Admin Message
Oki Hello Altadore Families
Happy Spring Break! We hope everyone enjoys a restful and refreshing break. Classes will resume on Monday, March 31.
Before we head into the break, we want to acknowledge the wonderful visit we had from Henri Giroux, an Indigenous author who inspired our students and staff as we continue our commitment to Truth and Reconciliation. Students were especially delighted to interact with her puppet, Charlie, and many recognized them from the Calgary Public Library's Land Acknowledgement video.
This week, we also enjoyed a book fair, fun lunch, and parent-teacher interviews. Thank you to all the families and teachers for taking the time to discuss student learning, celebrate successes, and plan next steps for growth!
We are very happy to report that CUPE Local 40 members and the Calgary Board of Education Board of Trustees have ratified a new collective agreement and that Mr. Jerry, our facilitates operator is back with us here at Altadore once again!
Wishing all our families a safe and enjoyable break. Our next newsletter will come to your inbox on April 6. See you on March 31!
Iikiinayookaa M. Yellow Horn Karlee Zelmer
Principal Assistant Principal
mfyellowhorn@cbe.ab.ca kmzelmer@cbe.ab.ca
Bikes and Scooters 🚲🛴
With the warmer weather, more students are riding bikes and scooters to school! Please remember to lock up bikes and scooters at the racks to keep them safe. A reminder that scooters are not allowed inside the building. Thank you for helping keep our school safe and organized!
Inclusion and Belonging
At Altadore School, we strive to create a welcoming, safe, and inclusive environment where every student feels valued. This aligns with CBE’s Administrative Regulation 6031, promoting positive relationships and behaviors.
To support these values, Grade 6 students Ivanka and Lauren created a bulletin board highlighting inclusion, respect, and kindness—key themes in our wellness curriculum on healthy relationships.
Join us in fostering inclusivity by talking to your child about:
✅ Inviting others to play at recess
✅ Practicing kindness in words and actions
✅ Celebrating cultural and individual differences
✅ Helping others and promoting belonging
School Council Meeting | Apr 9, 6:30pm)
We invite all parents and guardians of Altadore students to join us at our School Council meeting on Wednesday, April 9 at 6:30pm. It will be held in person however, those who are unable to attend are welcome to join us online (a Teams Meeting invite will be shared the day of). Childcare is available on site for all school aged children!
Minutes from our February 19 meeting can be reviewed HERE. We hope to see you there!
Screen Time & Use of Social Media Presentation | Apr 30
Save the Date! Dr. Cheryl MacLeod, PhD from The Family Psychology Place will be giving a presentation at Altadore School on Screen Time and Use of Social Media and the Impact on Children's Psychology on April 30 at 6:30pm. More details will be provided closer to the date.
Owls Nest School Garden
Owls Nest School Garden Committee is looking for parents to fill the following roles: Garden Committee Chair, Volunteer Coordinator, and Sponsorship/Fundraiser Lead.
Support will be given to those taking on these volunteer roles.
Email HERE if you are interested in one of these roles or volunteering in the garden in any capacity.
Fun Lunch | May 6
Jelly Modern Doughnuts is coming May 6! Be sure to order by May 1 to ensure your child will receive a fun lunch!
Signup to volunteer HERE.
Try Ringette Events
In April, there are many free opportunities for boys and girls to try ringette as a sport. Visit https://cometryringette.ca/ for more information.
School Planning Engagement | Deadline: March 31
A gentle reminder that parents still have time to review information about our school planning, including our school development plan, school budget, and fees. We ask that you review the videos and complete the surveys, sharing your perspectives.
- Watch this short video to learn about the planning work schools do to improve and support student learning.
- Look at the School Planning presentation that was shared at the February Parent Council meeting, which includes the school developmentplan, school budget and school fees.
The survey is open from February 19 to March 31, 2025. Please click here to complete the survey.
Notes of Thanks
Thank you to the following individuals for their recent contributions to our school…
- Thank you to all the amazing Fun Lunch volunteers! Thank you Christiana Hawkins, Danielle Marshall, Lorrie Walmsley, Kristin Desilets, Nora Morris, Susan Cedergren Gray, Dan Hikita, and Jill Coxford.
- Thank you to the volunteers who helped out Ms. Watson at the book fair and for Ms. Watson for organizing this!
- Thank you to Ivanka and Lauren for making the bulletin board.
- Thank you to Henri Giroux for sharing her Indigenous knowledge and her book.
- Thank you to the school council for providing teacher dinner during interviews on Thursday evening.
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)
Julia Hikita, Altadore School Council Chair (altadoreparentcouncil@gmail.com)
Important Dates
Mar. 24-28 Spring Break -No Classes
Mar. 31 - Classes Resume
Mar. 31 - School Planning Survey Deadline
Apr. 9 - School Council Meeting
Apr. 14 - Orff the Wall
Apr. 18 - Good Friday - No Classes
Apr. 21 - Non-Instruction Day - No Classes
Apr. 22 - Earth Day
Apr. 29-30 - Fitset Fun Ninja
Apr. 30 - Dr. Macleod Presentation
May 1 - Jelly Modern Donuts Deadline (Healthy Hunger)
May 6 - Jelly Modern Donuts Fun Lunch