As we wrap up the first few weeks of the school year, we would like to sincerely thank our families for your continued support as students settle into the new school year. Your partnership plays an important role in student success, and we look forward to working together to support your child’s learning, growth, and well-being throughout the year.

September is a time of transition, and during this period, class placements may be adjusted to support student learning needs and maintain balanced classrooms. Our teachers are thoroughly collaborating to consider any needed changes and ensure that all students are well supported.

Once teachers have finalized changes, class realignment will take place beginning in October. We thank you for your patience, understanding, and partnership as we work together to create balanced, supportive, and positive learning environments for all students.

Parent Society & School Council - Wednesday, Sep 16 at 6:00 PM (virtual/online):

Please join the meeting here on Wednesday, Sep 16.  As a parent or guardian of a student at Dr. Egbert School, you are automatically a member of our school council. We encourage all parents and guardians to get involved with our School Council. Council meets monthly virtually/online for 60 minutes and the focus is on fundraising as well as sharing your voice with school administrators. Council meetings are a great opportunity to stay connected and learn more about what is happening at the school.

School council – is incorporated under the societies act for the purpose of raising funds for the school executive.

Parent Society/School Council Annual General Meeting - this meeting is held annually to elect positions for both the school council executive and parent society.

• President: creates agenda and chairs meetings
• Vice President: acts on behalf of President if unavailable
• Secretary: takes and distributes minutes of meetings
• Treasurer: bookkeeping and accounting for funds belonging to school council
• Key Communicator: Attends meetings organized by CBE and relays information to school council

Please consider joining us in person or online to VOTE or to volunteer to let your name stand for a vacant position on either executive.

Parents as Partners BBQ – Friday, Sep 18 at12:30 PM

Please join us parents for a Welcome BBQ for an informal gathering of staff and administrators.  We look forward to welcoming our families and connecting with you.

Parking Reminders – IMPORTANT – Please read

• Thank you for not parking or dropping your students off students in the bus zone on Madigan Drive between 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

2. We now have 4 school buses at Dr. Egbert School, and they require the space to operate safely.
3. Please do not drop off or pick up your child from the staff parking lot.

Fall Sports Season

We are excited to share information about the Cross-Country and Soccer season! These activities provide a great opportunity for students to stay active, develop teamwork skills, and build new friendships. Please ensure that your child has returned signed Authorization Form. 

Cross-Country:  

• All athletes are welcome to join and participate 
• Please bring running shoes and a water bottle to all practices and meets 

Soccer: 

• Teams have been posted.  Athletes, please come with proper running shoes for practice. 

Basketball: 

• Try out information will be communicated this week.  Season/games begin Oct. 5.

/NEW/ Intramurals:

• Starting Sep 14, we will have intramurals during the lunch hour and will begin with Basketball
• Sign up sheets will be posted for that day in the morning and will be limited to 28 students

Online store:

Please see as attached Dr. Egbert spirit wear Egbert Online Store for exclusive Egbert Elk clothing.

Information for Parents and Guardians

As we begin the school year, we encourage parents and guardians to take some time to review two important CBE Administrative Regulations that help guide our approach to student behaviour, relationships, and maintaining a positive school environment. Administrative Regulations (ARs) are the set of rules, expectations, and guidelines identified by the chief superintendent that support and align the operation of the organization.

• Administrative Regulation 6006 – Progressive Discipline: This regulation outlines the CBE's approach to addressing student behaviour and emphasizes teaching, supporting and reinforcing appropriate behaviour while responding to concerns in a fair and consistent manner.
• Administrative Regulation 6031 – Welcoming, Caring, Respectful and Safe Learning and Work Environments: This regulation outlines expectations and responsibilities for creating learning and work environments that are welcoming, caring, respectful and safe for all members of our school community.

Child & Youth Well-Being Sessions for Families & Caregivers   

The CBE invites all parents and guardians to join us for a live online series focused on supporting child and youth well-being. Hosted by the Recovery Alberta Community Education Service (CES) Program in collaboration with experts from the Calgary community, this year's sessions will explore a range of timely topics. 

These sessions are free and provide information, resources, helplines, and services to support healthy child and youth development.

Sessions – October 2026

 More Information can be found here: https://www.cbe.ab.ca/child-and-youth-well-being-family-and-caregiver-series 

Weather Reminders

This time of year means the regular transition between warm, cold, and rainy weather. Each day students engage in various outdoor learning activities including journaling, physical education, lunch break and other opportunities.

• Please ensure your child is prepared with outdoor clothing and footwear for all weather conditions. This includes sweaters, rain jackets, mittens, hats, snow pants and boots when necessary.
• Families are encouraged to review this checklist to be prepared for using transportation every school day and throughout the school year. Transportation Family Checklist
• Students should not arrive at school before 7:45 AM (Soft entry starts at 7:45 AM)
• Students must be picked up from school by 2:54 PM