Oct. 31, students and many staff members arrived at school looking very聽different. They had transformed into princesses, warriors, vampires, witches and many other characters. It was Halloween and everyone was excited.
The older students had changed several of the rink change rooms into a Haunted House. For $2, students could enter the house and see what thrills and chills were to be discovered. Some of the younger ones were a little anxious, but most reported it wasn't too bad.
The weather was decent so the trick or treaters were able to enjoy their walk around collecting various treats.
聽The senior girls' volleyball team聽hosted the six-team conference playoffs Saturday. They finished second in their pool of three and advanced to the semifinal match against Perdue. This was a must-win game if the girls were going to advance to regionals.聽 Unfortunately, the girls fell short, so their season is complete. For the four senior players 鈥� Audrey Friesen, Kayla Gray, Kassidy Menzies and Jocelyn Bzdel 鈥� this marks the end of their high school volleyball career. Thanks for the memories and all the years that you dedicated to the Maymont School volleyball program.聽
Thanks to Kandice Walker and Krista Nickell for coaching the girls this year. The time you dedicated to the team is greatly appreciated.
Nov. 7, the Grades 10 through 12 students attended See Your Future in Saskatoon. This is an education and career fair held at TCU Place. Thousands of students attend the fair from all over Saskatchewan to discover the opportunities available to them in their future. Students are provided with in-depth information from universities, colleges and other organizations.
Following the career fair, students spent the afternoon wall climbing as part of their physical education program.
The school, once again, participated in the Operation Christmas Child program. Classrooms filled boxes for young boys and girls to send to another country so all children could receive a gift on Christmas Day. Thanks to all the families that provided donations for the boxes.
For many years, a Remembrance Day essay and poster contest was sponsored by the Legion. This is no longer available, but students are still writing articles and creating posters to display around the school because of the importance of this day.
The annual Scholastic Book Fair will be held from Nov. 15 to 18 in the school library. It will be open on the evening of Nov. 17, during student-led conferences. It is a great opportunity to buy books and the school library can build up its inventory as well.
The student-led conference聽is a different format from the parent-teacher interview, which was the format for many years. Students, instead of the teacher, show their parents or guardian what they are learning at school. This could be an online video, demonstration or assessments. It is meant to be positive and a chance for each student to shine.
The school will be closed Friday, Nov. 11 for Remembrance Day. It will also be closed Monday, Nov. 14, for a school holiday.
Our deepest sympathy is extended to staff member, Anita Prescesky, on the recent passing of her mother, Evie Bulmer. Our thoughts are with Anita and her family.
