First School Council Meeting
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our first School Council meeting on Thursday, September 25 at 9:00 a.m.! We were so pleased to have a strong and diverse turnout representing the many communities our schools serve. Together, we engaged in thoughtful conversations about how we can continue to enhance the educational experience for all of our students.
Highlights from our discussion included:
- Strengthening communication about student learning
- Ideas for celebrating diversity within our school community
- Activities families would like to see for students and parents
To help make meetings accessible for all families, we will be alternating meeting times between mornings (9:00 a.m.) and afternoons (3:45 p.m.).
Next Meeting
Thursday, October 23
3:45–4:30 p.m.
James Short Memorial Staffroom
Snacks and babysitting will be provided.
We look forward to seeing you there—your voice matters, and your input helps shape our school community. Minutes from Thursday’s meeting are attached:
School Council Meeting Summary.pdf
Our School Survey
Please see the attached letter regarding the Our School survey that will be completed at school next week.
OurSCHOOL-Survey-Parent-Letter-2025-26.pdf
Non-Instructional Days
There is NO SCHOOL for students on Monday, September 29 and Tuesday September 30. Teachers will be busy with professional learning on Monday.
Tuesday is a non-instructional day for students and teachers to observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day.
The City of Calgary will be hosting events on September 30th. Check out the link here.
Walking Field Trips
Field trips within walking distance from G. W. Skene can compliment classroom learning. Please see attached Walking Field Trip letter outlining our walking guidelines:
Upcoming Events
September 29 – Professional Learning Day (No School)
September 30 – National Truth and Reconciliation Day (No School)