Sept 2, 2022 Welcome Back To Grade One

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Dear Parents,

Welcome to Grade One! We are sure this year will be exciting, interesting, and packed with fun-filled activities.  Here is some general information about getting ready for Grade One.

Shoes

All students need a pair of inside shoes, which are to stay at school.  These shoes should be appropriate for games and activities in the gym. This year students will also be involved in games and activities during a daily fresh air break (FAB) outside, weather permitting.  Please take this into consideration when choosing outdoor footwear for your child. 

Snack/Lunch

Please pack a small healthy snack (fruit, vegetables, cheese & crackers, etc.) for our nutrition/snack break. In addition to this please send your child with lunch if they will be staying at the school during the lunch hour. We strongly encourage you to use a reusable drink and food containers as we strive to teach our students respect for our environment. Please send your child with their own labeled water bottle. 

Home/ School Communication Folders

Each student will receive a labeled zippered bag for the year.  These will be used daily to transport notices and important messages with you. Your child will also bring home their library and home reading books in these folders. 

Labeling

To ensure that your child’s personal items are easily identified please clearly label belongings such as lunch bags, water bottles, hoodies, etc. 

Blog

Each week we will post a message on this Blog. Please check this blog weekly for updates, reminders, important information etc. 

Pick-Up Routine Changes

In the event that your child’s school departure routines are going to be changed (pick-ups, playdates, etc.) we ask that you please notify your child’s teacher and our school office in writing or by email with as much notice as possible. 

Thank you for all your help and cooperation to make this year a success for all!  Please remember, if you have any questions or concerns please feel free to email me at jlhayes@cbe.ab.ca  or send a note in your child’s zippered bag. Please note email is the easiest way to reach us we do not check phone messages during instructional time.

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