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STRIVING FOR EXCELLENCE
2019-2020 WELCOME PACKAGE
VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION ENCLOSED
For updated information, please visit our website…..
www.cpa.hrce.ca
200 Innovation Drive
Bedford, NS B4B 0G4 FOLLOW CPA ON TWITTER
Tel: (902) 832-8964 @CPAHighSchool
Fax: (902) 832-8981
Email: cpah@hrce.ca
PLEASE READ THE STUDENT HANDBOOK ON THE CPA WEBSITE FOR MORE DETAILED
INFORMATION!
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WELCOME NEW Cheetahs!!
Charles P. Allen High School
Providing a high quality education for every student everyday.
Dear Students & Parents,
Welcome to a new school year at Charles P. Allen High School. This is going to be another exciting year at Charles P.
Allen! Our school has state of the art technology, beautiful windows and bright colours. We will continue to enjoy
performances in our enhanced cafeteria and cheer on our Cheetahs in our beautiful gym and artificial turf! Our learning
studios along with our study zones, academic commons and quiet zones will support your academics.
2019/2020 promises to be another great year in the long tradition of excellence that has become synonymous with C.P.
Allen High School. This practice of doing our personal best extends into the areas of academics, athletics and fine arts.
Here, you will have the opportunity to develop and hone your skills, talents and abilities to become a school and
community leader. All of this can happen when you take advantage of all that school can offer and if you apply yourself
to becoming part of the C.P. Allen team.
There is something for everyone here at CPA, from the wide range of academic opportunities to many extra-curricular
clubs, teams and activities. We have a strong culture of community and school spirit throughout the halls and with the
hard work and involvement of our Student Council, this spirit is celebrated throughout the year.
Our motto is ‘Striving for Excellence’ and it is a statement we embrace as a community in our staff, volunteers and
students. The best high school memories are made when you strive to do your personal best, become involved and
keep a positive attitude. The staff of CPA is here for you, so please don’t hesitate when you need extra help, support
or guidance. If you have any concerns or questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
This communication package will assist you with planning and will make the first days and weeks of the school year
more manageable. Please take the time to read the information contained in this package. If there is any important
medical information we should be aware of, it is important that you fill out the medical information forms located under
the parent section of our website and either drop them off to the main office or email them to cpah@hrce.ca. I also
encourage you to log into PowerSchool Student/Parent Portal regularly to check attendance and marks (see Web-Based
Student Information System on page 4).
Once again, welcome to the new school year. We look forward to meeting our new Cheetahs at grade 10 orientation
on August 29, 2019. Please check the website regularly for new information regarding our first day of school on
Thursday, September 5, 2019. I wish all of you success this school year!
Stephanie Bird
Principal
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A LETTER FROM YOUR STUDENT COUNCIL CO-PRESIDENTS!
Hey CPA!
We hope you're as excited as we are for this upcoming school year - it’s going to be awesome! We are
thrilled to have you as members of the family we call CPA. There are going to be ups and downs, but we
hope you’ll come out of this year as a better human and one that had a lot of fun! Grade 10’s, you might be
a little nervous for this year, but don’t be! Go out on Day 1 and make the most of your time at CPA. To the
grade 11’s, this year is going to fly by and soon you’ll be a senior, so make every minute count! And to our
seniors, make this a year to remember and cap off your high school career with a bang. This is shaping up
to be another great year to be a student at CPA, with the return of some of our classic events as well as a
few new ones to change things up a little. Get involved and show your school spirit!
If you only take one thing away from reading our little spiel, let it be this- make the most of every minute
because high school is going to fly by, and you don’t want to leave with any regrets. You don’t want to be
sitting there when you’re 90, wishing you had maybe put yourself out there a little more, or wishing you had
gone to more events or to that tryout, so do it now while you have the chance!
Anyway, that’s enough from us for now!
Can’t wait to see what this year has in store for all of us!
Parker and Devon
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IMPORTANT SCHOOL PERSONNEL LIST
902-832-8964
Attendance - press 1
Main Office - press 0
Administration Guidance
Press 2 then 1 – Paul Betuik, VP (for surnames A-G) Press 3 then 0 - Annette Lowe, Admin Assistant
then 2 – Bruce MacKay, VP (for surnames H-M) then 1 – Lori Dawn Swimm (surnames A-G)
then 3 – Nancy Martin (for surnames N-Z) then 2 - Riccardo Cordi, Counsellor (surnames H-M)
then 4 – Stephanie Bird, Principal then 3 - Tara Aucoin, Counsellor (surnames N-Z)
ANS Support Worker-Mitchell Borden - 1107 then 4 – Andrew Woods, Registrar
School Nurse – Jen Richardson - 1209 Cst. Janna McCullough – School Liason Officer
IMPORTANT DATES
Late Registration: August 28, 2019
Grade 10 Orientation August 29, 2019
First Day of School for students: Thursday, September 5, 2019
Report to your A block class
Labour Day (no classes): September 2, 2019
Organization Day (staff only): September 3, 2019
PD Day (staff only): September 4, 2019
STUDENT FEES
Due on the first day in September, includes student council fee, special programs and events.
