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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. Speaking directly to those most closely involved is more effective, efficient and timely. Communication with parents, students, and community members is always welcome. Email is the preferred method of communication.

CBE Expresses Condolences to the Tumbler Ridge Secondary School Community

The tragic events at the Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in British Columbia have shocked and saddened all of us. The Calgary Board of Education sends our thoughts and condolences to the school, community and all those impacted by this event. Schools are part of the broader community, and we recognize the deep impact this tragedy has had. As educators, we share in the community’s sorrow and extend our sympathy and support to all those affected.

Community Resources for Students

An event such as this may affect individuals in different ways, and it is important to seek support when needed. Students are encouraged to speak with their family members about their feelings and to lean on trusted supports as they process the news about this incident.

With schools closed for Teachers’ Convention and the Family Day long weekend, there are a number of local community and mental health support services available in Calgary. The following resources may be helpful:

• Kids Help Phone – Call 1-800-668-6868 or text CONNECT to 686868.
• Calgary Distress Centre –403-266-HELP
• Suicide Crisis Help Line – 9-8-8
• 2-1-1 – Alberta Help Line
• 8-1-1 – Alberta Health Services Health Link

Looking Forward: Bob Edwards School Calendar

February 16 – Alberta Family Day (school is closed)

February 17 – Classes resume

February 24 – Report Card #1

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, February 24, 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. 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.

For all sports, please note that CBE middle schools have set similar expectations for games that promote safety, respect, and a positive experience for all. They include: 

• All visiting student spectators/athletes must be under the direct supervision of a designated adult for the duration of the games.  
• There are no in-and-out privileges for spectators. If you leave the building, you should not re-enter.  
• Student cell phones must remain in bags. Students cannot take photos or record videos. This is a privacy concern for the athletes from all teams. 
• Parents are asked to be mindful when taking photos or videos of their child. The privacy of other student-athletes should be considered. 
• All spectators - students or adults - are expected to cheer and support players/coaches/referees/parents/guardians positively.
• The school administration will address disrespectful behaviour promptly and may direct spectators to leave the game and the school building.  
• Parents/guardians who bring younger children are always responsible for their direct supervision. Please ensure that they are not wandering the halls and playing on the equipment in the gym.
• These expectations have been reviewed with all our students in school. Please review with your student(s) as well. We thank you in advance for your ongoing support.  

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 restorative long weekend!

Malynda Kouperman, Acting Principal

Camille Haggar, Assistant Principal

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