Principal Message

Throughout the month of February, students will be engaged in learning activities focused on the themes of kindness and acceptance connected to Valentine’s Day on February 14 and Pink Shirt Day on February 28 as part of our ongoing work supporting student well-being at Grant MacEwan School. Please read SchoolMessenger messages from your teacher to stay updated.

Valentine’s Day February 14

On February 14, each class will be engaging students in fun learning activities within the themes of kindness and acceptance. As is our policy to keep all students safe, please do not send any treats for the class with your child to school. Valentines cards are optional – if you choose to send Valentines cards please make sure all students in the class are included.

School Council Update

Next School Council Meeting is this Thursday February 8, 2024 at 6:00-7:30 at the school.

Agenda

  1. Active Parent Engagement – Seeking feedback to support school planning for next year
  2. We will discuss Open Minds School – including Stampede School and Science School for our grade 4’s and upcoming field trip opportunities for other students.
  3. Playground Update
  4. Purchasing resources for the school through our Fundraising Casino Account
  5. Fundraiser – Skip the Depot Update

Fundraiser

Grant MacEwan Parent Association is partnering with Skip the Depot to establish a year round recycling fundraiser for our school.

To donate to Grant MacEwan School:

Download the app then click on Grant MacEwan

or use this link https://app.skipthedepot.com/6533023a29be047ef6a4782a

New Website Coming Soon

Our school website is currently under construction. The new website should be up and running by February 20, 2024.

Upcoming Important Dates

February 8 – School Council Meeting 6:00-7:30

February 14 – Valentines Day

February 15, 16 – Teacher Convention – No School for students

February 19 – Family Day – No School for Students

February 28 – Pink Shirt Day – Wear Pink

Sincerely,

Grant McPhail
Principal, Grant MacEwan School