Archbishop Jordan Catholic High School

2009 - 2010 ABJ Game Club News and Philosophy

Philosophy
Here at ABJ we recognize that students all have different interests and talents. The ABJ Gaming Club was created to ensure that all students have a place to call their own and to be a part of the ABJ family. Anyone and everyone is welcome to be a part of the ABJ Gaming Club.  

The Archbishop Jordan Gaming Club was started by Mr. Stephan Johnson and Mr. Mike Joly. It allows students with other talents to express their abilities and to interact with other students in a friendly, positive manner while enjoying gaming against each other. This provides students and staff an excellent opportunity to interact with a teacher team and to interact with peers.

The entrance fee to become a part of the gaming club is $20. This money is used to purchase games and equipment for the gaming club. To become a member of the gaming club, you should see Mr. Joly (room 209), Mr. Johnson (room 204), or Mr. Crosbie (room 127) and you will be signed up upon receipt of the money. Games will be played in Mr. Joly's and Mr. Johnson's room at lunch and also after school in some cases. 

Recent News
With the beginning of another school year comes another fabulous year at the ABJ Gaming Club. Games that will be played include Halo 3: ODST, Halo 3, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare (possibly part two), Rock Band 2, and other games yet to be determined.

There is also the possibility of another charity fund-raiser...so listen to the announcements and be a part of this amazing experience where we stress the Christian duties of service to others and community.

2009 36-Hour Game-A-Thon for Cerebral Palsy
Last year over spring break the ABJ Game Club put on a fundraiser for the Cerebral Palsy Association of Alberta. Our original goal was to raise $5000 as a donation to the CPAA. By the end of the 36 hours, we had raised $2500 more than our goal for a total of $7500.

We would like to thank the students who raised the money and the staff who dedicated their time to this worthy cause. Our success was 100% dependent upon your effort.

For more information about the ABJ 36-hour game-a-thon, check out this article.

2008 Halo 3 Tournament
The tournament was a total success. Despite the April snow storm, we had 42 teams competing with each other for the $1500 first prize. Thanks to all who helped out and participated. We hope it was something you'll remember for a number of years with fond memories. 

We would like to thank the following who helped ensure this tournament was a success: Microsoft, Blends, Coca-Cola, Sorrentino's, Quiznos,. Edo, ABJ Parent Council, Mr. David Hay from Salisbury Composite High School, Mr. Scott Matichuk and all of the teacher volunteers from right here at Archbishop Jordan High School. You helped make this event a huge success and we here at the ABJ Gaming Club are extremely grateful. 

Some pictures of the action: