Thank You for Supporting Our Terry Fox Run!
A heartfelt thank-you to all our parent volunteers who helped make our Terry Fox Run a success, and to all the students and families who generously donated to support cancer research. Your time, enthusiasm, and generosity helped make this event a meaningful opportunity for our school community to come together in the spirit of Terry Fox’s legacy.
Our goal this year was to raise $2,600, and we are so grateful to everyone who contributed to this important cause. This year we raised $2713.68. Congratulations W.O. Mitchell! Thank you for helping us continue Terry’s Marathon of Hope!
Professional Learning Day | Monday, October 19
A reminder that Monday, October 19, is a non-instructional day. Our teachers will participate in a full day of collaborative professional learning alongside colleagues from four Spanish bilingual schools: W.O. Mitchell, Collingwood, Dalhousie, and Senator Patrick Burns.
Together, teachers will deepen their understanding of Spanish language acquisition pedagogy, with a focus on intentional instructional design that strengthens students' oral language development and literacy outcomes. The afternoon will be dedicated to exploring the new CBE Student Well-Being Framework, considering how we can foster supportive learning environments that strengthen students' sense of belonging, regulation, and resilience. This collaboration reflects our commitment to continuous professional growth and to ensuring that our students benefit from research-informed, responsive teaching practices.
Alberta Education Literacy and Numeracy Screening Assessments
Grade 1- 5 students have completed their Alberta Education screening assessments. If your child was absent during the screening window, they may not have results available for one or more assessments. For more information on these screeners, please refer to the Government of Alberta literacy and numeracy screening.
Individual screening results will be sent home in students' backpacks during the week of October 26. These assessments provide teachers with valuable information about students' developing literacy and numeracy skills. Alongside classroom observations, ongoing assessments, and student work, screening results help teachers identify individual strengths, recognize areas requiring additional support, and plan responsive instruction. By examining this data, teachers can make informed decisions about instructional strategies, targeted interventions, and opportunities for enrichment. These assessments represent one important source of information within a broader picture of each child's learning and growth. We encourage families to review the results and discuss any questions with their child's teacher during our upcoming Parent-Teacher Conferences on November 26 and 27.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support.
Halloween Reminders
Halloween is just around the corner! As a reminder, our school follows CBE nutrition guidelines and, therefore, candy, treats, and other food items may not be distributed at school. We appreciate your support in helping us maintain healthy school environments for all students.
Students may dress up in costume on October 30. We encourage creativity and fun while ensuring costumes remain appropriate for a school setting. Please remember that costumes must be:
- Respectful and inclusive of all cultures, identities, and beliefs.
- Free of masks that cover the face.
- Free of weapons or weapon replicas.
- Free of violent, graphic, or gory themes
We look forward to seeing our students showcase their creativity and school spirit!
October 20 School Council & Parent Society Meeting - You’re Invited! / ¡Está Invitado! W.O. Mitchell School Council Meeting / Reunión del Consejo Escolar
- Date / Fecha: Tuesday, October 20 at 7:00 p.m.
- Location / Lugar: Online & W.O. Mitchell School Staffroom (Hybrid Format)
- Teams meeting link will be sent to families on Tuesday, October 20
Casino Volunteers Needed - November 11 & 12!
Our casino fundraiser raises over $60,000 to support W.O. Mitchell students through residencies, learning resources, technology, and other opportunities!
Thank you to the 29 parent volunteers that have signed up to run our casino. We are still in need of 11 volunteers by Friday, October 30 to help make this important fundraiser a success. A variety of roles are available, food is provided, and no previous casino experience, volunteer clearance, or security clearance is required.
When: November 11 & 12
Where: Cowboys Casino, 421 12 Ave SE
How: Sign-up here to volunteer
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054AAAAC2DA1FCC52-65678698-cowboys
Questions? Contact Jayme MacFarlane Casino Chair: jaymeleighmacfarlane@outlook.com) for more information.
Thank you for your ongoing support of our school community!
Next Fun Lunch October 22 (Domino’s)
Fun Lunches are offered throughout the year through Healthy Hunger, with a portion of proceeds supporting the school. Our Fun Lunch dates are:
- October 22, 2026 – Domino’s
- November 23, 2026 – Edo
- December 16, 2026 – Spolumbo’s
- January 18, 2027 – Mary Brown’s
- February 25, 2027 – Domino’s
- March 30, 2027 – Edo
- April 19, 2027 – Chopped Leaf
- May 27, 2027 – Booster Juice
- June 21, 2027 – Mr. Pretzel
To participate:
1. Register at www.healthyhunger.ca
2. Order by midnight five days before the event.
If your child is absent on Fun Lunch day:
- Please contact the school before 10:30 AM if you wish to pick up their lunch (available after 1:30 PM).
- If we do not hear from you, the lunch will be donated.
- Refunds are not available for absences.
For questions, contact Healthy Hunger parent support at womcalgaryfunlunch@gmail.com www.healthyhunger.ca
Lost and Found
Please consider labeling your child’s clothing / water bottles so that we can reconnect lost and found items with the appropriate child. Lost & found items are displayed in the hall by the main office. All unclaimed lost and found items will be donated at the end of each month.
Changing Weather
As cooler days approach, please ensure your student(s) are dressed for the weather. This includes heavier coats and jackets, gloves and mittens and hats.
Important Dates:
October 12 – Thanksgiving Day
October 13 – Terry Fox Run 2:45 – 3:30 p.m.
October 14 - 21 – Grade 6A (Panrucker) Open Minds (City Hall)
October 19 – Non-Instructional Day
October 20 – School Council & Parent Society Meeting 7 p.m. (hybrid format)
October 22 – Fun Lunch Domino’s
October 28 – Picture Retake Day 9:00-12:00
October 29 – Grade 3 Field Trip (Telus Spark)
November 6 – AHS Grade 6 Vaccinations 10:00 a.m.
November 9 – Grade 6 Field Trip (Filed of Crosses)
November 10 – Remembrance Day Assembly