MPS Weekly Update | May 1, 2026
Spring Drama Production | Baker Street Irregulars | May 4-7
This year’s school play ‘Baker Street Irregulars’ performs in the MPS gym May 4th, 5th , 6th and 7th. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the door to the show. Seating opens at 6:10 and the show begins at 6:30 pm. This all-ages show takes us to London…
While investigating at the Wainwright Circus, Sherlock Holmes mysteriously falls gravely ill and is unable to perform his usual duties. Luckily, the Irregulars show up and get the low-down from the acrobats, clowns, and animal trainers, as well as the circus owner and his daughter. With their snooping and clever detective work, the Baker Street Irregulars solve the crime and discover the mystery behind Sherlock’s sudden illness. Come join us for a wonderful evening of drama and adventure!
Canadian Student Alcohol and Drugs Survey
An opportunity for students to participate in Health Canada’s Canadian Student Alcohol and Drugs Survey (CSADS), and your child is eligible to participate. The project is funded by Health Canada and has received permission from your provincial Ministry of Education, school board (if applicable), and school. This letter provides key details about the survey and explains the opt-out process for parents should they choose to opt-out. If you have further questions, please reach out to Brandy Gaunt via email (brgaunt@cbe.ab.ca).
Radon Gas Study
Earlier this year, a radon gas study was conducted in 30 CBE schools, including Mountain Park.
Detectors were placed throughout the school by a “Certified Radon Professional” and left for about three months between October and March of this school year. The devices were then sent for analysis.
The CBE Indoor Environmental Quality team received the reports. The results confirm that the levels in our school are well within the Health Canada guideline for radon (below 200 Bq/m3) and no further action is required at this time.
If you are interested in finding out more about radon, the risks of radon exposure, and steps that you can take in your home, please see “Radon: What You Need to Know” produced by the government of Canada and available here.
Surge Basketball Game | May 4
Grade 8’s to attend The Surge Basketball Game on May 4. Please make sure you have paid the fee required as a ticket has been purchased on your child’s behalf. You can pay online via your MyCBE account or by debit/credit card at the office. Please call the school or email Ms. Lock (dalock@cbe.ab.ca) if you need any assistance with your account.
Tyrell Museum | May 5
The Grade 7’s will be travelling to dinosaur country on May 5. Fees have been uploaded to PowerSchool for payment. You can pay online via your MyCBE account or by debit/credit card at the office. Please call the school or email Ms. Lock (dalock@cbe.ab.ca) if you need any assistance with your account.
Grade 6 Calgary Zoo Field Trip | May 12
Calgary Zoo field trip forms have gone home. Fees have been uploaded to PowerSchool for payment. You can pay online via your MyCBE account or by debit/credit card at the office. Please call the school or email Ms. Lock (dalock@cbe.ab.ca) if you need any assistance with your account.
Track Meet Day | June 1
If you are interested in volunteering for the school Track Meet Day, please reach out to Mrs. Gaunt via email (brgaunt@cbe.ab.ca) to express interest. We will need approximately eight security-cleared volunteers for the day. Thanks so much for your willingness to support Wolverine Athletics.
Grade 9 Farewell | Save the Date | June 11
We are letting families know that we have started the planning to celebrate our wonderful grade 9 students and their time at MPS, before sending them off to high school. Please mark the date of Thursday, June 11 starting at 4:30 pm in your calendar. More information will be shared in the near future.
Baby Photos
As part of our Grade 9 Farewell evening, we are asking all Grade 9 students to send in a favorite baby/toddler photo. Students or parents can email their photo to Ms. LeBlanc by Friday, May 15th, at (hlleblanc@cbe.ab.ca).
Spring School Dance | May 14
Our first dance of the year will be on Thursday, May 14th from 5 pm-8 pm. We would love to have some more parent volunteers. You can sign up for the whole night, 5-6:30, or 6:30-8. If you have your volunteer clearance, and are willing to help out, please email Ms. LeBlanc at (hlleblanc@cbe.ab.ca).
Eastern Canada Fundraisers
Krispy Kreme Donuts
To help support our Grade 8 and 9 students who attended the Eastern Canada trip, we will be selling Krispy Kreme donuts at lunch in the Learning Commons on the following days.
- Thursday, May 14th
- Thursday, June 4th
Donuts will be limited to two per student to begin and will be $2 each.
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: May 13. Dates can also be located in our online MPS Calendar on our website. Please send any inquiries for the School Council directly to (mpsschoolcouncil312@gmail.com).
MPS Learning Lounge | Help Available
In-person Learning Support Sessions are 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.
Band
May Newsletter: Link
Jazz Band will be on Tuesdays at lunch and Fridays at 8:00 am. Everyone is welcome!
Ongoing Fundraisers
- TruEarth Laundry Strips: 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. April 15-30: 22% off with code EARTHDAY22.
- Bottle Drive – Drop off your empties and support the band!
- 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.
- 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!
Upcoming Activities
May 4 – Monday
- Surge Basketball Game – Grade 8
- Grade 9 Badminton Practice @ 8:00-9:00 am
- Grade 8 Badminton Practice @ 4:00-5:00 pm
- School Play @ 6:00 pm in the main gym
May 5 – Tuesday
- Tyrell Museum Field Trip – Grade 7
- Grade 9 Badminton Tournament @ Synergy Indoor Sports Centre
- Grade 7 Badminton Practice @ 8:00-9:00 am
- Jazz Band Rehearsal @ 12:00 pm
- Dungeons and Dragons @ 4:00-5:00 pm
- Grade 6 Badminton Practice @ 4:00-5:00 pm
- School Play @ 6:00 pm in the main gym
May 6 – Wednesday
- Grade 8 Badminton Practice @ 4:00-5:00 pm
- School Play @ 6:00 pm in the main gym
May 7 – Thursday
- Grade 6 Badminton Practice @ 8:00-9:00 am
- Grade 7 Badminton Practice @ 4:00-5:00 pm
- School Play @ 6:00 pm in the main gym
May 8 – Friday
- Jazz Band Rehearsal @ 8:00-9:00 am
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.
Thank you for your support,
Angela Takla
Principal, Mountain Park School
Natasha Duffy
Assistant Principal, Mountain Park School