SOURIS SCHOOL NEWSLETTER www.shsd.mb. ca Volume 30, Number 3 October 2nd, 2009 NEWS FROM THE OFFICE The month of September has come and gone.  Our school population at the end of September was 510 students. We have been hearing rumors that we have H1N1 cases at Souris School.  We have NO CONFIRMED cases of H1N1 at Souris School.  We are tracking all student illness and reporting this to our Public Health Authority.  We have been reporting between 10 ñ 15 absences each day at our school. If you have any questions or concerns please contact us at school. Western Manitoba Youth Choir Will perform at Souris School October 17, 2009 ñ 7:30 p.m. $5.00 for adults $1.00 for students Children under 5 free We need to billet sixty choir members on the evening of October 17th.  If you are able to billet a choir member, please contact Louise Lawson at 483-2693 or Souris School at 483-2161 and dial 0. To end this weekís newsletter I would like to talk about bus ridership and noon hour lunch period.  Students have a right to ride the bus and to stay for lunch at school, but both of these rights can be removed if a student does not follow the rules in these two part of the school day. If you have a school or community event, please email to sourisevents@gmail.com.  This will automatically get it on the Community calendar at the Town of Souris website.  This is a great opportunity to get your event advertised. Important Dates to Remember Welcome the World BBQ Oct. 2, 6:30 ñ 8:00 p.m. Victoria Park School Pictures October 5th As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call me directly at 483-6230. Have a great weekend and we will see you on Monday.         ïMr. Bob Young SICK CHILDREN Notes to stay in at recess do not help a sick child to have a good and productive day.  If a child is ill, we would recommend that they remain at home where they can receive the proper care, and where they will not spread their illness to others.  Most times, if a child is too sick to go out for recess, they are too sick to be in school.  This has always been an important issue, but with the threat of H1N1 virus it is even more so.    A Wheels For Jordyn update from Souris School... On September 18th Lars Peterson from Cargill grain in Nesbitt presented Souris School with a cheque for $2000 to go towards our Wheels For Jordyn campaign.  Jordyn Simonson has been using her new "Super chair for kids" wheelchair for 4 months now and it has been wonderful.  We are now able to purchase an adapted swing set for our playground so Jordyn can play at recess with her friends. MIDDLE YEARS NEWS Middle Yearís Drama The Middle Years Drama Club is proud to present  ì Way Out West in a Dress î a western comedy. You'll "dye" laughing at this wild western musical full of dynamic dialogue, double identities, criminal plots and a music score as wild as the Old West! With over 50 Souris Middle Years students involved in the production, you are sure to enjoy the performance. Two performance dates are set - Thurs. Oct. 29th and Fri. Oct. 30th at 7:00 p.m. in the Souris School gym.  Tickets will be available at the door. Come out and enjoy the show! CAREER EXPLORATION NEWS A huge thank you is going out to the many service groups for their generous monetary support given to our students who are participants of Historica Encounters with Canada.  Every student who has experienced this weeklong trip have stated that it is definitely ìa once in a lifetimeî experience.  Encounters is a well-organized program where students are exposed to Ottawaís Parliament Hill, various workshops, Canadian culture, numerous Canadian speakers and institutes and during this time reside at the Terry Fox Center. Monday, November 9th is Post Secondary Day for Grade 11ís and 12ís.  Universities and Colleges will be in attendance.  Students will have a choice of attending two post secondary institution informative sessions and access display booths.  Sign up sheets for the 1st and 2nd session choices will be posted next week.   The Loran Award Scholarshipís deadline is October 20th.   At this point, all Grade 12ís should be actively searching scholarship web sites, checking our scholarship board and applying for scholarships.  Please see me for further information. ïMrs. C. Delaurier SOURIS SCHOOL PARENT ADVISORY COUNCIL SSPAC Meeting ~ Next meeting: October 19, 2009 at 7pm Executive for 2009-2010 President ñ Jaycee Thexton 483-3065 Vice-President ñ Shelley Elliot 726-1888 Secretary ñ Mary Lovatt 483-2717 Treasurer ñ Heather Remillard 483-7383 Early Years Representative ñ Cheryl Roberts 483-3034 Middle Years Representative ñ Cheryl Roberts 483-3034 Senior Years Representative ñ Pam Walker 483-3710 ìA community organization dedicated to the education and well being of children.î FOOTBALL Sabres lost 7 ñ 0 to the Dauphin Clippers yesterday in the Bowl.  The defense once again played exceptionally well lead by Luke Hill and Josh Adams.  Between the two of them they had over 20 tackles.   Next game is Monday against Virden down at the Bowl.  Start time is 4:30 p.m.  Come cheer our Sabres to a victory! VOLLEYBALL Varsity Girls The Varsity Girls Volleyball team had another outstanding weekend last weekend in their tournament schedule.  The team traveled to Weyburn to participate in the 12 team tournament that featured teams from across Saskatchewan .  After a grueling 7 game round robin their record was 13 wins, 1 loss.  They defeated teams from Regina, Oxbow, Midale, Saskatoon, and Weyburn who are the reigning 5A provincial champions.  In the semis they defeated BGM from Saskatoon and again faced Weyburn in the final.  