Distinguished Teacher Award - William Morton Collegiate
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May 2018
Thank you so much to the staff, students and community members
who supported our #HumboldtStrong and India Bus Tragedy Fundraising
BBQ. The event raised close to $2500.00! Thank you to Jarvis Meats,
Gladstone Bakery and Gladstone Coop for their assistance with this
event! Most importantly, the event brought people together for a common
cause and conversation. In times such as these, it is important to lean on
one another…..a true sense of the word community!
Distinguished Teacher Award
Mr. Cameron Watson is the recipient of Brandon University's 2018 Distinguished
Teacher Awards (Grade 10-12 category). As an Award Winner,
Mr. Watson will join the Dignitary Party at Brandon University's
107th Convocation Ceremony on Friday, June 1, 2018 at the
Healthy Living Centre. During the ceremony, Mr. Watson will be
introduced and will be asked to rise to be acknowledged.
Mr. Watson and guests will also be invited to attend the President's
Luncheon and Convocation Dinner. Way to go, Mr. Watson!!
Super proud of you and honored that you are a teacher at WMCI!!!
The WMCI community is committed to providing a safe and stimulating environment in order to promote individual excellence, to
foster responsible citizenship, and to develop students who can manage their futures in a changing society.
Secretary: Christine Poschenrieder Principal: Shannon Blondeau
Phone: 385-2845 Fax: 385-3031
wmci@pinecreeksd.mb.ca www.pinecreeksd.mb.ca
This document is available in alternate formats upon request, by contacting the WMCI office via
phone or email.
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Used Book Sale and Scholastic Book Fair
When: May 7th 9:30am—3:30pm
May 8th 9:30am—6:00pm
May 9th 9:30am—7pm
May 10th 9am—3:30pm
May 11th 7am– 2pm
Where: WMCI
Dear Parents and Families,
The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to William Morton Collegiate Institute! What better way to promote
reading to our students than by supporting this important literary event.
We invite your entire family to participate by purchasing the latest and greatest in children’s and young
adults’ books. Your support of this vital literary event is a key part of helping us obtain new books and
resources for our library and classrooms.
You’ll find hundreds of quality books at our Book Fair with a wide assortment for all reading levels. Visit
the Scholastic Book Fairs website at www.scholastic.ca/bookfairs to get detailed information about these
books. You can also watch book trailers and author videos with your child on the BookTube page.
Attached is a Book Fair flyer that provides a preview of only a FEW of the many books available to
purchase at our Fair. The flyer also contains a special Family Event Draw ballot that parents can deposit
during our Family Event. You could win $50 in books – $25 for your family PLUS $25 for WMCI!
We will be open later on Tuesday and Wednesday. On Wednesday, May 9th, starting at 4pm, Chili, Bun
and Drink for $5 will be provided courtesy of WMCI and GES PACs, with proceeds from the meal shared
between both libraries!
Throughout the week as well, WMCI will have some older books that we no longer need but would love to
place in new homes, for a small donation to WMCI. These proceeds will help purchase technology (ex.
e-readers) and new books for our Grades 7 - 12 students!
If you are interested in volunteering or learning more about our Scholastic Book Fair, please contact
myself, Mrs. Gowan at WMCI (204) 385-2845. If you know of someone who would make a fabulous
addition to our volunteer team, please feel free to call with that recommendation as well.
Don’t forget to mark the Book Fair dates on your calendar! We look forward to seeing you during our
Scholastic Book Fair and thank you in advance for supporting this great literary event. Thank you for
believing in books and the impact of reading on your child’s future.
Sincerely,
Stacey Gowan
Book Fair Chairperson
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How are people in our community affected by poverty?
In partnership with Southern Health - Santé Sud, William
Morton Collegiate invites you to please join us for an
interactive poverty simulation; a unique experience designed to
provide a glimpse into what it might be like to live on a low
income while trying to survive from month to month.
When: May 11th, 2018
Where: William Morton Collegiate Institute
Gladstone, MB
Time: 9:00 – 1:00 Lunch provided. Please bring your own
water bottles.
To register or for more information please call
(204) 385-2845. Deadline to register is May 4th.
Please register early as space is limited.
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JOIN US FOR BREAKFAST!!!
