Upcoming Dates

Dec. 22 – last day of school before the winter break (Dec. 23 – Jan. 7)
Monday Jan. 8, 2024 – School is Back in before a much needed break!

Makerspace – Items Needed

We are in need of some items for our Makerspace that will be located in the library.  Please see list of needed items:

Lifetouch Photo Orders

We have been informed by Lifetouch that in order to receive your photo orders prior to winter break, orders will need to be received by Lifetouch on or before Tuesday, December 12.  Any orders they receive after this date will be shipped after winter break.  All orders are shipped to the school and will be promptly distributed to students upon arrival.

Digital Decodable Books for Home Use

Welcome to the CBE Digital Decodable Library webpage. This resource has been developed to provide access to digital versions of decodable reading materials for CBE teachers and families. These digital offerings support both our understanding of decodable books and provide opportunities for beginning readers to access these reading materials at home and school. The materials will continue to be updated as the library evolves over time. The updates and improvements will be ongoing, so please check back often!
Link: CBE Digital Decodable Library

U R Strong

If you have not signed up for a U R Strong membership, please click on the following link: FREE Parent Membership.  This program is being implemented school wide and there are many resources that can help you when your child is having friendship issues. 

Has Your Protective Instinct Kicked In?: It’s very normal for your protective instinct (Fight, Flight, Freeze, or Fawn) to kick in when your child shares challenges in their friendships. In this article, learn more helpful ways to coach your child towards healthy, feel-good friendships. (click on underlined link above).

School Council Corner

Next Fundraising Society & School Council Meetings

Monday, January 22 at 6.30pm

Current Volunteer Opportunities

Don’t know if your police clearance is still valid or want to begin the clearance process? Please contact Leah Milne in the school office at ljmilne@cbe.ab.ca

• EXTENDED!! Library Shelving – Mon to Thurs, 9.15-10.45am! ROS Volunteers: Library Shelving Volunteers - December 2023 (signupgenius.com)
• Fun Lunch – Tim Hortons – December 14 from 11.45-1pm! ONE spot left! ROS Volunteers: Fall 2023 Fun Lunch & Fun Snack!! (signupgenius.com)
• School Spirit Wear Sort & Bag – December 19 from 6-8pm! TWO VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! No police clearance needed. Kids welcome. ROS Volunteers: Spirit Wear! (signupgenius.com)
• COMING SOON!! Movie Night – February 1 & 8! Daytime and evening help will be needed. There will also be a Sign Up for Grade 4 Leadership Students to help with admissions and pre-movie concession selling (parents are encouraged to sign up with their student).

Reach out to Alison Colville (ROS Volunteer Coordinator) at ROSVolunteers@gmail.com with any questions about upcoming events. Sign up links are also shared on the Royal Oak School Parent Group. Click here to join Royal Oak School Parents Group | Facebook

Fundraising Society News

Want to support the school without having to buy things you wouldn't normally? Here's what you can do!

1. Download the app called "FlipGive"
2. Create an account
3. Click "Join Team"
4. Enter join code "KWTVM3"
5. Click Join team
6. Select "I'd like to support the team only"
7. Shop away!

You can purchase a Walmart gift card then use it to pay for your regular shopping at checkout. You can buy a Starbucks gift card and use it to top up your Starbucks account. You can do your Christmas shopping online, places like Old Navy, Sephora, Best Buy and The Body Shop have online deals through the flip give app. The school gets a percentage of all your purchases when you shop through the app and the best part you don't have to buy plants, wrapping paper or veggies to do it, just your regular shopping done through FlipGive makes a big difference.

Have a wonderful weekend.