Friday, December 20 – last day of classes

Christmas Break December 21 – January 5, Classes resume Monday, January 6 

Locker Clean Out & Library Book Return – Wednesday, December 18 during TA period

Purdys’ Fundraiser Success

The John G. Diefenbaker Music program would like to thank all of those who participated in our Purdys’ Chocolate Fundraiser this month. We beat our fundraising goal of $3000 in sales and managed to raise over $800 for our JGD Music Program!  Thanks to you!

Our supporter pick-up date is Monday December 16.  Students of families may pick up their order at the end of the school day, Mr. Faunt will also be in the building until 6:00pm to allow some flexibility of pick up.

If you are unable to pick up your order on Monday, please email Mr. Faunt and let him know. He will also be in the building until 5:30pm Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday this week.  The John G. Diefenbaker Music Program appreciates your support!  Enjoy!

Friday, December 20 - Modified/Assembly Schedule

Announcements will be made to call grades down to the gym for the assembly. 

Vista Virtual School

Registration opens for on line courses December 2 and closes March 24^.

Students may register themselves with the support of a parent at www.vvschool.ca

CBe-Learn

Any student wishing to take an online course with CBe-Learn needs to see their counsellor ASAP.  The portal for all student registration opens January 7 and will remain open for just a few days!

If you have any questions you may reach out to your counsellor.

Diploma and Non-Diploma Exam Rules and AB Ed Directives

Students, please arrive 15 minutes early for your exams to allow ample time for supervisors to seat all students.  

Those rules apply for both diploma and non-diploma exams.  

• Students may not enter or leave the diploma exam writing room without the consent of the supervisor.  
• All students must have photo identification (student ID card, driver’s license, passport, etc.)   
• Please ensure that you do not bring any electronic device to the exam. Students found with an electronic device on their person are at risk of having their exam invalidated and receiving a zero for a violation of this rule.  
• Electronic devices include, but are not limited to: 
• Cell Phones  
• Smart Watches  
• iPods  
• Digital Audio Players  
• Electronic Organizers  
• Hand-held electronic dictionaries  
• Any other portable electronic device  
• NO WATCHES OF ANY TYPE ARE ALLOWED AT DESKS. Supervisors will inform students of how much time they have remaining in their exams.  
• Other items that are not permitted at student desks include: 
  ·   Purses  
  ·   Bookbags and Backpacks  
  ·   Coats  
  ·   Hats  
  ·   Books or notes  

Artist Spotlight

Ethan K. is a Grade 10 student who has always enjoyed helping his father in carpentry.  This is his first year taking a construction class, but he has done woodworking and welding before.  Ethan has helped build a patio and welded the grill for a barbeque, and in class so far has created a mallet and a wooden die.  Construction is currently his favourite class in school.  Both Ethan’s father and grandfather have worked in carpentry/mechanics, and he now shares this connection to them through these trades.  Ethan enjoys construction and loves working with his hands as a means to be creative.  In the future he plans on becoming a mechanic and already has a good understanding of the inner workings of a vehicle.

- Written by Abbygail K.

Lifetouch Appreciation

As a token of appreciation this holiday season, Lifetouch is offering discounts on school photography!  Codes are valid through December 14, 2024.

To order, log in to your account on mylifetouch.ca or create an online account.  Thank you!

• 50% off a purchase of $50+ with code CDEC50
• 40% off a purchase of $40+ with code CDEC40
• 30% off a purchase of $30+ with code CDEC30

Lifetouch Fall Retakes

Fall Retakes are being offered by Lifetouch at their Calgary studio.  This is the perfect opportunity to retake an image if you weren’t able to do so at school.  Sessions are by appointment only in the Lifetouch Calgary studio on Saturday, December 14.  Please use the following link for online appointment booking.  Lifetouch Fall Retake Appointments

Step 1 – Default Session Type (Fall Individual 5 min) | Default School (Calgary Studio - Fall)
Step 2 - Select December 14 indicated by blue date link.
Step 3 - Select your Time.
Step 4 - Complete the Registration Form.
Step 5 - Confirm your Appointment. 

Grad Photos

Graduates must have their photos done during the scheduled portrait sittings January 13 to 22 in order to have their grad photo in the Yearbook.  Students should not book a sitting during their exam times. Prestige Portraits

Athletics and Events Schedule 

Any Diefenbaker students attending games at other schools must have their student ID to be granted entrance. 

Yearbooks on Sale

Calgary Christmas Resources

Please use this PDF for a list of resources for the holiday season.