Enrollment Intentions Form for 2026-27
Families are asked to complete the Enrolment Intentions Form in SchoolEngage by April 20, 2026. In previous years, Capitol Hill School collected this information through an informal survey. This year, the Calgary Board of Education is requiring all families to complete a formal form to support planning and enrolment for the 2026-27 school year. The form lets us know whether your child will be returning to Capitol Hill School, attending another CBE school, or attending school outside of the CBE.
The form is available through SchoolEngage in your MyCBE account. Accurate responses help us plan staffing, classroom organization, and resources for next year. We understand that some family plans may still be changing, but we ask that you complete the form based on your current intentions. Please contact the school office if you have any questions.
Reminder | K–4 Swimming Next Week
Our Kindergarten to Grade 4 students will be heading to Sir Winston Churchill Pool next week (April 20–23) for their swimming program. This is a quick reminder to help families prepare for a smooth start. Please refer back to the parent information letter that was sent home for full details. Students should come prepared each day with their swimsuit, towel, and a bag for wet items, along with their regular school belongings. It’s also helpful for students to practice changing independently at home where possible.
If you have not yet done so, please log in to your MyCBE to complete fee payment for the swimming program. Thank you to families who have already taken care of this. All required forms, including the Consent and Acknowledgement of Risk form, should have already been submitted to your child’s teacher at this point.
A big thank you to the parents who have already stepped forward to volunteer and support us at the pool. We really appreciate your help. If your schedule has changed and you are now available to volunteer, please reach out to your child’s teacher. We are always happy to hear from parents and can never have too many volunteers. Staff email addresses can be found on the school website.
If you have any questions or need support, please connect with your child’s teacher. We are looking forward to a positive and engaging experience for all students.
No School April 24 – Indigenous Education Learning Day
Please note that Friday, April 24 is a non-instructional day, and there will be no classes for students. On this day, staff across the CBE will be engaged in Maatoomsii’Pookaiks (Children First), a system-wide Indigenous Education professional learning day.
This day is an important opportunity for staff to continue building understanding of Indigenous perspectives, histories, and ways of knowing, as part of our ongoing commitment to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission 94 Calls to Action specific to education. The name Maatoomsii’Pookaiks, gifted by Piikani Elder Leonard Bastien, reflects the idea of “putting children first” and guides this work in our schools. To learn more about our school’s commitment to Truth and Reconciliation, View Our Truth and Reconciliation Commitment | 2025-26.
Support Staff Appreciation Week
Next week, from April 20 to 24, we will recognize Support Staff Appreciation Week across CBE. This is an opportunity to thank the many staff members who support students and families each day at Capitol Hill School. Their work makes a real difference in the life of our school, and we are grateful for the care, consistency, and support they provide throughout the year.
At Capitol Hill School, we would like to recognize our Administrative Secretary, Tina Gratto; our Educational Assistants, Sandra Bazian and Candice Eidse; our EAL Assistant, Nicola Greene; our Lunchroom Supervisors, Griselda MacDonald, Lily Capada, Julio Soza, Naheed Mahmood, Myra Muzyka, Elly Chow, and Reiko Nishida; our Library Assistant, Brenda Bielert; and our Facility Operator, Aki Kashiwa. Families are invited to join us in sharing appreciation during the week. A kind note or simple message of thanks is a meaningful way to recognize their important contributions to our school community.
Grade 6 Students Lead Gaga Ball Initiative
A new student-led initiative is underway at Capitol Hill School: bringing a Gaga Ball pit to our school grounds. Gaga Ball is a fast-paced, inclusive game played in an enclosed pit, where players try to gently strike the ball with their hands and avoid being hit below the knees. This idea has been championed by our Grade 6 students, who have been researching the project, surveying their peers, and helping move the idea forward. Their survey results showed that 81% of Capitol Hill students said they would like to play Gaga Ball at recess or lunch, which helped show just how much interest there is across the school.
Our Grade 6 leaders have also taken the lead on fundraising and awareness, already raising more than $1000 to support the project. Earlier this week, a group of Grade 6 students, along with Ms. Drever, presented to School Council in hopes of gaining their support and potential funding. It has been wonderful to see their creativity, teamwork, and leadership throughout the process. We are now working through the planning stages with the CBE and will continue to share updates with the community as the project moves ahead.
Spring Concert Update – Many Voices, One Song
We’re excited to share that preparations are well underway for our upcoming Div. II Spring Concert, Many Voices, One Song, taking place on April 30 at 6:00 PM. Students in Grades 4, 5, and 6 have been working closely with Ms. Whitehead during music classes to prepare a program that brings together a variety of musical styles and traditions. With just two weeks to go, there is a growing sense of excitement as classes continue to rehearse and bring everything together.
This concert is best understood as both a celebration and demonstration of learning. It is an opportunity for students to share what they have been exploring and developing in music, while giving families a window into the learning happening in our classrooms. We are looking forward to welcoming our school community for this special evening and celebrating the work of our students together. Ticket information will be sent home next week.
Reminder | Wheels on School Property
As the weather (slowly) warms up, more students are arriving at school on bicycles, scooters, and skateboards. After a long winter, it is lovely to see children enjoying active ways to get to and from school. We do want to take this opportunity to remind families of our expectations around wheels on school property, with safety as our main focus. Our pathways, entrances, and gathering areas can become very busy before and after school, and having students walk their bikes, scooters, and skateboards helps everyone move through these spaces more safely.
