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The Clover Bar Parent Fundraising Society is hosting a bottle drive during Parent Teacher Conferences on Thursday. The money will go towards paying our account fees to maintain our fundraising society status, and for some student experiences that we facilitate, such as the ornament painting at Christmas.

The money will help us to keep our Casino fundraising event during this coming calendar year. The money from that goes towards large item purchases that will have a positive impact for our entire school community.

Who: CLB Parent Council Fundraiser

What: Bottle Drive Fundraiser

When: Thursday, March 13 from 4pm to 8pm

How: There will be a Bottle Depot Trailer parked at the front of Clover Bar. Just bring your bag of bottles and drop them off.

Thanks in advance for your donation!

Sincerely,

CLB Parent Council

Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) wants to hear from you. Every year, EIPS conducts a feedback survey to gauge its progress toward meeting the goals and priorities outlined in its Four-Year Education Plan. Collectively, the Division uses the survey feedback to help guide future planning, decision-making and strategies—all aimed at enhancing student learning and better serving the wider community.

Complete the 2024-25 EIPS Annual Feedback Survey: For Parents and Caregivers by March 21.

Alberta Education Assurance Survey

The Alberta Education Assurance survey gathers feedback on the quality of education provided by school authorities and their schools. Schools and school authorities use this information to understand how they are doing and plan for the future. Grade 7 parents and caregivers have received information directly from the school on how to complete the survey. Complete the Alberta Education Assurance survey by March 21—learn more. For questions or concerns, contact the school.

We have our last Parent Student Teacher Conference on Thursday, March 13. We will have bookings available for families to sign up from 4pm to 7pm, and from 7pm to 8pm it will be drop in.

When: Thursday, March 13

Where: Clover Bar gym

When: 4pm to 8pm

How: Bookings from 4pm to 7pm and Drop-In from 7pm to 8pm

Who: Students and Parents/Guardians

To sign up go to https://www.cloverbar.ca/bookings.

Clover Bar is looking for some Team Handball coaches for our Junior and Senior Girls teams. If you are interested, please reach out to our Athletic Directors:

Braden Kuny at braden.kuny@eips.ca

Tristan Gerrie at tristan.gerrie@eips.ca

Yearbooks for the 2024-25 school year are now available to be ordered. They will be delivered in the fall of 2025. To order a yearbook, you can pay the fee through the PowerSchool Parent Portal. Yearbooks must be ordered in advanced and aren't available for purchase in the fall.

The deadline to place your order is April 25, 2025.

With the Returning Student Registration now closed, we are now focusing on supporting students to choose their options for next year, both here at Clover Bar and at their chosen high school!

Students Returning to Clover Bar

A School Messenger will be sent out this week with specific details, but here is some information:

March 3

• School Messenger sent out with:
• Links to planning sheet, option guide, Student Request and Programming Information Form
• Information on how to choose option courses through Parent Portal of PowerSchool
• Information on how to submit the Student Request and Programming Information Form
• Timelines for this process

March 4

• Presentation from Administration on choosing options
• Option Fair
• Planning sheet handed out
• PowerSchool Parent Portal open for Class Registration for Option Courses

Students Transitioning to High School

March 11

• Salisbury and Bev Facey will come to CLB to share information on high school, different streams and options, and the Course Selection process.
• Registration sheets handed out
• These forms need to be returned to Clover Bar before students register

March 18

• Salisbury Parent Q & A Session from 4:30pm to 6:30pm for registration questions

• Salisbury and Bev Facey will come to support students to choose their high school courses!

Monday, March 10 - Day 5

9:00am and 10:30am - Mills Haven and Woodbridge Elementary Visits

1:00pm - Leadership Cohort Presentation - Mr. Shudra away

U of A IFX Student Teachers start

Tuesday, March 11 - Day 6

10:00am - CLB Finance Meeting - Mr. Shudra and Mrs. McElheran

12:20 - U of A Student Teacher Facilitator Meeting - Mrs. Orr

Block 6 - Salisbury and Bev Facey visits to Grade 9's

Mrs. Sorel away

Wednesday, March 12 - Day 1

10:00am - Educational Assistant Initiative Meeting

10:00am - Front Office Stand Up Meeting

4:30pm - ATA Leadership Session - Mr. Shudra and Mrs. Orr

Thursday, March 13 - Day 2

7:30am - EIPS Jr. High Principals Breakfast Meeting - Mr. Shudra away

7:30am - EIPS Leadership Cohort Breakfast Meeting - Mrs. Orr away

1:00pm to 3:30pm - SFS Consultant Visit

1:30pm to 2:30pm - Glen Allen Elementary Visit - Mr. Shudra and Mrs. Orr

4:00pm to 8:00pm - Parent Student Teacher Conferences

Friday, March 14 - Day 3

It's Friday!

