JDSS November Newspaper

Dear Readers...

For the November Edition of Ecole John Diefenbaker Senior School Newspaper, a theme of the 'Past, Present, & Future of You' is used as a guide. The theme touched on the subjects of Remembrance Day, Present Health, Life After High School, and Advice I found this theme to be inclusive and helpful towards students as they can be inspired to make change or be interested about our school Until Next Time, Victoria Jarvis

See charts (A) & (B)

2021

The Vaping Epidemic

Blueberry, Vanilla, Apple, Mango, & Mint, are delicious flavours that mean more than just the food A chemical liquid masked by the intended taste, filled with nicotine, and popular amongst the youth. Presented in fun packaging and attractive colours, used by your favourite celebrity, and is less harmful than cigarettes It is just a Vape

In this article, research, statistics, and factual information are presented to highlight the subject of vaping among youth

Since COVID 19, the mental health of teenagers has suffered, meaning stress, anxiety, and depression weigh down the shoulders of many youths Isolation makes social interactions difficult, and many are turning their heads towards an easy, affordable, and quick option that can distract them from dealing with their mental health

From 2017 to 2019 youth vaping increased by 112%, leaving a new generation with Nicotine Addictions and unidentified health effects

(B) Mental Health Chart provided by The Well Being of Ontario Students: OSDUHS 2021

As isolation was discontinued, vaping highlighted the social aspects of life Including public places such as schools

Due to the noticeable increase of youth partaking in vaping, community members from every area in Canada have put actions and support in place regarding youth vaping Actions include;

Bill S 5 is an amendment to Canada’s Environmental Protection Act (CEPA) to help recognize the importance of minimizing risks posed by toxic substances Supported Research on vaping and vaping devices

(A) Chart provided by The Well Being of Ontario Students: OSDUHS

The Vaping Epidemic

Limiting Sales and Advertising of vaping products

Enforcing Laws around the dangers of youth vaping such as fines, confiscations, suspensions, and criminal records Supporting the Mental Health of Youth by providing resources in and out of the school

Within schools, attendance and grades are declining while the number of confiscations and risk of fines for Vaping continues to increase

If caught vaping on school property, students could face up to a 3 Day Suspension, a Fine of $305, and $490 if caught sharing with a friend under the age of 19.

On public property, anyone has the right to contact Tobacco Enforcement if one does not follow the enforced rules or is believed to be under the legal age of 19

Although different Vaping devices will differ in things such as the level of nicotine content and flavour, but they all have common similarities and health effects

Nicotine is a highly addictive additive that is easily absorbed into the body and can change behaviours and moods within seconds of absorption

Propylene Glycol is a food additive that carries a faintly sweet taste and can commonly be found in paints and plastics as it helps create colours

Diacetyl is a buttery flavouring that can be extremely dangerous if inhaled into the lungs

Carcinogens are cancer forming substances that include chemicals like asbestos, vinyl chloride, and arsenic

As Vaping has only been around since the 21st century, long term effects are not fully uncovered nor confirmed Health issues that can expand into life threatening problems include;

Nicotine Poisoning Popcorn Lung from Diacetyl Second Hand Vapour Device Malfunctions

Increased likelihood of heart attacks Chronic Lung Disease Asthma

Health effects could have a worsening toll due to the undeveloped bodies of youth.

Concluding information and research provided, what are the next steps YOU can take?

If you would like to read more information on the Vaping Epidemic among youth, visit www notanexperiment ca

If you or someone you know would like to seek out professional help, contact the JDSS Public Health Nurse, Jody Kroeplin at j kroeplin@publichealthgreybruce on ca to book an appointment within the school.

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THE PAST, PRESENT, &

FUTURE OF YOU

Life After High School

No Yes Trades Workplace

Afteryougraduate highschool,areyou readytobeginyour workingcareer?

DISCOVER A CAREER PATH THAT CAN INSPIRE YOUR FUTURE

University

No Yes

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Wouldyouliketo enhanceyour knowledgethrough acombinationof experienceand lectures?

No Yes

Areyouinterestedin workingina professional environmentinthe futureandacquiring asmuchknowledge aspossible?

No Yes College Trades

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN?

Trades

Post Secondary education that can be in a classroom and on a job site, where manual skills and special training is required Jobs included in the trades are a Chef, Construction Worker, Hairdresser, or Mechanic

College

Post Secondary education to strengthen knowledge in a more ‘hands on’ environment and obtain a degree for jobs such as an Airline Pilot, Human Resources Manager, Speech Pathologist or a Mechanical Engineer

No Yes University College

Workplace

A work environment entered after high school where further education can be required through certifications provided by yourself or the company you work for Jobs are Mail Carrier, Driver, Cleaner, or Customer Service Representative

Remembrance Day

Contribution from: Ms Morris, Ms Murray, & Ms. Maclaughlin and Period A Students.

