Important Parent Information Re: English 30-1 and 30-2 Diploma Exam Part A
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**Update From Alberta Education
I have received the following updated information about option 2, the partial exemption. The following has been confirmed by Alberta Education:
For a partial exemption, the final mark calculation will be:   

• 50% school-mark 

•  25% Part B

•  25% Partial exemption mark that is calculated based on the school-awarded mark and the mark from the January 20 Part B: Reading part of the examination. That calculation also considers these two marks relative to the marks of all other students in the province.

If the student chooses the partial exemption and would like to re-write instead, they can do so at no cost. They could only rewrite one part, if desired.
Again, if your student is considering a partial exemption they must let me know by
9:00 am January 19th.

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January Newsletter

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Last Day for Classes for Gr. 12 courses - January 19
Last Day for Classes for Gr. 10&11 courses - January 22
Helpful study tips can be found here:
Alberta Education Resources for Parents

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IMPORTANT NOTICE

JR Robson is a “Nut Aware” School.
We currently have a number of students who have severe life-threatening allergies to nuts and nut products. Please DO NOT bring nuts, peanut butter or nut products, or other foods containing these products to school. Although this may inconvenience some families, it could mean the difference between life and death for others. We appreciate your cooperation in helping to maintain the safety for all students at JR Robson.

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J.R. Robson High School is in the top percentages of high schools in rural Alberta. We offer full programming in Grades 7 to 12; enhanced by Art, Industrial Arts, Foods, French, and college courses in an advanced technology base. Academic achievement for our students is a priority – supported by a strong and successful extracurricular program. We are proud of our school, students and staff accomplishments!

J. R. Robson High School is located in the Town of Vermilion with a population of 4500 people. Our town boasts big city advantages with that small town feel. There is a complete range of consumer goods and services including all medical needs. Lakeland College is a vibrant part of our community and a partner in education with J. R. Robson High School. Recreational needs are addressed through many facilities and features – including Aquatic Centre, Recreation Centre (2 arenas + curling), Parks and challenging Golf course. City style shopping is 60 Km east in Lloydminster or 180 km. west in Edmonton. Vermilion is a safe, friendly place to live and enjoy family life.

J. R. Robson High School
5102 - 46 STREET
VERMILION, ALBERTA T9X 1G5
PHONE: (780) 853-4177
FAX: (780) 853-2920
PRINCIPAL: LINDSEY BATES
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL: DARREN GROSKY