Good afternoon, Raven families,
It is hard to believe that December is just around the corner! A huge thank you to all the parents who were able to attend Parent-Teacher Conferences, whether in person or virtually—we truly appreciate your support! Another huge thank you, as well, to our Parent Council for providing the staff with a delicious pizza supper; we are very grateful. Wishing everyone a wonderful weekend filled with snowy adventures!
RTA School STEM Challenge:
- For our upcoming STEM challenge, we are seeking the following donations.
- 15 to 20 empty egg cartons.
- Bubble wrap
- Cotton balls
- If you are able to donate these, Mr. Newman will be collecting them in the main office. Thank you in advance to all families able to contribute.
Growing Smiles Band Fundraiser:
· Thank you to all the families that ordered through Growing Smiles!
· Wreaths and plants will be delivered to RT Alderman School on Thursday. Dec. 11. Specific pick up times and information will be communicated 24-48 hours before the delivery date.
· Please email kegray@cbe.ab.ca with any questions.
Grade 7 CTF Fashion Supplies Needed:
· Our Grade 7 Fashion students are exploring sustainable fashion and doing a variety of projects with fabric that might otherwise be at the end of its life. For our next project, we will be making pajama pants and are looking for donations of bed sheets! We are looking for flat or fitted sheets in good condition.
· Donations can be brought directly to Rm 25.
· Thank you for supporting student learning!
Grade 6 Math Beaver Contest Results:
Please join us in congratulating RTA’s latest math rockstars!
· 1st Place - Oliver V with 60 points
· 2nd Place - Jua K, Jayden N & Zoe Y with 56 points
· 3rd Place - Archan P & Oliver Y with 55 points
Personal Mobile Devices:
As previously shared in September with families, Alberta Education has instructed school authorities to limit the use of personal mobile devices and restrict access to social media as follows:
· Children and students may not use personal mobile devices during instructional time. If children and students have personal mobile devices with them during instructional time, they are required to keep these devices on silent or powered off, and stored out of view
· Children and students may not access social media on school networks or on school devices. A school authority may further limit the use of personal mobile devices and social media, so long as it otherwise complies with these Standards, including the Limited Use Exceptions (Government of Alberta, 2024).
· We have noticed an increase of students bringing smart watches into the building. Please note that smartwatches are considered personal mobile devices (if they are connected to WIFI) and as such, students are expected to store them in their lockers during the day.
RTA Yearbook:
· Yearbooks are now available for purchase. Families can order yearbook directly through the vendor at https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1114767/R-T-ALDERMAN-SCHOOL/
· Yearbook Cover Art Contest - Final Week for Submissions! We are looking for cover art for this year's yearbook! Artwork should be 8.5 x 11 and connect to our school, such as by using our school colours or ravens in your design. Submissions can be given to Ms. Shuffler (Rm 25) or Ms. Beatty (Rm 19) and are due on Friday, December 5.
Monday
· Rotation 1,2,3,4,5,6
· Grade 8 & 9 Off Campus Day
· Grade 5 & 6 Music/Art Switch
Tuesday
· Grade 8 & 9 Off Campus Day
· Cross Country Pizza Celebration in the Gym at Lunch
Wednesday
· Grade 8 & 9 Off Campus Day
· GSA Club in Room 10 at Lunch
Thursday
· Grade 9 Leadership Club
· Grade 7 Off Campus Day
· Basketball Pizza Celebration in the Gym at 3:40 – 5:15 PM
Friday
· Rotation: 1A, 2A, 3A, 4A
Upcoming Events:
· Wednesday, December 10: Photo Retakes
· Wednesday, December 10: GSA Bake Sale at RTA
· Thursday, December 11: Band – Growing Smiles Delivery
· Friday, December 12: Grade 9 Band Clinic 1:30 – 2:30 PM
· Monday, December 15 – Friday, December 19: Spirit Days at RTA
o Monday is Crazy Hat Day!
o Tuesday is Red and White Day!
o Wednesday is RTA Spirit Wear Day!
o Thursday is Ugly Sweater Day!
o Friday is PJ Day!
· Monday, December 15 – Thursday, December 18: Grade 7 & 8 PE Residency
· Wednesday, December 17 – Thursday, December 18: Grade 5 & 6 Astrodome
· Thursday, December 18: Grade 9 Political Cartooning
· Friday, December 19: RTA STEM Challenge
· Friday, December 19: Last day of school before Winter Break
Kind regards,
Brenda Lewis