Dear Parents/Guardians,

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Remembrance Day Ceremony. Special thanks to Mr. Jones for his moving trumpet performances of the Last Post and Reveille, and to Tanner, Frances, Terra, and Lexie for their invaluable help in the ceremony. Our students did an exceptional job presenting and thoughtfully reflecting on the significance of Remembrance Day.

Congratulations to our boys' and girls' volleyball teams who represented us at Zones in Westlock on Tuesday! They had an exciting day with many impressive rallies. Special thanks to Mrs. DeLeeuw and Mrs. Kennedy for their dedication in coaching the teams.

The Fa La La La Fundraiser has returned! Forms went home today with the youngest child in each family and are also available in the office and attached below.

Yellowhead Central Santa’s Anonymous applications are now available for families in need this holiday season. Forms can be found in the office and library, with a submission deadline of December 1st. Rest assured, only two executive members will review the provided information.

Wishing everyone a relaxing fall break, and we look forward to seeing students back in school on Tuesday, November 12.

Have a wonderful fall break,

Bailey Benson

"The beautiful thing about learning is that no one can take it away from you." ~ B. B. King

Nov. 7 - Fall Break, No School

Nov. 8 - Fall Break, No School

Nov. 11 - Remembrance Day, No School

Nov. 12 - School Resumes

Nov. 13 - World Kindness Day

Nov. 13 - Hot Lunch: Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup FREE sponsored by Peers Farm & Feed (Moved to Wednesday due to GYACs)

Nov. 13 - Council of School Councils Virtual Meeting @ 7:00

Nov. 14 - GYAC Volleyball Tournament in Hinton

Nov. 18 - School Council Meeting @ 3:30

Nov. 21 - Hot Lunch: Corn Dogs (FREE sponsored by Tymchuk Farms)

Nov. 25 - Fa La La La Fundraiser Orders Due

Nov. 28 - Hot Lunch: Quesadillas (FREE sponsored by Niton Esso & A&W)

December

Dec. 3 - Skills Canada Day

Dec. 5 - Report Cards Term 1 Released

Dec. 5 - Hot Lunch: Chicken Nuggets (FREE)

Dec. 6 - Professional Development Day, No School for Students

Dec. 12 - Christmas Concert @ 7:00 PM

Dec. 12 - Hot Lunch: Perogies (FREE)

Dec. 19 - Hot Lunch: Pizza (FREE sponsored by Jim Robinson Contracting Ltd.)

Dec. 20 - Last Day before Christmas Break

The K/1 class was thrilled to welcome baby Braxton for another visit as part of their Roots of Empathy program! The students gathered around, eager to interact with him and observe all the exciting changes he's gone through since his last visit. They noticed how much he has grown and were amazed by the new skills he's been practicing over the past month. Braxton’s visit provided a special moment for the students to connect and learn about development firsthand, fostering empathy and a sense of caring in the classroom.

The 4/5 class recently had the chance to pilot a new online math platform, bringing an exciting twist to their learning! Students enjoyed exploring the interactive features, which made practicing their math skills both fun and engaging. They loved working through different challenges and watching their progress in real-time, adding a fresh enthusiasm to their math practice.

The 2/3 class has been sharpening their writing skills with an exciting picture prompt activity! Students were given a photo and asked to describe what they thought each of the five senses would experience in the scene. By imagining the sights, sounds, smells, tastes, and textures in the picture, they learned how to bring their writing to life and make it more vivid and engaging. This creative exercise helped them explore descriptive language in a fun and immersive way.

On Tuesday, the 4/5 class was excited to have their class store open! Each student earns a “wage” for completing their job that benefits their classroom or school, tracking their earnings and expenses in a ledger. About once a month, they get the opportunity to spend their hard-earned funds on items from the store. For those wanting to save up, larger-ticket items like a class ice cream party or an all-day outdoor adventure are also available as rewards. This experience not only adds fun to their routine but also gives students valuable practice with real-world financial skills like budgeting, saving, and decision-making.

Volleyball

• Monday - Remembrance Day, No School
• Tuesday - Boys Volleyball Practice, 3:30 - 5:00
• Wednesday - Girls Volleyball Practice, 3:30 - 5:00
• Thursday - GYAC Tournament in Hinton

The boys' and girls' volleyball teams traveled to Westlock for the Zones Tournament on Tuesday, bringing their energy and teamwork to the court! They played some intense rallies, demonstrating skill and determination, and their support for one another was evident throughout each game. It was a fantastic experience for both teams to compete and grow together.