Dear Parent(s)/Guardian(s):
Our Week at a Glance newsletter is sent out once a week to provide you with the most up to date information on what is happening at Ranchlands School.
Important Dates
Sunday, November 2-Daylight Savings Time Change
Remember to roll your clocks back one hour!
Friday, November 7 - Remembrance Day Assembly 10:45am-11:15am
Families are welcome to attend.
Monday November 10-Wednesday November 12 - No School for All Students
There is no school for all students from Monday, November 10 through Wednesday, November 12 due to the Remembrance Day Statutory Holiday and Fall Break.
Tuesday, November 18 - Picture Day!
Dress up as you wish and bring your biggest smile! Photo retakes will be available to anyone who would like one on December 9.
Tuesday, November 18, at 6:45pm - Ranchlands School Council In-Person & Virtual Meeting
All parent(s)/guardian(s) of students attending Ranchlands School are welcome to attend! Please join us in the Ranchlands School library or online. Link will be shared closer to the date.
Wednesday, November 19 - Healthy Hunger Fun Lunch
This month's fun lunch will be provided by Bar Burrito. Orders must be placed no later than Friday, November 14. www.healthyhunger.ca
Playground Committee News (Ranchlands Parent Society)
Purdy's Chocolates Fundraiser – Supporting Our Playground!
AFORCS (Ranchlands School Parent Society) is running a Purdy's online fundraiser to help raise money for our school playground.
To order, visit https://fundraising.purdys.com/2167072-132599 and join our campaign using Customer Number 82487.
Order by November 23, and your chocolates will arrive by December 9 — just in time for the holidays!
Keep a look out for the catalogue that will be sent home with students soon.
Thank you for supporting our students and helping us get closer to a new playground!
Community Resources
Family Violence Prevention Month
November is Family Violence Prevention Month in Alberta - This November, join us in recognizing Family Violence Prevention Month and learn how you can help family, friends and neighbours experiencing family violence. Learn what resources are available in your community:
• the Family Violence Info Line (310-1818) is available toll-free to Albertans 24/7 in over 170 languages
• the Family Violence Info Line chat is available 24/7 daily in English
• emergency shelters throughout the province provide safe locations to stay for people fleeing violent or abusive situations.
• other supports are available on the Find supports page
As always, please call the office at 403-777-6350 ext 0 if you have any questions or concerns.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Ranchlands School Office Team