WILLIAM MORTON COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE
FRIDAY, May 11th
7:00 – 9:00 AM
Trivia Night Success!
The Kinsmen Club of Gladstone held their annual Trivia Night on Friday April 6th, at the
Gladstone Legion. As a club, we decided that funds raised from the evening would go to
WMCI in their efforts to purchase new bleachers for the gymnasium.
A total of 79 people attended the event. We were well supported by the staff of WMCI and
thank Shannon Blondeau for allowing us to use the power point projector for the event.
The Kinsmen are looking forward to running some more events to help aide WMCI. One
plan we are looking at is the possibility of bringing Escape Rooms to Gladstone.
The Kinsmen Club of Gladstone look forward to the continuation of, "Serving the
Communities Greatest Need."
Yours in Kin
Gord Patterson
President, Kinsmen Club of Gladstone
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WMCI Theatre Club:
On April 4, WMCI Theatre Club attended our fifth play called "The Humans" at the
Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre in Winnipeg. "The Humans" is about the Blake family
who has gathered at Brigid's New York duplex for Thanksgiving. Grandma’s barely
coherent. Mom’s insecure and overweight. Dad has something to hide. When secrets
gradually come to light, this wonderfully messed-up family proves to be
heartbreakingly human. This new play was a sensation on Broadway and won 4 Tony
Awards!
WMCI Choir Trip:
The WMCI Choir went to the Centennial Concert Hall in Winnipeg on April 12 to attend
Student Night at the Opera where Manitoba Opera presented "La Traviata", one of the
great love stories of opera reset to 1920’s Paris. In this classic tragedy of selfless
devotion and ultimate sacrifice, the wealthy Alfredo and the ill-fated heroine, Violetta
find true love, only to be separated by family, society and finally, death. Verdi's
original brilliant, romantic music brimmed over with memorable melodies. Once again,
we loved the experience! Prior to the opera, we went to Perkins for supper, followed
by a stop over at Polo Park where we witnessed the news-worthy gas leak that
eventually evacuated the area.
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Band Festival:
The Band portion of the Gladstone Music & Arts Festival took place on April 11th at
WMCI involving all of our Gr. 6-12 band students from Gladstone, Langruth, and
Plumas. It was a great day for our students to be able to perform and receive
feedback from adjudicator Annette Hay. The morning was set up in a workshop
format where the Beginner, Junior, and Senior Bands, as well as a recorder ensemble
performed for each other and the audience, then Mrs. Hay worked with each band
providing positive, constructive feedback. The morning then finished with the festival
competition of beginner and junior instrumental trios. The festival continued in the
afternoon with beginner and junior instrumental duets and solos, as well as violin. An
instrumental workshop took place with Mrs. Hay after school for younger students to
work on their playing skills.
Choir Festival:
The WMCI Choir took part in the choral portion of the Gladstone Music & Arts Festival
on April 18th at Gladstone Elementary School. The choir received terrific feedback
from adjudicator Margot Sim and received the highest mark in all vocal categories at
festival this year.
More updates about festival, including vocal and piano, will be reported in our next
newsletter.
Urgent Need for Festival Volunteers:
The future of our local festival is in jeopardy! Some of our volunteers
are stepping down after their many years of service. Without new
people to step up and volunteer, we will not be able to run a festival next
year. A public festival meeting will take place on May 15 at 7:00pm at
the Gladstone United Church Annex. Your attendance to the meeting
and help would be greatly appreciated!
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Celebrating Music in Manitoba Schools, May 2018
The month of May is provincially proclaimed as Music
Month. Music surrounds our daily activities from infancy
to adulthood, and contributes to our lives on personal,
social, and creative levels. While music is an important
part of the Manitoba school curriculum throughout the
year, its role in education was highlighted in May 2018
through school and community events that celebrate the
skills and accomplishments of young musicians through-
out the province.
Community Food Cupboard
Available at the Gladstone United Church, this program is set up to
provide food and support for families in need.
For more information or to make a donation, call the United Church
office at 204-385-2719.
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Student Council Update
After Spring Break, we started off April with an April Fools’ game during lunch.
Two truths and a lie was a hit with the students, and a great way to ease back
into classes. The Council met and began making plans for the following
months and then worked quickly together to plan a Jersey Day with a
barbeque. The barbeque was to raise money for the Humbolt Broncos and the
people affected by the horrific school bus accident in India. We raised close to
$2,500.00 together as a community and are thankful to everyone who donated.
