February 26th, The Chronicle
PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE
Over the last few days, I have had the privilege of attending Converge, an international Christian Schools Leadership Conference, where over 750 educators from around the world gathered with a shared mission: to be faithfully present and courageously good in the lives of the students we serve. It was an opportunity to reflect, wrestle with meaningful conversations, and be reminded of the deep calling we have as Christian educators.
A conversation I had with a Superintendent from Australia has been sitting with me. We spoke about how, as followers of Christ, we cannot simply be disciples—those who know about Jesus—but apprentices of Christ, those who follow Him and strive to be like Him in all we do. It is not enough to teach what we know; we must model what we live.
This distinction resonated deeply with me as I reflected on our school’s purpose: Flourishing Learners who Delight in God and are Inspired to Serve. We are not just imparting knowledge—we are walking alongside students, showing them through our actions what it means to love, serve, and grow in faith. The way we teach, lead, and care for our students must reflect the love of Christ, not just in words but in the way we show up for them daily.
I return from Converge revitalized, knowing that what we do matters. Every lesson taught, every act of kindness, every moment of patience and grace is an opportunity to apprentice our students in the way of Christ. May we continue to be faithfully present and courageously good, leading not just by what we know, but by how we live and love.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Due to the current labour action by CUPE Local 3484, there are many changes to current office procedures. Please ensure you have read the Parent Letter outlining these changes and remember to use the Online Absence Reporting Form when reporting absences.
Calling All Helping Hands! 🛠️
Dear Parents & Guardians,
Our Junior High production of Little Mermaid Junior is quickly approaching and tickets are on sale now!
We are currently seeking a few prop items from our Covenant Community
- A second projector for our production
- A large prop mallet and knives for the Chef
- A large stuffed fish (preferably a Tuna)
- 7 mops (preferably wooden)
- An oversized book we can make a fake cover for
- A baby doll and bassinet
- 4 Tasteful maid/servant costumes
- Chef jackets/aprons/hats
- A velcro “husky person” body suit
- Elastic strap moustaches
- “Wetland” or ocean creature costumes / props
Ongoing props and costume needs will be updated here:
👉 Props & Costumes List
If you wish to volunteer or have materials that could assist, please contact Stacy Bruinsma at 📧 [email protected].
Grade 8 Drama Parents:
Please check your emails for information on shoes and clothing required for your actor.
We look forward to seeing you “Under the Sea.”
CCS Staff Appreciation
We would like to acknowledge and express our gratitude for all the amazing members of our CCS staff! Please click on the links below and sign up today to bless our staff in a special way.
March 11 Morning Snack
March 12 Taco Lunch
March 11 & 12 Supervision
If you have any questions please contact Candace Dreger at 780-886-8524 or email [email protected]
CCS School Council
Our next School Council meeting will be held Thursday, February 27th , following Celebration. Special guest, Trustee Gary Hansen, will be in attendance! You can access this month's agenda here.
If you'd like to see something added to our agenda, this month, or going forward, please email Candace Dreger at [email protected] .
Living Books Christian Book Fair
We are thrilled to announce an exciting partnership with Living Books and the upcoming Living Books Book Fair at our school!
On April 24th and 25th, we will be hosting this amazing book fair that offers a wide range of quality products, including books, Bibles, and novelties for children and families. This is a fantastic opportunity to bring incredible resources into our school community and support our students’ love for reading and learning.
Living Books is a Saskatchewan-based business that not only offers high-quality Christian books but also provides excellent support to make the book fair easy and successful. Their reps will come to our school to run the fair, and 10% of the sales will go toward free books for our school.
We're also excited to host the Adopt a Book Program on Grandparents Day, which will coincide with the book fair. This program allows families and friends to contribute to our school library, helping us expand our collection of incredible books. It’s a wonderful way to honor grandparents while building a stronger reading culture in our school.
Let’s work together to make this book fair a huge success and fill our school with books that inspire and educate! Stay tuned for more details about how you can participate.
Check out more information about Living Books and the Book Fair here: Living Books Website
Thank you for your support!
🚗 Winter Drop-Off Reminders: 🚗
If Grandparents or others are dropping off/picking up students, please share this information!!
- Bus Lane: The bus lane is never for parent traffic, regardless of whether you’re in a hurry or don’t see a bus. Please respect this rule at all times.
