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2025 2026 Calendar Information

Please see the information for the 2025-2026 Calendar for CCHS CCHS Grade 10-12 Calendar 2025-2026 CCHS Gr7 9 Calendar 2025 26 2025-2026 Calendar - Letter to Community

Lethbridge Polytechnic Exploratory Days

Lethbridge Polytechnic is thrilled to share that registration for Exploratory Days 2025 is now open to students!Here, students will have the chance to participate in exciting program specific sessions…

**Career & Employment Fair**

ATTENTION all students and job seekers! CCHS will be holding a Career & Employment Fair on April 3rd in the CRC. CCHS students will be called down to the CRC between 1:30 pm and 3:30 pm to visit with…

Young Women in Trades and Technology - Taber Camp

Career & Employment Fair 2025

CCHS, FCSS, and MCG Careers Inc. will be hosting a Career & Employment Fair! Date:  April 3, 2025Location:  Vulcan CRCTimes: 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm for students at CCHS to learn more about careers, local…

School Calendar Engagement Session - March 5th 6-8pm…

The VPE and CCHS School Council’s invite you to a community engagement sessionon March 5 th at County Central High School in the Palliser Room, from 6:00PM-8:00PM. The purpose of this engagement session…

Scholarships for Grade 11 Students

Horatio Alger Scholarship Eligibility Criteria includes: - Grade 11 student- Demonstrates financial need ($65,000 or lower adjusted gross household income)- Canadian citizenship

Let's Go Rural - EMS Careers

Interested in a career with EMS? On February 11th from 6-8PM, RhPAP will be hosting a 2-hour webinar called How Do I Get There? Emergency Medical Services in collaboration with Alberta Health Services…

Town of Vulcan Summer Employment

Summer Employment: https://www.townofvulcan.ca/opportunities/career-opportunities

Town of Vulcan Summer Employment 2025

2024-2025 School Calendar

The calendar lists all PD days and non school days.

No School for JH Students January 24th & 27th

Just a reminder there are no classes for Junior High Students January 24th and 27th.  Semester 2 starts Tuesday January 28th for all grades!  

U of A Get Away

Pack your bags... Here comes the university test drive! The University of Alberta is whisking away 20 lucky Grade 11 students to their Augustana Campus in Camrose. Join them for a whirlwind weekend with…

Grade 10 Field Trip to MRU and SAIT

Our grade 10 students got to spend the day visiting both Mount Royal University Campus and SAIT campus December 10th

University of Alberta Getaway 2025 for Grade 11 students!

University of Alberta is now accepting applications for U of A Getaway 2025! New this year — students can apply to attend the event at the Augustana Campus (900+ students) in Camrose.  Their adventure…

How Do I Get There? - Dental Careers

The Rural Health Professions Action Plan (RhPAP) is excited to invite you to the next "How Do I Get There? session" for the 2024/2025 school year! How Do I Get There? – Dental Careers will be hosted…

Young Women in Trades and Technologies - Parent /…

CCHS Annual Post-Secondary ELAA Fair

We are holding our annual Post-Secondary ELAA Fair on Tuesday, November 19th. High School classes will be called down next Tuesday, beginning with the Grade 12's at 9:30 am , then the 11's and the 10's…

Parent Meeting - Junior Girls Basketball

Junior Girls basketball (grades 7-9) Parent meeting - Thursday November 14 @ 5:30pm in the Learning Commons.

Parent Council Wed November 13th @ 5:30 PM

There will be a parent council meeting Wednesday November 13th at 5:30PM in the learning commons. Hope to see you there!

Joy to Job Engineering Webinar

Ready to dive into the world of engineering and ignite your passion for innovation?  This engaging session is your gateway to exploring the exciting possibilities within the field of engineering, whether…

Daylight Savings - Clocks roll back this weekend!

This year, daylight saving time ends Sunday, Nov. 3rd, with clocks rolling back one hour at 2:00 am.    

