Thursday, October 28, 2010

There's Nothing Wrong with Hard Work


In the midst of interim reports, I realize that you Grade 11's have come a long way. In Grade 9, there were probably double the number of students with 3 or more n's. That's amazing. Most of you have the capability and desire to work hard and to succeed in your courses. This work ethic will serve you well in life and it will get you where you want to go. If you tend closer to the lazy side, you will pay the consequences for this.

The end is near. In less than two years, you will hopefully be graduating and beginning a life as a young adult. If you work hard and get the best grades possible, you will have many more doors open to you. If you slack off, you may not graduate, or you may be playing "catch-up" in summer school. The choice is yours. Personally, I would love to see all of you graduate and it will be a proud moment for all of us. Hard work is what will make this happen and there's nothing wrong with hard work.

Sunday, January 24, 2010

Test Taking Blues


Good Luck with Your Exams!

Hello Everyone!

I am thinking about all of you and wishing you well with your exams. Study hard and make sure you get enough rest. Try not to get stressed out. If you've studied - trust yourself that you know the material and that you'll do well.

Thank you for your cooperation with Course Planning - Remember, I'll be seeing you again in early February so that we can download your course requests onto the computer. Take time to make sure these are the courses you want and please choose an alternate course just in case you can't get your first choice.

Many of you have been asking me when my last day is . . . if all goes well I'll be staying until February 19. Not sure who will take my place yet, but I'm sure it'll be someone good!

I'll miss you and be thinking about you - hoping everyone makes it through and gets to Grade 11. Many of you are working hard and keeping up with your attendance - I'm proud of your efforts - keep it up!

Please stop by or leave me a note if there is anything you need before I leave for maternity.

Take care everyone!