Dates to Remember
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Share | Farewell Message
As we conclude an excellent year of learning, thanks to our students and their families for your support, dedication and positive energy. The combination truly made for a great year. It is our hope that everyone has a safe, restful and relaxing summer holiday and that you get a chance to do some fun family activities.
If you are returning to Woodlands School for the fall of 2025, we look forward to working with you and your children once again. The school office is open Wednesday, August 27 – Friday, August 29. School will start on Tuesday, September 2 for a regular full day of learning. Please watch your email for further information and please check the Back to School Information found on the Woodlands website. By August 28, if you are returning to Woodlands, you will receive an email from your teacher welcoming you back and sharing details for our start on September 2. If your child is moving on to a different school for the 2025-26 school year, we wish you the very best!
At this time, we would like to share some staffing updates with you. We will say farewell to Ms. Sandra Patton. After three years here at Woodlands, Ms. Patton is moving to the System Assistant Principal in Early Learning in CBE. We are truly grateful for her expertise and commitment to learners here at Woodlands and wish her all the best. We welcome Ms. Lauren Agnew as Assistant Principal at Woodlands next year.
Congratulations to Ms. Jaimie Baidoo who has accepted a Learning Leader position at Nellie McClung School and thanks to Ms. Baidoo for her work with our Grade 1 and 2 students here at Woodlands. We are happy that Mr. Keegan Smith will fill this position and join the teaching team once again next year.
We are saying farewell to temporary teacher Ms. Christy Hawley and thank her for her dedicated service to Woodlands students in Grade 1/2 and Music.
Thanks to Support Staff team members who are moving on – Ms. Amy Dittaro has accepted a position at Joane Cardinal Schubert High School in CBE. We wish Ms. Annette and Ms. Suzy who have supported students in casual Education Assistant roles the very best in their next role.
We welcome the new team for our new Enhanced Education Supports class at Woodlands next year. They are; Teacher: Kate Lawless, and Educational Assistants: Genevieve McLeod, Jennifer Dobson, Jennifer Sawchyn and Lunchroom Supervisor: Tsedey Araya. This is a specialized class in CBE supporting 9 students with highly complex learning needs.
Farewell and thank you to those parents of students who are moving on that have served on our School Council with great dedication and energy. Thank you for your generous gift of time that has benefitted all students.
Thank you to everyone for making this school year so memorable and enjoyable.
Share | TRC Commitment to Action 2025-26
In recent years, the CBE has requested each school to consider the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s 94 calls to action and make a plan to commit to advance the process of reconciliation. This year, our commitment focused on building cultural respect and understanding by learning from Elders and Knowledge Keepers, learning on the land in adjacent Fish Creek Park and using circles for meaningful discussions in class. In asking staff and students to review our school experiences this year and look toward next year, their request was to build on the actions of our existing commitment and continue our learning in these areas. With some minor adjustments from last year, we are pleased to share our renewed Commitment to Truth and Reconciliation for the 2025-26 school year. We invite you to read about this commitment and to talk to your child about their experiences this school year. If you or someone you know has a close connection to advancing reconciliation that you would like to share, we invite you to contact the school.
June Report Cards Available Online
June report cards will be available online on June 25 through MyCBE/PowerSchool. Once logged in, select the “Report Card” tab to view the report card. Instructions for printing report cards are available at MyCBE: Accessing the Online Report Card.
Reminder: Print your report cards before the end of July, if you want a copy for your records. After this time, the report cards for this year will no longer be visible on your MyCBE Account.
Year End Reminders for Families
- Notify the School if you are not returning to Woodlands 2024-25 - for students currently in grades K to 5
- Check the Lost and Found – pick up any lost items before Friday, June 20, remaining items will be donated after June 25
- Return library books and/or other school items
- Collect any medication that may be stored in the main office
- Pay outstanding fees
Creations Child Care
Creations Child Care is very excited to be joining Woodlands School this coming September 2025. We will be offering out of school care for children Grades K-6.
Open 7:00 am - 5:45 pm, including Non-Instructional Days, Fall Break, Spring Break, Teachers Convention, and Early Dismissal Days.
Registrations are first come first served basis. Spaces are limited. Subsidy Available.
For more information, please visit www.creationschildcareinc.com or call Jane Winter at 403-399-0085.
All Sport One Day 2025
All Sport One Day is a fantastic, free sport discovery event designed specifically for children and youth aged 6 to 17. It offers a unique opportunity for young participants to try out a new sport or physical activity in a fun and supportive environment.
Whether your child is curious about learning a new skill or simply eager to get active, this event is an excellent way to introduce them to the world of sports without any financial commitment. By participating, kids can explore different sports, discover their interests, and potentially find a new passion, all while making new friends and staying active.
All Sport One Day 2025 will be held on Saturday, June 21 and Saturday, Aug. 16 from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Follow @SportCalgary on social media or sign-up for their newsletter for updates!
Link: Registration Link
CBE Transportation Information
- Transportation registration is available using MyCBE. (If families do not already have an account, click here to learn how to create one.)
- Families must register by Sunday, June 22, 2025 for students to be added to routes for the start of the next school year.
- Transportation can be cancelled with no financial impact by submitting the cancellation form by Sept. 30, 2025.
- Fees are due later in October. There are flexible payment options. Families can apply for waivers if they cannot afford to pay fees.
My Transit Ride 2025-26
Each year, CBE collaborates with CCSD and Calgary Transit to provide a free orientation program that provides an opportunity for new and first-time transit riders to increase their comfort level and ability to ride Calgary Transit safely and efficiently to and from school.
The orientation includes different stations for families to visit to learn more about route planning, fares, how to ride the bus or C-Train, safety features, rider etiquette, and much more.
Sessions run every half-hour and last approx 1 hour.
Session Dates and TImes
Wednesday, Aug. 13 from 5 – 8 p.m.
Saturday, Aug. 16 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Calgary Transit and CBE Trasnportation staff will be available to answer questions at these sessions.
Link: Calgary Transit Orientations
Student Supply Fee
The Student Supplies Fee (SSF) is a program funded by fees collected from parents of Kindergarten and Grades 1 to 6 students and provides students with quality supplies in a cost-effective manner, while supporting schools in offsetting the cost to purchase supplies in support of student learning. The supplies ensure there is no disruption to student learning caused by the lack of basic items.
Rates:
Student Supplies Fee Breakdown | 2024-25 | 2025-26 |
Half Day K | $20 | $20 |
Full Day K-6 | $40 | $40 |
