ST.

ANNE ACADEMIC CENTRE

"Crescat Scientia"
(Let Knowledge Increase)

A Catholic Community of Caring School

STUDENT HANDBOOK 2015 - 2016

Mr. N. Martin
PRINCIPAL
Ms. C. Brochu
VICE PRINCIPAL

Mrs. D. MacDonald
COUNSELOR

Mrs. E. MacDonald
VICE PRINCIPAL

Ms. B. Fabijan-Waddell
CHAPLAIN

Ms. D. Nieumierzycki
VICE PRINCIPAL

Mr. J. Manderson
CAREER PRACTITIONER

1010 - 21 Avenue S. E.
Calgary, AB T2G 1N2
Phone: 403-500-2012 FAX: 403-500-2212
website: www.cssd.ab.ca/stanne

PRINCIPALS WELCOME
Welcome to St. Anne Academic Centre
Providing Creative Learning Solutions.
St. Anne is located in the Ramsay/Inglewood district and is open to
returning (second year) Grade 12 students who are residents of Calgary
Catholic School District and students from other school districts.
Our school has developed many new and exciting programs to meet the
needs of all students in our district. Our core program is the delivery of
a faith based curriculum in five core subject areas: Religious Education,
Language Arts, Social Studies, Science, and Math. These five subjects
are offered in three instructional modes: direct instruction, self-directed
studies in either a print or online learning through our U-Learn
program.
St. Anne provides opportunities for mature students (previously
attended high school for three years) to complete high school
graduation requirements, upgrade subject marks, and/or develop
pathways for pursuing a career.
In addition to our core disciplines, we offer off campus programming;
Work Experience and R.A.P. (Registered Apprenticeship Program),
New Beginnings, Kara Program, Home Education and Fresh Start
Outreach Program.
We are here to help you achieve your goals; please ask any of us for
assistance when you require it.
We want to be part of your success.
Norm Martin
Principal

ST. ANNE OUR PATRONESS

St. Anne is the traditional name of the mother of Mary, the Blessed
Virgin. Her name in Hebrew is Hannah, which means grace. Anne
and her husband, Joachim, lived in Nazareth, and they were childless.
To be childless in that time and place was considered a curse from God.
Joachim went into the mountains to pray. Anne was also praying and
promised to dedicate any child she had to the service of God. An angel
appeared to both Joachim and Anne promising that God would send
them a child whom the whole world would call blessed. In time, a
daughter was born to them and they named her Miriam (Mary). St.
Anne is also the patroness of women in labour and of miners.

St. Anne Academic Centre Important Dates 2015-2016

Tuesday
Wednesday
Monday
Thursday
Monday
Monday
Thursday
Friday
Monday
Monday
Monday
Monday

September 1
Student Orientation Day
September 2
First Day of Classes
September 7
Labour Day (Holiday)
September 10
Opening BBQ- Students & Staff
September 21
Professional Development Day (No Classes)
September 28
Speaker - Michael Chiasson
October 8
Thanksgiving/School Opening Mass
October 9
Professional Development Day (No Classes)
October 12
Thanksgiving Day (Holiday)
October 19
Speaker - David Adie
November 2
Faith Day (No Classes)
November 2
ELA 30-1 & 30-2 Part A @ St Anne
November 2-9 Diploma exams (Check Schedule) St. Anne Academic Centre
Monday
November 9
Remembrance Day Celebration
Wednesday
November 11
Remembrance Day (No Classes)
Monday
November 16
P/T Conferences 3:30-6:30p (Regular Classes)
Sunday
November 29
First Sunday of Advent
Friday
December 18
Christmas Holiday Begins (Noon Dismissal)
Christmas Break December 18 - Jan 03
Monday
January 4
School Re-Opens Classes Resume
Tuesday
January 12
Last Day of classes for Semester 1
January 13-28 Exams including Diplomas (Check Schedule) St. Anne Academic Centre
Friday
January 29
Semester 2 Classes Begin
Tuesday
February 9
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Breakfast
Wednesday
February 10
Ash Wednesday Celebration
Thursday
February 11
Teachers Convention
Friday
February 12
Teachers Convention
Monday
February 15
Family Day (Holiday)
Tuesday
February 16
Professional Development Day (No Classes)
Tuesday
March 8
Speaker- David Adie
Wednesday
March 18
Professional Development Day (No Classes)
Wednesday
March 23
Stations of the Cross Celebration
Thursday
March 24
Easter Break Begins Noon Dismissal
Easter Break March 24 April 3
Monday
April 4
School Re-Opens Classes Resume
April 6-14 Diploma Exams (Check Schedule) St. Anne Academic Centre
Thursday
April 21
Speaker Michael Chiasson
Monday
April 25
Professional Development Day (No Classes)
Friday
May 20
Professional Development Day (No Classes)
Monday
May 23
Victoria Day (Holiday)
Thursday
June 2
Yearend BBQ Students & Staff
Thursday
June 9
Last Day of classes for Semester 2
Friday
June 10
Graduation Mass & Convocation (No Classes)
June 13-28 Exams including Diplomas (Check Schedule) St. Anne Academic Centre
Wednesday
June 29
Teacher Organization AM only

