May Updates
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🚴 Bike to School Day is Monday! 🚴♀️
We're excited for Bike to School Day this Monday!
The forecast is currently calling for light rain, which may not affect us too much. However, if the weather takes a turn for the worse, we’ll reschedule for a sunnier day next week — we’re determined to make this event happen at our school!
We’ve had several parents volunteer to help out — thank you! Ms. Howes will reach out to you individually with more details.
More information can be found in the attached document and in your class Google Classroom, and be sure to watch your School Messenger on Sunday for an update in case we need to reschedule.
Fingers crossed for clearer skies! 🌦️
📚 Library Information – June Update 📚
- Book Checkout:
Students may check out one book during the week of June 2–5. - Book Returns:
All books are due by Monday, June 9. Please help your child return their books on time. - Book Fair:
Our Book Fair will run from June 9–12. Don’t miss it! - Lost or Damaged Books:
If you received a letter about a lost or damaged book, please pay for it online as soon as possible.
Thank you for supporting our school library!
School Council Announcement
The last school council meeting of the year is on Tuesday, June 3 at 6:30pm in the school learning commons.
All parents and guardians of Edgemont School students are members of the Edgemont School Council and invited to attend. This will be the Annual General Meeting where roles for next year are nominated and elected.
There is a need for additional volunteers to become involved with the school council - please see the attached letter for more details. The agenda for the meeting is also attached.
If you have any questions, please contact Heather Whelan DuJohn (edgemontschoolcouncil@gmail.com).
Edgemont School Council Parent Letter-May 2025.pdf
Mark Your Calendar
June 2 - Ride to School Day
June 9 - 12 - Book Fair
June 19 - Grade 5 Farewell and Celebration
June 23 - Sports Day
June 26 - Last day of school
Exciting News for Our School Community!
We’re thrilled to share that we are exploring a new partnership to bring Kindergarten before and after school care right here at our school! The licensing process is already underway, and we’re hopeful that this new program will start September 2nd.
Stay tuned for more details coming soon!
Join us for the School Council AGM - JUNE 3rd (new date) at 6:30 pm
We would like to invite you to attend our School Council Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Tuesday, June 3rd at 6:30. This is an important opportunity to get involved in shaping the future of our school and to contribute to the vibrant community that supports our students.
Edgemont School Council needs new volunteers to step into vacant roles for the 2025-26 school year. There are many ways to become involved, with varying levels of time commitment.
If you are interested in becoming more involved in your child's school, please reach out to the current chairperson, Heather Whelan DuJohn, edgemontschoolcouncil@gmail.com
Our School Council and Fundraising Society play a vital role in supporting our school administration and ensuring our school thrives. They are essential partners in making decisions that impact our children's education and well-being. Whether it's helping to guide school policies, planning activities, or advising on the use of funds raised through our various fundraising efforts, your input and involvement are incredibly valuable.
Why should you join us?
- Make a Direct Impact on Your Child’s School Experience: By joining the School Council, you will have a voice in decisions that affect your child’s education, from curriculum discussions to school-wide initiatives.
- Contribute to Fundraising and School Purchases: Our fundraising efforts directly benefit students, whether through new classroom resources, special programs, or events. Your participation ensures that funds are used effectively to enhance your child’s learning experience.
- Strengthen Our School Community: School Council is a great way to meet other parents, build connections, and help foster a positive and supportive school environment.
- Opportunities for Leadership: We will be filling several key positions for the upcoming year, and your involvement could help bring fresh ideas and energy to our initiatives.
We need your voice and ideas to ensure a successful and strong year ahead. Please join us at the AGM on May 28 to learn more about how you can make a difference!
Looking forward to seeing you there!
Lost and Found
We have lots of clothing in the lost and found! Please have your children come and look through the lost and found for their clothing.
Book Fair is Coming!
We are excited to announce that the Scholastic Book Fair has been rescheduled to June 9-12! This is a wonderful opportunity to get great books for your child while supporting our school.
New this year: We’ve added an after-school shopping window on Friday, June 9 from 4:00 - 6:00 pm, so parents can visit the Book Fair at their convenience.
We hope to see you there!
Inform | Transportation Registration and Walk Zone Changes for the 2025-2026 School Year
Edgemont School Bell times are changing for the 2025-2026 School year.
- Start time – 9:15
- End Time 3:44
- Friday End time 1:14
The information below was sent to parents this week by CBE Transportation
What's Changing?
The CBE will be expanding yellow bus service and adjusting walk zones for the upcoming school year. This is in response to Alberta Education’s School Transportation Amendment Regulation for student transportation that comes into effect on Sept. 1, 2025.
Bell Times
Aligning bell times across schools makes transportation more efficient, allowing each bus to run multiple routes. This creates a reliable transportation system, allowing students to get to school safely, on time and ready to learn.
All the bell times for the 2025-26 school year are available on the Bell Times page.
Transportation Eligibility and Walk Zones
Transportation eligibility distance and how it is calculated is changing will now be measured by driving distance instead of walking distance. That means next year, more students will become eligible to take the bus and school walk zones will look different.
To find a school’s walk zone map, visit CBE’s Find a School Tool and follow these instructions:
- Type in a home address or search by school in the drop-down menu.
- Choose a program under Program Options.
- Click on the grade(s).
- Below the map, in the “Programs” column, click on the grade/program for the school.
§ This will display the walk zone for the school/program.
