This week the Canadian Climber was added to the gymnastics circuit in the gym. The students loved getting to climb up ladders, ropes, and bars. They are really enjoying the additional challenge the climber has brought to the gymnastics unit. Next week the students will be able to take the skills they have learned to complete a “Mission Impossible” style obstacle course. 

Kindergarten Registration
Kindergarten Registration for the 2024-25 school year began on January 15, 2024. Registration is completed online. More information is located here: https://cbe.ab.ca/registration/registration/Pages/default.aspx

Disposable Cups and Cutlery
Many students have been coming to school without spoons, forks, and water bottles for their lunch. Lunchroom staff has a very limited budget to provide for these items in emergency situations. However, one time use items are becoming more and more difficult to acquire. Lunchroom staff will no longer be providing these items to students. Please ensure you send cutlery and water bottles with your children if needed. Water fountains are available at all times as well. 

Outdoor Conditions | Extra Clothing
Due to the warmer conditions, our field is very wet and full of puddles. Students are having lots of fun, but also getting wet. Please talk to your children about trying to stay dry, and as a precaution please pack extra clothing. We currently have a shortage of pants, shirts and socks for students in grades 3-6. If you have clothing to donate, please drop off at the office.

Gymnastics Instruction | January 22 – February 8
Students have been exploring gymnastics in the gym, beginning with mat work, vaults, balances and the wall climber. Next week we will introduce a “Mission Impossible” style obstacle course. All teachers have been trained in climber and gymnastics safety procedures. Please ensure the following appropriate attire for this time period (teachers will be helping with this as well): 

• Head: long hair pulled back 
• Ears/Throat/Wrist: jewelry off 
• Shirt: one layer shirt 
• Waist: tucked in 
• Pants: sporty pants or shorts, no belts or zippers  
• Toes: bare feet, or running shoes laces tied and tucked in 

Fees
All school fees and field trip fees can be viewed by logging into your MyCBE account.  Most of the yearly fees are added to accounts in the fall, however, some fees (such as field trip fees) are added to your account throughout the school year. You may login to your MyCBE account to view which fees are paid and/or are outstanding.  For more information on school fees please refer to the CBE fees website. 

Staff Parking Lot – Please Do Not Use for Student Drop Off or Pick Up 
Although it is convenient to pull into our parking lot to drop off or pick up your child at or from school, parking lots are dangerous places when vehicles and children are in them at the same time. Parents, as contributing members of our community and to support our school, please do not enter our parking lot for pick up or drop off purposes. We have plenty of street parking around the school. Starting next week, we will be placing a sign and cones at the parking lot entrance to remind everyone of this important safety policy. Thank you for supporting the safety of our students. 

Sir John A. MacDonald Tour and Open House
On Thursday, February 8, students designated to SJAM for grade 7 may attend the grade 6 Orientation and Parent night. This will include: 

• a student tour of Sir John A. Macdonald (12:30 – 2:15 pm) 
• followed by an evening event for our grade 6 families. (5:30 – 7:00 pm)  
• More detailed information can be found on this attached invite 

Colonel Irvine Open House for Families in the English Program
On Wednesday, February 21 from 6:00-7:30 pm, students designated to Colonel Irvine School for grade 7 may attend the open house. See the attached invite  for more information. 

Late French Immersion Program at Georges P. Vanier School - Open House
Georges P. Vanier will be having their Open House for the Late French Immersion program Thursday, February 1st from 6:30 -7:30. This program is open to all students who are moving into Grade 7 for the 2024-2025 school year.  This presentation will be Hybrid. The school will be open for you to visit and listen to our teachers and students in person.   

If you prefer to join us virtually, please us the following link: Click here to join the meeting 

If you would like more information, please visit our school website. Please see the attached invitation for details as well. There is a presentation already posted on our school website as well. https://school.cbe.ab.ca/school/gpvanier/Pages/default.aspx 

Check out these free training sessions!
Closer to Home Community Services is offereing the following free sessions and social events for community members: Common Sense Parenting  Kids Connect Beddington  Youth Book Club  Home Alone Training for 9-11 year olds 

Upcoming Dates:  January 22 – Feb. 8 – Gymnastics instruction in the gym – please wear comfortable clothing
February 1 – Georges P. Vanier Open House – Any grade 6 students interested in late French Immersion.
February 8 – Sir John A Macdonald Open Hour/Tour for Huntington Hills Community Students
February 8 – Grade 5 in-school Mobile Escape Room
February 12 – Grade 1 Teacher's Pet in-school learning about “My World” 
February 14 – AMPA sponsored friendship “Sock Hop” 
February 15 and 16 – Teachers' Convention – No School for Students 
February 19 – Family Day – No School for Students
February 21 – Grade 4, 5, 6 attend Scotties Tourney of Hearts at Winsport in AM
February 21 – Colonel Irving Evening Open House for Grade 6 Country Hills Community Students
February 21 – Grade 2 Teacher's Pet in-school learning about “A Prairie Community in the Past”
February 23 – Grade 1 Celebration of Learning Assembly – 12:15 pm, All parents invited
February 26 – Winter Playday PM