The Monsters and Heroes Art Show | May 8

The Monsters and Heroes Art Show returns for its third year on May 8th at The New Gallery (208 Centre St S, Calgary, AB T2G 2B6), showcasing a collaboration between students across Calgary. This exhibition brings together approximately 400 students from 12 CBE schools, along with participant artists from the Alberta University of the Arts, along with practicing artists and professors to create a multi-stage artistic journey that highlights creativity, imagination, and growth.

Beginning with Grade 4 students who design original “Monsters” and “Heroes,” the artwork evolves through Jr. High and High School classrooms before being transformed by university artists into final pieces. Families are warmly invited to attend the opening night from 6–9 PM and experience this powerful celebration of student voice, collaboration, and artistic development.

Grade 8 Badminton Tournament | May 11

The Grade 8 Badminton Tournament is happening on Monday, May 11 from 4:30-8 pm at Synergy Indoor Sports Centre (5440 72 Ave SE, Unit #175).

Students should arrive at 4:00 pm to allow time for warm-ups and preparation before play begins. Please remember to wear proper indoor athletic footwear (non-marking soles are required).

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. 

Club Restart

Sip & Stitch Club is restarting! It will take place Mondays at lunch in Student Services.

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. 

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).

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 Fundraiser

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 | May Date Change

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 - NEW DATE: Next Meeting has been moved to Tuesday, May 26. 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.
  • 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 11 – Monday 

  • Grade 7 Badminton Practice @ 8:00-9:00 am 
  • Grade 8 Badminton Tournament @ Synergy Sports Centre
  • Sip & Stitch Club starts up again - lunch time in Student Services

May 12 – Tuesday

  • Zoo Field trip - Grade 7
  • 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 Tournament @ Synergy Sports Centre 

May 13 – Wednesday 

May 14 – Thursday 

  • Grade 7 Badminton Practice @ 4:00-5:00 pm 
  • School Dance @ 5:00-8:00 pm

May 15 – Friday 

  • Non Instructional Day - N0 SCHOOL

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  

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