Inferno News: February 14, 2025

Inferno News: February 14, 2025

Here is this week's edition of Inferno News. Just a reminder that there is no school Monday due to family day

CUPE Strike Notice

All parents should have received an email from the Parkland School Division today regarding labour action. As of now, CUPE has communicated intent to work-to-rule beginning Tuesday. This change will have some small effects on some extracurricular programming such as certain clubs or activities, but will not affect school operations or student support currently being provided. However, things could change quickly and further information will be communicated accordingly. If you did not receive the email earlier today, please read it here.

French Winter Carnival

On Wednesday, February 19th from 9:25am - 12:30pm the grade 5 & 6 students are participating in the French winter festival “Carnaval” hosted by the grade 7-9 French classes. The stations will include: crêpes, sled races, snowshoeing, winter games, “tire” or maple taffy with Les Bûcherons, Carnival games, ball hockey, and French dance/music. These activities will be taking place inside and outside so we ask that your child be dressed appropriately for the weather including: ski-pants, winter jacket, mittens/gloves, hat, scarf and winter boots. Students may also dress up in their favourite flannel shirt and toque!   

Should you have any questions, please feel free to email leigh.wolitski@psd.ca

Kabul Market!

On Wednesday, February 26, during blocks 4 and 5, the halls of Greystone will come alive with the energy of a bustling market as 6M and 6N present the Kabul Market!

Students have been learning about Parvana, a young girl living in Kabul who must become the breadwinner for her family in order to survive. This experience will bring their learning to life as they recreate the vibrant atmosphere of a traditional market.

A variety of items will be available for purchase at $1 or $2, with all proceeds going toward our end-of-year field trip. Families are warmly invited to attend and support our students. Any remaining items will be available for purchase during recess on Thursday, February 27.

Thank you for your support—we hope to see you there!

Taco in a Bag Pop Up Lunch Tuesday

Next week on Tuesday, February 18, FOGS will have another pop up lunch! Tacos in a bag will be for sale for $5, and pop for $2!

Marmot Ski/Snowboard Trip

Mr. Arndt and Mr. Granley will be having a meeting for grades 7, 8, and 9 students to provide information and permission forms for the Greystone Marmot Basin ski and snowboard trip next Thursday, February 20, at lunch.

Counsellor's Corner

Check out this month’s Newsletter from AHS Caregiver Education Series.   Sessions are virtual and timely - registration is required.  See link above for registration information

Understanding Anxiety-  click here to register

Part 3:   Settling Our Minds - Wednesday, February 19     12:00 – 1:00 pm

Part 2:   Overcoming Avoidance - Wednesday, December 26    12:00 – 1:00 pm

Technology and the Teenage Brain - Digital Wellness for Families click here to register

Wednesday, February 19      6:00 – 7:30 pm

Check out February events in the Stronger Together Newsletter from Parkland School

Grade 9 Travel for Credit Opportunity - repeat

Travel for Credit – Enrolment is Open!
Registration is now open for this summer’s Travel for Credit program. In partnership with EF Educational Tours, Parkland School Division is offering students the chance to travel while earning school credit this summer.

Courses available:

Grades 10 and 11, Communication Technology (Summer Edition): Exploring Media in Europe – Paris & Nice.

The Travel for Credit program takes place throughout the months of July and August. Our program is now open to all current Grade 9 to 12 students. Students who register for the program will be able to earn credit by participating in 6 weeks of self-paced learning plus one week of travel with EF Educational Tours.

Learn more about Travel for Credit at Parkland School Division

Please see the attached flyer for details or head directly to the --click here-- to find travel dates, cost, FAQs and more. 

Or join our upcoming info session: (Online) 

Date: February 11th, 2025 

Time: 6:00 pm (MST)

Scan the QR Code for Webinar Access

use this Registration Link --Click Here--

Running Room Games - Repeat

Our annual Running Room Indoor Games relay teams have been selected, and students are busy training for their big race! The event will take place on Friday, February 21st, at the U of A Butterdome. Parents are welcome to attend and cheer them on.

Share a Thought Survey- repeat

We want your feedback!

Use our Share a Thought Survey to let us know what is on your mind.  We work hard as a staff to consider your feedback when making decisions regarding many aspects of the school.  

Hot Lunch Update - repeat

Below you will find the schedule for hot lunch this year.  This schedule can also be found on the GCMS website.  If you do not yet have a hot lunch account please see this document for instructions on how to get set up. 

Important Dates

February 17 - Family Day - No School