Hugh Boyd Secondary
Parent Newsletter
February, 2016
Our Mission Statement
B. Raynor
Principal
I. Lancaster
Vice- Principal
H. Dhanoa
Vice-Principal
Kathyrn D’Angelo
Assistant
Superintendent
S. Nixon
School Trustee
Hugh Boyd Secondary
9200 No. 1 Road
Richmond, B.C.,
Canada V7E 6L5
PHONE:
(604) 668-6615
EARLY WARNING:
(604) 668-7813
FAX:
(604) 668-6569
E-MAIL:
boyd@sd38.bc.ca
Hugh Boyd develops compassionate and respectful young adults who
are well-balanced, principled inquirers with an understanding of their
responsibilities within society and as global citizens. Students balance
academic excellence with attributes that allow them to realize their
potential as whole learners in a dynamic and complex world.
Principal’s Message
Show Case Evening, Interim Report Cards, Basketball playoffs, Grad Photos, Grade 10 Personal
Project Exhibition, Programme Planning, 24 Without, Anti-bullying Day and Night of the Notables; it’s a
busy time of year.
Even though we have only four months to go, we’re in the midst of planning for the next school year.
We have made visits to all the Grade 7 students in our feeder schools. Students at Boyd have met
with counsellors to consider course selections and we’ve had a chance to speak to parents at our
Program Planning evening on February 24th. Students will be asked to enter their course choices at
school in the computer lab with the help of the counsellors and Vice Principals. Student choices are
what drive our timetable process. Please make sure you consider not only graduation requirements,
but also post-secondary requirements. If you have any questions at all, please contact our counsellors,
Ms. Matson and Mr. Hamilton
A special thanks to all of the parents and students who came out to support our Show Case Night on
February 3rd. For those of you that were here, I am sure you noticed the excitement and high energy
of the students as they demonstrated their learning. Music, Art, Incentive, MYP, ELL etc. etc. it was a
busy night.
Congratulations to all the Grade 10’s who presented their projects at the MYP Personal Project
Exhibition on February 10. We are very proud of their accomplishments. I know the students worked
hard and were feeling satisfied as staff, students and visitors expressed their compliments. Students
in Grades 8 and 9 visited the displays during the day and parents and guests came by in the evening.
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February 25 will be the Night of the Notables. The students in the Grade 8 Incentive class will be
taking on the persona of a famous person for the evening. Please come out and see the students in
character starting at 7:00 pm.
Congratulations are in order, also, to our students and staff in Athletics. Basketball season is ending,
and boys volleyball, girls soccer, golf, track and field and badminton are coming up.
Please remember that Spring Break starts on Friday March 11th and ends on Monday28th.
Sincerely,
Ms. B. Raynor
Principal
COUNSELLOR / STUDENT DESIGNATION:
Mr. G. Hamilton
Ms. K. Matson
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Important Dates
March 2016
Mar. 2
Mar. 9
Mar. 10
Mar. 11
Mar. 13
Mar. 29
Mar. 30
Musical News
Team Time Early Dismissal, 12:49pm
Term 2 Report Cards go home
Last Day of Classes before Spring
Break
Spring Break Begins
Daylight Savings begins
First Day of Classes after Spring Break
Grad Photo re-take
Scholarship Applications
Students interested in applying for in-school scholarships are
reminded that applications are due to Ms. Vaughan by March
7th.
Application forms are available from Ms. Vaughan.
Graduation Transition Program
We are over halfway through the school year and our
grade 12's minds are beginning to focus on the things
awaiting them when they finish here at Hugh Boyd. Less
than 25% of our grade 12’s are currently eligible to
receive their certificate.
Please speak with your son or daughter regarding their
progress. Many post secondary institutions are
beginning their registration processes in the next little
while and it would be a terrible shame for our students to
forfeit their placements because they have not finished
this simple graduation requirement. Students should
have all of their work submitted to, and checked by Ms.
Raynor prior to June.
If any student or parent has any questions regarding the
requirements please do not hesitate to contact her at the
school.
Thanks to the Junior Band, Senior Band,
and Second Line Band for their excellent
performances at Showcase Night earlier
this month. The Second Line Band got
their photo in the digital version of the
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February 17 issue of The Richmond
News highlighting their February 12th
performance at Gilmore Park Church’s
Dream Catchers concert. The band really
infused the event with their funky grooves
and feel good spirit.
Our UBC Teacher Candidate, Mr. Yi, has
steadily been increasing his teaching load
and has been enjoying working with both
Band classes.