In May, the Student Council has planned a “WESTERN” themed Spirit Week
from May 7th to May 11th to go along with the Scholastic Book Fair being held
at WMCI. We are also helping with the RHA Poverty Simulation that will be
hosted at WMCI on May 11th, Grade 8 Spend-a-Day and planning the Grade 12
BBQ. Not only will May be a busy month, but June will also be an exciting one
with planning Race Day activities and the Splash N’ Dash!
Student Council
Reminder:
No sunflower seeds on School Property
No Freezies and no Slushie Cups left in
lockers
Thank you!
10All-Stars
On April 14, one of our own, Justin Ejercito,
attended the Provincial Graduating All–Star game and
banquet. Justin was chosen from all basketball players
across Manitoba, from class A to class AAA, to participate in
this prestigious event held at St. Paul’s High School in
Winnipeg. Not only was Justin selected to play, he won
player of the game as well. This fantastic honor adds to his
basketball awards, which includes three Provincial
Championship All-Star selections and two Manitoba Student-
Athlete of the Week awards, to go along with his Provincial
Volleyball Championship All-Star selection.
Way to go Justin!
Submitted by Mr. Nemetchek
Mr. Nemetchek, one of our own was also nominated to coach
the provincial All-Star game on April 14th. Like Justin, Mr.
Nemetchek was chosen from coaches across Manitoba! We
are extremely fortunate to have Mr. Nemetchek as a coach at
WMCI. Thank you Mr. Nemetchek for your commitment to
WMCI basketball. You have been an integral part of the
success of our students and team!
Submitted by Mrs. Blondeau
11Girls’ Fastball
The Girls’ Fastball team has returned at WMCI!! Eleven girls have taken to the field (ok….to be
honest all practices but 1 have been in the gym!) in preparation for league play. With only 2 other
teams in our league besides ourselves, WMCI will play a home and away series against both
Carberry and Neepawa. All games are at 5:00 pm weather permitting!! Home Games will hopefully
be at the Gladstone FairGrounds but if the diamond does not dry
up in time, we may have to play on our school diamond.
Thursday, April 26 @ Carberry
Thursday, May 3 @ Gladstone (vs Neepawa)
Tuesday, May 8 @ Gladstone (vs Carberry)
Thursday, May 10 @ Neepawa
Thursday, May 17 – Semifinals (Location TBD)
Tuesday, May 22 – Zone Championship (Location TBD)
Friday/Saturday June 1&2- Provincials @ Winkler
Come on out and cheer on your Warriors!!!
Submitted by coaches: Karlie Skibo/Shannon Blondeau
The Boys’ are back! The 2018 WMCI Boys Baseball team consists of sixteen players who,
like the Girls Fastball team, have been practicing in the WMCI gym to get the season underway.
The team is excited for the season and especially excited that they will be hosting the MHSAA Boys
Baseball Provincials from May 31 – June 2 at Plumas and Neepawa diamonds. Stay tuned for the
provincial schedule!
As reigning Zone 7 Champions, the team is looking to defend their title going into the provincials, as
they compete in league play against Minnedosa/Erickson, MacGregor, Carberry, Neepawa, and
Rivers. The Plumas diamond is ready and so are the Warriors! Come on out and cheer the Boys on!
Tuesday, May 1 @ Plumas (vs Minnedosa/Erickson)
Thursday, May 3 @ Austin (vs MacGregor)
Tuesday, May 8 @ Plumas (vs Carberry)
Thursday, May 10 @ Neepawa
Monday, May 14 @ Plumas (vs Rivers)
Tuesday, May 15 @ TBD (Raindate OR Playoffs)
Thursday, May 17 @ TBD (4th at 1st; 3rd at 2nd)
Tuesday, May 22 @ TBD (Zones)
Thursday/Friday/Saturday May 31 – June 2 – Provincials @ Plumas/Neepawa
12GLAD WEST REC ACTIVITIES AT WMCI
The following are currently running at WMCI SURPLUS
and organized by the GWRC. 16/17
Get Involved! Get Active! YEARBOOKS
FOR SALE!!!
