Dear Mustang Families,

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Ramadan Mubarak

Ramadan Mubarak to all students and families observing the holy month of Ramadan 2026.

Room 23 has been allocated as a space where fasting students may spend the lunch hour and pray. Please contact Mr. Kwiatkowski, Mr. Jensen, or Ms. Hornby if your child requires any additional accommodations or support.

Holiday Weekend: Things to Do

Families looking for activities over the holiday weekend may wish to explore the following options:

• Central Public Library – Programs and Events
• Free Library Cards – Calgary Public Library
• Free Events in Calgary – Experience Calgary Live | YYC What's On
• Family Day Events – Family Fun Calgary

Beddington Winter Carnival

Enjoy hot chocolate, crafts, a fire pit, skating, and the Maker’s Market.

• Date: Monday, February 16, 2026
• Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
• Venue: Beddington Community Association
• Address: 375 Bermuda Drive NW, Calgary, AB
• Website: www.beddingtoncommunity.ca

School Events and Activities

Tuesday, February 17

• SJAM hosting volleyball
• School Council Meeting:
• • Time: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
  • Location: SJAM Learning Commons
  • Guests will review the School Development Plan and Results Report, highlighting improvements led by student leaders and staff.

Wednesday, February 18

• Club and Team Photos for the SJAM Yearbook (morning)
• SJAM hosting volleyball
• Paul Davis – Social Networking Safety Presentation
• • Students: Afternoon session
  • Parents: 6:00 PM
  • Location: SJAM Learning Commons
  • Parking Note: Due to a volleyball game, parking may be limited. JDHS student parking may be used.
  • Topics Include:
  • • Cyberbullying
    • Smartphone use
    • Online privacy
    • Online gaming
    • Social media safety

Thursday, February 19

• SJAM Band Concert
• • Concert Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
  • Front Doors Open: 5:30 PM
  • Student (Musicians) Arrival: 5:00 PM

Athletics Update

Mr. Jones

Volleyball season continues this week with three evenings of play. Students travelling to other schools to support teams must be accompanied and supervised by an adult.

Please note that visiting teams and students may not enter host schools before 3:45 PM.

Good luck, Mustangs!

Weekly Volleyball Schedule

Calendar of Events

Ongoing

• High School Transfer process is open
• • Contact Ms. Billeck at mibilleck@cbe.ab.ca with questions

Monday, February 16

• Family Day – No school for students or staff

Tuesday, February 17

• Ramadan begins (through March 18)
• • Room 23 available at lunch for fasting students
• School Council Meeting
• • Time: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
  • Location: Learning Commons
  • Presentation on the School Development Plan

Wednesday, February 18

• Clubs and Teams Photos for the Yearbook
• Literacy Homeroom
• Optional SJAM Fun Lunch
• Paul Davis presentations
• • Student assembly (afternoon)
  • Parent presentation at 6:00 PM

Thursday, February 19

• SJAM Band Concert
• • Concert: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
  • Doors Open: 5:30 PM
  • Musician Arrival: 5:00 PM

View Our Calendar for all upcoming events.