Elements' Weekly Update

As we move into the final stretch of the school year, things are getting exciting—and busy! We have many field trips and special events planned over the coming weeks, so please be sure to check your emails regularly for updates and permission forms. Timely responses help us ensure all students can participate and enjoy these enriching experiences.

With the warmer weather now here, we also want to remind families to make sure students are coming to school each day with a water bottle. Staying hydrated is so important, especially during outdoor activities. Hats are also a great idea for sun protection during recess, gym, and field trips.

Be sure to check your emails for an important message regarding fire protocols.

The Oilers have made it into the Western Conference! Be sure to show your Oilers pride by dressing you in Oilers gear or wearing blue and orange! Have a great May long weekend!

Mrs. Pearn and Mrs. Rosato

• May 20 - Kindergarten & Gr. 1 - 6 Class Photos

• May 21 - Kindergarten Class Photos

• May 23 - Volunteer Appreciation Assembly, 9:00am

• May 27 - Fort Saskatchewan Indigenous Family Evening, 6:00 - 7:30pm

• May 28 - School Council/Parent Society Mtg., 6:00pm

• May 28 - Red Shirt Day

• May 28 - Gr. 6 LA Part A PAT

• June 4 - Early Dismissal - School Spirit Theme Day

• June 12 - Gr. 6 LA Part B PAT
• June 13 - Gr. 6 Math Part A PAT
• June 17 - Gr. 6 Math Part B PAT
• June 18 - Gr. 6 Social Studies PAT

EIPS has the honour of hosting the Witness Blanket this year. The Witness Blanket is a profound and powerful exhibit from the Canadian Museum for Human Rights created by master carver Carey Newman. The art installation was created to recognize the atrocities of residential schools, honour the children and survivors, and symbolize ongoing reconciliation. Bookings for the exhibit will be open to EIPS schools first and then open to Elk Island Catholic Schools. The exhibit will be open to the public on Saturdays. The exhibition will take place:
May 23 to June 26
Fort Heritage Precinct—Courthouse
10006 100 Ave., Fort Saskatchewan

Fort Saskatchewan Elementary School is continuing to offer school supply packages through Write-On Stationery. Write-On will purchase, package and deliver all of your supplies for next year to your home address. As part of their service, the company also provides pre-printed labels. The deadline is August 10, 2025 to order Write-On Stationery to be delivered to your home over the summer.

Here is how you can order your school supply package:

• Go to www.write-on.ca
• Click on “PARENTS – Order Here”
• School Name: Fort Saskatchewan Elementary School - FORT SASKATCHEWAN
• Choose your grade and place your order.
• Complete your order by clicking ‘PLACE ORDER’
• You will receive an automatic email confirmation to confirm your order has been received
• We accept VISA, MC, AMEX, Visa Debit and Interac On-line.

Red Shirt Day is when people across Canada come together and wear red in schools, workplaces and spaces everywhere to create a visible display of solidarity and show their support for persons and families who are living with disabilities. We encourage staff and students to wear red in support of accessibility and inclusion on this day.

Each school has a School Education Plan on its website. Annually, these plans are updated for the next school year to reflect schools’ goals, strategies and measures—all based on priorities found in the EIPS Four-Year Education Plan. School administration update their plans after reviewing school-specific results from the EIPS Annual Feedback Survey and consulting with staff, families and school councils in April. A School Education Plan helps a school community focus on what’s most important in its own specific context from year to year. To view your child’s School Education Plan, visit your school’s website and find the relevant home page block.

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.

April Spotlight: Enhancing public education through effective engagement

Rules of engagement: Using a collaborative approach to improve student achievement and success

Driving change: Strengthening public education through Board advocacy

RELATED INFORMATION

Annual Education Results Report 2023-24: Overview

EIPS Four-Year Education Plan: 2022-26

EIPS Three-Year Capital Plan: 2026-29

To show our heartfelt appreciation, we will be celebrating all of our wonderful volunteers during our school assembly on Friday, May 23 at 9:00am. This special event is a small way for us to say a big THANK YOU for everything you do.

We hope you’ll join us so we can recognize and honor your incredible contributions. Your support helps make our school a better place for everyone—and we are so grateful to have you as part of our community.

As we near the end of the school year, we want to remind you that there are only two more Hot Lunch dates remaining!

Please keep in mind:
✅ The cut-off for orders is 7 days before each lunch date.
✅ Full payment is required before the order will be placed. No payment means no meal will be delivered.

If you have any questions, please contact School Council directly at fseparentsociety@gmail.com.

June 6 - Friendly Food Company

Is your child going into grade 7 and feeling nervous about it? This session will provide information about developmental changes teens experience, as well as the challenges they may face in this school transition. We will look at ways to support these changes and boost wellness.

Date: Tuesday, May 27, 2025

Time: 6:00 – 7:30 pm

For caregivers and pre-teens (grades 6-8) to attend together.

• Session resources and links will only be sent to participants who attend the session.
• Registration link:
• https://albertahealthservices.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CgmjnVU1Ryi0sOxskHhZ1w#/registration

Click on the link to see FREE online programming to caregivers of school-age children and youth as well as adults in the community who want to learn more about addiction and mental health topics.

AMH Education Series