MPS Weekly Update | January 31, 2025
The cold weather is upon us and we want to take this opportunity to underscore the importance of dressing appropriately and using extra caution during the winter months getting to and from school. When the weather reaches -20 including the wind chill, MPS will have indoor lunch with activities planned in the school for the duration of the lunch period. Please visit our Cold Weather Days page for more information and the CBE Response to Winter Weather.
ZOO Field Trip | Grade 9
Grade 9's are attending a field trip to the Calgary Zoo to immerse their understanding of Biodiversity. February 4th Ms. Erin James’ classes and February 6 Mr. Logan Stickel’s classes.
Please remember to pay the field trip fees online as soon as possible.
Wolverine Smash Party Volleyball Tournament
Good luck to our Senior Boys and Girls Volleyball teams at their first volleyball tournament - the Mountain Park Smash Party on February 6th & 7th!
Grade 9 High School Registration
On Monday, January 27th, our grade 9 students had the opportunity to visit their designated high school, Lord Beaverbrook. We hope that they enjoyed their visit and had the chance to see the various facilities that are available to them next year. Students who are designated to Lord Beaverbrook have also received their high school registration forms, which were initialed with teacher recommendations. Students need to complete the form (choosing a PE and their complementary choices), and return their forms to the ELA teacher (Ms. LeBlanc or Mr. MacDonald). If you have any questions about specific recommendations, please reach out to that specific teacher. If you have any questions about the high school registration process, please contact Ms. LeBlanc (hlleblanc@cbe.ab.ca). These forms are due back by Wednesday, February 12th.
Youth Link | Field Trips in Need of Volunteers
We are still looking for Volunteer's for the Youth Link Field Trip; we are in particular need for 6-3 on March 10th.
Thanks to all those who have expressed an interest and are already volunteering their time. It is greatly appreciated.
Grade 6's are going to Youth link on March 4 (6-1), March 5 (6-2), March 6 (6-4),
March 10 (6-3), March 11 (6-5). This is a health related field trip about Cyber Safety and Security online.
If you are interested in volunteering, please reach out to Mrs. Gaunt (brgaunt@cbe.ab.ca) to see if you have your police security clearance. Thanks so much for considering volunteering your time.
MPS Learning Lounge
A reminder that in-person Learning Support Sessions continue to be available for students each morning before classes in the MPS Learning Commons as follows:
· Monday - Thursday from 8:30-9:00 am
· Front doors will be unlocked for student entry from 8:25-8:35 am only. Students must be here by 8:35 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.
School Supply Restock
Students in grade 7-9 are responsible for their own school supplies. Change of semesters is a good time for parents, please check in with your child to see if they need anything restocked (lined paper, pencils, pencil crayons etc.)
Band
February Newsletter Link
Band 7/8/9 Camp: Camp Kindle Overnight Music Retreat March 3-5: Get your instruments, sleeping bag, Winter Boots, Winter Jacket, Toque & Mitts and get ready for a musical time and lots of fun! Forms are due back by February 7th.
We need chaperones! Please email Ms. Wahl or Ms. Hurdman if you are able to.
Jazz Band is 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. Doors open at 7:45 am.
MPS Music Parents Society is looking for a Grade 6 rep and a few people to serve on a fundraising committee. Please reach out to Ms. Hurdman at mpsmpsmusic@gmail.com if you are interested.
The Music Instrument Rental Fee is on PowerSchool and can be paid.
Fundraisers
TruEarth Laundry Strips: http://tru-earth.sjv.io/MPSMPS 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!
MPS Yearbook | Deadline Approaching
Place your order before the Feb. 28th deadline! Orders are placed via Powerschool, in the 'Fees' section.
Upcoming Activities – Feb 2025
February 3 – Monday
AM
Jr. Boys Volleyball Practice @ 7:45-9:00am
PM
Sr. Girls Volleyball Practice @ 4:00-5:00pm
Annie Rehearsal @ 4:00-6:00
February 4 – Tuesday
Grade 9 – Ms. James Class Zoo Field Trip
AM
Sr. Boys Volleyball Practice @ 7:45-9:00am
PM
Jazz Band @ lunch
Dungeons and Dragons 4:00-5:00pm
Jr. Girls Volleyball Practice @ 4:00-5:00pm
Annie Rehearsal @ 4:00-6:00pm
February 5 - Wednesday
AM
Jr. Girls Volleyball Practice @ 7:45-9:00am
PM
Annie Rehearsal @ 4:00-5:20pm
Jr. Boys Volleyball Games @ Dr. Martha Cohen
Sr. Boys Volleyball Game @ McKenzie Highlands School
February 6 – Thursday
Grade 9 – Mr. Stickel Class Zoo Field Trip
AM
Sr. Girls Volleyball Practice @ 7:45-9:00am
PM
Chess Club @ lunch in Room 113
Annie Rehearsal @ 4:00-5:20pm
Jr. Girls Volleyball Game @ Dr. George Stanley
Sr. Girls and Sr. Boys Volleyball Smash Party Tournament @ Mountain Park 4:00-9:00pm
February 7 – Friday
AM
Sr. Boys Volleyball Practice 7:45-9:00am
Jazz Band @ 8:00 am
Sr. Girls and Sr. Boys Volleyball Smash Party Tournament @ Mountain Park 1:15-7:15pm
Jr. Girls and Jr. Boys Volleyball Tournament @ Samuel Shaw 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.
Take care and stay warm!
Angela Takla
Principal, Mountain Park School