First Day of Classes
The first day of school is Thursday, August 31, 2023. Parents can call or visit the school office on:
- Monday, August 28th, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Tuesday, August 29th, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Wednesday, August 30th, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Regular office hours are 8:00 am - 4:00 pm , Monday through Friday. To ensure prompt service, it is best to avoid peak arrival/dismissal times - 8:30 am - 9:30 am and 3:00 pm - 3:45 pm. During the school year, you can also leave a message on the school answering machine or email the school at Douglasdale@cbe.ab.ca and a member of the office staff will contact you.
Kindergarten
DDS has three morning Kindergarten classes for 2023-24. All kindergarten classes will have a staggered entry. Teachers will meet students at their designated entrance, which will be shared with families in the Welcome Back email. Half of the students attend on August 31 (last names A-M only) and half of the students attend on September 1 (last name N-Z only).
School Bell Times
Grades 1 & 2
Monday to Thursday: 8:50 am to 3:30 pm
Lunch: 11:50 am to 12:30 pm, Monday to Thursday
Fridays: 8:50 am to 11:45 am (early dismissal)
Grades 3, 4, & 5
Monday to Thursday: 8:50 am to 3:30 pm
Lunch: 12:40 pm to 1:20 pm, Monday to Thursday
Fridays: 8:50 am to 11:45 am (early dismissal)
Kindergarten
Monday to Friday: 8:50 am to 11:40 am
Lunch Supervision
Lunch supervision is provided for registered students.
School Supplies
Student supplies are provided by the school for children in kindergarten through Grade 5. Families provide indoor shoes, a backpack, lunch, a water bottle, and snacks. DDS is a nut aware school. Allergen signs are posted on the outside of each classroom to support student safety.
School Calendar
View our school calendar for upcoming events and dates. See the CBE website for system calendars.
Assigned Teachers
Families will receive an email from your child's assigned teacher on Tuesday, August 29, 2023. Information about where to meet the teacher on the first day will be included. For students who require an earlier visit to meet their teacher and see their classroom, please email or call the school office on Monday, August 28th to arrange a visit.
Registration Information
Please visit our How to Register page for all registration details. Please note that the registration process is completed online, but schools can assist with any questions.
Follow Us on Social Media
Follow school and classroom accounts for highlights of students learning and school news and announcements:
Instagram - @dds346cbe