MPS Weekly Update | December 19, 2025
The final week of the year was filled with Holiday spirit and plenty of activity to keep our students engaged. Our Street Fair was a huge success and we look forward to updating you in the New Year about how much money we raised for the Calgary Food Bank. Looking ahead to 2026, we have some updates below:
Henry Wise Wood High School IB Information Evening
Future IB Warriors and families! A virtual Henry Wise Wood High School International Baccalaureate Program Information Evening is happening on Thursday, January 8th at 6:00pm for current Grade 9 students looking to apply for the IB program for the 2026-27 school year. Topics will include an overview of the IB program at Henry Wise Wood with components and requirements, university recognition, costs and benefits of the program. The evening will be available online - the link and subsequent video can be found at info.hwwib.ca.
If you have any questions about the evening or the IB Program at Henry Wise Wood High School, you can email the IB Diploma Coordinator (Mr. Glenn Finockio) at gofinockio@cbe.ab.ca
Winter Dance | Save the Date
We will be having our first school dance of the year on Thursday, January 15th from 5pm – 8pm. All grade 6-9 Mountain Park students are welcome to attend. The cost will be $5 at the door and there will be a concession stand open with snacks, drinks, and pizza for purchase. We are in need of parent volunteers in order for this event to take place. If you are able to volunteer, and have your volunteer clearance, please reach out to Ms. LeBlanc hlleblanc@cbe.ab.ca.
Be Brave Hitmen Game
Field trip forms for the Calgary Hitmen Be Brave hockey game have gone home. Please return as soon as possible. Fees are now due in order to attend the game. They are payable on PowerSchool. If you have any questions, please call the office.
If you are interested in volunteering, please fill out the form that was sent home.
Grade 6 Parents | Kamp Kiwanis
You are invited to attend an in-person information meeting about our 2026 Kamp Kiwanis Outdoor School trip. The meeting will take place at 5:00 PM on Monday, January 26, 2026, at the school.
During this meeting, we will provide an overview of the camp experience, discuss costs, and review expectations for the trip. We look forward to sharing this exciting opportunity with you and answering any questions you may have.
School Council Guest Speaker Series | Save the Date
Connie Jakab, the founder of the Bravely Connected Method, will be presenting a second session in a three-part series to parents and guardians at MPS on January 29 from 6-8 pm – mark your calendars! More information to come in January.
Gym Strip
If you are interested in purchasing gym strip, please email Mrs. Lock or send your child with cash. Shirts are $20.00 and Shorts are $30.00.
📸 Don’t Miss Out — Order Your 2025–2026 School Yearbook!
Capture the moments, friendships, and memories that your child will treasure for years to come. Yearbooks are now available to purchase through PowerSchool under Optional Fees for $42.
This keepsake is a wonderful way for students to look back on their school journey and celebrate the year’s highlights.
If you need help with how to purchase, please refer to the step-by-step guide.
Report Cards
Due to labour action, the CBE has adjusted the date Report Cards will be visible in PowerSchool. They will now be visible on February 24, 2026.
School Council
We welcome new and returning members of our community to attend upcoming monthly meeting dates that are set for 6pm in our MPS Learning Commons as follows: Feb 4, Mar 11, April 8, and May 13. Dates can also be located in our online MPS Calendar on our website. We will be hosting both in-person and virtual offerings. MPS School Council is eagerly looking for volunteers. Positions still available this year include:
Secretary – Ensures all the recordings for school council are in order for Society meetings
Key Communicator – member represents MPS School Council at Board meetings with CBE and our Board of Trustees (approximately 3 meetings in the year).
Please send any inquiries for School Council directly to the following address: mpsschoolcouncil312@gmail.com
Attendance
If your child is going to be absent, has a medical appointment or will be late, please email the attendance email at mpsattendance@cbe.ab.ca. If your student needs to leave school early, please let the office know whenever possible via the attendance email at mpsattendance@cbe.ab.ca. This will ensure the student is ready in the office when you arrive, reducing wait time and class disruption. Thank you.
