Parent Update April 6 – April 10 – Connect Charter School

Connect Charter Family Weekly Update

April 6 - April 10

Important Updates

💙 Appreciation

  • Thank you to all families who were able to attend the Student-Led Conferences.  

  • Thank you to School Council for organizing the teacher meal.  We appreciate all of the delicious contributions and feel deeply appreciated by this thoughtful gesture.


🌷 Spring Break Reminder

  • There is no school on March 20, and we look forward to welcoming students back on April 6.  We wish everyone a wondrous, safe, and healthy Spring Break.


🧭 WestCoast Trip Mandatory Parent Meeting

WestCoast Trip Mandatory Parent Meeting: April 29 at 6pm (Learning Commons)
This is a mandatory in person meeting for grade 9 parents. In this meeting we will share details about the trip, including a detailed itinerary, flight information and general expectations and logistics for the trip. We require at least one parent to attend the meeting. Students are welcome but not required to attend as they will receive a similar presentation at school.

📄 Human Sexuality Program Consent

  • Parents will find grade-specific forms to opt their child in for Human Sexuality programming in Powerschool. 

  • Consent is required for students to participate in this component of the Health curriculum.

  • Forms are due on April 10.


🎨 Electives

  • We look forward to new Electives beginning on April 7.


📅 Upcoming Events

  • Fun Lunch – Edo — Tuesday, April 7

  • Bridge Field Trip (Classes 7.1 & 7.3) — Tuesday, April 7 (9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.)

  • Bridge Field Trip (Classes 7.2 & 7.4) — Thursday, April 9 (9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.)

  • Fun Lunch – Saucy Bread — Friday, April 10

📣 Spring ANNUAL Re-REGISTRATION for 2026–2027

We’re getting ready for the next school year! Mark your calendars:

Connect Charter annual re-registration will occur April 10-20, 2026.

2026-2027 Registration Forms and Fees must be completed during these registration dates to secure enrolment for the 2026-2027 school year. 

Families will receive an email notification for each student when registration is open.

Fees have yet to be determined. We have tendered our transportation service contract for next year and hope to determine fees for the 2026-2027 year no later than the end of spring break. 


👕 Lost and Found Reminder

  • All lost and found items will be donated on March 20.


 

Fees and forms to be completed by April 20th to secure your child's spot at Connect Charter School for the 2026-2027 school year.

Playground Silent Auction!

Our Playground Silent Auction is on the way and we need your help! If you have a basket idea, outdoor experience, or professional service you’d be willing to donate, please sign up by clicking this link.

 

Thank you Panago!

Panago supplied pizza’s this week for our buddy class read-a-thon winners. 

 

School Council Update

Staff Appreciation Dinner

Connect Families!! Thank you for your generosity and thoughtfulness!! The teachers and staff were well fed before the Student-led Conferences. We need to make a Connect Families cookbook to share all of these amazing recipes. 

Meat Fundraiser is back!  

Stock your freezer for the spring and get ready for BBQ season or some great family meals with Bow Valley Meats, Bacon and Spolumbo’s Sausages.  

Orders Due by March 30th. Pickup on April 9 between 3:15pm-5pm at the school (same day as pie pickup).

Order today at: https://connectcharterschool.myteamfund.ca

Pie Junkie is BACK!

Along with our meat fundraiser we are offering Pie Junkie pies and gift cards!  Use the link to order and then e-transfer your payment to [email protected].  If possible please add the note  “Pie Junkie Order” in your e-Transfer.

Orders Due by April 2nd.  Pickup on April 9 between 3:15pm-5pm at the school (same day as meat pickup).

Order today at: https://forms.gle/ebHjVTx3uCbwTFZr9  (if you are using an iOS you may need to copy this link into your browser to view signup). 

Fun Lunch Reminders

Please remember that all orders need to be placed 5 days in advance, including placed over the spring break.  You can turn reminder notifications for ordering on or off in Healthy Hunger. You can email [email protected] if you need assistance.

Volunteers Wanted!!

Do you want to get involved with the school? Have just a little bit of time to share or A LOT of time to share? Interested in only one or two things or EVERYTHING?  No matter what your jam is, our school council is excited to have you come out and be a part of our volunteer community! 

Get started by completing our volunteer form and we will be in touch as volunteers are required for specific roles, committees and tasks!  It’s a great time to get involved! CLICK HERE TO GET STARTED! 

Bottles to Recycle?

Did you know that you can donate your bottle recycling to Connect Charter School through Skip the Depot and they will even pick them up!!  So far our contributors have helped us raise over $2,000.  You can find out more on the Skip the Depot website.

When they pick up don’t forget to label your bag with our Connect School Code:  XZ8L

Click HERE or use the QR code to get started!

 

As always, if you have any questions please contact our school council at [email protected].

Have a great week!