Dear Parents and Guardians,
Mount View School is completely a-buzz with all things spring! This does, of course, include soccer out in the field. Team sports offer so many powerful lessons for our students-comradery, patience and dealing with conflict. It is wonderful to be outside and hear the sounds of everyone playing well together.
Jump Rope for Heart - May 15
Mount View School students participate in this event annually.
Did you know building healthy habits today helps reduce kids’ risk of heart disease and stroke later in life? Jump teaches students the EASY Healthy Habits to help protect their heart and brain health – for life!
Please check our school website for the full information – Jump Rope
SoundKreations
We have secured a new time with SoundKreations and are happy to report that they will be returning to MVS in June! We have rescheduled for June 2, 3, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11, 2025. The performance will be on June 11, with an afternoon (2pm) and evening (6pm) show. You must reserve tickets for the performance, new ticket forms were sent home this week (pink paper) and they are also attached here.
HOLD THE DATE for Activity Day 2025!
Thursday June 19th starting outside at 10:30am
(Alternative rain day Tuesday June 24th)
Mark your calendar for Activity Day
We will need volunteers to help at stations.
Time: 10:30-12pm (volunteers arriving at 10:15)
General Plan: stations, students travel with a passport in groups assigned or not. (choice) Kindergarten will have buddies from grade 5/6 and will be leaving at 11:00am unless a parent wants to stay with them.
Important upcoming dates:
May 13 – Parent Council AGM
May 15 – Jump Rope for Heart
May 16 – Non-Instruction Day (no school for students)
May 19 – Victoria Day (no school)
May 23 – Little Red Reading Van (visiting a few classes)
May 26 – Grade 6 vaccinations
May 28 – ELAL PAT Part A
May 29 – Kindergarten Orientation
May 29 – Mackie Let It Glow Dance Party (Community Event)
May 30, June 6, 13 – SOGO Adventure Running Residency
June 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11 – Sound Kreations Residency
June 11 – Sound Kreations Afternoon and Evening Performances
Urgent Call for Leadership – School Council AGM, May 13
Our current School Council executive is stepping down, and we urgently need new leaders to step forward. While we’re grateful to have some fantastic volunteers already in place, at least one critical role remains unfilled – and without it, the council cannot function effectively next year.
We need your help – NOW!
Chair – Leads meetings and sets the agenda (approx. 1 hour/week). No prior experience needed! We’ll provide full support, training, and a smooth transition.
Vice-Chair (nice to have but not critical) – Supports the Chair and is ready to step in when needed. A vital role that ensures continuity and strength in our leadership.
Both positions are essential to keeping the School Council running and ensuring parent voices remain central in shaping our children’s school experience.
New to this? No problem.
Training is available through the Alberta School Councils’ Association (ASCA), and outgoing members are here to guide and support you every step of the way.
Dads – we need YOU!
Let’s be real – our School Council is short on Dad-power. Your perspective matters, and your involvement can make a huge impact. Whether you bring leadership skills or legendary dad jokes, we need you at the table. Don’t let the moms do it all—step up and show your kids what community involvement looks like.
Interested or have questions?
Reach out to us at mountviewschoolcouncil@gmail.com – we’re happy to chat.
Let’s make sure our School Council continues strong into the next year. Join us at the AGM on May 13 – your leadership could make all the difference.
Save the Date: June 19th @ 6:30 pm
"Protecting our Children in the Digital Age"
An in-person presentation by the Calgary Police
Stay tuned for more details
Mackie’s Let It Glow Dance Party!
Thursday, May 29th | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Winston Heights Community Association
Get ready to light up at Mackie’s Let It Glow Dance Party! Dress in neon or white to glow under black lights, and enjoy an evening of music, glow sticks, and light refreshments.
Open to all grades
All students must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
All attendees require a ticket (children & adults) - for information please see our WEBSITE
Don’t miss the glowiest night of the year!