School Update 

To the students and families of MRS,  

This past week, Grade 4 students were able to delve into the exciting world of science through engaging in design thinking projects. These projects offered opportunities for developing skills of empathy, ideation, researching, prototyping and communicating. Throughout the experience, students engaged in hands-on learning that encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving skills. A big thank you to all families that were able to attend this event and help our students share their wonderful work. Great job Grade 4 students! 

We also want to clearly update our families on the last day of school, which is Thursday, June 27th. This day is an early dismissal and will go from 8:55am – 12:35pm and is a PM Kindergarten Day. The final day for AM Kindergarten is June 26th.  

Wishing everyone a wonderful weekend. 

Maple Ridge Staff 

Upcoming Important Dates 

Kindergarten Orientation 

Last evening, many of our soon to be Kindergarten families were able to join us for our 2024-2025 Kindergarten Orientation evening. We thank all of these families for taking the time to come explore our building in a scavenger hunt and to take part in the activities that were provided. As shared at this event, we are including the following documents: 

Kindergarten Orientation Power Point 2024_2025 

Kindergarten Field Study Gear Guide 

Fee Reminder

We encourage all families to take a moment to review your myCBE account for any outstanding fee payments. When doing this, please ensure you look at all tabs (top of page) for your students and use the “Fee, Waivers & Service Registration” to access all school-based fees. If you need Your support with this is greatly appreciated. 

MRS School Council & Parent Association 

Win a $25 Amazon gift card! 

We want to hear about your experience with School Council and Parent Association. Please take five minutes to complete our survey before June 14. If you include your name, you will be entered into a draw for a $25 Amazon gift card. https://forms.gle/E3TNzWcEeJ1YctFv5  

Need Name Labels for Summer Camps? 

We have set up a fundraiser with Mabel’s Labels. 

Visit Mabel's Labels: 

• type in “Maple Ridge School (Calgary)”. The “(Calgary)” part is super important to be sure our school gets 
• the fundraising dollars!  
• Use code 
• MAPLERIDGE10 
• at checkout for 10% off regular price label products (excludes anything already on sale). 

BIG thank you to the many families who joined us to set up the garden boxes last weekend! We're so grateful for your support. We'll be setting up a volunteer schedule to help keep our kids' plants thriving through July and August, so watch for that coming soon!  

Reach us anytime at mapleridgecouncil@gmail.com 

Lindsey M and Cara P 

On behalf of Maple Ridge School Council and Parent Association 

Register Now 2024-25 Underway (Bussing) 

Registration for the 2024-2025 school year is now open. The deadline to be included in route planning for the fall is June 16, 2024. CBE Transportation continues to accept registration after the deadline; however, students are added to the closest existing stop with available space. Processing times could be up to six weeks at the beginning of the school year due to volume. Families are responsible for transportation until their registration is confirmed. 

There is no financial obligation for registration; families have until the fall to cancel without a fee. 

·       2024-25 Transportation Service Levels and Fees 

·       Register using MyCBE 

If families are moving over the summer and would like their new address considered on the registration form, please fill in a paper form and note on the form that you are moving along with an approximate date. Paper forms are available on Forms You Need. 

Celebrating Acceptance & Diversity this Pride Month 

The Calgary Board of Education strives to create an inclusive, safe, and respectful environment every day for our students, families, and staff.  

June marks the beginning of Pride Month, a time to recognize the pursuit of equality and rights for 2SLGBTQ+ individuals. During Pride Month, we can recognize the valuable contributions individuals of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities have made to history and society. This year, we reaffirm our commitment to creating safe and caring learning and work environments for 2SLGBTQ+ students and staff. 

With students, families, employees and our communities, we are working together to build positive learning environments for student success. Every student should have the opportunity to succeed personally and academically regardless of background, identity or personal circumstances. 

Learn how we are creating safe and caring environments for 2SLGBTQ+ youth