Chapel Review Weekending Mar 28th

Chapel Report

Friday March 28, 2014

Chapels this week included sharing times from Grade 12 students Ashley K. and Kathleen R.  Ashley’s heart felt stories and memories of her aunt inspired the student body to love those around them, and to not take family and friends for granted.  Kathleen’s memories of life on the farm, and times with family, were also a reminder of the importance of family, and how difficult of a decision it can be for students to leave home to attend school, even when they know it is a good decision.

Ashley

Kathleen

On Thursday April 27 the ALSO Week t-shirts were distributed after a short message about the Parable of the Good Samaritan, which focused students on the purpose of the trips.  Students are preparing for their Alternative Service and Learning Opportunities trips that leave next week.  Students will traveling in different groups to Saskatoon, High River, Alabama, and Guatemala, but will all be wearing the same purple t-shirts!  

ALSO 2014

On Friday April 28, students took a break from their busy schedules and participated in a Lenten Reflection chapel.  Students sang ‘Kyrie’ interspersed with times of Lenten prayers and reflection.       

RJC's 'Have a Heart' Campaign Meets $5000 Goal!

RJC’s ‘Have a Heart’ Campaign Raises Meets $5000 Goal for Local & Global Charities!

On February 3^rd, 2014 the RJC Faith and Life committee launched their annual ‘Have a Heart’ fundraising campaign with a goal of raising $5000.  To inspire students to meet this goal the Faith and Life Committee made collecting money a friendly competition between boys and girls and established prizes for meeting targets along the way.  The team in the lead at the time would receive the following prizes:  At $1000.00 the students duct taped Karalee to the wall, at $2000 sundae bar at lunch, at $3000.00 Jake G. would wax his chest hair in chapel, at $4000.00 a study hour party, and at $5000 teacher Ryan Wood would let the Faith and Life Committee shave and style his hair, and wear it like that for a week.  The event ended on March 18 with a total of $5,521.66, and the Faith and Life Committee creatively cut and styled teacher Ryan Wood’s hair during a school assembly in the chapel!  Jake G. also had his chest waxed the week before.   

Karalee and her crew of tapers!

Preparing the first strip!

Joe with the finishing touches on Ryan's hair.

During the campaign students were encouraged to not simply ask for money, but to use their gifts, talents, and creativity in their fundraising.  Some students sold items like knitted scarves, cookie dough, and muffins while others held bake sales during coffee time at their churches.  The staff did their part and donated items for a staff auction, and the faith and life committee auctioned off their services for the day as well.  The SRC organized a ‘date with Kelsey Dueck’ as their contribution to the auction.  Each Friday of the fundraiser was a ‘dress code free day’ if students paid a toonie. 

When all was said and done, the students rose to the challenge and raised enough money to support all three of their projects.  Proceeds will go to the following groups: 1) $750.00 to the Rosthern Elementary School Breakfast Program, 2) $1,271.66 to The Paraguayan Recycled Orchestra (Performing at RJC on Tues. Feb. 6^th), and 3) $3,500.00 for The ANADESA Community Complex in Guatemala (where students will visit and work during their ALSO trip this year).

This year marked the 8^th annual Faith & Life Fundraiser, an event that has now raised over $35,000 for local and global projects.    Thank you to everyone who supported this successful event! 

RJC Update March 26-April 1

EVENTS THIS WEEK INCLUDE:

- Friday March 28 - Term End.  PowerSchool access for students and parents will be closed while report cards are prepared.

- Friday, March 28:

SPEND-A-DAY:   On Friday & Saturday we are opening our doors for youth from grades 8-11 for Spend-A-Day.  We will start on Friday with registration and lunch, and end the event on Saturday morning with a delicious brunch.  All our Spend-A-Day guests will be invited to attend FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE Coffee House,  an evening of performances by RJC students to a live audience from a variety of schools, churches and youth groups.  

FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE Coffee House, March 28, 7:30 pm:   RJC students are hosting Friday Night Live, transforming the gym into the WILD WILD WEST theme.  This is an informal event for youth and youth groups that features performances by RJC students and groups.  All youth from grades 6-12, youth groups, pastors and interested parents are welcome to attend this FREE event!

