Dear Mustang Families
Happy Father’s Day to our community! We also recognize some of us benefit from leadership by a loved one who acts as a surrogate father – honor these individuals today too. Research shows the crucial role Fathers (or significant adults) play in their children's lives, significantly impacting their social, emotional, and cognitive development. Your involvement, characterized by presence, support, and guidance, contributes to your child's overall well-being and success. Thank you for offering important stabilization during your children’s adolescence. If you are still looking for ideas on what to do today, please check out these links: Calgary Herald Summary or Family Fun for Fathers Day. Enjoy creating lifelong memories together!
Forest fire smoke across Alberta led to the cancellation of our track meet this past Wednesday. We join our student athletes in being disappointed given their ongoing commitment to their physical and mental well-being. Thank you to our Coaches for striving to get the athletes ready, alongside Mr. O’Lain who chaired the SJAM Track team:
ALP/PLP: Ms. Roston
Sprints: Ms. Dawson & Ms. McLellan
Distance: Ms. MacPhee & Mr. Parsons
High Jump: Mr. O'Lain & Ms. Bartley
Long Jump: Ms. Saker & Ms. MacLennan
Shot Put: Mr. Shelestynsky & Ms. Howe
Discus: Mr. Jones & Ms. Howe
Hurdles: Mr. Manery & Mr. Hoblak
Mother Nature didn’t cooperate, but our student athletes were ready to go! Thank you to the many parent volunteers who stepped up to support the day as well.
This might be an alternative your child would enjoy participating in (CBE Staff are not present): All Sport One Day is a fantastic, free sport discovery event designed specifically for children and youth aged 6 to 17. It offers a unique opportunity for young participants to try out a new sport or physical activity in a fun and supportive environment. Whether your child is curious about learning a new skill or simply eager to get active, this event is an excellent way to introduce them to the world of sports without any financial commitment. By participating, kids can explore different sports, discover their interests, and potentially find a new passion, all while making new friends and staying active. All Sport One Day 2025 will be held on Saturday, June 21 and Saturday, Aug. 16 from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Follow @SportCalgary on social media or sign-up for their newsletter for updates!
Soup Sisters served chicken noodle soup and corn chowder this past Thursday. It is amazing how a hot bowl of soup yields so many positive memories. Thank you to Ms. Dawson, her leadership students and the Soup Sister organization for nourishing the Mustang community with a universal comfort food.
PATs will continue this week: please see schedule in the calendar. On Wednesday June 25, report cards will be visible to families. If you would like a printed version, please email Ms. Reynolds (sareynolds@cbe.ab.ca) or ask your child to come into the main office starting on June 25th. In The Calgary Board of Education (CBE), assessment is an integral part of the teaching and learning process. Assessment includes a continuous cycle of instruction, gathering and interpreting evidence from a variety of sources and responsively adjusting teaching practice. Assessment practices aim to improve student engagement in learning and to elicit evidence that accurately represents what each student knows and can do in relation to the intended learning goals. We join each family wanting each student to be successful. The upcoming report card offers parents and students a sense of how your child’s learning has progressed over the school year:
K to Grade 9: How Is My Child Doing in School?
If you have older children: How is My Child Doing in High School?
We are pleased to share that the YMCA is hosting FREE summer math sessions for students in Grades 9 – 12. All sessions will run from 5:00 – 7:00 pm:
Tuesday: Shawnessy YMCA
Wednesday: Saddletown YMCA
‘Learn high school math ahead of next year or get high school math/science tutoring for summer school’. Interested students are asked to pre-sign up: https://ymcacalgary.formstack.com/forms/student_application_form_tutoring_program_copy_1
Community News: Note - CBE Staff do not supervise these events
Tuesday June 17: 1:00 – 3:30 pm – City of Calgary Event - Exploring Our Place in Reconciliation: This hands-on event will give you tools to reflect on your learning action to support Reconciliation through action! Through collage, writing, and discussion, participants will explore themes of fear, bravery and action. by the end of the session, participants will have plans for meaningful collective and individual actions in our communities. Please register by emailing Sage: sage.wheeler-ramnauth@calgary.ca.
Saturday June 21: Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day
- Walk for Reconciliation: 8:30 am – 12:00 pm. Meet at at Harry Hays Building (220 4 Ave SE). Walk begins at 9:00 am. Walk ends at The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland (750 9th Ave SE). A free community meal will be available for the first 500 participants, catered by Spolumbo's Fine Foods & Deli. Outdoor gathering with speeches, and performances by drummers and dancers.
- At Heritage Park with a full day of community-led programming, rooted in tradition and open to all. The centerpiece of the day is a vibrant Pow Wow — a powerful gathering that brings together dancers, drummers, and community in celebration of culture, identity and connection.
- Campfire Chats: free from 2:00 – 4:00 pm in the Heritage Park Plaza. Performers will include Elder Rod Hunter and his drum group Eya-Hey Nakoda; Craig Ginn, recording artist and UCalgary professor; hip-hop artist Foreshadow and singer Ksk'staak'iinna, and artist Shane Ghostkeeper!
Monday July 28 – Friday August 1: The Calgary Police Service is hosting its second annual Indigenous Junior Police Academy, a unique summer experience designed to give youth a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like to be a police officer. Participants will engage with specialized units including the Mounted Unit, HAWCS helicopters, Canine Unit, and the Indigenous Relations Team. This is a valuable opportunity for Indigenous students to build leadership skills, explore future career paths, and connect with community role models.
Location: Calgary Police Service (details provided upon registration)
Eligibility: Indigenous youth aged 12-16
Registration: Space is limited. Students can download application on the CPS website
University of Calgary Initiative: ConnectED Parents - free, research-backed initiative that helps parents guide children aged 6–20 toward healthy, respectful relationships.
Free Summer Camps for Girls: Women's Center of Calgary for grades 4 to 9.
For City of Calgary events, Recreation Fee Assistance is Available through Fair Entry: Fee Assistance
Live and Play (Fine Arts and many other activities): City of Calgary Registered Programs Link
School Calendar
Past due: School Fees and SJAM Library books
Monday June 16: Grade 9 PAT - ELA Part B (multiple choice)
Tuesday June 17: Grade 9 PAT - Math Part B (calculators allowed – no graphic calculators permitted)
Wednesday June 18: Grade 9 PAT - Social Studies
Thursday June 19: Grade 9 PAT – Science
Monday June 23: Special Homeroom in the afternoon
- Locker Cleanout
- Yearbook Distribution and Autograph Signing (school fees need to be paid to receive a yearbook – please email Ms. Hornby (mahornby@cbe.ab.ca) if support is needed)
- Global Snack Stations
Wednesday June 25:
- Report cards visible to all families: if you want a printed version, please ask your child to request one in the main office.
- Grade 9 Farewell
5:40 pm: doors open
6:00pm: Program begins
7:00 - 9:00 pm: Dance for the Grade 9 students
Thursday June 26:
- Final Assembly – students dismissed at 10:19 am
- Mark appeals: 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Friday June 27: Mark appeals: 8:00 – 11:00 am
Friday July 25: Last day for families to print 2024-25 report cards from home.
Together we make a difference!