Dear Parents and Guardians,

Today we had 45 students from our Spanish Bilingual elementary feeder school,

W.O. Mitchel visit Senator Patrick Burns School. The Grade 6 team of teachers and students welcomed them, took them along into their lessons and introduced them to SPB school life in various engaging ways. We are excited to welcome our other two Spanish Bilingual elementary feeder schools, Collingwood and Dalhousie, next week and look forward to our Open House on February 14, 2024. I am excited about the many new students coming our way from our Spanish Bilingual Feeder Schools as well as our local English program feeder school, Capitol Hill, in September. SPB’s future looks bright and exciting.

Have a great weekend. Sr. Ludwigsen, Principal

Monday, January 29

ALL DAY

• Grade 6- Calgary Zoo Field trip (6-03, 6-20)

MORNING

• Sr. Girls Volleyball Practice @7:00am
• Drama Class Interest Meeting (Open House) - Period 3, room 03 LUNCH
• Intramurals grade 9 12:09-12:29 AFTER SCHOOL
• Jr. Girls Volleyball Practice 3:00-4:00pm
• Homework Club in the Learning Commons from 3-4pm.
• Sr. Boys volleyball game at SPB. SPB vs TBR at 4:00pm. No Jr. Boys game as TBR doesn’t have a Jr. Boys team

Tuesday, January 30

MORNING

• Sr. Boys Volleyball Practice @7:00am LUNCH
• Intramurals PLP 11:50-12:09
• Intramurals grade 8 12:09-12:29

AFTER SCHOOL

• Robotics Club in Robotics Lab under the stage from 3pm – 5pm
• Yearbook Club | 3:00 pm to 3:50 pm | We will meet in Room 27 this time.
• Jr. Boys Volleyball Practice 3:00-4:00pm
• Grade 8 Band | 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
• Volleyball games at SPB. Jr. Girls SPB vs TBR at 4:00pm. Sr. Girls SPB vs TBR at 5:00pm

Wednesday, January 31

ALL DAY

• Grade 6- Calgary Zoo Field trip (6-21, 6-23)

MORNING

• Sr. Girls Volleyball Practice @7:00am LUNCH
• Chess Club meet in Room 14 over lunch
• MANDATORY - Eco Club Meeting in Room 13
• Gay Straight Alliance Meets in Room 12. All LGBTQ2S+ youth and ALLIES WELCOME! Grade 7-9.
• Intramurals grade 7 12:09-12:29
• DIGITAL BRONCOS is back! Meet in Room 31. AFTER SCHOOL
• Robotics Club in Robotics Lab under the stage from 3pm – 5pm
• Drama Open House Rehearsal: 3:00-4:00, room 03
• Jr. Girls Volleyball Practice 3:00-4:00pm
• Spanish Club in room 22 from 3:05 – 4:00pm
• Homework Club 3:00-4:00pm (Math/Science focus) in the Learning Commons.
• Art Studio time Cancel for today.   We will have a shorter studio time this week 3-3:30PM. For the students enrol in art to come and explore new techniques/materials or to work on their art projects.
• Jazz Band| 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
• Homework Club in the Learning Commons from 3-4pm.
• Volleyball games SPB @ SJAM Sr. Boys at 4:00pm. Jr. Boys at 5:00pm

Thursday, February 1

ALL DAY

• 6-22 & 6-24 Zoo field trip MORNING
• Sr. Boys Volleyball Practice @7:00am LUNCH
• Intramurals grade 6 12:09-12:29
• Cancel for today. Art Studio time AFTER SCHOOL
• Robotics Club in Robotics Lab under the stage from 3pm – 5pm
• Homework Club in the Learning Commons from 3-4pm.
• Grade 9 Band | 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
• Jr. Boys Volleyball Practice 3:00-4:00pm
• Volleyball games SPB @ SJAM. Sr. Girls at 4:00pm. Jr. Girls at 5:00pm

Friday, February 2

ALL DAY MORNING

• Sr. Girls & Boy Volleyball Practice @7:00am AFTER SCHOOL
• Robotics Club in Robotics Lab under the stage from 1pm – 3pm
• Sr. Lopez Math Club will be cancelled for the month of January to accommodate high school final exams. Be on the lookout, here, for our first February meeting.

Bronco Barn Fundraising: Homeroom 6-03

The grade 6 students of room 03 took on the job of running the Bronco Barn this week by establishing the latest and greatest ‘coffee’ shop experience: BroncoBucks! They tied their aprons, underwent barista training, and spent January 22-25 selling hot chocolate, tea, iced drinks and baked goods to the students and staff of SPB. In total they raised over $700.00, all of which will go toward the installation of a new outdoor basketball court.

