In recognition of the upcoming Black History Month in February, we want to share the achievements of Jully Black, known as Canada’s queen of R&B. Jully Black is a Canadian singer, songwriter, actress, and TV personality. With inspiration from her sister, and recognizing the lack of women in Canadian media, Black decided to pursue a career in music at the age of 12. She is a Juno Award-winner and was named one of the “25 Greatest Canadian Singers Ever” by CBC Music. Black has also been involved in a wide range of charitable work including performing at benefit concerts, delivering speeches, and being a vocal advocate for black and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

 Attention French Immersion 12 Students! Please be reminded that the LTF 12 Ministry Exam will be held on January 25^th & 26^th. Your exam schedules have been sent to your email and posted on the office window. Optional practice sessions will be held on January 17^th and 19^th in PLT. Don't miss this opportunity to prepare for the exam.

Are you a Grade 10 or 11 student who enjoys working with young children or who may be thinking of a career in daycare or teaching? If so, applications are now being accepted for the NEW 4-week summer Early Childhood Education Assistant Program. Learn more details by joining the Career Programs Zoom meeting at 6:30 pm on Thursday, January 19^th. Hear from the ECE program coordinator. An email was sent to your parents with the Zoom link or see your counsellor or career advisor for the details. The link is also found on the Career Programs slat board in or near the counselling centre.

Congratulations to the McMath distance runners who participated yesterday in the 8 km Steveston Icebreaker. They ran with over 700 people and they all finished under 40 minutes. The top 3 runners were Zach K. who ran 29 minutes, Ben R. who ran 31 minutes, and Max E. who ran 32 minutes. Also running for the McMath team were Ruby K., Noa S., Katie K., Wyatt E., Elliott and Arthur B., and Kiera K.. Training for High School runners continues on Saturdays at Steveston Starbucks at 9:00 am. All are welcome as we get ready for the Vancouver Sun Run. 

The McMath SPCA Animals Club is selling Krispy Kreme donuts to support animals at the Richmond SPCA shelter. Donuts are $2 for one and $12 for a dozen. Online pre-order forms are available on our Instagram @mcmathanimals and posters around the school. In person pre-orders start today on the main stairs.