School Context

Clubs and Intramurals

Each student enterin= g A.D. Rundle Middle School has t= he opportunity to choose to be involved in numerous activities. While we believe that academics ar= e a priority for everyone, we also are committed to seeing all students develop= as well rounded individuals. Opt= ions vary from year to year, depending on student interest and available teacher sponsorship.

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Student Support services

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Counselling is avail= able to assist students with personal problems, program selection and career education. There are tw= o part time counsellors at A.D. Rundle. &nbs= p; If an appointment is required, it can be made directly through the appropriate counselor or through the office.

School Based Team

The School Based Team meets on a regular basis to r= eview the progress of students and work collaboratively with staff, parents, and community to problem solve strategies for success for student. Case conferences and Care Team mee= tings are held on an ‘as needed’ basis. These conferences involve team mem= bers, the student, parent/guardians, and other resource persons and focus on individual students. Access t= o the School Based Team can be available through the counselors or the administration.

LEARNING ASSISTANCE

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Our Lear= ning Assistance program gives support to students who need additional help in specific subj= ect areas, study/learning strategies, and organizational skills. We have a continuum of services from ‘pullout’ to ‘in class’ support. Students experiencing difficulty in a course should first request = help from their subject teacher before major problems develop. If difficulties continue, the teac= her will refer the student to the School Based Team. The SBT will then make a decision about the appropriate support services that are required.

First Nations Support

The First Nations Su= pport program includes the provision of academic support and time for homework completion. Students may also access the Successmaker program and participate in a variety of cultural activities. Some of these inc= lude mini Pow Wows, beading, leatherwork, painting, and carving. Referrals may be made to the First Nations Teacher or directly to the School Based Team.

SKILLS CLASS 7, 8, 9=

This course was developed to meet the needs of student= s who require a modified individual education plan in language, reading, and spelling. (See course description on page 6 )

NUMERACY SKILLS 7, 8= , 9

This course was developed to meet the needs of st= udents who require a modified individual education plan in mathematics. (See course description on page 10 )

YMCA

The Chilliwack YMCA meets every Monday and Wednesday at lunch providing activities that promote fitness and healthy relationships.<= /p>

School Library

Our School Library i= s open at lunch and after school. The teacher/librarian is available to provide help with research projects via t= he Internet and written text, accessing appropriate reading materials for coursework, and encouraging and aiding students to select books appropriate= to their reading level and interests.

Homework Club

The purpose of the Homework Club is to provide a place where students can do their work and receive help as needed. Sched= ules are posted around the school and it is available every lunch hour and/or af= ter school.

Y= OUTH WORKER SUPPORT

In cooperation wit C= ommunity Services, and School District #33, a youth worker is available on a part-ti= me basis at A.D. Rundle School. The youth worker works with indivi= dual students that are referred through School Based Team. Students who are experiencing atte= ndance problems, emotional, social or behavioral problems may be referred for supp= ort with our youth worker. Parent= al consent is necessary for this program.&nbs= p;

A= CADEMIC TESTING

Students that are ha= ving academic difficulties may be referred through School Based Team for special academic testing. The testing= will help teachers determine the appropriate academic program to meet the indivi= dual student’s needs. Parent= al consultation and consent is necessary before testing can occur.

STUDY HALL

2:45-3:45 everyday f= or students. This program is used as a disciplinary measure or homework suppor= t.

HEALTHY PREVENTION COORDINATOR – Sarah Louise Murray

Promotes student awa= reness of drugs and alcohol prevention.

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A.D. Rundle Middle School has a variety of awards whi= ch are presented to students for outstanding effort and achievement in a number of areas. Our major awards are presented during two assemblies. Major award winners receive trophies and certificates. Pins and certificates are awarded = to the "runners-up" for Scholarship, Service and Citizenship.=

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The follo= wing is a list of the major awards

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School Sport Teams

Clubs and Intramurals

YMCA

School Library

Homework Club

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A= CADEMIC TESTING