Fort Saskatchewan Elementary

This voice message and email was sent to all homes on Thursday, May 17:

On behalf of Fort Elementary I would like to wish all FSE families a sunny and safe "extra long" long weekend.  The school will be closed on Friday, May 18 and will resume on Tuesday, May 22. 

Please note that we will not be hosting a pizza lunch for the students in the month of May.  We would like to thank Shelly Brown for all of her hard work in organizing the lunches for our students.  As well, we had a group of energetic volunteers step forward to help out during the year.  Thanks to all of you!

Again, have a wonderful long weekend and we'll see students on Tuesday, May 22.

Deb Weir                                                                                       

Part of our Spell a Thon funds went to supporting the education of girls in East Africa via the Canadian Harambee Education Society (check their website at: www.canadianharambee.ca) and Bev Facey High School. 

Here's what was shared about the project by principal Peter Barron:

What's the elephant in the room? Well, it's Stella, the brainchild of Mr. Pezim. The pink elephant that dominates our cafeteria is the centerpiece of our latest literary arts magazine entitled - "Ablaze". She will also be the focus of our current drive to raise funds for the education of girls in East Africa through CHES (Canadian Harambee Education Society). Next week, over 250 elementary students will be visiting to hear the 52 stanza poem about Stella and her fella, and have an opportunity to make a contribution by inserting coins into her trunk. The resounding trumpeting that results from a donation is delightful. This wonderful creation comes from a collaborative and interdisciplinary effort of staff and students. Mr. Milne and his student teacher, David Molaro, Denise and student writers and artists deserve our gratitude. I would also like to acknowledge and express appreciation to Fort Saskatchewan Elementary School which has donated over $800 already for this current run at raising funds. Proceeds from the book sale will also support this wonderful cause. Thank you Mr. Pezim!

On Thursday May 10th the Fort Saskatchewan Elementary track team ran thier hearts out. The team comprised of grade 4,5, & 6 girls and boys ran a 4x200 metre relay race at Strathcona Athletic Park in Sherwood Park. Our Lions were by far the best cheerleaders at the track and made both coaches, Ms. Nicolson and Mr. McKay very proud.

Please click here to read our May, 2012 newsletter. Please note that an electronic copy of the newsletter will be sent to all families who have provided an email address to the school.  If you have not provided an address and would like electronic notices and copies of newsletters, please contact us at school and provide the necessary information.  Save a tree!

Unbelievable!!!  Over the past week we have raised OVER $15 000.00!!! We couldn't be more proud of our students and school community!!!!

Our spell-a-thon is a fundraising effort to help support our new playgrounds and work toward building a third fantastic playground. Last year our math-a-thon raised over $10 000 and our goal this year is to raise over $11 000. As our thanks for your support every student who raises $2.00 for our spell-a-thon will recieve an ultra cool Fort Elementary water bottle.

The student who raises the most money will win a Nintendo DSi XL. Our second place fundraiser will win an enormous teddy bear to cuddle with. Our third place fundraiser will win a radical new skateboard. Finally for every $10.00 donation raised the student will receive a raffle ticket to enter to win one of the other amazing prizes that are available.

Please click here for a copy of the sponsor sheet.  We will continue to accept funds until Friday, May 4. 

Thank you for your support in giving our Lions a place to roam.

Please click here to read the April Administrator's Reports.  Many thanks to the parents who came out to our meeting on April 16.  We shared a great deal of information abou the school and had an opportunity for a question and answer session.  Please click here for the minutes from the meeting-- thank you Mrs. Evans. 

Our next meeting will be on Monday, June 4 at 6:30 pm. 

The School Education Plan and Results Report for Fort Saskatchewan Elementary School is now available. It can be viewed by clicking here.

Approved EIPS 2011 - 2012 School Calendar

Approved EIPS 2012 - 2013 School Calendar

Under the leadership of Mr. McKay, our grade six students produce and direct this amazing weekly TV news show.  As of Monday, September 26, another stellar year of amazing shows has begun.  Episodes will go to air on the first day of each school week.  To check our work click on:  FSETV IS ON THE AIR! 

Fort Elementary has joined the Twittersphere. Come follow us for the latest and greatest from Fort Elementary. 

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