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Connections, Involvement, Volunteering

Trust everyone was a able to enjoy some downtime this week and created special memories with family and friends.  Families play an important role in creating a vibrant and supportive school community. There are many ways to get involved, whether volunteering at school events, joining parent meetings, supporting classroom initiatives or attending school activities. Your involvement helps strengthen the connection between home and school and demonstrates to students the value of education and community. We encourage you to watch for upcoming opportunities  (School Council, Parent-School Discussion Night, Well-Being Sessions, etc.) and invite you to be an active partner in your child's learning journey. Thank you for your continued support!

Yearbook

Time flies when you’re having fun… and so does Early-Bird pricing!

  • Order your 2026–2027 Elboya Yearbook for just $37.50 before October 23.
  • Don’t wait until the falcon has flown the coop — order yours while the Early-Falcon deal is still soaringhttps://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A01086343 

Band Camp

Grade 8 and 9 Band camp is this week! On Wednesday morning, band camp students should bring their camping bags to the front of the school at 8:15am, then head to the band room for instruments.

Physical Education News

We are continuing our second week of Basketball, Soccer and have our combatives (wrestling) unit.

  • Group 1 - Soccer II - be prepared for outdoors and cold/wet weather.
  • Group 2 - Basketball II - have your athletic shoes.
  • Group 3 - Combatives - please remove jewelry and have clean, appropriate attire. 

Athletics News 

We have a big week of basketball, soccer and wrestling tryouts beginning this week!

 

Tuesday, Oct. 13

 

Wednesday, Oct. 14

 

Thursday, Oct. 15

4:00 - 5:00 - Sr. Boys Basketball Practice

4:30 – 5:30: Girls Soccer Game vs. Glamorgan (home)

5:00 - 7:00 - Jr. Boys Basketball vs. Louis Riel, Sherwood @ Louis Riel

 

4:00 - 5:00 - Grade 6/7 Wrestling Tryout

4:30 - 5:30 - Boys Soccer @ Glamorgan

5:00 - 7:00 - Jr. Girls Basketball Game vs. Woodman, Louis Riel @ Woodman

7:00 - 8:00 - Sr. Girls Basketball Game vs. Rideau Park @ Rideau Park

 

8:00 - 9:00 - Jr. Girls Basketball Practice

4:00 - 5:00 - Jr. Boys Basketball Practice

4:00 - 5:00 - Grade 8/9 Wrestling Tryout

4:00 - 5:00 - Girls Soccer Practice

5:30 - 8:30 - Sr. Boys Basketball Game vs. Louis Riel @ Griffith Woods

 

School Council – Thurs. Oct. 15, 6:30-8:00 pm in Learning Commons

At this meeting parents will have an opportunity to review the school’s wish list.  Feedback is welcome on how to best direct funds to support student learning.  All are welcome. 

Parent-School Discussion Night – Thurs. Oct. 22

Join the Elboya School Council for a discussion night at the school with School Leadership: Aliki Avdicos & Danny Cooper. Ask your questions, share your views, learn about the school and meet other parents. More info. here.

Parent Sessions child and youth well-being

Parents and guardians are invited to a live online series focused on supporting child and youth well-being. Hosted by the Recovery Alberta Community Education Service (CES) Program in collaboration with experts from the Calgary community, these sessions are designed to equip families with the knowledge, tools and strategies to navigate the challenges and opportunities of raising children and teens today. Free Online Well-Being Sessions for Families and Caregivers 

Wishing Everyone a Great Week!

Aliki Avdicos & Danny Cooper
Leadership Team, Elboya