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2014- 2015 Calendar & Parent Handbook

To this end, the School strives to maintain a financially stable institution that provides:

• arigorousandcomprehensivecurriculumthatintegratesinformationtechnology • aculturethatcelebrateseffortandsuccess • aboardingcommunitywhereteachersandstudentsliveandworktogetherinanatmosphereof mutualtrustandrespect • opportunitiesforparticipationinmusic,fineartsanddrama • opportunitiesforphysicalactivityonadailybasisincompetitiveandnon-competitiveenvironments • opportunitiesforthedevelopmentofleadershipskills,team-buildingskills,self discipline,selfrespectandasenseofresponsibility,withinandbeyondtheschoolcommunity • opportunitiesthatpromoteanappreciationforculturaldiversity,traditionanda greaterunderstandingoftheglobalcommunity • spiritualsupportandpastoralcare

To this end, each student will

• striveforindividualexcellence:academically,artistically,athletically,socially,andspiritually • demonstraterespectfortheirsurroundingsandenvironment • knowandmaintainthestandardsoftheschool • treateveryonewithrespectanddignity • developanenduringsenseofresponsiblecitizenship • leaveRNSabetterschoolandcontinuetobeactiveinschoolaffairs

The2014RNSPrizeWinners

Rothesay Netherwood School is a universitypreparatory school dedicated to the education of students in a safe, caring, Atlantic Canadian community that fosters an international perspective and the development of character,

courage, creativity, and a passion for learning.

Our Mission

RothesayNetherwoodSchoolholdsanumberofschoolgatheringseachyear.Alumni,parentsandgrandparentsareallinvitedtoattend.Formoreinformation,visittheonlinecalendaratwww.rns.cc .

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LaptopOrientationKirkHouse•6pm

(Above:ThegraduatingHeadPrefectscongratulatethe2014-2015HeadPrefects.)

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Keepuptodatewitheventsattheschoolbyvisitingtheonlineschoolcalendaratwww.rns.cc.September 2014


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LabourDay

Gr.6Orientation10am-12pm

Gr.12sreturnby4pm

Gr.12BBQforstudentsandparents• 5pm, Head's House

SeniorSchoolPlayAuditions•6-8pm

SeniorSchoolPlayAuditions•6-8pm

Gr.12TOKDay

RoundSquareDay

Gr.12LeadershipCamp 138th Opening of SchoolFamilyBBQ•4-6pmPatioofHeritageHall

OpeningChapel•7pmOurLadyofPerpetualHelpChurch,GondolaPointRoad,Rothesay

FirstDayofClassesChapel8:15am

InterhouseChallenge•2-4pmInterhouseChallenge•2-4pm

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New River BeachAllstudents.BusdepartsRNS9am.Returnsby4pm.StudentsdressinHousecolours.

SchoolBonfire•9pm

HeadPrefectSocialandDance

RoshHashanah

TerryFoxRun•1pmEntire school participates

RSInternationalConferenceIndiabegins(Sept 28 - Oct 4)

StudentPhotoDay•9am

TOKSeminar•6pmThéâtreSusanB.Ganong

IBInformationNightGrade11students&parents7pm•ThéâtreSusanB.Ganong

SchoolGroupPhoto•8:30am

ACISSupertournamentHostedbyRNS

ACISSupertournamentHostedbyRNS

TOEFLTest@RNS

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BLUE & GREEN DAY ON THE HILLFor Alumni, Family, & Friends!

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Interested in volunteering at RNS?Theschoolhasmanyopportunitiesforparents,grandparentsandalumnitovolunteertheirtime.GivetheSchoolOfficeacallat847-8224andletusknow.All assistance is truly appreciated!

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ThanksgivingBreakendsBoardersreturn5-9pm

Halloween

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RNSCommunityDinner Allstudentsattend•6pm

RNSTorontoTripbegins SATTest@RNS

ClassesresumeChapel8:15am

GradPhotoDay•9am#1 Dress - Gr. 12s only

PSATTest•Gr.10&11

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ACTTest@RNS

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Chapel9:15am

RoundSquareDay&MulticulturalNight

ParentTeacherInterviews•12-5pm

RNS Grandparents' DayCall the School Office for more information

PhotoRetakeDay

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JoinusforaneveningatthetheatreasRNSstudentspresentthisyear’sannualSeniorSchoolPlayfromNovember20-22intheThéâtreSusanB.Ganong.Ticketsareavailableatthedoor,orbycallingtheSchoolOfficeat847-8224.

