The AMPA sponsored Sock Hop is today - I’m sure all the students will enjoy this great and fun event and by the time they get home tonight you will hear all about it! Thanks to Chris (the DJ) and all the parents who organized and supervised this event. 

A reminder that there is no school tomorrow, Friday, and Monday due to the Teachers’ Convention and Family Day. As Family Day approaches, let's take a moment to reflect on the important role families play in raising secure and confident students. Family Day is more than just a day off; it's an opportunity to prioritize what truly matters – our loved ones. Wishing you all a joyful and memorable Family Day doing something your family enjoys the most!  

AMPA February Newsletter
Click here to get all the latest news from your Alex Munro Parent Council and Association!  

AMPA Fundraiser – Mom's Pantry
The latest AMPA fundraiser is Mom’s Pantry. Please look in your child’s backpack for the order forms which were sent home on Monday. 

Scotties Tournament of Hearts Field Trip – Grade 4-6
Curling Canada has provided Alex Munro school with enough tickets for all our grade 4-6 students to attend the Scotties Tournament of Hearts to watch some of the preliminary matches on February 21. Thanks to AMPA for funding the transportation costs (busses) to get our students to and from this event. Please ensure all field trip forms for this event are please signed and returned as soon as possible. 

Next Fun Lunch – Feb 27 – Subway
Orders can be made through www.healthyhunger.ca Deadline to order is 11:59pm on Thursday, Feb 22 

Before and After School Childcare Survey
To support our planning for next year, we are asking families to let us know their current before and after school childcare arrangements (if any) and if there is an interest in having more before and after school childcare options available to Alex Munro families. We are asking all families (including those who don’t currently use childcare) to take this quick 2 min survey prior to Fri, Feb 23. Thank You!  

Colonel Irvine Open House for Families in the English Program (Country Hills Families)
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. 

Black History Month
During the month of February, Calgary Board of Education students and staff will celebrate and explore the many contributions of Black Canadians, peoples, and communities worldwide. Black History Month is an opportunity for schools to amplify and spotlight the innovative, courageous, and inspiring voices, stories, and contributions of Black Canadians and communities. Throughout the month of February, the Calgary Public Library is hosting events dedicated to celebrating the lives, legacies, and voices of Black peoples and communities. 

On Sunday, Feb. 25, the Central Library in partnership with the Chinook County Historical Society will be hosting a screening and discussion of the film John Ware Reclaimed by filmmaker Cheryl Foggo, which follows her quest to re-examine the mythology surrounding John Ware, the Black cowboy who settled Alberta before the turn of the 20th Century. Foggo's research uncovers who this iconic figure might have been, and what his legacy means in terms of anti-Black racism. 

Upcoming Dates:
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 (1:30 – 3:00 pm)
February 27 – Fun Lunch – Subway (order cut off is Feb. 22 at 11:59 pm)
February 27 and March 1 – Drumming Residency with Métis Knowledge Keeper Chantal Chagnon during music class