Weekly Update Oct. 2-6 | Truth and Reconciliation, School Council Instagram, Fun Lunch, Volunteres, The HOOT Fundraiser,

Important Dates

Oct. 5 International Walk to School Day
Oct. 5 World Teachers Day
Oct. 9 Thanksgiving (no School)
Oct. 18 First Fun Lunch!
Oct. 20 Non-Instruction Day
Oct. 23 & 24 Ninja Mobile Obstacle Course
Oct. 25 Outdoor School Meeting for Grade 6 Parents 6:30 pm
Nov. 3 The Hoot

Admin Message

It’s been a week of important learning related to Truth and Reconciliation. Students have been involved in a wide range of age-appropriate discussions and activities related to Residential Schools. These activities vary widely depending on the age of the students. School wide projects include posting photographs of all the Land Based Art students made with Saa’kokoto. Each student has created their own orange footprint with a message of hope for a better future.

A question parents often ask is, “How do you approach such difficult subject matter without making students feel guilty about what has happened in the past?” We like to share the teaching of Saa’kokoto that Residential Schools were an experience Indigenous Peoples lived through, but it does not define them as a People. It is important that we all know the Truth of what happened so that we can avoid similar tragedies in the future. None of us were responsible for what happened in Residential Schools. Therefore, we do not need to feel guilty.

As requested, we are sending a list of events held this weekend below that families may wish to attend.

Sincerely

Kelly Christopher 
Principal  
kdchristophe@cbe.ab.ca    		Karlee Zelmer
Assistant Principal
kmzelmer@cbe.ab.ca

 

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

There are many events happening to observe this day in Calgary that you might want to participate in, such as:

  • The third annual ceremonial opening is taking place on Sept. 30 from 9-10:30a.m. at Fort Calgary (750 9th Ave SE) hosted by the City of Calgary in partnership with the Calgary Board of Education and the Calgary Catholic School District. This year's gathering will include a smudge tent, in-person Indigenous speakers and performers, an aerial salute ceremony, and other events. The events will also include an intertribal dance demonstration featuring Indigenous students from the CBE and CCSD. Participants are encouraged to wear orange.
  • The Pokaiks – The Children Commemorative Annual Walk and Gathering 2023. The walk will begin at 11 a.m. at City Hall (15-minute walk from Fort Calgary or 2-minute drive) and continue to Shaw Millenium Park (30-minute walk). The walk will be followed by drumming/dancing, Indigenous community speakers, artisan booths, and food sales.
  • Arts Commons for a day of free events, including film screenings, an Indigenous makers market, and an evening presentation of the Elders Story Project.
  • Telus Spark: Elder Speakers, Mapping Activity, Short Films, Storybook Readings

Instagram for Altadore School Parent - NEW                                                                       

Follow our brand NEW Altadore School Parent Instagram account!

Because it is a private account, you will need to search for it on instagram under Altadore_School_Parent, and request permission to access the account. That way you can follow along with updates on events, news, volunteer call outs, spirit day reminders, and much much more!

Fun Lunch is Coming!

Our first Healthy Hunger / Fun Lunch is on October 18 with the order deadline, Thursday, October 12. Families can start setting up their orders through the Healthy Hunger website HERE. You will have to create a profile and select their teacher by selecting Altadore School. Please note that there are two accounts for Fun lunch for Altadore School. AltadoreLunch1 is grades 1-3 (with seeds of spice) and AltadoreLunch2 is grades 4-6. You can email the fun lunch team HERE with any questions or concerns!

Want to volunteer? Sign up HERE

Please Note: a valid police check is required to be filed with the front office. Check in with the office, or email altadorefunlunch@gmail.com to volunteer in the school, or with any questions or concerns.

Volunteers for the Learning Commons

Mrs. Watson is hoping to have some volunteers who are willing to help out in the library. They will help shelve books, prepare books for circulation, and tidy the library. Volunteers must have a current CBE police check. There is flexibility in when you can come in to volunteer. Please contact Anita Watson at alwatson@cbe.ab.ca if you can help out.

The HOOT FUNdraiser                                                                       


Tickets

WOW! We’re already 70% sold, Thank you!
If you don’t have your ticket yet, get them before they’re gone HERE.

Sponsorship and Silent Auction

SOS! We need YOUR help!

Our silent auction is in dire need of some fantastic items, and as a valued member of our community, we're hoping you can rally together and lend a hand. Any support would be a game-changer for us, and we're incredibly grateful for your consideration. Ideas include:

  • Tickets/Events – hockey games, ski tickets, zoo passes, shows
  • Weekend getaways
  • Dinner-for-two gift certificates
  • Classes/Workshops/Birthday Parties

We are especially fond of sponsorships, so if you have any suggestions or know someone who may be interested in supporting us, please don't hesitate to reach out HERE!

Wine Donations

We are currently seeking wine donations for the raffle. If you have any bottles to spare, please drop them off at the school office with Kelly Christopher. Please be reminded that for safety reasons, we ask that an adult make the drop-off. Let's keep the wine out of the kids' backpacks!

Notes of Thanks                                                                       

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

  • Everyone who helped us recognize Truth and Reconciliation Day
  • Eric Walters for coming and inspiring us to dig into some interesting and captivating stories

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