Dear NBS Families,
This was our last full five-day week for a little while, with the Teacher’s Convention coming up next Thursday and Friday, followed by Family Day on Monday, February 16. In addition, Friday, February 27 is a PD Day, meaning there will be no school for students.
Next week will be a short but busy one. We will kick things off with an Olympic-themed assembly on Monday morning, launching Mrs. Danyluk’s two weeks of Winter Olympic events in PE classes. We will also have our Toonie Tuesday popcorn sale, and our Grade 5 classes will be heading to the Rothney Astrophysical Observatory on Tuesday and Wednesday. I’m eager to have them explain to me exactly what an astrophysical observatory is when they return!
Lost and Found Notice
Our Lost and Found is overflowing, and students often forget what belongs to them. Please remind your student to check the Lost and Found for any missing items. Keep in mind that all students pass by the Lost and Found at least once a day, if not more frequently.
If possible, we encourage you to take a moment during drop-off or pick-up to look through the Lost and Found yourself for any items your family might be missing. Any unclaimed items will be donated to charity after the Family Day long weekend, so please make time to check before then.
As a helpful reminder, labelling your belongings is the best way to ensure lost items are returned quickly. Thank you for your cooperation!
School Field Trip Fees
We currently have a number of outstanding field trip fees. Please take a moment to check your PowerSchool account to see if you have any unpaid fees.
Below is a summary of the total outstanding fees by trip:
· Kindergarten – Teacher’s Pet Birdhouses: $408.00
· Grade 1 – Ann and Sandy Cross: $717.50
· Grade 2 – Bow Habitat: $504.00
· Grade 3 – SAM Centre: $637.00
· Grade 4 – TELUS Spark: $294.00
Total Outstanding: $2,560.50
Upcoming trips currently set up for online payments with outstanding balances:
· Grade 5 – Rothney Observatory Feb 10 and 11: $1,5550.50
· Grade 5 – Be brave Hitman Game Feb 24: $3,502.00
If you have already submitted payment, thank you, please disregard this message. If you have any questions or require support, please contact the school office at 403-817-3516 or visit this link for assistance.
Kindergarten Registration for September 2026
Kindergarten registration opened on January 12, 2026. Registration is NOT first come first served. Everyone who submits a completed registration form online will be eligible for the kindergarten for the 20026-2027 school year. Typically, New Brighton School holds a random draw for AM/PM placement preference as our AM classes usually have higher demand, and we need to balance our student numbers between the morning classes and afternoon classes. To be in the draw for AM/PM preferences, you will need to have your registration completed before the draw date which is March 19, 2026. All registrations after March 19, 2026, will be placed in PM classes.
For more information about kindergarten registration, please see the CBE registration guide by clicking here.
Our 2025-2026 Yearbook is available to order online.
Do not wait! We only have limited copies available for purchase, and we don’t want anyone to miss out on the opportunity to enjoy memories from this year.
Please click here for instructions to add them to your PowerSchool account.
If you have any questions or would like assistance with ordering, please contact the office at 403-817-3516 or newbrighton@cbe.ab.ca .
Order yours today!
Lunchroom Supervision fee has been added to PowerSchool
The CBE provides students with the option to stay at school for lunch. Lunch Supervision is offered to all students in Grades 1- 6 and in our full-day kindergarten programs for an annual fee. Please see this link for more information on payment options.
Pink Shirt Day
Pink Shirt Day is coming up on February 25th. 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.
T-shirts will be available for purchase beginning today, January 19, 2026, with sales running until Monday, February 9, 2026. This timeline allows adequate time for production and delivery to the school by Monday, February 23, 2026.
📣 Parent Council Updates
🍴 Healthy Hunger – Upcoming Dates
- Feb 19 – Edo
- Feb 26 – Coco Brooks
Please place orders at HealthyHunger.ca.
Reminder: If your child is away sick or on a field trip, please call the school office before 1:00 PM to arrange lunch pick-up.
🍿 Popcorn Volunteers - Help Needed for Monday!!
We still need 4 more volunteers to help with popcorn popping on Monday, February 9th.
If you’ve signed up, please remember your date and time. If you’re unable to attend your shift, please email Parent Council so we can find a replacement.
👉 Volunteer sign-up:
https://volunteersignup.org/CX8YD
🎒 Grade 5 Camp Fundraiser – Now Underway!
Fundraising has officially begun for the Grade 5 Camp Kindle Overnight Trip!
Please use the following page as your information hub for:
• Current LIVE fundraisers
• Opportunities to volunteer your time
• Upcoming events
🔗 https://newbrightonschool.com/grade-5-camp-kindle-overnight-trip-2026/
You can also stay up to date through the weekly Admin Message, Parent Council social media (@nbsparentsassociation), and your teacher’s weekly emails.
Current CAMP Fundraisers:
🍳 Pampered Chef Fundraiser – NOW LIVE
Shop here: https://www.pamperedchef.ca/party/gr5nbs2026
♻️ Bottle Drive – SAVE THE DATE
🗓 February 21 | 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
A truck will be set up in front of NBS to collect donations, and food trucks will be onsite!
Save your SUPERBOWL refundables, or we can arrange bottle pickup prior to Feb 21.
More exciting opportunities coming soon — thank you for supporting our Grade 5 students! 💙
🌟 Ongoing Fundraisers
- Mabel’s Labels → Select New Brighton Parent Council at checkout
- Cobs Bread (130th Ave) → Mention New Brighton School at checkout
🚲 Pedalheads Camps Fundraiser – Back Again!
Summer camp registration opens February 2nd.
Use code BRIGHTON26 to receive $25 off any Pedalheads program (including Soccer) — and $25 comes back to the school! *If you registered last week with the wrong code - please reach out to Pedalheads asap for a correction/credit back!*
Register at www.pedalheads.com/alberta,