E-NEWS Spotlight on Learning

Grade 4 students using simple forces to power or propel a device or teacher:) as part of their Science Unit on Wheels and Levers:

Grade 6 students designed and carried out an investigation of a fictional crime scene and developed a possible solution, as part of their Science unit: Evidence and Investigation.

Grade 6 students created a beautiful art project as part of their Social Studies unit on Ancient Athens.

Students enjoying their music lessons on learning rhymes with Ms. G!

Important Upcoming Dates

• Friday January 14 Professional Development - 12:02 pm dismissal for Grades 1 - 8 No Kindergarten classes
• Wednesday January 19 School Council Meeting - 3:20 pm Virtual Meeting

Important COVID Contact Information
We continue to follow the directives outlined in the CRPS Re-Entry Plan and by Alberta Health Services on isolation and quarantine requirements. Please ensure to complete and follow the updated COVID-19 Alberta Health Daily Checklist. To report a COVID positive case in your household over the weekend that could impact the school, please email the principal and assistant principal immediately:
nadine.trottier@crps.ca
jody.keon@crps.ca
When notifying the school of an absence please ensure to provide a detailed reason. If the absence is illness related, please indicate the symptoms. 

2022-2023 Kindergarten Registration
Please follow this link to view important information regarding 2022-2023 Kindergarten Registration.

Parking and Drop Off Zones - Reminder
Please take a close look at the map below regarding the recommended traffic flow and drop-off/pick-up locations for your children. We have been working closely with the Town of Banff to make getting to and from school a safe experience for all students. The Kiss N’Go area is intended as a quick drop off only and you must remain with your vehicle. Please ensure not to park or drop off in any Handicap Zones unless your vehicle has the applicable permit. If you intend to walk your child to the school doors you must find a parking space. Please feel free to use the Train Station Public parking area. Please teach your child to use the crosswalk at either corner (Moose & Big Horn or Elk & Big Horn), or better yet approach the Big Horn Kiss N’ Go area northbound so your child does not have to cross the street. When the ‘road closed’ signs are in place on Squirrel Street (8:00-8:40 am and 2:45-3:15 pm), please do not drive around them. These are in place for students’ safety. We need your help! If you are going by and see the barricade should be out (8:00 am or 2:45 pm) or be returned to its spot by the fence (8:40 am or 3:15 pm), please feel comfortable moving it as needed. This would be greatly appreciated!! 

Bow Valley Family Resource Network in Canmore
The Bow Valley Family Resource Network delivers free prevention and early intervention services and supports for children aged 0 - 18, through a provincial network of community-based service providers. Please click here for information on their programs, including Talking About Suicide, Suicide Awareness and Prevention, Body Image, Sport, and Teen Girls, and many more. Here is their link for registration: https://bit.ly/canmorechildandfamilyprograms or you can also contact Beth Castellano at 403-678-2529 or frnadmin@canmore.ca.

Town of Banff Children & Youth Programs
The Town of Banff offers a variety of programs for children and youth, including Out of School Care. For more information or to register your child, please call 403 762-1251 or visit https://banff.ca/195/Children-Youth. 

Caribou Kids Season Ski Pass at Banff Mount Norquay
Yes! Banff school students will enjoy free (almost) skiing again this winter!!! In its 15th year, Banff Lodging Co and Banff Mount Norquay remain committed to offering the Caribou Kids Season Ski Pass program for students enrolled at Banff schools, even as we hope to rebound from recent challenging economic conditions. Please click here for more information and the Norquay form.

News from the Office
School Fees
Banff Elementary School fees are available on PowerSchool Parent Portal and are now due. Debit or credit card payments can be made online through your Parent Portal. If you are unable to make full payment at this time please contact Joanne Geyer at joanne.geyer@crps.ca to make payment arrangements. Please click here for instructions on how to make a payment using PowerSchool Parent Portal.

School Events Calendar
Please click here to view the BES Community Calendar

School and Family Wellness Worker
Ashley Butenschon is here to help support families and students with their social and emotional well-being. Please contact her at 403-762-4465 ext 6089. One more way Canadian Rockies School Division is here to help support not only your child, but also your family.

Right from the Start
Right from the Start was so excited to welcome students and staff back this week! Success Coaches were in every classroom doing check-ins and hearing how students spent their break. BES Success Coaches can be reached by emailing Megan.Jenniex@crps.ca or Michelle.Skingle@crps.ca. You can also check out our website for resources or find us on social media.

Settlement Services
Settlement Services provides Permanent Residents of Canada, Live-In Caregivers and Refugees with the support they need to settle in the Bow Valley.  Please click the link for the Settlement Services January Newsletter  More information about Settlement Services and a calendar of events is available at: www.banff.ca/settlement or follow on Facebook: www.facebook.com/settlement.services.in.the.bow.valley.

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