Citizens Under Construction

Lucky Lake School

"CITIZENS UNDER CONSTRUCTION"

LuckyLakeSchool serves an area of 1300 sq. km in the heart of Sun West School Division. The students and staff strive to work together to create an atmosphere in which learning becomes an enjoyable, productive process. Opportunities for success are available to all who work hard with whatever level of individual ability they may possess. Students are reminded to set goals high, work hard to achieve them, take pride in accomplishments and have a little fun along the way.

The pride our students have for themselves and their school is reflected in the general care and consideration shown to fellow students and in how well they take care of their school. The contributions of students to our school and grounds through the Industrial Arts Shop, Home Economics Lab, Computer Lab, Recycling Club, and School Leadership Team are greatly appreciated by all.

LuckyLake students have a considerable tradition of successfully continuing their education in a wide variety of areas including many professions and fields of technology.

MISSION STATEMENT:

Through use of the LLS Code of Conduct, students will be respectful, responsible, safe, supportive, and caring. These virtue building blocks will help us develop a strong foundation for our blueprint for student success.

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GENERAL INFORMATION:

SCHOOL DAY

8:55 / 8:55 / Warning Bell
9:00 / 9:53 / Period 1
9:53 / 10:51 / Period 2
10:41 / 10:56 / Break
10:56 / 11:49 / Period 3
11:55 / 12:05 / Lunch
12:05 / 12:39 / Break
12:39 / 1:32 / Period 4
1:37 / 2:30 / Period 5
2:30 / 2:35 / Break
2:35 / 3:28 / Period 6

School Staff

Instructional Staff:

Mrs. Terry Hall (Principal)

Mrs. Val Pennington (K)

Mr. Ryan Thiessen (1 – 2)

Mrs. Lisa Richardson(Grade 3/4, Student Support)

Ms. Leanne Heath (Grade 5/6, PAA)

Mr. Glen Smith (Middle Years, PAA)

Mr. Brayden Trites (Middle & Senior ELA, Social Studies and History)

Ms. Brianne Denning (Senior Science/Math, PeBL Mentor)

Mr. Andrew Abbs ( PE, Middle Years Math)

Support Staff:

Ms. Shayla Endicott (Secretary)

Mrs. Angie Lowe (Librarian)

Mrs. Heather Jessiman (E.A.)

Ms. Ryley Bielecki (E.A., Distant Education)

Mrs. Cathy Smith (E.A.)

Custodian:

Ms. Nadine Kowalchuk

School Community Council2017 - 2018

Erin Jones (Chairperson)

Cindy Kangas (Treasurer)

Ian Pajunen (Vice-Chairperson)

Evelyn Ames (Secretary)

Jessica Ylioja

Michelle Berndt

Loretta Sinclair

(Teacher Representative)

TBA (Student Representative)

Terry Hall (LLS Principal)

The SCC will hold an Annual General Meeting in the spring to elect the Council for the 2018-2019 SCC.

ACADEMIC PROGRAM:

General Program Information:

Following is a description of the educational programs offered to our students.

Kindergarten remains a basic skills program that attempts to prepare the students for Grade One entry. The goal of the program is to help the child make the social adjustment necessary for entering regular daily school and concentrates on the social skills necessary for getting along well with classmates, working in small groups, and listening to the teacher.

Grades 1 to 6 students follow an extensive academic program with all subjects oriented toward expanding the students’ abilities in the basic skills, while developing analytical skills and successful applications. Curricula such as Language Arts, Science, and Math include many more “hands-on” activities for the students. In general, more emphasis is being placed on resource-based learning and cooperative learning skills, but the 3R’s have not been abandoned. Textbooks are supplemented by various print and non-print materials. A fully networked computer lab, iPads and SMART boards, where all can access the Internet,are used as part of our instruction. They participate in a physical education program that provides the opportunity to become physically fit, to develop gross and fine motor skills, as well as to learn basic skills in various team and individual sports.

The Resource Room continues to play an important part in the education of our students with special needs. Programs are designed to meet the needs of individual students through the joint efforts of the Resource Room teacher, the Classroom Teacher, Instructional Assistants, the Division Special Education Consultant, and Shared Services Personnel. These programs are integrated as much as possible into the regular schedule of the student. However, in some cases the students may require specific skills development that can be best provided in the Resource Room.

Students in Grade 7 to 9 follow a structured academic program that attempts to continue theemphasis on acquiring basic skills while developing application abilities. However, in addition to their regular courses, they also begin Home Economics, Shop, and Career Guidance.

Grade Ten students are required to take a full subject load of ten credits. Driver Education is offered as a non-credit course. Please note that Grade 10 to 12 Math is split into 2 different courses. Instead of just Math 10, the students will be required to take 2 math credits – Workplace and Apprenticeship Math, and Math Foundations. In grades 11 and 12, 3 math courses are available to students.

Grade Eleven studentsare expected to take a full subject load.Compulsory subjects being English 20, Communications 20, Workplace and Apprenticeship Math 20, and Math Foundations 20, and History 30, Physical Education, Science, Career Work Exploration.

