Principal’s Message
Welcome back from Christmas Break!
I hope that as we return, you all have found some comfort in the routine and structure of school. I know that for me and my family, the holiday break quickly changes all sorts of schedules, and I find energy and solace in getting back to normalcy. While the weather throws me off a bit, the routine is empowering. My prayer is that God will bless and keep you in the 2024 year, I look forward to seeing what He has in store for our school and community this year.
As many of you know, the first spot most of you and our students will see me each day is in the parking lot. It is something that mostly brings me joy – even in the cold weather. With that said, in the colder weather, especially extreme cold, people’s patience can sometimes run out, and drivers can sometimes go for the quickest pickup, rather than the safest. Therefore, I wanted to give a reminder to you all before the extreme temperatures come later in the week, and more of you may be using the parking lot.
Without further adieu,
1) Use the entry driveway only to enter (south).
2) Do NOT cut through the ditch EVER.
3) Do NOT use the bus lane (even during bus cancellations).
4) Our two driving lanes are single file only.
5) Park only in parking spots, not in the middle of the road.
6) Students will wait in the basketball area for parents to walk over to pick them up.
7) If you cannot find a spot, you need to loop out of the lot and back around. Do not wait in the driving lanes.
8) Students and parents both need to use the crosswalk.
9) Only exit through the exit driveway (north).
10) Give the right of way to those outside, it’s colder out there than in your car.
Please remember that if we can keep things structured and consistent for our students, it is safer for them. Patience and following instructions are integral to the safety of all of our students and staff. I will be in the parking lot guiding students, and do expect that we all set a good example for our kiddos.
Thanks everyone!
Announcements
Inclement Weather
Tonight when you go to pack those backpacks, and prep those lunches, please make sure to add ALL of the winter gear! 
The next couple of days are going to be COLD!! Being prepared to be outside for our 3 outdoor recesses means ALL students need warm outdoor apparel (plus warm socks)!! – Even our Junior High kiddos!
A second pair of mittens is an extra great idea too in case some get lost or wet.
Transportation:
Winter has finally arrived and with that, we have some cold weather blowing in.
***Please note that our inclement weather policy has changed from -35 with or without windchill to -40 with or without windchill.***
Make sure that you have the Bus Status App 4 downloaded to your phone, this is how we will communicate if the buses will be running or if they will be canceled.
Kindergarten/New Student Registration
Dear parents/guardians and caregivers,
Kindergarten registration opened on January 8, 2024, for the 2024-2025 school year.
Children may begin Kindergarten in a school within the Black Gold School Division in September if they are at least 4 years 8 months old as of August 31 of the respective school year.
We encourage families to register early. Please note that programs and class preferences are subject to change based on enrollment, space, and program viability.
For more information, please visit: www.blackgold.ca/schools/programs/kindergarten
Here are a few things to note regarding registration:
- If you have a student currently in our preschool program who will be going to kindergarten in the fall, you will NEED to complete Kindergarten Registration forms (CCS Enrolment Form, Black Gold Online Registration Form, and Confidential Pastor’s Report). Our preschool is a separate program from our K-9 program and you are considered a new family.
- If you are a current CCS family (you have older children (Grades K-9) already enrolled at CCS THIS year) and you have a student who will be registering for kindergarten in the fall, you will ONLY need to complete the Black Gold online registration form.
- If you currently have students enrolled in Covenant this year in grades kindergarten to nine, they will automatically be enrolled at CCS for the 2023-2024 school year, you do NOT need to register them again.
- All our registration forms (CCS Enrolment Form, Black Gold Online Registration Form, and Confidential Pastor’s Report) as well as the instructions on the process you need to go through are on our website under the Registration heading here.
Preschool Registration
Preschool Registration is open for existing Covenant families only until January 31, 2024. If you have a student attending CCS in grades K-9 and have a student who will be 4 years old by December 31, 2024, you may register them for our Preschool program here. THIS IS FOR CCS FAMILIES ONLY, please do not share this link. More information is below.
Please click here to download and complete the following forms: Preschool Medial Authorization, Credit Card Authorization, Pre-authorized Debit Agreement
Registration opens to the general public on February 8, 2024.
