Good afternoon SVS families.
I want to take a moment to acknowledge the challenges we are all facing during the current teacher strike. We know this disruption has impacted student learning and well-being, and we deeply appreciate your patience, understanding, and continued support.
As a school community, our commitment to your children remains unwavering. We recognize how difficult it is for students to be away from their routines, their teachers, and their peers. Please know that we are thinking of them and are eager to welcome them back as soon as possible.
For the time being, please visit the labour action page for any updates. As teachers and principals will not have access to their routine communication means, this site will provide any key pieces of information for families. What we do know is all events from Oct 6-31 are cancelled. Decisions about future events will be made once regular operations resume.
We began the school year with such a strong and positive start, and we are optimistic that we will return shortly to continue building on that momentum however, there is no estimation of a return time at this moment. When we do, our focus will be on re-establishing a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment for all students that is aligned with the Calgary Board of Education’s well-being goals and our shared values.
We would also like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all of our families for your ongoing support during this time. Your encouragement, care, and supply of treats mean so much to our staff. A special thank you to our School Council for your continued advocacy, thoughtful communication, and commitment to our school community. Your leadership and partnership are truly appreciated.
We look forward to brighter days ahead and to seeing your children back in school soon.
Sincerely,
Chris Hooper EdD
Principal, Simons Valley School
Key Dates and Information
CBE Child & Youth Well-Being Webinar Series
The Calgary Board of Education invites all parents and guardians to join a live online series on supporting child and youth well-being. The series is hosted by the Recovery Alberta Community Education Service (CES) Program in collaboration with local experts from the Calgary community. Please follow the link to register: Child & Youth Well-Being Family & Caregiver Series
- Oct 15 – Mental Health & Youth (11:00 am)
- Oct 20 – Cyber Safety (6:30pm)
- Oct 21– ADHD is Awesome! (2:00pm)
- Oct 22 - Executive Functioning for Parents (1:00pm)
- Oct 22 – Vaping: What’s Really Going On? (6:30pm)
- Oct 29 – Understanding Your Child’s Worries Through a Strength-Based Lens (6:00pm)
- Oct 30 – Navigating Performance Pressure in Youth (6:30pm)
Casino Volunteers Needed – November 15 & 16, 2025
Simons Valley School has once again been awarded a fundraising casino – and we need your help to make it a success!
📍 Location: Ace Casino Airport 📅 Dates: November 15–16, 2025
Our last casino raised essential funds that directly supported student programs and enrichment opportunities. No police clearance is needed, and any adult (18+) can volunteer — so feel free to recruit family, friends, and neighbors!
👉 Click here to sign up via SignUpGenius
Thank you in advance for supporting our school community!