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Gymnastics and Mission Impossible
This week, you may hear your children talking about “Mission Impossible” in the gym!
This fun, school‑wide learning experience is a CBE tradition that students always enjoy. Students are most successful when long hair is tied back or braided, they participate in bare feet, and they wear pants rather than dresses.
Be sure to ask your child about their Mission Impossible experience this week — it’s sure to spark some great conversations!
Student‑Led Conferences – Thursday, April 23
Booking Started on Wednesday, April 15 at 6:00 PM and will close shortly.
We are looking forward to welcoming families to Student‑Led Conferences on Thursday, April 23, after school and into the evening.
Student‑led conferences offer a meaningful opportunity for students to share their learning with their families. During the conference, children will guide you through classroom work, explain what they are learning, and reflect on their progress and goals.
Families can expect to:
- View learning in areas such as reading, writing, math, and other subject areas
- Hear students speak about their strengths and areas for growth
- Gain a clearer understanding of how classroom learning connects to future goals
Families are also encouraged to review PowerSchool, where teachers share information about student learning and progress. Conferences are a great time to look at this information together and ask questions.
All students are expected to attend Student‑Led Conferences in full formal uniform — no exceptions.
Student‑led conferences help students build confidence, take ownership of their learning, and feel proud of their accomplishments. Even a short visit sends a powerful message about the value of learning and strengthens the connection between home and school.
Special notes about conferences this week:
Ms. Norrie's class will have parent-teacher conferences as they experienced student led conferences in the fall.
Ms. Shakila Shahid's class will book under Ms. Shakila's last name - Shahid. We are hopeful Ms. Shakila will be back for student led conferences. And, in this case you will have Ms. Shakila, Ms. Serine G, Ms. Sener and Ms. Eyk all present in the grade 2 space!
Student Led Conferences are not the best place for parents to have private conversations with teachers about your child's progress simply because there is a lack of privacy. If you would like to connect with your child's teacher please connect with them via e-mail to make an in person appointment.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership.
You may notice that on Thursday evening, Dr. Bettesworth and Mr. Murray will not be at the front doors welcoming families or in the hallways connecting as you arrive. On that day, all CBE schools receive their annual Resource Allocation Model (RAM) budgets, and school administration is given a very short timeline to review and plan responsibly for these important funds. While greeting families during events like this is something we both truly value and enjoy, on this occasion it will not be possible. We will miss the opportunity to connect and look forward to doing so again very soon.
To ensure families continue to feel welcomed and supported, we have invited our Grade 5 Special Events Leadership students to assist. These students will be at the front entrance to greet you and help provide direction if needed. We are grateful for their leadership and are confident they will help ensure a smooth and welcoming start to the evening.
Uniform Reminder for Families
As a TLC school community, our uniform is an important way we demonstrate respect for ourselves, each other, and our school. It reflects our shared commitment to school character, pride, and belonging.
On Thursday, during Student‑Led Conferences and Parent Interviews, all students are expected to wear their formal school uniform — no exceptions.
Wearing the uniform on this important day reflects positively on students and families and shows respect for the school and the TLC program.
We would like to remind families of the following expectations:
- Branded hoodies, regardless of colour, are not part of the formal uniform and are never acceptable at CAS. If students are cold, a crested cardigan should be worn.
- Jeans, sweatpants, and leggings are not part of the school uniform.
- Pants worn under a jumper are not part of the uniform.
- Dark‑coloured runners or dress shoes are an expected part of the uniform.
- White shirts must be white. Over time, shirts can become quite grey, and we appreciate families ensuring shirts meet the uniform standard.
As you are at school on Thursday, please also take a moment to check your child’s indoor shoes to ensure they still fit — it’s amazing how quickly children’s feet can grow!
Thank you for your continued support and for helping us uphold our shared values of respect, responsibility, and pride in our school community. We truly appreciate our strong partnership with families.
A Message from School Council
Used Uniform Sale - Thursday
School Council is planning to host a used uniform sale this Thursday during Student‑Led Conferences. At the time of sending this message, we are still awaiting the full details from School Council to share with families. Additional information will be communicated as soon as it is received.