Upcoming Events:
Jazz Nite at The Gateway Theatre –
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Thursday February 25
The Senior band and the Second Line
band will perform at the Gateway on
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Thursday February 25 . Tickets are on
sale now and can be purchased either
online (www.gatewaytheatre.com) or at the
Gateway Theatre’s box office for a flat rate
of $8 each. NOTE: There will be no hard
copy tickets sold through the Music
department. The concert starts at 7:00pm
and is estimated to run until approximately
9:30. I hope you can attend to cheer on
our groups!
Senior Band visits Manoah Steves
The Senior Band and Second Line Band
will head over to Steves Elementary on the
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morning of March 8 to perform with the
Steves bands. Our hope is to inspire the
elementary school musicians to continue
their musical pursuits in high school and,
ideally, at Hugh Boyd!
Thank you for supporting Hugh Boyd’s
musicians!
Mr. K Naso
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MYP Reporting
Notice for all Grade 8 – 10 Parents
Term 2 will not only report overall grades, but it will also report MYP levels for each subject. Each course will include
marks for all 8 subject areas according to the IB MYP Criteria. Each course has four Criteria, each with a level out of 8.
Please note, that the level out of 8 is in reference to IB rubrics, and should not be considered as a direct percentage. For
example, an achieved level 4 out of 8 is not 50%. Levels must be read in conjunction with the course rubrics. If students
do not have copies of these rubrics, you can find copies on our website, or paper copies are available at the office.
IB reporting is an excellent and authentic way to gauge the skill level and level of understanding a student has in a given
subject area, but it is different from what you may be used to.
There will be a meeting to explain IB assessment on April 7th at 5:30 in the school library. Please join us to go over what
the criteria means, and how the marks translate to your child’s progress to date.
Parent-Teacher Conferences and MYP
Parent-Teacher conferences are a great opportunity to discuss your child’s progress with the Middle Year’s Programme
objectives with your child’s classroom teachers.
We encourage you to bring your Ministry and MYP marks to discuss your child’s progress thus far.
MYP Parent Steering Committee
The IB MYP Parent Steering Committee will meet on April 7th at 5:00. This committee comprises of parents, MYP
Coordinators and administration. Its purpose is to allow regular parent-school communication, and provides a platform
through which parents can offer their hopes, opinions and vision regarding the Middle Years Programme at Hugh Boyd.
New members are welcome! Please join us in the library on April 7th at 5:00pm. This meeting will be followed by the
Assessment Meeting at 5:30, for those interested.
MYP Certification
At the end of the grade 10 year, students will be given an IB MYP Certificate to indicate their participation and/or progress
within the IB Middle Year’s Programme. Student certificates will vary depending on the participation in and achievement in
the programme. The following outlines how the distribution of certificates will be determined:
Completion with Distinction
Students have completed the requirements of the program and have achieved the following:
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Completion
Completion of all subjects with a minimum of 5 on the MYP Grading Scale in each required
discipline
Completion of a minimum 30 service hours
Completion of the Personal Project with a minimum of 5 on the MYP Grading Scale
Completion of the Interdisciplinary Unit in grades 8, 9 and 10
Students have completed the requirement of the program and have achieved the following:
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Completion of all subjects with a minimum of 2 on the MYP Grading Scale in each required
discipline
Completion of the Personal Project with a minimum of 2 on the MYP Grading Scale
Completion of a minimum of 30 service hours
Completion of the Interdisciplinary Unit in grades 8, 9 and 10
Participation
Students have participated in the program to the best of their ability, but have not completed the requirement as outlined
by IB for various reasons which may include, but not limited to:
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Enrollment in fewer than the 8 required subject areas.
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CAREER CENTRE NEWS
MS JONES CAREER CENTRE WEBSITES: PROVIDES WEEKLY UPDATES ON POSTSECONDARY, CAREER AND SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
Career Centre - New This Week: http://public.sd38.bc.ca/~ccnews/
Facebook Page "Ms. Jones Career Centre News":
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Ms-Jones-Career-Centre-news/118346451579144
Ms Jones Post-Secondary Info:
http://www2.sd38.bc.ca/~JoJones@sd38.bc.ca/FOV4-00092A73/
Ms Jones Scholarship Link:
http://www2.sd38.bc.ca/~JoJones@sd38.bc.ca/FOV4-000878B9/
APPLYING TO POST-SECONDARY
It’s not too late to apply to a college or university but students should be finalizing their applications. Many BC University deadlines have past or are fast approaching:
SFU Deadline to apply is Feb 28/16
UVIC Deadline to apply is Feb 28/16
Be sure to check:
-application deadlines
-scholarship deadlines
-housing and document deadlines
These dates vary so check carefully!
