Dear Woodman Families:
The first week of school is an important time to build new relationships with teachers and peers and develop new routines for learning. In our opening assembly, we communicated our vision for making Woodman a great place to learn for each student. We shared expectations for kind treatment of others, excellence in learning, and fully embracing the new challenges that await. Students have been responding very positively to these messages.
Digital Citizenship Contract
The ethical use of technology is a foundational aspect of education at the middle school level. We anticipate reduced peer conflict, social anxiety, and distraction with the legislated changes related to Personal Mobile Devices in schools. The Woodman Digital Citizenship Contract 2025-2026 Woodman PMD Contract_25-26.pdf was included in the opening package that families received this week. Please review the contract with your child over the next week and return a signed copy (parent and student) to homeroom teachers by Fri. Sept. 12. This contract is retained in the main office to reference with students should reminders of our expectations be needed.
Attendance Notifications
Please notify the school office if your student is going to be Absent, Late, or Leaving Early (before classes start if possible), by sending an email* (preferred) or calling the number below.
- Email | WoodmanAttendance@cbe.ab.ca (type student's first & last name in subject line)
- Voice mail | 403-777-7490 press ext. 1 (clearly say student's first & last name and grade, then spell last name)
Due to high call volumes, please try to avoid calling the office directly. For more information on attendance, see our website:
https://school.cbe.ab.ca/school/woodman/culture-environment/conduct/attendance/pages/default.aspx
Due: Sept. 9 Order Woodman Physical Education (PE) Clothing
This is the last week that the online store is open, closing on midnight on Tues., September 9th. Woodman strongly encourages students to wear a Woodman shirt and shorts/sweats. Families may also recycle Woodman clothing from past years or opt for a red shirt and black bottoms. Please email Athletics/PE Learning Leader, Mr. Heron, with any questions (caheron@cbe.ab.ca)
https://woodman-school-fall-2025.itemorder.com/shop/home/
Terry Fox Run – Fri. Sept. 19
Families are welcome to meet up on the field to cheer on our Wolves as they run for a good cause, the Terry Fox Cancer Foundation. Donations will be collected by bringing a “Toonie for Terry”, commencing next week, by PE teachers. Links for online donations will be circulated soon. Students will run in homeroom Packs, dressed in a creative theme that identifies their Pack. Healthy refreshments will be provided to students.
Save the Dates!
Two important family orientation events are planned for September, in order to provide you with as much relevant information as possible:
- Thurs. Sept. 18, 6:30-8:00 pm – “Meet Woodman Night”
- School tours and grade team presentations
- Woodman Music Parents’ Association Meeting (8:00 pm)
- Tues. Sept. 23, School Council Meeting, 7:00 pm (Learning Commons)
- Special Presentation by U of C professor, “AI and the Future of Learning”
Students on Individualized Program Plans (IPPs)
During the first weeks of September, the Student Learning Team is busy reviewing student files, studying last year’s goals and accommodations, and supporting students as they transition into a new school year. Key teachers are assigned to students on IPPs during the month of September. Teachers appreciate time to get to know their students first, after which they will reach out to parents with a call or email. Students with special learning needs will be provided with meeting time with the IPP key teacher to set goals together; these meetings will be held on Mon. Sept. 29 (non-instructional day).
Gr. 5-6 Noon Supervision Fees
Registration for Gr. 5-6 lunchroom services is mandatory. Following registration, fees will be available for payment, later in the fall. Please register in MyCBE/PowerSchool.
Alliance Francaise Calgary
Families wishing to provide enrichment opportunities for students learning French may wish to learn more about the following classes through Alliance Francaise Calgary:
- Group Classes (A1.1 to B1.7): Perfect for complete beginners, A1.1 is an ideal introduction to French for your teen. Students will learn the basics through engaging lessons and interactive activities, building a strong foundation for their French journey. 👉 More info here
- Back in action! Teens Club kicks off in late September — Fridays from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm for learning and fun in French.
