Good evening, Raven Families,

A huge thank you to everyone who was able to attend Wednesday’s School Council and Parent Association AGM. We still have a few open positions, so stay tuned for more information. We are grateful for the ongoing support from our families in making RTA such an amazing place to learn. This week, we also wrapped up our final fire drill of the semester, right on time, as we prepare for the snow and colder weather headed our way. Wishing everyone a wonderful weekend! 

RTA School Spirit Store Re-opens:

• The RTA store is open for a quick window before the holiday season.
• If you want to purchase any clothing, please do so before Monday Nov. 24^th at midnight.
• Delivery will be the week before winter break!
• Https://store.vbsapparel.ca/RTAlderman_HolidayStore_2025/shop/home 

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! 

RTA Band Fundraiser:

• The RT Alderman Band program is fundraising through Growing Smiles again this year. Please see the link below to order. Funds raised will go towards purchasing music, supplies and extra experiences for the band students.
• The deadline to order is November 25 at 10pm. Orders will be delivered to RT Alderman School on Thursday, Dec. 11. Pick up times and details will be announced closer to Dec. 11.
• If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Gray at kegray@cbe.ab.ca
• https://rtaldermanband.growingsmilesfundraising.com/home

 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 - 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).

 Monday

·       Rotation 6,5,4,3,2,1

·       Grade 8 & 9 Off Campus Day

·       Girls’ Basketball Game at Nickle 5:00 – 7:00 PM

·       SR Boys’ Basketball Game at Rideau 7:30 – 8:30 PM

Tuesday

·       Grade 8 & 9 Off Campus Day

Wednesday

·       Grade 5/6 Healthy Hunger – Edo Japan

·       Grade 8 & 9 Off Campus Day

·       GSA Club in Room 10 at Lunch

Thursday

·       Grade 7/8/9 Healthy Hunger – Edo Japan

·       Grade 7 Off Campus Day

·       Band: Growing Smiles Fundraiser Order Deadline

·       IN SCHOOL Parent Teacher Conferences 4:30 – 8:00 PM

·       HWW High School Open House 6:00 – 8:00 PM

Friday                               

·       VIRTUAL Parent Teacher Conferences 9:00 – 2:00 PM (NO SCHOOL)

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 – 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