This time they came up short but were proud to bring home the 2nd place trophy.  The team appreciates all the family support they have received. The Varsity Girls volleyball team opened their league schedule Monday night with a convincing win over Wawanesa..  The girls won 3 straight.   The girls travel to Roblin on Friday again in tournament action.  Good Luck Girls! Varsity Boys The Varsity Boys volleyball team has begun their season in excellent fashion.  This past weekend the boys won six of seven matches at the Brandon Bobcat tournament.  Brett Young and Sean Morrison were named to the tournament all-star team.  In league play on Thursday, the boys defeated Wawanesa in three straight games.  This weekend the team is in Roblin to play in the Goose Lake tournament.  This year's roster includes:  Luke Hill, Brett Young, Troy Chandler, Sean Morrison, Colby Suski, Terry Doull, Tanner Butler, Cameron Rowatt, Josh Murray, William Lagradilla, and is coached by Mike Kindle. Junior Varsity Girls Congratulations to the Junior Varsity Girls volleyball team on their 6th place finish at Massey last weekend.   SCHOOL COMING EVENTS October 5       School Pictures will be taken 12      Thanksgiving-No Classes 13      K-8 Day 4, Gr. 9-12 Day 2 23      SAG ñ No Classes 26      K-8 Day 4, Gr. 9-12 Day 2 29 & 30 Middle Years Drama         Performance 7:00 ñ 9:00 p.m.         ìWay Out West in a Dressî COMMUNITY EVENTS If you have any messages for Community Events please email it directly to: conniem@shmb.ca Everyone Welcome Free BBQ Friday October 2, 2009 @ Victoria Park From 6:30pm-8:00pm In the Bowl All new people to this community Come out and meet your new neighbours Souris and Glenwood Community Development Corporation wants to ìWelcome the Worldî to Souris.  A celebration of what makes our community great whether you are new or already a resident. Program & Entertainment, Face Painting. Tattoos Bring the Kids It is not too late to register for CanSkate lessons!  If your child is interested in learning to skate or continuing to develop their skating skills, or if you'd like more information, contact Jane at 483-3419 or farmerz@mts.net     Lessons begin on Wednesday,  September 30. Referee Clinic October 4th ñ 8:00 a.m. ñ 4:00 p.m. Ages 13 & older as of December 31, 2009 Contact Kathy Hainsworth @ 483-4002 for info or to register. UPCOMING RECREATION HAPPENINGS Souris Valley Recreation Commission 483-5214, 483-2538 fax Shake Rattle & Roll Preschool Activity Program Ages 2-4 Thursdays September 17 ñ October 8 2:00 ñ 3:00 pm Souris Curling Club Cost:~$4 drop in Fee~or $15 for all classes Class size will be limited ~Yoga Come join us for a night of relaxation and exercise Tuesdays September 15 ñ December 15th Cost:~ $10.00 per evening 7:30pm ñ 8:30pm Souris & Glenwood Memorial Complex AVALON THEATRE ìThe Ugly Truthî   Rated PG 1 hr, 35 min.  All show times are at 7:30 p.m. SOURIS HARVEST FOOD BANK Open first and third Thursdays of each month from 5:00 p.m. ñ 7:00 p.m. It is located at St. Paulís United Church and please use the NE entrance. HAVE YOU LOST A RING? A ladies ring was found in the hallway.  If you think it is yours, you may claim it at the office.   REVISED FOOTBALL SCHEDULE West            East Birtle          Dauphin Souris          Neepawa Virden          Stonewall October 1       Dauphin at Southwest 4       Dauphin at Stonewall         Bye: Parkwest/Neepawa 5       Virden at Southwest 9       Southwest at Parkwest         Neepawa at Dauphin         Bye:  Stonewall/Virden 16      Neepawa at Stonewall         Southwest at Virden         Bye:  Parkwest/Dauphin 21      Dauphin at Neepawa         Stonewall at Parkwest         Bye:  Southwest/Virden 25      Virden at Parkwest         Stonewall at Dauphin 26      Southwest at Neepawa 31      East 2 at West 1         West 2 at East 1         West 3 vs East 3 @ Wpg. Stad. November 7       Championship Game ENJOY SCARECROW DAYS HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND! St. John Ambulance Youth Group Registration Youths between the ages of 6-15  are invited to join our Community Service Youth Group.  Registration & parent orientation will be held on Monday, September 21st at 7:00 p.m.  Registration will also be accepted on Monday, September 28th and Monday, October 5th starting at 7:00 p.m. Registration takes place at the St. John Ambulance Training & Community Services Centre in the Shoppers Mall Business Centre.  Parents must be present to register their child and please bring your Manitoba Health card.  There are no registration fees, no weekly dues and your uniform shirt is provided.  Members learn first aid and CPR skills, and participate in several fun activities.  For more info call 727-4466 or email at Info.brandon@mb.sja.ca FORBIDDEN FLAVOURS New Menu Items and Price List HamburgerÖ$2.75 CheeseburgerÖ$3.00 Hot dogsÖ$2.00 SoupÖ$2.50 SandwichesÖ$3.00 WrapÖ$3.50 Mini SubsÖ$2.25 Pizza PopsÖ$2.00 Kraft Dinner CupÖ$2.00 Daily SpecialÖ$3.75 Pizza PretzelÖ$2.00 OreoÖ$1.75 CookiesÖ$.75 MuffinsÖ$1.75 BagelsÖ$1.50 Fruit CupÖ$1.50 Sm. Choc MilkÖ$1.25 Lg. Choc MilkÖ$1.75 ChipsÖ$1.25 Hot RodÖ $1.25 Beef JerkyÖ$1.75 Cheese StringÖ$1.00 Cheeseín CrackersÖ$1.00 VeggiesÖ$2.00 Juice BoxesÖ$1.00 SlushyÖ$2.00 HallsÖ$1.50 Jello - $0.75 Yogurt - $1.50 Daily Specials - $3.75 Monday...Perogies Tuesday...Potato Skins Wednesday...Chicken Bacon Cheese Melt Thursday...Taco in a Bag Friday...Pizza ñ (Cheese or Pepperoni/Salami) As always, bag lunches will be delivered to Kindergarten and grade 1 students.  Please make sure orders have names, grade and room numbers on them.