Important Information
Report Cards
Report cards for Kindergarten to Grade 6 have been moved to the end of February as a release date. This is to allow for the gathering of more learning information post the labour action from October 2025. Parents will be able to see students’ report cards on February 24 on your MyCBE account As always, please connect with your child’s teacher if you have questions regarding your child’s progress at any time.
Kindergarten Registration
Kindergarten Registration begins on January 12. If your child is going to be 5 years old by December 31, 2026, they are eligible to attend Kindergarten. Please visit the website at Countdown to Kindergarten: Learning Starts Here! to learn more.
Cell Phone/ Smart Watch Policy Reminder – PLEASE READ!!
Since the return from Winter Break, we have seen an increase in the number of students who are wearing internet connected smart watches. As a reminder, our “Away for the Day” policy regarding cell phones, also includes smart watches. During school hours, it is important that watches are in school mode, meaning that the internet capabilities are disabled.
We have reminded students of this distraction multiple times during our first week back. We are happy that students are excited about their new technology, however interruptions from texts and other data related features have an impact on learning. Students will be given a reminder of the policy. If disruptions persist, students will be asked to put their watches in their backpacks or to leave them at home.
Parents who would like to review this policy with your children can find the information on our website at: https://chaparral.cbe.ab.ca/student-personal-mobile-devices-k-9
More specific information about the guidelines are found in the following link.
https://www.cbe.ab.ca/about-us/policies-and-regulations/Documents/Away-for-the-Day-Guideline.pdf
Thank you for your help in adhering to this policy.
From the Office
Dogs on School Property
This is a reminder that the CBE has an Administrative Regulation - Animals in Schools that restricts animals on school property. Dogs are not permitted on school grounds except where expressly approved under this policy (e.g., service animals or authorized educational purposes).
Additionally, the City of Calgary Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw prohibits dogs on school property, including playgrounds and fields. Parents and community members are asked to ensure that all dogs are kept on the sidewalk and on a leash when picking up your children.
Additionally, please practice safe pet interactions. Always ask permission before touching another person’s pet and be cautious of overwhelming them. Even the gentlest pet may react in a negative way if scared or overwhelmed. We want everyone to stay safe.
From School Council
- Our next meeting will be February 19, 2026, at 6:30 PM – Grade 3 is presenting.
- Fun Snack is on February 19. It is Subway.
- Our next Spirit Day will be on Thursday February 19. We will have Cozy Day on this day! Students and staff are encouraged to dress in their comfiest and coziest clothing. They may bring a blanket or a stuffed animal. Think about how you like to be when you are curling up on the couch … that can be a guide for how you may choose to come to school this day.
Month at a Glance
We have a Month at a glance calendar that will be distributed at the beginning of each month. Updates will be posted on our website as they occur. Please check the School Calendar page. You can subscribe to it and the updates will go straight to your phone!! You will always be in the know!
Families are reminded that our website should always be your first point of information updates as it is consistent for the whole school.
Please check our website for calendar updates. You can subscribe to it and the updates will go straight to your phone!! You will always be in the know!
Monthly Mantra
The monthly mantra for February is:
Imagine a world where each word, each thought, each turn of a page in a book is the beginning of a bigger idea
