With the beautiful weather this week, students have been enjoying more opportunities for outdoor learning, such as observing seasonal changes, using the natural environment to inspire their writing while, and building their French vocabulary and oral language skills. 

We are also proud of our Grade 4 and 5 students who chose to participate in Mount Royal University’s 14th annual Math Contest. Their commitment to attending Math Club during lunch and their willingness to take on this challenge is commendable—bravo! 

In Line Skating  

In Line Skating will start Monday May 4 until June 1. If you would like your child to use their own helmet please ensure their name is labeled inside the helmet. Thank you 

Yellow Steps 

Yellow Steps program starts Thursday May 7 running thru to June 2. Please see your child(ren)’s Google Classroom for further details. 

Head Lice 

We have had a few reported cases of head lice in the school recently. We ask that you please check your child’s hair regularly and treat promptly if needed. 

Head lice are common among school-aged children. They do not spread disease and are not related to cleanliness. 

If your child does have head lice, please inform the school. We will notify families in the affected classroom while maintaining your child’s confidentiality. 

You can check for head lice at home. Use a fine-toothed comb. Part small sections of hair in a place with good light. Using a magnifying glass can help. You can also check with a doctor, who will ask about symptoms and check the scalp and hair for lice and nits, Opens dialog. 

Here is a link to My Health Alberta for more information on head lice and how to treat it.  

https://myhealth.alberta.ca/health/pages/conditions.aspx?Hwid=abr8604 

myBlueprint Family Webinar Series 

 MyBlueprint is offering a free 2-part webinar series for families of Grade 9-12 students, to build clarity, confidence, and a plan for post-secondary success. This series to support families and teens with transitioning from high school to post secondary. 

  • Session 1: Beyond Grades: Helping Your Teen Build Clarity and Confidence (recorded session); 
  • Session 2: From Insight to Action: Turning Self-Discovery into Post-Secondary Decisions (live session Thursday, May 7 4:30 PM. MT) 
  • Link: Registration Link 

Toys/Personal Items from Home  

We are finding that students are bringing many toys and personal items from home. These include sport balls, toy ducks, stuffies and action figures, etc. Please do not send your child to school with these items as they become a distraction, sometimes can be the cause of conflict, and may get lost or go missing. As a reminder, our priority is on student learning and when toys and personal items become the focus for conversation, it takes away from the support we provide for learning. Please note that the school is not responsible for any lost or stolen items. 

Save the date – Kindergarten/New Grade 1 Student Orientation 

We will be hosting all future Kindergarten parents and students, as well as new grade 1 students, for an orientation on the evening of Thursday, June 4, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM  

View Upcoming Dates of Significance 

Have a wonderful weekend, enjoying this glorious weather,  

Allison Hull, principal, and Cathy Johnson, assistant principal