Maegan Giroux visits CHS for Math PL
Today, Capitol Hill School had the incredible opportunity to welcome Maegan Giroux, an expert in the Building Thinking Classrooms (BTC) framework, for a powerful day of professional learning. Alongside our teachers, educators from Alex Munro School, Killarney School, and the CBE All Boys Program joined us to deepen our understanding of BTC and how it can transform math learning. Maegan’s insights, practical strategies, and hands-on approach provided valuable tools to enhance student engagement, problem-solving, and critical thinking in mathematics.
BTC serves as the foundation of our School Development Plan and will guide our teaching and learning journey over the next three years. The framework fosters student-centred learning, collaboration, and mathematical reasoning, helping students develop confidence, resilience, and a love for problem-solving. A huge thank you to Mr. K for spearheading this visit and coordinating the participation of other Area 2 schools—his leadership made this day possible! We are incredibly grateful to Maegan Giroux for sharing her time and expertise, making this a truly inspiring and impactful day of learning. For those interested in a deeper dive into BTC, we encourage you to check out Maegan’s podcast, “Think, Thank, Thunk”, where she explores the principles and implementation of BTC in classrooms.
Paul Davis Presentations on Social Media Safety
Capitol Hill School is excited to host social networking safety expert Paul Davis on Thursday, February 6th. Paul will engage students in Grades 4, 5, and 6 with a session in the afternoon focused on the critical topics of online behaviour, privacy, and setting digital boundaries. This is a crucial conversation for young students navigating the complexities of the internet.
Later that evening, at 6:00 PM, there will be a special presentation for parents, sponsored by the Capitol Hill School Council. This parent-only event will offer strategies to help manage and safeguard children's online activities. We urge all parents to attend this informative session to learn more about social media and internet safety. Join us to gain valuable insights into protecting your children in the digital age. We look forward to welcoming you to this important discussion.
Teachers’ Convention & Family Day – Feb. 13, 14 & 17
The annual Calgary City Teachers' Convention will take place on Thursday, February 13, and Friday, February 14, 2025, at the Calgary Telus Convention Centre and Hyatt Regency Calgary. This event provides valuable professional development opportunities for educators in the Calgary Board of Education and beyond. Please note that there will be no classes for students on these days. With the Family Day public holiday falling on Monday, February 17, students will return to school on Tuesday, February 18.
Second Lockdown Practice of School Year
On Monday, February 3, at 1:00 PM, we will be conducting our second (and final) lockdown practice of the year. These drills are an important part of our Emergency Response Plan and help ensure that students and staff are prepared to respond calmly and effectively in the event of an emergency. As always, the drill will be conducted in partnership with the Calgary Police Service and with a focus on maintaining a safe and supportive environment for all.
Upcoming Open Houses at Branton & Senator Patrick Burns
As Grade 6 students prepare for the transition to junior high, Branton School and Senator Patrick Burns School are hosting open houses to welcome prospective students and their families. Branton School's open house for its French Immersion programs will take place on February 6th, 2025, from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm. Senator Patrick Burns School will hold its open house on February 12th, 2025, from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm, featuring its Spanish Bilingual and English Programs. Flyers with more details are available for Branton School here and for Senator Patrick Burns School here.
Support Our School with Pedalheads!
Capitol Hill Elementary Enhancement Society (CHEES) is excited to partner with Pedalheads for a special fundraiser! Families can receive $25 off any Pedalheads program by using the code CAPITOL25 at checkout. This code is valid until June 30, 2025, and for every use, our school will earn $25. This is a wonderful opportunity to support our school while encouraging fun and active outdoor learning for your children.
Upcoming Dates
Feb. 13-14 - Teachers’ Convention (no school for students)
Feb. 17 - Family Day (no school for students)
Feb. 20 - School Council & CHEES meeting at 6:00 PM
Feb. 28 - Non-Instructional Day (no school for students)