Document Deadlines:
Many universities & colleges require additional information submitted such as
transcripts or supplemental applications or profiles, this is called a “document
deadline”. This is separate from the application deadline and varies depending on the
institution.
Students should be completing their Post Secondary Choices Form (PSI)
Deadline is March 1st for interim grades to be received by the institution applied to.
Students need to authorize the Ministry to transfer these marks and this is
done by filling in the PSI choices form on-line at the Student Secure Website:
www.bced.gov.bc.ca/exams/tsw/tsw/student/welcome.
Register to write the TOEFL/IELTS and/or the LPI if you are required to do so. Contact the Career Centre or the individual post-secondary institutions you are applying to
for requirements and exemptions.
Reminder to Grade 12’s:
Scholarship Deadlines are coming up!
Remember to Check “Ms. Jones Facebook page” or the “Scholarship Links” for recent additions and up coming scholarship deadlines.
Reminders to Grade 11’s:
If you are planning to attend a USA post-secondary institution after graduation, it
is a good idea to register for and to write your SAT admission exam during your
Grade 11 year! This allows enough time to have your SAT scores ready for your Fall
application. See the College Board website for registration details:
http://student.collegeboard.org/
Up-Coming Events:
APPRENTICESHIP (ACE IT) PROGRAMS. A Future Without Limits!!
Students in grade 10 and 11...note that applications will soon be accepted for
students interested in high school apprenticeship programs. Students attend these
programs in their grade 12 year and therefore must apply in their grade 11 year.
The Richmond School District and post-secondary institutions have created
partnerships designed to maximize student achievement in trades and technology
programs. Apprenticeship (ACE IT) students earn both a high school diploma and
Level 1 Certification from the Industry Training Authority (ITA). That's why these
are sometimes called 'Dual Credit' programs. You are a college student while still in
high school!!!
Emily Carr Summer Institute For Teens
Regular Registration Deadline JUN 17/16
$2390 Canadian + Permanent Residents
$2790 International Students
The Summer Institute for Teens provides students with an introduction to the
rigorous full-time study of art, design and media through a four-week, The Summer Institute for Teens provides students with an introduction
to the rigorous full-time study of art, design and media through a four-week, handson program in one of 10 different studio subjects. Takes place July 4 to the 29/16,
Mon to Fri from 9am - 4pm at the Granville Island location. Registrations do not
need to include a portfolio and students may choose from a number of studio areas
of concentration. For further information see: http://teens.ecuad.ca/summer/
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MORE CAREER CENTRE NEWS
Mar 2- SFU 50th Anniversary Celebration: Surrey Campus Open House
Celebrate 50 years of community diversity and connection at SFU while taking part
in fun and interactive activities hosted at the Surrey campus. Learn about SFU's
programs and services, enjoy live music and activities for all ages! For details:
http://www.sfu.ca/surrey/engage/visit-us/open-house.html
Mar 2 - Explore Capilano Night - Held at the North Vancouver campus. Meet
faculty and learn about student life, financial aid, admission requirements and more:
http://www.capilanou.ca
Mar 9 - Justice Institute of BC (JIBC) Open House - Meet with recruiters, tour
the campus, speak with instructors! Learn about careers including Fire-fighting, Law
Enforcement, Paramedic, etc. No registration required. Wednesday, March 9, 2016,
11 am to 7 pm, at 715 McBride Boulevard, New Westminster, BC.
Mar 10 - The Richmond Community Foundation Scholarships Deadline – This
Foundation holds endowment funds that have been designated for scholarships for
Richmond students. Scholarships are available to students who are entering a postsecondary institution directly after high school, as well as those who have taken a
year off before beginning their post-secondary studies. There is no requirement for
a specific grade average for any scholarship and students who are pursuing trade
and diploma courses are encouraged to apply in addition to those undertaking degree
studies.
