Course Planning, a Message to Parents

Dear Parents,

Happy New Year. In the school year, January and February marks the beginning of planning for the upcoming year. During this time, I visit classes and discuss the course selection process with all grade 8 and 9 students.

Most of our elective course offerings are directly impacted by the student course selection process and this, in turn, can impact our staffing. Therefore, it is very important for students to make thoughtful and informed course selections. Our course planning guide is available online at http://tupper.vsb.bc.ca/, please review and discuss your child’s course selections with them.

Students who do not complete/ pass a required course will have to attend summer school remedial or repeat the course the following year. I strongly advise summer school when available. Registration and information regarding summer school will be available at the school after spring break.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding course selection or any other related matter, please do not hesitate to contact me. I can also be reached via email.

Honour Roll Assemblies Next Week

Honour Roll Assemblies will be held on Monday, January 12th at reading break (Grade 8) and Tuesday, January 13th (Grade 9). Congratulations to all who have made Principal's List and Honour Roll!

Attention Grade 9 Outdoorsy-types!

The Trek Program is a unique one year outdoor education experience open to all prospective grade 10 students across the district. If you are interested in this program, you should attend one of the info nights with your parents/guardians or come and discuss with me ASAP.

Trek Info Nights

• Tuesday January 13th at 7pm--at Prince of Wales
• Thursday, January 15th at &pm--Gladstone Secondary

The application deadline is February 20th

more info can be found at the http://www.vsb.bc.ca