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
Monday, October 19 - Non-Instruction Day - No School for All Students
Wednesday, October 21 - Healthy Hunger Fun Lunch (Optional)
This year's first fun lunch will be provided by Subway! Orders must be placed no later than Friday, October 16 at 11:59pm. Place your order by creating an account through the Healthy Hunger website.
Thursday, October 29 - Family Halloween Dance from 6:30pm - 8pm Halloween Dance Flyer
Friday, October 30 - Halloween Costume Day & Parade - Come to School Dressed In Your Halloween Costume!
Tuesday, November 10 - Picture Day (Retakes)
Not happy with your original school photos? Photo retakes will be available for students who missed the original photo day, as well as anyone who would like to have their photo retaken.
Tuesday, November 10 – Remembrance Day Assembly @ 10:30am
In recognition of Remembrance Day, all students will receive an age-appropriate poppy pin or sticker, provided by the Royal Canadian Legion. Families who wish to contribute may send a monetary donation, which we will collect on behalf of the Legion.
Tuesday, November 10 - Ranchlands School Council In-Person & Virtual Meeting
All parent(s)/guardian(s) of students attending Ranchlands School are welcome to attend! The meeting will be held at 6:45pm in the School Library or online.
November 11 - 13 - Remembrance Day and Fall Break - No School for All Students
There is no school for all students from Wednesday, November 11 through Friday, November 13 due to the Remembrance Day Statutory Holiday and Fall Break.
Wednesday, November 25 - Ranchlands School Council Casino - Volunteers Needed!
Thursday, November 26 - Ranchlands School Council Casino - Volunteers Needed!
Announcements
Farewell, Mr. White!
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Mr. White for taking on the role of Assistant Principal over the past month during Ms. Wong’s absence. We are grateful for his support and contributions to our school community. Please join us in welcoming Ms. Arbuckle, who will be taking on the Assistant Principal role until Ms. Wong returns.
School Council News
Coming Soon! School Council Coupon Book Fundraiser
Save the Date! October 29 from 6:30pm - 8pm - Ranchlands School Halloween Dance
Join us for a fun-filled evening of music, dancing and Halloween excitement! Free entry - optional cash donations welcome! Food bank donations welcome! Cash concession available! All proceeds will go to the Ranchlands School Playground Fund. Please note: Parents/guardians are required to stay and attend with their children. Halloween Dance Flyer
Save the Date! November 25 & 26 - Ranchlands School Council Casino
AFORCS (Association for the Friends of Ranchlands Community School) is excited to share that we have been granted another casino event at ACE CASINO AIRPORT (40 Aero Crescent NE) on WEDNESDAY NOV 25, 2026, AND THURSDAY NOV 26, 2026. We are eligible for an event like this every eighteen to twenty-four months; the funds raised from events like this is what enables us to provide students with field trips, in class speakers, new technology, school resources, and more, at little or no cost to families.
This is where you come in – WE NEED VOLUNTEERS! You do not need to have prior experience. Volunteering at a casino can be a lot of fun, you’ll get a free meal (the food at this casino has been amazing in the past), and it’s a great way to meet other people from the Ranchlands School Community. We would love to see some new faces this year!
For more information about the roles and to signup for a volunteer position:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050B4FA5A92CA13-64288871-ranchlands
Please note: The Parent Society is looking for a Licensed Accountant (CPA) to review the (very simple and already-prepared) financial statements of the society. Please send us an email at ranchlandscouncil@gmail.com if you are interested.
Community Events/Resources
CBE Child & Youth Well-Being Family & Caregiver Online Series
The Calgary Board of Education invites all parents and guardians to join a live online series on supporting child and youth well-being. The series is hosted by the Recovery Alberta Community Education Service (CES) Program in collaboration with local experts from the Calgary community. These sessions are FREE and provide information, resources, helplines and services to support healthy child and youth development. Please visit the following webpage for more information and session dates. https://www.cbe.ab.ca/child-and-youth-well-being-family-and-caregiver-series
As always, please call the office at 403-777-6350 ext 0 if you have any questions or concerns.
Ranchlands School Office Team