St. Anne Academic Centre

Day Schedule

8:00 am
8:15 am
8:30 am
8:55 am
10:24 am
10:34 am
11:55 am
12:00 pm
12:25 pm
12:30 pm
1:56 pm
1:56 pm
2:06 pm
3:32 pm
8:00 am
8:15 am
8:55 am
11:00 am
11:28 am
11:30 am
12:30 pm
1:30 pm

Monday - Thursday
Student Caf Opens
Breakfast Program Available
Learning Commons Opens
Student Check in- Morning Classes Begin
Morning Break Nutritious Items
Available in Student Caf
Period 1 Resumes
Announcements
Student Caf Opens for Lunch
Food Service Available
Food Service Closes
Student Check-In Afternoon Classes
Begin
Period 3 Class Dismissal
Afternoon Break
Student Dismissal
Friday
Student Caf Opens
Breakfast Program Available
Flex Friday Sessions
Student Caf Opens for Lunch
Food Service Available
Food Service Closes
Flex Friday Sessions
Period 4 U- Learn
Student Dismissal

REGISTRATION
Students book an appointment online to meet face to face with an
Administrator or Counselor to register and choose their courses.
Students will need to provide a copy of their birth certificate and a
statement of marks. In addition, they should be prepared to pay their
registration and course fees. A parent or guardian must accompany
students under 18 years of age.

FEE SCHEDULE
$10.00 non-refundable registration fee, paid once during a school
year, covers the cost of student ID, liturgies, a student swipe card and
miscellaneous student supplies.
$60.00 deposit for course materials for each 5 credit course. $40.00
will be refunded when course materials are returned.
$30.00 deposit for course materials for each 3 credit course. $20.00
will be refunded when course materials are returned.
$5.00 fee for consumable course materials for each one-credit course,
where applicable. Several course offerings are at no cost.
We have a limited number of lockers. Students wishing a locker will
be charged $5.00 for the rental of a locker and lock. When the lock
is returned, the $5.00 will be refunded. Lockers must be emptied at the
end of each semester to allow the caretaking staff to carry out routine
cleaning and maintenance.

COMMUNICATION
St. Anne Academic Centre Website: www.cssd.ab.ca/stanne
This site, available to all students, parents and staff, contains the latest
news at St. Anne. A calendar of events, site map, D2L Login, other
important links, as well as a list of contacts can be found here. Students
and parents are encouraged to visit this site regularly.

STUDENT I.D./SWIPE CARD

St. Anne is an open school with lots of activity during the day. To help
ensure the security of the community, students are asked to keep their
St. Anne photo ID cards on their person at all times. In addition, as a
secure and safe school community, students will be issued a swipe card
to access the school. The access doors in the school are as follows:
Main front doors
Handicapped doors
Southwest doors
The student swipe cards will be activated from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Monday to Friday. The replacement cost for a lost swipe card will be
$5.00.

CAREER CENTRE
The Career Centre located in the Learning Commons is staffed by a
qualified Career Practitioner. The services offered include selfassessment, occupational research, and assistance with job search and
resume writing as well as post-secondary exploration. With an
estimated 40,000 occupations available in the world of work, the
Career Centre helps students explore how their unique personality,
values, interests and skills relate to a number of career choices.

DIRECT INSTRUCTION (D.I.)

This is the recommended method of instruction for St. Anne students.
Students are more likely to successfully complete D.I. courses as
classes meet regularly and class sizes are usually small. Help is
available on a one-to-one basis. Most students learn best when they
attend regularly, communicate with their teacher, and interact with
classmates.

U-learn Print
Students may, from time to time, register in print courses when offered.
Any student accepted into a print course must meet with the marking
teacher to set a program plan. Students will be scheduled to be in
regular contact with the teacher and to complete the course within the
time frame stipulated in the program plan. Each course must be
submitted upon completion.