Grade Twelve students have the option of having one spare. English A30 and B30 and History 30 and Physical Education as the only compulsory credits. However, to obtain a Grade 12 standing the student must obtain at least 5 credits at the 30 level with at least one 20 level Math and Science and a total of 24 credits overall.

Optional courses are offered at Lucky Lake School to all Grade 11/12 students including choices of Practical and Applied Arts courses, such as Industrial Arts, Building Construction, Autobody, Food Studies and other Home Economics modules.

Grade 11 and 12 students also have the option of Distance Learning options for a wider range of courses. This includes online and print courses. Students who wish to drop courses must do so within one month of the start of the semester. If a student decides on a Distance Course, they will be assigned to a room and will be expected to work for the duration of that period.

SCHOOL SERVICES:

YOUTH COUNSELLOR

The Sun West School Division has made arrangements for a Child and Youth Counsellor to make regular visits to school to meet the needs of our youth. Arrangements are made through the office. Parents may call the office to enquire about the availability of this resource.

SPEECH PATHOLOGIST AND SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST:

The Sun West School Division has contracted these services. Referrals or request for services are made through the school. Parents may call the office to enquire about the availability of this resource.

ATHLETIC PROGRAM

LuckyLakeSchool recognizes the importance of health and fitness. We meet these needs through a Physical Education program for fitness and skill instruction. Recreational sports are handled at the House League level. We also compete at the junior and senior school level through a variety of competitive teams. We try to establish a balance between competitiveness and participation at this level. These activities are provided by staff and community volunteers, and are a privilege.

Lucky Lake School Athletic Philosophy:

Lucky Lake School athletics aims to grow life-long participants in physical activity as we provide a supportive opportunity for participation in a wide variety of extra-curricular sport. Through our athletic program, we hope to empower students to pursue excellence and reach their full potential while learning valuable lessons in sportsmanship, teamwork and integrity.

EXTRA-CURRICULAR TRAVEL

Lucky Lake School offers a variety of opportunities outside of the classroom. It is expected that parents will drive students to events that take place outside of Lucky Lake.

All drivers must fill out the Authorized Driver Form which will be made available through the coach. A current Criminal Records Check is required for all drivers. “Current” means that the volunteer must have had a criminal records check done the first year they began volunteering at the school. All vehicles used to transport students must carry $2 million liability insurance. This insurance costs less than $60 per year.

School Leadership Team (SLT)

The S.L.T. is the representative body that initiates, encourages and coordinates all student-led activities in Lucky Lake School. It carries outfund-raisers to support student activities and team building and school spirit activities. The Leadership Team is divided into two parts – Junior (Grades 5-8) and Senior (Grades 9-12) Lucky Lake School boasts a strong group of students who volunteer in a variety of S.L.T activities.

COMMUNICATION:

HOME AND SCHOOL

We hope that parents will feel free to call or visit the school to keep the staff informed about special happenings in their children’s lives or to discuss any problems. When the school and home communicate freely and openly, we will be able to provide a happy, healthy learning environment for all students.

It is the goal of the school staff to share with parents the good news aspects of their child’s school experiences. It is also the school’s responsibility to inform parents when their child is working in an unsatisfactory way or is displaying unacceptable behaviour. We will do this either by phone or by letter. On occasion, we may request that parents come to school to discuss a particular difficult or worrying situation. Together we will help each child to the best of our combined abilities.

PROCEDURE FOR DEALING WITH A CONCERN:

To ensure a high quality of education the staff of LuckyLakeSchool welcomes constructive criticism. To guarantee your comments are dealt with immediately, we invite you to please discuss your concerns in the following sequential fashion:

1. Teacher
2. Principal
3. Superintendent of School Operations
4. Division Board of Education

NEWSLETTERS

The school newsletter is issued on a monthly basis. The calendar will include activities for the month. The newsletter will be distributed through family representatives and additional copies will be available at the school and post office.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

A Calendar of Events is located at the main entrance to inform students and visitors of upcoming events.

TELEPHONES AND CELL PHONE USE

For personal calls students are expected to use the telephone in the main hallway. Incoming calls on this telephone will be accepted ONLY at breaks and noon hour. In an effort to reduce the number of disruptions in our students’ learning, parents are encouraged to leave a message with the office for their students when they are in class.

Many students utilize cell phones. The following are some guidelines governing their use.

• Cell phone use will be at the discretion of each teacher. If a teacher deems that the cell phone is either a distraction or being used inappropriately, the teacher may confiscate the cell phone.
• If the phones are used to access the internet, they are to follow the Acceptable use of Technology policy outlined by the Sun West School Division.

VISITORS

All visitors to the school are required to check at the main office upon arrival at the school. A visitor is defined as any person who is not a student of the school or member of the school board.

Students are not permitted to bring guests to school during the school day.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Announcements shall be written on the white board in front of the office every morning and read over the intercom at 9:00 a.m. each morning.

STUDENT DAYPLANNER

In an effort to reduce costs and evaluate the effectiveness of the dayplanner as a communication tool with parents and an organizational tool for students, the dayplanner has become mandatory for all elementary students in Grades K through 6. The school will provide all elementary students with one at no charge. Replacements will be available at the cost of $6.00 each.

