Important Information
Spring Fever
Spring has finally arrived and we are experiencing it in all of its energy! It is an exciting time of year and children and adults alike tend to have more energy. The sun is up longer and outdoor sports are more prevalent again.
As a result of all of this extra activity and the extension of the daylight, we are noticing that many students are more tired during the day. We would like to ask that families do what they can in the busy-ness of Spring schedules, to help their children get the sleep they need to be productive at school.
Recess Snacks
Many students are starting to request snacks at school. Although we do have some emergency snacks on hand, we are not always able to keep up with the demand. Please remember to send a full lunch and a recess snack to school with your children each day.
If you are experiencing difficulty with having enough to send to school with your children, please let the school know and we will try to help if we can.
Yearbook Orders
The link to order a yearbook will be out very soon! The final price will be $20.00 per book including GST. To order your yearbook, please visit: ybpay.ca. You will need a code: YB pay Code: 14387224
All orders MUST be in by May 26 so that we can get them in before the end of the school year.
Spirit Day
Our next Spirit Day is this Thursday, June 13. It will be Backwards/Opposite Day. Students are invited to wear their clothes backwards … we may even try to do some fun backwards kind of activities.
We will continue with the ranked favorites list as we begin again in September before setting our new list for next school year.
Parking Concerns
Please remember that the area immediately in front of the main doors and to the south, is a bus zone and there are no parking signs in place.
In order for everyone to be able to drop off and pick up their children, please use the remaining space along Chaparral Drive as a quick stop only. If you are wanting to get out of your vehicle or stay at the park, please park further down or around the corner in order to let other parents stop and go during drop off and pick up. We thank you in advance for your help.
From the Office
Outstanding School Fees
As we get closer to the end of the year, it is even more important that we collect as many of the outstanding fees as possible.
We would like to express our thanks for the payments that continue to be made since Spring Break.
Emails will continue to be sent throughout the rest of the year for any outstanding amounts. Please review these statements and address any disputes promptly.
- Options of Payment
- Methods - Online/In person at the office*/by cheque
- Consider paying in instalments; Amount owed divided by 3 months or longer if needed, or a fixed amount each month.
- If you are experiencing financial difficulty, please apply for Waivers for Central Fees and connect with Mrs. Robinson. email - agrobinson@cbe.ab.ca. Subject: Fees. If you have submitted a Waiver to student fees, this waiver does not extend to field trips. It is only for Noon and Transportation services.
- Unpaid fees at the end of the year, are assessed by Central CBE Finance and will be sent to a Collection Agency, if there is no progress with them.
Should you have questions or concerns relating to fees, please direct them to our secretary, Edwina Ewart – eoewart@cbe.ab.ca Subject Line: Fees
We are getting much closer to having our fees caught up and thank you for doing your part to get them in to us.
From School Council
All communication with our School Council can be done via their email at: chaparralschoolcouncil@gmail.com
Spring Fundraiser Volunteers Needed for Delivery!!
The Growing Smiles fundraiser delivery is expected on May 22.
Volunteers will be needed to help sort and hand out to those who purchased plants. We are still looking for more people to support this. Please sign up for 1 or more time slots on the signup genius at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0E49ACA722A4FE3-49217948-flower
Your support is essential for our fundraisers to be successful. Thank you in advance for helping with this fundraiser.
Next School Council Meeting
The next meeting is on June 13, 2024, at 6:30pm in Room 24. The Grade Three teachers will be presenting.
Popcorn & Fun Lunch Days
Please visit www.healthyhunger.ca to make your selections and place your orders. Kindergarten students are invited to participate in popcorn days only as they are not at school for the lunch hour.
The next and last Popcorn Day is June 13. Orders due by June 8.
Volunteers are a MUST for these days to be viable.
Please sign up at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0E49ACA722A4FE3-funlunch#/
You must have a valid police clearance to be able to participate.
Week at a Glance
Monday, May 13 | Day 4 6:30pm – Gr. 6 Farewell Parent Volunteer meeting-Rm 3 Fun Fact: Apple Pie Da |
Tuesday, May 14 | Day 1 Regular School Day Fun Fact: Buttermilk Biscuit Day |
Wednesday, May 15 | Day 2 Regular School Day Fun Fact: Chocolate Chip Day |
Thursday, May 16 | Day 3 Regular School Day Fun Fact: Love a Tree Day |
Friday, May 17 | Professional Learning Day No School for Students Enjoy the Long Weekend |
Important Dates Coming Soon:
May 20 – Victoria Day: School Closed
May 30 – Kindergarten Orientation Evening
May 31 – Monthly Student Recognition Assembly – Kindergarten hosting
June 6 – Volunteer Tea in the afternoon
June 14 – Pancake Breakfast
More to come as we confirm end of year plans!
Weekly Mantra
I know myself. (SEL Competency: Self-Awareness)
Knowing yourself is the beginning of all understanding. You need to know who you are, what you are good at, and believe that you are capable and wise. This understanding will help to develop your self-worth, self-confidence, and self-belief. "Knowing others is intelligence; knowing yourself is true wisdom."–Lao Tzu.