Dear Parents/ Guardians,

Students have quickly settled into their routines, working hard on writing, mastering fractions, and sharpening their critical thinking skills. Their dedication to learning has created a positive and productive atmosphere in the classroom.

Parent-teacher interview forms will be sent home next week for you to fill out and return. Interviews are scheduled for November 4 and 5, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Please note that Ms. Konchakowski is unavailable on those dates and has arranged alternative times. As always, if you have any questions or concerns, I encourage you to reach out to your child's teacher at any point.

If your child (K-5) needs to stay after school for any reason, please make sure to inform both the classroom teacher and the bus driver. With after-school volleyball games and other activities, some students are unsure of their plans, which can lead to last-minute confusion. If we don’t receive a note or message from you, we will ensure your child is placed on the bus.

On Thursday, we conducted our first Hold and Secure and Lockdown drill of the year. As part of our safety protocols, schools are required to practice six fire drills and two lockdown drills annually. The students did an excellent job following instructions and asked insightful questions.

Finally, this is the last week to register for the after-school program. Students must be pre-registered to attend; drop-ins are not allowed. It’s a great opportunity for some after-school fun for our younger students.

Remember to send in your picture order forms by Monday, October 21—the final day to submit them!

Have a wonderful weekend,

Bailey Benson

"The beautiful thing about learning is that no one can take it away from you." ~ B. B. King

Oct. 21 - Last chance to get your picture order forms in!

Oct. 23 - Volleyball Game: GT @ Niton

Oct. 23 - Library Celebration for 50 Years!

Oct. 24 - After School Program Begins

Oct. 24 - Grade 6 & 9 Immunizations

Oct. 24 - Hot Lunch: Burgers FREE - Sponsored by Giff Truck Service Ltd.

Oct. 24 - Volleyball Game: Niton @ HRH, Niton C Girls @ PG

Oct. 25 - Non - Student Day, Staff PD Day

Oct. 28 - Calahoo Meat Order Due

Oct. 31 - Halloween Celebrations, Haunted House AM, Parade @ 1:00, Elementary Dance to Follow

Nov. 1 - Picture Retakes

Nov. 1 - Pancake Breakfast

Nov. 1 - Pajama Day

Nov. 1 - Grade 6 - 9 Dance, 5:00 - 7:00 PM

The Grade 4/5 students have been using Bloklet to practice their knowledge of Canada’s provinces and capitals. With their notes in hand, they carefully reviewed the information to decide the answers to each question, using what they've learned to guide their choices. This interactive tool has made learning geography fun and engaging, helping students memorize each province and its capital through interactive challenges and activities. Their enthusiasm for mastering this essential Canadian knowledge is clear as they work together and test their skills.

The K/1 class has been busy developing their cutting skills with scissors as they create a colorful art project. They carefully cut out different sections to assemble a class color wheel. The activity has been a fun and hands-on way for them to practice fine motor skills while exploring creativity.

The Grade 6/7 students have been working on a project to design their own zoos, using this creative challenge to learn about different organisms and how they coexist in various ecosystems. Through researching the needs and behaviors of different animals, they are exploring how to create balanced habitats that support the well-being of each species.

The JK/K/1 students are learning about the Seven Sacred Teachings, focusing on one each month. In October, they read the book Sally Sabe and had a thoughtful discussion about the value of honesty. Afterwards, they created a Sabe-inspired craft to reinforce the lesson.

"Strength and growth come only through continuous effort and struggle." ~ Napoleon Hill

Our Knight Awards theme for the month is to Grow! A few things we look for, promote, and model for our students,

• Perseverance: Continuing to work hard and not giving up, even when faced with challenges or setbacks.

• Respect: Valuing others’ opinions, treating people kindly, and following school rules and expectations.

• Curiosity: Showing a desire to learn more, asking questions, and exploring new ideas beyond what is taught.
• Responsibility: Taking ownership of actions, being accountable for schoolwork, and managing time and tasks effectively.
• Empathy: Understanding and caring about others’ feelings, and supporting peers in a compassionate way.

Volleyball

• Monday - Jr. Boys and Girls Practice
• Tuesday -
• Wednesday - Volleyball Game: GT @ Niton
• Thursday - Volleyball Game: Niton @ HRH, Niton C Girls @ PG

Basketball Reffing

If you or someone you know is interested in reffing basketball, please tell them to reach out to the school. We need to find refs for the upcoming basketball season in order for us to be able to host home games so please encourage anyone you know to attend the clinic in Edson.