Happy August, Nellie Citizens! 

Welcome to a new school year starting soon! I hope you and your family enjoyed a wonderful summer filled with rest, fun, and time together. On behalf of our entire staff, I am delighted to welcome both returning and new families to our school community. The start of a new school year is always filled with excitement and possibility. Our classrooms are ready, our staff is eager to reconnect with students, and we look forward to a year of learning, growth, and memorable experiences. At Nellie, we are committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment where every child feels valued, supported, and inspired to achieve their best. We believe that strong partnerships between home and school are essential to student success, and we look forward to working together throughout the year.

As we begin the school year, we encourage families to stay connected through our school email communications, Instagram feed and website. These resources will help keep you informed about important dates, learning opportunities, and school events.

Thank you for entrusting us with your children's education. We are excited to welcome students back and look forward to a fantastic year of learning, discovery, and growth together.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

  • Outstanding Fees Before the school year starts, please review and pay outstanding school fee balances through MyCBE. Any outstanding fees will be sent to collections if unpaid after 180 days. Families requiring support can consider applying for payment plans or fee waivers.
  • Lunch Supervision (Grades 1-6) Register for Lunch Supervision service for the 2026–2027 school year through MyCBE. 
  • Bell times for 2026-2027

            Grades 1-6: Mon – Thurs  8:42am- 3:15pm;  Lunch 12:15-12:50 (35 minutes); Friday 8:42am-12:45pm            

       Kindergarten: Mon-Thurs. AM 8:47-11:59am, No classes on Fridays

 

SCHOOL COUNCIL NEEDS YOUR HELP! SIGN UP TODAY!

Casino: Thursday October 8th and Friday, October 9th, 2026 at the Deerfoot Inn and Casino

Nellie McClung School has the opportunity to raise more than $90,000 at an upcoming casino, and we need your help to make it happen again. The opportunity to volunteer at a casino comes around every 2 years. It is by far our largest fundraising opportunity.  Volunteers don't need any experience!

The shifts are daytime or evening, approximately 4-8 hours long. If you can help with just one shift, you alone raise approximately $2,500! If you are able to help, please consider signing up for a shift. Nellie Casino Shift Sign-Up

 

COMING UP:  

         

  • Thurs. Aug. 27: School Office is open; Families will receive an email at end of day from their child’s teacher, with information about where to meet on Monday.
  • Mon. Aug. 31: School resumes for students,
    Kindergarten- Staggered Entry for day 1- Group A from 8:45-10:00am; Group B from 10:30-11:45am
    Morning muffin mixer  It is a Nellie tradition to welcome back students and staff on the first morning of arrival with a muffin mixer! It gives everyone the opportunity  to catch up from the summer holidays, meet new classmates and parents and get the year started off right! Sign Up for the Muffin Mixer!

  • Fri. Sept 18: Bottle Drive! Save all your summer bottles & cans!
    4:00pm Bookings open for Meet the Teacher timeslots
  • Thurs. Sept. 24: Welcome Back Food Truck Picnic
  • Thurs. Sept 24 4pm-8pm Meet the teacher timeslots
  • Fri. Sept. 25 8:30am-12:30pm Meet the Teacher timeslots

Stay on top of everything going on by visiting our school calendar and link it to your phone.

 

SCHOOL COUNCIL

Next School Council meeting: September. Everyone welcome!  Receive updates from the Principal, hear about next year plans, fundraisers, fun events and provide your input. No need to take on a role. We are a friendly and relaxed group, committed to supporting our kids - please join us to see what we are involved in! 

VOLUNTEERS

If you would like to volunteer with your child's class, please ensure:

  1. You have a current, valid police information clearance including vulnerable sector search
  2. Your name is current in our CBE Security Clearance database.
  3. You have filled out the Annual Volunteer Registration Form for the 2025-2026 school year.

If you are not yet registered to volunteer, follow the steps outlined here: CBE Volunteer Clearance Process

 

NEWS STORIES AND PHOTOS

Kindest regards,

Aleta 

 

Aleta Terlecki

Pronouns: she, her

Acting Principal | Nellie McClung 

Calgary Board of Education | cbe.ab.ca

t| 403.777.8620 

e| adterlecki@cbe.ab.ca