Tuesday, May 20 - Beading circle - 12:30-1:30pm

Wednesday, May 21 - Bowling! Bus leaves at 10:15am. Bus will return before noon.

Thursday, May 22 - Thrilling Thursday at 1:20pm! Board Games!

Tuesday, May 27 - Beading circle - 12:30-1:30pm

Thursday, May 29 - Thrilling Thursday at 1:20pm! TBA

We are going bowling!

Wednesday, May 21! Bus will leave at 10:15am and return to the school at noon!

No cost!

Need to wear socks!

If you are interested, email Mr. Chanasyk - mchanasyk@brsd.ab.ca

There is a form that needs to be signed!

Parents/Guardians or students who are 18 go to https://www.studentquickpay.com/brsd/

After logging in, click on the Student's Name in the menu bar near the top.

Then scroll down and find CONSENT FORMS.

Then there should be a Bowling Form!

If not, please let us know, or if it doesn't work!

Next week, Wednesday, May 28 at 7pm, a few presenters from the Central Alberta Child Advocacy Center will be giving a presentation on children's safety, focusing on cyber and in-person predators. They are extremely knowledgeable and engaging! A poster that has all the pertinent details. Feel free to use it! If you could get this out to your learning community, that would be great! It will be a very informative presentation.

Registration for next year! Call or email the office to check on your plan for next year.

Email mchanasyk@brsd.ab.ca or lhoff@brsd.ab.ca or call 780-672-2205!

By early June you should have connected with us about your plan for next year.

There will be two Norquest College HLTH courses offered to students, one in the fall (Sept-Dec) and one in the winter (Feb-May). The fall course will be HLTH 1031 (Health Aide Roles and Responsibilities) and has a 6 hour lab. The time, date and location for the one day lab will be determined in September, it will be at a couple health facilities in the BRSD area. The winter course will be HLTH 1032 (The Human Body, Health and Chronic Illness) and has no lab. Both courses are asynchronous and have no cost to the student. Please contact me if you have any questions. The course descriptions are below.

Please note that students (fall 2025) must be taking or completed Eng 20-2 or 20-1 in order to be eligible for the HLTH courses. This may impact their school timetable. Students can register for one or both courses. The intent form will be available soon but will only cover semester one courses (both Olds College and Norquest courses). The semester two course offerings will be available in January 2026.

Health Care Aide Roles and Responsibilities - HLTH 1031

This course focuses on the roles and responsibilities of a health care aide working in a variety of employment settings. Learners will acquire the skills to provide person-centred care that is safe, respectful, and based on the needs of the client. To meet the goals of person-centred care, learners will become familiar with the provincial legislation that guides safe, ethical, and personalized care. In addition, they will learn to work as part of the health-care team and how to follow employers’ policies and procedures within the scope of the health care aide job description. The health care aide is responsible for identifying, managing, and preventing potential environmental hazards in facilities and community-based settings, and must focus on the safety of the client as well as their own personal safety in different settings.

Note: Restricted to Health Care Aide

Course details

Course code HLTH1031

Credits 3 (college) and 3 (high school - HCA 3401)

Format and length

Lecture: 40 hours

Lab: 6 hours

The Human Body, Health, and Chronic Illness - HLTH 1032

This course examines the structure and functions of the systems that make up the human body and discusses the milestones of growth and development across a lifetime. Students will read about and discuss common chronic illnesses and will acquire the skills to provide safe care based on best practices according to clients’ diagnoses, needs, and care plans. Students will also learn care strategies to support the client, the client’s family, and themselves through the process of a client’s illness and death.

Note: Restricted to Health Care Aide

Course details

Course code HLTH1032

Credits 3 (college) and 3 (high school - HCA 3406)

Format and length

Lecture: 45 hours

Feeling overwhelmed? Stressed out? Are you worried about your mental health?

Did you know BRACE has a Student Wellness Facilitator?

Dayna Bartman is our Student Wellness Facilitator and can meet with students face to face or with a google meet.

Students can access 1:1 individual support to work on coping strategies, managing stress, talking through difficult situations and Dayna can help students connect to community mental health services.

Students 16 and over can make a self-referral by asking at the office for the needed forms.

Or contact Dayna directly at dbartman@brsd.ab.ca

For Diploma Courses, please look for your due dates and diploma exam dates on your course outlines and messages from your teachers.

• Students must complete 80% of the course by May 23rd to be registered for the Diploma. This course needs to be completed to write the Diploma. For Biology 30 and Science 30, this means you have completed Units A – C (all assignments and quizzes, Diploma Prep assignments A and A-C, and Unit Exam A-B) completed by May 23rd.