- Monday, March 31 - Semester 2, Term 2 begins.

- Tuesday, April 1, 3:15 pm - Badminton at Rosthern High School versus RHS and Valley Christian Academy.

- Friday, April 4 - Semester 2, Term 1 report cards and dorm reports will be mailed (on or before April 4).

UPCOMING EVENTS:

- A.L.S.O. (Alternative Learning and Service Opportunities) , April 2-13.  Students will be traveling to Guatemala (April 2-13), Alabama (April 3-13), High River AB and the Rosthern area (April 7-11). This year's ALSO theme is "To Participate Is To Be Fully Human". Through service learning students will be challenged to view their world from different perspectives.

- PARENT / TEACHER / DEAN  INTERVIEWS - Thursday, April 17, 1:00-6:00 pm.

- EASTER HOLIDAYS, April 18-27.  Classes are finished at noon on Thursday (April 17), with Parent Teacher Interviews following from 1:00-6:00 pm.  Dorms close by 6:00 pm (no supper served), and re-open Sunday, April 27 at 3:00 pm.  Classes resume Monday, April 28 at 8:30 am.  All students need to make arrangements to travel home or stay with family or friends during the Easter break.  If you are able to help us out by inviting one of our students to spend a portion of the holidays with your family, please let us know by calling the Deans' Office (306 232-5665) or the RJC Business Office (306 232-4222).

 

- CAMS (Canadian Association of Mennonite Schools) MUSIC FESTIVAL, May 1-4 in Calgary.  RJC Chorale will be participating in this event.

FOR YOUR INFORMATION:

RETURNING STUDENT FORMS!  If your child is planning to return to RJC for the 2014/15 school year it is time to fill out their Returning Student Form and Fee Schedule.  These two forms are available on-line.  All students who return both forms by April 2^nd will be entered into a draw to win an IPAD! (some conditions apply).

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Feel free to call the school if you have questions about any of the above items or events.

Please check the RJC website at www.rjc.sk.ca for weekly updates, choir and sports schedules, calendar of upcoming events and other school information.

Chapel Review Weekending March 21st

Chapel Report

Friday March 21, 2014

Dean of Women, Rianna Isaak, shared in chapel on Mon. Mar. 17.  Her message focused on the challenges of dealing with negative thoughts.  She encouraged students to ‘turn off the tape recorder’ in their minds concerning the lies we tell ourselves.  Through personal stories she gave examples of how this can be accomplished.  The students appreciated her thoughtful message.

On Tues. Mar. 18 the student body celebrate the completion of the winter sports season.  Basketball, hockey, and curling captains shared highlights from the season and donuts and hot chocolate was served!  Thanks to all the players, fans, coaches, and officials who helped make this a great season!

Rosthern Mennonite Church pastor Craig Neufeld joined us in chapel on Wed. Mar. 19.  He prepared students for their upcoming service week by speaking on the ALSO theme “To Participate is to be Fully Human”.  He shared stories from the life of Jean Vanier, founder of the L’Arche community that works with adults with special needs around the world.

On Thursday Mar. 20 students split into ALSO groups (Saskatoon, High River, Alabama, and Guatemala) to prepare for their service week.  Students will leave in early April for their service assignments. 

On Friday Mar. 21 Alejandra Fuentes and Hope Barilla shared their grade 12 chapels.  Their powerful testimonies of loss, love, and hope were an encouragement to all. 

 

Hope

Alejandra

RJC Update March 18-25

EVENTS THIS WEEK INCLUDE:

- Badminton tryouts and practices are happening this week.

- March 17-23 - Concert Choir, Chorale and individual students are participating at the Sask Valley Music Festival this week in Rosthern.   The RJC Choirs will sing Wednesday afternoon at St. Odilon Catholic Church, beginning at 12:45 pm.  The final concert will be Sunday, March 23, 7:00  at St. Odilon Roman Catholic Church.  

 

- Sunday, March 23, 11:00 am - RJC Chorale will participate in the Sunday morning worship service at Nutana Park Mennonite Church (1701 Ruth Street, Saskatoon).  

