Lakeland Ridge Weekly Update

MARCH

Mar. 11 - 15 - Inspirational Math Week

Mar. 11 - 15 - Substitute Appreciation Week

Mar. 11 - Family Math Night 6:00 - 7:15PM

Mar. 12 - School Council Meeting at 6:30 PM - View Agenda Here

Mar. 14 - Linking Generations visit

Mar. 15 - EIPS Summer School registration opens

Mar. 15 - Report Cards published - available on PowerSchool at 3:10PM

Mar. 20 - Sr. BB Playoff Game - Medal Games 4:00PM

Mar. 22 - No School (School Closure Day)

Mar. 25 - April 1 - Spring Break - No School

APRIL

April 2 - First Day Back

April 3 - Early Dismissal 2:10 / Cash 4 Care

April 3 - Theme Day: Neon Day

Mark your calendars! Registration for EIPS Summer School opens March 15. For more information, see the Summer School page on Next Step’s website.

The Clover Bar School Council is excited to share that they will be hosting a parent engagement session for parents regarding substance use and abuse in youth. This will include underage drinking and vaping. It is important to talk about the societal and peer pressures that are out there, and this presentation will give parents information to talk to their kids about the risks, challenges, and how to help kids navigate these issues.

The presentation will be from Jack Adkins, also known as AADAC Jack! The presentation information is below:

Where: Clover Bar Library

Date: Wednesday, March 13, 2024

When: 7:00PM

Who: Jack Adkins

Website: http://aadacjack.ca/

If interested, please complete the Survey Link Below https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=6q9Hnldew0CEQ_LfSi9LP20iB3HHvZdOl9CJFJ9BZ3lUMFNHQlRBN0EzMktXRjJTQ1pQVFE1MjQ1Sy4u

With typical Alberta weather we never know what we will get. Some days will be wet and some days will be cold. What matters is that we all dress appropriately for outdoor activities no matter the weather.

Please ensure your child(ren) have an extra set of clothes in their school bag.

Tip: Label extra clothing to leave at school such as socks, underwear, pants and shirt.

*Please also ensure your child has appropriate indoor footwear in the event of an unplanned evacuation.

EIPS Inclement Weather policy

Watch for Thin Ice

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.

Parents please review our traffic requirements.

• No parking in bus lanes (highlighted in yellow)
• Please do not use staff parking
• Please remain in your vehicle in the Drop Off/Pick up zone
• Only right turns are permitted out of the parking lot on to Crimson Drive
• Office opens at 8:15 am; Students entrance bell is at 8:25 am

Visiting our School

In our continuing efforts to keep the school a safe place and to reduce the risk of having unauthorized individuals in the school, we have installed a Video Intercom System (VIS) at our front main doors. The system is mounted on the wall to the left side of our front doors. our front doors will remain locked until a staff member can verify the intent and identify the individual.

As a reminder, all parents, visitors and contractors are to report to the office to be checked in to the building using our new check in system. All visitors are to use the front main doors only, and must sign out at the office before leaving the building. If you need to speak with a teacher or admin please call the office to set up a meeting time. Thank you for your cooperation.

School attendance is crucial for students to achieve academic success and personal development. Regular attendance ensures that students have the opportunity to fully engage with the curriculum, participate in classroom discussions, and build strong relationships with teachers and peers. Consistent attendance also helps students develop vital time-management and discipline skills, setting a foundation for future success in the workplace. Additionally, frequent absences can result in gaps in learning and missed opportunities for crucial educational experiences. By attending school regularly, students are able to maximize their learning potential and establish habits that will serve them well throughout their lives.

In our school, we have a space called the Reset Room where students can self-refer for mental health support. This room is staffed by a certified teacher or educational assistant that will help the student manage stress levels, support academics, and direct the student back to class when they are in a space where they are ready and able to learn. Our EIPS mental health advisor, Mardi Hardt, recently did an interview on CBC radio discussing this important health initiative in our school division.

A quiet place in school for stressed-out students | Edmonton AM with Mark Connolly, Tara McCarthy | Live Radio | CBC Listen
Sometimes we all just need a break. And that's true for students in junior high, too. A pilot project at junior high schools in the Elk Island public division have introduced "reset rooms". Mardi Hardt is the mental health adviser for Elk Island Public Schools.
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cbc.ca

As a part of our annual school fee parent consultation process, we would appreciate any feedback you are willing to provide regarding this year’s school fees: 23-24 School Fees Feedback Survey

At our School Council meeting in January, we were able to receive feedback from parents who were in attendance. For those of you who were unable to join us, completing the survey would be a great way to get involved in the consultation process. At our next Parent Action Society meeting on March 12, we will present out proposed fees for the 2024-2025 school year before submitting them for approval.

Information about our current fees along with the survey can also be found on the Fees page on the Lakeland Ridge website.

Is your child turning five on or before Dec. 31, 2024? If so, it’s now time to register for kindergarten. To register, simply complete the online registration form at eips.ca/kindergarten.

To help families prepare, Elk Island Public Schools has put together an online EIPS Kindergarten Tool kit to make the transition as smooth as possible. The kit includes information on registration, important dates, programming options, what to expect, eligibility, how to find your designated school, transportation and more.

Additional information regarding Lakeland Ridge’s kindergarten program is available at Lakelandridge.ca.

EIPS Annual Education Results Report

Every year, Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) publishes an Annual Education Results Report, which outlines the Division’s Four-Year Education Plan, opportunities for growth and how it’s supporting students to achieve the best possible outcomes. Read through this year’s EIPS Annual Education Results Report 2022-23 and discover how EIPS fosters learning environments for all students to learn, grow and thrive—and why it matters.

March Spotlight: cultivating high-quality learning environments and experiences

· Power of Kindness: Creates welcoming, inclusive, respectful, and safe learning environments in schools

· Building Blocks: How effective planning, management and infrastructure is supporting learning

· Raising the bar: Evidence-based practices that are enhancing teaching and learning in EIPS

RELATED INFORMATION
EIPS Four-Year Education Plan: 2022-26
EIPS Three-Year Capital Plan: 2024-27

Want to know when things are happening? We have an athletics calendar on the LLR school website. https://www.lakelandridge.ca/athletics/athletics-calendar. Please visit often as our Athletics staff will update as often as they can. Please feel free to contact Mr. Fisher (our Athletics Director) if you have any questions or require more information.