Dear Grant MacEwan Families 

We had a great first week of school! It was nice to see so many happy returning students and to meet some new students and families. Teachers are focused on getting to know students and building routines and relationships in the classroom. 

This Week at Grant MacEwan 

Upcoming Important Dates 

September 18 Meet the Teacher 5-7:00 

Staffing Update 

With the completion of the new modulars we have welcomed more students to Grant MacEwan which as required us to hire additional teachers and staff. I would like to welcome Ms. Stoynich to our Kindergarten team.  To our grade 1 team, I would like to welcome Ms. Amlani and Ms. Balckman-Christensen. In Grade 2, I would like to welcome Ms. Schaab. I would also like to welcome Mr. Davis to our Grade 4 team.  

Ms. Klein is currently on leave. Reihan Karimudden will be filling in while she is away. If you need to connect with her please contact her by email rekarimuddin@cbe.ab.ca 

Request | Annual Forms  

The following annual forms are to be completed in SchoolEngage (MyCBE)  

• Demographic Verification Form 
• Annual Authorization Form 
• Citizenship Information Update Form 
• Volunteer Registration Form  
• Please complete forms at your earliest convenience!  

Request| Traffic Safety and Punctuality   

• As students return to school, please remember the importance of being on time and being safe around the school. We expect all families to respect and follow the traffic safety laws.   

Traffic Safety   

• Students should use crosswalks and ensure drivers are stopped prior to crossing the road 
• There is no parking in front of the school. This space is needed for our busses so that students can be loaded and unloaded safely. If you wish to wait in the school grounds with your child prior to school starting, please do not park in front of the school. We appreciate your cooperation to help ensure student safety. 
• Do not use the staff parking lots for drop-off or pick-up. This helps keep students safe and ensures our staff have a spot to park.    
• Walk with your child on the sidewalks and not through the parking lots. 
• When driving through a school zone, remember:    
• Children do not perceive traffic like adults do – extra caution is needed. 
• The maximum permitted speed is 30 km/hr from 7:30 a.m. until 9 p.m. 
• Passing is not allowed within a school zone during the hours that the zone is in effect.  

School Starts at 9 am. Doors open at 9:00 am and close at 9:05 am. If your child arrives to school after 9:05, they will need to go through the front door and check in at the office.  

Sincerely,

Grant McPhail
Principal