Posted on 2025-10-03 17:58:54.963 +0000 UTC
Shout Outs
- Shout-out to our students for their thoughtful participation in Orange Shirt Day activities. They showed care and empathy while learning, at an age-appropriate level, about Truth and Reconciliation and the impacts of Residential Schools.
- Thank you to Meela (parent) for the behind-the-scenes work in organizing the Art Card Fundraiser—a creative way to meaningfully engage students.
- Thank you to our teachers for weaving learning objectives into the Art Card project, making it an authentic and engaging experience.
- Appreciation to teachers for the many hours spent gathering screener data. This important work supports programming and helps create flexible groups around learning targets.
- Gratitude to our Lunch Supervisors for their collaboration and thoughtful solutions in addressing lunchroom challenges.
- Thanks to CBE Senior Leaders for their clear guidance, support, and communication, which continue to benefit both families and staff.
Strike Action Expected to Begin October 6
At this time, the CBE is preparing for an Alberta Teachers’ Association (ATA) strike beginning on Monday, Oct. 6. Here is what this means for CBE families:
- All classes will be cancelled. Do not send your child to school.
- Transportation will be cancelled. Do not leave your child at a bus stop.
The CBE is committed to keeping you informed as the situation evolves. If anything changes before Oct. 6, families will be informed.
The most up-to-date information can also be found on the labour action page.
BPS Weekly Messages
Week Ahead messages from teachers will resume following their return to work.
BPS Fundraising & Upcoming Events
The events below are continuing regardless of strike action as they are run by the society. Please show your support!
Here are a few upcoming fundraising updates from SHSES:
- Springbank Bottle Depot Bottle Drive – Thursday, October 16
Support our programs by dropping off your bottles in the trailer parked in the Community Association parking lot. - Upcoming Casino – December 3 & 4 at Elbow River Casino
Stay tuned for details on how you can sign up to volunteer. Funds raised will have a significant impact in funding our Mini Playground Replacement! - Stay Connected
Keep up to date on fundraisers and school events—follow Friends of Battalion Park School on Facebook, IG: SHSES.ca, and visit our website: shses.ca.
Thank you for your continued support!
SHSES Fundraising Team
Next Week
October 6 School Council Meeting cancelled