Weekly Update | Oct 4
Today, grades 8 and 9 students viewed a presentation from MADD Canada about preventing impaired driving. Students have participated in lead-up activities to prepare for the content of the presentation. Please discuss with your child what they have learned from the presentation. If you want to follow-up on any of the resources, please see the link https://maddyouth.ca/school-program/.
Wolverine Gear | Last chance
If you would like to purchase MPS Wolverine Gear, please see the link below to order. https://mpsfall24spiritwear.itemorder.com/shop/sale/
The store will close on October 4th, 2024 at 11:59pm after which time no more orders can be accepted. Orders will be delivered to the school 4-5 weeks from the closing date.
Lifetouch School Photos are Ready
HOW TO access your child’s images online:
After much safety and security testing, Lifetouch developed a way for families to access their child’s photo using their student ID number.
Here are the quick and easy steps to access photos online by using your child’s student ID number:
· Go to mylifetouch.ca
· Click on “Student ID”
· Enter in your school's city, province and school name
· Follow the instructions to view and order your child’s photos
If you have any questions on this ordering process, please call the Lifetouch Customer Care Line at 1.866.457.8212 or access the online LIVE chat agent. Parents can still access their photos online by using their child’s portrait ID and access code. By enabling the option of using your child’s student ID number, it gives people another way to access photos if they lose their proof sheet.
Lifetouch Customer Care Contact:
Questions about fall photos? Package status, errors, how to place orders, etc.
Please call Lifetouch Customer Care at 1.866.457.8212 or visit the Lifetouch ordering website www.mylifetouch.ca to access the online LIVE chat agent.
Chess Club
Welcome to all that love to play chess or would like to learn! Chess club will start October 3. It will be every Thursday at lunch in Room 113. No sign up necessary. All skill levels invited! See Mr. MacDonald for any questions.
School Fees
Watch for school fees in your MyCBE account later this month.
Gr. 8 Field Trip – Weaselhead | Volunteers Needed
Weaselhead is an engaging field trip where students will have the opportunity to test water quality using chemical and biological indicators within Glenmore Park. We have received two dates: October 28th and 29th. More details will be released as we have them. If you are interested in volunteering with us, please check with the office to confirm your security clearance is up to date. Thank you for supporting our science program – Ms. Birky and Mr. Stickel
Band
Our MPS Band AGM is on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at 7:00 pm in the school gymnasium. One parent/guardian of each student is asked to attend this mandatory meeting. Information about the band program, workshops, and band camps will be discussed. This meeting also doubles as the parent information night which is required if your child will be attending any overnight trips with the band.
Band forms were due today along with payment for the Band Resource Fee. The Music Instrument Rental Fee in PowerSchool will be uploaded to your accounts.
Jazz Band has started! It will be every Tuesday at lunch and every Friday morning 8:00 am – 9:00 am. This is an extracurricular activity and all band students are welcome to join. ***Please note the change to Friday’s.
Band Fundraisers
Cookie Dough 59 Minute Fundraiser: Friday, Nov 1st from 1:30 – 2:29 pm in the main foyer at MPS. There will be perogies, cinnamon buns, spreads, and muffins available. We encourage all band members to participate in selling during these 59 minutes. Details and information will come home soon. Our goal is 4 or more tubs per student. There will be prizes for the most tubs sold, honorable mentions, and more! The music program appreciates the continued support from the community, school, students, and parents. Thank you!
TruEarth Laundry Strips: http://tru-earth.sjv.io/MPSMPS Wow! A true eco-friendly product. No plastic jugs, just compressed soap strips that actually 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.
Thank you for your support!
Library | Adopt a School – Extended until October 13
Our school is fortunate to be participating in the Indigo Adopt a School program this year from
September 13 – October 13. Each year, the Indigo Adopt a School program unites Indigo, its employees, its customers and their communities in raising money to rejuvenate local school libraries across Canada.
https://indigoloveofreadingfoundation.givecloud.co/fundraisers/mountain-park-school
Visit the Indigo South trail store at 130 Ave SE between Sept 13 - Oct 13 to donate money or buys books for the school. Please share with your friends and neighbors!
Upcoming Activities
October 7 – Monday
AM
Junior Boys Basketball Practice 7:45-9:00
PM
Girls Soccer Practice 4:00-5:00
Senior Boys Basketball Practice 4:00-5:00
Junior Girls Basketball Game @ Woodman School 4:30-6:30
Boys Soccer Home Game @ MPS 4:00-6:00
October 8 – Tuesday
AM
Junior Girls Basketball Practice 7:45- 9:00am
Boys Soccer Practice 8:00-9:00am
PM
Jazz Band Practice @ lunch
Senior Girls Basketball Practice 4:00-5:00pm
Junior Boys Basketball Game @ Woodman School 4 :30-7:30
October 9 - Wednesday
AM
Senior Boys Basketball Practice 7:45-9:00am
Girls Soccer Practice 7:45-9:00am
PM
Junior Boys Basketball Practice 4:00-5:00pm
Boys Soccer Game @ MPS 4:00-6:00
Senior Girls Basketball Game @ Woodman School 4:30-6:30
October 10 – Thursday
AM
Senior Girls Basketball Practice 7:45-9:00am
Chess Club @ lunch in Room 113
Cross Country Pizza Party 12:10-12:45
PM
Junior Girls Basketball Practice 4:00-5:00pm
Girls Soccer Game @ MPS 4:00-6:00
Senior Boys Basketball Game @ Woodman School 4:30-6:30
October 11 – Friday
AM
Jazz Band Practice 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.
Thank you and have a warm and restful weekend,
Angela Takla
Principal, Mountain Park School