January 2027 Diploma Writing

If your student is currently taking a Diploma Level Course online and has not spoken to Ms. Adams or Mrs. Barber about registering to write at RTHS, please ensure they do so prior to the November 6^th deadline.

Yukon Trip Interest Meeting

Students in Grades 11 and 12 at Robert Thirsk High School are invited to attend an interest meeting for an exciting Yukon Field Trip taking place from May 20–27.  This is a great opportunity to learn more about the trip and explore the experiences and adventures that will be offered.   

Interest Meeting: Tuesday, November 3
Time: 11:40 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Room 344 – Natural Resources Room

Interested students are encouraged to attend to learn more about this unforgettable northern adventure!

2027 Grad Legacy Donation

Our 2027 Grad Committee is pleased to announce our 2027 Grad Charity:

CANLEARN SOCIETY

CanLearn Society is a local initiative that supports children, youth, and adults in accessing learning supports to find greater success in education and overcome obstacles in learning.

Please look for various pop-up events over the upcoming months to support this fantastic charity!

Athletics

Volleyball season moves into playoffs next week. Congratulations to our Junior Girls, who unfortunately finished 9^th in their league, but who had a strong run of wins in their tournament last weekend. Our Junior Boys play in quarterfinals on Wednesday at 5pm at Aberhart; Senior Girls on Thursday at 5pm at Bowness; and Senior Boys on Thursday at 5pm at Western . A reminder that there is gate admission for city championship playoffs for all CSHSAA sports - $2 for students with ID, and $5 for adults. Card is accepted at the door.

Students who are interested in Wrestling, please talk to Ms. LaRoche before the end of day on Tuesday for information about participating with Sir Winston Churchill for the wrestling season.

Basketball open gyms continue next Thursday morning, 7:30-8:15am - this is the last opportunity to get on the court before tryouts begin on November 16th!

Menu for the Week of November 2

Monday, November 2

Soup:  Crema de Choclo $3

Entrée:  Teriyaki Beef Stir Fry$8

Sandwich/Appetizer:  Italian Deli Focaccia Sandwich $6

Dessert: Chocolate Cherry Angel Food $3

Tuesday, November 3

Soup: Uzbek Lagman  $3

Entrée:  Chicken Souvlaki Plate  $8

Sandwich/Appetizer:  Falafels with Tahini Sauce $5

Dessert: Strawberry Cheesecake $3

Wednesday, November 4

Soup: Fufu Egusi $3

Entrée: Pulled Pork Sandwich with House Chips  $8

Sandwich/Appetizer:  Char Sui Chicken Bao $6

Dessert: A variety of Whoopie Pies $3

Thursday, November 5

Soup: Won Ton $3

Entrée:   Grilled Chicken Alfredo with Focaccia $8

Entrée:  Pork Parmesan with Scallop Potato and Vege  $8

Dessert: Raspberry Jelly Roll $3

Friday, November 6

Snack:  Chicken Tinga Street Taco $5

Snack:  Shredded Pork Street Taco $5

Snack:  Cinnamon Buns $3

Success Center

 CAREERS Internship Possibility (Healthcare)

See the attached document to apply for paid health internships for high school students for the summer. Applications are due by March 30th, 2027. Ideal candidates should have volunteer experience in a healthcare setting. Interested students could apply to volunteer with AHS, Calgary Mental Health Association, Calgary Health Foundation, or other health-focused volunteer opportunities to support their application to this summer internship possibility. Interested students are recommended to see the Success Centre D2L shell to view links to volunteer possibilities. 

Unique Pathways Semester 2 Applications

Grade 11 or 12 students interested in applying for Unique Pathway programs for semester 2 can visit the link here for more information and for the application form. Students with completed applications should book an appointment with their guidance counsellor who will review their application and submit to the Unique Pathways team. Applications are due on November 20th. 

Upcoming Post-Secondary Visits @ Thirsk

UBC: November 4th Presentation in the theatre @ lunchtime

Robertson College: November 5^th in Room 212 @ lunchtime

Scholarships

Scholarship opportunities are continually updated in the Success Centre D2L Shell. Success Centre also recently posted upcoming scholarship opportunities for November 2026 on our school site listed here, 

Scholarship Highlight

Breakthrough Opportunity Bursary for New Immigrants

Open to students in a Calgary Board of Education school who are completing grade 12 and are new refugees or immigrants to Canada within the last five (5) years. Applicants must have academic grades sufficient to allow admission into their chosen area of study/educational facility and demonstrate financial need. Academic achievement is not the determining factor for this award. Applicants are asked to share their story, in approximately 500 words, about their arrival, challenges experienced with learning in their new environment, involvement in their new

Canadian life and their plans for the future. Applicants are required to submit one letter of reference. 

Students pursuing trades/vocational programs are strongly encouraged to apply

Value: $3000

Deadline: December 4th, 2026

Community Resources

Recovery Alberta Community Education Sessions

Here is an upcoming list of free, virtual educational sessions offered through Recovery Alberta for parents/guardians: How to Support Quiet, Sensitive Teens at Home and in the Classroom; School Avoidance: Moving Towards Reducing Distress and Improving Attendance; and When Worry Comes to School: Understanding Anxiety and Helping Students Thrive. 

Click here for more information and to register.

Silver Linings Foundation (Eating Disorder Recovery) 

Recovery Navigation is a free service that offers compassionate, in-person support to help you access the care you need. Whether you’re wondering if you have an eating disorder, have a diagnosis but are unsure of next steps, or are already navigating recovery on your own, we are here to walk alongside you. Silver Linings Foundation supports with recovery navigation, groups and workshops, and peer support. You can find out more information and book an appointment online here: https://silverliningsfoundation.ca/recovery-navigation

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