MPS Learning Lounge
In-person Learning Support Sessions, available for all students each morning before classes in the MPS Learning Commons. We are targeting two core subject areas each day in alignment with our 2025-2026 School Development Plan: Mathematics and Literacy. Various subject area teachers are present to provide an additional layer of support for those students who wish to access it as follows:
- Monday - Thursday from 8:40-9:10 am
- Front doors will be unlocked for student entry from 8:35-8:45 am only. Students must be here by 8:45 at the latest in order to make effective use of this support. Students arriving after this time will need to wait until the doors re-open at the morning bell.
- Students are welcome to attend as often as needed but must come prepared to learn with assignments, homework, test review or specific topics they require support with (ex. polynomials, persuasive essay writing, etc.).
- Students will be provided access to computers when required to utilize D2L and written assignment work only.
Clubs
Puzzle Club
Do you enjoy making puzzles? Come join Ms. LeBlanc in room 114 for Puzzle Club. Bring your lunch and come right at 12:10 to get started. All grade 6’s remember to check in with your lunchroom supervisor first so attendance can be taken. Lots of puzzles available or bring your own. It will happen every Monday and Tuesday at lunch.
Dungeons and Dragons
Our Dungeons and Dragons club has started. Please join us every Tuesday from 4:00-5:00 pm. All experience levels are welcome.
Art Club
Do you want to express your creative ideas? Come to the art room on Tuesdays at the beginning of lunch (grade 6 students must go to their lunchroom for attendance first). We will be working on junk journals, mini masterpieces, and free drawings. All grades welcome!
Band
December Newsletter: Link
Bottle Drive!! Keep your bottles! We will be having a bottle Drive on January 3rd, 1:00 pm-4:00 pm. Bottles can be dropped off at the trailer outside the school at this time or contact us at mpsmpsmusic@gmail.com to arrange a pick up.
We know this is the end of Winter Break, but we are hoping to have a good volunteer turnout to get those holiday empties. To sign up to drive or help us track attendance, fill in the form HERE.
Jazz Band will be on Tuesdays at lunch and Fridays at 8:00 am. Everyone welcome!
TruEarth Laundry Strips: http://tru-earth.sjv.io/MPSMPS A true eco-friendly product. No plastic jugs just compressed soap strips that clean your laundry, toilet bowls, laundry stains, kitchens, and dishes! This is an ongoing fundraiser. December 24 – January 1: 20% OFF Use code: EOY20
Upcoming Activities
January 5 – Monday
Puzzle Club @ lunch in Room 114
Senior Girls Volleyball Tryout#1 – 4:00-6:00pm
January 6– Tuesday
Senior Boys Volleyball Tryout #1 – 7:45-9:00am
Jazz Band Rehearsal @ 12:00pm
Puzzle Club @ lunch in Room 114
Art Club @ lunch
Senior Girls Volleyball Tryouts #2 @ 4:00-5:00pm
Dungeons and Dragons Club @ 4:00-5:00
January 7 – Wednesday
Sports Performance Fieldtrip to Mount Royal University
Senior Girls Volleyball Tryout #3 @ 7:45-9:00am
Coffee House @ lunch in the Band room
Senior Boys Volleyball Tryouts #2 @ 4:00-5:00pm
January 8 – Thursday
Wrestling Practice @ 7:45-9:00am
Senior Boys Volleyball Tryout #3 @ 7:45-9:00am
Chess Club at lunch in room 113
Junior Girls Volleyball Tryout #1 @ 4:00-5:00 pm
January 9 – Friday
Junior Boys Volleyball Tryout # 1 @ 7:45-9:00am
Jazz Band Rehearsal @ 8:00 – 9:00am
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.
Don’t forget to check our MPS Calendar regularly for key dates and upcoming events.
Have a wonderful Holiday Season – we look forward to an incredible year ahead...
Angela Takla
Principal, Mountain Park School
Natasha Duffy
Assistant Principal, Mountain Park School