JOHN BURKE HIGH SCHOOL

NLSchools Personal Electron Device Policy

NLSchools has developed a Personal Electronic Device Policy that will come into effect when school resumes in the New Year.

Students, parents / guardians are encouraged to review the policy which can be found here.

The district has developed a Frequently Asked Questions document that can be viewed.

This policy will apply to cell phones, smart watches, music playing devices, ear buds/head phones, etc. 

An exception application is available for students/parents/guardians.  These requests will be reviewed on a case by case basis.

Midterm Exam Schedule

Revised midterm exam schedule can be viewed here along with notes about the exam period.

Cybersecurity Incident - PowerSchool

The Department of Education has been notified by PowerSchool that there has been a data security incident involving their information systems.

Parents/Guardians are asked to review the following memo for further details.

eNLightened Curriculum Portal

The Department of Education has developed an online curriculum portal, the public can access information concerning Gr. 7-9 curriculum through the following site: http://www.enlightened.gov.nl.ca/

Reporting Student Absences

The Safe Arrival reporting system will let you report an absence in advance by using either a mobile app or website.

The following instructions will guide you on how to report absences.

Alternatively, you can report an absence by calling the school (832-2990) or emailing (johnburkehigh@nlschools.ca)

Automatic phone calls will go out each day at 11 am and 6 pm, this is sent using the SchoolMessenger system.  If you would like to receive text messages from this system please view the following document for instructions.  A student’s attendance can also be checked by a parent/guardian from their PowerSchool account.  If you do not have your account information please contact the school and we will provide it to you.

When a student needs to leave during the day, parents/guardians should call the school to grant permission for them to leave.

Tutoring and Learning supports