Report Cards and Parent Teacher Interview Bookings…

Attention parents and guardians.   Report Cards will be released on November 1st on Edsby.   You will also be able to book Parent Teacher Interviews on Edsby.  They are taking place on November 6…

Junior Curling Tryout/Practice Information

Jr. High (Grade 7-9) Practices Wednesday 4pm - 5:30pm (Starting Later in Nov) Coach - LoraLee Wyatt If interested please sign the sheet outside Ms. Seamans office   League nights Begin after christmas…

Senior Curling Tryout/Practice Information

Sr. High (Grade 10-12)   Practices    Tuesday November 5 - 3:45 pm Thursday November 7 - 3:45 (after school)      League nights Thursdays @ 7pm (TBD) Coach : Jana Bartsch  All Practices are at…

CCHS Junior High Basketball Tryout/Practice Information

Junior BOYS  Monday November 4, 5:30 pm in small gym Wednesday November 6, 5:00 pm in small gym Thursday November 7, 5:00 pm in small gym Junior Boys you need to recruit!!!  If you are interested in…

CCHS Senior Basketball Tryout/Practice Information

SENIOR GIRLS   Tuesday November 5, 3:45 pm in CRC Thursday November 7, 3:45 pm in CRC Girls - we need to recruit!! If you are at all interested please come to practice or contact Ms. Seaman   SENIOR…

Trades 4U

Trades 4U is open to students in Grade 9 to Grade 12 - Hands-on experience to try a trade - Spend the evening learning from local skilled tradespeople - Evening event to accommodate parents/guardians…

No School - PD Day Friday October 25th

Just a reminder there is no school for students on Friday October 25th as it is a PD Day for staff. Enjoy the long weekend!

CCHS School Council AGM - October 23rd @5:30PM

Due to insufficient attendance at the previously scheduled meeting, the AGM has been rescheduled to Wednesday October 23rd at 5:30pm. If you have any questions or want more information please let us know!

Picture Retake Day Friday October 18th

Reminder that Friday October 18th is Picture Retake Day here at CCHS!

Lethbridge Polytechnic - Pathway to Public Safety…

Lethbridge Polytechnic would like to invite you to their Pathway to Public Safety Networking Day on Oct. 31 ! It will be a fantastic opportunity for students interested in a career in public safety to…

Dual Credit Course Information Session

Dual Credit information for semester two is now available at www.palliseroffcampus.ca. The online info session is at 6:30pm Tuesday, October 15. Register for the info session at bit.ly/dualcreditinfofall2024.…

REACH Snack Box Sale - October 17th (pre-order by…

Cost is $3.00 for 1 snack box. Contains Pepperoni, cheese, crackers and juice box.First REACH snack box delivered at lunch in Learning Commons lunchroom on Oct. 17th. Please pre-order on School Cash before…

Poutine Lunch on October 10th (Pre-order before the…

Our Headstrong group is doing a "Grateful Gravy Poutine" sale. Tuesday October 10th poutines will be served in the Hawks Nest at lunch for anyone who has ordered one. Poutines can be pre-ordered before…

Fall Semester 50/50 Online fundraiser!

The CCHS Athletics Committee is excited to announce our Fall Semester 50/50 Online fundraiser! Grab your tickets now!  The CCHS Athletics Committee is a standing committee of the Friends of County…

No School for Students September 27th & 30th

Just a reminder to our families, there is no school for students September 27th & 30th. We will see everyone back on Tuesday October 1st.  Have a wonderful and relaxing weekend.

Orange Shirt Day Photo

Students and staff gathered for a photo in their orange shirts.

Rural Outreach & Mentorship Initiative

The Rural Outreach and Mentorship Initiative (ROMI) is a program run through the Society of Rural Physicians of Canada. This program provides mentorship to high school students from rural areas by connecting…

Truth and Reconciliation Display

In our main foyer we have this display for Truth and Reconciliation. Our students worked together to plan and set up this display.

Meet the Teacher Night - Wednesday September 18th…

Wednesday September 18th 4:30pm to 6:30pm Mix and mingle with staff , dinner is being provided (Hamburgers & Hot Dogs)  

Discovery Days in Health Sciences

Jostens Grad Display for Grad Class of 2025 - Tuesday…

Please see the information from Jostens.  They will be setting up a table in our front foyer on Tuesday September 17th from 11am to 12:30pm with all their items.    Please feel free to drop in and…

Welcome Back Pancake Breakfast - Sept 20th

Welcome back to a new school year! CCHS School Council would once again like to host a welcome back pancake breakfast for the staff and students of CCHS on Friday, Sept. 20. If you can volunteer please…

School Picture Day - Wednesday September 11th

Just a reminder to our families and students that Wednesday September 11th is Picture Day!  

