Happy Friday, Raven families,

It is hard to believe that Spring Equinox is around the corner – it feels like Winter Solstice was just yesterday. With the white stuff in the forecast, enjoy the beautiful weekend weather and a very Happy Saint Patrick’s Day to all!

Spring Equinox:

• At the equinox, Earth’s two hemispheres are receiving the sun’s rays equally. Night and day are often said to be equal in length. In fact, the word equinox comes from the Latin aequus (equal) and nox (night). For our ancestors, whose timekeeping was less precise than ours, day and night likely did seem equal. - Earth Sky Website
• “This is a time to acknowledge all the beautiful changes...Springtime is a time of celebration. It is also a time of reflection-- to look back and learn from the journey we have had throughout the year and how we can carry that forward”. - Elder Saa’kokoto

Ravens Volleyball Teams:

• As the volleyball season comes to an end, we would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations to our JR and SR Boys and Girls’ Volleyball teams, as well as our coaches, and our fans. Your dedication and passion have truly shined throughout this season.
• With every serve, spike, and save, you have show-cased the true spirit of teamwork and determination.
• Congratulations again on a fantastic season!

School Planning: Short Survey to Share Your Voice!

• We know we make better decisions to support student learning when we build understanding and work together. That is why we are asking you to share your perspectives about our School Development Plan, school budget and school fees.
• The survey is now open and it closes on March 18, 2024.
• Please click here to complete the survey: RTA 2024 School Planning Survey
• Your input is important to us, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your perspectives.

RTA Band Fundraiser:

• The RTA band is doing a Coco Brooks Fundraiser! 
• Funds raised will go towards supplementing student enrichment and experiences in band. 
• The campaign is active and will be open until March 22 at 11:59pm. 
• Please use the following link to order online: https://fundraising.cocobrooks.com/invite/verify?code=drek-dare
• Orders will be ready for pick up at RT Alderman School on Thursday, April 11, 2024.
• The time of pick up will be announced closer to the April 11, 2024.
• Please contact Ms. Gray at kegray@cbe.ab.ca if you have questions.  The band thanks you for your support!

Monday:

• Rotation 1,2,3,4,5,6
• RTA Reuse Clothing Sale: Grade 9 Leadership
• HR 703 & HR 704 Military Museum
• Grade 8 Telus Spark – Da Vinci Exhibition
• Grade 9 Off Campus Day
• Dungeons and Dragons Club at Lunch

Tuesday:

• Spring Equinox
• RTA Reuse Clothing Sale: Grade 9 Leadership
• HR 701 & HR 702 Military Museum
• Grade 9 Off Campus Day
• Grade 9 Band Feeder School Concert at LBHS @ 4:30 PM

Wednesday:

• RTA Reuse Clothing Sale: Grade 9 Leadership
• HR 705 & 706 Military Museum
• Grade 8 Off Campus Day
• Gr. 5-9 GSA Club at Lunch in Room 10
• Mandatory online meeting for Grades 8 and 9 band students attending Banff Music Retreats (April 29-30) @ 7:00 PM A link has been sent via School Messenger.

Thursday:

• RTA Reuse Clothing Sale: Grade 9 Leadership
• Grade 7 Off Campus Day
• Gr. 7-9 Homework Club at Lunch
• Healthy Hunger: Kernals Popcorn
• IN SCHOOL Parent Teacher Conferences 4:15 – 8:00 PM

Friday:

• NON-Instructional Day
• VIRTUAL SCHOOL Parent Teacher Conferences 9:00 – 3:00 PM

Upcoming Events:

•  Monday, March 25 – Friday, March 29, 2024: Spring Break