MPS Weekly Update | February 28, 2025

As we wrap up a busy month of February, we want to thank all the MPS students, staff and volunteers who organized and attended the Hitmen Be Brave hockey game this week at the Saddledome. It was an epic way to build community and belonging for our young Wolverines, to celebrate Pink Shirt Day and raise awareness of the importance of being kind to others... and the Hitmen won the game!

We also celebrated the musical debut of our talented Grade 6 students in a stellar group performance conducted by Ms. Wahl that was recorded yesterday and will be shared with parents and guardians.

Here are a few updates for the week ahead:

Grade 6 and 7 Outdoor School with Kamp Kiwanis | April 23-25 

What a great turnout at our virtual Parent Information Session this week! We are excited to have the planning underway for what will surely be an incredible 2-night, 3-day learning opportunity to be remembered... 

We are including a Parent Information Manual to recap the key information presented, as well as the MPS Outdoor School Application Form. Hard copies will be available starting on Monday, March 3 in the main office. All forms and accompanying deposits (check or cash) must be returned to the main office by Monday, March 10th.    

Parking 

We thank you for not entering the school parking lot when dropping off or picking up students as it is reserved for CBE staff only and presents a safety concern when other vehicles are present. Importantly, accessible parking stalls nearest the door must only be used by vehicles with the appropriate placard. 

YouthLink Calgary Police Interpretive Centre Field

Grade 6's are going to YouthLink on the following days.  Fees are now due and can be paid online through your MyCBE account.  If you have any questions, please call the office at 403-777-6442.

Homeroom 6-1 - March 4

Homeroom 6-2 - March 5

Homeroom 6-4 - March 6

Homeroom 6-3 - March 10      

Homeroom 6-5 - March 11

Invite | Indigenous Education Mini Round Dance

​Mark your calendars! On Thursday, April 10, the CBE Indigenous Education Team invites Grade 9 Indigenous students, their families, and their school staff to join the second annual CBE Grade 9 Transitions Mini Round Dance—an evening to honour self-identified Indigenous students who are transitioning from Grade 9 to high school.
Hosted at Ernest Manning High School, this event will include a bagged lunch feast, Indigenous artisans, special dances, an honour song, and a giveaway. All CBE students, families, and staff are welcome to attend.

MPS Learning Lounge

A reminder that in-person Learning Support Sessions continue to be available for students each morning before classes in the MPS Learning Commons as follows:   

·        Monday - Thursday from 8:30-9:00 AM  

·        Front doors will be unlocked for student entry from 8:25-8:35 AM only. Students must be here by 8:35 at the latest 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 

Band

March Newsletter Link

Grade 7/8/9 Camp: Camp Kindle Overnight Music Retreat

March 3-5 Get your instruments, sleeping bag, Winter Boots, Winter Jacket, and Toque & Mitts and get ready for a musical time and lots of fun! Only bring what you can carry! 

Packing list link: HERE. Please ensure students are at the school for 8:00am on March 3rd. They will arrive back at 3:30pm on March 5th for pick up.

Jazz Band will only be on Friday morning 8:00 am – 9:00 am, this week due to band camp. No Tuesday Jazz band.

The Music Instrument Rental Fee is on PowerSchool and is now due.

Fundraisers

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. 

Bottle Drive – Drop off your empties and support the band!

1) South Pointe Bottle Depot (behind The Home Depot on 130th Avenue SE) 5126 126 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2Z 0H2 Please let them know the funds go to the Mountain Park School Band. 

2) Deerfoot Bottle Depot (near Douglasdale Professional Centre) 11440 29 St SE, Calgary, AB T2Z 3V5. Please tag the bags as LG782.

We appreciate your support!

MPS Yearbook | Final Deadline TODAY Feb. 28, 2025

Place your order before the Feb. 28th deadline! Orders are placed via Powerschool, in the 'Fees' section.  Not sure if you bought one?? Email Ms. Laudinsky to check! celaudinsky@cbe.ab.ca 

Upcoming Activities – March 2025

March 3 – Monday

Grade 7/8/9 Camp: Camp Kindle Overnight Music Retreat

AM
Jr. Boys Volleyball Practice @ 8:00-9:00am

PM
Sr. Girls Volleyball Practice @ 4:00-4:45pm

Annie Rehearsal @ 4:00-4:45pm

March 4 – Tuesday

AM

Grade 6-1 YouthLink Field Trip

Sr. Boys Volleyball Practice @ 8:00-9:00am

PM

Jazz Band @ lunch
Dungeons and Dragons 4:00-4:45pm

Jr. Girls Volleyball Practice @ 4:00-4:45pm

Annie Rehearsal @ 4:00-4:45pm

Sr. Girls Volleyball Game @ Lakeshore @ 4:30pm

March 5 – Wednesday

AM

Grade 6-2 YouthLink Field Trip

Jr. Girls Volleyball Practice @ 8:00-9:00am

PM

Jr. Boys Volleyball Games @ Dr. Martha Cohen @ 4:30pm

Sr. Boys Volleyball Game @ McKenzie Highlands School @ 4:30pm

Annie Rehearsal @ 4:00-4:45pm

March 6 – Thursday

AM

Grade 6-4 YouthLink Field Trip

Sr. Girls Volleyball Practice @ 8:00-9:00am

PM

Chess Club @ lunch in Room 113

Annie Rehearsal @ 4:00-4:45pm

Jr. Girls Volleyball Game @ Dr. George Stanley @ 4:30pm

Jr. Boys Volleyball Practice @ 8:00-9:00am

March 7 – Friday

AM

Sr. Boys Volleyball Practice 8:00-9:00am

Jazz Band @ 8:00am

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.

Thank you for staying informed and enjoy the sunshine this weekend...  

Angela Takla

Principal, Mountain Park School