Dear Northern Families,

Docudramas were a hit this week in the drama studio. Thank you to all the students who participated and to everyone who attended the shows. This coming week marks the end of the first half of the year and is of obvious significance academically. Teachers will be tabulating progress this week for report cards that are issued February 6^th. There is still half a year of school PLUS exams/ culminating activities…in other words, with a plan and hard work academic goals are all still in reach.

As a look ahead, we have two early closes in the calendar for early February. Unless there is progress in the collective bargaining process these will be cancelled and become full school days. The second closure (February 12^th @ 12pm) is usually our parent-teacher interview afternoon. Again, unless there is progress at the bargaining table this afternoon session will be cancelled and only the evening will be available for interviews. With this in mind we ask that you make careful decisions about what teachers you need to see to allow families with urgent need to see teachers a timeslot. More details will be available next week on the sign up process.

Please see a letter from the board here regarding the Corona Virus. This has been drafted by the board in response to increasing inquiries.

 

Here are the “Three Things You Need to Know about Northern Next Week” (a light week):

1. Gifted Advisory Committee Meeting: January 28^th @ 6pm
2. Term 1 Ends: January 30^th
3. Term 2 Begins (Civics/ Careers/ ESL changeover): January 31

Details:

1.GAC meeting scheduled for January 28^th at 6:30.

2.Term 1 Ends (civics/ careers/ functions/ ESL changeover)

3. Term Two Begins

 

Canadian Computing Challenge

The Canadian Computing Challenge will be held on Wednesday, February 12th. Sign up with Mr. Jamieson by January 31st.

 

Drama News

Drama Trip

Where? Stratford, Ontario

Who? All students attending Northern next year

What? The trip includes:

+ 6 Theatrical productions (Chicago, Spamalot, The Miser, Much Ado About Nothing, All's Well That End's Well and Here's What it Takes - new Canadian Musical by BareNaked Ladies lead singer - Steven Page)

+ 5 Tours - Costumes/Props Warehouse, Backstage, Gardens and Set Changeover tours

+ Cast and Crew meet and greets

+ 3 nights Hotel Accommodation

+ 3 breakfasts & 1 dinner

+ Luxury Motor Coach Transportation

When? Thursday, Oct 22 @ 3:30 to Sunday, Oct 25 @ 6:30

Registration is now open. Deadline to register is Sunday, March 15th. The first 25 students to pay the deposit will be accepted on the trip.

How? Registration is online. The package components are attached here: ONE TWO THREE FOUR FIVE SIX . Sign up instructions are included in the package. Please complete the forms and bring them to Ms. Wellsman in the drama office.

Why? An educational experience that is truly magical!

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Flora Wellsman

 

 

From the Guidance Office

Please remember that students who are interested in applying to highly competitive Ontario college programs need do so by Saturday, FEBRUARY 01^st, 2020.

Night School 2020

The TDSB semester two night school program begins this February, 2020. Registration is now open and will close at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 30th, 2020. Students interested in taking a night school class can visit www.creditprograms.ca and/or see their Guidance Counsellor for more information.

Did you miss it? Links to the slideshow from last night’s School Council/ Guidance presentation on “Course Selection, and Essential Overview for Parents can be found here: https://schoolweb.tdsb.on.ca/northernss/Guidance

Thinking of attending The University of King’s College in Halifax?

The University of King's College will be in Toronto on Sunday, February 9^th, 2020 for an Information Session. This event is a great opportunity to learn about King's programs, admissions, scholarships, King’s unique relationship to Dalhousie, and student life in Halifax. Students who want to apply to King’s can also take advantage of a free, expedited application by attending this event. To learn more or RSVP, click here.

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Carlton University Northern SS - Lunch Visit:

A representative from Carlton University will be visiting Northern SS Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at lunch in room 120. Find out more about programs, your application and have any other questions answered.

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Summer CO-OP – Application Due March 13, 2020

Did you know you can earn two credits this summer and gain employment experience?

Registration for Summer Coop is done in two steps:

1. Students must apply first through eReg: https://ereg.tdsb.on.ca/public/conedstudentlogin.aspx
2. Please upload this application and your résumé to eReg and have your guidance counsellor submit your eReg application.

eReg registration and receipt of the application and résumé must be received by Friday, March 13, 2020.

Please see your Guidance Counsellor for more details and to complete the application.

 

From the Special Education/ Gifted Departments:

If your son/ daughter has an IEP that has not been signed and returned to the school please submit it as soon as possible so we can maintain our records. Thank You.

 

Reminder from the TDSB regarding feedback

Secondary Program Review and Optional Attendance Policy – Virtual Public Consultations: The TDSB is undertaking a review of secondary schools to ensure all students have equitable access to programs and opportunities. As part of this review, the Board is also reviewing the Optional Attendance Policy (P013), which allows students to apply to schools other than their designated school by home address. On January 30, 2020, we will be hosting two virtual information sessions and invite you to join us. For more information on the proposed changes and other ways to provide feedback, please visit the TDSB webpage for Secondary Program Review.

Lunch Program!

The Toonie Trio Lunch Program is back in 2020! Students can come down to the Cafeteria on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays to get lunch for $2.

 

Northern Secondary School Foundation:

The next NSSF meeting is on February 18 @ 6:30pm.

For more information, contact us at info@nssf.ca

 

School Council:

School Council meets next on Tuesday February 25^th at 6:30pm.

For more information please visit our website at nsscouncil.com or email us at: nss.school.council@gmail.com

Upcoming Events

1. February 4^th: Regular Day- NO Early Closing PLC (please look for further updates)
2. February 5^th: African Heritage Assembly (assembly schedule)
3. February 6^th: Report Cards Issued
4. February 6^th-8^th: DECA Provincials
5. February 7^th: Course Selection Fair (extended lunch)
6. Feb. 11th: AP, Enrichment, and Scholarship Info Evening for Parents and Students
7. February 12^th: Parent-Teacher Interviews*watch for updates.
8. February 14^th: No School- PD Day
9. February 17^th: No School- Family Day
10. February 19^th: Chamber Concert at 3:30pm
11. February 24^th: Academic Resource Committee Meeting
12. February 25^th: Caring and Safe Schools Meeting
13. February 25^th: School Council Meeting
14. Feb. 27th: “Essential Stuff You Wanted To Know About Teen Substance Use But Were Afraid To Ask” - Information Evening for Parents and Students
15. March 5^th: Winter Athletic Assembly
16. March 10^th: NSSF Meeting
17. March 15-20: March Break

 

Have a great weekend,

Adam Marshall

Principal

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