The snow on the playground has disappeared and been replaced by nice, big puddles. It is hard to resist fresh puddles, so many students are returning home at the end of the day with muddy, wet clothing. Our custodian, Rodney Large, is kept busy mopping up muddy footprints.
The junior girls' mini-volleyball tournament went well. The team from the North Battleford Comprehensive High School went home with the gold medal. The girls thank Dennis and Penni Wawryk for the food at the canteen. They donated the water, nachos and all the supplies used to make sub sandwiches for the canteen that evening. Your generosity is greatly appreciated. The high school students also helped by working in the booth, scorekeeping and helping to clean the gym.
Saturday the girls participated in a six-team tournament in Medstead. They finished second in their pool and then lost to Medstead in the semifinal. This week the girls play some exhibition games in Blaine Lake on Monday, John Paul II on Wednesday and then will participate in the Battle West Northern Conference PlayoffsÌý Saturday at John Paul II.
In their spare time, the girls organized and sold sweet treats at the regional soccer game Friday. They are an ambitious group.
The junior boys' volleyball team hosted a four-team tournament at the school last Saturday. The boys played well and made it to the gold medal match against Leoville. It was an excellent final and the boys earned second place.Ìý
This Saturday, the junior boys will attend conference playoffs in Medstead.
Both of the school's senior soccer teams have advanced to the provincial playoffs Saturday. The boys advanced with a win over Patunak on Saturday in Lloydminster. They will travel to Middle Lake for provincials.
ÌýThe girls advanced with a win over Eagleview. The girls hosted the playoffs at Maymont, so students, staff and community members were able to watch some of the action. They will be hosting the provincials in North Battleford on Saturday, where they have access to more soccer fields.
Special thanks to Ron and Gary Caldwell for donating some of their topsoil to make the school's soccer field ready for the regionals. Also thanks to Brayden Harris and Connor Rothenburger for painting the lines on the field and the students who helped clear the snow and ice off the field as well.
Good luck to all teams that are participating in playoffs this weekend!
The graduating class is currently selling fruit, fruit juice and cookie dough as a fundraiser for their graduation. If you are interested, contact any Grade 12 student or phone Mrs. Brehon, the grad advisor, at the school.
Jean Anne Jackson attended a committee meeting last Thursday at the school division office. She is on the committee to develop one-page math assessments for the division.
Next Monday is Halloween, so the SLC is planning to make a haunted house. They are also inviting staff and students to wear costumes or orange and black to school Monday.
The senior girls' volleyball team will be hosting theÌý1A conference playoffs at theÌýschool Saturday, Nov. 5. It is a great opportunity to come and watch our senior girls in action.
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