BASHAW SCHOOL UPDATE

Did you know that rules for buses vary between the City of Camrose and rural locations? In Camrose, buses cannot use extended signs or flashing lights. Even when bus lights are not flashing, children are likely nearby the bus and a child could run out unexpectedly.

Bus Safety Week occurs this year from October 15 to 21, and BRSD would like to acknowledge bus safety as a critical piece of daily responsibility throughout the division. BRSD safely transports over 3,600 students each school day. This is a collective endeavor involving mechanics, drivers, supervisors, and our dedicated transportation department.

“As we navigate the daily responsibilities of our roles within the division,” says Rhae-Ann Holoien, superintendent of schools, “I want to take a moment to acknowledge and express our collective commitment to the safety of our students during their bus journeys.”

POSTER CONTEST: To help spread awareness to students during Bus Safety Week, Alberta Student Transportation Advisory Council (@ASTAC) is sponsoring a poster contest for students from kindergarten age to grade six. The theme, Stand Back from Yellow and Black, aims to promote awareness and safety for students and for anyone approaching buses, which are always either dropping off or picking up kids when stopped.

BRSD emphasizes the importance of bus safety to ensure that students are well-prepared in the event of any unexpected circumstances. The vigilance and preparedness of everyone is invaluable in this regard.

“I want to express my deepest appreciation for your hard work, dedication, and the care you demonstrate in supervising our students,” says Holoien. “Your commitment and unwavering support for bus safety is a testament to the high standards we uphold at BRSD. Together, we can ensure that our students have safe and positive experiences on their daily bus rides.”

BRSD anticipates student enthusiasm and engagement with activities and education planned throughout October in recognition of Bus Safety Week.

BRSD Board of Trustees is pleased to reintroduce attendance boundary review discussions. ACommunity sessions will be held by the Board from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on the following dates. Registration is not required; everyone is welcome. Your feedback will be appreciated in assisting to make any changes to existing division boundaries.

October 12, École Camrose Composite High School
October 16, New Norway School
October 17, Ryley School
October 18, Daysland School

For more information please refer to the email sent to families on Thursday afternoon, or click the picture.

You are welcome and encouraged to participate in our monthly School Council meetings. It gives you an opportunity to hear from our Principals, reports about school finances, information about your child's education and much more.

Where: Bashaw School

When: Wednesday, October 18 at 3:45 - 4:45

Also: Available to k=join via Zoom - link will be emailed out on Wednesday to parents

The following Info is for YOU! Click the High School Plus Picture to go to their site for GREAT info!

Check out Open House dates and scholarship and bursary info in High School +

Save this link and even download the calendar to yours! The calendar page will let you know early dismissal's, events, etc. Click HERE

Early dismissals will be the FIRST Thursday of most months. Students will be dismissed at 12:05. THIS IS A CHANGE FROM LAST YEAR.

Email: sjenkins@brsd.ab.ca
Website: www.bashaw.brsd.ab.ca
Location: 5304 51 Street Box 69
Phone: 780-372-3800
Facebook: facebook.com/bashaw_school