§ Note: only one walk zone can be displayed at a time.
To learn more about transportation eligibility and walk zones read the Walk Zone news story.
Transportation Registration is Now Open
Families are now able to register for school bus service for the 2025-26 school year using their MyCBE account.
Families must register by Sunday, June 22, 2025 for students to be added to routes for the start of the next school year.
CBE Transportation will continue to accept registrations after the deadline; however, students are added to the closest existing bus stop with available space. Processing times for registrations submitted after the June 22 deadline will be delayed. Confirmed routes are posted in late August. For those who register after the June 22 deadline, it may take until mid-October before those students are able to ride the bus.
Transportation can be cancelled with no financial impact by submitting the cancellation form by Sept. 30, 2025.
2025-26 Transportation Service Levels & Proposed Fees
The proposed fees for transportation service for the 2025-26 school year are as follows:
· $360/year for those students designated to yellow school bus transportation
· $180/year for one-way kindergarten transportation
· No fee for students attending specialized classes who are designated to specialized transportation
· All high school students and many others in Grades 6-9 are designated to Calgary Transit. Learn more about Calgary Transit services and fees on our website.
Learn more about service levels and proposed fees on CBE’s website.
Mark Your Calendars
June 2 - Ride to School Day
June 9 - 12 - Book Fair
June 19 - Grade 5 Farewell and Celebration
June 23 - Sports Day
June 26 - Last day of school
Ride to School Day – POSTPONED to Friday, June 2! 🚴♀️
We are looking forward to our Ride to School Day but unfortunately need to postpone it to June 2nd due to some potential repairs in our gym.
If you are able to volunteer to help park bikes for this event please send us an email at edgemont@cbe.ab.ca
Hey Volunteers! 🌸
We want to celebrate YOU at our upcoming Volunteer Tea! Watch your child’s backpack for a special invitation coming home early next week.
Didn’t get one? No problem—we still want to celebrate you! Just contact the school office and we’ll make sure you’re included.
🫖 Save the Date: June 4 at 9:30 AM
📩 Please RSVP by: May 23
Thank you for all you do—our school wouldn’t be the same without you! 💛
📚 Library Reminder!
A friendly reminder to students and families: notices have been sent home for any outstanding library books from the Edgemont Library. Students will have one week to return overdue books before fees are applied to their MyCBE account.
Let’s avoid those fees—please help your child search those backpacks, under the bed, and on the bookshelf! Return your books by the end of next week!
Thank you for helping us keep our library collection complete and ready for everyone to enjoy.
In Case of Extended Vacation (June or September) 🌴✈️🏖️
As we prepare for the upcoming school year, we kindly ask families to notify us if there are any planned absences, such as vacations, before the end of the current school year or if there are any changes in your child’s return in September. This information is crucial for our planning and budgeting, as school funding is based on student enrollment at key points throughout the year. If your child will not be here in June or September, please let us know.
We want to ensure that your child is counted and that our school receives the appropriate funding. Please reach out to Mr. Quinney at bwquinney@cbe.ab.ca. We may need some paperwork to confirm your child’s intent to attend Edgemont School for the 2025-2026 school year.
Thank you for your cooperation in helping us make next year the best one yet!
📚 Save the Date
Grade 5 Parents please save the date for the evening of June 19th for the Grade 5 farewell celebration and performance.
Ms. Dewit’s grade 4 parents – watch your email on Saturday morning for a link to book your parent teacher conference with Ms. Dewit on Wednesday , May 21st. These interviews are rescheduled from March when Ms. Dewit was away.
Family Dance – Western Theme!
Dust off your boots and get ready to boogie! Our Family Dance is happening next Thursday and it’s going to be a rootin’-tootin’ good time with a western theme! Grab your hats, plaid shirts, and dancing spirit. Ticket information has been posted on Google Classrooms.
Yeehaw! 🤠
🚍 Monday is Bus Driver Appreciation Day! 🚌
They brave traffic, snow, and dozens of conversations about Minecraft—all before 9 AM! On Monday, let's show some love to the heroes of the yellow chariot. A wave, a thank-you, or even a drawing from your child can go a long way to make their day.
After all, they don’t just drive—they steer our kids’ mornings in the right direction! 💛👏
Thanks to our amazing bus drivers for getting our students to school safely (and on time... most of the time 😉)!
In Case of Extended Vacation (June or September) 🌴✈️🏖️
As we prepare for the upcoming school year, we kindly ask families to notify us if there are any planned absences, such as vacations, before the end of the current school year or if there are any changes in your child’s return in September. This information is crucial for our planning and budgeting, as school funding is based on student enrollment at key points throughout the year. If your child will not be here in June or September, please let us know.
We want to ensure that your child is counted and that our school receives the appropriate funding. Please reach out to Mr. Quinney at bwquinney@cbe.ab.ca. We may need some paperwork to confirm your child’s intent to attend Edgemont School for the 2025-2026 school year.
Thank you for your cooperation in helping us make next year the best one yet!
Happy Star Wars Day!
This weekend, may your skies be clear, your lightsaber brighter than your weekend chores, and your Force be with you—always. Whether you're team Jedi, Vader, or just here for the Baby Yoda memes…
May the 4th be with you! ✨🌌🛸
Mark Your Calendars
May 8 - Family Dance
May 16 - No School; Non-instructional day
May 19 - No School; Victoria day
May 22 - Last Fun Lunch