UPCOMING EVENTS:

- SPEND-A-DAY,  March 28.  On Friday & Saturday we are opening our doors for youth from grades 8-11 for Spend-A-Day.  We will start on Friday with registration and lunch, and end the event on Saturday morning with a delicious brunch (which the whole family is welcome to attend).  All our Spend-A-Day guests will be invited to attend FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE Coffee House,  an evening of performances by RJC students to a live audience from a variety of schools, churches and youth groups.  

If you or someone you know has a child who is interested in learning more about RJC and would like to Spend-A-Day on campus (attending classes, staying overnight in the dorms, etc), please visit the website for a registration form or more information.  Forms need to be in by March 20. You can email val@rjc.sk.ca for more information. You are welcome to attend the FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE event on March 28th even if you are not interested in attending the whole Spend-A-Day weekend.

- FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE Coffee House, March 28, 7:30 pm - On March 28th RJC students are hosting Friday Night Live, transforming the gym into the WILD WILD WEST theme.  This is an informal event for youth and youth groups that features performances by RJC students and groups.  Students are beginning to prepare their "acts" for the evening and excitement for the event is building.  It is also a very important event for showing how RJC successfully brings together a very diverse group of students and grows into a vibrant community.  All youth from grades 6-12, youth groups, pastors and interested parents are welcome to attend this FREE event!

- A.L.S.O. (Alternative Learning and Service Opportunities) , April 2-13 - RJC staff and students are busy preparing for our annual ALSO week. Students will be traveling to Guatemala (April 2-13), Alabama (April 3-13), High River AB & Rosthern area (April 7-11), to engage in service learning projects. This year's ALSO theme is "To Participate Is To Be Fully Human". Through service learning students will be challenged to view their world from different perspectives.

FOR YOUR INFORMATION:

COFFEE HOSTS REQUIRED. Positive feedback from our students and their families is so very important to us and so valuable to other parents and families considering RJC. We want to provide an opportunity for you to share your experience and that of your RJC student. One idea would be for you to host a casual "coffee evening" in your home with your friends or family - people you are in contact with that might have children who would do well at RJC. We would come with promotional material and join with you to share the story of RJC, and provide information and answer questions for your friends and family.  Please contact Valerie White if you are interested in being a coffee host at val@rjc.sk.ca or call 306-232-4222 with some dates that might work for you. 

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Feel free to call the school if you have questions about any of the above items or events.

Please check the RJC website at www.rjc.sk.ca for weekly updates, choir and sports schedules, calendar of upcoming events and other school information.

Chapel Review Weekending March 14th

Chapel Report

Friday March 14, 2014

Chapel this week began on Mon. March 10 with some personal sharing from resident dean Joel Siemens.  Joel spoke on the chapel theme ‘What is Love?’ and focused on the importance of learning to love one’s self.  Joel related some stories and personal struggles and some things he has found helpful on his journey to know and accept himself.  We also learned that Joel is an excellent singer!    

Local missionary Jason Johnson spoke in chapel on Wed. Mar. 12.  Jason is part of a Texan Baptist church who is working in the area, and he shared on the ALSO theme ‘To Participate is to be Fully Human’.  Jason’s enthusiasm and passion for sharing the scripture kept the students’ attention!

Ryan Wood explored the ALSO theme on Thursday March 13.  He outlined some root causes of poverty and encouraged students not to make quick judgments about why people are in need, but rather commit to help people. 

On Friday March 14 custodian Mel Siemens shared about his recent MDS trip to High River.  This was helpful information as the student body is preparing for their ALSO service trips on April 7-11.

RJC Update March 11-18

EVENTS THIS WEEK INCLUDE:

- Thursday, March 13, 2:30-3:30 - MADD presentation to RJC students.

- Sunday, March 16, 2:30 pm  - FESTIVAL OF CHOIRS at Third Avenue United Church (3rd Avenue N & 24th Street, Saskatoon).  RJC Chorale, Canadian Mennonite University Singers and The Station Singers of Rosthern are excited to be part of this event.  This annual event is growing each year, and enjoyed a huge audience last year with the move to Third Avenue.  Admission is free; a collection will be taken in support of both RJC and CMU.  Don't miss this event!