U-learn Online
U-Learn is the Calgary Catholic School Districts creative learning
solution for online education which seeks to enhance learning
opportunities for high school students. Based out of St. Anne Academic
Centre, the U-Learn program offers students the opportunity to take
most core subjects at the high school level, in an online environment.
The learning platform Brightspace by D2L is used to facilitate
interaction between the student and the teacher. This program can be
accessed from anywhere via a computer and with internet connection.
The flexibility this gives a student in completing coursework provides a
freedom that is necessary if students have hectic schedules, cannot fit in
all courses into a timetable or just wish to take a course in an online
format. A course from U-Learn provides students with the same
learning opportunities and the same expectations found in a regular
classroom except that the classroom is accessed through the internet.
The skills gained while learning online will greatly enhance overall
learning strategies. Online education, however, is not for every student.
There are very important attributes that need to be considered in
assessing a students potential success in an online environment.

Discuss them with our counselor to make sure online learning is right
for you.
A complete listing of courses offered through U-Learn can be found on
our website: www.cssd.ab.ca/stanne. It is recommended that students
only take one 5 credit (or equivalent) print or online course per
semester.

OFF-CAMPUS EDUCATION
St. Anne Academic Centre offers a number of Off-Campus Programs.
Students are able to earn credits in Work Experience, Career Internship
and the Registered Apprentice Program (RAP) while working, full or
part-time at various jobs in the community. To get started students
must register at St. Anne and complete a prerequisite course HCS
3000. This is a 1 credit online course. Students do not need to attend
classroom courses in order to participate.
Work Experience
Work Experience is a school program designed to offer practical
experience in a work place environment. It allows students the
opportunity to explore a career that is of interest to them while gaining
15+ credits towards a high school diploma.
RAP (Registered Apprenticeship Program)
The Registered Apprenticeship Program allows students to accumulate
hours towards an apprenticeship and earn 40 credits towards a high
school diploma.

RELIGIOUS STUDIES 15, 25, 35

To graduate from the Calgary Catholic School District, a student must
have 9 credits in Religious Studies within the 100-credit requirement
mandated by Alberta Education. Courses are available for students who
have not completed the nine credits required for graduation.

KARA PROGRAM
(For pregnant and parenting teens)
This District program offers the services of a teacher/counselor, social
worker, and nurse. The focus of Kara is to help students, both male and
female, stay in school, maintain good health and support new decisionmaking. The Kara program includes academic credits for CTS units
covering a variety of relevant topics. If you are interested in this
support service, please meet first with our school counselor.

FRESH START - Outreach Program

The Fresh Start Outreach Program caters to students experiencing
social, personal, environmental, and/or family concerns. Focused on
high school completion, the Outreach Program offers the necessary
flexibility for students with poor attendance, at risk of dropping out or
away from school due to suspension or expulsion to finish their high
school program in a supportive and safe educational environment. The
program is accessible to students between 15 and 19 years of age.

BELL SCHEDULE
Monday/Wednesday

Tuesday/Thursday

Condensed
Sessions

Friday

Mon- Thurs./

Sept-Nov

8:58 AM 12:00 PM

Morning
Warning Bell 8:55 AM
8:58 AM
8:58 AM 12:00
12:00 PM
PM
Math 30-1

Break
10:24 AM 10:34 AM

Break
10:24 AM 10:34
AM
Lunch Break
12:00 PM 12:28 PM

12:30 PM 3:32 PM

Break
10:24 AM
10:34 AM

Lunch Break
11:00 AM 11:28
AM
11:30 AM 12:30
PM
Flex Sessions

Afternoon
Warning Bell 12:28 PM
12:30 PM
12:30 PM 3:32
3:32PM
PM
ELA 30-1

Break
1:56 PM- 2:06 PM

Break
1:56 PM 2:06PM

Period 3 Monday Thursday

12:30 PM 1:56 PM
Period 4 U Learn
Monday Thursday
2:06 PM 3:32 PM

9:00 AM 11:00 AM
Flex sessions

Break
1:56 PM
2:06 PM

Period 4 U Learn
12:30 PM 1:30 PM

ALBERTA HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA,

A STUDENT MUST:
earn a minimum of 100 credits
including:
English L. A. 30-1 or 30-2
Social Studies 30-1 or 30-2
Mathematics 20 level
Science 20 or Science 24, Biology /Chemistry/Physics 20
Physical Education 10 (3 credits)
*Not needed if you are 19 years old as of September 1 st of current
school year.
Career and Life Management (CALM) 3 credits
* Not needed if you are 19 years old as of September 1st of current
school year.
10 credits, in any combination, from:
Career and Technology Studies (CTS)
Fine Arts
French and International Languages or
Physical Education 20 and/or Physical Education 30
Locally developed/ acquired and locally authorized courses in CTS,
Fine Arts or Second Languages
Knowledge and Employability or IOP Occupational Courses
Registered Apprenticeship Program
10 credits in any 30-level course other than
English 30-1 or 30-2 and Social Studies 30-1 or 30-2:
Locally developed/acquired and locally authorized courses
3000 series, advanced level, in CTS modules
35-level work experience
One 36-level K&E occupational course
Two 35-level courses from any trade in the RAP

SCHOLARSHIPS
The Counselor will make available to St. Anne students information
regarding all applications through meetings held during each semester.
Interested students can check the Districts website at www.cssd.ab.ca
and look under Students and then Scholarship Guide.

