École Hillgrove
Friday, May 3rd
A Note from Mrs. Bruinsma
May has arrived along with more sunshine, green grass and budding blossoms. At school we are entering the final two month push of the school year. Students will be wrapping up units and preparing for final assessments while also enjoying field trips, track and field and many other great activities around the school. Before we know it the end of the school year will already be here! As we welcome May we wish everyone the warmth of the sun and the growth of the spring season.
Hillgrove Happenings
Outdoor Ed. 7 at Elk Island Park
Foods & Fashion Sewing Projects
Earth Day Yard Clean
Badminton Winners!
Welcome Ms. Mya Baumle, who will be joining our grade 6 team for the remainder of the 2024-2025 school year. We wish Mrs. Ralph all the best as she embarks on motherhood and prepares to welcome a new addition to her family.
Month of May
Wednesday, May 1st
- Morning Student Assemblies
- Early Dismissal 12:00pm
- Fit for Life 7B Soul Fitness Yoga 11:25am-1:00pm
- Badminton Doubles Finals 3:45pm
Monday, May 6th
- Gr. 9 Drama Play Production Spy Game 6:30pm-7:30pm
- Gr. 5-6 (56DMY, 5MOR) In-Class Workshop 12:30-2:00pm
- Gr. 5-9 Spring Cheerleading 3:15-4:30pm
Tuesday, May 7th
- Gr. 9 Drama Play Production Spy Game 6:30pm-7:30pm
- Rugby Game at Lorne Akins 3:15-5:30pm
Wednesday, May 8th
- Outdoor Ed. 9 Canoe Trip 8:45am-2:15pm
- Hats On! For Mental Health Day
Thursday, May 9th
- Gr. 7 (7CLA, 7MOU, 7FIZ) Bunchberry Meadows Trip 9:45am-2:45pm
- Outdoor Ed. 7 Canoe Trip 8:45am-2:15pm
- Gr. 5 & 6 Spring Concert in Hillgrove's Gymnasium 6:30-7:30pm
Friday, May 10th
- Gr. 7 (7BUL, 7GAN, 7KIN) Bunchberry Meadows Trip 9:45am-2:45pm
Monday, May 13th
- Gr. 9 ELA Part A PAT
- Gr. 6 (6SAW) Pickleball 1:00-2:30pm
- Gr. 5-9 Spring Cheerleading 3:15-5:30pm
Tuesday, May 14th
- Gr. 6 (6RAL) Pickleball 9:30-11:00am
- Rugby Game at Major General Griesbach 3:15-5:30pm
Wednesday, May 15th
- Gr. 9 FLA Part A PAT
Thursday, May 16th
- Gr. 7-9 Track Meet at Fowler Park Track
- Gr. 5 Camp Yowochas Day Trip 8:30am-6:00pm
Friday, May 17th
- Staff PD Day, No School
Monday, May 20th
- Victoria Day, No School
Tuesday, May 21st
- Parent Council/ Parent Fundraising Committee Mtgs. 7:00pm
Thursday, May 23rd
- Gr. 6 Immunizations
- Rugby Game at Lorne Akins 3:15-5:30pm
Friday, May 24th
- Grove Hot Lunch: Panago Pizza
- Gr. 6 (6SAW) Pickleball 1:00-2:30pm
Monday, May 27th
- Gr. 5-9 Spring Cheerleading 3:15-4:30pm
Tuesday, May 28th
- Gr. 5 (5MOR) Little White Schoolhouse 12:00-2:30pm
Thursday, May 30th
- Drama 7 & 8 Children's Festival 11:30am-1:30pm
- Gr. 7-9 Farewell Dance 5:30pm-8:00pm
Friday, May 31st
- Gr. 6 (6RAL) Pickleball 1:00-2:30pm
2023-2024 Yearbook
The Grades 5-9 2023-2024 school yearbook is available to order for $35.00 through your PowerSchool Parent Portal Account. Yearbooks will be delivered to the school and distributed to students in the fall.
2024-2025 Student Registration
The 2024-2025 Returning Student Registration is now overdue. Please complete the registration form online through your PowerSchool Parent Portal if you have not yet done so.
Please note:
- One form for each student must be completed every school year.
- Course Selection forms and Option forms for Jr. High & High School students will not be processed until the returning student online registration has been completed.
