June 13 BUZZ
Happy Friday!
We hope all our Glen Allan fathers and father-figures have a wonderful Father's Day!
June seems to be flying by, we only have one more full week of school left!
Next Friday, in recognition of National Indigenous Peoples Day, we are having Lunch on the Land. We invite all families to come to the school to eat lunch with their children outside on the school grounds. Should the weather not cooperate, we will move the picnic indoors. While you are visiting the school, please have a look through our lost and found tables as there are a lot of unclaimed items.
Have an amazing weekend!
Action
Information
- Lost and Found
- Strathcona County Family Resource Network Summer Program Schedule
- 2025-26 Bell Schedule
Opportunity
FIRST NATIONS, MÉTIS, AND INUIT INFORMATION
WEEK AT A GLANCE
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- June 23 - Grade 6 Farewell - 1 p.m.
- June 23 - Grade 2 to Elk Island
- June 25 - Last day of classes
- June 25 - Report Cards published
- June 26 - New Playground Construction Begins
- June 26 - Operational Day (schools closed to students)
- August 27 - Meet the Staff 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
- August 28 - First Day of School!
- August 28 - Staggered entry for Kindergarten
- September 1 - Staggered entry for Kindergarten
- September 3 - Early Dismissal 2:12 p.m.
FIRST NATIONS, MÉTIS, AND INUIT INFORMATION
For generations, many Indigenous groups and communities have celebrated their culture and heritage on June 21 or around that time of year because of the significance of the summer solstice as the longest day of the year.
National Aboriginal Day, now National Indigenous Peoples Day, was announced in 1996 by then Governor General of Canada, Roméo LeBlanc, through the Proclamation Declaring June 21 of Each Year as National Aboriginal Day. This was the result of consultations and statements of support for such a day made by various Indigenous groups:
- in 1982, the National Indian Brotherhood, now the Assembly of First Nations, called for the creation of National Aboriginal Solidarity Day
- in 1995, the Sacred Assembly, a national conference of Indigenous and non-Indigenous people chaired by Elijah Harper, called for a national holiday to celebrate the contributions of Indigenous Peoples
- also in 1995, the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples recommended the designation of a National First Peoples Day
Source: https://www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/eng/1100100013718/1708446948967
ACTION
Library Books Due
Monday June 16 is the deadline to return all library books back to school. If your child has a lost or damaged book the school will reach out to you to notify you; a fee will then be added to your Parent Portal account.
INFORMATION
Lost and Found
All lost and found items are now on display near the front office. Teachers will be bringing students to look over the items and collect lost things several times before the year ends. We invite families to drop by and take a look through the items as well. You are welcome to pop into the building at any time - there are a lot of items!
At the end of the school year, we will bag up all of the items in good condition for donation. Come and find your things before the last day as they will be gone the following day!
Strathcona County Family Resource Network Summer Program Schedule
Please click here for the Strathcona County Family Resource Network Summer Program Schedule. There are many FREE programs and services for Strathcona County families!
2025-26 Bell Schedule
Our bell schedule will be changing slightly for the 2025-26 school year to accomodate early dismissal Wednesdays. Click here and you will be directed to our school website to see the new schedule.
OPPORTUNITY
Caregiver Education Series
Recovery Alberta is hosting a series of virtual caregiver information sessions focused on ways to support students’ mental health. The sessions are free and geared toward parents, caregivers, teachers and community members who want to learn more about challenges impacting children and adolescents. Session topics include anxiety, ADHD, depression, self-harm, technology, teens and teaching leadership skills, communication, resiliency and more. Learn more
Challenge and Chill - A Special Opportunity Attention Parents and Caregivers: Are you looking to support your children with engaging activities that boost their problem-solving skills and confidence through fun games and activities? Don't wait until it's too late! We're offering a free, experiential program designed to address the topics on your children's minds, such as:
· Enhancing problem-solving skills
· Building confidence through fun games
· Developing social connections
· Enjoying snacks and challenges Book your session today by completing the booking form.
Limited spaces are available!
Challenge and Chill - For Youth in Grades 5 and 6 Date: Friday, July 4, 2025 Time: 1:30 – 3:30 PM Location: Ardrossan Recreation Complex, Birch Room Event Type: Health and wellness Category: County sponsored event Audience: Youth Cost: Free Contact: For more information, email FamilyResourceNetwork@strathcona.ca
Art to Heart - Unleash Creativity Attention Parents and Caregivers: Help your children dive into a world of art, meet new friends, and enjoy exploring different experiences. No artistic skills needed, just bring a friend and your imagination! This program provides essential tools for creative expression and building social connections.
Art to Heart - For Youth in Grades 5 and 6 Date: Thursday, August 14, 2025 Time: 1:30 – 3:30 PM
Location: Ardrossan Recreation Complex, Birch Room Event Type: Health and wellness Category: County sponsored event Audience: Youth Cost: Free Contact: For more information, email FamilyResourceNetwork@strathcona.ca
Glen Allan Spirit Wear
Looking for T-shirts, hoodies, jackets? Here is the link to shop for Glen Allan Spirit Wear!
Regulation Strategy - The Ride
Here at Glen Allan we are aimed at enhancing capacity to nurture emotional resilience and well-being among students. We are actively involved in collaborating with our staff to introduce effective regulation strategies and deepen understandings of brain development. We continue to work on integrating these strategies into everyday classroom practices. This weeks strategy is The Ride.
As we stand with our feet apart, we raise our arms like goalposts on a football field, and very slowly, we move from side to side. With every breath, we move a little faster and we can even try and close our eyes feeling the movement, rhythm, and the air around us! This energizes
the nervous system!