JUNE NEWSLETTER
Judi Hunter – Ward 5 Trustee
Hard to believe that we are into June and celebration season. For many parents, that will mean shopping for graduation outfits, reminiscing what seemed like yesterday, that young person graduating was just a babe in arms.
Trustees in addition to attending graduations, we will be recognizing the significant contributions of our retiring staff for educating our youth. June 16, celebrate the ongoing professional development of our staff as they complete, degrees and certificates, all which benefit our young people and improves the functioning of our division.
As this year draws to a close, the Board is developing its budget for next year; strategic plan for the division; receiving input from parents; advocating with government for new schools or at least additional portables.
Rocky View School Divison needs more student space: The Alberta government has increased funding to Boards by 1% on the instructional grant, and 4.6% on the transportation grant. As we are all too aware rising inflation and supply chain issues are having an impact on expenses.
Some other highlights: Cochrane tri- school site is to receive a new sports field. This multi-partnered project will be a benefit not only to the students of the tri-site but to the Cochrane community.
cochranenow.com/articles/ground-to-be-broken-in-late-june-for-new-turf-
Alberta Education will be investing $2 million over the next two years to extend access to specialized services to home education families in the province, connecting students to supports.
Since the new curriculum is being rolled out in September for Physical Education and Wellness – K-6, Math K-3, Language Arts and Literature K-3, Rocky View teachers are receiving professional development in these subjects.
Many of our school councils are looking for new members to sit on their Boards. The very important role in your child’s education provides direct feedback to the school administration and to the Board of Trustee. You will meet some wonderful neighbors, and other committed parents, the work is rewarding and much appreciated. Please contact the school council chair or the principal for more information.
Help support the Springbank High School drama program: The Springbank Community Association is sponsoring a raffle to provide upgrades to the drama facility at Springbank High School. Our dynamic drama teacher Ms. Eva Knight is trying to build a drama program elementary through high school, but your help is needed. Last year your support raised $15000.00 for the robotics program. We hope that your generosity will do the same for the drama program.
Tickets $20.00. Grand Prize $1000.00. $6000.00 in prizes
Tickets may be purchased by visiting the link below:
www.springbankcommunity.com
