Upcoming Dates

Tues., Oct. 31 – Halloween – Just a reminder that if your child will be wearing their costume to school, that there should be no weapons, masks or gore. Also, please do not send any treats in to school.
Wed., Nov. 8 – Photo retake day
Thurs., Nov. 9 - CBE Non instructional day – no school for students
Nov. 10 – 14 Fall Break – No School
Wed., Nov. 15 – school back in
Nov. 23 – Evening in Person Parent Teacher Conferences 4:30 – 8:00
Nov. 24 – Online Conferences– no school for students

Weather Changing 

As it appears the weather is changing for next week, we would ask that student please dress for the weather. This is also a good time to ensure that your child’s first initial and last name is on their gear.

Child and Youth Well-Being Webinars

The Calgary Board of Education invites all parents and guardians to join us in an online series focusing on child and youth well-being. These sessions will be hosted in partnership with experts from Alberta Health Services and will explore topics such as vaping, brain development, mental health, and sexual health.

Click here to learn more:
Child and Youth Well-Being:
A Webinar Series for Parents and Guardians

CBE educators believe that parents and guardians can inspire their kids to make healthy lifestyle choices and increase protective factors – in order to do so, they need the right tools and information.

Well-being is a precondition for learning. As our understanding of student well-being continues to evolve, it is important for those that support children and youth to stay up to date on the same information so everyone can support student success. 

The intention of the series is to advance student well-being by raising family and caregiver’s understanding of a variety of health-related topics.

School Council Corner | Events & Announcements

Next Meeting – Monday, November 20 at 6.30pm!

The Fundraising Society and School Council hold monthly meetings with school administration beginning at 6.30pm. A virtual option will also be available and a link sent out in Mr.Hamby’s Weekly Friday Updates. Check out the ROS Parent Group Facebook Page for more information. Royal Oak School Parents Group | Facebook

Fundraising Society News

THANK YOU so much to all our supporters of the first Yumraiser!! You bought a total of 741 pounds of vegetables and 990 pounds of apples!! Many thanks to all the volunteers that helped us move those around – we learned about being flexible with early deliveries.

Missed out? Stay tuned next year when we hope to repeat this success!

Also, did you know that Royal Oak School is a U R Strong school? Funded by your Fundraising Society, this program teaches about social emotional health with a focus on tools to have healthy friendships. As parents/guardians, we ALL have access to these tools too! Check out this site to learn more: For Parents | URSTRONG

One example of activities includes making a Calm Down Kit. We all feel stressed, worried and overwhelmed sometimes, but there are things that you can do to make yourself feel a little calmer. Follow this link (registration required) to see how you can help your child create a tool kit of calming strategies for when they’re overwhelmed by BIG emotions – https://urstrong.com/resource/make-a-calm-down-kit/

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.

1. Fun Snack – Jelly Modern Donuts – November 2 from 11.15-12.15pm! Volunteer to help sort donuts into classroom bins here: ROS Volunteers: Fall 2023 Fun Lunch & Fun Snack!! (signupgenius.com). Sign up on Healthy Hunger so that you don’t miss the order deadlines or important information from School Council about events at Royal Oak!
2. Photo ReTake Day – Wednesday, November 8 – TWO spots available! Sign up here: ROS Volunteers: Picture Day/Retake Day 2023! (signupgenius.com)
3. Fun Lunch – Mucho Burrito – November 16 from 11.45-12.45pm! Come on out to have some fun while sorting & hand out FUN lunches: ROS Volunteers: Fall 2023 Fun Lunch & Fun Snack!! (signupgenius.com).

All volunteers must be registered annually (signed confidentiality agreement) with Royal Oak School/CBE and have a valid Police Information Check initiated by the CBE. Application process is taking approximately 3 weeks. Head to this CBE link to find out more Volunteer | Get Involved | Calgary Board of Education (cbe.ab.ca)

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

Join the ROS School Council - 2023-2024 School Year!!

Be part of the action behind the scenes! We have great roles available for you to jump in and support with your ideas and enthusiasm! Great way to gain experience and meet new people! These roles offer a lot of flexibility all around and come with a dedicated group of parent volunteers ready to support you!

Questions? roschoolcouncil@gmail.com

1. COUNCIL VICE-CHAIR: Support with overall planning and organization on council with a wide variety of opportunities to support from sending emails to helping with overall duties and planning with other council members. Great way to learn the ropes of Council!
2. COUNCIL KEY COMMUNICATOR: Build and enhance a connection between parents/school communities and Calgary Board of Education.

Have a great weekend!