JUNE 26, 2025 

Thank you, Merci, Aye, Hand to Heart in Gratitude 

Dear Altadore Families,  

Here we are on the last day together before we move into the beautiful days of summer. 

We are so grateful for the many diverse learning experiences that have supported our students in achieving excellence this year. Our school community, working together, has created a vibrant and nurturing learning environment for all. 

I am so proud of our talented, knowledgeable, and deeply committed teachers, educational assistants, lunchroom staff, Facility Operator, and of course, Ms. Tori. It truly takes a community to educate a child. 

Congratulations to our Grade 6 students as they begin the next chapter of their educational journey. To those moving on to new schools, we wish you the very best. Take a moment now and then to visit us in your thoughts and remember, our doors will always be open for a visit. 

To those returning, we look forward to welcoming you back after a fun and restful summer. 

Kitaakit’amat’sin (we’ll see you soon) 

Iikiinayookaa M. Yellow Horn Karlee Zelmer 

Principal Assistant Principal 

mfyellowhorn@cbe.ab.ca kmzelmer@cbe.ab.ca 

Report Cards__________________________________________________ 

Families can view, download or print online report cards for kindergarten to Grade 12 students starting Wednesday, June 25 until July 25, 2025, through MyCBE​. Within MyCBE, families can also view student information, comments from your child’s teacher, assignments and grades and attendance information. Don’t forget to print them if you want a copy for future reference.  

Parent Survey_________________________________________________ 

Your voice is important at Altadore School, and we value your input. One way we gather your feedback is through our annual parent survey. 

Below you will find a short survey focused on your child’s learning experience at school. It also includes questions about your experience with School Council, the allocation of School Council resources, and your connection with Altadore School administration. 

 

The survey will remain open until the end of the day on June 27, 2025. Access survey here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=hxMW71old0evNoC4_OTuc4AAGgfllEpEuH4cu76NmYFUMzBRUlJGSVM5OU9KQ1owNE9SU1RTVkdGSS4u 

We encourage you to take a few moments to complete it—your insights help guide our planning and strengthen our school community. 

Thank you for your time and continued support. 

 

Back to School Information                                                                      

 

The first day of school for students is Tuesday, September 2. We have a soft start at 8:39 am when the doors open, instruction will begin at 8:42 am.   

 

 Kindergarten staggered entry is as follows:  

Tuesday, September 2, 2025 

  • AM (Surnames A-L)- 8:55-10:35 AM 
  • PM (Surnames A-L)- 1:35- 3:05 PM 

Wednesday, September 3, 2025 

  • AM (Surnames M-Z)- 8:55-10:35 AM 
  • PM (Surnames M-Z)- 1:35- 3:05 PM 

 

All classroom teachers will be emailing families via School Messenger on Thursday, August 28 at 9:00 am to let them know who their teacher will be and where to meet on the first morning. Those who have not heard from the school by 2:00 pm on that day are welcome to call the school office for this information. Please note that changes happen right up until the emails go home and that anything you may see or hear before that date may or may not be accurate.  

There will be a Welcome Back Coffee for parents provided by our School Council on the morning of September 2 (8:45 AM) . It will be in the garden or the learning commons depending on the weather. Please come and get to know our parent community families.  

Please see the attached calendar for bell times and important dates for the year. This ca be found on our website here.  

School Organization 2025-26_____________________________________________ 

We would like to share some changes in our bell times for next year. Please see the school calendar here.   

For Grades 1-6 

  • 8:26 – Outdoor Supervision 
  • 8:39 – Entry Bell  
  • 8:42 – Instruction begins.  
  • 11:45 – 12:25 Lunch for Grades 1-3 
  • 12:35-1:15 Lunch for Grades 4-6 
  • 3:15 – Dismissal (Monday -Thursday) 
  • 12:45 – Dismissal (Friday)  

 

Kindergarten 

  • AM Kindergarten (Monday – Thursday) 
    • 8:26 – Outdoor Supervision 
    • 8:29 – Entry Bell  
    • 8:42 – Instruction Begins 
    • 11:31 Dismissal 
  • PM Kindergarten (Monday – Thursday) 
    • 12:26 – Instruction Begins 
    • 3:15 – Dismissal 
  • Alternating Fridays
    • 8:42 – 12: 45 (AM or PM- please see calendar for the dates)


Following are our tentative plans for school organization for next year. As we do not know for sure how many students we will have in September, this is not a firm plan. Thank you for your patience, understanding, and cooperation.  

 

Grade 

Current # of Classes 

K 

2 

1/2 

5 

3 

3 

4/5 

5 

6 

2 

 

Staffing Changes___________________________________________________                                                                                                       

Jill Wrightson retired this year. We wish her a happy retirement. Micheal Herchek and Nancy Gillot's temporary contracts ended and we wish them the best. The rest of Altadore Staff remains the same. We are actively seeking a Learning Leader/teacher for the 2025-26 school year. More information will be shared in August once the hiring process is completed. 


Welcome Back Picnic___________________________________________________ 

Mark on your calendars for Thursday, September 4 when we will be having our Welcome Back Picnic between 5:00 – 7:00 pm. Come join the fun with your picnic blankets and lawn chairs. Bring your own picnic or get something from the food trucks and come meet some new families as we begin a new school year.  


School Fees and Supplies_______________________________________________ 

School supplies will be provided by the school. Information regarding additional fees will be sent home in September. 

On the first day of school, all students should bring: 

  • A backpack 
  • A water bottle 
  • A bagged lunch and a recess snack 

Please note indoor shoes are not required until the weather changes. 

 

Summer Office Hours___________________________________________________ 

The office will be closed from Friday June 27 at 12:00 pm and will reopen with part-time hours starting on Monday, August 18. If you have further information you need to share with the school before the, please email Ms. Tori at vmychick@cbe.ab.ca. 

Notes of Thanks_______________________________________________________ 

Thank you to the following individuals for their recent contributions to our school:  

  • All the beautifully talented students who participated in the talent show.  
  • Everyone who participated and volunteered at Sports Day! 
  • The G.6 farewell committee – the gym was beautifully decorated, the students loved the slideshow and the cake and beverages were delicious.  
  • To all staff, students and families. You make our school special!  

 

Questions?__________________________________________________________ 

Looking for school information you can’t find here. Please contact:  

Iikiinayookaa M. Yellow Horn, Principal (mfyellowhorn@cbe.ab.ca) 

Karlee Zelmer, Assistant Principal (kmzelmer@cbe.ab.ca) 

Adam Revay, Altadore School Chair (asrevay@gmail.com)