STUDENT FEE: $50.00
YEARBOOK (optional): $45.00
ON THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
On the first day of school there will be a list posted by the main doors with your name on it and which
classroom to go to. This is your “A” block class. Teachers will tell you what school supplies you will need at
this time for their course. On the first day you will: 1) pay your $50 school fees 2) be assigned a locker 3) have
your picture taken
ABSENCE CALLS
If your son/daughter is excusably absent, parents/guardians need to call the school attendance line @ 902-832-
8964 extension 1 to inform the school. Please do not leave attendance messages for administrators or teachers.
DO NOT SEND EMAILS OR LETTERS FOR ATTENDANCE PURPOSES.
At the end of the day, an automated call will be forwarded to your home telephone to notify of any unexcused
absences.
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CHARLES P. ALLEN HIGH SCHOOL
12 Simple Suggestions for a Successful Transition to High School
(Friendly hints to help parents survive 10th grade)
1. Be involved in your child’s academic program.
Make sure that your child is challenged and taking courses now that will help meet future goals. Choose courses based
on your interests.
2. Get your child involved in a positive activity…but don’t overextend.
Research says that students involved in an activity, club, sport, music, etc.., are much more likely to have a positive high
school experience and get better grades than students who are not involved.
3. Know your child’s friends.
Research says that when a teenager is faced with a critical decision the influence of peers (positive and negative) and
parents/families make the difference.
4. Register for PowerSchool.
This enables you to track your child’s attendance and grades from your computer. PowerSchool will allow you to track
your child’s assignments, projects and tests. Schedules will be finalized the day before school begins in September. A
floor plan of the school is in your Welcome Package and in the student handbook located on the main page of the
website – have your child use this to locate his/her classrooms!
5. Have your child attend the Extracurricular Activity Fair during Welcome Week.
Scheduled for September 19th in the gym.
6. Attend Curriculum Night to meet your child’s teachers and follow your child’s schedule.
7. Don’t allow your child to get lost in the shuffle.
In a large school a student can get “lost” or “fall through the cracks”. Research says that when a student makes
positive connections with adults (teacher, guidance counsellor, coach, etc.) it prevents this from happening.
8. Remember that all teenagers (including straight “A” students) need proper supervision.
Supervision includes on-line supervision and supervision of technology. Remember good kids make mistakes too. Let
him/her make mistakes and learn from them. Your child should always know that you love them, but make sure they
know your expectations. Know where your child is and who they are with all the time.
9. Talk to your Child.
If your child seems anxious, nervous, or withdrawn, talk to them and see what’s wrong.
10. Get to know your child’s teachers and guidance counsellor.
Stay in positive contact with the teachers and don’t be afraid to ask for help. Remember that email is a great tool for
quick information…but it’s not such a great tool for dealing with more difficult issues. Don’t fight the small battles for
your child…keep it in perspective. If you have questions or concerns, please contact us.
11. Encourage organization.
High school students are expected to assume greater responsibility for their learning. Organization is vital – encourage
good study habits, have a specific time to complete homework and use a planner. On the first day of school, your child
should be prepared with binders, loose-leaf paper, pencils or pens. Individual teachers will specify additional supplies
required.
12. Get involved in school yourself.
The most successful students I have seen are the ones in which parents are at the school, attend functions, athletic
boosters, serve on the school advisory council or some other group. In a sense these parents are the ones that are “in
the know” and they use this information to support their child and the school!
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FINE ARTS – LEVEL 1 **For a more detailed map refer to student handbook on
SCIENCE / MATH / GYM – LEVEL 2 CPA Website
SOCIAL STUDIES / ENGLISH – LEVEL 3
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CHARLES P. ALLEN HIGH SCHOOL BELL SCHEDULE AND BLOCK TIMETABLE 2019/2020
Note: Take a screen shot of your schedule on your PowerSchool APP so you have it for the first days of school
Charles P. Allen School Hours of Operation 8:45 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. Students are not permitted in the building
outside of these hours unless under the direct supervision of a teacher for extra help or an extra-curricular
activity
First Bell 9:15 am
Classes begin 9:20 am
Lunch period 12:00 pm
First pm bell 12:40 pm
First pm class 12:45 pm
Student dismissal 3:25 pm
DAY DAY DAY DAY DAY
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
1st Class A D B C A
9:20-10:35
2nd Class B C A D B
10:45-12:00
12:00-12:40 LUNCH
40 minutes for lunch
3rd Class
12:45-2:00 C A D B C
4th Class
2:10-3:25 D B C A D
*NOTE: Classes during A & B are always together and classes during C & D are always together.
There is an expectation to be in class for the entire period. If, on the rare occurrence, you must leave early,
a parent must come into the building to sign you out.