Once students arrive on school grounds, bicycles, scooters, and skateboards should be walked, not ridden. No wheels should be brought into the school. Bicycles should be locked securely in the bike racks, and scooters and skateboards should be locked up outside or, alternatively, left at home. We also ask families to remember that Alberta law requires anyone under 18 to wear a helmet while riding a bicycle. A quick check to make sure helmets still fit properly and are in good condition is always helpful at this time of year. Please see City of Calgary’s cycling bylaws and safety tips for more information.
Thank you for your support in reinforcing these expectations with your child. These simple steps make a real difference in helping us keep our school grounds safe and comfortable for everyone.
Fun Lunch Volunteers Needed!
We are looking for parent volunteers to assist with sorting and distributing food on Fun Lunch days. The pre-ordered lunches are delivered to the school at 10:45 AM, and our volunteers play a key role in verifying that all orders have been fulfilled. Once verified, the boxes need to be distributed to the classrooms by 11:20 AM.
If you’re available to help out, even for just one lunch, your support would be greatly appreciated! Volunteering for Fun Lunch is a fantastic way to get involved, meet other parents, and contribute to a fun and engaging part of the school day. To sign up, please use the following SignUp Genius link : Fun Lunch Volunteer Sign-Up
Save the Date | Volunteer Appreciation Tea
Please mark your calendars for our annual Volunteer Appreciation Tea on Friday, May 29 at 10:00 AM. This is a special opportunity for us to come together as a school community to recognize and thank the many volunteers who support our students and school throughout the year. More information will be shared in the coming weeks, and we look forward to celebrating together.
Calgary’s Child Magazine – Spring Edition
With spring officially here, the latest issue of Calgary’s Child Magazine is now available online. The Spring Edition includes ideas and resources for families looking to make the most of the longer days ahead, including outdoor activities, local events, and ways to keep children engaged, active, and curious through the season. It also features the annual Summer Camp & Program Special Edition pull-out, which many families use as they begin planning for the summer months.
You can view the digital Spring Edition here: https://mydigitalpublication.com/publication/?i=863504
Upcoming Dates – To the end of the year!
Apr. 20–23 - K–4 Off-Site Activity (Swimming at SWCP)
Apr. 20–24 - Support Staff Appreciation Week
Apr. 22 - Administrative Assistant Appreciation Day
Apr. 22 - Earth Day 2026
Apr. 24 - Non-Instructional Day - No classes for students
Apr. 29 - MRU Math Contest (Grades 4–6)
Apr. 30 - Subway Fun Lunch
Apr. 30 - Concert Dress Rehearsal, 1:30 PM
Apr. 30 - Spring Concert, 6:00 PM
May 4 - School Bus Driver Appreciation Day
May 4 - Grade 4 Off-Site Activity (TELUS Spark)
May 6 - Hats on! for Mental Health & School-wide Yoga Activity
May 6 - Gr. 6 Vaccinations, Round 2
May 7 - Grade 2 Off-Site Activity (Calgary Philharmonic)
May 7 - Next-Year K Visits CHS / Current Ks Visit Grade 1
May 11–14 - Owl’s Nest Book Fair
May 11–29 - AB Ed. Literacy & Numeracy Reassessments (Gr. 1–3)
May 12 - Grade 3 Off-Site Activity (Heritage Park)
May 14 – School Spirit Day (Theme TBD)
May 14 - Panago Fun Lunch
May 15 - Non-Instructional Day - No classes for students
May 18 - Victoria Day – No School
May 20 - Student Voice
May 20 - School Council & CHEES Meeting, 6:30 PM
May 25 - Grade 6 PAT I ELAL Part A
May 25–29 - Grade 1 Off-Site Activity (City Hall School - Gosse)
May 28 - Edo Japan Fun Lunch
May 29 - Volunteer Appreciation Tea, 10:00 AM
Jun. 1–5 - Grade 1 Off-Site Activity (City Hall School - Careclakis)
Jun. 4 - Grade 6 PAT I ELAL Part B
Jun. 8–12 - IPPs Sent Home for Final Review & Signature
Jun. 10 - Dental Screening (K–2)
Jun. 10 - Grade 4 Off-Site Activity (Calgary Farmyard)
Jun. 11 - Talent Show, 1:30 PM
Jun. 11 - McDonald’s Fun Lunch
Jun. 12 - Grade 6 PAT I Science
Jun. 15 - Grade 6 PAT I Math Part A
Jun. 17 - Student Voice
Jun. 18 - Grade 6 PAT I Math Part B
Jun. 18 - Food Trucks & Families (School Council event, 3:16–5:30 PM)
Jun. 19 - Sports & Activity Day (*both AM & PM Kindergarten attend*)
Jun. 23 - Grade 6 Farewell
Jun. 24 - Gr. 5 Charity Mini Golf Course
Jun. 25 - Report Cards Viewable Online in MyCBE
Jun. 26 - Year-End Assembly
Jun. 26 - Last Day of Classes for Students (Dismissal at 12:46 PM)
Jun. 29 - Appeals Day (until 12:00 PM)