Levanta tu bandera | Artists in Residence with Paloma Negra La Aventurera, May 2025
Connecting students with musicians adds tremendous learning opportunities, particularly when it bridges students to sounds and languages beyond their local communities. In this residency, W. O. Mitchell students harnessed their Spanish language skills and creativity to compose a song with award winning artists, Paloma Negra, Fredy Rivas, and Jonathan Martínez. Together, they generated lyrics that expressed an expansive view of family that is built on bonds of commitment, love, and shared life experiences. The music video, Levanta tu bandera, captures the vibrancy of this learning experience.
The video has been posted to the School Showcase:https://womitchell.cbe.ab.ca/school-showcase
Hello from, the Learning Commons!
Students and staff were welcomed into the library this week to exchange books and check out new resources, and it was wonderful to see the excitement! The welcome from students and staff was warm and appreciated, and I look forward to getting to know the community of readers at W.O. Mitchell.
Many students have overdue books and have been asked to keep newly signed-out books in their classrooms until overdue books return from home. Please have a look for any of the school library books at home. A reminder will be sent for those with overdue books, so you know what titles to look for.
I look forward to connecting with each of your children to discover their favourite reads in the upcoming weeks. I hope you all get the chance to cozy up with a book this weekend.
Sra. Jocelyn
Holiday Christmas Hampers for W.O. Mitchell Families in Need
As we enter the holiday season, W.O. Mitchell School is once again preparing Holiday Hampers to support families in our community.
This year, we kindly ask for gift card donations to a local grocery store or Chapters/Indigo. All donations will be shared confidentially and anonymously with families in need.
If your family would benefit from a holiday hamper, please contact Sra. Moreau or Sr. Scott for confidential support.
If you are able to contribute, please drop off gift cards at the main office before Wednesday, December 17.
Thank you for your continued generosity and care for the W.O. Mitchell School community.
Patroller Safety
Please keep an eye out for our patrollers, follow all posted signs, and model safe driving and crossing behaviour. Your support helps ensure a safe and positive experience for our young leaders and our school community.
Parent - Teacher Conferences (In person)
Conference Dates:
- Wednesday, November 27 | 4:30–7:30 p.m.
- Thursday, November 28 | 8:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Booking is now open. We look forward to connecting with you about your child’s growth and learning.
Lost and Found
During Parent-Teacher conferences our lost and found items will be displayed for families in the hallway. Teachers will also take their classes to find lost objects. Any unclaimed items will then be donated.
El Centro de Bienestar | The Wellness Centre
W. O. Mitchell has redesigned a space in the office that is dedicated to student wellness. It includes a library of books on emotions, growth mindset, conflict resolution, and wellbeing. Students can also access art supplies, sensory toys, and a stationary bike for moments when they need support to self-regulate or access a place of quiet and calm.
Reporting Student Absences
Please remember to call the attendance line if your child will be away:
403-777-6100 ext. 1
School Spirit Wear
We are happy to announce that we have Spirit Wear with our new logo available to purchase through our school website. For more information, please visit: Merchandise - W.O. Mitchell School (cbe.ab.ca)
We have been able to acquire a few samples for sizing. If you would like to try a sample before ordering, please visit the office. The turn-around time from order to picking up or sending the order is around 3 weeks.
Important Dates:
November 26 – Grade 6 Vaccines
November 27 – Parent Teacher Conferences
November 27 – Healthy Hunger Spolumbo’s www.helathyhunger.ca
November 28 – Non-instruction Day for Parent Teacher Conferences
December 1-5 – Grade 6 Open Minds Bird Sanctuary field trip
December 3 – Grade 1 & 2 Winter Concert 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
December 11 – Individual Photo Retakes
December 11– Grade 2 Leighton Art Centre field trip
December 15 – Healthy Hunger Edo’s www.helathyhunger.ca
December 16 – Grade 1 TELUS Spark field trip