- French Fun & Games (A2.1+): An interactive class combining board games, grammar practice, and lively conversations to make learning French enjoyable and effective. 👉 More info here
Haysboro Community Association News
The Haysboro Community Hall (1204 89 Avenue SW) is hosting a workshop called Project Your Voice on Sept 9th from 6:30-8pm for teens 14+. Participants will join Christy Herdman from CRATE Art Therapy for Project Your Voice — a hands-on, art-meets-action workshop where participants get to say what matters most to them! Participants design their own DIY light projector using LED lights and cell batteries. Creations will become part of a powerful public projection artwork this fall—lighting up city spaces with youth voices and ideas. Registration will be required here:
https://haysboro.getcommunal.com/parent_programs/2229
Woodman Athletic Schedules – Cross Country, Soccer, Basketball
We express our gratitude to teachers who volunteer their time in offering extra curricular athletic experiences to our Wolves. We are commencing with an intense season of try-outs and team selection for three sports – cross country, soccer and basketball. See the schedule of try-outs below. Acknowledgement or risk and other required forms will be circulated to students in the upcoming weeks.
Cross Country (Grade 6-9)
- Mme. Couture & Mme Walker
- Practice #1 - Thursday, Sept 4, 3:50 pm-4:20pm
- Practice #2 - Tuesday Sept 9,3:50 pm-4:20pm
- Meet #1 - Thursday Sept 11 @ Stanley Park 4:30-6:00pm
- Meet #2 - Tues Sept 16 @ North Glenmore Park 4:30-6:00pm
- Practice #3 - Thursday Sept 18, 3:50 pm-4:20pm
- Meet #3 - Mon Sept 22 @ North Glenmore Park 4:30-6:00pm
Girls & Boys Soccer (Grade 6-9)
- Girls Soccer (Mme. Reeves) Game Nights Monday/Wednesday
- Thursday, September 4th (4:00pm – 5:00pm)
- Monday, September 8th (4:00pm - 5:00pm)
- Wednesday, September 10th (8:15am – 9:00am)
- Boys Soccer (M. Mouhmoud) Game Nights Tuesday/Thursday
- Thursday, September 4th (4:00pm – 5:00pm)
- Monday, September 8th (4:00pm - 5:00pm)
- Wednesday, September 10th (8:15am – 9:00am)
Boys Basketball (Grade 7-9)
- Senior Boys (Mr. Colbran)- Games Nights Monday/Wednesday
- Tuesday, September 9th (8:00am-9:00am) - GR. 8 & 9
- Thursday, September 11th (8:00am - 9:00am) - GR 8 & 9
- Junior Boys (Mr. Heron) - Game Nights Monday/Wednesday
- Tuesday, September 9th (4:00pm - 5:00pm) - GR. 7
- Thursday, September 11th (4:00pm-5:00pm) - GR 7
Girls Basketball (Grade 7-9)
- Senior Girls (Ms. Maxx)- Game Nights Tues/Thurs
- Monday, September 8th (4:00pm-5:00pm) - GR 8 & 9
- Wednesday, September 10th (8:00am - 9:00am) - Gr 8 & 9
- Junior Girls (Ms.Welton) - Game Nights Tues/Thur
- Monday, September 8th (8:00am-9:00am) - GR 7
- Wednesday, September 10th (4:00pm - 5:00pm) - Gr 7
Important Dates
Fri. Sept. 12 B Day Options
Mon. Sept. 15 Lifetouch School Picture Day
Thurs. Sept. 18 Meet Woodman Night, 6:30 pm – everyone invited!
Woodman Music Parents’ Association AGM
Fri. Sept. 19 A Day Options
Terry Fox Run
Mon. Sept. 23 Woodman School Council Special Presentation, 7:00 pm
“Artificial Intelligence: The Future of Learning”
Thurs. Sept. 25 Grade 7 Wellness Retreat – Calgary Farmyard
Grade 7 Band Clinics, 4:00 pm
Mon. Sept. 29 CBE Non-Instructional Day
-IPP meetings between parents/teachers/students
Mon. Sept. 30 National Day for Truth and Reconciliation – No School