Good afternoon, Raven families,

I hope you are all enjoying a wonderful Fall Break and taking advantage of this uncharacteristically warm November weather! A huge thank you to our amazing staff and students for the truly outstanding Remembrance Day assemblies this week. From the beautiful musical performances to the thoughtful words, meaningful presentations, and placement of poppies, every part was incredibly moving. The care, time, and attention that went into creating such meaningful tributes were evident. I was equally impressed by our students - their respect, attentiveness, and understanding of the significance of the occasion spoke volumes about our school community. These assemblies are such an important opportunity for us to come together to honour those who have served and sacrificed. Wishing you all a relaxing remainder of Fall Break and some well-deserved time to recharge before we return next week.

RTA Fall Clubs:

RTA School Spirt Wear:

• Our RTA School Spirit Wear Store is now open, featuring RTA-branded apparel and other items to show your Raven pride! For families of students who participated in our Fall Athletics teams, a separate Fall Athletics Team Spirit Wear Store is also available, featuring team-focused spirit wear.  The Fall Athletics store requires a password to access.
• Please note that these are two separate stores with different products and ordering links.
  • RTA School Spirit Wear Store:
    https://store.vbsapparel.ca/RT_Alderman_Winter_2026/shop/home
  • Fall Athletics Team Spirit Wear Store:
    https://www.chimpembroidery.ca/rtalderman?scrollToProduct=rt-alderman-basketballtank
• Password: RTALDERMAN (all capital letters)
• Both stores will close on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. to allow for orders to be processed and delivered before Winter Break. Please be sure to place your order before the deadline!
• Thank you for supporting RTA and showing your Raven pride! - RTA PE & Athletics Team

Parent Association - Casino Volunteers Still Needed!

• We are looking for 7 more volunteers as well as some backups to help with our upcoming casino fundraiser.
• Thank you to the volunteers who have already signed up, the gift of your time to help raise over $80,000 for our children is greatly appreciated!
• To view available shifts, see role descriptions and to sign up, please visit: DEC 17-18 at ACE AIRPORT CASINO

Yearbook Designs Wanted | November 30:

• Submissions should feature original artwork on an 8.5 x 11 page. We are looking for covers that connect with our school, such as our school’s name, colours, ravens, or science.
• Please write your name and homeroom on the back of your submission and bring it to Ms. Shuffler or Ms. Beatty by November 30.

Monday

• Metis Week
• SPECIAL ROTATION: 1,2,3,4,5,6
• Parent Teacher Conference Booking OPENs at 9:00 AM on PowerSchool
• SR Boys’ Basketball practice 7:30 – 8:45 AM
• Grade 8 & 9 Off Campus
• JR Girls’ Basketball practice Gym at Lunch
•  Grade 8 & 9 Off Campus
• JR Boys’ Basketball practice 3:45 - 5:15 PM

Tuesday

• Metis Week
• HR 501 & 502 Telus Spark
• Grade 8 & 9 Off Campus
• SR Girl’s Basketball practice at Lunch
• Wrestling Practice 4:00 – 5:00 PM
• SR Semi Basketball Finals at David Thompson PM
• JR Semi Basketball Finals at Wilma Hansen PM

Wednesday  

• Metis Week
• JR Girls’ Basketball practice 7:30 – 8:45 AM
• Grade 8 Band Trip to Banff
• HR 503 & 504 Telus Spark
• Gr. 5 & 6 Healthy Hunger: IHOP
• Grade 8 & 9 Off Campus
• JR Boys’ Basketball practice 3:45 – 5:15 PM
• RTA School Council & Parent Association Meeting 6:00 – 7:30 PM
• Henry Wise Wood High School IB Information Evening 7:00 - 8:30 PM

Thursday

• Metis Week
• Grade 8 Band Trip to Banff
• HR 505 & 506 Telus Spark
• Gr. 7-9 Healthy Hunger: IHOP
• Grade 7 Off Campus
• Basketball Championship at Samuel Shaw School PM

Friday

• Metis Week
• Rotation 1A, 2A, 3A, 4A
• VIRTUAL Parent Teacher Conferences 1:30 – 3:30 PM
• Girls’ Wrestling Tournament at Lakeshore School 4:00 – 8:00 PM

Saturday

• Boys’ Wrestling Tournament at Lakeshore School 9:00 – 2:00 PM

Upcoming Events:

• Tuesday, November 24: EP Scarlett High School visits RTA  9:10 - 10:00 AM
• Tuesday, November 24: Grade 7s Telus Spark
• Tuesday, November 24: HR 601, 603 and 605 Haudenosaunee Confederacy IN-SCHOOL Presentation 1:00 – 3:00 PM
• Wednesday, November 25: Grade 7 Parent Interest Virtual Meeting | Drumheller Overnight Experience
• Thursday, November 26: HR 805 and 806 Cardboard Boat Challenge at the YMCA
• Thursday, November 26: IN SCHOOL Parent Teacher Conferences 4:30 – 8:00 PM
• Thursday, November 26: HR 602 and 604 Haudenosaunee Confederacy IN-SCHOOL Presentation 1:00 – 3:00 PM
• Friday, November 27: VIRTUAL Parent Teacher Conferences 9:00 – 2:00 PM

Kind regards,

Brenda Lewis