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
Winter Spirit Week - Join us each day by wearing some special items! Monday, Dec 16 - Plaid Day Tuesday, Dec 17 - Comfy Cozy Day Wednesday, Dec 18 - Crazy Socks Day Thursday, Dec 19 - Sweater Day Friday, Dec 20 - Pajama Day
Healthy Hunger Fun Lunch - Wednesday, December 18 This week's fun lunch will be provided by Dairy Queen. Orders must be placed no later than Friday, December 13. www.healthyhunger.ca Dairy Queen Flyer
Friday, December 20 - Last Day of Classes Before Winter Break Please note that this is an early dismissal day (1:20pm).
December 21 - January 5 - Winter Break There will be no school for all students during winter break.
Monday, January 6 - First Day of Classes After Winter Break
Tuesday, January 14 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. Online link will be shared closer to the event.
Informational Items
Kindergarten Registration Begins January 13, 2025!
Click Here to learn more about when your child can begin kindergarten and how to register for the 2025-2026 school year.
Sir John Franklin Arts-Centred Learning Open House - January 9 from 6 - 7:30pm
More information can be found at https://sirjohnfranklin.cbe.ab.ca/open-house.
Branton School - Late & Early French Immersion Open House - February 6 from 6:30 - 8pm
More information can be found at https://branton.cbe.ab.ca/open-house.
Lifetouch Photography - Calgary Studio Retake Dates
Fall retakes are available for online booking in the Calgary Studio (Unit #30, 5329 - 72 Ave SE) on Saturday, December 14. Book your appointment at https://booknow.appointment-plus.com/1dqj327c/?e_id=7811.
Step 1 - Select your Session Type (Fall Individual 5 min) | Select School (Calgary Studio - Fall)
Step 2 - Select your Date. Open dates on calendar are indicated by blue date links.
Step 3 - Select your Time.
Step 4 - Complete the Registration Form.
Step 5 - Confirm your Appointment.
Community News
Winter Festival at St. James Anglican Church on Friday, December 13 from 5:30pm-8pm
St. James Anglican Church will be hosting their annual Winter Festival on December 13 and it will be open to all members of the Ranchland's community. This is a great opportunity to come out and meet other members of the community and have a lot of fun at the same time. Activities will include a petting zoo (6pm-7pm) with a donkey and sheep provided by Butterfield Acres, an indoor kid's craft station, campfires and carol singing, along with other activities! There will be hot chocolate, cider and Smores for all! There is no charge for any of the activities. The church is located at 6351 Ranchview Dr NW. For further details call the office at 403-239-0104 or visit us at www.stjamescalgary.com.
Ranchlands Community Association Holiday Lights Contest
Light up your home or business and enter to win some great prizes! There are seven unique categories to enter. Be a part of the holiday cheer! For more information please check out our website at ranchlandscommunity.com.
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