Oki, Tunsai, Danit'ada, Taanishi, Bonjour, and Hello Hidden Valley Families,
UPCOMING DATES TO REMEMBER:
- Friday, November 22 – AM Kindergarten Attends
- Friday November 22 – Alien in line starts
- Monday, November 25 – Photo Retake Day
- Thursday, November 28 - No Kindergarten
- Friday, November 29 – Non-instruction Day - no school for students
- Friday, December 6 – PM Kindergarten Attends
- Friday, December 13 – AM Kindergarten Attends
- Friday, December 20 – PM Kindergarten Attends and Last Day of School for 2024
- Monday December 23 – January 5 – Winter Break
Veteran’s Food Bank – Donation Drive
Hidden Valley School is collecting food donations for the Veterans Food Bank. Donations of non-perishable food items can be donated until the end of the month. https://www.theveteransfoodbankofcalgary.ca/
Test Alert Across Alberta
On Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at 1:55 p.m., the National Public Alerting System will send a test alert across Alberta to all broadcast platforms. During the test, an alert will sound, followed by a text message letting cellphone users know the sound is part of a test and there is no need for concern.
The Government of Alberta has created the “Be Prepared Program” for parents/guardians. Watch this one-minute video and visit alberta.ca/communityprep for resources on how to be better prepared for emergencies and disasters.
Inline Skating – Hidden Valley Physical Education by Alien In-line
From **November 22 to December 19**, our students will have the amazing opportunity to participate in the Alien In-line Rollerblading Program! This fun and engaging activity promotes physical fitness, balance, and teamwork as students develop their skills on wheels.
Kindergarten students will have 3 x one hour sessions and Grades 1 to 4 will have 4 x one hour sessions.
Important Notes:
- Students are encouraged to bring their own CSA-approved helmet for safety.
- Teachers will be organizing their own volunteers and will communicate which dates they need support shortly.
- The forms were sent home with your child today, please fill and return them to your child’s teacher ASAP.
Weather Reminders for CBE Families
Be Prepared for the Changing Weather Conditions - Calgary’s weather can include snow, cold temperatures and windchill and that make getting to and from school challenging. Families are reminded to prepare and take extra caution during the winter months and periods of extreme weather.
CBE Schools Rarely Close Due to Snow or Cold Temperatures - All CBE schools will remain open to provide a safe, warm and secure environment for students. Even with adverse weather conditions, assume that schools are open unless you hear otherwise from your school. Information regarding any school closures due to weather will be posted on the CBE websites and social media, and shared with local news media.
Families should ensure they are prepared for all weather conditions.
- Children should be well prepared and dressed for the weather.
- Children will find it easier to walk through the ice and snow when school items and lunches are carried in a backpack.
- Children should not be left unattended at bus stops for any period of time, under any circumstances. They should have clear instructions on how long to wait for the bus and what to do if the bus does not arrive.
- Families should ensure that they have backup care arrangements if transportation is delayed. Children should have a warm place to stay before and after school (i.e. with a neighbour or a nearby relative).
- We respect parents/guardians right to make their own decisions about sending their children to school. If your child will not be attending classes please ensure you contact the school’s attendance line at 403-777-7236 ext 1 to report the absence.
Transportation Delays
With changing weather conditions, roads may also be congested and slippery resulting in possible traffic and bus delays. Unusually cold or stormy weather can result in buses being delayed. Unexpected mechanical problems with the bus may also occur more frequently at this time of year. Children should be dressed appropriately for the colder weather as buses cool off very quickly.
We know the bus driver shortage this school year has had a negative impact on many families. We anticipate the shortage will continue throughout the school year. While we are working with our transportation providers for solutions, the snow and colder weather will make getting to and from school more challenging.
CBE Transportation does not adjust routes or bus stops due to weather conditions.
There are a variety of ways transportation providers provide real time route information for families. Note | In times when they are extremely busy, all service provider staff are dedicated to driving buses and they are not always able to accommodate this service.
- Southland Transportation uses apps to post delays and messages. Learn more about how to download the app for your provider.
- 4Seasons Transportation, Dreams Transportation and taxi services will contact families directly when there are delays
- Calgary Transit service delays can be found on their website or their Twitter account (@calgarytransit).