School Council Annual General Meeting (AGM)
The School Council AGM will take place in May. This is an important meeting for our school community, as elections for the upcoming school year will be held and several current positions will become vacant.
School Council plays a vital role in supporting our school, and we are hopeful that many families will consider participating and giving back to our community. Further details about the AGM, including available positions and meeting logistics, will be communicated as soon as it is received.
School Council Guest Presentation - Nutritionist (May)
It is anticipated this presentation will take place on a Thursday Evening in May. Please stay tuned for further information from School Council in the coming days.
New Student Orientation
On Thursday, May 14, we will be delighted to welcome over 100 new Kindergarten students, along with approximately 60 students joining us in Grades 1–5. This is always an exciting and joyful day for our school community as we open our doors to new families.
Invitations will be sent out shortly. Once you receive yours, we kindly ask that—if you have friends or family members who were successful in the lottery and will be joining us in September—you help ensure they have also received their invitation and plan to attend.
In the coming days, our Grade 5 leadership students will bring home a request to support this event by joining us in their full formal uniform that evening. We are incredibly grateful for the leadership, pride, and support these senior students bring, and their involvement plays a key role in making this event such a wonderful success.
Earth Day – April 22
Earth Day is celebrated every year on April 22 to raise awareness about protecting our environment and promoting sustainability. First observed in 1970, Earth Day now involves more than 1 billion people worldwide, encouraging actions like reducing waste, conserving energy, and protecting nature. Even small daily choices—such as recycling, saving water, or walking instead of driving—can make a positive impact on our planet.
A Friendly Reminder About Dressing for the Weather
With spring firmly reminding us that it can bring all four seasons in a single day, this is a friendly reminder to please ensure students are dressed for the weather — from snow to sun and everything in between.
Students will be going outside every day for recess and breaks. We expect that all children come dressed in weather‑appropriate, waterproof clothing. We will keep students indoors only when temperatures fall below –20°C, during torrential downpours, or in cases of extreme weather. Otherwise, outdoor time is part of our day and an important part of children’s learning and wellbeing.
As the ground is currently wet, muddy, and sometimes slippery, we strongly encourage families to send an extra pair of socks and pants with their child, if possible. It continues to surprise all of us how many students end up sitting on their bottoms after a slip or tumble outside — and while children will often suggest they were pushed, it is usually the slick grass or muddy ground that wins the battle!
Last week, we had a number of students calling home after recess for fresh clothes. Going forward, please know that we will not be calling home for clothing changes. A natural consequence of choosing to play in puddles or on slippery grass is getting wet or muddy, and sometimes remaining in those clothes until the end of the day. These are gentle, meaningful learning opportunities that help children make better choices next time.
We do close areas of the playground when they are unsafe. Puddles and icy grass, however, are generally lots of fun and not unsafe — they just come with natural consequences if you fall or get soaked.
Thank you for your ongoing support and partnership. When families and school hold the same message — dress for the weather and make good choices — it makes things much easier (and drier!) for everyone
Healthy Hunger: FUN LUNCH
https://healthyhunger.ca/index.php
Fun Lunch Days – A Gentle Reminder About Outside Food
We are so grateful for the support you give our school community. On Fun Lunch days, we kindly ask that families do not send outside food from restaurants or vendors.
Our Fun Lunches are organized by our dedicated School Council volunteers as a fundraising effort to support programs and activities for all students. When outside lunches arrive from other vendors, it creates challenges for our office team and makes the Fun Lunch process more complicated to manage.
To help the day run smoothly for everyone, we ask that families participate in Fun Lunch through the School Council ordering system on those designated days.
If you have ideas about vendors, menu options, or the overall process, School Council would love to hear from you. They welcome more families getting involved and helping to shape future Fun Lunches.
Thank you for your understanding, cooperation, and continued partnership. Together, we make these special days successful for our whole community.
Annual Volunteer Tea Celebration is coming up!!!
Stay tuned!
We are excited to announce that our annual Volunteer Tea Celebration is coming up. More information, including the time event and RSVP,, will be shared soon. Thank you for your continued support of our school community.