ATTENDANCE
Student success in academics is directly related to student attendance.
Students are expected to attend school and be responsible when they
miss classes. Should you miss class, talk to your teacher and use D2L
to get caught up. If you know in advance you will be absent, inform
your teacher. Parents do not need to call in absences unless the student
is under 18 years old. Students with chronic attendance problems who
are not meeting academic success will be withdrawn.

HOMEWORK POLICY
The Calgary Catholic School District Regulation defines homework as
any task assigned by teachers intended for the students to carry out
during non-instructive hours. This includes work intended as study or
practice. Homework assigned by teachers must have a direct correlation
to daily instruction. Students struggling with homework, and requiring
assistance beyond the regular class time, are strongly encouraged to see
their subject teacher during tutorial time. Respecting the importance of
family time, teachers have been encouraged to refrain from assigning
homework over the holidays and long weekends. This applies to
specific assignments only as student may need to study or practice for
tests during these times.
Teachers may use homework to support classroom instruction and
student learning in a variety of ways. In designing homework for
students, teachers must apply the following guiding principles:

Ensure homework is purposeful and meaningful.

Plan and differentiate assignments in order to ensure students
are able to complete homework independently or with
minimal support.
Recognize that students require different types or amounts of
homework to learn materials.
Seek student input into the structure of homework that best
supports their learning and success.
Work collaboratively with students and parents to ensure
homework assignments are completed rather than deducting
marks for incomplete homework.
Evaluation of homework is not required. If a teacher chooses
to evaluate homework, it must be based on the outcomes of
the Program of Studies.

If students become overloaded with common due dates for homework

and/or tests, they are strongly encouraged to discuss this with their

subject teachers for consideration of alternatives. Teachers should

communicate with students and other teachers to adjust their timelines,
test dates or assignment due dates when needed. When absent from
school the student is responsible for coursework by accessing D2L and
attending tutorials upon their return.
Please refer to the District policy on homework at the following
link: http://intranet/files/regulations/i/IKB.pdf

ACCESSING GRADES ON-LINE:

DISTRIBUTED LEARNING
St. Anne students have the opportunity to use web technologies to
differentiate learning through interactive resources and greater choice
in classroom settings. The web-based platform Brightspace by D2L is
accessible through our website www.cssd.ab.ca/stanne. It is a
monitored and secured environment that allows teachers to present
learning materials and opportunities for student interaction within
curricular areas. It is accessible both from school and from home. St.
Anne offers several courses from this platform. Every student is
provided with an individual username and password to access this
system. Grades are posted in D2L by each teacher.

DIPLOMA EXAMS
Students may not bring any papers, notes of any kind, headsets,
audiocassette/CD players, digital and audio players, cell phones, pagers
or books other than those allowed into the examination room. No handheld electronic dictionaries are allowed. Students must ensure that
dictionaries and references used for Part A of English Language Arts
30-1, English Language Arts 30-2, French Language Art 30, Social
Studies 30-1 and Social Studies 30-2, and all calculators are completely
free of notes or study material.

MARKS APPEAL PROCESS

To appeal a mark, a student must submit a letter of appeal to the
Principal within ten days of receiving the mark.

Student Integrity Policy

St. Anne Academic Centre recognizes the need for all students to
assume responsibility for their own work. Academic integrity must be
preserved not only for its own sake but also in fairness to the objective
evaluation of everyone. Cheating or plagiarism in any form is not
permitted. Plagiarism is the use of the writings or ideas of another as
ones own. To address this behavior, the schools progressive discipline
plan takes effect in the case of cheating/plagiarism and the student will

still have the opportunity to be assessed. Student who allow others to

copy his/ her work will also be subjected to the schools progressive
discipline plan.

STUDENT CONDUCT
Expectations:
A student shall conduct himself or herself so as to reasonably
comply with the following code of conduct as outlined in Section
12 of the School Act:
(i) be diligent in pursuing his/her studies;
(ii) attend school regularly and punctually;
(iii) co-operate fully with everyone authorized by the board to provide
education programs and other services;
(iv) comply with the rules of the school;
(v) account to the students teachers for the students conduct;
(vi) respect the rights of others.

