News & Announcements

Gr 9 Night Slideshow

Posted September 20, 2019

If you weren’t able to attend our Grade 9 Info Night on September 19th or perhaps you’d like to review the slide presentation again, here you go!  Thanks to everyone who came out to learn about grade 9 at SJAM!

Please note that date listed for positive transitions workshop is incorrect – more info coming soon about this event.

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U of Waterloo Grad Presentation – Friday, Oct. 4 (E Block, 12:05pm)

Posted September 19, 2019

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SJAM welcomes the University of Waterloo on Friday, October 4th for a grad information session in our auditorium during E block.  Students wishing to attend – please complete the Google form to register (deadline 3pm on Tuesday, Oct. 1st).  You will receive an invitation slip in homeroom prior to the presentation that you will be required to show your period E teacher for dismissal.

U OF W PRESENTATION GOOGLE FORM

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PD Day for all teaching and paraprofessional staff on September 20

Posted September 16, 2019

Friday, September 20, 2019 is a professional development (PD) day for elementary and secondary school staff. Students will not attend school, and all Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) operated before and after school programs will be closed. In the morning, all our educators and elementary paraprofessional staff (EA/CYW/DECE) will participate in activities reflecting our […]

Volunteer Opportunity – Columbia Forest Long Term Care

Posted September 12, 2019

VOLUNTEERING WITH SENIORS

Volunteer Opportunities at Columbia Forest Long Term Care Centre Include:

  • Friendly Visits
  • Manicure Volunteers
  • Playing Cards/Games
  • Helping with Special Events

It is a good way to learn new skills and meet some great people. We can provide references for volunteers for the future.

Please contact Heather at heather.leclair@reveraliving.com 

Columbia Forest Long Term Care Centre

650 Mountain Maple Ave. Waterloo

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Grade 9 Info & Meet the Teacher Night – Sept. 19th

Posted September 11, 2019

Our newest Highlanders are invited to our Grade 9 Info & Meet the Teacher Night!  The evening kicks off with a general information session in the cafetorium, including presentations by school administration, guidance, special education and student activities.  Immediately following this session, you have a chance to mix and mingle with our grade 9 subject teachers to learn about many of the great things planned in classes this semester!

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School Parent Council – 2019/2020 Dates & Info

Posted September 11, 2019

Hello and welcome to our SJAM School Council section. Our school council is a group of individuals who wish to play a greater role in the operation of the school. If you fit this description, please plan to attend a meeting.  New members are always welcome.  Please contact the SJAM main office for more information (519-880-9979).

Meeting Dates 2019-2020
Wednesdays @ 7:00pm SJAM Main Office Conference Room
(unless otherwise noted)
Please enter hallway between main office and guidance

Semester 1
September 25
October 23
November 20

Semester 2
February 26
April 22

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Recognizing World Suicide Prevention Day

Posted September 10, 2019

We want our schools to be safe, inclusive and supportive learning environments that enhance and promote mental health and well-being for our students – each and every one. Suicide touches everyone in our school communities. World Suicide Prevention Day is September 10, and our educators and staff are committed to reducing the risk of suicide […]

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