Dear NBS Families,
We are heading into a five-day weekend for our students with Thursday and Friday being Teachers’ Convention and Monday being Family Day. Our school office will be closed during this time as we will not have staff in the building.
We hope our New Brighton School families find some time this long weekend to spend making memories together. Whether it is revisiting old favourites or discovering new experiences it is the time spent together that is important and in today’s busy times often occurs less than we would like.
“Children will not remember you for the material things you provided, but for the feeling that you cherished them.” —Richard L. Evans
Staffing Updates
We are pleased to welcome Kajsa Fenson to the New Brighton School staff! Kajsa has been helping out in our lunchroom on a temporary basis and is now joining us permanently, taking over from Tanya Roberts, who has left to pursue another career. We wish Tanya all the best in her new journey and are excited to have Kajsa as a permanent member of our team.
Additionally, Mrs. Danyluk will be away for the next month or two as she undergoes knee surgery. We know she will be deeply missed, but we are glad to support her on her road to recovery and look forward to having her back—pain-free and ready to run around the gym with all our students! During her absence, Ms. Cristina Vila Dyler will be stepping in. Ms. Vila Dyler has been a familiar face at NBS as a substitute throughout the year, and we are thrilled to have her join the team.
We wish Mrs. Danyluk a speedy recovery and extend a warm welcome to both Kajsa and Ms. Vila Dyler!
Black History Month
Students throughout the CBE and here at NBS have been learning about Black history month. This week, our grade fours learned and discussed what Black History Month is and the history of how it started. Students also listened to books and watched videos on the lives of Viola Desmond and Willie O’Ree to learn more about their lives and how they impacted Canadian history. Throughout the month, they will be reading a variety of books and learning about other Black Canadians who have impacted Canada, both in history and in the present day. They will be learning how they showed perseverance and resilience to stand up for what they believed in and fight for the rights they deserved.
The link below is to a playlist of CBC kids videos, books, short stories etc. if your family is looking to explore more on Black History Month.
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPZ40gM7aDFDkaktQtJYRKb65EQELOb50
Call for Gently Used Clothing
We are looking for some donations of gently used pants for boys and girls sizes 8-11 to replenish our supply of emergency pants. If you have any of these items that you would be willing to donate please reach out to our school office at 403-817-3516.
The 2024-2025 Yearbook is available for order on PowerSchool.
Please see the following steps to order and reserve your copy of the 2024-2025 yearbook.
https://newbrighton.cbe.ab.ca/documents/e627a5e3-d6a0-55bf-bdb3-997f7b0ed208/yearbookorder.pdf
We may not have additional copies this year; do not miss out. Order yours today! Yearbooks will be distributed in June.
Update from the New Brighton School Parent's Association and School Council
New Fundraiser - We are excited to announce our partnership with Pedalheads! Sign up for any Spring or Summer Bike Camps using our school code will save you $25 while also raising $25 for the school! Please use code NEWBRIGHT25 upon registration.
On-Going Fundraisers
- Mabel's Labels:
mabelslabels.ca/fundraising/support
- Cobs Bread 130th: Mention "supporting NBS School" at checkout
Stay Connected
Email: nbs.parentsassociation@gmail.com
Website: newbrightonschool.com
Facebook: @NewBrightonSchoolParentAssociation
Instagram: @nbsparentsassociation
Pink Shirt Day
Pink Shirt Day is coming up on February 26th. This is a day we encourage students to wear a pink shirt in support of standing up against bullying. Our school’s online store will be selling pink t-shirts for those who are interested in purchasing but this is completely optional. You can order online by clicking here. All orders will be delivered to the school and distributed here once they arrive. If you are interested in ordering a New Brighton School t-shirt, hoodie or toque have a look at all the options.
School Apparel Store Now Open Online
New Brighton School Apparel is now available to order online by clicking here. The orange NBS Every Child Matters t-shirt will also be sold through the online store with all profits from the sale of those t-shirts going to the Orange Shirt Society.
If you are interested in ordering a New Brighton School t-shirt, hoodie or toque have a look at all the options.
Fun Lunches
The next fun lunch is Coco Brooks on February 27th. If you are interested in ordering a fun lunch for your child please make sure to get your order in by the Saturday of the week before. To order any of our Fun Lunches you need to set up an account online at https://healthyhunger.ca/.
*Unfortunately, fun lunches are not available for kindergarten students unless specifically stated*
Follow us on Social Media
New Brighton School has an Instagram account that will be used to share what is happening in and around the school. Be sure to follow us at newbrightonschool_cbe. You can also find us on Twitter at @NewBrightonSch1.
Important Dates:
• February 13/14 – Teacher Convention – No School for Students
• February 17 – Family – No School
• February 26 – Pink Shirt Day – Grade 5 Be Brave Hitmen Game Field Trip
• February 27 – Fun Lunch - Coco Brooks
• February 28 – PD Day – No Classes for Students
Sincerely,
Patrick Murphy
New Brighton School, Principal