Progressive School Discipline Procedures:

1. Minor Offences The use of positive corrective
measures such as warnings, informal/formal talks (between
student, teacher, counsellor, parents and principal) and loss of
school privileges. (When Offence Occurs)

2. Habitual Minor Offences The use of consequential

corrective measures such as in-school suspensions of to 3 full
days. Parents contacted/interview to discuss the in-school
suspension. Counseling services encouraged. (When Offence
Occurs)

3. Major or Repeat Offences Formal suspension of

1 to 5 days. Parents and Superintendent notified in writing.
Parent conference to discuss reinstatement and corrective
measures.
Counseling and alternate education opportunities (i.e. another
program, another school, home schooling, therapeutic setting)
may be explored. (When Offence Occurs)
THE SERIOUSNESS OF THE OFFENCE MAY BE SUCH
THAT THE STUDENT IS MOVED DIRECTLY TO FORMAL
SUSPENSION OR EXPULSION.

The principal (or designate) IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE School

Act section 24(7), (a) or (b) may recommend expulsion.

Serious offences include, but are not limited to the

following:
(a) use, possession of, or active contact with weapons;
(b) threats, which in the judgment of the principal, endanger others;
(c) serious acts of violence;
(d) hazing;
(e) vandalism;
(f) use, possession of, distribution of, or active contact with drugs or
alcohol;
(g) personal or sexual harassment;
(h) extortation
(i) theft;
(j) participation in, or association with, criminal gang activity,
including wearing, carrying or displaying gang paraphernalia, or
exhibiting behaviour or gestures that symbolize gang membership;
(k) conduct that threatens the safety of the student, or of others in a
school;
(l) conduct that adversely affects or disrupts the orderly functioning of
a school;

(m) physical harming of a student, or of

others in a school; and,
(n) other activities of a serious nature

SMOKING
Smoking or e cigarette use is not permitted on school property.
Students under the age of 18 are not allowed by law to smoke
anywhere.

SUBSTANCE ABUSE
Possession, use, or trafficking in alcohol, illegal drugs or any other
abusive substances will not be tolerated at school or any school
sponsored activity. The use of alcohol by minors and the use of illegal
drugs is against the law. As a result the appropriate law enforcement
officers may be involved and charges laid. Such infractions will result
in immediate suspension and possible expulsion.

WEAPONS IN SCHOOLS
Air Rifles/Guns
The district prohibits students from possessing weapons or engaging in
violent or threatening acts on school property, and at school sponsored
functions and activities. Weapon means any object, device, or
instrument designed or through its use is capable of threatening or
producing bodily harm to oneself or others. By this definition, air
rifles/guns are therefore considered weapons. As it is challenging to
visually identify these weapons as air rifles/guns, school staff, Calgary
Police Services and the RCMP will likely respond in the same manner
as they would an actual rifle/gun. For the safety of all students, staff
and visitors in the school, these items are not allowed on school
property or at school-related activities under any circumstance.
Laser Pointers
Laser pointers are not permitted at school as they may cause serious
damage when pointed in the direction of someones eyes. Students
using pointers will have them confiscated and may face suspension.

SUSPENSION
Serious infractions of school regulations may result in the suspension
of the student concerned. A student under suspension from the school
may not access school property during the term of the suspension.

VISITORS AND TRESPASSING

All visitors must register at the Main Office upon arrival. Approved
visitors are to wear visitor I.D. tags, available from the main office.
Unauthorized visitors, including students not registered at St. Anne
Academic Centre, will be asked to leave immediately and could be
charged with trespassing. St Anne students who choose to enter other
schools without permission during school hours may be charged with
trespassing by the school they are visiting.

SKATEBOARDS
Skateboarding is not allowed on school property. Boards must be
stored in lockers.

LOST AND FOUND

Found articles will be stored in the lost and found box in the cafeteria.
Valuable items, such as cell phones and jewelry, please ask at the main
office.

PARKING
Students and parents are reminded that our parking lot has limited
space for student parking. Parking is on a first come, first serve basis. A
reminder that street/residential parking is also very limited due to
zoning bylaws in the Ramsay area.

