News from our Secondary Principal, Craig Randall
Dear Parents,
On Sunday, our school will once again be alive with the energy of students. Our staff have been working exceptionally hard to prepare for the first day of classes, and we are all eager to greet each student – those returning to GAA and those that are new. In addition to all of our new students, we are pleased to welcome a number of new staff members this year. Please take the time to see their introductions on the Launcher (https://gaa-ad.haikulearning.com/administrator/thelauncher/cms_page/view/20615873) and to join me in welcoming them to our community.
Enjoy the last weekend of summer holidays!
Craig Randall
Secondary School Principal
The First Day of School for Secondary Students
GAA Secondary student’s first day of school will be Sunday 30th August. Students are to proceed straight to their first class on Day 1 as indicated on their schedule.
Hard copy schedules for all new students will be distributed in the lobby on Sunday morning, beginning at 7:30am.
Final Secondary School schedules for returning students, Grades 6-12, will be posted online on Plus Portal on Saturday.
New Secondary Students who enrolled in the last few days may need to meet with the counselor to finalized their schedules before heading to class. There will be Student Ambassadors and teachers available to direct students and distribute schedules.
The First Day of School for Secondary Parents
In order for parents to get orientated with Secondary School we will be providing two opportunities for you to attend the Secondary Parent Information sessions. We do hope you are able to attend one of the following sessions:
GAA Secondary student’s first day of school will be Sunday 30th August. Students are to proceed straight to their first class on Day 1 as indicated on their schedule.
Hard copy schedules for all new students will be distributed in the lobby on Sunday morning, beginning at 7:30am.
Final Secondary School schedules for returning students, Grades 6-12, will be posted online on Plus Portal on Saturday.
New Secondary Students who enrolled in the last few days may need to meet with the counselor to finalized their schedules before heading to class. There will be Student Ambassadors and teachers available to direct students and distribute schedules.
The First Day of School for Secondary Parents
In order for parents to get orientated with Secondary School we will be providing two opportunities for you to attend the Secondary Parent Information sessions. We do hope you are able to attend one of the following sessions:
Secondary School Supplies List
Please note that all High School students (Grades 9 to 12 for 2015/16) are required to own and bring an approved graphing calculator to every mathematics class. For your guidance I have attached a list of the approved and prohibited calculators. The majority of GAA students and mathematics teachers use the TI-84 as the color screen is highly recommended.
For Middle and High School students - The Mathematics department would also suggest reviewing concepts and skills over the summer – just like sports and music, our talents and abilities are at their best with regular practice. Please follow the below link and refer to the table contained therein.
https://sites.google.com/a/grauerschool.com/grauermath/home/summer-math-packets
Note: While these packets are not required, they will help make next year all the more successful and easier. If your child is currently in grade 6 or Math 7, they could refer to the review for Pre-Algebra; Those currently in Pre-Algebra should refer to Algebra 1; Current Algebra 1 refer to Geometry and/ or Algebra 2; current Geometry refer to Algebra 2.
(Intro to HS Math and Business Math are not offered at GAA.)
Thank you for a fun year of math at GAA. We have fond memories of pi Day and look forward to making next year’s math event(s) bigger and better.
If you have any further queries please do not hesitate to contact Ms Parker on [email protected] or Ms Ruderman on [email protected]
For Middle and High School students - The Mathematics department would also suggest reviewing concepts and skills over the summer – just like sports and music, our talents and abilities are at their best with regular practice. Please follow the below link and refer to the table contained therein.
https://sites.google.com/a/grauerschool.com/grauermath/home/summer-math-packets
Note: While these packets are not required, they will help make next year all the more successful and easier. If your child is currently in grade 6 or Math 7, they could refer to the review for Pre-Algebra; Those currently in Pre-Algebra should refer to Algebra 1; Current Algebra 1 refer to Geometry and/ or Algebra 2; current Geometry refer to Algebra 2.
(Intro to HS Math and Business Math are not offered at GAA.)
Thank you for a fun year of math at GAA. We have fond memories of pi Day and look forward to making next year’s math event(s) bigger and better.
If you have any further queries please do not hesitate to contact Ms Parker on [email protected] or Ms Ruderman on [email protected]
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Here is our Community and Secondary School Calendar - Scroll through the months to see what's planned for this year at GAA
Please make sure you check this calendar regularly for updates and new events