March 11 - Salisbury Composite HS and Bev Facey visit

March 13 - Parent Student Teacher Conferences

March 18 - Salisbury Composite HS Registration Drop in

March 18 - CLB Parent Council

March 21 to March 30 - Spring Break

March 31 - School Returns

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Mark your calendars! Registration for EIPS Summer School opens March 17.

Make the most of your summer with more than 40 senior high courses where students can earn credits, upgrade marks, lighten their workloads or finish needed prerequisites.

Summer School Dates and times:

July 7th – 31st (5 credit) 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

July 7th – 18th (Session 1) 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

July 21st – 31st (Session 2) 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

August 5th – 13th Diploma Exams

Summer School Locations:

Bev Facey (most classes), Salisbury (gymnasiums), F.R. Haythorne (gymnasiums)

For more information, see the Summer School page on Next Step’s website: https://www.eipsnextstep.ca/summer-school

Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) has updated EIPS Administrative Procedure 146: Social Media, as per the new legislation from the provincial government. The procedure includes rules for using personal devices at school and banned social media platforms. Learn more

Remember, be aware of thin ice this time of year. Depending on changing temperatures, ice can form and melt to varying degrees on outdoor bodies of water. Try to remind your child about the dangers of thin ice, obey all posted signs, take proper care and remain a safe distance from the ice.

For more information about ice safety, visit the Canadian Red Cross.

Did you know?

The colour of ice may be an indication of its strength. Clear blue ice is the strongest. White opaque is half as strong as blue ice. And, grey ice is unsafe—greyness indicates the presence of water.

EIPS is seeking two volunteer community members to serve on its Audit Committee. The Audit Committee reports to the Board of Trustees and is comprised of three elected trustees and two volunteers residing within EIPS boundaries. This opportunity provides valuable experience in the financial oversight of one of Alberta’s largest school divisions with an operating budget of approximately $210 million. The committee keeps EIPS accountable for every dollar spent to enhance student success. The closing date for this opportunity is March 7, 2025. For more information and to apply, visit the EIPS website.

Every year, Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) publishes an Annual Education Results Report, which outlines the Division’s Four-Year Education Plan, growth opportunities, and how it supports students in achieving the best possible outcomes. Read through this year’s EIPS Annual Education Results Report 2023-24 and discover how EIPS fosters learning environments for all students to learn, grow and thrive—and why it matters.

March Spotlight: Student Growth and Success

· Early Learning: Ensuring early learners reach developmental milestones

· Culture of Literacy: Dive deep into the data and learn how students are developing strong literacy skills

· Math Matters: Enhancing reasoning, understanding and achievement through numeracy-rich classrooms

· Boosting Educational Outcomes: How EIPS supports the growth and achievement of self-identified First Nations, Métis or Inuit students.

· Beyond High School: Supports and strategies that are creating real-life career pathways for learners

RELATED INFORMATION
EIPS Four-Year Education Plan: 2022-26
EIPS Three-Year Capital Plan: 2025-28

If your child misses just two days a month for any reason for ten of their school years, they’ll have missed the equivalent of one entire year of school. Students who frequently miss school, even as early as kindergarten, are also more likely to have difficulty in school, at post-secondary and in their career. As every family has unique circumstances, EIPS uses a multi-tiered approach to re-engage students with chronic absenteeism. In addition, the Division promotes strategies to support and encourage regular attendance for all students. If you’re concerned about consistent student attendance for your child or youth, contact the school for support. An informative video is also available.

The Caregiver Newsletter provides resources, sessions, and support to families on a variety of topics. Click on the link below to access to latest Newsletter.

EIPS has a partnership with Alberta Health Services to support students and families with coordinated health services. This includes immunizations, but also goes beyond that. Below is a resource page so that you are informed of what that partnership brings.

If you have any questions, please reach out to us at general.clb@eips.ca or 780-467-2295.

Community Supports

Family and Community Service

(FCS) call-in hours 780-464-4044

Monday, Fridays: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Kids Help Phone 1-800-668-6868

The Distress Line 780-482-4357

Strathcona Food Bank - 780-449-6413