I truly do not remember a time when I have seen the fall leaves look so amazing. Each day when I am driving to and from school through the river valley by Devon I marvel at how vibrant the colours of the leaves are this year and how beautiful the landscape looks with the sun shining softly upon the hillside. It reminds me of why fall is my favorite season of the year.
Other things I love about fall are seeing the combines harvesting the fields, the fresh vegetables from the garden, crisp mornings and warm afternoons, and the smells from the Thanksgiving turkey and pumpkin pie. We definitely have so much to be thankful for. (I don't enjoy seeing the geese flying back south however.)
We have managed to survive our first month of online forms. Things seems to have gone smoothly, with only a few minor glitches. Thanks to everyone for your patience and cooperation as we all become more comfortable with this process. We have set up a computer in the office so if you are experiencing difficulties at home, you can call Mrs. Austin or come into the office and use our computer.
October Kindergarten Days
3, 5, 10,12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28, & 29
October Birthdays
Joseph Cutshaw - 2nd
Eryn Rutherford - 8th
Justin Kabanuk - 22nd
Spencer Day - 25th
Garrett Armstrong - 27th
Nikolas Dudiak - 30th
Assembly
Our assembly will be held on Thursday, October 5th at 8:30 a.m. If your child will be receiving special recognition at the assembly you will be contacted by your child's teacher to let you know.
Everyone is welcome to attend the assemblies. We hope to see you there!
Fire Safety
Fire Prevention Week is Oct. 8th-14th. Although fire prevention is important year-round, Fire Prevention Week is a great time to talk to your children about what you can do to make sure your family and home are fire safe.
The theme of this year's Fire Prevention Week is "Every Second Counts: Plan 2 Ways Out!"
Mark Your Calendars
Coloniale Classic Cross Country Run ~
The 2nd Annual Coloniale Classic Cross Country Run will be held on Tuesday, October 3. This will be held at Ecole Coloniale Estates School in Beaumont. The races begin at 4:20. If your child is participating they should have already brought information home to you.
Early Dismissal ~
Early dismissal is on Wednesday, Oct. 4. Students will be dismissed at 2:30.
Thanksgiving ~
There is no school on Monday, Oct. 9th as that is Thanksgiving. Happy Thanksgiving to everyone!
Fire Safety ~
Members of the Calmar Fire Department will be at the school on Tuesday, Oct. 10th to talk with each class about Fire Safety. The students may even get an opportunity to go the the fire truck.
Picture Day ~
School photos will be taken on Thursday, October 12th.
Parent-Teacher Conferences ~
Our first parent-teacher conferences will be held on Tuesday, October 17th and Thursday, October 19 from 4:30 pm. to 7:00pm. Mrs. Austin will be sending out information about the online appointment scheduling closer to the date. Stay tuned!
Home Alone - Workshop ~
Leduc County FCSS is hosting the Home Alone Workshop. Information about the workshop is listed below.
Home Alone Workshop for children ages 9-11 and their parents.
Do you think your child is ready to start staying home alone before or after school or occasionally for short periods of time? Does your child have some experience
being home alone? No matter what your situation, this workshop will enhance your child's skill and confidence to stay home alone while giving you the knowledge about what your child needs in order to be ready. This course focuses on home alone skills and readiness, as well as emergencies, back up plans and scenario practices. Children must be a minimum of 9 years old and attend with at least one parent.
Date: Thursday, October 19
Location: Thorsby Arctic Spas Recreation Complex
Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
OR:
Date: Tuesday, October 24
Location: County Centre, Nisku
Time: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Cost: Free
Register for either 2 hour workshop, please contact Sara at 780-955-6424.
Space is limited.
If you are interested in attending, but the date and time does not fit your schedule, please call to discuss alternate dates.
Halloween Activities ~
Once again we are encouraging families to carve pumpkins and then bring them to the school on Tuesday, October 31st to be displayed. Checking out all the fabulous carvings in always a highlight.
In the afternoon, the students will be divided into cross grade groups where they will rotate through a variety of Halloween activities. The afternoon festivities will end in the gym where we will hold our annual costume parade. This will begin at 2:45. Everyone is welcome to attend and join in the parade. Please remember that weapons are not allowed at school. Thank you!
Track Meet ~
Congratulations to all of the students that participated in the LDAA Cross Country Run in Wetaskiwin. The students did a fabulous job. Most of the races had over 100 runners and most of our students came in the top half of their heat.
Special mention goes to Sophia Day who came in 4th out of 158 runners. Excellent job, Sophia!
Terry Fox Run/Walk ~
Everyone had a great time participating in our Annual Terry Fox Run on Thursday. Thank you to everyone who sent in a "Toonie for Terry". All donations go towards cancer research. Thanks also to all of the parents that came out to walk or run with us.
Spencer Day was the lucky winner of this year's Terry Fox T-shirt.
Orange Shirt Day ~
There was excellent participation in the Orange Shirt Day from the students and staff. Awesome job New Humble Centre!
All classes will be having a presentation about Farm Safety on Thursday, Nov. 2nd. 
Picture retake day will be on Tuesday, Nov. 14th. If your child will be having their picture retaken, please send in the proof package so it can be given back to the photographer. 
