A Great Week with SoundKreations!
Our SoundKreations Hip-Hop Dance Residency was a great experience for students, and it was wonderful to see so many families join us to watch the sharing celebration at the end of the week. Thank you to the families who came out to support their children and celebrate their learning. It was a fun way to bring our school community together and to recognize the effort students put into trying something new.
We would also like to thank School Council for funding this opportunity for our students. Their support helped make this engaging week of learning possible. A special thank you as well to Shemar from SoundKreations for bringing such energy and enthusiasm to the residency and for making the week so enjoyable for our students.
Education Week in Alberta
April 13 to 17 is Education Week in Alberta, a time to recognize the important role that public education plays in the lives of children, families, and communities. It is also an opportunity to celebrate the dedication, care, and professionalism of teachers, whose work supports student learning, growth, and well-being every day.
At CHS, we are grateful for the knowledge, commitment, and heart that our teachers bring to their work. Their efforts help create safe, caring, and engaging learning environments where students can grow in confidence and thrive. During Education Week, we extend our sincere thanks and appreciation to all of our teachers for the difference they make each day.
Thank You for Supporting the CHEES Coupon Book Fundraiser
Thank you to all of the families who supported the Great Little Coupon Book fundraiser. Today was the final day of the fundraiser, and we are grateful for the support shown by our school community. If your family has collected any final orders or payment that have not yet been sent in, please return them on Monday. Completed order forms and payment, by cash or cheque payable to Capitol Hill Elementary Enhancement Society (CHEES), should be sent to school in one sealed envelope.
Once all orders have been received and organized, coupon books will begin going home with students next week. Thank you again for supporting CHEES and the many opportunities and enhancements it helps provide for our students.
K–4 Swimming Lessons Begin Soon
In just over a week, students in Kindergarten to Grade 4 will begin swimming lessons at Sir Winston Churchill Pool from April 20 to 23. These sessions are part of our Physical Education & Wellness program and will focus on water safety and basic swimming skills through the City of Calgary’s Swim to Survive® program.
If you have not yet returned your child’s consent form to the school or paid the fee through MyCBE, please do so as soon as possible. We are also still looking for parent volunteers to support supervision, especially in the change rooms and during transitions. We are particularly in need of male volunteers. If you are available to help on any or all of the swim days, April 20 to 23, please reach out to your child’s teacher. Thank you for your support!
Off-Site Activities: Curriculum-Dependent Trips
Curriculum-dependent off-site activities are an important part of the instructional program and are directly connected to specific curricular outcomes. These experiences are planned to support learning that cannot be fully replicated in the classroom and, in many cases, form part of the shared knowledge, experiences, and understanding that students will draw on in later lessons. For this reason, participation in curriculum-dependent off-site activities is generally expected for all students as part of the regular learning program.
No student will be denied participation due to financial circumstances, and families are encouraged to contact the school if support is needed. Parents and guardians will be provided with information about each activity, including the purpose of the trip, the identified hazards, and the safety planning in place. Written informed consent is required prior to participation.
If a family is considering not providing consent for a curriculum-dependent off-site activity, we ask that they connect directly with their child’s teacher. Because these activities are part of planned classroom learning, it is important for the school to understand any concerns and to work with families to address questions where possible. Advance communication is also important, as alternative supervision and programming may be limited during off-site activities.
We value working in partnership with families and encourage parents and guardians to reach out if they have concerns about the specific hazards identified for an activity or questions about the expectation for student participation. Open communication helps ensure that student safety, learning, and planning considerations can all be addressed in a thoughtful and supportive way.
For additional information about off-site activities, please visit the Calgary Board of Education Off-Site Activities webpage: https://cbe.ab.ca/programs/curriculum/Pages/Field-Trips.aspx
School Council and CHEES Meeting – April 15
Families are invited to attend the next School Council and CHEES meeting on Wednesday, April 15 at 6:30 PM in the IDC, part of our Learning Commons. School Council meetings are a great way to learn more about what is happening at the school, hear updates, and connect with other parents and caregivers. Minutes from past meetings can be found on the School Council page of school website.
Upcoming Dates
Apr. 13–17 – Education Week in Alberta
Apr. 15 – School Council & CHEES Meeting (6:30 PM)
Apr. 16 – Fun Lunch (Noodlebox)
Apr. 20–23 – Kindergarten to Grade 4 Swimming Lessons
Apr. 20–24 – Support Staff Appreciation Week
Apr. 22 – Earth Day
Apr. 22 – Administrative Professionals Day
Apr. 24 – No School (CBE Indigenous Professional Learning Day)
Apr. 30 – Fun Lunch (Subway)
Apr. 30 – Spring Concert (Grades 4, 5, & 6)