Eckville Elementary News - Parents

As we step into March, we have the opportunity to celebrate and reflect on three important occasions: International Women’s Day (March 8), World Social Work Day (March 19), and World Down Syndrome Day (March 21). Each of these days highlights the strength, compassion, and inclusivity that make our school and community stronger.

International Women’s Day reminds us of the incredible role women play in shaping young lives—whether as teachers, education assistants, volunteers, or family members. Their dedication, kindness, and leadership help guide our students each and every day.

World Social Work Day honors the social workers who support and uplift children and families, ensuring that every child has the resources and encouragement they need to thrive. Their work often happens behind the scenes, but its impact is felt every day.

World Down Syndrome Day is a celebration of diversity, inclusion, and the unique strengths that every individual brings to our school community. It’s an opportunity to promote kindness, understanding, and the belief that we are all better when we embrace and support one another.

This month, let’s take a moment to appreciate the women, social workers, and individuals with Down syndrome who make our school and world a better place. Their strength, dedication, and spirit inspire us all.

During the week leading up to International Women's Day, we will be reading about extraordinary women's achievements on the announcements. On Monday, we read about Cecile Eustace Smith, the first Canadian woman to represent Canada in the Olympics back in 1924. She was a figure skater who competed in the first winter Olympics in Chamonix, France at just 15 years old.

Thank you to Cheryl Slade for raising over $1800 for Grade 6 Camp with a battery round up!! Thank you also for the Canteen donation from Cheryl Slade!

Thank you to Alberta Views RV and Golf Club for their Camp donation! Thank you to the Resta and Oslund families for their generous Camp donations as well! We are getting close to fulfulling our goal!

Thank you to Andrea Nelson for her camera donation supporting our Options class!

There are so many great things going on in the school each and every day and we are thankful for everyone's contributions that go towards making Eckville Elementary the amazing school it is.

-Mr. Jay Cottell

Just a reminder to everyone that all school visitors need to check in at the main office. When students are being picked up early, please come to the office and let us know, then we can call or walk down to the classroom. This helps limit classroom disruptions and lets us ensure we know who are always in the building as visitors, in case of an emergency.

The Alberta government has a system for schools and school authorities to consistently assess progress and demonstrate success called the Assurance Framework. The framework has 5 assurance areas with related performance measures that enable schools and school authorities to show their communities how they are performing each year. Schools and school authorities share their results with their stakeholders through their Annual Education Results Report (AERR) and engage with them to set priorities and build their education plan.

• Mr. Reimer is completing this in class with students in Gr 4-6.
• Mrs. Opsahl emailed all parents in Gr 4-6 directions and a unique, anonymous survey code.

Our Celebration of Learning will take place on Thursday, March 20 from 4:00 - 7:00 PM. This is an opportunity for your children to be leaders and show you what they have been learning in class.

Teachers will have centres set up for your child to lead you through to demonstrate their skills in many subject areas.

If you require an individual meeting with a teacher or if they require one with you, these will need to be set up on an alternate date.

Students of the Month and Academic Excellence winners all enjoy Pizza with the Principals, thanks to Central Alberta Co-op! We had our assembly on Monday, February 24 and then pizza was together at noon on Friday, February 28.

STUDENTS OF THE MONTH

Grade 1 - Bristol Pacentrilli

Grade 2 - Reid Nergard

Grade 3 - Colton Marr, Lilly Mitchell, Zane Nergard

Grade 4 - Avery Bramall, JJ Campeau, Meadow Hogan

Grade 5 - Willow Lewis, Nolan Lloyd

Grade 6 - Alex Burry, Lily Cowley, Blake Marr, Arden Wiebe

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

Grade 1 - Kaiden Hoekstra

Grade 2 - Gracie Renaud

Grade 3 - Maddison Resta

Grade 4 - Nolan Nicolay

Grade 5 - Ethan Spence

Grade 6 - Adrian Smith

We are happy to announce that Central Alberta Co-op is now sponsoring our monthly student recognition and pizza with the principals! We thank them for their support and for encouraging our students to do their best day in and day out!

Grade 3 - Zane Nergard, Maddison Resta, Aaron Yang

Grade 4 - Tylee Dixon, Nolan Nicolay, Grace Rodney, Keeley Sampson

Grade 5 - Tessa Denomme, Adalynn Holmen, Oliver Marsh, Berklee Stunden

Grade 6 - Alex Burry, Lauren Kary, Eli Lodewyk, Hailey Rumbolt

A Mental Health grant enables us to book Social Emotional Learning led by WCPS facilitators. Teachers remain in the classroom for programming to see how they might be able to add components into classroom routines.

Ask you child or their teacher for details on these programs that began in February and wrap up on March 17.

• Grade 2 - Kimochis
• Grade 4 - Identity PIE
• Grade 6 - Hopeful Minds

• Wednesday, March 5 - Kindergarten and PreK Open House - 2:00 - 6:00 PM
• Canyon Ski Hill Grade 6
• Saturday, March 8 - International Women's Day
• Wednesday, March 12 - CRANK GYM Demos in PE Gr 1-6
• Rocky Football - Gym Lunch - interested students
• Friday, March 14 - Camp ALEXO - Gym Lunch - interested students
• Tuesday, March 18 - World Social Work Day
• Wednesday, March 19 - School Council Meeting 7 pm
• Thursday, March 20 - World Down Syndrome Day
• Celebration of Learning 4 - 7 pm
• SPIRIT DAY - ODD SOCKS DAY
• Spring Canteen Day
• Friday, March 21 - PD Day - No School for Students
• Monday, March 24 - Friday, March 28 - SPRING BREAK
• Monday, March 31 - Month End Assembly 1 pm

Hot Lunches were available to order in your Parent Portal and payment was due at the end of February. If you require support in accessing your Parent Portal, please contact the school office.

• March 6 - Boxcar
• March 13 - Subway
• March 20 - Hot Dogs

THANK YOU TO OUR SCHOOL COUNCIL FOR COORDINATING THESE AWESOME LUNCHES!!!

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