Weekly Update Jan. 18th ~ 23rd

My apologies for being a bit late with the update.  I wanted to wait until I had some pictures from the Boys' Basketball tournament this past weekend.  

2015-2016 Boys' Basketball Team ~

The boys had a wonderful weekend and they did very well in the tournament.  On Friday they won two games and lost one.  They came in second place in their pool.  Then on Saturday they tied one game and lost one game.  They ended up finishing 5th out of twelve teams.  It was great to see how much the team had grown since the beginning of the season. All of the boys played wonderfully.  They have a great deal to be proud of.

Thanks to all the parents that drove players to the games throughout the season and to all of the parents that were such dedicated fans.  I know it means a lot to the boys to have you in the stands cheering them on.

Also, thanks to Mr. Porter for coaching the team this year.  It is a big commitment and Mr. Porter did a great job!

                                    

The Skating Rink ~

The students have been making good use of the skating rink.  They are excited for lunch recess so that they can lace up their skates and go out on the ice.  Some of the classes have also been using it during their Phys. Ed. class.  We are very fortunate to have the rink right on the school property.

Thanks again to all the parents and grandparents that have donated their time to maintain the rink.  The staff and students at the school really appreciate your efforts!

The Girls' Basketball Team's Final Tournament ~

The girls' basketball team will be playing their final tournament in Calmar this weekend.  They have also shown a great deal of growth and improvement this season.  The girls will be playing on Friday and Saturday.  All games will be played at Calmar Elementary School.

Friday, January 22nd

2:00 p.m against Willow Park

3:10 p.m. against Calmar Elem.

Saturday, January 23rd

The times for the games on Saturday will depend on how they place on Friday.  The first game could be as early as 8:30 if they come in first place in their pool or as late as 10:50 if they come in third place in their pool.

We wish the girls the best of luck in the tournament!

Parent Workshops ~

Thorsby Elementary school is hosting a workshop on Children & Adolescents with Anxiety on February 16th from 6:00 - 7:30 pm. at their school.  For more information on this workshop and how to register please go to the homepage of our website @ nhcs.blackgold.ca. There is also information regarding other workshops put on by Alberta Health Services on our website.  All workshops are free!