Wish list, Gr. 6 Celebration, Child Safe Canada ect

Jan. 20-24:

Upcoming Date Reminders

·         Thursday, Jan 30: Report sent home

·         Friday, Jan 31: NO SCHOOL 

Seeking Production Donations

The organization of the Spring Production is in full swing….. Our amazing #belfastyactors are being assigned parts, set designs are already being developed & costume ideas are being sorted out.  Mr. Symington has identified a “wish list” below and beside each is noted the return aspect. Please note we CANNOT guarantee the condition of the items after use.  

WISH LIST for donations:    

·         Beaded necklaces -Mardi Gras style approx. 75++: (NOT returned) 

·         Face Paints (NOT returned)

·         Plain Eye Masks  - that can be altered (NOT returned) 

·         Safari Animals larger life size & safari puppets: (NAME on them MUST be returnable)

Parent Councils information:

Grade 6 Celebration

It is that time of year again, the organization of Grade 6 celebration will be starting!  Parent Council is seeking volunteers to help make this amazing event memorable for our grade six students and their families.  Please send a quick email to Ms. Belcher jlbelcher@cbe.ab.ca with your name and contact information. We want to thank our #amazingbelfast community in advance for the hard work that is involved in events such as these.   

Child Safe Canada

Every year at Belfast Child Safe Canada hosts a series of courses during lunchtime.  The following courses will be offered this year: Street Smarts, Babysitting Program & Internet Safety & Home Alone (new dates TBA) . 

Registration FORMS are linked below, posted on Belfast website Calendar under the dates of the course OR available in the office.  Payment options: exact amount OR CHEQUES made out to Child Safe Canada. 

Street Smarts:

·         Mon & Tues, Feb. 24 & 25  

·         Grades: K, 1, 2, 3 & 4 are encouraged to enroll

·         This course teaches self-awareness and personal safety

·         Register deadline: Feb 17

Babysitter Program:  

·         (Mon-Thurs & Mon), March 9-12 & 16

·         For our Grades 5 & 6 students 

·         This course teaches future babysitters how to be safe while also building self-esteem 

·         Bring teddy bear or a doll to all classes 

·         Registration deadline:  March 2  

Internet Safety

·         Mon & Tues, March 30 & 31

·         Intended for Grades: 3 - 6 students  

·         This course covers Cyberbullying, uses & abuses of the net, personal info. Social media & handling emails and MUCH more

·         Registration deadline: March 23 

 411 for ongoing events:

Upcoming Open House	The Hockey Sweater	Div 2 performance	Kindergarten Registration
Wednesday, January 29 @ 6:00 PM	Thursday, January 30	Rehearsals during lunch hour & after school time TBA	On going till June 29, 2020 – NO registration through summer months
·         Please visit: CBE main website to learn more about the various CBE programs, registration & the lottery process ·         Please click: Open House News Story to learn more	·         Busses arriving 9:15 AM & returning 11:30 AM (approx.) ·         Both AM & PM Kinder attend AM ONLY ·         Please NOTE: School will be CLOSED as of: 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Performance Dates & times:  ·         April 21 afternoon performance, time TBA ·         April 22 & 23 evening performance,  time TBA	Please review the following links for NEW registration changes to Kindergarten:  ·        When can my child begin kindergarten?  ·        School Act amendment  ·         Kindergarten Calculator

Important Dates:

·         Jan 29: Open House @ 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM 

·         Jan.  30: SCHOOLWIDE field trip to The Hockey Sweater (CPO)

o    Kinder AM & PM classes attend AM ONLY

o    School closed as of 9:00 AM 

·         Jan. 30: Report Cards going home 

·         Jan 31: NO SCHOOL

·         Feb 3 & 4: Home Alone Course (date subject to change)   

·         Feb 11: Coffee & Chat @ 8:30 AM 

·         Feb 24 & 25: Street Smarts 

·         Ongoing events: 

o     Feb 12: Tower of Book Challenge draw

o    Belfast Calendar Page

Kinder reg, dress for the weather, Report Card info & MUCH MORE......

Jan. 7-10:

Kindergarten Registration

2020-21 Kindergarten registration begins as of: Monday January 20, 2020 @ 8:00 AM. 

Please review the following links for NEW registration changes to Kindergarten: 

Ø  When can my child begin kindergarten? 

Ø  School Act amendment 

Ø  Kindergarten Calculator

Reminder: Dress for the Weather!! 

Ahhhhh Calgary and its weather…. This past week we had Blue Days, which were a challenge for both students and staff, as we know having that bit of outside time is a natural break for everyone.  Next week’s weather may allow students to go outside!  With that in mind please have students dressed in winter gear so they are prepared properly.  We know that our students do better when they have the opportunity to go outside to get fresh air during lunch and recess. 

Report Cards Go Home January 30 

All students will receive a report card on Thursday January 30.  A report card is a summary of your child’s achievement from the first term of school (September - January). When writing a report card, teachers consider the most current evidence of learning when assigning the 1-4 indicators in each subject.  

The following link is a parent fact sheet that describes what each of the 1-4 indicators represents. New this year are the outcomes in math, now focused on the concepts to understand in math from the Program of Studies. Report Card Fact Sheet .  

For additional information about grade level expectations in the Program of Studies, check out My Child's Learning- a Parent Resource.  

