Dear Parents and Guardians,

We are currently in the middle of planning for the 2025/26 school year as we have received our budget which has been significantly reduced due to the Grade 6 classes moving back into our elementary feeder schools. We are looking at a significant reduction in funding resulting in us having to surplus staff. This process is very regulated and supportive for staff who will be placed in other schools. We do not anticipate that any of our staff will not be employed by the CBE next year.

Losing staff will have an impact on the timetable and extra-curricular activities next year. Whereas we always want to offer as many diverse options as possible, we will be limited by the lower number of staff in our building next year. This will also have an impact on after school activities and clubs as we potentially will not be able to offer the same diverse offering of activities before and after school.

Having said all this, we will continue to offer all students the same high level of instruction of all core subjects, especially Spanish. We will have excellent learning leaders who will support our staff and students to achieve their potential, and our Orgullo Bronco Pride culture will continue to flourish.

Thank you for all your support and understanding in this transition process. Do not hesitate to contact me directly if you have any specific questions or concerns.

Have an enjoyable Easter break.

Sr. Ludwigsen, Principal

Monday, April 21

ALL DAY

  • NO SCHOOL – Teacher Professional Learning Day – Language Symposium

Tuesday, April 22

ALL DAY

  • Earth Week Spirit week – Dress up inspired by nature

LUNCH

  • Student Council | Room 26 | Lunch Time
  • Gay Straight Alliance Meetings – Room 12 | Lunch Time
  • Que Pasa Rehearsal | Room 03 | Lunch Time
  • Grade 8 Badminton Practice | Main Gym | Lunch Time

AFTER SCHOOL

  • Peter and the Starcatcher Rehearsal - 3:00-4:30 (check Google Classroom to see if/when you are needed!)
  • Grade 9 Badminton Practice in the Main Gym from 3:00pm to 4:30pm
  • Grade 8 Band Rehearsal | 3-4 pm

Wednesday, April 23

ALL DAY

  • Earth Week Spirit week – The Great Gulp! At announcements time we will all take a sip at the same time! Bring your reusable water container!

LUNCH

  • Science Club: Room 6 🔬
  • Climbing Club
  • Wellness Action Team Meeting in Room 31
  • Grade 6 Badminton Practice | Main Gym | Lunch Time

AFTER SCHOOL

  • Tech Theatre Club - 3:00 to 3:45 in Room 3
  • Jazz Band rehearsal | 3:00 PM to 3:50 PM
  • Club de Español | Room 22 | 3:05 to 4:00
  • Grade 7 Badminton Practice | Main Gym | 3:00pm to 4:30pm
  • Co-ed Football Team tryout #2 |Triwood Field | 3:00 – 4:30pm

Thursday, April 24

ALL DAY

  • Earth Week Spirit week – Learn from and With Nature on Take me Outside Day – Dress for the weather!

LUNCH

  • Healthy Hunger Lunch - Subway
  • Eco Broncos | Learning Commons
  • Yearbook | Room 27
  • Grade 9 Badminton Practice | Main Gym | Lunch Time

AFTER SCHOOL

  • Peter and the Starcatcher Rehearsal - 3:00-4:30 (check Google Classroom to see if/when you are needed!)
  • Grade 9 Band Rehearsal | 3:00 PM to 3:50 PM
  • Grade 6 Badminton Practice | Main Gym | 3:00pm to 4:30pm
  • Co-ed Football Team tryout #3 |Triwood Field | 3:00 – 4:30pm

Friday, April 25

ALL DAY

Day 1

  • Earth Week Spirit week – Bring your Zero Waste Lunch – If you’re spotted by an Eco Bronco, you might get a prize.
  • Grades 8/9 Badminton Teams Tournament, 1:00 – 3:00 PM

Complementary Course Sign Up is Coming at the End of this Month

As we prepare for the 2025–2026 school year, it’s time for students to select their Top 5 complimentary course choices. Option courses are a fantastic way for students to explore interests beyond the core curriculum—whether it’s trying something completely new, building a skill, or discovering a hidden passion.

While we will do our very best to place each student in the courses they’ve selected, please note that placement is not guaranteed and depends on factors like class size, safety, scheduling, and overall demand. That’s why it’s important to approach this process with an open mind.

Junior high is the perfect time to try new things—even courses you may not have considered at first! Some of the best experiences come from stepping outside your comfort zone. You might just discover a talent or interest you didn’t know you had.