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RemembranceDay

ParentTeacherInterviews2-5pm

Mid-TermBreak•4pm

SATTest@RNS

Mid-TermBreakendsBoardersreturn5-9pm

SeniorSchoolMusical Leadsauditions•2-5pm

Remembrance Day Service•8:15am

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CumulativeReport#1postedby6pm

SeniorSchoolMusical Ensembleauditions•6-8pm


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RNSGovernors'DayandAGM•9am

Harvest Moon Dinner & Auction•6pmHeritageHall

Senior School PlayThéâtreSusanB.Ganong7:30pm Senior School Play

ThéâtreSusanB.Ganong7:30pm

Chapel9:15am

Senior School PlayThéâtreSusanB.Ganong7:30pm

MiddleSchoolArtsNight•7pmThéâtreSusanB.Ganong

RoundSquareDay

SeniorSchoolMusical Ensembleauditions•6-8pm

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(Above:Studentswalktochapelthroughtheautumnleaves.)

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Toreceiveataxreceiptforyour2014donationtoRNS,yourgiftmustbereceivedorbepostmarkednolaterthanDecember31,2014.Youcanmakeyourdonationviatelephone,mail,oronlinebycreditcard.ContacttheDevelopment&[email protected] you for your support!

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Christmas Dinner • 6pmEntire school attends

Head’sRoundsBoardingHouses

Last day to make a

donation to RNS for 2014.

See above to learn how.

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Chapel•2:30pmBreakbeginsfollowingChapel

Travel Day

Have a safe and happy holiday season!

HumanRightsDay

Carol Service & DinnerAllfamilieswelcomeDinner:HeritageHall•5:45pm

Carol Service: 7:30pm #1 Dress•OurLadyofPerpetualHelpChurch,GondolaPointRoad,Rothesay

CarolServiceRehearsalMemorialChapel•3:30pm


Chapel9:15am

RoundSquareDay SATTest@SaintJohnHigh

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TakeinahockeyorbasketballgameandhelpcheerontheRNSRiverhawks!Forthenexthomegameoronethatisclosesttoyou,checkouttheRNSonlinecalendaratwww.rns.cc.January 2015


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Christmas Break endsBoarders return 5-9pm

NewYear’sDay


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RNSLongWeekendTripbegins

Gr.8DisneyTripbegins

Gr. 10 & 11 CourseSelection Workshop •7pm(For students enteringGr. 10 & 11. Recommended for parents.)ThéâtreSusanB.Ganong

SchoolDance

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Studentsinallgradesworksidebysidededicatingmanyhoursrehearsingfortheschoolmusicalsandplayeachschoolyear.Thisyear'smusicalrunsFebruary19-21at7:30pmintheThéâtreSusanB.Ganong.Ticketsareavailableatthedoor,orbycallingtheSchoolOfficeat(506)847-8224.


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AmericanMathCompetition(Gr.10&11)

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HeritageDay

Important Parent Deadline:Alltuitiondepositsandre-enrolmentformsforSeptember2015due.

MiddleSchoolMusical Auditions•4-6pm

InterhouseChallenge

Head’sRoundsBoardingHouses

Head’sRoundsDayStudents&MiddleSchool

Chapel2:30pm•MarchBreakbeginsfollowingChapel

Gr.6&7Cross-CountrySki/SnowshoeDay

InterhouseChallenge

MiddleSchoolArtsNight•7pmThéâtreSusanB.Ganong

RoundSquareDay

Pascal,Cayley,&FermatMathCompetitions

School Musical•7:30pmThéâtreSusanB.Ganong

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HOCKEY DAY AT RNS

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Travel Day

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Ouralumniandparentsareourbestsourceofstudentreferrals.IfyouknowayoungpersonwhowouldflourishatRothesayNetherwoodSchool,pleasecontactourAdmissionOfficeat847-8224oradmission@rns.cc.March 2015


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Gr. 9 Course Selection Workshop •3pmThéâtreSusanB.GanongAll Gr. 8 students to attend

