Happy Friday Citizens of Nellie!
WEEK IN REVIEW - Returning to school this Wednesday and being greeted by sidewalk chalk messages, and waves of red clothing was heartwarming. We are so happy to see the children again. Thank you to the families who welcomed teachers back with Crave cupcakes and candy treats for the staff room, and thank you to School Council for the big boxes of coffee pods to fuel us- it was all so very much appreciated.
- Nellie's Family Halloween Dance took place Thursday evening. A big shout out to our School Council for ensuring this would take place regardless of earlier labour action. Prizes, pizza, costumes and an awesome DJ made the night a hit.
- Students were invited to wear their Halloween outfits for school on Friday and we had a parade to allow all students to see each others costumes. See photos and reels of the dance and the parade on Nellie McClung Community
Please don't hesitate to reach out! Aleta Terlecki, Acting Principal, Nellie McClung School adterlecki@cbe.ab.ca
NEWS ITEMS: BOTTLE DRIVE from October was rescheduled to next Friday, Nov. 7. Bottles can be dropped off at the Nellie parking lot. Last year the Bottle Drives raised over $10,000 for Nellie. It by far is the biggest fundraiser for the school.
NELLIE GIVING TREE -Nellie has an incredible community. The holiday season is just around the corner and Nellie Community comes together to help the families in our school who are finding times a little tough. We come together as a community to ensure everybody has a wonderful winter holiday. Please contact the main office to self nominate, or to nominate a family. Families will receive a gift card to purchase groceries and gifts for each family member. November 6 is the deadline to submit applications. Last year we helped over 60 people and 17 Nellie Families. TEXAS DONUTS -To help raise funds for the “Nellie Giving Tree” School Council will be having a Texas donut sale, Texas donuts can be purchased through Healthy Hunger. Friday October 31 is the last day to make your purchase and show your support. Donuts will be distributed on Friday November 7. Thank you in advance for your support.
THE WEEK AHEAD:
VOLUNTEERS We have some exciting field trips coming up this year! If you would like to volunteer with your child's class, please ensure you: - You have a current, valid police information clearance including vulnerable sector search
- Your name is current in our CBE Security Clearance database.
- 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
COMING UP: Stay on top of everything going on by visiting our school calendar and link it to your phone
SCHOOL COUNCIL NEWS - Next School Council meeting: Tuesday November 18, online. Everyone welcome! Receive updates from the Principal, hear about School Council plans for School dances, fundraisers, Fun Lunches 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! Pizza dinner and babysitting are provided!
- See all the important dates for the year here:
- School Council minutes are always posted on the Nellie McClung school website
- Fun Lunch dates are listed here: Healthy Hunger
- We need help delivering Fun Lunches to each class! Please sign up to be a Fun Lunch Volunteer
- Please sign up to help out with our next Bottle Drive on October 24th: Bottle Drive Volunteer
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Kindest regards,
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 | 