Hallway Walking -
If you missed out on ordering in the fall
Mon - Thurs 3:30 - 5 PM
there are extra copies available from
Basketball - Thursdays 5 - 8PM Mrs. Gowan for $35.00! Ask about other
copies beginning as early as 1982 for
Highland Dance—Tuesday 4-6pm
$5.00.
Contact Mrs. Blondeau at WMCI or
Zapphira Neuschwander at GWRC for more MyBlueprint
information
This is an engaging, user friendly and interactive
online education and career planning program
that some of our classes have been able to
explore and update their current information
CAREER CORNER into.
Some highlights to this program are as follows:
Looking to do some career research
Parents accounts can link to student
or hunting for that perfect job?
Check out the following sites: Goal setter
Budget-making tool
http://
Help plan courses towards graduation
www.public.careercruising.com/ca/en
(will need password) Discover and compare post secondary
opportunities
http://
Explore occupations
www.manitobacareerdevelopment.ca
/CDI/ Mobile Friendly
Please also look on the
Assignments Drive at School http://schoolweb.tdsb.on.ca/Portals/downsview/
for more information! docs/Guidance/MyBlueprint%20for%
20Parents.pdf
13Westman Thunderbolts Summer Swim Team
Being part of a summer swim team is very rewarding: It helps build confidence, promotes a healthy
lifestyle, makes children safe around water, but, most of all teaches kids the lifelong sport of swimming.
You should consider the summer swim team if:
You are interested in competitive swimming
You are exposed to water at cottages and beaches and need to be a stronger swimmer
You are not challenged at swimming lessons
You want to increase your endurance
You want to improve their strokes
The summer swim program will start with practices on Thursday nights in June at the Sportsplex pool
from 6-7:30, and when the outdoor pools open will move to Mon-Wed – Thurs 1045-1200 at the East
End Pool. You will learn all 4 competitive strokes, be introduced to starts and turns, and have the
opportunity to travel to different towns to compete with other summer swim teams. Coaches are
swimmers from the Brandon Bluefins Swim Club that have completed their Level 1 coaching
requirements and are looking forward to sharing their knowledge with new swimmers
The summer grand prix consists of five swim meets, where swimmers swim against other summer clubs,
and earn points based on their placings, at the end of the season the summer grand prix champions are
named in each category, and awards to the top team. No swimmers that are part of the winter
programs are allowed to compete in the summer swim programs.
Registration for this will take place at the Sportsplex Pool in the back-room May 14-16 from 6:00-
8:00pm
With registration you will receive a t-shirt and swim cap.
For more information please contact Barb at barbfay@westman.wave.ca
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May 2018
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Celebrations
Dinner Theatre
Grade 12
Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4
6 7 8 9 Theatre Club 10 11 12
Gr. 8 Trip Pancake Breakfast in
Music Monday! Support of “Let No
Spend-A-Day! Construction Expo One Be Alone” Week
Scholastic Book AND Poverty
Day 1 Simulation Day 3
Fair Day 5 Day 6 Day 2
13 14 15 16 17 18 19
CURE Foundation Day
*Wear Denim & Donate
Public Festival
Meeting @7pm
Day 4 Day 5 Day 6 Day 1 Day 2
20 21 22 23 24 25 26
NO SCHOOL
Victoria Day
Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Day 6
27 28 29 30 31
Boys Baseball Provs
Provincial ELA Exam (May 28 to May 31)
(Hosted @ Plumas and Neepawa May 30- June 1)
Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4
17June 2018
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1 2
Day 5
3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Band & Choir Track Provincials in Winnipeg June 7-8
Concert 7 PM
WMCI
Day 6 Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4
10 11 12 13 14 15 16
Provincial I.A. Race Day Last day for Gr. 12s
PreCalculus BBQ / Grad rehearsal
(Race Day Rain-date) 12:30 PM
Math Exam
Day 5 Day 6 Day 1 Day 2 Day 3
17 18 19 20 21 22 23
Gr. 9-11 Exams Grad 2017
Last day Exam Make-up Day
for Gr. 9-11s
Father’s Day Day 4 Day 6 Day 1 Day 2
Day 5
24 25 26 27 28 29 30
Report Card Pick-Up 27th-29th
Admin. Day
Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Day 6
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