I hope everyone had a great fall break with family last week, and to those who celebrated Diwali during the break, may the festival of lights bring you prosperity, happiness, and unity.

 

I have a few additional items to share with you this week:

Parent Teacher Interviews | Next Week

The booking system (through MyCBE Account) is now open for booking Parent Teacher Interviews. Please see the recurring messages section at the bottom of this email for information on how to book an interview with your child’s teacher.

Spirit Day | Friday, December 1^st

Our Leadership Club will be promoting a school spirit day for all BHS students. Students are encouraged to come dressed in their favourite sports jersey, or favourite team colours on Friday, December 1^st.

Central Fee Waiver

No child is ever denied access to an education in The Calgary Board of Education (CBE) because of an inability to pay. If you can’t afford the fees, there are several ways to qualify for a central fee waiver.

Approved applications will have the following fees (if applicable) waived for the school year:

• Transportation
• Lunch Supervision
• Student Supplies

The CBE aligns with federal and provincial guidelines when assessing waiver applications. Information on how to qualify can be found at the bottom section of this message.

 

I hope everyone has a great weekend, and if you have any questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out to our office at 403-777-6610.

Take care, 

Steve Ross

Principal, Beddington Heights School

Key Dates:

November 22                     Photo Retake and Class Photo Day

November 23                     Kindergarten Parent Teacher Interviews | 8am-7:30 (No School for Kindergarten students)

November 23                     Grade 1-6 Parent Teacher Interviews | 3:30-7:30

November 24                     K-6 Parent Teacher Interviews | 8-12 (No School for Students)

November 30                     Fun Lunch | Mucho Burrito (Order here by November 24^th)

December 1                       Spirit Day (Sports Jersey or Favourite Team Colours)

December 7                       Winter Concert (Grades K/1/2) | 1:15-2:15pm and 6-7pm

December 8                       Non-Instructional Day (No School for Students)

December 11-15                Sound Kreations Dance Residency (Gr. 3-6)

December 15                     Sound Kreations Performance | 10:30am

December 22                     Last Day of School before Winter Break

 

Recurring Messages

Beddington Heights Social Media Account

Beddington Heights School is on Instagram! We will be posting information related to school events along with showcasing some of the learning taking place throughout our building!

Please follow us:

@beddingtonheightsschoolcbe

Jacket Racket

As the weather turns colder and thoughts turn to winter, there may be some families without winter jackets for their kids. Jacket Racket is a non-profit organization that works to provide students with winter coats. If you are unable to provide a winter coat for your child, and you need assistance in this area, please email Ms. Austin by November 17^th. In your email please include the following information:

·       Your name

·       Name of child

·       Grade

·       Homeroom

·       Size of jacket required (Kids Sizes run from 2-14)

·       Do you require any other winter clothing or boots? If so, what sizes?

Beddington Heights Parent Council Fundraiser

Parent Council has organized two fundraisers for the winter season: Growing Smiles & Purdy Chocolates. Please click the links for more information. Growing Smiles ends on November 23^rd and will be delivered on December 7^th. Purdy’s will end on December 2 with delivery of goods happening the week of December 11^th. Please support our Parent Council as this money comes back to support your children at school!

Book Fair | Message from Mrs. Mills

During the week of November 20-24, 2023 students will be invited to enjoy book fair. This is an opportunity for students to buy books and small items to enjoy. The proceeds go directly to help our school buy new recourses. Last year the money went helped our school buy new home reading books since they were desperately needed.

Students will have a chance to preview the book fair and, a second chance with which to buy something. Even a few dollars can get students something.  Book fair will also be open during Parent Teacher Interviews so please pop by! See you in the library for book fair!

Christmas Hampers

With the winter break quickly approaching, we know that the holidays can sometimes be a difficult time for families. To help support Beddington Heights families, community organizations, and members will sometimes provide donations to the school. These donations may take the form of gift cards, small gifts, or hampers. If your family needs support, please contact Ms. Austin by email naaustin@cbe.ab.ca. She will then try to connect you with some source of support. In your email, please provide the following information:

 

•        Name of child
•        Child’s homeroom teacher
•        Specific Area of need (food, clothing, toys, and/or access to activities etc.)

 

Lost and Found

We will be donating all items remaining in the lost and found to good will on November 24^th (following Parent Teacher Interviews). Please come by and retrieve any of your child’s items before this date.

Parent Teacher Interviews | November 23 & 24

We will be hosting parent teacher interviews offering both in-person and online options. You can now book an Interview through your MyCBE Account. You can choose from the following options:

In-Person | Kindergarten Parent Teacher Interviews (Thursday)

In-Person | Grade 1 - 6 Interviews (Thursday)

Online | Kindergarten - Grade 6 interviews (Friday)

 

Detailed instructions for parents can be found here:

https://cbe.ab.ca/support/Pages/MyCBE-PowerSchool-School-Conferences.aspx

Interviews will be scheduled as follows:

Kindergarten | No School for Kindergarten Students on Thursday or Friday
Thursday November 23rd | In-person Mrs. Wu | 8am-7:30pm Mrs. MacPhee | 12:30pm-7:30pm	Friday November 24th | Online (Microsoft Teams) Mrs. Wu | 8am-12pm Mrs. MacPhee | 8am- 12 pm
Grades 1-6 | No School for Grade 1-6 Students on Friday
Thursday November 23rd | In-person 3:30pm-7:30pm	Friday November 24th | Online (Microsoft Teams) 8am-12pm

 

Fun Lunch | Mucho Burrito

Our next Fun Lunch will be Mucho Burrito on November 30^th. Families can order a fun lunch for their child through healthyhunger.ca. Families can choose between a variety of burritos and quesadillas! Orders must be submitted prior to November 24^th.

CBE Fee Waivers

How to Qualify  

Waiver applications for the current school year are available from August 15 through your MyCBE account. The deadline for waiver applications is June 30 of the applicable school year. Waiver applications that are submitted past the deadline may not be approved.

A new fee waiver application form must be completed for each school year.  More information on how to qualify for a fee waiver can be found on the CBE Fees and Waivers page. 

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