Dear Cecil Swanson School families,
Welcome to Mr. Whitton’s Cecil Swanson School Weekly update! I’m looking forward to sharing a combination of upcoming school-wide events, a look back at happenings during the past week, as well as information related to teaching and learning. I hope you find it interesting and informative!
For the most up-to-date information on upcoming events, please continue to visit the Calendar on our website, and check your classroom teacher’s Weekly Update emails. I am hoping not to send you duplicate information you already are aware of!
If you have any questions, please reach out to me at any time!
Thank you,
Kevin Whitton,
Principal, Cecil Swanson School
Cecil Swanson School
Mr. Whitton’s Weekly Update September 23-27, 2024
Student Voice Club Updates
- Student Voice is happy to report that we have exceeded our $100 goal for Terry Fox! Last count was at $160 with one day to go! Great job!
- Spirit Days - Student voice has chosen two Spirit Days. Pajama Day is on Tuesday, September 24. Cultural Dress Day is on Wednesday October 9. Check the calendar and your child’s classroom Weekly Update for more info.
Friendly Reminders & Updates
- Pajama Day on Tues Sept 24: Students can wear their PJs today! Be sure you are still dressed for the weather and PE. Please leave your pillows, blankets, and stuffed toys at home.
- We are recognizing Orange Shirt Day on Thursday, September 26. We invite everyone to wear Orange on this day. We will engage in classroom learning leading up to this day related to Truth and Reconciliation.
- Did you know you can view the Alberta Education Curriculum at a Glance to see what your child is learning, as well as resources to support learning at home?
- Visit the new LearnAlberta for Parents Site.
- Scroll down to What Your Child is Learning in Each Grade.
- Click on your child’s grade
- Look to the right sidebar for the Curriculum at a Glance for a quick view.
- Cross country club has started for Grades 4-6. Thanks to Ms. Bloom, Kehoe, and Vuong for leading!
News from our School Website
- Government of Alberta New Schools Announcement on CBE main website
- Cavalry Football Club Student Game & School Fundraiser Day
- Terry Fox Run Sept 20
Dates to Remember – Please check the Website Calendar for the latest!
Friday, September 20 – Terry Fox Run
Sunday, September 22 – Treaty 7 Day, Fall Equinox
Tuesday, September 24 – Spirit Day – Pajama Day
Thursday, September 26 – Recognizing Orange Shirt Day at Cecil Swanson·
Friday, September 27 – Non Instruction Day (no school)
Monday, September 30 – National Day for Truth and Reconciliation/Orange Shirt Day – No School
Wednesday, October 9 – Spirit Day – Cultural Dress Day
Monday, October 14 – Thanksgiving – No School
Wednesday, October 16 – Individual Photo Day