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Don’tmissthe26thAnnualRNSRugbyFestfromApril17-19-EasternCanada’slargesthighschoolrugbytournament.ComeoutforsomegreatrugbyactionandtocheeronyourRNSRiverhawks!April 2015


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EarthDay

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MaundyThursday


Chapel9:15am

SchoolDance

RoundSquareDay

RNSEveningofOriginalMusicCompositions•7pmThéâtreSusanB.Ganong

SafeHarbourFundraiser

30HourFamine

YoungRoundSquareoftheAmericas,ColumbiaConference•April3-8

RNSBostonTripbegins

CasinoNight6pm•HeritageHallAll Students Attend

CoffeeHouse•7:30pm

PassoverbeginsGoodFriday

EasterBreakendsBoardersreturn5-9pm

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The27thAnnualRNSParents’AssociationArtShowandSaletakesplaceFriday,May8thandSaturday,May9th.PleasejoinusfortheOpeningReceptiononFridayeveningat6pmtopreviewtheartworkandtomingleandchatwiththeartistsandwithotherparents.

May 2015 (Above:Rowing,basketball,soccer,hockeyandrugby-athleticopportunitiesforeverystudentineverygrade.)

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RNSNewYorkCityTripbegins

SATTest@RNS


RoundSquareDay

ExamPrepWorkshop3pm•Allstudentsattend

Grade12RaftingTripReturns•2pm

Grade12RaftingTripbegins

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ForacompletescheduleofIBExams,visittheschool’sonlinecalendar

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GR. 12 IB EXAMS BEGIN

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27th Annual RNS Art Show & Sale • 6-9pmIrvingGymnasiumSee above for details

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27th Annual RNS Art Show & Sale • 9am-4pmIrvingGymnasium

Grade11Mothers'DayBrunchFundraiser


Chapel@9:15


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Tohaveyournameincludedinthe2014-2015RNSDonorList,pleaseensureyourdonationisreceivedbeforeJune30,2015.Donationsaregratefullyreceivedviatelephone,mail,oronlinebycreditcard.ContacttheDevelopment&AlumniAffairsOfficeat847-8224orgiving@rns.cc.Thankyouforyoursupport!

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Grad Chapel Service& Head’s Reception •7pm

Head’sRounds

138th Closing Ceremonies1pm• All students attend

SummerBreakbegins•3pm

GradBanquet,Dance&SafeGrad

Alumni Reunion Weekend Alumni Reunion Weekend

Alumni Reunion Weekend

Father’sDay

Awards EveningHeritageHall•5:30pm

Year-endCoffeeHouse•7:30pm

Final ReportsPosted by 6pm

Governors’Semi-AnnualMeeting•8:30am

RNS Founders’ LuncheonHeritageHall•12:30pmAllwelcome!(Class of 2015’s first alumni event!)

Ramadanbegins

AdvisorStudy•9:30am

RNSMinihawksRugbyFest

Grade 12 Lobster DinnerFundraiser•6pmHeritageHall

RSDay

MiddleSchoolArtsNightThéâtreSusanB.Ganong•7pm

RoundSquareFair

Grade12AlumniDinner

Lastdatetomakeadonationandbeincludedonthe2014-2015RNSDonorList.Seeabovetolearnhow.

SeniorSchoolArtShow

MiddleSchoolInterhouseChallenge10:30am-12:30pm

MiddleSchoolExamReturnDay

SeniorSchoolInterhouseChallenge

HeadPrefectVote

Grade12AlumniDay

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RemembertocompleteyourFall2015RegistrationFormsandreturnthemtoRNS.Septemberisalmosthere!August 2015


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PARENTS’ HANDBOOKATTENDANCEParents are asked to notify the School Office before 8:30am (506.847.8224 or email [email protected]) if their child will be late or absent from school. The missing of lunch, classes, chapel, sports, advisor period or study period is not permitted.

THE SCHOOL WEBSITE - WWW.RNS.CCTeachers post course outlines, assignments, class notes, quizzes, tests and resource material on the website. By viewing the website frequently, parents can monitor their child's homework. School activities and events are also listed in the online calendar. Please check it frequently to keep up to date.

