Dear Parents and Guardians,

On Tuesday, May 6, a dedicated group of students took the stage at the Jubilee Auditorium to share a spoken word and musical theatre performance for the annual Qué Pasa? Celebration. Alongside the other CBE Spanish bilingual schools, these students dedicated hours of time during their lunch hours to learn their lines, practice their blocking and choreography and sing their hearts out. Both pieces were taken from the hit musical, In the Heights by Lin-Manuel Miranda, which explores the vibrance and beauty of multicultural life in the barrio of Washington Heights, New York City. The students who attended embraced the opportunity to shine, both within the group and as individual performers, and the spirit of Orgullo Bronco Pride was evident throughout the day.

Thank you, Qué Pasa? Team under the leadership of our most talented drama teacher, Sra. Newburn, for showcasing your talents and creativity with the rest of our amazing Spanish bilingual community. We are so proud of the students that represent our school in the community, and we can’t wait to continue to build the tradition of theatre, drama and performance in all forms at Senator Patrick Burns School!

Sr. Ludwigsen, Principal

Monday, May 12

ALL DAY

• Calgary Climbing Center Field Trip. AM: 8-27, PM:7-08.

LUNCH

• Track and Field: 300m and discus tryouts

AFTER SCHOOL

• Grade 8 Badminton Practice in the Main Gym from 3:00pm to 4:30pm
• Grade 7 Band Rehearsal | cancelled for trip prep
• Broncos Football Team Practice |Triwood Field | 3:00 – 4:30pm
• Dungeons and Dragons Club | Room 21 | 3:00 – 4:00pm

Tuesday, May 13

ALL DAY

• Calgary Climbing Center Field Trip. AM: 9-35, PM:7-03.

BEFORE SCHOOL

• Track and Field: Grade 7 High Jump tryouts
• Gay Straight Alliance Meetings – Room 12 | Lunch Time
• Student Council Meeting | Room 26 | Lunch Time
• Track and Field: 600m and Hurdles tryouts

AFTER SCHOOL

• Peter and the Starcatcher Rehearsal - 3:00-4:30 pm (check Google Classroom to see if/when you are needed!)
• Grade 8 Band Rehearsal | cancelled for Que Pasa
• Grade 9 Badminton Tournament at Twelve Mile Coulee School. Start time 4:00pm (Singles/Mixed)

Wednesday, May 14

ALL DAY

• Calgary Climbing Center Field Trip. AM: 8-30, PM:7-26.

LUNCH

• Science Club: Room 6 🔬
• NEW*Wellness Action Team Meeting in Room 31
• Grade 6 Badminton Practice | Main Gym | Lunch Time
• Track and Field: 100m and Shot Put tryouts

AFTER SCHOOL

• Tech Theatre Club - CANCELLED
• Jazz Band rehearsal | 3:00 – 4:00 pm
• Club de Español | Room 22 | 3:05 to 4:00
• Grade 6 Badminton Tournament at West Ridge School. Start time 4:00pm (Singles/Mixed).
• Broncos Football Practice |Triwood Field | 3:00 – 4:30pm

Thursday, May 15

BEFORE SCHOOL

• Track and Field: Grade 8/9 High Jump tryouts

LUNCH

• Eco Broncos | Learning Commons
• Grade 9 Badminton Practice | Main Gym | Lunch Time
• Track and Field: Grade 6 High Jump tryouts

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 | cancelled
• Grade 6 Badminton Tournament at West Ridge School. Start time 4:00pm (Doubles).
• Grade 9 Badminton Tournament at Twelve Mile Coulee School. Start time 4:00pm (Doubles Teams)

Friday, May 16

ALL DAY

• Day 1

AFTER SCHOOL

• Peter and the Starcatcher Rehearsal - 1:00-3:00 (check Google Classroom to see if/when you are needed!)
• Math Club at 1:30 p.m. in room 7

Reminder - Valuables and Toys

A reminder that students are responsible for any valuable that they bring to school. Please keep in mind that lockers are sometimes left unlocked and students share their combination with friends. Toy guns (water guns, cap guns, nerf guns etc.) or plastic knifes are not permitted in school. Please keep these toys at home and do not let your child bring them to school.

Wellness Symposium

Dear parents, you are invited to share your expertise with our school community. On May 23 our school will be hosting its annual Wellness Symposium, and we are looking for presenters with the goal of supporting the well-being of students and staff. Presentations can be in any format, talks, workshops, hands-on, etc. Sessions are scheduled to be 45-minutes in length and should aim to cover any of the eight dimensions of wellness; physical, emotional, social, intellectual, environmental, financial, spiritual, and occupational. Presenters may choose between facilitating 1 to 4 sessions throughout the day between 8:40am-12:15pm. If you can support this initiative please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/nEnNccrB2WhQMCFcA or email Sra. Albertazzi at ibalbertazzi@cbe.ab.ca. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out as well.

Yearbook Club Sale is Now Closed

Thank you everyone for your support. Your Yearbooks will arrive in June.

Complimentary 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)
• Aprons
• 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.

Heading Outdoors for Physical Education Classes – Appropriate Attire

We will regularly be heading outside for our PE units. Please ensure students dress appropriately for the weather, wear athletic shoes, and bring a water bottle. Depending on the weather, bringing a sweater may also be a good idea. Thank you for your support!

Track and Field Try-Out Dates

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! Learn more!

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!

We’re so excited to welcome Calgary Board of Education as Calgary Wild FC kicks off its first season in the Northern Super League—bringing professional women’s soccer to Alberta for the first time. Show your colours, wear your jerseys, and bring your energy. Let’s fill the stands with the future of the game—and celebrate the women leading the way in Canadian soccer. Two big matchdays. One unforgettable start at McMahon Stadium:

• Sunday, May 11 vs. Ottawa Rapid FC → Purchase Tickets
• Sunday, May 18 vs. Montreal Roses FC → Purchase Tickets

Tickets $30

Seating is held for all community orgs and is limited.

Once you purchase, your confirmation email will include a unique link to share with your team and network—so you can sit together. We’re working hard behind the scenes to build something meaningful with and for our community partners, and we’d be very happy for you to be part of it right from the start. We can’t wait to see you at the stadium, cheering just as passionately as you did during our training session. GO WILD FC! #soarwithus

We’re so excited to welcome the CBE as Calgary Wild FC kicks off its first season in the Northern Super League—bringing professional women’s soccer to Alberta for the first time.  Show your colours, wear your jerseys, and bring your energy. Let’s fill the stands with the future of the game—and celebrate the women leading the way in Canadian soccer! 

Two big matchdays. One unforgettable start at McMahon Stadium.

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

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