UPCOMING EVENTS:

- SASK VALLEY MUSIC FESTIVAL, March 17-23:  Concert Choir and Chorale will again participate in the Sask Valley Music Festival competitions next week.  The RJC Choirs (Concert Choir & Chorale) will sing Wednesday afternoon, beginning at 12:45 pm.  I have a Music Festival Program book in the office if you have a student participating and want to know what day and time they perform.  

- SPEND-A-DAY and FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE, March 28.  On Friday & Saturday we are opening our doors for youth from grades 8-11 for 

Spend-A-Day.  We will start on Friday with registration and lunch, and end the event on Saturday morning with a delicious brunch from the cooks (which the whole family is welcome to attend).  All our Spend-A-Day guests will be invited to attend FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE,  an evening of performances by RJC students and staff to a live audience of over 200 guests from a variety of schools, churches and youth groups.  If you or someone you know has a child who is interested in learning more about RJC and would like to Spend-A-Day on campus (attending classes, staying overnight in the dorms, etc), please visit the website for a registration form or more information.  Forms need to be in by March 20. You can email val@rjc.sk.ca for more information. You are more than welcome to attend the FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE event on March 28th even if you are not interested in attending the whole Spend-A-Day weekend.

FOR YOUR INFORMATION:

RETURNING STUDENT FORMS!  If your child is planning to return to RJC for the 2014/15 school year it is time to fill out their Returning Student Form and Fee Schedule.  These two forms are available on-line.  All students who return both forms by April 2^nd will be entered into a draw to win an IPAD! (some conditions apply).

COFFEE HOSTS REQUIRED. Positive feedback from our students and their families is so very important to us and so valuable to other parents and families considering RJC. We want to provide an opportunity for you to share your experience and that of your RJC student. One idea would be for you to host a casual "coffee evening" in your home with your friends or family - people you are in contact with that might have children who would do well at RJC. We would come with promotional material and join with you to share the story of RJC, and provide information and answer questions for your friends and family.  Please contact Valerie White if you are interested in being a coffee host at val@rjc.sk.ca or call 306-232-4222 with some dates that might work for you. 

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Feel free to call the school if you have questions about any of the above items or events.

Please check the RJC website at www.rjc.sk.ca for weekly updates, choir and sports schedules, calendar of upcoming events and other school information.

Chapel Review for Weekending March 7th

Chapel Report

Friday March 7, 2014

The Faith and Life Committee Coordinated an all-school Shrove Tuesday breakfast on Tuesday March 4^th.  Thank you to the kitchen staff for the delicious pancakes, sausage, and all the toppings!  The history of Shrove Tuesday and the observance of Lent were explained and some students shared what they were giving up for Lent. 

Doreen and her kitchen staff go the extra mile to make everyday special at RJC.

Enjoying breakfast.

Pancake flipping challenge!

The Have a Heart fundraising campaign continued on Wed. March 5^th with an auction sale during chapel time.  Staff donated items to sell, and SRC and Faith and Life member auctioned their services.  Over $1200 was raised for our projects!

The current balance of the "Have a Heart" student fundraiser.

The SRC auctions off a 'date' with Kelsey.

Denise and a vintage 'tie' vest.

One of a Kind' RJC' mittens made by Myrna.

Lloyd and his handcrafted side table.

On Thursday March 6^th students continued with ALSO preparation in chapel.  Students viewed part of a documentary interview with pastor Tony Campolo about materialism and consumerism and its effects on our culture and church.  The message was to think through the differences between our ‘wants’ and our ‘needs’, and to discern whether we are laying up our treasure on earth or in heaven.  

Grade 12 students Lauren Hooge and Haley Enns shared in chapel on Friday March 7, 2014.  These chapels continue to be a highlight for the student body.  

Lauren

Haley

Sam Hawkins - February 27th

The Boys Dorm Council hosted their annual all school event, Sam Hawkins on Thursday February 27th.  All the male students  spent the week prior to the event creatively asking their 'dates' out for an evening of fun.  The event had a 'jungle' theme this year.  It was a great evening of great food and fun. The evening culminated in a trip to Saskatoon for an evening of fun in the pool. 

Saskatchewan tourists lost in the Jungle!

Leopards? Jaguars?

Jungle Foliage

A collection of characters!

Around the campfire.