HOMEWORKStudents must spend a significant amount of time on their school work outside of class time. Grade 12 students are expected to study three hours per day outside of class time. Senior School boarders study in their rooms for a minimum of two hours per evening, while Middle School boarders spend 1.5 hours on evening study. Evening study periods are supervised by the teacher on duty, Sunday through Thursday. Day students are expected to spend an equal amount of time on their studies at home. They may be asked to study on campus if their Effort Grades are poor. Students are required to meet with their Advisors each day. It is the student’s responsibility to attend these sessions and to seek help from subject teachers when needed.

EFFORT GRADES AND CUMULATIVE REPORTSEffort Grades are a key part of providing essential information on the dedication and commitment of students in each of their classes. Students are graded with a 1, 2 or a 3 (3-Exceptionally Dedicated; 2-Performing Well; 1-Limited Involvement). Effort Grades are reported five times each year by every teacher for every student and are securely posted on each student’s portal. A full report of academic standing is made at the end of each reporting period. Parents can access this information by visiting the school’s website using the login information they receive in September.

GOOD STANDINGStudents will qualify for Good Standing if they are deemed by their Houseparents, Advisors and Teachers to have shown a high level of social responsibility and community consciousness, and academic responsibility.

ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTStudents who achieve an academic average of at least 80% will be named to the Scholars’ List and will be entitled to wear a Scholar’s Tie. THE MIDDLE SCHOOL The Middle School encompasses Grades 6, 7 and 8. The Middle School, which is located on the second floor of School House, consists of classrooms and student lockers. Each student’s day begins with Chapel at 8:15am. Classes begin at 8:40am, and Homeroom Period takes place at 10:05am. The academic component of the school day ends at 4:00pm.

Middle School Homeroom Period will be used as a time when teachers can ensure that students are meeting with success during the day, and that they are organized enough to complete their homework. During this time, students will be able to receive organizational support from their teachers, and will learn to make effective use of their lockers. They may visit their lockers during formal breaks in the day.

HOLIDAYS & TRAVELPunctual, daily attendance is fundamental for every student. Each school day is important; therefore, a travel day has been designated at the beginning of Christmas Break and March Break to allow students to book flights so as not to miss any class time. It is the responsibility of parents to confirm plans for those students not going home for breaks. Please see the Boarders’ Handbook for a list of available options such as school trips. The Boarders’ Handbook (available online on the portal) also explains the procedure for obtaining permission for boarders to stay at the homes of friends or relatives.

Visits: Parents are very welcome to visit their children at any time. Students may receive permission from their Houseparents to go off campus or to take an overnight leave with parents.

LEAVING THE CAMPUSLeave for Day Students: Day students are permitted to leave the campus only at the end of the day’s activities. Special permission must be obtained from the School Office if a student wishes to leave the hill part way through the day. Students leaving early or arriving late during the school day must check in at the School Office.

LEAVE FOR BOARDERS Mid-week leave: Only prefects may request a mid-week leave (leaving the hill after academic and sports requirements are met and missing study hall in their residence). The prefect must be on Good Standing and he/she must request the leave 24 hours in advance. Prefects must return to their residence no later than 10:00pm.

Wednesday leave: Boarders needing to run an errand during the week such as getting a haircut or purchasing supplies for a school project may request such leave on Wednesdays only. Boarders may leave at 2pm if they are on Good Standing, or after Extra Help if they are not. All boarders who are off the hill on Wednesdays must return to the campus by 7:30pm.

Weekend Leave: Boarders may request leave on Saturdays and Sundays for trips to the mall, movie theatre, restaurants, etc. (restrictions apply; please see Boarders’ Handbook for full details).

Overnight Leave: If traveling to their own home for a special family weekend, boarders may leave on Friday after sports and return on Sunday in time for Study Hall. Boarders may request leave to stay overnight at the home of a day student friend for one night only; it must be Saturday night. Boarders staying overnight at the home of a friend may leave on Saturday after lunch, and return to campus Sunday by 6pm. Note: overnight leave at a friend’s

home will be restricted to two guests per visit, and no more than once a month at the same destination. All overnight requests must be submitted to the Houseparent no later than Thursday at 9:00 pm so that proper permissions may be obtained.

Consequences for Leaving the Campus without Permission: In all cases, students must obtain the proper permission to leave the campus. Failure to do so will result in “gates”.

