Senior School News

The G10 cross-divisional parent Q&A session will take place on Wednesday, January 28 at 6:00 pm in the SS English Suites.

Available on Toddle: February 12th

Progress Report marks for G11 and 12, along with the G10 summary of marks for all subjects, will be available for download from Toddle as of 4:00 pm on Thursday, February 12th. Progress Reports will continue to include ATL grades to provide a more specific indication of each student's self management, in-class engagement and emerging independence. Teachers will also provide a judgment of your child’s current performance as either a 1-7 IB grade, or in non-IB courses, a percentage only. As always, Progress Report grades are one indicator among many of a student’s unique journey toward achieving their personal best.

For any questions about these reports, please contact Kailan Leung, Julia Clark or Jack McKillop. Should you have any issue accessing the Progress Reports on Toddle, please contact Yasi Marzban. Thank you.

Please note that the G10 Progress Report consists of two sections for each subject: firstly, a marks summary page, with levels awarded for each criterion out of 8 possible points, an overall subject score out of a possible 32 points, and a conversion to the 1-7 grades that students will see in G11-12 IB classes; secondly, ATL grades, which will help inform discussions at the upcoming student-led conferences. The rubric-based component of the reports, with levels for each criterion, allows us to present a more detailed perspective of your child's strengths and areas for growth in each subject area.

As our Grade 12 Students enter the final weeks of classes before spring break, it is important that we do all we can to support them and help ensure that attendance and punctuality for class is prioritised. These weeks are crucial for the learning of G12 Students as they begin to prepare for the mock exams and the final IB exams which will follow shortly afterwards.If you have any questions or need support please do not hesitate to contact the Senior School Leadership Team; Mr Leung, Ms Clark, and Mr McKillop, who are here to help.

Students who pay tuition for qualifying courses may be eligible for a claim on their income tax return; as such, Mulgrave School will be providing a T2202 federal tax form for Grade 12 students. In order to complete the form, the student’s Social Insurance Number is required.

The federal T2202 tax form is designed for all students who paid tuition fees for qualifying courses that they are eligible for a claim on their income tax return.

We understand the confidential nature of this information so ask that you call  Yasi Marzban at 604-913-6012 or have your Grade 12 child(ren) stop by the Senior School desk and provide their SIN along with their last name, first name, and school ID number.

The deadline to collect this information is January 30th so we can process the T2202 for students before the tax filing deadline. 

As always, Mulgrave School does not provide tax guidance and the eligibility of the claim is ultimately a matter between the taxpayer and Canada Revenue Agency. We advise you to consult with a tax professional for any questions.

In late January we will begin meeting with individual students and families (via Google Meet) for course selection meetings. It is crucial that students and families familiarise themselves with the programme of studies before January 31st. 

Grade 10 families will begin making appointments in January - sign up begins January 24th; meetings will begin on January 29th and end before March break. Ms. Marzban will send you an email with instructions on how to sign up. It is important that all students have completed their Course Selection form prior to their meeting - this year we will use a Google form that will be circulated to students by the end of next week and linked to in the next issue of Connexions. It is important that students submit this form once only - any changes to the original submission should be communicated to the Senior School Leadership team and the student’s university and careers counsellor. The form is not intended as a final course selection, but as a framework to guide the meeting towards reaching a final decision.

Please be reminded that this appointment, ideally, should be a confirmation of the research and course selections students/families have made using all the available information from the Programme of Studies booklet, the G10 workshop we held in December, the G10 Course Selection Fair on January 30th and the initial meetings with our university and careers counselling team. 

During this relatively short course selection meeting, the student’s university & career counsellor will be present. However, if students or families need significant additional information regarding university implications around course selection, please schedule an additional meeting with a university and career counsellor before scheduling your course planning appointment.

Tickets are on sale now for the grade 11 and 12 semi formal. They can be purchased here. The event will be held on Saturday, February 22 at the Stanley Park Pavilion from 7:00 - 10:00pm. If Grade 12s (only) would like to bring an outside guest they will need to email Ms. Clark  the following information:

• Name of guest
• School they attend
• Current grade
• Name of the school administrator and their phone number or email

Upon receiving this information and contacting the school, Ms. Clark will email a code you may use to purchase your guest's ticket. Grade 11 students are not permitted to bring an outside guest.

1) G11 and 12 Semi Formal
Tickets are on sale now for the grade 11 and 12 semi formal. They can be purchased here. The event will be held on Saturday, February 28 at the Stanley Park Pavilion from 7:00 - 10:00pm. If Grade 12s (only) would like to bring an outside guest they will need to email Ms. Clark  the following information:

• Name of guest
• School they attend
• Current grade
• Name of the school administrator and their phone number or email

Upon receiving this information and contacting the school, Ms Clark will email a code you may use to purchase your guest's ticket. Grade 11 students are not permitted to bring an outside guest.

2) G12 Art Exhibition and Memory Lane
Thursday, March 12  from 4:30pm - 8:00pm at Mulgrave (Various locations including Theatre)

3) Convocation
Friday, May 22 from 2:00pm - 7:00pm at Mulgrave
Exact timing, locations and details are being finalized and will be shared shortly. 

4) Grad Ball 
Thursday, May 28th from 6 - 11pm at the Fairmont Waterfront.
 

On Monday , January 26th, we will be hosting an online workshop about the Extended Essay (EE) for G11 students and families -a link will be provided nearer the time. This is a mandatory session, especially as our Grade 11 students have just been introduced to the EE process, and we look forward to seeing you there.
 

On Friday, January 30 from 12:40-1:40, G10 students will attend a subject fair led by G11/12 Curriculum Coordinators. This is intended to offer students an opportunity to ask more specific questions about courses in G11/12. Between now and then, G10 subject teachers will be providing students with overviews of related courses in G11/12, and in some cases, taster lessons. We are also happy to announce that our G11/12 faculty have produced short ‘explainer’ videos of their courses, which will be uploaded to the digital Programme of Studies next week. These videos are an excellent opportunity for students and parents to get a sense of the shape, content, and skills each course offers before asking more probing questions during the subject fair.

Exciting news! Grad Cap and Gown + Fashion Photos + Video are quickly approaching! Grad Sessions will take place on February 20th and 27th. Please see below for more details. 

 These photos will be included in the yearbook, grad wall composite and will include a proofing gallery for you to view and order.

To book your preferred session time, please visit this link: http://www.gradsbc.com/school/mlg   

**Remember to bring your uniform for cap/gown portraits and feel free to bring a change of clothes for the fashion station. You can also bring props; sports equipment, a special hobby of your choice. These photos are to capture you and your unique personality!

Interested In Buddy Group Photos on our white modern backdrop? Please email nicole@gradsbc.com for more information and to get on a VIP list: nicole@gradsbc.com.

Questions? Please call the GradsBC office: 604-461-3722 or info@gradsbc.com