Dear NBS Families,
As we wrap up another incredible school year, I want to take a moment to thank our amazing students, families, and staff for making this year such a memorable one.
To our students, thank you for your hard work, kindness, curiosity, and enthusiasm. We are so proud of everything you have accomplished this year.
To our families, thank you for your partnership, support, and trust. Working together to support our students makes our school community stronger.
To our dedicated staff, thank you for the care, commitment, and passion you bring to our students every single day. Your efforts have made a lasting difference in the lives of our learners.
I hope everyone enjoys a safe, relaxing, and well-deserved summer filled with family, friends, and opportunities to recharge.
As you begin planning for the new school year, please note the following important dates and times:
School Office Hours
- Wednesday, August 26: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
- Thursday, August 27: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
- Friday, August 28: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
First Day of Classes
- Monday, August 31, 2026
Grades 1–5 Bell Times (Monday–Thursday)
- 8:15 a.m. – Flexible entry; doors open
- 8:26 a.m. – Two-minute warning bell
- 8:28 a.m. – Classroom instruction begins
- 11:30 a.m. – 12:05 p.m. – Lunch (Grades 1 & 2)
- 12:15 p.m. – 12:50 p.m. – Lunch (Grades 3, 4 & 5)
- 3:00 p.m. – Dismissal
Fridays (Early Dismissal)
- 8:15 a.m. – Flexible entry; doors open
- 8:26 a.m. – Two-minute warning bell
- 8:28 a.m. – Classroom instruction begins
- 12:30 p.m. – Dismissal
Assigned Teachers
Grade 1-5 students, your child's teacher will contact you at 3:00 on Friday, August 28, 2026. At this time, teachers will also share more specific information about their assigned morning meeting spot, where they will meet their teacher on the first day of school. Please be patient when waiting for their email. We will have a flexible morning entry for all students in grades K-5 next year, and they will be able to enter the school beginning at 8:15 am each day.
Have a wonderful summer, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back on Monday, August 31, for another fantastic year of learning at NBS!
Take care, stay safe, and enjoy your summer!
Patrick Murphy
Financial update: Fees outstanding
As our year comes to an end, we would like to deal with our outstanding school fees as they will be carried forward out of next years budget. We know how much the students love these out-of-school experiences and want to continue doing them. We will however, need to limit how many trips they can go on if fees are not paid in a timely manner.
Kindergarten
Mad Science $264.00
Bird Houses $136.00
Grade 1
Ann and Sandy Cross $87.50
TELUS Spark $704.00
Inglewood Bird Sanctuary $494.00
Grade 2
Bow Habitat $83.00
The Confluence $820.00
Teacher’s Pet $246.50
Grade 3
Felting $297.00
SAM Centre $195.00
Calgary Zoo $455.00
Grade 4
Teacher’s Pet $222.50
TELUS spark $105.00
Ann and Sandy Cross $354.00
Grade 5
Rothney Observatory $86.50
Be Brave Hitman Game $170.00
Other
Yearbook $35.00
Lost book fines $ 108.00
Total owing fees $4,863.00
,Please sign in and check to see if you have any outstanding fees owing. Should you require any assistance please contact the office.
Thank you for your assistance with this urgent matter
📣 Parent Council Updates
🎰 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 29 – Appeals Day – No School for Students
- Wednesday, August 26, 2026 – Thursday, August 27, 2026 - School Office opens 9:00 am -2:00 pm
- Friday, August 28, 2026 - School Office opens 9:00 am -1:00 pm
Monday, August 31 – First Day of Classes