MPS Weekly Update | February 6, 2026 

 

Grade 9 High School Information Night at MPS | Feb 9    

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.  

Grade 9 | Digital Pathways High School Opportunity | Open House Feb 10 

Sir Winston Churchill is now accepting applications for students living outside their designated attendance area for the Digital Pathways program. Please see this flyer for more information.  

Grade 6 Outdoor School @ Kamp Kiwanis | Forms due Monday, Feb 9 

A reminder that the Expression of Interest forms along with a $100 deposit is due Feb 9. Forms are available in the front office for this incredible opportunity.  

📸 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 ($42) through PowerSchool under the Optional Fees section.

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. 

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 

Report Cards  

Families will be able to view, download, and print online report cards starting on February 24 through MyCBE. 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 teacher, assignments and grades, and attendance information. For the best access to information, log in through the MyCBE portal instead of using the PowerSchool App.     

Prospect Volleyball Club 

Grade 6's - Interested in improving your volleyball skills? Join Mr. Stickel, Ms. Miles, Leadership students and others every Wednesday at 8am in the Gym!  Be changed and ready to play!  We hope to see you there. 🙂 

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 (note date change), Mar 11, April 8, and May 13. Dates can also be located in our online MPS Calendar on our website.   

Please send any inquiries for School Council directly to the following address: mpsschoolcouncil312@gmail.com  

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 

February 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  

February 9 – Monday 

  • Jr. Girls Volleyball Practice @ 7:45-9:00am 
  • Sr. Boys Volleyball Practice @ 4:00-5:00pm 
  • School Play Rehearsal @ 4:00-5:30pm  
  • Grade 9 Parent High School Information Night @ 5:00 – 6:00 

February 10 – Tuesday 

  • Sr. Boys Volleyball Practice @ 7:45-9:00am 
  • Jazz Band Rehearsal @ 12:00pm 
  • School Play Rehearsal @ 4:00-5:30pm 
  • Dungeons and Dragons @4:00-5:00pm  
  • Sr. Girls Volleyball Practice @ 4:00-5:00pm 
  • Jr. Boys Volleyball Game @ Lakeshore School | 4:30-7:30pm 
  • Jr. Girls Volleyball Game @ Dr. George Stanley School | 4:30-7:30pm 

February 11 – Wednesday 

  • Jr. Boys Volleyball Practice 7:45-9:00am 
  • Grade 6 Volleyball Club @ 8:00-9:00am 
  • Jr. Girls Volleyball Practice @ 4:00-5:00pm 
  • School Play Rehearsal @ 4:00-5:30pm  

February 12 – Thursday  

  • Teacher Convention 
  • NO SCHOOL 

February 13 – Friday 

  • Teacher Convention 
  • 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