IRSC Newsletter

As we conclude March, I hope everyone had a restful and enjoyable Spring Break. It's essential to take time to recharge, and I trust that students, staff, and families found moments to relax and reconnect.

With our return, we're focusing on planning for the upcoming school year. Course request season is approaching, and we encourage students and families to reflect on their goals and interests for the future. Our staff is here to support and guide students through this process, ensuring they make informed choices that align with their aspirations and strengths.
Additionally, I want to inform you that Wolf Creek Public Schools will be distributing division-specific surveys in April. These surveys are designed to capture localized feedback, helping shape individual school growth and education plans. They cover areas such as learning satisfaction, respect, conduct, and expectations, providing valuable insights into our school's unique needs and achievements. Your participation is crucial in helping us maintain high standards and continuously improve the education and support we provide to our students. Please keep an eye out for these surveys and take a few moments to share your perspectives.

As always, thank you for your continued support and partnership. We look forward to finishing the year strong and preparing for another successful year at Iron Ridge Secondary Campus.

Ed Coles

Principal

Iron Ridge Secondary Campus

April 1: Iron Ridge Collective (online @ 3 PM, link here)

April 7: ELAA post-secondary fair (1 - 3 PM in school gym)

April 10: Football Open House (5:30 PM in school gathering area)

April 11: PD Day / Nakiska Ski Trip

April 15: ICE Presentation @ IRIC (6 PM)

April 17: Parent-Teacher Interviews (3:30 - 7 PM) / End of Quarter 3

April 18 - 21: Easter Long Weekend

This week, students are being sent an online form where they can select their courses for next year. Please refer to our academic flowcharts to see course pathways at the Grade 10-12 level, and the image below for requirements for graduating with a high school diploma.

Stay tuned for an open house event date where we will offer parent presentations on these topics. We want to keep you informed on the opportunities available to your student in senior high and to work together to support them in their academic success.

The Grade 9 Junior Bisons basketball team had an outstanding debut season, finishing the regular season undefeated. After a tough and thrilling battle, they brought home a well-earned silver medal in the Wolf Creek Championship. An incredible achievement for a team in their first year together -- here's to many more victories in the year to come! (Ms. Dorsey)

Miss Bendera offered Foods in Quarter 3. Students learned the basics of cooking, preparing snacks and convenience foods, and baking. They made some delicious recipes, including "Bendera Bread", bannock and jam, muffins, pancakes, and alfredo pasta.

Mr. Mackey has offered Woods and Metals each quarter this year. In Metals, students learn fundamental skills and techniques to create practical and artistic metal projects, such as a tin rose and tin toolbox. In Woods, students used tools such as saws, sanders, and wood burners to create wooden mountain art.

Ms. Neufeld has offered Art all school year. This option focuses on the principles of art and design, and exposes students to a variety of artistic methods including drawing, painting, and sculpting.

Mrs. Bowie offered Strategic Games in Quarter 3, which gave students the opportunity to learn a variety of card, dice and board games (such as cribbage and chess). This option develops skills such as decision making, problem solving, cooperation, patience, and basic math skills. Students also designed their own games as a group project.

Ms. Dorsey exposed students to different training methods in our exercise room and spin bike room. Students focused on increasing muscular strength and stamina, and learned active recovery strategies. The lower impact workouts included yoga, pilates, body weight exercise, and mat work.

Mr. Verma's Media Communication option in Quarter 3 started with an exploration of portrait photography and editing techniques. Students learned filming techniques and helped support the senior drama program by capturing, editing, and presenting short clips performed by senior drama students.

Mrs. Adamson offered Yoga & Spin, which alternated between heart-pumping spin sessions and relaxing yoga and meditation sessions. Students learned to find their balance and have fun while working out.

The options sign-up form for Quarter 4 was sent to students on March 31 and they have until April 4th to complete it. Students will find out their new options by April 17th.

Here are the options available this quarter.

Day 1: Foods, Woods, Creative Esthetics, Art, Genius Hour

Day 2: Foods, Leather Works, Travel & Tourism, Digital Photography, Elementary Work Experience

Taia U. and Keevah R. were our Shout Out draw winners for the month of February, and Remington S. was one winner for March. Students and staff can nominate students for a shout out to recognize them for doing something positive within our school. All students who receive shout outs are named at assembly and then entered into a monthly draw for prizes.

If you would like to sponsor a shout out prize, please let us know!

Our School Reach team competed in the Regionals tournament at Ponoka Secondary Campus on March 15. They went undefeated in the round robin and made it to the finals. After a very close game, they finished second place and earned us a spot at Provincials. They will be competing at Hunting Hills on April 12th. Way to go, team!