ᕿᑎᖅᖠᖅ ᐃᓕᓐᓂᐊᕐᕕᒃ Qitiqliq Middle School
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MORNING SCHOOL CLOSURE - WEATHER RELATED
FRIDAY, JANUARY 17, 2025
Qitiqliq Middle School is closed FOR THE MORNING SESSIONS for ALL STUDENTS and STAFF.
An additional update will be provided later on before noon regarding the afternoon class sessions.
UPDATE (12:29pm)
QMS will remain closed for staff and students this afternoon. There are no classes this afternoon.
Please keep safe.
NO CLASSES FOR QMS STUDENTS
SUNDAY, JANUARY 12, 2024
There will be no morning or afternoon classes for QMS students on MONDAY, JANUARY 13th.
Staff will report to work as needed and make arrangements as it relates to their individual attendance to the funeral and remembrance proceedings for long-time teacher, Ms. Mary P. Mamgark.
6A HOMEROOM ARTWORK
FRIDAY, JANUARY 10, 2025
Completed artwork by class 6A were installed and displayed for everyone to see. The homeroom teacher taught students step-by-step to re-purpose cardboard and paper towel rolls into colourful sculptural pieces.
CHRISTMAS PLAY AT JAHS
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2024
Qitiqliq Middle School student visited John Arnalukjuak High School to enjoy the play called "Lost in Arviat".
SCHOOL DANCE
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2024
The Grade 8 students helped to organize the first school dance of the year. The dance was part of a fundraising effort.
CHRISTMAS SINGING
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2024
Students and staff gathered to enjoy Christmas activities and singing. Through the support and funding provided through Jordan's Principle, students were able to receive an Under Armor gym bag and water bottle as well as gym shoes, a shirt, and sweatpants.
FEAST AT QMS
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2024
Students, staff, and elders gathered at QMS to celebrate the closing of the year with a feast. The chefs at our school and important staff who hunted and harvested fish and meat were vital in providing a strong traditional connection to reinforce and strengthen students' awareness and appreciation.
BAKE SALE
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2024
The Grade 8 students and their teachers organized a bake sale to raise money. Stay tuned for the next bake sale and fundraising efforts from the Grade 8s and their teachers.
MORNING SCHOOL CLOSURE - WEATHER RELATED
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2024 (7:30AM)
Qitiqliq Middle School is closed FOR THE MORNING SESSIONS for ALL STUDENTS.
An additional update will be provided later on before noon regarding the afternoon class sessions.
Please keep safe.
COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2024
The local RCMP visited QMS early in the morning to help make breakfast for students - pancakes were on the menu.
MORNING SCHOOL CLOSURE - WEATHER RELATED
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2024 (8:00AM)
Qitiqliq Middle School is closed FOR THE MORNING SESSIONS for ALL STUDENTS.
An additional update will be provided later on before noon regarding the afternoon class sessions.
Please keep safe.
SCHOOL CLOSURE - WEATHER RELATED
UPDATE: (12:48pm)
The school will remain closed for all students and staff.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2024 (8:14AM)
Qitiqliq Middle School is closed FOR THE MORNING SESSIONS for ALL STUDENTS.
An additional update will be provided later on before noon regarding the afternoon class sessions.
Please keep safe.
SCHOOL CAMP VISIT
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2024
In the week of October 21st to 25th, each homeroom class took turns to visit the QMS school camp. One class visited in the morning while another class visited during the after blocks.
MOON PHASES ACTIVITY
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2024
Students use Oreo cookies to re-create the phases of the moon in science class.
SOAPSTONE CARVING SESSSION
with CONNECTED NORTH
October 16, 2024
Students from class 7C had an enjoyable session with Connected North.
Students used the soapstone materials and tools provided through Connected North to learn how to transform a polar bear template by adding separation of the feet and shaping a nose, a tail, and ears. The instructor joined the students live via a dedicated broadband video connection.
FIRE DRILL COMING UP
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2024 ***UPDATED POST***
Students and parents, please be prepared for an upcoming fire drill at QMS.
The drill will take place on TUESDAY AFTERNOON (October 15th)
Students, know your exits. Ask questions to teachers.
Follow all instructions during the drill.
Be orderly and quiet so that you can listen well.
WRESTLING CAMP ***UPDATE***
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2024
WHO: For grade 6 and up
LOCATION: John Arnalukjuak High School
WHEN: OCTOBER 14, 15, 16, & 17 (MON to THU)
***Monday finish by 4:30pm***
--- Tuesday to Thursday join us after school ---
CONTACT: Davey Akat
COACH: Nunavut Head Coach, Chris Crook (Cambridge Bay)
AFTER SCHOOL BOARD GAMES CLUB
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2024
An afterschool board games club will be starting up soon.
WHEN: Every Tuesday
TIME: 3:50pm to 4:30pm
An upcoming notice and permission slip will be provided to students who wish to participate.
Parents, please expect a notice or contact the school if you wish to provide permission in advance. If you wish to volunteer your support and join the fun, please let us know.
INDOOR SHOES NEEDED
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2024
Students were reminded on Wednesday, October 2nd that indoor shoes will be needed starting October 7th.
Please ensure that your child brings a pair of shoes which can be used within the school.
GYM GEAR ARRIVAL
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2024
QMS has recently received an order of gym gear. The gear has been organized and will be distributed according to the data used when the order was placed during the 2023-2024 school year.
SCHOOL CLOSED - WEATHER RELATED
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2024 (8:27AM) (Updated at 11:37AM)
Qitiqliq Middle School is closed today for ALL STUDENTS - No school for the entire day.
The school will remain closed for the rest of the day for ALL TEACHERS and STAFF.
Please keep safe.
September Assembly - "Orange Shirt Day"
Friday, September 27, 2024
QMS first school assembly of the year welcomed the grade 6 students with a traditional cheer and the "hot potato" group activity and also celebrated those selected as Student of the Month recipients.
Students and staff also showed solidarity by wearing their orange shirts to help honour the memories, testimonials, and the loss of felt by survivors of Residential Schools in Canada.
TERRY FOX RUN - GOAL REACHED!!
September 20, 2024
Students from each school in Arviat participated in the Terry Fox Run.
Qitiqliq Middle School students were able to raise enough funds to exceed this year's goal of $500.
TERRY FOX RUN
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
The annual Terry Fox Run for hope and run for cancer research is happening starting at 1:30pm.
Let's RUN! Let's WALK! Let's BIKE!
The event kicks off in front of our partner, the John Arnalukjuak High School.
Make a donation to any one of our local kiddies or visit the QMS donation page. $500 is our goal. Hit the link below.
See you at the BBQ by the high school after your walk.
WRESTLING CAMP
WHO:
For grade 6 and up
LOCATION:
John Arnalukjuak High School
WHEN:
TBD - Keep an eye out for new dates.
CONTACT:
Davey Akat
COACH:
Nunavut Head Coach, Chris Crook (Cambridge Bay)
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