EMHS WEEKLY RUNDOWN JUNE 1-5 

Greetings Griffin Families,  

This rainy Sunday welcomes the last full week of regular classes for the 2025/26 school year, and an important week for students to connect with teachers to ensure they are on track to finish off the school year successfully. For students close to but not quite passing a course, teachers will be extending invitations to parents letting them know of credit recovery opportunities occurring during the final exam period between June 10 and 19.  

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

EMTV – EM DAILY Weekly  

Mr. McDermott was away most of last week hosting Team CBE at Skills Canada in Toronto. EMTV kept producing however!  Please enjoy this broadcast which features Ernest Manning’s contingent at this year’s national competition.  

And speaking of Skills Canada, please join me in congratulating Manning’s very own 2026 Skills Canada National Champions: 

Chris C and Eric M - 3D Animation - BRONZE 

Monrray L - Mechanical CADD – BRONZE 

Please see all the results from Skills Canada 2026 here.  

On behalf of the EM Skills team and Team CBE, thank you for your continued support throughout the year. Thank you to our team of coaches and Skills AB Technical Committee members for your guidance, support, planning, and leadership in supporting and inspiring our students in skills trades and technology. 

P.S. Calgary in hosting the 2027 Skills National Competition. We look forward to seeing our students competing nationally, locally! 

GRAD PHOTO and HOODIE PICK UP 

Students who had photos taken during the graduation ceremony at the BMO Centre can pick them up at the front office. Grad hoodies are now available in the school. Come and get ‘em! 

BAMFIELD RESEARCH STATION INFORMATION MEETING 

All current Grade 10 and 11 students interested in a 5-day field trip to Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre (hosted by the brilliant, creative and highly-organized Ms. McIvor) November 30 - December 4^th 2026, please attend an information meeting in Room 2308 on Wednesday June 3rd. Please contact Ms. McIvor with any questions.  

EMHS AWARDS 

Each year, the Ernest Manning High School community comes together to honour and celebrate the achievements, character, and contributions of our outstanding students. This year’s Awards Ceremony will take place on Wednesday, June 3^rd from 6 to 8 pm and  highlights the diverse ways our Griffins strive for excellence academically, personally, and within our school community. 

Among our highest academic honours is the Griffin Scholar Award, presented to students with an exceptional 95% or higher overall average in their coursework at Ernest Manning. This award reflects our scholars' dedication, discipline, and pursuit of academic excellence. 

We also take great pride in recognizing students in each grade who exemplify the core values of our school through the following special awards: 

• Griffin Grit – Honouring students who demonstrate resilience, perseverance, and an unwavering commitment to personal growth. 
• Griffin Heart – Celebrating those who lead with empathy, kindness, and compassion, making our school a more inclusive and caring place. 
• Griffin Trailblazer – Recognizing students who lead with vision and courage, taking initiative to create positive change in our school and beyond. 

This evening is a celebration of who we are as a community—resilient, compassionate, driven, and united in our pursuit of excellence. 

Students and families will receive personalized email invitations to the event at the end of May. 

In addition to our formal awards, students who achieve an overall average of 80% or higher in their courses at Ernest Manning will receive an Honours Certificate in recognition of their consistent hard work and academic success. Students will receive their certificates on June 9^th after school. 

NIGHT OF THE GRIFFIN 

Monday, June 8^th - Doors open at 4:30 pm 

Student-athletes can claim their complimentary ticket to here: 
https://ticketportal.app/ernestmanninghs/buy?tiptoeoffer=ev4-nightofthee3c6ucen 

Access Code: 
The access code will be the student-athlete’s full name with no spaces. 
Example: Michaelklukas 

Students can then add their ticket to their cart and complete checkout online.  

Additional Tickets: 
Family members may purchase up to 2 additional tickets at $35 each using the student-athlete’s access code. Due to gymnasium capacity limits, tickets may become unavailable once capacity has been reached. 

Event Information 

Attire: Semi-Formal 
Doors Open: 4:30 PM 
Ceremony Begins: 5:30 PM 

Food and drinks will be available upon arrival until 5:30 PM. Please arrive early to allow time for seating and refreshments before the formal ceremony begins. 

Seating is first-come, first-served. 

If you have any issues claiming or purchasing tickets please contact our multi-talented Athletic Director, Mr. Klukas at:  miklukas@cbe.ab.ca 

Tickets must be shown upon entry to the event. Ticket sales and claims will close on June 1st. After this date, no additional tickets may be claimed or purchased. 

JUNE FINAL EXAM INFORMATION 

Students writing Diploma exams are advised to check their MyPass account to ensure they are registered for exams they wish to write. MyPass will tell them what exam they are writing, as well as the day/ time and location. If students have questions regarding Diploma Exams, they may check with their advisor in Student Services, or with Ms. Waringer.  