CELL PHONES
AND OTHER ELECTRONIC DEVICES
Cell phones must be used wisely, discretely, and respectfully. In
addition, cell phones are not permitted in the testing centre. Cell phones
may be used in non-instructional areas when students are not in classes
(spares, lunch time, before and after school). Students may not use cell
phone cameras at our school to ensure the privacy (FOIP) of
students/staff is respected. Classroom teachers will establish procedures
regarding the use of mobile devices in their classrooms. What is
appropriate in one classroom may not be appropriate for another.
Teachers have flexibility based on the curriculum requirements. Mobile
devices offer applications that may enhance classroom learning by
engaging students to use tools they are consistently using for a variety
of purposes. These devices can offer educational opportunities for
media creation, project collaboration, data collection and sharing,
publication of student work, and other alternatives to traditional
approaches to learning. Along with the potential benefits, there is
potential for abuse. There are times when these devices may not be the
appropriate tool and should be set aside. Mobile devices can draw
students attention away from their academic tasks and may be a
distraction in the classroom.

Electronic Devices
WIFI is available in most areas of the school and students are
encouraged to bring electronic devices which support learning. Portable
computers, tablets and other internet gateway devices can be effective
in enhancing the learning experience of students. Handheld devices
such as phones are not considered to be efficient tools that support
sustained learning. Handheld devices must be used wisely as they can
potentially detract from learning. Although power stations are available
throughout the school, battery life is an important consideration when
choosing a device. Students who bring personally owned devices to
school also assume full responsibility for their safe keeping. The
school, the Board and its employees, are not responsible for items
that are lost, misplaced or stolen.

DRESS CODE
Among the values taught in our Catholic schools are the virtues of
decency, modesty and respect. Our goal is to provide a positive and
safe learning environment that will reflect a Catholic Community of
Caring.
The purpose of a dress code is to set forth guidelines for permissible
clothing to be worn at school and at school-sponsored activities.
Research shows a consistent positive correlation between schools that
have dress codes and improved academic performance.
Students must wear clothing that is appropriate for educational
activities and that will not cause a disruption to the educational process.
Specifically:
Footwear must be worn at all times indoors.
Clothes must be clean and in good repair.
Clothes must not display slogans or advertising which is
controversial, obscene, offensive and/ or depicting drugs or
alcohol.
Gang related clothing or accessories may not be worn.
Any clothing, jewelry or accessories, which create a safety or
health concern or cause or threaten to cause disruption to the
educational process are prohibited.
Hat/Headgear: Students will be allowed to wear hats/head gear
based on the following criteria: These items cannot be
offensive, controversial, obscene, and or depicting drugs or
alcohol, no affiliation to gang, and they cannot create a health
concern.
The following clothing is prohibited:
Clothing that reveals bare backs, bare shoulders (including
spaghetti straps), bare midriffs and/ or low necklines, tank
tops, muscle shirts, and fish-net tops.
Sheer clothing, clothing that reveals undergarments.
Shorts and skirts must be hemmed, in good repair, and of
appropriate length (reach at least to the end of the finger tips
when arms are at side).
Students who arrive at school dressed inappropriately will be asked to
change. It will be viewed as defiant behavior if the student repeatedly
violates the dress code. Consequences shall range from a meeting with
an administrator to a suspension.

STUDENT SUPPORTS
Learning Commons: Students may access this area for independent
work or group work. This is a designated area for the purpose of
engaging in academic work. Students will have access to library
resources and computers. Additional support through the diverse
teacher learning team will also be available. This learning area will be
accessible daily from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm except on Fridays - 8:30 am
to 1:30 pm. Food, beverages (except for water bottles), and gum are not
permitted in this area.
Cafeteria/Lunch Room: Students will have access to the cafeteria for
the breakfast program from 8:15 am to 8:55 am each day. In addition,
students can access the cafeteria for lunch from 12:00 pm to 12:25 pm
(Fridays 11:00 am to 11:25 am) each day. The concession will be
open at lunch on a daily basis and there will be a limited number of
items for sale. Microwave ovens and hot water will be available for
students. Please note that students will have limited access to the
cafeteria while classes are in session. The cafeteria will be closed
during period 4.
Testing Centre: This area will be accessible from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm
(Fridays 8:30 am to 1:30 pm) on a daily basis. This area will be
supervised at all times and students are expected to comply with all test
writing procedures. Food, beverages (expect for water bottles), and
gum are not permitted in this area.

St. Anne Student Union

Is your life fine, but you yearn for something more? Have you always
suspected that you are capable of more, but youre not sure what? Do
you enjoy helping others? If you answer to these questions is Yes,
you should consider coming to meet like-minded people at the St. Anne
Student Union. This is a student-led organization that is committed to
improving the experience of St. Anne students, and volunteering in the
wider community. We currently have openings in the following
positions.
VP Communications, VP Local Charities, VP Recruiting, Musical
Director, Breakfast Volunteers, General Volunteers.
Bring your ideas, enthusiasm and energy and get involved!

