Dear New Brighton Families,
What a week! The snowy weather certainly made for some slippery mornings, but our students handled it with their usual resilience and positivity. Thank you to everyone for sending your children prepared for the colder days - it makes such a difference.
We also held some of our Read-A-Thon celebrations, and it was wonderful to see the excitement as our class winners enjoyed their well-earned pizza parties. A huge congratulations to all students who took part. The enthusiasm for reading across the school has been inspiring.
This week also included our Parent-Teacher Conferences, and we want to extend our appreciation to all families who attended. These conversations are so important in supporting each child’s learning journey, and we truly value the partnership we have with you.
As we move into next week, let’s hope for a bit less snow—but as always, we’ll be ready for whatever comes our way.
Patrick Murphy
Principal, New Brighton School
Winter Recess: The Polar Bear Club Returns
As winter arrives, we must prepare for the challenge of indoor recess. The Calgary Board of Education’s inclement weather guidelines recommend keeping students indoors when the temperature, including wind chill, drops to -20°C or colder.
In past years, students stayed in their classrooms during these cold days, playing games or watching videos. However, extended periods indoors often impact their ability to focus and engage with academic tasks. Recess plays a vital role in a child’s day, offering opportunities for fresh air, exercise, play, and social-emotional regulation.
To better support our students, we are excited to launch the Polar Bear Club this winter. This initiative allows students to enjoy recess outdoors in colder temperatures, provided they are dressed appropriately for the weather and they have returned the letter (click here) signed by a parent/guardian.
Giving Tree
We are truly amazed and inspired by our community. The Giving Tree Tags have all been taken. Please ensure that your items are returned to the office by December 15, with a gift receipt and the original tree tag. Your kindness will help our families have a magical winter holiday.
📣 Parent Council Updates
🍴 December Healthy Hunger
December Fun Lunches & Snacks are now available to order!
Here’s what’s coming up:
- 🌯 Dec 4 – OPA!
- 🥖 Dec 11 – Fun Snack (The Saucy Bread Company)
Kindergarten students can order this one! - 🍕 Dec 18 – Little Caesars Pizza
📅 Dates for the next few months have been posted.
Order at HealthyHunger.ca - Deadline for each week's lunch is midnight Saturday prior.
🍿 Popcorn Volunteers Needed – Multiple Dates
Popcorn days are back-to-back throughout December, and we need LOTS of helping hands!
If you’re able to volunteer even one hour, it makes a big difference.
We are looking for volunteers to help pop and bag popcorn on the following dates:
- Dec 1 & 2
- Dec 15 & 16
- Dec 18 – Warm Feet for the Street event
- Dec 19 – Read-A-Thon Popcorn Party! 🎉
Thank you for helping us keep these fun days running — the kids absolutely love them!
👉 Sign up here: https://volunteersignup.org/CX8YD
📸 Picture Retake Day Volunteers – December 11
We’re looking for a couple volunteers to help on Picture Retake Day (Thursday, December 11th).
Sign up here: https://volunteersignup.org/A3BDW
🌟 Ongoing Fundraisers
Support our school year-round with these easy options:
- Mabel’s Labels → Select New Brighton Parent Council at checkout
- Cobs Bread (130th Ave) → Mention New Brighton School at checkout and a portion comes back to NBS
💙 Thank you for supporting Parent Council and helping make these programs possible!
Stay Connected
📧 nbs.parentsassociation@gmail.com
🌍 newbrightonschool.com
📌 Facebook: @NewBrightonSchoolParentAssociation
📷 Instagram: @nbsparentsassociation
Important Dates:
- December 2 – Popcorn Sale
- December 4 – Opa Fun Lunch
- December 11 - Fun Snack (The Saucy Bread Company)
Kindergarten students can order this one! - December 11 – Photo Retakes and Fun Snack Pretzel Day
- December 15 – Festive Hat/Crazy Hair Day
- December 16 – Popcorn Sale and Dress like your Teacher Day
- December 17 – Dress to Impress/Fancy/Formal Day
- December 18 – Little Caesars Pizza Fun Lunch and Ugly Sweater Day
- December 18 – Warm Feet For the Streets evening 5:30-7:00 PM - more information to come
- December 19 – Last Day of Classes – Pyjama Day
- January 5 – Classes Resume