On Friday, November 11th, JDSS had an abundance of participation in and out of the school to support Canadian Veterans

Within the school, Ms Pieman made a yearly display of her great great uncle's war uniform and mementos in the front hall of JDSS

White symbolizes the peace our country has achieved and continues to maintain. Black symbolizes the People Of Colour who fought without recognition

The poppy rocks were displayed and distributed to the families of veterans in our local area

Ms Morris and students Bennedict, Joe, and Ariel held a short ceremony on the PA System throughout the school. The ceremony included the reading of poems and writing pieces, concluding with a moment of silence for all the brave Canadian soldiers who fought and continue to fight for our future

In Ms Maclaughlin’s art class, students designed and painted poppies on smooth rocks

Among the poppies, there are four different colours. Each colour represents a different meaning and act of remembrance regarding past wars Red symbolizes the traditional poppy used to commemorate the soldiers Purple symbolizes the animals who faced harm during crossfire.

At the Cenotaph, Ms Murray and 19 members from the JDSS Senior Concert Band and Senior Music Class recited music compositions during the hour long Remembrance Day Ceremony

The music played included; O' Canada, God Save the King, and several traditional chorales and hymns arranged by Frank Erickson; Including The Crusaders, Be Thou My Vision and Amazing Grace.

As Ms Murray stated, “The selection of repertoire was chosen carefully to maintain the right tone for the ceremony ” The music was familiar to the audience in attendance while respecting the environment and mood of the Cenotaph.

Legion and community members were grateful for the band and their performance as they expressed how the chosen music represented the day of memorial effectively

Pictured is a Painted Remembrance Day Rock from Ms Maclaughlin s Art Class

Pictured is the JDSS Band at the Hanover Cenotaph

THE PAST, PRESENT, & FUTURE OF YOU

Athletes of the Month

Female: Emma Becker

Male: Drew Kreager

Emma has shown an outstanding ability during the basketball season Emma has been dominating lately with a strong commitment to her teammates

Grade: Height: Favourite Sport: Favourite Colour: Future Career:

12 6' Volleyball & Basketball Lime Green Kindergarten Teacher

Drew has been spectacular throughout the Volleyball season Always putting his best play forward, he has been showing his knowledge within the sport

Grade: Height: Favourite Sport: Favourite Colour: Future Career:

10 6'2" Baseball & Basketball Blue Physical Therapist

Athletic Council

Contribution From: Braden Bartlett

The snow is here! Meaning winter sports have begun

The JDSS Senior Girls Basketball team has wasted no time, already becoming very competitive Working hard in the BAA Finals, they are now on their way to CWOSSA!

The same goes for the Junior Boys Volleyball team Their BAA Finals score was an impressive 11 1 record

The Boys Hockey team is 1 1, losing their first game to Sacred Heart 8 4

Making a statement in their next game against Sacred Heart, they won 7 0. Great job boys!

All teams have done a great job representing JDSS and everyone is looking forward to seeing them play at CWOSSA!

JDSS at OFSAA

Contribution From: Mrs. Donnelly

On Saturday, November 5th, six athletes from JDSS travelled to the OFSAA Championships at Dagmar Ski Resort in Uxbridge, Ontario. All athletes represented John Diefenbaker Senior School to the best of their ability and should be proud of their individual and team accomplishments Competing against AAA/AAAA schools, while JDSS only being an AA school, is a great accomplishment for the athletes of John Diefenbaker Senior School

In the boy's division, brothers Eli and Tristan Bouius competed to the best of their ability as they both finished in the top 10 in their leagues.

Eli competed in the Novice Boys league,

finishing 4th out of 253 runners, and Tristan competed in the Senior Boys league, finishing 6th out of 244 runners. The most notable event of the day was Ava Moric capturing 1st place in the Junior Girls league

This is Ava’s second OFSAA Championship as she won the Novice Girls Competition last year.

In the Novice Girls Competition, Ava competed with teammates Ashlynn Lantz, Lexi Franks, and Alex Boyko The final score of points managed to place their team in 9th place out of 33 teams. Congratulations, John Diefenbaker Senior School Athletes!

JDSS Athletes at OFSAA

Pictured from left to right: Tristan Bouius, Ashynn Lantz, Alex Boyko, Ava Moric, Lexi Franks, and Eli Bouius

Participants Pictured.

PJ Day Left to Right: Lindsey Dippel, Jade Poechman, & Will Hall.

JDSS Colours Day Left to Right: Ms Durnin, Sada Bell, Kaylee Lantz, Ava Pentland, Faith McCaroll, & Oscar Hulskemper

Wacky Wednesday Left to Right: Charm Williamson, Emma Becker, & Delena Bechtel

Jersey Day Left to Right: Aleah Becker, Charm Williamson, Delana Bechtel, Faith McCaroll, Oscar Hulskemper, Emma Becker, & Mackenzie Wilkie

OSLC 44

On November 6th, 18 leaders of JDSS hopped on a bus and travelled to Canada’s natural gem, Niagara Falls, for a three day leadership conference

This year was the first full capacity conference of the Ontario Student Leadership Conference, (OSLC), since the beginning of COVID 19.

