December 12
As we head into the final week before the winter break, our school is feeling full of excitement, anticipation, and big emotions. This time of year brings joy and energy, but it can also feel overwhelming for some students. We are reminding everyone to show empathy, kindness, and care for one another as we move through these busy and cold days.
We continue to encourage our students to recognize when they need a little extra space or a quiet moment, and to offer that same understanding to their peers. We use our words to share with each other how we are feeling so that everyone can access what they need to stay regulated. These are important skills that help us nurture a school community where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued.
Thank you for your ongoing partnership and for helping us create a warm and caring environment for all our students.
Food Bank Donations
This year West Springs School is collecting food items for the Calgary Food Bank from now until December 19, 2025.
There are collection boxes just outside the office. The Food Bank has specifically requested pasta, canned tomatoes, peanut butter, diapers, and formula as part of their Holiday Wish List.
Thank you for offering your donations!
Transportation Reminders: With the colder wintry weather there is a greater possibility of bus delays due to road conditions or absence relief because of driver illness. Parents should review this CBE website page, https://www.cbe.ab.ca/schools/busing-and-transportation/Pages/weather-advisory.aspx, for most up to date information.
Please remember that the school must be notified of any changes to parent/guardian contact information throughout the year. We must be able to get ahold of families if needed. We also require at least one other Emergency Contact be listed in PowerSchool so that if we are unable to get a hold of you, we would call these contacts next. They do not need to live in Calgary necessarily but are people who can be contacted in an emergency.
Countdown to Kindergarten: On January 12, 2026, registration opens for kindergarten, as well as for new Grade 1 – 12 students for the 2026-2027 school year. Read more here: https://westsprings.cbe.ab.ca/news/countdown-to-kindergarten-learning-starts-here--20251128001526
On the Horizon
- Dec 17 Red & Green Day
- Dec 18 Festive Head & Toe Day
- Dec 19 PJ & Stuffy Day
- Dec 14 - 22 Hanukkah
- Dec 20 – Jan 4 Schools closed for Winter Break
- Dec 21 Winter Solstice
- Dec 21 Yule
- Dec 25 Christmas Day
- Dec 26 – Jan 1 Kwanzaa
- January 5 School resumes