Hello Briar Hill Families
School Council
Thank you to the many families that were able to participate in the noon hour School Council Meeting April 17. It was an important time for the school and families to come together to have conversations about Briar Hill School. The next council date and time will be shared in the April 27 update to parents.
There were many topics discussed during School Council, one of them was how Briar Hill is supporting students with Conflict, Rude, Mean, & Bullying behaviour (see image below). I have had the privilege of visiting all Gr. 4-6 classes, discussing these terms with the plan of visiting K-3 in the coming weeks. It is not only important for kids to accurately identify behaviour, they need to be equipped with the tools when faced with this behaviour. These conversations will continue on till the end of the school year.
Used Book Sale
We are very excited for the Briar Hill Annual Used Book Sale. All proceeds will go towards purchasing soccer nets for the field and building our literature collection in the Briar Hill School Learning Commons!
- Donate Books: April 24-28
- Sale: April 29 - May 2
- Volunteers needed. Sign-up HERE
- See posters for more information
2025-26 Planning
As discussed at the last School Council Meeting, our bell times and grade configurations will be changing for the next school year. Many factors impact planning and decisions for the 2025-26 school year; budget & enrolment, student need (data), and survey feedback from families & staff. We are committed to maintaining the strong quality education your children receive from our wonderful school.
- New Bell Schedule
- Mon-Thurs 8:40-3:15pm & Fri 8:40-12:30
- Potential 1-2 busses
- New Grade Configuration
- Kindergarten - AM & PM
- Gr. 1/2 (3 classes)
- Gr. 3/4 (3 classes)
- Gr. 5/6 (2 classes)
- Music
Transportation Services & Bell Time Adjustments
For the 2025-26 school year, the CBE is expanding yellow bus service and adjusting walk zones to meet amended Alberta Education transportation regulations. Changes to bus routes affect bell times, which are aligned across schools for efficiency. These adjustments ensure a reliable transportation service, so students arrive safely, on time and ready to learn. Learn more here Transportation Service and Bell Times Adjustments
Briar Hill School Bus
If you are a family that lives out of the boundary and are eligible for bussing, please have a look at the CBE 1st Ride opportunity below.
My 1st Ride Registration is Open
On May 24 & 25, the CBE and its partners are offering the My 1st Ride bus orientation program. This free event is designed to familiarize students with the experience of taking the yellow bus to and from school. The orientation is aimed at first-time riders and students with special transportation needs.
Important Dates:
April 21 No School for students - PD Day
April 24 Pizza Lunch (order HERE)
April 25 Used Book Sale set-up (Gym Not available)
April 28-May 2 Open Minds Jordan-Avendaño
April 28-May 2 Used Book Sale (Gym not available)
May 8 Fun Lunch (order Healthy Hunger HERE)
May 9 K-6 Connect Day
May 14 Gr.2/3 Young Masters Gallery
May 16 No School for Students
May 19 Victoria Day - No School
May 21-23 Gr.5/6 Camp Kindle
May 29 Gr.1 St. Patrick's Island Field Trip
June 5 Fun Lunch (order Healthy Hunger HERE)
June 10 Stampede Breakfast
June 11 Gr.1 Zoo Field Trip
June 19 Pizza Lunch (order HERE)
June 20 K-6 Connect Day
June 26 Last Day of School (early dismissal)