Ernest Manning Weekly Rundown

Apr. 21 - Apr. 25

Greetings Griffin Families, 

As the weather becomes gradually warmer, students are beginning to ride bikes to school in greater numbers. We would like to encourage everyone to keep their bikes secure. For information on bicycle safety, please consult this article from Bike Calgary.

 As a complement to all of the detailed information available on the Ernest Manning High School website, here is this week’s rundown.   

EMTV Weekly Rundown

https://vimeo.com/1076406286/66c146faa4?share=copy

Ernest Manning official social media accounts are also online!

Instagram, X and Threads: emhs_cbe

Summer School Registration

Did you know that Ernest Manning is a Summer School site? Your child can take one course during the month of July, either online or in-person.  If you would like to upgrade, or get a semester ahead on a core course, consider registering for summer school using this form. If you have any questions about summer school, please reach out to your child’s student advisor.

Student Police Academy

On Wednesday, May 14, grades 11 and 12 students interested in policing will learn hands-on the role of a police officer. More information can be found on the application form. Forms can be emailed directly to studentpoliceacademy@calgarypolice.ca. The deadline for application in Monday, April 21.

AP Exam Schedule and Information
Week 1:May 5-9

Week 2: May 12-16

Week 3: May 19-23

Week 4: May 26-30

To Bring:

• Photo ID (School or drivers' license)
• Pens with blue or black ink
• HB pencils
• Eraser
• Approved calculator
• Regular watch (not smart watch)

Ernest Manning Students Taking Diploma Courses Elsewhere

If your child is currently taking a Diploma Course at another institution, please indicate his/her June Diploma Exam writing location preference by filling out this form. We will  register students wishing to take diplomas at Ernest Manning. If students are re-taking a diploma course, we will connect with students to pay the rewrite fee.

Grad 2025 Updates

Please purchase your banquet tickets before Tuesday April 22 at 5 pm as they will no longer be on sale after that day/ time - no exceptions. 

The Spring Flower Grad Fundraiser is happening now!  We have planters, hangers, flowers, veggies, etc available for sale.  Orders need to be in by April 23.  Pick up will be at EMHS afterschool on May 8.

Link to the fundraiser is: https://cbeernestmanning.growingsmilesfundraising.com/home

Be sure to continue to reference the School Website for important Updates Regarding Graduation: https://ernestmanning.cbe.ab.ca/graduation

Visual and Performing Arts Performing Arts Night

Event Details: Date: April 23, 2025 

Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM 

Location: Ernest Manning High School

Leadership in the Arts students invite the entire Ernest Manning community to their upcoming Visual and Performing Arts Night Celebration. This event will showcase the Visual and Performing Arts students' hard work and dedication to the arts and creative process. Students have prepared a variety of art pieces, films, performances, and songs that beautifully showcase the excellence of our fine arts program. We also welcome you to participate in our silent auction and cheque-writing campaign. Your support will directly impact the Visual and Performing Arts Night.

We look forward to celebrating with you!

EMHS ATHLETICS

Field Hockey

• Sr. Girls Field Hockey vs. Centennial Tuesday, April 22 5:00 pm @ Calgary Soccer Centre #3
• Jr. Girls Field Hockey vs. Western Wednesday, April 23 5:00 pm @ University of Calgary

Badminton

• Congratulations to our badminton team on a fantastic season, and good luck to all our athletes competing at zones!

Soccer

• Jr. Boys Soccer vs. Western Thursday, April 24 4:30 pm @ Ernest Manning

Rugby

• Girls Rugby vs Diefenbaker Wednesday, April 23 4:45 pm @ Ernest Manning
• Sr. Boys Rugby vs Henry Wisewood Thursday, April 24 6:00 pm @ Henry Wisewood 

Please follow our Athletics Instagram account, @EMHS.Athletics, for the latest updates on our teams!

Ernest Manning has partnered with Hudl to livestream sports played in our home gym directly to our very own Hudl x Ernest Manning fan website. On this site, you can find team schedules, highlights, and more information about our teams currently connected with Hudl.

Here is the link to the website: https://fan.hudl.com/can/ab/calgary/organization/22902/ernest-manning-high-school. 

Go Griffins!

OFF-CAMPUS EDUCATION

Did you know? 

All CBE students may choose to attend the Career & Technology Centre (CTC) for part of the day, regardless of which high school they attend. The CTC provides continuous access to academic, industry-standard programs, certificated journeyperson instructors, facilities and equipment for students seeking credentials in skilled occupations. As part of their high school timetable, students may choose to access introductory, intermediate, and advanced or credential level programs.

If you're interested in taking two classes at the CT Centre (located beside Central Memorial High School) next year, please see your Student Advisor as soon as possible.

Follow this link in order to explore the available courses—make sure to check it out!

Important: Students are responsible for arranging their own transportation to and from the CT Centre.

If you have any questions regarding the CT Centre and pathway options, please connect with your student advisor (alphabetical by last name). 

www.educationmatters.ca currently has many scholarships available for CTS/ Skilled Trades opportunities. Please take a look at these opportunities if interested. In addition, many scholarships with deadlines fast approaching are available here: https://studentscholarships.org/canada

Looking Ahead

April 21 – System Professional Development -no school for students

May 14 – Grade 12 Graduation ceremony (am) and banquet (pm)

May 16 – Professional Development Day – no school for students

May 19 – Victoria Day – no school

 As always, if you have any questions regarding the EMHS Weekly Rundown, please contact the main office.