SABES QUE Mar 13, 2026

Nosotros tuvimos/We had an amazing two weeks of the gymnastics unit!  Students learned new and fun skills in a safe, caring environment. A huge thank you to our P.E. committee and all teachers for creating the plans and setting up all the mats and materials daily for this great experience.

Natacion/Swimming is coming in April!  We need volunteers, particularly males, to support our students in grades 1 to 6.  A huge thank you to our School Society for providing $8,000 toward the total City of Calgary Swimming fee.

Los estudiantes/Students went through the Talent Show auditions.  Some students made the show while others did not.  We share the disappointment of those who did not.  It is an experience, but we let them know they did well, but we do require a variety of acts.  They also know they can share their talents in front of their classmates during music class if they choose to.

Conferencias/Parent-Teacher conferences are next week.  We hope you had a chance to book your 15-minute conference.  As report cards were sent a few weeks ago, our aim to share how we can further support your children and see how we can collaborate to increase student success.

With gratitude,

Ray Suarez

 

IMPORTANT DATES

NEXT WEEK

Tuesday, Mar 17 – Wear Green

Wednesday, Mar 18 – Healthy Hunger Golden Bell

Thursday, Mar 19 – No kindergarten classes

Thursday, Mar 19 – Parent/Teacher Conferences 5-8pm

Friday, Mar 20 – PD Day, no school

Friday, Mar 20 - Parent/Teacher Conferences

MONTH AHEAD

Mar 23 – 27 – Spring Break, no school

Mar 30 – First day back after Spring Break

Mar 31 – Grade 6 Vaccinations

Apr 1 – Healthy Hunger Tim Hortons

Apr 2 – Talent Show

Apr 3 – Good Friday, no school

Apr 6 – 10 – Swimming

Apr 8 – Healthy Hunger Saucy Co.

 

SCHOOL UPDATES

WEAR VERDE/GREEN AND JOIN THE FUN!

On Tuesday March 17th to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, students and staff are invited to come to school wearing their favourite green clothing or accessories. Let’s see how many shades of green we can bring together!

Of course, if you don't have anything green you can always wear your school spirit wear 🙂

The Social and Events Committee 

St. Patricks Day, Hat, Shamrocks, Spirit Day, Wear Green


SCHOOL COUNCIL & SOCIETY UPDATES

SPRING PLANT FUNDRAISER

Glenmeadows school society is partnering again with Growing Smiles Fundraising, we have some beautiful spring plant options. From Herbs to hanging floral baskets. Ordering is super easy, click on link here, pick what you want, add to cart, and place your order.

Important Details:


  • Plant orders: Order now, until  April 17 at 11:59 PM
  • Plant delivery/pick up: Plant orders will be delivered on May 4th, and you will be able to pick up between 3:45-5:30 PM at the school, on the 4th & 5th
  • Pickup is just before Mothers day, so make sure you include a gift for the fantastic Mothers in your life!

 

SPRING BREAK STEM CHALLENGE

Grow your STEM knowledge and skills over Spring Break - March 22nd - March 29th!

Complete the challenge & submit your entry by Wednesday, April 8th. All participants will be entered into a draw to WIN a prize!

To enter (Kindergarten through to Grade 6 students)

  • Pick a STEM activity with help and get permission from your parents (see examples below).
  • Complete your activity over spring break & take a photo or short video of your activity (max. 30 seconds, size under 1 GB).
  • Entries will be compiled into a "Glenmeadows Spring Break STEM Challenge" video witch will be shared on the Glenmeadows YouTube Channel.
  • No personal information (names/faces) needs to be included in the videos or photos. The audio will be dubbed over with music for the creation of the YouTube video (so you do not need to include any verbal description of your activity during your video).

Submission link will be shared via Sabes Que next week. All entries must be uploaded by April 8th.

Sample activities (choose from examples like these, or come up with your own!)

  • Research: learn about topics (how to grow food during a flood, how to build structures that can withstand an earthquake, creating solar energy, etc.), and try to do a similar mini-experiment.
  • Build a model of a famous structure (like the Eiffel Tower or Great Wall of China) using only recycled materials or lego.
  • Read a science book (you can take a photo of the book you read)
  • Do an experiment & learn about the science behind it, for example: growing coloured crystals, sprouting seeds in different conditions, make a baking soda volcano, egg drop challenge, etc.
  • Make a functioning musical instrument or build a terrarium.

Most importantly - HAVE FUN!!

Stem Challenge


 

🍎☕ APPRECIATION POTLUCK FOR THE TEACHERS🍪🥗

On Thursday, March 19th, parents have the opportunity to show how grateful we are for our teachers by providing a meal during parent teacher interviews. 

Please sign up through this link, tell your friends and let’s show our teachers how much we value their commitment to our kiddos!

 

SKIP THE DEPOT

Save those empty cans and contribute them to the school instead! Create an account online or look up Escuela Glenmeadows School Society

 

LOST BUT FOUND!

Did you know your online label purchase can support the school? Select Glenmeadows School (Calgary) when checking out.

https://mabelslabels.ca/en-CA/category/school-labels