A delicious meal was served around campfires.  Thanks to the kitchen staff for preparing such a great feast.

The evening ended with a trip to Saskatoon to enjoy Harry Bailey swimming pool, diving pool and hot tub!

RJC Update Mar 4-11

EVENTS THIS WEEK INCLUDE:

- Thursday, March 6, 7:30 pm - Choir Concert at RMC - RJC Chorale will be guest performers at a concert at Rosthern Mennonite Church (3016 - 5th Street East), featuring the Pembina Trails Voices from Winnipeg.  This choir features three very exciting vocal groups of high school singers. They are directed by David Sawatzky and Janet Brennamen (Janet also teaches at Canadian Mennonite University.) This will be a very entertaining evening of high quality choral singing!  Tickets are $5 at the door.  Students are free!

- Friday & Saturday, March 7-8 - Girls' Basketball Regional playoffs at Langham.  

- Friday & Saturday, March 7-8 - Boys' Basketball Regional playoffs at Middle Lake.

For draws and results of the Girls' and Boys' Regional playoffs, go to:   http://www.shsaa.ca/page/show/808890-home-of-shsaa

PLEASE NOTE:  For all SHSAA playoff tournaments the SHSAA mandates that the hosting schools collect a gate admission.  If you are planning to attend these events, please be prepared to pay admission.  This money is collected, forwarded to the SHSAA and they, in turn, pay for the officials for these events.  Thank you for your cooperation.

- Saturday, March 8, 4:30 pm - Generation-Next Glow Bowling.  This event, cancelled last week because of extremely cold temperatures, is re-scheduled for this Saturday.  Please contact Val (val@rjc.sk.ca) if you have a younger child who is interested in attending.

UPCOMING EVENTS:

- FESTIVAL OF CHOIRS, March 16, 2:30 pm:   RJC Chorale is excited to be part of the Festival of Choirs event at Third Avenue United Church, Saskatoon on Sunday, March 16.  Joining Chorale are the Canadian Mennonite University Singers and The Station Singers of Rosthern. This annual event with CMU is growing each year, and enjoyed a huge audience last year with the move to Third Avenue.  Admission is free; a collection will be taken in support of both RJC and CMU. Don't miss this event!

- SASK VALLEY MUSIC FESTIVAL, March 17-23:  Concert Choir and Chorale will again participate in the Sask Valley Music Festival competitions this March.  The RJC Choirs (Concert Choir & Chorale) will sing Wednesday afternoon, beginning at 12:45 pm.  I have a Music Festival Program book in the office if you have a student participating and want to know what day and time they perform.  

- SPEND-A-DAY and FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE, March 28.  On Friday & Saturday we are opening our doors for youth from grades 8-11 for 

Spend-A-Day.  We will start on Friday with registration and lunch, and end the event on Saturday morning with a delicious brunch from the cooks (which the whole family is welcome to attend).  All our Spend-A-Day guests will be invited to attend FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE,  an evening of performances by RJC students and staff to a live audience of over 200 guests from a variety of schools, churches and youth groups.  If you or someone you know has a child who is interested in learning more about RJC and would like to Spend-A-Day on campus (attending classes, staying overnight in the dorms, etc), please visit the website for a registration form or more information.  Forms need to be in by March 20. You can email val@rjc.sk.ca for more information. You are more than welcome to attend the FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE event on March 28th even if you are not interested in attending the whole Spend-A-Day weekend.

FOR YOUR INFORMATION:

COFFEE HOSTS REQUIRED. Positive feedback from our students and their families is so very important to us and so valuable to other parents and families considering RJC. We want to provide an opportunity for you to share your experience and that of your RJC student. One idea would be for you to host a casual "coffee evening" in your home with your friends or family - people you are in contact with that might have children who would do well at RJC. We would come with promotional material and join with you to share the story of RJC, and provide information and answer questions for your friends and family.  Please contact Valerie White if you are interested in being a coffee host at val@rjc.sk.ca or call 306-232-4222 with some dates that might work for you. 

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Feel free to call the school if you have questions about any of the above items or events.

Please check the RJC website at www.rjc.sk.ca for weekly updates, choir and sports schedules, calendar of upcoming events and other school information.