Dear Families, 

Our first full week of school was great! We started the week off with having Cello, the school’s assistance dog, and everyone loves him. Students keep asking when it will be Monday so they can see him again. We also kicked off the Terry Fox campaign, which you can read more about below. Finally, we want to thank all families for using the Kiss and Go as intended. Your cooperation is helping to make the surrounding area safe for everyone. 

For a glimpse of what is happening at Valley View School, please check out X: @valleyviewcbe 

Meet the Teacher and Fall BBQ 

We’re excited to meet families next Thursday at the Meet the Teacher and Fall BBQ. We are hoping for maximum participation as this opportunity allows you to meet your child’s grade teacher and grade team, as well as better understand how and what your child is learning every day. Please note, this is not a 1:1 parent teacher conference. 

Please fill out the Meet the Teacher form to sign up for a session. 

https://forms.office.com/r/CK2...

Details are as follows: 

Session 1 – 4:30 pm – 5:15 pm 

Session 2 – 6:00 pm – 6:45 pm 

You can meet your child’s teacher and grade team at the following location: 

Kindergarten – Room 4 (Community and Science)

Grade 1 – Room 24 (Community) Room 1 (Science)  

Grade 2 – Room 18 (Community) Room 6 (Science)  

Grade 3, 3/4 - Room 15 (Community) Room 9 (Science)  

Grade 4, 4/5 - Room 26 (Community) Room 10 (Science)  

Grade 5 – Room 29 (Science) 

We will also have information booths set up where you can learn more about the Physical Education and Music programs, as well as meet the administration. If you need to complete your CBE Volunteer Clearance, you can visit Ms. Anderson in the school office. It will be helpful for you to complete the Annual Volunteer Registration Form (attached) prior to coming in. The Valley View School Council Executive Team will also be present to answer any questions related to the School Council.

The Valley View School Council and Rotary Club will be hosting the Fall BBQ outside from 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm. 

We look forward to seeing you on Thursday! 

Terry Fox Run 

The Terry Fox Run will be happening on Tuesday Sep 19. We will kick off the event with an assembly, followed by the run. Our goal is to raise $750 for cancer research. Please join us and continue the legacy of one of our greatest Canadian heroes by sending a Toonie to school with your child. You can also donate at: https://schools.terryfox.ca/Va... 

Thank you for joining us in the fight against cancer! 

Calgary Multicultural Orchestra 

El Sistema Calgary Multicultural Orchestra Foundation will be offering free music lessons at Valley View School again this school year. El Sistema Calgary is a charity with the purpose to make music education accessible to children and youth from all the Calgary community. The organization's mission is to provide an opportunity to young people, to achieve through music the learning of values and principles which are positively reflected in their personal development, their families and in the community. 
The main scope of the organization is the Calgary Multicultural Orchestra (CMO) program. The CMO is an afterschool program that uses music  education to optimize children’s use of free time, to increase positive self- steem, a sense of belonging and positive social ties. The Calgary Multicultural Orchestra provides free music instrument loans (violin, viola, cello and double bass) and offers music lessons at no cost. 
There are 5 extra spots available for Valley View School students in grades 2 to 5.  This is a year-long commitment program. 
Visit https://elsistemacalgary.com/ and contact José  at josegduque@elsistemacagary.com for more information. 

Head Lice 

Head lice is common in children and can be treated at home. We recommend that parents/guardians do a weekly scan of your child’s head to check for head lice. For more information, please visit the AHS website. 

School Council AGM 

The Annual General Meeting (AGM) for the Valley View School Council will be held virtually, through Microsoft Teams, on Tuesday September 26, 2023. A link will be shared that morning. 

The School Council plays a very significant role in providing additional resources to our students, and this will be an important meeting that will include electing the Executive Positions of the Council. 

Here is a list of positions: 

President / Casino Chair - responsible for planning the agenda for the Council meeting, facilitates meetings, acts as the spokesperson for the Council, and coordinates the overall work of the Council.  Also Responsible for communicating with AGLC and coordinating Casino Events. 
Vice President - responsible for assisting the Chairperson and completing duties in their absence. 
Fundraiser - responsible for the planning and execution of the fundraising activities for the council 
Treasurer - responsible for financial documentation and reporting of the council 
Secretary - responsible for the documentation of the meeting minutes and other required forms 
Community Liaison - Liaise between the various Communities our students live in and the Council, this position reports to the council any community events that the parents and students may be interested in attending 
Key Communicator - Liaise between the CBE and the Council, this position is required to attend at least 2 CBE meetings held throughout the year and report back to the Council on the meeting 

Upcoming Dates: 

Tuesday September 19 – Terry Fox Assembly and Run  

Thursday September 21 – Meet the Teacher and Fall BBQ (4:30 pm – 7:30 pm) 

Friday September 22 – Non-Instructional Day (No School for Students)