Dear Parent(s)/Guardian(s)

Our Week at a Glance email is sent out once a week to provide you with the most up to date information with what is happening at Ranchlands School.

Important Dates

Tuesday, February 13 - Ranchlands School Council In-Person & Virtual Meeting at 6:45pm
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).

Feb 15 and 16 - Teachers' Convention
There will be NO SCHOOL for ALL students due to the Teachers' Convention happening on Thursday, February 15 and Friday, February 16.

Monday, Feb 19 - Family Day Holiday
There will be NO SCHOOL for ALL students due to the Family Day statutory holiday on Monday, February 19.

Wednesday, February 21 - Edo Japan Fun Lunch 
Orders must be placed no later than Friday, February 16. Visit www.healthyhunger.ca.

Wednesday, February 28 - Pink Shirt Day
Please join us by wearing a PINK shirt! The focus of this day is to remind students of the importance of working together and treating others with dignity and respect.

Announcements

Semester 1 Report Cards - NOW AVAILABLE!

Report cards are now available to view/print by logging into your MyCBE account. Report cards will NOT be printed off and sent home. Once logged in, you will see an additional tab titled "Report Card". Select this tab to view/print the report card. Please be sure to print a copy for your records! 

School Council News

Indigenous Drumming Circle For Parents - Thursday, February 22

School council will be hosting an indigenous drumming circle with Knowledge Keeper Chantal Chagnon for parents on Feb 22 from 6:30-8:30. Parents interested in this event are asked to RSVP to ranchlandscouncil@gmail.com. 

For Your Information

Black History Month

During the month of February, Calgary Board of Education students and staff will celebrate and explore the many contributions of Black Canadians, peoples, and communities worldwide. Black History Month is an opportunity for schools to amplify and spotlight the innovative, courageous, and inspiring voices, stories, and contributions of Black Canadians and communities. Throughout the month of February, the Calgary Public Library is hosting events dedicated to celebrating the lives, legacies, and voices of Black peoples and communities.

On Tuesday, Feb. 13, the Central Library will feature Black History Month: Jon Cornish “Power and Privilege in an Intersectional Life." Cornish will unravel the complexities of his unique journey as a person of mixed heritage, navigating a world rife with stereotypes and misconceptions. He will highlight the intricate interplay of race, culture, and geography in shaping identity while challenging the audience to re-examine their perceptions, biases, and often-mistaken assumptions.

On Sunday, Feb. 25, the Central Library in partnership with the Chinook County Historical Society will be hosting a screening and discussion of the film John Ware Reclaimed by filmmaker Cheryl Foggo, which follows her quest to re-examine the mythology surrounding John Ware, the Black cowboy who settled Alberta before the turn of the 20th Century. Foggo's research uncovers who this iconic figure might have been, and what his legacy means in terms of anti-Black racism.

Newcomer Settlement Partnerships and Resources

The CBE English As An Additional Language (EAL) Service Unit would like to share community supports which includes our partnerships with both the Calgary Catholic Immigration Society (CCIS) and Calgary Bridge Foundation for Youth (CBFY). The Settlement Agencies provide integral free program support and services to newcomer and refugee families. See flyer under Resources.

Seven Sacred Teachings - February

The Turtle teaches us TRUTH. Truth is to know and understand all the seven teachings and to remain faithful to them. To know truth is to know and understand all of the original laws and to remain faithful to them. It is said that in the beginning, the Grandmother Turtle was present to ensure that the laws would never be lost or forgotten. On the back of a Turtle are the 13 moon, each representing the truth of one cycle of the Earth's rotations around the sun. The 28 markings on her back represent the cycle of the moon and of a woman's body. The shell of the Turtle represents the body and serves as a reminder of the teachings.

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