We have several events packed into the final two weeks of school including Raccoona (our sports day), trips to Carburn Park, popcorn snack, pizza lunch and a farewell celebration for grade six students. Our School Council has a parent education evening planned plus one final fundraiser for the year. Please keep an eye on the calendar and messaging from your child(ren)’s class for updates. 

We have been keeping a close eye on the air quality and unfortunately we had to cancel two field trips this past week as well as have a few indoor recesses. Hopefully the air remains clear next week! 

Many thanks to School Council for providing us with a delicious staff appreciation lunch on Friday!

The Week Ahead: 

Updates and Information: 

Library 

All library books are now due and book exchanges for the year have ended. Please help Mrs. Simon by returning any overdue books this week.

Lost & Found 

Please have a look to see if any of these items belong to your family: LOST & Found May 28 2025 poster page.pdf 

The Magic Toybox – Spring Concert 

The link to view this amazing performance was sent out earlier this week. Please check your email or contact Mrs. Poole if you require it re-sent to you.

Student Fees 

Please check your MyCBE account to clear up any remaining field trip or activity fees from this year prior to June 27^th. 

Kindergarten families – please do not pay the Leighton Art Centre fee at this time. We are investigating a reduced-fee option where the Leighton Centre visits us for an in-class activity in lieu of the cancelled field trip. Details coming next week. 

Grade 2 Granary Road Field Trip 

Unfortunately, we were unable to reschedule this trip given the short time we have left this school year. 

Talent Show 

Mr. Hall and Ms. Maclean are organizing a small talent show for the last day of school, June 27^th at 8:30. Family of performers only are welcome to come watch this informal assembly. 

All Sport One Day 2025 

Last week at Riverbend, we had an assembly with Sport Calgary featuring Canadian Rower Karissa Riley! Karissa spoke to our students about the importance of hard work, believing in yourself and trying new things. 

All Sport One Day is a fantastic, free sport discovery event designed specifically for children and youth aged 6 to 17. It offers a unique opportunity for young participants to try out a new sport or physical activity in a fun and supportive environment. 

Whether your child is curious about learning a new skill or simply eager to get active, this event is an excellent way to introduce them to the world of sports without any financial commitment. By participating, kids can explore different sports, discover their interests, and potentially find a new passion, all while making new friends and staying active. 

All Sport One Day 2025 will be held on Saturday, June 21 and Saturday, Aug. 16 from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. 

Follow @SportCalgary on social media or sign-up for their newsletter for updates!   

Link: Registration Link 

School Bus Transportation 

Reminder to anyone who is eligible to access school (yellow) bus transportation, it is very important to register by Sunday, June 22 to have your address included in route planning for September.

My Transit Ride 2025-26

Each year, CBE collaborates with CCSD and Calgary Transit to provide a free orientation program that provides an opportunity for new and first-time transit riders to increase their comfort level and ability to ride Calgary Transit safely and efficiently to and from school. 

The orientation includes different stations for families to visit to learn more about route planning, fares, how to ride the bus or C-Train, safety features, rider etiquette and much more. 

Sessions run every half-hour and last approx. 1 hour. 

Session Dates and TImes 

Wednesday, Aug. 13 from 5 – 8 p.m. 

Saturday, Aug. 16 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. 

Calgary Transit and CBE Transportation staff will be available to answer questions at these sessions. 

Link: Calgary Transit Orientations 

From School Council: 

Memory Board Fundraiser 

We're doing a fun fundraiser to close off the year. If you're interested in purchasing any of these cute memory boards, learning mats, whiteboards or other products listed, Riverbend School Council will receive 30% of your purchase to support our school.  

Spread the word amongst your friends! 

ORDER DEADLINE - Friday, June 20.  

PICK UP - will be Wednesday, June 25 from 2:15-5:30pm at the school.  

Browse the selection here: https://beyondmeasureboards.givingfuel.com/riverbend-school 

Parent Engagement Night - Thursday June 19, 6:30-8pm - Riverbend School.

With funding from the Alberta School Council Engagement (ASCE) Grant, we are excited to welcome guest speaker Connie Jakab to speak to us about the Bravely Connected Method. This session is for parents / caregivers to learn how we can help our children address the complexities of anxiety, emotions & behaviours, and ADHD. Please leave the kids at home and join us at the school for this free session! Doors open at 6:15pm.