Hello Families!
Winter has arrived and this is a good time to remind students that they will be going outdoors daily. Please ensure they have proper footwear, jackets, and any other cold-weather gear they may need. Students should be prepared to be outside during lunch and at various times throughout the day.
Inform| PAT Individual Student Profiles
In May and June of last year, Grade 6 students throughout the province wrote Provincial Achievement Tests in language arts, mathematics, and social studies. Results from these tests provide Alberta Education, school administrators, teachers, parents/guardians, students and the public with information about what students know and can do in relation to provincial standards at the end of Grade 6.
Individual Student Profiles (ISPs) are now available and will be coming home on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, via paper copy. Parents can also access results directly using myPass. A record of the ISP will be retained electronically in the student record. This profile is prepared by Alberta Education after the marking and scoring of tests has been completed, and the final scores are calculated; it will present your child’s performance on each test in relation to provincial standards.
Inform| School Production News
Thank you to everyone who came out to audition. It was an incredibly competitive field, and Ms. Roberts and Ms. Schreiber really appreciated everyone who came out and shared their performances with us.
The cast list will be posted early next week (likely on Tuesday). The first rehearsal will be Thursday, Dec. 11th until 4:15PM for students who are successful in being cast and students who have spoken to Ms. Roberts about the stage management team.
Inform| Athletics
It was a short but exciting basketball season at Simon Fraser School. We will wrap up the season with student vs. teachers’ basketball games next wish (wish us luck). Our athletes demonstrated excellent sportsmanship, dedication, and perseverance.
Our wrestling divisional meet takes place on Tuesday, December 8, 2025. Good luck to all athletes!
Volleyball season starts after Winter Break. See below for tryout information:
- All grade 6, 7, 8 and 9 students are welcome to try out for a team.
- Try-outs will be held in the main gym.
- Athletes must show up on time, in appropriate athletic clothing and ready to play.
- Students should communicate with coaches if they are unable to attend a tryout but are still interested in being a part of the team.
- Students should be picked up immediately following the end of the try-out.
- Following the 3rd Try-Out, a list will be posted with the members who make up the team.
Try Out Schedule and Coaches
- Jr Boys Volleyball (Komori & Gordon)
- Tuesday Jan. 6th (2:45-4:00pm)
- Wednesday Jan. 7th (7:00-7:45am)
- Thursday Jan. 8th (4:00-5:15pm)
- Jr Girls Volleyball (Marshall & Cabalteja)
- Tuesday Jan. 6th (7:00-7:45am)
- Wednesday Jan. 7th (4:00-5:15pm)
- Thursday Jan. 8th (2:45-4:00pm)
- Sr Boys Volleyball (Clark & Murray)
- Monday Jan. 5th (2:45-4:00pm)
- Tuesday Jan. 6th (4:00-5:15pm)
- Monday Jan. 12th (7:00-7:45am)
- Sr Girls Volleyball (Craig & Heshmati)
- Monday Jan. 5th (4:00-5:15pm)
- Wednesday Jan. 7th (2:45-4:00pm)
- Thursday Jan. 8th (7:00-7:45am)
Inform| Leadership Initiatives
Food Bank donations will be picked up on Friday, December 12th - It's not too late to donate. Please bring non-perishable food items and toiletries to the office. Thank you for your support.
Christmas Candy Bags on sale December 16, 17 and 18 at lunchtime in the front foyer (proceeds to help cover the school dance)
- Spirit Week December 15-19
- Monday - Red and White Day
- Tuesday - Fun Winter Hat Day
- Wednesday - Ugly Christmas Sweater Day
- Thursday - Winter PJ Day
- Friday - Buddy Day (dress like your favourite Elf!)
Friday, December 19, 2025, is Winter Activity Day. Students will play Jingo Bingo and Name that Tune in their homerooms, then watch the Talent Show followed by a school dance. The Snack Shack will be open for Christmas cookies and other snacks.
Remind| Parental Notification and Opt-in Consent for Human Sexuality
In accordance with Section 58.11 of the Education Act, Alberta schools must now obtain written consent of parents prior to providing instructions or materials that deal primarily and explicitly with human sexuality, gender identity or sexual orientation. Students are unable to participate in this portion of the curriculum unless consent is granted. Please view, sign, and return consent forms by December 19, 2025. Information/forms for each grade can be found at the links below.
Remind| Education Matters
Did you know that Education Matters can accept donations that go directly to our school at any time? If you would like to learn more, please visit: https://www.educationmatters.ca/
This year, in lieu of donating to our tradition of holiday hampers, please consider donating to our school through Education Matters. The funds will be used to purchase grocery gift cards to be distributed to families in need throughout the school year. Our school-specific donation page can be found here. Any donations $25 or more are tax deductible. Please mark the donation with “Gift Cards” in the Comments section. Thank you in advance for supporting our community.
Dates To Be Aware Of
- December 6: The National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
- December 8: Well-Being Symposium
- December 9: Wrestling Divisional
- December 8: Bodhi Day
- December 10: Human Rights Day
- December 14 to 22: Hanukkah
- December 17: SUBWAY Fun Lunch (Orders due by Dec 12)
- December 19: Last Day of Classes Prior to Winter Break
- December 21: Winter Solstice
- December 21: Yule
- December 25: Christmas
- December 26 to January 1: Kwanza