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March 2026:

Mar. 6: Professional Development Day (No School)

Mar. 8: International Women's Day

Mar. 9 & 10: Hot Lunch

Mar. 10: Summer School Registration Opens

Mar. 11: Early Dismissal, Hockey Hooky

Mar. 14: Pi Day

Mar. 16 - 20: Scholastic Book Fair

Mar. 18: Early Dismissal

Mar. 17 & 18: Parent/Teacher Interviews

Mar. 20: International Francophonie Day

Mar. 21: World Poetry Day

Mar. 23-27: Spring Break - No School

Mar. 31: National Indigenous Language Day

Now that we are past the half-way point of the year, it may be a great time to replenish your child's school supplies, especially for easily consumable items like pencils and paper in junior high.

Elementary parents may want to connect with teachers to see if there are any specific supplies that are needed for their child.

To help keep morning drop‑off running smoothly, we kindly ask drivers to pull into the first available spot in the right‑hand drop‑off lane. Waiting for a preferred spot further ahead causes traffic to back up.

Please also remember that the drop‑off lane is a stop‑and‑go zone only. Vehicles shouldn’t be left unattended, and drivers should not park and walk students into the school from this area.

Your cooperation helps keep everyone moving safely and efficiently. Thank you for supporting a smoother start to the school day!

Parent/Teacher Interviews will be held on Tuesday, March 17 and Wednesday, March 18. This is a valuable opportunity for families and teachers to discuss student progress and identify next steps for learning. Appointment booking will open on Tuesday, March 10 at 9:00 a.m. and will close on Tuesday, March 17 at 9:00 a.m.

A school messenger will be sent out the morning of March 10 with instructions.

Please click HERE for more information.

Monday and Tuesday – Previews Only

Tuesday afterschool only – open for sales for students and parents

Wednesday – open for sales – elementary during class time and junior high only during breaks, parents any time

Thursday – open for sales – all day and until 5:30 pm for parents

Friday – open for sales morning only. We will be packing it up in the afternoon.

Please see the link below for book trailers:

https://www2.scholastic.ca/bookfairs/book-trailers/

Due to the overwhelming response of ticket sales, we have released a limited number of tickets for our Friday, April 24/26, 10:45 am show.

Based on the award-winning Broadway musical and the smash hit motion picture, Legally Blonde The Musical JR. is a fabulously fun journey of self-empowerment and expanding horizons. The show's instantly recognizable songs are filled with humor, wit and sass — leaving cast members and audiences alike seeing pink! Legally Blonde JR. follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes, snobbery and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. When Elle's boyfriend, Warner, dumps her and heads to Harvard, claiming she's not "serious" enough, Elle takes matters into her own hands, crafting a showy song-and-dance personal essay and charming her way into law school. Befriending classmate, Emmett, and spunky hairdresser, Paulette, along the way, Elle finds that books and looks aren't mutually exclusive. As Elle begins outsmarting her peers, she realizes that law may be her natural calling after all.

Tickets are now available for purchase, cost is $12.00 each, general seating, for Friday April 24/26 10:45 AM show.

Log into your PowerSchool Parent Portal account, scroll down to bottom of the main page, under School Items, select the Legally Blonde Jr. Friday April 24/26 10:45 am show, complete and submit.

Tickets are available on first-come, first served basis, with a limited inventory.

Our Grade 9 students are getting very excited about what lies ahead for them! Both Bev Facey and Salisbury Composite High Schools will be visiting us during Period 4 on March 9 to chat about the high school registration process and what to expect next year.

Following the presentation, students will be coming home with registration planning sheets. Please take some time to go over these together, fill them out, and return them to the office by March 20.

To wrap things up, the high school teams will be back on April 8 to sit down with students and officially enter all their course selections.

To make the most of this process:

1. Talk Interests: High school offers a world of electives—from Cosmetology and Mechanics to Fine Arts and Leadership. Encourage your student to pick at least one "passion project" course.

2. Check the Streams: Discuss which stream (e.g., Dash-1 or Dash-2) is the best fit for your student's current learning style and future goals. Take a look at recommendations and current marks.

3. Ask Questions: If your student is unsure about the difference between the two schools or specific programs like Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB), encourage them to prepare questions for the March 10 session.

