MPS Weekly Update | Jan 23, 2026
We wrapped up the week with a joyful, student-led school-wide assembly that brought our learning community together to celebrate Semester 1 across curricular areas, the arts, and CTF. Our Grade 8/9 band performed for their peers, following an outstanding Grade 7–9 and Jazz Band Winter Concert the night before. With over 300 audience members and standing room only, the concert was a huge success, featuring terrific ensemble and solo performances from our talented students.
The assembly today started with students sharing their personal Land Acknowledgement and focused on the theme of courage and confidence, reminding us that confidence grows when we find the courage to try new things, make new friends, ask for help, and persevere through challenges. We were also thrilled to use our new gym AV system for the first time, made possible through the generosity of our wonderful School Council.
We’re looking forward to another exciting week ahead with several upcoming field trips and events.
Family Literacy Week Resources
Family Literacy Week will take place from Monday, Jan. 26 to Sunday, Feb. 2. Please take a look at the resources and activities available that may be of interest to your family to engage in meaningful literacy together.
Grade 9 High School Information
On Monday, January 26th, grade 9 MPS students will be visiting Lord Beaverbrook High School. Forms for this trip went home on Friday, January 9th. This will provide students with an opportunity to view the facility and attend presentations regarding the various programs in the school. It will allow our students to see and have hands-on experience to aid them in their choices for high school registration.
In addition to the student tours, there will also be an open house at Lord Beaverbrook High School for Grade 9 parents and families on Thursday, January 29th. Please see the invitation for more details.
Calgary Transit Contact Information
If families have questions or concerns about Calgary Transit, please contact them at 403‑262‑1000. This ensures your inquiry is logged and directed to the correct team.
If you call any other number, you will be redirected to this line.
Link: CBE Transportation | Calgary Transit Information
Grade 6 Parent Information Session | Kamp Kiwanis | Monday, Jan 26
We have had the opportunity to speak to all grade 6 students about this exciting offering. Parents and guardians 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.
Grade 9 Sports Performance
The third and final field trip is the afternoon of Tuesday January 27. Forms are due Friday January 23. They have been sent home, and extra copies are available on D2L. Parent volunteers are needed to ensure this trip can proceed. Please email cjfeenstra@cbe.ab.ca if available.
As the semester draws to a close, a reminder to pay course fees online as this covers the cost of field trips and materials for the course.
📸 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.
Healthy Hunger Volunteers
We need parent volunteers for sorting healthy hunger lunches. It would be from 11:30-12:00 approximately one Wednesday a month and one Monday every other month. You will need to have volunteer clearance which can be checked at the office. Volunteers are key in maintaining Healthy Hunger as a viable fundraising opportunity that benefits MPS a great deal. Please contact the front office if you would be interested in supporting this ongoing fundraiser.
Grade 9 High School Information Night at MPS
On Monday, February 9th, from 5-6pm, there will be a presentation for Grade 9 parents in our MPS learning commons regarding transitions to high school. There will be a short presentation and overview of the process. Grade 9 Core subject teachers will be available to connect with you regarding the process and recommendations.
Youth Link Grade 6
Grade 6 Students have an amazing opportunity to attend a Digital Awareness and Cyber Safety field trip at the Police Interpretive Center. We will need parent volunteers to make this trip a success. Please reach out to the teacher beside the date that your child will be attending to volunteer.
March 3, 2026 - 6-1 with Ms. McInnes
March 4, 2026 - 6-2 with Mrs. Wasylciw
March 5, 2026 - 6-3 with Mrs. Wasylciw
March 16, 2026 - 6-4 with Mr. Lyons
March 17, 2026 - 6-5 with Ms. McInnes
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 starting at 6:30 pm – mark your calendars! Click here for more details.
Report Cards
Families will be able to view, download, and print online report cards starting on February 24th through their MyCBE PowerSchool accounts. Report cards will be visible in PowerSchool through May 29th, 2026. After this date, semester one report cards will no longer be available for viewing, downloading or printing.
Parents and Guardians can sign in to MyCBE to view student information, including report cards, comments from your child’s teachers, assignments and grades, and attendance information. For the best access to information, log in through the MyCBE portal instead of using the PowerSchool App.
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 19 (New Date), Mar 11, April 8, and May 13. MPS School Council is still looking for a couple of important volunteer positions:
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 | Help Available
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.
Band
January Newsletter: Link
Forms have been sent home for Band camps. Please return as soon as possible.
Jazz Band will be on Tuesdays at lunch and Fridays at 8:00 am. Everyone 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!
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!
Upcoming Activities
January 26 – Monday
- Outdoor School Parent Meeting @ 5:00 in the learning commons
- Jr. Girls Volleyball Practice @ 7:45-9:00am
- Grade 9 Tours to Beaverbrook
- Sr. Boys Volleyball Practice @ 4:00-5:00pm
- School Play Rehearsal @ 4:00-5:30pm
January 27 – Tuesday
- Grade 6 Rothney Observatory Field Trip
- Sports Performance field trip – Fitset Ninja
- Sr. Boys Volleyball Practice @ 7:45-9:00am
- Jazz Band Rehearsal @ 12:00pm
- School Play Rehearsal @ 4:00-5:30pm
- Sr. Girls Volleyball Practice @ 4:00-5:00
- Jr. Boys Volleyball Game @ Lakeshore School | 4:30-7:30pm
- Jr. Girls Volleyball Game @ Dr. George Stanley School | 4:30-7:30pm
January 28 – Wednesday
- Grade 6 Rothney Observatory field trip
- Grade 7 Field trip to Military Museum
- *Semester 2 begins for grades 7-9 & Term 3 for grade 6*
- Jr. Boys Volleyball Practice 7:45-9:00am
- Grade 6 Volleyball Club @ 8:00-9:00am
- Jr. Girls Volleyball Practice @ 4:00-5:00 pm
- School Play Rehearsal @ 4:00-5:30pm
January 29 – Thursday
- Grade 7 Military Museum field trip
- Junior Boys Volleyball Practice @ 7:45-9:00am
- School Play Rehearsal @ 4:00-5:30pm
- Senior Girls @ Mountain Park School @ 4:30
- Senior Boys @ Mountain Park School @ 5:40
- Guest Speaker Connie Jakab – School Council @ 6:00-8:00pm
January 30 – Friday
- Professional Development Day – No 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