Ernest Manning Weekly Rundown
Oct 06 - Oct 10
Greetings Griffin Families!
We are in the process of confirming term end dates, report card timelines, and parent-teacher interviews, as well as athletics and cultural events to name a few important items. We will continue to roll out updates as we receive them so you have the most current accurate information.
As a complement to the detailed information found on the EMHS website, we present the weekly rundown.
EMTV WEEKLY RUNDOWN
Our Broadcast Journalism students are working hard this week as they restart EM Daily broadcasts. Please look forward to our next installment of the EMTV Weekly Rundown on Friday, November 7.
SCHOOL COUNCIL CONNECTIONS
School Council/ Parent Advisory Committee AGM November 19
We look forward to the next School Council meeting, our annual AGM, on Wednesday, November 19 at 6 pm, both virtually and in-person. Mark your calendars and sign up here to attend. Please see agenda items here.
SCHOOL PHOTO RETAKES THIS WEDNESDAY
Photo retakes for anyone who missed the August dates, or for anyone who would like to have their photo retaken, this Wednesday is the day. For all photo ordering information, please consult this flyer.
CULINARY ARTS MENU
Monday | EMHS Poutine – Fries, Cheese Curds, Vegan Gravy
Tuesday | Breakfast for Lunch – Pancakes, Sausage, Scrambled Eggs, Tater tots
Wednesday | Cheeseburger & Fries
Thursday | Butter Chicken, Basmati Rice, Garlic Naan
JANUARY DIPLOMA EXAMS UPDATE
To ensure students and teachers can concentrate on learning after lost instructional time due to the teacher strike, Alberta’s government has cancelled the January 2026 diploma examinations and Grade 9 Provincial Achievement Tests (PATs). Students will be automatically exempted.
Students who choose not to write at a later date will receive their school-awarded mark as their final official course mark. A notation will be added to transcripts confirming that no diploma exam was written. This ensures there is no impact on students’ ability to graduate or transition into post-secondary programs.
Students may choose to write January diploma exams in April or June 2026. For those choosing to write the January diploma exam, a QR code will be posted on the screens around the building. For questions related to diploma exams, students can see AP Ms. Waringer.
LANGUAGE COURSE CHALLENGE UPDATES
For students registered to complete a Fall Language Course Challenge, the new dates are as follows: November 29 is Part 1 and December 13 is Part 2.
For questions related to language courses and programs, please contact Ms. Clemente our LL for Languages.
OFF-CAMPUS CORNER
EMHS students can find success through various off-campus programs, courses, and industry exposure. Here are just some of the opportunities open to our students:
- Exploratory Programs each semester and in Summer with Industry Professionals
- More CTS courses offered through the CT Centre
- Dual credit programs with post-secondary universities and colleges
- Apprenticeships
- Work Experience credits for existing employment
Unique Pathways Information Session
Please join us for a night of exploration and connection at our biannual Unique Pathways Information Night!
The goal of this event is for students and parents to meet program partners and learn details about the courses and programs Unique Pathways offers for the upcoming Spring 2026 semester, however, Summer and Fall programs will be represented as well for those that want to plan ahead!
Program partners will have tables/booths set up, allowing students to ask questions to industry experts, speak to post-secondary representatives, see course outlines and materials to discover opportunities that develop career paths and interests.
Unique Pathways Information Night
- Wednesday, November 5, 2025
- 5:30 – 7:30 PM
- Career and Technology Centre at Lord Shaughnessy High School (2336 - 53 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T3E 1L2)
- Register here
Registration is not required, however, it is helpful for our team in ensuring we have proper representation for programs of interest to students and families.
New at this event will be brief sit-down information sessions for students and parents to gain a better understanding of Unique Pathways and Off-campus Education and be able to ask questions from our team! This is a general information session - specific program details will not be shared at these sessions. The session will be repeated multiple times over the event - times will be posted at the entry.
For more information and Application Forms for the Dual-Credit and Exploratory programs offered by the Unique Pathways team please visit the Unique Pathways Website. The application deadline for both the Dual-Credit and Exploratory programs for the second semester is November 14th. Completed applications need to be submitted to Mr. Chambers. If you have any questions or concerns, students can drop into Student Services during Periods 3 and 4 to see Mr. Chambers or email mjchambers@cbe.ab.ca
Work Experience
For students who have a job and are interested in earning high school credits for work experience please see Mr. Chambers during Periods 3 and 4 in Student Services or email mjchambers@cbe.ab.ca to find out more.
For any questions regarding Off-Campus opportunities, please connect with our Off-Campus coordinator, Mr. Mark Chambers.
GRADUATION UPDATES
We look forward to our graduation ceremony and banquet on Monday, May 11 this year. The graduation committee does a lot of hard work fundraising to defray costs associated with graduation.
Our Grad Winter Plants Fundraiser is underway!
- Poinsettias, wreaths, outdoor planters, etc
- Orders are due by Nov 18
- Orders can be picked up on Dec 4 at EMHS
- Please visit: CBE - Ernest Manning
- Thank you for your support!!
For information on this fantastic fundraiser, please reach out to Ms. Tse.
EMMPA NEWS
The Ernest Manning Music Westjet Gift of Flight Raffle has been extended to December 12, 2025 and the draw will take place at the Annual Winter Concert, all information is available on the purchase link https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/emhsmusic Please contact Viviana at emmpaassistant@gmail.com if you have any questions.
CLUB INFO
Clubs will resume as soon as students and staff sponsors are able to coordinate. For lists of students signed up for particular clubs, student organizers can come see Ms. Waringer.
EMHS SPEED MENTORING DAY NEEDS YOU – COME MENTOR OUR YOUTH!
We are looking forward to our EMHS Speed Mentoring Day on March 19 2026, a day during which students can explore career interests with mentors working in the field. No preparation is necessary on the part of mentors – just your wisdom and experience.
If you or anyone you know is interested in this opportunity to mentor students about potential jobs and careers, please fill out this form.
EMHS ATHLETICS UPDATE
Ernest Manning Athletics will resume this week!
Fall sports will continue with modified schedules, which may look different for each team. More information will be shared on our @EMHS.Athletics social media accounts and in next week’s Rundown as details become available.
Senior Football
- Opponent: Bishop Carroll
- Date: Friday, November 7th
- Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Ernest Manning (subject to change – please follow our Instagram for updates)
Girls Soccer
- Event: Quarterfinal
- Date: Thursday, November 6th
- Opponent: Dr. E.P. Scarlett
- Location: Dr. E.P. Scarlett High School
- Time: TBD
Volleyball & Junior Football
- All teams will return to competition following Fall Break.
Cross Country
- Provincials have been moved to the spring season.
Winter Sports
- Swimming - Practices will begin Wednesday at 7:00 AM at Killarney Pool.
- Wrestling – The first tryout will be held Thursday, November 6th. Please bring the attached annual tryout authorization form.
- Basketball – Tryouts will begin on Monday, November 17th, with more information to follow.
As we continue to receive updates, we’ll pass them along through the rundown and our social media. We’re excited to see our student-athletes back in action!
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
For any questions regarding Athletics, please contact Mr. Klukas our Athletic Director.
KEY UPCOMING DATES
As families continue to develop their fall calendars, please be aware of the following upcoming dates and events which include:
Wednesday November 5 | Unique Pathways Information Night
Wednesday November 5 | Photo retakes
November 8-12 | Fall break
Friday November 28 | Non-instructional day – no school for students
As always, if you have any questions or concerns regarding the Weekly Rundown, please contact the main office. Have a great week!