The first robins are here and so are badminton playoffs. Badminton continues with rookie and junior practices on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 to 5:00. So far, the rookies and juniors have had home exhibition games with Wawota and Manor. They have also travelled to Arcola and Manor for exhibition games. The rookies and juniors will have their Regional Playoffs on Wednesday, April 20 (Rookies in Arcola and Juniors in Carlyle), and Division Playoffs on Saturday, May 7 (Rookies in Maryfield and Juniors in Carnduff). Rookies should remember to get in their permission forms to attend the April 20th event in Arcola. Please contact Miss Down or Mr. Zacharias if you have any questions. Senior Badminton is currently underway. Practices are scheduled for Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:00, but additional practices will be added in the coming weeks. For more information in regards to Senior Badminton please call Mr. Fehrenbach.
The school's curling team members were in Regina on Tuesday to take in the Ford World Men's Curling Championship. The students were lucky enough to watch Team Canada defeat France. They also got autographs from numerous teams from around the world. Another one of the highlights was meeting Amber Holland. They had a great time and they were even spotted on television.
The grade 7-9 students had another very successful Spirit Day on Friday, April 8. Students had an opportunity to try Hall Bowling, Volleyball, Slow Bike Riding, Pin the Tie on the Teacher, and Password. All of the G.F. Kells middle years students had a lot of fun while learning more about teamwork, leadership, and sportsmanship.
Parents are reminded to be judicious when selecting family vacation times during the school year. It is incredibly difficult for senior years' students to catch up in semesterized courses upon their return, especially when they've been away for 10 school days. Examination times are especially delicate. Provincial exams can only be written on specified days and at the specified times. There are no exceptions.
There will be no classes on Friday, April 22, and no classes from April 25 to 29. Classes resume Monday, May 2.
Anyone who is interested in advertising on the school's virtual signs should contact Mr. Howe at the school.
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