Positive Transitions Workshop (Nov. 15) Rescheduled Due to Weather

Posted November 15, 2018

The SJAM Grade 9 Positive Transitions Workshop planned for tonight is being rescheduled due to the poor weather conditions and travel advisory now in effect.  Information regarding the new date and time will be posted once available.

Salvation Army Kettle Campaign – Volunteers Needed

Posted November 14, 2018

The Salvation Army is looking for student volunteers to assist with their holiday Kettle Campaign, running November 22nd to December 24th.  There are 9 locations available throughout the city, including the St. Jacobs Walmart.  2 to 4 hour shifts are available for students needing to earn their community service – a great chance for grade 12 students to catch up as you near graduation!

To learn more, CLICK HERE to view the Youtube video.

To sign up as a volunteer, CLICK HERE!

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Grade 9 Positive Transitions Workshop #2 – Thursday, Nov. 15th

Posted November 14, 2018

IMPORTANT – EVENT RESCHEDULED DUE TO WEATHER.  NEW DATE WILL BE POSTED ONCE AVAILABLE

Dear Grade 9 Students and Parents/Guardians

Please join us on Thursday, November 15th, from 6:30 – 7:30 pm, in the SJAM Library for our second positive transitions workshop. These workshop have been designed to help grade 9 students successfully transition to high school. These workshops will also help parents/guardians effectively support their grade 9 students with the transition into grade 9. Our second workshop on Thursday, November 15th will specifically focus on devoloping a positive attitude and growth mindset.  If you have any questions or would like more information please call Mr. Millar.

We hope to see you there!

SJAM’s Grade 8-9 Transition Committee

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Friday, November 16, 2018 is a PD Day – no school for students

Posted November 11, 2018

Friday, November 16, 2018 is a professional development (PD) day for elementary and secondary school staff. Students will not attend school, but Extended Day Programs will operate for enrolled students from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. The focus for the day will be School Improvement Planning in the morning. Teachers will participate in a whole-school activity […]

Principal’s message for November 9

Posted November 9, 2018

This morning, while setting up for our Remembrance Day assembly, a sprinkler head was damaged causing the fire alarm to activate. Waterloo Fire responded to the alarm and determined that there was no threat of fire and students were allowed to reenter the school. There was some minor flooding in the cafeteria from the sprinkler […]

SJAM Remembrance Day Services

Posted November 7, 2018

In recognition of Remembrance Day, SJAM is running a special assembly schedule on Friday, November 9th.  All students and staff will attend a special service in the gym, featuring speakers and performances to honour those who fought for our freedom and to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Armistice.

SCHEDULE:
Period A:  8:30-9:30
Period B:  9:35-10:35
Assembly:  10:35-11:35
Lunch:  11:35-12:35
Period D:  12:35-1:35
Period E:  1:40-2:40

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SJAM Music Coffee House

Posted November 7, 2018

Please join us for a night of relaxing music at our SJAM Coffee House event
Thursday, November 15th, from 7:00-9:00pm in the SJAM caf
Admission $3.00/person
Refreshments & treats available for purchase – $1 each

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