🟢 What to Bring 

• Valid Photo ID: Your school ID, driver's license, or passport. The supervisors must verify who you are before you sit down. 
• Approved Calculator: For math and science diplomas. Make sure it is an approved model (like standard TI-84 Plus or Casio series) and that the memory is completely cleared before you enter. 
• Pens and Pencils: Bring HB pencils for the bubble sheets (multiple-choice) and blue or black ink pens if you are writing a written response. 
• An Eraser and Sharpener: High-quality erasers save you from messy, smudged bubble sheets that scanners might misread. 
• A Clear Water Bottle: Most exam centers allow water, but the bottle usually has to be completely clear with the label peeled off. 
• Snacks in a clear bag/ container: enough food to stave off hunger pangs for up to 6 hours 

🔴 What NOT to Bring 

• Cell Phones, Smartwatches: This is the big one. Even if it's turned off in your pocket, having it on your person can result in an immediate invalidation of your exam. Leave them in your locker or the coat check-in area in the cafeteria. 
• Any Unauthorized Notes: No scrap paper, cheat sheets, or formula sheets. If the exam requires a data booklet or formula sheet, it will be provided to you. 
• Calculator Covers: You usually have to leave the plastic slide-cover for your calculator in your locker or backpack. 
• Headphones or Earbuds: No music allowed during the exam, as it's considered a potential security risk. 
• Jackets/ Hats: please leave these items in your car, locker or in coat check in the cafeteria.  

Pro Tip: Arrive at least 15 to 20 minutes before the official start time. Getting flustered because you're rushing is the easiest way to spike your test anxiety! 

Diploma Preparation Sessions 

For students writing Diploma Exams this June, our amazing teachers have set up Diploma Prep sessions for you free of charge😊If you have any questions regarding diploma preparation, please consult with your favourite teacher of that subject.  

EMMPA NEWS 

"All That Jazz" will be the Ernest Manning Jazz Band’s newest opportunity to show their talents on the legendary Ironwood Stage and Grill at 6:30 pm, Monday June 8th.  1229 9th Avenue SE. Tickets are $5 each and are limited, available through this link Ironwood Jazz Tickets. 

OFF-CAMPUS CORNER  

Summer Off-Campus 

Do you have a summer job?  Students interested in Work Experience 15-25-35 have the opportunity to earn high school credit during their summer employment (July 2 – August 6).  To participate please check the Requirements /  Expectations. 

Student’s can connect with Mr. Chambers (Off-Campus Coordinator) in Student Services during Periods 3 & 4 to sign up for the HCS 3000 one-credit pre-requisite. 

CTS/ Skilled Trades Scholarships 

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. 

EMHS ATHLETICS WEEKLY RUNDOWN  

Night of the Griffin - Monday, June 8^th - Doors open at 4:30 pm 

Student-athletes can claim their complimentary ticket to here: 
https://ticketportal.app/ernestmanninghs/buy?tiptoeoffer=ev4-nightofthee3c6ucen 

Access Code: 
The access code will be the student-athlete’s full name with no spaces. 
Example: Michaelklukas 

Students can then add their ticket to their cart and complete checkout online.  

Additional Tickets: 
Family members may purchase up to 2 additional tickets at $35 each using the student-athlete’s access code. Due to gymnasium capacity limits, tickets may become unavailable once capacity has been reached. 

Event Information 

Attire: Semi-Formal 
Doors Open: 4:30 PM 
Ceremony Begins: 5:30 PM 

Food and drinks will be available upon arrival until 5:30 PM. Please arrive early to allow time for seating and refreshments before the formal ceremony begins. 

Seating is first-come, first-served. 

If you have any issues claiming or purchasing tickets please contact -> miklukas@cbe.ab.ca 

Tickets must be shown upon entry to the event. Ticket sales and claims will close on June 1st. After this date, no additional tickets may be claimed or purchased. 

Field Hockey 

• Jr Girls Field Hockey Division 1 City Championship vs William Aberhart Monday, June 1^st 3:45 pm @ University of Calgary Hawkins Field 

Track and Field 

• Good luck to all Ernest Manning Track and Field athletes competing at the Provincial Championship on June 5th-6th @ Foothills Athletic Park. Gate admission will be in effect. 

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

Ernest Manning has partnered with Hudl to livestream sports played in our home gym and our home turf field 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  

FINAL EXAM SCHEDULE 

As a reminder, the last day of official classes is June 9. Final exams for Grade 10 students occur before June 9, during regular class time.  June 10-19, teachers prioritize opportunities for continued learning and reassessment for students. While attendance is not mandatory, teachers proactively reach out to all students to inform them of these opportunities: 

• Credit rescue; 
• Targeted support or intervention; 
• Targeted assistance with assignment completion for specific outcomes.  

Here is the final exam schedule for June 2026.  

KEY UPCOMING DATES 

June 3 – EMHS Awards Ceremony 

June 4 – High School 101 for new families to EMHS 

June 8 – Night of the Griffin Athletic Awards 

June 9 – Last day of classes Semester 2 / Grade 12 BBQ 

June 10-23 – final exam period for grades 11 and 12; continued learning and reassessment opportunities for all students  

June 25 – report cards released for parent viewing/ printing in PowerSchool 

June 26 and June 29 – teachers available for report card questions 

June 30 – official last day of 2025/26 school year 

July 2 – First Day of Summer School – online and in-person 

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