Dear Parents and Guardians,

Have a look at these beautiful pictures taken outside our school on Sunday evening around 10:30 pm outside our school. A friend of our school, Aimee Kiddle, shared these with us. We sure have a beautiful goal post (c:

Enjoy the rest of the new Fall Break. School will open again for everyone on Wednesday, November 15, 2023.

Sr. Ludwigsen, Principal

Robotics Club FTC Round 1

Bronco Bots did amazing during their first competition! Team 1 placed 12 and Team 2 (girls team) placed 11 out of the 26 teams that participated. Congratulations to Team 2 for playing the highest scoring match of the event!!

There were many exciting moments during this event: for one match they played against each other, for another match Team 2 played with the Crescent Heights Robotics Team, alongside one of the members from our club from last year!

It was a very exciting day. Our next event will be at Crescent Heights High School on Friday, November 24 from noon until 6pm. Drop in to support us!

Dia de los Muertos Celebration

Images from Sunday, November 5, at Arts Commons celebration.

Thank you to Sra. Herrera and Sra. Newburn for supporting this event at the Jack Singer Hall. The altar was created by SPB Art students.

Important Dates

Monday, November 13

ALL DAY

• FALL BREAK – NO SCHOOL

Tuesday, November 14

ALL DAY

• FALL BREAK – NO SCHOOL

Wednesday, November 15 

MORNING

• Jr. Boys Basketball Practice 7:00 – 8:15am LUNCH
• Digital Broncos Club Meeting in Room 31
• Eco-Schools 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

AFTER SCHOOL

• School Council – Link will be sent out to all on the day
• Robotics Club in Robotics room under the stage from 3pm – 5pm
• Improv Club in room 3 from 3:15pm-4:00pm
• Spanish Club in room 22 from 3:05 – 4:00pm
• Jr. Girls Basketball Practice 3:00 – 4:05pm
• All basketball teams have games @ Branton School versus Branton teams. Games are at:
• 4:30pm Sr. Boys
• 5:30pm Sr. Girls
• 6:30pm Jr. Boys
• 7:30pm Jr. Girls
• Homework Club 3:05-4:05 (Math/Science focus) in the Learning Commons. Students are reminded to bring schoolwork to complete while at Homework Club. Staff and volunteers will be available to help.
• Art Studio time 3-4pm. For the students enrol in art to come and explore new techniques/materials or to work on their art projects.
• Jazz Band – 3-4pm

Thursday, November 16

ALL DAY

• Basketball Practice Teams TBD 7:00 – 8:15am (playoffs start Monday) LUNCH
• Intramurals grade 6 12:09-12:29
• Art Studio time. For the students enrol in art to come and explore new techniques/materials or to work on their art projects.

AFTER SCHOOL

• Basketball practice Teams TBD 3:00 – 4:15 am (playoffs start Monday)

Friday, November 17

MORNING

• Basketball Practice Teams TBD 7:00 – 8:15am (playoffs start Monday) AFTER SCHOOL
• Sr. Lopez Math Club-1:45-2:45 in the cafeteria. Open to grades 6-9.

Picture Day Retakes

Lifetouch has Fall Retakes available for online booking in the Calgary studio if you would like the opportunity to retake an image and weren't able to do so at your school.

• November 18 9am - 12 noon (*Afternoons will be available if the demand is there)

Link: https://booknow.appointment-plus.com/1dqj327c/

Homework Club

We are currently looking for grade 8 and 9 students to work with students on a casual basis at Homework Club or to tutor students. If you are interested, please fill in the following form. We are currently in need of a Spanish math tutor for grade 7. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScTNDNuvP30IVYDuRTTaUY4KBhOAPlfWshLpcDYfGkHtfHZiA/viewform?usp=pp_url

Cross Country Opportunity

Stuff Your Stocking Holiday Run -Dec. 10 at Bowness Park. This is a 5km run or walk.

It’s A Wonderful Life – Morpheus Theatre

All students and families of SPB students are invited to enjoy the holiday classic ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’, presented at the Pumphouse by Morpheus Theatre. While not a school-sanctioned event, this family-friendly show features ‘commercial breaks’ and live sound effects which bring the story to life in a unique way.

Morpheus Theatre has graciously offered us a discount on adult and student tickets. To take advantage of this, use the coupon code ‘NEWBURN’ at checkout online, or contact the box office at 403-246-2999.

‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ runs from December 6-18. For more information about purchasing tickets, the online box office can be found through this link.

Understanding Vaping - Child & Youth Well-Being Family & Caregiver Series

The first session of this year's Child & Youth Well-Being Family and Caregiver Series is Nov. 16 from 6:30 – 8 p.m. Hosted in partnership with AHS, we will present the health implications of vaping and how to engage in challenging conversations with young people about it. This virtual event is open to all parents and staff to attend. LINK: Vaping

Mark your Calendars: Future School Council Meetings

Wednesday, November 15, 2023 (This Week)
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
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.

High School Open Houses

• William Aberhart’s Open House is posted on their website: Link: Open House Nov. 28
• John G. Diefenbaker’s IB program would like to invite any interested grade 9 families to attend our upcoming IB Information Evenings on November 21 and 22. See Link: IB Open House
• Sir Winston Churchill's IB Information Sessions: Nov. 21, 29 and Dec. 7. Link: IB Information Sessions

Teacher Introductions

This week, please meet our new Physical Education Teacher Sr. Palacios

Dear SPB School Community,

My name is Nelson Palacios, and I am excited and humbled to be a part of the SPB school community. I was born and raised in the boogie-down Bronx, New York City. I moved to Alberta a little more than two years ago and have been enjoying all the wonderful experiences the province and people have to offer.

I could not be happier to be a part of this amazing school community, from the students and families to my colleagues who are all so welcoming and caring that they make every day more special than the next. I have been studying in the field of Physical Education since 2019 and taught in the Bronx public schools for two years. It has been a great honor to teach in the community I live in, and it continues to be an honor here at SPB.

I hope to share my passions for healthy active living, outdoor activity, sportsmanship, community, and curiosity with SPB, as we work to create meaningful learning this year. Thank you for having me.

Best regards, Nelson Palacios