We invite you for a Coffee & Chat about Reporting

A “Coffee & Chat” opportunity will be hosted on February 11 at 8:30 AM in the Learning Commons with Ms. Belcher & Ms. El-Guebaly. This will not be a time to discuss specifics about your child’s achievement, but a chance to ask questions and gain clarity on the report card.  

Upcoming Open House 

411 on the evening:

·         Annual Open House intended for prospective families & students 

·         Wednesday, January 29 @ 6:00 PM 

·         Please click: Open House News Story to learn more  

·         Please visit: CBE main website to learn more about the various CBE programs, registration & the lottery process 

Parent & Fundraising Councils information:

REMINDER FUN LUNCH:

411 PIZZA DETAILS: 

·         Coco Brooks on Thursday, January 23

·         Deadline is Friday, January 17 by midnight

·         Place your order(s) through Healthy Hunger 

·         Able to VOLUNTEER please email:  belfastfundraisingsociety@gmail.com

Important Dates:

• Jan 17: Fun Lunch Deadline to order 
• Jan. 20: Kindergarten registration opens 
• Jan 23: Fun Lunch - Coco Brooks 
• Jan 29: Open House @ 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM 
• January 30: SCHOOLWIDE field trip to The Hockey Sweater (CPO)
• Kinder AM & PM classes attend AM ONLY
• Ongoing events: 
•  Feb 12: Tower of Book Challenge draw

Spring Production, Kinder Reg and so much more.....

Jan. 7-10:

CALLOUT to Gr. 3-6 #belfastyactors

Mr. Symington will be hosting the initial meeting for the upcoming Spring Production for all our amazing #befastyactors on:  Tuesday, January 14^th at during lunch on the Stage.   This meeting is intended for students that are interested in roles that have:  speaking, acting & singing (solos); NO auditioning.  Students that attend this meeting will be given a contract to go home and have signed by actor & parents.  The contract states their commitment to attend: the Acting Club (lunchtimes), after school rehearsals TBA & performance dates (see below). 

411 on Div 2 performance: 

·         The Div. II show is a Circus/Clown inspired show 

·         ALL #belfastystudents will perform with their class. Rehearsals take place during their Fine Arts class.

·         Performance Dates & times: 

o    April 21 afternoon performance, time TBA

o    April 22 & 23 evening performance,  time TBA

Kindergarten Registration

2020-21 Kindergarten registration begins as of: Monday January 20, 2020 @ 8:00 AM. 

Please review the following links for NEW registration changes to Kindergarten: 

Ø  When can my child begin kindergarten? 

Ø  School Act amendment 

Ø  Kindergarten Calculator

Field Trip to the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra!

We are very fortunate here at Belfast as we were awarded a grant from Ed Matters which will enable us to take our entire student body to see the amazing performance of The Hockey Sweater.  Field trip forms have been sent home this week and MUST be returned.  Please note: students have been informed that they are able to dress ‘in their best’ however, this is not mandatory.       

The Hockey Sweater 411: 

·         School will be CLOSED as of: 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM

·         Thursday, January 30

·         the Hockey Sweater  

·         Busses arriving 9:15 AM & returning 11:30 AM (approx.) 

·         Both AM & PM Kinder attend AM ONLY 

·         Student unable to attend arrive: 11:55 AM - 12:45 PM 

Outstanding & Noon Supervision fees 

All fees are posted through Powerschool and payable online which is CBE’s prefered method.  Current outstanding fees are Swimming fees for grades 3-6 students & Outdoor school fees; we thank you in advance for prompt payment(s).   Noon supervision fee have been posted for students that stay for lunch.  IF you require a waiver please complete one through your Powerschool account which is the preferred method for the Fees office.  

Parent & Fundraising Councils information:

FUN LUNCH:

IT’LL be PIZZA TIME here later this month at Belfast!!!

NEXT Fun lunch is…….. Coco Brooks on Thursday, January 23.  How can you help??? Come & lend a hand to help sort and deliver the the fun lunches, please email:  belfastfundraisingsociety@gmail.com and find out all the details.  

411 Ordering details: 

• Place your order(s) through Healthy Hunger 
• Deadline is Friday, January 17 by midnight
• Please come into the office if you are unable to order online by Jan 17 12:00PM

 Community News:

Good Food Box NEXT order date:  January 21 

The Good Food Box (GFB) is a program whereby you can purchase fresh fruits and vegetables monthly at a very low cost.  The Cedar Court Hub is a depot location for delivery and pick-up Area: C (on the schedule). 

For more information, and future order dates please check out the website: GOOD FOOD BOX

            3 sizes of boxes

• $25 for a 20-25 lbs box of produce 
• $30 for a 30-35 lbs box of produce  
• $35 for a 40-45 lbs box of produce

How to order: 

• Place in an envelope: money, note: indicating your name, phone number & number of family members
• Deliver to the mail slot of the Cedar Court Hub by the order deadline
• This months: the deadline is January 21 
• The volunteer organizer will contact you to arrange pickup from the Hub

Important Dates:

• Jan 14: Div 2 production meeting 
• Jan 17: Fun Lunch Deadline to order 
• Jan. 20: Kindergarten registration opens 
• Jan 24: Fun Lunch - Coco Brooks 
• Jan 29: Open House @ 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM 
• January 30: SCHOOLWIDE field trip to The Hockey Sweater (CPO)
• Kinder AM & PM classes attend AM ONLY
• Ongoing events: 
• Every Mon & Thurs: Mooooostaches Pics
• Feb 12: Tower of Book Challenge draw