Please contact the office if you are moving or transferring schools.
- Do not complete a New Student form, even if you are transferring schools within St. Albert Public Schools next year. The New Student form is for families who are new to the school division.
- Click here to sign into your Parent Portal
- Click here to view Hillgrove's Grades 7-9 2024-2025 Options Booklet
- If you have any questions or need assistance with completing the registration, please contact the school at 780-459-4456 or hg@spschools.org
Grade 6 Provincial Achievement Tests
Due to new curriculum implementation, Alberta Education has communicated that students will not be writing the English Language Arts and Literature (ELAL) and Mathematics Provincial Achievement Tests (PATs) for grade 6. As our school is also piloting the new Science 6 curriculum, grade 6 students will only be writing the Social Studies 6 Provincial Achievement Test this coming June.
Please click here to see the June Assessment Calendar for more information regarding final exams and PATs for École Hillgrove Students.
Homework Club
Homework Club will be available Tuesdays from 3pm - 4pm in the Hill Library for all students in grades 5-9. During this time students can access teacher support for their course work or utilize a quiet space to get caught up on their homework. Please reach out to Mme. Girard, megan.girard@spschools.org for any specific queries regarding Homework Club.
Dress for the Weather
Students should be arriving to school with weather appropriate clothing as they need to be prepared to go outside for recess/lunch, physical education as well as times planned by teachers throughout the week. As the weather changes from morning to afternoon we are asking students to always come prepared with appropriate clothing regardless of the weather forecast.
Parent Council & Parent Fundraising Committee
Hillgrove's Parent Council and the Fundraising Committee meet the 3rd Tuesday of the month. Parent Council will begin at 7pm, directly followed by the Fundraising Committee meeting. The next meeting will take place on Tuesday, May 21st, 2024. Please note that no meetings are held in June.
Parent Fundraising Committee Treasurer Position Available
Treasurer Role Description:
This parent volunteer role will help support the fundraising committee and have the following duties; depositing funds at the bank, keeping track of funds in multiple accounts, writing cheques, and providing financial reports to necessary stakeholders. The interested party should have good organizational skills and strong math skills. Meeting commitments include one meeting a month from September to May, with no meeting held in December.
Interested volunteers can reach out to our co-chairs, Marwa El -Morshedy (marwaelmorshedy@gmail.com) or Soad Tarrabain (smt111@hotmail.com). Alternatively, interested volunteers can also reach out to our Principal, Jennifer Bruinsma, jennifer.bruinsma@spschools.org.
The time of our parent volunteers continues to be appreciated and valued.
Grade 9 Drama Production
Monday, May 6th Performance: FULL- No seating available
Tuesday, May 7th Performance: FULL- No seating available
Grades 5-6 Spring Concert
Grades 7-9 Track Meet
The grades 7-9 Track Meet will be taking place on Thursday, May 16th at Fowler Athletic Park. Students are expected to arrive at the track meet for morning attendance which will be taken at 8:15am.
Students should be prepared with:
- Appropriate clothing for track and field activities along with rain gear
- Appropriate footwear for safe running (running shoes/sneakers) No sandals or crocs
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen
- Money for concession (optional)
- Packed lunch if not purchasing from the concession
Attention Grade 9 Families
School Division News
Parent Satisfaction Survey
As part of our school and the division's planning and reporting processes, we conduct an annual parent satisfaction survey to find out how parents feel about their child's education. Parent, student and staff survey results help us reflect on our work. A sampling of survey results are included in our Annual Education Results Report which is updated and posted to our website annually in late fall.
Please take a few minutes to complete the parent satisfaction survey as honestly and accurately as you can. We ask that you complete one survey for each child you have enrolled in our division.
The survey deadline is May 3, 2024.
All responses are confidential and anonymous.
Pride Panel
St. Albert Public Schools is excited to host a Pride Panel for student and parent allies of our 2SLGBTQIA+ school community members. The event will take place on Tuesday, June 11th at 6:30pm at a St. Albert school. This panel will consist of various members of our community who will share their narratives and answer set questions. There will also be a question and answer period that will be moderated by our division office staff. Please complete the Registration Form by Tuesday, June 4th if you would like to attend. Please contact St. Albert Public Schools Division Office with any questions 780-460-3712.
