Welcome to Langley Secondary School - Home of the Saints!

UPCOMING CALENDAR ITEMS:

February 9:  Grade 12 Reports Cards Issued. Please see attached letter below.

February 9: Grade 9 Immunizations – for those who missed

February 10: Late Start

February 13:  PAC Meeting 7:00

February 14: Sweetheart Day

February 17:  Pro D Day

February 22:  MADD Assembly

February 29: Pink Shirt Day for Anti Bullying

 

A SPECIAL MESSAGE FROM MS. TOMLINSON re Lockdown Follow Up

On Tuesday morning, we took time to talk with all students about the lockdown. LSS staff and the police take these events seriously and we gave the students the opportunity to reflect and share on the previous day’s events. This dialogue gave staff the opportunity to assess whether any students needed additional support. Monday’s lockdown was a result of one person’s actions (who may, or may not be a student at LSS) and is not a true reflection of the students in our school community.

 

The emails and phone calls of support that we have received are in stark contrast to some of the misleading comments made by people who are not familiar with the true nature of the LSS community. The caring atmosphere at our school is fostered not only by the work of our staff members but also the work of our students to create an atmosphere we are all proud of. Groups such as the Anti Bullying Club, the Gay-Straight Alliance, the Restorative Action Team, the Social Justice Program as well as the Peer Counsellors and Leadership students create a nurturing community. In the mornings, at lunch and after school, teachers are providing extra help to students and coaching athletic teams. The counseling staff works tirelessly to support students. LSS’s student-focused support staff advocate for students and help students reach their true potential.

 

The lockdown should not define what LSS is truly about. We will continue to take all precautions when there is a perceived threat to students and staff in our school. We endeavor to make everyone feel safe at LSS so that we can continue to focus on learning.

 

 

TUITION-FREE KWANTLEN UNIVERSITY CLASSES!!!

We are very excited to announce a pilot program whereby grade 11 students at Langley Secondary will be eligible to apply to take concurrent studies in their grade 12 year at Kwantlen University tuition-free!

Parent and Student Information Meeting:

Thursday February 16 @ 7:00 pm LSS Library

OVERVIEW

The primary purpose of this transition program between the Langley School District and Kwantlen Polytechnic University (Langley Campus) is to provide those Langley Secondary grade 12 students with demonstrated superior academic records and proven motivation and engagement in the learning environment, the opportunity for a supported early admission into university while still attending Langley Secondary. Participating students will register for 2 Kwantlen Polytechnic courses during their grade 12 year.  Transferability of the courses available for early admission will be outlined in the BC Transfer Guide.

 

ELIGIBILITY

LSS students are eligible to apply to this program.

Students must

• intend to register in and attend 2 early admission university courses at Kwantlen Polytechnic University (Langley campus) during their grade 12 year
• have a superior academic record (B standing in grade 11 English, Social Studies and either Math or Science)
• have demonstrated motivation and engagement in the learning environment (2 references from either an administrator, counselor or teacher)
• be eligible for admissions to Kwantlen Polytechnic University
• be ungraduated
• be school aged
• complete the program prior to turning 20 years of age

BENEFITS

• head start on university education while still in high school
• free tuition (guaranteed scholarship)
• waived Kwantlen Polytechnic University registration fee
• additional guidance and support to access university for the first time

 

 

 

Grade 9 Immunizations

If your child was away when we did immunizations earlier in January, they are expected to see the nurse at lunch on February 9 in the office.

CONGRATULATIONS!

Four of our female wrestlers did exceptionally well at last weekend’s tournament “Miri Piri.”  Congratulations to the following!

Melissa Godfrey – Gold Medal

Maddie Millsip – Gold Medal

Emily McLean – Silver Medal

Rachel Millsip – 4^th place

IN ADDITION, our Langley United Wrestling Team won…

Junior Girls Tournament Champions

Senior Girls Tournament Champions

6^th Place Senior Boys.

WOW!!!!

 

CAREER EXPLORATION

Offered in Langley School District for 2012-2013 School Year

 

Piping/Plumbing at LSS

Hairdressing at ACSS

Carpentry at ACSS

Auto Service Tech at ACSS

Electrical at BCIT/D.W. Poppy Satellite Campus

Practical Horticulture at Kwantlen Langley Campus

Roofing at RCABC Roofing Contractors Association of BC, North Langley

More details to come regarding application to any of these awesome programs!  See Ms. Statham in Counselling for more information  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

Roofing Program with Roofing Contractors Association of BC

• open to secondary school students, aged 16 +, who are returning to school in the Fall, 2012, and who are not graduating in June 2012
• great for students who want to work -for those who need an opportunity
• offered in partnership with Roofing Contractors Association of BC at their North Langley Training Centre
• 5 weeks of training plus a summer paid job with a roofing RCABC member employer
• Langley School District will have 6 seats, maybe a couple more if needed
• students attend May 7-June 7/2012, (Monday through Thursday for 5 weeks, daytime hours)
• students responsible for their own transportation
• applications due March 29, 2012
• video called "Show Me The Money" can be found at www.rcabc.org
• contact Ms. Statham in counseling for more information
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COMMUNITY NEWS AND EVENTS!

Langley Little Leagues Baseball will be holding a number of Registration dates for the upcoming 2012 Baseball Season.

 

Registration Dates:

• Jan 21 - Blacklock Elementary - 10-3
• Feb 4 - Willowbrook Mall - 11-2 - come talk to Team Canada about their World Series experience and recent trip to Uganda Feb 18
• Blacklock Elementary - 10-3

 

Also visit our website www.langleybaseball.ca under "Registration" for more information on how to register if unable to attend one of the upcoming dates.

 

Clinic Nights

These sessions are FREE of charge and give children a great opportunity to brush up on their baseball skills and learn a few new ones before heading out to the ball field. Also a great chance to meet new coaches and make some new friends. Please feel free to invite a friend to join you at the clinics.

Mondays:

Simonds Elementary - 5-6 pm - ages 6

Langley Meadows - 5-6 pm - ages 9-10

Wednesdays:

Blacklock Elementary - 6-8 pm - ages 11-12

Alice Brown - 4:45-6 pm - ages 9-10

Thursday:

James Hill Elementary - 5-6 pm - ages 7

HD Stafford Middle School - 6--7 pm - ages 8

JOIN THE CITY OF LANGLEY FOR THEIR WOW DESSERTS PROGRAM every Saturday from February 4^th- February 25^th. Here the youth learn to make a variety of desserts from cookies and cake to brownies and parfaits. It is 48$ for 4 classes and goes from 3:30-4:30pm. Also just a reminder that anyone 12-17 years can attend our Timms Youth Night on Saturday’s it is free with their 2$ prac card that last them the whole year. It is always a fun night doing something different from contests and relays to cooking and games.

Contact Timms Community Center to register at 604-514-2940