We hope you enjoyed time with your family during the long weekend. We’ve had a few days of indoor recess and warmer weather is on its way! Please remember to dress warmly with hats, mitts, and snowpants. Strike Action by CUPE Local 40 | Monday, February 24
On Feb. 19, 2025, the CBE received 72-hour strike notice from CUPE Local 40 (CBE Employees working in Facility or Environmental Services). This means CUPE Local 40 will withdraw its services effective Monday, Feb. 24. All CBE schools and buildings will remain open and classes will continue. However, a strike will have an impact on schools and operations. Please refer to the email sent by CBE central office yesterday, Feb 19, for details on contingency planning as well as the anticipated impacts on school operations. Grade 4 Students and Parents | AB Education Assurance Survey
Every year, AB Education surveys students, their parents and all teachers on behalf of schools and school authorities to assess what is working well and where there is room for improvement. The survey asks students in grades 4, 7, 10, and their parents about their thoughts, feelings and experiences in school. The survey will be administered to grade 4 students in March 2025. Please contact Mr. Belcher or Ms. Sasha if you have any questions. You can also access the information sheet here. Grade 5 and 6 Students and Parents | CBE Student Survey
At the end of February, Alex Munro Grade 5 and 6 students will be participating in an online school perception survey for students called the CBE Student Survey. Please contact Mr. Belcher or Ms. Sasha if you have any questions. You can access the details of the survey implementation linked here.
Gymnastics | Wear Appropriate Attire
Equipment is set-up and students have enjoyed the first few days of mat work which includes balances, rolls, and small jumps. Week 2 will include the Canadian Climber, trestles, and box horses. Week 3 students will enjoy a Mission Impossible style obstacle course. Please ensure all students are jewellery free, with hair tied back, and wear loose clothing. Students will be wearing bare feet and/or running shoes. Pink Shirt Day – Feb 26
Pink Shirt Day is coming up on February 26. Let's show our support for kindness and stand up against bullying by wearing pink shirts to school. Together, we can create a positive and inclusive environment for everyone. See you all in pink! News from AMPA – Heart of Giving and Hoodie Orders
AMPA has teamed up with some of our leadership students for a Heart of Giving campaign to support the important values of servitude and giving back to the community. Please click here to read more about the Heart of Giving campaign. The school also requires new unused underwear and socks for both girls and boys to restock these items in our emergency clothing inventory. Heart of Giving donations as well as clothing for the school can be dropped in the Heart of Giving bin by the front office. AMPA is also offering school Hoodies for sale again this year! Please click here for order form and sizing chart. Traffic and Pedestrian Safety
Our patrols are doing a great job helping everyone cross at our crosswalk on 78th Ave, however many people are still jaywalking at various points in front of and on the west side of the school. For the safety of all, please use the crosswalk. We also need to remind all parents and community members that the speed limit in and around the school is 30km or lower. Please drive slowly in these zones and pay close attention to all your surroundings as we have had some reports of drivers going too fast as well as students crossing in unsafe ways. Let’s take care of each other by following these traffic/pedestrian expectations. Thank you for supporting the safety of our students. Term 2 – Mathematics Marks will Be Published in PowerSchool
Starting in mid-February, teachers will be publishing marks and assignment updates in PowerSchool on an ongoing basis. This will give parents the opportunity to view current marks through MyCBE PowerSchool on a more regular basis. Please ensure you have a parent account set up in order to see marks, report cards, fees, etc. For parents without a MyCBE account, to create one see: MyCBE - Creating an Account Upcoming Dates
February 18 – March 7 – Gymnastics and Canadian Climber unit (please wear comfortable clothing)
February 20 – Georges P. Vanier Open House for Gr 6 students wanting French Immersion for Gr. 7
February 21 – School Spirit Day – Jersey Day!
February 26 – Pink Shirt Day
February 27 – Sir John A. MacDonald Open House for Grade 6 students 5:00 – 6:30pm
February 28 – Non-instructional Day – No School for Students | 