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Welcome to Sir Robert Borden!
Mission Statement Our mission at Sir Robert Borden School, a safe and welcoming centre for learning, is to ensure all students possess the skills to adapt andcontribute to a diverse and ever-changing world and become self-fulfilled, lifelong learners, through challenging, relevant programs, active partnerships, and the best use of our community resources.
Facts • Sir Robert Borden has about 210 students • Students have 5 one hour periods each day • We start our day at 8:00 and finish our day at 2:05 • Our lunch break is from 11:10-11:55
Facts • Sir Robert Borden has about 220 students • Students have 5 one hour periods each day • We start our day at 8:00 and finish our day at 2:05 • Our lunch break is from 11:10-11:55
Administration • Principal: Mr. Beuckx • Vice Principal: Ms. MacIntyre
Our Support Team • Ms. Smith—Guidance Counselor • Mr. Simmons –African NS Student Support Worker • Mr. Fingerhut—Resource Teacher • Mr. Jones —Student Support Teacher
Cafeteria *Please note: We do not have a serviced cafeteria. Students can use the facility to eat lunch. Microwaves are available. .
Band… part 2 Grade 7 Band Students who play in grade 6 band are welcome to join band at Sir Robert Borden in September. This year we have 27 gr. 7 students. Some events they perform at: • Christmas concert • Music Festivals • Assemblies • Spring concert • Year – end event
Student Activities • Spirit Week is held a few times a year and each day has a theme like PJ day, Sport day, Crazy Hat Day and School Colours day.. • There are lots of sports and clubs and all students are welcome to participate or come cheer on SRB! Be sure to listen to announcements!
Student Activities Extra Curricular Activities At lunch Sign Up sheets Activities Change Frequently Listen to Announcements Talent show Held in Spring Sign Up Sheets Auditions Practices are held
Sample Schedule Sample Daily Schedule For gr. 7 Students
French Immersion • Sir Robert Borden has a late French Immersion Program • Open to All students • Most subjects are taught in French—exceptions are English, Art, Tech Ed, Phys Ed and Band
$$ Fees $$ • Student fees for all Sir Robert Borden students is $30. These fees are due in September. • Fees cover locker, combination lock, your SRB T-Shirt, and a USB drive.
T-Shirt Sizes • During orientation, please stop by the T-Shirt Station to make sure we have your T-shirt size. You can have a number put on back of you can leave it blank. • This is so your SRB shirt is ready for September!
PEBS Show Respect for: • Self – be on time, listen, be prepared, follow the dress code • Others – include others, celebrate uniqueness, use kind words, listen to the person in charge • Learning – value other’s ideas, be involved, make a positive impact in school • Environment – respect school property, keep a clean school
Communication • Power School (grades, assignments, attendance) • Email Addresses for teachers • Website for School Information and Announcements • Monthly Newsletter • Group Email for important events.
Frequently Asked Questions How long is lunch? Lunch starts are 11:10. You have to be back at the school at 11:55, and class begins at 12:05. The lunch period is 45 minutes long. Is there a recess? There is not a recess. However, from 10:00-10:10, students are permitted to eat a quick snack while listening to announcements How many classes do I have each day? There are 5 one hour periods each day, but you may have more than 5 classes if your class is only a half hour long. What time does school start in the morning? You have to be at school by 7:55 and the first class starts at 8:00
