January

• Jan. 27 - Family Math Game Night - 6:15-7:30 p.m. This is an RSVP Event
• Jan. 28 - Grade 3 - In-school field trip
• Jan. 28 - PJ and Stuffy Day
• Jan. 29 - No School: Professional Learning Day
• Jan. 30 - Digital Well-Being for Parents and Caregivers 6:00-7:30 p.m. at Wes Hosford School Sign Up: Digital Well-Being: For Parents and Caregivers of Youth Ages 9 - 14 years, Thursday, January 30, 2025, 6 - 7:30pm - Family and parenting supports | Strathcona County
• Jan. 31 - Grades 1-3 Inuit Presentation
• Jan. 31 - Hot Lunch - The Canadian Brewhouse - Orders Closed Jan. 23
• Jan. 31 - Grade 5 Swimming Lessons

February

• Feb. 1 - New Student and Kindergarten Registration Begins

• Feb. 3 & 4 - Scholastic Book Fair - 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

• Feb. 3 - Parent Teacher Interviews - 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

• Feb. 4 - Parent Teacher Interviews - 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

• Feb. 5 - Early Dismissal - Students dismissed at 2:13 p.m.

• Feb. 5 - Spirit Day - Wear red, pink and/or white

• Feb. 6 & 7 - No School: Teacher's Convention

• Feb. 10-24 - Returning Student Registration Open until February 23

• Feb. 10-15 - Random Acts of Kindness Week

• Feb. 14 - Grade 5 Swimming Lessons

• Feb. 17 - No School: Family Day

• Feb. 21 - Grade 5 Swimming Lessons

• Feb. 21 - Kindergarten (both classes) - Field Trip

• Feb. 26 - Pink Shirt Day

• Feb. 28 - Grade 5 Swimming Lessons

Be sure to check out our school calendar.

Get ready to celebrate your child's learning!

Term 2 Interviews are on February 3 and 4 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.

• Kindergarten to Grade 6: 12-minute conferences.

• Connections: 36-minute meetings per child.

• Impact and CSP: 24-minute interviews per child.
  
  

Teachers will share student achievements and families are encouraged to bring their child to join the discussion. Also, don’t miss the Scholastic Book Fair taking place during both evenings!

Booking Details

• The online booking form opens Monday, January 20, at 4:00 p.m. and closes January 29 at 8:00 p.m.

• Interviews are with your child’s homeroom teacher (one booking per student).

• Mrs. Ganert (school counsellor) and Mrs. Newton (music teacher) are also available by appointment using the online booking form.

We value your input on school fees for the 2025-26 school year as part of our annual consultation process. During the January School Council meeting, we discussed the fee process and ways families can provide feedback.

To share your thoughts, please complete the 2025-26 WBF School Fees Feedback Survey.

At our March School Council meeting, we will present the proposed fees for 2025-26 before submitting them for approval. Details about current fees and the survey are available on the Fees page of our school website.

We kindly ask for your cooperation in ensuring the safety of all students during drop-off and pick-up times.

Bus Lane: Please do not park in the bus lane during drop-off and pick-up times. It’s essential to keep this area clear for buses to safely load and unload students.

Crosswalk Safety: Remind students to use the marked crosswalks when crossing the parking lot or roadways. Cutting across the staff parking lot or other areas can be dangerous.

By working together, we can ensure a safe and smooth experience for everyone. Thank you for your cooperation.

Many junior highs across the Division are hosting open houses to share information about courses and programs to help families make informed decisions during the 2025-26 new student registration and returning student registration season.

Learn more about everything EIPS has to offer by attending one or more school open houses or alternative program information sessions at a school near you.

• Ardrossan Junior/Senior High: February 10 from 6:00-7:00 p.m.
• Clover Bar Junior High: January 28 from 6:00-7:30 p.m.
• F.R. Haythorne Junior High: February 4 from 5:00-7:00 p.m.
• Sherwood Heights Junior High: February 11 from 6:00-8:00 p.m.
• Strathcona Christian Academy Secondary: January 20 from 6:00-7:00 p.m.

Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) returning student registration process for 2025-26 takes place Feb. 10-24, 2025. Through an online form, families will confirm the school and program their child will attend next year or advise the Division if they aren’t returning. For students who want to attend a non-designated school next year, these requests must be submitted through the returning student registration process—acceptance is based on available space.

On February 10, the parent/guardian on file in PowerSchool identified as the Permission Click contact for each pre-kindergarten to Grade 11 student will receive an email through Permission Click with a link to the form. If your family hasn’t received any Permission Click forms this school year, contact the school office so we can investigate any technical issues before registration season.

Families can purchase books from the Fair in person during our Parent-Teacher Student Interviews. Our Library Learning Commons will receive a percentage of all sales and earn Scholastic Dollars that can be redeemed for classroom furniture, resources, and (of course) more books! Our book fairs accept debit, credit, Mydoh, and Apple Pay.

Featured Books, and digital flyers can be found on our Woodbridge Farms Book Fair Website.

Thank you for your support!

Raising school-aged children can be both rewarding and challenging, especially when it comes to managing healthcare costs. We wanted to share some valuable programs from the Government of Alberta (GOA) that may help cover prescription drug costs for both youth and adults in families experiencing financial hardship.

Alberta Adult Health Benefit

The Alberta Adult Health Benefit program provides financial assistance to families facing economic challenges to help cover costs related to health services, including prescription medications, dental care, optical care, and more. Learn more and apply here: Alberta Adult Health Benefit | Alberta.ca

Alberta Child Health Benefit

The Alberta Child Health Benefit helps parents cover healthcare expenses for their children, including prescription drugs, dental and optical care, and essential medical supplies. Find out more and apply here: Alberta Child Health Benefit | Alberta.ca

What’s Covered?

To see the full list of prescription drugs covered under these programs, visit the GOA's official site here: Drug Benefit List and Review Process: Drug benefit list and drug review process | Alberta.ca

Here are some awesome, FREE, upcoming opportunities for learning around mental health and wellness, here in Strathcona County!

AMH Education Sessions Newsletter - Jan Feb 2025

Understanding Anxiety Series

Part 1: An Introduction

This session will distinguish between normal worries and anxiety that is no longer helpful or productive and will help participants to identify signs that they or their child/youth may be experiencing anxiety.

Date: Wednesday, February 5, 2025

Time: 12:00 – 1:00 pm

For adults supporting their own wellness or the wellness of children and youth.

Part 2: Calming Our Bodies

In this session, we will review how the body reacts to stress triggers, ways we can start to notice the body’s stress responses, and strategies for regulating ourselves, children, and youth.

Date: Wednesday, February 12, 2025

Time: 12:00 – 1:00 pm

For adults supporting their own wellness or the wellness of children and youth.

Part 3: Settling Our Minds

In this session, we will look at how anxiety can lead to negative thoughts and thinking traps that can hold us back. Strategies for encouraging more realistic thinking will be discussed.

Date: Wednesday, February 19, 2025

Time: 12:00 – 1:00 pm

For adults supporting their own wellness or the wellness of children and youth.

Part 4: Overcoming Avoidance

In this session, we will discuss how avoidance of stressors can increase our stress response over time. We will discuss ways to manage stressful situations in steps and effective coping skills.

Date: Wednesday, February 26, 2025

Time: 12:00 – 1:00 pm

For adults supporting their own wellness or the wellness of children and youth.

Body Image and Eating Disorders

Struggles with self- esteem, body image and weight control are a common concern for both girls and boys. This session will explore some of the reasons behind these struggles, provide information on disordered eating and eating disorders, as well as discuss strategies for supporting teens towards healthier perspectives and habits.

Date: Wednesday, January 22, 2025

Time: 6:00 – 7:30 pm

For adults, and caregivers of youth grades 7-12; for adults only.

Technology and the Teenage Brain-Digital Wellness for Families

Technology is a huge part of our children’s lives. Come together to discuss how modern technology can impact the developing teenage brain. As we review some of the risks and benefits of technology use, parents and teens will reflect on ways to stay safer and more balanced in their use of technology to better support positive mental health.

Date: Wednesday, February 19, 2025

Time: 6:00 – 7:30 pm

For caregivers and youth (Grades 7-12) to attend together.

To register for any of these sessions, click HERE