Good afternoon, Colonel Irvine School Community,
It has been a busy and fun week here at CI. Soccer games have started, cross-country had its first meet, volleyball try-outs wrapped up. We had our first fire drill.
We would like to thank all the parents that joined us for the virtual Parent Council/Band Council and Parent Advisory meeting on Tuesday evening. It was nice to see returning faces and to meet some new parents. We are very fortunate to have so many parents involved with School Council. If you missed this meeting and are interested in participating this year, the next meeting will be Tuesday, October 12.
All of our students listened to Paul Davis speak yesterday. Students also had opportunities to ask him questions. Thank you to all the parents who also attended the session yesterday evening as well. We hope all students and parents found the session informative and valuable. Special thanks to our Parent Advisory Council for making this possible for our school community.
We had our first fire drill this week and it went smoothly. Students exited the building quickly and quietly and organized quickly on the field for attendance. We will have five more throughout the school year and 2 practice lockdowns. We will also make students aware of our first practice lockdown beforehand.
Today was our first math block. This year students will be focusing on financial literacy. Today’s class was an introduction to the topic.
Next week is another busy week. We will have our virtual “bring your parents to school night” on Wednesday, September 22nd from 6:30 – 8:10. This is an opportunity for parents/guardians to meet their child’s teachers. Ms. Hughson will also be available to share about our Student Success Centre and answer any questions regarding English Language Learners and Individual Program Planning questions. Ms. Dalwood and I will also be available at the end of the night for any questions. We will be following a regular day one schedule. We will be sending out a separate email with google meet links early next week.
We will also be having our annual Terry Fox run on afternoon of Thursday, September 23rd. We are encouraging each student to bring a toonie for cancer research. We hold this event and the Terry Fox Foundation near and close to our hearts as so many lives are affected by cancer every day. Together we can make a difference. Please read more below for events next week to support our fundraising efforts.
Thank you for your continued support.
Ms. Ko and Ms. Dalwood
Dates to Remember:
Wednesday, September 22 – Online Meet the teacher 6:30 - 8:10pm (details below)
Thursday, September 23 – Terry Fox Run - (in the afternoon for students)
Friday, September 24 – Non-instruction Day
Thursday, September 30 – National Day for Truth and Reconciliation – No School
Monday, October 4 – Picture Day
Protocol Reminders
For the most up to date CBE covid information, please visit: https://cbe.ab.ca/about-us/school-culture-and-environment/health-and-wellness-in-school/Pages/coronavirus.aspx
Please use the daily checklist with your child every day. This is for all staff and students. If you are sick, please do not come to school. It is important that everyone works together to keep each other healthy and safe.
Students and staff must sanitize upon entry to entering any classroom. There are sanitizer stations at each entrance, classroom, or students can use their own sanitizer if they have some.
Students should also sanitize their hands before leaving the school at the end of the day; either from their last class or where they exit the building.
The sanitizer at school entrances and classrooms meet public health recommendations. Most classrooms also have a sink where students and staff can wash hands with soap and water.
Student Entry Ways
Grades 5 and 7A, 7B, 7D and 7E will use the main entrance by the northwest corner of the school
Grade 6 and 7C and 7F will use the entrance by the cafeteria on the north side of the school off of Holmwood Ave NW
Grades 8 and 9 use the entrance by the Learning Commons by the south west corner of the school.
Student Pickup
Please email colonelirvine@cbe.ab.ca with a reason and time of pickup if you will need to pick up your child during school hours.
Once you have arrived at the school if you do not see your child waiting at the main door, please call the school.
Athletics
Currently we have 7 school teams running. Spectators are allowed at outdoor events only at this time. All information below is posted on the athletics board outside of the gym.
Please encourage your child to check for the most up to date information.
Cross-country - Two more meets are scheduled for Tuesday, September 21 at Canmore Park and Monday, September 27 at Confederation Park.
Soccer – Monday September 20 - Boys Soccer Practice 3:15-4:15
Girls Soccer Home Game – CI vs GPV
Thursday September 23 – Boys Soccer Home Game - CI vs GPV
Girls Soccer Practice 3:20-4:30
Volleyball - Girls games are on Tues/Thurs and Boys on Mon/Wed
Meet the Teacher - Virtual “Bring your parent to school night”
Homeroom teachers will be sending out a separate email with google meet links on Monday.
Elections at CI on September 20
We are a polling station for the federal election on Monday. Voters will be using the main entrance and gym. We will keep students away from these areas that day top limit interactions with other people. The washrooms by the main office will be closed to students that day to limit interaction with voters.
Autumn Moon Festival
This year, Mid-Autumn Festival is on Tuesday September 21st. It is one of the most important festivals in Chinese culture. On this day, the moon is at its roundest and brightest, symbolizing togetherness and reunion. People decorate their places with lanterns. Families get together to have dinner, appreciate the moon, and eat mooncakes. For those celebrating this festival, we wish you and your family a happy and safe Mid-Autumn Festival!
Terry Fox Run
Colonel Irvine School is proud to be participating in this year’s Terry Fox School Run. We are encouraging each student to bring a toonie to support the Terry Fox Foundation.
Students are allowed to wear a hat if they donate $2 next week. Students wanting to participate need to come check in with the main office.
Freezies will be available for a few more days next week for $1.
All proceeds will go to the Terry Fox Foundation.
This year parents/guardians can make donations online. Below is the information for our school. Let’s get our fundraising going and show everyone how we can “try like Terry”!
Donate to: http://www.terryfox.ca/ColonelIrvine. Together, we can all make a difference. #terryfoxschoolruns #tryliketerry @terryfoxfoundation
We will also have a bubble tea fundraiser in October. More details to come.
Cafeteria Menu:
Monday – Potato and Cheddar Perogies
Tuesday – Sweet and Sour Chicken with rice
Wednesday – Assorted Pizzas
Thursday – BBQ Beef Burger with Fries
Emergency Lunches
We’d like to thank Brown Bagging for Calgary’s Kids President’s Choice Children’s Charity for supplying us with funds to provide emergency lunches for students. Please share with your child that we do have emergency lunches available in the main office.
Bussing:
Please contact CBE transportation at transportation@cbe.ab.ca or 403-817-7433 with any bussing concerns.
Southland Transportation 403-726-5963
Bus Planner App code: CBE1JHGEEA
Student Health Plan:
Please ensure if there are any health concerns we are to be aware of regarding your child/children you fill out the following forms each year and submit back to the school.
Student Health Emergency Response Protocol Form
Student Health Plan
These forms are available on the CBE website and can be located by searching for Student Health Form. A paper copy is available in the office if required.
School Council:
Thank you to everyone who was able to join us this week for our AGM! We are very pleased to welcome our new Directors:
School Council/Parent Association (CISC/CIPAA)
Fundraising Coordinator - Musfeq Saleheen
Events Coordinator - Manny Pulicheri
Band Parent Association (CIBPA)
Secretary - Shahneem Mustaque
Fundraising Coordinator - vacant
Vice-Chair - Annette Lovan
Parent Volunteer Coordinator - vacant
We hope that everyone found the parent education session with Paul Davis informative. If you missed it, he is offering three additional sessions over the weekend, you can register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/o/paul-davis-32956502877
Any questions? Contact CISC/CIPAA at colonelirvineschoolcouncil@gmail.com and CIBPA at cibandparentassoc@gmail.com
