Sunalta Scoop for March 30 to April 3, 2026

Posted on 2026-03-20 19:33:16.2 +0000 UTC

Dear Families,  

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Traffic Safety Reminder – Welcome Back from Spring Break!

As we return from Spring Break, we ask all families to help keep our school community safe by following all posted traffic and parking signage around the school.

Please remember:

Do not park or stop in “No Stopping” or “No Parking” zones. These areas are designated for safety and visibility.
Do not make U‑turns on the road near the school. This creates a significant hazard for children and other drivers.
Do not drop children off on crosswalks. Crosswalks must remain clear at all times so students can cross safely.
Be respectful and cooperative with staff who may remind you if you are violating city signage. Their role is to keep all students safe.

Thank you for doing your part to support a safe and smooth drop-off and pick-up for everyone. Your care and attention make a difference!

Read-A-Thon Update and Pledges

To support our Read‑a‑thon, each student has brought home a Reading Bingo Card. Students have been collecting pledges for every square they completed throughout the week—an exciting way to motivate readers and involve our community. Donations will be collected until Monday April 6th; cash or cheque donations can be brought to the school office, with cheques being made out to Sunalta School Parent Society. Donations can also be made online through educationmatters.ca/schools/sunalta-school. Tax receipts will be available for donations over $25.

Upcoming Event: Childhood Unplugged at the Calgary Public Library

Looking for support in helping kids find balance in a digital world? Families are invited to a free event at the Central Library Theatre from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., featuring author Katherine Johnson Martinko (Childhood Unplugged). She’ll share practical strategies for reducing screen time and encouraging reading, play, and real‑world exploration.

The keynote will be followed by a panel of local experts, including Dr. Sheri Madigan, Dr. Mengguo Jing, and Sara Austin, moderated by Dr. Susan Graham.
The first 200 guests receive a free copy of the book.

Last Chance to order your Sunalta Swag!

Don’t miss out! The store is only open for a limited time.
Order deadline: March 31, 2026
Delivery: Items will be delivered to Sunalta School in early April

Show your school spirit and grab your Sunalta swag before the store closes! https://login.commonsku.com/shop/1a05feab-1d6e-466f-b98c-289bd12ad52f

School Council for April 2026

Please join us for the next School Council Meeting on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 6:30pm in the school Library.

April Dates:

Sikh Heritage Month
April 3, 2026 – Good Friday (No school for staff and students)
April 9, 2026 – Grade 3 to Bow Habitat Station
April 14, 2026 – Grade 1 to Little Red Reading House
April 14, 2026 – School Council Meeting at 6:30pm
April 22, 2026 – Earth Day
April 24, 2026 – Non-Instructional Day (No School for students)
April 30, 2026 – Grade 4-6 Spring Concert (Afternoon and evening performances – times TBD)

May Dates:

May 12, 2026 – School Council Meeting – Annual General Meeting
May 15, 2026 – Non-Instructional Day (No classes for students)
May 18, 2026 – No School for Victoria Day
May 19, 2026 – Grade 4 to Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area
May 25, 2026 – PAT for Grade 6 (English Language Arts and Literature – Part A)
May 26, 2026 – Grade 1 to Butterfield Acres
May 28, 2026 – Grade 2 to Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area

We hope you have a wonderful week. If you need to reach us in the office, please phone 403-777-8590 between 8:00am-4:00pm. If you need to contact me directly, please call the school office or you can send an email to me at hjwright@cbe.ab.ca.  

Warm regards  

Hilary Wright & Elaine Hordo  

Principal & Assistant Principal, Sunalta School  