Admin Message
Oki, Hello, Altadore Families,
In case parents have not already heard, we had our second lockdown drill of the year on Wednesday, January 22. Overall, we did exceptionally well, especially considering that the lockdown drill was somewhat unexpected and that we had some Division 2 students still moving through the hallway to their outdoor lunch recess when the lockdown was announced. So, it was a bit chaotic, but our students moved very quickly and quietly to secure spaces and were very good about being whisper quiet during the drill. We appreciate how effectively our staff prepared our students for this drill and are proud of our students for being on their best behaviour during the lockdown! On another note related to student safety, we would appreciate parents reminding students that school fields can get icy due to the freeze/melt weather cycles we have experienced of late. Students should avoid the icier areas, avoid running on slippery terrain, and wear shoes or boots with appropriate traction for the conditions. Schools just cannot put gravel and salt down on the entire field so we really do need students to take the steps they can to play safely.
A reminder to parents and guardians that report cards will be live on MyCBE Portal on Monday, January 27 and that there is a 30-day window to access the report cards online. If you would like to keep a copy, please be sure to print it during that window. Please contact classroom teachers directly should you have any questions or concerns about your child’s progress. A quick update on the school parking lot – we have been assured that the repairs to the sanitary line will be completed and the parking lot returned to the school by the end of the day on Monday, January 27. Finally, our Grade 6 students will be at Telus Sparks for the full school day on Wednesday, January 29. We know that they will enjoy this learning experience in a highly engaging environment! Thank you for your attention to these updates. As always, feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns.
Warm Regards,
Rolf Haensel - Acting Principal
Karlee Zelmer - Assistant Principal
PM Kindergarten Drop Off Change
PM Kindergarten students will now use the front door for drop-off at 12:20 PM. Students should line up on the sidewalk in front of the door until Ms. Wrightson arrives to bring them inside. If you arrive a few minutes early, families are welcome to play in the Owl’s Nest (Sipistou’Pakaiks). Please be mindful that classes may be using this space for learning, and ensure your children are not interrupting them.
Supervision during this time is the responsibility of parents. All other drop-off and pick ups will remain at the compound doors. Thank you!
Board Game Club
Ms. Zelmer and Ms. Mackenzie will be hosting a board game club for any interested students in any grade after school on Mondays from 3:15-3:45 PM starting on January 27 until February 24. This time will focus on having fun, taking turns and playing fairly. The club will take place in the learning commons/library. Students are welcome to bring their own board game or use ours and can be picked up on the compound afterwards.
Fun Lunch (Feb. 18)
February's Fun Lunch is Jelly Modern Doughnut on February 18. Don't forget to order by February 13 to have your child receive a fun lunch! Orders can be placed
Kindergarten Registration 2025-2026
Kindergarten registration for the 2025-2026 school year began on Monday January 13, 2025. Children can be registered for kindergarten if they turn five years old on or before Dec. 31, 2025. We will have an orientation for new kindergarten families on May 22, 2025 at 6:00 PM.
Registration is done online and you can find information on kindergarten registration on the public CBE website.
Grade 7 | 2025-2026 Information
Altadore Grade 6 students will be moving on to Junior High for the 2025-2026 school year. There are three CBE schools where students might attend:
1. Mount Royal School (our current designated school)
2. A.E. Cross School (overflow school to Mount Royal)
3. Elboya School (Late French Immersion school)
Here is some information about open houses and informational presentations being offered by each school:
Open House at Mount Royal School on Thursday January 30, 6:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. Following a welcome in the gym, families will be given the opportunity to tour the school and see the amazing programs and activities that Mount Royal has to offer! Students will be provided with activities which will take them to various spaces in the school, where core subject classes and options will be highlighted. Link: Open House
*Please note that Mount Royal School has been over capacity since 2022. Although Altadore students are currently designated to Mount Royal School they have not been able to accommodate all students who live within their boundaries and there is a lottery in place. Students unsuccessful in the lottery will be sent to A.E. Cross as the designated overflow school. (This information is subject to change). Please contact mountroyal@cbe.ab.ca for more information or questions.
Open House for Elboya School will take place from 6:00-7:30 pm on Thursday, February 6, 2024. If you are interested in learning more about the Late French Immersion Program (Grades 7 & 8) or the Intensive French Program (Grade 6), we encourage you to attend with your child. Student representatives, teachers, and administration will be available to answer your questions. Elboya Staff will also be coming to Altadore School on January 22 to give a presentation about the Late French Immersion to our Grade 6 students. Please contact elboya@cbe.ab.ca for more information regarding this program. Link: Open House
Open House at A.E. Cross School will take place in April. Staff are also planning a visit to the grade 6 students here at Altadore. We will send more information about this when it is available. For more information please contact aecross@cbe.ab.ca .
Grade 6 | 2025-26 Intensive French Program Information
Altadore Grade 5 students have the option of attending an Intensive French program at Elboya School for Grade 6. This program is for students who eventually would transition to their Late Immersion program in Gr. 7. Grade 5 students will be shown a video in class about this program and interested families are invited to join the Open House at Elboya School on February 6 along with our Grade 6s (see information above or email elboya@cbe.ab.ca for more information).
Grade 4, 5 & 6 Surveys
In February, our division 2 students will be participating in online school perception surveys. Grade 4 students will be participating in the Alberta Education Assurance Survey and Grade 5 and 6 students will complete the CBE Student Survey. Please note that Grade 4 parents will also be asked to complete the Alberta Education Assurance survey and will be sent more information and a random access code through Canada Post.
These surveys are anonymous and allow students to voice their feedback on their experiences at school, the school environment and a variety of learning and well-being topics.
In alignment with CBE’s Education Plan, the results are used in school and district reports and planning so that students are at the centre of all CBE decisions; able to integrate and apply the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and competencies they are acquiring across all academic disciplines; and demonstrating Citizenship, Personal Development and Character in and through learning.
If you have questions or would like to request more information about the upcoming implementation of these surveys, please contact the school.
Notes of Thanks
Thank you to the following individuals for their recent contributions to our school…
- Thank you to the Fun Lunch volunteers for your time on Jan 14th. Your help is always greatly appreciated. Thank you to: Ashily Allen, Christiana Hawkins, Lorraine McGowan, Kristin Desilets, Jill Coxford, Graeme Judd, Lynn Judd, and Dan Hikita
- Thank you to Ms. Andrews and Ms. Mackenzie and everyone who participated in the School Council meeting on January 15!
Questions
Looking for school information you can’t find here?
Please contact: Rolf Haensel, Acting Principal (rehaensel@cbe.ab.ca)
Karlee Zelmer, Assistant Principal (kmzelmer@cbe.ab.ca)
Julia Hikita, Altadore School Council Chair (altadoreparentcouncil@gmail.com)