COMMUNITY LIFE AND EXPECTATIONSThe conduct of students is expected to reflect the standards and responsibilities consistent with membership in the school. Living within the “spirit of the law” is part of every student’s mandate. All students are expected to make a positive contribution to the way of life within our community. Any major breach (e.g. purchase, possession or consumption of alcohol or illicit drugs, smoking, harassment, theft, missing a school activity, or leaving the dorm without permission) can lead to disciplinary action, which may include, but is not limited to, expulsion or suspension. Minor breaches result in a school grounding called “gates”. Our mission statement is written at the front of this calendar.

LEADERSHIPDeveloping leadership skills is an integral part of student life at Rothesay Netherwood School. The prefectship program is designed to present each Grade 12 student with the opportunity to assume a leadership role. With a staff advisor for support, each Grade 12 student chooses an area of responsibility such as sports, yearbook, theatre, the environment or the Chapel. Each prefectship is an appointment made by the Head of School; each student is expected to take seriously the responsibility that he or she has been offered.

OUTWARD BOUND ADVENTURERNS has established a partnership with Outward Bound Canada, thereby enabling us to extend the learning experiences for our students and to enhance their

9:00 - 11:00 Cold BreakfastMorning Activity | Free Time11:00 - 1:00 BrunchAfternoon Activity | Free Time5:30 - 6:30 SupperEvening Activity | Free Time10:00 All boarders are to be in residence unless otherwise signed off campus (see Boarders’ Handbook for details)11:00 Lights Out for Gr. 6, 7, 8, 911:45 Lights Out for Gr. 10, 11, 12

9:00 - 11:00 Cold BreakfastMorning Activity | Free Time11:00 - 1:00 BrunchAfternoon Activity | Free Time6:00 Supper (good casual dress)7:30 All boarders must be back on campus 8:00 Study Hall begins9:30 Study Hall ends for Gr. 6, 7, 8, 910:00 Study Hall ends for Gr. 10, 11, 1210:00 Lights Out for Gr. 6, 7, 8, 910:30 Lights Out for Gr. 10, 11, 12

understanding of the global community and their sense of responsible citizenship. A wide array of outdoor adventures is offered to students in all grades, allowing everyone to develop outdoor skills and to experience something new. These adventures include activities such as dog sledding, kayaking, canoeing, camping and hiking.

CO-CURRICULAR OPTIONSAll students are involved in the three co-curricular terms at RNS. Students have the opportunity to choose the option that best interests them, the only regulation being that one term is to be athletics-based. RNS offers a wide range of competitive teams, recreational activities, and arts and service options, some of which change each year. The athletic program promotes health and physical awareness through teaching the values of teamwork: co-operation, commitment and a strong sense of the importance of competing fairly. The goal is to give our students the experience and confidence they require in order to pursue sports as a lifelong lifestyle. The recreational program is designed to teach the basic skills and rules of numerous sports while enabling students who may not be as athletically inclined to join an activity they can enjoy. RNS competes in the following leagues: NBIAA, CAIS ACIS and NAPHA.

DAY STUDENTSDay students and boarding students are required to take part in morning chapel, extracurricular activities, occasional Saturday morning activities, and special events such as New River Beach Day, and several other school-wide weekend and evening activities. Day students are welcome to stay for supper at the School if an evening event is planned. They may also arrange to study on the hill with the boarders. Senior day girls are members of Gregory House and have a locker room in either Quinn or Netherwood House. Middle School students have lockers beside their homerooms. While on campus, day students are

expected to follow the boarders’ routine. If day students are on the hill during study hours in the evening, they are required to report to the duty teacher and to be in the appropriate residence by 7:55pm. Day students are not to be in any boarders’ dorm rooms unless they have been properly signed-in.

VEHICLES ON CAMPUSAll students are required to park their vehicles behind Memorial Arena in the designated student parking area. All boarders must receive prior permission from the Director of Student Life before bringing any vehicle to campus. Please refer to the Student Handbook for policies regarding vehicle privileges.

PERSONAL POSSESSIONS / CLOTHINGPlease remember: all personal items, including clothing, brought on campus must be clearly labelled with the student’s name. The School is not liable for the personal possessions of students. If students bring items such as stereos, computers, bicycles or cameras, parents must extend their insurance to cover them. It is highly inadvisable for students to bring extremely valuable items to school.

Every piece of clothing coming to Rothesay Netherwood School must be clearly labelled with the student’s name. Name tags will be ordered on request; however, a marking pen works well.

