Parent(s),

Just a few informational items for you.  

The Eco-Leaders Program
Mrs. Gerla and myself have applied for the City of Calgary's Eco-Leaders program this coming school year.  This program is a youth environmental leadership initiative that helps school-based student teams: research, design and implement curriculum-linked projects in their community to contribute to addressing climate change challenges.  Also, the Eco-Leaders Program has the goal to deliver climate-literacy and foster climate leadership in Calgary youth.  Student teams will take climate and environmental action that will positively impact our community.  Our project idea is to create a community garden and greenhouse. 

Presently, we have passed the application process and have been selected to take part in an in-person interview with City of Calgary staff this coming Monday.  The Lead teacher, supporting teacher, and either the Vice Principal or Principal are required to attend the half hour interview with students to discuss the project.  All selected school will then be announced a few weeks later.

Please take a look at the video
  

Jacket Racket 

It is that time of year when we pitch in to help the larger community in Calgary by donating winter clothing. Our community has done such a great job looking out for Calgarians in need. Briar Hill School will again be a collection point for winter coats, snow pants, mittens and hats for kids and families across the city. There will be a collection bin in the foyer by the main entrance from October 28 to November 15. Please bring in gently used items of all sizes. Let's help make it an easier winter for families in need.

Picture Retakes and Class Photos

Life Touch will be doing both individual photo retakes and class photos on November 7th.

Up and Coming

Wednesday, Oct. 30th - Healthy Hunger - Subway

Friday, Nov. 1st - Non-Instruction Day - no classes

Wednesday, Nov. 6th - Healthy Hunger - Jugo Juice

Monday, Nov. 11th - Remembrance Day - no classes

Tuesday, Nov. 12th - School Council Meeting (6:45 PM - 8:30 PM) 

Enjoy your weekend,

Ms. LeVesconte

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