Good afternoon Colonel Irvine School Community, 

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As we approach Provincial Achievement Test practices and tests in April, May and June we would like to remind all parents/guardians of the Alberta Education requirement that students are not to have cellphones and other personal mobile devices on them in class. In our school this means Grade 7-9 students can leave them in their lockers and grade 5 and 6 students can keep them in their backpacks. Having one of these devices with you during a Provincial Achievement Test will result in a zero on the test. These changes regarding personal mobile devices were announced last summer to reduce distractions, maximize learning time, support student mental health, and reduce opportunities for cyberbullying during the school day. 

In April, May and June we have lots of field trips heading out and also opportunities like Virtual Reality learning coming to the school. We ask that if you have not recently paid your school fees in your myCBE account to please do this. We would also like to remind parents/guardians that going offsite on a field trip is a privilege and that if a student cannot be trusted in class and/or school that they may not be permitted on field trips.  

We are starting some of our planning for next year. During option classes on May 5 and 6 our grade 6, 7 and 8 students will select option courses in Powerschool for next year. We will send a separate message to parents with more information about this.  

Do you have a student in Music or Band? The band council is looking for more parent volunteers. They have 2 positions they need support with: Fundraising Coordinator and Chair. If you are interested in helping out please reach out to Ms. Hammond (bohammond@cbe.ab.ca). 

Thank you for your continued support. 

Ms. Ko & Ms. Dalwood 

Dates to Remember: 

Friday, April 18 – Good Friday – No school 

Monday, April 21 – Non-instructional Day 

April 22 – Grade 6 vaccines 

April 29 and 30 – YCT tests for Gr 5 and 6 Mandarin students 

Colonel Irvine School Council & Parent Advisory Assoc. (CISC & CIPAA) 

Next meeting will be Wednesday, May 13, at 6:30pm 

To stay informed, please join our FB group.  The process to join is simple and straightforward: 

• Click the link to request to join: Colonel Irvine Parent Group - Calgary 
• Answer the security question: "What is our school mascot?” The answer is “roadrunner" 
• Agree to the group rules 

Any questions / comments / concerns?  Contact us at colonelirvineschoolcouncil@gmail.com 

Lunchroom  

Monday – Italian Meatball Subs 

Tuesday – Chicken and Vegetable Stir Fry 

Wednesday – Beef Mac and Cheese Bake 

Thursday – Chicken Ranch Wraps  

Athletics 

Badminton 

Yoga Afterschool 

Yoga is offered after school by Ms. Smith on these dates: 

Monday April 14th 3:15-4:00pm 

Tuesday April 22nd 3:15-4:00pm 

No experience necessary, if you have any questions, please drop by the SSC and ask Ms. Smith. 

Wellness: 

Session 1: Navigating Social Media and Teens | Community Education Services & Recovery Alberta Live Presentation 

Understanding Social Media Use in Teens 

Date: Wednesday, April 16 
Time: 6 - 8 p.m. 
Register using this link . 

The world of social media is constantly changing, and it can be hard to keep up. This session will look at some of the most popular platforms among Canadian youth and how to protect privacy and keep everyone safe. We will also discuss the effects of social media use on teen mental health and how to promote healthy social media habits in a digital world. 

Presenters include: Ashley Meagher, Certified Child & Youth Care Counsellor, Success Coach & Jo Burley BCST, NPML, Success Coach, Rockyview School Division, MHCB Stepping. 

Session 2: Building Resiliency in Today’s Youth | Community Education Services & Recovery Alberta Live Presentation 

 Building Resiliency in Today's Youth 

Date: Thursday, April 17 
Time:  11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. 

Register using this link. 

Before High School graduation, one-third of adolescent girls will experience depression, anxiety disorders, self-harm or an eating disorder. However, there is an incredible power in caregivers who can support our youth, both young women and men, before they seek therapy. At Juno House®, we believe in the extraordinary healing power of parents, caregivers, coaches, and teachers. In our 1.5 hour workshop presentation, we will share steps and strategies from the Juno House Therapeutic Model® that will provide effective emotional coaching tools for today’s youth as they develop through adolescence and into young adulthood. 

Presenters include Andrea Halwas Larsen, PhD, CT, REACE Counselling Therapist Associate Therapist and Education Coordinator at Juno House.  

Link: Registration Link