J.L. Ilsley High

September 20th, 2023

  • "Extra! Extra! Read all about it! Are you ready to make headlines? Come join the J.L. Student Newspaper! Meeting in Ms Winters Room 341 Wednesday, September 20th at lunch time. All are welcome
  • This week is International week of Deaf people, celebrated September 18th - 24th. The theme this year is A World Where Deaf People Everywhere Can Sign Anywhere! You can visit the International Federation of the Deaf's website for more information!
  • There will be a Prom Committee meeting on Thursday, September 21st at lunch in room 314.
  • If you're interested in joining the GSA, come out to our meeting this Wednesday, September 20th at lunch in room 314!
  • This announcement is only for the individuals who have previously met with Mr. Algee regarding participation in the regional golf tournament. These individuals are asked to meet at Goodwood Driving Range at 4 pm on Wednesday, Sept. 20. Only 4 individuals will move forward to participate in the Regional Golf Tournament on Monday, Sept. 25.
  • Attention all those interested in trying out for the JL boys' hockey team. There will be a mandatory meeting at the beginning of lunch on Thursday September 21st in Mr. Algee's room 102. That's mandatory boys' hockey meeting, at lunch, Thursday Sept 21st, in room 102.
  • Congratulations to the newest members of the Girl's JV Volleyball team. To see the team list, please see the sign outside of room 209. Practices this week are Wednesday and Friday after school. Please see ms. Gillard in room 209 if you have any questions or concerns
  • Do you want to help make Ilsley the happiest, healthiest school it can be? Join the Health Action Team! We will work together through the year to plan and carry out fun health promotion activities at school. First meeting this Thursday at lunch in the Health Suite, room 319.
  • ATTENTION EQUITY COMMITTEE MEMBERS FROM LAST YEAR: If you were on Equity Committee last year and would like to continue to participate this year, pn Monday, please come to Room 234 at lunch hour. That's Equity Committee returning student members, come to the Monday meeting at lunch hour in room 234.
  • jam club after school on thursday in music room
  • The Mi'kmaq wood of the week is "Wela'lin" (pronounced: Wah loll lynn) and it means 'Thank you".
  • On Friday, September 22, could all students of Indigenous descent please see Ms. Tish in the Makerspace area for a quick but important meeting. Wela'lin, Thank you.
  • There will be a bake sale on Friday September 22nd to support this years prom.
  • All J.L. Soccer girls, please bring any outstanding forms to Ms Winters in Room 341 prior to your next game on Friday! Thanks so much
  • Popcorn will be on sale in the cafeteria this friday at lunch to support activities in the learning center
  • This week is JL’s first spirit week. Today is PJ / Cozy day, Thursday is student teacher swap, please be kind and Friday is JL Pride day, wear your ilsley or purple gear.
  • There is a Judges Football game this Saturday September 23rd at Graves Oakley Field, beginning at 1pm. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for students and children under 10 are free.
  • Hello JUDGES! The martial arts club will meet today (Tuesday Sept. 19) AT LUNCH in room 114. The martial arts studio will be available at lunch this semester on Day D of the schedule. This will be an opportunity for open training in grappling and kickboxing. All are welcome. New members of the club will have to get parents' written permission to participate. See Mr. Hennebury for questions.
  • Library News:
  • Stop by the 3rd Floor Library Makerspace to participate in the following activities:
  • Mondays - Indigenous Beading Circle
  • Tuesdays - Maker Day
  • Wednesdays - Indigenous Drumming
  • Thursdays - Chess Club
  • Fridays - Sewing Circle
  • All students are welcome to participate in all events on these days. You do not need to sign up.
  • Meeting for all girls interested in joining the J.L. girls ice hockey team in Ms. Winters Room 341 at lunch time this Thursday, September 21st.
  • Boys Soccer Meeting at lunch today (Sept 20th) in the gym.