Happy Sunday DDS Families,
This week we would like to share our appreciation for our support staff. We have a talented team, including our lunchroom staff, educational assistants, a library assistant, administrative assistants in the office, facility operators, and our bus drivers. Each of our support staff members contribute greatly to the caring and supportive learning community at Douglasdale School. Please join us in thanking and appreciating all they do to support our students, staff and community!
We also took time this week on Earth Day, to think about the impact our actions have on our planet. Grade 2 students took the lead in our multi-age groups to discuss ways we could reduce the waste we produce at Douglasdale School. We are challenging students to start with one small step – reducing our use of paper towels after washing hands. Students learned how to use a single paper towel to dry their hands with the hope we can immediately reduce our waste footprint. Grade 2 has also taken on the task of graphing their progress.
Have a great weekend!
Heather, Monique, Sue, and Debbie
DDS Administrative Team
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Lifetouch Leaflet – Classroom Picture Order – CORRECTION:
We have been informed by Lifetouch that the wording on the recent leaflet which has been sent home is incorrect. There is no charge for a classroom picture. Every student will receive a complimentary picture. The leaflet is for the whole school picture, where there is a charge of $15.00.
Volunteer Appreciation Event Invitation:
We would like to invite all DDS volunteers to a special appreciation event on Friday, May 10th at 11:00 am. We LOVE our volunteers! You are an important part of our DDS community, and we want to celebrate you. If you can join us, please RSVP here. If you know of a family or community member who may not receive this message, but would like to attend, please forward this invite to them on our behalf.
Clubs Information: NEW CLUB SIGN UP:
Grades 3 to 5 Weaving Club SIGN UP here
Grades 4 and 5 Kickball Club SIGN UP here
Rogers Network:
The CBE has recently implemented a new process for Roger customers. We were recently made aware the school landline was not registering when calling out to families. If you are Roger's customer, please email Ms. Naylor senaylor@cbe.ab.ca so we can add your number to the call out list.
2023-2024 Central Fee Waiver Applications:
Current Applications:
If you have applied for a 2023-2024 Central Fee Waiver (Lunch & Transportation fees) and your application is pending waiting for further information, the deadline to submit your outstanding information is June 30, 2024.
New Applications:
The deadline to apply for a central fee waiver is June 30, 2024. Please click on the Central Waiver link for information and eligibility.
Have you Moved?
Have you moved during the school year or are you planning on moving during the summer to a new community? Please ensure you have informed the office of any changes.
Next Year Plans – Kindergarten to Grade 4 Only:
If you are not returning to DDS for next school year and have not yet informed the office, please contact Ms. Naylor senaylor@cbe.ab.ca as soon as possible. Keeping an accurate record of student numbers enables the school to plan effectively.
2024-2025 Kindergarten Information Evening & Open House:
We will be holding two events for new Kindergarten students joining us next school year.
· May 23 Online Information Evening at 6:00 to 6:30pm
· June 7 Open House at 1:00pm to 2:00pm
2023-2024 Yearbook – Deadline Approaching – May 17, 2024:
The deadline to order your 2023-2024 Yearbook is fast approaching. Order via MyCBE Account under Student Fees- School Based Optional Fees. The cost is $30.00 each.
Plant Donation Opportunity:
Calling all plant lovers! Over the past few weeks, we have been re-building our living wall in the main piazza after an unexpected leak incident. As part of the re-planting process, we are looking for donations to help fill our new living wall. Clippings from your current plants are preferred, with roots started – follow the instructions here for growing roots to transplant. You can click here to see the best plant options for an indoor living wall. When your donation is ready, please bring it to the front office. We are excited to work on this project together with our families!
Upcoming Dates:
Apr 30 G3-5 Weaving Club (lunch hour)
May 2 G4 Field Trip to Union Cemetery/Reader’s Rock & G3-G5 Weaving Club (lunch hour)
May 3 G1-G2 Art Club (8:00am to 8:45am)
May 7 Spring Picture Day (Individual, Class & Whole School), & G3-G5 Weaving Club
May 8 G1 Teacher’s Pet (In-school Activity) & Hats On! For Mental Health
May 9 G3-G5 Weaving Club (lunch hour)
May 10 Volunteer Appreciation Event (11:00am – 11:45am) & G1-G2 Art Club (8:00am to 8:45am)
May 14 G3-G5 Weaving Club (lunch hour)
May 15 G5 Field Trip to Carburn Park (Fish Creek) & School Council AGM 6:30pm to 7:30pm
May 16 – 31 Read-a-Thon
May 16 School Council Spring Dance, Healthy Hunger A&W, KG Field Trip to Heritage Park & G3-G5 Weaving Club (lunch hour).
May 17 Non-Instructional Day – No School for Students & Deadline to order Yearbook
May 20 Victoria Day – No School for Students
May 22 G4-5 Kickball Club (1:00pm to 1:20pm)
May 23 Welcome to Kindergarten – Online information evening 6:00pm
May 24 Healthy Hunger – Kernels & G1-G2 Art Club (8:00am to 8:45am)
May 29 G4-5 Kickball Club (1:00pm to 1:20pm)
May 30 Healthy Hunger – Little Caesar’s