Shout Outs 

  • A big Shout-out to our incredible volunteers!  This week was especially busy with Grades 3 & 4 swimming, EES attending Stampede School, and the Healthy Hunger’s Mucho Burrito lunch.  Thank you to everyone who took the time to support these activities and help ensure everything ran smoothly. Your time and commitment make a meaningful difference for our students and school community. 
  • Shout-out to SHSES Volunteers for organizing the upcoming fundraising events for our school, including the Spring Plant Fundraiser and the Spring Dance.  We appreciate your time, effort, and dedication in supporting our school community.  

 

Hats on for Mental Health 

For the week of May 4 - 8, 2026, Battalion Park School will be recognizing Mental Health Week, a time to build awareness, understanding, and support for mental well-being. As part of this important initiative, we will be participating in “Hats On for Mental Health” on Wednesday, May 6.  

Students are encouraged to wear their favourite hat to school as a fun and visible way to show support for mental health awareness. 

 

Student Nutrition Reminder 

At Battalion Park, most classes have a morning snack, lunch, and an afternoon snack. Please ensure your child comes to school with enough food to last the entire day.  On Fridays, the school day ends at 12:41 p.m., so lunch is not required. However, please be sure to send your child with a substantial snack to keep them energized throughout the morning until they return home. 

While the school does have emergency snacks available in the office, we are noticing an increase in students running out of food and feeling hungry—especially as the weather warms up and students are more active. 

Thank you for your support in helping keep our students energized and ready to learn. 

  

Dress for the Weather 

Please ensure your child comes to school dressed appropriately for the weather each day. Conditions can change quickly, and we often experience multiple seasons in a single day. Students go outside daily and need to be prepared to stay warm, dry, and comfortable while playing. 

 

Return Borrowed Clothing Please 

With the arrival of spring, our school grounds can become quite wet. We have recently supported many students with a change of clothing. If your child has borrowed items, please wash and return them as soon as possible. 

It is also a good idea for students—regardless of grade—to keep a spare set of clothes at school, especially pants, during these wetter months. We have limited sizes available, making it even more important for students to come prepared. 

 

School Dance 

The SHSES has rescheduled the Spring Dance.  Let's GLOW Dance will be the evening of May 28th!  Details coming next week.   


SHSES Update

Our Battalion Park School Spring Plant Fundraiser is back! 🌷 
 
Bring your garden or home office to life while helping us rebuild our playground! 
 
We’re excited to launch our annual online plant fundraiser in support of our Mini Playground rebuild. This much-loved space serves not only our students, but our entire community — and your purchase helps move us closer to the finish line. 
 
Every plant ordered supports safe, accessible, and inclusive play for our children. 
 
🪴 Orders are open now through May 21, 2026 
📍Plants will be available to pick up June 5, 2026 
 
Whether you're refreshing your yard, buying a gift, adding greenery to your home office or stocking up for summer, your support makes a lasting impact. 
 
Thank you for helping our community grow — in every sense. 
 
https://battalionpark.growingsmilesfundraising.com/home 
 
• Mini Playground Countdown 
Our Mini Playground is scheduled for removal in under 60 days! (June 29th is removal day!) 

 
• Let’s GLOW dance is May 28th!  All the details coming next week! 

 
• Want to be more Involved ? 
Opportunities to volunteer for Executive, Board and the playground installation are available. 
For details, email: info@shses.ca 
 
• Support Us on Instagram 
We are still being considered for grant funding. Engaging with our posts helps increase visibility: 
Follow and share: @shses.ca 
 
Thank you for supporting SHSES and helping enhance opportunities for all Battalion Park students. 
- SHSES Team 


Next Week 

  • May 4 – School Bus Driver Appreciation Day 
  • May 6 – Hats on for Mental Health Day 
  • May 7 – 2026/27 Kindergarten Orientation 

 

Looking Ahead 

  • May 11-14 – Grades 1, 2 & EES Swim to Survive Program 
  • May 12 – Healthy Hunger | Tim Hortons 
  • May 15 – Non-Instruction Day | No Classes 
  • May 18 – Victoria Day | School Closed 
  • May 20 – Grade 2 Field Trip 
  • May 27/28 - Grade 4 Field Trip 
  • May 28 – School Dance