Dear Parents and Guardians, 

This week, we highlighted student achievement in a pep rally that celebrated Bronco successes over the past weeks: We had two celebratory volleyball matches where the junior and senior girls’ teams took on the boys’ teams. The girls’ teams had the slight upper hand in both games. We also took time to reveal the banners for the robotics and volleyball successes that will be put up on our walls in the next couple of weeks. Furthermore, shoutouts were given to the math and pie number competitions’ winners and all winning students received rousing applause. We had a great time celebrating our fantastic successes. 

Next week, the Grade 9 Band students will be off to Vancouver and Kelowna to take part in a band festival and give several performances on the way, amongst others in a Spanish-speaking Senior Citizens Centre in Vancouver. I am delighted to be able to come along on this trip while Sra. Mandin will look after the school. 

Have a good week! 

Sr. Ludwigsen, Principal

Monday, April 22

LUNCH

• Badminton practice grade 6 11:50am to 12:25pm
• NO INTRAMURALS 

AFTER SCHOOL

• Badminton practice grade 8 3:00pm to 4:00pm
• Homework Club (HU Focus) in the Learning Commons from 3-4pm. 

Tuesday, April 23

 ALL DAY 

• Grade 7-14 &7-26 Field trip to Grotto Canyon (K-country) LUNCH
• Student Council | 11:50 am to 12:20 pm | Room 26
• Badminton practice grade 7 11:50am to 12:25pm
• NO INTRAMURALS 

AFTER SCHOOL

• Yearbook Club | 3:00 pm to 3:50 pm | Room 27.
• Grade 8 Band | 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
• Badminton practice grade 9 3:00pm to 4:30pm 

Wednesday, April 24

ALL DAY

• Grade 6 Art Trip – 6-03 LUNCH
• Eco Club Meeting in Room 13
• Gay Straight Alliance Meets in Room 12. All LGBTQ2S+ Youth and ALLIES WELCOME! Grade 7-9.
• Digital Broncos meet in room 31.
• Badminton practice grade 9 11:50am to 12:25pm
• NO INTRAMURALS 

AFTER SCHOOL

• Robotics Club in Robotics Lab under the stage from 3pm – 5pm
• Spanish Club | 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm in room 22
• Jazz Band | 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
• Drama Club 3:00-4:00 in room 03 CANCELLED
• Badminton practice grade 6 | 3:00pm to 4:15pm
• Cancel Art studio 3-4 pm in the Art room.
• GEET club 3-5pm Smoky eye market and eyelashes
• Homework Club (Math/Science Focus) in the Learning Commons from 3- 4pm. 

Thursday, April 25

All Day 

• Grade 7-09 & 7-25 Field trip to Grotto Canyon (K-country) LUNCH
• No Art studio
• Badminton practice grade 8 11:50am to 12:25pm
• NO INTRAMURALS
• Rock Jam in room 29 bring your own guitar and amplifier 

AFTER SCHOOL

• Homework Club (Math/Science Focus) in the Learning Commons from 3- 4pm.
• Grade 9 Band | 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
• Badminton practice grade 6 3:00pm to 4:00pm 

Friday, April 26 

• Happy Friday

Y Mind Program at YMCA

Hello Senator Patrick Burns School Parents, 

My name is Tina King, and I am a Y Mind Facilitator with YMCA Calgary. I wanted to share an amazing program with you called Y Mind! Y Mind is a FREE 7-week mental wellness program for teenagers (13-18 years old). The program aims to support and provide resources for teenagers experiencing mild to moderate levels of stress and/or anxiety. Y Mind is grounded on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Mindfulness and allows participants to learn more about different ways of how to manage their stress and anxiety. This program is facilitated by trained mental health professionals and there will always be two facilitators at each session. We have seen proven results nationally of reduced stress and anxiety related symptoms, increased overall wellbeing, and an increased ability to cope with difficult emotions. 

Participants will receive a workbook of all the activities done during the program, so they can review and practice at home. We do provide snacks for participants during the program and meet other individuals experiencing similar feelings. Upon completion of the program, participants would receive a Certificate of Program Completion and a free 2-month YMCA gym membership as improving one's physical wellbeing has shown that it improved mental wellbeing. 

Y Mind is generously supported by the Public Health Agency of Canada and the Alberta Government and allows us to offer the program at multiple locations throughout the city. The closest location to your school is the Rocky Ridge Y. We have information and intake sessions scheduled over the next couple of weeks; potential participants need to attend a session prior to confirming enrollment in this program. 

