Dear Students:

On behalf of the staff of Johnston Heights Secondary, it is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the 2009-2010 school year. Johnston Heights is an outstanding school where we are very proud of our record of excellence in Academics, Fine Arts, Practical Arts, Citizenship and Athletics. As the "Home of Eagle Pride" we celebrate the spirit and traditions that result from our pursuit of educational excellence. We anticipate your contributions to our culture of success and invite you to become a member of our community of excellence.

As a members of the Johnston Heights community we trust that you will commit to learning and contributing to the best of your ability. We encourage you to REACH for excellence through:

• R respect for each other, our environment, and all
• E excellence to be the best we can
  
• A attitude to be positive and caring
  
• C community; working together in a respectful environment
  
• H honour: trust and honesty.

Each of you has your own unique talents and interests. Our staff and programs are here to help you to discover your gifts and develop new interests. In order to succeed, develop good habits now to help you in your future. Never underestimate the value of hard work, attend class regularly and on time, complete your assignments, contribute to our community through your leadership and service and accept responsibility for your actions.

Please take the time to review our school's Web Site. It helps to promote and celebrate our safe, caring, respectful and productive school community. I am sure you will find it an excellent source of information.

The new school year brings many wonderful opportunities for growth in learning and citizenship. We wish you success and joy and look forward to working with you!

Mr. K. Hignell
Principal