Student Groups & Human Sexuality

Topics
Over the year, our school may establish a student group, which engages
in discussion and activities related to diversity and justice issues,
including support for students belonging to sexual minorities. In
particular, within our Religious Education and Family Life Catholic
Community of Caring program, students may provide leadership and
receive support to continue to build inclusive communities, aligned
with our Catholic social teachings. If you wish further information,
please contact the principal.

STUDENT CRIME STOPPERS

By offering cash rewards and providing a number to call with
information relating to any crime, Crime Stoppers encourages students
to provide tips that can be vital in solving a crime.
Students can pass on information about any crime by calling 262-TIPS
(8477) or 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). A code number is issued as the only
link to this information which is then forwarded to the Calgary Police
Service.
You never have to give your name.
You will not have to testify in court.
Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display.
Your call is free.
Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name.

CATHOLIC
COMMUNITY
OF CARING
St. Anne Academic Centre
is a Catholic Community of
Caring school.
This program is a valuesbased approach to positive
decision-making

The Catholic Community of Caring philosophy serves to enhance our

faith by focusing on the five key universally accepted values of caring,
respect, responsibility, trust and family.
Each year the community engages in service projects to extend our care
to others within our school or in the greater community. In our school,
teachers, parents, students and support staff work together to create an
accepting learning environment, provide all individuals with care and
support, share high expectations and teach values.
As students transition from St. Anne to post-secondary education or
the world of work, they take with them the skills to grow into lifelong
learners and make positive choices.

INTERNET USE
Students are required to sign a "Student Acceptable Use Policy for
Internet Use" form each school year in order to access the Internet
using the district-wide network. Violations of this policy may result in
restricted network access, loss of network access, disciplinary action or
legal action. Students under 18 years of age must also have a parent or
guardian sign this form.

WEBSITES FOR STUDENTS

www.cssd.ab.ca/stanne- our school website
https://dl.cssd.ab.ca - Brightspace by D2L. Students can access
courses and grades.
www.cssd.ab.ca - Calgary Catholic School District Scholarship Guide
Student Centre and then Scholarship Guide
https://education.alberta.ca - Alberta Education information
www.alis.gov.ab.ca - Alberta Education information services,
occupational profiles
www.schoolfinder.com - resources on schools, scholarships, careers
www.scholarshipscanada.com - scholarships
www.careercruising.com - Self-assessment and explore occupations.
(Visit the Career Centre for a user name and password)
www.nextsteps.org -- Access to job boards and tips on resume writing.
www.campusaccess.com -- Post-secondary exploration.
www.tradesecrets.org -- Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training

Diploma Examinations
Semester 1
November 2015
Date

Time*

Subject

Monday, November 2

9:0011:30 AM
9:0011:30 AM

English 301 Part A

English 302 Part A

Tuesday, November 3

9:0011:30 AM
9:0011:00 AM

Social Studies 30-1 Part A

Social Studies 30-2 Part A

Wednesday, November 4

9:00 - 11:30 AM
9:00 - 11:30 AM

English 30-1 Part B

English 30-2 Part B

Thursday, November 5

9:00- 11:00 AM
9:00- 11:00 AM

Social Studies 30-1 Part B

Social Studies 30-2 Part B

Friday, November 6

9:0011:30 AM
1:00 3:00 PM

Mathematics 30-1
Chemistry 30

Monday, November 9

9:0011:00 AM
1:00 3:00 PM

Biology 30
Physics 30

*Students are permitted an additional one-half hour to complete their

exams.

Diploma Examinations
Semester 1
January 2016
Date

Time*

Subject

Wednesday, January 13

9:0011:30 AM
9:0011:30 AM

English 301 Part A

English 302 Part A

Thursday, January 14

9:0011:30 AM
9:0011:00 AM

Social Studies 30-1 Part A

Social Studies 30-2 Part A

Tuesday, January 19

9:0011:30 AM
9:0011:30 AM

English 30-1 Part B

English 30-2 Part B

Wednesday, January 20

9:00- 11:00 AM

Social Studies 30-1 Part B

Social Studies 30-2 Part B

Friday, January 22

9:00- 11:00 AM

Biology 30

Monday, January 25

9:00- 11:30 AM
9:00- 11:30 AM

Mathematics 30-1
Mathematics 30-2

Tuesday, January 26

9:00- 11:00 AM

Physics 30

Wednesday, January 27

9:00- 11:00 AM

Chemistry 30

Thursday, January 28

9:00 11:00 AM

Science 30

*Students are permitted an additional one-half hour to complete their

exams.

