Relay for Life

Posted May 5, 2016

RelayTeaser2016Relay for Life Returns to SJAM on Friday, June 3rd!

In 2014, SJAM came together to raise over $98,000 for the Canadian Cancer Society during this truly incredible event! We’re relaying once again, with a goal of raising more than $100,000! Join us as we fight to end cancer!

How can you help?

  • Register to join a team and get fundraising today!
  • Contact SJAM’s Relay Coordinator (Sandy Millar) to volunteer!
  • Make a donation!
  • Survivors are invited to join us for the inspirational Survivor Victory Lap to start our event!
  • To learn more, CLICK HERE for SJAM’s Relay site!
  • Call SJAM SAC Office for more info (519-880-9979, ext. 2101)!

Relay for Life runs from 7:00pm until 7:ooam on the main football field behind the school. We will have events throughout the night, including movies, bands, games and more!

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Highlander Doing Amazing Work for Native Canadian Community

Posted April 14, 2016

SJAM grade 12 student, Janaki Mehta, is featured in today’s Waterloo Chronicle for her incredible work helping out the Native Canadian community of Eabametoong First Nation (also known as Fort Hope).

READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE!

Janaki MehtaPhoto: Bob Vrbanac (Waterloo Chronicle)

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History Department Seminar Series

Posted April 8, 2016

Holocaust-Seriesv2SJAM’s History Department is pleased to welcome the return of our Parent Seminar Series this spring. The series runs Tuesday evenings, from 6:30 to 8:30pm in the SJAM Auditorium (April 12, 19 and May 2). It will feature three unique events, focusing on the Holocaust, war crimes and an examination of the Canadian refugee policy and how you can help newcomers to Canada.

Tuesday, April 12th – Film Screening: “Political, Polish Jew: The Story of Pinchas Gutter”

Tuesday, April 19th – An Evening With Hedy Bohm and Bill Glied

Tuesday, May 3rd (Time Change: 7:00-9:00pm) – The Evolution of Canadian Refugee Policy: From “None is Too Many” to Welcoming Thousands

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE FULL SEMINAR DESCRIPTIONS

 

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Advice on Anxiety Parent Info Session at WCI

Posted April 2, 2016

Waterloo Collegiate Institute is hosting a special parent information workshop – Advice on Anxiety – on Thursday, April 7th. The event takes place from 7-9pm in the WCI library and features guest speaker Rebecca Pister from the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health.

All are welcome to attend!

CLICK HERE to view the event flyer.

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March 24: All schools closed due to weather

Posted March 24, 2016

All schools are closed today due to inclement weather. All Extended Day Programs are cancelled. The Education Centre remains OPEN for those who can safely arrive at work

Grade 10 Students – Check out Waterloo Unlimited

Posted March 11, 2016

Waterloo Unlimited: A Canada-wide enrichment program for students of exceptional potential. High school students will experience lectures, seminars, workshops, labs and social time with faculty and students on campus at the University of Waterloo. Waterloo Unlimited Grade 10 program Theme of “Change” Sunday, May 15 – Thursday, May 19, 2016 We live in the midst […]

Scholarship Opportunities for Grads!

Posted March 8, 2016

Graduating this year?  Looking for some valuable scholarships to assist with the costs of post-secondary?  Look no further!  Here are a number of great scholarships to consider applying for in the coming weeks!  “RETAIL AS A CAREER” SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM Retail Council of Canada, in partnership with industry sponsors, will award more than $85,000 in scholarships […]

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