Important Dates

• Grad Photos: Jan 12-21 (no pets allowed on property)

Junior Girls Basketball

Congratulations to today’s MVP Kaidyn B of our Dief Junior Girls Basketball Team!  The girls played their first game in the North Trail hosted tournament and won 58-37! Well done to the entire team! 

Student Photos

There is still time to order school pictures.  If you have not ordered your student photos, please access mylifetouch.ca and toggle the Student ID Tab to view proof and order. 

D2L Shell – Grade 12 Students

A D2L shell has been created to share information and announcements dealing with this year’s graduation. All Grade 12s have been registered in this D2L shell. Grade 12 students are being asked to check in D2L to ensure that they have access to this shell. All graduation information will be shared through this platform. If you cannot access this shell, please come see Student Services.

New Calgary Trades and Technologies Collegiate Launches

The new Calgary Trades & Technologies Collegiate (CTTC) provides CBE high school students with hands-on opportunities to explore and experience careers in skilled trades and related technologies. 

In partnership with the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT), this pathway supports:

• Real-world experiences
• Hands-on training 
• Direct exposure to industry experts 

Interested Grade 10 students can fill out the Expression of Interest form until Friday, Jan. 16.

Link: Calgary Trades & Technologies  For more information see Mr. Coutts in the Student Learning Centre. 

Calgary Transit

Calgary Transit has informed but that some students travelling on our Diefenbaker designated buses have been boarding the bus without valid fare. We would like to remind families that all high school students using Calgary Transit are required to pay fare or carry proof of payment with a transfer or pass.

Ensuring students have their fare or transit pass ready helps support a smooth trip for everyone and maintains a positive relationship with our transit partners. Individuals who fail to provide valid fare on Calgary Transit may be subject to a $250 fine according to municipal bylaw of Calgary number 4M81 section 9(1).

We understand that the cost of transit can be a challenge for some families. If paying for your child’s fare is a financial hardship, the City of Calgary’s Fair Entry program offers reduced‑cost transit passes and other supports for eligible households. More information is available on the City of Calgary website.

Cell Phone Use

John G. Diefenbaker teachers and staff are following Alberta Government’s law regarding cell phones. Teachers only allowed students to be on their phones when it is an integral part of the learning. 

Parent please do not text or call your child when they are in their classrooms.  Or if you do text or call, please do not expect an immediate response. Students are not allowed to take calls or texts during the learning and if they do, they face consequences. If there is an emergency, please call our main phone number and ask one of the Secretaries to call into the classroom.  Parents contacting students during class time has become a concern in our building and we ask for your assistance!

Artist SPOTLIGHT

Hello! I am Lanah, an artist who likes to paint, do traditional drawing and occasionally digital art. I enjoy depicting people, more specifically comic book characters, as well as random doodles like animals! I spend my spare time either playing games or doing random sketches; always seeking to improve my art!

I am a volunteer with LITA, which has provided me with a community to connect with other artists.  I have had the opportunity to showcase my skills, as well as the talents of the rest of the Diefenbaker student body.

Yearbook

Please purchase your yearbook as soon as possible. Deadline is last week of school in December!

How to Purchase Yearbook/Other Supplies

Step1: Sign In

Parents can access their children's accounts online to apply for waivers, pay fees, register for central services, view past receipts and print account statements.

To access the student fees system, log into MyCBE from your computer's web browser.

Step 2: Select Student Fees & Services Registration

From the left navigation menu, select Student Fees & Services Registration.

To purchase Yearbook, click on the child you wish to purchase the yearbook for, scroll down to the bottom of the screen and select School Based Optional Fees. Select School Store Sale - Yearbook and after that you can add to card.

Step3: Payment

Click the shopping cart (F)to proceed to payment.

After that payment screen will be open.

Graduation Pictures

The website is officially open to book grad sessions.  Please find below the grad flyer for graduates to sign up for photos. 

To book a Prestige Session at John G. Diefenbaker High School visit the website.

Go to: 

• Enter School Postal Code shown on Flyer - Click on Continue
• Enter School Name - Select John G. Diefenbaker High School - Click Continue
• Enter First/Last Name - Click on Verify & Proceed
• Click Book Session - follow prompts to complete booking
• Appointment Email Confirmation will be sent upon completion

Athletics & Events Schedule

JGD Work Experience Program

Arrival times and door opening times

All students must be under the supervision of a teacher while in the building.  With Basketball practices, Band practices and cold weather, students have been arriving earlier and earlier.  Students arriving for teams and classes, should enter the building via the door closest to their activities.  The front and mall doors will open for students attending regular classes at 8:00. Please do not drop off or send students to arrive prior to 8:00 am as they will not be let in

Student Drop Off

With the cold weather approaching, we see an increase in students being dropped off in the mornings.  We have a very efficient and safe drop-off procedure in the mornings. 

Please do not use stalls to park, drop off, and reverse out to leave.  This causes congestion and safety hazards. 

There are 3 safe and quick paths:

1. Enter from the south entrance on 4^th St, head north along the school, drop off by the flagpole, and turn left to exit either via the north entrance onto 4^th St or turn right to use the East exit by the portables.
2. Enter at the north entrance (by McDonald’s), go straight into the parking lot, drop off at the 2 large orange pylons, and exit via the East exit by the portables.
3. Enter via the East entrance by the portables (behind the McDonald’s), head west in the parking lot, drop off at the 2 large orange pylons, and exit via the north entrance onto 4^th St.

Cars can only turn RIGHT between 8:00 and 9:00AM if exiting onto 4^th St. and 3:30-4:00PM

We have also noticed many drivers driving excessively fast in our parking lots. For student safety we expect all drivers to drive slowly (under 15 km/h) while in our lots. With the snow coming and limited snow removal, our lot tends to get icy and excessive speed has resulted in accidents.
Please slow down for everyone’s safety.

Thanks for your cooperation to make drop off quick, efficient and safe for everyone.