We hope your child has enjoyed a relaxing Friday.  Teachers were learning in many locations of the city today – with the annual CBE Languages Symposium, Well-Being Series and English Language Learning Support being highlights of the day.

Note the important messages for the upcoming week of Feb.2-6:

Staffing Changes

As a result of increased student enrollment, we look forward to adding more teaching support to the Grade 6 cohort.  Mme. Welton will be changing positions and joining Mme. McCurdy and M. Mouhmoud in Grade 6.  We welcome Mme. Massey back to Woodman, who will be teaching in the Late French 7 cohorts. Teachers have been actively planning for a smooth transition next week.

February Dates of Significance

As we prepare the walls and learning spaces of the school for the upcoming Open House on Feb. 5, we are reminded of the celebration and pride we hold for the diversity represented in our school.  When students welcome visitors into the building, they often speak of this theme.  We wish to highlight important commemorations and cultural dates of significance in February:

  • Black History Month
  • Valentines’ Day (Feb. 14)
  • National Flag of Canada Day (Feb. 15)
  • Family Day (Feb. 16)
  • First Day of Ramadan (Feb. 19)
  • World Day of Social Justice (Feb. 20)
  • International Mother Language Day (Feb. 21)
  • Pink Shirt, Anti-Bullying Day (Feb. 25)

Woodman Open House, Thurs. Feb. 5, 6:30-8:00 PM

Get the word out to neighbours, friends and family: the annual Woodman Open House will be a fun-filled evening in our school!  Arrive early, with formal introductions commencing at 6:30 pm in the main gym. All families are welcome, with parent information both and interactive student stations available for everyone. A special Late French Immersion parent session will be hosted at 7:00 pm. Student leaders have been recruited by teachers to participate in the evening (by invitation only).  Thank you for making transportation and family arrangements for their involvement, from 6:15-8:00 PM

See the Open House page for more details.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony - Mural of Memory and Meaning, Feb. 5, 7:30 PM

Many ideas, historical school artefacts, captions in heritage languages, and Indigenous consultation have been incorporated into the mosaic mural which is in its final stages of completion. Thank you to the parent volunteers and teachers that lent a helping hand to Michelena Bamford, artist-in-residence, and Mme. Rude in completing the final touches.  The mural will be installed in the north-east hallway on Monday morning.  The mural, and accompanying story board documenting the process, will be unveiled at the Open House on Thurs., Feb. 5th.  Interested family members are welcome to drop by for the occasion.

Human Sexuality Consent Forms

New provincial legislation has become effective this school year, that requires parental notification and opt-in consent for the instruction of human sexuality.  Keep posted for grade-specific details and consent forms that will be sent to parents this upcoming week.  The information will include learning outcomes and topics of discussion, as outlined in the Alberta program of studies. Human sexuality instruction will take place during Health class in the week of March 2-6, taught by students’ Physical Education teacher.

Calgary Bridge Foundation for Youth (CBFY) Supports

Woodman counts on strong partnership with CBFY, who provides a variety of supports and opportunities to students and families.  Note several current offerings:

  • After School Program, Tuesdays, 3:45-5:45 PM

Woodman School Poster

  • High School Presentation, Woodman School, Thurs. Feb. 5, 7:00-8:00 PM
    • Receive orientation on Canadian high school system and English language supports in Grade 10
  • Multicultural Fair, Lady of the Rockies High School, Fri. Feb. 20, 3:30-5:30 PM
    • Develop community and build positive leadership with other newcomer youth in Calgary – all ages welcome!

School Council January Meeting Minutes

Visit the School Council page to see the minutes from the meeting hosted on Tues. Jan. 12