Principal's Message
We are thrilled to extend our heartfelt congratulations to our Grade 5 and Grade 6 students for their remarkable achievement at the Calgary Youth Science Fair. The medals and awards they received are a testament to their hard work and ingenuity. As a staff and community, we could not be prouder of their accomplishments as a school community.
At Escuela Glenmeadows, we are delighted to share that we have been recognized with an award for the highest cumulative score amongst all participating elementary schools. Your and other Escuela Glenmeadows school students' successful participation in the Science Fair have contributed significantly to this achievement. We are grateful for their contributions to our school's reputation for excellence.
We extend our sincerest appreciation to their respective teacher as well as to Srta. Rivas, Grade 6 teacher, for their invaluable support/guidance in class and lunchtimes throughout the project. Their dedication and commitment to nurturing students' curiosity and creativity have undoubtedly played an important role in their success.
We would like to express our gratitude to all the families for their unwavering support and encouragement throughout this journey. Your involvement and encouragement at home have undoubtedly contributed to your child's achievements, and we are truly grateful for your partnership in their educational journey.
Brooke and Josie (Grade 6); Received a Gold medal & Pathways Alliance Award for Innovation and Sustainability
Kali (Grade 5); Received a silver medal & Grant MacEwan Nature Protection Award for Elementary
Zoey (Grade 6); Received a Gold medal & Alberta Teachers’ Association, Calgary Public Teachers’ Local 38 Awards for Elementary
Analia and Anika (Grade 6); Received a silver medal
Ryan (Grade 5); Received a Gold medal
Inform | Moving Modular Classrooms from Glenmeadows School
The Government of Alberta has approved relocating two modular units from your school to Sir Winston Churchill High School, which urgently needs additional learning spaces.
In November, a letter was sent to parents/guardians explaining that CBE had requested the relocation of these modular units in the 2024-25 Modular Classroom Program, which was submitted to the provincial government. That letter also explained the exceptional growth felt across many areas of our city. Relocating our modular units to Sir Winston Churchill High School will enable many more students in Calgary’s northwest to attend high school close to home.
Design work has already begun, and we anticipate the modulars will be removed this summer. You will continue to be updated as we receive more information.
Please contact accomodation@cbe.ab.ca if you have any questions about this announcement.
Thank you,
Calgary Board of Education
Parent Engagement Night – TONIGHT!
Tickets are $5 and can be bought at the door! Plus, $2/kid childcare is available.
Our Parent Engagement night speaker is Ryan Straschnitzki, Humboldt crash survivor. Event is being held at A.E. Cross at 6 pm.
Look forward to seeing you there!
We Need Your Help! - Volunteers Needed
Escuela Glenmeadows has an online signup page, please check it out often to see all new opportunities:
Reminder - current police clearance with the school is required to volunteer for all events.
Parent Social-Dance & Mingle | May 24
We are having a parent social May 24 host by Havanna Dance Studio who teaches our kid(s) amazing dance residency here at Glenmeadows.
Date: Friday, May 24
Location: Rio Bar - 800 6 Ave SW, Calgary (Recommend carpooling with parents or uber)
Time: Doors open at 4:30 pm, You leave when you want. Come
Activity: Havanna Dance Studio with be teaching 3 Latino style dances from 5:30 to 6:45 (Approx 1.15 hours, might be a bit more) Come shake and turn with us Glenmeadows!!
Cost: $35 for admission and 1.15-hour long dance class
Admission only: $5
Tickets for sale on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/880934226987?aff=oddtdtcreator
Let’s shake our hips and have a great time!
FundScrip Fundraiser
Thank you again, to all the families that helped with our FundScrip fundraiser. Society will be continuing to place orders for the rest of the school year with last orders placed early June. Please bring your order forms and cheque to Ana in the office and Society will take care of the rest.
Already ordered - FundScrip gift cards are at the school and will only be given to parents. Please pick up your package as soon as you can at the office.
Thank you, from Glenmeadows School Society. Please reach out to Tera Viccars, Society Chair if you would like a digital order form sent to you via email.
Glenmeadows (first ever) Mercado de Pulgas/Flea Market during Fiestaval – June 13
Glenmeadows Elementary is having our first Flea Market during our largest school event at the end of the year.
We estimate between 800 and 1000 people, approx. 65% being kids. It will be a great opportunity to showcase your business while adding an amazing piece of Latino culture to our already awesome year end event. Please reach out to Tera Viccars for an application form or have questions, at Chair@EGMSS.onmicrosoft.com
Please note: We will not be providing supplies like tables; you will need to provide any items you need. It will be outside, and no power will be provided. Cost is $10 to have a spot to sell or showcase your products or services.
We are looking forward to partying hard with you all in June!
Spirit Wear Vendor Change
Glenmeadows Society has change Spiritwear vendors for the school. A big thank you to our old vendor, which served our school for 6+ years. Starting immediately, our new Vendor is Bare Fern Apparel and the Glenmeadows store is https://barefernapparel.myshopify.com/collections/egs-school.
We are excited about this new partnership with Bare Fern Apparel and all the new ideas/products to come.
Healthy Hunger
Don’t forget to register for Healthy Hunger, save yourself making a few lunches this year and support the school society! The deadline for next week’s (Wednesday) order is Friday, April 19 at midnight.
To set up and order food for the weeks to come, first set up an account for your child(ren) through the Healthy Hunger website.