8BUS SCHEDULE
Any inquiries regarding bus routes and times
please call:
STOCK TRANSPORTATION
(902) 481-8400
OR
www.stockhalifax.com
OR
DOWNLOAD THE STOCK TRANSPORTATION
BUS TRACKER APP
STUDENT DROP OFF ONLY IN THE LOWER LOT ONLY
9CPA CLUBS & COMMITTEES
During the school year, CPA offers many extra-curricular clubs, activities and events to enrich the experiences
of students and to build a strong school community. The CPA community are asked to advise, assist or
volunteer when possible. The following is a list of current clubs and committees, however this list is subject to
change based on student interest and teacher/community involvement:
· 30-Hour Famine · Interact Club · Speaking Competition
· All Girls Running Club · Intramurals · Student Council
· Amnesty International · Jack.org · Table Tennis
· Asian Heritage Week · JOHSC · Track and Field
· Badminton · Karate Club · Volleyball, Girls and Boys
· Baseball · Lacrosse · Yearbook
· Basketball, Girls and Boys · Me to We · Yoga Club
· Book Club · Mindshift · Youth Health Centre
· Breakfast Club · Model UN · Youth Action Team
· CEMC Math Competitors · Multicultural Club
· Cheetahs for Charity · Musical Pit Band
· Chess Club · NSSSA
· Choir · OPA Day
· Coffee Houses · Peer Tutors
· Competition – Euclid · Photography Club
· Computer Programming Club · Prom Committee
· Cross Country · Red Cross Blood Donor Clinic
· Curling · Relay for Life
· Dance Team · Remembrance Day Service
· Diversity Club Committee
· Debate Club · Robotics
· Drama Club · Rootbeer Fest
· Field Hockey ·Rugby Girls and Boys
· Football · School Advisory Council
· French Club · School Musical
· Games Club · Ski Club
· Gay-Straight Alliance · Snowboarding
· Golf · Soccer, Girls and Boys
· Hockey, Girls and Boys · Slow Pitch, Girls and Boys
· Improv Team
There will be a club fair on September 19, 2019 for students to sign up! Get involved, it’s a great way to meet
new people!
102019/2020 SCHOOL CALENDAR - SEMESTER 1
August 28 Late Registration
August 29 Orientation Grade 10
September 2 Labour Day
September 3 Organization Day P-12 (no classes)
September 4 PD Day P-12 (no classes)
September 5 First Day of School for Students
September 5-6 School Photos
September 9-13 Welcome Week (theme days, lunch activities)
September 11 Curriculum Night
September TBD School Photos (for students who missed previous week)
September 19 Student Council Event
September 27 PD Day P-12 (no classes)
October TBD School Photos (retakes)
October 3 Post-Secondary Day
October 14 Thanksgiving Day (no classes)
October 17 Student Council Event
October 22 Post-Secondary Evening
October 31 Halloween (theme day, lunch event)
November TBD Grad Photos
November 11 Remembrance Day (No classes)
November 18-22 Spirit Wars (theme days, fundraising for Christmas Cheer)
November TBD High School Mid-term Reports Home
November TBD Mascot Showdown @Auburn
November 28 AM - PD Day High School (no classes)
PM - Parent Teacher Interviews High School (no classes)
December 5 Student Council Event
December 12 Student Council Event (Snow Date)
December 16-20 Holiday Week (theme days, lunch activities)
December 23 First Day of Christmas Break
January 6 School Reopens
January 9 Student Council Event
January 16 Student Council Event (Snow Date)
January 23 Nova Scotia Virtual School Exams
January 27-30 High School Exams
January 31 Assessment & Evaluation Day High School – (no classes)
112019-/2020 SCHOOL CALENDAR - SEMESTER 2
February 3-28 Registration Month
February 3 Semester Two Begins - High School
February 10-14 Red Week (theme days)
February 12 Curriculum Night
February 4-13 Report Cards Home - High School
February 14 Valentine's Day
February 17 Africville Day (no classes) Heritage Day
February 18 Grade 10, 11 Parent information meeting
February 20 Student Council Event
February 27 Student Council Multicultural Event
March 2 Band Concert
March 12 Root Beer Fest
March 13 Happy Day
March 16-20 March Break (no classes)
March 20 International Day of Happiness
March 26 Root Beer Fest (Snow Date)
April 3 Student Council Event (RELAY FOR LIFE 2020) GYM
April 10 Good Friday (no classes)
April 13 Easter Monday (no classes)
April 14-17 Grade level rep elections
April 20-30 High School Mid-term Reports Home
April 23 AM - PD Day High School (no classes)
PM - Parent Teacher Interviews High School(no classes)
April TBD Grad Breakfast
April 22 Students' Council Interviews (Conference Room)
April 24-26 Musical
April 30 Grade 10 Rep Interviews (Cafe after school to 5:30)
May 4 Star Wars Day
May 15 PD Day P-12 (no classes)
May 18 Victoria Day (no classes)
May 25 Band Concert
May 29 Prom
June 1 Band Concert
June 4 Carnival (Student Council Event) GYM
June 9 Athletic Awards Banquet
June TBD Locker Clean Out
June TBD Grade 9 Orientation
June 17 Nova Scotia Virtual School Exams
June 19-25 High School Exams
June 26 Assessment & Evaluation Day - High School
June 26 Grad Rehearsal 9:30am
June 29 Assessment & Evaluation Day – P-12 (no classes)
June 29 Grade 12 Graduation
June 30 Last Day of School - Report Cards Home
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