May 16 BUZZ

Happy Friday!

We hope everyone has a wonderful long weekend. 

We have lots going on next week; everyone is welcome to join our School Council meeting this Thursday, as it is our annual general meeting.

We are looking for volunteers for our Sports Day the morning of June 6. Any parents/guardians/caregivers that would like to come please call our school office at 780-467-5519 and talk to Mrs. Camp!

It's a great week for a great week!

Action

• Write On Stationary

Opportunity

• School Council Annual General Meeting
• Caregiver Education Series
• Glen Allan Spirit Wear
• Regulation Strategy - Tree Pose

Photo Gallery

WEEK AT A GLANCE 

• May 26-30 - Alberta Rural Health Week
• May 28 - Red Shirt Day
• May 28 - ELA Part A Provincial Achievement Test Grade 6
• June 3 - Silly Hair Day 
• June 6 - Sport Day a.m. 
• June 12 - ELA Part B Provincial Achievement Test Grade 6
• June 13 - Math Part A Provincial Achievement Test Grade 6
• June 16 - All library books due back
• June 17 - Math Part B Provincial Achievement Test Grade 6
• June 18 - Social Studies Provincial Achievement Test Grade 6
• June 26 - New Playground Construction Begins

ACTION

Write On Stationary

If you would like to purchase next school year's school supplies through Write On Stationary, please follow the instructions below to order. Orders placed before June 1 will be delivered to the school the third week in June, so you have them for the summer.

https://www.write-on.ca/shop/

FOR ONLINE ORDERS:

• Go to www.write-on.ca

• Click on “PARENTS – Order Here”

• School Name: Glen Allan School – SHERWOOD PARK

• Choose your grade and place your order.

• Complete your order by clicking ‘PLACE ORDER’

• You will receive an automatic email confirmation to confirm your order has been received

• We accept VISA, MC, AMEX, Visa/MC Debit.

OPPORTUNITY

School Council Annual General Meeting

Get involved: Take part in school council or join the fundraising association!

From supporting school initiatives to helping plan events and providing valuable input on key decisions, council is a great way for parents to stay connected and make a real impact.

Why participate?
✔️ Stay informed about what’s happening at school
✔️ Have a voice in decisions that affect your child’s education
✔️ Build connections with other parents, staff and the wider school community
✔️ Contribute your skills and ideas to enrich school life
✔️ Be a role model of community involvement for your child

We’re always looking for enthusiastic parents to join us! Whether you have a little time or a lot, your voice matters. It’s a rewarding way to support your child’s education and build a stronger school community.

All school parents are members of school council, but we need parents in elected positions to make things happen!

Positions currently open:

·         Fundraising association chair

·         Fundraising association vice chair

·         Director, gaming  

Interested? Join us on Thursday May 22 at 6:30 in the school library. Light refreshments will be provided. If you have questions, please contact yourgasc@gmail.com to learn more. We hope to see you soon—and even better, help us fill these important positions! 

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 - Tree Pose

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 Tree Pose.

With one foot firmly planted on the ground, slowly take your opposite leg and move it up the side of our planted leg and foot, taking deep breaths as you balance. Then lift your arms slowly waving them back and forth in a V shape above your head as the wind blows through your branches. Changing positions, move your tree as a tornado passes through. Changing your tree as a gentle rainstorm passes through. What other movements and changes can you create with the weather? 

First Nations, Metis and Inuit

• This week our self-identified students made key chains by learning how to bead. 
• The May First Nations, Metis and Inuit newsletter is now available. 
• Elk Island Public Schools is also excited to be hosting a very profound and powerful exhibit from the Canadian Museum for Human Rights called the Witness Blanket created by master carver Carey Newman. This art installation was created to recognize the atrocities of the residential school era, honour the children and symbolize ongoing reconciliation. 
  • This exhibit will be housed at the Fort Heritage Precinct from May 22nd to June 26th. The exhibit will be open to the public on Saturday’s at a first come first serve basis.
  • Fort Heritage Precinct - Courthouse, 10006 100 Avenue, Fort Saskatchewan AB T8L 0J3

Photo Gallery

May 8 Track Highlights