IMPORTANT - 2026-2027 Enrolment Intentions Form – Complete by April 23: 

It is very important that families complete the enrolment form that was emailed on Thursday to confirm their registration at DDS for next year.  Please check your junk mail if you have not received the notice.  Having accurate enrolment information helps us plan staffing, classroom organization, and resources to best support our students.    We recognize plans may not be finalized for the 2026-27 school year. Regardless, we ask you to complete the form based on current information and intentions. If you have any questions, please call Mrs. Naylor 403-777-6177. 

School Council News: 

Cyber Safety Workshop for Families | April 23, 5:00 – 6:00 pm | SIGN UP HERE 

Parents and community members are invited to this presentation that will help audiences acquire a better sense of safety and security for children when they are online. Kathy Macdonald, a retired police officer, will address concerns related to cyberbullying, online coercion and exploitation. She offers an enlightening glimpse into emerging security threats including the Internet of Things (IoT). This presentation includes discussion of social media, popular apps, privacy, and the laws that help to protect young people. As a former police officer and online investigator, she shares firsthand stories about fraud prevention, social engineering, and personal security.  Sign up here. 

Rain Barrels: Douglasdale School Council is currently hosting an online rain barrel sale. The sale will run until April 30th with an anticipated pick-up day of May 13th - delivery options are available. $10 from each rain barrel will come back to the school and all rain barrels are eligible for the City of Calgary's rain barrel rebate. For more information and to pre-order visit https://rainbarrel.ca/douglasdaleschool.  

Council has changed the delivery date to May 13th to ensure you have your rain barrels to catch the May showers. For more information please see the PDF in your child's google classroom.

Clubs – New Sign up: 

We are excited to offer an Origami Club for students! Origami is the traditional Japanese art of paper folding and helps build focus, patience, fine motor skills, and creativity.  During Origami Club, students will learn how to fold a variety of fun and engaging designs, from simple shapes to more detailed creations, in a relaxed and supportive environment. All materials will be provided. No previous experience is required—just an interest in folding and creating!  If you would like your child to participate, please complete the following form. Origami Club Sign-Up – Fill out form 

 Club Details:

• Club Name: Origami Club 
• Day: Tuesday mornings  
• Time: 8:20–8:40 a.m. (enter through front office door at 8:20 am) 
• Start Date: April 21 
• Final Day: May 26 
• Location: Learning Commons 

Volunteer Appreciation: 

We greatly appreciate the many ways our community supports DDS through volunteerism. As a small gesture of thanks, we invite our volunteers to join us on May 1 at 12:00 pm for a sweat treat and thanks from students and staff. Please RSVP by April 24 to support planning, if you are able to attend. 

Deadline Approaching - Order your 2025-2026 Yearbook: 

The optional fee for a yearbook is now available in your MyCBE Account – School Based Optional Fees. The yearbook includes an individual photograph of each student, classroom snapshots, and a whole school picture. If you wish to order a yearbook, please ensure you pay this fee by April 30th, 2016. 

 Volunteering: 

If you are interested in volunteering, please click on the link for information and the process.  

 Upcoming Dates:  

  CBE Days of Significance:  

The CBE is committed to building a culture of appreciation and inclusion, where students and staff can see themselves valued, respected, and celebrated. For more information on key dates, please visit the CBE Dates of Significance webpage.