Please enjoy a few snapshots of our baristas in action, and great job students of 6-03!

Updated Student IPPs

Homeroom teachers will share updated IPPs with parents/guardians by the end of the day on Friday, January 26. If you do not receive a copy of your child's IPP by that time, please contact your child's homeroom teacher directly to follow up. If you have requested that your child's homeroom teacher send you a password- protected digital copy of your child's IPP via email, you must have first signed and returned a digital consent form to your child's homeroom teacher. If you have any questions or concerns about the contents of your child's IPP, please contact your child's homeroom teacher to discuss the IPP with him or her at a mutually convenient time. If you are satisfied with the contents of your child's updated IPP, please sign and return the signature sheet (the second last page of the IPP) to school as soon as possible. Thank you!

Yearbook Early Bird Sale!

Our Yearbook Early Bird Sale starts January 29th and will end February 19. You can purchase your Yearbook for $28! Please refer to the attached flyer for details. We will also have a later and final sale for $30 (from Feb. 20 to Feb. 29).

IMPORTANT!If you do not want your teen’s pictures to be published in our Yearbook, email the administration as soon as possible (cc to ispanrucker@cbe.ab.ca). Please include the homeroom number in your child’s personal information.

Option Choices for Semester 2

The new semester will start on Wednesday, January 31, 2024. All option choices are available on PowerSchool and are not subject to change. If there are specific concerns about an option choice, please contact the office and Sra. Mandin will address your concerns.

Spanish for Parents – Level 1 classes

Chinook Learning Services offers courses specifically designed for parents and caregivers of CBE Spanish Bilingual students. For Winter 2024, Chinook Learning Services is once again offering Spanish for Parents – Level 1 classes. This eight- week course will help parents of bilingual students learn or refresh their Spanish language skills, build their network of bilingual parents and support their children’s learning at home.

Check out the course description at Spanish For Parents Level 1
Check out the course reviews at Course Review Spanish For Parents Level 1

SPB Club Introduction: Club de Español  

The Spanish Club is more than a space for learning the language; it is a place where we create unforgettable experiences and build lasting friendships. What do we do?

• Spanish Cooking: Get ready to dive into the delicious diversity of Spanish cuisine! We will learn to prepare authentic dishes, share traditional recipes, and, of course, enjoy the delights we cook together.
• Board Games: Explore the world of board games in Spanish. From classics to modern games, there will be fun for everyone. These games will not only challenge our minds but also provide opportunities to practice and improve our Spanish.
• Movie Nights: Immerse yourself in Spanish-speaking cinema with our movie nights. From classics to contemporary gems, we will enjoy captivating stories together while improving our listening skills.
• Riddles and Word Games: Challenge your mind with riddles, word games, and puzzles in Spanish. This activity will not only be fun but also strengthen your vocabulary and language skills.
• Fun Games: The fun never stops! We'll organize various games to keep us active, laugh together, and strengthen our bond as club members.
• Field Trips: Explore the real world with exciting field trips. We'll visit places that allow us to practice Spanish in everyday situations and learn more about the rich Hispanic culture.
• We are committed to making your experience at The Spanish Club unforgettable. Come and join us as we explore, learn, and have fun in the company of friends who share the same enthusiasm for Spanish!

See you on Wednesdays at 3:00 pm in room 22!

Pascal Mathematics Contest for Grade 9s.

Students in Grade 9 are invited to sign up for The Pascal Mathematics Contest on February 28 at lunchtime in Room 31. The contest is an initiative from The Centre for Mathematics and Computing Education (University of Waterloo) to encourage students to develop skills in big- picture thinking and to showcase their mathematical problem-solving abilities, rather than testing content. Students should sign up with their math teacher before February 13.

Homework Club

We have several peer tutors available to help in all subjects. If your student is interested in being paired with a tutor, contact Sra. Webb at mswebb@cbe.ab.ca.

Homework Club meets Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 3-4 PM in the learning commons/library. Catch up on homework or any other work. Talk to the student volunteers - we're here to help! Anyone is welcome. Hope to see you there.

Mark your calendars: Future School Council Meetings

Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
Wednesday, June 19, 2024

All meetings are online via Teams and start at 6:30 pm. A link will be sent the week before.

Grade 9 Farewell

This year’s Grade 9 Farewell will take place Thursday, June 20, 2024.