EXPECTATIONS OF STUDENTS:

1.Students’PersonalRightsResponsibilities

Rights:

1.To besecurefrom physicaldanger or mental abuse

2.To be treated with dignity and respect

3.Toreceive assistanceintime of need

4.To have an atmospherethat fostersapositivelearning environment

Responsibilities:

1.Torefrainfromdoinganythingthatcausesphysicaldangerormental

abuse

2.To treat otherswith dignity and respect

3.To refrain from doing anything that interferes with a positive

learning atmosphere.

4. To cometo classwith allnecessarymaterials

5. To ask teachersforhelpwhen having difficultieswithlearning

To be diligent and timelyin fulfillingtheir academicduties.

Code ofConduct

The LL A’s Code of Conduct expects that its members will be:

• Respectful
• Responsible
• Safe
• Supportive
• Caring

1.I will be responsible for my attitude, my choices, and my actions.

2.I will have respect for myself, my community and my environment.

3.I will be supportive of other’s ideas, efforts and achievements.

4.I will behave in a way that promotes the physical and emotional safety and well-being of everyone in my school community.

5.I will interact with others in a positive manner that recognizes the individual differences of members within my school community.

Together, through cooperation and commitment, we will succeed.

2.LATE POLICY:

LLS believes that students who are in their desks ready to begin class when the teacher begins instruction are on time for class. Any student who comes to school late or is late for a class at any period of the day is expected to report directly to class. If a student is detained by a teacher or administrator, the student should obtain a late slip from the teacher or administrator.

Lates will be tracked, and consequences will be developed by the teachers and school administration.

3. LEAVING SCHOOL EARLY:

Students who become ill or must leave for any other acceptable reason during the day must report to office prior to their absence. This will ensure the office is aware and can monitor your attendance accordingly.

4. LOST OR DAMAGED TEXT BOOKS:

For many courses students will be signing out textbooks. Upon completion of the course, all textbooks must be returned to the library. Students will be charged the cost of replacement for all lost or damaged text books. The same will be applied to other library books as well.

5.LATE ASSIGNMENT POLICY:

Procedures to be followed for late assignments will be determined by each classroom teacher. Our goal is to have students hand in all assignments promptly so the student demonstrates his/her competency in the subject matter.

Examples of ways our staff will help students complete assignments include contacting parents, and arranging for extra help either during noon hour or after school.

In order to focus on maximum achievement, we will continue to implement Pink Paradise – homework hall – this will apply to all students grades 7–12. If a student has not completed his/her homework on the day it was due, the teacher for that class will hand the student a pink sheet with the work that needs to be completed. If, the homework is completed by the next day, the student is free. If not, the teacher will then sign in that student to Pink Paradise. At noon, any students assigned to Pink Paradise will be called down to the computer room, where they will be supervised to complete the work. Once work is completed, the student must get the teacher’s signature who assigned the homework and return the slip to the Pink Paradise teacher before being released from Pink Paradise.

6. CHEATING POLICY

Cheating is considered a serious offence, which has an impact on both the offender and the general student population. When an infraction is discovered, the student(s) involved will be removed from the class, and the student will have to complete the assignment to the teacher’s satisfaction, normally during an in-school suspension. Repeated offences or refusal to cooperate will be handled as major infractions.

7. OPEN CAMPUS POLICY:

Permission to leave the Campus during breaks, noon hour or student spares will be granted to students from Grades 9-12 only. Grade K-8 will not have these privileges. Grades 9-12 open campus privileges are conditional based on the following requirements.

a. A consent form signed by the parent/guardian is submitted to the office.

b. Driving is a privilege, which carries a great deal of responsibility. Safety, legal and supervisory issues are involved. Parents and students assume all responsibilities when a student uses a private vehicle for traveling to and from school. It is strongly recommended that vehicles not be used during the school hours unless absolutely necessary. Students must park in an orderly fashion in the Student Parking Lot.

c. It is recommended that public concerns regarding student driving be directed to the parents and/or police.

d. Off campus privileges may be revoked by the administration in the event a student falls behind in their studies, their distance courses, or for inappropriate behaviour.

e.Students from Kindergarten through Grade 10 do not have spares. They are registered in all classes or working with the Student Support teacher and/or an EA for extra support.

Students from K-8 can only leave the building at noon under the following conditions:

1. If they have signed permission to go to the Wheatland Library. They are to only go to the library, and return to school immediately after they have returned/signed out books.
2. If they are picked up by a parent/guardian, or leave under the supervision of an older sibling if written permission in the dayplanner has been written by the parent/guardian.

Grade 11 and 12 students are not permitted to loiter in school hallways during times when they have no assigned classes. This will avoid distractions for other students who are in class. In most cases the students can sit outside of the library, work in the library or in a classroom that is not being used. They may be assigned to a classroom where instruction is occurring.

8. BICYCLES:

Bicycles brought to school are the sole responsibility of the owner. Bicycles are to be stored in the bike racks provided and the school recommends that bikes be chained or locked at all times when not in use.

Students who do not ride their own bicycles to school will not be permitted to borrow and ride the bikes of other students.