Dear Families
A reminder that there is no school for students on Monday, September 29, as teachers will be engaged in professional development. In addition, there is no school on Tuesday, September 30, as it is a holiday.
As we come to the end of September and welcome the first days of autumn, we want to take a moment to celebrate the wonderful start to our school year. Students have settled into their classes and routines, and it has been a joy to see their excitement for learning fill our school each day.
This past month we also held our first School Council meeting. Thank you to everyone who was able to join us; your time, ideas, and commitment are truly appreciated as we work together to support the success and well-being of our students.
It has been such a positive beginning, and we are excited for the learning, growth, and community connections that lie ahead in the months to come.
Warmly,
Lori Bonanno & Jennifer McTighe
Key Dates
September 29 | Non-Instruction – No School for students |
October 2 | Fun Snack - Kernels |
October 3 | Terry Fox Run |
October 7 | Grade 6 Vaccinations |
October 13 | Thanksgiving (School Closed) |
October 29 | Retakes – Lifetouch (Individual) |
November 10-12 | Fall Break |
Terry Fox Run – October 3, 2025
This year marks the 45th anniversary of Terry Fox’s Marathon of Hope, and our school is proud to take part and help Finish It! Please support our fundraising efforts and donate to https://schools.terryfox.ca/UniversitySchoolCalgaryAB. @terryfoxfoundation
OurSCHOOL Student Survey
University school will be participating in an online school perception survey for students called the OurSCHOOL Student Survey for students in Grades 4, 5 and 6. This anonymous survey is completely voluntary for all CBE students. Please find the details of the survey implementation below. The OURSCHOOL survey will occur in class and begin this October 1 and will be open until October 10.
CBE’s Education Plan prioritizes student voice and well-being in our decision-making processes. Responses from this survey will be utilized at the system and school level to recognize and improve what is necessary for students to feel safe, welcome and cared for when at school.
- Grades 4-12 students (elementary survey) provide feedback on: sense of belonging, positive relationships, anxiety, feeling safe at school, life satisfaction, general health, general health, orientation to well-being, goal-oriented, self-regulation and cultural awareness of others
- Additionally Grades 6 -12 (secondary survey) students to provide feedback on: depression, self-esteem, cultural awareness of self
In addition, demographic questions are asked on this survey for norming purposes.
Grades 4-12 general: age, gender, Indigenous status, immigrant status, home language.
Grades 6-12 specific: grade repeater, reasons for changing schools, disability or medical conditions that limit participation in school activities or learning.
If you have questions about the upcoming implementation of the OurSCHOOL Student Survey, please contact Lori Bonanno (ljbonanno@cbe.ab.ca).
Trips Within Walking Distance
The CBE does not require parents to fill out a consent form for children to go on a class trip that is walking distance from the school and where: walking is the sole method of transportation, and so long as the students will not be participating in a restricted activity as part of the trip. This will allow teachers to take advantage of places close to the school.
Please read the Trips within Walking Distance Letter
School Council, Fundraising & Upcoming Events
Fun Lunch & Snacks
Order at www.HealthyHunger.ca
Nov 7 - Pizza hut personal pizzas lunch
Dec 4 - Crmbl cookie snack (the holiday cookie lady was on vacation this week)
Jan 8 - A&W burger lunch
Feb 5 - Pretzel snack
April 2 - Banzai Sushi /Bento lunch
May 7 – Kernels/ buy for a friend
June 4 - Subway lunch
School Council Casino Fundraiser – Volunteers Needed!
University School Council has been awarded casino fundraising dates: Thursday, Nov. 13 & Friday, Nov. 14 at Elbow River Casino. This is our biggest fundraiser, happening every 18– 24 months, and it directly supports student learning and activities.
We still need more volunteers to fill shifts (11am–7pm, 7pm–3:30am, or 11pm–3:30am). No experience needed, training provided, meals included! Anyone 18+ can volunteer.
Past proceeds funded new library books, Chromebooks, iPads, playground equipment, and school residencies.
Be part of this important event, connect with our school community, and make a difference for all our students!
Sign up here: https://signup.com/go/CVLYZbb
Fall Ball
Join Us October 23, 6:00 – 8:00 PM at University School