2024-2025 Bus Pass Application
The 2024-2025 Bus Pass: Application and Kindergarten Bus Pass Application 2024-2025 are now available on the BusPlanner Portal. Bus routes and stop locations are set based on applications received before June 1, 2024. Please do not wait to apply.
A few factors that come into play when assigning a stop include:
- central location in relation to students in the area (based on applications received by June 1st)
- transit stop location
- accessibility to neighbourhoods (new and established)
- traffic pattern/congestion
- direction of bus path (side of road)
Please ensure that all transportation fees are paid or a payment plan has been established with Transportation Services before submitting your application.
If you have any questions please contact Transportation Services at 780-460-3712.
Contest ends on Friday, May 31st!
Internet Child Exploitation ( ICE ) Resources
Understanding Grade 1 - 6 Proficiency Scales for Reporting
Please visit the link below for information on the three levels of the proficiency scale along with student learning outcomes.
Provincial Funding Information
Community News
Important School Reminders
Morning Routine
School doors will open at 8:15am. Please ensure students dress appropriately for the weather if you plan to arrive early. The first bell rings at 8:22. Registration and attendance begins promptly at 8:27. Please arrive on time.
Student Attendance
Regular attendance at school plays a key role in student learning, achievement and social-emotional health. Should your child be absent from school, please contact the office by:
- Phoning (780)459-4456
- Submitting an online absence report here
- Emailing hillgroveattend@spschools.org
Automated phone messages will be sent out to notify families of any unexcused absences.
If your child is late or is being picked up early, please ensure they sign in or out at the office. The office must receive notice from a parent/guardian before a student can be dismissed early during school hours.
Student Cell Phones
During instructional blocks and transitions between blocks, student cell phones are required to remain secured in their locker. Students may use their cell phone during their scheduled lunch break.
The school is not responsible for lost, broken or stolen cell phones.
Zero Tolerance of Illegal Substances
Our school has a zero tolerance policy for being in possession or using illegal substances on or off school property during school hours or school sponsored events. As all Hillgrove students are under the age of 18, these substances include:
- drugs of any kind including alcohol or marijuana
- vaping or vape supplies
- cigarettes
Inclusive School Environment
Non-Perishable Food Items for Families
We have non-perishable food items available for families that could benefit. If you are interested, please email jacqueline.brown@spschools.org or call Jacqueline at school, (780)459-4456 to connect.
Hillgrove Student Services
Referrals can be made to outside agencies where families and students need access to more intensive support.
Please get in touch by phone at (780)459-4456 or email; jacqueline.brown@spschools.org: justin.pysar@spschools.org
Class Connect
Class Connect is a homeroom-based class activity that occurs every Friday from 8:30am - 9:00am. The objective of Class Connect is to provide the homerooms with the gift of time to connect, share, and build a sense of community and belonging within our buildings. Topics that are covered during Class Connect include mental health, healthy relationships, goal setting, organization, special celebrations such as National Day for Truth and Reconciliation or celebrating Terry Fox, and whole school-wide activities. You can check out Hillgrove's Class Connect website here.
Parent Parking Reminder
To ensure the safety of the students:
- Do not drive through the staff parking lot to drop off and pick up students during peak times (8:00am-8:30am and 2:45pm-3:15pm) unless an arrangement has been made with the school administration.
- Do not park in the school bus lanes during peak times (8:00am-8:30am and 2:45pm-3:15pm)
- Do not park in the school's designated accessible parking stalls unless you have a valid provincial parking placard.
- Please keep residential driveways clear in our school community. Do not park within 1.5 meters of the neighbourhood driveways or garage entrances.
School Fees
2023-2024 School Fees are to be paid at school (cash or cheque- made payable to St. Albert School Division) or online through the PowerSchool Parent Portal.
Transportation Information
Bus Location
The following buses park in front of the "Grove" building: 103, 105, 109, 118, 119 (shuttle bus), 128
The following buses park in front of the "Hill" building: 101, 104, 110, 124, 129, 130, 131
Going to both locations: 152, 153, 154
If you have questions regarding transportation you may contact the transportation department at transportation@spschools.org or (780)460-3712.
Contact Us
50 Grosvenor Boulevard, St. Albert, AB, Canada, T8N 0X6
780.459.4456