Individuals can learn more about our program on our website (ww.ymcacalgary.org/y-mind-mental-wellness-program) or complete a Formstack request (https://ymcacalgary.formstack.com/forms/ymind_intake_form_ymcacalgary) to sign up for our Information and Intake Sessions. Students 14 and older can self- register for the program without parental consent as well. Interested individuals can contact our general Y Mind email if they have any questions at ymind@ymcacalgary.org. 

Thank you for your time today. Please do not hesitate to contact our team if you have any questions. 

Take care,

Tina King (she/her)
Facilitator | YMCA Calgary Y Mind
YMCA Calgary, Community YMCA
180, 7555 Falconridge Blvd NE Calgary, AB T3J 0C9 T: 403-542-5959
E: tina.king@ymcacalgary.org 

You can still purchase your Yearbook!

Help us reach our sales goal, we are so close!

Purchase the Yearbook directly from Lifetouch (ybpay.lifetouch.ca ID 15084524). 

Gauss Math Contest for Grade 8 Students

We are excited to announce that it's almost time for Gauss! Gauss is the Grade 7 and 8 Math contest created by The Centre for Education in Mathematics and Computing.

According to the CEMC, the Gauss contests introduce students in Grades 7 and 8 to a broader perspective of mathematics in a fun, accessible way. Intriguing problems and a multiple- choice format make the Gauss

contests a wonderful opportunity for all participants to grow their interest in and get curious about the power of math. SIGN UP by APRIL 22 with your math teacher. 

Homework Club

A few gentle reminders for students attending Homework Club: 

• Students are expected to be working on schoolwork while in the Learning Commons
• Cell phones should be left in your lockers
• There is no food allowed in the Learning Commons 

Students may be asked to move along if they are not following Homework Club expectations. 

Wellness Symposium

We are still looking for presenters for the Wellness Symposium on May 24, if you or someone you know might be interested, please complete this form. We are looking for a wide range of sessions so if you are not sure about an idea, please contact Sra. Webb at mswebb@cbe.ab.ca.

Spanish Short Film Festival

We are thrilled to announce the inaugural Spanish Short Film Festival, set to take place on May 30th at Crescent Heights High School. This exciting event will showcase the creative talents of students from Senator Patrick Burns School, A.E. Cross School, Robert Warren School, Glenmeadows School and Crescent Heights High School. Short films, crafted in Spanish as part of Language Arts classes, will compete for awards including Best Film, Best Director, and Audience Choice. Two candidates from each grade, selected by a jury from Senator Patrick Burns School, will have the honor of representing their schools at Crescent Heights High School. This festival will be the perfect opportunity to celebrate the language skills and the artistic achievements of our students! 

Art Opportunities

G.E.T.T.(Girls Exploring Trade and Technology) for students in grade 7-9 This year Sra. Herrera is one out of ten teachers selected in Alberta to participate a G.E.T.T Try a trade activity.

“The Girls Exploring Trades & Technologies (GETT) program is a celebration of women in trade and technology careers. Throughout the GETT program, girls will gain a new perspective and be motivated to open their minds to the diverse career paths available to them.” 

Students will get the chance to test-drive careers and learn new skills through 4 different hands-on Try-A-Trade® Take-Out kits. Kits focus on careers in Sheet Metal, Woodworking, Aesthetics, and Refrigeration and include instructions and female-led tutorial videos. Each kit will include necessary materials and safety equipment for 25 students to complete all 4 activities. 

This opportunity is going to run as club after school, and it is going to be first come first serve for the first 25, students’ parent emails, will have guarantee spot per activity.

Calendar of Activities:

Free Photography Classes

Photography for YouthJoin our Photography Program to learn the art of visual storytelling and get a chance to showcase your work at an exhibition. https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/photography-for-youth-tickets- 846595418687?aff=ebdssbdestsearch  

Alberta Champions Competitions

Students grades 4-9 create a multimedia entry about great Albertans, catch the inspiration, start to emulate the champions, begin their community involvement, learn good citizenship, and can WIN GREAT PRIZES!

The contest is open to students from all schools in Alberta, from Grades 4-6 and Grades 7-9 .

This year, Grades 4 to 6 as well as Grades 7 to 9 may submit their choice of a story, essay, poetry, video, artwork, or other media which includes accompanying script. https://albertachampions.org/student-contest/  

Teen Art Cafe (Calgary Central Library) 

Explore how creativity can positively influence all aspects of our lives! Drop in and enjoy dedicated time to connect with other teens and express yourself through

visual art projects focused on the creative process rather than the end result. No previous experience needed. 

https://calgarylibrary.ca/events-and-programs/programs/teen-art-cafe