Good afternoon, Raven Families,

We have had another fantastic week of learning and growth at RTA. It has been great to see our students engaged in their studies and making the most of their learning opportunities. Excitement is building as our volleyball teams prepare for their playoff games next week - Go Ravens! Additionally, we welcomed back grade nine students from their three-day adventure at BGI Kananaskis. They returned with incredible stories and experiences, and we cannot wait for the second group to embark on their journey next week. Wishing them all a memorable and rewarding trip. Thank you for your ongoing support, and have a wonderful weekend.

Jump Rope for Heart:

• For over 40 years, students across Canada have been getting active in support of Heart & Stroke.
• This year, RTA is participating in Jump Rope for Heart – a fundraiser that encourages our students to get active, build healthy habits and give back.
• Students will be completing Jump Rope activities during PE and learning the importance of healthy active lifestyles when it comes to our own heart.
• As a PE team, we are committed to ensuring that students of all ages and abilities feel welcomed, energized, and excited to join in the fun while getting their hearts pumping!
• Optional Donation Link:  https://jumpropeforheart.crowdchange.ca/81299

Upcoming Parent Teacher Conferences:

• Due to the ongoing CUPE strike, CBE schools have been directed to conduct upcoming Student Progress Conferences virtually (via Microsoft Teams)
• As such, the conferences for RTA will take place via Teams on Thursday, March 20 (4:30– 8:00 PM) and Friday, March 21 (9:00 AM – 2:00 PM)
• Conference bookings will open at 8:00 AM next Friday, March 14

Monday:

• Rotation 1,2,3,4,5,6
• Grade 5 & 6 One World Drumming Residency
• Substitution Appreciation Week
• Fitness Intermurals – Grade 7 Plank Test
• Grade 9 Off-Campus Day
• Knitting/Looming Club at Lunch in the Health Room
• Dungeons and Dragons Club
• SR Girls’ Volleyball Playoff Game at RTA 4:15 – 5:15 PM

Tuesday:

• JR Boys’ Volleyball Practice at 7:30 – 8:30 AM
• Grade 5 & 6 One World Drumming Residency
• Healthy Hunger | WHOLE SCHOOL Kernels
• Grade 9-Off Campus Day
• JR Girls’ Volleyball Practice at Lunch
• Dance Choreography Club at Lunch on the Stage
• SR Boys’ Volleyball Practice at RTA 3:35 – 5:00 PM

Wednesday:

• Grade 5 & 6 One World Drumming Residency
• HR 902 & HR 903 BioGeoScience Institute at Barrier Lake (BGI) Overnight Trip
• Healthy Hunger | Gr. 5 & 6 Little Caesars
• Fitness Intermurals – Grade 6 Plank Test
• Grade 8 Off-Campus Day
• GSA Club at Lunch
• COSA (Science Fair Club) at Lunch in RM 28
• JR Girls’ Volleyball Practice at 3:45 – 5:00 PM
• RTA School Council and Parent Association Virtual Meeting at 6:30 – 8:00 PM

Thursday:

• Grade 5 & 6 One World Drumming Residency
• HR 902 & HR 903 BioGeoScience Institute at Barrier Lake (BGI) Overnight Trip
• Grade 7 Off-Campus Day
• Fitness Intermurals – Grade 8 Plank Test
• JR Boys’ Volleyball Practice at Lunch
• Eco Club
• JR Girls’ Volleyball Playoff Game at RTA 4:15 – 5:15 PM

Friday:

• 1A, 2A, 3A, 4A
• PI (3.14….) Day at RTA
• Grade 5 & 6 One World Drumming Residency
• HR 902 & HR 903 BioGeoScience Institute at Barrier Lake (BGI) Overnight Trip (Return)

Upcoming Events:

• Wednesday, March 12: Virtual RTA School Council Meeting – School Planning 6:30 – 8:00 PM
• Thursday, March 13: Healthy Hunger | Gr. 7-9 Little Caesars
• Thursday, March 13: Grade 9 Band LBHS Feeder School Concert 4:30 – 8:30 PM
• Tuesday, March 18: Grade 9 Vaccinations
• Tuesday, March 18: HR 703 Journey 2050
• Wednesday, March 19: Healthy Hunger | Gr. 5 & 6 Subway
• Wednesday, March 19: HR 704 & HR 704 Journey 2050
• Wednesday, March 19: Grade 6s - City of Calgary Presentation in Library
• Thursday, March 20: Healthy Hunger | Gr. 7-9 Subway
• Thursday, March 20: HR 701 & HR 702 Journey 2050
• REVISED Thursday, March 20: VIRTUAL Parent Teacher Conferences 4:30 – 8:00 PM
• Friday, March 21: CBE Non-Instructional Day (NO SCHOOL)
• Friday, March 21: VIRTUAL Parent Teacher Conferences 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• Monday, March 24 – Friday, March 28: SPRING BREAK

Kind regards

Brenda Lewis