Dear NBS Families,

We are pleased to inform you that our school has been allocated 1 additional teaching positio for the 2026–27 school year through the Government of Alberta’s Class Size Reduction Grant.

This grant funds teaching positions that support improved learning conditions in kindergarten to Grade 9 classrooms.

This funding is specifically intended to help reduce class sizes in core subject areas (English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies), with priority given to schools experiencing the greatest class size pressures.

This decision was made using system-wide data that considers:

• The number of classes exceeding provincial class size benchmarks
• Projected enrolment and class organization
• School programming and grade configuration

Our goal is to ensure students benefit from:

• Increased teacher attention
• Improved classroom learning environments
• Greater support for diverse learning needs

We remain committed to supporting strong learning environments for all students and using our resources thoughtfully and strategically.

Thank you,

Patrick Murphy

Grade 5 Camp Kindle – Update

Unfortunately, we were contacted by Camp Kindle yesterday and informed that they must cancel our Grade 5 camp trip scheduled for June 15–17. Camp Kindle has recently been managing an illness-related situation and has been working closely with Alberta Health Services to determine the cause and appropriate next steps. Out of an abundance of caution and with the safety and well-being of our students and staff in mind, they have made the difficult decision to cancel our visit.

Camp Kindle will be issuing a full refund for our booking. Families who have already paid camp fees will receive a refund through the school. More information regarding the refund process will be shared as soon as it is available.

We recognize that a tremendous amount of fundraising was completed throughout the year, with significant support from our amazing Parent Council, to help make this experience possible. As a result, we are exploring opportunities to use those funds to provide alternative experiences for our Grade 5 students, such as field trips and special activities. Any experiences that we are able to arrange will be available to all Grade 5 students, regardless of whether they were originally planning to attend camp.

Please watch for future School Messenger communications and permission forms, as any opportunities we are able to secure may require a quick turnaround.

We understand how disappointing this news is for our students and families, and we share that disappointment. We met with the Grade 5 students this afternoon to explain the situation and answer their questions. Please know that we are working hard to explore alternative options and will communicate further details as soon as they become available.

New Brighton School Used Book Sale   

New Brighton School will be hosting our fourth annual used book sale for students from June 23^rd until June 25^th. Our school will be collecting gently used children’s books that are appropriate for children aged 5 to 11. Families can start bringing in used books starting Monday morning. Below are some guidelines regarding book donations:    

- Please make sure books are appropriate for children aged 5-11. This includes picture books and chapter books.    

- Books need to be in good, used condition. This means no rips or stains.    

- There is no limit to how many books can be donated. Students can either bring books into the classroom or donate them in a book bin at the front entrance each morning until June 20^th.    

On June 23^rd to 25^th, students at New Brighton School will be given the opportunity to purchase books from our used book sale. Books will all be priced at $1 each. If you wish to have your child purchase a book, please send money in with your child in a small Ziploc bag on June 23 and 24 (ideally with their name labelled on it). The money collected will be used within the school to support student learning and will be used for new resources within the library.    

Thank you for your support with New Brighton’s used book sale. We appreciate your support and book donations.  

📣 Parent Council Updates

🏃‍♀️ SPORTS DAY DATE CHANGE – VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! 🏃‍♂️

Due to the weather delay, Sports Day has been rescheduled to Thursday, June 19.

All volunteer shifts have been transferred to the new date. If you are no longer available for your volunteer position due to the date change, please email Parent Council as soon as possible so we can update our schedule.

We are also still looking for additional volunteers to help make the day a success!

👉 Sign up here:
volunteersignup.org/BD98Y

💦 Splash Park Week Volunteers Needed Beginning Monday!

Splash Park Week is coming up June 15–19, and we need volunteers to help supervise and support classes during their visits.

Whether you can help for one class or multiple time slots, we'd love your support!

👉 Sign up here:
https://volunteersignup.org/JQXFY

📚 Volunteers Needed – Used Book Sale! 📚

Our annual Used Book Sale is coming up June 23–25, and we're looking for volunteers to help make it a success!

We need 2 volunteers for each shift:

⏰ 8:30 AM–12:00 PM
⏰ 12:00 PM–3:00 PM

If you can spare a few hours, we'd love your help!

👉 Sign up here:
volunteersignup.org/RDD3Y

🎰 Casino Fundraiser – Our BIGGEST Fundraiser for the School!

📅 December 7 & 8, 2026
📍 Deerfoot Casino

Our casino fundraiser is the largest fundraiser for New Brighton School and provides significant funding that directly benefits our students.

We now have our times and positions available for sign up! No experience is necessary, and training will be provided for all positions.

👉 Sign up here:
volunteersignup.org/JJX9C

✨ Casino volunteers receive some amazing perks including:
• Front row seating courtesy of Ms. Lysak for 18 MONTHS after
• Dinner during your shift
• A fun evening volunteering with friends or family!

Many positions can be worked alongside a friend, spouse, grandparent, or other family member, making it a great way to support the school while spending time together.

🌟 Ongoing Fundraisers

Mabel’s Labels → Select New Brighton Parent Council at checkout

🚲 Pedalheads Camps → Code BRIGHTON26 = $25 off + $25 back
Register: www.pedalheads.com/alberta

💪Fitset Ninja Summer Camps → Use code BRIGHTON25 to save $25 and give back $25 to our school.
Sign up anytime: https://calgary.fitsetninja.com

Important Dates:    

• June 15 – Gr. 1 – Celebration of Learning 2:00
• June 15-18 – Splash Park Week in PE
• June 15-17 – Grade 5 Outdoor School – CANCELLED
• June 16 – Grade 4 Field Trip to Ann and Sandy Cross Conservation Area – Hill/Stone
• June 17 – Grade 4 Field Trip to Ann and Sandy Cross Conservation Area – Kelly
• June 18 – Kindergarten Graduation – 10:00 AM students – 1:45 PM students
• June 18 – Grade 1 Field Trip to Telus Science Centre
• June 19 – Sports Day
• June 23 – Popcorn Sale
• June 23-25 – Used Book sale
• June 25 – Grade 5 Farewell – 9:15am
• June 26 – Last Day of Classes
• June 29 – Appeals Day – No School for Students