Say Cheeze… Picture Retakes October 28

Did your child miss picture day? Does your child need to have their picture retaken? If so, picture retakes will happen on October 28 starting at 9:15 a.m.

W.O. Mitchell School Welcomes Student Teachers!

We are pleased to welcome Spanish Bilingual student teachers Srta. Pimienta, Srta. Leach, Sr. Crane, and Sr. Perez to the W.O. Mitchell School community! 

Our U of C and St. Mary’s University student teachers will be joining classrooms for two teaching placements: October 27 to December 11 and February 16 to April 23.

We look forward to supporting our student teachers as they develop their teaching practice and contribute to the learning experiences of our students.

Remembrance Day Ceremony | Families Welcome

W.O. Mitchell School will hold our Remembrance Day ceremony on Tuesday, November 10, at 10:45 a.m. to honour those who have served and sacrificed and to reflect on the importance of remembrance and peace.

Families are warmly invited to join us for this meaningful occasion.

Ceremony details:

  • Poppies will be available in the school office.
  • Families are asked to arrive at the gym by 10:40 a.m.
  • We will observe two minutes of silence at 11:00 a.m.
  • Students who participate in Cadets, Scouts, or Guides are welcome to wear their uniforms.

We look forward to coming together as a school community to remember, reflect, and honour those who have served.

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!

Playground Fundraising Project Donations

Thank you to our incredible W.O. Mitchell school community for your continued support of our Playground Fundraising Project!

Through grant applications and community donations, we have raised over $265,000 toward our $415,000 fundraising goal! This is an exciting milestone, bringing us closer to creating a welcoming, engaging, and inclusive outdoor play space for current and future W.O. Mitchell students.

Our goal is to raise the remaining $150,000 by the end of the school year, supporting our plans for playground installation during the summer months.

We would like to thank the Cook, Bieber, and Gemeroy families for their recent contributions to the project.

Every contribution brings us one step closer to making this vision a reality. Thank you for your ongoing generosity, partnership, and commitment to our school community!

Families and community members who wish to contribute to our Playground Project can make a donation through Parks Foundation Calgary.

How to Donate:

Important Donation Information:

  • Online donations are subject to a third-party service fee.
  • For larger donations, cheque or offline credit card payment is recommended to help reduce processing fees. Donors can use the Donation Form for these options.
  • Tax receipts are issued immediately for online donations and within six weeks for eligible offline donations over $100.

Thank you for your continued support! Participation in all fundraising activities is voluntary, and we recognize and appreciate the many ways families contribute to our school community.

W.O. Mitchell Parent Society

Correction to - School Council Fall Fundraiser Updates & Casino Night

Corrected information - If you have any questions about volunteering for our casino or our Purdys Chocolates and FundScrip Gift Card fundraisers, please contact womfundraising@gmail.com

Fundraising Updates & Casino Volunteers Needed!

Hola W.O. Mitchell Families,

Our W.O. Mitchell School Council and Parent Society are reaching out with an important volunteer opportunity and updates on our fundraising initiatives.

Casino Fundraiser – We Need Your Support!

Our upcoming casino fundraiser takes place on November 11 and 12, 2026, at Cowboys Casino. This is our school's largest fundraising opportunity, with the potential to raise more than $60,000 to support student learning opportunities, resources, and school initiatives.

We currently need seven additional volunteers for the evening shift on Thursday, November 12. Filling these remaining positions is essential to ensuring that our Parent Society can successfully participate in this important fundraising event. Without sufficient volunteer coverage, our ability to proceed with this fundraising opportunity may be at risk.

If you are available to volunteer, or know a family member, friend, neighbour, or community member who may be interested in helping, we would greatly appreciate your support.

Casino Details:

Dates: November 11 & 12, 2026

Location: Cowboys Casino, 421 12 Avenue SE, Calgary

Volunteers Needed: Seven positions on the evening of November 12

You do not require a police clearance to volunteer at our Casino Fundraiser

Click here to sign up as a casino volunteer

Every volunteer makes a meaningful difference in supporting our school community!

Holiday Fundraisers Are Underway!

Our holiday fundraising initiatives are also underway! This week, students will be bringing home information about this year's Purdys Chocolates and FundScrip Gift Card fundraisers.

Both programs are available online, making it easy for families who wish to participate. Please refer to the information sent home with your child for ordering details.

Corrected information - If you have any questions about volunteering for our casino or our Purdys Chocolates and FundScrip Gift Card fundraisers, please contact womfundraising@gmail.com

Thank you for your continued generosity, involvement, and support of our W.O. Mitchell school community. Together, we help create meaningful opportunities for our students.

Con gratitud,

W.O. Mitchell School Council and Parent Society 

Important Dates:

October 28 – Picture Retake Day 9:15-12:00

October 29 – Grade 3 Field Trip (Telus Spark)

October 30 – Halloween Extravaganza (Optional – Student & Staff Costumes)

November 6 – AHS Grade 6 Vaccinations 10:00 a.m.

November 9 – Grade 6 Field Trip (Field of Crosses)

November 10 – Remembrance Day Assembly 10:45 a.m.-11:45 a.m.

November 11-13 – Fall Break (No School)

November 17 – School Council Meeting

November 18 – Announced Lockdown (Supported by CPS)

November 19 – Grade 5 Trip to Heritage Park

November 23 – Fun Lunch (Edo)

November 24 – School Council Meeting 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.  (Hybrid Format)

November 25 – Grade 3 Trip Bow River Habitat Station

November 26 – Parent Teacher Conferences 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Kindergarten No School Grade 1-6 Regular Day

November 27 – Parent Teacher Conferences (Non-Instructional Day)

December 2 – Grade 1 & 2 Musical 2:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.