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Thursday, December 23, 2021

High School Students of the Week

There are two high school students selected for Student of the Week, since they were both nominated by two different teachers.

Grade 9 student Abby Sturgeon was nominated by Mr. C. Norton and Ms. C. Underhill. Mr. Norton nominated Abby for her "strong performance in Math 10 and Science 10" and her "overall great attitude toward school." Ms. C. Underhill said, "Abby is an amazing student with an exceptional work ethic. She is a pleasure to teach."

Grade 9 student Jaclyn Gilchrist was nominated by Mrs. S. Stewart and Mrs. A. Moody. Mrs. Stewart said, "Jaclyn is a hard worker who is always kind to her classmates." Mrs. Moody said, "she is a dedicated student who puts forth an excellent effort each day. She is thoughtful towards her classmates and does not hesitate to help out in any way."

The other students nominated this week are Devon Edwards, Tessa Munn and Amber Hambrook.

Congratulations to Abby and Jaclyn and all the other nominees.

Tuesday, December 21, 2021

Senior Boys Hockey Team

Name: Hudson Underhill "C"
Nickname: Huddy
Number: 14
Position: Left Wing
Height: 5'11
Weight: 180lbs
Favourite Brand: Bauer
Favourite Player: Auston Matthews

Name: Spencer Mullin "A"
Nickname: Boomer
Number: 21
Position: Defence
Height: 5'11
Weight: 155lbs
Favourite Brand: Bauer
Favourite Player: Jaxon Jardine

Name: Camden Curtis "A"
Nickname: Cammy
Number: 9
Position: Center
Height: 6'0
Weight: 210lbs
Favourite Brand: Bauer
Favourite Player: Cole Caufield

Friday, December 17, 2021

Elementary Christmas Concert

 

Click here to see photos. 

Video and photos by Amber Hallihan, Layla Hallihan and Amber Walls

Thursday, December 16, 2021

High School Student of the Week

Grade 9 student Ana Garcia is the High School Student of the Week. 

She was nominated by Mr. Hallihan. 

Mr. Hallihan said, "This is Ana's last week at BHS as she is heading back to Spain. Over the last 4 months, she was active in the school by watching girls soccer, enjoying boys hockey and playing basketball with the senior girls. Best wishes to Ana with her future endeavours and be sure to stay in touch with your friends from BHS. "

The other students nominated are Scarlette Courtnage, Riley Gerrish and Layton Jardine.

Congratulations to Ana and the other nominees.

Photo by Jaiden Betts

Tuesday, December 14, 2021

Students Participate in Hour of Code

Grade 3 students participating in the Hour of Code
Many students at Blackville School participated in the Hour of Code last week. 

The Hour of Code is a global movement reaching tens of millions of students in 180+ countries. This year it was held from December 6-12.

The event is annually to promote coding and programming during Computer Science Week. Through different online tutorials students are introduced to the basics of coding.

For more information, you can visit the Hour of Code website, by clicking here.

Friday, December 10, 2021

Thursday, December 9, 2021

High School Student of the Week

Grade 10 student Andrew Walls is the High School Student of the Week. Andrew was nominated by Mr. Norton.

Mr. Norton said, "Andrew puts a good effort in math and science."

The other students nominated are Jaiden Betts, Kohen Coughlan, Jordyn Curtis and Brody Underhill.

Congratulations to Andrew and the other nominees.

Viewpoint: An International Perspective

 

This week the international students at Blackville School share their thoughts on their experiences living in Canada and attending Blackville School.

Wednesday, December 8, 2021

Class of the Month

The Class of the Month for November was Mrs. Sobey's grade 2 class. 

The students were recognized for their kindness and good manners. 



Photo by Emily Hallihan

Thursday, December 2, 2021

High School Student of the Week

Grade 12 student Jorja Donovan is the High School Student of the Week. Jorja was nominated by Mr. Carter.

Mr. Carter said, "Jorja provides a consistently solid work ethic in Journalism 120 and is very engaged in her job assignment as co-yearbook editor."

The other students nominated are Rudy Colford, Ayesha Colford, Brandon Hernandez, Fernanda Di Lorio Bellarosa, Ryan Moody and Brayden Duffy.

Congratulations to Jorja and the other nominees.

Wednesday, December 1, 2021

Content Boys: Senior Boys Soccer Season Recap

 

The Content Boys discuss the high school senior boys soccer season at Blackville School.