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Kinosayo Elementary School
Email: kn@spschools.org
Website: https://kino.spschools.org/
Location: 40 Woodlands Road, St. Albert, AB, Canada
Phone: (780)459-3114
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KinosayoElementary
Twitter: @kinosayoelementary
Important Upcoming Dates
- Friday, Dec. 08: 1S + 2B Holiday Assembly (11:30am)
- Tuesday, Dec. 12: 12M + 3M Holiday Assembly (2:45pm)
- Friday, Dec. 15: ECS + 23Y + 4J Holiday Assembly (9:15am)
- Tuesday, Dec. 19: 4O + 56R Holiday Assembly (10:20am)
- Thursday, Dec. 21: 5B + 6B + Kino Choir Holiday Assembly (11:30am)
- Friday, Dec. 22: Pancakes + PJs (twonie donation appreciated for the pancakes!)
Kindergarten's Pancakes + PJs will be on Thursday, Dec. 21st.
- Friday, Dec. 22: Early Dismissal (12:20pm, Grades 1-6) + No School (Kindergarten)
- Dec. 23 - Jan. 07: No School (winter break)
Winter Performances
We are excited to announce that as part of our month of giving this year, Kino will be hosting a series of small assembly performances that will showcase each of our classes. These assemblies will be 30-45 minutes each and are spread throughout the month. They will each start with a short performance and conclude with a school sing-a-long of winter- and holiday-themed music for all to enjoy. We would love to have parents join us in appreciating the hard work that our kiddos have put into their music so far this year!
Merry, Merry, Merry, Month of Giving!
Welcoming the season with our Merry, Merry, Merry, Month of Giving at Kinosayo school!
We have four campaigns we are supporting this year at Kinosayo school for the month of December (with areas for each collection at the front of the school):
- Holiday Cards for Seniors - The students are making holiday cards that will be delivered to the seniors care facilities in St. Albert. Due December 8th
- Kinsman Club of St. Albert Christmas Hampers - Collections of new toys and non-perishable food items collecting until December 12th
- St Albert Beavers Scouts: Toasty toes, toques, and mittens - Collecting these items until December 18th.
- Basically Babies - Collecting new or gently used baby items (0-24 months): Sleepers, snow suits, socks, girls tights, bath towels, hard toys.
Healthy Hunger ("FUN LUNCH Thursdays")
The next Hot Lunch is December 14th! (As usual, orders must be placed by the previous Saturday.)
Hot lunch will offered each Thursday of the week, throughout the school year. Parents please log onto the Healthy Hunger website (www.healthyhunger.ca), where you may view the available options for your child(ren). Here you are able to select the date, class room and food/drink choices you want for your child. Payment is made online at this time.
Did you know that money raised from this program is given back to the school, helping to enrich our kiddo’s school experience? If you have any questions or comments, or would like to volunteer, please email Kasia at kasiamiller.kawshaw@gmail.com. Fun Lunch is driven by volunteers from the Kinosayo Parent Association.
Community Information
Parent Info Session ~ Logically Illogical: Information and Insight into Autism
Featuring: Ros Blackburn
Ros Blackburn is an adult with autism. At three months old she appeared withdrawn, isolated and very much in a world of her own. At 18 months she was diagnosed very severely autistic but with average intellectual ability. Now at 54, Ros lectures nationally and internationally giving insight into her own experiences and the care and education practices she has observed. In spite of the severe limitations imposed by her condition, Ros displays great courage (and a strong sense of humour) in facing her fears and tackling life’s challenges.
Where: St Albert Public Division Office (Heritage Centre)
When: Saturday, December 9, 2023 (9:00AM - 10:30AM)
Who: Parents of St Albert Public Schools
Registration is free but we are limited to 40 attendees so pre-registration is required.
Budget 2024 Consultation
Ensure your voice is heard by contributing your perspectives through Alberta’s Budget 2024 Consultation. This feedback is crucial for setting financial priorities and will influence the government's focus on balancing the budget, addressing growth, affordability, and advocating for Albertans.
The public can participate through an online survey and join telephone town halls with Finance Minister Nate Horner. Additionally, businesses and organizations can submit their suggestions via an online portal.
The consultation process, including the survey and town halls, is open until Jan. 19, 2024, with town halls scheduled for Dec. 11 and 12.