Grade 3 Bottle Drive
Do you have bags of bottles lying around after your Christmas adventures? Gr. 3J and 3H are hosting an ongoing bottle drive at Leduc Bottle Depot. See the graphic below for ways you can donate!
Spring Program Prop Request
We are now preparing for Aladdin Jr, which will be performed on March 20-21, 2024 at the MacLab Theatre here in Leduc.
We have started many projects but need some community assistance in preparing for the performance. Please help in the following ways.
- Costumes – A few parents are already working on dresses and costumes. We need a few more individuals who would like to design costumes for our cast, including pieces for our feature numbers.
- Construction and Painting – We have our Grade 8 parents working on sets, but we could always use more people to create, design, and build!
- Props – Please click on this link to view the list of needed props. If you have any of the items we could use, we’d be grateful for your help.
Please email Mr. Ward at [email protected] if you want to join the team!
Hot Lunch
Hot Lunches are on Wednesdays.
You can find the forms for Hot Lunch in your student’s PowerSchool account under the Student Fees and Forms heading on the left-hand side. Orders will close on the Tuesday prior to the following week’s hot lunch at 11:59 pm. All orders must be placed online, and payment must be made with form submission to be processed. (No cash or cheques are accepted). Please check your email for a confirmation receipt to ensure that your order went through.
Upcoming Hot Lunches:
January:
- 10 – Hot Dogs/Booster Juice
- 17 – Subway
- 24 – Dominos Pizza
February:
- 7 – Hot Dogs/Booster Juice
- 14 – Wok Box
- 21 – KFC
- 28 – Boston Pizza Pasta
If you would like to see which hot lunches are coming up in future months, you can find out on our school events calendar found here.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding Hot Lunch, you can reach our Hot Lunch Coordinator, Mrs. Hofstra, via email at: [email protected]
Celebration
We hold weekly assemblies, which we call Celebration. We alternate between Wednesday and Thursday mornings each month so our kindergarten students are each able to join us every other month.
Celebration will be held on Thursdaysfor the month of January.
Lost & Found
We will post weekly pictures of our lost and found. If you see something that is your child’s, please have them stop by the table and pick it up or let the office know.
All unclaimed items will be donated to a second-hand store at the end of the month.
Athletics:
For a calendar of events including home and away games etc. please click HERE.
Basketball
Junior High Boys Basketball:
Basketball practice after school on Tuesday and Thursday from 3:30 until 5:00 pm.
Junior High Girls Basketball:
Basketball practice after school on Monday and Wednesday from 3:30 until 5:00 pm.
Elementary Boys Basketball game vs Willow Park after school AT CCS beginning at 4:00 pm. TODAY!
LSCE News:
Social Media
To keep up to date on all fundraising opportunities, please follow us on social media.
https://www.facebook.com/covenantchristianschoolfundraisingpage
https://www.instagram.com/fundraising.lsce/
Calendar:
January:
- 15 – Swimming Lessons for Grades 1 & 2
- 18 – Grade 1 Telus World of Science Field Trip
- 19-20 – Elementary Boys Basketball Finals
- 22 – Swimming Lessons for Grades 1 & 2
- 24 – Grade 4-9 Ski Trip to Rabbit Hill
- 26-27 – Elementary Girls Basketball Finals
- 26-27 – Junior High Boys Basketball Tap 15 Tourney
- 29 – Swimming Lessons for Grades 1 & 2
- 31 – PD Day
February:
- 5 – Swimming Lessons for Grades 1 & 2
- 6 – 90s day Dress up Day
- 8-9 – ATA Teachers Convention – No School
- 12 – Swimming Lessons for Grades 1 & 2
- 19 – Family Day – No School
- 20 – Grade 6 AB Legislature Field Trip
- 23 – 100th Day of School Dress Up Day
- 26 – Swimming Lessons for Grades 1 & 2
Community Events:
Odds & Ends:
Sign In/Out Form:
Scan Me
Please use the above QR code, orthis link, to sign your child in or out of the building. You can also come into the school and use the Chromebook provided in the office. Please make sure to let the office know you have collected your child before leaving the parking lot (phone call/eye contact) and ask your child to check in at the office when they enter or leave. This ensures everyone is accounted for appropriately in the case of an emergency.
Facebook Page:
As always, Facebook is a great spot to see some of the fun things going on at the school!