STUDENT LAUNDRYLaundering service is mandatory for all boarding students in Grades 6 through 8; this service is optional for students in Grades 9 through 12. For more information, including costs, please refer to the Boarders’ Handbook. We highly recommend this service. Laundry is picked up weekly and returned the following day, clean and folded. Each residence is equipped with its own laundry facilities for students’ use. Note: Each article of clothing must be marked with the student’s name.

STUDENT DRESSRNS School Uniforms are purchased through the School Store. Second-hand uniforms are also available.

Boys’ #1 Dress includes crested school blazer, gray flannels, white long-sleeved RNS dress shirt, school tie, dark dress socks, polished black dress shoes, and a black belt. Boys’ Class Dress includes #1 dress or school sweater/vest in lieu of blazer, a blue/white dress shirt, and a blue/white polo shirt. Boys’ PE Uniforms* include blue RNS shorts and a PE RNS T-shirt. Boys’ Supper Dress includes clean, neat, casual clothes in good repair.

Girls’ #1 Dress includes green crested school blazer, green tunic (no more than 3” above the knee) with house crest, white long-sleeved RNS dress shirt, school tie, green knee-highs/ leotards, and polished brown dress shoes. Girls’ Class Dress includes #1 dress or school sweater/vest in lieu of blazer, black watch kilt in lieu of tunic (no more than 3” above the knee) and a blue/white polo shirt. Girls’ PE Uniforms* include Blue RNS shorts and a PE RNS t-shirt. Girls’ Supper Dress includes clean, neat, casual clothes in good repair.

Sometimes, students will be asked to dress in “good casual” clothes. The term “good casual” means no jeans, “beach wear” or revealing clothing. Boys may choose to wear button down shirts or collared polo shirts instead of t-shirts, and casual slacks or chinos instead of jeans or shorts. Girls may also choose to wear casual slacks, dresses or skirts. Dress shoes and appropriate sandals are allowed; running shoes, however, are not.

* Note: Alternate RNS athletic gear can be worn during the colder weather months. All PE uniforms and athletic gear can be purchased from the School Store.

RNS DAILY SCHEDULEMON., TUES., THURS., FRI.

8:15 - 8:30 Chapel8:40 - 10:05 Period 110:05 - 10:20 Advisor10:20 - 10:35 Break10:35 - 12:00 Period 212:00 - 12:30 Lunch 12:30 - 1:00 Break1:00 - 2:25 Period 32:25 - 2:35 Break2:35 - 4:00 Period 44:30 Sports | Extra Curricular 5:30 - 7:00 Supper7:00 - 7:55 Free Time8:00 - 9:30 Gr. 6, 7, 8, 9 Study Hall8:00 - 10:00 Gr. 10, 11, 12 Study Hall10:00 Gr. 6, 7, 8, 9 Lights Out 10:30 Gr. 10, 11, 12 Lights Out

WEDNESDAY ONLY

8:15 - 8:30 Chapel8:40 - 9:40 Period 19:45 - 10:45 Period 210:45 - 11:00 Break11:00 - 12:00 Period 312:05 - 1:05 Period 41:05 - 1:35 Lunch1:40 - 2:00 Advisor2:00 - 3:30 Extra Help3:30 - 7:30 Arts | Extra Curricular5:30 - 6:30 Supper6:30 - 7:55 Free Time8:00 - 9:30 Gr. 6, 7, 8, 9 Study Hall8:00 - 10:00 Gr. 10, 11, 12 Study Hall10:00 Gr. 6, 7, 8, 9 Lights Out 10:30 Gr. 10, 11, 12 Lights Out

SATURDAY SCHEDULE FOR BOARDERS

SUNDAY SCHEDULE FOR BOARDERS

SCHOOL CONTACTSParents are always welcome to meet with, call or email the Head of School to discuss any matter. Appointments may be made by contacting the Head's Executive Assistant.

Mr. Paul G. Kitchen Office: (506) 848-0863Head of School | [email protected] Home: (506) 847-9820

The Admission Office is open year round for inquiries and parent relations.