School Council AGM Wednesday Oct 2 @ 7PM

School Supply Lists - Senior High

School Supply Lists -Junior High

School Council Quick Minutes

If you would like to view the full minutes please visit the School Council tab

Semester 2 Fees

All semester 2 fees have been added to School Cash accounts. You can click here to access School Cash online. if you haven't already set up an account you will need to do that and search for your student(s)…

High School Youth Researcher Summer Program

The Research Services Office from the University of Calgary is accepting applications from Grade 11 high school students for the 2024 (HYRS) program.  The HYRS Program seeks students who are well-rounded,…

Summer Research Program for Grade 11 Students

WISEST (Women in Scholarship, Engineering, Science, and Technology) is calling all STEMinists! Summer Research Program Applications are open now!  Open to all grade 11, female or gender-diverse students who…

SchoolCash- Lunchbox

We are excited to announce a new lunch program that is being offered, organized and run through School Cash. This hot lunch option is super easy and will be offered weekly. Feel free to order as often…

Attendance Policy

Starting March 4, 2024 we are following the attendance and late policy as set out below. All the students were brought together for an assembly to advise them as well.   Frequent Lateness   When a student…

High Level Innovation Conference

The High Level Innovation Conference is focused on tech, tourism, and gaming. We anticipate approximately 80 Exhibitors in tourism, food and agriculture, the trades, BIPOC businesses, gaming and emerging…

Nursing Careers - How do I get there?

RhPAP is hosting a webinar for students in grades 9 to 12. They will learn more about a career in rural nursing after high school.  In this session, discover post-secondary pathways to nursing and hear…

2024 Horatio Alger Canadian Scholarship for Grade…

DESCRIPTION The Horatio Alger Association of Canada provides $1.2 million annually in need-based scholarship support for deserving students in all Canadian provinces and territories.Scholarships of up…

Olds College "Careers in Ag" Presentation

Canadian Gap Year Expo

Not sure what you want to do after Grad? Would you love the opportunity to travel, build your resume, or start a business before university, but not sure how to take the first step?Join the Canadian Gap…

Olds College Program Info Webinars

Olds College offers Webinar Wednesdays beginning on January 17,2024. Registration is open for the following webinars: Jan 17:  Hospitality, Brewmaster, Business Jan 24: Agriculture Technology Jan 31:…

School Closure- Friday, January 12

Due to the combination of the extremely cold temperatures and the high wind-chill values, we will be closing schools across Palliser School Division tomorrow, Friday, January 12th. Please note buses are…

Cold Weather

The cold weather has arrived. Be sure you are prepared and dressed for the weather. Even if you drive to and from school you need to be prepared in the event of a vehicle issue! 

Dhillon School of Business Conference for High School…

If you are in grades 10 to 12 and interested in exploring the Dhillon school of Business at the University of Lethbridge, please contact Mrs. Dobson ASAP!  

University of Lethbridge Merit Award Winners

We would like to congratulate our five grade 12 students who have been awarded the University of Lethbridge Merit Award. This award is given to grade 12 students who held an average of 80% or higher…

Rural Outreach & Mentorship Initiative

A mentorship opportunity for students interested in the medical field.  A diverse team of medical students from all over Canada come together to support youth living in rural communities. Students are…

Minister's Back to School Letter

Please read the attached letter from the Office of the Minister regarding the 2023-2024 school year. Minister's Back to School Letter- August 2023  

August Letter to Families

August Letter to Families - 2023

School Supply Lists

County Central Junior High Supply List County Central Senior High Supply List

CCHS School Council Casino

Friends of CCHS is looking for volunteers for our Casino Fundraiser Event on August 17 & 18, 2023! This fundraising event brings in roughly $45,000 every three years to benefit the students of CCHS. Over…

2023-2024 Europe Trip Information

To view information on the 2024 Europe trip please click here: https://www.countycentral.ca/download/419933 If anyone has any questions please contact Don Monts at don.monts@pallisersd.ab.ca. Thanks!

Lethbridge College Road to Ready

Careers Summer Job Opportunity

Memo - CCHS Fundraising

Please see the attached memo from Palliser School Division regarding CCHS fundraising.

