Good evening, RTA Raven Families,

As the weather begins to warm up here in Calgary, we would like to wish all our families a wonderful weekend ahead. It has been great to have students back in the building, settled into routines and fully engaged - especially as many are diving into Science Fair preparations with enthusiasm and curiosity.

We are also excited to share that the painting of the school is nearing completion, and we cannot wait to show off the beautiful new murals in the library and gym. With these projects wrapping up, we are  thrilled to turn our attention back to our bulletin boards and begin showcasing the incredible learning and creativity happening in our classrooms through student work.

Thank you, as always, for your continued support. Enjoy the sunshine and have a great weekend.

Purdy's Band Fundraiser

The RT Alderman Band Program is participating in the Purdy's Easter Fundraiser. Proceeds will help purchase music and supplies and offset costs associated with enriching supplemental band experiences. The fundraiser will close on Thursday, Feb. 19 and orders will be delivered to RT Alderman School for pick up on Thursday, March 19 (parent teacher interview evening). Please use the link below to submit and order. Thank you for supporting the band program!

https://fundraising.purdys.com/campaign/000020339

Lunchtime and Off Campus

• At lunchtime, students in grades 7, 8 and 9 are welcome to remain in their classrooms to eat lunch from 12:05 until 12:25 PM.
• On Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, students in grades 8 and 9, and on Thursdays, students in grade 7 may go off campus during this time if they wish.  However, if they choose to leave the school during this time, students must remain outside.  There will be no “in and out” opportunities. 
• Once students have finished eating, all grades 7, 8 and 9 students will be expected to be outside beginning at 12:25 PM. Given the fluctuations in temperatures, students are reminded to bring appropriate clothing to be outside.
• In addition to this, students are reminded they are not permitted to be in the following areas during the lunch period.
• • The playground at Maple Ridge School
  • The Willow Park Community Center - this includes the Gaga ball pit, hockey rink, skating pathway and parking lot
• Should students be found in these areas during the lunch period, they will lose their off-campus privileges.  

Monday

• 2025-2026 Science Program Registration OPENS (new science families only)
• JR Boys’ Volleyball Practice 7:30 – 8:45 AM
• Rotation 1,2,3,4,5,6
• Yearbook Club at Lunch in the Library
• SWAT Meeting at Lunch in RM 5
• Grade 8 & 9 Off Campus Day
• Grade 9 Lord Beaverbrook High School Presentation 12:45 – 1:45 PM
• Girls’ Volleyball Practice 3:40 – 5:00 PM

Tuesday

• Grade 8 & 9 Off Campus Day
• Girls’ Volleyball Practice at Lunch
• Yarn Works Club at Lunch in the Library
• Guest Speaker Paul Davis - Digital Citizenship Presentation for Students
• • 1:00 – 1:55 PM Grade 7-9  
  • 2:30 – 3:00 PM - Grade 5-6
• Guest Speaker Paul Davis - Digital Citizenship Presentation for Parents
• • 6:30 – 7:30 PM - Parents

Wednesday

• SR Boys’ Volleyball Practice 7:30 – 8:45 AM
• Grade 8 & 9 Off Campus Day
• Grade 5 Intramurals at Lunch
• GSA Club at Lunch
• Healthy Hunger – Grades 5 & 6 Little Caesars
• JR Girls’ Volleyball Practice 3:40 – 5:00 PM 

Thursday

• JR Boys’ Volleyball Practice 7:30 – 8:45 AM
• Grade 9 Leadership Club
• Grade 7 Off Campus Day
• Grade 5 Intramurals at Lunch
• Healthy Hunger – Grades 7-9 Little Caesars
• JR Boys’ Volleyball Practice 3:40 – 5:00 PM 

Friday

• Rotation: 5A, 6A, 1B, 2B
• Grade 9 Henry Wise Wood High School Presentation

Upcoming Events:

• Monday, January 19: Grade 6 Haudenosaunee Confederacy Teacher's Pet
• Monday, January 19: Grade 9 Scarlett High School Registration AM
• Tuesday, January 20: Grade 9 Centennial High School Presentation
• Wednesday, January 21: HR 901, 902 & 905 Telus Spark
• Wednesday, January 21: RTA VIRTUAL School Council and Parent Association Meeting at 6:30 – 8:00 PM
• Wednesday, January 21: Healthy Hunger – Grades 5 & 6 Edo Japan
• Thursday, January 22: Heathy Hunger – Grades 7-9 Edo Japan
• Friday, January 23: Grade 8 Band Clinic #2 1:30 – 1:45 PM
• Monday, January 26: HR 903 & 904 Telus Spark
• Thursday, January 29: RTA Science Fair AM
• Thursday, January 29th: RTA Open House
• • Celebration of Learning 6:00 – 6:45 PM (Existing Families)
  • Science Program Presentation 6:00 – 6:45 PM (New Families)
  • Self-Directed Tours of RTA 6:45 – 7:45 PM
• Friday, January 30: Non-Instructional Day (NO SCHOOL)

 Kind regards,

Brenda Lewis