Dates To Remember:
November 4th - Remembrance Day Ceremony at 9:00 a.m. in the KISH gym. All are welcome.
November 6th - Grade 9 Take Your Kid to Work Day No Classes for Grade 9 Students
November 7th & 8th - No Classes, Prince Edward Island Teachers Convention Annual Convention
November 20th - Report Cards Go Out
November 21st - Parent Teacher Interviews After School
November 22nd - No Classes Parent Teacher Interviews in the morning
1. To honor our special guests and mark the occasion of our Remembrance Assembly, Monday, November 4th will be Dress Your Best day at KISH
2. Torch Tuesday activity for juniors on Nov. 5th will be Cup Grab. This will be for junior high students in the cafeteria at noon.
3. Pie Delivery is on Wednesday, November 6th from 2:45-5:00 at the large door at the end of the school (industrial arts area). Students who sold pies are to pick up and deliver to those they sold to.
4. Parent teacher interviews are on Thursday, November 21 from 3:00-5:00 and 6:00-7:00 and on Friday, November 22 from 8:30-11:30. Parents can sign up for interviews with subject teachers by going to the school website page (https://kensington.edu.pe.ca/about/parent-teacher-interviews ), clicking on the teacher they wish to meet with, and booking a time on the sign up page. Follow the instructions on the page for signing up. The sign-up page will be live on the website starting this week.
5. KISH Athletics November 4-6
Monday, November 4th
7:00-8:30 – SM Basketball Practice
Wednesday, November 6th
7:00-8:30 – SM Basketball Practice
6. In the two weeks leading up to report cards and parent-teacher interviews, students can take steps to ensure they’re prepared academically and personally. Here’s a checklist to guide them:
1. Review Current Grades and Assignments
• Check Grade Status: Review your grades in each subject to identify strengths and areas needing improvement. Focus especially on assignments or tests that significantly affect your final grades.
• Complete Missing Work: If any assignments or homework are missing, prioritize completing them after consultation with teachers.
2. Seek Help on Challenging Topics
• Ask Questions: Visit teachers after class to ask about any material you’re struggling with. This shows effort and can help boost your understanding (and possibly your grade).
• Peer Study Groups: Consider studying with classmates to go over difficult topics together. Group study can help clarify concepts and give you confidence for any upcoming assessments.
3. Organize and Review Notes
• Review Past Material: Go through your notes, especially on topics that will be on exams or upcoming assignments. Organize them to make it easier to study and spot areas where you need additional review.
• Summarize Key Points: Create summaries or flashcards for major concepts, formulas, or vocabulary to make studying more manageable.
4. Practice Self-Reflection and Goal Setting
• Reflect on Progress: Think about what has gone well this term and where you could improve. This reflection can help you set realistic goals for the next term.
• Set Improvement Goals: Write down specific, achievable goals, such as improving a specific grade, building study routines, or attending tutoring sessions.
5. Prepare for Parent-Teacher Interviews
• Identify Talking Points: Consider what you’d like to discuss with your teachers, including your strengths, areas for growth, and any personal goals.
• Draft Questions: Think of any questions or concerns you or your parents might want to bring up during the interview, like study strategies, areas to focus on, or additional resources.
6. Demonstrate Responsibility and Effort
• Show Initiative: Teachers appreciate when students make efforts to improve. Completing any outstanding work, actively participating in class, and showing consistent effort can leave a positive impression.
• Track Your Habits: Keep a journal or use a planner to track your study habits, attendance, and participation. This can help you identify trends and discuss them with teachers if needed.
7. Focus on Self-Care and Balance
• Manage Stress: Don’t let the pressure of report cards cause burnout. Make time for rest, exercise, and activities you enjoy, as managing stress helps with focus and retention.
• Sleep and Nutrition: Prioritize good sleep and healthy eating to support concentration and memory, which are especially important during this busy period.
By following these steps, students can go into report card time and parent-teacher interviews feeling prepared, proactive, and ready to improve.