Staff Convention – February 15 & 16 – School is closed February 19 – Family Day holiday – school is closed

School Council Meeting Tuesday, February 13 in person at 6:30 pm.
Please fill out this form prior to Tuesday’s meeting: School Council Registration & Questions

It’s Survey Time

During our TA (10:23-10:43) on Wednesday, February 14, Diefenbaker students will be filling in one of two surveys required by the CBE and Alberta Education. Grade 10 students are expected to respond to the Alberta Education Assurance Survey, while our Grade 11 & 12 students will be filling in the CBE’s Student Survey. Each survey is anonymous and takes roughly 15 minutes to complete either on a cell phone or on any of our school computers. Parents may also receive a survey request from Alberta Education in the mail. We strongly ask that you participate in this survey. Results from surveys help us to ensure that we are providing a safe and caring environment for our students as well as strong academic programs. The resulting data is often used to inform our annual School Development Plan.

Speech Club News

Hannah L continued to impress at last week's Speech Provincials, held at Webber Academy on Saturday, Feb. 3. She won silver in her category of Impromptu, adding to her stash of medals from this Speech season.

Hannah is off to Speech Nationals this weekend, held at St. John's-Ravenscourt School in Winnipeg. All the best, Hannah!

Introducing Martina Kennedy – Success Coach, All In For Youth (AIFY)

Hello! My Name is Martina Kennedy, I am the Success Coach for All In For Youth with Trellis. I have been in the Human Services field for 9+ years and have a degree in Health Sciences with Addictions Counselling. All In For Youth can help with a variety of things that include; education and employment, emotional support, transportation, accessing a doctor, recreational activities, referral to mental health and or addiction supports, basic needs that include food, hygiene and shelter, low-cost clothing, life skills, tutoring, cultural resources, 2SLGBTQIA+ resources and much more! In my work as a Success Coach, I will work with students to identify their strengths and any challenges they may be experiencing. I am located directly within the school full time during school hours. All In For Youth operates year-round, which means that I can connect with you over school breaks (even summer) to help you work toward your goals!

About Puffs or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic

For seven years a certain boy wizard went to a certain Wizard School and conquered evil. This, however, is not his story. This is the story of the Puffs... who just happened to be there too. A tale for anyone who has never been destined to save the world. Tickets can be purchased at the door.

Phys. Ed 30 Ski/Snowboard Trip March 14

Any Phys. Ed 30 students from Semester 1 interested in taking Ski or Snowboard lessons at Winsport can come by the Phys. Ed office to pick up forms for the trip.

Students will attend their first period class and then board the bus at 10:30 and travel to Winsport. The cost is $50 (cash or cheque) and includes transportation, rentals, lift ticket, and 4 hours of small group instruction at Winsport. Students will return to Diefenbaker by 3:30pm. There are a limited number of spots available.

Students - come to the Phys. Ed office for more information

Artist Spotlight

Louis Y is a Grade 10 student that finds joy in sketching and drawing. He has taken art classes ever since he was a 5-year-old and has continued ever since. Back in China, he participated in and won an art tournament when he was very young. He has always been inspired by the beauty and tranquility of nature. As an artist, he expresses his love for this by making beautiful sketches of natural landscapes like rivers, lakes and more. When asked for advice on how to perfect these kinds of drawings, he said to find the right perspective, include value and add in the details. He is now producing many artworks in Art 10, such as an Altered Artwork painting. Louis says that he will continue making art throughout his life, both as a minor profession and as a lifetime hobby. His message to others about what it means to do art is, “Just Art!…” J
-       Written by Benny H.

JGD Spirit Wear 2023-2024

Do you need some clothes for PE class? Would you like a new hoodie for the fall? We may have some clothing you would be looking for. Check out JGD Spirit Wear Store

Deadline to order is Thursday February 15 at 11:59pm MST

Orders will be delivered to the students in the school. Approximate delivery date is the week of March 17th 2024.

Please note that sample sizes will not be provided. Since these items are made to order, there will be no returns or exchanges accepted.

???Questions??? Please see Mr. Grant in the PE office (gtgrant@cbe.ab.ca)

For Second Semester Online Course Registration at Vista

Attention Grade 12 students

Vista Virtual school: registration opens December 1st, 2023 and you may register yourself at www.vvschool.ca.

Athletics Schedule

Area	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
Athletics/FACTS Events	Sr G BBall HOME	SrB BBall AWAY @ NDHS 5:30	Wrestling Quad Meet
	V St M de P	JrB BBall AWAY	@ LBPHS
	5:30	@ NDHS 7:30	4:00
	JrG BBall	SrG BBall AWAY
	HOME (JFHS)	@ St Gabriel 5:30
	V FLHS 5:30	JrG BBall AWAY
		@ St M de P 7:30