Wednesday Warrior - Jan 28
Principal's Message
Dear HWW Students, Families and Community Members,
You have heard from me quite a bit lately so I’ll give just a short update today. We are so grateful for you, our Warrior Families. Thank you for all your messages of support and feedback. Supports continue to be available at the school for our Warrior students, please reach out to the Guidance team to connect.
We are working alongside students and staff to complete Semester 1 strong. Classes end on Friday. Our Specialized Classes and LEAD also finish classes on Friday.
Please see our previous newsletters for credit recovery information for Monday and Tuesday.
At this time, students are not able to see their PowerSchool marks, report cards are visible as of February 2.
Wednesday, January 28 we will begin our Semester 2 timetable.
With gratitude,
Aileen Smyth
Principal
HWW Updates
CBE Second Languages Challenge Exam
Are you fluent in a language other than English? If so, you can register to write the CBE Language Challenge exam this spring. Please come to an information meeting where we will review the process.
When: February 10 at lunch
Where: Room 116
Yoga Club—starting semester 2
Need a break from the stress of school? Join Yoga Club every Thursday at lunch in the yoga studio (room 135). Open to
everyone, no experience needed—just good music, relaxed movement, and a calm space to unwind and hang out. Come as you are and take a breath.
Graduation Information
Graduation Information can be found on the website.
NEW—Banquet Speaker Application
NEW—Valedictorian Information Sheet
SECOND SEMESTER COURSES
As second semester approaches, students are reviewing plans for approaching courses. In thinking about this, it is critical students are considering:
· courses required to meet graduation requirements
· course recommendations to meet with best success in next courses
· program balance to ensure conditions for optimal success
If students find they need to make adjustments to second semester courses, links to a course change form as well as a form to request online courses has been emailed to all student CBE emails. Alternatively, QR codes for these forms are posted in the main office.
We cannot make changes to adjust classes to desired periods or teachers.
SEMESTER 2 IN-PERSON COURSE CHANGE REQUESTS
Please use the following link to request changes to your semester 2 course schedule.
There are important points and guidelines that you must be aware of:
1- Due to space constraints, grade 10 students cannot make changes to options courses.
2- Changes will not be made based on switching to a specific teacher (or switching out of a specific teacher's) class.
3- Teaching assignments often change, the teacher listed on your timetable may not be the teacher when the class begins on January 28.
4- If you are requesting a course that goes against Course Recommendations, you will need to initiate and complete the Course Sequence Change form process before we will make changes in PowerSchool. We want to program you for success and help build skills
5- Courses cannot be moved to different periods because of other commitments unless these have already been discussed with your counsellor or Assistant Principal. Students are expected to be available for classes during the times they are scheduled and for all periods of the 4 period school day.
6- This form will ensure that counsellors receive and address every student's request. Only one request is necessary. Once you have submitted you will not be able to change it, or submit again. Be thorough and thoughtful with your explanation of requests. Counsellors will only contact you if there are questions regarding your schedule. Please be patient and check PowerSchool often for changes to your schedule. If the change you have requested is not made before February it means your counsellor has looked and it is not possible due to your schedule, class capacities, balancing class sizes, etc. Go to the class on your schedule.
8- If your counsellor needs to see you in person to discuss timetable concerns, a course named "See Counsellor" will be added to your schedule.
In-person course change requests can be submitted through the following link: 2025-2026 Semester 2 Course Change Request Form – Fill out form
Henry Wise Wood Casino Volunteers Needed!
April 1st & 2nd, 2026 @ Cowboys Casino
Please sign up at:
https://signupschedule.com/hwwcasino
or email
How does this benefit my student at Henry Wise Wood?
On average, Casino funding contributes $80,000 every two years. This is the most important fundraising activity we do as a school. It pays for:
Elder Guest Speakers Photography Equipment Math Equipment
English/ ELL/ Lead Books Drama Lights & Sound System Sports Equipment
Science Lab Materials Construction Equipment Sewing Machines
Fitness Equipment Robotics and much more!
It’s actually a lot of fun and you get to meet others in your school community and make new connections. Each volunteer shift brings in approximately $2,200 for our school.
Don’t worry if you’ve never done it before, you’ll get all the training you need.
You also get a free meal during your shift.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “working a casino” mean?
All casinos in Alberta require volunteers for them to run. Some of the roles are:
· Take chips to game tables when they need to be re-filled.
· Pay out customers who want to cash in the chips they have been using.
· Count the money the game tables have brought in during the day.
All jobs are computerized and there is a paid supervisor to walk everyone through the process.
Daytime, evening, and late-night shifts available.
Who can work in the casino count room?
Anyone who is 18 years of age and over, who does not have a criminal conviction and has not excluded themselves from entering a casino. You do not need a police clearance.
Volunteers can be grandparents, uncles, aunts, friends and adult siblings. No experience necessary.
How do we get there?
Cowboys Casino is at 421 12 Ave SE. There is free parking on site. Carpooling or taxi fare can be arranged. Email HWWcasino@gmail.com
Yearbook Orders
Capture all the memories of the 2025–26 school year with our official yearbook! Pre-order now for only $50. Go to this website to get your book or follow the QR code:
https://ybstore.friesens.com/757869
Secure your copy today and give your student a keepsake they’ll treasure for years to come!
Lifetouch Photo Orders
📸 Lifetouch – Fall Photo Ordering
Thank you for allowing us to capture your child’s school photo this year!
👉 It's not too late to order your fall photos at mylifetouch.ca using your child’s Student ID number
(found in your student’s online profile, e.g. PowerSchool)
🖥 How to Order Online
1️⃣ Go to mylifetouch.ca
2️⃣ Log in to your account or continue as a guest
3️⃣ Select “Student ID”
4️⃣ Enter your school’s name, province, and postal code
5️⃣ Click the blue “Continue” button
6️⃣ Enter your child’s:
· Full name
· Student ID number
· Your relationship to the student 7️⃣ Click “Find Student” 8️⃣ When the photo appears, click “Yes, this is my student” 9️⃣ Choose from available photo package options 🔟 Complete your order online
📞 Need Help?
Lifetouch Customer Care Line: 1-866-457-8212
✨ Quick, easy, and secure ordering – your child’s school memories, delivered to you!