Mrs. Jayne Murray Office: (506) 848-0859Director of Admission | [email protected]

Mrs. Elizabeth Kitchen Office: (506) 848-0866Associate Director of Admission | [email protected]

Mr. Rick Gowan Office: (506) 848-1732Admission Officer | [email protected]

Mr. Jeff Lewis Office: (506) 848-0848 Admission Officer & Director of Hockey Operations | [email protected]

Information Technology Mrs. Tammy Earle Office: (506) 848-1739Director of Information Technology, ITGS | [email protected] Home: (506) 849-6052

Mr. Rob Calder Office: (506) 848-0858IT Office | [email protected]

Outward Bound Office & CoordinatorMr. Michael Carpenter Office: (506) 848-0840Director of Outdoor Education | [email protected] Home: (506) 644-9553

The Business Office handles all financial affairs, student accounts and tuition payments.

Mrs. Tanya Moran Office: (506) 848-0855CA, Director of Finance & Operations | [email protected]

Mrs. Shauna MacNeill Office: (506) 848-0868Account Manager, Bursar’s Office | [email protected]

Mrs. Simone Crawford Office: (506) 847-8224Receptionist, Accounting Clerk | [email protected]

Development and Alumni Affairs Office Mr. Rob Beatty Office: (506) 848-1731Director of Development | [email protected]

Mr. Nic Carhart Office: (506) 848-0861Development Officer | [email protected]

Mrs. Judy MacFarland Office: (506) 848-0879Development Officer | [email protected]

Mrs. Dayna Van Doleweerd Office: (506) 848-0869Events Coordinator | [email protected] Ms. Nicole Hoeksema '05 Office: (506) 848-0877Young Alumni Coordinator | [email protected]

Ms. Kat Barclay Office: (506) 848-9206Communications Coordinator | [email protected]

The Assistant Head of School & Director of Senior School is responsible for the leadership and management of the Senior School.

Mr. Paul McLellan, Office: (506) 848-0864Math | [email protected] Home: (506) 847-1750

Mrs. Kathleen McLellan Office: (506) 848-1737Administrative Assistant | [email protected]

The Assistant Head of School & Director of Middle School is responsible for the leadership and management of the Middle School.

Mr. Dean Van Doleweerd Office: (506) 847-8224Gr. 8 Homeroom, English | [email protected] Home: (506) 849-4372

The Director of Student Life is responsible for overseeing the management of student life. Mr. Brian Murray Office: (506) 848-0876Theory of Knowledge (TOK) | [email protected] Home: (506) 216-1177

The IB Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the IB program at RNS.Mrs. Jacqueline Albinati Office: (506) 848-1738French and IB Coordinator | [email protected]

Food ServicesMs. Ashley Molloy Office: (506) 848-0857Director of Food Services | [email protected]

The Director of Athletics is responsible for overseeing the athletic programs.Mr. Geoffrey McCullogh Office: (506) 848-0852Physical & Health Education | [email protected] Home: (506) 847-2083

University PlacementMs. Vera Turnbull '75 Office: (506) 848-0850University Placement Officer | [email protected] Home: (506) 849-0650

Mrs. Andrea Jollymore Office: (506) 848-0850University Placement Officer | [email protected] Home: (506) 608-2496

Mrs. Stephanie Buchanan Office: (506) 848-0863Executive Assistant | [email protected]

KIRK HOUSEMr. Sandy Phillips, Houseparent, French, Phys.Ed (506) 476-1959 | [email protected]

Mr. Damian Gay, Assistant Houseparent, Math, Gr. 7 Homeroom (506) 644-8479 | [email protected]

Mr. Jordan Delong, Associate Faculty, Phys. Ed (506) 609-4144 | [email protected]

MACKAY HOUSEMr. Jamie Gray, Houseparent, Social Studies, ITGS(506) 849-9794 | [email protected]

Brendan Varro, Associate Faculty(506) 847-8224 | [email protected]

Ryan MacNeil, Associate Faculty(506) 847-8224 | [email protected]

NETHERWOOD HOUSEMrs. Kristin Read, Houseparent, Biology, Spanish(506) 663-5193 | [email protected]

Ms. Kayla Blackmore, Assistant Houseparent,French, History (506) 476-9504 | [email protected]

Ms. Lisa Schaffner, Associate Faculty, Music (506) 654-2070 | [email protected]

QUINN HOUSEMrs. Jill McCarville, Houseparent, Chemistry(506) 849-3748 | [email protected]

Cecilia Scott, Associate Faculty(506) 847-8224 | [email protected]

Gowri Muralidhar, Associate Faculty(506) 847-8224 | [email protected]

The Advisor or Homeroom Teacher is the first line of communication between the family and the school regarding academic matters. An Advisor or Homeroom Teacher meets with students on a daily basis to discuss academic progress and any concerns of the student. All teachers welcome direct contact with parents at any time through email, by leaving a message with the School Office at (506) 847-8224, or by leaving a message at their home phone number, provided below.