Alberta Open Farm Days 2023

Alberta Open Farm Days is a collaborative, province-wide event that gives Albertans an opportunity to understand where their food comes from and experience the farm. For information on this free event…

June Final Exam Schedule

Here is the June Final Exam schedule. Please note the last day of regular classes for Grade 10-12 students is June 14th.  The last days of regular classes for Grade 7-9 is June 16th. Even though regular…

Parent Post-Secondary Planning Information Session

If you were unable to attend the session in person please review the attachment and let Mrs. Dobson know if you have any questions. Thanks! Post Secondary Transition Presentation

Ag Science Data Camp

Ag Data Science Camp is a five-day overnight camp offered free of charge to approved high school students in grades 11 and 12 interested in transforming the future of agriculture through data science…

Friends of CCHS Pancake Mix Fundraiser

The Friends of CCHS is hosting a fundraiser to raise money for the end of the year celebration for CCHS. P&H has generously donated 150 bags of pancake mix for this fundraiser. 100% of the proceeds go…

Letter to Parents - CCHS Front Doors

Please see the letter from Ms. Hellman in regards to CCHS front doors.   This letter was also emailed to all parents and guardians of our students.

School Cash Online

Click https://palliserschooldivision.schoolcashonline.com/ to access School Cash Online

Report Cards- Edsby

Report cards were published this morning and are viewable on Edsby. If you can't log in or haven't been set up on the app yet please contact the office. Please note that report cards are not accessible…

Quest for Excellance

The RE/MAX Quest for Excellence Scholarship Program is a great opportunity for your grade 12 students to earn a cash scholarship in recognition for their ongoing community contributions and pursuit of…

Resetting EDSBY App

If you haven’t downloaded the EDSBY App it is recommended that you do.  It is a very useful tool.  Final Marks and Report Cards will be posted on Edsby as well.  Call the office at 403-485-2223 or…

CCHS Study Strategies

With exams starting we wanted to share with families some study strategies. CCHS Study Strategies If anyone wants more information on Diploma exams you can visit the website below: https://www.alberta.ca/writing-diploma-exams.aspx

Rural Outreach and Mentorship Initiative

For any students interested in healthcare/medicine careers, there is a group called Rural Outreach and Mentorship Initiative (ROMI), a program run by the Society of Rural Physicians of Canada.  This…

Letter to Parents- November 25, 2022

Please see the attached letter to parents regarding information from the Minister of Education. Letter to Parents- November 25, 2022

Youth Wellness Leader Certification

Ever Active Schools along with the YMCA of Lethbridge are presenting a training program for students interested in facilitating recreation programming (such as summer camps). The 2-day program is free…

Edsby App and Edsby Parent Information Page

Invites for the new school app Edsby have been sent out to parents. Please ensure that you are using the email link to activate your account and download the app. This is a very informative tool and most…

County Central Hawks School Clothing

Every Friday is 'School Spirit' day where students and staff are encouraged to wear their Hawks clothing. We are taking orders for hoodies, t-shirts etc.  Cheque or cash can also be accepted in the office…

Meet Our New Staff!

New Staff Member Introductions

August Letter to Parents & Guardians

CCHS August Letter to Parents & Guardians

2022-2023 School Supply Lists

2022-2023 Junior High Supply List 2022-2023 Senior High Supply List  

Grad 2021 Videos

The 2021 Grad drive in ceremony and parade videos have been uploaded to our Youtube page. Be sure to check them out and share with your friends and families! CCHS Grad parade 2021 CCHS 2021 Grad Drive…

Counselling

In light of the COVID-19 situation, effective immediately, all face-to-face counselling appointments will be moved to tele-counselling format (Google hangout or phone). Please let Ms. Hill know your…

$3,000 Vocational and Technical Scholarship

Horatio Alger Vocational & Technical Education Scholarships 25 $3,000 Scholarships funded through the generosity of the Members of the Horatio Alger Association of Canada The Vocational & Technical…

4-year Morehead-Cain Scholarship for 2020 grads

The Morehead-Cain Scholarship covers all expenses for four years of undergraduate study at UNC–Chapel Hill. It also features a distinctive program of summer enrichment experiences designed to stretch…

$1,000 South Country Co-op Scholarship

How to apply for South Country Co-op's $1,000 Scholarship Program: Applicants must meet the following criteria in order to be considered for a scholarship:　 The applicant’s family must be a member…

Signing up with myPass in order to see Diplomas in…

Please see the attached document on how to sign up for myPass in order to see Grade 12 diplomas in July.  Students can begin signing up for myPass in Grade 10.Signing up with myPass

Alexander Rutherford scholarship application online

The online application for Alexander Rutherford is online. You can apply through the Students Finance System (SFS) on the Student Aid Alberta website. To find out more about what you need to apply,…

Palliser Bus App

Palliser’s free bus status app now available The arrival of winter weather inevitably brings cold, snowy mornings that leave many Palliser families wondering whether school buses are running late or…