For details visit: http://richmondfoundation.org/grant/apply-scholarship/
Application Form:
http://richmondfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Scholarship-Application-2016.pdf
Mar 12 & 13 - The Sky's No Limit - Girls Fly Too Event - Over 15,000 participants from around BC and beyond are expected at the Abbotsford
International Airport. Free flights are offered to female first-time fliers to draw females of all ages to the airport and pique their interest in further
exploring the hands-on ground activities. Advance registration is required: http://www.girlsfly2.ca/events.html
As well, all participants are encouraged to try their hand at many aviation, aerospace, marine and defense activities. Civilian and non-civilian agencies
and VIPs will be on hand with aircraft and ground support/tactical vehicles to explore. The event is open to the public and families are encouraged to
attend. No registration is required for the ground activities. The events are completely free: http://www.girlsfly2.ca/
Mar 12 & 13 - The Sky's No Limit - Girls Fly Too Volunteer Opportunity Male and female volunteers of any age and any ability welcome. Opportunities
abound for students to shine as a community leader and volunteer. Help is needed with all aspects of the event – pre-event planning & logistics, set-up,
event weekend and post-event cleanup. See website application details: http://www.girlsfly2.ca/volunteer.html or contact 604-210-4033, email:
volunteer@girlsfly2.ca.
Important Dates:
SFU:
Dec 15/15 – April 30/16 – SFU self-reporting dates
Jan 31/16 – SFU Major Entrance Scholarships deadline
Feb 15/16 - SFU Deadline for Major Entrance Scholarship applicants to
submit supporting documents for their admission and scholarship application
Feb 28/16 – SFU Beedie School of Business document deadline
Feb 28/16 – SFU Deadline to apply
UBC:
Jan 31/16 – UBC Deadline to apply
Feb 22 – April 11/16 – UBC self-reporting dates
Feb 15/16 - UBC Grade 11 Language course exemption application deadline
Mar 15/16 – UBC deadline to submit English Language Admission documents
(IELTS/TOEFL/Waiver)
UVic:
Feb 1/16 - UVic Application opens for specific-criteria scholarships.
Feb 15/16 - Mar 31/16 – UVic self-reporting dates
Feb 28/16 – UVic Deadline to apply
Mar 2-June 30 – UVvic residence Application for Sept 2016 will be available
OTHER:
Jan 15/16 – Emily Carr Deadline to apply and submit documents
Feb 1/16 – Emily Carr deadline to submit Portfolio
Mar 1 – TRU early application deadline
Mar 1 – Kwantlen deadline for early admission to selective entry programs
Apr 11- Kwantlen Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline
The career Center at Hugh Boyd Secondary is open Mon. 8-3, Wed. 8-11:30
and Thurs. 8-3 to answer any questions or provide assistance regarding post
secondary entry.
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Tommy’s Cafe
Hugh Boyd Hair Design
Tommy's Cafe, Hugh Boyd's
business venture, organized and staffed
by the Entrepreneurship class, and
supported by the Marketing class, is now
open for its third season.
The cafe is open Tuesday thru
Friday each week, from 7:40 - 8:20. If
you are at or near the school during
these times feel free to stop in for some
Trojan Pride - friendly business style.
Customer Service March Hours
Days
Mar. 8
Mar. 9
Hours
3-6pm
2-6pm
Call (604) 718-4013 for an appointment
Professional products available for
purchase
"Iiiiiiiit's Tommy's"
Community Service Hours
Students and parents are reminded that
community service hours are due by April
7th. Please see Mr. Hamilton or Ms.
Matson for more information.
New from The Richmond Curling Club
A young up-and-coming rink from the Richmond Curling Club is looking forward to the opportunity of competing against other top
juvenile teams from around the province at the B.C. Winter Games in Penticton.
Led by Gabriel K., our Grade 9 Hugh Boyd student, the RCC team earned a trip to the Okanagan by winning last month’s Zone
5 Playdowns in Squamish, defeating a rink from the Howe Sound Curling Club. All of the team members are passionate about
curling, and excited to compete at the provincial level for the first time. Gabriel has been curling for four to six years, and started
to get more serious about competing last year when his team came in second in the regional playdowns, with a slightly different
line-up. This season, they have stepped up their attendance at curling camps, bonspiels, the Optimist Junior Interclub Curling
League and practices to prepare for competition. The team is also very active volunteering in the community and at their club,
including last year’s B.C. Wheelchair Curling Championships.
The Richmond rink will be up against six other Zone champions at the B.C. Winter Games which run from Feb. 25-28.
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Please support Jonai
Below you will find an order form for spring plants. There are hanging baskets, flats of geraniums/marigolds/petunias, herb plants, soil and
fertilizer. This greenhouse always delivers BEAUTIFUL plants that last and stay healthy all through the summer.
Orders are due by April 15th and pickup date is May 4th .
Jonai appreciates your support!
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