Good afternoon Simons Valley families, 

Here are a few important reminders and updates: 

Key Dates – September/October 2025 

·         Sept 19 – TONIGHT is Panago Pizza Night 

·         Sep 25 - Terry Fox Run (Please wear yellow in support of Kids Cancer Care) 

·         Sep 25 – Meet the teacher night (5:30-7:30)- See below for more information.

·         Sep 26 – PM Kindergarten Day 

·         Sep 29 – Professional Learning Day (NO SCHOOL) 

·         Sep 30 – National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (NO SCHOOL) 

·         Oct 1 – Orange Shirt Day 

📅 Click here to view the full school calendar 

Panago Pizza Night 

Tonight FRIDAY September 19th is our first Panago Pizza night of the school year. Use the code SCHOOL15 at the Beacon Hill location to save 15% and fundraise 15% back to SVS.  

THANK YOU for your support of SVS Panago Pizza night! The date next month is October 10th 

Meet The Teacher Night is coming up!  Thursday September 25, 2025  

·         Who:  All SVS families 

·         When: 5:30pm-7:30pm 

·         Where:  See sign up schedule 

·         How:  Sign up will begin Monday September 22 after 4:30pm on your My CBE account Student and Parent / Legal Guardian Sign In (cbe.ab.ca).    

Homeroom Teachers 

You will have 4 times to choose from each lasting 30 minutes. There will be a presentation from the teacher(s) then time for Q&A after. Teachers have teamed up so please make note of which room the meeting will take place as it might not be your child’s regular homeroom. 

Phys. Ed, Music, and French Teachers 

Ms. Garner, Mr. Collins, and Maddam Rossum will be in the Buffalo Space that evening. Feel free to stop by and to meet/ask question, no booking required.   

Hope to see you there! 

Terry Fox Run 

On the morning of Thursday September 25, 2025 Simons Valley School students and staff will participate in our annual Terry Fox run! 

Students are invited to bring a “Toonie for Terry” in support of cancer research fundraising and also wear YELLOW to bring awareness to childhood cancer…supporting students and families in our own community as well as across Canada.  

Thank you for your support! 

Introducing French at G.P. Vanier School – Grades 4-6 

We are excited to share that, through a federal grant, students in Grades 4-6 will now have the opportunity to learn French as a Second Language in partnership with G.P. Vanier School. We are fortunate to welcome Madam Blair Rossum as our new FSL teacher. 

French, as one of Canada’s two official languages, opens doors for students academically, culturally, and socially. Research shows that second-language learning strengthens problem-solving, literacy, and communication skills, while also fostering cultural understanding and future career opportunities (ATA Research Summary). 

This exciting program will provide our students with valuable skills and experiences that will serve them well throughout their education and beyond. 

Fun Snack’s and Lunches 

Fun snacks and lunches will start next month and can only be ordered through the Healthy Hunger website https://healthyhunger.ca/index.php  

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! 

Safe Morning Drop-Off Reminder 

As we begin a new school year, we want to ensure that all students arrive safely and smoothly each morning. Please help us keep drop-off safe for everyone by following these important guidelines: 

·         Use the designated drop-off zone only — do not stop in crosswalks, bus zones, or staff parking lots. 

·         Pull forward as far as possible in the drop-off lane to keep traffic moving. 

·         Stay in your vehicle — students should exit quickly and independently from the passenger side. 

·         Do not U-turn or back up in front of the school. 

·         Walkers should use sidewalks and crosswalks, following the directions of staff or patrols. 

·         Arrive on time — doors open at 8:52 and learning begins promptly at 9:02. 

Your cooperation keeps our school community safe and respectful for all. Thank you for modeling safe and caring citizenship for our students. 

Wishing you all a wonderful week ahead,  

Chris Hooper EdD 

Principal 

Simons Valley School