Plan. Please review.

Please take a moment to review our Personal Device Management with your student. This helps ensure that both parents and students are aware of expectations and responsibilities regarding technology use at school.

With the winter season almost here, the school has a few reminders for families:

• Ensure students have clothing appropriate for expected weather conditions.
• If weather conditions are bad enough to impact student transportation, Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) advises families directly, and posts updates on social media and eips.ca. · Decisions regarding bus cancellations are guided by an EIPS administrative procedure that states, “school bus service may be suspended…when there is a forecast or current temperature of -40 C, including wind chill factor, in one or more regions.” Other reasons for suspending or delaying school bus services include adverse weather and poor road conditions.
• When school bus services are suspended, schools remain open to students.
  

For more information, contact EIPS Student Transportation at 780-417-8151.

In managing the necessary shift in learning following the labour disruption, the following changes in student assessments and supports have been made for the 2025-26 school year:

• For elementary and junior high schools, there will be only two report cards—to be issued January 28 and June 23.
• Parent-Teacher-Student interviews will take place on December 1.
• All common exams for grades 7, 8, 10 and 11 are cancelled for semester 1.
• Kindergarten developmental screeners will be issued twice this year—in mid-December and again in June.
• For students with an Instructional Support Plan, schools will be reaching out in late-November or early-December (rather than earlier in November) to finalize these plans for the year.

On October 31, Alberta Education and Childcare cancelled the January 2026 diploma examinations and Grade 9 Provincial Achievement Tests (PATs). Students may opt to write January diploma exams in April or June 2026, on a voluntary basis.

The Guide to Reporting Student Achievement (GRSA) and School Education Plan (SEP) for the 2025-26 school year are now available! The GRSA explains how the school assesses student achievement, determines grades and more. The SEP details the school’s priorities and goals for the year—with key strategies and measures in achieving these outcomes. You can access Strathcona Christian Academy Secondary’s GRSA and SEP through the two corresponding home page tiles at https://www.scasecondary.ca.

Did you know you can sync the school calendar to your own calendar? Simply, visit https://www.scasecondary.ca/calendar, click on “Subscribe to Calendar” and follow the instructions. Within seconds, your calendar will contain all Strathcona Christian Academy Secondary’s important dates including holidays, school-closures days, planned activities and events, and it will remain synced with all the latest updates throughout the school year.

Pay School Fees Online! School fee information for the 2025-26 school year is now posted on the PowerSchool Parent Portal. All fees are due within 30 days of being posted. To access your fee information, simply log in to the PowerSchool Parent Portal and go to “Student Fees.” There you can view your fees and pay them online. If you’re unable to pay your school fees, you can apply to have certain fees waived. The application deadline is Dec. 15, 2025.

NOTE: Don’t forget to also log in to the PowerSchool Parent Portal regularly throughout the year. Fees are often added to your child’s account to cover the cost of various school activities such as field trips, class projects, extracurricular activities fees and more.

For more information, visit the school website, under the About > Fees tab. Alternatively, contact our Business Manager, Jennifer Gibson at jennifer.gibson@eips.ca or at 780-464-7127.

SPAC Youth has weekly gatherings, and we would love to have you join:

Senior High (Grade 9-12)

Tuesday | 7pm

Junior High (Grade 7-8)

Wednesday | 7pm

We’d love to have you join

Follow us on Instagram - @spacyth for more details.

We hope to see you there.