We’re excited to offer a wide range of engaging, hands-on complimentary courses, and we look forward to helping students make the most of their junior high journey.

The School Play is Looking for Donations!

The cast of Peter and the Starcatcher has been hard at work since January preparing our first school play, based on the hilarious and charming novel by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson. As we assemble our sets and costumes, we are seeking the following donations, OR leads on where to find these on a minimal budget:

  • ONE dresser with drawers (do not have to match, can be weathered or in imperfect condition)
  • One standing coat/hat rack
  • Large cooking utensils (i.e. whisks, spatulas, barbecue utensils, manual eggbeaters etc.)
  • Fabric in any/all textures and colour, will be used to sew mermaid tails.

If we have your permission to paint the dressers and/or coat rack, we would appreciate it, however if not, we will return them in the same condition. Cooking utensils will be labelled, used as props, and returned after the show closes at the beginning of June.

Thank you so much for your support, and please reach out to Paisley at pcnewburn@cbe.ab.ca if you have any questions.

🌎Eco Broncos Update 🌎

Calling All Eco Leaders!

We are always looking for energetic and passionate students to join our Eco Broncos club. We meet every Thursday at lunchtime in the Learning Commons, and all students are welcome to be part of our mission to make SPB greener!

Lunch Kit Tip of the Week

Your Eco Broncos and Grade 7 Leadership would like to bring to your attention a huge environmental problem of food waste! WATCH THIS VIDEO

Gauss Math Contest

We excited to share that our school is preparing for the Gauss Math Contest, a national competition for Grade 7 and 8 students created by the Centre for Education in Mathematics and Computing at the University of Waterloo. The contest is designed to challenge students and build their interest and confidence in math through engaging, thought-provoking problem-solving.

  • The contest will take place on May 14 at 11:15 a.m.
  • Students who are interested must register with their math teacher by April 22.

Do You Sew?

The crew of Peter and the Starcatcher would welcome your expertise! Our first school play requires a couple of costumes that are a bit more advanced than our tech team can manage, and we are searching for parents with some available time to help us construct these items. If you are available and interested in sharing your talents, please reach out to Paisley at pcnewburn@cbe.ab.ca for more details!

SPB Yearbook Sale – Don't Miss Out!

Be sure to order before May 2 to guarantee your Yearbook.

How to Order:
Visit https://ybpay.lifetouch.ca/ and enter ID code 15084525

School Planning Engagement      

The result of the recent School Planning Engagement survey can now be found on our website.

Whole School Yearbook Art contest due April 10

Does your child love drawing? Invite them to participate in the Yearbook art contest. The winning piece will be published on page 2 of the Yearbook. The theme is “What does Orgullo Bronco Pride mean to you”. Portrait format.

Request for Donations of Climbing Holds

We are excited to announce that we are planning to reset the walls in our climbing gym. To provide even more opportunities for our students, we aim to have two routes per wall. However, in order to achieve this, we are in need of additional climbing holds.

If you have any climbing holds (rocks) at home that you would be willing to donate to the school, we would greatly appreciate it. Your contribution will help us enhance the climbing experience for all students.

Thank you for your support, and please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.

Best regards,

Physical Education Team

Next SPB School Council Meetings (3rd Wednesday of the month)

  • Wednesday, May 21, 2025
  • Wednesday, June 18, 2025

Calgary Caribbean Youth Summit

We are excited to invite your support in sharing Youth Summit 2025 with students and families in your school community! This free, city-wide event is a unique opportunity for youth to explore identity, well-being, leadership, and future planning through a vibrant, community-centered experience.

Event Details

📅 Date: Saturday, May 3, 2025
⏰ Time: 9:45 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: YouthLink Calgary Police Interpretive Centre (5111 47 Street NE, Calgary, AB)
🎟️ Register!

Open to youth ages 12–23, with a focus on racialized youth and their families, the Summit offers:
🌟 Diverse breakout sessions & panel discussions
🎤 Inspiring speakers and community leaders
🎨 A resource fair, live performances, music, and food
🎁 Prizes and interactive activities to keep youth engaged

2025 Theme

“Providing Opportunities for Success through Information, Resources, and Connections.”

This initiative is a collaboration between the Calgary Caribbean Youth Summit and the Calgary Police Service, with the shared goal of supporting youth in building strong, informed, and connected futures.

🔹 IG: @cc_youth_summit_yyc

🔹 FB: YouthSummitC3

🔹 TikTok: @yyc.youth.summit