Elements' Family Weekly
May 10, 2024
Principal's Message
Dear FSE Families,
This week we recognized Mental Health Week at FSE, including Hats On for Mental Health on Wednesday, along with Bus Driver Appreciation Day!
A friendly reminder that Monday, May 13 from 3 to 4:15 p.m. our FSE Parent Society will be in the front foyer so families can come pick up their Little Caesar orders. Thank you to our FSE Parent Society for organizing and to everyone who supported this fundraising effort as we begin saving up to purchase a sound system, projector and screen for our gymnasium!
On Tuesday, May 14 we are having our Volunteer Tea in the gymnasium from 1-2 p.m. All our volunteers are invited to attend. I am really looking forward to our student performances honouring our amazing volunteers! We truly appreciate all the time and effort our volunteers put in to supporting our school community!
As Thursday, May 16 and Friday, May 17 are school closure days, I hope everyone finds some time to rest and relax with friends and family!
Have a great weekend everyone!
As always, if you have any questions, please email me directly at shelby.labrecque@eips.ca or call 780-998-7771, during regular business hours.
Kind regards,
Shelby Labrecque, M. Ed.
Principal
Fort Saskatchewan Elementary School
OPPORTUNITY!
FSE School Council ~ Parent Society
Our next AGM school council meeting is on Thursday, May 23 @ 6:15 p.m. right after our Kindergarten Information Night! All parents/caregivers are welcome!
If you have questions or want more information please email fseparentsociety@gmail.com.
Shout out to our amazing FSE Parent Society!
Our heartfelt appreciation goes out to the FSE Parent Society for purchasing an emotional regulation kit for our school community to use! We are so incredibly grateful for your generous donation!
Little Caesars Fundraiser!
Time for you, your friends, and your family to order some Little Caesars Pizza Kits. Choose from a variety of pizza, breads, and cookies! Perfect for quick dinners, parties or entertaining!
$6 from each kit goes to the FSE Parent Society! Order online through May 2, 2024.
Pizza Kits will be ready for pickup from the school on May 13, 2024, between 3-4:15 p.m.
Follow these steps to purchase your Pizza Kits with a credit card.
1. Go to www.Pizzakit.ca.
2. Enter Fundraiser ID: 440885. Then click check fundraiser. Click confirm fundraiser.
3. Login to your account if you have purchased kits before or create an account to get started. Enter your name, email address, and a password of your choice.
4. Click on Pizza and Specialty Kits for main products and Cookie Dough to see our four choices.
5. Please enter YOUR STUDENT’S NAME in the seller’s name field at the top to check out. Fill in information for payment and click continue. You’re all done!
Great job and thank you for supporting the FSE Parent Society! Funds raised go towards getting a new projector, sound system, and screen in our gym!
Get ready for Kindergarten!
Do you have a child registered in kindergarten next year? If so, make sure to attend Fort Saskatchewan Elementary's upcoming Kindergarten Information Night on May 23, 2024.
You’ll get to:
· visit the classroom;
· meet the teacher;
· gain insight on play-based learning; and
· see what a typical day looks like.
Kindergarten Information Night 2024:
Date: May 23, 2024
Time: 5-6 p.m.
Location: Fort Saskatchewan Elementary School
To make the transition to school as smooth as possible, Elk Island Public Schools has put together a toolkit for families. The kit includes information about registration, important dates, programming options, what to expect, eligibility, finding your designated school, transportation and more. Find it at: Welcome to EIPS Kindergarten.
Additional information about Fort Saskatchewan Elementary’s kindergarten program is available on the school website.
NOTE: We are planning on having our School Council meeting right after our Kindergarten Information Night so please plan on attending to learn more!
ACTION!
Health & Wellness
Alberta Health Services offers free online programming for parents and caregivers of children and youth. Sessions are offered through Zoom. The list of May/June 2024 sessions is now available.
INFORMATION!
The New K-6 English Language Arts and Literature Curriculum
To help you understand the new K-6 English Language Arts and Literature curriculum, the Alberta Regional Professional Development Consortia (ARPDC) has developed some summary documents to help parents have a quick summary of the highlights of all the great learning students have been engaging in throughout this school year. Check out the documents for the appropriate grade(s):
Upcoming important dates!
- May 13: Class Picture Day! Dress your best!
- May 14: Volunteer Tea! 1-2 p.m.
- May 14: ECS B Class Picture Day! Dress your best!
- May 16: Moose Hide Campaign Day
- May 16: School Closure Day
- May 17: School Closure Day
- May 20: No School ~ Victoria Day
- May 23: Kindergarten Information Night 5-6 p.m.
- May 23: School Council/Parent Society AGM @ 6:15 p.m.
- May 24: Hot Lunch
- May 28: First Nations, Metis, and Inuit Family Gathering 6-7 p.m. @ West River's Edge Pavilion
- May 29: Red Shirt Day
Looking ahead to June...
- June 5: Early dismissal @ 2:05 p.m.
- June 7: Track Day
- June 14: Rainout Track Day
- June 19: Gr. 6 PAT Social 9-10 a.m.
- June 20: Gr. 6 PAT Science 9-10 a.m.
- June 21: National Indigenous Peoples Day
- June 21: Talent Show 1-2 p. m.! Families welcome!
- June 25: Gr. 6 Birch Bay Field Trip
- June 26: Gr. 6 Farewell 1 p.m.~ Families welcome to attend!
- June 26: Report Cards Published ~ Last day for students!
Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Newsletter
In this space, we'll be sharing information and resources related to First Nations, Métis and Inuit education throughout EIPS. We'll highlight what's happening in our Division schools, provide resources available for students and families, and share upcoming school and community events. Here is the latest!
Community Services Providers in the Fort Saskatchewan Area
Family – School Liaison Workers – (780) 619-1042
Boys and Girls Club – (780) 992-0103
Alberta Health Services for Fort Saskatchewan (780) 342-2366
Child & Adolescent Mental Health Services – (780) 342-2388
Family Community Support Services – (780) 992-6267
Families First Society – (780) 998-5595
Alberta Heartland Primary Care Network – (780) 997-0046
About Us
Email: general.fse@eips.ca
Website: www.fortelem.ca
Location: 9802 - 101 Street
Phone: 780-998-7771
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FortSaskElementary
Twitter: @FortElementary