• All coursework is due June 18th for Science Diploma courses.

• As of June 18th, any incomplete assignments or assessments will receive a zero and a grade will be awarded for the course.

• Students who do not complete 80% will be withdrawn from the course.

After surveying our staff and our students, we would like to unveil to the world, the BRACE Bear!

The BRACE Bear represents strength, courage, and leadership and the ultimate symbol of bravery and power.

The bear is well-known in Alberta and has actually been found in our area, so while it is not common in Central-East Alberta, it is local.

The bear is independent, but incredibly loyal and protective and is seen as a protector and provider.

The bear is versatile and well-rounded living in a variety of habits from forest to mountains to plains. As an omnivore, the bear eats a variety of foods. And the bear is skilled in a variety of things, dig, climb, run, saunter, etc.

It is a reminder of the strength and resilience needed to survive in a harsh and unforgiving environment, and of the need to always be prepared for the challenges that life may bring.

It is a powerful reminder of the need to honour and respect the land, animals, and traditions of Indigenous peoples, and to work together to build a more just and sustainable future.

Go Bears!

BRSD is planning to host Rock the Diploma study sessions to prepare for the June diploma exams.

• Location: Ecole Camrose Composite High School

To proceed we need a minimum of 25 registrations per course.

If you are interested, please complete the registration form. Incomplete registrations will not be considered. Once registration closes, and if there are enough students enrolled, you will receive a payment link.

Camrose County is looking for students enrolled in Work Experience 15, 25, or 35 who reside in Camrose County to participate in our Strategic Student-Community Collaboration Project. This program offers students a unique opportunity to gain real-world experience focused on community engagement, tourism development, and rural innovation- rooted in the natural and agricultural strengths of Camrose County.

I have attached some promotional material in this email that provides more information about this project. I encourage you to share this with any of your work experience students.

Some of the possible roles for content creators include:

• Sports Semi-Pro: compete in golf, cornhole, horse shoe tournaments etc, crib at the Happy Gang Club, mens/ladies nights, discover hidden secrets of our golf courses and backyard games

• Farm Talk: showing the essentials of running a farm, while maintaining a sense of humor; pearls of wisdom from seniors in our community

• Outdoor Adrenaline: Showcasing our trails and lakes (using go pro cams/drones). Interview businesses with ATVs, demos?

• Lit and Lore: Libraries and Local History (ghost tours, historical building, library programs and inclusiveness)

• Beaches and BBQs: Showcase the best spots to take in the sun, campfires, grills and ice cream – spend time in the meat shops of producers discussing cuts

• Art Walks and Local Musicians: Show off local artists, promote upcoming shows; take in workshops offered around the county

• Culinary Creators: Videos on cooking and baking, sourcing ingredients with our local FACC; mentorship opportunities with producers or boutique bakeries

• Trades and Tools: Pick a different trade for each video and showcase what a day on the job looks like to encourage youth to take on RAP programming and promo different visits

• Eco Stewardship: film and edit videos designed to inspire our community to act on climate initiatives, beekeeping, fish and wildlife

• Festival Go-er: attend festivals and celebrations in the Camrose County region, review vendors and booths at shows, follow organizers of events, explore local committees who put on events

• Livestock Agent: tips and tricks for animal care, visiting local farms to discuss pigs, chickens, cows, goats, llama, bison, etc. Attend rodeos, training horses, dogs, etc.

• Self-Care Affair: Showcase businesses and parks that provide care for mental, emotional, social, and physical health

If you have any questions or need further information, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me or the Camrose County Economic Development team at ecdev@county.camrose.ab.ca.

Calling All Young Talent – Register Now for Jaywalkers Got Talent – Youth Edition! Dear Camrose Youth and Community Members, We are thrilled to announce an exciting new twist on a much-loved tradition – Jaywalkers Got Talent – Youth Edition is here! For the first time ever, this celebrated talent competition will shine a spotlight exclusively on youth under the age of 18. Do you sing, dance, juggle, act, play in a band, or have a unique talent to share? Whether you’re an individual performer or part of a group – such as a church youth team, dance school, music class, or youth band – we want YOU to take the stage! Event Details: When: Friday, June 6 to Sunday, June 8 Where: Main Stage at the Camrose & District Jaywalkers Jamboree Performance Time: Daily from 2 PM – 4 PM Semi-Finals & Finals: Sunday, June 8 How to Register: Learn more about the competition here: https://www.camrosechamber.ca/etn/jaywalkers-got-talent-registration/ Ready to sign up? Complete your registration now via this direct link: https://form.jotform.com/251186204146249 Spots are limited, so we encourage early registration to secure your place in the spotlight. Let’s come together as a community to celebrate the incredible talent of our youth! We can’t wait to see what you bring to the stage! If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to info@camrosechamber.ca. Camrose & District Chamber of Commerce Visit us at www.camrosechamber.ca

Brett attended PACE in 1998 and graduated in June of 2001. In a milestone demonstration of their love for Brett, the Starcheski family created the Starcheski Memorial Scholarship.