OSLC is an annual event that has run 44 years, with the goal to create and motivate the leaders of Ontario by delivering powerful and inspiring messages that they can take back to their communities

Coming from a small town, being in the company of 2000 other students was a confusing transition, especially when the town of Hanover is foreign to most of the other schools, and the way JDSS had to describe where they came from, was; “around two hours from Toronto.” Although JDSS and all the other schools came from varying locations across Ontario, there were many things that they had in common, the most prominent, being a love for their schools and c

School Spirit

communities, and a hope to have a positive influence on the lives of others.

OSLC brought in many influential speakers to encourage these mindsets, speaking on messages such as helping those in need, making a positive mark on the world, making new of one’s school after COVID 19, how to draw out leadership qualities from oneself and others, and so much more Learning at the largest leadership conference in Canada did not only just give the leaders of JDSS ideas as listed, but it gave them a chance to bravely immerse themselves into groups of unfamiliar students who were able to offer firsthand leadership advice at the same value the professional speakers

Overall, the JDSS students who attended OSLC gained many valuable lessons, anecdotes, skills, inspirations, and more, and those who are not graduating this year, are excited to attend OSLC45

If you are interested in other leadership opportunities and initiatives at JDSS please see Mrs Watson

Contribution From: Ava Pentand

JDSS Student Council in Niagara Falls at the OSLC 44 Conference

Pictured from Top to Bottom, Left to Right: Nolan Murray, Janah Stassen, Ethan Enns, Briar Harper, Daphne Mannerow, Hilgard Stassen, Oscar Hulskemper, Jesse Murphy Marshall, Tony Furtado, Miles Hulskemper, Tanner Doersam, Alex Boyko, Evie Kingston, Ms Watson, Kaylee Lantz, Ava Pentland, Sada Bell, & Ms Walker

Therapy Dog Visit

Jack Chapter has organized for a therapy dog team from St John Ambulance to visit JDSS on a monthly basis Their first visit was on November 23. By interacting with Thora, the dog that visited, students were brought joy and comfort, and it helped them destress Students who were having a tough day especially benefited from Thora's presence We can't wait to have Thora and her handler back on December 21.

Green Committee

Jack Chapter

A Cup For Your Mental Health

You can’t pour from an empty cup This was the message Jack Chapter promoted at their event on November 24 They told students if you do not take care of yourself, you will not be able to take care of others because you will have nothing left to give The Chapter helped students practice self care by handing out free hot chocolate that morning All they asked is that in return students did their best to fill someone else’s cup and brighten their day!

Spread Positivity

GSA & Social Equity Committee

As part of the JDSS Social Equity team, The Gender & Sexuality Alliance is a place where everyone is welcome Our council, which consists of members 2SLGBTQIA + community and allies, maintains a safe space where our identities and self expression are validated and respected We aim to consistently educate ourselves and our peers, who are willing to listen, on a diverse number of topics, issues and hardships faced by our community We strive to provide social support to people who are in need of it We would like to develop a focus in advocacy for the voices at JDSS that experience intersectional gender based violence, homophobia, transphobia and marginalization; and raise them up It is our goal to connect with our community at large and collaborate with other GSAs within the Bluewater District School Board

Students Pictured with Therapy Dog Thora Top to Bottom, Left to Right: Zoey Hopkins, Olivia Graham, Thora, & Gabrielle Gallant

Contribution From: Kaylee Lantz

Advice for Students from Community Members & Teachers

As times can get tough for students headed into high school or students already in high school, everyone could always use a great piece of advice

Community Members from Serenity Retirement Living and teachers from JDSS were thrilled to be a part of the newspaper that would offer advice to the students who need it the most

Contribution From: Elianna Olver & Ava Pentland

What Do Students Expect in High School?

Contribution

Next year a new group of students will enter the doors of JDSS Senior School as Grade 9's With the help of Grade 8 staff, Grade 8 Students were given the opportunity to express their opinion on what they expect high school to be like

From: Brook Coville

THE PAST, PRESENT, & FUTURE OF YOU

JOHN DIEFENBAKER SENIOR SCHOOL NEWSPAPER

Contributors

Ava Pentland, Braden Bartlett, Brook Coville, Elianna Olver, Kaylee Lantz, Ms MacLaughlin, Ms Morris, Ms Murray Ms Weber, Mrs Donnelly, & Mrs Mitchell

Special thank you to Members of Serenity Retirement Home, Grade 8 Students, Ms. Weppler, Mr. Cooke, Mr. Riddick, & JDSS Administrative Staff