Diploma Examinations
Semester 2
April 2016

Date

Time*

Subject

Wednesday, April 6

9:0011:30 AM
9:0011:30 AM

English 301 Part A

English 302 Part A

Thursday, April 7

9:0011:30 AM
9:0011:00 AM

Social Studies 30-1 Part A

Social Studies 30-2 Part A

Friday, April 8

9:0011:30 AM
9:0011:30 AM

English 30-1 Part B

English 30-2 Part B

Monday, April 11

9:00- 11:00 AM

Social Studies 30-1 Part B

Social Studies 30-2 Part B

Tuesday, April 12

9:00 - 11:30 AM
9:00 - 11:30 AM
1:00 3:00 PM

Mathematics 30-1
Mathematics 30-2
Chemistry 30

Wednesday, April 13

9:00- 11:00 AM
1:00 - 3:00 PM

Biology 30
Physics 30

Thursday, April 14

9:00 11:00 AM

Science 30~ Digital Only

*Students are permitted an additional one-half hour to complete their

exams.

Diploma Examinations
Semester 2
June 2016

Date

Time*

Subject

Monday, June 13

9:0011:30 AM
9:0011:30 AM

English 301 Part A

English 302 Part A

Tuesday, June 14

9:0011:30 AM
9:0011:00 AM

Social Studies 30-1 Part A

Social Studies 30-2 Part A

Thursday, June 16

9:0011:30 AM
9:0011:30 AM

English 30-1 Part B

English 30-2 Part B

Friday, June 17

9:00 11:00 AM
9:00 11:00 AM

Social Studies 30-1 Part B

Social Studies 30-2 Part B

Wednesday, June 22

9:00 11:00 AM

Biology 30

Thursday, June 23

9:00 11:00 AM

Chemistry 30

Friday, June 24

9:00 11:30 AM
9:00 11:30 AM

Mathematics 30-1
Mathematics 30-2

Monday, June 27

9:00 11:00 AM

Physics 30

Tuesday, June 28

9:00 11:00 AM

Science 30

*Students are permitted an additional one-half hour to complete their

exams.

Diploma Examinations
August 2016

Date

Time*

Subject

Wednesday, August 3

9:0011:30 AM
9:0011:30 AM

English 301 Part A

English 302 Part A

Thursday, August 4

9:0011:30 AM
9:0011:00 AM

Social Studies 30-1 Part A

Social Studies 30-2 Part A

Friday, August 5

9:0011:30 AM
9:0011:30 AM

English 30-1 Part B

English 30-2 Part B

Monday, August 8

9:00 11:00 AM
9:00 11:00 AM

Social Studies 30-1 Part B

Social Studies 30-2 Part B

Tuesday, August 9

9:00 11:30 AM
9:00 11:30 AM

Mathematics 30-1
Mathematics 30-2

Wednesday, August 10

9:00 11:00 AM
1:00 3:00 PM

Biology 30
Physics 30

Thursday, August 11

9:00 11:00 AM
1:00 3:00 PM

Chemistry 30
Science 30

*Students are permitted an additional one-half hour to complete their

exams.

General Information Bulletin

Introduction to the Diploma Examinations Program
Purpose: The Grade 12 Diploma Examinations Program, established in
1984, has three main purposes:
to certify the level of individual student achievement in
selected Grade 12 courses
to ensure that province-wide standards of achievement are
maintained
to report individual and group results
To receive a high school diploma, students are required to write at least
two diploma examinations, either English Language Arts 30-1 or
English 30-2 and either Social Studies 30-1 or Social Studies 30-2.
Eligibility: A student who is formally registered to receive instruction
in a diploma examination course in an Alberta high school is eligible to
write the diploma examination at that school. Before course credit can
be awarded, a student must write the diploma examination. A student
who has previously been awarded a school mark for the course may
write the diploma examination. A mature student may write the
diploma examination without having a previously awarded mark in that
course.
Increased Administrations of Diploma Examinations: Alberta
Education is increasing the frequency of opportunities available to
students for writing diploma examinations. November and April
diploma examination administrations are available to all schools.
Rewriting Diploma Examinations: Students may rewrite diploma
examinations in all writing sessions without retaking the course.
Students re-writing humanities diploma examinations must rewrite both
parts of those examinations. A student is considered to be rewriting a
diploma examination if he or she has previously written that diploma
examination at any time during the current or two previous school years
(since September 2012).
*New: All Alberta students who are rewriting diploma examinations
must:
Pre-register to rewrite the diploma examination
Pre-pay the rewrite fee of ($26.25)
The rewrite fee is non-refundable and cannot be transferred to other
diploma examination sessions.
Information and methods for registering and paying for diploma
examination rewrites can be found at this website:
http://education.alberta.ca/students/exam/rewrites