Update on Secondary Report Cards

Posted November 23, 2015

Our secondary schools are experiencing OSSTF Support Staff labour sanctions, which are having an impact on regular school administrative operations. The OSSTF Support staff group includes secretaries, custodians, social workers, school monitors and in-school technicians. Generation and distribution of mid term report cards may be impacted at some schools. Be assured that a fully completed […]

OSSTF District 24 Ratify Local Agreement

Posted November 17, 2015

We are pleased to announce that the Waterloo Region District School Board and OSSTF District 24 have ratified their local tentative agreement. The agreement will expire August 31, 2017. “The ratification of a local agreement with OSSTF is a demonstration of the hard work and dedication of all involved. Steady and respectful discussion on both […]

Boston Pizza Night in Support of SJAM Music

Posted November 11, 2015

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Visit Boston Pizza on Monday, November 16th between 5-8pm and let your server know you’d like to support SJAM Music! A portion of all sales will be donated to SJAM Music. A great night out AND a fun way to support the many talented musicians and singers at SJAM!

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Friday, November 13 is a PA Day

Posted November 9, 2015

Friday, November 13 is a Professional Activity Day for teachers. There will be no school for students. Elementary The morning of the PA Day, teachers will spend time in a staff meeting, focusing on student achievement and well-being. The afternoon is reserved for parent-teacher interviews. Teachers will be meeting with parents of children for whom […]

SJAM Artist Shines with North Division Rendering

Posted November 9, 2015

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Tori Killian Price (artist), Mr Babensee (art teacher) and Mr. Clancy (vp) were on hand at the latest police services board meeting, where SJAM artists were acknowledged for their work in creating a commemorative painting that will be displayed in the new Waterloo police station. Police chief Bryan Larkin was part of the presentation (right).

Rena Lu and Qui Tang (recent grads) were also involved in creating the painting.

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CBAH Needs YOUR Help – Seeking Donations for Holiday Auction!

Posted November 3, 2015

SJAM’s homegrown support program for students in need, Charity Begins at Home (CBAH), is looking for YOUR support.  We need donations for our upcoming Holiday Auction, with all proceeds going to CBAH!  This includes online weekly auctions throughout November and our huge staff silent auction on Friday, Dec. 4th), Please ask family, friends or employers […]

History Speaker Series – Wednesday, Nov. 4th, 7:00pm

Posted November 3, 2015

SJAM student, parents and members of the community are invited to the first History Speakers Session for the 2015-2016 school year on Wednesday, Nov. 4th at 7pm in the SJAM auditorium. SURVIVING THE HOLOCAUST: 20th Century Stories of Survival and Rebirth from Germany and Austria Presenter:  Dr. Lauren Granite, 2015 HEW Educator-in-Residence, Centropa Dr. Lauren […]

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