Registration opens March 10 at 8:00 a.m. for both EIPS and non-EIPS students!

Session Options:

4-week session (core classes): July 6–30

2-week sessions (non-core classes): July 6–17 or July 20–30

Classes held at Bev Facey Community High School

Phys. Ed. options at Bev Facey & Salisbury Composite

Daily Bussing available from Fort Saskatchewan

$80 refundable deposit per course

Students may register for up to 10 credits (one 4 week in-person class only)

Daily attendance is mandatory!

Registration closes June 30

How to Register

EIPS Students: Log in to your PowerSchool Parent Portal, select your student, choose available courses, submit required information, and complete payment. A confirmation email will be sent once registration is complete.

Non-EIPS Students: Complete the Non-EIPS Summer School 2026 Form (available March 10, 2026). A staff member will follow up within one business day to support the registration process.

Questions? Visit Summer School Website or Email summerschool@eips.ca

Elk Island Public Schools has partnered with myBlueprint to implement their education planner across the Division for students in grades 9 through 12. myBlueprint is an education and career planning program designed to support students in exploring pathways, setting goals and documenting their learning journey from elementary through to graduation. It provides an integrated suite of tools for students, teachers, administrators and families to collaborate on building a successful future and prepare for life beyond high school.

For information and resources about myBlueprint check out:

https://www.eips.ca/parents/myblueprint

As spring arrives, it’s a natural moment for teenagers to reset routines, refresh habits, and re-energize their learning. Here are a few simple ways families can support a positive “fresh start” at home:

1. Refresh Study Spaces

A tidy, calm work area can make a big difference. Invite your teen to clear out old papers, reorganize supplies, and personalize their study spot. Even a small change, better lighting, a dedicated notebook, or a clean surface, can boost focus and motivation.

2. Re-Set Routines (Gently!)

Spring is a great time to revisit bedtime, device use, or homework routines. Try choosing one routine to improve together. Keeping it small makes it more likely to stick through the busy months ahead.

3. Encourage Short, Consistent Study Bursts

Instead of long study sessions, help your teen use 10–15 minute “learning bursts.” These can include reviewing notes, reading a short article, practicing a skill, or completing a quick math or literacy warm-up. Consistency beats intensity every time.

4. Celebrate Growth, Not Just Grades

Ask questions like:
“What felt easier this week?”
“What are you proud of learning?”
Focusing on progress builds confidence and strengthens habits that last.

5. Use the Season for Real-World Learning

Spring offers great chances to connect learning to life:

• Track weather changes or daylight patterns

• Explore outdoor writing prompts

• Try DIY budgeting for spring activities

• Cook a new recipe together (fractions, measurement, reading comprehension all included!)

6. Protect Time for Fresh Air & Movement

A walk, bike ride, or even 10 minutes outside can reduce stress and sharpen thinking. Balanced brains learn better.

The LLR School Council is excited to introduce a new Parent & Caregiver Resource Library! We’ve curated a selection of insightful and thought-provoking books to support families in navigating the ups and downs of parenting. These resources are here to help us better understand our children and the challenges they face—because let’s be honest, parenting isn’t always easy!

How it works:

It’s simple! Visit the school office and chat with our amazing secretaries. You can borrow a book, take it home, and return it when you’re done.

Current Titles Available:

· The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness

· The Disengaged Teen: Helping Kids Learn Better, Feel Better, and Live Better

· The Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness and Healing in a Toxic Culture

· What Happened to You?: Conversations on Trauma, Resilience, and Healing

· Seven Fallen Feathers: Racism, Death, and Hard Truths in a Northern City

· From the Ashes: My Story of Being Métis, Homeless, and Finding My Way

· Uniquely Human: A Different Way of Seeing Autism (Updated & Expanded)

· The Reason I Jump: The Inner Voice of a Thirteen-Year-Old Boy with Autism

These books were purchased through the Alberta School Council Engagement Grant. If you’d like to see more resources like these, we’d love to hear from you—reach out to the School Council with your suggestions at llrschoolcouncil@gmail.com!

Email: general.llr@eips.ca
Website: https://www.lakelandridge.ca/
Location: 101 Crimson Drive, Sherwood Park, AB, Canada
Phone: 780-416-9018
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