For Grade 8 students in Moose Jaw, this month is usually spent taking tours of each of the high schools in the city to decide which institution is the most suited for the next step in their education — but things will look a little different this year.
To help students take on registration with the most information possible, each high school in Moose Jaw is offering parents and students some different ways to explore their options for the 2021-22 school year.
A.E. Peacock Collegiate (Prairie South School Division):
Peacock Collegiate has shared a virtual tour video for prospective students, now available on its website, to show off the high school and its opportunities. An available class list is also available to view online, detailing the course options offered by the composite high school.
Like all PSSD high schools, Peacock will be hosting a question and answer event on March 17, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Parents will have the opportunity to speak one-on-one with principal Dustin Swanson or vice-principal Tana Arnott via phone or Zoom call. Slots during the Q&A must be booked in advance.
For those who’d like to walk the halls in person, parents and students can also contact Peacock to arrange a private in-person tour of the school. Tours will be held outside of school hours, for safety reasons, and can be booked by contacting the school.
Parents are also welcome to email any questions they may have about Peacock at any time, as Swanson said he’s happy to provide answers and help make the transition for incoming students as smooth as possible.
To book a tour or a slot during the Q&A event, or to just send in your questions, you can call the office at 1 (306) 693-4626 or email [email protected].
Registration forms for Peacock Collegiate can be found and submitted online at prairiesouth.ca/schools/student-registration.
Central Collegiate (Prairie South School Division):
Central Collegiate has also created a virtual tour video showing off the school and its amenities, available on its website and Facebook page for prospective students to watch. Information on course offerings and registration details are available online.
As a PSSD high school, Central will also be hosting a question and answer event on March 17, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Held in the same way as Peacock Collegiate, parents and students will have the opportunity to speak with principal Stephane Gauvin or vice-principal Paul McCorriston about attending Central, either by phone or Zoom.
Slots during the Q&A event must be booked in advance by contacting the school office at 1 (306) 693-4691.
Registration forms for Central Collegiate can be found and submitted online at prairiesouth.ca/schools/student-registration.
Riverview Collegiate (Prairie South School Division):
Riverview Collegiate has shared its own virtual school tour video on its website, including students and staff showing off the high school's attributes.
Private in-person tours are also available on request, to visit Riverview’s building outside of school hours. Anyone interested in a tour can contact the school office for arrangements.
Like Central and Peacock, Riverview will also be hosting a question and answer event on March 17, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Students and parents will be able to schedule a phone call or Zoom with principal Deana Kempel to answer their questions about Riverview.
Slots during the Q&A event must be booked in advance by contacting the school office at 1 (306) 693-1331.
Registration forms for Riverview Collegiate can be found and submitted online at prairiesouth.ca/schools/student-registration.
Vanier Collegiate (Holy Trinity Catholic School Division):
This year, Vanier Collegiate will be hosting private in-person tours from March 16 to 20, allowing parents and prospective students to view the school and meet with some of the staff. Anyone interested in a tour can book one either online through Vanier’s website or by calling the office at 1 (306) 693-6744.
There is also a video introduction to Vanier available to view on the school’s Facebook page, and Vanier staff will be putting on a series of transitional events, including virtual classroom visits with students, over the next few weeks. Vanier is also hosting a weekly draw for incoming students who have already registered for the 2021-22 school year.
Principal Brad Moser also welcomed parents to contact the school with any questions they may have about attending Vanier.
Registration forms for Vanier Collegiate can be found and submitted online at vanier.htcsd.ca.
Cornerstone Christian School (PSSD associate):
In place of its usual open house event, Cornerstone Christian School has planned a series of virtual open house videos that will be shared with parents and students beginning April 1.
The videos will include a virtual tour of the school and also information on topics like available classes, tuition, and programs like the school’s canteen and more.
In-person tours of the school are not an option at this time, but parents and prospective students are welcome to contact Cornerstone Christian school with any questions they may have by either calling the office at 1 (306) 693-2937 or by email at [email protected].
More information about Cornerstone Christian School’s admissions process is available at ccsmj.ca.
Briercrest Christian Academy (PSSD associate):
To offer insight for incoming students, Briercrest Christian Academy has been hosting a series of online webinars on topics like the admissions process, academics, finances, the international student program and more.
The next webinar will be discussing dorm life and will take place on March 18 at 7 p.m. Registration for the free event is still available online for prospective students.
Additionally, Briercrest is also hosting a virtual open house on March 25 at 7 p.m. titled Experience Briercrest Christian Academy. Registration for the event is still open and can be done online. The event will offer a tour of campus, a chance to hear from staff and current students, and a scholarship giveaway.
For more information on Briercrest Christian Academy, visit briercrestchristianacademy.ca/admissions or contact the admission department at 1 (800) 667-5199 or at [email protected].
