Swimming | Grade 1-3 except Miss Hansen
Students in Grades 1-3 (except Miss Hansen’s) class will be swimming this week. To help make the transition at the pool smoother, please have your child wear their swimsuit under their clothes when they come to school. In addition, remember to pack a towel, undergarments for after swimming, and an extra snack, as students are often hungry after their lesson.
Lost and Found | Being donated on Dec. 19 @ 12:30pm
Please swing by this week to visit the lost and found to retrieve any items your child may have lost this year. Items will be donated on December 19th at 12:30 pm, so please make sure you visit the school before Friday to view what is there!
Spirit Days this Week
To finish the week and head into the holidays, we will have the following events this week:
Thursday – Red / Green Day | Wear as much Red and Green as you can find!
Friday – Pajama Day | Show off your best PJs on the final day before winter break!
Friday – Caroling | We will have caroling in the gym from 9-9:30 on Friday for all students!
Gay Straight Alliance | First Meeting in January
In the new year, BHS will be hosting our first Gay-Straight Alliance (GSA) Club for students. We know there may be some questions around this, so we have provided a short Q&A below to give you some more information.
Q - What is a GSA?
A - Gay-Straight Alliances (GSAs) are student clubs made up of students with diverse sexual orientations and/or gender identities as well as allies (e.g., cisgender, heterosexual students). There are also teachers who serve as advisors.
Q - What is the purpose of a GSA?
A - The purpose of GSAs is to provide much needed spaces in which 2SLGBTQ+ students and allies have a safe place to meet and connect. These groups also work together to make their schools more welcoming for students with diverse sexual orientations and/or gender identities.
Q - Who is the club for?
A - The clubs is open to all students to foster a sense of belonging and respect for diversity.
Q - What will happen during the first GSA meeting?
A - Students will be creating club norms, sharing ways to create a sense of community and belonging, and deciding on a name for the club.
If you have any questions about the GSA, please email me at saross@cbe.ab.ca.
Minds Matter Newsletter | December Edition
We’re excited to share the December edition of the Minds Matter Newsletter, created in partnership with Recovery Alberta. This month’s issue includes practical tips for healthy, budget-friendly lunches, links to basic needs and community supports, and information on mental health resources for youth and families.
You can view the full newsletter here: Minds Matter Newsletter
Thank you for helping us support student well-being!
If you have any questions or require any assistance on any other matters, please do not hesitate to contact me at the school.
Take care,
Steve Ross
Principal
Beddington Heights School
Key Dates
December 15-18 | Swimming for Grades 1-3 Students (minus Miss Hansen’s class) |
December 18 | Fun Lunch | Mary Browns |
December 19 | Last Day of Classes before Winter Break |
December 22-January 2 | Winter Break (School Closed) |
January 5 | First Day of School Following Winter Break |
January 12-30 | Gymnastics in PE Class |
January 29 | Fun Lunch | Jelly Modern Doughnuts |
January 30 | Non-Instructional Day (No School for Students) |
February 3 | School Council (Microsoft Teams Link Here) | 6:30pm |
February 12 | Family Pizza Night | Hunterhorn Dominoes |
February 12-13 | Teacher’s and Staff Convention (No School for Students) |
February 16 | Family Day (School Closed) |
February 24 | Report Cards Viewable of MyCBE |
February 25 | Pink Shirt Day |
February 26 | Fun Lunch | Edo Japan |
February 27 | Non-Instructional Day (No School for Students) |
March 2-5 | Book Fair |
March 3 | School Council (Microsoft Teams Link Here) | 6:30pm |
March 12 | Family Pizza Night | Hunterhorn Dominoes |
March 19 | Kindergarten Parent Teacher Interviews (No School for KG Students) | 8am-7:30pm |
March 19 | Grade 1-6 Parent Teacher Interviews In Person | 3:30-7:30pm |
March 20 | Grade K-6 Online Parent Teacher Interviews (No School for ALL Students)| 8am-12pm |
March 23-27 | Spring Break (School Closed) |
March 30 | First Day of School Following Spring Break |
Recurring Messages
Beddington Heights School is on Instagram
We will be sharing updates about school events as well as showcasing the learning taking place throughout our building. Follow us: @beddingtonheightsschoolcbe
Fun Lunch | Mary Brown’s
Our next Fun Lunch will be Mary Brown’s Chicken on December 18th. Ordering deadline is December 13. Orders can be placed at HealthyHunger.ca. During our Dominoes Fun Lunch we were able to provide 14 free Fun Lunches to students thanks to generous donations of BHS parents! Thank you to all those who supported this effort!
Popcorn Sales | Delivered Every Thursday
Again this year, the Parent Council will be selling popcorn for students which will be distributed each Thursday. All proceeds will support BHS families in need during the Winter Break/Christmas season. Popcorn orders will be made through Healthy Hunger, so students won’t need to bring money to school. Families can also pre-order for multiple weeks if they prefer.
To order, please visit HealthyHunger.ca. The ordering deadline each week is the Saturday before each Thursday.
FlipGive Fundraiser
Support Beddington Heights School all year long through FlipGive — an easy, free way to raise money just by shopping for things you already buy!
Our school earns cash back whenever families shop for groceries, gas, dining out, or online purchases from hundreds of popular retailers.
Join our team here: Beddington Heights FlipGive
Every purchase helps support our school families.
Dates of Significance
Hanukkah — Dec. 14 to Dec. 22
Hanukkah, the Jewish Festival of Lights, celebrates the resilience of the Jewish people and the miracle of the Temple’s oil burning for eight nights. Families light the menorah from the evening of December 14, share traditional foods, exchange gifts, and honor themes of hope, dedication, and spiritual renewal.
Winter Solstice / Yule — December 21
The Winter Solstice and Yule both mark the shortest day and longest night of the year, symbolizing the turning point toward returning light. Many cultures honour this moment with rituals celebrating rest, renewal, and the promise of brighter days as the sun begins its slow seasonal ascent.
Christmas — December 25
Christmas commemorates the birth of Jesus and is celebrated with traditions that blend faith, family, and festivity. Lights, gift-giving, music, and shared meals create a sense of joy and generosity, reflecting themes of hope, goodwill, and the spirit of togetherness during wintertime.
Kwanzaa — December 26 to January 1
Kwanzaa is a cultural celebration honouring African heritage and the values that strengthen community. Over seven days — from December 26 to January 1 — it highlights principles such as unity, purpose, creativity, and collective responsibility. Families light the kinara, share traditions, and reflect on cultural pride and shared progress.