To apply, write a letter about yourself, your story, and your accomplishments.

To apply, you must have been accepted into a post-secondary institution, so you need to include the letter of acceptance in your application.

Email applications to brace@brsd.ab.ca

4-H Alberta Elmer and Ona Hansen Memorial Scholarship

- open to all Alberta rural farm youth and designed to help rural farm youth who must leave home to pursue a post-secondary education or trade

Please note a rural farm youth is defined as a youth who has lived on a farm in Alberta for the majority of their life and the farm is the primary source of family income.

The following scholarship amounts will be awarded in 2025:

• One scholarship: $20,000

• One scholarship: $15,000

• One scholarship: $10,000

• Seven (7) scholarships at $5,000 each

Student Eligibility/How to apply:

• Must be enrolled as a first-year student at an acknowledged post-secondary institution and not have previously started or completed a post-secondary program.

• Must be a young Alberta rural farm person.

• Applicants must provide confirmation that they have or are currently living on a family farm as well as provide the farm’s legal land description.

• Must have graduated from high school, have received their high school diploma, and be no older than 25 years of age. A copy of their high school transcript must be included with the application form.

• Must need to leave home to pursue a post-secondary education or trade. Proof must be provided that the student is not living at home, i.e. through a rental or dorm receipt.

• A photo of the applicant must be submitted with the application. The photo must be suitable for publication – a grad picture is ideal. Photocopies or proofs are not suitable. Quality scanned photos are acceptable.

• 4-H experience is NOT mandatory to qualify for this award.

The application for the Elmer and Ona Hansen Memorial Scholarship will open Thursday, May 1, 2025 until Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at Noon with the application available on the 4-H Alberta website. To go directly to the application, please click here.

For more information: scholarship@4HAB.com and 639-638-2231

I am excited to share information regarding the upcoming Asclepius Medical Camps available to high school students. These medical camps will be happening this summer in both Edmonton and Grande Prairie.

The Asclepius Medical Camp for Youth is an initiative aimed at increasing the enrollment of underrepresented populations in medical school. The goal is to demonstrate that a career in medicine is attainable, regardless of background, by demystifying the path to medical school and sparking interest among participants. The camp features a variety of hands-on activities, speaker presentations, group discussions, and interactive sessions that simulate a typical day in the life of a medical student. They encourage all applicants who meet the camp criteria, including those from rural areas, to apply.

Although the camps are completely free to attend, with lunch provided daily for all participants, students must apply for the camp as per the deadlines below..

Edmonton – apply by June 6th > CAMP is being held July 7th – 11th, 2025 (60 available spots)

For more information, including how to apply, visit https://sites.google.com/view/asclepiusmcfy/home.

Join our Padlet to answer!

Click here to join BRACE's Padlet. You will need to create an account - we do ask that you use your school email address, but you can make up your name - try to make it meaningful to you and appropriate!

Click here for this week's board - What is your favourite colour?

There are terms of use and anything that violates school rules and policies may result in disciplinary action. Let's be kind and keep each other safe!

We are looking for a Grade 10-11 BRACE student to serve as our second representative for BRSD's SAVY (Student-Led Advocacy for Voices of Youth) group. If you are interested, please let Mr. Chanasyk know!

Lot of great rewards:

- Looks great on a resume

- Build leadership skills

- Meet great people

- Great opportunities

Please ensure to check out our Instagram @braceschool_brsd to check for announcements, updates, and happenings!

Check out the March Career Counsellor newsletter here and follow them on Instagram @hsplusbrsd!

Research consistently shows that regular attendance is one of the strongest predictors of academic success. Students who attend school regularly are more likely to achieve higher grades, develop stronger social connections, and maintain positive mental health. Conversely, chronic absenteeism can create gaps in learning that are difficult to close and impact long-term outcomes. Ensuring that every student is present and engaged remains a top priority!

Attendance at BRACE looks very different - we consider attendance to be engagement - seeing you in our classrooms, or logging in Moodle and handing things in!

Keep engaged and keep in contact!

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!