The Houseparent is the first line of communication in regard to any social matter - rules and regulations, minor disciplinary matters or personal concerns. The Houseparent is responsibile for each student in the house. All houseparents welcome direct contact with parents at any time through email or by leaving a message at their home phone number, provided below.

To contact your child, please do not hesitate to leave a message with the School Office during the day (506) 847-8224 or with the houseparent at the numbers above. In addition, you may also call your child’s residence at the numbers below. However, it is best not to call a residence during study hours.

HOUSEPARENTS

RNS HEALTH SERVICES

SUBJECT TEACHERS

CONTACTING YOUR CHILD

Mr. Cody Alderson, Math, Science(506) 476-9279 | [email protected]

Ms. Lindsay Bell, English, Theatre (506) 640-3980 | [email protected]

Mrs. Chrissy Chetley, Art(506) 647-9440 | [email protected]

Mme Dayna Ellis, Dept. Head, French, Spanish (506) 849-4536 | [email protected]

Ms.Mary Fraser, ESL Coordinator, French(506) 847-8224 | [email protected]

Mr. Cuilean Hendra, French, Geography(506) 609-1917 | [email protected]

Mr. Scott Jay, Math, Chemistry (506) 847-8224 | [email protected]

Mr. Mark Jenkins, Geography, Science (506) 848-9018 | [email protected]

Mrs. Andrea Jollymore, ESL, LEADS (506) 608-2496 | [email protected]

Mr. Craig Jollymore, Dept. Head, English (506) 639-9391 | [email protected]

Mr. Aaron Lee, Science, Phys. Ed(506) 609-1546 | [email protected]

Mrs. Cara Lee, Gr. 6 Homeroom, Social Studies, History, English(506) 609-0257 | [email protected]

Mr. Richard Kidd, Music, Mythology(506) 832-3581 | [email protected]

Mr. Charles McEvoy, Dept. Head, History, Theory of Knowledge (TOK)(506) 849-8659 | [email protected]

Mr. Brad Read, Chemistry, Physics (506) 639-7272 | [email protected]

Ms. Tia Saley, Art, Science(506) 847-8224 | [email protected]

Mrs. Catherine St. Pierre, Music (506) 721-5999 | [email protected]

Mr. Matt Stevens, Science, Biology(506) 434-5393 | [email protected]

Mr. Peter Tomilson, Dept. Head, Math (506) 216-0334 | [email protected]

Mr. Stephen Vienneau, Math, Economics(506) 847-0535 | [email protected]

Mr. Graham Vogt, English(506) 847-8224 | [email protected]

Ms. Kate Whitters, Math(506) 847-8224 | [email protected]

Ms. Dolores Young, Dept. Head, Phys. Ed, LEADSOffice: (506) 848-0852 | Home: (506) [email protected]

The RNS Health Services team is comprised of two school nurses and local affiliated health professionals. Care is available on a 24-hour-a-day basis.

Health Centre Staff | [email protected] Ms. Jean Curran, RN During school hours: (506) 848-0867Mrs. Loretta Kolyvas Evenings and weekends: (506) 647-0329

Colin Mackay Library | (506) 848-0847

Mrs. Kathleen McLellan, Head Librarian | [email protected]

Mrs. Kathy Archer, Librarian | [email protected]

TIES - RNS Campus StoreSchool Uniforms & Supplies

(506) 848-0878 | [email protected]

MACKAY HOUSE(506) 848-9981 | (506) 848-9983

KIRK HOUSE(506) 849-9840 | (506) 849-9841

QUINN HOUSE(506) 848-9986 | (506) 848-9988

NETHERWOOD HOUSE(506) 848-0846

40CollegeHillRoad,Rothesay,NBCanadaE2E5H1

Tel:(506)847-8224|Fax:(506)848-0851|Email:[email protected]|www.rns.cc

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