- Middle Lane (Kiss and Go): This lane is for quick drop-offs only. Please do not park and exit your vehicle here.
- Third Lane: This lane is for parents who wish to park and walk their children into school.
- One-Way Flow: All lanes operate as one-way only. Please follow the directional flow to maintain safety and order.
- One-Lane Flow: The lanes are only one lane, there is never any passing lanes. Two cars across increases the chance of collision with a pedestrian, as well as increases, with certainty, Mr. Simmons blood pressure.
Pick-Up Reminders:
- Proper Parking: Even when snow covers the lines, park as properly as possible to maximize space and avoid congestion.
- Crosswalk Safety: Do not park where the crosswalk extends. It’s vital for our students to use crosswalks safely and without obstruction.
- Full Lap Rule: If no spots are available, continue around the loop and return to see if a spot has opened. Please do not stop in the middle and block others.
- No Speeding: Corners can be tricky; please drive cautiously and at a safe speed.
- Staff Parking Lot: This lot is reserved for staff only. Parents should not park here.
- Patience is Key: You are in a warm car. Please demonstrate patience for the sake of everyone’s safety.
- One-Way Flow: All lanes are single-lane and one-way, just as they are during drop-off.
- Ditches: The ditch is not for vehicles to use as a shortcut to the parking lot. Vehicles MUST be on the road only!
Why These Rules Matter
As adults, we have the responsibility to create a safe, predictable environment for our children. Kids can be unpredictable, as is their nature, and by following these rules, we are doing our part to protect them. Your cooperation in modeling respect and patience goes a long way in ensuring everyone’s safety.
Thank you for your attention to these guidelines. By working together, we can make our parking lot safe and efficient for all families.
TEACHING FOR TRANSFORMATION
THE COUGAR CANTEEN
The Cougar Canteen isn’t just about snacks; it’s an empowering project designed to equip our students with essential life skills.
Operating Details:
🗓️ The Cougar Canteen will be available 1x/month for each division (announced in each week’s Chronicle).
🕰️ The Cougar Canteen will be open during afternoon recess (2:00-2:15) on Thursdays.
💰 If students wish to purchase a snack, $1-$5 is plenty!
Snack Menu:
🥔 Chips: $1.00
🥤 Cans of Pop: $2.00
🍭 Candy Bags: $1.00
Schedule:
Feb. 27 – Div. 1
March 6 – Div. 3
March 13 – Div. 2
** March 20th will be canceled due to our “The Little Mermaid Jr.” musical.
HOT LUNCH
Hot Lunches will be on Wednesdays.
You can find the forms for Hot Lunch in your student’s PowerSchool account. 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.
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 THURSDAYS for the month of February and WEDNESDAYS for the month of March.
ATHLETICS
Please read through the CCS Athletic Handbook, as it highlights our expectations for our parents and our athletes.
Jr. High Basketball
Regular season games continue!
Gr. 5/6 Swimming Lessons
Our Grade 5 and 6 classes will be doing swimming lessons on Tuesday mornings until March 4th. Please make sure your child has their swimming suits and towels during this time.
Elementary Floor Hockey
March 6th – Gr. 6 FLEx Floor Hockey Tournament @ Calgary Christian
March 7th -9th – Gr. 3/4 Girls Floor Hockey Tournament – Teams to be announced soon
March 14th – 16th – Gr. 3/4 Boys Floor Hockey Tournament – Teams to be announced soon
March 21st - 22nd - Gr. 5/6 Girls Floor Hockey Tournament - Riverview Middle School
LSCE NEWS
Preschool Registration
Preschool Registration is now open to the general public. If you have a student who will be 4 years old by December 31, 2025, you may register them for our Preschool program here.
Please click here to find the following forms: Preschool Medical Authorization, Credit Card Authorization, Pre-authorized Debit Agreement
If you or your business would like to donate goods and/or services to our auction, please contact Afton Goldsmith at [email protected].
We are also looking for the donations of roasts for the auction dinner. We would like to get about 14.
All proceeds from the Auction and Golf Tournament will go towards renovating and expanding our parking lot.
CALENDAR
March:
- 4th, Family Fun Night
- 21 & 22, 5/6 Girls Floor Hockey Tournament at Riverview Middle Schooll
- 21st, Rock Your Socks for World Down Syndrome Day
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