Knightly News

Thank you to all of the families that braved the winter weather last week and brought bottles for the bottle drive. Your donations are very much appreciated!

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.

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 was sent out with specific details, but here is some information:

• 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

Students Transitioning to High School

March 11

• Registration sheets for Salisbury and Bev Facey need to be filled out and returned to the Clover Bar office by April 1, 2025.

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 17 - Day 4 - St. Patrick's Day! Wear Green!

9:00am - CLB Admin Meeting

10:30am - Grade 9 EIPS Survey - 93's

1:00pm - Calendar Committee Meeting - Mrs. Orr

CLB Phone Change Over

Tuesday, March 18 - Day 5

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

Block 5 - Grade 9 EIPS Survey - 91's and 92's

6:00pm - CLB Parent Council Meeting

Wednesday, March 19 - Day 6

10:00am - Front Office Stand Up Meeting

12:30pm - EIPS Leadership Meeting - Mr. Shudra and Mrs. Orr away

Mrs. Yeo Acting Assistant Principal

Thursday, March 20 - Day 1

Friday, March 21 - SCHOOL CLOSED FOR SPRING BREAK

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March 18 - Salisbury Composite HS Registration Drop in

March 18 - CLB Parent Council

March 21 to March 30 - Spring Break

March 31 - School Returns

To send a Knightly Kudos, you can click on the image above or the link below. Thank you!

Knightly Kudos Form

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.

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