Oki, Danit'ada, Âba wathtec, Tânisi, Taanishi, Bonjour, Hello, Bob Edwards Community,

(Le message en français suit la version anglaise)

Tansi Everyone, Takawatain ta miyo-kìsikanisīyan.  

We’ve made it to the final week before winter break, and what a journey it has been! Time has truly flown by, and I want to take a moment to express my gratitude for all the community support, parent support, dedication, and collaboration that have brought us to this point. This season is a wonderful opportunity to pause, reflect, and celebrate the progress we’ve made together. As we head into the holidays, I encourage you to take this time to relax, recharge, and enjoy meaningful moments with friends, family, loved ones, and even your pets. Whether it’s sharing laughter around the dinner table, curling up with a good book, or simply taking a quiet walk, make space for the things that bring you joy and peace.

Looking ahead, 2026 promises new opportunities for learning, growing, and new school-based programs of support for well-being. I’m confident that the support and commitment you’ve shown to our school this year will carry us forward into even greater success. Let’s continue to build on the strong foundation we’ve created and approach the new year with optimism and energy. All the Best in 2026! 

Chers parents d'élèves de l'école Bob Edwards, 

Nous voici rendus à la dernière semaine avant les vacances d'hiver, et quel parcours ! Le temps a filé à toute vitesse, et je tiens à exprimer ma gratitude pour tout le soutien de la communauté, des parents, votre dévouement et votre collaboration qui nous ont permis d'en arriver là. Cette période est une belle occasion de faire une pause, de réfléchir et de célébrer les progrès qu'on a faits ensemble. À l'approche des fêtes, je vous encourage à prendre ce temps pour vous détendre, vous ressourcer et profiter de moments précieux avec vos amis, votre famille, vos proches et même vos animaux de compagnie. Que ce soit en partageant des rires autour de la table, en vous plongeant dans un bon livre ou simplement en faisant une promenade tranquille, accordez-vous les moments qui vous apportent joie et sérénité.

L'année 2026 promet de nouvelles occasions d'apprentissage, de développement et de nouveaux programmes scolaires de soutien au bien-être. Je suis convaincu que le soutien et l'engagement dont vous avez fait preuve envers notre école cette année nous mèneront vers un succès encore plus grand. Continuons de bâtir sur les solides fondations que nous avons posées et abordons la nouvelle année avec optimisme et énergie. Meilleurs vœux pour 2026!

Contact your child’s teachers here: Our Staff. Your child’s homeroom teacher is the best first point of contact for any questions or concerns. Email is the preferred method of communication.

Opt-In for Human Sexuality: Health and Life Skills

All students have been sent home with the Parental Notification and Opt-in Consent for Human Sexuality form. This form must be completed, signed, and returned by a parent/legal guardian for all students. It is the parent/legal guardian’s obligation to ensure that this form is returned to the homeroom teacher on or before January 26, 2026, as indicated in the notice.

Looking Forward: Bob Edwards School Calendar

December 19 – Last Day of classes

January 5 – Classes Resume

January 20 – Grade 9 vaccinations

January 28 – First Day of Semester 2

January 30 – Non-Instructional Day (no school for students)

School Council and Parent Society

Bob Edwards School and the School Council, and Parent Society meet monthly (approximately) to build and strengthen our partnership, discuss student learning, and consult on decisions impactful to our community. We meet in the Learning Commons at Bob Edwards School on the last Tuesday of most months at 6:00 p.m. Parents and guardians in our school community are welcome to join. The third School Council meeting of the 2025-26 school year will be on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. The Bob Edwards School Council can be reached at bobeparentsfundraisingsociety@gmail.com

Please join this outstanding group with which we enjoy a strong partnership. You don’t need to sign up for any ‘big jobs’, and any member of our community is welcome to attend.

If you cannot join the meeting in person, you have the option of joining via Microsoft Teams: Join the meeting now

Healthy Hunger Fun Lunches are Back!

School Council has organized fun lunches for Bob Edwards School through Healthy Hunger. The first fun lunch will be on December 19 (Subway), and the second fun lunch will be on January 9 (Little Caesars). Please order from the Healthy Hunger website. You can find the link on the School Council page of our school website.

Athletics Updates

Please see the Athletics page of our school website for all Athletic Updates. The Physical Education teachers have also put together a Physical Education website, available here.

Weather Reminders

This time of year means the regular transition between warm and cold weather. Please help your student come to school prepared for the weather over the next several weeks.

  • Please ensure your child is prepared with outdoor clothing and footwear for all weather conditions.
  • All students enjoy 20 minutes of fresh air at lunch (weather permitting) and some physical education classes outside, and this time is much more enjoyable if they are dressed for the weather.
  • Families are encouraged to review this checklist to be prepared for using transportation every school day and throughout the school year. Transportation Family Checklist
  • Please ensure your child is prepared with outdoor clothing and footwear for all weather conditions.
  • Students should not arrive at school before 8:55 a.m. (Soft entry starts at 9:03 a.m.)
  • Students must be picked up from school by 4:00 p.m.

Parking Reminders

  • Please do not park or drop off students in the bus zone in front of the school between 7 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
  • We now have 5 school buses at Bob Edwards School, and they need the space to operate safely.
  • Please do not drop off or pick up your child from the staff parking lot.

 

Wishing you all a wonderful and restful weekend!

E’kosi 

Miigwech 

Kukstsémc

Merci 

 

Cree (Nehiyaw) Crowchild, Principal

Camille Haggar, Assistant Principal

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